Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Zero Snakebite Death Initiative Launched in Nashik
A new initiative called the Zero Snakebite Death Initiative has started in Nashik, India.
It aims to stop people from dying from snakebites.
The project will work in 48 villages in two areas called Dindori and Surgana.
Five volunteers from each village will be trained to help prevent snakebites, recognize dangerous snakes, and give first aid.
They will also teach others about snake safety.
The initiative is supported by health organizations and the government.
The goal is to make these areas safer by reducing snakebite deaths and spreading awareness.
The Zero Snakebite Death Initiative aims to eliminate snakebite fatalities in Nashik district.
The initiative will be implemented in 48 Gram Panchayats across Dindori and Surgana talukas.
Five community volunteers from each Gram Panchayat will receive specialized training in snakebite prevention and first aid.
The project is supported by the ICMR, Government of Maharashtra, and health departments.
Volunteers will be trained to identify venomous snakes, provide first aid, and spread public awareness.
- Who
- ICMR-NIRWOH, MRHRU, Public Health Department of Maharashtra, Nashik Zilla Parishad, community volunteers
- What
- Launch of the Zero Snakebite Death Initiative to eliminate snakebite fatalities and raise public awareness
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Dindori and Surgana talukas of Nashik district
- Why
- To eliminate snakebite fatalities and raise public awareness in rural areas
Community Empowerment
Medical and Government Support
Role of Community Volunteers
Community Empowerment
Community volunteers will be trained to prevent snakebites, identify venomous snakes, and provide first aid.
Medical and Government Support
The initiative is supported by the ICMR, Government of Maharashtra, and health departments to ensure effective implementation.
- Initiative Name
- Zero Snakebite Death Initiative: Community Empowerment and Engagement to Reduce Snakebite Poisoning – SARPA
- Implementation Areas
- Dindori and Surgana talukas of Nashik district
- Number of Gram Panchayats
- 48 (32 in Dindori, 16 in Surgana)
- Volunteers per Gram Panchayat
- 5
- Training Topics
- Snakebite prevention, identification of venomous snakes, first aid, medical treatment, eradication of superstitions, public awareness
- Key Organizations Involved
- ICMR-NIRWOH, MRHRU, Public Health Department of Maharashtra, Nashik Zilla Parishad