Obgyn shares raw moment from operating theatre after delivering newborn: ‘Baby cried, I smiled’
A pic from an OT shared by an Obgyn has received mixed reactions. While some hailed the doctor as a “hero,” others questioned if posting such images is okay.
A picture shared by an Obgyn from an operating theatre has gone viral on X. The image shows a medical professional smiling after helping deliver a baby. From expressing happiness over the photo to questioning the ethical standpoint of taking pictures inside operating theatres, people have reacted to the share in various ways.

“Baby cried. I laughed. PS: Post-Delivery Scenes,” X user Dr Zikraaa wrote while sharing the photo. The post is complete with the hashtag #Obgyn. In the picture, the medical professional is seen with a huge smile on her face. What makes this image even more impactful is the doctor wearing a pair of bloodied gloves.
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Take a look at the viral picture from the OT here:
Since being shared, the viral post has collected more than 80,000 views and counting. The share has also accumulated nearly 1,600 likes. People posted varied comments while reacting to the share. While some praised the doctor and called it a beautiful moment, others were not so convinced. They raised the question of whether sharing pictures of operating theatres is ethically correct.
What did X users say about this post?
While one person wrote, “This is such a beautiful moment,” another added, “Good but focus on the job not on social media posts. Especially in critical care units. You just can’t take a chance for a moment too”.
Several chose the salute emoticon to show their reactions to the picture. In contrast, a few commented, “Who thinks social media posts from OT should be banned?”
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However, a few joked and said that the photo reminds them of a scene that one usually sees in a horror movie or a film about a serial killer.
X user Dr Zikraaa is an avid social media user. The doctor often shares posts related to their profession or football. Since joining X in 2018, the doctor has gained over 1,200 followers.
What are your thoughts on this picture shared by the doctor from an operating theatre?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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