A thick layer of smog continued to cover Delhi on Tuesday, with air quality remaining in the ‘poor’ category across many parts of the city, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
The city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 288, placing it in the ‘poor’ category. Several areas recorded higher pollution levels, including Anand Vihar (343), RK Puram (324), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (313), Dwarka (307), Ashok Vihar (302), and ITO (286).
Some locations reported relatively better air quality in the ‘moderate’ category. Bawana recorded an AQI of 194, while IGI Airport stood at 185, CPCB data showed.
Meanwhile, flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport continued under CAT III conditions due to low visibility, airport authorities said. While both arrivals and departures are operating, passengers may face delays or disruptions and have been advised to check flight updates with their airlines.
CAT III refers to an advanced Instrument Landing System that allows aircraft to land in very low visibility conditions. Such operations require specialised aircraft equipment and trained pilots.
Airlines also issued advisories. IndiGo said fog and low visibility in cities including Delhi, Amritsar, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Varanasi, Ranchi, and Hindon could affect flight schedules. The airline said it is monitoring weather conditions closely and advised passengers to stay updated through official channels.
Earlier, the Sub-Committee on the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) under the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked Stage III restrictions on Friday evening after air quality improved due to favourable weather conditions.
However, authorities have urged residents to strictly follow the citizen charter under GRAP Stages I and II to prevent further deterioration in air quality. (Agencies)
