655 roads closed in Himachal due to heavy snowfall; state to receive another spell from Jan 31
Shimla, Jan 29: As many as 655 roads, including three national highways still remain blocked for traffic in Himachal Pradesh as a result of the recent spell of heavy snowfall, affecting road connectivity at hundreds of places in the state. As per the State Emergency Operation Centre, 287 roads including NH 03 (Leh-Manali) and NH 505 (Kaza-Gramphu) remain blocked in Lahaul and Spiti, 135 in Shimla, 81 including NH 305 (Aut-Luhri-Sainj) in Kullu, 77 in Mandi, 40 in Chamba, 27 [] The post 655 roads closed in Himachal due to heavy snowfall; state to receive another spell from Jan 31 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himachal Pradesh to witness heavy snowfall, rain: Met office
Himachal Pradesh's higher reaches are bracing for heavy snowfall and rain, with an orange warning issued for Kullu, Chamba, Kinnaur, and Lahaul and Spiti districts. Light snowfall has already been recorded in several areas, with Gondla village in Lahaul and Spiti receiving the highest accumulation of 22 cm. Tabo village recorded the state's lowest temperature at minus 8.9 degrees Celsius.
Heavy Snowfall, Rain Likely In Parts Of Himachal Pradesh Today; Kullu, Spiti Under Orange Alert
An orange alert has been issued for several districts in Himachal Pradesh as heavy snowfall and rain are expected in the higher reaches over the next few hours.
Himachal Pradesh weather: At a time when tourists are stranded in Manali and Shimla, the IMD has warned of more snowfall in the state for the next few days. Shimla may see a cold day today and a yellow alert has been issued. Manali may also see snowfall today and mercury may plunge to -1 degrees Celsius tomorrow. An orange alert has been issued for Kullu, Kinnaur, Chamba, and Lahaul and Spiti districts.
Yellow And Orange Alerts Issued In Himachal Pradesh, IMD Predicts More Snowfall And Thunderstorms
All 12 districts are under a yellow alert on January 26, while Chamba, Kullu, Kinnaur, and LahaulSpiti face an orange alert on January 27.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain, snowfall in Himachal Pradesh from January 26
According to the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, isolated spells of heavy rainfall and snowfall are very likely on January 27, particularly in the high-altitude districts of Chamba, Kullu, Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti.
Heading To The Hills This Long Weekend? MeT Issues Heavy Snowfall Alert Across Himachal
Higher reaches including Lahaul-Spiti, Chamba, Kinnaur and Kullu are likely to receive snowfall, while a yellow alert has been issued for Mandi and other mid-hill regions
Himachal Pradesh on orange alert as snowfall, rain forecast from January 22
The Shimla Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy snowfall and rain in Himachal Pradesh from January 22 onwards, issuing an orange alert for Kullu, Chamba and Lahaul-Spiti on January 23. Yellow alerts have been issued for the remaining districts as temperatures are expected to drop sharply over the next few days
Revenue officials assaulted during land demarcation in Kullu village
4 Killed As Car Collides With Truck Near Bridge In Himachal Pradesh: Cops
At least four people lost their lives after a car collided with a truck near the Bhootnath Bridge in the Kullu police station area on Thursday, police said.
Tourist surge chokes Manali as over 33,000 vehicles enter, snowfall forecast from December 30
CHANDIGARH: Ahead of the New Year, tourist footfall has seen a sharp rise in Kullu Manali and adjoining regions of Himachal Pradesh, with the tourist season currently at its peak. The surge has led to massive traffic jams across the hill region, with thousands of vehicles arriving daily. In just the past week, from December 21 to 27, as many as 13,240 tourist vehicles from other states crossed into Manali, while 34,426 vehicles passed through the Atal Tunnel on the Manali Leh highway during the same period, indicating a substantial rise in tourist movement towards Lahaul and Spiti. A large number of visitors are reportedly fleeing toxic fumes in Delhi and the plains, even as snowfall and rain are expected from December 30. As per figures available with the police, recorded at the Green Barrier in Manali, 2,188 vehicles crossed the barrier on December 27 (Saturday). A day earlier, on December 26, 2,437 vehicles crossed, while on Christmas Day, December 25, the number stood at 2,910. This takes the total number of vehicles from December 21 to 27 to 13,420. The number of vehicles has been steadily rising, with 7,795 vehicles recorded from December 15 to 21, 7,162 vehicles from December 8 to 14, and 5,306 vehicles from December 1 to 7. In total, from December 1 to December 27, as many as 33,503 vehicles crossed into Manali. The heavy tourist rush has triggered traffic jams in Manali, particularly at the entrance to the town, on the route to the Hadimba Temple, the Old Manali road, in Prini, Aleo and Vashisht villages, and along the Manali Leh highway towards the Atal Tunnel and Rohtang Pass. At the scenic Atal Tunnel, 6,848 vehicles entered on December 27, while on Friday, December 26, the number peaked at 7,237, the highest so far this season. On Christmas Day, 4,752 vehicles passed through the tunnel. A total of 34,426 vehicles entered the tunnel from December 21 to 27. The rising trend is evident from earlier weeks as well, with 16,622 vehicles recorded from December 1 to 7, 20,710 from December 8 to 14, and 24,497 from December 15 to 21. In 2023, a record breaking 14,865 vehicles from outside the state flooded Manali and entered the Atal Tunnel on Christmas Day, sparking traffic snarls across the entire region. Traffic congestion has also been reported in Tirthan Valley and on National Highway 305 from Aut to Jalori Jot in the Banjar subdivision of Kullu district. Popular tourist destinations such as Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel and Shinkula Pass have emerged as major hubs of tourist activity. Increasing numbers of visitors are now venturing beyond Manali to experience scenic landscapes, adventure sports and panoramic views of the Himalayas, adding to the festive atmosphere in the region. The surge in tourism has boosted the morale of hoteliers, transporters and adventure operators in Kullu Manali and Lahaul Spiti. After encouraging business during the Christmas period, stakeholders are optimistic that tourist numbers will rise further during the New Year celebrations. A majority of hotels have reported full bookings for Christmas, and New Year reservations continue to rise steadily. The tourism industry believes that if the current trend continues, Manali could be operating at full capacity on New Years Eve. Talking to this newspaper, the President of the Federation of Himachal Hotels and Restaurant Association and former president of the Hoteliers Association Manali, Gajender Thakur, said that there are 45,000 rooms across hotels, homestays and B&Bs in Manali, with a total occupancy capacity of 90,000 tourists. At present, we are running at 95 per cent full capacity for the last fifteen days and this will continue till January 5. After 2023, we have again seen such a tourist footfall, he said. He added that online queries and advance bookings for hotel rooms in Manali had increased significantly in recent days, reflecting growing tourist interest. The hill state, which is currently experiencing a prolonged dry spell, is expected to receive fresh snowfall and rainfall from December 30 onwards, bringing cheer to tourists as well as locals. According to the state Meteorological Department, a fresh Western Disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from December 30. As a result, middle and higher hill areas of the state are expected to witness light snowfall and rainfall at isolated places from December 30 to January 1. Lower hill regions and plain areas of the state are very likely to witness dense fog during early mornings and late evenings. The department has issued an orange warning for Bilaspur and Mandi districts till December 29, after which a yellow warning will remain in place till December 31 for Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Solan and Sirmaur districts.
Shimla Himachal Pradesh weather: Himachal Pradesh is likely to experience dense fog conditions from December 18, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said in its daily weather bulletin. As far as Shimla is concerned, the hill city is likely to see partly cloudy sky today and dense fog during the night hours.
Bigg Boss 19: Kullu, Sumaira, and Gurleen Spread Laughter on This Open Mic Night
This special episode was a hilarious respite from the usual drama and provided a very different look into the housemates.
Fresh Snowfall In High Altitude Areas Of Himachal
Shimla, Nov 5: Fresh snowfall was recorded in high altitude areas in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, bringing cheers to the locals and tourists who braved extreme cold conditions. The tribal district of Lahaul and Spiti and the higher reaches of Kinnaur, Kullu and mountain passes received fresh snowfall, causing a drop in mercury and creating chilly weather in adjoining valleys. Videos of the snowfall have surfaced on the internet. The Lahaul valley, Rohtang Pass and other higher reaches were wrapped [] The post Fresh Snowfall In High Altitude Areas Of Himachal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Snow leopard population in doubled Himachal; two new species recorded for first time
CHANDIGARH: The highly endangered snow leopard population in Himachal Pradesh has almost doubled, rising to 83 from 44 individuals recorded in 2021, according to the latest survey jointly conducted by the Nature Conservation Foundation and the Wildlife Wing of the Himachal Pradesh Forest Department. Significantly, for the first time, two new species, the Pallass cat and the woolly flying squirrel, have also been spotted during this survey. The second state-wide snow leopard assessment report, The Status of Snow Leopard in Himachal Pradesh 2025 , confirms the species strong presence across high-altitude landscapes, particularly in Spiti, Pin Valley, Upper Kinnaur and Tabo, which recorded the highest densities. The copy of the report, which is with this newspaper, reads, Our sampling resulted in 44 individual adult snow leopards identified from 262 independent detections across the six sites. At the level of the sites, our sampling from high occupancy stratum resulted in USL having 12 individual snow leopards from 90 detections, Tabo with 6 individual snow leopards from 46 detections, Pin with 8 individual snow leopards with 35 detections and Kinnaur having 9 individual snow leopards from 58 detections. From the low occupancy stratum, Lahaul-Pangi had 8 individual snow leopards from 32 detections, and Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) had 1 individual snow leopard from 1 detection. The survey found snow leopard density ranging from 0.16 to 0.53 individuals per 100 km. Using large-scale camera trapping across six representative sites covering nearly 26,000 km, researchers photographed adult leopards 262 times, leading to an estimated state-wide count of 83 adults, excluding cubs. At the state level, our SECR analysis resulted in the estimated snow leopard density of 0.35 (95% CI: 0.23 - 0.53) snow leopards per 100 km and abundance of 83 (95% CI: 67 - 103) adult snow leopards in Himachal Pradesh. Density and abundance in the high occupancy strata were 0.46 (0.37 - 0.57) snow leopards per 100 km and 59 (48 - 73) snow leopards. In the low occupancy strata, density and abundance were 0.18 (0.14 - 0.23) snow leopards per 100 km and 24 (19 - 30) snow leopards, it added. The report further stated that mountain ungulates such as blue sheep and ibex are key determinants of the snow leopard population. It is widely accepted that the availability of wild ungulates determines the population of large carnivores. We found fluctuations in wild ungulate abundance over the years, and the snow leopard density has largely remained constant. Blue sheep fluctuated in abundance from 786 in 2020 to 1,094 in 2024, whereas ibex fluctuated in abundance from 92 in 2020 to 146 in 2024, it read. It is not just snow leopards; during this survey, two new species the Pallass cat and the woolly flying squirrel were also recorded for the first time. This large-scale camera trapping exercise across the state also recorded other mammals residing in snow leopard landscapes of Himachal Pradesh. In 2024, we got a newer and first-time record for two species, the Pallass cat recorded near Nako in Kinnaur, and the Woolly flying squirrel recorded from Miyar Valley in Lahaul, stated the report. The survey states that blue sheep, Himalayan brown bear, Himalayan wolf, Himalayan ibex, common leopard, mountain weasel, Himalayan musk deer, red fox, stone marten and yellow-throated marten were also recorded. The incidental detections of these mammals contribute to refining range maps, documenting previously unrecorded occurrences, and identifying critical biodiversity hotspots within the landscape. These findings enhance understanding of species distribution, habitat use and potential ecological corridors, offering crucial data for conservation planning beyond snow leopards. As seen from the ensemble outputs, the two main prey species of the snow leopard, ibex and blue sheep, are found dispersed across the snow leopard landscape of Himachal Pradesh. The Ibex occurs primarily in rugged areas from around Pin Valley in Spiti going west, including regions of Kibber to Lossar in Spiti and large areas of Lahaul including Bhaga, Miyar and Chandra valleys. Parts of Chamba (Pangi and Bharmour) are also regions of high occurrence for them. The blue sheep on the other hand are a bit more restricted with high occurrence areas around Hangrang valley of Kinnaur and across the Spiti region, particularly Tabo and USL. They prefer more undulating areas with proximity to cliffs, it reads. It further added, Musk deer were predicted to occur predominantly across the Greater Himalayas with particularly high occurrence in Chamba (especially Pangi), parts of Lahaul, Kullu and lower Kinnaur. Musk deer detections were mostly in areas near tree cover. Brown bears were found to occur predominantly across the valleys in Lahaul, Chamba (Pangi and Bharmour), and parts of Kinnaur. Additionally, they were found to occur at the edge of Pin Valley connecting towards the Kullu and Kinnaur regions. They seem to prefer regions along the valley, especially near meadows. Wolves were seen to occur in more rolling, plateau-like areas around Spiti and Lahaul. Interestingly, common leopards were found to have high occurrence along the southern rims of the snow leopard distribution within Himachal Pradesh, with increased occurrence in parts of Kinnaur (upper and lower) and high elevations of Kullu and Chamba. They also were seen to occur in pockets of Lahaul, it concluded. The study followed the Snow Leopard Population Assessment of India protocol, developed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in line with the Global Snow Leopard Ecosystem Protection Programme (GSLEP). Talking to this newspaper, Deputy Conservator of Forest, Spiti Wildlife Division, Goldy Chhabra said, The Spiti landscape is one of Indias most ecologically significant and biodiverse regions. Going forward, our vision is to deepen scientific understanding of the movement ecology of the snow leopard, a keystone species and apex predator of this landscape. Simultaneously, we aim to document lesser-known species, including herpetofauna and amphibians, among others, to showcase the true species richness and ecological importance of the Spiti landscape to the world. Leopard sighting in Haryana A search operation for a leopard was launched and an alert sounded by the forest department in Dhulkot after receiving information about the big cats sighting in a village in Ambala district of Haryana. CCTV footage from the nearby area purportedly showed a wild animal resembling a leopard, they said, but the forest department is yet to confirm its presence. The forest department made an announcement in the village, urging residents to remain vigilant. A search for the animal is underway, according to officials.
Fresh snowfall transforms Himachals high altitudes into winter wonderland
SHIMLA, Oct 23: The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh are draped in a white blanket since last night as fresh snowfall brought a spectacular transformation to the states mountainous landscapes, delighting tourists and locals alike. Snowfall began suddenly yesterday, covering both ends of the Atal Tunnel Rohtang and blanketing the valleys of Lahaul and Pangi. While Kullu witnessed heavy rainfall, Lahaul recorded its second major snowfall of the season. However, the wintry charm also brought disruptions. Vehicular movement has been [] The post Fresh snowfall transforms Himachals high altitudes into winter wonderland appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Canadian paraglider found dead, Australian rescued from Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh
CHANDIGARH: Megan Elizabeth, a 27-year-old Canadian paraglider who had gone missing, was found dead, while a 47-year-old Austrian paraglider, Jacob, was rescued from the high mountains of the Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh in the last 48 hours. Both paragliders had flown in separately from the international Bir-Billing paragliding site in Kangra district and encountered emergencies at different locations. Elizabeth, who was a solo flier, had taken off from Billing and was expected to land at Chogan. However, she was not familiar with the topography of the Dhauladhar region and lost her route and crashed near Talan Jot, north of the Himani Chamunda temple, at an altitude of about 3,900 metres. Megan Elizabeth was an experienced solo flier. She had taken off from Billing and was expected to land Chogan but lost en route, said Anurag Sharma, President of Billing Paragliding Association. The Baijnath authorities, with the help of climbers and volunteers from the Bir Billing Paragliding Association (BPA), had launched a rescue operation on Sunday. Rahul Singh, a member of the rescue team, was the first to be air-dropped into the area on Sunday evening. He reached the crash site later that night and found the paraglider unresponsive. Elizabeth had likely died due to exposure to extreme cold and injuries sustained during the landing on rocky terrain. Five more members of the rescue team were flown in yesterday morning, and they relocated the body about 500 metres uphill from the crash site to facilitate airlifting. Sources said that her body was brought to Gaggal Airport and will be handed over to the Canadian Embassy after the post-mortem. Another SOS was received from an Australian paraglider, Jacob, who was stranded at an elevation of about 3,302 meters in the mountains of Polling-Barot valley in Kullu district, said sources. He was rescued and dropped off at Chogan in Bir. In the last five years, 26 paragliding crashes have been reported in Kangra and Mandi districts of the hill state, resulting in the death of 12 paragliders, including foreign nationals, and injury to many. In some incidents, neither the pilot nor the glider could be located.
Is This India's New Foodie Duo? Anshula & Kullu Hunt for the Creamiest Sandwiches
Some celebrity duos serve glamour, others serve gossip but this one is serving sandwiches, and theyve quickly become the new talk of the town. Kapoor khandan ki beti Anshula Kapoor and the internets funny man Aaditya Kulshreshth (a.k.a Kullu) have joined forces for what they call a very tasty mission of tracking down Mumbais best sandwiches. When the hunt for creaminess gets serious - Anshula & Kullu take the sandwich game up a notch! In a move that had fans instantly intrigued, both swapped their social media display pictures for quirky Taste Bud icons and updated their bios to match. Anshula now introduces herself as Full-time Taste Bud. On my way to find citys tastiest sandwiches, while Kullu proudly declares, Taste Bud here. Findingcitystastiest sandwiches. SandwichEnthu+FlavourDetector. The mystery didnt stop there. Soon after, each set out individually, sampling some of most iconic sandwiches across the city to find the creamiest sandwich. From Bombay Masala Toast to everyones favourite Vada Pav, they showcased a running commentary through reels on Mumbais most favourite sandwiches, giving their verdict on the creaminess of these sandwiches. Speculation, of course, is sizzling. Is this the start of an OTT food travel series? A cross-country street-food challenge? Or simply the quirkiest foodie collab of the year? Fans are already tossing out theories, with one commenting, Move over, food bloggers - theres a new sandwich squad in town, and another cheekily asking, Whats the tea or should we say, spread? While the self-styled Taste Buds are keeping things deliciously mysterious, one thing is clear: the hunt for Mumbai best sandwich powered by Hellmanns has officially begun, and the internet is hungry for more.
Is This India's New Foodie Duo Anshula & Kullu Hunt for the Creamiest Sandwiches
While the self-styled Taste Buds are keeping things deliciously mysterious, one thing is clear: the hunt for Mumbai' best sandwich powered by Hellmann's has officially begun, and the internet is hungry for more.
Kullu Dussehra concludes with Rath Yatra; Rs 200 crore to be spent on water facilities, says Dy CM
SHIMLA, Oct 8: The week-long International Kullu Dussehra celebrations, offering glimpses of divine culture and ancient traditions, concluded on Wednesday with the Rath Yatra of Lord Raghunath and Lanka Dahan (burning of Lanka). Over 260 deities who attended the Kullu Dussehra returned to their respective temples, promising to meet again next year after Lord Raghunath departed for his temple at Raghunathpur on his chariot following Lanka Dahan. Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, who attended the closing ceremony of the festival [] The post Kullu Dussehra concludes with Rath Yatra; Rs 200 crore to be spent on water facilities, says Dy CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himachal welcomes seasons first snowfall
CHANDIGARH: The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh, including Rohtang Pass and Dhauladhar ranges, received the seasons first snowfall on Sunday morning, leading to a drop in the minimum temperature. The Kullu district administration has suspended vehicular traffic to Rohtang Pass and advised commuters not to venture through this highway. A fresh spell of mild snowfall on the Dhauladhar ranges and overnight rainfall in parts of Kangra and Chamba districts brought a dip in temperatures across several hill towns of the hill state ushering in early winter-like conditions. As Dharamsala, McLeodganj, Kangra, Palampur, Dalhousie, Chamba and Bharmour witnessed a significant change in weather, with a sudden chill replacing the warm sunshine of the past few days. Intermittent showers continued through the morning in several parts of the region, leading to the formation of dense fog that blanketed the upper reaches of the mountains. Strong icy winds swept the higher and mid hills of the state followed by severe thunderstorm, lightning and intermittent rains. Also, there were reports of uprooting of trees due to storm and heavy downpour from several parts of the state. According to the Meteorological Department, Dharamsala and its twin town McLeodganj recorded 25.5 mm of rainfall during the night, while Palampur received 10.2 mm, Kangra 18.4 mm and Chamba 4 mm, Brahmani 26.4, Nangal Dam 23 mm, Malraon 22, Bilaspur 20.4 mm and Nainadevi 18.1 mm. Thunderstorm was witnessed in Kufri, Jot, Murari devi, Sundernagar, Bhunter, Kangra and Shimla while gusty winds with velocity of 30 to 61 Kmph lashed Reckongpeo, Tabo, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Sundernagar and Kukumseri. The minimum temperatures dropped by one to three degrees across HP and Tabo was coldest with a low of 3.1 degrees, followed by Keylong 3.6 degrees, Kalpa and Kukumseri 6.2 degrees and Kufri and Narkanda 10 degrees each. An orange alert has been issued warning of hail, heavy to very rain, thunderstorm, lightning and gusty winds with speeds ranging from 40 to 50 kmph at isolated places in six districts of Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Lahaul and Spiti districts on October 6.
Himachal Pradesh sees fresh snowfall and thunderstorms
CHANDIGARH: The high-altitude areas of Himachal Pradesh, including Rohtang Pass and the Dhauladhar ranges, received fresh snowfall on Sunday morning, bringing down the minimum temperature. The Kullu district administration has suspended vehicular traffic to Rohtang Pass and urged commuters to avoid using the highway. A fresh spell of mild snowfall over the Dhauladhar ranges, along with overnight rainfall in parts of Kangra and Chamba districts, has led to a drop in temperatures across several hill towns, ushering in early winter-like conditions. Dharamshala, McLeodganj, Kangra, Palampur, Dalhousie, Chamba, and Bharmour experienced a sudden change in weather, with a sharp chill replacing the warm sunshine of the past few days. Intermittent showers continued through the morning in many parts of the region, causing thick fog to cover the higher mountain areas. Strong winds swept the higher and mid hills of the state, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and intermittent rain. Several reports also came in of trees being uprooted due to the storm and heavy rainfall across the state. According to the Meteorological Department, Dharamshala and its twin town McLeodganj recorded 25.5 mm of rainfall during the night, while Palampur received 10.2 mm, Kangra 18.4 mm and Chamba 4 mm, Brahmani 26.4, Nangal Dam 23 mm, Malraon 22, Bilaspur 20.4 mm and Nainadevi 18.1 mm. Thunderstorm was witnessed in Kufri, Jot, Murari devi, Sundernagar, Bhunter, Kangra and Shimla while gusty winds with velocity of 30 to 61 kmph lashed Reckongpeo, Tabo, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Sundernagar and Kukumseri. Minimum temperatures fell by one to three degrees across the state. Tabo was the coldest at 3.1 degrees Celsius, followed by Keylong at 3.6 degrees Celsius. Kalpa and Kukumseri recorded 6.2 degrees Celsius each, while Kufri and Narkanda saw 10 degrees Celsius. The weather office has issued an orange alert for October 6, warning of hail, heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds of 40 to 50 kmph in isolated areas across six districts: Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Sirmaur, and Lahaul and Spiti. Tourist inflow has increased following the withdrawal of the monsoon, which had caused havoc in the state, resulting in losses of over Rs 4,800 crore. Shimla saw a rise in visitors, with a large number of foreign tourists spotted in the city.
Gen Z of Himachal preserver of culture, different from their peers abroad: Governor
SHIMLA, Oct 2: Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Thursday praised the Gen Z of the state and said they were different from their peers abroad as they remain connected to traditions and serve as preservers of heritage. Inaugurating the week-long International Kullu Dussehra celebrations at Rath Maidan in Kullu town, the Governor participated in the traditional Rath Yatra of Lord Raghunath Ji and said, The difference between the Gen Z of Himachal and those abroad is that [] The post Gen Z of Himachal preserver of culture, different from their peers abroad: Governor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himachal: Kullu police to use AI for surveillance during international Dussehra festival
SHIMLA, Sep 30: The Kullu police will deploy artificial intelligence for surveillance during the International Kullu Dussehra, with anti-goon squads in place and special measures taken to prevent pickpocketing and ensure a beggar-free festival. About 1,200 police personnel will be deployed to maintain law and order and ensure security during the celebrations, scheduled from Vijay Dashmi on October 2 to October 8 in Himachal Pradeshs Kullu district, officials said on Tuesday. For the first time, the police will use AI-based [] The post Himachal: Kullu police to use AI for surveillance during international Dussehra festival appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
