Viral Video: Three Snakes “Dancing” on Pune Road Sparks Online Frenzy—Sarpamani or Snake Fight?

Viral Video: Three Snakes "Dancing" on Pune Road Sparks Online Frenzy—Sarpamani or Snake Fight?
A strange and fascinating video is making waves on social media, showing what appears to be three snakes engaging in a rhythmic “dance” on a road in Pune. The clip has sparked curiosity and debate, with some viewers identifying the behavior as a “snake fight” and others linking it to the traditional ritual known as “Sarpamani.” However, the exact nature of the scene remains unclear.
The viral footage was shared by the handle @WeUttarPradesh, with a caption claiming it captures a “rare sight of traditional Sarpamani” in the Pune Cantonment area. In the video, the three snakes are seen closely interacting. At one point, two of them twist around each other in what resembles a synchronized motion, while the third snake appears to observe. Toward the end of the clip, all three snakes are coiled together, moving in unison.
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The surreal visuals have left viewers both amazed and puzzled. Social media is abuzz with questions—one user asked, “Is this some kind of ritual?” while another wondered aloud, “What exactly is happening here?” A few commenters also noted the frequency of snake sightings in the region, with one remarking, “There’s no shortage of snakes in Pune these days.”
Despite the flurry of online discussion, experts have not yet clarified whether the behavior in the video is a mating ritual, territorial combat, or something else entirely.