Cold Wave
Delhi grapples with cold, fog and poor air quality
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On January 14, 2026, Delhi was enveloped in dense fog, a cold wave, and toxic air, disrupting daily life. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the city's overall Air Quality Index stood at 357 at 7 a.m., falling in the 'very poor' category. This has severely impacted public health and transportation.
On January 17, 2026, dense fog blanketed Delhi-NCR, reducing visibility to zero and causing delays in flights and trains. Air quality worsened, prompting the imposition of GRAP-III restrictions. The IMD has warned of continued cold wave and fog for the next five days.
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Dense fog and cold wave conditions gripped Delhi on Thursday, with visibility at Indira Gandhi International Airport falling to 50 metres. Air quality remained very poor at an AQI of 354, while minimum temperature was 5 degrees Celsius. Flight operations faced disruptions amid the foggy weather.
Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' at an AQI of 382 on January 1, 2026, amid an ongoing cold wave that saw December 31 mark the city's coldest day in six years with a maximum of 14.2°C. Light rain was forecast, while cold conditions gripped much of India.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered all schools up to Class 12 closed until January 1, 2026, due to the severe cold wave and fog sweeping the state. Prioritizing children's safety, he warned district administrations against any lapses. Funds have also been released for night shelters and blanket distribution.