Works kicks off on 9m afs water supply network in Logar
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At a glance
- Construction has begun on a 9 million afghani water supply network in the Baraki Barak district of Logar province.
- The project, funded by the Danish Committee for Aid to Afghan Refugees (DACAAR), aims to provide safe drinking water to 512 families, a school, a madrassa, and 10 mosques.
- Officials emphasized the importance of public-private cooperation for the country's reconstruction and development.
Construction has commenced on a vital water supply network in the Baraki Barak district of central Logar province, Afghanistan. The project, valued at 9 million afghanis (approximately $100,000 USD), is set to significantly improve access to safe drinking water for local residents.
Funded by the Danish Committee for Aid to Afghan Refugees (DACAAR), the initiative is expected to be completed within three months. Key components of the project include drilling a deep well, constructing a 40-cubic-meter water reservoir, and laying over 16,600 meters of pipelines. Upon completion, the network will supply water to 193 households, a local madrassa, a school, and 10 mosques, benefiting an estimated 512 families.
Joint efforts by the people and officials were essential for the countryโs reconstruction and development.
During the construction phase, the project will provide temporary employment opportunities for dozens of local residents. District Administrative Chief Mawlawi Noorullah Ghalib highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts between citizens and officials for the nation's reconstruction and development. He urged sincere work and coordination for the country's prosperity.
Logar Rural Rehabilitation and Development Director Mawlawi Noorullah Hikmat noted that this water supply network is one of over ten development projects launched in the province within the last three months. The department remains committed to implementing further projects aimed at enhancing public welfare and improving living standards in the region.
He said everyone should work sincerely and in coordination for the prosperity and progress of the country.
Originally published by Pajhwok Afghan News. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.