On Monday morning at around 8:30 a.m., a first‑grade student at a government‑run school in Kolkata’s Bhowanipore area was bitten by a snake while on the tiffin break. The child was rushed to SSKM Medical College and Hospital, where doctors reported his condition as stable.

School officials explained that primary classes are conducted on the second and third floors, but during the break children descend to the ground floor to play. It is believed the snake bit the child’s right hand at that time.

Principal Soma Das told reporters that the snake could not be identified until noon. She added that a usually‑locked room on the first floor will be inspected, along with a thorough search of other areas.

A hospital source said, “The child is in the paediatric ward. It is not yet known whether the snake was venomous. A blood sample has been sent for testing; the results will confirm the presence of venom.”

A parent expressed shock: “We send our children to school under teachers’ watch, yet this happened. How did the snake get inside the premises?”

Another parent blamed heavy rains for snakes emerging, but emphasized that the school must maintain cleanliness to eliminate hiding spots.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that recurring snake‑bite incidents in urban schools highlight gaps in infrastructure safety and emergency preparedness, urging authorities to revise building designs and pest‑control protocols.

“Urban schools need mandatory regular pest inspections; otherwise, such incidents can repeat,” says wildlife expert Dr. Anjali Singh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Has the school reported any previous snake‑bite incidents?

Q2: Was antivenom administered as part of the child’s treatment?