Comparative Study of Wind and Seismic Effects on Multi-Story Buildings in Jharkhand Using ETABS

In recent years, Jharkhand has experienced rapid urban development, leading to a significant increase in the construction of multi-story residential and commercial buildings, particularly apartment complexes in major cities such as Ranchi, Jamshedpur, and Dhanbad. As the number and height of these structures continue to grow, it becomes increasingly important to ensure their safety and stability against lateral loads such as wind and earthquakes. Wind forces can significantly affect the structural behavior of tall buildings, especially in rapidly developing urban regions. This study focuses on the comparative analysis of wind and seismic effects on multi-story reinforced concrete buildings in Jharkhand using ETABS software. A typical multi-story apartment building model is developed and analyzed by considering gravity loads along with wind loads as per IS 875 (Part 3) and seismic loads as per IS 1893. Key structural parameters such as story displacement, story drift, base shear, and overall structural performance are evaluated under both wind and earthquake loading conditions. The results obtained from the analysis provide a clear understanding of the influence of wind and seismic forces on building performance in the Jharkhand region. The study highlights the importance of considering both wind and earthquake loads during the design process to ensure structural safety, stability, and serviceability of multi-story buildings. The findings of this research can support engineers and planners in designing safer and more efficient buildings in the rapidly urbanizing areas of Jharkhand.