Jhansi: In a shocking incident, a snake was found inside theoperation theatre (OT) ofMaharani Laxmibai Medical Collegein Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi, officials said on Thursday. According to the PTI report, they said that OT in charge Kanak Srivastava saw the snake on Wednesday and informed the forest department. The reptile was rescued and released into the wild by the personnel. The incident has prompted the college administration to issue directions for heightened vigilance in and around OTs. Also Read:4-year-old girl dies from Snakebite: PHC Medical Officer terminated for refusing timely treatment The medical college’s OT had earlier hit the headlines when a major fire broke out on November 15 last year, claiming the lives of 18 children. More recently, on August 29 this year, another fire incident in the OT’s electrical panel triggered panic, reminiscent of the last year’s tragedy. Chief Medical Superintendent Dr Sachin Mahour said that during the monsoon season, the risk of reptiles and other creatures entering hospital premises increases. “After the snake was found in the OT, precautionary measures have been taken and the staff have been instructed to remain extra vigilant to prevent such incidents,” he added. had earlier reported that in a recent development, the Uttar Pradesh government took immediate action in response to the tragic fire at Jhansi's Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College, which resulted in the deaths of 10 infants. Following the report of a four-member committee, the state has removed the college's principal and suspended three staff members. The action was taken by Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who also holds responsibility for the Health department. Based on the report of the four-member committee, constituted on the instructions of Pathak, the principal of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi district has been removed, officials said. Also Read:Tragic: MBBS doctor succumbs to venomous snakebite shortly after receiving degree at convocation ceremony