Bengaluru Police integrate Uber, Ola apps with 112 emergency response system

Bengaluru City Police (BCP) on Monday said it has implemented a technology-driven integration with cab aggregator platforms Uber and Ola to enhance the safety of riders and drivers across the city.

The initiative aims to strengthen emergency response mechanisms by enabling faster access to critical information during emergencies.

As part of the collaboration, emergency call facilities have been incorporated within the Uber and Ola mobile applications used for booking rides, the police said.

Through this integration, riders and drivers seeking emergency assistance can directly share real-time location data, trip details, and contact information with Bengaluru City Police’s 112 emergency response infrastructure from within the Uber and Ola apps, according to an official release.

The police said the seamless flow of critical information would allow quicker access for law enforcement during emergencies, facilitating faster response times and potentially life-saving interventions by first responders.

BCP said the initiative marks a significant step towards leveraging technology partnerships to ensure safer urban mobility and improved public safety in the city.