Guardian Life launches digital insurance plan for cancer treatment

Guardian Life Insurance yesterday launched a digital insurance plan of Guardian Cancer Care, the country's first of its kind insurance plan for cancer treatment.

Sheikh Rakibul Karim, chief executive officer of the insurer, inaugurated the policy at National Press Club in Dhaka, a press release said.

"Providing innovative and affordable solutions is always our utmost priority. Our affordable digital cancer care policy is another milestone in our journey," Karim said. 

The new product can be purchased from the official website of Easylife, digital platform of Guardian Life.

As per the terms of the plan, a benefit of up to Tk 20 lakh will be paid to a policyholder in the event of early or major stage cancer diagnosis for highly affordable yearly premiums starting from Tk 150.

Insurance premiums for next 3 policy years will be waived in case a policyholder is diagnosed with early-stage cancer.

Quamrul Hasan, life member of Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority, Najmus Ahmed Albab, founder of Bangladesh Cancer Aid Trust, and Mahzabin Ferdous, general secretary, were present.