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Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits Nepal, tremors felt in New Delhi

by Trans World Features | @twfindia 03 Oct 2023, 07:30 am

An earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter Scale hit Nepal as tremors were felt in the Indian national capital New Delhi on Tuesday.

Tremors were also reportedly felt in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

National Centre for Seismology posted on X: "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.2, Occurred on 03-10-2023, 14:51:04 IST, Lat: 29.39 & Long: 81.23, Depth: 5 Km ,Location:Nepal."

In Delhi, people were seen rushing out from their homes as tremors triggered panic in the region.

The earthquake lasted for more than 40 seconds.

Delhi Police wrote on X: "Hey Delhi people!We hope you all are safe. Please come out of your buildings to a safe spot, but do not panic. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS!For any emergency help, dial 112."

No casualty has been reported so far in India.