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Updated March 1st 2025, 19:21 IST
No, It's Not Kashmir. Internet Flooded With Snowy Wonderland-Like Photos From Churu
Rajasthan sees rare snowfall as hailstorms hit Churu, turning streets white. Farmers suffer losses, while the IMD warns of more rain before an early summer heat
- Churu and nearby areas witnessed heavy hailstorms, covering streets in white.
- The extreme weather has devastated crops, prompting the IMD to issue alerts for further rain in affected regions
- While conditions may improve by March 2, Rajasthan is set to experience above-average heat from March to May.
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Social media users were quick to respond and shared photos and videos of Rajasthan’s transformed landscape, with many comparing it to Kashmir’s winter beauty.
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Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan shared a video showing houses, streets, and open fields blanketed in ice.
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Locals were seen shoveling ice off their doorsteps, a sight unimaginable in a state known for its scorching summer heat.
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The unseasonal hailstorm has also destroyed standing crops in districts like Sriganganagar, Churu, Bikaner, and Alwar.
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The Meteorological Department reported a significant temperature drop of 2-3°C in Shekhawati and surrounding areas.
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The IMD has issued warnings for further rain in Jaipur, Bharatpur, and other affected districts, advising caution.
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Hanumangarh recorded 2.5 mm of rainfall, Ganganagar 0.3 mm, and Bikaner 3.2 mm, with Churu and Jaisalmer also witnessing unexpected showers.
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With temperatures expected to be above average from March to May, Rajasthan will soon shift from icy streets to intense heat.
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