Cabinet Approves Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme For Next Year

COLOMBO (News 1st): Cabinet approval has been granted to implement the Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme next year.

The proposal was submitted by the Prime Minister in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education.

Cabinet Spokesperson, Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, outlined the details of the scheme while addressing the media briefing on Cabinet decisions held today at the Department of Government Information.

Under the scheme, up to Rs. 70,000 will be provided to cover the cost of repairing hearing aids and related accessories.

The government will also cover medical expenses of up to Rs. 20,000 for students receiving long-term treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease and Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis.

In addition, up to Rs. 20,000 will be allocated for screening tests for skin cancer, Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder (PTLD), Osteopetrosis, Hepatitis B and C, and HIV.