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20 Jan 2024

Ski resorts and slopes in Gulmarg, located about 55 km from Srinagar, are experiencing a severe blow due to a prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is leading to the cancellation of mass bookings, severely impacting hotel owners' businesses. This setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns. The photo was taken in Gulmarg, India, on January 20, 2024.

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#10926588

20 Jan 2024

A view of the ski slopes in Gulmarg, located about 55 km from Srinagar, is seen on January 20, 2024, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India. The ski resort of Gulmarg is experiencing a severe blow due to the prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unexpected setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926589

20 Jan 2024

Visitors are walking along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now lying snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is resulting in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926590

20 Jan 2024

Guides are leading visitors on a horse ride past the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is resulting in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926591

20 Jan 2024

A view of the ski slopes in Gulmarg, located about 55 km from Srinagar, is seen on January 20, 2024, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India. The ski resort of Gulmarg is experiencing a severe blow due to the prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unexpected setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926592

20 Jan 2024

Boys are playing cricket near the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has resulted in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926593

20 Jan 2024

A guide is leading visitors on a horse ride along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926594

20 Jan 2024

Boys are playing cricket near the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has resulted in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926595

20 Jan 2024

People are resting on the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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20 Jan 2024

Guides are leading visitors on a horse ride past the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is resulting in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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20 Jan 2024

A guide is leading visitors on a horse ride along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926598

20 Jan 2024

A vehicle is moving along a road in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley is dealing a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now lying snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is resulting in the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback is underscoring the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926599

20 Jan 2024

Ski resorts and slopes in Gulmarg, located about 55 km from Srinagar, are experiencing a severe blow due to a prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall is leading to the cancellation of mass bookings, severely impacting hotel owners' businesses. This setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns. The photo was taken in Gulmarg, India, on January 20, 2024.

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#10926600

20 Jan 2024

A man is walking along a hill partially covered with snow at a ski station in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926601

20 Jan 2024

In Gulmarg, India, on January 20, 2024, Nasir Khan, a hotel worker, is adjusting bedding at the Shah Resort 11 Hotel, located approximately 55 km from Srinagar. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The usually busy ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926602

20 Jan 2024

In Gulmarg, India, on January 20, 2024, Firdous Ahmad, a receptionist, is checking a log book at the Shah Resort 11 Hotel, located about 55 km from Srinagar. The prolonged dry spell this winter in the Kashmir valley has severely affected the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The ski slopes, which are usually bustling, are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The lack of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of many bookings for hotel owners, significantly impacting their businesses. This unexpected setback highlights the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the pressing need for strategies to address the effects of unpredictable weather patterns.

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