On 11 December 2025, a new 20,000‑liter water tower was officially commissioned in Hiloli Jamoat of Khuroson District to provide clean drinking water to the residents of Furughdeh village.
With the launch of this facility, over 1,000 residents, including 501 children, have gained access to safe drinking water. The water is extracted from a depth of 200 meters, ensuring high quality and reliability. Currently, 129 households are connected to the new water distribution network.
The opening ceremony was attended by Chairman of Khatlon Region Davlatali Said and Chairman of the Committee for Environmental Protection Sheralizoda Bahodur Ahmadjon.
Historical Background
The territory of Furughdeh village previously hosted a major distribution facility of the Republican Scientific‑Production Association “Tajiksilkhozhimia”.
The site included 4 warehouses for storing pesticides and mineral fertilizers.
In the late 1980s, one warehouse burned down; more than 1,000 tons of pesticide residues were buried on the site.
Currently, one warehouse remains; the other three are represented only by foundation traces.
Current Status
Identified 3 burial sites with an estimated total volume of 2,000 m³ (around 3,000 tons) of pesticide residues and contaminated construction materials.
Contaminated soil is estimated at 20,000 m³ (up to 30,000 tons).
Total area — 6 hectares, of which approximately 2 hectares are contaminated.
Full remediation will require the demolition of 3–4 residential houses.
Estimated cleanup cost: USD 1.5–2 million.
