Consultative Meeting Held in Kabul to Prevent Natural Disasters
The National Disaster Management Authority held a consultative meeting in Kabul with the participation of district representatives and tribal elders to discuss measures for preventing natural disasters.
Nooruddin Turabi, the acting head of the authority, stated that in addition to the emergency budget, funds will also be allocated to assist those affected by disasters.
During the meeting, Nooruddin Turabi said, “We hope that Amir-ul-Mu’minin will cooperate with us in this regard.”
Janan Sayiq, the spokesperson for the National Disaster Management Authority, mentioned that this meeting was convened based on a directive from the leader of the Islamic Emirate to initiate projects aimed at preventing natural disasters.
Sayiq stated, “According to the decree of Amir-ul-Mu’minin, we must implement preventive projects in all provinces and resolve the problems of our fellow citizens.”
Kabul Governor Amanullah Obaid, who also attended the meeting, assured that existing challenges in the capital would be addressed. He emphasized that citizens should cooperate with the Islamic Emirate in efforts to reform society.
The governor of Kabul added, “We ask everyone to provide full cooperation in this matter. All of you in your villages and districts should strive for the betterment of society.”
Some district representatives present at the meeting pointed out that natural disasters cause financial losses and even human casualties every year. They stressed the need to mitigate these risks as much as possible. Water scarcity in Kabul was another critical issue highlighted during the discussion.
Sayed Atiqullah Hashimi, a resident of Char Asiab, said, “The people of Char Asiab suggest that if practical work on this dam begins, it will not only solve Kabul’s drinking water problem but also irrigate thousands of hectares of land.”
Several other participants urged the National Disaster Management Authority to build check dams, construct retaining walls, rehabilitate water reservoirs, and reconstruct roads and schools.
Lutfullah, a resident of Kalakan, said, “We feel at risk that one day there might be no drinking water left in this area. We are facing water shortages, and we request urgent attention to this issue.”
In recent years, Afghan citizens have been struggling with droughts due to climate change, while in some regions, flash floods have caused severe damage, particularly affecting farmers.
