India, June 6 -- A three-year-old boy who was bitten by a venomous snake while playing at his home in Ambernath died on Friday, while his family accused doctors at Ulhasnagar Central Hospital of delaying treatment. Hospital authorities denied the allegation, stating the child arrived in critical condition and received immediate treatment.

The deceased, identified as Sultan, was playing at his residence near Shiv Mandir in Prakash Nagar, Ambernath East, when the snake allegedly bit him on the waist.

Family members rushed him to Ulhasnagar Central Hospital, where they claim doctors initially asked them to identify the snake and provide a photograph before starting treatment.

According to relatives, valuable time was lost during this proc...