Dense winter fog disrupts flight, train services in Delhi for third day
The Hindu
Delhi covered in fog causing travel disruptions, cold waves, and poor air quality; homeless seek refuge in shelters.
A thick layer of fog blanketed Delhi on Sunday (January 5, 2025) morning causing disruption in the flight and train services in the national capital.
The city also witnessed cold waves and temperature dip in the morning.
Several flights are delayed at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, due to fog.
"While landings and take-offs continue at Delhi Airport, flights that are not CAT III compliant may get affected. Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information. Any inconvenience caused is deeply regretted," Delhi Airport said in an advisory posted on X.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded 10° Celsius at 5.30 a.m. on Sunday.
At this time yesterday, the city's temperature was 10.2° Celsius.
Several trains are running late at New Delhi railway station due to fog.