NEW DELHI: A strong earthquake shook the Delhi-NCR region in the early hours of Monday, creating panic among residents. Tremors were felt in Bihar’s Siwan a few hours later.
According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Siwan in Bihar at 08:02 IST on Monday.
While the earthquake caused panic, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property.
Earlier in the day tremors, registering a magnitude of 4.0, were felt around 5:36 am in Delhi.
The earthquake struck at a latitude of 28.59 North and longitude of 77.16 East, impacting areas such as Delhi, Noida, Indirapuram, and other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR).
The NCS confirmed the tremors, posting an update on social media platform X, stating: “EQ of M: 4.0, On: 17/02/2025 05:36:55 IST, Lat: 28.59 N, Long: 77.16 E, Depth: 5 Km, Location: New Delhi, Delhi.”
Political leaders turned to social media platform X to express their concerns for the safety of the public following the earthquake.
The Prime Minister has urged residents to stay alert and follow safety protocols during such events.
Former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi shared her thoughts, stating, “A strong earthquake just hit Delhi. I pray to God that everyone is safe.”
Similarly, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal expressed his sentiments by saying, “I pray for the safety of everyone.”
Despite the tremors lasting only a few seconds, their intensity was sufficient to unsettle residents, prompting many to rush out of their homes as a precautionary measure.