Dense Fog Disrupts Air Travel: Govt Advises Flyers, Airlines on Delays

• Dense fog severely impacted air travel in Northern India, affecting over 100 flights at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport.
• Ministry of Civil Aviation issued an advisory for passengers and airlines due to widespread disruptions.
• Passengers are advised to proactively check flight status, remain in contact with airlines, and allow extra travel time.
• Airlines are instructed to provide timely information, meals, rebooking/refunds, and assistance for delayed/cancelled flights.
• At IGI Airport, 118 flights were cancelled, 16 diverted, and about 130 more delayed due to low visibility.

Why It Matters: Govt advises flyers to check status, airlines to follow rules as dense fog causes widespread flight disruptions.