Viral Video: Dance at Doctor’s Annual Conference in Chennai Sparks Online Debate
Viral Video: Dance at Doctor’s Annual Conference in Chennai Sparks Online Debate
A dance performance at a medical conference divides netizens, with some defending it as entertainment while others condemn it as inappropriate for a professional setting.
A video showing a dance performance at the annual conference of the Association of Colon and Rectal Surgeons of India in Chennai has gone viral, stirring a heated debate on social media. The 58-second clip, which has garnered significant attention. The footage, shows a female dancer entertaining an audience of mostly male attendees. It also captures some of the men, drinks in hand, joining the dancer on stage, raising eyebrows about the event’s decorum.
The video was posted on social media platform X, where the user who shared it criticized the performance as inappropriate for a professional event. The user wrote, “This annual conference of the Association of Colon and Rectal Surgeons of India, held in Chennai from 19th to 21st September. What I want to know from @IMAIndiaOrg is this some kind of training in human anatomy? Old doctors grabbing a woman in public is what part of medicine practice?”
The post quickly sparked an online debate. Some netizens defended the performance, drawing parallels to Bollywood and other celebratory events where similar displays are common. They questioned why this instance was receiving backlash when such performances are widely accepted elsewhere. However, others expressed strong disapproval, calling the behavior “disgraceful” and “shameless,” especially in the context of a professional medical gathering.
One user said, “How can one have a problem with this but it’s totally ok when bollywood does it for millions to watch?”
Another highlighted saying that, “They don’t seem to be “grabbing” anyone.”
Some other added, “If this is wrong, then dancing to DJ music during religious festivals and marriages is also wrong. Legally wrong? No. Morally wrong? Debatable.”
“To be factually correct, no one really grabbed anyone. As a matter of fact, she “grabbed” a person to dance with. Whether this whole scenario is cringe or if it is warranted is another matter.”
“What is the problem? Every professionals have right to enjoyand dance …..after working hours. How is this different from any music dance concert?”
A user criticised saying, “This is disgraceful”
“This is utter shamelessness,” another added.
Questioning IMA, some other user said, “What nonsense is this? @IMAIndiaOrg is this allowed?”
Another added, “Just 3 days back a bunch of woman were dancing in US to please Vishwaguru. Not a single Man, now If Dr are having some light moments sab ke pet mein dard ho gayi.”
The video has highlighted contrasting views on what is considered appropriate entertainment in formal settings, with reactions continuing to flood social media platforms.
