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2,000 RTU Students in Kota Walk 1.5 km Through Forest with Snakes, Lizards
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 09:37 AM
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About two thousand Rajasthan Technical University students in Kota have to trek 1.5 km daily through a forest that hosts venomous snakes and monitor lizards, raising safety concerns.
Kota, Rajasthan – Roughly 2,000 students of Rajasthan Technical University (RTU) are required to walk a 1.5‑kilometre stretch of forest each day to reach their classes. The path cuts through a dense woodland that is home to a variety of wildlife, including venomous snakes and large monitor lizards, creating a constant risk for commuters.
Students and parents have voiced growing unease over the daily exposure to potentially dangerous animals. Campus authorities have been pressed to assess the safety of the route and explore alternatives, such as a paved walkway or shuttle service, to mitigate the hazards.
Kota, already known as a major hub for engineering and medical coaching, now faces added pressure to ensure that its educational infrastructure does not compromise student safety. Officials are expected to review the situation and propose concrete measures before the upcoming semester.
Students and parents have voiced growing unease over the daily exposure to potentially dangerous animals. Campus authorities have been pressed to assess the safety of the route and explore alternatives, such as a paved walkway or shuttle service, to mitigate the hazards.
Kota, already known as a major hub for engineering and medical coaching, now faces added pressure to ensure that its educational infrastructure does not compromise student safety. Officials are expected to review the situation and propose concrete measures before the upcoming semester.