The tranquil valleys of Kashmir are adorned with a white blanket, akin to snowflakes nestled on the branches of the Chinar trees. The riverside shivers as Dal Lake transforms into ice, resembling a paradise with the views in Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonmarg offering tranquility. Fires are lit in street corners to provide warmth amidst the cold winds and falling snow from the sky.
The recent snowfall in the Kashmir valley has enveloped the entire area in white. Mountains and valleys are now draped in thick layers of snow, causing a significant drop in temperatures. Avalanches of picturesque snowfall are creating stunning vistas at tourist places such as Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam. Local authorities are deploying machines to clear the snow from roads and restore traffic.
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The snowfall is proving to be a boon for the tourism industry. Tourists from across the country and abroad are seen enjoying the snowy landscapes of Kashmir. Local hotels and businesses are bustling with activity.
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There is a buzz at iconic tourist spots like Gulmarg and Pahalgam, with tourists relishing the winter's beauty. The enchanting spectacle of snow-covered mountains is being captured by visitors, and children's laughter resonates in the air, turning the valley into a perfect winter wonderland, filled with joy and excitement.
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Life hasn't come to a standstill due to the snowfall. People are carefully navigating the icy roads, facing the winter bravely. Cars and buses move slowly over the snow-laden roads.
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There was heavy snowfall in the plains of South Kashmir, while moderate snowfall occurred in Central Kashmir. Officials mentioned light snowfall in the plains of North Kashmir. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed to traffic due to the snow, with snow clearance hampered in the Navayug Tunnel area.
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According to PTI, railway officials reported that the train services on the Banihal-Baramulla section were suspended due to heavy snow on the tracks. Airport officials stated that air traffic to and from Srinagar was affected, with flight operations suspended.
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Displaying heartwarming Kashmiri hospitality, locals on the Srinagar-Sonmarg highway opened the doors of a mosque in Gund to shelter a group of travelers from Punjab stranded due to heavy snowfall.
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Tasking district commissioners to personally oversee snow removal, Chief Minister Abdullah ordered 100% attendance of doctors and paramedical staff in district and sub-district hospitals. He also directed the Budgam deputy commissioner to coordinate with airport authorities for the assistance of stranded tourists.
