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First Seasonal Snowfall Blankets Chitkul in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh
✍️ The Chenab Times
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 11:35 PM
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Chitkul, the highest inhabited village of Kinnaur district, recorded the first snowfall of the season, covering the hamlet in white.
The remote alpine settlement of Chitkul in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, experienced the first snowfall of the season early on Thursday, turning the narrow lanes and traditional wooden houses into a winter tableau. Meteorological data from the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority indicated that light snow began falling around 06:30 local time, with accumulation reaching up to five centimetres by mid‑morning.
Local residents reported that the sudden white cover enhanced the scenic beauty of the region, which is already a popular trekking and tourism destination. The snow, however, caused temporary disruptions to vehicular movement on the narrow mountain road connecting Chitkul to the nearby town of Sangla, prompting officials to advise drivers to proceed with caution.
The district administration confirmed that no injuries or major damages were reported. Authorities are monitoring the weather closely, as further snowfall is expected in the coming days, which could affect travel plans for tourists and the supply chain for the village. The early snowfall also offers a preview of the winter season that typically begins in late November across the higher reaches of the Himalayas.
Local residents reported that the sudden white cover enhanced the scenic beauty of the region, which is already a popular trekking and tourism destination. The snow, however, caused temporary disruptions to vehicular movement on the narrow mountain road connecting Chitkul to the nearby town of Sangla, prompting officials to advise drivers to proceed with caution.
The district administration confirmed that no injuries or major damages were reported. Authorities are monitoring the weather closely, as further snowfall is expected in the coming days, which could affect travel plans for tourists and the supply chain for the village. The early snowfall also offers a preview of the winter season that typically begins in late November across the higher reaches of the Himalayas.