The Islamic Emirate has launched construction of a new township for returnees on 6,000 jeribs of land (approximately 1,200 hectares) in the Tarkha Dasht area of Zendejan district, Herat province. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Deputy Administrative Chief of the Prime Minister’s Office, Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanafi, along with several cabinet members.
According to officials, the township is designed to accommodate Afghan returnees from neighboring countries, offering essential services including housing, healthcare, education, and other basic infrastructure.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mawlawi Hanafi called the project a significant step toward securing a dignified life for returnees, emphasizing the Islamic Emirate’s commitment to delivering sustainable, high-quality services. He also revealed plans to construct 35 similar townships across 25 provinces to support returnees nationwide.
Returnees welcomed the initiative, expressing hope that they could now begin a peaceful and stable life in their homeland without fear or uncertainty.
Local Herat officials stated that the township will be built in two phases and will include mosques, madrasas, schools, health centers, and other key facilities.
