An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale shook Assam on Sunday evening, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. Tremors were reportedly felt in Guwahati and surrounding areas.
The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake struck Udalguri, Assam, at 4:41 PM IST, occurring at a shallow depth of 5 km.
"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," NCS said in a post on X.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Reacts
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said there have been no reports of major damage or casualties so far and assured that the situation is being closely monitored.
"An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 has struck Assam today. The epicentre was near Udalguri. So far , there has be