Overview

• A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on April 19, 2025, at a depth of 130 km, according to the National Center for Seismology.
• Tremors were felt in Pakistan and northern India, affecting regions like Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Delhi-NCR.
• No immediate reports of damage have emerged, but authorities are monitoring for aftershocks and potential impacts.
• Delhi remains particularly vulnerable due to aging infrastructure, with over 75% of buildings reportedly failing to meet regulatory standards.
• The region's high seismic activity is driven by tectonic collisions along the Indian-Eurasian plate boundary, with fault lines like the Mathura and Sohna faults increasing risk.