Earthquake Of Magnitude 7.2 Jolts Myanmar, Tremors Felt in Delhi-NCR

It hit mid-Myanmar with a 7.2 strength magnitude on 28 March 2025, and sans global shock and shudders, even nations bordering India, Thailand, and China shook too. Its epicenter was near a place about 16 km north-north-west of Sagaing, and it was at a depth of 10 kilometers, as stated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the National Center for Seismology (NCS), India.

Delhi-NCR Shudders with Violent Tremors

In India, the earthquake was felt seriously in Delhi-NCR at 11:50 AM IST, for which hectic evacuation of the skyscrapers occurred. Office and residence skyscraper felt swaying ceiling fans and shaking tables, for which huge evacuation of the masses occurred. Metro lines were halted for safety but resumed functioning within minutes. No extensive damages or losses have so far been noted anywhere in the nation.

Myanmar and Elsewhere Impact

In Myanmar, Sagaing and Mandalay regions saw strong shaking, with partial damage to old buildings. In hills, roads cracking and minor landslides occurred. There are no reported deaths yet. The Myanmar government imposed an emergency to conduct damage survey and relief if necessary.

In Bangbang, Thailand, people experienced intense shaking that shakes skyscrapers and triggered fire alarms to sound. People evacuated buildings for fear of safety. The earthquake also struck southern China, but no serious damage has yet been reported.

Experts Warn of Aftershocks

Seismologists predict aftershocks of various intensities within a few hours or days beforehand. The public are asked to keep their heads, and to exercise precautions in accordance with safety guidelines. Geology experts have recognized Myanmar as situated over an openly seismically active plate as a result of the collision of Indian-Eurasian tectonic plates, and hence earthquake-prone at intervals.

Government and Public Response

Tightly regulated by Indian and Burmese governments. NCS of India was committed to tracking seismic activity and reporting follow-up in case something materialized. The Myanmar government also established temporary camps within the ruined area and warned citizens against approaching ruined buildings.

Key Takeaways

While the 7.2-magnitude earthquake left everybody clinging to their seats and agog for some time, no death has been reported. The government urges its citizens to remain vigilant for possible aftershocks. The event is a wake-up call for enhanced earthquake preparedness and dynamically safer building codes for seismically active regions.