One-Year-Old Boy Bites Cobra to Death in Bihar

In a remarkable incident from Bihar, a one-year-old boy named Govinda bit a cobra, leading to the snake's death. The event unfolded in the village of Mohachhi Bankatwa, where the child mistook the snake for a toy. After the bite, he lost consciousness and was taken to a local health center before being referred to a government hospital. Fortunately, medical professionals reported no signs of poisoning, and the child's condition is stable. This unusual encounter has left both his family and the community in shock, raising questions about the extraordinary bravery of the young boy.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 28, 2026, 15:05 IST

Shocking Incident in Bihar

In a surprising event in Betia, Bihar, a one-year-old child managed to bite a venomous cobra, resulting in the snake's immediate death. This unusual occurrence has left many astonished, as even adults often fear encountering such dangerous snakes.

The incident took place in the Mohachhi Bankatwa village of the Majholiya block in West Champaran district. Following the snake bite, the child lost consciousness and was rushed to the Majholiya Primary Health Center for emergency care. After initial treatment, he was referred to the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Betia.

According to reports, the child, Govinda, was playing at home when a two-foot-long cobra appeared. His grandmother, Mataishwari Devi, recounted that the child mistook the snake for a toy and grabbed it, subsequently biting it. The cobra died shortly after, with reports indicating that the child had even severed the snake into two pieces.

Dr. Divakant Mishra, the deputy superintendent at GMCH, stated that the child showed no signs of poisoning. His condition is currently stable, and he is receiving ongoing treatment. The family was understandably alarmed by the incident, while the community expressed disbelief over the child's extraordinary act.