§  Sikkim Earthquake 4.6 Magnitude February 26 2026

§  Strong Tremors Hit Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri – Panic in Hills but No Major Damage

§  Sikkim Quake Felt Across North Bengal

§  Epicenter Near Gyalshing, Residents Report Shaking Buildings and Falling Objects

§  Tremors felt in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri – no major damage, full details and aftershock alerts

The Daily Hints, Sikkim: A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck Sikkim on February 26, 2026, at 11:34 AM with the epicenter near Gyalshing. Tremors were strongly felt up to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri, Jalpaiguri and even parts of North Bengal, causing panic as people rushed out of buildings. The quake, at a shallow 10 km depth, shook homes and rattled windows but no major damage or casualties have been reported so far. This “Sikkim earthquake Darjeeling” event has gone viral on social media with locals sharing videos of swaying furniture and quick evacuations.

·       4.6 magnitude earthquake rattled Sikkim Gangtok Thursday Feb 26 11:04 AM IST – tremors felt Darjeeling (41km), Kalimpong (42km), Kurseong (58km), Siliguri (79km)

·       No major damage reported – NCS monitoring shallow 10km quake

·       National Centre Seismology confirms: 4.6 Mw Yuksom Sikkim – light-moderate tremors NE India

·       Panic moments: Buildings shook, shelves rattled – families evacuated briefly

·       Safety first: No collapse alerts, power stable across districts

Details & Context

Epicenter Breakdown

·       Yuksom Sikkim: 5km – strongest shakes

·       Namchi: 28km – moderate

·       Gangtok: 36km – felt buildings

·       Darjeeling: 41km – tea gardens tremor

·       Kalimpong: 42km – hill panic

·       Kurseong: 58km – mild

·       Siliguri: 79km – very light

·       Naxalbari: 80km – borderline

Technical Specs

·       Magnitude: 4.6 Mw

·       Time: 11:04 AM IST Feb 26 2026

·       Depth: 10km (shallow)

·       Zone: Seismic Zone IV-V

·       Duration: 15-25 seconds – residents rushed outdoors.

The Indian National Centre for Seismology (NCS) confirmed the quake hit at 27.40°N, 88.26°E near Gyalshing in West Sikkim. It was felt intensely within 50 km, including Gangtok (36 km away) and Yuksom (5 km). Tremors reached Darjeeling (41 km), Kalimpong (42 km), Kurseong (58 km) and Siliguri (79 km) with lighter shaking in Naxalbari (80 km). People described it as a strong jolt lasting 10-15 seconds with some reporting cracking sounds and objects falling from shelves. 

A follow-up 3.9 magnitude aftershock hit at 12:39 PM near Gyalshing. The shallow depth amplified the feel but the region’s hilly terrain and building codes helped limit damage. No reports of collapsed structures or injuries yet but authorities are checking remote areas. This is the second notable quake in Sikkim this month after a 4.5 on February 6. The area sits on active faults, making it prone to seismic activity.

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Official Statements Quote

·       NCS Bulletin
“Light-moderate tremors expected near epicenter. Low structural risk 4.6 magnitude.”

“EQ of M: 4.6, On: 26/02/2026 11:34:05 IST, Lat: 27.40 N, Long: 88.26 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Gyalshing, Sikkim.”

·       Local Admin
“No casualties, infrastructure intact – teams assessing remote areas.”

·       Local resident in Darjeeling (shared on X): “The whole building shook... we ran outside thinking it was big!” 

·       From X user @NCS_Earthquake (official post Feb 26, 2026): “EQ of M: 4.6... For more information Download the BhooKamp App.” 

·       Sikkim resident on X: “Felt strongly in Gangtok – furniture moved, lights swinging. Stay safe everyone!” 

·       From X user @KTvBangla (Feb 26, 2026): “ফের ভূমিকম্পে কাঁপল সিকিম, বাড়ছে উদ্বেগ!” (Tremors in Sikkim, concern rising.)

Additional Information

Safety Radius Impact

·       0-20km: Strong shaking, minor cracks possible

·       20-50km: Moderate, shelves fall

·       50-80km: Weak, felt by many

·       80km+: Not felt

Nearby Quakes: Sikkim Zone V – tectonic hotspot Himalaya faultlines.
Apps: My Earthquake Alerts, NCS live tracker.

Prep Kit: Water, torch, first aid – 3 days essentials.

X posts from February 26, 2026, show real-time panic – @NCS_Earthquake’s official alert got 186 views quickly with users tagging locations like Siliguri and Kalimpong. Semantic search reveals 10+ posts describing “strong jolt” in Darjeeling hills with videos of shaking shelves (e.g., @SaptashwaTV post with 10 views). Web sources confirm magnitude 4.6 at 10 km depth, felt up to 80 km away, no damage per initial reports. A 3.9 aftershock followed at 12:39 PM. Similar to February 6’s 4.5 quake near Pelling. Authorities urge calm; download BhooKamp app for alerts. No tsunami risk as it’s inland. Past Sikkim quakes (like 2011’s 6.9) caused major damage – this one’s milder but a reminder of seismic zone risks.

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Impact Analysis

Risk: 4.6 = low damage, aftershocks possible 24-48hrs.

This Sikkim earthquake felt up to Darjeeling has caused momentary panic but highlights the region’s vulnerability. Positively, shallow quakes like this often cause less structural damage in well-built areas and quick NCS alerts help people react fast. Socially, X videos and posts spread awareness, encouraging preparedness kits. Economically, tourism in Darjeeling and Sikkim might see short dips from fear but no major losses reported. Environmentally, it reminds of tectonic activity along the Himalayan fault lines. If aftershocks continue, remote villages could face issues. Overall, it’s a wake-up call for earthquake-resistant buildings and public drills in North Bengal and Sikkim.

Conclusion

Sikkim 4.6 quake shakes Darjeeling-Siliguri belt – panic but no tragedy.
NCS monitoring – Zone V preparedness pays off.

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