ICICI Lombard General Insurance vs New India Assurance Company
On CSR alone: New India Assurance leads with a higher claim settlement ratio in FY 2023-24. But CSR is one data point — also compare plans, premiums, and network before deciding.
ICICI Lombard — Strengths
- +Largest private general insurer — strong financial backing
- +Wide cashless hospital network across India
- +Quick cashless approval — digital-first claim process
- +Health Booster top-up plans available at low cost
- +Multi-product insurer — can bundle health with motor
New India Assurance — Strengths
- +Oldest and largest public sector general insurer — government-backed
- +Mediclaim policy — one of India's most widely held health plans
- +Accepted at virtually all government and major private hospitals
- +Lower premiums compared to private sector equivalents
- +Floater policies available for families at competitive rates