Press Release
India Skates away to glory with medals galore at The Asian Roller-Skating Championship held in South Korea
MUMBAI: The 18th Asian Roller-Skating Championship held between 05th – 15th September 2018 The Artistic Skating Championship concluded today at South Korea. The Indian contingent of 137 skaters from 15 states participated in this Championship. The Asian Roller-Skating Championship is one of the most reputed annual skating event where participants from 17 countries (India, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Macaw, Taipei, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Australia and New Zealand) compete to win medals at the most prestigious for Roller Skating tournament for Asian Countries. Participants compete across six skating categories namely: Speed, Artistic, Inline Freestyle, Inline Hockey, Rink Hockey and skateboarding.
This year, the World Skate Asia International Judges consisted of 44 judges spread across the 6 disciplines. India had 3 judges (Mr. Pradeepak Malvai, Mr Kiran Desai and Ms. Smita Sheth in the artistic discipline, 1 judge in Rink Hockey (Mr. Anand Rajesh) and 2 judges in speed ( Mr. Pushpendran Kumar Singh, Mr. Bhagirath Kumar Dadhich) respectively
The Indian skaters who competed in the artistic skating categories, brought glory to the country by beating tough competition in artistic from Chinese Taipei, China and Japan. The total number of artistic skaters who participated were 29 and they received 26 medals ( 3 gold, 13 silver and 10 bronze). Speed skaters won in four relay races ( 1 silver and 3 bronze)– Girls ( Junior and Senior) and Boys ( Junior and senior ). In the Individual category, Vikram in 500m race has won bronze medal and Rea Elizabeth has won a bronze medal in the elimination race. In Roller Hockey the Senior Quad girls won the gold, and in Inline Hockey the Junior girls won a silver and the Junior boys bagged a bronze.
Final Medal Tally Artistic:
Sudhanshu Mittal – Vice President of the Indian Olympic Association and Tulsi Ram Agarwal President RSFI (Roller Skating Federation of India) on the wins said “ The Indian team which was sent to the 18th Asian Roller Skating Championship had undergone a vigorous training exercise starting six months before the championship. All the disciplines had kept various camps across the cities of India and got these skaters trained from the best Indian coaches. International coaches were also called to train the Indian Skaters. The Official Board members kept a keen watch on each skater’s performance and were in constant contact with the coaches. This has resulted in India performing extremely well in this Asian. The performance shown by the Indian contingent of 137 skaters with over 20 medal won at an Asian level is indeed an inspiring win for the country. We hope that these young skaters make India proud by winning many more championships like this.”
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.
