The Finance Ministry has issued instructions for the swift settlement of insurance claims for those impacted by the recent floods in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that the Department of Financial Services has directed insurance companies to offer complete support to flood-affected individuals. Furthermore, she urged the insurers to widely publicize the contact details of nodal officers responsible for assisting policyholders with their claims.
Government’s Support Commitment
The Central Government, along with the Ministry of Finance, is fully committed to providing the necessary assistance to those affected by the floods. According to Ms. Sitharaman, the priority is to ensure that insurance claim settlements happen as quickly as possible, offering relief to individuals and families in distress.