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Heavy Snowfall Covers Darjeeling Hills, Disrupting Roads
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🗓 15 Aug 2026, 07:17 AM
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A heavy snowfall has blanketed the Darjeeling hills, causing disruptions to transport and daily life in the hill station.
Heavy snowfall has recently blanketed the hills of Darjeeling, West Bengal, creating challenging conditions for residents and visitors alike.
The sudden accumulation of snow has led to the closure of several key roads, limiting access to the town and surrounding areas.
Local authorities have urged travelers to exercise caution, stay updated on weather advisories, and avoid non-essential journeys.
The weather department is monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as conditions evolve.
The sudden accumulation of snow has led to the closure of several key roads, limiting access to the town and surrounding areas.
Local authorities have urged travelers to exercise caution, stay updated on weather advisories, and avoid non-essential journeys.
The weather department is monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as conditions evolve.