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Policyholders are switching to long-term health insurance policies for greater protection against frequent premium revisions due to rising healthcare costs and high inflation.

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India

Who
Narendra Bharindwal, Hanut Mehta, customers, policyholders
What
Policyholders are switching to long-term health insurance policies for greater protection against frequent premium revisions due to rising healthcare costs and high inflation.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:23:52 GMT · 5h 55m ago
Where
India ·
Why
High inflation in healthcare expenses and hospital stays are pushing customers towards securing their health insurance policy for a prolonged period.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The shift towards long-term health insurance in India reflects increasing consumer awareness and a desire for premium stability and uninterrupted coverage in the face of rising healthcare costs. This trend is also shown in the insurance premium finance business where long-term policies account for 70-75% of the business.

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