1997 Jabalpur earthquake

The 1997 Jabalpur earthquake occurred on May 22, 1997, at approximately 3:59 PM IST, with a moment magnitude of 6.1. Centered near the city of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, India, this seismic event primarily affected the central Indian region. The earthquake was notable for its shallow depth of 10 kilometers, causing significant ground shaking and leading to extensive damage in Jabalpur and surrounding areas. Official reports indicate that over 1,000 structures were either damaged or destroyed, resulting in the displacement of thousands of residents. The disaster prompted a swift response from both local and national authorities, highlighting the need for improved disaster preparedness in seismically active zones of India.