Mon Feb 17 06:18:40 UTC 2025: ## Delhi Shaken by 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake; Panic Erupts, Officials Urge Calm
**New Delhi, India** – A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday morning, sending residents scrambling for safety. The quake, which lasted several seconds, caused widespread panic and prompted a swift response from authorities. The epicenter was located near Dhola Kuan’s Lake Park area, approximately 5 kilometers below the surface, according to the National Centre for Seismology. Reports suggest some residents near the epicenter heard loud noises following the tremors.
The earthquake triggered a chaotic scene, with people fleeing their homes and offices. At New Delhi Railway Station, panic led to a stampede resulting in the deaths of nine people from Bihar, according to reports. Vikramsila Express was cancelled and hundreds of tickets were cancelled following the incident. Authorities in Bihar are on high alert.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to appeal for calm, urging citizens to follow safety precautions and remain vigilant for potential aftershocks. Several other politicians, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga, Congress leader Alka Lamba, and others, also expressed concern and offered prayers for the safety of residents. The Delhi Police also issued a message on X, reassuring citizens and providing the emergency number 112.
The incident highlighted the vulnerability of densely populated areas to seismic activity and the need for preparedness. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to address any further developments.
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