Ex-Journalist’s Insurance Claim Denied: Netizens Express Outrage 

Preeti Chobey, a former journalist, shared a troubling incident where she claimed her health insurance was denied after being admitted to Medanta due to illness. Chobey’s post gained widespread attention, sparking outrage among netizens.

In her post shared on April 21, Chobey detailed her experience, stating, “I was ADMITTED in Medanta due to sudden unconsciousness… HDFC denied my claim, stating it happened due to tension.” Her post garnered over 1.3 million views and various reactions.

Following the viral tweet, HDFC ERGO responded, expressing regret for the inconvenience and requesting Chobey’s policy number and contact details for further investigation.

Netizens reacted strongly to Chobey’s ordeal. One person shared their insurance denial story, while another criticized insurance companies for rising premiums and alleged fraudulent practices. Concerned for Chobey’s well-being, a user urged her to take care, labelling the situation as tragic.

Others directly addressed HDFC, threatening to reconsider their insurance provider if the matter remained unresolved, labelling the incident as blatant fraud and urging prompt resolution. The incident highlights concerns over insurance claim rejections and calls for greater transparency and accountability in the insurance industry.