India’s domestic airline IndiGo on Saturday issued a travel advisory warning of possible flight disruptions to Ranchi, Jammu and Hindon airports due to low visibility caused by dense fog.
In a statement, IndiGo said it is closely monitoring weather conditions and advised passengers to stay updated on their flight status.
“Low visibility and fog over Ranchi, Jammu and Hindon Airport may impact flight schedules. We are closely monitoring the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be safely and smoothly. We request passengers to stay updated on their flight status. Please be assured that our teams are here to assist you at every step and provide full support. We look forward to clearer skies and a swift return to our regular schedule,” IndiGo said in its advisory.
Meanwhile, flight operations at Jaisalmer Airport were also affected due to dense fog and low visibility. In view of passenger safety and convenience, airlines have been directed to strictly adhere to passenger facilitation norms.
Earlier, Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi issued a passenger advisory on Saturday morning stating that low-visibility procedures were in progress due to dense fog. However, the airport clarified that all flight operations were functioning normally.
“Low Visibility Procedures are still in progress at Delhi Airport. All flight operations are functioning normally. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight updates,” the airport said in its 7:00 am statement.
Delhi’s air quality also deteriorated on Saturday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 384 around 8 am, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). This marked a rise from Friday, when the AQI stood at 374 at around 4 pm.
Large parts of the national capital were enveloped in a dense layer of toxic smog, significantly reducing visibility and causing discomfort to residents. (Agencies)
