Jaisalmer, Jan. 1 -- At the renowned tourist destination of Jaisalmer, a large number of foreign tourists thoroughly enjoyed the celebrations marking the arrival of the New Year amid foggy and misty conditions.

Foreign visitors went straight to the top of the famous Sonar Fort to take in the weather and swayed joyfully to music performed by local folk artists.

The beginning of 2026 in the desert regions of Jaisalmer was no less than an icy experience. While the entire country was immersed in New Year celebrations, the first day of the year, Thursday, saw dense fog covering Jaisalmer city and border villages due to an active Western Disturbance in the border district and surrounding canal areas. The pace of life slowed down due to the se...