Tue Feb 18 08:58:29 UTC 2025: ## 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Delhi, NCR; No Major Damage Reported

**New Delhi, India** – A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck the Delhi-NCR region early Monday morning at approximately 5:36 AM, causing strong tremors that jolted residents awake. The epicenter was located near Jheel Park in Dhaula Kuan, Delhi, at a shallow depth of just 5 kilometers, which amplified the impact felt across the national capital and surrounding areas.

While the tremors prompted widespread panic, with residents of high-rise buildings in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida evacuating their homes, there have been no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries. Several residents described hearing a loud sound preceding the shaking. One report indicates a 20-25-year-old tree was uprooted in Jheel Park.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to urge calm and adherence to safety precautions, advising residents to remain vigilant for potential aftershocks. Authorities, including the National Center for Seismology (NCS), are closely monitoring the situation. Dr. O.P. Mishra, Director of the NCS, stated that aftershocks, if any, are likely to be less than 1.2 magnitude. Environmentalist Dr. Suman Gupta noted that while Delhi falls within seismic zone IV, the likelihood of significant aftershocks is low.

The earthquake’s intensity, despite its relatively low magnitude, was felt strongly due to its shallow epicenter. This is not an unprecedented event; Delhi has experienced similar tremors in the past, including a 4.7 magnitude earthquake in Dhaula Kuan in 2007. Several smaller earthquakes have also hit the region in recent years.

The incident sparked a flurry of activity on social media, with Delhi residents sharing both anxious accounts and humorous memes about their experiences. Despite the initial alarm, the situation appears to be under control, with authorities emphasizing the lack of major damage and encouraging residents to stay informed and prepared. A similar 4.0 magnitude earthquake also struck Bihar’s Siwan later in the morning.

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