Uttar Pradesh has implemented the central 'Road Warrior' scheme statewide, offering ₹25,000 to citizens who transport accident victims to hospitals within the critical golden hour. The initiative seeks to address the 12,721 road fatalities recorded between January-May 2025, where delayed medical attention contributed to 37% of deaths.
Key provisions require helpers to:
Act voluntarily without familial relation to victims
Provide verifiable hospital documentation
Complete transportation within 60 minutes post-accident
The program builds on existing trauma care infrastructure, including 34 state trauma centers established since 2022. However, implementation challenges persist - only 62% of UP's ambulances currently meet golden hour response time targets.
Officials confirm the reward system will integrate with the IRAD accident reporting portal to verify claims.
