With growing concerns about women’s safety in the country, it is more important than ever to have a reliable security tool on your phone. One of the most useful tools a woman can carry is a smartphone and the second is the 112 Apps which is available for both Android and iOS.
The 112 app is India’s official emergency app developed by the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide immediate assistance to women in dangerous situations. Whether you are commuting late at night, travelling alone or just want to feel safe, this app is a must-have.
According to the government, the 112 app will help you quickly call for help in an emergency. With the touch of a button, you can send alerts with your location and make an emergency call to 112, allowing emergency services to reach you faster.
112 app features
– The 112 app offers emergency services specifically for women.
– You can request help in several ways – via a voice call, an SOS button, an SMS, an email, a web request or a panic button.
– The app automatically detects your location and connects you to the nearest emergency vehicle.
– It provides services of police, fire brigade, medical teams and disaster relief teams.
– A central control centre in the national capital or the Union Territory will coordinate these services, thereby helping in better decision making and reducing response time.
– You can also track emergency vehicles live as they come to your aid.
How to download the 112 app to your phone
– The 112 app is available in the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
– To download this app, iPhone users can go to App Store and Android users can go to Google Play Store.
– Next, type “112 India” in the search bar.
– Now tap the app in the search results and click “Install” or “Get”.
– Wait for the app to download and install on your phone.
How to use the 112 app
– Open the app
– Tap the 112 India app icon on your home screen.
– To register your details, enter your phone number and confirm it with the OTP (One-Time Password) you receive.
– Provide any other required details such as your name and emergency contacts.
– Allow the app to access your location so emergency services can reach you faster.
– In an emergency, open the app and tap the “Emergency” button.
The app connects you to the nearest emergency services such as police, fire department or ambulance. You can also share your current location with your emergency contacts.