Manali Faces Ongoing Traffic Congestion as Christmas and New Year Tourists Pour In

Tourist destination Manali in Himachal Pradesh witnessed massive traffic congestion on Sunday as people thronged to the hill station causing slow vehicular movement ahead of Christmas and New Year

Massive Traffic Congestion Grips Manali as Tourists Flock for Christmas and New Year Celebrations

Manali, a popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh, faced severe traffic congestion on Sunday as crowds descended upon the hill station, causing slow-moving traffic in anticipation of Christmas and New Year festivities.

A video capturing the long line of vehicles on the roads leading to Manali has gone viral on social media, particularly on X (formerly known as Twitter), highlighting the significant traffic challenges.

The footage underscores the persistent traffic snarls with no immediate relief in sight. A similar situation of substantial traffic congestion was observed from Manali to Atal Tunnel, as portrayed in another viral video on X.

This annual traffic phenomenon is typical during this time in the region due to Manali’s popularity as a winter tourist destination, attracting a large number of visitors eager to experience snowfall and celebrate the festive season with friends and family.

According to reports, Shimla police anticipated a considerable influx of visitors leading up to the year-end festivities.

The police are bracing for the arrival of over one lakh tourist vehicles in the hill town during the last week of the year.