A tragic incident has been reported from Khodawandpur block in Begusarai district, where the wife of a former ward member died after being bitten by a poisonous snake. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the area.

According to available information, the wife of a former ward member, a resident of Khodawandpur, was bitten by a venomous snake, leading to a critical condition. Her family immediately rushed her to a nearby hospital for treatment, but unfortunately, she could not be saved and was declared dead by doctors. The death has left the family devastated.

Her body has been sent for post-mortem examination. A detailed report regarding the exact cause of death and the type of snake will be available only after the post-mortem. Police have taken cognizance of the matter and are taking necessary action. This incident has once again highlighted the increasing number of snakebite deaths in rural areas, raising concerns about public health and safety. There is a pressing need for local administration and health departments to conduct awareness campaigns and improve first-aid facilities to prevent such incidents and save lives.