Afghanistan completes three major dam projects
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has announced the completion of three major dams, part of a broader effort to improve the country’s water management and energy production.
According to Matiullah Abid, spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy and Water, among the completed projects is the Shah Aros Dam, which cost $250 million and has the capacity to irrigate 2,700 hectares of land while generating 1.2 megawatts of electricity.
The Omari Dam, built at a cost of 127 million Afghanis, can irrigate 560 hectares and supply six kilowatts of power, Tolo News reports.
The Kamal Khan Dam has also been finalized, although specific details have not been disclosed.
Some other large-scale dam projects are currently underway and are expected to be finished in the near future.
The Pashdan Dam in Herat is 95% complete and, once operational, will irrigate 2,600 hectares and produce two megawatts of electricity. The project cost $117 million.
Construction of the Peltoni Dam in Paktia has reached 20% completion and is expected to irrigate 2,500 hectares and generate one megawatt of power.
Experts argue that building dams is essential for Afghanistan’s development, not only for enhancing energy independence but also for expanding agriculture and creating jobs. Hasibullah Safi, an economic analyst, highlighted that investing in hydroelectric projects reduces the country’s reliance on imported electricity and stimulates local employment.
Another expert, Abdul Naseer Reshtia, emphasized the need for attracting foreign investment in the energy sector, saying, “Energy is a cornerstone of economic growth, and the government should foster an environment that encourages foreign investors to contribute to this vital industry.”
The announcement follows recent remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, who, at the International Water Conference in Kabul, stressed the importance of sustainable water management amid global water shortages.
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