Local officials in Uruzgan have announced the establishment of a security unit to protect the province’s historical sites.
They say efforts to restore historical monuments in the province have also begun.
“We have established a security unit in Uruzgan to ensure the serious protection of historical sites. Additionally, we have shared information about some historical areas with the relevant ministry to collaborate on restoring these sites,” said Agha Wali Qureshi, head of the Information and Culture of Uruzgan.
Meanwhile, residents and tourists emphasize that some historical sites damaged by past wars and natural disasters urgently need restoration.
One such historical site is Kafir Qala in the Mehrabad area of Tirinkot city, the capital of Uruzgan, parts of which have been damaged due to past conflicts and natural events.
“We came here to visit this historical site. It’s truly a beautiful area. We enjoyed it a lot, but one thing is clear—these sites need restoration,” said, Abdul Wali Jansar, a tourist visiting Uruzgan.
Imran Khan, a tourist from Paktia, added: “When we visited Uruzgan and its historical sites, we realized that many of them were destroyed by floods and wars. Some of these sites have also been seized by locals. The government must take serious steps to restore and protect these historical areas.”
According to the Uruzgan Department of Information and Culture, 136 historical sites have been registered in the province. Among them, Kafir Qala, Takht-e-Suleiman, and Qala-e-Morcha are considered the most notable.