9 Earthquakes in 20 Days Leave Uttarakhand on Edge

In a concerning series of seismic events, the Uttarkashi district, classified as highly sensitive in terms of seismic activity, has experienced nine earthquakes over the past 20 days.

- NARENDRA SETHI @Dehradun

The tremors began on January 24, with three jolts recorded, two of which registered magnitudes of 2.5 and 3.5 on the Richter scale.

According to the Uttarkashi District Disaster Management Authority, the seismic activity in the region has intensified, with two earthquakes felt on January 25. The first quake registered a magnitude of 2.4. A week later, another significant tremor rattled the area, causing residents to flee their homes in panic.

"The ground shook violently, and we had no choice but to run outside," recounted local resident Meera Devi.

The latest quake struck late Saturday night at 1:40 am, further heightening fears among the local population.