Gulmarg welcomes fresh snowfall as it prepares for 5th Khelo India winter games
Gulmarg, March 3, 2025 – The renowned ski resort of Gulmarg has been blessed with fresh, heavy snowfall, delighting both tourists and locals alike. Skiing and sledding enthusiasts have flocked to the region to revel in the pristine snow-covered slopes, as the winter paradise comes alive with the season’s best snow so far. The snowfall […]
Gulmarg’s snowy revival brings Khelo India Winter Games back to life, march 9-12
Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir | March 3, 2025- The picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg is gearing up to host the second leg of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games from March 9 to 12, following a much-needed boost from recent heavy snowfall. Originally slated for February 22 to 25, the event was postponed due to […]
Snow clearance operations underway in Gulmarg amid heavy snowfall
Gulmarg, March 01, 2025 – Authorities in Gulmarg have launched extensive snow clearance operations following heavy snowfall that blanketed the region overnight, triggering road closures and affecting access to this popular tourist destination in Jammu & Kashmir. The fresh snow, which began late Friday, February 28, has transformed Gulmarg into a winter wonderland but has […]
J&K police boosts youth power with skiing and more
Baramulla, February 28, 2025 – The J&K Police are stepping up efforts to shape the future of the region’s youth and children, organising a series of programs and events aimed at building their personalities and strengthening society. Deputy Inspector General of Baramulla, Gurinderpal Singh, highlighted this mission, pointing to a recent skiing program as a […]
Untimely snowfall hits Baramulla plains, catching residents by surprise
February 27, 2025- Baramulla district woke up to an unexpected sight as the plains, typically spared heavy snow this late in the season, found themselves dusted with an untimely blanket of white. While the upper reaches like Gulmarg, Tangmarg, and Hajibal are no strangers to February flurries, the lower plains—including areas like Dhobiwan and parts […]
Fresh Snowfall blankets Sonamarg, boosting tourism hopes
Sonamarg ,February 27, 2025 -A fresh layer of snow has draped Sonamarg this week, turning the scenic hill station into a tranquil winter paradise and sparking excitement among locals and tourists alike. Following a dry spell earlier this winter, the snowfall, which began in the higher reaches of Kashmir around mid-February, has continued to grace […]
Heliskiing flagged off in Gulmarg by J&K CM Omar Abdullah
There are many skiers who do not like any other skiing except heliskiing, said Chief Minister Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah. They find slopes that do not have lifts and that have never been skied before and they just leave their ski marks in the snow.Heli-skiing is off-trail, downhill skiing or snowboarding where the skier […]
J&K’s far tribal areas Baderkoot & Darakasi visited by DC Baramulla & SDM Gulmarg for development
DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa & SDM Gulmarg visited J&K’s remote tribal areas, Baderkoot and Darakasi for development. The J&K officials inspected schools, roads and the infrastructure around and interacted with the locals. They assured swift action regarding developmental needs.
Sonamarg: A new destination for winter sports
The introduction of skiing in Sonamarg is a significant development for winter tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. While Gulmarg has been the go-to destination for winter sports in the region for years, the expansion of skiing to Sonamarg opens up new opportunities for tourists and the local economy. This initiative has the potential to transform […]
Z Morh Tunnel inauguration: A new era of connectivity and growth for Jammu & Kashmir
The inauguration of the Z Morh Tunnel in Sonmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, marks a significant milestone in the region’s development journey. This 6.5-kilometer tunnel, carved through the rugged Pir Panjal mountain range, is expected to transform the lives of local residents and significantly boost connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh. The tunnel represents not […]