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Gujarat's New Plan to Drastically Reduce Snakebite Fatalities
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Gujarat to Produce Antivenom Locally, Aims to Slash Snakebite Deaths
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News18
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24-02-2026, 11:01
Gujarat to Produce Antivenom Locally, Aims to Slash Snakebite Deaths
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Gujarat government initiates local antivenom production from state's poisonous snakes to combat snakebite fatalities.
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Snake Research Institute (SRI) in Dharampur, Valsad, achieved this feat, focusing on region-specific venom for effective treatment.
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Venom extraction and processing follow WHO guidelines, converting venom into powder for licensed antivenom manufacturers.
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SRI successfully e-auctioned lyophilized venom from four key poisonous species, fetching higher-than-expected prices.
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This initiative is expected to significantly reduce snakebite mortality rates across the state by ensuring effective antivenom availability.
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