TALOQAN (Pajhwok): Local officials and influential persons in northern Takhar province termed electricity shortage a huge problem in the province and asked relevant authorities to address this issue by constructing hydro power projects.
During a meeting with the acting Energy and Water Minister Mullah Abdul Latif Mansour they stressed over proper water management in the province.
Takhar Governor Mawlavi Obaidulllah Aminzada, said water management and control was the responsibility of an independent government.
He said for this purposed government should continue the fortification work on Amu River bank and construction of retaining walls.
Mawlavi Aminzada said enough river water available . . .
