Under the 'Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) launched the 'Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims Scheme, 2025' to offer cashless medical treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh per accident per person. This facility is available for up to 7 days from the date of the accident at designated hospitals. The scheme, based on provisions under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, took effect on May 5, 2025. It is applicable to all road accident victims and aims to deliver timely care within the critical "golden hour." The National Health Authority (NHA) is the implementing body, with support from state agencies and law enforcement.