Himachal celebrates 'White Christmas', but snowfall triggers road closures

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In addition to road closures and traffic disruptions, power outages have been reported in some areas due to the snow.

As the festive season of Christmas and New Year sets in, Himachal Pradesh has become a hotspot for tourists seeking a winter escape.

Speaking on the challenges posed by severe weather conditions, Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh told PTI that his department is ready to handle the tourist influx.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: India

Topics: Winter travel Snow clearance Tourist destinations Manali Himachal Kashmir snowfall Road safety Road closures Shimla Christmas holiday Winter wonderland Himachal tourism Snowfall Himachal Pradesh roads Chillai-Kalan Snow disruption

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Published On: 2024-12-25 @ 10:41:24 (13 hours ago)

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