Dense fog and a severe cold wave gripped North India as winter peaked on Tuesday, reducing visibility across Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Transport services were disrupted, while Delhi’s AQI stayed in the very poor category. (Pics/PTI)
Updated On: 2025-12-16 01:20 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
With winter almost at its peak in the Northern region of India, the dense fog has been lowering the visibility, especially during the early hours of the day
People sitting around a small fire on the banks of the Ganga river in Rishikesh to keep themselves warm on a cold winter morning on Tuesday
The fog was so thick that even nearby vehicles were difficult to spot on the roads, posing serious risks to commuters
Also, the National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
While the dense fog has tightened its grip across Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and other states, it has also reduced visibility and disrupted daily life. Flight and train services have been badly affected, with cancellations, delays, and diversions reported due to poor visibility
