MAZAR-I-SHARIF (Pajhwok): Recent tensions over the appointment of the new police chief for northern Balkh province have impinged on preparations for Nawroz (Afghan New Year) festival, residents of say.
Inhabitants of Mazar-i-Sharif, the provincial capital, and the authorities concerned confirmed the number of people visiting the city for participation in the celebrations has drastically fallen this year.
Information and Culture Department officials say the annual festival marking the start of the Afghan solar year would be traditionally marked in Mazar-i-Sharif . . .
