Snowfall in high altitude of Taplejung including Pathibhara

Snowfall along with moderate rain has occurred in high hill territory of the Taplejung district since Tuesday evening.

Normal life has been affected due to snowfall in the northern higher belt of the district, including Pathibhara Temple – a pilgrimage site located at an altitude of 3,794 meters.

Constable at Phedi-based police post Milan Katuwal informed that the trekking route leading to Pathibhara Temple and settlement at Phedi has been receiving snowfall.

This time there has been a brief rainfall in some places of the district after a long time. The farmers who cultivated winter crops were facing problems due to the dearth of rain for a long time after the winter. Farmers said the rainfall with snow will provide some relief.

Executive Director of Pathibhara Area Development Committee, Prajin Hangbang said that the number of pilgrims visiting Pathibhara has decreased for some days due to rise in cold.

However, the arrival of domestic religious tourists has been increasing in Pathibhara every year due to snowfall.