Overview

• Light to moderate snowfall was reported across Khardung La, Changla Top, and parts of the Zanskar Valley in the past 24 hours, officials said.
• Leh and Kargil districts recorded rainfall with no immediate damage reported.
• Authorities cautioned about risks to old mud houses, water seepage, localized landslides or mudslides, and possible traffic disruption over high passes.
• Several flights to and from Leh Airport were canceled due to the weather, delaying the Dalai Lama’s planned return to Dharamshala.
• The forecast calls for heavy rain risk on Tuesday followed by dry conditions from August 27 to 30.