Shimla, April 5 -- The India Meterological Department (IMD) has forecasted rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh during the next seven days. Light to moderate rain and snowfall were recorded across most parts of Himachal Pradesh over the past 24 hours, bringing a notable dip in day temperatures, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a fresh wet spell from April 7.

According to a press communique issued by the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, widespread precipitation activity was observed across the state, with several areas in Lahaul-Spiti receiving significant snowfall, including Gondhla (28.5 cm) and Keylong (20 cm). Rainfall was also recorded in districts such as Chamba, Mandi, Kangra, Kullu and Shimla.

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