Killing Snakes: Up to 7 Years Jail! Pawan Kalyan's 'Hanuman Project' Aims to Save Lives

• Killing snakes is a crime under the Animal Protection Act, punishable by up to seven years in jail.
• Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan launched the 'Hanuman Project' for snake conservation and public safety.
• The project trains Forest Department staff on safe snake handling and aims to reduce snakebite deaths.
• Snakes are crucial for farmers, controlling rat populations that destroy crops; only 15 types of venomous land snakes exist globally.
• India sees over 2 lakh snakebite deaths annually, with Andhra Pradesh ranking second; the project promotes awareness to prevent killings and ensure safe relocation.