Heavy traffic gripped Manali as thousands of tourists flocked to the snow-covered hill station ahead of New Year. Areas in Lahaul-Spiti and upper reaches of Manali received snowfall on December 27. This attracted numerous tourists to Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, and Atal Tunnel regions. Over 30,000 people visited Manali in the past week, with around 10,000 vehicles recorded entering the town.