Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a telecommunications company headquartered in New Delhi, India. It is the largest mobile network operator in India and the third-largest in the world, with over 457 million subscribers as of March 2021. Founded in 1995 by Sunil Bharti Mittal, Airtel started as a small company providing telecommunication services in India.

It quickly expanded its operations and became one of the leading telecommunication providers in the country. In 2001, Airtel became the first Indian telecom company to achieve a million subscribers. Airtel's headquarters are located in Bharti Crescent, 1, Nelson Mandela Road, New Delhi.

The state-of-the-art campus is spread across an area of 2. 5 million square feet and houses various departments and facilities. Airtel offers a wide range of products and services, including mobile voice and data services, fixed-line broadband, digital TV, and enterprise solutions.

It operates in 18 countries across South Asia and Africa, with a focus on emerging markets. Airtel has entered into significant partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions to strengthen its global presence. Some notable subsidiaries and joint ventures include Airtel Africa, Airtel Bangladesh, and Airtel Payments Bank.

In terms of market position, Airtel holds a strong position both domestically and globally. In India, it competes with other major telecom operators like Jio, Vodafone Idea, and BSNL. Globally, Airtel ranks third in terms of subscribers, behind China Mobile and Vodafone.

Airtel has been at the forefront of innovation and has introduced several groundbreaking services in the telecom industry. It launched 4G services in India, becoming the first telecom operator to do so, and later expanded its offerings to include 4G-enabled devices and services. As of the latest updates, Airtel is focused on expanding its 5G network and digital services to cater to the growing demand for high-speed connectivity and digital solutions.

The company continues to invest in network infrastructure and technology partnerships to provide a seamless experience to its customers. Overall, Airtel has established itself as a leading telecommunications company in India and globally, with a strong market position, diverse product offerings, and a commitment to technological advancements