<div>Dear Friends and Community,
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<div>It is with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news regarding our dear friends, Ratna and Shankar. What was supposed to be a joyful Holiday break turned into a nightmare in an instant. Shankar was involved in a catastrophic road accident through no fault of his own and is currently in critical condition, fighting for his life.
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<div>This sudden tragedy has shattered a beautiful family. Shankar is not only the heart of his home but also its sole provider. As an H1B visa holder, the weight of their family’s future rests entirely on his shoulders. Now, while he remains in intensive care, his wife Ratna—a devoted mother and homemaker—finds herself in an impossible position. She is torn between long, anxious hours at the hospital and caring for their two young children, ages 6 and 8, who wait by the door every day, asking when their father will come home.
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<div>The financial burden is already overwhelming. With savings completely exhausted and medical bills mounting by the hour, the family is facing an agonizing reality. No family should have to choose between the hope for a recovery and the means for survival.
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<div>How your support will make a difference:
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<li>Critical Care: Funding life-saving medical treatments and specialized hospital care.
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<li>The Long Road to Recovery: Covering essential medications and rehabilitation expenses.
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<li>Family Stability: Providing for the basic daily needs of Ratna and the children during this crisis.
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<div>We humbly ask you to open your hearts and extend your support. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a lifeline. Your generosity will allow Ratna to focus on being by Shankar’s side and comforting their children without the immediate fear of financial collapse.
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<div>Your kindness today will become their hope tomorrow. Please feel free to forward to your family, friends and your network. Your kindness and support are the light this family needs during their darkest hour.
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<div>Thank you for standing with Ratna, Shankar, and their children.
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Naresh Maddirala

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Emergency Support for Shankar’s Fight for Life & family

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