A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck the western region at 12:09 p.m. today, with tremors felt across Bajhang and Bajura districts, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre in Surkhet.
The epicentre was located near Saipal Himal in Bajhang district. Local residents experienced panic as the tremor shook buildings and structures across the mountainous terrain.
The District Administration Office, Bajura, has urged residents to take precautionary measures and remain alert for potential aftershocks.