Shimla, Jan. 27 -- The hill resort of Shimla received rainfall on Tuesday, while tourists eagerly awaited fresh snowfall, even as normal life was disrupted with roads blocked and power and water supply affected following recent snow and rain.

The local administration has been put on alert in view of an India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning forecasting more precipitation.

Speaking to ANI, Himachal Pradesh Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi said that the recent snowfall, which came after a long dry spell, was much needed, particularly for farmers and horticulturists.

"The snowfall and rainfall have occurred after a long gap. There was a drought-like situation earlier, and this dry spell has now ended. Snowfall has taken place in S...