Udaipur: Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has announced major expansion plans for its non-banking financial company (NBFC) arm, Airtel Money Limited. The initiative reflects the company’s commitment to addressing the credit gap in India and strengthening digital financial inclusion.

The NBFC subsidiary will be capitalized with a total investment of ₹20,000 crore over the next few years. Airtel will contribute 70 percent of the capital, while the remaining 30 percent will be invested by the promoter group through Bharti Enterprises Limited.

Gopal Vittal, Executive Vice Chairman of Bharti Airtel, stated that the success of the company’s Lending Service Provider (LSP) platform over the past two years demonstrates its ability to combine technology, data, and customer trust to create nationwide impact. He highlighted that Airtel has built one of India’s most trusted and scalable digital credit engines, delivering high-quality loans to millions while adhering to strong industry standards.

The company aims to simplify, digitize, and expand access to credit through its platform, enabling individuals and small businesses across the country to access financial support more efficiently. This move is expected to significantly strengthen India’s digital lending ecosystem and promote broader financial inclusion.

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