Overview
- Seismological agencies recorded a magnitude 4.2 quake with an epicentre near Rajgarhi in Barkot tehsil at about 10 kilometres depth.
- Tremors were felt across the Yamuna and Ganga valley areas, including Uttarkashi, Barkot, Purola, Mori, Chinyalisaur and Dunda.
- A separate mild magnitude 2.0 tremor was logged in parts of Tehri Garhwal after the main event.
- Local residents rushed outdoors in the early hours and some remained outside for hours, prompting police and district administrations to alert response teams.
- District Emergency Operation Centre officials say there are no reported casualties or major damage and that tehsildars, police in‑charges and village leaders have been contacted as inspections continue, with rain and terrain noted as factors that could complicate checks.