“Sharing Information Could Lead to Scams Without Verification”: Delhi HC Rejects Plea to Share Deceased PMJJBY Policyholders’ Data with LIC for Claim Processing

The Delhi High Court rejected a petition seeking the disclosure of information about deceased policyholders under the PMJJBY scheme to aid LIC in claim processing. The court emphasized data privacy and procedural integrity, warning that the proposed approach could facilitate scams by allowing unauthorized claims, highlighting the importance of protecting policyholders’ rights.