Hyderabad: The Centre has launched the PM Rahat Scheme to provide financial assistance to road accident victims. Under this scheme, victims will receive cashless treatment up to Rs. 1.5 lakh. Prime Minister Modi approved the decision while inaugurating the new PMO office Sevatirth.
PM Rahat Scheme Ensures Cashless Treatment
The PM Rahat Scheme aims to ensure immediate medical treatment for road accident victims. According to the announcement, victims will get cashless treatment up to Rs. 1.5 lakh. The scheme follows recent Supreme Court orders that directed free medical treatment during the golden hour.
In this context, the central government introduced the scheme to support victims during emergencies. Once a road accident victim is brought to a hospital, doctors must begin treatment. However, if the hospital lacks facilities, it must shift the patient to another hospital. The hospital must also arrange transportation for the transfer.
The Centre clarified that services under the PM Rahat Scheme will remain available for seven days from the date of the accident. After discharge, hospitals must upload medical bills on the designated portal. Therefore, the process ensures both treatment and documentation within a defined period.
Centre Expands Lakpati Didi And Startup Funds
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi also announced other key decisions. The government promised to double the number of Lakpati Didis by March 2029. Earlier, the target stood at 3 crore. Now, it has been increased to 6 crore.
In addition, the Prime Minister signed a fund of Rs. 10 thousand crore to accelerate the startup system. He also increased funds up to Rs. 2 lakh crore to improve agricultural infrastructure. These measures reflect a broader push toward economic growth and support systems.
The launch of the PM Rahat Scheme marks a major step in addressing emergency medical needs. At the same time, the expansion of startup funding and agricultural infrastructure indicates a wider development agenda. Through these decisions, the Centre has outlined its priorities in healthcare support and economic growth.
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