Guwahati, Aug. 17 -- The majestic King Cobra, the world's longest venomous snake, has once again been spotted in the forests of Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve, highlighting growing concerns over wildlife-human encounters in Assam.

Found across India and Southeast Asia, King Cobras primarily feed on other snakes and serve as apex predators, helping maintain ecological balance in forest ecosystems.

Assam Forest Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, posting on X on Sunday, said, "King Cobras are crucial for our forest ecosystem. Their presence indicates a healthy food chain, but increasing sightings near human settlements are worrying." The minister shared photographs of the snake taken by Bitupan Kolong, urging people to stay alert an...