A study by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has identified 41 Indian cities where the air quality is poor. Coupled with water pollution, the resultant health hazards are many. The cost of treating respiratory, cardio-vascular and waterborne ailments can be high and the need of the hour is health insurance.
“We have seen a 15-18% rise in water pollution-related claims and 12-15% rise in air pollution-related claims on a CAGR basis for the last three years,” says Abhijeet Gh ..