The Latur earthquake, measuring 6.2 Mw, struck the Indian state of Maharashtra with severe intensity. Occurring in a region historically considered stable, it took many residents by surprise. The earthquake's epicenter was located near the town of Latur, where the ground shaking reached a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII, classifying it as severe. This level of intensity resulted in catastrophic structural damage in Latur and surrounding areas. Buildings that were not built to withstand seismic activity collapsed, leading to a significant loss of life and injuries. The earthquake struck at night, which compounded the disaster as many residents were asleep when the tremors began.In the aftermath, rescue operations mobilized quickly but faced difficulties due to damaged infrastructure and the sheer scale of the disaster. Thousands were displaced, while local hospitals struggled to provide adequate care for the injured. International aid and assistance began to arrive, but the immediate response was critical in search and rescue operations. The Latur earthquake highlighted the necessity for improved building codes and earthquake preparedness in seismic zones of India, where similar tragedies had occurred historically but were often overlooked in planning and construction.