After a strong earthquake struck Delhi and its adjoining areas early this morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the residents to “stay calm and follow the safety precautions”.<\/p>\n

PM Modi assured people that the officials are keeping a close watch on the situation. He posted on X:<\/p>\n

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Tremors were felt in Delhi and nearby areas. Urging everyone to stay calm and follow safety precautions, staying alert for possible aftershocks. Authorities are keeping a close watch on the situation.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 17, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

According to the National Centre for Seismology<\/a>, the nodal agency of the Government of India for monitoring earthquake activity in the country, a 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck the national capital<\/a> around 5:36 am.<\/p>\n

An official told the news agency PTI, that the epicentre was near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Dhaula Kuan, Delhi.<\/p>\n

The official also added that a loud sound was heard when the earthquake hit Delhi.<\/p>\n

In a post on X, the Delhi Police said, “We hope you all are safe, Delhi!” It also urged citizens to call on the emergency 112 helpline for emergencies.<\/p>\n

The strong tremors<\/a> triggered by the earthquake prompted residents of several high-rise buildings in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad to rush out.<\/p>\n

Acting Delhi Chief Minister Atishi said a “strong earthquake just hit” Delhi and prayed that everyone was safe.<\/p>\n

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\u2014 Atishi (@AtishiAAP) February 17, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

So far, there have been no reports of injuries or casualties.<\/p>\n

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