Chennai: A nine-month pregnant woman, who was aerially rescued last week from one of the worst rain-affected areas of the city, has given birth to healthy twin girls at a hospital here, bringing some cheer as residents grapple with the aftermath of the unprecedented deluge.

The IAF, which had rescued 28-year-old Deepthi Velchamyon December 2, again airlifted her to a hospital two days later when she went into labour.