PDPA coup overthrows government in power in a political upheaval.

In 1978, the People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan (PDPA) orchestrated a coup d'état that resulted in the overthrow of the existing government. The PDPA, a Marxist-Leninist political party, sought to implement social and economic reforms in Afghanistan. The coup led to the establishment of a new government aligned with socialist ideologies, aiming to modernize the country and improve the status of marginalized groups. However, the abrupt political shift sparked opposition from various factions within Afghan society, leading to internal conflicts and instability. The PDPA-led government faced resistance from tribal leaders, religious conservatives, and rebel groups, ultimately plunging Afghanistan into a protracted period of civil war. The foreign intervention further complicated the conflict, with the Soviet Union subsequently deploying troops to support the PDPA regime. The coup and its aftermath had far-reaching consequences for Afghanistan, paving the way for the Soviet-Afghan War and the rise of the Taliban. The country witnessed widespread violence, human rights abuses, and the displacement of its population, leaving a legacy of turmoil that continues to impact the nation to this day. #PDPA #Afghanistan #CoupDetat #CivilWar #SovietInvasion