ECONOMY — June 17, 2026
500 kV Power Line Project from Shibirghan to Alwan Desert Nears Completion
The line is projected to enable import of one thousand megawatts of electricity from Turkmenistan, benefiting six million rural households and generating forty two million dollars in annual government revenue.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — corroborated by Hurriyat — 2 min read
Officials from Afghan Invest informed Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund that work on the 500 kV power line extension from Shibirghan to Alwan Desert and the associated substation is nearing completion.
The project is expected to be operational within four months. During the meeting, the officials also reported progress on exploration of the lead and zinc mine in Tolak district of Ghor province.
Plans include construction of a full processing factory for the mine along with provision of electricity supply. Once finished, the line is projected to enable import of one thousand megawatts of electricity from Turkmenistan.
Read the original reporting at Bakhtar News →
Reliability assessment
Two independent sources corroborate the core event of the meeting and project status updates with consistent details on timelines and participants; the additional benefit projections appear in only one source but do not contradict the other.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
An independent web search turned up no separate corroborating reports. Treat the account as single-sourced until more outlets pick it up.
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Where reports agree
- The 500 kV power line from Shibirghan to Alwan Desert and associated substation work will be completed within four months.
- Afghan Invest company officials met with Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund to discuss the project and mining progress.
- Progress has been made on lead and zinc mine exploration in Tolak district, Ghor province.
Where reports differ
- Hurriyat reports specific projected benefits including 1000 MW electricity import, impact on 6 million households, and $42 million annual revenue; Bakhtar News does not mention these details.
Filed by 2 outlets
Bakhtar News
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Hurriyat
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Economy — Energy Infrastructure, Afghan Invest, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Shibirghan, Ghor Province
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