Varanasi, Sept. 20 -- During the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a special awareness program was organised in Varanasi district on Saturday to mark International Snakebite Awareness Day.

Asha workers, ANMs, Chief Medical Officers (CHOs), health workers, and a large number of villagers were informed about snakebite prevention, first aid, and timely medical assistance.

This year's theme, "Snakebite Survivors and Rescuers: Harbingers of Change," highlighted the experiences of snakebite survivors and those involved in rescue work as inspirational for society.

Chief Medical Officer NP Singh stated that snakebite can be a medical emergency, and timely and appropriate action is crucial. He urged villagers not to panic in the event of a snakebite and to...