The initiative aims to strengthen health insurance penetration in underserved markets, supporting IRDAI’s vision of ‘Insurance for All by 2047’.
Hyderabad, August 23, 2025 –In a significant push towards expanding access to health protection, SBI General Insurance, one of India’s fastest-growing private general insurers, has launched 30 first-of-its-kind specialized Health Insurance Branches across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The company also announced plans to scale the model nationwide as part of its mission to deepen penetration in underserved markets.
A large proportion of India’s population remains uninsured, with the gap more pronounced in smaller towns and rural areas. SBI General Insurance’s new branches are designed to address this challenge by offering a comprehensive suite of health insurance products supported by a completely digital journey, cashless claim approvals averaging 30 minutes, and a network of over 2,100 partner hospitals across the two states.
The branches have been strategically set up in 15 locations across Telangana, including Karimnagar, Khammam, Mahabubnagar, Sangareddy, and Siddipet, and in 15 locations across Andhra Pradesh, including Anantapur, Eluru, Kadapa, Nellore, Rajam, and Vizianagaram.
The portfolio of products available at these specialized branches includes Arogya Supreme Policy, Super Health Insurance, SBIG Health Super Top-Up, Arogya Sanjeevani, and Personal Accident Insurance, tailored to meet the diverse needs of local communities while ensuring affordability and accessibility.
The launch event was held at the SBI General Insurance Hyderabad branch, in the presence of Shri. Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, Chairman, SBI Group; Shri. Naveen Chandra Jha, MD & CEO, SBI General Insurance; Shri. Rajiv Kumar, DMD, Internal Audit, SBI; Shri. S Radhakrishnan, CGM Hyderabad Circle, SBI; Shri. Rajesh Kumar Patel, CGM Amravati Circle, SBI; and Shri. Mohd Arif Khan, Deputy CEO, SBI General Insurance, alongside senior leadership and dignitaries.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri CS Setty, Chairman, SBI Group, said: “Leveraging SBI’s expansive network, we are committed to empowering citizens with greater access and security through financial services. This initiative strengthens our connections with customers and advances IRDAI’s vision of ‘Insurance for All by 2047.’”
Echoing this vision, Shri Naveen Chandra Jha, MD & CEO, SBI General Insurance, said: “With these 30 specialized branches, SBI General now has one of the largest health insurance networks across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, covering 40 districts. Each branch reflects our mission to deliver accessible, innovative, and customer-centric insurance solutions closer to where people live.”
This expansion is part of SBI General Insurance’s broader strategy to enhance insurance penetration in semi-urban and rural geographies, ensuring localized service delivery and increased adoption of health insurance. The company aims to build a more inclusive ecosystem that empowers families, businesses, and individuals with financial protection in times of medical need.
About SBI General Insurance:
SBI General Insurance is one of India’s leading private general insurers, offering a wide range of insurance products across retail, corporate, and SME segments. With a strong distribution network and a customer-first approach, the company is committed to driving financial inclusion and contributing to the nation’s goal of ‘Insurance for All by 2047’.
