UP man wrestles with giant python as it tries to slither into his house in Meerut

A massive python moved from fields into a village in Meerut and tried to enter a house. Villagers, worried by the commotion, helped forest officials capture it and release it in Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary.UP man wrestles with massive python as it tries to slither into his house in MeerutA massive python slithered through a village road in Meerut and made its way straight towards a house, leaving residents startled as the giant snake attempted to enter the property.The incident took place on Friday in Hasanpur Kadim village, where the python was initially spotted in the nearby fields before moving towards the residential area.In videos from the scene, the huge reptile was seen moving along the middle of the road before reaching the entrance of a house. As it attempted to make its way inside, a man quickly caught hold of it and tried to keep it away from the doorway.The sight soon attracted a crowd, with passersby and residents stopping to watch the python. Several people took out their phones to record the unusual encounter, while others appeared alarmed by the snake's enormous size. The gathering also disrupted traffic on the road for some time. Watch the video here:The villagers eventually managed to corner the python and prevent it from entering the house before alerting the Forest Department. A team of forest officials soon arrived at the spot and began the rescue operation. After considerable effort, the officials and villagers successfully captured the snake and moved it away from the residential area.The python was later released into the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary area, allowing it to return to a more suitable habitat.The rescue brought relief to the villagers, who had watched anxiously as the massive reptile moved towards the house and caused a commotion in the area.- EndsPublished By: Yashna TalwarPublished On: Aug 15, 2026 13:32 IST