Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, December 18-
The Farishtey Scheme, launched by the Punjab govt to provide immediate, hassle-free treatment to road accident victims, has proven to be a boon in saving precious lives. According to the NCRB, approximately 1,400 road accidents and 400 deaths occur every day in India, with Punjab alone accounting for around 5,000 accidental deaths annually. The Farishtey Scheme aims to address this critical issue by providing comprehensive treatment to accident victims, without any capping on the amount.
The state flagship scheme, aimed at reducing the mortality and morbidity rates resulting from injuries sustained in roadside accidents and to provide immediate, hassle-free treatment in government and empaneled private hospitals, was notified on January 25, 2024. The scheme is applicable to all the victims and sufferers of road accidents that happened in the territory of the state of Punjab irrespective of the caste, creed, nationality and place of birth of the victims and provides comprehensive treatment to accident victims, without any capping on the amount.
CEO SHA Punjab Babita said that to encourage common people to come forth and help accident victims and save the lives of the victims, are being felicitated with cash rewards, commendation certificates and provided immunity from legal complications and police inquiries.