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Fog Alert for Northern India: How Dense Fog Is Disrupting Flights

The Civil Aviation Ministry has issued a heavy fog alert for airports across northern India. Dense fog is severely affecting visibility and disrupting flight operations in Delhi and other regions. Passengers are strongly advised to check their flight status with airlines before traveling to the airport. Airlines like IndiGo are coordinating with airports and may proactively cancel flights to prioritise passenger safety.

Key Points: Fog Alert for North India Airports as Delhi Flights Disrupted

  • Ministry warns dense fog has severely reduced visibility at Delhi and other northern airports
  • Passengers advised to check flight status with airlines before heading to airport
  • IndiGo says some flights may face delays or be cancelled for safety
  • Airport teams and ATC are working to minimise disruptions amid the fog
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Civil Aviation Ministry issues alert for northern India airports amid dense fog, travellers advised to check flights

Civil Aviation Ministry issues heavy fog alert for northern India, advising passengers to check flight status and allow extra travel time due to low visibility.

"Heavy Fog Alert for Northern India... severely affecting visibility. Safety is our top priority. - Ministry of Civil Aviation"

New Delhi, December 15

The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Monday issued a heavy fog alert for airports across northern India, warning that dense fog has significantly reduced visibility and disrupted flight operations, including arrivals and departures, particularly in Delhi.

Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with airlines before leaving for the airport and to monitor updates on airport websites or mobile applications. Travellers have also been asked to allow extra time for their journeys due to possible fog-related delays.

In an post on X, the Ministry of Civil Aviation wrote, "Heavy Fog Alert for Northern India Delhi (DEL) & other airports in Northern India are experiencing dense fog, severely affecting visibility. For Passengers: Before heading to the airport, please check the latest flight status with your airline. Check flight information on the airport website/app. Please allow extra travel time. Safety is our top priority. Our teams & ATC are working tirelessly to minimise disruptions. Thank you for your patience and cooperation."

The Ministry emphasised that safety remains the top priority, noting that airport teams and air traffic controllers are working diligently to minimise disruptions. Passengers were thanked for their patience and cooperation during the ongoing adverse weather conditions.

Meanwhile, IndiGo Airlines also issued an advisory on the low visibility conditions over the national capital, saying that dense fog has affected operations at Delhi and several other airports in northern India.

"Low visibility (below minima), due to dense fog, has severely impacted operations at Delhi and other airports across northern India, which is unfortunately beyond our control. Our teams are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with Delhi airport, in line with established safety protocols," IndiGo said in the press statement.

The airline said that while operations are being adjusted according to prevailing weather conditions, some flights may face delays, while others could be cancelled proactively during the day to prioritise safety and avoid extended waiting times at airports.

"We have issued advisories to our customers and proactively informed them, to minimise inconvenience," the statement read.

IndiGo further urged passengers to regularly check flight status on official airline websites and mobile applications to stay updated on any delays or cancellations before travelling to the airport.

- ANI

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Priya S
Stuck at IGI since 5 AM! The advisory came a bit late for early morning fliers like us. The staff is trying their best, but the seating and food options are a nightmare when hundreds are delayed. Please improve passenger facilities during such crises.
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Aman W
Safety first, absolutely. Better to have a delayed flight than an unsafe one. Kudos to the ATC and ground teams working in these tough conditions. As travellers, we need to be patient and plan ahead. Checking the app before leaving home is basic due diligence.
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Sarah B
Visiting from the US and caught in this. The communication from IndiGo was actually quite prompt via email. The situation is chaotic but seems managed. It's an act of nature, after all. Hope everyone reaches their destinations safely.
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Vikram M
This affects not just air travel but also trains and roads in the NCR. The government should issue a combined advisory for all transport. Many people have connecting journeys. A little more proactive, integrated planning would help millions.
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Kavya N
My flight to Chandigarh was cancelled. While I appreciate the safety concern, the refund/ rebooking process is so tedious. Airlines make you wait for hours on call. They need a better, automated system for weather-related cancellations.

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