Every year, thousands of people lose their lives in road accidents across India — not always because of the severity of injuries, but often due to delayed medical treatment. Many bystanders hesitate to help, fearing police procedures and legal hassles.
To change this mindset and encourage immediate assistance, the Government of India launched the Rahveer Scheme (also known as the Good Samaritan Reward Scheme). Under this initiative, citizens who save accident victims during the critical “Golden Hour” can receive a cash reward of ₹25,000.
The Rahveer Scheme aims to reduce fatalities by ensuring accident victims receive treatment within the first one hour after the crash — known as the “Golden Hour.”
As defined under the Motor Vehicles Act, the Golden Hour is the crucial 60-minute period following a traumatic injury. Medical attention during this time significantly improves survival chances.
Anyone who takes an injured person to the hospital during this period and helps save their life is recognized as a “Rahveer” and becomes eligible for the reward.
Eligible individuals receive:
₹25,000 cash incentive
Official certificate of appreciation
Government recognition for saving a life
If only one person assists the victim, that individual receives the full reward amount.
One of the biggest fears people have is getting stuck in legal procedures. The scheme ensures:
You cannot be forced to visit a police station
You cannot be compelled to attend court
You are not required to disclose unnecessary personal details
These protections encourage citizens to act without hesitation.
The incentive is provided in serious accident cases where:
The victim suffers life-threatening injuries
Major surgery is required
The victim is hospitalized for at least 3–4 days
There are severe injuries to the brain, spine, or vital organs
Timely intervention helps save the victim’s life
The scheme is already being implemented in states like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with authorities issuing operational guidelines to ensure smooth implementation.
If you witness an accident:
Immediately call the emergency helpline 112
Arrange ambulance support if needed
Take the victim to the nearest hospital without delay
Remember, a road accident doesn’t just impact one person — it affects an entire family. Acting within the Golden Hour can save a precious life — and the government now recognizes and rewards such courage.
Saving a life is priceless. But now, it’s also officially rewarded.