Drinking Water Shortage in Kabul’s District Seven Becomes Ongoing Crisis

Residents of Kabul’s District Seven say the shortage of drinking water in the area has become a persistent crisis, continuing for months without an effective solution. According to them, this situation has severely impacted the daily lives of thousands of families.

Some residents report that to meet their families’ water needs, they are forced to transport drinking water from distant locations, a task that is both time-consuming and costly. They emphasize that this situation poses even greater challenges for children, women, and the elderly.

Drinking water, as one of the basic human necessities, plays a direct role in maintaining public health, and the ongoing shortage in the capital could have widespread social and health consequences. Urban experts have repeatedly warned that the lack of sustainable access to clean water increases the risk of disease outbreaks.

Although the Kabul Water Supply Directorate had previously announced plans for some projects to improve water access, residents of District Seven say these promises have yet to result in any concrete action. They urge the Taliban administration to act seriously and promptly to resolve this crisis and prioritize the fundamental needs of citizens.