During the war against USSR, Kohistani was one of the headquarters for Mujahidin. Kohistan is located at the crossroots with Parwan and Panjshir provinces.
Kohistani's role as a Mujahidin stronghold during the war against the Soviet Union highlights its importance in the region. Situated at the crossroads of Parwan and Panjshir, it played a key part in the conflict.