Photos | Lack of snow in Gulmarg prompts tourists to cancel holidays

The lack of snow created a sombre atmosphere in popular tourist destinations such as Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam.

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By hindustantimes.com | Written by Chayanika Das
Published on Jan 16, 2024 01:20 pm IST 8 Photos
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Gulmarg in Kashmir, known for being one of the world's highest ski resorts, is currently experiencing a dry spell. This has led to a decline in visitors, as skiers are opting to skip the resort. The lack of snow has also impacted the local hotels, which are eagerly awaiting fresh snowfall to attract tourists seeking the scenic beauty of snow-capped peaks.(AP)
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The resort town in Indian-administered Kashmir is grappling with a shortage of snow caused by unseasonably dry weather. (AP)
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The absence of snowfall has resulted in the cancellation of hotel bookings, particularly in Gulmarg. (AP)

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Hotels in the region are eagerly anticipating fresh snowfall to attract tourists seeking the panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. (AP)
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Scientists have noted that the current winter conditions in northern India, characterized by the absence of snowfall in the mountains and intensified cold compounded by thick fog in the plains, have not been observed for approximately a decade. (AP)

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