Rahaveer Scheme: Rs. 25,000 Reward for Saving Road Accident Victims

• The Rahaveer or Good Samaritan Scheme offers Rs. 25,000 and a certificate to those who save road accident victims by taking them to a hospital.
• The Central Government launched this scheme to encourage citizens to help during the 'Golden Hour' after an accident, significantly increasing survival chances.
• Top 10 Rahaveers nationwide receive Rs. 1 lakh, a trophy, and a certificate via the National Road Safety Mission; individuals can receive the award up to five times annually.
• Helpers are protected by Good Samaritan guidelines, ensuring no police questioning or court visits, encouraging fearless assistance.
• The government also provides up to Rs. 2 lakh compensation to families of victims in hit-and-run cases where the vehicle is unidentified.

Why It Matters: The Rahaveer Scheme incentivizes citizens with Rs. 25,000 and legal protection for saving road accident victims.