108 ambulance service handles over 25,000 emergency cases across four districts in April
The 108 Emergency Ambulance Service managed over 25,000 emergency cases in April 2026 across four districts. A significant portion of these cases were related to road traffic accidents, highlighting the need for public awareness on safety. The service operates 24/7, providing free medical transport and care to those in need.
- ▪The service handled a total of 25,306 emergency cases in April 2026.
- ▪Road traffic accidents accounted for over 30% of the total emergency calls.
- ▪Chennai recorded the highest number of cases at 7,614, followed by Tiruvallur with 7,331 cases.
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The 108 Emergency Ambulance Service handled a total of 25,306 emergency cases across Chengalpattu, Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur in April 2026. Road traffic accidents accounted for over 30% of the total emergency calls.Data released by the 108 Emergency Ambulance Service showed that Chennai recorded 7,614 cases, Tiruvallur handled 7,331 cases, while Chengalpattu and Kancheepuram recorded 6,703 and 3,388 cases respectively.Of the total cases handled, there were 7,679 road traffic accident cases. The service also attended to 1,852 pregnancy-related emergencies and 372 paediatric cases.
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