‘Bitten by this snake’: UP man pulls reptile out of jacket inside hospital, internet stunned

UP man pulls out snake from his jacket after being bitten by it. (Pic credits - X/@Benarasiyaa)

A startling video from Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura has gone viral after a man walked into a government hospital carrying a snake hidden inside his jacket, claiming it had bitten him. The clip, which shows him pulling out the snake in front of onlookers, has left social media users stunned and sparked widespread discussion.

In UP's Mathura, a man arrived at a government hospital complaining of snake bite. Reporter: Where is the snake? Man opens jacket zip, draws the snake out. Here it is. pic.twitter.com/ub1Pvq6ifz

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In the video, the man is seen inside the hospital premises complaining that he was not being attended to despite suffering a snakebite. He claims he had been waiting for nearly an hour for treatment and said he rushed to the hospital after stopping traffic on the road due to the emergency. Visibly upset, he questioned the delay in medical attention.

When someone present asked him to show the snake, the man unzipped his jacket and revealed it to the camera. It remains unclear whether the snake was alive or dead at the time, but the unexpected sight quickly turned the clip into a viral sensation.

The video triggered a wave of reactions online, with many expressing shock at the man’s actions and the unusual manner in which he chose to prove his claim. Some users questioned the risk involved, while others focused on the hospital’s response to the emergency.

Amid the reactions, a medical professional stepped in to explain the reasoning behind the act. Doctor Rajat Rawat commented that bringing the snake, if it is dead, is often a recommended practice. He explained that identifying the species helps doctors determine the type of venom involved, anticipate possible complications such as neurotoxic or haemotoxic effects, and administer the appropriate anti-snake venom. He also noted that many snakebites are caused by non-venomous species.

Several users echoed this explanation, calling the move practical rather than reckless. One user said it helped doctors immediately identify whether the snake was venomous and decide on the correct treatment. Another added that people often kill the snake after a bite and bring it along, as different snakes carry different types of venom, making identification crucial for effective medical care.