ECONOMY — March 24, 2026
Afghanistan Installs GPS Devices in 20,222 Transport Vehicles in Solar Year 1404, Total Reaches Around 40,000
Afghanistan's Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation installed GPS devices in 20,222 transport vehicles during solar year 1404, raising the national total to about 40,000. Officials say the ongoing installations aim to bolster security for passengers and cargo.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — corroborated by Bakhtar News and Hurriyat — 2 min read
KABUL (Afghan Verified) — The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation of Afghanistan announced that 20,222 transport vehicles received GPS devices during solar year 1404, bringing the nationwide total to around 40,000 passenger and cargo vehicles.
The ministry stated that installations continue regularly across the country. Officials said the effort aims to enhance security for commercial goods and passengers.
According to the announcement, the process of fitting vehicles with tracking devices is ongoing, reflecting accelerated measures to protect transportation networks.
Solar year 1404 corresponds to the Afghan calendar period ending around March 2025 in the Gregorian calendar.
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Reliability assessment
Corroborated by 3 outlets (RTA, Bakhtar News, Hurriyat) reporting the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation's official announcement of GPS installations in 20,222 vehicles during solar year 1404, totaling around 40,000.
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Where reports agree
- Ministry installed GPS in 20,222 vehicles in solar year 1404
- Total ~40,000 vehicles fitted with GPS to date
- Installation process continues
Filed by 3 outlets
RTA
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Bakhtar News
Reported straight
Reported straight
Hurriyat
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Reported straight
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