ECONOMY — June 15, 2026
Public Works Minister Evaluates Farah-Farah Rud Road Project
The road spans 61.25 kilometers with a width of 11.2 meters and features retaining walls and canals, providing a critical connection between the Abu Nasr Farahi port and the Kabul-Kandahar highway.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — 2 min read
Mullah Mohammad Isa Thani, the Minister of Public Works, visited the southwest zone to evaluate the progress, quality, and technical standards of the Farah-Farah Rud road reconstruction project. He instructed engineers, officials, and technical teams to complete the Farah-Farah Rud road project in a standard manner within the specified timeframe.
The road is 61.25 kilometers long and 11.2 meters wide, including shoulders. It features artificial structures, small bridges, 600 meters of retaining walls, and nearly 2,000 meters of roadside canals.
This infrastructure serves as a key transport link connecting multiple provinces to Farah. It also links the Abu Nasr Farahi port with the Kabul-Kandahar highway and holds special economic and commercial importance.
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