Early Snowfall Blankets Pahalgam and Aru Valley as Pir Panjal Farmers Face Harsh Realities

Early Snowfall Blankets Pahalgam and Aru Valley as Pir Panjal Farmers Face Harsh Realities

The beauty of early snow is undeniable, but Kashmir’s shifting weather patterns reveal a deeper story—one of breathtaking landscapes, fragile livelihoods, and climate uncertainty. By: Javid Amin | 07 October 2025 Winter comes early, and the valley reacts On crisp mornings in Srinagar and the valleys beyond, an early snowline rewrites the season. Within days of rain and a sharp fall in temperatures, meadows that usually glitter in autumnal gold turned to silver: Gulmarg’s slopes, Pahalgam’s meadows, Daksum’s oak pockets and the intimate Aru Valley were dusted with snow. Tourists…

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Aru Valley: A hidden gem for nature lovers and adventure seekers

Aru Valley: A hidden gem for nature lovers and adventure seekers

Aru Valley: A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Kashmir’s Natural Splendor By: Javid Amin Nestled amidst the majestic mountains and serenaded by a gushing rivulet, Aru Valley has become a magnet for both local and foreign tourists seeking solace in the lap of nature. Located just 12 kilometers from Pahalgam, Aru Valley serves as a gateway to the famed Kolahoi glacier. Renowned for its breathtaking ice-fed streams, pristine lakes, dense pine forests, challenging mountain trails, and awe-inspiring glaciers, Aru Valley has established itself as a trekker’s paradise, with a…

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