The Bay of Bengal experienced a tremor this morning, October 29, 2024, as a 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck the region at 9:22 AM IST. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 16.1 km. Thankfully, there have been no reports of casualties or damage thus far.
This recent earthquake follows a series of seismic events in the region, including a 3.8 magnitude earthquake that shook Maharashtra’s Nanded district on October 22. Prior to that, on October 13, two earthquakes were felt across India—one in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district and another in Udalguri, Assam. The Doda earthquake registered 4.3 magnitude and was located at a depth of 4 km. The Assam earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.2, occurred near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. These tremors have been attributed to the release of pressure from tectonic plate movement, a common occurrence in the region.
The northeastern region and the Himalayan region are considered seismically active zones, making earthquakes a regular event due to the movement of tectonic plates along fault lines. While these recent earthquakes have raised awareness about the seismic activity in the region, the lack of immediate reports of damage is a positive sign. Experts continue to monitor seismic activity closely, providing updates and information to ensure public safety.
