60% of group health claims linked to maternity; claims from physically demanding jobs reach ₹1.5 L; Tech sector leads adoption

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60% of group health claims linked to maternity; claims from physically demanding jobs reach ₹1.5 L; Tech sector leads adoption

1. Gender and age trends: Maternity claims drive higher female claim rates; Males show rise in lifestyle-related illnesses  Women account for 60 per cent of total claims, significantly outpacing men (40 per cent), primarily due to maternity-related expenses. The 25-35 age group sees the highest claims, dominated by maternity coverage. Male employees aged 35-45 have the highest claims, reflecting a rise in lifestyle-related illnesses such as dia…