PM Modi Unveils PM RAHAT: Turning 112 into a Roadside Savior

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched PM RAHAT, a transformative scheme providing cashless treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh for road accident victims. Integrated seamlessly with the ERSS 112 helpline, it ensures swift emergency response to save lives during the golden hour.

Scheme Launch Context  
The announcement marks Modi's first major decision from Seva Teerth, inaugurated on February 12, 2026. PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment) targets India's high road fatality rates by enabling instant medical aid via the national 112 helpline.

Integration and Impact  
Directly tied to ERSS 112, the scheme allows callers to trigger cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals. It addresses critical gaps where financial hurdles delay care, potentially reducing deaths significantly in a nation reporting over 1.5 lakh annual road fatalities.

Key Highlights  

• Cashless coverage up to Rs 1.5 lakh per accident victim  
• Seamless ERSS 112 integration for golden hour response  
• Launched from new Seva Teerth PMO complex  
• Aims to curb road accident mortality nationwide  

Sources: PTC News, Economic Times, PM India