A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck Sikkim’s Gyalshing district at 11:50 AM on Thursday, February 26, with tremors felt across several parts of the state but no immediate reports of damage or casualties, officials said.
Highlights
- The quake, measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale, had its epicentre in Gyalshing district of Sikkim.
- Tremors were experienced in multiple areas, though authorities reported no injuries or structural damage.
- The event comes weeks after a 4.5-magnitude quake and a series of aftershocks in the same region on February 6.
- Seismologists link the activity to the highly active tectonic setting near the Tista Fault in the eastern Himalayas.
- Monitoring is ongoing, with officials urging residents to remain calm and follow safety advisories.
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Why it matters
Sikkim lies in a seismically active Himalayan zone, where even moderate earthquakes highlight persistent geological risks for local communities and infrastructure. The February 26 tremor, following a similar quake and at least 12 aftershocks earlier in the month, underlines the need for sustained preparedness, robust building standards and public awareness on earthquake safety. Continued monitoring by authorities and seismic agencies is crucial to assess evolving risk and guide mitigation measures in the region.