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Fadnavis: Maharashtra Police Dial 112 response time now 3 minutes
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🗓 04 Nov 2026, 11:38 AM
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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced that the response time for the state's emergency Dial 112 service has been reduced to just three minutes, citing improved efficiency.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has highlighted a significant improvement in the state's emergency response infrastructure. He stated that the average response time for the Dial 112 emergency helpline has been drastically cut to three minutes.
In a statement comparing the current efficiency to cinematic portrayals, Fadnavis remarked that the police response is no longer 'like film cops,' implying that the real-world speed now matches or exceeds the dramatic timelines often seen in movies. This reduction in response time is a key metric for the safety and security of citizens in the state.
The announcement underscores the Maharashtra government's focus on modernizing police operations and ensuring rapid assistance during emergencies. The Dial 112 service serves as a unified emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance services across the state.
By achieving a three-minute response window, the administration aims to provide quicker aid in critical situations, thereby enhancing public trust in the state's law enforcement mechanisms.
In a statement comparing the current efficiency to cinematic portrayals, Fadnavis remarked that the police response is no longer 'like film cops,' implying that the real-world speed now matches or exceeds the dramatic timelines often seen in movies. This reduction in response time is a key metric for the safety and security of citizens in the state.
The announcement underscores the Maharashtra government's focus on modernizing police operations and ensuring rapid assistance during emergencies. The Dial 112 service serves as a unified emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance services across the state.
By achieving a three-minute response window, the administration aims to provide quicker aid in critical situations, thereby enhancing public trust in the state's law enforcement mechanisms.