Up to Rs 5 Lakh  Insurance Free for Uber Riders in India

New Delhi: The moment you board an Uber vehicle starting Wednesday, you will automatically be entitled to insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh, the ride-hailing giant said on Wednesday. In case of accidental death or disability, Uber riders will be able to claim a maximum of Rs 500,000. They will be able to claim up to Rs 200,000 for accidental hospitalization, including maximum OPD benefit up to Rs 50,000 for per passenger free of charge. Uber has partnered with Bharti AXA and Tata AIG for the insurance scheme which will cover all riders in cars, autos, and two-wheelers. “We are launching rider insurance for riders across our all modes transport which means cars, auto, and moto (two-wheelers). This insurance we are offering is completely free of cost and it is automatic. The moment you enter an Uber vehicle your insurance cover starts till the time your trip finishes,” Pavan Vaish, Head of Central Operations (Rides) for India and South Asia said. (IANS)

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