Snakebite Deaths: Chitrakoot Introduces 3-Doctor Panel for Post-Mortems, Compensation

• Chitrakoot's health department launches a new initiative for snakebite deaths, a common issue in Bundelkhand during monsoon.
• All snakebite death post-mortems will now be conducted by a panel of three doctors, replacing the single-doctor system.
• The move aims for more accurate and transparent confirmation of death causes, addressing past disputes and compensation claims.
• District Magistrate instructed the change to prevent false claims for compensation and ensure clarity in reports.
• Snakebite is considered a natural disaster, making accurate post-mortem reports crucial for government compensation.