Indian Delivery Worker Speaks Out on Harsh Life in America
Viral video shows Indian DoorDash worker sharing struggles in the US, sparking discussions on immigrant life and acceptance in America.
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A video capturing an Indian DoorDash delivery worker in the United States has gone viral, shedding light on the challenges faced by immigrants in the country. Recorded by an American during a routine delivery, the clip reveals the emotional toll of living in a place where acceptance is limited.
In the video, the delivery worker shares his frustration and sadness over feeling unwelcome. “I want to go back, sir. They don’t accept us here,” he says. He adds that while some individuals may be kind, many Americans avoid interacting with immigrants. “I am going to be a citizen, but my heart is sad,” he continues, concluding with a plea: “Just pray for us.”
The man also describes the conflict between his desire to return to India and his family’s wish to remain in the U.S. He mentions his two daughters and wife, explaining that while he wants to leave, they prefer to stay. “I have two daughters, my daughters are not going back. I am stuck. I want to leave the USA forever because if you are not happy somewhere and people are not accepting… But unfortunately, my daughters say they want to stay here. And my wife also doesn’t want to leave,” he says.
Data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2021-23 American Community Survey (ACS) shows about 4.9 million people in the United States identify as Indian alone or in combination with other races. The population has increased from 1.8 million in 2000, a growth of approximately 174 per cent over two decades.
The video has sparked widespread discussion online, particularly about the Indian diaspora in the U.S. Social media users expressed empathy and concern. One Instagram user wrote, “He was so hurt. I could feel the pain,” while another commented, “Come back… Hatred for Indians is at an all-time high. Be safe, my brothers and sisters.”
Observers highlighted the hard work and resilience of Indian immigrants, who often take demanding jobs and maintain low visibility in daily life. “Most Indians who come to the USA are hard-working and stay in their own lane. They work hard, take some of the worst jobs, and rarely complain about it. Most of them are like this man, too, it’s not always a black and white situation,” a social media user said.
