Dense Fog Blankets Delhi, Over 100 Flights Affected Amid Low Visibility

Dense fog conditions continued to prevail in the national capital on Wednesday, severely impacting daily life across Delhi and the adjoining NCR region. Large parts of the city witnessed low visibility in the early hours of the morning.

Visuals from several locations showed thick layers of fog engulfing the city. Dense fog was reported from Anand Vihar, Akshardham, Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Marg, and other parts of Delhi. 

#WATCH | Dense fog engulfs parts of Delhi-NCR. Visuals from Delhi's Anand Vihar. pic.twitter.com/OYDClY9b7F

— ANI (@ANI) December 31, 2025

#WATCH | Dense fog engulfs parts of Delhi-NCR. Visuals from Delhi's Akshardham area. pic.twitter.com/orx0hEuoXH

— ANI (@ANI) December 31, 2025

VIDEO | Delhi: Zero visibility in the capital city due to dense fog. Early morning visuals from Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Marg.#Fog #WeatherUpdate #DelhiNews

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/nasjSMIzeF

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) December 31, 2025

Neighbouring areas in the Delhi-NCR, including Noida's Botanical Garden Metro Station, Ghaziabad's Indirapuram, and multiple locations across Noida, were also covered in dense fog.

#WATCH | Dense fog engulfs parts of Delhi-NCR. Visuals from Noida's Botanical Garden Metro Station. pic.twitter.com/ubN2S3OFHc

— ANI (@ANI) December 31, 2025

#WATCH | Dense fog engulfs parts of Delhi-NCR. Visuals from Ghaziabad's Indirapuram. pic.twitter.com/T2S8GWZiCc

— ANI (@ANI) December 31, 2025

The prevailing fog conditions disrupted transportation services across the region. Delhi Airport issued a passenger advisory, warning of potential flight delays and cancellations due to reduced visibility. Delhi Airport witnessed significant flight disruptions so far, with a total of 148 flights cancelled, including 78 arrivals and 70 departures. In addition, 227 flights have been delayed, comprising 54 arriving flights and 173 departing flights. A red alert in Delhi-NCR was also issued for low visibility. The IGI airport witnessed the visibility of only 50 meters only since 4:00 am.

Due to dense fog, the Civil Aviation Ministry issued advisory and advised the passengers to stay in touch with the airlines.

VIDEO | Delhi: Dense fog reduces visibility to zero in the national capital city affecting road, rail and air traffic. Several flights cancelled, rescheduled at Delhi airport.#Fog #WeatherUpdate #Delhi

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/N5fDOQ4aHJ

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) December 31, 2025

Airline IndiGo, in a post on its X handle, said that dense fog across the northern belt continues to persist, leading to reduced visibility and ongoing disruptions to flight schedules. The airline advised passengers to check their flight status and allowed rebooking or refunds in case of impact. It also cautioned that fog may affect road traffic and advised travellers to allow additional time for commuting.

Travel Advisory

Foggy conditions are present across Delhi and several airports in northern India this morning. If reduced visibility conditions persist, flight departures and arrivals may be impacted as the day progresses.

We are closely monitoring the situation and are…

— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) December 31, 2025

In another post, it said, “Delhi and Hindon (Airport) continue to remain wrapped in chilly winter air and lingering fog this morning. The fluctuating visibility has led to changes in flight schedules, and operations may be slower than usual as conditions evolve. Our teams on-ground are prioritising safety and compliance with visibility requirements.”

Spicejet also issued a travel advisory amid dense fog and advised passengers to check their flight status. 

#WeatherUpdate : Due to bad weather in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights might get affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status via https://t.co/2wynECYWr0.

— SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) December 30, 2025

The India Meteorological Department has forecast dense fog for today. The minimum temperature is expected to settle at 8 degrees Celsius and the maximum at 23 degrees Celsius.

It has forecast generally cloudy skies with light rain on New Year's Day.