With snow blankets enhancing the picturesque grandeur of the Himalayan ranges, Gulmarg, one of the prime tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir, has seen a massive influx of visitors. During the busiest winter months, people go from all over the world to Gulmarg. Gulmarg's appeal to tourists is increased by snowfall and other adventurous activities like skiing, snowboarding, cycling, and the Khelo India event, which is hosted by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, youth sports and services, and the Department of Tourism.
Administrators have provided hoteliers with rules for appropriate arrangements, such as furniture placement, adequate heating and electricity, frequent hot water supply, and high-quality cuisine in their restaurants. The government has issued guidelines to taxi drivers and other service providers about how to properly serve visitors and keep prices stable so that they, too, can make a living during the winter travel season.
Kashmir's 40-day harsh winter, known as "Chilla-i-Kalan," is known for its significant snowfall. But much of the plains of Kashmir have not seen any snow this year. According to weather forecasts, it will be dry till January 21. The snow-loving destinations of Ladakh, Manali, and Shimla were also shut out this season.
Moreover, there were more over four feet of snow in the northern and western regions of New York around Christmas 2022, which caused many deaths in the area, according to AFP. This variation in the patterns of snowfall throughout the state of New York highlights how weather occurrences are evolving due to climate change. On January 16, New York City saw its first detectable snowfall in more than 700 days. It signaled the end of an era without much snowfall in history. A covering of snow was observed at Central Park, a significant area in the most populated metropolis in America. The New York Times stated that it surpassed the previous record of 400 days without a significant amount of snowfall, which was set in 1998.
