4.9-magnitude moderate earthquake hits West Sikkim, mild tremors felt in Gangtok

A map showing the epicentre of the earthquake. Courtesy: National Center for Seismology

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Sikkim-Nepal region early Thursday (November 12, 2026) morning, triggering mild tremors in parts of West and Sikkim, including the state capital Gangtok.

Officials said there were no reports of property damage or casualties.

The moderate earthquake occurred at 4.30 am, with its epicentre located around 40 km northwest of Yuksom in Gyalshing district of West Sikkim, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

The NCS said the earthquake was recorded at a depth of 73 km, at latitude 27.671 degrees north and longitude 87.987 degrees east.

Mild tremors were felt in several areas of West Sikkim, as well as parts of East Sikkim, including the state capital.