A strong earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale struck Assam on Sunday afternoon, with tremors reported from parts of Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Tripura. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake hit at 4:41 pm IST with its epicentre in Udalguri district, at a shallow depth of 5 km.
Assam government officials confirmed there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property. Union Minister and former Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal urged people to remain cautious, posting on X: “Major earthquake in Assam. My prayers for everyone’s safety and well-being. Urge all to stay alert!”
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