An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale struck Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir at 04:32 hours on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, with its epicenter located at latitude 33.090 N and longitude 75.928 E.
The National Centre for Seismology confirmed the earthquake, stating, “EQ of M: 4.6, on 12/04/2026 04:32:00 IST, Lat: 33.090 N, Long: 75.928 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Doda, Jammu and Kashmir.” Fortunately, no immediate loss of life or damage to property has been reported.
This region is known for its seismic activity, having been upgraded to Seismic Zone VI as of December 2025, which indicates a high likelihood of earthquakes. The earthquake’s shallow depth contributed to its moderate intensity, which may have been felt by residents but did not lead to significant destruction.
Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most seismically active regions in the world, making such occurrences a part of life for its inhabitants. Observers are closely monitoring the situation, but as of now, details remain unconfirmed regarding any aftershocks or further geological activity in the area.
