Disasters

In 2023, India experienced a significant surge in seismic activity, largely attributed to the active Almora Fault in western Nepal. Three major earthquakes rattled the region, with magnitudes of 5.8 on January 24, 6.2 on October 3, and 6.4 on November 3. The aftermath of these quakes resulted in continuous tremors throughout the year, affecting neighboring countries, including India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nepal. The seismic activity in the region is not unexpected, given its proximity to the Himalayas, an area prone to earthquakes due to the collision of tectonic plates. The collision of the Indian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Plate generates ongoing seismic events in the region. The statistics for earthquake occurrences in recent years highlight the intensified seismic acti...