Construction work on a new international-standard cricket stadium has officially begun in the Alokhail area of Kabul province.
According to officials of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, the stadium will be built on 86 jeribs of land at a cost of $45 million and is expected to be fully completed and operational within the next six years.
Mumtaz Omrazi, an engineer with the Afghanistan Cricket Board, said: “Along with the main stadium, there will be two additional sub-stadiums, with an elevated structure and grass-covered seating areas for spectators.”
Some government officials say the authorities are committed to addressing sporting challenges and are providing full support for the development of sports in the country.
They also called on Afghan investors living abroad to invest domestically and contribute to the country’s reconstruction.
Abdul Wasea Khadem, Head of the Office of the Prime Minister, said: “We assure all domestic and overseas investors and traders that, alongside security, all government officials are ready to provide you with the necessary support and services.”
Meanwhile, Afghanistan Cricket Board officials stated that the stadium being built in Alokhail will meet international standards, and they plan to construct four similar stadiums in some central provinces in the future.
Afghanistan Cricket Board Chairman Mirwais Ashraf said: “Looking at the importance of this stadium, stars like Rashid Khan have reached world-famous venues from similar grounds, and we will strive to develop many more young talents from here.”
Officials also praised the recent achievements of Afghan cricketers and assured that the Islamic Emirate will continue to provide all possible support for the development of sports within its capacity.
