A magnitude 4.3 earthquake was recorded in the western belt of Nepal on Tuesday morning.    

The National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre informed RSS that it recorded the magnitude 4.3 earthquake with its epicentre at Batulasain of Achham district. The quake occurred at 6:33 am.    

Prior to this, a magnitude 4.1 quake was recorded in central Nepal on March 8 with its epicentre at Khungkhani area of Baglung district, the state-run national news agency RSS reported.     

Western Nepal has experienced frequent seismic activity of late including the devastating Jajarkot earthquake a few years ago. Experts attribute this to the ongoing collision between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The Indian plate is gradually moving northward beneath the Eurasian plate, generating stress along the fault lines. When the accumulated stress is released, it results in earthquakes, experts say.

Nepal, situated in one of the most seismically active zones in the world, remains highly vulnerable to earthquakes. The country has witnessed devastating quakes in the past, including the 2015 Gorkha earthquake, which caused widespread destruction. Experts warn that the recurring tremors indicate the ongoing build-up of tectonic pressure, underscoring the need for enhanced disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure.