The Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Thursday morning issued a fog advisory, warning passengers of possible disruptions to flight operations due to reduced visibility in the national capital.
In a post shared on X at around 8:10 am, Delhi Airport said, “Due to dense fog, flight operations are currently under CAT III conditions, which may lead to delays or disruptions. We are working closely with all stakeholders to minimise inconvenience to passengers.”
“For the latest flight status, please contact your respective airlines. We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused,” the post added.
The advisory comes as Delhi continues to experience dense fog and deteriorating air quality, reducing visibility during early morning hours and impacting air traffic at the airport.
Meanwhile, large parts of the national capital were blanketed by a thick layer of toxic smog, significantly reducing visibility and causing discomfort to residents. RK Puram was shrouded in dense smog, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 374, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
The Anand Vihar area recorded an AQI of 415, categorised as ‘severe’, while the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked all measures under GRAP Stage-IV across Delhi-NCR.
A thick layer of smog also engulfed areas around Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, with the AQI reported at 349, falling under the ‘very poor’ category. The Najafgarh area recorded a comparatively lower AQI of 284, though toxic smog continued to linger.
The Dhaula Kuan area was blanketed by smog with an AQI of 266, categorised as ‘poor’, while areas outside ISBT Kashmere Gate recorded an AQI of 384, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category.
As per AQI classification, levels between 0–50 are considered ‘good’, **51–100 ‘satisfactory’, **101–200 ‘moderate’, **201–300 ‘poor’, **301–400 ‘very poor’, and **401–500 ‘severe’*. (Agencies)
