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RICBL disburses over Nu 11M for earthquake damage claims

Aug 19, 2026 1 mins read
RICBL disburses over Nu 11M for earthquake damage claims

Following the 5.5 magnitude earthquake that struck near Punakha, the Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Limited (RICBL) has paid out over Nu 11.8 million in insurance claims to 865 affected households across the country.

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