1988 Myanmar–India earthquake

The 1988 Myanmar–India earthquake was a destructive seismic event that occurred on July 6, 1988, affecting the border region between Myanmar and India. Classified as a magnitude 6.5 earthquake, it struck at 3:22 AM local time, with its epicenter located near the town of Manipur in India and the Sagaing Region of Myanmar. The tremor caused significant structural damage, particularly in the states of Manipur and Nagaland in India, as well as in adjacent areas of Myanmar. Reports indicated that thousands of buildings were damaged or destroyed, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries. The earthquake prompted immediate humanitarian responses from both national governments and international organizations, highlighting the vulnerability of the region to seismic activity.