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Drunk man wraps python around neck in UP meat shop
A man in Uttar Pradesh reportedly wrapped a live python around his neck after the snake entered a meat shop in search of a goat. NDTV reports that a large crowd gathered…
The Story in Brief
A man in Uttar Pradesh reportedly wrapped a live python around his neck after the snake entered a meat shop in search of a goat. NDTV reports that a large crowd gathered to watch the bizarre scene unfold. The man was allegedly drunk at the time.
Local shopkeepers and passersby stood in awe as the incident took place. Forest officials were called to safely capture the python. No injuries were reported, and the snake was later released into the wild.
The Indian Opinion
The story has fed predictable narratives: urban Indians mocking rural 'backwardness' or foreigners sensationalising India's wildlife encounters. But the real issue is the frequent human-animal conflict as habitats shrink. Forest department data on snake rescues in Uttar Pradesh would show whether this is an outlier or a symptom. Can the state enforce its Wildlife Protection Act better, or will such stunts keep making headlines?
Source: ndtv.com
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