The man pulled the snake out of his pocket in front of the astonished onlookers The man came to the hospital to receive an anti-venom injection

A 39-year-old electric rickshaw driver named Deepak surprised staff at a local hospital by entering with a snake approximately 45 centimeters long in his pocket after being bitten, according to local officials.

A video clip that went viral on social media showed the moment doctors asked Deepak to clarify the situation with the snake.

The medical director stated that doctors had asked the patient to keep the snake outside the hospital because it posed a danger to other patients. He added that the police were called later to handle the snake, noting that it is suspected to be owned by the patient himself.

Social media users reacted to the incident with astonishment, emphasizing the importance of following safety measures when handling venomous reptiles and calling for improvements in medical services in remote areas to prevent such strange and dangerous situations.