Earthquake Shakes Kolkata: Tremors Felt Across the Region

Kolkata and nearby areas experienced tremors after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Myanmar. The quake, felt on Tuesday evening, caused no immediate reports of damage or injuries. High-rise building residents and office workers reported feeling the aftershocks, as authorities work to pinpoint the exact epicenter location.

Kolkata and its neighboring regions were shaken on Tuesday evening as an earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck with its epicenter located in Myanmar, according to an official from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).

Residents in high-rise buildings and office employees experienced noticeable aftershocks when the quake hit at approximately 9:05 pm. The tremor lasted only a few seconds, leaving the community startled but with no immediate damage or injuries reported.

The IMD continues its efforts to confirm the quake's precise location while emphasizing the quake's significant magnitude of 6.1 on the Richter scale as they gather further details.

(With inputs from agencies.)