A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Friday, October 17, 2025, at a shallow depth of 10 km, near the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border. The tremors were strongly felt in several districts of Jammu and Kashmir, alarming residents still recovering from last month’s devastating seismic activity.
While there are no immediate reports of casualties or property damage, the quake has reignited concerns about earthquake preparedness in the region. The area has been seismically active, with a 6.2 magnitude earthquake on September 4, 2025, killing over 2,200 people and causing widespread destruction.
The Geological Survey authorities are monitoring aftershocks and have urged residents in border districts and hilly areas to remain alert. Emergency response teams have been put on standby as a precautionary measure.
The quake serves as a reminder of the vulnerability of the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region and adjoining areas of North India, particularly Jammu and Kashmir, to seismic events. Experts advise caution, early warning awareness, and strict adherence to earthquake safety protocols to minimize risk.
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