Amid the chilling winter, shallow fog enveloped the national capital on Friday, affecting visibility in several areas and causing disruptions to flights and train services.
Delhi Airport on Wednesday issued a passenger advisory that read, "While landing and takeoffs 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."
Delhiiites on Sunday woke up to a shallow fog and chilly morning with minimum temperature settling at 6 degrees Celsius, three notches below the seasonal average, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD). 📰 Delhi Weather Update: City Records 6 Degrees Celsius As Minimum Temperature, Air Quality Index ‘Severe’.
Delhi and its adjoining areas in the National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to a dense veil of fog this morning, significantly impacting visibility in various areas.
Following traffic congestion and delays in flight operations at the Delhi airport due to fog on January 14 morning, Union Minister of Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday said the temporary shutdown of airport operations, including CAT III runways, was due to near-zero visibility. Delhi Airport Chaos: ‘Unprecedented Fog Compelled Shutdown for Some Time’, Says Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Airport Congestion.