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New Delhi experienced dense fog and cold day conditions on January 2, 2026. The minimum temperature was recorded around 9° Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a cold wave between January 2nd and 5th. Air quality remained in the ‘very poor’ category, with only slight improvement. The Air Quality Early Warning System predicts ‘very poor’ air quality to persist for several days.
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Delhi Shivers Under Dense Fog, ‘Very Poor’ Air Quality on January 2nd
New Delhi, January 2, 2026 – A thick blanket of fog enveloped New Delhi this morning, as the city braced for continued cold day conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a minimum temperature of 9.1° Celsius at Safdarjung, with other stations recording similar lows. The IMD has issued a warning for a potential cold wave affecting the region between January 2nd and January 5th.
Alongside the frigid temperatures, Delhi residents continue to suffer from poor air quality. The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 302 this morning, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. While a slight improvement was noted, the Air Quality Early Warning System forecasts that conditions will remain ‘very poor’ for the next several days. NSIT Dwarka recorded the worst air quality among the monitoring stations, with an AQI of 423, categorized as ‘severe’.
Citizens are advised to take precautions against the cold and air pollution. Stay tuned for further updates from the IMD and local authorities.
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