Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:42am on 18 Nov 2024,Monday International
Thick smog blanketed Delhi, disrupting over 160 flights and delaying 28 trains by 2-9 hours. Seven flights were canceled, with departure delays averaging 22 minutes at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Authorities implemented low-visibility procedures, advising passengers to contact airlines. Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a “severe plus” level of 481, with 32 of 34 monitoring stations reporting hazardous levels. GRAP Stage 4 measures were activated, and primary schools shifted online. Staggered office timings were announced to curb pollution. Commuters faced long waits as visibility dropped on major routes, including NH24 near Akshardham Temple.
