India, March 1 -- Heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul and Spiti areas has led to the accumulation of thick layers of snow, affecting vehicular movement on arterial roads. The Indian Meteorological Department said that a fresh spell of western disturbance will bring rain and snowfall to the northern hills in the next three to four days.

Regional transport has been heavily disrupted in Himachal Pradesh. Many vehicles were swept away or trapped in sludge following flash floods triggered by incessant torrential rain in lower areas of the Kullu district. Landslides have also been reported in several parts of the state.

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