Camp Shaheen in Mazar-e-Sharif is no ordinary camp. It has been built to train Afghan security personnel to diffuse bombs. This is an essential part of the security system as bombs are commonly known to have torn apart lives in mainland Afghanistan, especially since the Taliban turned rebel in the recent past. So with a constant threat of explosions looming over, students at Camp Shaheen in Mazar-e-Sharif are trained about how to diffuse a bomb when they come across one.

For the students of this camp, it is a chance to serve their country. Nothing gives them as much pride as being of service to their motherland and their fellow citizens. As a result, a young student, Lal Mohammed (seen here) is risking his live to diffuse a bomb in order to ascertain whether or not he is an established specialist in the department. With proper training and guidance, the students are able to tackle even tricky situations where the Taliban insert additional firing mechanisms in bombs to ensure a successful impact. The authorities have collaborated with foreign experts who personally come and train the students at the camp.

With the war-like conditions drawing to an end, normal life is slowly crawling back in Afghanistan. Unfortunately though, incidents of violence continue to act as potholes on the road to peace and harmony. However, with the help of people like Lal Mohammad, the citizens of this war torn can live in peace and hope for less instances of bomb blasts and bloodshed. 

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