108 is Karnataka's free government ambulance number. Here's how it works, when to use it, and the transparent-priced alternative when it's delayed.
| Service | Number | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Namma Ambulance | +91 87222 51178 | App booking · live tracking · transparent fares · scheduled transfers |
| 108 (Government) | 108 | Free emergency ambulance (can be busy/delayed) |



Yes, 108 (Arogya Kavacha) is a free government emergency ambulance in Karnataka. It is meant for emergencies and can be busy or delayed for non-emergency and inter-hospital transfers.
For scheduled transfers, discharges, dialysis trips or when 108 is delayed, call Namma Ambulance on +91 87222 51178 — transparent fares, live tracking, driver in ~90 seconds.
No. 108 is the free government service. Private services like Namma Ambulance offer app booking, choice of ambulance tier, live tracking and published fares.