RASC News Agency: Last night, local sources reported a catastrophic fire that engulfed the center of Kunduz province with relentless ferocity. The initial spark originated in a dwelling known haji Rahmatullah, swiftly igniting nearby structures in its path. Prominent institutions including the Kunduz branch of Kabul Bank, a segment of Pashtani Bank, and the “Niazi” healthcare clinic fell victim to the infernal blaze, sustaining severe damages. Despite the endeavors to quell the flames, which commenced around the stroke of midnight, progress has been minimal. As of now, the toll in terms of human life and financial burdens remains shrouded in uncertainty.
It is imperative to acknowledge a recurrent pattern of conflagrations caused by electrical malfunctions and human negligence in various provinces. These occurrences have been harbingers of unimaginable loss of life and grave fiscal consequences. Presently, in Kunduz province, the Taliban faction is expending efforts to investigate the casualties and devastation inflicted by this particular fire. Nevertheless, it must be underscored that the Taliban group has grappled with challenges in managing comparable situations in the past. Indeed, there are multiple claims from diverse sources attributing the Taliban’s lackadaisical response during a seismic upheaval in Herat province to sheer neglect.
Within the broader context, it becomes evident that the Taliban officials encountered formidable obstacles when called upon to confront and oversee exigent circumstances. It is worth mentioning that corroborated reports suggest a distinct lack of prudence on their part in assembling a proficient rescue unit during the earthquake crisis that rocked Herat province.
