I don't think that is the case. Chinese smartphones are extremely cheap in India and you will find them in the even the most remote places. Also given how cheap

I don't think that is the case. Chinese smartphones are extremely cheap in India and you will find them in the even the most remote places. Also given how cheap mobile data is as compared to the west, there is a significant benefit in life to own a smartphone and people are generally able to afford it. I have travelled all across India and have yet to see a flip phone in my 2 years.