- The Tamil Nadu government issued an order to implement a new health insurance scheme to provide healthcare assistance to government employees, public sector organizations, and their families.
- Under the scheme, employees and their families can receive up to Rs. 4 lakh (approximately $5,300 USD) for medical treatments over a four-year period.
- The government selected United India Insurance Company Limited to administer the scheme. Employees will pay Rs. 150 (approximately $2 USD) per month in premiums for coverage.