Patnitop Tourism Surges as Season’s First Heavy Snowfall Blankets Udhampur’s Iconic Hill Station

UDHAMPUR, Jan 23, 2026 — The famous tourist destination of Patnitop has transformed into a winter wonderland following the season’s first significant snowfall, drawing a massive influx of visitors to the Udhampur district.

The hill station is currently blanketed under an impressive two to two-and-a-half feet of snow, creating a picturesque landscape that has sparked immense joy among local tourism stakeholders and business owners who have been eagerly awaiting the winter rush.

While the heavy accumulation has made the journey to the top challenging for motorists, the local administration is working on a war footing to ensure connectivity.

Heavy machinery has been deployed to clear snow from the main highways and arterial roads to restore smooth traffic flow for the arriving tourists.

Despite the travel hurdles, the town is buzzing with activity as visitors flock to the slopes to enjoy the pristine white cover, marking a successful start to the peak winter tourism season in the region.