Kutch Shakes: 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Gujarat Early Morning

• A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck Gujarat's Kutch district early Friday morning at approximately 4:30 AM on 26/12/2025.
• The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the quake's epicenter at 23.65° N, 70.23° E, with a depth of 10 kilometers.
• Kutch is an earthquake-sensitive region, having experienced a 4.3 magnitude quake in April 2025 (22/04/2025).
• The area was devastated by a 6.9 magnitude earthquake on January 26, 2001, near Bhachau, causing 13,800 deaths and 1.67 lakh injuries.
• Experts warn that Kutch remains vulnerable to major seismic activity, despite past events.

Why It Matters: Kutch experienced a 4.4 magnitude earthquake, highlighting its continued seismic vulnerability.