Dharamshala, April 18 -- Light to moderate rain or snowfall is expected over parts of the mid-hill and high-hill areas of Himachal Pradesh, with isolated heavy spells likely, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) office in Shimla.

Rainfall is also expected in the plains of the state from the night of April 18 till April 21. The precipitation will be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds (ranging from 50-60 kmph), and hail in some areas.

The IMD has predicted light to moderate precipitation at most places, with a few intense spells likely in the districts of Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and the higher reaches of Chamba and Kullu from the night of April 18 till April 21 evening.

During this period, light to mode...