Tremors felt across Delhi-NCR as 4.9-magnitude quake hits Uttarakhand’s Chamoli
A 4.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Tuesday night, causing tremors that were felt as far away as Delhi-NCR. The National Centre for Seismology reported the epicenter at a depth of 13 km.
Why it matters
Seismic activity in the Himalayan region is a significant safety concern, and monitoring these events is critical for disaster preparedness in densely populated areas like Delhi.
Tremors were felt in Delhi and adjoining areas late on Tuesday (October 6, 2026) after a 4.9-magnitude earthquake hit Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district.
According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) — the nodal government agency monitoring earthquake activity — the epicentre was located at a depth of 13 km in Chamoli.
The quake, which logged 4.9 magnitude on the Richter’s scale, hit at 10.23 p.m., the NCS added.
Published - October 06, 2026 11:10 pm IST
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