A 7-foot python caused panic in Tarsi village, Mathura, on when it crawled into an Apache motorcycle. The bike's owner had parked it to attend a religious event. Villagers spotted the snake under the engine. Police and forest officials arrived after being alerted. They safely rescued the 20 kg python after an hour-long operation. Locals believe the snake came from nearby fields. Police urged people to stay calm and inform forest officials in such cases. To handle snake encounters, keep a safe distance and call wildlife experts immediately. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 21:19 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A 7-foot python caused panic in Tarsi village, Mathura, on 25 Aug 2023 when it crawled into an Apache motorcycle
- The bike's owner had parked it to attend a religious event
- Villagers spotted the snake under the engine