Phuket:The government has announced that disaster insurance will cover the recent floods and landslides in Phuket, allowing victims to file claims for compensation.

According to Thai News Agency, the government continues to support disaster victims across 73 provinces, having approved over 20 million baht in claims and speeding up the review of an additional 354 million baht through 11 insurance companies.

Ms. Lalida Periswiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, reported progress in the government's disaster insurance program. She stated that 20,035,000 baht has been approved in insurance claims, with another 354,245,000 baht under review to help alleviate hardship and support recovery efforts.

Regarding group accident insurance policies, one claim of 2 million baht has been transferred, eight claims totaling 16 million baht have been approved, and 29 claims are under consideration. For group residential insurance policies, 209 claims totaling 2,025,000 baht have been approved.

A total of 28,970 damage reports have been submitted from floods, with 198 approved, alongside reports from windstorms and earthquakes. The highest number of reports came from Phetchaburi, Lopburi, Chainat, Bangkok, and Nakhon Sawan.

The project involves 11 insurance companies, including Bangkok Insurance Public Company Limited and Krung Thai Panich Insurance Public Company Limited, among others.

Regarding the Phuket incidents, the government confirms coverage under the disaster insurance program. Affected individuals can initiate the claims process, with the government coordinating closely with agencies to ensure comprehensive assistance and minimize the risk of overlooked victims.

Ms. Lalida emphasized the government's commitment to using the insurance system to alleviate financial burdens and provide security, ensuring swift and comprehensive assistance for affected citizens according to policy terms.