Kabul, Aug. 2 -- Residents across several districts of Kabul are raising concerns over persistent and worsening electricity outages, with some claiming they receive less than six hours of power per day, reported Tolo News.

"We are not satisfied with the electricity service. The bills arrive quickly, but the power doesn't. The nights are hot--while adults can cope, children suffer greatly from the heat and mosquitoes," said Aqa Shirin, a resident of the 22nd district.

Abdul Qadir, who lives in Kabul's 8th district, shared a similar grievance. "Power problems are serious. I work during the day, and when I come home at night, electricity is only available for part of the night."

Tolo News reported that citizens have called on the national...