Virtual Earthquake Reconnaissance Team (VERT) Summary by Deepak Pant.
Several Indian codes and standards are incorporated in the undergraduate curriculum in Nepal and are also widely used for the construction of modern buildings. The following is a list of main Indian codes relevant to Nepal’s construction practices:
1. IS456 for concrete structures
3. IS1905 for unreinforced masonry
Curated topics from the April 25, 2015, Nepal Earthquake to help inform reconnaissance activities, identify impacted regions, and help document the timeline of earthquake response/recovery.
Information on design codes and construction practices from the April 25, 2015, Nepal earthquake.
