As Covid-19 vaccination slows down, insurers insist customers take jabs

Only 3.2% of India's population has been fully vaccinated with two shots

India is running short of Covid-19 vaccines, but insurance companies are insisting customers take the inoculation. Some health insurance firms are offering discounts to customers who have taken a jab.

Tata AIA Life Insurance Company has made its mandatory that anyone planning to buy a term insurance policy should get both the doses of vaccine. Reliance General Insurance is offering up to 5% discounts for vaccinated customers who wish to buy a health cover.

“This information doesn’t capture facts. To ensure the highest degree of financial protection to our policyholders, we ensure their interests are protected at all times. Accordingly,