Himachal Pradesh Meteorological Department Issues Alerts for Heavy Snowfall Starting January 22

Himachal Pradesh is expected to experience heavy snowfall and rainfall from January 22 to 25 due to an intense Western Disturbance affecting northwest India. The Meteorological Department has issued orange alerts for Kullu, Chamba, and Lahaul and Spiti districts on January 23, with yellow alerts for several other districts. Temperatures are forecasted to drop, with minimums falling by 2-3°C and maximums by 6-8°C. The state has faced a significant rainfall deficit, raising concerns about water scarcity.