In Himachal Pradesh cold wave intensified following snowfall in higher reaches and rain in plain areas. Kinnaur, Lahul Spiti and Kullu and other high regions of the state experienced heavy snowfall.
Many high altitude areas and plains in the state are experiencing snowfall and rain for the last two days. In Kinnaur district snowfall is still continuing as a result educational institute remained closed for the second day today. In Kinnaur district national highway 5 has been interrupted due to landslide. BRO along with district administration have been pressed into service to clear the debris. The entire state is reeling under cold wave condition. Tourists are thronging in large number in the state to experience the snowfall.