Cabinet approval has been granted to implement the Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme next year.
The proposal was submitted by Prime Minister, in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education.
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced the details of the scheme during today’s media briefing on Cabinet decisions at the Department of Government Information.
Under the scheme, students will be eligible for up to Rs. 70,000 to cover the cost of repairing hearing aids and related accessories.
The Government will also provide up to Rs. 20,000 towards medical expenses for students undergoing long-term treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease and Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis.
In addition, up to Rs. 20,000 will be provided for screening tests for skin cancer, Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder (PTLD), Osteopetrosis, Hepatitis B and C, and HIV.
