Bajaj Allianz ClimateSafe: India’s First Parametric Climate Cover
Why in the news
Bajaj Allianz rolled out ClimateSafe, a quick-payout weather-linked policy.
Key facts
- Buyers: retail and gig workers, drivers, shop owners, residents, event attendees.
- Claims: automatic, within 7 days, no intimation needed.
- Flexibility: dynamic premiums from real-time weather data; several purchases a year.
Significance
- Eases income loss from climate volatility.
- Builds resilience of informal-sector workers and promotes tech-led climate cover.
Exam angle
- Cover type: parametric.
- Insurer: Bajaj Allianz General Insurance.