Dharamshala, Nov. 14 -- Higher reaches and mountain passes in Himachal Pradesh's tribal district of Lahaul and Spiti have received fresh snowfall, triggering cold wave conditions in adjoining valleys and prompting police to issue a travel advisory.

Fresh snowfall was reported in the high-altitude areas of Kangra, Chamba, and Kullu districts. Rohtang Pass and Marhi received fresh snowfall on Friday morning, covering the mountains in a blanket of white.

In Chamba district, fresh snowfall at Sach Pass has forced the closure of the Bairagarh-Killar road, snapping the road link between the tribal Pangi valley and the district headquarters. The road was closed after the snowfall in the region on Thursday night.

Officials said more than a foo...