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New Delhi: In a case that has drawn public attention towards deep-rooted patriarchy in Indian society, a 37-year-old woman in Haryana gave birth to a son after previously delivering 10 daughters. It was a high risk delivery, doctors said. The case once again raises concerns over maternal health and the persistent preference for male children in several parts of the country.
The incident has been reported from Uchana town of Jind district, where the woman, who was married for 19 years, gave birth to her 11th child at Ojas Hospital and Maternity Home. Dr Narveer Sheoran told NDTV that the delivery was classified as high risk, and the mother required three units of blood. However, both the mother and the newborn are now in stable condition.
On January 3, the woman was admitted to the hospital and gave birth to the baby the next day. After the delivery, she discharged from the hospital. After being discharged, the woman came back to her village in the neighbouring Fatehabad district.
Sanjay Kumar, the father who is a 38-year-old daily wage laborer, reportedly said that he and some of his elder daughters had hoped for a son. The couple was married in 2007. Kumar added that most of his daughters are attending school, with the eldest studying in Class 12. Despite his limited income, he said he is making efforts to ensure that all his children get education.
Kumar said the baby was the couple's eleventh child, and they already have 10 daughters. He added, "With my limited income, I am doing my best to provide a good education for my daughters. Whatever has happened is God's will, and I am happy with it."
The case drew huge attention on social media platforms, after a video emerged which showed the father struggling to recall the names of his 10 daughters. He denied any patriarchal pressure and said girls today are capable of achieving success in all spheres of life.
The 10 sisters have named their newborn brother Dilkhush. They said they are overjoyed that the baby’s birth has come after a inordinate wait of 19 years and has brought happiness to the family. The eldest daughter is around 18 years old and studies in Class 12.
