Assam experienced a 5.9-magnitude earthquake, with its epicentre near Dhekiajuli, the US Geological Survey reported on Sunday evening. Tremors were felt in Guwahati, parts of north Bengal, and neighbouring Bhutan.
EQ of M: 5.8, On: 14/09/2025 16:41:50 IST, Lat: 26.78 N, Long: 92.33 E, Depth: 5 Km, Location: Udalguri, Assam.
— National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) September 14, 2025
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Shallow Depth and Impact
The quake struck at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the GFZ. Officials confirmed that there were no casualties or significant property damage so far.
Panic in Guwahati
Residents in Guwahati rushed out of their homes as tremors shook the city. Former Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal wrote on X, “Major earthquake in Assam. My prayers for everyone’s safety and well-being.”
Epicentre and Tremor Spread
Authorities reported the earthquake struck at 4:41 pm, with its epicentre in Udalguri district at a depth of 5 km. Tremors spread across several northeastern states and reached Bhutan.
Government Response
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa said, “We are actively monitoring the situation.” He also confirmed that no major damage or casualties have been reported so far.
An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 has struck Assam today .
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) September 14, 2025
The epicentre was near Udalguri. So far , there has been no report of any major damage or loss of life . We are actively monitoring the situation.