Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:40am on 03 Jan 2025,Friday India
Dense fog and smog disrupted over 100 flights at Delhi's IGI Airport on Friday, with no diversions reported. Airlines, including IndiGo and SpiceJet, warned passengers of delays. The CAT III system ensured some operations in low visibility. Delhi's air quality index hit 351, rated "very poor," while the city ranked third among the world's most polluted capitals, per IQAir. Thick smog reduced visibility to zero in parts of the city, causing some train delays. Authorities urged travelers to stay updated with airlines. Delhi Airport handles 1,300 daily flights.
