Delhi Chokes: Severe AQI, Dense Fog Disrupts Travel; Orange Alert Issued

• Delhi's AQI hit 402 ('severe') on Monday morning due to dense fog, impacting visibility and health.
• 25 of 40 monitoring stations recorded 'severe' AQI; Vivek Vihar (458) and Anand Vihar (457) were highest.
• IMD issued an orange alert for very dense fog, with temperatures around 22°C max and 7°C min.
• Flight and train services, including at IGI Airport and New Delhi railway station, faced significant delays and diversions.
• Pollution worsened in Noida (419 'severe') and Gurugram (352 'very poor'); cold, calm winds blamed for poor dispersion.

Why It Matters: Delhi faces severe air quality and dense fog, causing widespread travel disruptions and an orange alert.