Flight delays in North India persist during winter due to dense fog, despite the use of advanced technology like the Instrument Landing System (ILS). In this article, we will discuss the challenges faced, how ILS works, and the ongoing efforts to improve air travel during adverse weather conditions.
According to the railway, Puri-New Delhi Purushottam Express, Darbhanga-New Delhi Bihar Sampark Kranti Express, Bhagalpur-Anand Vihar Terminal Vikramshila Express, Howrah-New Delhi Poorva Express are some of the notable trains whose services have been hit due to the foggy weather.
Home Minister Amit Shah was scheduled to arrive at Agartala on Wednesday night and the next day, flag off two rath yatras in boll-bound Tripura.
Temperatures in Delhi and most parts of Uttar Pradesh have increased which has brought slight respite from the coldwave conditions. No improvement in visibility was, however, noticed which led to the delay of 21 trains in the North. The Delhi Traffic Police have issued a list of do's and don'ts to avoid accidents and vehicle pile up due to fog.
New state-of-the-art ATC tower, thermal imaging cameras and first-of-its-kind 24X7 social media command centre have enhanced the capabilities of Delhi's IGI Airport to manage operations at times when there is dense fog, Delhi International Airport Ltd, the firm which operates the IGI airport said.
New Delhi, Jan 10: Northern Railway today decided to extend cancellation of trains by another 10 days in view of foggy weather conditions persisting in parts of north India.The decision came as poor visibility over
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