Good Samaritans will not face legal hassles: Mohali DC
Mohali: Deputy commissioner Komal Mittal has assured good Samaritans of protection from legal complications to encourage them to help accident victims without any fear.
Chairing a meeting of the district
committee Monday, she encouraged public participation in saving lives, urging residents to support the good Samaritan initiative.
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She said, "People should not hesitate to help road accident victims.
The law safeguards good Samaritans from legal complications, and they may also receive recognition/ rewards for their selfless acts."
During the meeting, the DC asked officials to focus on the electronic detailed accident report (E-DAR) portal. She emphasised that this centralised platform, developed by the road transport and highways ministry, streamlines accident reporting through geotagging and data sharing. She directed police officers and healthcare providers to promptly upload accident details to ensure quick analysis and expedite compensation to victims.
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