Gulmarg, a famend vacationer spot in north Kashmir, was blanketed in a number of ft of snow, confirmed beautiful drone footage, with temperatures plummeting to a number of levels under freezing level for the previous 72 hours and a low minus 7.0 levels Celsius recorded on Sunday.

The snowfall has pressured the cancellation of all flights from Srinagar airport for the day.

The site visitors motion can also be gradual because the roads are slippery. Authorities are clearing snow from roads in order that vehicular motion is feasible.

Winter snow coated tress, and pathways, confirmed the video.

#WATCH | J&K’s Gulmarg coated in a thick blanket of snow as snowfall continues within the area.

(Drone visuals from Gulmarg) pic.twitter.com/gQzB9WT8Pe

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Celebrated for its enchanting landscapes, Gulmarg is a well-liked snowboarding vacation spot and attracts vacationers from all around the world.

“We have loads and loads of snow. We’re just enjoying it, it’s amazing and we are expecting some more snow. So come to Gulmarg and enjoy skiing. It’s an amazing sport for physical fitness–for the legs, core and everything else. It’s a wonderful sport. I encourage all of you to come and ski,” a vacationer instructed information company ANI.

The plains of Kashmir noticed average snowfall, whereas heavy snowfall has been reported within the increased reaches, mentioned officers.

Authorities have issued avalanche warnings for hilly and mountainous areas of Kashmir, urging individuals to keep away from pointless motion for the following 24 hours.

Although ‘Chilla-i-Kalan’ – the 40-day harshest winter interval – ended earlier this week, the chilly wave has continued in Kashmir.