Shah Aw Aros dam reaches its maximum capacity due to recent rainfalls

As per the Ministry of Water and Power, the reservoir of the Shah Aw Aros dam, situated in the Shakar Dri district of Kabul, has filled up completely and the dam structure has endured the pressure. Mr. Mutiullah Abid, the ministry’s spokesperson, mentioned that the excess water from the dam is being utilized for agricultural irrigation purposes.

Abid further informed that nearly 99 percent of the dam’s construction has been successfully completed, with the ongoing progress focused on constructing the power house. Once completed, the power house is expected to generate electricity with a capacity of 1.2 megawatts.

This remarkable achievement has brought immense satisfaction to the ministry and the local community. The utilization of wastewater for agricultural irrigation contributes to enhanced agricultural productivity and sustainable water resource management.