Almost all parts of India observed a clear sky on the second day of the year . Unlike the last few days where dense fog caused disruptions in travel and daily life, the country reported clear weather conditions for the second consecutive day. However,Delhiiteswoke up to the first rainy day of the year with a clear visibility of 1000 meters. No fog was observed in any part ofDelhi, but, showers were reported in most parts of the national capital.
However, dense fog was observed inBhopalwith visibility of mere 50 meters. Also,Chennai, which usually observes clear sky, reported a visibility of just 250 meters. Indore observed a visibility of 500 meters. Also, no fog was reported in major cities of Uttar Pradesh includingLucknow, Agra andGorakhpur. Clear skies were observed inJaipurwith a visibility of 800 meters. Likewise,Gwaliorwith a visibility of 800 meters reported no fog.
Nonetheless, rail traffic was disrupted in Delhi with 51 trains being delayed. A few trains running behind schedule include Howrah Mail (Kalka - Howrah) by 10 hours, Upasna Express (Dehradun - Howrah) by 7 hours, Nauchandi Express (Saharanpur - Allahabad) by 7 hours, and Karnataka Express (New Delhi - Bangalore) which was delayed by 5 hours. Link Express from Allahabad to Dehradun was delayed by a long 17 hours causing major disruptions.
Air traffic was also affected in Delhi causing delay in departure of four flights. A few delays include flights departing to Port Blair, Bangalore and Ranchi.
