The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) issued an advisory stating that approximately 30 flights, including international ones, were delayed due to the low visibility conditions affecting both arrivals and departures. Additionally, two flights were diverted to manage the situation effectively.
Passengers faced considerable inconvenience and were advised to stay in contact with their airlines for the most up-to-date flight information.
Rail travel was not spared from the impact of the fog either. Reports indicated that 14 trains within the Northern Zone of the Indian Railways were also affected by the fog, experiencing delays as visibility dropped significantly in areas around Delhi, including landmarks such as India Gate and AIIMS.
Despite the advancements in signaling systems that have reduced the impact of fog on train operations, the sheer density of the fog led to substantial delays ranging from 1:30 to 4:30 hours for 20 trains, as stated by a railway spokesperson.
December 26, causing significant disruptions to both air and rail travel.
The India Meteorological Department reported a temperature drop to nearly 7 degrees Celsius in Delhi and predicted that the widespread dense fog would persist across various regions of the country until January 2nd
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