Overview
- The incident occurred on the Namakkal–Salem Road, where a small snake was seen wriggling from a moving car’s side mirror.
- A video of the encounter posted on X by @karnatakaportf circulated widely with a cautionary note for motorists.
- The driver pulled over and exited safely, with two-wheeler riders seen reacting in shock alongside the car.
- Reporting says bystanders alerted wildlife rescuers, who reportedly removed the reptile, and no injuries were reported.
- Authorities and wildlife experts advised checking under the bonnet, wheel arches and mirrors before driving, as online reactions ranged from jokes to questions about the clip’s authenticity.