Dense Fog In Delhi

30 Flights delayed…

On Tuesday, 26 December 2023, Flights in and out of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport faced delays as a thick fog enveloped the Delhi-NCR region.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a drop in temperature, reaching nearly 7 degrees Celsius in the national capital.

At Delhi airport, around 30 flights, including international ones, experienced delays in arrivals and departures.

The Delhi Airport Flight Display System data on Tuesday morning indicated disruptions, with sources suggesting that more flights could be affected the entire day.

A passenger advisory issued by the Delhi airport highlighted the potential impact on non-CAT III compliant flights, stating, "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."

The arrival of 14 trains in the northern part was also delayed due to the foggy conditions.

CAT-III (Category III) Instrument Landing System (ILS) is an anti-fog landing system initiated by the Delhi airport to facilitate landings during low runway visibility.

Morning scenes from major locations such as India Gate, Sarai Kale Khan, AIIMS, Safdarjung, and Anand Vihar depicted a city covered in dense fog, suddenly reducing visibility and prompting residents to seek refuge in night shelters as the cold wave intensified overnight.