Herat: The Afghan power company Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS) has signed contracts worth about 41 million U.S. dollars to develop critical electricity infrastructure in western Herat province, the company said on Saturday. The contracts encompass three key projects, including extending transmission lines and constructing substations.

According to Namibia Press Agency, officials stated that the projects are slated for completion within two years and will significantly enhance and stabilize Herat’s electricity infrastructure. Afghanistan faces a persistent power shortage, relying heavily on electricity imports from neighboring countries.