GRSA's 5-year plan aims to reduce deaths on roads by 50%
State transport minister Harsh Sanghavi had said at the meeting that a majority of fatal accidents occur because drivers do not wear helmets. To reduce fatalities, state-wide efforts will be made to educate citizens about the importance of helmets to save lives. The minister also suggested installing rumble strips on major highways to reduce accidents, as adopted in metro cities globally.
In another important development, following guidelines issued by the Union govt, the Cashless Treatment Assistance Scheme will soon be implemented in the state, providing accident victims with free treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh. This scheme aims to save lives by providing treatment during the golden hour. The govt will empanel various hospitals for this purpose, and treatment costs will be directly credited to the hospital's account.
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