PM-RAHAT report in LS | Treatment of road crash victims Centre’s cashless scheme fails to take off in Punjab
Punjab has initiated just one claim under the PM-RAHAT scheme since its February 2026 launch, with none approved or settled, while Gujarat leads with 4,308 claims initiated.
The PM-RAHAT scheme provides cashless treatment for road accident victims on national highways, with hospitals submitting claims that are reimbursed by the central government after state health authority approval.
Punjab's national highway accidents declined from 2,388 in 2023 to 534 in 2026 (up to July 28), and fatalities dropped from 1,895 to 434 in the same period.
The highest fatalities in Punjab occur among people aged 25-35 and 35-45 years, mirroring the national trend of road crashes affecting the economically productive population.
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