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Maharashtra Experiences 29 Earthquakes in Two Weeks, Prompting Scientific Inquiry
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 05:03 PM
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Maharashtra has recorded 29 seismic events over the last fortnight, raising questions about the region's tectonic activity.
Maharashtra has logged 29 seismic events in the past 14 days, according to the Indian Meteorological Department. The tremors, ranging from magnitude 2.0 to 4.5, were mostly felt in the western districts and caused no significant damage.
Officials say the earthquakes were shallow and did not trigger any aftershocks of concern. Residents reported minor shaking but no structural failures.
Scientists are examining the swarm to understand its link to the Indo‑Australian plate boundary that runs near the state. Preliminary studies suggest a possible increase in stress along the fault lines.
The state’s disaster management authorities have increased monitoring and are ready to respond if stronger quakes occur.
Officials say the earthquakes were shallow and did not trigger any aftershocks of concern. Residents reported minor shaking but no structural failures.
Scientists are examining the swarm to understand its link to the Indo‑Australian plate boundary that runs near the state. Preliminary studies suggest a possible increase in stress along the fault lines.
The state’s disaster management authorities have increased monitoring and are ready to respond if stronger quakes occur.