A special session on the topic “Health Insurance: A Pillar of Financial Security and Wellness” was organized by Ahalia School of Management on 16th October 2025 at 11.00 a.m. in the ASM Seminar Hall. The resource person for the session was Mr. T. Sajesh, Branch Manager, ICICI Lombard Health insurance, Palakkad, a renowned expert in the field of insurance and financial services. The session began with a welcome address by Prof.Dr.B.Vijayachandran Pillai, Principal and Director, who briefly introduced the guest speaker and highlighted the importance of understanding health insurance in the present socio-economic scenario.

Mr. Sajesh, in his presentation, emphasized the growing significance of health insurance as a vital component of financial planning and personal well-being. He explained how health insurance not only provides financial protection against unexpected medical expenses but also promotes preventive healthcare and wellness. He discussed various types of health insurance policies available in the market, key terms and conditions to be aware of and the role of government schemes in expanding healthcare coverage in India. The resource person also illustrated real-life examples and statistics to highlight the impact of rising healthcare costs and how timely insurance coverage can safeguard families from financial distress. The interactive session saw enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members, who raised several queries regarding policy selection, claim settlement and tax benefits.

The session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Darsha Vasudev (I MBA student), appreciating Mr. Sajesh for his insightful talk and valuable guidance. The program proved to be highly informative and helped participants gain a better understanding of how health insurance serves as a strong pillar of both financial security and personal wellness. The session came to an end at 12.45 p.m.