While much of Pakistan swelters under a scorching heatwave, the Kaghan Valley in the north is experiencing a delightful contrast - snowfall in June.

Tourists escaping the intense heat are flocking to the higher reaches of the valley, where they are enjoying the unexpected winter wonderland.

This untimely snowfall has also led to the postponement of the renowned Shandur Festival in the northern areas.

Meanwhile, the hill station of Murree is also experiencing rainfall, making for a pleasant atmosphere.

However, the joy of this unusual weather is overshadowed by a growing concern: the alarming signs of climate change.

Pakistan’s weather patterns are experiencing a drastic shift, with unpredictable snowfall in higher regions and erratic rainfall patterns.

The country is among the top ten nations most vulnerable to climate change. Global warming is causing polar ice caps to melt, and Pakistan’s glaciers are also receding at an accelerated rate.

With over 7,000 glaciers, Pakistan has more glaciers than any other country outside the Arctic and Antarctic. The accelerated melting of these glaciers leads to sudden surges in river water levels, causing floods that devastate crops and displace millions.