Sorubi Recreational Park and its Social and Environmental Effect on the Region:

By: Eng. Mohammad Naeem Nekmal | Sorubi Economic Zone Project Manager

Recreational areas and resorts are one of the three basic necessities of man, namely work, rest and recreation. The resorts are said to be the places where people go on vacation for fun and exhaustion. The existence of recreational areas such as lush parks, gardens, agricultural farms, and gardens are extremely important not only for recreation but also for the protection of the environment and the beauty of urban areas.

 From the psychological point of view, recreation has a profound effect on the human psyche. Just as we need food in need of fun, having fun throughout the week helps keep our lives out of shape and alleviates mental depression, if recreation is not included in the division of life, the body becomes vulnerable and causes psychological damage, such as depression and boredom. The lack of complete security, poverty, and other social issues have made the culture of recreation in the country less.

Project Goals:

Objectives and components of the project are:

·         Establishment of public facilities.

·         Creating a healthier sanctuary for Kabul citizens and other visitors.

·         Encouraging the private sector to invest.

·         Revitalize and improve the sustainable environment.

·         Creating employment and source of sustained income and development of public facilities.

·         Reconstruction of sanctuary areas, whether natural or non-natural.

·         Better prospect and landscape in the area.

Related Sector

The project is directly related to the balanced development and the development of Sorubi economic zone to improve the level of economy of the country and the region.

Analyze and evaluate the past and present state of the sector in terms of quantity and quality.

·         Recent years in the urban the development sector has made good progress, on the other hand, technology and building materials are abundantly available. In the past, there have been many problems in this sector, which has led to urban planning not being fully implemented. 

·         Lack of green areas and purple trees in the area, which is in agreement with the microclimate of the area and still has a special beauty.

·         Environmental pollution such as water pollution and lack of sanitation, air pollution and traffic noise from urban traffic noise.

·         Lack of proper management of revenues and taxes.

·         Avoidance of birds and ducks as a result of environmental problems

·         Release of repairs near waterway

·         usurpation of government land

·         Lack of a safe recreational area for families

·         Lack of standard and safe recreational facilities

·         Existence of non-standard wooden and metal stands that reduce the beauty of the area

·         Lack of public internal traffic and congestion

·         Lack of strategic development plans for the present and future development of the site

The role and impact of the project in the development of other sectors and the national economy;

 Implementation of this project will help to make the country more fun. 
The project will eliminate the problem of standard amusement parks at the level of the capital zone. The project will address the basic human needs and provide an area for rest and relaxation. 
By creating a peaceful and green space, separate parks for esteemed families, youth and children, public service areas, restaurants, etc. will alleviate depression and depression.

Providing social justice with appropriate and equitable participation in the provision of social and public facilities

Environmental Benefits

Parks and recreation infrastructure and facilities promote conservation and environmental sustainability.

Parks facilities conserve natural resources and wildlife habitat, protect air and water quality, and preserve open space for current and future generations. Through stewardship activities, parks can involve the public in conservation efforts and increase awareness of environmental needs. Parks and open space conserves scenic vistas, maintains healthy ecosystems, and provides carbon‐reducing sustainable landscapes.

Social and Equity Benefits

Parks and recreation facilities also, provide social and equity benefits for community members.

Public parks provide equal access to all citizens regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or ability. Parks and recreation facilities can foster community pride, bring people together, create destination-oriented places, and connect people to each other and nature. “Pocket parks” are small outdoor spaces, often in urban areas, that provide active recreation opportunities for residents—including children—in underserved areas. According to an issue brief on pocket parks by the National Recreation and Park Association, successful parks have four key qualities. They are accessible, allow people to engage in activities, comfortable, and sociable places. These small parks may be created by transforming vacant lots, rooftops, or previously hardscape areas along sidewalks and active transportation routes.

About the Author


Project Manager / Economic Zone @ Capital Region Independent Development Authority.
Graduated from Kabul Polytechnic University in 2009 since then he has been working as a Site Engineer and quality control engineer, Project Manager, Construction Manager, QA engineer, Provincial manager, and Technical manager / Coordinator he has been mainly responsible for Training for MoE (Ministry of Education) Infrastructure Team engineers and making proposal for the project and mainly responsible for several ADB highway and Ring Road Projects in Afghanistan.