The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in various parts of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh over the next two hours.
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According to the IMD, regions including Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Karnal, Rajaund, Assandh, Safidon, Barwala, Jind, and Panipat in Haryana are expected to experience light to moderate rain along with thunderstorms and lightning. Additionally, similar weather conditions are forecast for Gannaur, Rohtak, and Kharkhoda in Haryana, as well as Shamli and Kandhla in Uttar Pradesh. The IMD shared this update in a social media post on Thursday.
Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh has witnessed widespread snowfall and rainfall over the past 24 hours, particularly in its higher-altitude regions. Fresh snowfall has been recorded in districts such as Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and Shimla, along with the mountainous areas of Chamba. The Dhauladhar range in Kangra, the upper reaches of Mandi, and the Churdhar region in Sirmaur have also received fresh snow.
In Shimla district, popular tourist destinations including Narkanda, Kufri, KharaPatthar, and Chopal have been significantly affected, disrupting daily life. While transportation in some areas has been impacted, essential services such as electricity and water supply remain unaffected.
According to the IMD’s Shimla office, the snowfall and precipitation are due to an ongoing western disturbance. Kuldeep Srivastava, head of IMD Himachal Pradesh, reported that Shilaru in Shimla district recorded the highest snowfall in the state at 5.7 cm, while Baijnath in Kangra district received the maximum rainfall of 9.7 mm. He added, “Snowfall and rain are expected to continue until the evening.”
The region has witnessed a significant temperature drop of around 4°C. However, no major weather changes are anticipated in the coming days. While scattered rainfall has been observed across the state, widespread precipitation has not yet occurred. From tomorrow, temperatures are expected to dip slightly, but overall, the weather is likely to remain stable.
Srivastava also noted that another western disturbance is expected to affect Himachal Pradesh starting February 26, with its impact becoming more noticeable by February 27. He stated, “The current precipitation deficit in Himachal Pradesh stands at -71 percent, and while this snowfall will provide some relief, a full recovery is unlikely. However, the upcoming western disturbance may help bridge the gap further.”
With another round of snowfall expected in higher altitudes, residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution, particularly in snow-prone areas. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure minimal disruption to daily life.
