The government has notified cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims nationwide.
Under the scheme, they will be entitled to a maximum amount of ₹1.5 lakh per accident per victim for a maximum period of seven days from the date of accident.
As per the notification issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the scheme has come into force with effect from May 5, 2025.
The National Health Authority (NHA) shall be the implementing agency for the programme.
The State Road Safety Council shall be the nodal agency for implementation of the scheme for that state
The term “golden hour” defined as the period of one hour following a traumatic injury when prompt treatment has the highest likelihood of preventing the victim’s death.