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As we enter the season known for its heightened probability of snowfall, particularly in the higher reaches, the anticipation for winter’s scenic charm is met with an unusual scenario. Despite this period traditionally marking the peak of snowfall, many hilly states, including Kashmir and Himachal, have experienced minimal to no snowfall so far. Few weeks ago, light to moderate snowfall graced the upper reaches of the Kashmir valley and other mountainous areas. As we eagerly await the first snowfall of the year in the Himalayas, let’s reminisce about the captivating visuals captured during the previous snowfall, preserving the enchanting essence of the winter landscape.
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Tourists at a frozen stream, at Chandanwari in Anantnag district, Sunday. Several parts of Kashmir recorded minimum temperature below the freezing point as ‘Chilla-i-Kalan’, a 40-day period of harsh winter, grips the valley. (PTI Photo)
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Gulmarg receives a blanket of fresh snowfall, bringing a touch of winter magic to the region. The picturesque landscape, adorned in a pristine white coat, transforms Gulmarg into a snowy wonderland. Notably, Kashmir has been grappling with an extended period of dry weather, marked by a significant 79 per cent deficit in rainfall for the month of December. (Express photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
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Fresh snowfall in Gulmarg. No snowfall was noted in most of the plain areas of Kashmir, while the upper reaches of the valley have received lesser than usual amount of snow. (Express photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
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Vehicles move along Mughal road in Shopian district after Fresh Snowfall in Pir Panjal Range during last snowfall of 2023. (Express photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
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Against the picturesque backdrop of the Pir Panjal Range, vehicles gracefully traverse the Mughal road in Shopian district following the most recent snowfall in 2023. The pristine white landscape, adorned with a fresh layer of snow, transforms the journey along this scenic route into a captivating experience. (Express photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
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Tourists play with snow at the Koksar in Lahaul and Spiti district. (PTI Photo)
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Tourists at a resort near north portal of Atal Tunnel, near Manali, Sunday. (PTI Photo)
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Tourists at an ice-skating rink at Lakkar Bazar, in Shimla. (PTI Photo)
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A thin layer of ice formed on the surface of the Dal Lake here on Monday and other water bodies in Kashmir due to the intense cold wave that is gripping the region. (PTI Photo)
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