Tragic Snakebite Incident Claims Lives of Two Young Siblings in Odisha

A heartbreaking incident in Jhirpani village, Odisha, has led to the untimely deaths of two young siblings, Emeralon and Ablin Ekka, following a snakebite. The children were bitten while asleep and, despite immediate medical attention, could not be saved. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. Read on for more details about this unfortunate occurrence and the community's response.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 27, 2025, 09:01 IST

Heartbreaking Loss in Sundargarh District

In a tragic event in Jhirpani village, located within the Tamda panchayat of Sundargarh district, two young siblings lost their lives due to a snakebite. The victims, six-year-old Emeralon Ekka and his eight-year-old sister Ablin, were the children of Isaac Ekka.

Reports indicate that the children were asleep with their parents when the incident occurred around 11 PM on Monday. Following the snakebite, the family quickly transported them to a government hospital in Rourkela.

Unfortunately, medical personnel pronounced both children dead by 3 AM. Upon receiving the news, local police from Chandiposh arrived at the hospital, where they took possession of the bodies for postmortem examinations. The remains were later returned to the grieving family. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this unnatural death.