Government should carry out legislation to protect the rights of Special Persons
The Founder and Leader of Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM) Mr Altaf Hussain has said that Special Persons can play a leading role in the development of the country if they are given opportunities. In a message on the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities Mr Hussain said that the MQM wants the people with disabilities to become a useful part of the society.
Mr Hussain said that the disabled persons are also an integral part of our society and it is our responsibility look after them in a proper manner. He urged on President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf to ensure implementation of laws for the disabled persons. He said that the government should carry out legislation to protect the rights of the disabled people and set up specialized institutions for their needs. He said that the people with disabilities should be encouraged to take part in every department of life.