Television actors and crew get insurance cover for COVID-19, confirms JD Majethia

Recently, a report, published by a leading news portal, stated that issue of Coronavirus insurance cover for television actors and crew is resolved after weeks of discussion. According to report, Mumbai-based fraternity will receive a mediclaim of worth ₹2 lakhs. In addition, report also stated that families of Mumbai-based fraternity will get compensation of ₹25 lakhs, in case of death due to virus. report has quoted JD Majethia, chairperson of television division of Indian Film and Television Producers Council. 

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Insurance cover details for TV actor and crew

According to report, several production houses began paperwork for policies on Tuesday, that is June 23. Confirming news, JD Majethia said that council is glad that issue of insurance and or important matters are resolved. He furr added that policy premium will be paid by producers and broadcasters. He concluded conversation while saying that shoot can be resume from June 25, depending on preparedness of makers. 

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report also quoted Sumant Salian of Alliance Insurance Broker. He said that according to previous policy, only accidental injuries and death were covered. He furr added that w, TV producers have included or medical conditions as well in health insurance cover, including COVID-19. Reportedly, on Tuesday, state government revised General Resolution (that was shared on May 31) that granted permission to TV, OTT and ad shoot to resume by adhering to Standard Operation Procedures. 

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According to revised resolution, it is t mandatory for producers to arrange accommodation for cast and crew near shoot locations, but it is recommended. A doctor, a nurse and an ambulance are also t required on standby. According to new SOP's, a vehicle with rmal-scanning, blood temperature monitor, sugar testing kit, oximeter and contacts of nearest COVID-19 hospitals are compulsory to be present on sets all time. On or side, it is reported that TV fraternity had requested for relaxations in recommended crew strength and in guidelines for actors below of 10 years and above of 65 years. 

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