Alwar: India’s First District with Full Insurance Cover
Why in the news
Alwar, in Rajasthan, reached universal insurance cover on 3 February 2026, the first district in the country to do so.
Key facts
- Scheme: Insurance for All by 2047, driven by the Government of India and IRDAI.
- Reach: nine fully insured villages.
- Funding: an NGO paid premiums for eligible adults.
- Policies issued by United India Insurance Company Limited.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Place | Alwar, Rajasthan |
| Date | 3 February 2026 |
| Target year of drive | 2047 |
| Insurer | United India Insurance |
Exam angle
- First district with total coverage: Alwar.
- Regulator linked to the drive: IRDAI.
- Premium payer: an NGO.