Epicentre Near Tezpur, No Damage Reported So Far
Assam’s Nagaon district was shaken by a 4.3-magnitude earthquake on Monday afternoon, marking the second seismic event to hit India within a 24-hour span.
The quake originated at a depth of 35 kilometres, with coordinates pinpointed at 26.28°N latitude and 92.71°E longitude. Although the tremor was of moderate intensity, it was felt widely across parts of central Assam. As of now, there have been no immediate reports of damage to property or loss of life.
Experts Cite Assam’s High Seismic Risk Due to Tectonic Location
Assam is no stranger to seismic activity, lying within India’s Zone V — the highest seismic risk classification — due to its proximity to major tectonic plate boundaries. Earthquakes are relatively frequent in the region, though most are of low to moderate intensity.
This latest event comes just a day after a 3.1-magnitude earthquake was recorded in Rajasthan’s Churu district on Saturday evening. That quake occurred at a much shallower depth of 10 kilometres, with coordinates registered at 27.56°N and 74.01°E.
The National Center for Seismology, India’s official earthquake monitoring agency, continues to track and report seismic activity in real time. Their data plays a crucial role in alerting authorities, assessing geological risks, and planning emergency responses.
While Monday’s quake did not cause major disruption, it serves as a timely reminder of Assam’s vulnerability to natural disasters. Local officials and emergency services remain on alert, and residents are advised to stay informed and follow safety protocols in the event of aftershocks or further tremors.