Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund inaugurated a crucial 500-kilovolt power line extension project, connecting Shabarghan to Alwan Desert and further to Arghandi area in Kabul province

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, inaugurated a crucial 500-kilovolt power line extension project, connecting Shabarghan to Alwan Desert and further to Arghandi area in Kabul province.  The ceremony, attended by distinguished cabinet members, private sector representatives, various government officials, and the residents of Baghlan, highlighted the commitment of the Islamic Emirate to achieve self-sufficiency and foster economic growth. Emphasizing the significance of electricity for the nation, Mullah Baradar Akhund stated that the Islamic Emirate prioritizes this sector and encouraged investors to contribute. The contract for completing the 500 KV line was awarded to Afghan Invest Company and Aufy Bahram Company for sections from Shabarghan to Alwan Desert and Alwan Desert to Arghandi, Kabul, respectively. Upon project completion, hundreds of megawatts will be transmitted through a 500-kilovolt line, ensuring electricity reaches southern provinces. This initiative is expected to save Afghanistan over $200 million annually in imported electricity costs. Mullah Baradar Akhund reassured citizens that the Islamic Emirate focuses on domestic electricity production for self-sufficiency, aiming to provide affordable power. Acknowledging the role of investors, Mullah Baradar Akhund urged them to invest honestly, becoming a valuable asset in achieving Afghanistan's self-sufficiency. The 500 KV power line project, upon completion, will import low-cost electricity from Turkmenistan, benefiting six million families and addressing electricity shortages in 12 provinces.