A dance performance during a medical conference in Chennai has sparked heated debate online, with some users labeling it “vulgar” while others defended it as harmless fun. The event, which took place during the 47th annual conference of the Association of Colon and Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSICON 2024), has become a topic of discussion after footage of the performance went viral on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
The video in question shows a woman, dressed in a pair of shorts and a matching crop top with a sheer overlay, dancing in front of a predominantly male audience. She invited some of the attendees to join her on the dance floor, leading a few men to step up, drinks in hand, and participate. A banner in the background of the video confirmed the event as part of ACRSICON 2024, held between September 19 and 21 at the Taj Coromandel Hotel in Chennai.
The video was shared online by a user who questioned the appropriateness of the performance at a professional medical event, writing, “Is this some kind of training in human anatomy? Old doctors grabbing a woman in public—is this part of medical practice?”
The performance has divided public opinion. While some viewers described the scene as “vulgar” and “unprofessional,” others came to the defense of the doctors involved, stating that they, too, deserve to relax and have fun after a lifetime of hard work.
One commenter clarified, “To be factually correct, no one grabbed anyone. In fact, the dancer invited people to join her. Whether it’s cringe or appropriate is another matter.”
Another user, Sanjay, added, “Doctors are human too. Why can’t they have fun sometimes?”
Several commenters echoed this sentiment, suggesting that medical professionals should not be criticized for taking a moment to enjoy themselves. “They work hard all their lives. What’s wrong with them enjoying occasionally?” one user asked.
However, not everyone agreed. Some viewers criticized the performance as indecent and inappropriate for a professional setting. “What kind of conference is this?” one person asked, while another pointed out the frequent exploitation of women at such events, saying, “At every official function, women are made to dance. Isn’t this exploitation of the weaker sex?”
Physician Raj Shankar Ghosh voiced his disapproval, calling the performance “very shameful.”
Another point of contention was the apparent absence of women in the audience. Some viewers expressed concern over the fact that the event seemed to be attended mostly by men, raising questions about the nature of the event and the decision to include a dance performance as part of the program.
While ACRSICON 2024 took place at the Taj Coromandel Hotel in Chennai, it remains unclear who organized the controversial performance. The conference, held from September 19 to 21, brought together medical professionals specializing in colorectal surgery, but no official clarification has been issued regarding the circumstances surrounding the dance.
The dance performance has ignited an intense debate online, with people sharply divided over whether the event was inappropriate or simply a harmless part of the conference’s social activities. The incident raises broader questions about the intersection of professional conduct and social events in formal settings, particularly when such events are shared in the public domain.
