Srinagar, March 1 -- The meteorological department has predicted widespread moderate rain or snow over most places of the Union Territory till March 3 with peak activity on March 1 night to March 2 night.

Several parts of Kashmir including tourist resorts of Gulmarg, Gurez, Sadhna Top, Razdan Pass, Chowkibal Kupwara and Machil received fresh snowfall on Friday. The plains of the valley, including the summer capital Srinagar, were lashed by rains.

Director Meteorological department, Dr Mukhar Ahmad said that widespread moderate rain and snow is expected over most places of J&K till 3rd March (afternoon) with peak activity on 1st night to 2nd night of March.

He said that a few places may experience heavy to very heavy snow particularly o...