Archive · 15 Sep 2025
Assam Rocked by Earthquakes: Aftershocks Continue
Big shakes happened in Assam, India, with the first one measuring 5.8.
After the main earthquake, there were smaller shakes called aftershocks.
These aftershocks happened in the days following the main one.
Because of where it is located, this part of India often has earthquakes.
The Prime Minister spoke to Assam's leader and offered help.
The area has a fault line which is why earthquakes are common there.
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Assam on September 14.
Multiple aftershocks followed the initial quake.
Aftershocks were recorded in Udalguri, Sonitpur, and Karbi Anglong.
The region is in a high seismic zone and prone to earthquakes.
The Prime Minister assured support to Assam after the earthquake.
- Who
- National Centre for Seismology reported the events. Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded.
- What
- A 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit Assam, followed by several aftershocks.
- When
- The main quake occurred on September 14, with aftershocks continuing on September 15.
- Where
- Assam, India.
- Why
- The region is seismically active due to its location in a high seismic zone and the presence of the Kopili Fault Zone and Himalayan Frontal Thrust.
- Main Earthquake Magnitude
- 5.8
- Main Earthquake Date
- September 14
- Aftershocks Location
- Udalguri, Sonitpur, and Karbi Anglong
- Region Affected
- Northeastern India (Assam)
- Depth of quakes
- 5-10 km
- Prime Minister's Response
- Spoke to Assam CM, assured support