Severe Cold Wave Grips North India with Record Lows and Dense Fog

North India is experiencing a severe cold wave with record low temperatures across Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Gurugram recorded historic lows near 0.6-0.8°C, colder than many hill stations, while Delhi saw its coldest January morning in three years at around 3°C. Dense fog and poor air quality persist, disrupting daily life and transport. The India Meteorological Department forecasts cold wave conditions to continue until mid-January, with a western disturbance expected to bring some relief and snowfall in mountainous regions. Agricultural impacts and health advisories have been issued amid the harsh winter.