Special Report: Heavy Snowfall in Manali Brings Cheers to Tourists on New Year's Day

In this special report, an India Today correspondent reports live from the Solang Valley, situated near the Atal Tunnel, on January 1, 2026. The reporter highlights that while Manali town itself did not witness any snowfall, the higher altitudes between Solang and the Atal Tunnel are experiencing heavy snow, bringing immense cheer to thousands of tourists who have flocked to the region. The footage captures tourists in a celebratory 'party mode,' enjoying the fresh snow after celebrating New Year's Eve. However, the reporter also notes that the massive influx of visitors has led to a significant traffic jam on the route between Solang and the Atal Tunnel. The broadcast, filmed by camera person Girish Durgapal, captures the dual scenes of joyous winter tourism and the logistical challenges of heavy snowfall in the mountains.