Deputy Minister professional of the MOHIA Inspects Construction Progress of Balkh Waqf Commercial Market in Mazar-e-Sharif
Friday, 4 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 AH, corresponding to 24 Mizan 1405 SH
The Deputy Minister professional of the MOHIA, the Honorable Mawlawi Hafiz Mohammad Hamid Hasib, led a delegation on a visit to inspect the ongoing construction of the Balkh Waqf Commercial Market in Mazar-e-Sharif and assess the project's progress firsthand.
The large waqf commercial market is being constructed on six (6) arc of land in the central area of Mazar-e-Sharif, adjacent to the Holy Shrine. Approximately ten (10) months ago, the foundation stone of the project was laid by the Honorable Sheikh-ul-Hadith, Senior Researcher Dr. Noor Mohammad Saqib, Minister of MOHIA, in the presence of several senior officials of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. To date, approximately fifty percent (50%) of the construction work has been completed.
The waqf commercial market is being constructed in a modern and comprehensive manner by two private contracting companies. The eight-story complex is being built at a cost of 742 million Afghanis and will comprise 878 shops, a mosque covering an area of 600 square meters, four modern restaurants, a standard vehicle parking facility, and other essential amenities.
During the visit, the Deputy Minister professional held discussions with project officials and engineers regarding construction progress, quality standards, and work implementation procedures. He emphasized the importance of strictly adhering to construction and technical standards, ensuring the systematic implementation of the work, and making every effort to complete the project within the timeline.
Upon completion and commencement of operations, this major waqf commercial market is expected not only to contribute positively to the beautification and development of Mazar-e-Sharif but also to create employment opportunities for thousands of compatriots, facilitate commercial activities for the public, and significantly increase waqf revenues. In accordance with Islamic Sharia principles, these revenues will be utilized to support charitable and public-benefit initiatives.
