On Shahrivar 11, 1962, a powerful earthquake struck Buin Zahra and the surrounding regions. The earthquake caused extensive destruction, with many villages completely destroyed and significant damage inflicted on local infrastructure. More than 25,000 people lost their lives, and thousands more were injured or left homeless as a result of the disaster. Relief efforts faced significant challenges due to the scale of casualties and destruction, drawing public and governmental attention to the need for improved crisis management and preparedness for natural disasters. This event stands as one of the deadliest earthquakes in modern Iranian history, and its impact influenced disaster response policies and practices in the years that followed. This date was officially added to the Jalali calendar after the 1962 disaster, in recognition of its significance and to serve as a reminder of the importance of preparedness and crisis management in the face of natural calamities.
