Vodafone Idea Deploys Nokia's AI-Powered MantaRay SON Solution for Network Optimization

Vodafone Idea Adopts Nokia's AI-powered MantaRay SON Solution to drive automation and improve customer experience

Vodafone Idea's 4G and 5G networks will use Nokia AI-powered MantaRay SON technology for its autonomous RAN operationsSolution autonomously optimizes network, boosting customer experience, efficiency and sustainability Nokia today announced that it has successfully deployed its cutting-edge AI-powered MantaRay SON (Self-Organizing Networks) solution in Vodafone Idea's (Vi) 4G and (soon to be launched) 5G networks across India, to ensure seamless, high-capacity and energy efficient connectivity for Vi customers. This innovative, Self-organizing solution will optimize more than 1 million 4G and 5G cells, making one of the largest SON deployments globally. MantaRay SON is an industry-leading, AI-powered multi-vendor network optimization platform that uses advanced machine learning (ML) algorithms and self-configuring modules to autonomously enhance network performance and operational efficiency. Unlike traditional manual methods, MantaRay SON continuously learns and adapts, autonomously analyzes network traffic patterns, detects anomalies, and optimizes resources without human intervention. The MantaRay SON solution is a virtualized platform, allowing seamless integration with Vi's existing network infrastructure while providing significant flexibility in deployment. The SON conducts an average of 7,00,000 autonomous changes per day within Vi's network. One of the most compelling aspects of MantaRay SON is its ability to significantly reduce energy consumption through intelligent traffic management and optimized resource allocation. This deployment of SON strengthens the longstanding collaboration between Nokia and Vi, with a joint commitment to AI-driven telecom transformation. Earlier this year, Nokia signed a three-year network modernization agreement with Vi to upgrade its 4G infrastructure and expand its 5G footprint across India. Jagbir Singh, CTO, Vodafone Idea said, "We are excited to introduce AI in our network, in collaboration with Nokia AI-driven MantaRay SON, leveraging the most advanced innovation in the decade. By harnessing AI, we are transforming our network operations to be more sustainable, agile, energy-efficient, and are delivering best in class service to our consumers. We are ready for the challenges of the digital future and its demand especially as we offer 5G services." Tarun Chhabra, Sr. Vice President & Country Head, Nokia (India) said, "This deal underscores Nokia's industry leadership in delivering advanced SON solutions and positions Vi at the forefront of AI-driven telecom transformation in India. By using Nokia's AI-powered MantaRay SON solution, Vi is equipped to set a new standard for network operation efficiency and customer experience in one of the world's largest mobile markets." Resources and additional information: Webpage: MantaRay SON About Nokia At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today - and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

Vodafone Idea Deploys Nokia's AI-Powered MantaRay SON Solution for 4G, 5G

Collaboration to transform telecom operations with AI-driven solutions. India's third-largest operator, Vodafone Idea (Vi), has deployed Nokia's AI-powered MantaRay SON (Self-Organising Networks) solution in its 4G network and its soon-to-be-launched 5G network across the country. This deployment enables Vi to provide seamless, high-capacity, and energy-efficient connectivity for its customers. The self-organising solution will optimise more than 1 million 4G and 5G cells. Also Read: Nokia to Deploy 3,300 New Sites for Vodafone Idea by March 2025 MantaRay SON is an AI-powered multi-vendor network optimisation platform that uses advanced machine learning (ML) algorithms and self-configuring modules to autonomously enhance network performance and operational efficiency. Unlike traditional manual methods, MantaRay SON continuously learns and adapts, autonomously analyses network traffic patterns, detects anomalies and optimises resources without human intervention, Nokia explained. Jagbir Singh, CTO of Vodafone Idea said, "We are excited to introduce AI in our network, in collaboration with Nokia AI-driven MantaRay SON, leveraging the most advanced innovation in the decade. By harnessing AI, we are transforming our network operations to be more sustainable, agile, energy-efficient, and are delivering best in class service to our consumers. We are ready for the challenges of the digital future and its demand especially as we offer 5G services." Also Read: Vodafone Idea Launches 4G Network in Lakshadweep Tarun Chhabra, Senior Vice President and Country Head of Nokia (India) said, "This deal underscores Nokia's industry leadership in delivering advanced SON solutions and positions Vi at the forefront of AI-driven telecom transformation in India. By using Nokia's AI-powered MantaRay SON solution, Vi is equipped to set a new standard for network operation efficiency and customer experience in one of the world's largest mobile markets." Nokia explained that the MantaRay SON solution is a virtualised platform, allowing seamless integration with Vi's existing network infrastructure while providing significant flexibility in deployment. The SON conducts an average of 7,00,000 autonomous changes per day within Vi's network, according to multiple reports. Also Read: Vodafone Idea to Launch 5G in 17 Circles by March 2025: Report MantaRay SON solution is also expected to significantly reduce energy consumption through intelligent traffic management and optimised resource allocation. This deployment introduces AI into Vi's network, with both companies jointly committed to AI-driven telecom transformation. Earlier this year, Nokia signed a three-year network modernisation agreement with Vi to upgrade its 4G infrastructure and expand its 5G footprint across India.