Vijayawada, June 7: The Andhra Pradesh government has revitalized its 108 ambulance emergency services, transforming it into a highly efficient lifeline for millions.
An official statement released on Sunday emphasized that “every second counts in saving lives.” The modernization of the state’s emergency network aligns with international trauma care standards.
In partnership with Bhavya Healthcare, the government has integrated advanced GPS tracking, real-time traffic routing, and digital patient logs into the ambulances. This ensures that victims receive timely medical attention within the critical “golden hour,” stabilizing their conditions effectively.
From June 2025 to May 2026, this revamped infrastructure responded to an impressive 778,799 emergency calls, providing hope to families across both rural and urban Andhra Pradesh.
During this operational cycle, 108 emergency response teams stabilized the conditions of 113,764 road accident victims on-site. Additionally, the service safely transported 105,786 pregnant women to advanced obstetric care facilities, reinforcing its role as a crucial pillar of rural healthcare and significantly contributing to the reduction of maternal and infant mortality rates.
The operational efficiency of the vehicle fleet is divided into two critical streams of medical logistics: inter-facility transfers (IFT) and non-IFT emergencies.
Under IFT, 253,022 cases were handled, ensuring the smooth transfer of critically ill patients from primary health centers to tertiary super-specialty hospitals without disrupting continuity of care.
Non-IFT emergencies accounted for 525,777 cases, where immediate assistance was dispatched to accident sites, homes, and remote farms, providing on-site first aid and arranging for urgent evacuation to the nearest medical centers.
The statewide emergency services provided assistance in a staggering 778,799 cases, which included significant and strategic medical interventions across various types of medical crises.
Road accidents were the most prevalent, requiring rapid trauma stabilization in 113,764 cases, followed by 105,786 pregnancy and obstetric emergencies that necessitated safe delivery monitoring and prenatal transport.
First responders managed 97,118 cases of respiratory distress, which included immediate oxygen delivery and advanced airway management.
According to the official statement, rescue teams successfully stabilized 49,342 non-vehicular injuries using hemorrhage control, along with managing 45,951 cardiac emergencies and 40,553 cases of unconsciousness through advanced tracking and resuscitation protocols.
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