Jio launches feature-bundled exclusive phone for Kumbh pilgrims

JioPhone was launched with the objective of empowering every Indian with the power of digital services, especially those, who could not afford a smartphone. Standing true to its promise, JioPhone has launched Kumbh JioPhone that will provide value to its consumer.

Kumbh is the largest human congregation in the world, with over 130 Mn pilgrims taking a holy dip over 55 days. During this Kumbh, JioPhone is introducing a digital solution that will enrich the spiritual experience of millions of pilgrims during the divine holy dip.

The Kumbh JioPhone is being introduced to honor this revered tradition of India. The Kumbh JioPhone along with the power of Jio 4G data will ensure that the Kumbh pilgrims can make the most of their pilgrimage. Kumbh JioPhone will offer a suite of benefits specially designed for the needs of the pilgrims.

The following are some take away features:

End to End Rich information services about Kumbh

Information on Kumbh

Real-time Travel Information (special trains, buses etc.)

Booking tickets & receiving updates

Yatri Ashray at stations

Emergency Helpline Numbers

Area routes and Maps

Pre-published bath and religious day schedules

Railway Camp Mela & much more…

Features & Functionalities to simplify life at Kumbh

Family Locator: Helping you to always stay close to  near and dear ones by finding their exact location

Khoya Paya (Lost & Found): Helping you to reunite with family and friends, in case you are not able to trace them

Kumbh Devotional Content

Kumbh Darshan: Telecast of special Kumbh events and programs on JioTV along with previous archives of Kumbh

Kumbh Radio: 24 X 7 access to devotional songs and hymns

News Alerts

Entertainment

Games:  to entertain pilgrims during the visit

Daily Quiz: Engage and win lots of exciting prizes by simply participating in the daily Kumbh Quiz and answering questions of your interest

Apart from the above JioPhone's core offerings are packed:

Free voice calls: Free Local, STD and Roaming calls to any network, from anywhere in India

Unlimited Internet: The best quality internet at the lowest price globally

JioTV

JioCinema

JioSaavn music

JioGames

Facebook

Whatsapp

YouTube

Google Maps & many more

Google’s Voice Assistant

Commenting about this launch, a spokesperson from Jio said, “JioPhone is at the center of innovation and the Kumbh JioPhone initiative continues to demonstrate our focus on bringing disproportionate and true value for the JioPhone consumers. The JioPhone has become the largest selling phone in India simply because of the value it translates into and the features it offers. We are proud of the fact that everyone in India can now get access to a smartphone at as low as Rs 501 with features and functionalities that are Made in India, Made for India and Made by India.”

Jio is also working closely with the UP Police & KASH IT to ensure the above experience is delivered.