Udupi’s Cobra‑Catcher: The Local Man Every Household Calls When a Snake Appears

In the quiet streets of Udupi, a sudden hiss from a now‑empty kitchen pot can send a household’s alarm bells ringing. Rather than fear, most Udupi residents have one reliable answer: the local snake‑removal specialist, popularly known as the “cobra‑catcher.”

The man, whose real name is Ganesh Patil, has earned this reputation through years of volunteer work and formal training in herpetology and poison control. Since 2014, he has safely extracted over fifty venomous snakes from homes across the district, often in high‑risk situations that could have resulted in injury or death. His presence has become a staple in Udupi news feeds, with local media frequently featuring him during sudden snake encounters.

Community leaders highlight the impact of Ganesh’s services, noting that his prompt response has saved lives and encouraged better household safety practices. Local law‑enforcement officials also credit him for reducing the number of snake‑related accidents in the area. Source: Google News – Udupi.