Earthquake Of Magnitude 4.4 Jolts Delhi-NCR, Tremors Felt Across Capital Region

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi-NCR early Thursday morning, with its shallow epicenter near Dhaula Kuan. Strong tremors rattled the region, prompting alarm among residents.

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Strong tremors, measuring about 4.4 on the Richter scale, shook Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Thursday morning when an earthquake hit Haryana's Jhajjar district. The event happened at 9:04 AM IST and had a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, according to the National Centre for Seismology.

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The quake's effects were felt throughout the capital region. Residents in different parts of Delhi reported that household items like fans were swaying, causing many to flee their homes in panic. Office areas in Noida and Gurugram also felt strong shaking, which rattled computer systems and led professionals to leave their workplaces.

EQ of M: 4.4, On: 10/07/2025 09:04:50 IST, Lat: 28.63 N, Long: 76.68 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Jhajjar, Haryana.
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Tremors reached as far as Meerut and Shamli in western Uttar Pradesh, nearly 200 kilometers from the epicenter in Jhajjar. This shows how widespread the seismic activity was.

Social media was quickly filled with citizens sharing their experiences, with many commenting on how long the tremors seemed to last.

After the earthquake, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) issued an advisory urging the public to stay calm and follow safety guidelines. The advisory suggested running outside and using stairs. For drivers, it recommended pulling over in an open area, away from buildings or overhead structures.

While there were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries, the incident highlights the earthquake risks in the Delhi-NCR region, which is in Seismic Zone IV.