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Dense Fog Grips Delhi-NCR as AQI Reaches Severe Levels

Delhi and parts of the NCR are experiencing dense fog, significantly reducing visibility and pushing the AQI into the severe category, with figures exceeding 400. In response to the extreme cold and poor air quality, authorities have ordered the closure of all schools in Gautam Buddh Nagar from 29th December to 1st January for student safety.

| Updated on: Dec 29, 2025 | 12:19 PM
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Dense fog has blanketed Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region (NCR), leading to drastically reduced visibility and a severe deterioration in air quality. As of 6:00 a.m. today, Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 405, placing it in the severe category. Several areas across the region reported alarming AQI levels, including Anand Vihar at 462, Noida Sector 125 at 414, Wazirpur at 444, and Chandni Chowk at 426.

In response to these challenging conditions and extreme cold, authorities in Gautam Buddh Nagar have mandated the closure of all recognised schools for classes nursery to 12th.

The holidays are effective from 29th December to 1st January, aiming to ensure the safety and well-being of students. Teachers and staff in council-run, aided, and government schools are still required to report for administrative duties.