A disturbing incident from Karnal, Haryana, has gone viral, showing a man attempting a life-threatening stunt with a cobra that ultimately cost him his life. The victim, identified as Rajendra, reportedly tried to put the head of a venomous cobra inside his mouth when the snake suddenly bit him.

The shocking act was captured on video and has since spread widely on social media, leaving viewers stunned. According to local sources, the incident took place in Sandhir village, where a cobra was spotted during construction work. While a trained snake catcher was on the way, Rajendra reached the spot and ignored repeated warnings from villagers. Snake Attack in Indore: Constable Dies After Cobra Bite While Trying To Catch Reptile in Madhya Pradesh; Video Surfaces.

Man Puts Cobra’s Head in His Mouth, Dies After Bite

Eyewitnesses said he began handling the cobra recklessly and escalated the stunt by bringing the snake close to his face before attempting to put its head inside his mouth. Within moments, the cobra attacked and bit him. Cobra Bite Kills Odisha Snake Helpline Volunteer Santosh Chanda During Public Display in Balangir (Watch Video).

Despite the serious bite, Rajendra initially did not realize the severity of the situation. However, the venom acted quickly, and by the time help arrived, it was too late to save him.

Family members revealed that he had a history of catching snakes and performing risky acts. Reports also suggest he may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time, further impairing his judgment.

The tragic incident has sparked widespread concern online, with many urging people not to engage in such dangerous stunts for thrill or attention. Authorities and locals have reiterated that handling venomous snakes without proper expertise can be fatal within minutes.

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