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World Bank Funds Water Networks for 1,000 Afghan Families in Drought-Hit Ghazni

Construction has begun on three clean drinking water supply networks in Ghazni province, funded by the World Bank. The projects in Ab Band, Khogyani, and Zankhan districts will cost 20 million Afghanis and aim to benefit approximately 1,000 families. Local residents describe extreme hardship, with 90% of households in one village having no water, forcing them to fetch it from distant sources. This initiative is part of broader efforts, with 10 other networks already completed this year, providing water to nearly 4,000 families in the province.

Key Points: World Bank Water Projects Launch in Ghazni, Afghanistan

  • 20 million Afghanis project cost
  • Targets 1,000 beneficiary families
  • Addresses severe drought impacts
  • Part of broader World Bank assistance
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Afghanistan: World Bank-funded water networks launched in drought-hit Ghazni to benefit 1,000 families

New World Bank-funded water networks in Ghazni aim to provide clean drinking water to 1,000 families, addressing severe drought conditions.

"We are facing severe water shortages... We are very grateful that our water problem is being addressed. - Mohammad Dawood"

Ghazni, February 10

Construction has started on three clean drinking water supply networks in Ghazni province with funding from the World Bank, according to Tolo News.

The initiatives are underway in the Ab Band, Khogyani and Zankhan districts at a total cost of 20 million Afghanis. Upon completion, the projects are expected to provide clean drinking water to approximately 1,000 families in the region.

Saeed-ur-Rahman Saeed, head of project implementation at the Ghazni Department of Rural Rehabilitation and Development, said, "The construction of three water supply networks has been launched in the Khogyani, Ab Band and Zankhan districts of Ghazni. The cost of these projects is 20 million Afghanis, and 1,000 families will benefit from them."

Local residents have described severe challenges in accessing drinking water following prolonged droughts, which have caused many wells to dry up. They expressed appreciation for the new projects and urged continued support for similar efforts.

Ezatullah, a resident of Ab Band district in Ghazni, said, "Out of 300 households in our village, 90 per cent have no water, and the remaining 10 per cent bring water by car and motorcycle from distant areas."

Another resident of Ab Band, Mohammad Dawood, said, "We are facing severe water shortages. When someone starts a pump to draw water from a borewell, everyone gathers around that single well. We are very grateful that our water problem is being addressed."

Tolo News reported that, according to the Ghazni Department of Rural Rehabilitation and Development, 10 clean drinking water supply networks have already been completed across various districts of the province this year with World Bank assistance, at a cost exceeding 55 million Afghanis. These schemes have delivered clean water to nearly 4,000 families.

The ongoing and completed projects reflect efforts to address acute water scarcity in drought-affected areas of Ghazni province.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good initiative, but 20 million Afghanis for 1000 families? That's roughly 20,000 Afghani per family. I hope the cost includes long-term maintenance and isn't just for initial construction. Accountability is key in these projects.
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Aman W
Water scarcity is a huge issue in our own country too. We can relate. While it's great to see help going to our neighbours, it also makes me think about the drought-hit regions in India that need similar focused attention. Jai Jal Shakti!
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Sarah B
The quote from the resident about 90% of the village having no water is heartbreaking. Can't imagine that daily struggle. World Bank funding crucial projects like this shows the importance of global cooperation for basic human needs.
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Vikram M
Stability and development in Afghanistan is in everyone's interest. When people's basic needs are met, it creates a more peaceful environment. This is a step in the right direction. Hope the local authorities ensure the projects are completed without delays.
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Kavya N
The article says 10 networks were already completed this year helping 4000 families. That's a significant impact! Shows what can be achieved with proper planning and funding. More power to the engineers and workers on the ground. 💧

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