By iastoppers.com
Delhi experiences tremors from a 6.4 magnitude earthquake centred in Nepal
It is the third tremor in a month, stirring up concerns about Delhi's seismic activity
To understand why, let's look at India's seismic zoning and Delhi's place within it
India's zones range from II (least active) to V (most active). Delhi sits in Zone IV
High-Risk Zone IV isn't just high risk—it is home to 59% of tremor-prone Indian landmass
Tectonic plates moving under Earth's crust cause earthquakes. More movement equals more quakes
The Indian plate colliding with the Eurasian plate near the Himalayas elevates Delhi's risk
Despite no direct fault lines under Delhi, its Himalayan vicinity invites seismic activity
Understanding seismic risks is crucial for disaster management, especially in urban settings like Delhi