Indian Railways Offers ₹1 Crore Accident Compensation to Employees Without Premium:
Indian Railways has rolled out a scheme offering ₹1 crore compensation to the families of its employees in the event of accidental death, with no premium payment required. This move is aimed at enhancing the financial security of railway personnel and their families, given the high-risk nature of their jobs.This announcement gained attention after the first payout under the scheme was made to the family of Sushil Lal, a loco pilot from Moradabad division who died in an accident while on duty. His wife, Priya Singh, was handed a ₹1 crore cheque by Northern Railway officials in Delhi on June 21, 2025.
