Earthquake Strikes Faridabad, Delhi-NCR Feels Tremors

Rapid Summary

• Magnitude: 3.2 earthquake struck Faridabad, Haryana.
• Date and Time: Occurred at 6:00 a.m., Tuesday, july 22, 2025.
• Epicentre Coordinates: Latitude – 28.29° N,Longitude – 77.21° E; depth of focus was at 5 km below the surface.
• Affected Region: Tremors felt across Delhi-NCR.
• Impact: No reported loss of life or damage to property according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
• Details shared via an NCS post on X (formerly Twitter).

Indian Opinion analysis

This minor earthquake in Faridabad highlights India’s susceptibility to seismic activity, especially regions like delhi-NCR that are near the Himalayan fault lines. The event resulted in no damage or injuries due to its low magnitude and shallow depth but offers a reminder of the importance of preparedness for potential larger quakes in high-risk zones. Strengthening infrastructure resilience and increasing public awareness about safety measures remain critical priorities for disaster management agencies like NDMA and states in these areas.

For detailed updates on earthquakes,platforms like NCS’s BhooKamp app provide valuable real-time information.

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