The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) has raised concerns over the rapid urban expansion in Afghanistan, warning that continued unplanned growth could push the future of urban life in the country into crisis.<\/p>\n
In a message shared on social media, UN-Habitat emphasized that urban growth can only lead to progress if it follows a long-term plan that considers the basic needs of residents. Without such planning, it warned, the result will be increased social inequality, limited access to public services, and environmental degradation.<\/p>\n
Currently, many Afghan cities\u2014especially Kabul, Herat, Mazar-i-Sharif, and Jalalabad\u2014are experiencing uncontrolled residential expansion. This unregulated development is reportedly poorly managed due to the absence of specialized administrative bodies and inactive city councils under Taliban governance.<\/p>\n
UN-Habitat stated that properly managed urban development can offer improved access to services, reduce social disparities, and create healthier living environments for all residents.<\/p>\n
More than two years since the Taliban regained power, the process of rebuilding urban planning institutions has come to a halt. Most urban decisions are now made without public involvement or consultation with experts, sparking serious concerns about the future organization and sustainability of Afghanistan\u2019s cities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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