News Desk – People in Delhi and the NCR felt strong tremors on Thursday morning after an earthquake of 4.4 magnitude struck Jhajjar district in Haryana. The quake hit at 9:04 AM, with a depth of 10 km, according to the National Centre for Seismology.
What Happened?
The tremors were felt across Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and other nearby areas.
In Haryana, areas like Rohtak, Bahadurgarh, and Dadri also experienced shaking.
The impact reached as far as Meerut and Shamli in western Uttar Pradesh.
How People Reacted
Many people rushed out of their homes and offices as fans, lights, and computers started swaying.
Some said on social media that it was the “longest earthquake” they had ever felt.
In office buildings, employees stepped out as a precaution.
What Authorities Say
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) issued a safety advisory:
Don’t panic
If indoors, take stairs to exit, not elevators
If driving, pull over in an open space safely
Why Does Delhi Get Earthquakes?
Delhi falls in Seismic Zone 4, which means it is at high risk for earthquakes.
Experts say earthquakes in this region happen due to the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. When pressure builds up and is suddenly released, it causes tremors.
Fault Lines Near Delhi:
Delhi-Haridwar Ridge
Sohna Fault
Delhi-Moradabad Fault
Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault
According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, at least five quakes over 5.5 magnitude have hit the city since 1720.
