KHOROG, September 18, 2008, Asia-Plus  -- The Khorog-based Center Nour, which is the only center for children with physical disabilities in Gorno Badakhshan, may be closed because of lack of funds, the center director Kamol Shanbezoda said in an interview with Asia-Plus.

The center for rehabilitation of disabled children has worked in Khorog for several years honorary.  “Three years ago, with support of foreign private investors and local authorities, a special building was constructed for the center, which is now house for 37 disable children,” said Shanbezoda, “The allocated funds and inconsiderable donations of private individuals have been spent for purchasing furniture and equipment as well as staffing personnel.”   

According to him, the center has not yet been included on the list of organizations receiving funds from the budget as it was promised.