Delhi Earthquake
Delhi Earthquake: A Wake-Up Call for Preparedness On the evening of February 12, 2025, Delhi was shaken by a significant earthquake, which left residents on edge and raised many concerns about the preparedness of the city to handle seismic events. With a magnitude of 5.9 on the Richter scale, the earthquake was felt across Delhi and its neighboring regions. Though there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties, the event served as a wake-up call for the residents, authorities, and disaster management teams. Delhi, located near the seismically active Himalayan region, lies in a zone that is not unfamiliar with tremors. Despite being far from the epicenter of many large earthquakes, the capital has experienced mild to moderate quakes in the past, which have often been seen as more of a surprise than a predictable risk. However, the February 12 earthquake has sparked a renewed focus on earthquake preparedness, building safety, and the city’s overall resilience to se...