Health Insurance: A Cornerstone of India's 2047 Development, Akin to Infrastructure
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Health Insurance: India's New Infrastructure for 2047 Growth Story
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CNBC TV18•25-03-2026, 16:54
Health Insurance: India's New Infrastructure for 2047 Growth Story
•Health insurance is becoming as crucial as roads and power for India's sustained growth by 2047, ensuring healthy, productive, and financially stable citizens.
•With only 3.7% GDP penetration, India aims for 'Insurance for All by 2047', driven by rising life expectancy and an aging population.
•Policy reforms like GST removal on premiums, higher FDI limits, and focus on customer experience are strengthening the insurance framework.
•Product innovation is moving beyond one-size-fits-all, offering tailored solutions for different life stages, including outpatient, preventive, and mental health care.
•Technology, including ABHA ID and National Health Claims Exchange, is foundational for scale, efficiency, and improved customer experience, with over 90% of retail policies now digital.