Early‑Morning 4.5‑Magnitude Quake Shakes Nagaon, Assam

Dawn Shock Hits Nagaon

At 04:23 a.m. IST on Tuesday, 6 October, seismologists recorded a magnitude‑4.5 earthquake beneath Assam’s Nagaon district, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

Depth and Epicentre Details

The seismic event originated roughly 33 km beneath the earth’s surface, with its hypocentre positioned at 26.428° N latitude and 93.060° E longitude.

Impact on the Local Community

The sudden jolt startled residents, but officials confirm that no injuries or property damage have been reported. NCS has classified the occurrence as a reviewed earthquake, verifying its magnitude, depth and coordinates.

Earlier Tremor in Himachal Pradesh

A separate, smaller quake was logged earlier in Himachal Pradesh’s Una district. Occurring at 11:48 p.m. on 4 October, the NCS measured it at magnitude 2.5, emanating from a shallow depth of about 9 km.

Like the Nagaon event, the Una tremor caused neither casualties nor structural damage.

Looking Forward

These episodes underscore the importance of continuous seismic monitoring throughout India’s northeastern region. Authorities will keep a close watch and provide updates should any effects develop.