Exploring the Environmental, Cultural, and Healthcare Factors Behind a Silent Crisis India accounts for nearly half of the world’s annual snakebite deaths—a shocking reality that often goes unnoticed in global health discussions. Despite advances in modern medicine, tens of thousands of Indians die each year from venomous bites. But why is this problem so widespread in India compared to other nations? This article explores the environmental, cultural, occupational, and healthcare-related reasons why snakebites remain a persistent and deadly issue across India. A Perfect Environment for Snakes India’s tropical and subtropical climate makes it an ideal habitat for a wide variety of snake species. The country is home to more than 270 species of snakes, including the infamous " Big Four " venomous snakes: Russell’s viper Indian cobra Common krait Saw-scaled viper These species alone are responsible for the majority of serious snakebites and deaths. Snakes are part...