Infrastructure projects for peace and stability in Khorog, Tajikistan
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
Tajikistan · 3 August 2020 · 1 min
AKDN / Christopher Wilton-Steer
This page is also available inAll development programmes are designed to contribute to peace and stability in one way or another, but the Aga Khan Foundation’s (AKF) Critical Infrastructure to Contribute to Stability and Peace in Khorog (IcSP) programme focuses on improving public infrastructure and services. In the process, it hopes to strengthen confidence among inhabitants in local authorities while generating temporary employment opportunities through construction work.
A playground and sports stadium is being constructed in Khorog’s Tirchid area as part of an infrastructure programme designed to nurture peace and stability in the city.
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Under the IcSP project, the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH) is constructing six playgrounds/sports stadiums, a riverbank protection project in Sharifobod area, a water supply system for the Bizmich neighbourhood, and a new school in Saidmir Abdurahmonov Street. The construction of all projects, which started in October 2019, is to be completed by the end of March 2021.
On a recent visit, the AKDN’s Residential Representative to Tajikistan, Mr Qozidavlat Qoimdodov, remarked that “the work that is being done is great” but went on to say, “What is more important is that you made sure to use mainly local materials in the construction and worked with local specialists.”
In fact, for the construction works, AKAH contracted 18 local accredited design and construction companies, thereby providing jobs for over 350 people.
The IcSP project is funded by the European Union and is implemented by AKF, AKAH and the Mountain Societies Development Support Programme (MSDSP) in close partnership with the local government.
The Critical Infrastructure to Contribute to Stability and Peace in Khorog (IcSP) programme focuses on improving public infrastructure and services, like this new construction at a school.
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For further information, please contact: AKF Partnerships Officer at: rayhon.jonbekova@akdn.org and AKAH Communications at akahcommunications@akdn.org