Earthquake of magnitude 5.8 hit Udalguri, Assam today at 16.41 IST: National Seismological Centre
असम के उदलगुरी में 5.8 तीव्रता का भूकंप
Assam Earthquake News, Northeast Earthquake Alert, Guwahati Earthquake 2025-Assam and the northeastern region of the country were suddenly hit by a 5.8 magnitude earthquake on Sunday. The earthquake, centered in Udalguri district, sent locals into a panic. People rushed out of their homes and buildings, while the government and the disaster management department kept a close watch on the situation. No loss of life or property has been confirmed so far. The earthquake occurred when people were in the afternoon calm. An earthquake of 5.8 magnitude on the Richter scale hit a sensitive area of Assam, which indicates the need to always be alert in terms of earthquakes.
Earthquake epicenter and intensity in Udalguri
According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the earthquake occurred at 4:41 pm. Its epicenter was at a depth of just 5 kilometers in Udalguri district. Experts say that due to this depth and intensity of the earthquake, tremors were felt in the surrounding area, but there was no major damage. Locals said that the tremors were so strong that people came out of their houses. Government officials immediately started surveying the area and no casualties or property damage were reported at the moment.
Previous history: Earthquake threat in Assam
Assam and the Northeast region fall in an earthquake-prone area. There have been many earthquakes here in the last few years. For example, in 2021, an earthquake of 6.4 magnitude hit Sonitpur district of Assam. At that time buildings were damaged in many towns and people were scared. Earthquake experts say that earthquakes with a magnitude above 4.5 pose a risk of damage to houses and buildings. At the same time, earthquakes with a magnitude of 7.0 or above are considered more dangerous.
Why does an earthquake occur?
According to Dr. Bhrigu Shankar, North Region Director of the Geological Survey of India, the surface of the Earth is made up of many plates. These plates keep sliding continuously. Energy is created inside the ground due to friction and pressure between the plates. When this energy suddenly comes out, earthquake tremors are felt. Due to plate tectonics in the Northeast region, this area is always considered vulnerable to earthquakes. Experts advise that people should adopt measures to stay safe.
Mystery and suspense: Is a big shock coming?
This sudden earthquake has become a matter of concern for the local people. Experts are constantly keeping an eye on this area. Can this earthquake be a sign of big shocks to come? People of Assam and the Northeast are on alert, and the administration is intensifying disaster management measures.
Follow Us on… 
