Patna (Bihar): In the heart of Bihar, where tradition and spirituality intertwine seamlessly, today's celebration of Shri Krishna Janmashtami has brought forth not only the joyous commemoration of Lord Krishna's birth but also a beautiful, touching phenomenon—a surge in the birth of new life. In a heart-warming trend that has been sweeping through Bihar, parents have eagerly awaited the arrival of their children to coincide with this auspicious day, and the results have been nothing short of miraculous. Today, more than 500 neonatals have made their entry into the world, with 150 of them gracing the district of Patna alone. As the day progresses, this number is expected to soar, with whispers suggesting it may surpass a thousand by nightfall.
The Divine Birth of New Lives
This enchanting surge of births on Shri Krishna Janmashtami signifies a remarkable new trend in Bihar—a desire among expectant parents to have their children born on significant religious occasions. This longing for divine timing becomes even more poignant when it aligns with the birth of a cherished deity like Lord Krishna. For mothers who undergo caesarean sections, delaying the procedure by a day or two has become a vogue, often with the consultation and approval of their doctors.
Hospitals Overflowing with Joy
The spirit of Janmashtami has pervaded both government and private hospitals across Bihar, transforming them into havens of joy and celebration. Pregnant women, eager to be part of this magical phenomenon, have filled the corridors of healthcare institutions, ready to welcome their bundles of joy into the world. The scenes inside some of the larger private hospitals resemble a festival in themselves, with families uniting in celebration and anticipation.
Let us take you on a journey through the various districts of Bihar, where these miracles of birth have taken place, spreading love and hope in equal measure.
“There is a patient who has already demanded that the delivery of the child should be done at 12:00 midnight on the occasion of Janmashtami. In such a situation, they have kept the patient stable on medicines and will take him to the labour room at 11:15 in the night, the delivery of the children will be done at 12:00 in the night and now the family members will decide whether to celebrate the child's birthday on 6th September or on 7 September” Patna's renowned gynaecologist Dr. Sarika Rai said.