Kerala to implement PM-RAHAT scheme for the treatment of road accident victims soon
The Kerala government is set to implement the PM-RAHAT scheme to provide financial assistance for road accident victims. The initiative includes medical coverage, road safety campaigns, and support for families affected by KSRTC bus accidents.
Why it matters
This policy aims to reduce the high mortality rate from road accidents and provide a safety net for victims in the state.
The Kerala government will soon implement the Union government’s PM-RAHAT (Prime Minister–Road Accident Victims’ Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment) scheme in the State, Transport Minister C.P. John has said. He said this during the discussion on the demands for grants in the Assembly here on Tuesday (June 30, 2026).
The report is a straightforward summary of government policy announcements and legislative discussions.
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