Overview

• A viral video from June 19 showed women in a Delhi Metro ladies’ coach screaming and climbing onto seats over a rumored snake sighting.
• The train was evacuated at Akshardham station that evening and the coach was sent to a depot for a detailed inspection.
• DMRC spokesperson Anuj Dayal stated that no snake was found but a baby lizard was discovered during the search.
• Officials have emphasized their commitment to commuter safety and urged passengers to report any unusual sightings to staff.
• Social media users reacted with a mix of humor and concern, with some suggesting the panic began when a lizard was mistaken for a snake.