The Government of India, on December 03, 2025, issued the Reptile Bite (Prevention and Treatment) and Reptile Conservation Bill, 2025.
• The appropriate Government shall,
• Ensure the availability of sufficient and high-quality antivenom in all healthcare facilities, especially in high-risk areas;
• Regulate the production and distribution of antivenom to prevent shortages and ensure equitable access across the country; and
• Establish regional antivenom production units to reduce dependency on centralised manufacturing and ensure quicker distribution to remote areas.
• The appropriate Government shall ensure that every Healthcare Facility under its jurisdiction reports cases of reptile bites to a central database within 24 hours of admission, detailing the nature of the bite, treatment provided, and outcome.
• The database under sub-section (1) shall be accessible to relevant authorities for monitoring and policy-making purposes in such manner as may be prescribed.
[Bill No. 62 of 2025]
