information on 3major earthquakes occured in india and write its magnitude and epicenter
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1. On January 26, 2001 an earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale hit the state of Gujarat killing over 20,000 people. The earthquake occurred at 8:40 in the morning and lasted for two minutes. Several towns and villages were destroyed in the catastrophe. Being close to the epicenter, Bhuj was among the worst affected areas including Anjaar, Vondh and Bhachau. Several buildings were damaged or destroyed in the quake. The famous Swaminarayan temple in the city of Bhuj was also partially damaged.
1934 Bihar earthquake:
2. The 1934 Bihar earthquake is considered to be one of the worst quakes in Indian history. The quake occurred on January 15, 1934 and was recorded 8.1 on the Richter scale. Over 30,000 people were said to have been killed in the disaster. The epicenter of the earthquake was located in eastern Nepal. Extensive damage was caused to life and property. The intensity of the earthquake was so strong that its effect was felt in Kolkata-650 km from epicenter. Purnea, Munger, Muzaffarpur and Champaran were among the worst affected areas.
3. 1993 Maharashtra earthquake:
Over 20,000 people were killed in the earthquake that occurred on September 30, 1993 in the state of Maharashtra. The quake measured 6.4 on the Richter scale with epicenter at Killari village in Latur district. Osmanabad and Latur were the worst affected areas. The destruction was massive with over 52 villages being raised completely to the ground.