Banihal, Nov. 14 -- Fresh snowfall has blanketed the higher reaches of Kashmir, transforming the mountainous landscapes of Banihal, Ramban, Kupwara and Gulmarg into picturesque winter scenes, while snow clearance operations have enabled the reopening of an affected stretch of the Mughal Road in Poonch for vehicular traffic.

The higher reaches of Banihal in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district witnessed fresh spells of snowfall, covering the surrounding mountains and landscapes in a white blanket.

The snowfall has brought a winter-like atmosphere to the region, drawing attention from locals and nature lovers.

Similar weather conditions were reported from the Dappal area of Machil Sector in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, where fresh sn...