Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], October 11 (ANI): Many parts of the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday witnessed spells of rain and hailstorm, bringing respite from hot weather.

The change came as a much-needed break from the rising temperature.

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Meanwhile, paddy crops were reported damaged in many parts of the Udhampur district.

The Zoji La pass also witnessed fresh snowfall near Sonmarg of Jammu and Kashmir.

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India Metrological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms accompanied with lightning and gusty wind at isolated places over Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh for today. (ANI)

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