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Microscan ropes in Samson Jesudas as Business Head – ISP, Strengthens the focus on Indian ISP Market
MUMBAI: In a move to strengthen the commitment, focus and investments in Indian ISP market, “MICROSCAN” has roped in Samson Jesudas as Business Head to lead the ISP domain in India.
Microscan today provide over 20 premium services in the IT & Telecom Industry. We have scaled new heights to become a preferred service provider for telecom infrastructure and value-added many telecom companies like Tata, Airtel, Vodafone etc.
Samson will be based at Mumbai and will oversee the business development activities for ISP penetration & growth in the Indian ISP market and will report to Sandeep Donde – Founder & MD.
The mission of Microscan is to provide technically-advanced, consistent network and data connectivity solutions through efficiently optimized network architecture. Microscan proudly own extensive self-healing rings that provide redundancy ensuring undisrupted connectivity.
High speed internet is a necessity in the modern day. It is one of the important means of access to the information required for everyday personal and business function. Microscan is an Internet Service Provider which enables a range of cost-effective broadband services ensuring reliability through our 100% fiber optic network. Microscan ensures that you enjoy a high speed and reliable connectivity for all your internet needs. Microscan offers various broadband services with value added features for all our customers under the Microscan and Vovinet brand.
Microscan provides the facility of Bulk bandwidth to ISPs. Local ISPs share the purchased bandwidth among various users to provide internet services to their customers. For such ISPs who look forward to providing their service in a new region or to expand their service area, Microscan offers a Bulk bandwidth option which enables the local ISPs to divide bandwidth to their customers. Various bandwidth requirements for pure internet, blended internet or region-specific internet can be taken care by Microscan’s Bulk bandwidth services.
Microscan also offers premium network interconnection services which facilitates ISPs to peer with major Internet Exchanges (IX) in India like Extreme IX and get inter-connect to all major content providers across globe like Akamai, Limelight, Fastly, Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Netflix, Apple etc. Partnering with Microscan facilitates peering solutions for ISPs which envisages business benefits in terms of fastest routes, low-latency and optimal internet bandwidth utilization.
“The Indian Digital Population is booming with an incremental internet penetration in urban and rural sector. This has indeed created a tremendous opportunity in market and Microscan is geared up to serve more customers. We felt the need to strengthen our ISP presence and hence roped in a professional like Samson Jesudas to drive our ISP division. Samson has established goodwill amongst the cable fraternity and will add value in striking profound deals with LCOs thereby ensuring the reach to last mile”, said Sandeep Donde.
Before joining Microscan, Samson was MD & CEO at Hathway Bhavani and EVP @ Hathway cable & datacom. He was also a board member of various Hathway JV companies like GTPL Hathway, Hathway Sonali, Hathway Sai Star, Hathway Rajesh etc. He has also served as a VP @ ZEE Turner ltd. and Regional Manager with Star TV in the past.
When you plan to buy medical insurance for your family, the first question is often about savings. You may assume that buying online automatically means paying less, but that is only part of the picture. The real issue is not just whether the premium looks lower, but whether the policy gives you suitable family health insurance without adding avoidable costs later.
Buying online can sometimes appear more budget-friendly because you can compare plans, review features, and complete the process without depending entirely on offline assistance.
Still, a lower visible price does not always mean better value. To understand whether you can truly save more, you need to look at the full buying experience and the policy terms together.
Why Online Purchase Can Look More Economical
When you explore family health insurance online, you usually get access to plan details in a more direct and organised way. This can make the buying journey feel simpler and more transparent.
A few reasons online purchases may seem cost-effective include:
● Easier comparison of policy features
● Direct access to premium details
● The ability to review inclusions and exclusions at your own pace
● Fewer chances of making a rushed decision
● More control over the plan selection process
This does not mean every online option is automatically cheaper. It simply means the online route may help you assess choices more carefully, and that itself can influence how much value you get from the policy you choose.
Saving Money is Not Only About a Lower Premium
A lower premium often catches your attention first, but that should not be the only measure of savings. If you buy medical insurance based only on what looks affordable at the start, you may overlook conditions that matter later.
A family health insurance policy should be judged on overall value, including:
● The scope of cover
● Waiting period terms
● Exclusions
● Room eligibility conditions
● Sub-limits, if any
● Claim-related terms
● Renewal conditions
If the premium is lower but the policy has stricter internal conditions, the apparent saving may not feel meaningful when you actually need hospitalisation support.
So, the better question is not only whether online purchase costs less, but whether it helps you select a plan that remains financially sensible over time.
Comparing Plans Online Can Prevent Overspending
One clear advantage of the online route is that it allows you to compare different options without pressure. This can help you avoid paying for features you may not need or missing features that matter for your family.
Before you buy medical insurance online, look closely at:
● Who can be covered under the plan
● How the sum insured works for the family
● Whether day care procedures are included
● How pre-existing illness rules are explained
● Whether add-ons are optional or built in
● How clearly the policy wording is presented
This level of comparison can support better decision-making. In many cases, savings come not only from the premium itself but from choosing a policy with fewer surprises.
Online Discounts Should be Viewed Carefully
Online discounts can make a plan look attractive, but they should always be read alongside the policy details. A discount may reduce the upfront cost, yet the true worth of the policy depends on what it covers and how it responds during a claim.
When reviewing discounted online plans, check whether the policy has:
● Treatment-specific limits
● Room rent restrictions
● Co-payment clauses
● Disease-wise waiting periods
● Claim deductions linked to the hospital category
● Limited cover for selected benefits
These points are important because a policy that looks cheaper at purchase may involve more out-of-pocket spending later. That is why discount-led buying should be replaced with detail-led buying.
Final Thoughts
Yes, buying online can sometimes help you save more when choosing family health insurance, but only if you look beyond the headline price. The online route may give you better visibility, easier comparison, and more time to review the policy terms.
That can support smarter choices and may reduce the chances of paying for a plan that does not suit your family well.
If you want to buy medical insurance online, treat savings as more than a discount. The real advantage lies in choosing family health insurance that balances affordability, clarity, and meaningful coverage for your household.
