Dense fog disrupts Delhi airport: 6 flights diverted, 300+ delayed; operations resume gradually as visibility improves.

Dense fog at Delhi airport caused significant disruptions, with six flights diverted to Jaipur and over 300 delayed. Departures were temporarily halted due to low visibility. The airport operator reported improving runway visibility by the afternoon, allowing gradual resumption of operations. IndiGo noted that flight movements were picking up despite slight congestion. Air India warned of potential delays in Delhi and other cities due to poor visibility and congestion. The Indira Gandhi International Airport, which manages about 1,300 daily flight movements, faced challenges in maintaining its schedule amid the adverse weather conditions.