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How a failed attempt to submit college assignment led to Jio's birth recalls Isha Ambani

Updated On: 16 October, 2026 01:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Jio Platforms, the digital services division of Reliance Industries will launch its initial public offering on October 21, at a price band of Rs 1,065 to Rs 1,119 per share for the public issue

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Jio Platforms Director Isha Ambani. Pic/PTI

Jio Platforms Director Isha Ambani. Pic/PTI

Jio Platforms Director Isha Ambani on Thursday said a failed attempt to submit a college assignment due to internet issues sparked a conversation that eventually led to the creation of Jio, according to news agency PTI.

How Jio was born?

Addressing a press conference ahead of the Jio Platforms' IPO, she traced the origins of the telecom company to 2009-10, when she was unable to upload a college assignment.

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