What industries were developed in Kabul during the 20th century?

During the first half of the 20th century, Kabul underwent a process of modernization that included investments in various industrial enterprises. Notable developments from this period included the establishment of textile mills and a mechanized brick-production plant.1

By the 1960s, the Bagrāmi area, located east of the city, was specifically designated as an industrial zone to further support these manufacturing efforts. While these initiatives marked a significant step in the city's economic development, many of these facilities were later impacted by decades of conflict, which left numerous factories idle or in ruins.1