Delhi Earthquake Tremors
In short
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on the night of 6 October 2026, causing tremors to be felt across Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh.
What is happening
The earthquake, centred at a depth of 13 km, caused residents in high-rise buildings in Noida and Ghaziabad to flee outdoors. While no earthquake damage was reported, there are conflicting reports regarding the exact magnitude readings.
When
Tuesday night, 6 October 2026.
Why it matters
The tremors caused widespread concern in densely populated urban areas like Delhi-NCR. The event highlights the seismic vulnerability of northern India and the impact of deep-seated tremors on high-rise living.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse these earthquake tremors with the separate building collapse in Seemapuri, Delhi, which occurred on 7 October 2026.