Mount Abu Freezes: Rajasthan's Kashmir Shivers at -3°C, Sharad Mahotsav Thrills Tourists!

• Mount Abu, Rajasthan's only hill station, records -3°C near Shankar Math, with ice sheets covering various areas for the fourth consecutive day.
• The extreme cold has transformed dew drops into ice on gardens, fields, and vehicles, creating a "Kashmir-like" spectacle for tourists.
• Over 30,000 tourists, especially from Gujarat, have flocked to Mount Abu for New Year and the ongoing Sharad Mahotsav, enjoying sites like Nakki Lake.
• Sharad Mahotsav (Dec 29-31) features international and Bollywood artists, cultural programs, and fireworks to welcome New Year 2026.
• Private English medium schools are closed until February 15 due to the cold, while hotels are fully booked and local businesses are thriving.

Why It Matters: Mount Abu experiences extreme cold and ice, drawing massive tourist crowds for Sharad Mahotsav and New Year.