This marks the lowest temperature recorded in the city so far this winter, the agency reported in a statement on Friday.
Several flights and trains were delayed in the national capital on Friday due to dense fog while the minimum temperature in the city was recorded at 7 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The national capital ushered in 2025 with cold weather and polluted air. On Wednesday, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 239 at 8 am, placing it in the "poor" category, while the minimum temperature dipped to 7.4°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Friday said it would organise a two-day Winter Rose Show, starting from Saturday at the India-Africa Friendship Rose Garden in Chanakyapuri here.
Solan district, known for growing mushrooms and tomatoes, also observed a similar rainfall deficit. The most recent rainfall in the district was in September, which was also below normal.
The mercury has dipped in north India, including the National Capital, due to cold winds blowing in the entire region.
At an all-party meeting ahead of the Parliament session, the Opposition leaders also sought a thorough discussion on ''hurried'' appointments to some key positions.
At the same time, the Railways have reduced the days of operation of some trains.
The Met department has also predicted that the mercury will fall further in the coming days.
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