Irrigation system to get badly needed repair in Wardak province

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

06.11.2009

Courtesy Story

U.S. Forces Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan — Potable water will soon once again flow in and around Sayed-Abad, Wardak province, thanks to repairs to the district's irrigation system.

The governor of Wardak, Mohammad Halim Fidai, the Sayed-Abad deputy governor, and numerous village elders took part in a groundbreaking ceremony for the repair project, June 10.

The security provided by The Afghan Public Protection Force allowed the government to begin repairing the infrastructure.

The Afghan Public Protection Force is an Afghan-led program that provides enhanced security to designated districts in key provinces, bringing greater stability and strengthened - community development.

The total cost of the irrigation project was $75,531. When repaired, the irrigation system will provide potable water to several locations in and around Sayed-Abad, including the district center, a bazaar, an Afghan national army station, a local mosque, and clinic.

All materials and labor required for the repair were provided by local merchants and residents. Now that the citizens have joined the Guardians, this development project will be just the first among many that will follow as the Afghan Public Protection Program progresses in Sayed-Abad.

• Date Taken: 06.11.2009
• Date Posted: 06.11.2009 19:39
• Story ID: 34925
• Location: KABUL, AF