Delhi airport sees smooth flight ops, but AAI issues fog warning for north India

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) on Sunday issued an advisory cautioning that fog in parts of northern India has reduced visibility and could cause delays or operational changes at select airports.

Travellers have been urged to check the latest flight status with their airlines through official channels and to factor in additional time for travel to airports and completion of required formalities.

"Fog conditions in parts of Northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports. Passengers are advised to check flight updates with their airlines through official channels and allow extra time for airport travel and formalities," AAI's advisory read.

To support passengers amid the adverse weather, the Airports Authority of India has deployed passenger assistance teams at affected airports to provide on-ground help and guidance.

"The Airports Authority of India has deployed passenger assistance teams at affected airports to provide on ground support. Passenger safety and convenience remain our highest priority," AAI's X post read.

The AAI also shared customer support contact numbers of major airlines to help passengers access real-time information regarding flight status. IndiGo passengers can reach out at 01244973838, while Air India has provided 011 6932 9333 for assistance. SpiceJet has listed +91 (0)124 4983410 and +91 (0)124 7101600, and Air India Express can be contacted at +91 124 443 5600 and +91 124 693 5600.

Akasa Air has shared its customer support number as 9606112131, while Alliance Air passengers may contact 044-35113511 for flight-related queries.

This advisory comes amid ongoing fog in Northern cities, with similar warnings issued in recent days as dense fog has persisted, reducing visibility and prompting low-visibility procedures at major airports.

Delhi wakes up to toxic smog as AQI slips into ‘very poor’ category

The national capital woke up to dense, toxic smog on Sunday morning, with visibility dropping sharply and residents across the city experiencing discomfort. According to a report by the news agency, the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 390 around 7 am, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The air quality worsened further in several areas, slipping into the ‘severe’ category. Large parts of Delhi remained shrouded in thick haze, with pollution levels staying alarmingly high.