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Bharti Airtel has rebranded its “Priority” postpaid offering as “Fast Lane” while continuing to provide the same 5G network-slicing technology that delivers enhanced speeds and performance for eligible postpaid customers. The company said the change is part of its branding strategy and does not affect the service, which continues to offer benefits such as faster connectivity, unlimited data, and premium features. Airtel also stated that its standalone 5G network has improved overall network efficiency without impacting prepaid users and has shared performance data with regulators. The service has drawn attention amid net neutrality discussions, though Airtel maintains it follows global standards. Separately, the telecom operator announced the deployment of over 2,900 new 5G sites across Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, expanding coverage to 77 districts and more than 28.6 million users.
Bharti Airtel has renamed its recently introduced “Priority” postpaid service as “Fast Lane” while continuing to offer the same 5G network-slicing technology that delivers improved speed and performance for eligible postpaid users. The company clarified that the rebranding marks the conclusion of its launch campaign and does not involve any changes to the service itself, which remains available to postpaid subscribers.
According to Airtel, customers on supported postpaid plans and 5G-enabled devices will continue to benefit from enhanced speeds, unlimited data, and premium service features. The telecom operator stated that network slicing enables it to dedicate a specific portion of network resources to postpaid users, helping maintain superior performance during periods of network congestion.
Airtel also noted that the deployment of its standalone 5G network has improved overall network efficiency, benefiting both prepaid and postpaid customers. The company maintained that the Fast Lane service does not negatively affect the experience of prepaid users and said relevant performance data has been shared with the regulator.
The offering has recently attracted attention from regulators and lawmakers amid discussions around net neutrality. Airtel has defended the technology, stating that its implementation aligns with global practices and is similar to deployments in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, South Korea, and Singapore.
Separately, Airtel announced the addition of more than 2,900 new 5G sites across Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir over the past year. The expansion now covers 77 districts and serves over 28.6 million customers, strengthening network coverage, speed, and reliability across both urban and rural areas.
