New Delhi [India]: Rail operations in northern India have been significantly affected by dense fog and low visibility, with over 15 trains running late as of Monday morning. The persistent foggy weather has disrupted services for several days, causing delays across the region.
Train Delays
According to the Railways, the following trains are among the most delayed:
- Patalkot Express (14623): Delayed by 437 minutes
- Unchahar Express (14217): Running 380 minutes late
- Kaifiyat Express (12225): Delayed by 158 minutes
- Mahabodhi Express (12397): Running 148 minutes late
- S Kranti Superfast Express (12393): Delayed by 104 minutes
- Shramjeevi Express (12391): Running 111 minutes late
- Padmavat Express (14207): Delayed by 71 minutes
- Suhaildev Express (22419): Running 140 minutes late
- Lucknow Mail (12229): Delayed by 69 minutes
- YPR Duronto Express (12213): Running 68 minutes late
Measures for Passenger Safety
Railway officials have implemented additional measures to ensure passenger safety during the adverse weather. Passengers are advised to check updated train schedules before heading to stations.
Weather and Air Quality Update
- Temperature: The minimum temperature in Delhi was recorded at 7.8°C on Monday morning.
- Fog: A thin layer of fog blanketed the national capital, affecting visibility.
- Air Quality: On January 26, Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) was recorded in the “poor” category at 216, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. By Saturday morning, AQI had improved to the “moderate” category with a reading of 191.
Forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts foggy conditions will persist in Delhi for the next five days starting January 28. The minimum temperature during this period is expected to range between 7°C and 11°C.