Poli Saha Reports: Fresh Snowfall Disrupts Life In Kashmir And Himachal Pradesh

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On this Special Report, Poli Saha highlights the severe disruption caused by fresh snowfall across North India, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The reporter notes that 'Operations at the Srinagar airport were hit hard as snowfall forced the cancellation of at least 26 flights.' While the valley appears pristine, the heavy snow has grounded flights, blocked key mountain roads, and led to the closure of schools due to safety concerns and freezing temperatures. The report mentions that tourist hotspots like Gulmarg recorded up to 24 inches of snow, while Shimla experienced its first snowfall of the season. Authorities are currently working to clear runways and restore connectivity as the cold wave intensifies across the region. The programme explores the dual nature of the winter spell, balancing the scenic beauty of the white expanse with the logistical challenges faced by residents and travellers in the higher reaches.

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00:00There's a reason Kashmir is known as heaven on earth.

00:03With snowfall, the valley is absolutely stunning pristine.

00:07But beneath that also, let's highlight the disruption.

00:10Flights grounded, blocked roads and people struggling.

00:14As normal life has been disrupted, here's a special report.

00:16Winter tightened its grip across North India once again.

00:31As fresh snowfall blanketed large parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Machal Pradesh.

00:37In Kashmir, snowfall quickly resulted in flight delays and road closures.

00:43Operations at the Srinagar Airport were hit hard as snowfall forced the cancellation of at least 26 flights.

00:55Airport authorities said snow clearance operations were underway on the runway.

01:00But airlines cautioned passengers to brace for delays and extended wait times as conditions continued to pose challenges.

01:07The mercury dipped in roads turned treacherous across the valley.

01:14Higher reaches bore the brunt of the snowfall, prompting the closure of several key mountain roads.

01:20Authorities have ordered the closure of schools in several areas of Kashmir as a precautionary measure,

01:27citing safety concerns amid freezing temperatures and slippery roads.

01:31The wind is still in the middle of the snowfall.

02:01was not without its scenic movements. Tourist hotspot Gulmurk recorded 20 and 24 inches of fresh

02:08snow, transforming the Meadow Resort into a pristine white expanse. Meanwhile, Shimla woke

02:15up to its first snowfall of the season. The fresh snowfall across Jemun, Kashmir and

02:23Himachal Pradesh is part of a broader winter system affecting large swaths of North India.

02:31Shimla, which winter is popular for its proclosure, today is the winter. Before the winter

02:39of the winter, it was the same, that the winter of Himachal Pradesh, which is in the

02:46northern and northern areas, can be seen in the northern and northern areas of Himachal Pradesh.

02:57As cold intensifies officials in Jemun, Kashmir and Himachal,

03:01are racing against time, clearing roads and restoring connectivity.

03:06Bearer report India today.

03:08Bearer Report India Today

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