Overview

• The Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims Scheme is now operational across India, following a May 5, 2025 gazette notification.
• Victims of motor vehicle accidents on any Indian road are eligible for cashless medical treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh per person for seven days.
• Designated hospitals will provide full treatment under the scheme, while non-designated hospitals are limited to stabilisation care as per guidelines.
• The National Health Authority is the central implementing body, coordinating with police, hospitals, and state-level agencies for smooth execution.
• The initiative builds on a March 2024 pilot programme, with a central steering committee established to monitor its nationwide rollout.