Free Treatment for Road Accident Victims in Private Hospitals: Government to Cover Costs

• Road accident victims on highways and expressways in Lakhimpur Kheri will now receive free treatment in empanelled private hospitals.
• The central government scheme aims to provide prompt and free treatment, with no inquiries or legal formalities for those bringing the injured.
• The District Road Safety Committee will cover treatment costs up to 1.50 lakh rupees per victim, preventing financial burden.
• This initiative addresses the high number of road accident fatalities (1.6 lakh annually nationwide) and injuries (4.5 lakh nationwide).
• The scheme offers cashless treatment for up to 7 days, ensuring immediate care during the 'golden hour' without upfront payment demands from hospitals.

Why It Matters: Government to provide free, cashless treatment for road accident victims in private hospitals up to 1.5 lakh rupees.