Goa, June 11 -- By profession, Pradip Goundalkar is a tailor. But beyond the sewing machine, the Valpoi resident has earned a remarkable reputation as one of Goa's most dedicated snake rescuers, having saved more than 10,000 snakes over the past decade.

His extraordinary journey is a testament to courage, selfless service and a deep commitment to wildlife conservation, making him a trusted name whenever a snake enters a human settlement.

Pradip Goundalkar, who runs a modest tailoring shop in Valpoi, has been rescuing snakes since 2014. Over the years, he has safely captured and released more than 10,000 snakes, including 89 king cobras, over 500 Russell's vipers and around 1,000 cobras, helping prevent countless instances of conflict be...