Breaking News: A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 struck Nepal late Friday night, causing significant devastation. The earthquake's epicenter was in Jajarkot, about 250 miles northeast of Kathmandu. Reports indicate that at least 132 people have lost their lives, and more than 140 have been injured. The hardest-hit areas appear to be Jajarkot and West Rukum, with 92 casualties in Jajarkot alone.
The tremors were not confined to Nepal; they were felt in North India, including New Delhi, despite the considerable distance. Thankfully, there were no reported casualties or property damage in India. The earthquake has triggered panic and disrupted communication with many affected places, making it challenging to assess the full extent of the disaster.
Nepal's Prime Minister, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda,' has arrived in Jajarkot to meet with affected individuals, and the government has mobilized security forces for rescue and relief efforts. This earthquake serves as a stark reminder of Nepal's vulnerability to seismic activity, given its location on a major geological fault line.
Our thoughts are with the affected families, and we hope for a swift and effective response to provide aid and support to those in need. We will continue to keep a close eye on the situation as it develops.
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