The Cheistha Kochhar Good Samaritan Award recognises individuals whose courage, compassion, and dedication to public service reflect the values upheld by Late Cheistha Kochhar. Instituted in 2024 in her memory, the annual honour celebrates individuals who devote themselves to creating lasting social impact. Inspired by Cheistha Kochhar's belief that "what we create should last longer than we do," the award encourages acts of courage, empathy, and selfless public service that leave a meaningful and enduring legacy.
Shri Piyush Tewari established SaveLIFE Foundation following the tragic loss of a family member in a road accident, dedicating his professional life to making India's roads safer. Under his leadership, the organisation has played a pivotal role in strengthening emergency trauma response systems, training citizens and law enforcement personnel, and advocating for India's landmark Good Samaritan legal framework that protects bystanders who voluntarily assist road accident victims.
SaveLIFE Foundation has also pioneered India's Zero Fatality Corridor model under Shri Piyush Tewari's leadership, achieving a reduction of more than 50 per cent in fatalities on high-risk highways. The initiative has become a significant milestone in improving road safety and enhancing emergency response across the country.
Speaking on the occasion, Lieutenant General (Dr.) S.P. Kochhar, father of Late Cheistha Kochhar, said, "As a father, it is comforting to know that Cheistha's memory continues to recognise and encourage people whose compassion creates a lasting impact on society. She believed that life is measured by the difference we make to others. Honouring Piyush Tewari this year is deeply meaningful because his work has saved countless lives and inspired an entire movement of ordinary citizens to become Good Samaritans."
The Cheistha Kochhar Good Samaritan Award was instituted by the Centre for Digital Economy Policy Research in 2024 to honour citizens whose actions inspire others to place humanity above hesitation. The inaugural award was presented to Shri Suraj Prakash Vaid, whose unwavering commitment over nearly four decades has helped save hundreds of road accident victims by ensuring they receive timely medical attention during the critical Golden Hour.
The conferment of the 2nd Cheistha Kochhar Good Samaritan Award upon Shri Piyush Tewari highlights the growing recognition of individuals who have dedicated themselves to strengthening road safety, improving trauma care, and inspiring citizens to act with courage and compassion during emergencies, reinforcing the importance of timely assistance in saving lives.
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