SOCIETY — May 21, 2026
Asphalt Paving Work Starts on Road in Jalalabad City
Asphalt paving has begun on a 3.5 km road section from Dronta to Surkhapul Bridge in Jalalabad at a cost of 75 million Afghanis from the municipality budget. The project targets traffic congestion, with local residents welcoming the work and officials announcing plans for a second bridge.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — 2 min read

The municipality of Jalalabad has initiated asphalt paving on a specific road segment within the city limits. This segment measures 3.5 kilometers in length and extends from the area known as Dronta to the Surkhapul Bridge. The width of the road under construction is 10 meters. Funding for this infrastructure improvement comes entirely from the internal budget of the municipality, amounting to 75 million Afghanis in total expenditure.
Engineer Wahidullah Mukhlis holds the position of head of construction affairs for the Jalalabad municipality. In comments regarding the project, he indicated that it seeks to resolve longstanding problems related to traffic congestion. He pointed out that the particular route had been subject to occasional closures stemming from excessive traffic in earlier times. Mukhlis further highlighted the significance of the location as a primary entryway into the city of Jalalabad.
People living in the vicinity have reacted positively to the start of the paving activities. They emphasized the importance of the road as a major access point to Jalalabad city. These residents conveyed their desire for the project to adhere to its timeline and reach completion without delays.
Municipal officials have also revealed intentions to undertake the construction of an additional bridge at the Surkhapul site in coming periods. Such a development would contribute to reducing traffic related difficulties in the surrounding areas.
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