Kamal Khan Dam power turbines successfully tested

The Ministry of Energy and Water of Afghanistan has announced the successful testing of the Kamal Khan Dam’s power turbines. In a report published on Monday, June 10, the ministry stated that the initial phase of testing the Kamal Khan Dam’s power turbines and transformers has been completed. According to this report, the initial testing […]

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The Ministry of Energy and Water of Afghanistan has announced the successful testing of the Kamal Khan Dam’s power turbines.

In a report published on Monday, June 10, the ministry stated that the initial phase of testing the Kamal Khan Dam’s power turbines and transformers has been completed.

According to this report, the initial testing was successful, and the turbines and transformers of the Kamal Khan Dam have been activated on a trial basis after installation.

It is worth mentioning that after the remaining work for power production from the Kamal Khan Dam is completed, the dam’s power turbines will be permanently activated.

The Kamal Khan Dam, constructed on the Helmand River in Nimroz, has a storage capacity of 52 million cubic meters of water and is designed to produce six megawatts of electricity.

Afghanistan’s trans-border water resources have been a longstanding issue with its neighboring countries, Iran and Pakistan.

The Helmand River, which flows from Afghanistan into Iran, has been a point of contention between the two countries.

Iran has often expressed concerns over reduced water flow into its territories, which has affected agriculture and livelihoods in the Sistan and Baluchestan regions. Afghanistan, on the other hand, seeks to utilize its water resources for domestic development, including irrigation and electricity generation.

The situation with Pakistan is similar concerning the Kunar River, which flows from Afghanistan into Pakistan. There have been disputes over the utilization of the Kunar River’s waters, with both countries having plans for hydroelectric projects.

These projects often lead to disagreements over water rights and distribution, affecting bilateral relations and regional cooperation on water management.

Efforts to address these issues have included various diplomatic talks and agreements, but long-term solutions have remained elusive. Effective transboundary water management requires cooperation and mutual agreements to ensure sustainable usage and benefits for all parties involved.

This includes developing joint frameworks for water sharing, building infrastructure that benefits both sides and mitigating the impacts of climate change on water availability.

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