Coorg Institute of Technology, Ponnampet, Coorg

Overview: Adavi Alert Foundation conducted a Sarpamithra awareness session at Coorg Institute of Technology, Ponnampet, Karnataka, on 24th March 2026 for college students. The programme focused on snakebite awareness, prevention, and promoting responsible coexistence with snakes.

Session Highlights:

  • Awareness session on snake ecology, behaviour, and their role in the ecosystem
  • Snakebite prevention and scientifically accurate first-aid guidance
  • Identification awareness of commonly encountered snakes in the region
  • Emphasis on safe human response and reducing fear and misinformation
  • Donation of Snakes of Mysore to the institution library
  • Distribution of snakebite awareness posters for continued learning
  • Interactive discussion with active student participation

Team Present:

Pavan Joshi – Founder & Conservationist, Adavi Alert Foundation

Sponsor: Anonymous

Session Status: Completed

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