Hundreds of tourists gathered at the historic Ridge Ground in Shimla, on the night of December 31 and Thursday morning to celebrate the New Year. Visitors welcomed the New Year with enthusiasm and waited eagerly for snowfall. Though it did not snow, the festive mood remained high.
The ongoing Shimla Winter Carnival, which includes folk dances, Punjabi songs and colourful cultural performances, became a major attraction for tourists. Despite the absence of snow, visitors were seen dancing and celebrating in the open, enjoying the pleasant weather and festive atmosphere.
Tourists from different parts of the nation shared their happiness and expressed hope and optimism for the year 2026.
"Everything is very good for us here. I hope the coming time will be good for everyone. The year 2026 should bring happiness and prosperity for all. We are welcoming the New Year here along with the festival and enjoying it with the hope that it brings joy to everyone," said a tourist.
"I am feeling very enthusiastic and happy. We have come with the entire family and are enjoying a lot. The festival is very good. It would have been even better if there was snowfall, but the weather is still wonderful," said Kamal, another tourist.
A woman tourist from Uttar Pradesh shared her enthusiasm while celebrating the New Year in Shimla.
"We are enjoying a lot. The festival is very good, the songs are excellent, and the performances are impressive. The New Year celebration is amazing. We are truly enjoying ourselves," said another tourist.
"It is very nice here. There is a lot of excitement, and we are enjoying a lot. The weather is pleasant, and we are giving our best wishes to everyone on the occasion of the New Year," said Anushka.
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