Shimla, April 11 -- Following a drop in temperatures across Himachal Pradesh in the last 24 hours due to rain and hail, the weather has turned pleasant, prompting a surge of tourists heading to the hills, especially the state capital, Shimla.

With parts of the plains in north India reeling under the early summer heat, many tourists from hot regions like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have begun making their way to the cooler climes of Himachal. The refreshing weather, clean air, and scenic beauty are drawing large crowds to the region.

Sandeep, a tourist from Haryana, who arrived in Shimla with his group, expressed his delight at the change in weather.

"After the rain, the weather has become very pleasant, and we are enjoying it a lot. I've...