Srinagar, July 3 -- Dozens of babies with disabilities have been abandoned over the years and many were lying in hospitals for months in Kashmir.
An official at Lalla Ded Hospital Srinagar said there have been many cases when children with disabilities were abandoned by their parents.
"Last year, a one-month-old baby was left to dogs by his parents in a plastic bag. He was found wrapped in a polythene bag in the backyards of the hospital. It came to light after an official had heard the newborn's cries," he said, wishing not to be named.
"He was administered anti-rabies injections. His condition improved days after he was treated here. He had a disability but was later adopted by a childless couple," the official said.
Keeping children ...