Staff Shortage Leaves 108 Udupi Ambulances Out of Service

Emergency services in Udupi district are suffering a crippling shortage of qualified personnel, leaving 108 ambulance units non‑operational, officials said today.

Sources say the staffing gap has developed over the past few months due to a combination of retirements, migration to larger cities and inadequate recruitment drives. Local healthcare workers argue the deficit hampers timely responses to accidents, medical emergencies, and public health crises.

Health officials warn that the shortage could increase mortality rates for critical cases. Residents and medical NGOs have urged the state government to expedite hiring, subsidise training, and offer incentives to keep ambulance crews staffed. Source: Google News – Udupi.