Cold Wave and Fog in Delhi Lead to Travel Chaos
The cold wave persists in wreaking havoc across all of North India, including Delhi, where a thick fog has enveloped the national capital, causing vehicular traffic to slow down. Thick fog disrupted flight and train services, reducing visibility in the area.
More than 200 trains are currently delayed, with many arriving at their destinations hours behind schedule, leading to significant inconvenience for passengers at the railway station.
More than 100 flights leaving Delhi were delayed because of low visibility caused by fog at the airport. The impacted airlines include SpiceJet, IndiGo, and Air India.
Impact of Fog on Indian Railways:
The train's speed has been diminished by fog, resulting in a delay of 2-4 hours. The departure was postponed because there was no green signal on the railway track. Individuals endured considerable discomfort as they waited for hours in the frigid temperatures.
Several trains, such as the Katra Vande Bharat, Ajmer Shatabdi, Delhi-Palwal, Prayagraj Humsafar, Varanasi Vande Bharat, Rani Kamlapati Shatabdi, Lucknow Shatabdi, and Indore-New Delhi Express, have encountered delays.
More Than 100 Flights Delayed
Over 100 flights have been delayed because of adverse weather conditions. The thick fog reduced visibility, preventing the flights from departing as planned.
Simultaneously, the airlines advised passengers to visit the official website for accurate flight information and schedules. Fog has disrupted flight operations.