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In-case of Accident

  • Please stop and help the injured. Under Section 134 of the Motor Vehicles Act, it is the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident to convey the injured to the nearest hospital/medical practitioner. In such a case, the doctor shall be duty bound to provide medical aid without waiting for any procedural formalities.
  • If the accident involves a vehicle carrying dangerous goods (oil tankers, chemical carriers etc.), keep everyone away. Do not allow anyone to smoke in the vicinity.
  • Offer medical assistance. If the person refuses medical assistance, try to obtain in writing from the person that he does not desire any medical help.
  • Note down names and addresses of witnesses and registration numbers of vehicles passing by, these could prove useful during investigation.
  • If a policeman arrives in the scene, note down his name and number.
  • Do not move the vehicle unless you are ordered by a police officer to do so / to remove a trapped person / to prevent obstruction to fire services.
  • The victim and his relatives have the RIGHT to obtain the copy of the First Information Report, Panchnama, Medical Report and other relevant documents for claiming compensation. The victim can move the Motor Accident Claim Tribunal as prescribed by the law.