PFRDA Releases Operational Guidelines for NPS Swasthya Combining Pension and Health Cover
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has issued detailed operational guidelines for NPS Swasthya, a scheme integrating retirement savings with health insurance. The guidelines specify minimum initial contributions, including the first-year insurance premium, annual maintenance charges, and investment amounts. Subscribers can make subsequent contributions of at least Rs 10 and withdraw up to 25% of their contributions for eligible healthcare expenses. The scheme supports family floater policies and applies different premium rates based on age groups, with provisions for partial withdrawals and exits.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 21 Sept, 09:20 am. Other outlets followed.