The national capital on Wednesday found itself shrouded in a dense layer of fog, with trains and flights to and from the city affected by the adverse weather. Residents and commuters reported visibility issues. The Indira Gandhi International Airport saw at least three flights diverted due to the bad weather.
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The CAT III compliant status of Delhi Airport’s runway 29L has been restored after being downgraded to CAT I due to cranes interfering with the instrument landing system. The aviation minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia, announced the operationalization of the runway and issued Standard Operating Procedures to mitigate passenger inconvenience caused by fog-induced disruptions. ‘War Rooms’ will be set up to address any issues, and CISF manpower will be available round-the-clock.
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Cold wave conditions persist in North India, leading to zero visibility in Delhi due to thick fog. The ongoing cold wave has disrupted normal life, causing difficulties for commuters and impacting transportation systems. The thick fog has also affected air and rail services, resulting in delays and cancellations. Authorities have issued advisories urging people to take necessary precautions and stay updated with weather alerts.
At least 20 trains are expected to be delayed due to fog in several parts of the country. Trains like Katihar-Amritsar Express, Khajuarao-Kurukshetra Express, Jammutawi-Ajmer Express, and Ajmer-Katra Pooja Express are running late. Foggy conditions have been reported in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Schools up to class 8 have been closed in Chandigarh due to prevailing weather conditions. The air quality in the national capital remains very poor.
