A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Sikkim on Sunday evening, killing at least 54 people, including 42 in India, five in Nepal, and seven in Tibet. Over 100 others were injured, and strong tremors were felt across North and East India, as well as parts of Bangladesh and Nepal. The epicenter was 64 km north-west of Gangtok. Several regions, including Sikkim, Bihar, and West Bengal, experienced extensive damage. Rescue operations, involving over 4,000 personnel, were hampered by landslides and heavy rainfall. The government has airlifted food and medical teams, while the Army and NDRF are working to clear blocked roads and provide relief.
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