Back-To-Back Earthquakes Shake Meghalaya And Myanmar
A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Meghalaya, India, with its epicentre in East Garo Hills. This follows a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in central Myanmar, causing tremors in China and Thailand.
Meghalaya experienced a mild tremor as a 4.0-magnitude earthquake rattled parts of the state, sending ripples of concern among residents. While no significant damage was reported, the quake was widely felt across multiple areas. The epicentre was East Garo Hills.
EQ of M: 4.0, On: 28/03/2025 13:03:00 IST, Lat: 25.57 N, Long: 90.58 E, Depth: 5 Km, Location: East Garo Hills, Meghalaya.
— National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) March 28, 2025
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This came just hours after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing roads to crack in the capital, Naypyidaw. The seismic jolt, which occurred at approximately 12:50 PM local time (0620 GMT), had its epicentre 16 kilometres northwest of Sagaing at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The impact wasn't confined to Myanmar alone. Strong tremors rippled across international borders, reaching parts of China and Thailand, triggering alarm among locals. While assessments are still underway, early reports indicate significant ground movement in affected areas.
Emergency In Thailand
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared a state of emergency in Bangkok after he called an emergency meeting to assess the earthquake's impact. Videos showed hundreds of people pouring out of buildings in panic after the tremors and water splashing out of swimming pools.
Big earthquake in Bangkok. Whole building was shaking for 3 min or so pic.twitter.com/ztizXSoGl1
— On The Rug (@On_the_Rug) March 28, 2025
PM Modi Expresses Concern
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern over the strong tremors that ripped through Myanmar and Thailand. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi said he has asked Indian authorities to be on standby. He also asked the Ministry of External Affairs to remain in touch with the Governments of Myanmar and Thailand for any assistance.
"Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of everyone. India stands ready to offer all possible assistance," Modi said.
Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of everyone. India stands ready to offer all possible assistance. In this regard, asked our authorities to be on standby. Also asked the MEA to remain in touch…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 28, 2025
(This is a developing story and is being updated.)
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