Actor and producer Humayun Saeed has spent over two decades in the entertainment industry. He has greatly contributed to the field and plans to continue using his popularity and the medium to raise awareness and promote positivity.
Recently, the Meray Paas Tum Ho star tweeted about female doctors not being able to practice after graduation due to Pakistan’s obsession with doctor bahu [daughter-in-law].
“Disappointed to find out that only one out of four female doctors practice after graduation in Pakistan because of family pressure. Thinking of a new project, maybe to highlight this issue. Let’s encourage women to pursue their dreams,” he wrote, with the hashtag #DoctorBahu.
Disappointed to find out that only 1 out of 4 female doctors practice after graduation in Pakistan because of family pressure. Thinking of a new project, maybe to highlight this issue. Let’s encourage women to pursue their dreams. #DoctorBahu
— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) January 31, 2022
Doctor bahus are in great demand across the country, however, they are rarely ‘allowed’ to practice leading years of hard work to go to waste. Considering how important this issue is, he wants to address it in his upcoming project.
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The tweet grabbed the attention of several social media users who were quick to add their thoughts regarding the matter.
My aunt, mbbs graduate from Fatimah Jinnah medical University, a gold medalist, married to a doctor obviously, settled in America, but never ever did her medical job after marriage and that too willingly. She had the option but she choose to be a housewife in America.
— literary cupcake (@hiechorchy) January 31, 2022
It's not only be because of Societal pressure but also majorly because of Insane working hours doctors are expected to do.
— Nayab (@Nayab04258632) January 31, 2022
I mean 36 hours shift then 12 hours at home then again you have to report at the ward early next morning.
It takes a toll on the family life and kids.
I think it’s an important social issue that is always undermined by societal pressures and cultural norms. As a doctor myself, I feel it’s the need of the hour. Great to see people speaking about it now in the open. Would love to help out in anyway possible! #DoctorBahu
— Syed Raza Shah, MD (aka Crypto Doctor) (@SyedRazaShah123) January 31, 2022
What are your thoughts?
