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Deadly 7.7 Magnitude Quake Hits Myanmar, Thousands Dead

4/19/2025

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A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked Myanmar on March 28, 2025, claiming over 3,600 lives and displacing millions. This catastrophe deepened an already dire humanitarian crisis, leaving 19.9 million people in urgent need. With infrastructure in ruins and conflict persisting, international aid from India and NGOs is vital for the nation’s recovery.

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A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked Myanmar on March 28, 2025, claiming over 3,600 lives and displacing millions. This catastrophe deepened an already dire humanitarian crisis, leaving 19.9 million people in urgent need. With infrastructure in ruins and conflict persisting, international aid from India and NGOs is vital for the nation’s recovery.