End of long dry spell brings cheers in Kashmir

THE end of long dry spell and snowfall in upper reaches of Kashmir, especially in the world famous ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir, has brought smiles and cheers back on the faces of tourists and the tourism stakeholders in the Valley.

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The upper reaches of Kashmir including Gulmarg in north Kashmir, Sonamarg and Doodhpathri health resorts in central Kashmir have been experiencing snowfall since yesterday morning.

Director Meteorological department Kashmir Mukhtar Ahmed said there has been significant accumulation of snow at the upper reaches due to the snowfall.

He said Sonamarg has recorded over 8 inch snowfall while Gulmarg has experienced 5-6 inches of snowfall.

"The Gulmarg and other upper reaches are receiving light snowfall. Another Western Disturbance will hit J&K from tomorrow afternoon and there are chances of heavy snowfall in upper reaches and light to moderate in other places.