Himachal Pradesh Grapples with Heavy Snowfall: Over 885 Roads Closed, Power and Water Supply Disrupted

Heavy snowfall has significantly impacted daily life across Himachal Pradesh, leading to widespread disruptions. While the picturesque, snow-covered valleys continue to attract a large number of tourists, local residents are facing severe challenges. A total of 885 roads have been closed due to the accumulating snow, severely hindering transportation. Essential services such as electricity and water supply have also been affected across the state. The substantial snowfall, experienced across Northern India's hilly regions including Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir, has created difficulties like stranded vehicles and prolonged traffic jams. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for further heavy rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir in the upcoming days.