Delhi Shaken by Strong Tremors as 4.4 Earthquake Strikes Haryana

New Delhi, July 10, 2025 — A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Haryana’s Jhajjar district on Thursday morning, sending strong tremors across Delhi and the wider National Capital Region (NCR). The National Centre for Seismology reported that the quake originated at a depth of 10 kilometres, with tremors felt as far as western Uttar Pradesh.

The quake hit at 9:04 am, jolting several parts of Delhi. Residents rushed out of their homes after fans, lights, and household items began to sway. Office-goers in Noida and Gurugram reported shaking computer monitors and workstations, prompting some professionals to evacuate their buildings as a precaution.

Tremors were also reported in other areas of Haryana, including Gurugram, Rohtak, Dadri and Bahadurgarh. In Uttar Pradesh, residents in Meerut and Shamli—roughly 200 kilometres from the epicentre—felt the quake as well.

As soon as the earthquake struck, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) issued an advisory, urging the public to remain calm and avoid panic. The advisory recommended using staircases instead of lifts while evacuating buildings and advised motorists to stop in open areas if driving during the tremor.

Many people took to social media to share their experiences, with several describing the quake as unexpectedly intense and disorienting. Some noted that it lasted longer than tremors they had previously experienced, though no damage or injuries were reported.

Earthquakes are not uncommon in Delhi due to its geographical location. According to the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), seismic activity in northern India is primarily caused by the collision between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. “These colliding plates flex, storing energy like a spring, and when the plate's margins finally slip to release energy, an earthquake results,” the DDMA explains.

Delhi falls under Seismic Zone IV, which indicates a high risk of earthquakes. The national capital is located near several active fault lines, including the Delhi-Haridwar Ridge, the Sohna Fault, the Delhi-Moradabad Fault, and the Mahendragarh-Dehradun Fault—making preparedness and awareness essential.

Courtesy: NDTV