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flag Shimla prepares for a snowy New Year, but climate change threatens its traditional winter.

flag Shimla is bracing for a surge in tourists ahead of New Year celebrations, with nearly all hotels booked and the nine-day Winter Carnival drawing crowds to the Ridge ground. flag The India Meteorological Department forecasts snowfall on December 31, sparking hopes for a "White New Year" and boosting visitor excitement. flag Authorities have made extensive preparations for safety and crowd management, while locals and tourists alike express enthusiasm, with some planning extended stays if snow arrives. flag However, the city faces growing concerns over declining snowfall due to rising temperatures, deforestation, and climate change, with December 2024 seeing no snow and a 99% rainfall deficit, signaling a shift in Shimla’s traditional winter patterns.

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