Sikkim Shaken: Two Earthquakes Rattle Gangtok in Early Morning Hours
In the early hours of Friday, Gangtok, Sikkim, was jolted by two earthquakes measuring 3.6 and 2.7 on the Richter scale. The first quake occurred at 4:26 AM, followed by a second tremor shortly after. Fortunately, officials reported no injuries or damage to property. This seismic activity has raised concerns among residents, but the situation remains stable. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Mar 20, 2026, 12:23 IST
Seismic Activity in Gangtok
Gangtok: In the early hours of Friday, residents of Gangtok, Sikkim experienced two consecutive earthquakes measuring 3.6 and 2.7 on the Richter scale, according to local officials.
The first quake, with a magnitude of 3.6, struck at 4:26 AM, located approximately 10.7 kilometers northwest of Gangtok at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers. Shortly after, a second tremor was recorded at 11.2 kilometers west of the city, reaching a depth of 10 kilometers, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology.
Fortunately, officials confirmed that there were no injuries or property damage reported across the Himalayan region.