Shimla, Jan. 20 -- The Meteorological Department had predicted light snowfall and rain in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh on January 19, but the weather remained dry in the state during the last 24 hours.

According to the Meteorological Department, the weather will remain completely clear today and tomorrow, i.e., January 20 and 21.

However, the weather will change from January 22, and a spell of rain and snowfall will begin in the state. This will bring relief to the people who have been suffering from a long dry spell. This will be especially good news for farmers and horticulturists.

Meanwhile, a cold wave alert has also been issued in Himachal Pradesh along with the cold weather. The entire state is in the grip of a cold wave....