A moderate earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Kamjong in Manipur early Tuesday morning, officials said. According to the National Center for Seismology, the tremor occurred at around 5:50 am IST on April 21. Data shared by the agency showed that the earthquake originated at a depth of 62 kilometres beneath the surface, making it a moderately deep seismic event. The coordinates of the epicentre were recorded at latitude 24.703 N and longitude 94.415 E.
Residents in several parts of the region reported feeling the tremors, which were strong enough to wake people from their sleep. However, there were no immediate reports of any major damage to property or loss of life at the time of filing this report. Officials said the situation is being closely monitored, and local authorities are on alert to assess any possible impact in remote areas. Earthquakes of this intensity are not uncommon in the Northeast region, which falls under a high seismic zone.
The development comes at a time when the state is already facing disruption due to ongoing unrest. On Monday, normal life was affected in several districts due to shutdowns called by different organisations. Markets, schools and public transport services remained closed in parts of the Imphal valley and some hill districts, including Ukhrul and Senapati. Protests were also reported from several areas, including parts of the state capital, Imphal.
