What is the Delhi government's Raahveer scheme, and who will receive the ₹25,000 benefit?

The primary objective of the Raahveer scheme is to reduce the death rate in road accidents. The government states that if an injured person is taken to the hospital within the golden hour, the chances of survival increase.

The government has taken a major decision to promote assistance to injured people during road accidents in the capital, Delhi. The Delhi government has decided to implement the central government's Raahveer scheme. The objective of this scheme is to ensure that the injured are immediately transported to the hospital during the most crucial time after a road accident, the golden hour. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that citizens who timely transport seriously injured people to the hospital will receive a cash reward of ₹25,000 and a citation. The government believes that financial incentives and legal protection will encourage more people to come forward to help without fear.

What is the purpose of the Raahveer scheme?

The primary objective of the Raahveer scheme is to reduce the death rate in road accidents. The government states that if an injured person is taken to a hospital within the golden hour, the chances of saving their life increase. However, most people avoid helping accident victims due to fear of police action or legal complications. This scheme attempts to alleviate this fear, encouraging ordinary citizens to come forward in the name of humanity.

Who will receive the ₹25,000 award?

Under the scheme, anyone who provides immediate assistance to an injured person in a serious road accident and transports them to a hospital or trauma center within the golden hour will be eligible for the award. Each eligible person will receive a cash prize of ₹25,000. If more than one person is helped in the same accident, the maximum amount will be ₹25,000. The 10 best road heroes selected throughout the year will also receive a special national award of ₹1 lakh each and a citation.

How will the selection and payment be made?

To ensure the effectiveness of this scheme, an evaluation committee will be formed at the district level. This committee will include the District Magistrate, Senior Police Officer, Chief Medical Officer, and Regional Transport Officer. The reward money will be transferred online directly to the bank accounts of selected walkers. The entire process will be recorded on a digital platform, and a separate bank account will be maintained for this purpose. The central government will also provide initial grants to states under this scheme. This scheme is in accordance with the Good Samaritan Rules notified under the Motor Vehicles Act 2019. Under these rules, citizens who voluntarily provide assistance are provided legal protection, ensuring they do not face any unnecessary questioning or action.