India ready to offer possible assistance: PM Modi on Myanmar, Thailand earthquake

Modi also said India was ready to offer help to both Myanmar and Thailand.

He posted on X, "Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of everyone. India stands ready to offer all possible assistance. In this regard, asked our authorities to be on standby. Also asked the MEA to remain in touch with the Governments of Myanmar and Thailand."

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake hit Myanmar on Friday, with strong tremors felt in neighbouring Thailand's capital, Bangkok city.

As per the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of the quake was located in Sagaing region in Myanmar.

Apart from Thailand, strong tremors were also felt in China. The quake hit at a depth of 10 km.

The tremors of the quake were felt across Myanmar in regions like Mandalay, Kyaukse, Pyin Oo Lwin, and Shwebo.

Witnesses told Myanmar Now on Tuesday that parts of the historic Mandalay Palace in Mandalay were severely damaged.

Strong tremors also destroyed a bridge in Sagaing Township.

According to reports, several high-rise buildings in Mandalay were destroyed due to the earthquake.

It is feared that a large number of people might be trapped under the debris.

The casualty figure is still not clear.

Strong tremors were felt in Yangon and Naypyidaw.

A resident in Yangon told CNN, "It was excessively shaky and persisted for three to four minutes."

"The building where my house was unstable," the resident said.

As per videos going viral on social media, several passengers were seen crouching and taking cover on the tarmac at Myanmar’s Mandalay Airport.