Toddler dies of snakebite in Jhapa

Summary

A five-year-old child from Shivasatakshi in Jhapa district died after suffering a snakebite while playing near his home. He was rushed to hospitals but passed away on the way.

Key Points
  • A five-year-old boy from Shivasatakshi municipality-7, Jhapa, suffered a snakebite while playing near his home.
  • The child fell unconscious and was taken to Birta City Hospital, Birtamod.
  • He was later transferred to the Snakebite Treatment Centre of Nepali Army at Charaali.
  • The child died en route to the treatment centre.
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