PM RAHAT: Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims

On 14th February 2026, the Union Government launched the PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment) Scheme.

What is PM RAHAT Scheme?

  • It is a national cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims to ensure immediate medical care during the Golden Hour.
  • Need: India records a significant number of road accident fatalities every year, many of which are preventable with timely medical intervention.
    • Studies indicate that nearly 50% of road accident deaths can be averted if victims are admitted to hospital within the first hour.

Key Points

  • Coverage: Every eligible road accident victim on any category of road will be ....
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