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Jammu and Kashmir faces a severe threat to biodiversity due to an extended dry spell lasting six weeks during the Chillai Kalan, the coldest phase from December 21 to January 29. The region has experienced a 79% rainfall deficit, with only 12.6 mm recorded in December 2023, attributing the dry weather to the climatic phenomenon El Niño. Unusually warm temperatures, 6-8°C above average, and a lack of snowfall are impacting water bodies, glaciers, and key sectors like agriculture, horticulture, and tourism. The dry spell may affect hydropower generation, irrigation, and seed germination, posing risks of forest fires and pushing wildlife towards residential areas. Geoscientists warn of elevated pollutant levels, glacier melting, and the potential for Glacial Lake Outburst Flooding (GLOF). Winter tourism, particularly in popular destinations like Gulmarg and Pahalgam, is significantly impacted, with hotel cancellations and decreased tourist activity due to the absence of snow.

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