Kashmir Valley Comes Alive With Winter Festivals Amidst Snowfall And Cold Temperatures Kashmir Valley, known for its breathtaking landscapes, is embracing the winter season with a series of vibrant snow festivals aimed at uplifting the spirits of local residents facing hardships due to heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures. The army and local administration have joined forces to organize these events, bringing joy and positivity to the far-flung areas of the region. The festivities kicked off in the picturesque Lolab and Shopian districts, where hundreds of people of all ages gathered…
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Snowfall in Kashmir: From Gulmarg to Srinagar, the Valley is Covered
Fresh snowfall blankets Kashmir Srinagar, Jan 5: Kashmir experienced fresh snowfall on Sunday while the dense fog earlier in the day hit air traffic, leaving all flights at the Srinagar International Airport cancelled. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department (MeT) predicted scattered snowfall until Monday afternoon.Jammu and Kashmir tourism In addition to the higher reaches of Kashmir, snowfall was experienced in Gulmarg, Kokernag, Pahalgam, Srinagar, Kupwara, Baramulla, Sonamarg, and some other areas. The MeT officials here said that Gulmarg ski resort received 21 cm of snow, Kokernag 0.3 cm, Pahalgam 1.4 cm, Kupwara…
Read MoreBiting Cold Grips Kashmir Valley: Pahalgam Records -3.9°C, Srinagar Chills Below Zero
Jammu and Kashmir experienced a drop in night temperatures, plunging below freezing point on Sunday. The frigid temperatures have taken their toll on Kashmir’s lakes, with icy formations partially freezing parts of the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar. As the mercury plummeted, the struggle for access to essential resources became apparent, prompting residents to resort to lighting small fires around drinking water pipes to thaw them. The harsh conditions have presented significant challenges, necessitating creative solutions for coping with the freezing environment. According to Meteorological Department officials, Srinagar recorded a low…
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