Indian communications service provider Vodafone Idea (Vi) has strengthened its longstanding network partnership with Ericsson through the award of major 4G and 5G contracts which, Ericsson says, will see the tech giant extend its network share.

In addition, Ericsson said it will provide 4G and 5G services in the telecom circles of Delhi, Kerala, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, and increase “its footprint and market share with Vi substantially”.

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has reinforced its long-standing network partnership with Ericsson in India through major 4G and 5G contracts.

India’s third-largest telecom service provider, has partnered with Ericsson to source telecom equipment for the development of its 4G and 5G networks in the country. The Sweden-based telecom gear manufacturer will upgrade Vi’s existing 4G infrastructure and deploy 5G across various Indian telecom circles.

Ericsson has secured four additional telecom circles from Vodafone Idea for the deployment of 4G and 5G technology, expanding its footprint and market share. Vodafone Idea awarded a three-year telecom network contract worth Rs 30,

Ericsson secures four more telecom circles from Vodafone Idea for 4G and 5G deployment, expanding its network footprint and market share in India.

As part of the new agreement, Ericsson will upgrade Vi's existing 4G networks and introduce 5G in key areas, including Delhi, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan