Nepal Earthquake

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Nepal Earthquake
The April 2015 Nepal earthquake (also known as the Gorkha earthquake)[7][8] killed more
than 8,000 people and injured more than 19,000. It occurred at 11:56 NST on 25 April, with a
magnitude of 7.8Mw[1] or 8.1Ms[2] and a maximum Mercalli Intensity of VIII (Severe). Its
epicenter was the village of Barpak, Gorkha district, and its hypocenter was at a depth of
approximately 15 km (9.3 mi).[1]
It was the worst natural disaster to strike Nepal since the 1934 Nepal–Bihar earthquake.[9][10][11]
Some casualties were also reported in the adjoining areas of India, China, and Bangladesh.[12]
The earthquake triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest, killing at least 19,[13] making it the
deadliest day on the mountain in history.[14] It triggered another huge avalanche in Langtang
valley, where 250 were reported missing.[15][16]
Hundreds of thousands of people were made homeless with entire villages flattened,[15][17][18]
across many districts of the country. Centuries-old buildings were destroyed at UNESCO World
Heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley, including some at the Kathmandu Durbar Square, the
Patan Durbar Square and the Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Geophysicists and other experts had
warned for decades that Nepal was vulnerable to a deadly earthquake, particularly because of its
geology, urbanization, and architecture.[19][20]
Continued aftershocks occurred throughout Nepal within 15–20 minute intervals, with one shock
reaching a magnitude of 6.7 on 26 April at 12:54:08 NST.[4] The country also had a continued
risk of landslides.[21]
A second major earthquake occurred on 12 May 2015 at 12:35 NST with a moment magnitude
(Mw) of 7.3. Mw.[22] The epicenter was near the Chinese border between the capital of Kathmandu
and Mt. Everest.[23] More than 125 people were killed and more than 2,500 were injured by this
aftershock
The earthquake in Nepal was so violent it moved mountains. Satellite imagery shows that the
parts of the Himalayas sank three feet—and the area around it as much as five feet—as tectonic
plates snapped under extreme pressure. But the mountains will regain their height, slowly but
surely, thanks to the geologic forces at work.
The European Space Agency’s Sentinel-1A radar satellite captured before and after images of the
area hit by the earthquake. The image below show how the Eurasian plate bent, the land falling
in some places (yellow) and rising in others (blue). The area of the Himalaya’s Langtang range
sank by three feet. Everest, which was further away from the earthquake, sank about an inch.

Visit in Red Fort
February 2 was a day I will never forget for the rest of my life. We went on an
educational trip to Red Fort, which is rightfully regarded as the crown of India's
heritage. I was struck by the breathtaking and intricate architecture of the magnificent
red sandstone structure. Our guide spoke at length about the quaint Dora work, and the
use of Indo-Islamic architecture at the Red Fort. Besides the Chatta Bazaar, we got to
see the marvellous Makrani marble throne at the Diwan-e-Aam. The place that
fascinated me the most was the Rang Mahal, with the Lotus fountain. There was a
simple white stone mosque, Moti Masjid, the only structure constructed by Aurangzeb
in Shahjahanabad. Later, we came across the peaceful heart-warming Sawan-Bhado
pavilion. was truly a memorable day.
*Arushi Shonik
On the morning of February 2, I went to visit the Red Fort along with my school friends
and teachers. I was very excited because it was a great opportunity for me to enhance my
knowledge on our rich Indian history. Our guide, who conducted an interactive session
on the history of the Red Fort, told us everything about Islamic architecture. As we
entered the monument, we crossed Chatta Bazaar. Then we saw the Naubat Khana and
the Diwan-e-Aam. It consisted of a huge marble throne, adorned with beautiful carvings
and designs. After that, we went to the Diwan-e-Khas. Near it, there were private
chambers where the king and the queens resided. The Yamuna river used to flow behind
these chambers once upon a time. Moving ahead, we came across Moti Masjid, which
was built by Aurangzeb. Opposite to it, there was the Hammam, where the emperor
used to bathe. Many beautiful gardens adorned the place. It was a fantastic experience,
and we would like to thank The Indian Express for giving us this opportunity.

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