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This City Faces Catastrophic Water Crisis, Could Run Completely Dry By 2030
Last Updated: If current trends continue, Kabul's aquifers could be completely depleted by 2030, threatening the lives of its seven million residents. Water levels in Kabul's underground aquifers have dropped by up to 30 meters in the last decade owing to which nearly half of the city's boreholes- its main source of drinking water- have already dried up, experts warned. As extraction far exceeds natural recharge by 44 million cubic meters annually, millions in Kabul are at the risk of running out of water. If current trends continue, Kabul's aquifers could be completely depleted by 2030, threatening the lives of its seven million residents. 'No water means people leave their communities," Dayne Curry, Mercy Corps' Afghanistan country director, said. Groundwater Contamination Worsens Kabul's Crisis Adding to the challenge, up to 80% of Kabul's groundwater is contaminated with sewage, salinity, and arsenic, making it unsafe for consumption. Many households spend up to 30% of their income on water, and most have fallen into debt to afford it. Population Boom And Poor Governance Kabul's population has skyrocketed from under 1 million to 7 million since 2001, drastically increasing water demand. Weak regulation and governance have allowed private companies to dig wells and sell water at inflated prices, deepening the crisis. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: June 07, 2025, 20:41 IST
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