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20 January 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 January 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 January 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 January 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 January 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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#10926603

20 January 2024

Umar Ahmad, manager of Shah Resort 11 Hotel, is looking outside through a window 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 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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#10926604

20 January 2024

Mohammad Ashraf, a hotel worker, is walking inside the Shah Resort 11 Hotel 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 ski slopes, which are usually bustling, 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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#10926605

20 January 2024

Indian Army soldiers are seen 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 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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#10926606

20 January 2024

Visitors are walking along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The extended period of dry winter weather in Kashmir is dealing a severe blow to the iconic ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie barren, causing disappointment among avid ski enthusiasts. The absence of substantial snowfall is resulting in a wave of booking cancellations 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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#10926607

20 January 2024

Visitors are walking along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The extended period of dry winter weather in Kashmir is dealing a severe blow to the iconic ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie barren, causing disappointment among avid ski enthusiasts. The absence of substantial snowfall is resulting in a wave of booking cancellations 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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#10926608

20 January 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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#10926609

20 January 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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#10926610

20 January 2024

Anis Khan, manager of the Origins Twelve Hotel, is looking at 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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#10926611

20 January 2024

Snow scooters are 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 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 ski enthusiasts in particular. 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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#10926612

20 January 2024

Ashiq Hussain, a guide, is resting 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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#10926613

20 January 2024

Horses are grazing in Gulmarg, located about 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 ski slopes, which are usually bustling with activity, now lie snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of many hotel bookings, severely impacting the businesses of hotel owners. 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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