Emergency numbers in India
In immediate danger, call 112 — it connects to police, fire and ambulance from anywhere in India, even on a locked phone. The rest of the numbers you may need are below.
Numbers checked October 2026. Lines and state services change occasionally — confirm with your local police if a number does not connect.
Emergency — call first
If a life is at risk, call one of these now.
Emergency — 112
One number for police, fire and ambulance. Works anywhere in India, even on a locked phone.
Police — 100
Police control room.
Ambulance — 108
Free emergency ambulance for accidents and life-threatening illness (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and most states).
Fire brigade — 101
Fire, building collapse and rescue.
Patient transport / maternity — 102
Ambulance for pregnant women, newborns and non-critical patient transport.
Women's safety
Harassment, stalking, violence or abuse at home or outside.
Women police helpline — 1091
Police helpline for women in distress or being followed or harassed.
Women helpline — 181
24×7 support for women facing violence, abuse or harassment, including domestic violence.
National Commission for Women
NCW distress line. Call or send a WhatsApp message.
+91 78271 70170
SHE Teams — Hyderabad
Telangana Police. Report harassment, stalking, blackmail or abuse on WhatsApp.
+91 94906 16555
SHE Teams — Cyberabad
Telangana Police, Cyberabad commissionerate.
+91 94906 17444
SHE Teams — Rachakonda
Telangana Police, Rachakonda commissionerate.
+91 94906 17111
Medical & health
Ambulance, medical advice and health support.
Ambulance — 108
Free emergency ambulance for accidents and life-threatening illness (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and most states).
Patient transport / maternity — 102
Ambulance for pregnant women, newborns and non-critical patient transport.
Health advice — 104
State health helpline for medical advice (Andhra Pradesh and some other states).
AIDS helpline — 1097
Confidential HIV/AIDS information and support.
Children
For anyone under 18.
Roads & highways
Accidents, breakdowns and hazards on the road.
Trains & travel
Safety and help while travelling.
Fire, gas & disasters
Fire, gas leaks, floods, cyclones and earthquakes.
Cyber crime & fraud
Online abuse, blackmail, fake profiles and money fraud.
Mental health & emotional support
If you're overwhelmed, scared or thinking of ending your life, talk to someone now.
Senior citizens
Elder abuse and neglect.
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