Govt increases compensation for death in hit-&-run cases from Rs 25,000 to Rs 2,00,000

A release by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Sunday stated that it has notified the scheme for compensation of victims of Hit & Run motor accidents vide notification dated 25th February 2022 to cater to enhanced compensation (from Rs 12,500 to Rs 50,000 for grievous hurt and from Rs 25,000 to Rs 2,00,000 for death).