Tremors were felt in Punjab, Haryana and in the capital city of Chandigarh following the 7.9 Richter Scale earthquake that hit Nepal on Saturday. The tremors were felt around 11.40 am and lasted a few seconds. Authorities in both the States said there were no reports of any loss of life or damage to property. In the hill State of Himachal Pradesh, the earthquake was felt across the State, triggering panic among the people. No loss of life or damage to property was reported. Meanwhile, the Haryana Chief Minister Manohar lal Khattar on Saturday expressed deep shock over the loss of many lives and property in a massive earthquake that hit Nepal.
He assured all help to the suffering humanity in Nepal saying the Government is airlifting 20,000 food packets on Sunday. Deputy Commissioner Faridabad and Panipat are providing food stuff by involving social organisations. Haryana Government has also offered to provide blankets for the people. Chief Minister has offered all aid for Nepal as and when desired by Government of India.