Overview
- IMD alerts remain in effect through December 31 for very dense fog and cold-wave conditions spanning at least 15 states and union territories.
- Delhi is under an orange alert with morning visibility dropping to near zero, according to the national forecaster.
- Bihar’s weather department expects the severe cold to continue with little relief until around January 4.
- Travel is being hindered across the region, with Patna airport canceling 14 flights and multiple trains reported late or canceled due to fog.
- Local extremes persist, including Panna in Madhya Pradesh where visibility fell to about 20 meters and authorities urged slow driving with fog lights.