The rally was held to mark the day for the physically challenged, observed annually on April 20 since 1981, to raise awareness of people with disabilities and better protect their rights.
At the rally, participants held a procession that included taking three steps and one bow, a Buddhist practice of prostration that is also considered a form of peaceful protest.
Monday's rally follows similar processions held in about 17 provincial cities since late last month, which led to meaningful outcomes including government pledges to take full responsibility for people with disabilities through increased state support and to investigate care facilities for any cases of abuse and harassment.
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