Climate change is increasingly manifesting in various ways around the world, often through unusual weather phenomena such as unseasonal thunderstorms, rain, or snow. Recently, Kargil experienced one such event. A rare and intense snowfall in late April brought life to a standstill in the Kargil district of the Union Territory of Ladakh, causing widespread disruptions to power infrastructure, road connectivity, and local agriculture.
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Kargil Hit By Heavy Snow And Rain, Causing Blackouts And Travel Chaos
A rare bout of snowfall in late April brought life to a standstill in the Kargil district of the Union Territory of Ladakh, causing widespread disruptions to power infrastructure, road connectivity, and local agriculture

Suru River near Kargil
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Suru River near Kargil
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

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