Kabul— The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has taken a major step toward addressing Kabul’s chronic water shortages. Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, held a meeting today with representatives of Katwazi Group to discuss the transfer of water from the Panjshir River to Kabul city.
Private Sector Investment in Focus
During the meeting, Mullah Baradar acknowledged the growing water crisis in Kabul and emphasized that the government is making serious and fundamental efforts to resolve it. He welcomed the interest of Katwazi Group in the Panjshir River water transfer project and underlined the need for collaboration between the government and the private sector.
The representatives of Katwazi Group confirmed their readiness to invest in the project. They assured that all procedures would be in line with required technical and environmental standards. They added that once the Ministry of Water and Energy provides the necessary documents, their technical teams will move to the field. According to the company, the initial survey and design phase can be completed within two weeks.
Government’s Commitment to Speedy Progress
The Deputy PM instructed officials of the Ministry of Water and Energy to share all existing information and data with Katwazi Group without delay. He also directed them to hold technical and financial discussions with the company to finalize the framework for project implementation.
Mullah Baradar assured full cooperation from his office, stressing the urgency of finding a sustainable solution to Kabul’s water challenges. He requested both the Ministry and Katwazi Group to submit a joint progress report to the Office of the Deputy PM for Economic Affairs within two weeks.
Path Toward a Long-Term Solution
The Panjshir River water transfer project is expected to play a vital role in ensuring a reliable supply of water to Kabul’s rapidly growing population. The initiative demonstrates the Islamic Emirate’s willingness to work with private companies on infrastructure development and essential services.
By prioritizing this project, the government aims to not only address the immediate water shortage but also lay the foundation for long-term urban planning in the capital. With active participation from Katwazi Group, the project has gained new momentum and may soon bring relief to Kabul residents struggling with daily water scarcity.
