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The silent valleys of Kashmir have covered themselves with a white blanket, snow has spread on the branches of Chinar like cotton wool. There is chill on the banks of the river, the water of Dal Lake has turned into ice, the views of Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg are no less than heaven, there is coolness in every breath, cold winds and snow raining from the sky are giving a feeling of peace. . Bonfires are burning in the streets for warmth.
Let us tell you that the snowfall in Kashmir Valley has covered the entire area in a white sheet. A thick layer of snow has spread from the mountains to the valleys, due to which a huge drop in temperature has been recorded. A spectacular view of snowfall is being seen at tourist places like Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam. The local administration has deployed machines to remove snow from the roads and restore traffic.
Snowfall is proving to be a boon for the tourism industry. Tourists from India and abroad are seen enjoying the snowy valleys of Kashmir. Local hotels and businesses have become more vibrant.
Activity has increased at the famous tourist places of Kashmir including Gulmarg and Pahalgam, tourists are enjoying the beauty of winter. Tourists are capturing the breathtaking view of snow covered mountains. Children’s laughter is echoing in the air, snowfall has transformed the valley into a perfect wonderland, filling the atmosphere with happiness and enthusiasm.
The snowfall has not brought daily life to a standstill, with people braving the cold and making their way through the snowy roads with caution. Cars and buses are moving slowly on the snowy roads.
Heavy snowfall was recorded in the plains of South Kashmir, while moderate snowfall was observed in the plains of Central Kashmir. Officials said that there was light snowfall in the plains of North Kashmir. Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed for traffic due to snowfall. Due to heavy snowfall in Navayug Tunnel, snow removal work was disrupted.
According to PTI, railway officials said that train services were suspended on the Banihal-Baramulla section due to heavy snow accumulation on the tracks. Airport officials said that air traffic to and from Srinagar was also affected and flight operations were also suspended.
In a heart-warming display of Kashmiri hospitality, locals of Gund on the Srinagar-Sonamarg highway opened the doors of a mosque to provide shelter to a group of travelers from Punjab stranded due to heavy snowfall.
Instructing the Deputy Commissioners to personally monitor the snow removal work, Chief Minister Abdullah ordered to ensure 100 percent presence of doctors and paramedical staff in the district and sub-district hospitals. He issued instructions to the Deputy Commissioner of Budgam to coordinate with the airport authorities to assist the stranded tourists.