Shimla, Feb. 20 -- Himachal Pradesh has witnessed widespread snowfall and rain in the past 24 hours, particularly in the higher-altitude regions. The districts of Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and Shimla, along with the higher mountain areas of Chamba, received fresh snowfall. Additionally, snowfall was recorded in the Dhauladhar range of Kangra, the upper reaches of Mandi, and the Churdhar region in Sirmaur.

In Shimla district, popular tourist destinations such as Narkanda, Kufri, KharaPatthar, and Chopal have been significantly impacted, disrupting normal life. Transportation has been affected in some areas, but essential services like electricity and water supply remain uninterrupted.

According to the India Meteorological Department ...