The valley is also experiencing warmer weather, with most stations in Kashmir recording a 6-8C (11-14F) rise in temperature this winter.

 

Local business owners say that the lack of tourists is impacting them

Hotel owners say tourists have cancelled their reservations, while many left after visiting the place as they were unable to enjoy skiing or sleigh rides.

"Over 40% of hotel reservations have been cancelled and new bookings are currently on hold," Aqib Chaya, president of Gulmarg Hoteliers Club, says.

Raj Kumar, a resident of the western state of Maharashtra who visited Kashmir with his family for the first time, says that they were crestfallen.

"We came here to witness snowfall and go on a cable car ride…but we were disappointed to see a snowless Gulmarg," he says.