Heavy snowfall in Pathibhara

Phungling, Feb 22: Heavy snowfall has taken place in the Pathibhara (Mukumlung) area of Taplejung. The snowfall occurred last night in Pathibhara, which lies at an altitude of 3,794 meters, and other adjoining areas.    

The Pathibhara area has received the heaviest snowfall of this year, after moderate snowfall for the first time last month, according to Pathibhara Area Development Committee member Rajendra Mahat. Snowfall has taken place up to Kafle Pati.    

Despite the heavy snowfall pilgrims who went to visit Pathibhara were not affected, said Prajin Hangbang, executive director of the Committee. Since a fiber roof has been installed on the two-kilometer trekking route pilgrims are be able to reach Pathibhara Dham easily even in case of snowfall.    

According to the Pathibhara Area Development Committee, 300 pilgrims performed pooja at Pathibhara Dham today.  (RSS)