Hydrogen bomb test: India asks North Korea to refrain from such actions
"We have seen reports that DPRK has conducted a nuclear test today. We are assessing the available information, including claims that this was a thermonuclear test. It is a matter of deep concern that DPRK has again acted in violation of its international commitments in this regard," MEA spokesperson Vikas Swarup tweeted.
"We call upon DPRK to refrain from such actions which adversely impact on peace and stability in the region. Our concerns about proliferation links between North East Asia and our neighbourhood are well-known," he said.
North Korea made the announcement after a 5.1 magnitude earthquake was detected close to nuclear test site.
According to USGS website, an earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter Scale hit North Korea with the epicentre being 19 kms east-north-east of North Korea's Sungjibaegam town.
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