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ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha
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Covers from Rs. 5 crores to Rs. 50 crores* Standard cover for building contents (machinery, furniture, etc.) Option to buy Floater Cover for stocks Waiver of under insurance up to 15%

Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha

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Mishaps involving fire can happen at any time. You cannot predict an accident but what you can do is be prepared to face such situations. Damage, loss or destruction of your commercial building, plant or machinery can cause enormous financial loss. That’s when ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam comes to your rescue. The insurance plan provides financial assistance during such situations.

What is ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha?
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Meaning
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It is an insurance policy that provides financial assistance in case of loss, damage or destruction of buildings, plant, machinery or stocks due to fire-related accident or unfortunate incident. The insurance policy also covers the stocks/furniture inside the building.

Coverage
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The coverage benefits of the ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha Policy depend on the coverage you have opted for.

Coverage of ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha:
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Below are the coverage options under this policy:

1. Standard Coverage
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The standard coverage option covers your building/plant/machinery against the following. The coverage benefits are as per the terms and conditions of the insurance policy.

  • Partial Loss Cover: The cost of repairs/extent of the loss shall be payable if the insured property or stock is partially damaged.

  • Total Loss Cover: You will receive the sum insured amount if the building, plant, furniture or stock is destroyed (total loss).

  • Inbuilt Cover: The inbuilt cover provides coverage for the temporary removal of stocks, professional fees, specific contents, alteration, etc.

2. Optional Coverage
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The policy comes with two optional covers. You can purchase these covers by paying an additional premium. The benefits of these covers are as per the terms and conditions of the policy.

  • Declaration Policy Cover: This cover provides coverage against fluctuation of stocks/stocks value due to certain conditions.

Floater Cover: The Floater Cover provides coverage against loss or damage to the stocks at more than one location.

Key Features and Benefits of ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha
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The below table denotes the key features and benefits of the insurance policy.

Features Benefits
Wide coverage The insurance policy provides coverage if the value of the property/assets is over Rs. 5 crores and does not exceed Rs. 50 crores.
Standard cover for building contents The policy offers standard cover for contents of the building, such as machinery, furniture, fixture, fittings, etc., on a reinstatement value basis.
Standard cover for stocks The policy offers cover basis the landed cost at your premises for raw material. For stock in progress, it is the input cost at the time of damage. For manufactured goods, the cover is basis the manufactured cost or the contract price.
Add-on cover The add-on covers allow you to insure the stocks based on declaration and also on a floater basis.
Inbuilt covers The policy comes with an inbuilt cover that covers events such as temporary removal of stocks, professional fees, cost of removal of debris, start-up expenses, etc.
Underinsurance waiver The policy has a special feature, in which the underinsurance is waived up to 15%.

What’s Covered Under ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha?
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Here are the inclusions of the policy, provided you have opted for maximum coverage. You can also go through the policy documents for more details about coverage benefits.

1. Loss or Damage due to Fire
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The insurance policy covers loss, damage or destruction of the insured property due to fire, spontaneous heating, natural heating or fermentation.

2. Natural Calamities
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Loss or damage to the property/stocks due to natural disasters such as earthquakes, storms, cyclones, floods, lightning, landslide, etc., are covered by the policy.

3. Impact Damages
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Damages caused due to impact or collision of external physical objects such as vehicles, aircraft, falling trees/walls, etc.

4. Man-Made Disasters
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You will receive the policy benefits if your building, plant or stocks are damaged due to man-made disaster such as an act of terrorism, riots, vandalism, etc.

5. Plumbing Failure
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The policy provides coverage if the insured property is damaged due to leakage from sprinkler installations, overflow/ bursting of water tanks and pipes.

6. Theft Cover
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Theft of any article/stocks within 7 days from the occurrence of the loss or damage caused due to the above-mentioned events.

7. Additions, Alterations or Extensions
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Expenses of alterations, additions or extensions to the insured property are covered by up to 15% of the Sum Insured, excluding stocks.

8. Temporary Removal of Stocks
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Cost of temporary removal of stocks to other premises is covered up to 10% of value.

9. Start-Up Expenses
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Start-up costs incurred by you due to loss or damage to the insured property are covered up to Rs. 5 lakh.

10. Professional Fees
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Provides coverage against professional fees of architects, surveyors and consulting engineers. Coverage benefit of up to 5% of the claim amount.

11. Removal of Debris
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Expenses for removal of debris are covered up to 2% of the claim amount.

12. Fluctuations in Stocks/Stocks Value
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Fluctuation in stocks/stocks value subject to certain conditions are covered by the Declaration Policy add-on cover.

13. Floater Cover for Stocks
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Loss or damage to stocks at more than one location subject to certain conditions are covered under the Floater Cover standard add-on.

Exclusions: What’s Not Covered Under ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha?
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Listed below are the major exclusions of the insurance plan. You can refer to the policy document for a detailed explanation of each exclusion.

1. Cold Storage Stocks
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The policy does not cover the destruction or loss of stocks in cold storage due to the temperature change.

2. Electrical Damages
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Loss, damage or destruction of any electronic machine due to short circuits, self-heating or leakage of electricity are considered as exclusions of the policy.

3. Pollution or Contamination
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Loss or damage to the insured property or stocks caused due to pollution or contamination is not covered by the policy.

4. Consequential or Indirect Loss
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Consequential or indirect loss/damage due to the consequences of insured events are not covered by the policy. Loss of earnings, loss by delay, loss of medical expenses, etc., are excluded from the policy coverage.

5. Impact of War
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Damages caused because of war, invasion, war-like operation, foreign enemy hostilities, civil war, etc., are not covered by the insurance plan.

6. Effect of Nuclear Substances
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Loss or damage to the insured property due to radiation/contamination from any nuclear fuel or nuclear waste are considered as exclusions of the policy.

How to Buy ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha Policy?
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Purchasing ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha Policy is super-easy and it only takes a few minutes. Follow the steps below to purchase the policy: 

  1. Log on to the website www.acko.com and download the proposal form.

  2. Fill in all the required details in the proposal form.

  3. Accept all the declarations and sign the proposal. 

  4. Send the duly filled and signed proposal to [email protected].

  5. You will receive an email with the quotation from ACKO within the next working day.

Reasons to Buy ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha Policy?
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1. Convenient Process
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The process of insurance purchase/renewal at ACKO is hassle-free, and there is no need for tedious form-filling. ACKO offers a convenient buying experience, and you can purchase ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha Policy within a few minutes.

2. No Additional Cost
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When you purchase an insurance policy on ACKO, you are directly dealing with us. There are no agents/middlemen involved in between. Hence, you only pay for what you buy - that is the insurance plan.

3. Transparent Process
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ACKO’s purchase, renewal and claim processes are tech-based. From claim settlement to renewal, all the processes are digital, transparent, quick and hassle-free. You can access your policy details on your phone/computer - it is that convenient.

Eligibility Criteria for the Policy:
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Listed below are the eligibility criteria to purchase the insurance policy:

  • If you own or legally responsible for a business.

  • If you carry on any business related to goods manufacturing or providing services.

  • If the value of the property is more than Rs. 5 core and does not exceed Rs. 50 core at the policy commencement date.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Below are some of the most commonly asked questions and their answers related to ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha.

FAQs

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1) Who can purchase ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha insurance plan?

You can purchase the policy if you own or use (tenant/on lease) a plant, machinery, stocks or other property. You can also buy the policy if you have taken plant/machinery/stocks on hire/lease or if you have accepted stock for your work.

2) What is the main benefit of purchasing such as policy?

The benefit of ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha policy is that it provides a financial backup if your plant, machinery or stocks are damaged or destroyed due to fire-related unfortunate incidents.

3) What is the tenure of ACKO Bharat Laghu Udyam Suraksha policy?

The tenure of the insurance plan is 1 year.

4) Can I make changes to the policy after purchase?

Yes, you can make changes to the policy. For instance, you can purchase additional covers or increase or decrease the sum insured. To make any such changes, you have to make a proposal or request.

5) Are stocks or goods covered by this policy?

Yes, the insurance plan covers stocks and goods. You can also opt for add-on covers for a comprehensive cover for your stocks/goods.

Raising a claim against an insurance policy can be a tricky and time-consuming task. But on ACKO, you can file a claim within a few minutes, thanks to the tech-enabled digital process. The entire process is transparent and hassle-free.

How to File a Claim?
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Log on to the ACKO website or download the mobile application. Log in to your account and file a claim by answering a few questions. Once you have completed the process, you can submit the claim request.

You should raise the claim within 30 days of the occurrence of the loss or damage, or destruction.

Documents Required to File a Claim:
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There is no standard set of required documents as it can vary, depending on the type of claim. ACKO’s claims team will notify you regarding the required documents during the claim settlement process. Below are some of the commonly required documents: 

  • Duly filled and signed Claim Form.

  • Copy of Police-related documents such as FIR (If required)

  • Medical Certificate or any other hospital-related documents (If required).

  • Any other relevant documents depending on the nature of loss/damage.