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Only 8 Cashless Claims Monthly Despite 3 Daily Accidents: Relief Scheme Fails?
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 11:37 AM
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A recent report highlights a stark mismatch: while three accidents occur daily, only eight cashless claims are filed each month under the government relief scheme.
Recent data reveals a troubling gap between the frequency of road accidents and the utilization of the government's cashless claim scheme. While authorities report an average of three accidents daily, only eight cashless claims are processed each month.
Cashless claim schemes are designed to provide immediate medical treatment to accident victims without requiring upfront payment, with the hospital billing directly to the insurer or government fund.
The stark discrepancy suggests possible barriers such as lack of awareness among victims, cumbersome paperwork, or limited coverage of certain medical services.
Officials have urged a review of the scheme’s implementation to ensure that the intended benefits reach those in need.
Cashless claim schemes are designed to provide immediate medical treatment to accident victims without requiring upfront payment, with the hospital billing directly to the insurer or government fund.
The stark discrepancy suggests possible barriers such as lack of awareness among victims, cumbersome paperwork, or limited coverage of certain medical services.
Officials have urged a review of the scheme’s implementation to ensure that the intended benefits reach those in need.