By Suhail Khan
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir, renowned for its enchanting winter vistas, faces an unprecedented challenge this winter as the region experienced an unusual dearth of snowfall.
This not only jeopardised the picturesque landscapes but also posed severe threat to the livelihoods of local farmers, the tourism industry, and various sectors, including apple and horticulture production.
As concerns mount, stakeholders grapple with the far-reaching consequences of this prolonged dry spell, impacting everything from agriculture to hydropower generation.
Tourism, local businesses crippled
Gulmarg and Pahalgam, the famous tourist destination renowned worldwide for their breathtaking ski slopes and landscapes, used to be a ‘white winter haven’. However, this year, these places have been witnessing a unique and troubling phenomenon. The snowfall blanket that envelops places in winter months has been scarce, causing great concern for both…
