Shimla, March 16 -- The fresh rain, hailstorm and snowfall across several parts of Himachal Pradesh have led to a sharp fall in temperatures, bringing relief to the tourism and farming sectors in the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast more rain and thunderstorm activity in the coming days.

Speaking to ANI in Shimla on Monday, Shobhit Katiyar said rainfall and snowfall were recorded in most districts of the state during the last 24 hours.

"In the last 24 hours, we have seen rain and snowfall in almost all districts of Himachal Pradesh. Light to moderate rainfall was recorded in the lower and mid-hill regions. Shimla district received around 29.5 mm rainfall while Mandi recorded around 23 mm," Katiyar said.

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