Overview
- The India Meteorological Department predicts moderate to heavy snowfall in higher reaches with more precipitation into December 22.
- Snow was reported in Gurez and Warwan valleys, Drass, Sonmarg, and high passes including Sinthan Top, Razdan Pass, Sadhna Top and Zojila.
- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led a review and set three benchmarks for performance: speedy road clearance, uninterrupted electricity and assured drinking water.
- Orders include advance deployment of crews and machinery, strict oversight of transformer oil and DT buffer stocks, targeted 4x4 ambulance use, dewatering pumps for Srinagar and coordination for airport passenger facilities.
- IMD flagged higher reaches of Kupwara, Bandipora and Ganderbal for heavier snow and advised travellers to follow traffic and administrative guidance, as the snowfall offers relief from a prolonged dry spell and lifts tourism hopes.