February 17, 2025, there has been no major earthquake activity reported in India. The last notable seismic activity that hit the region was on January 7, 2025, when a strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit the Nepal-China border area. The quake was experienced in parts of northern India, such as Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim, and the Delhi-NCR area. Residents felt intense shaking, leading to evacuations from buildings as a precaution. Luckily, there were no reports of any casualties or major property damage in India at the time. Indian officials have been alert in the wake of the earthquake on January 7, tracking seismic activity closely and stepping up preparedness responses.
The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) has been keeping people updated on a real-time basis and encouraged citizens to keep themselves informed of earthquake safety guidelines.
Though there were no reported earthquakes today, residents, particularly from earthquake-prone areas, should remain vigilant and prepared. Periodic review of contingency plans, tying down heavy furniture, and attending community drills are among the ways by which personal and collective safety can be greatly improved during seismic activities.
