Press Release
9X Jhakaas Music Yatra – Bhima Festival to air on 7 March
MUMBAI: 9X Jhakaas, India’s first Marathi music channel from 9X Media presents their viewers with 9X Jhakaas Music Yatra Bhima Festival 2015. Part of 9X Jhakaas Music Yatra -the travelling musical platform, Bhima Festival will be aired on 7th March at 8 pm with a repeat on 8th March at 10 am and 8 pm.
Organised in Kolhapur every year Bhima Festival is known for providing a great platform to artists to showcase their talent. Marathi music fans are enthralled by the performances of well known artists from the Marathi film, television and music industry.
Commenting on the fest, Rohan Rane, VP and Programming Head of 9X Jhakaas said, “9X Jhakaas Music Yatra has been partnering with the Bhima Festival since the past 3 years. Every year we have been receiving very encouraging response and this year we had around 75,000 live audience enjoying the performances put together by 9X Jhakaas. We were overwhelmed by the turnout at the event and also by the positive feedback by the audience to our performance. We hope that the on-air episode will also resonate well with our viewers.”
The 9X Jhakaas Music Yatra Bhima festival 2015 includes performances by popular singers and actors like Mansi Naik, Pooja Sawant, Swapnil joshi, Sonali Kulkarni, Prarthana Behre, Prathmesh Parab among others and comedy by Shreya Bugade, Sagar Karande, and Atul Todankar.
Hosted by Actor Pushkar Kshrotri and Bharat Ganeshpure the show captures a melody of Marathi songs and dance performances. The highlight of the show was the song dedication made by popular singer Aadarsh Shinde to his dad Anand Shinde by singing his legendary song ‘Navin Popat ha lagla vithu vithu bolayla’. Also this was the very first time that the audiences of Kolhapur were presented with the melodious duet by Swapnil Joshi and Sonali Kulkarni who enthralled the visitors with their songs from the film Mitwa
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
