Updated On: 06 August, 2021 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Vishal Singh
The period from March 1 to July 31 saw 500 people injured in highway accidents across the state

People being trained as Mrityunjay Doot
The Mrityunjay Doot appointed by the Highway Police are truly becoming angels for those injured in accidents on the state highways. Due to their prompt help, 434 lives have been saved in the past five months. Their actions have also brought down the number of deaths in road accidents as treatment is provided during the golden hour after the accident.
The State Highway Police appointed Mrityunjay Doot for immediate treatment to the people injured in accidents on national and state highways. After the accident, Mrityunjay Doot immediately reach the spot and give first aid to the injured and take them to hospital.