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The weather department in Himachal Pradesh has forecast light rain and snowfall at several isolated locations in Chamba, Kullu, and Lahaul-Spiti districts on Monday. Partially cloudy skies are expected over Shimla and Kangra districts, including Dharamshala and McLeodganj, while moderate fog was reported near the water reservoir in Bilaspur district.
At 26 degree Celsius, Paonta Sahib in Sirmaur district recorded the highest temperature in the state over the past 24 hours. On Sunday, the weather department predicted rain and snow across most mid- and high-hill areas of Himachal Pradesh over the next couple of days.
Meanwhile, the Kullu district administration has allowed tourists to visit Rohtang Pass via Manali on Monday.
An official of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Shimla, said, “Due to prevailing rainfall and snowfall conditions, the minimum temperature is likely to rise gradually by 2–3 degree Celsius over the next 2–3 days. Thereafter, it is expected to fall gradually by 2–5 degree Celsius during the subsequent two to three days. No major change in maximum temperatures is expected over the next three to four days, after which it may decline by 2-3 degree Celsius.”
On Friday, Himachal Pradesh’s officiating Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta reviewed the state’s winter preparedness during a high-level meeting in Dharamshala. He directed all administrative secretaries, heads of departments and deputy commissioners to ensure full readiness ahead of the upcoming rain and snowfall.
Gupta instructed departments to remain vigilant and ensure that snow-clearing machinery is strategically stationed to prevent disruption of essential movement during heavy snowfall. District administrations have been asked to appoint nodal officers for department-wise coordination to oversee winter-related activities and ensure swift response.
Emphasising prevention and early action, he directed all departments to strictly implement guidelines issued by the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) to minimise risk to life and property. He said weather advisories and warnings must be issued in a timely, clear and easily understandable manner.
Gupta also called for the identification of fire-prone and high-risk zones, noting that domestic fire incidents tend to spike during winter. He directed the Fire Department to conduct sensitisation campaigns and complete fire safety audits of critical buildings, including hospitals, offices and schools.
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