Amid Heavy Smog In National Capital Over 300 Flights Delayed (image-pixabay)
A recent report has revealed that over 300 flights approximately were affected by the dense fog persisting in the national capital. Due to the low visibility, over 300 flights have been delayed at the Delhi Airport, reports Flightradar 24.
From the flight tracker website, a total of 115 flights arriving in Delhi since 12 am, and 226 flights departing from Delhi has been delayed. It said that there is a 17-minute average delay in arrivals and a significant 54-minute average delay in departure.
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Alerting the passengers regarding the poor visibility, the Delhi airport has issued a travel advisory. “Low visibility procedures in progress at Delhi Airport. Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information,” it wrote on X.
IndiGo Airlines has also posted a travel advisory on X, urging the passengers to keep a tab on their flights as some flights might be delayed due to “winter fog”.
“This morning, winter fog may impact flights to/from Amritsar, Varanasi & Delhi. Do keep a tab on your flight status before heading to the airport. Also, please allow additional travel time as road traffic may move slower than usual due to low visibility. Thank you for your patience, and we wish you a smooth journey,” the post read.
The air quality in the national capital had deteriorated in the past 24 hours. It has gone from 418 to 452 air quality index. On Tuesday, Delhi recorded an overall AQI of 334. According to CPCB, Delhi’s AQI was measured at 459 at 12 pm, falling further under the ‘severe category’.
Meanwhile, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has announced that the third phase of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP 3) will not be imposed for now.
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“Fog layer in Delhi due to low wind speed, it is expected to improve. Delhi government will take all steps necessary if the pollution situation worsens due to adverse weather conditions,” he said.
