The first day of the 40-day harshest winter period ‘chillai kalan’ witnessed slight rain and an increase in temperature. ‘Chillai kalan’, which began today, will end on January 30. During this time, people keep their eyes on the mercury as life slows down and is dependent on the whims of the weather. The use of ‘kangris’ and generators is frequent during ‘chillai kalan’ as electricity is erratic and activity comes to a near-standstill. In villages, people use traditional methods to keep themselves warm. They cook on firewood and eat dried…
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