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Omar Abdullah Calls For Artificial Snow To Boost Gulmarg As Global Ski Destination

By IANS News February 23, 2026 • 19:40 PM View: 57

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday stressed the urgent need for artificial snow generation in Gulmarg to safeguard winter sports and strengthen tourism.

Addressing the commencement of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026, Abdullah said climate variability poses a serious challenge to traditional winter games in the region and called for artificial snow generation to boost Gulmarg as an international ski resort.

Welcoming the participants, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of adapting to changing weather conditions as he noted that recent snowfall patterns have become unpredictable, forcing authorities to rethink long-term planning for winter sports infrastructure.

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