Just days before the 2001 Gujarat earthquake anniversary, a 4.1 magnitude tremor hit Khawda in Gujarat’s Kutch district early on Saturday, causing panic among residents. The earthquake’s epicenter was about 55 km from Khawda and occurred at 1:22 a.m.
Although no casualties or property damage were reported immediately, the tremor led people to evacuate their homes in some areas. The impact was more pronounced in rural parts of the region, adding to concerns following recent seismic activities.
A day prior, a 2.5 magnitude tremor struck Rapar, with its epicenter near Khengarpar, about 19 km from Rapar. This event, along with a subsequent 2.7 magnitude earthquake in Bhachau on the same day, heightened anxiety among residents already on edge due to frequent tremors.
The Kutch district, being in an earthquake-prone zone, experiences regular minor to moderate tremors. The local administration is actively monitoring the situation and urging citizens to stay calm and avoid spreading rumors. The recent seismic activity has reignited memories of the devastating 2001 Gujarat earthquake, emphasizing the region’s vulnerability to such natural disasters.
