Despite expanding health insurance coverage, the government’s promise of a financial safety net is eroding due to spiralling medical costs and persistently low public health spendingÂ
A farmer from Goyagaon village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district was critically injured after being attacked by wild boars while returning from his field. Locals rushed to his aid and shifted him to hospitals in Tiryani and later Mancherial.
A cash cheque for the amount was handed over to the woman by former Khammam district convenor V. Srinivasaraju and member P.V. Satyanarayana. They explained that the woman had approached the foundation for help with medical expenses, and the request was brought to the attention of the foundation chairman M. Venkataramaraju, who promptly approved and sanctioned the funds.
The company is initiating efforts to ensure certified gig workers on its platform continue receiving gigs (projects), thereby enabling a steady monthly income.
