Emergency services in Leh are coordinated to handle the unique challenges of a high-altitude, mountainous desert prone to extreme weather, landslides, and avalanches.
* **National Emergency Number:** 112 * **Police:** 100 * **Fire:** 101 * **Ambulance:** 108
The **District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)** plays a pivotal role in extreme weather alerts and rescue operations. Due to the challenging terrain, the **Indian Army** and the **Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)** are frequently called upon to assist in search, rescue, and airlift operations for stranded travelers or medical emergencies.
