Iran Press/Asia: The toxic air hung heavy, drastically reducing visibility and posing serious health risks to residents.
An emergency meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) was called on Monday as the AQI soared to 457, triggering the immediate activation of GRAP's highest level, Stage IV.
Delhi airport experienced significant disruptions on Monday, with 11 flights diverted and many others delayed due to poor visibility.
Alarmingly high pollution levels, combined with unfavorable weather, have blanketed Delhi and the surrounding region in dense fog.
An orange alert for fog was issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), highlighting the severity of the conditions.
210
