Srinagar's Dal Lake is frozen with a layer of ice on it, leading to more tourists visiting the popular destination and prompting the authorities to issue a safety alert for the public

Srinagar has recorded one of the coldest nights in the history with a temperature of minus 7.8 degree celsius. The Dal Lake is partially frozen and locals are affected by the extreme weather conditions.

Enthusiasts and athletes heave a sigh of relief as they can finally participate in a host of events