The Kolkata Traffic Police on Sunday issued a fog alert for the city, warning motorists of low visibility during the early hours of 23 and 24 December. Citing an India Meteorological Department forecast, the advisory said foggy mornings could increase the risk of road accidents and urged commuters to drive cautiously. The alert comes amid a wider fog warning issued by the India Meteorological Department. The weather agency said dense to very dense fog is likely to prevail during morning and night hours in eastern Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, west Uttar Pradesh and northern Madhya Pradesh on Monday. Authorities have urged commuters, especially early-morning travellers, to remain alert and follow traffic advisories as fog conditions persist.

Source: The Telegraph December 22, 2025 21:53 UTC