5.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Telangana, Tremors Felt in Neighboring States

The earthquake, centered in Mulugu district, caused mild tremors in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, with no casualties or major damage reported.

The earthquake occurred at 7:27 AM IST in Mulugu, Telangana, with a magnitude of 5.3 and a depth of 40 kilometers, according to the National Center for Seismology.
Mild tremors were felt in parts of Maharashtra, including Nagpur, Gadchiroli, and Chandrapur, as well as in Hyderabad and other areas of Andhra Pradesh.
Officials in affected regions have reported no casualties or significant structural damage, though residents were advised to remain cautious.
Telangana is located in Seismic Zone II, a low-intensity zone, making this earthquake a rare event for the region.
Local authorities and experts have urged people to stay vigilant and avoid unsafe structures during potential aftershocks.