12-foot long python caught at Sumul Cold Storage in Nizar
Snake rescuer Vishal Padvi safely captured the python and handed it over to the Forest Department
By Capital Kranti desk, Gandhinagar · Editor: Parth Thakkar
6 November 2026, 5:13 pm · 2 min read
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A massive python suddenly entered the Sumul Cold Storage located at the main headquarters of Nizar taluka, creating an atmosphere of intense panic in the entire area. According to a report by Sandesh, the presence of this python caused widespread fear among the people present there, and immediate assistance was called for.
Upon learning of the incident, Vishal Padvi, a resident of Kothali village in Nizar and a well-known snake rescuer, was contacted. After reaching the spot, Vishal Padvi carried out the operation with extreme caution. He skillfully and safely rescued the massive python so that no person or animal would be harmed.
The rescued python was identified as a 'Rock Python' species. Vishal Padvi stated that the captured python was approximately 12 feet long and weighed about 12 kg. Due to the large size of the python, significant fear was initially observed among the cold storage employees and people nearby, but the situation was brought under control due to the timely action of the rescuer.
After being safely captured, the python was handed over to the officials of the Forest Department. According to the Sandesh report, the python has been handed over to the Tawli Range of the Forest Department, from where the process of releasing it into its natural habitat or a safe forest area will be carried out.
This incident has once again highlighted the occurrences of wildlife entering human-populated areas. The entry of such a large snake into a public place like the Sumul Cold Storage increased anxiety among the people, but with the help of a local snake rescuer, the operation was successfully completed without any loss of life or injury.
The local residents of Nizar have praised the timely action and courage of Vishal Padvi. The Forest Department has also deemed the operation carried out by the rescuer as appropriate. Now, the Forest Department will conduct a proper assessment of the python and relocate it to a suitable location.
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