India, Feb. 24 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday advocated the introduction of artificial snow generation systems in Gulmarg, saying the move was essential to safeguard winter sports and sustain tourism in the face of changing snowfall patterns.

Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG)-2026, the Chief Minister said climate variability was posing serious challenges to traditional winter games in the region. He welcomed athletes and officials, underlining the need to adapt infrastructure planning to evolving weather conditions.

"The recent snowfall patterns have become unpredictable which force the authorities to rethink long-term planning for winter sports infrastructure," the CM...