Vodafone Idea Q1 net loss widens to Rs 7312.9 crore; ARPU falls to Rs104

Mumbai: Vodafone Idea (Vi) posted a net loss of Rs 7312.9 crore in the fiscal first quarter compared to Rs 6985.1 crore in the previous quarter, hurt by slowdown in economic activities which dragged down the revenues of the debt laden telco.

The third largest operator reiterated its viability concerns unless it manages to raise funds, which in turn depends on the status of statutory dues that it owes the government, and also on other factors such as negotiations with lenders on better terms for repayment.

“The Company’s financial performance has impacted its ability to generate the cash flow that it needs to settle/ refinance its liabilities and guarantees as they fall due, which along with its financial condition,