A “Milestone” for Indian Gaming, Steyn CEO Partha Chadha says

In a significant move poised to redefine mobile gaming in India, Reliance Jio has officially partnered with Krafton, the developer of the hugely popular Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), to introduce pioneering data plans specifically tailored for gamers. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment, offering users not just high-speed connectivity, but also exclusive in-game rewards and access to Jio’s cloud gaming platform.

Jio-Krafton: A “Milestone” for Indian Gaming

The initial offerings include two distinct prepaid plans, priced at ₹495 and ₹545, both with a 28-day validity, aiming to make high-quality gaming experiences more accessible and integrated for the millions of young aspiring gamers across the country.

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Mr. Parth Chadha, Co-founder & CEO of STAN—India’s fastest-growing gaming community startup—on the recent announcement of the Jio x Krafton partnership to launch India’s first-ever BGMI-focused gaming packs. “The Jio x Krafton partnership marks another milestone for India’s gaming industry. It reflects the exponential growth of gaming in India and how it’s evolving into a mainstream cultural and economic force. As we mitigate traditional barriers, whether it’s about device affordability, premium content access or data speed, we believe this step makes high-quality gaming experiences accessible for millions of young aspiring gamers in India.

At STAN, where we’re building India’s largest creator-led gaming community, we see this initiative as an inclusive and hyper-connected gaming future. With over 25 million+ downloads, we’ve seen firsthand how mobile-first gaming is actually reshaping entertainment for Gen Z users. This move, signals that India is no longer just a consumer in global gaming, it’s becoming a key innovator”.

Would be great if you could consider incorporating his quote in any related stories or industry round-ups you may be working on.