PhonePe has introduced insurance coverage, in partnership with ICICI Lombard General Insurance, for travelers attending the Maha Kumbh Mela, which will be held in Uttar Pradesh, India from January 13 to February 26, 2025.

The payments company has described the coverage as a “first of its kind”.

The Maha Kumbh Mela is an important spiritual event that attracts millions of devotees from all over the world.

The insurance plan is designed to provide financial security to meet the needs of travelers.

This coverage comes in two options: Rs 59 for rail or bus travelers and Rs 99 for those flying into the country.

Coverage includes hospitalization, doctor’s appointments, outpatient treatment, personal accident coverage and loss of checked baggage.

It also offers trip cancellation cover, missed connecting flight cover and repatriation of remains.

The plan is available for users on the PhonePe platform till February 25, 2025.

PhonePe Insurance Broking Services CEO Vishal Gupta said, “This launch aligns with our commitment to be the most trusted platform for all insurance needs.

“We thank our strategic partner, ICICI Lombard, for partnering with us to bring this innovative product to life.”

ICICI Lombard General Insurance Retail and Head of Government, Anand Singhi, said, “We have partnered with PhonePe for this first-of-its-kind insurance offering because of its unmatched reach and deep understanding of customer needs. Together, we aim to ensure that travelers to the Maha Kumbh Mela can focus on their devotional journey, knowing that they are fully protected against unforeseen risks.”

In December 2024, PhonePe launched a new Dengue and Malaria insurance plan. Starting at Rs 59 per annum, this plan offers up to Rs 100,000 cover for medical expenses arising from vector-borne and air-borne diseases.

“PhonePe Offers Coverage for India’s Maha Kumbh Mela Attendees” was originally created and published by International life insurancea trademark owned by GlobalData.

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