Shimla rejoices as snowfall finally hits region

Snowfall was also experienced at Kullu Manali where tourists have already arrived hoping to spend their weekend with a walk in the snow. (Express Photo: By Lalit Kumar)

Ending a prolonged dry spell, Shimla on Sunday experienced this winter’s first impressive snowfall, bringing cheer to the tourism industry as well as apple cultivators.

Snowfall was also experienced at Kullu Manali where tourists have already arrived hoping to spend their weekend with a walk in the snow.

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In Shimla, snowfall started at around 11 am after a drizzle in the morning and continued until afternoon, painting the hill station, known for its heavy tourist footfall during this time of the year, white.

“I am very lucky to have already reached  Shimla a day before on a weekend vacation. Now I will increase my stay by a day,” said Kirti Gupta, a banker from New Delhi.