Speaking on the occasion, Pervaiz Malik, Honorary President, Labard said, "Labard is a project that is very close to my heart. I have always felt that there have been very few facilities for the physically and mentally peoples. These talented people can be treated and provided guidance for earning a respectable livelihood and place in the society; however, we need continuous support from individuals and organisations to keep our mission alive".
In honour of the event, American Ambassador Anne W. Patterson, on recommendation of American Business Forum (ABF), pledged $200,000 for Labard's upcoming project. This pledge equals the donation made last year by one of ABF members, Coca-Cola.
Pakistan's informal census indicates that about 2.49 percent of the total 170 million population consist of people with disabilities. To help them lead fulfilling lives with dignity and respect, the businessmen of Lahore, with the support of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry have been working effortlessly in raising funds and taking an active part in the administration of Labard.-PR