Local sources in Logar province report a significant decline in drinking water levels in several areas, raising concerns about a severe drought. On Monday, 16 June 2025, sources noted that the water level, previously accessible at a depth of 45 meters, has now plummeted to 180 meters. This drastic reduction has created serious challenges for hundreds of families, exacerbating the region’s water scarcity crisis.
The declining water levels have forced residents in some areas to travel long distances, often tens of kilometers, to secure drinking water. Using carts or animals, locals undertake these arduous journeys, which sources describe as “extremely difficult and exhausting.” The situation underscores the growing burden on communities struggling to meet basic water needs.
Residents of Logar warn that without urgent intervention, the crisis could force many families to abandon their homes. The lack of accessible drinking water threatens the livelihoods and stability of entire communities, highlighting the need for immediate action to address the worsening situation.
International organizations have previously raised alarms about Afghanistan’s water scarcity, particularly in Kabul, where water levels are decreasing annually. Without a fundamental solution, Kabul risks becoming a city without water by 2030. Compounding the issue, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) recently reported that nearly one-third of the country’s population lacks access to safe drinking water, emphasizing the nationwide scale of the crisis.
