J&K Launches PM-Rahat Scheme For Accident Victims

2026-03-17 06:05:32

(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer)

Offers Cashless Treatment Up To ₹1.5 Lakh
Good Samaritans To Get ₹25,000 Reward

Srinagar- The Jammu and Kashmir government has launched the PM-Road Accident Victims Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment (PM-Rahat) scheme to provide timely medical assistance to people injured in road accidents.

According to an official communication issued by the Transport Department, the initiative will ensure cashless treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh per victim in more than 140 designated hospitals across the Union Territory.

The scheme is aimed at providing immediate medical aid during the critical“golden hour” following a road accident. Under the programme, treatment expenses will be covered for up to seven days from the date of the accident, improving the chances of survival of victims.

Officials said several departments, including the transport, health, police and district administration, will work in coordination to ensure effective implementation of the scheme and prompt response to road accidents.

The government has urged the public to report road accidents immediately to the nearest police station or control room so that victims can be shifted quickly to designated hospitals for treatment under the scheme.

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Under the initiative, individuals who help accident victims, referred to as“Rah-Veer” or Good Samaritans, will receive a reward of Rs 25,000 along with a certificate of appreciation for their assistance.

If more than one person helps in rescuing the victim, the reward amount will be shared equally among them, officials said.

In addition, 10 national-level awards of Rs 1 lakh each will be given annually to the most deserving Rah-Veers in recognition of their efforts in saving lives during road accidents.

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