The Cabinet has approved the implementation of the Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme for next year, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced.
The proposal was submitted by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education.
Announcing the decision at a media briefing on Cabinet decisions held today at the Department of Government Information, Dr. Jayatissa outlined several benefits available under the scheme.
Accordingly, financial assistance of up to Rs. 70,000 will be provided to cover the costs of repairing hearing aids and related accessories.
The scheme will also cover medical expenses of up to Rs. 20,000 for students undergoing long-term treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease and Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis.
In addition, up to Rs. 20,000 will be allocated for screening tests for skin cancer, Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder (PTLD), Osteopetrosis, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C, as well as HIV.
