Ride To Safety
Jodhpur One World Retreat 2015
July 7, 2015/in IHIF /by IHIF
I am happy that you assembled to support a noble cause on my invitation. I am sure with all your support we will make a difference in the treatment of head injury and trauma care in India.”- – HH Maharaja Gaj Singh OF Jodhpur
On 20th March this year, the mind met the heart with the 2nd edition of JOWR 2015,the highlight of the year, hosted by our Chairman Bapji, against the opulent backdrop of the Umaid Bhawan Palace and Mehrangarh Fort. The 3 day fund-raising gala sought to highlight the Indian Head Injury Foundation’s work, spread awareness on the prevention of head injury and brain trauma, all while being a testament to the underlying theme of ‘Awakening the Mind’.
With efforts to fuse entertainment with knowledge and awareness, JOWR 2015 was a dramatic mélange of art, fashion, dance, thought sessions and music.An art auction by Nick Martineau of Christies was instrumental in raising substantial funds for IHIF. The funds shall be used toward developing and expanding our charitabletrauma care centers, rehabilitation work, building scientific knowledge, training medical and police personnel, and spreading awareness and road safety knowledge amongst the common man.
An introspective thought sessionled by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, renewed support for the cause, and a rewarding set of experiences for the participants saw JOWR 2015 conclude on a high. We can promise the third edition in March 2017 will only be bigger and better!
Mr. Amitabh Bachchan with the Shillong Choir at the Jodhpur One World Retreat in March 2015
HH Bapji, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev and the Duchess of York in animated conversation
Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev leads an introspective Thought Session
The Good Samaritan Notification
July 7, 2015/ in IHIF/ by IHIF
In one of the big victories this year, the government has issued a notification for the protection of the Good Samaritan. It is a happy day for all of us who have advocated for this law,led by the ‘Save Life Foundation’, our partner and supporter.
Dubbed the ‘Head Injury Capital of the World’, India sees a glimmer of hope with the Good Samaritan Notification. Considering our efforts work on two basic levels – one in preventing head injuries by practicing road safety and taking other preventive measures, and two in providing victims with immediate, optimal care on the unfortunate account of a mishap – we rejoice with this notification, which though hasn’t been implemented yet, but for which a supportive legal framework is being worked on.
Over 1.5 million people suffer from head injuries and brain trauma every year. Sadly, 1 out of every 6 victims dies because of a lack of optimal care during the ‘golden hour’, the period immediately after the accident.The 201st Report of the Law Commission states, “According to doctors, at least 50% of the fatalities can be averted if victims are admitted to a hospital within the first hour post the accident.” Around 88% people choose to forgo assisting injured victims owing to a fear of legal hassles and police harassment.
Considering these disturbing statistics, the Supreme Court realised the immediate need to protect those who assist accident victims from unnecessary harassment by the police and courts of law.
We urge you all to keep a copy of the Good Samaritan Notification in your vehicles. If the need to help someone ever arises, you’ll have paperwork to back you. Keep helping,Good Samaritan, because together we can make the law!
Download the Good Samaritan Notification by clicking here.