108 Emergency Services handle 28,129 calls in 5 days of Diwali: Gujarat govt October 27, 2025

Ahmedabad: Gujarat’s 108 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) demonstrated exceptional efficiency and commitment during the Diwali festivities. From the start of Diwali until October 24 — a span of just five days — the 108 EMS team handled a total of 28,129 emergency calls, marking a milestone in the history of Gujarat’s emergency medical response system, an official statement from the Gujarat government stated today.

During these five days, the service handled an average of 5,626 emergencies per day, reflecting a 16.59% increase compared to the usual daily average of 4,825 emergencies. On October 22 — the New Year Day — the 108 EMS achieved a new record by managing 5,874 emergency calls in a single

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