Hacker said:When I opened this thread, I was but now I am
Looks like no change for me, currently using 1350 512kbps unlimited.
actually you get 250 free calls with that plan. i think it was not there earlier.
Hacker said:When I opened this thread, I was but now I am
Looks like no change for me, currently using 1350 512kbps unlimited.
Dear Sir,
I have been a loyal customer of BSNL broadband ever since its introduction in June 2005, having used it in Agartala (Phone No---03812328992), at prsently in Bangalore(08025743891). One of the things that set BSNL apart from the other ISP's was the fact that the plans were not misleading or having hidden charges and also very value for money.
Today (23/03/2010), I noticed an advertisement on the Times of India newspaper for new unlimited broadband plans that have been introduced (Ref:http://lite.epaper.timesofindia.com/Repository/TOICH/2010/03/23/18/Img/Ad0181105.png). On checking the BSNL website (Ref:Unlimited Combo - Home) I found that the plans; BB Home Combo ULF 900, BB Home Combo ULF 1000 and BB Home Combo ULF 1100 had limits of 8GB, 9GB and 10GB respectively after which the speed is reduced to 256kbps. This fact is not mentioned anywhere in the advertisement and that in my opinion will mislead a large number of customers who will not expect the reduction in speed. I am truly dismayed that such an advertisement has been published by BSNL.
Also, I would be much obliged if you could explain the rationale behind the limits after which the speeds are capped, and how they were arrived at.
10GB is peanuts in these days of video streaming, games on Demand etc. and would get over in 3-5 days after which we are back to 256 kbps of 2005 era.
In the past the tariff offered by BSNL had been very competitive and in most cases the least among all the ISPs in the country. However, with the new plans the situation has been reversed with the plans from BSNL being the ones that offer least value while the other ISPs have introduced new plans that provide greater speed and limits at similar prices.
COMPETITION COMPARISON:
MTNL:
Introduction
Rs 599 ----- 512 kbps totally unlimited.
Rs 749 ----- 752 kbps totally unlimited ( for BSNL Rs 750 we get 256 kbps)
Rs 999 ----- 1 mbps totally unlimited (BSNL even 512 kbps unlimited is Rs 1350
AIRTEL
The Hindu Business Line : Bharti doubles broadband speeds at no extra cost
Airtel is providing double speed on all plans and so currently 1 mbps unlimited is available for just Rs 1099/-, 2 mbps unlimited for Rs 1699.
Impatience Plans- 4 MBPS Broadband Plans from Airtel Broadband
Airtel has even launched 4 mbps plans albeit limited but still the limits are 25GB for Rs 1399. For Rs 1350 we just get 512 kbps unlimited.
Always in last 10 years BSNL was way ahead of MTNL always and this is the 1st time I am seeing MTNL is marching ahead. I just can tolerate seeing BSNL being lagged behind in this case.
BSNL is No 1 in INDIA in terms of broadband in terms of customers as well as speeds and value for money for last 3-4 years and we surely do not want BSNL to fall back. But BSNL should come and provide 2 mbps fully unlimited connections at Rs 999 for which infrastructure is already and we can launch a revolution like in 2005 with starting of Dataone.
The new tariff aside, my experience with using BSNL's broadband has been very positive with hardly any downtime, consistent speed and competitive prices. Because of that over the last five years I have recommended BSNL broadband to several of my friends and got them to subscribe to it. Hence, I would definitely prefer to continue with BSNL as my ISP but with the new launch plans I am very dissapointed.
I request you to consider my concerns and re-evaluate the new tariffs so as to make them attractive to us customers and I am sure BSNL will match MTNL tariffs very soon.
Dear Sir /Madam,
We acknowledge receipt of your mail. The same has been forwarded to BANGALORE Telecom Circle/ Telephones for necessary action with intimation to you.
With Kind Regards
AGM (Cord-1)
CMD SECTT
Gaurish said:I doubt anything would happen. But Atleast they replied. Good thing.
Seeing your reply,
I would sending them letter giving my feedback too. we keep sending such kinds of letters they would surely listen:hap2:
Supra said:Lol this is what I wrote to CMD BSNL and other ppl and I got a reply also :rofl:
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vishalrao said:I bet (hope) that Airtel just acquires BSNL (maybe like Tata/VSNL) and its last mile resources and sacks half the useless employees ASAP
MTNL can go to Reliance!
vishalrao said:I bet (hope) that Airtel just acquires BSNL (maybe like Tata/VSNL) and its last mile resources and sacks half the useless employees ASAP
MTNL can go to Reliance!
rahulpayne said:hi guys
Saw todays paper (TOI chennai) for those who hvnt here is the tariff i confirmed it with BSNL customer care over phone ..........
Unlimited Plan
256Kbps=Rs750(same)
512Kbps=Rs900
1Mbps=Rs1000
2Mbps=Rs1100
+10% tax.. no download limit ....as told by customer care executive..
guys confirm it ....with local dealer...
vishalrao said:I bet (hope) that Airtel just acquires BSNL (maybe like Tata/VSNL) and its last mile resources and sacks half the useless employees ASAP
MTNL can go to Reliance!
vishalrao said:I bet (hope) that Airtel just acquires BSNL (maybe like Tata/VSNL) and its last mile resources and sacks half the useless employees ASAP
MTNL can go to Reliance!
akhilfxavier said:oh what is going on ? 1st beam now bsnl! and now why chennai!
its a very very sad day here!
regular 1400+tax and extra speed on demand usage charge payer of airtel!
for 512 day time and 1 mbps night!