India, Jan. 17 -- Dense fog engulfed Gautam Budh Nagar on Friday, severely reducing visibility across Noida and Greater Noida, prompting the district administration to declare a two-day holiday for schools.

According to an order issued by the district basic education officer (BSA), Gautam Budh Nagar, all board-recognised, aided, unaided and government schools were directed to remain closed on January 16 and 17, citing instructions issued by district magistrate Medha Roopam.

The order stated that teachers and non-teaching staff will remain present in schools.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) data showed that Gautam Budh Nagar recorded a minimum temperature of 6.3 degrees Celsius on Friday, and a maximum of around 19degC. Forcecast ...