ECONOMY — May 2, 2026
Contract Signed for Reconstruction of Aybak–Roy-e-Duab Road in Samangan
The Ministry of Public Works has awarded a 641.67 million Afghani contract to two firms for the two-year reconstruction of a 20-kilometer road in Samangan province. The project aims to improve regional transportation, reduce travel costs, and enhance access to local services.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — corroborated by RTA and Hurriyat — 2 min read

The Ministry of Public Works of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has signed a contract for the fundamental reconstruction of a 20-kilometer road connecting Aybak city to the Roy-e-Duab district in Samangan province. The agreement, valued at 641.67 million Afghanis, was awarded to two construction firms and outlines a two-year timeline for project completion.
According to the ministry, the initial phase of the project requires the contracted companies to complete all necessary surveying and design work within 75 days. Following this preparatory stage, physical reconstruction of the roadway will commence. Officials stated that the infrastructure upgrade is intended to facilitate regional transportation, lower travel expenses, and stimulate local commerce.
The project is also expected to improve residents’ access to essential public services. By upgrading the route between Aybak and Roy-e-Duab, authorities aim to reduce transit times and enhance connectivity for communities relying on the corridor for trade, healthcare, and education.
The Ministry of Public Works has emphasized that the reconstruction will adhere to established engineering standards to ensure long-term durability. Once operational, the rehabilitated road is projected to serve as a key transit link within the northern province, supporting economic activity and daily mobility for local populations.
Read the original reporting at Bakhtar News →
Reliability assessment
Three independent outlets corroborate the core event and specific details (cost, length, location, timeline, contractors) based on an official statement from the Ministry of Public Works. There are no conflicting reports across the sources.
The source language reads straight.
Across the newsrooms
Where reports agree
- All three sources confirm the signing of a reconstruction contract for the Aybak–Roy-e-Duab road in Samangan province.
- All sources report the exact contract value of 641,670,000 Afghanis.
- All sources agree the road is 20 kilometers long and connects Aybak city to Roy-e-Duab district.
- All sources state two construction companies were awarded the contract.
- All sources confirm a two-year timeline for project completion.
Where reports differ
- None. Minor transliteration variations of the district name (Roy-e-Duab/Roydowab/Ruyi Do Ab) and slight differences in the enumeration of project benefits do not constitute factual conflicts.
Filed by 3 outlets
Bakhtar News
Originating
Reported straight
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RTA
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Hurriyat
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Economy — Samangan Province, Ministry of Public Works, Aybak-Roy-e-Duab Road, Infrastructure Development, Afghanistan
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