KOYILANDI: Rahul (30), a youth miraculously survived after being bitten by a snake while riding his bike. Rahul, a resident of Naduvathur and an employee of a private company was on his way to work when the incident occurred on a Wednesday.

Rahul recounted that he felt a sharp pain on the right side of his head during the journey. When he stopped the bike and removed his helmet to inspect, he discovered a snake inside. The snake had fallen to the ground and slithered away.

Local residents promptly rushed Rahul to Koyilandi Taluk Hospital. After receiving initial treatment, he was transferred to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital for specialized care. Following the treatment Rahul returned home on Tuesday night. He also mentioned that doctors had advised him to rest for ten days.