Tourists Flock to Mount Abu for Frosty Weather, While Delhi Residents Face Foggy Mornings and Deteriorating Air Quality
Mount Abu, December 13: As temperatures plummet, Mount Abu, Rajasthan’s picturesque hill station, has been gripped by severe cold conditions. On Thursday, the mercury dipped to 2.8°C, followed by a chilling 1.4°C on Friday, marking one of the coldest spells of the season.
Residents and tourists alike are bracing for the cold, with many lighting bonfires to combat the icy weather. Frost blankets streets, grasslands, and vehicles, painting the town in a wintery hue. Early risers witness frost-laden meadows and icy vehicle windscreens, adding a magical touch to the crisp mornings.
Tourists visiting Mount Abu are reveling in the frosty ambiance. A tourist shared, “The weather here is fantastic. This is our first experience of such low temperatures. Hot tea and strolls around the hill station have made our trip memorable.” Another visitor from Gujarat described the experience as “very cold yet thrilling,” highlighting how everyone is bundled up in sweaters and jackets.
Locals, however, are feeling the harsh impact of the ongoing cold wave. “It was a freezing night. Temperatures dipped to minus 3 degrees. Everything was covered in frost—cars, tables, parking lots. It’s tough to step outside, but we rely on bonfires to stay warm,” a resident said.
Meanwhile, Delhi is facing its own winter challenges. The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 6°C on Friday morning, accompanied by a thin layer of fog. However, the bigger concern remains the air quality, which continues to linger in the ‘poor’ category.
As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality index (AQI) levels recorded on Friday morning were alarming: Anand Vihar at 309, Dwarka Sec 8 at 315, Nehru Nagar at 334, and Rohini at 329. Key locations like the IGI Airport (T3) and Pusa saw AQI levels of 281 and 309, respectively, highlighting the persistent air pollution woes.
While Mount Abu offers a chilling yet captivating winter escape, Delhi residents continue to grapple with a foggy, polluted atmosphere as winter sets in.