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Airport Alert: 40 flights cancelled, over 200 delayed at IGI Airport; check flight updates before travelling

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Airport Alert: 40 flights cancelled, over 200 delayed at IGI Airport; check flight updates before travelling

Delhi Fog Airport Alert: In addition to IndiGo, other major airlines like SpiceJet have also issued warnings. Dense fog has significantly reduced visibility around Indira Gandhi International Airport.

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With the onset of winter in Delhi, the first effects of the weather were felt on Monday morning. Dense fog enveloped the capital, significantly reducing visibility. This directly impacted air and road traffic. In view of the inclement weather, Delhi Airport and several airlines have issued travel advisories for passengers and warned of flight delays. Visibility on most runways at Delhi Airport is around 100.

Impact of Low Visibility at Delhi Airport

Due to dense fog in Delhi-NCR on Monday morning, visibility around Indira Gandhi International Airport decreased significantly. The airport administration issued an alert for passengers at 6:12 am, warning that flight operations may be affected due to the weather. Passengers have been urged to confirm their flight status with their airlines first.

IndiGo issues travel advisory

IndiGo Airlines said in a statement that due to low visibility in Delhi, departures for some flights may be delayed. The airline advises passengers to arrive at the airport with additional time. IndiGo also said that its teams are continuously monitoring the weather conditions and are fully prepared to assist passengers.

Flight Delays

Dense fog at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport has caused significant flight disruptions since morning. Nearly 40 flights have been cancelled so far, while seven flights, both domestic and international, have been diverted to Jaipur and Ahmedabad. By 11 a.m., more than 200 flights were delayed, with several departing by 5-6 hours, including IndiGo flight 6E-33 from Delhi to Manchester.

Road Traffic Slows Down

Dense fog has also slowed down traffic on the roads. Airlines and airport authorities have advised passengers to allow more time to arrive at the airport to avoid any inconvenience.

Other airlines, including SpiceJet, have also issued warnings for passengers. SpiceJet has stated that poor visibility may impact arrivals, departures, and connecting flights. Meanwhile, due to increased fog in Delhi, approximately 50 trains in the Delhi division are running late. According to the Railways, no trains have been cancelled due to the fog.

Appeal to Passengers

Airlines and Delhi Airport have urged passengers to check their flight status before their journey and plan their travels keeping the weather in mind. As the weather improves, efforts will be made to normalize flight operations.

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