Kashmir has been cut off from the rest of the country following heavy snowfall. Tourists have faced hours-long traffic jams and unpredictable weather conditions.

Srinagar recorded a low of minus 1 degree Celsius on Friday night, more than six degrees up from the previous night's low of minus 7.3 degrees Celsius.

Kashmir experienced its heaviest snowfall of the season, affecting air, rail, and road traffic, along with power and water services. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led efforts to address snow-related disruptions.

As Kashmir valley remained snowbound on Friday with intermittent snow and rain lashing J&K during the day, all flights to and from Srinagar International Airport were cancelled while train service was restored to the valley in the afternoon.

Following the first snowfall of the season, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated that nearly 2,000 vehicles are stuck in Qazigund town, Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir.

Moderate to heavy snowfall was recorded across Kashmir from Friday, including the season's first snowfall in Srinagar city and other plain areas.

The Srinagar Airport announced on X; "Due to bad weather conditions, all flights at Srinagar Airport have been cancelled. Passengers are advised to contact their airlines for updates. We regret the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

The region has been experiencing moderate to heavy snowfall since Friday, marking the first snowfall of the season in Srinagar and other low-lying areas

Moderate to heavy snowfall has been recorded across Kashmir since Friday, including the season's first snowfall in Srinagar city and other plain areas of the valley.

First major snowfall in Kashmir after three years will have good impact on horticulture, agriculture and tourism industry