Feb 26 • 13:34 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Ambulance Stuck in Traffic, Delivery Happened Inside... Both Mother and Child Safe

A pregnant woman gave birth inside an ambulance stuck in traffic caused by a wedding celebration in Kaushambi, India, but both mother and child are safe.

In a surprising incident in Kaushambi district's Sarai Akil area, a pregnant woman named Nandini Seth was unable to reach the hospital in time due to an ambulance getting stuck in traffic caused by a wedding celebration. As the DJ music and crowd formed a long jam, the ambulance couldn't move forward, which led to a critical situation for the expectant mother. The staff, realizing the urgency, promptly contacted health authorities to seek assistance.

With the increasing pain of labor experienced by Nandini during the traffic jam, quick thinking from the ambulance personnel became crucial. The EMTs and a nurse swiftly took action when they recognized that the delivery was imminent. They prepared for the childbirth inside the ambulance, managing the situation despite the challenging environment.

Fortunately, Nandini gave birth safely with the help of the ambulance staff, and both she and her newborn child were reported to be healthy. This incident highlights the challenges faced by emergency medical services in responding to urgent cases amidst public events, raising awareness about the need for better traffic management during such occasions to avoid similar situations in the future.

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