<p>Delhi, India’s vibrant and busy capital, is not just a melting pot of cultures and history; it is also a bustling city that must deal with the ever-present fear of earthquakes. The National Capital Region (NCR) and Delhi are located in Seismic Zone-IV, a high seismic risk zone according to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This article will look at the geological and structural aspects that make this region prone to seismic activity, as well as the efforts being undertaken to improve earthquake preparation.</p>
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<h1>Geological Factors:</h1>
<p>The geographical position of Delhi and its surrounding territories is one of the key causes for their vulnerability to earthquakes. The region is located around 200–300 kilometers from the Himalayan mountain range, as a result of the continuous collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. This ongoing tectonic activity causes tremors on a regular basis, making the region a hotspot for natural disasters such as earthquakes and landslides.</p>
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