Weather Update

The ongoing active Western Disturbance appears to be more intense than initially expected by weather models.

Based on current ground observations and future forecast, significant snowfall is expected in a few higher altitudes, with accumulations ranging between 12 and 18 inches.

Some plains in South Kashmir may also record good snowfall, with varying accumulations (will vary from area to area).

For central and north Kashmir plains, the system’s intensity remains uncertain, making it difficult to estimate snowfall amounts or depth.

This weather system is expected to remain active until tomorrow afternoon. However, it is important to note that rain and snowfall will not be continuous throughout this period. Intermittent breaks are expected, and some areas may see weather improvements as early as this evening.

Forecast Insights: Kashmir Weather

Snowfall is back in Kashmir : Weather Update for the next 24hrs

A Western disturbance is very likely to effect over parts of Jammu and Kashmir from today afternoon under its influence,

In Jammu division , higher reaches of Doda , banihal, bhaderwah , kathua , and Ramban are likely to receive light to moderate snowfall upto 6 inches. While plains of Jammu may receive light to moderate rainfall for the next 24hrs.

Aadil Maqbool an independent weather forecaster said for Kashmir valley, the weather system will concentrate more towards south Kashmir and pir panjal range and less effect over central and north Kashmir. Districts of south Kashmir particularly Kulgam, Anantnag and shopian are likely to experience a light spell of snowfall the chances are 40-50% otherwise cloudy weather is expected.

Weather for the next 24hrs in Pulwama, Srinagar, Budgam, and Ganderbal is cloudy with the Snowfall chances are 30% . In Baramulla, bandipora and kupwara the Snowfall chances are 25% .

Several inches (4-10 inches) is expected over sinthan top, peer Ki Gali, Baltal pahalgam & higher reaches of Kulgam , light snowfall is also expected over Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and doodhpatri during above period.

Regards: Kashmir Weather Forecast

Weather Update: Active Western Disturbance to Impact Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh

A Western Disturbance is set to impact Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh from Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.

In Jammu region, higher reaches of Kathua, Doda, Ramban, and Kishtwar districts are likely to experience snowfall ranging from 1 to 4 inches, with extreme higher altitudes receiving up to 10 inches of snow. The plains of the Jammu region can expect light to moderate rain showers, while Poonch and Rajouri districts are likely to experience a comparatively lesser impact.

For Kashmir region, snowfall remains a possibility in parts of south Kashmir, with a 25-30% chance, and the highest probability is for the districts of Kulgam and Anantnag. Additionally, a few weather models indicate the possibility of the system extending to central Kashmir, potentially bringing light rain or snowfall.

In Ladakh region, light to moderate snow showers are expected in some areas of Kargil and Leh districts during this period.

The weather system is expected to enter through Jammu region, with its main impact focused there (85% chance), and then potentially extending to parts of south Kashmir (25 – 30% chance). In a favorable scenario, this system may even impact central Kashmir with light precipitation (15% chance). Only a few pockets in north Kashmir are likely to be affected, with most areas expected to remain dry.

Forecast Insights: Kashmir Weather

Govt orders transfer, posting of several JKAS officers

Srinagar, Dec 26:- Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday ordered transfer and posting of several JKAS officers.

As per order an copy of which lies with news agency —JKNS, Sanjay Pandita, JKAS, Deputy Secretary to the Government, Social Welfare Department, has been transferred and posted as Deputy Secretary to the Government, Jal Shakti Department.

Mr. Abdul Raqib Bhat, Jr. Scale JKAS, presently posted as Under Secretary in the J&K Services Selection Board, is transferred and posted as Under Secretary to the Government, Health and Medical Education Department and Tasleem Javaid, Jr. Scale JKAS, presently posted as BDO, Chowki Choura, is transferred and his services are placed at the disposal of Transport Department, for further posting while Aabida Nabi, Jr. Scale JKAS, presently posted as Dy. Registrar, Cooperative Societies, Budgam, is transferred and posted as Under Secretary in the J&K Services Selection Board, reads the order.

As per a seperate order, Ms. Deepika Sharma, Jr. Scale JKAS, presently posted as Functional Manager DIC, Udhampur, has been transferred and posted as Under Secretary to the Government, School Education Department.

“Kuldeep Raj, Under Secretary to the Government, School Education Department, is transferred and posted as Under Secretary to the Government, Hospitality and Protocol Department.” Reads the order.—(JKNS)