NHAI mandates 10-minute ambulance arrival for highway accidents, imposes ₹10,000 fine for delays
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has introduced a new 10-minute response mandate for ambulances stationed on national highways to arrive at accident locations within a 10-km radius. Additionally, the NHAI has directed that victims must be transported to the closest medical facility within one hour of the ambulance accepting the call. Any failure to adhere to these time limits will result in a penalty of ₹10,000.