Washington, Dec 10 (LatestNewsX) – A young Indian woman from San Jose is in a lengthy coma after a severe accident this month, drawing strong support from local groups as her father fights medical and legal hurdles on his own far from home.
Arti Singh was on her way back from a professional networking function when a vehicle hit her as she crossed a street close to her residence on November 9. Since the crash she has remained unconscious, and she is receiving intensive care at the Santa Clara Valley Medical Centre. According to a media release, surgeons have performed major operations on her neck and stomach to help her breathe and eat.
“My daughter is still not opening her eyes. I talk to her every day, hoping she can hear me. I have no one here — just her, and the hope that she will wake up,” said her father, Sumiran Singh. He added, “Sitting continuously by her bedside, I don’t know who he is. I don’t know anything else. I just want answers,” Singh said.
Police confirmed that the collision was not a hit‑and‑run, but they have not released the driver’s name. Sumiran only learned that the driver was a man in his fifties who was uninsured at the time. No updates on the driver’s status or possible charges have been provided, leaving the family frustrated.
The father, who has no relatives or support network in the Bay Area, has had to juggle a growing list of medical, logistical, and legal demands. He also lacks access to Arti’s documents, devices, and personal items, complicating communication and everyday decisions. Community members note that language barriers and unfamiliar administrative procedures have only made his situation more precarious.
The Overseas Organisation for Better Bihar (O2B2), a community group active in Northern California, learned of the accident and immediately stepped in to help. “This is every parent’s nightmare,” a representative said. “Singh is alone here with no family support. Our community is doing everything possible to make sure he is not left to struggle in silence.”
The group has been accompanying the father to hospital conferences, government offices, and agencies while launching a fundraising effort to cover lodging, travel, meals, and other basic needs. “This situation is heartbreaking,” an O2B2 spokesperson said. “Singh has no one here. No relatives. No support. When we met him, he didn’t even know where he would sleep. We cannot let a father struggle alone in a foreign land while his daughter fights for her life. We are calling upon the Indian community in the Bay Area to step up to help Arti Singh and her father in whatever way possible.”
Volunteers have echoed this call for broader assistance and greater transparency from local authorities. “We are praying for Arti every moment,” one volunteer said. “We want her to wake up. And we want her father to know he is not alone.”
Community leader Ajay Bhutoria is also raising the issue with the District Attorney’s office while coordinating support for the family.
As Arti remains in critical condition, messages of solidarity and prayers have poured in from across California and beyond. Her father continues to keep vigil at her bedside, whispering through tears, “Wake up, beta. I’m right here.”
Pedestrian accidents have become an increasing concern in many U.S. cities, including California, where heavy traffic and limited crosswalks have led to repeated calls for better safety measures. Indian students and young professionals in the Bay Area – one of the largest diaspora hubs in the United States – often rely on walking or shared rides, which raises their exposure to road risks.
The Indian consulate in San Francisco has expanded outreach to families dealing with medical emergencies, accidents, and legal distress, reflecting the growing Indian population in the region. Community organisations, including volunteer‑run cultural and regional groups, routinely mobilise to aid individuals facing emergencies far from home. lalit/dan
Stay informed on all the latest news, real-time breaking news updates, and follow all the important headlines in world News on Latest NewsX. Follow us on social media Facebook, Twitter(X), Gettr and subscribe our Youtube Channel.
