Kabul, Jan. 13 -- On the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, families of martyrs and persons living with disabilities in Afghanistan have said that the assistance currently provided to them remains inadequate and have appealed for increased support from aid organisations as well as the Islamic Emirate, Tolo News reported.

Several persons with disabilities told TOLO news that the lack of employment opportunities and insufficient aid have made survival increasingly difficult, particularly with winter setting in.

Ghulam Hazrat, a person with a disability, said he has been left without any means of livelihood after losing his limbs. "I have lost my hands and legs. I have three children; there is no work, no incom...