Mild tremors shook parts of Faridabad in Haryana on the evening of November 5, 2026, triggering brief panic among local residents. Data released by the National Center for Seismology confirmed that an earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale occurred at 6:33:20 PM IST. Fortunately, no casualties or damage to property were reported following the minor seismic activity.
Epicenter Identified at Shallow Depth of 5 Km
According to official seismic records, the epicenter of the tremor was located at latitude 28.386 N and longitude 77.258 E within the Faridabad region, at a focal depth of just 5 kilometers below the surface. Because the quake originated close to the surface, the localized vibrations were distinctly felt across several residential pockets despite the modest magnitude of the quake.
Residents Report Sudden Boom and Vibrations
In areas such as Sector 62 in Faridabad, the tremor prompted alarmed citizens to flee their homes into open ground. Witnesses described the disturbance as lasting only a few seconds, yet intense enough to cause noticeable shaking. Several residents shared their experiences on social media platforms, noting that the physical movement was accompanied by a loud, explosion-like noise or deep rumbling sound, which intensified the shock felt across the neighborhood.
