Jammu, Sep 10: Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas, today chaired a meeting with representatives of various insurance companies and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jammu, to review measures for speedy settlement of insurance claims in the wake of recent losses suffered by business establishments, vehicles and properties.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised the need for a coordinated approach to ensure timely relief to affected individuals and traders. He observed that many claimants have also lost crucial documents during the period of losses, which must be factored in while processing insurance cases.
It was unanimously agreed that the District Administration will facilitate close coordination between the affected persons and insurance companies to expedite claim settlements. Insurance companies, on their part, assured to provide dedicated contact details and helplines for claimants to register and track their cases smoothly.
The President, Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jammu, raised key concerns of the business community and appreciated the proactive intervention of the District Administration in streamlining the process. Additional District Development Commissioner Jammu, Sher Singh, Chief Planning Officer Ajaypal Singh, President Chamber of Commerce and Industries Jammu Arun Gupta and representatives of leading insurance companies and banks also attended the meeting.
The Deputy Commissioner reiterated the Administration’s commitment to extend all possible support to the business community and citizens to ensure that genuine claims are resolved at the earliest.
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