Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday. The massive tremor caused widespread chaos, with dozens of workers trapped inside a collapsed under-construction building in Bangkok. Modi assured that India is prepared to extend all possible assistance to the affected regions.

Taking to social media, PM Modi stated, “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”.

The 7.7-magnitude tremor hit northwest of the city of Sagaing on Friday afternoon at shallow depth, the United States Geological Survey said. A 6.4-magnitude aftershock hit the same area minutes later.

The tremors caused significant destruction in Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, where a 30-storey under-construction skyscraper collapsed. Authorities reported that 43 workers were trapped inside the debris, prompting an emergency response by police and medical teams. Thai authorities have declared a state of emergency in Bangkok.  

(with inputs from agencies)