Rajasthan’s Mount Abu Freezes At -7°C Amid Severe Cold Wave

Mount Abu, Rajasthan’s famed hill station, is reeling under extreme winter conditions as temperatures plunged to -7 degrees Celsius, the lowest of the season. The cold wave gripping northern and northwestern India has intensified, with the town witnessing frozen ponds, icy layers on water surfaces, and frost-covered landscapes.  

Meteorologists attribute the unusual severity of the chill to heavy Himalayan snowfall and shifting wind patterns. Typically, winter begins to ease after Basant Panchami, but this year has defied seasonal trends, leaving residents and tourists grappling with unprecedented cold.  

Key Highlights  

• Mount Abu recorded -7 degrees Celsius, the lowest temperature this season  
• Water bodies, ponds, and grasslands froze under thick layers of ice  
• Cold wave linked to Himalayan snowfall and strong winds  
• Winter conditions intensified despite seasonal expectation of easing after Basant Panchami  
• Residents and visitors faced disruptions due to frozen water supplies and icy roads  

Future Outlook  
Weather experts warn that the cold wave may persist for several more days, with temperatures likely to remain below freezing. Authorities have urged residents to take precautions, while tourism officials expect the icy spectacle to draw visitors despite the harsh conditions.  

Sources: Hindustan Times, News18, ANI