August 08 2026: The Chief Executive Officer of the National Development Corporation (NDC), Abdul Rahman Attash, inspected the execution and progress of major infrastructure projects in Nangarhar and Kunar provinces during an official visit to the eastern zone.
Accompanied by the Governor of Nangarhar, Mr. Attash evaluated the ongoing construction and developmental activities of the 600-bed Eastern Regional Health Complex and the Speen jumat (White Mosque) in Nangarhar province.
As part of his itinerary, the NDC head also traveled to Kunar province, where he closely monitored the construction progress of the 200-bed Kunar Provincial Hospital.
During these field visits, Mr. Attash engaged with project directors and site engineers, emphasizing strict adherence to high-quality standards, technical specifications, and project deadlines. He issued necessary directives to the technical teams to further expedite operations.
The National Development Corporation is currently executing multiple large-scale infrastructure projects across various regions of the country, striving to complete all assignments on schedule and in full compliance with quality benchmarks.

4 Aug 2026: Abdul Rahman Attash, CEO of the National Development Corporation (NDC), accompanied by a technical delegation, visited Paktika province to closely inspect and evaluate the ongoing construction and developmental progress of the Paltoni Dam project.
During the visit, the CEO inspected various components of the dam and held discussions with project officials and site engineers regarding the progress, quality, and pace of the operations. Mr. Attash emphasized the high quality of work, adherence to technical standards, and execution of this major national project according to the scheduled timeline. He further issued the necessary instructions to the relevant teams to accelerate the pace of work.
Project officials and field engineers provided the CEO with comprehensive updates regarding ongoing activities, design implementation, and quality assurance, reassuring him that all operations are progressing in accordance with international engineering standards.
It is worth noting that the Paltoni Dam project plays a crucial role in water management, agricultural development, and environmental conservation in Paktika province. The dam has a storage capacity of 25 million cubic meters of water. Upon completion, it will irrigate 2,500 hectares of agricultural land and generate 1 megawatt of electricity.

April 27, 2026: A high-ranking delegation from the IEA, led by the Honorable Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock, conducted an official visit to the ongoing operations of the Qosh Tepa National Canal. The delegation closely monitored the progress of various segments of this landmark national project.

The delegation, headed by the Honorable Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock, Mawlawi Ataullah Omari, included the Honorable Sheikh Noorulhaq Anwar, Director General of the Administrative Office of the Emirate; Honorable Abdul Rahman Attash, CEO of the National Development Corporation (NDC); Honorable Mujib-ur-Rahman Omar Akhundzada, Deputy Minister of Water at the Ministry of Energy and Water; Honorable Mawlawi Ahrar, representative of the Economic Deputy of the Prime Minister’s Office; and several technical experts.

During the visit, the Honorable Minister Mawlawi Ataullah Omari described proper water management as a vital necessity for strengthening the nation’s agricultural sector. He characterized the current performance of the National Development Corporation as an unprecedented milestone in the country’s history and reaffirmed full cooperation toward the project’s completion.

Furthermore, the Director General of the Administrative Office of the Emirate, Honorable Sheikh Noorulhaq Anwar, described the ongoing work on the Qosh Tepa Canal as highly effective for national development. He lauded the tireless efforts of the National Development Corporation’s leadership, calling the canal a critical shift toward economic stability and self-sufficiency, while pledging continued support and cooperation from the Administrative Office.

Additionally, the Deputy Minister of Water, Honorable Mujib-ur-Rahman Omar Akhundzada, termed the project a fundamental step in national water management. He stated that the implementation of such large-scale national projects would fully harness Afghanistan’s water resources for the prosperity and agricultural flourishing of the country.

Meanwhile, Mawlawi Ahrar, representing the Economic Deputy of the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that this project would strengthen Afghanistan’s economic position at the regional level and play a fundamental role in increasing national revenue.

Expressing his gratitude for the delegation’s visit, the CEO of the National Development Corporation, Honorable Abdul Rahman Attash, provided assurances that technical teams are working at an accelerated pace. He emphasized that the remaining tasks are being completed in full compliance with national and international standards.

Notably, the excavation work for Phase Two of the Qosh Tepa Canal is nearing completion. Currently, construction is underway on 28 bridges and various water-control structures along the canal’s route, which, upon completion, will extend the waters of the Amu Darya to the Andkhoy district of Faryab province.

The delegation, headed by Mr Maulvi Ahmad Jan Bilal, Director General of State – Owned Companies, included Mr. Abdul Rahman Attash, CEO of the National Development Corporation (NDC), as well as representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a technical team from the NDC.

During various meetings with officials from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Agriculture, and Industry of Belarus, the Afghan delegation discussed bilateral political, economic, and commercial issues, describing such interactions as beneficial for both nations.

Furthermore, during the visit, the Afghan delegation held constructive meetings and negotiations with state enterprises and major industrial corporations in Belarus. This included visits to MAZ, BELAZ, MTZ, AMKODOR, the National Academy of Sciences, the Minsk Electrotechnical Plant, AVGUST, the State Chemical Fertilizer Administration, and several livestock farms under the Ministry of Agriculture.

During these meetings, both sides agreed to strengthen and expand bilateral cooperation and technical relations in the fields of industrial and agricultural machinery, construction materials, food security, public health, and professional education.

Nov 12, 2025, The Chief Executive of the National Development Corporation (NDC), Mr. Abdulrahman Atash, led a high-level delegation to Nangarhar Province to assess progress on several key national development projects.

During the visit, the NDC CEO met with the Provincial Governor, Mullah Mohammad Naeem Akhund, and held discussions on accelerating infrastructure development and improving service delivery in the region.

The visit was also attended by Haji Ahmad, Deputy Minister of Finance, along with senior NDC officials. The delegation conducted an on-site inspection of the Eastern Health Complex, one of the most significant healthcare projects in eastern Afghanistan.

Mr. Atash underscored the importance of the project for enhancing healthcare services in the region, stressing that quality and timely completion remain top priorities. He instructed local engineers and project managers to maintain high construction standards and ensure efficient use of resources.

The CEO and his team also visited the Spin Mosque project in Jalalabad City, where Mr. Atash announced that the remaining construction work will resume shortly. He reaffirmed NDC’s commitment to mobilize all necessary resources to complete the project within the scheduled timeframe.

According to project officials, the Eastern Health Complex is currently 52% complete, with steady progress being made across multiple sections of the facility.

October 29, 2025: With the second phase of the Qosh Tepa Canal excavation approaching completion, Mawlawi Ahmad Jan Bilal, Chairman of Emirati Companies, and Abdul Rahman Atash, Chief Executive Officer of the National Development Corporation (NDC), led a high-level delegation to the northern provinces to assess the progress of this major national project.

During the visit, Mr. Atash and his technical team inspected the canal’s dam, Phase Two excavation works, and other critical components, closely monitoring the ongoing activities on-site. He expressed satisfaction with the overall progress and urged project officials to ensure that all works are executed professionally, in accordance with the approved technical standards, plans, and timelines—so that the project’s key milestones are achieved without delay.

Meanwhile, Mawlawi Ahmad Jan Bilal also toured the site and emphasized that the primary objectives of this landmark national initiative are the equitable management of Afghanistan’s water resources, the enhancement of agricultural productivity, and the improvement of local economic conditions.

He commended the quality and pace of the work, noting that the Qosh Tepa Canal represents a historic opportunity for Afghanistan’s long-term economic growth. He further stressed the importance of collective responsibility and cooperation to ensure its successful completion.

At present, construction on the dam is approximately 85% complete, while excavation and filling works for Phase Two have reached around 95% completion. Additionally, several bridges and water control structures along the canal’s route are under active construction.

The Qosh Tepa Canal Project is one of Afghanistan’s most significant and strategic development undertakings. Originating from the Amu River, the canal will supply water to thousands of hectares of farmland across Balkh, Jowzjan, and Faryab provinces—helping to alleviate water scarcity. Once completed, it is expected to substantially increase agricultural output, improve rural livelihoods, and promote the equitable and sustainable management of the nation’s water resources.