Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Rainfall and Snowfall Boost Kashmir's Saffron and Tourism
Farmers in Kashmir who grow saffron, a special spice, were very happy because it rained after a long time without rain.
The dry weather was making their crops sad and not growing well.
The rain helped the crops and also made the soil wet again.
It also helped tourists because it snowed in the mountains, making it a nice place to visit.
The farmers are still careful because the weather can be unpredictable, but they are hopeful now.
The snowfall has also brought smiles to tourists and industry stakeholders, who are hoping for a revival of the tourism sector in Kashmir.
Rainfall after 24 hours of dry spell relieved saffron farmers in Pampore, Kashmir.
Prolonged dry weather threatened saffron crop development and future yields.
Rainfall and snowfall were recorded across Kashmir, with Gulmarg receiving the highest.
Saffron, known as 'red gold', is crucial for 16,000 families in the Valley.
Rainfall replenished soil moisture, eased water scarcity, and boosted winter tourism with increased tourist queries and bookings.
- Who
- Saffron farmers in Pampore, Kashmir and tourists in Gulmarg and Sonamarg
- What
- Rainfall and snowfall after a prolonged dry spell
- When
- Over the past 24 hours
- Where
- Kashmir, particularly Pampore, Gulmarg, and Sonamarg
- Why
- To relieve drought conditions, benefit saffron crops, and boost tourism
- Location
- Kashmir, particularly Pampore and Gulmarg
- Rainfall Duration
- 24 hours
- Saffron Production
- 2.6-3.4 metric tonnes annually
- Families Dependent
- 16,000
- Highest Rainfall
- Gulmarg (24.4 mm)
- Snowfall
- Gulmarg (20 cm)
- Impact
- Replenished soil moisture, eased water scarcity, boosted winter tourism
- Tourism Impact
- Increased tourist queries and bookings