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Jan Suraksha nears 940 million enrolments as govt readies bigger benefits
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Published on 9 May 2026
Digitised claims are speeding up while benefits may shift
India’s Jan Suraksha schemes have enrolled nearly 940 million people, covering life and accident insurance alongside pension benefits. Payments so far include over ₹21,500 crore under PMJJBY and ₹3,660 crore under PMSBY, with digitisation helping claims settle faster. The government is now weighing revisions to benefit levels to strengthen financial security for citizens.
- Jan Suraksha enrolments are near 940 million
- PMJJBY paid out over ₹21,500 crore so far
- Digitisation is accelerating claim settlements
- Government is considering revising benefits for stronger coverage
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