No Ayushman Card Needed: State Guarantees Free Emergency Care for Crash Patients

A standout feature of the new initiative is that it does not depend on the Ayushman Bharat card, health insurance, or any other paperwork. Accident survivors are automatically eligible for free treatment up to the stipulated ceiling. The policy was communicated by Dr. Prabhat Kumar, who warned that any hospital attempting to delay or deny care without valid medical reasons will face strict disciplinary action. The health department will also monitor compliance through a daily online portal where private hospitals must upload patient status, treatment details, and cost breakdowns for transparent oversight.