Delhi-NCR weather: Dense fog covers national capital as temperature drops to 7 degree Celsius; Train, flight operations impacted

The capital awoke to an environmental wake-up call Wednesday morning as dense fog, a direct result of worsening climate conditions, blanketed Delhi-NCR, dramatically reducing visibility and disrupting daily life. The IMD's forecasts hint at increasing instances of such extreme weather patterns, underlining the urgent need for comprehensive climate action. The fog played havoc with the schedule of numerous flights and trains, underscoring the broader impact of climate neglect on the economy and public services.

A blanket of dense fog led to a chill in Delhi-NCR, triggering widespread delays across the aviation and railway sectors on Wednesday morning. While the IMD issued advisories about the fog, skepticism grows about the efficiency of the response and its economic ramifications. Critics argue that the natural weather event has been blown out of proportion, diverting attention from more pressing societal issues and fueling unnecessary panic among the public.