SOCIETY — June 26, 2026
World Food Programme Distributes Enriched Biscuits to 172,000 Students in Afghanistan
The shipment, backed by Indonesia, traveled 15,000 kilometers despite border closures and logistical hurdles to assist students facing economic hardship and access restrictions.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Amu TV — 2 min read

The World Food Programme has distributed enriched biscuits to 172,000 students in Afghanistan. This effort is designed to support young learners who are confronting economic hardship as well as restrictions that limit their access to education and adequate food.
The shipment of these biscuits was made possible with the support of Indonesia. It traveled a total distance of 15,000 kilometers, crossing areas with closed borders and navigating through disrupted transportation routes to reach its destination.
Humanitarian organizations continue to encounter significant obstacles when attempting to deliver aid to Afghanistan. These include border closures and various logistical problems that hinder the smooth transfer of supplies.
Such distributions are part of broader initiatives aimed at helping students maintain their health and continue their studies under challenging circumstances. The involvement of international partners like Indonesia underscores the collaborative nature of these humanitarian operations.
Despite the difficulties, aid agencies persist in their work to provide essential nutritional support to vulnerable groups within the country. The enriched biscuits are intended to offer vital nutrients to the recipients.
The program reflects ongoing attempts to address food insecurity among school-aged children in Afghanistan. By providing these biscuits, the World Food Programme seeks to make a positive impact on the daily lives of thousands of students.
Logistical challenges remain a key concern for all parties involved in aid delivery. Overcoming these requires careful planning and coordination across long distances and complex terrains.
This particular shipment demonstrates the lengths to which organizations will go to ensure that assistance reaches those in need.
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