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Samaritan are without prejudice to the liability of the driver of a motor

vehicle involved in a road accident as specified under section 134 of the

Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

22. We record our appreciation for the efforts made in formulating

guidelines by all concerned, the members of Committee, concerned

Department, learned Solicitor General and positive attitude of the

counsel for the other parties who have readily agreed that guidelines be

approved and be enforced as binding till appropriate legislative

provisions are made.

23. We also direct that the scheme framed by the Central Government

and this order be widely published through electronic media and print

media for the benefit of public so that public is made aware and that

serves as impetus to good Samaritans to extend timely help and

protection conferred upon them without incurring the risk of harassment.

24. In view of the aforesaid directions, the writ petition stands

allowed. No order as to costs.

…………………………….J.
(V. Gopala Gowda)

New Delhi; …………………………..J.
March 30, 2016. (Arun Mishra)

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