Rah-Veer: Save a Life Without Fear – You Don’t Need to Worry About Anything

During a road accident, every second matters, especially in the critical ‘Golden Hour,’ when timely help can save a life. To support and protect those who step forward in such moments, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways notified the Good Samaritan Rules in 2020 under Section 134A of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. These rules are built on a simple belief — no one who helps an accident victim should ever be afraid to do so. The people who act with courage by lifting an injured stranger and rushing them to the nearest hospital, often without even knowing their name are called Rah-Veers.

A Good Samaritan (Rah-veer) who helps an accident victim cannot be forced into legal hassles, compelled to reveal personal details, or detained unnecessarily. Their willingness to help is respected and their dignity and privacy safeguarded.

The law defines the Golden Hour as the first hour after a serious injury, which is the most critical time for medical intervention. Quick help during this period can prevent lifelong disabilities, trauma and countless deaths.

Under the scheme, anyone who helps an accident victim receive medical attention within the Golden Hour is eligible for a ₹25,000 reward and a Certificate of Appreciation, with recognition available up to five times a year for repeat acts of bravery. More importantly, the scheme inspires confidence, reassurance, and a culture where helping others on the road becomes a shared responsibility and a source of pride for the nation.(updated on 4th january 2026)