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GIC Re will keep a provision of around ₹200 cr for Air India tragedy: CMD

Narayanan says GIC Re's exposure is limited; aviation and regional premiums may face upward pressure

Ramaswamy Narayanan, chairman and managing director (CMD) of state-owned reinsurer General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re)
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Ramaswamy Narayanan, chairman and managing director (CMD) of state-owned reinsurer General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re)

Aathira VarierSubrata Panda New Delhi

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Following the devastating Air India crash that claimed over 270 lives, Ramaswamy Narayanan, chairman and managing director (CMD) of state-owned reinsurer General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re), spoke to Aathira Varier and Subrata Panda in Mumbai about claims the insurance industry is expected to see as a result of the tragedy. Edited excerpts:
 
What would be the claims outgo for the Air India crash?
 
Overall, I would expect a loss of about $475 million — $125 million for the hull and the remaining of over $350 million for liability. This is what we will be providing for, regardless of