Heavy snowfall and sleet have lashed Ladakh since Saturday, prompting the Leh Hill Council to issue a high alert for all emergency services. Chief Executive Councillor Tashi Gyalson has directed key officials-including the Deputy Commissioner, SSP, SDMs, and Tehsildars-to stay vigilant and respond swiftly to any distress calls. The Disaster Response Team has also been placed on standby.
Agriculture and horticulture sectors have suffered, with apricot orchards hit particularly hard. Authorities have been asked to assess damage to public property and livelihood infrastructure immediately.
Leh faced an eight-hour power outage due to damaged lines, though supply has now been restored. Meanwhile, the Leh-Srinagar Highway and other major roads remain closed due to landslides, and all flights to Leh were canceled on Sunday.
Residents and tourists have been urged to follow safety advisories as the administration works to manage the crisis.
All the government/ private educational institutions across the Union Territory of Ladakh has been closed for 3 days from Monday till Wednesday, due to the inclement weather.
As per the reports from traffic authorities, Srinagar – Kargil Road will remain closed Tomorrow due to snow accumulation.
Moreover Kargil to Leh road was also closed today due to inclement weather.
In addition to this, Leh-Nubra Road also remained closed today due to closure of Kardungla Pass.
The bad weather has created havoc across the UT of Ladakh, damaged the crops, Electric Poles, and landslides in the mountains disrupted the Road connectivity.
Major flights were also cancelled due to bad weather conditions in Leh.