Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Monsoon's Impact: Insurance Claims Surge, Infrastructure Gaps Exposed
During the monsoon season, the cost of car insurance claims goes up because rain causes engine problems and road damage.
The average claim amount increases by 33%.
Most people do not have engine protection, leaving them open to costly repairs.
While many people have roadside assistance, a large portion of claims come from smaller cities, showing the need for better infrastructure.
From 2023 to 2025, the number of claims increased, and hatchbacks are most frequently involved in claims.
SUVs have the highest repair costs when they are damaged.
Motor insurance claims increased 33% during monsoon due to weather-related damage.
80% of policyholders lack engine protection despite high Roadside Assistance (RSA) adoption.
75% of monsoon insurance claims originate from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Monsoon-related claims rose nearly 13% from 2023 to 2025.
Hatchbacks account for 54% of monsoon claims, SUVs have the highest repair costs.
- Who
- Policyholders with motor insurance.
- What
- Motor insurance claims increased due to monsoon-related damages.
- When
- During the monsoon season.
- Where
- Non-metro cities account for 75% of monsoon claims.
- Why
- Due to engine and electrical damage, and poor road conditions during monsoon.
Policyholders
Insurance Providers
Monsoon's impact on claims
Policyholders
The average claim rises to ₹40,000 due to water-induced damage
Insurance Providers
The increasing claims reflect the risks to car owners.
- Claim Increase
- 33%
- Engine Protection Coverage
- 20%
- RSA Adoption
- 75%
- Claims from Non-Metros
- 75%
- Claim Spike (2023-2025)
- 12.9%
- Hatchback Claims
- 54%
- SUV Repair Costs
- ₹60,000