PM RAHAT: Who Is Eligible And How The Cashless Road Accident Scheme Works? | India News
Last Updated:February 14, 2026, 19:48 IST PM RAHAT offers cashless treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh for road accident victims, linked to digital platforms to ensure timely care and reduce preventable deaths in India. PM RAHAT offers cashless treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh for road accident victims, linked to digital platforms to ensure timely care and reduce preventable deaths in India. (AI Image) The government has rolled out PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment), a nationwide scheme designed to provide cashless medical care to road accident victims and ensure that financial constraints do not delay life-saving treatment. The initiative aims to strengthen India’s emergency response system by guaranteeing immediate medical support during the critical “Golden Hour” — the first hour after an accident, when timely intervention can significantly improve survival chances. What the Scheme Offers Under PM RAHAT, every eligible road accident victim will be entitled to cashless treatment of up to ₹1.5 lakh for a period of seven days from the date of the accident, regardless of the category of road on …





