SOCIETY — June 19, 2026
Construction of Four Intersections Completed in Mazar-i-Sharif City
Mayor Hafiz Abdul Rahman Hemat said work on the remaining intersections is progressing rapidly in cooperation with traders and private companies.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — 2 min read

The municipality of Mazar-i-Sharif has completed the construction and rehabilitation of four intersections within the city. These intersections have been handed over for use by the public. This development marks the first phase of a broader initiative involving multiple locations across Mazar-i-Sharif.
According to Mayor Hafiz Abdul Rahman Hemat, the municipality has started work on a total of 22 intersections. Four of these have been finished, and efforts on the remaining ones are advancing at a rapid pace. The mayor highlighted the progress during recent announcements regarding urban development.
Work has also begun on rehabilitating an intersection located in the sixth district of the city. This particular project is part of the ongoing efforts to enhance various parts of Mazar-i-Sharif.
The intersection projects are being carried out through cooperation with traders and private companies. This partnership is intended to contribute to the beautification of the city and the improvement of urban order and infrastructure.
Residents of Mazar-i-Sharif have expressed positive reactions to these projects. They have noted that the developments help in improving the overall beauty of the city, establishing better traffic order, and reducing instances of disorder in the urban areas.
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