A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region at around 9:50 PM today, sending tremors across Delhi-NCR and several parts of North India. The epicenter of the quake was located in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province, at a depth of 150 km.
Residents in high-rise buildings reported shaking that lasted for a few seconds, with many describing the intensity of the tremors. Baldev Chand, a local resident, noted, “I felt a strong jolt which lasted for a few seconds.” Another user from Delhi shared, “The intensity of the tremors was so high that fans and beds in people’s homes began to shake.” Vaishali Poddar remarked, “I’ve never felt tremors this strong before.”
Tremors were felt in various cities including Noida, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Poonch, Srinagar, and Udhampur. Reports also indicated that cities across Pakistan, such as Islamabad and Peshawar, experienced similar shaking. Despite the noticeable tremors, no immediate reports of damage or casualties have emerged so far.
This earthquake, categorized as moderate, is capable of causing noticeable shaking across large distances. Afghanistan frequently experiences earthquakes due to its geographical location along the collision zone between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has previously highlighted Afghanistan’s extreme vulnerability to natural disasters.
As the situation develops, officials are monitoring the aftermath of the quake, though details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential impacts. The region’s history of seismic activity underscores the need for preparedness in the face of such natural events.
