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Fakt Marathi up the ante at content creation
MUMBAI: Fakt Marathi channel which was launched 2016, is upping the ante by coming up with fresh shows from July 2019 onwards. Fakt Marathi has launched two new shows catering all age audiences. Fakt Marathi now has an enriched hour and half of original content in prime-time from 8-9.30pm.
The channel is currently offering its audience a fictional show titled 'Sindhu' and a nonfictional skit-based comedy show called 'Dhoomdhadaka'. In today's day and age of tension, 'Dhoomdhaka…Comedicha Surgical Strike' serves as a humorous stressbuster. This show aims to jolt out the current Marathi Tv comedy and promises to deliver unlimited fun for all the humour loving audiences.
On the contrary, marathi audiences are witnessing 19th century era on their screens through a new serial titled Sindhu. Setting self apart from the typical Saas-Bahu saga, this costume drama shall definitely be a visual treat to the audiences.
Original content shows along with the few others in the pipe-line are touted to give audiences something fresh in terms of its content and artists. Both the new shows have thrown some interesting results. So, now the channel airs its devotional content in the morning, best of Marathi cinema at noon and original content at the evening prime time slots.
Thus the audience can witness cinematic excellence as well as the right mix of programming catering to all entertainment needs. Overall, Fakt Marathi now is a complete package of entertainment and drama, available across all DTH and cable platforms.
Fakt Marathi is a favourite Marathi television channel dedicated to all entertainment needs of viewers with best programs and exhibition of choicest Marathi Cinema. The free to air Marathi channel is ready to change the experience of entertainment for its audiences. Now, Fakt Marathi is one of the fast growing Marathi GECs. It is all set to compete with the competitors through medium of original content creation.
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.
