Mother of Resilience: Assam woman defies venom to deliver healthy baby girl

In a rare and remarkable medical feat, a pregnant woman in Assam successfully gave birth to a healthy baby girl despite being bitten by a highly venomous snake. This extraordinary case, considered the first of its kind in India, took place at the Dimou Model Hospital in Sivasagar, where a dedicated team of doctors and health workers ensured both mother and child’s survival.

The woman, Rupa Ghasi from Rajmai in Westsagar, was three months pregnant when she was bitten by a black shankhchud snake, a highly venomous species. The venom left her unconscious, but she was immediately rushed to Dimou Model Hospital, where doctors initiated swift and intensive treatment. Against medical odds, both mother and child survived, with Rupa recently giving birth to a completely healthy baby girl.

Medical science generally holds that a foetus is severely affected when a pregnant woman is bitten by a venomous snake. However, the successful efforts of the medical team at Dimou Model Hospital have challenged this notion, raising new hope for similar cases in the future. The team, which included snake expert Dr. Surjit Giri, worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of both mother and child.

Recognizing the resilience and miraculous survival of the newborn, the doctors named the baby girl "Mrityunjayi," symbolizing victory over death. This rare case has not only brought joy to the family but also stands as a testament to the capabilities of Indian medical professionals in handling complex and life-threatening situations.

The survival of both mother and child in such a case is exceedingly rare in global medical history and has become a matter of pride for India’s healthcare sector. This extraordinary event offers a beacon of hope for future medical advancements in treating venomous snake bites in pregnant women.