The construction of the first phase of the Bandar-e-Kalfat road in Balkh province has officially commenced, with an investment of 450 million AFN.
Mawlavi Abdul Saboor Sabeer, head of Balkh Public Works, highlighted that the project will enhance the movement of people and goods, strengthening economic ties between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. The road would start from the center of Balkh district and extend to the Turkmenistan border, passing through Shortepa, Chahi, and Dawlatabad districts.
Mawlavi Noor-ul-Hadi Abu-Adris, the deputy governor of Balkh, described the project as a significant development achievement of the Islamic Emirate, underscoring the government’s commitment to balanced development and reconstruction.
Furthermore, Mawlavi Abdul Karim Fateh, Deputy Minister of Public Works, stated that the Bandar-e-Kalfat road is a key strategic initiative for the ministry, expected to significantly contribute to regional trade, economic development, and connectivity.
Local residents have welcomed the construction of this road, viewing it as a crucial step towards economic development, improved transportation, and enhanced living conditions.
The total length of the Bandar-e-Kalfat road is 91km, designed to be built in three phases, with completion anticipated within the next two years.
