Make sure to note these helpline numbers in your diary; they come in handy in an emergency.

People panic during emergencies because they can't remember which number to dial for a particular problem. Sometimes, accidents escalate simply because we can't reach the right helpline.

It's very difficult to predict what situation might arise in our daily lives. Sometimes, health conditions suddenly deteriorate, an accident occurs, or someone else needs immediate help. In such times, the most important thing is to contact the right person and get the right help in a timely manner.

People often panic during emergencies because they can't remember which number to dial for each problem. Sometimes, an accident escalates simply because we can't reach the right helpline immediately. Therefore, it's crucial to keep a few important helpline numbers written down in your diary, mobile, or anywhere else where they're easily accessible. Knowing these will not only help you but could also save someone else's life. So, let's explore all the important, all-India helpline numbers.

1. Emergency Services - 112 is a single number for every emergency. It's the Government of India's all-in-one emergency number. You can get police, fire brigade, and ambulance services with a single call. No need to remember different numbers; just dial 112 and you'll receive immediate assistance.

2. Important Health Helplines - 108 Ambulance Service. This number is crucial for any medical emergency, accident, or sudden illness. 102 is crucial for pregnant women and newborns, and for ambulance assistance in matters related to motherhood. 104 is helpful for general illnesses, health information, or medical advice. 107, launched during COVID-19, still provides emergency health information. 1097 is crucial for information or assistance related to HIV or AIDS.

3. Helpline for Women's Safety - First, 1091 is the most important number for immediate assistance in case of danger, distress, or insecurity. Also, note 181, which provides 24x7 assistance in case of domestic violence, mental harassment, or any other type of crisis.

4. Child Safety Number - 1098 is the most important number in case of danger, abuse, or distress to any child. It provides immediate action across the country.

5. Helpline for Senior Citizens - 14567 is a very important number for assistance related to senior citizens' problems, safety, health, loneliness, etc.

6. Mental Health and Depression Helpline - 1800-599-0019, psychological support and counselling in case of mental stress, anxiety, depression, or emotional distress.

7. Cybercrime and Online Fraud - 1930 is the most important number to lodge a complaint and get immediate help in cases of online fraud, bank fraud, or digital scams.

8. Disaster Management Helplines - 108, Disaster Ambulance; 1070, Disaster Management Control Room; provides immediate assistance in natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes, and storms. 1078 is also the number for important information related to weather, warnings, or danger.

9. Railway Helplines - 139, for ticketing, train information, or other assistance during travel; and 182, for immediate help in case of security issues, theft, harassment, or danger on board.