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BAJRI (MINOR MINERAL) MINE

Location: - Villages & Khasra No. – Khedli Khalsa (1), Ghata Jharanya (1, 2, 3), Dowda

Khurd (1, 2), Surang (1), Dhunda (297), Dubbibind Rakkha (1, 271, 272, 750, 654, 655),

Jadawata (1, 2, 4, 6), Khatkhurd (1, 20), Khatkalan (1, 32, 37, 38, 55),

Padhana (19), Kirpura / Odwada (440, 441), Niwadi (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 150)

Tehsil & District – Sawai Madhopur (Rajasthan)

Production: 2.24 MMTA, Area: 802.38 Hectare

Letter of Intent was issued on dated 05.03.2013

Study Period: October, November & December’ 2013

Project Cost: Rs. 7.0 Crore

PROPOSAL

FOR

ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE

("A" Under Category 1(a) of EIA Notification Dated 14.09.06 and its subsequent amendments)

Applicant:- Manjeet Chawla

MRS Group, A - 24, Ambawari, Near Chomu Pulia

Jaipur (Rajasthan).

Email: [email protected]

Phone No.: 08875001251, Fax No.: 0141 - 2221674

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

ENKAY ENVIRO SERVICES PVT. LTD., JAIPUR

(At S. No. 44, as per NABET list of Accredited EIA Consultant Organization)

Corporate Office: L-G-6, Lower Ground Floor, Corporate Park, Gopal Bari, Ajmer Road, Jaipur – 01

Phone: 0141-4013996, 4016996, Fax No.: 0141 – 4026996

Email: [email protected], Website: www.enkayenviro.com

PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE CONTENTS

APPLICANT:- MANJEET CHAWLA

DOCUMENT NO.:- EESPL/ MC/ 001/ 148 – EC/ Mine/ 2013


JULY’ 2015 1

BAJRI (MINOR MINERAL) MINE

Villages & Khasra No. – Khedli Khalsa (1), Ghata Jharanya (1, 2, 3), Dowda Khurd (1, 2), Surang

(1), Dhunda (297), Dubbibind Rakkha (1, 271, 272, 750, 654, 655), Jadawata (1, 2, 4, 6),

Khatkhurd (1, 20), Khatkalan (1, 32, 37, 38, 55), Padhana (19), Kirpura / Odwada (440, 441),

Niwadi (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 150), Tehsil & District – Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan

Production: - 2.24 MMTA, Area: - 802.38 Hectare

Letter of Intent was issued on dated 05.03.2013

S. No. Contents Page Nos.

1. FORM-1 11-30

2. EIA/ EMP REPORT 29-231

SECTION - I INTRODUCTION 30-63

1.1 INTRODUCTION 31

1.2 LEGAL FRAMEWORK RELATED TO SAND MINING 31

1.3 SAND MINING 33

1.4 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT 33

1.5 EIA PROCESS 35

1.6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES 37

1.7 SALIENT FEATIRES OF THE PROJECT 37

1.8 POINT WISE COMPLIANCE OF TOR 38

1.9 POST - ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING 62

1.10 GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

ASSESSMENT 63

SECTION - II PROJECT DESCRIPTION 66-80

2.1 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT 66

2.1.1 CONNECTIVITY (To Mine Site) 68

2.2 NEED OF THE PROJECT 68

2.3 AMENITIES / FACILITIES 70

2.4 INFRASTRUCTURE (PROJECT REQUIREMENTS) 70

2.4.1 POWER 70

2.4.2 NEAREST SOURCE OF WATER SUPPLY AND DEMAND 70

2.4.3 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS 71

2.4.4 LAND OWNERSHIP/ OCCUPANCY 71





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2.4.5 LAND USE PATTERN 72

2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITIES 72

2.5.1 NEAREST FOREST/ WILDLIFE SANCTUARY/ BIOSPHERE

RESERVES 72

2.5.2 NEAREST STREAMS / RIVERS / WATER BODIES 72

2.5.3 PUBLIC BUILDING PLACES AND MONUMENTS 73

2.5.4 IMPORTANT ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES (10 Km) 73

2.6 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 73

2.7 LEASE HOLD AREA 74

2.8 GEOLOGY 74

2.8.1 REGIONAL GEOLOGY 74

2.8.2 LOCAL GEOLOGY 75

2.8.3 PHYSIOGRAPHY 76

2.8.4 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES AS PER UNFC

CLASSIFICATION 76

2.8.5 PROPOSED RATE OF PRODUCTION WHEN MINE IS FULLY

DEVELOPED AND EXPECTED LIFE OF THE MINE 76

2.9 RIVER SAND MINING IN INDIA 76

2.10 MINING 78

2.10.1 METHOD OF WORKING 78

2.10.2 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION 79

2.10.3 DRILLING AND BLASTING PARAMETERS 79

2.10.4 YEAR-WISE DEVELOPMENT IN NEXT FIVE YEARS 79

2.11 CONCEPTUAL MINING PLAN 80

2.11.1 FINAL SLOPE ANGLE TO BE ADOPTED 80

2.11.2 ULTIMATE EXTENT & SIZE OF PIT 80

2.11.3 ULTIMATE CAPACITY OF DUMPS 80

2.12 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE/ STAGES 80

SECTION - III DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 81-136

3.1 INTRODUCTION 83

3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 83

3.3 DATA SOURCES AND METHOD OF COLLECTION 84





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3.4 COLLECTION OF BASELINE DATA 84

3.5 LAND ENVIRONMENT 86

3.5.1 LAND USE AND LAND COVER 86

3.5.1.1 Source of Information 86

3.5.1.2 Period 86

3.5.1.3 Components 86

3.5.1.4 Methodology 87

3.5.1.5 Data Base 87

3.5.1.6 Classification Criteria 87

3.5.1.7 Classification Scheme 88

3.5.1.8 Land Use/ Land Cover Area 89

3.5.2 SOIL ENVIRONMENT 91

3.5.2.1 Soil Sampling Locations 92

3.5.2.2 METHODOLOGY 92

3.5.2.2.1 Soil Sampling Procedure 92

3.5.2.2.2 Methodology used for Soil Analysis 93

3.5.2.2.3 Assessment of Soil Quality in the Study Area 93

3.6 HYDROLOGY, HYDROGEOLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES 95

3.6.1 PHYSIOGRAPHY 95

3.6.2 DRAINAGE 96

3.6.3 HYDROGEOLOGY 97

3.6.3.1 Alluvium and Blown Sand Aquifers 98

3.6.3.2 Hard Rock Aquifer 99

3.6.4 GROUND WATER 100

3.6.4.1 Depth to Water Level 100

3.6.4.2 Ground Water Resources 101

3.7 WATER ENVIRONMENT 101

3.7.1 METHODOLOGY 101

3.7.1.1 Water Quality Monitoring Strategy 101

3.7.1.2 Water Quality Monitoring 103

3.7.1.3 Criteria for Site Selection 103

3.7.1.4 Guidelines for Water Sampling 104





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3.7.1.5 Sampling Frequency 105

3.7.1.6 Methods for analysis of Physico-Chemical Parameters 106

3.7.2 ASSESSMENT OF WATER QUALITY 106

3.7.2.1 Assessment of Surface Water Quality 106

3.7.2.2 Assessment of Ground Water Quality 110

3.8 AIR ENVIRONMENT 116

3.8.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING 116

3.8.1.1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station Selection 116

3.8.1.2 Frequency and Parameters for Sampling 117

3.8.1.3 Instruments used for Sampling & Analysis 118

3.8.1.5 Sampling and Analytical Techniques 118

3.8.2 METEOROLOGY 118

3.8.2.1 Meteorological Data Recorded at Site 119

3.8.2.2 Wind Rose Diagram 119

3.8.3 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STATUS OF THE STUDY AREA 121

3.8.4 MINERALOGICAL COMPOSITION OF AIRBORNE

PARTICULATE MATTER (PM10) IN THE STUDY AREA 131

3.9 NOISE ENVIRONMENT 132

3.9.1 AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL MONITORING LOCATIONS 132

3.9.2 AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL STANDARD 133

3.9.3 METHODOLOGY FOR AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL MONITORING 133

3.9.4 ASSESSMENT OF NOISE LEVEL IN THE STUDY AREA 134

SECTION - IV ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT & MITIGATION

MEASURES 137-148

4.1 GENERAL 138


4.2.1 IMPACT ON LAND ENVIRONMENT 140

4.2.1.1 Increase in Slope Instability and Erosion 140

4.2.1.2 Stability of Structures 140

4.2.2 MANAGEMENT AND MITIGATION MEASURES 141


4.3.1 IMPACT ON WATER ENVIRONMENT 143





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4.3.1.1 Change in Flow Pattern 143

4.3.1.2 Changes in Water Quality/ Quantity 143

4.3.1.3 Impairment in Riparian Vegetation & Stream Habitat 144

4.3.2 MITIGATION MEASURES 144


4.4.1 AIR QUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT 145

4.4.2 AIR QUALITY IMPACT PREDICTIONS (AQIP) 145

4.4.2.1 Details of Emissions 146

4.4.3 AIR QUALITY MODELLING 146

4.4.3.1 Results and Conclusion 146


4.5.1 IMPACT OF NOISE ON COMMUNITY 147

4.5.2 IMPACT OF NOISE DUE TO MINING ACTIVITY 148

SECTION - V ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAMME 149-154

5.1 GENERAL 150

5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND REPORTING

PROCEDURE 150

5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL 151

5.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SCHEDULE 152

5.4.1 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE 153

5.4.2 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING OPERATIONAL PHASE 153

5.5 MONITORING METHODS 153

5.5.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING 153

5.5.1.1 Workspace Monitoring 153

5.5.1.2 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 153

5.5.2 MONITORING OF WATER QUALITY 154

5.5.2.1 Monitoring of Ground Water 154

5.5.2.2 Monitoring of Surface Water 154

5.5.3 MONITORING NOISE LEVELS 154

5.6 CONCLUSION 154

SECTION -VI ADDITIONAL STUDIES 155-175

6.1 PUBLIC CONSULTATION 157





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6.2 ITEMS IDENTIFIED BY THE REGULATORY AUTHORITY 157

6.3 REPLENISHMENT STUDY 157

6.3.1 DANDY - BOLTON EQUATION 158

6.3.2 SAND BUDGETING 160

6.3.2.1 Calculation of Annual Sediment Deposition at the Place of Mining 161

6.3.2.2 Replenishment with Service of Production 162

6.4 TRAFFIC STUDY 162

6.4.1 TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS 162

6.4.2 ROADS AND HIGHWAY 163

6.4.3 METHODOLOGY 164

6.4.4 TRAFFIC ANALYSIS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT AS PER

IRC GUIDELINES 166

6.4.4.1 Existing Traffic Level in Nearby Project Site 167

6.4.4.2 Change in Traffic Scenario due to Proposed Project 167

6.4.5 EFFECT ON ENVIRONMENT DUE TO TRAFFIC MOVEMENT 168

6.4.6 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 168

6.5 RISK ANALYSIS AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN 169

6.5.1 RISK ANALYSIS 169

6.5.2 RISK PRIORITISATION BASED ON HAZARDS IN BAJRI

MINING

169

6.5.3 MITIGATION MEASURES 169

6.5.3.1 Measures to Prevent Accidents during Loading 169

6.5.3.2 Measures to Prevent Accidents during Vehicular Movement and

Transportation 170

6.5.3.3 Measures to Prevent Dangerous Incidents during Inundation/

Flooding 170

6.5.3.4 Measures to Prevent Quick Sand Condition 171

6.5.3.5 Measure to Prevent Drowning 171

6.5.3.6 Measures to Prevent Sudden Increase in Water Level 171

6.5.3.7 Measures to Prevent Disaster Due to Falls of Sides 171

6.5.3.8 Measures to Prevent Failure of Slope in the Pit 171

6.5.4 EMERGENCY RESPONSE 172





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6.5.4.1 Safety & Security during Mining Activities 172

6.6 NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION 173

6.7 REHABILITATION & RESETTLEMENT (R&R) 173

6.8 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) 174

6.8.1 IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE 174

6.8.2 TARGETED VILLAGES 175

SECTION - VII PROJECT BENEFITS 176-180

7.1 GENERAL 177

7.2 EMPLOYEMENT 177

7.2.1 DIRECT EMPLOYMENT 177

7.2.2 INDIRECT EMPLOYMENT 178

7.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL

INFRASTRUCTURE 178

7.3.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE 179

7.3.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE 179

7.4 PLANTATION 180

7.5 HEALTH 180

7.6 OTHER BENEFITS 180

SECTION - VIII ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 181-192

8.1 GENERAL 182

8.1.1 APPLICATION OF CBA 182

8.2 METHODOLOGY 183

8.2.1 STEPS OF CBA 183

8.2.2 SELECTION OF APPROPRIATE METHODOLOGY 184

8.2.2.1 Market Based Method 184

8.2.2.1 Surrogate Market Values 184

8.2.2.1 Replacement Cost Approach 184

8.2.2.1 Contingent Valuation Methods 184

8.3 METHODOLOGY ADOPTED FOR PROPOSED BAJRI

PROJECT 185

8.3.1 PROJECT BOUNDARY 185

8.3.2 IDENTIFICATION OF LOSERS & GAINERS 186





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8.3.3 COSTS OF THE PROJECT IN TERMS OF MONETARY VALUE 186

8.3.4 PROJECT BENEFITS AND THEIR MONETARY VALUE 187

8.3.5 COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 191

SECTION - IX ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 193-208

9.1 INTRODUCTION 194

9.2 METHODOLOGY 194

9.2.1 CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 195

9.3 MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE 195

9.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING COMMITTEE 196

9.4.1 BASELINE MONITORING 196

9.4.2 IMPACT (ALL PERFORMANCE) 196

9.4.3 COMPLIANCE MONITORING 197

9.5 CRITICAL ACTIVITIES FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION 197


9.6.1 BACKGROUND 197

9.6.2 MANAGEMENT 198










9.10 OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS 202


9.10.2 PHYSICAL HAZRADS DUE TO MINING OPERATIONS 203


9.10.4 MEDICAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULE 204

9.11 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT 205

9.11.1 GREENBELT 205





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9.11.2 ACTION PLAN 205

9.12 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT 206

9.13 COST PROVISION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

MEASURES 207

9.14 CONCLUSION 208

SECTION - X SUMMARY & CONCLUSION 209-228


10.1.1 LOCATION OF LEASE AREA 211

10.1.2 DETAIL OF MINING LEASE 211


10.2.1 GEOLOGY 212

10.2.1.1 Local Geology 212

10.2.1.2 Physiography 213

10.2.2 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES 213

10.2.3 MINING 213

10.2.4 PRODUCTION DETAILS 214

10.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 214

10.3.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT 215

10.3.1.1 Land Use 215

10.3.1.1 LAND USE PATTERN OF THE LEASEHOLD AREA 215

10.3.1.2 Soil Quality 216

10.3.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT 216

10.3.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT 219

10.3.3.1 Meteorology 219

10.3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality 219

10.3.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT 220

10.4 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES AND

MITIGATION MEASURES 221

10.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME 222

10.5.1 AIR 222

10.5.2 WATER 222

10.5.3 NOISE 222





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10.5.4 HEALTH AND SANITATION 222

10.6 ADDITIONAL STUDIES 222

10.6.1 PUBLIC HEARING 222

10.6.2 REPLENISHMENT STUDY 223

10.6.3 RISK ASSESSMENT & MANAGEMENT 223

10.6.4 PROJECT BENEFITS 224

10.8 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 224

10.9 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 225

10.9.1 LAND USE MANAGEMENT 225

10.9.2 WATER POLLUTION MANAGEMENT 226

10.9.3 AIR POLLUTION MANAGEMENT 226

10.9.4 NOISE POLLUTION MANAGEMENT 227

10.9.5 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 227

10.10 CONCLUSION 228

SECTION - XI DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED 229-231

DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED 230

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FORM – 1

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APPENDIX I

(See Paragraph – 6)

FORM 1

I. Basic Information

S.

No.

Item : Details

1. Name of the Project : Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral)

2. S. No. in the schedule : 1(a).

3. Proposed capacity / area/

length / tonnage to be

handled / command

area/lease area / number of

wells to be drilled

: S. No. Particulars Details

1. Proposed Capacity 2.24 MMTA

2. Area 802.38 ha.

4. New / Expansion /

Modernization

: New Project.

5. Existing capacity / Area etc. : --

6. Category of project i.e. 'A' or

'B'

: Category ‘A’

7. Does it attract the general

condition? If yes, please

specify.

: No

8. Does it attract the specific

condition? If yes, please

specify.

: No

9. Location

: Latitude (N) 26°11’37.9” to 26°12’03.7”

Longitude (E) 76°18’19.3” to 76°32’44.8”

Plot / Survey / Khasra no. : The lease area covers span of the River Banas and list of

villages and khasara no. of the lease area as given by Asst.

Mining Engineer, DMG, Tonk (Rajasthan) is as under:

S.

No. Village

Khasara

No.

Area

(Ha.)

Grazing

Land in

River (Ha.)

1. Khedli Khalsa 1 199.59 -

2. Ghata Jharanya 1, 2, 3 21.54 -

3. Dowda Khurd 1, 2 130.18 -

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4. Surang 1 22.34 -

5. Dhunda 297 28.30 -

6. Dubbibind

Rakkha

1, 271, 272,

750, 654, 655 138.24 -

7. Jadawata 1, 2, 4, 6 117.94 117.94

8. Khatkhurd 1, 20 32.67 32.67

9. Khatkalan 1, 32, 37, 38,

55 42.30 -

10. Padhana 19 200.74 -

11. Kirpura / Odwada 440, 441 19.15 -

12. Niwadi 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,

150 122.59 122.59

Total --- 1075.58 273.20

Letter of intent is issued for 802.38 ha. excluding prohibited area

(Grazing land) of 273.20 ha.

Khasra Plan is enclosed as Annexure –I.

Villages : Khedli Khalsa, Ghata Jharanya, Dowda Khurd, Surang,

Dhunda, Dubbibind Rakkha, Jadawata, Khatkhurd, Khatkalan,

Padhana, Kirpura/ Odwada, Niwadi

Tehsil : Sawai Madhopur

District : Sawai Madhopur

State : Rajasthan

10. Nearest Railway station/

Airport along with distance

in kms.

: Particulars Name Distance & Direction

(From lease boundary)

Railway Station Malarna 3.25 Km, N

Airport Jaipur International

Airport

91.0 Km, NE

11. Nearest Town, City, District

Headquarters along with

distance in Kms.

: Particulars Name

Distance & Direction


Nearest Town Malarna Dungar About 8 Km, N

Nearest City Sawai Madhopur About 18.0 Km, S

Nearest District

Headquarter

Sawai Madhopur About 18.0 Km ,S

12. Village Panchayat, Zilla

Parishad, Municipal

Corporation, Local body

(Complete postal address

with telephone no. to be

given)

: Village Panchayat Khedli Khalsa, Ghata Jharanya, Dowda

Khurd, Surang, Dhunda, Dubbibind

Rakkha, Jadawata, Khatkhurd, Khatkalan,

Padhana, Kirpura/ Odwada, Niwadi

Zilla Parishad Sawai Madhopur

Municipal Corporation Sawai Madhopur

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13. Name of the applicant : Manjeet Chawla

14. Registered address : G, 201, Preet Vihar, New Delhi

15. Address for correspondence

Name : Manjeet Chawla

Designation (Owner /

Partner / CEO)

: Owner

Address : 1. MRS Group, A-24 Amba Bari, Near Chomu Puliya, Jaipur,

Rajasthan.

2. Enkay Enviro Services Pvt. Ltd.

LG-6 Lower Ground Floor, Corporate Park, Gopal Bari,

Ajmer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Web site:- www.enkayenviro.com

Pin Code : 302012, 302001

E-mail : [email protected], [email protected]

Telephone no. : 0141-2339307, 08875001251, 0141 – 4013996, 4016996

Fax No. : 0141-2221674, 4026996

16. Details of alternative sites

examined, if any. Location of

these sites should be shown

on a Toposheet.

: The project is mineral specific, hence no alternative site is

proposed.

17. Interlinked projects : No

18. Whether separate

application of interlinked

project has been submitted?

: --

19. If yes, date of submission : --

20. If no, reason : --

21. Whether the proposal

involves approval/

Clearance under: if yes,

details of the same and their

status to be given.

(a) The Forest

(Conservation) Act,

(1980)?

(b) The Wildlife (Protection)

Act, 1972?

:

No

No

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(c) The C.R.Z. Notification,

1991?

No

22. Whether there is any

Government Order/ Policy

relevant/relating to the site:

: Yes.

1. Mining Leases for the mineral bajri will be granted as

provided in Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession

(Amendments) Rules, 2012 notified vide Department

Notification No.F.14(1)Mines/Gr.II/2011 dated 23-05-2012.

2. Notification No. F-14(1)Mines/Gr.II/2011 Jaipur, dated 21

June 2012 notifying the procedure for grant of concession

for mineral bajri.

23. Forest land involved

(hectares)

: No

24. Whether there is any

litigation pending against the

project and/or land in which

the project is proposed to be

set up?

(a) Name of the Court

(b)Case No.

Orders/directions of the

court, if any and its

relevance with the proposed

project.

: No litigation is pending against the project / applicant in any

court of law.

However, there is a PIL in the High Court of Rajasthan filed by

an NGO, Nature Club of Rajasthan. The order was passed on

dated 16 April’ 2013 by Hon’ble Court giving directions to State

Govt. to finalize the allotment of mining leases of bajri (river

bed sand) in the State within a period of six months as per new

rules and adopt procedure for revenue collection under new

rules only.

24. Expected cost of the project : Rs. 7.0 Crore

II. Activity

1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions,

which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes

in water bodies, etc.)

S. No. Information/ Checklist

confirmation

Yes

/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities /

rates, wherever possible) with source of

information data

1.1 Permanent or temporary

change on land use, land

cover or topography

including increase in

intensity of land use (with

No Land Use: - As per present revenue records land

is Gair mumkin Nadi Nallah.

Land Cover: - The lease area is devoid of top soil.

Bajri mining is restricted to 3m depth and it will

change the land cover temporarily because the

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respect to local land use

plan)

replenishment of sediments is only up to some

extent. Replenishment is a natural process after

each rainy season upto some extent sediments will

be deposited. Banas is seasonal river.

This impact of change in land use will be visualized

over a period of time.

Topography: -Mining will be continue up to 3m

depth which will affect topography but natural flow

of river will not be affected in any way.

1.2 Clearance of existing land,

vegetation and buildings?

No --

1.3 Creation of new land uses? No There will be no change in the land use of lease

area. Mineral, bajri being removed will be

replenished upto some extant during the monsoon

period.

1.4 Pre-construction

investigations e.g. bore

holes, soil testing?

No --

1.5 Construction works? No Temporary facilities like site office, first aid facility,

rest shelter, store etc will be established.

1.6 Demolition works? No --

1.7 Temporary sites used for

construction works or

housing of construction

workers?

No --

1.8 Above ground buildings,

structures or earthworks

including linear structures,

cut and fill or excavations

No --

1.9 Underground works

including mining or

tunneling?

No ---

1.10 Reclamation works? No It is proposed that plantation on both sides of the

approach village roads will act as greenbelt.

Plantation will also be carried out as social forestry

programme in villages, school and the areas

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allocated by the Panchayat / State authorities.

1.11 Dredging? No --

1.12 Offshore structures? No --

1.13 Production and

manufacturing processes?

Yes River bed mining is for extracting sand from Banas

river bed. As per RMMC Rules, 1986 extraction is

limited to 3.0 m depth only from the surface area.

� River bed is generally dry. Only dry bed mining

will be carried out.

� Entire stretch of the lease area is around 32.80

Km long and has been divided in to three

blocks for ease of operation, supervision,

management and safety.

� Activities will be carried out as per the

production schedule given earlier.

� Light-weight excavators will be deployed for

extraction.

� Mineral will be removed in 3.0 m layer only

forming one bench.

� Mineral will be loaded in trucks of 20 tons

capacity. Trucks and equipments will be on hire

basis.

� There will be no OB or waste generation as the

sand is exposed in the river bed.

� Bench will advance parallel to the banks of the

river.

� Height of bench will be 3.0 m. Width of the

bench will be around 20.0 m.

� Movement of trucks after mineral loading will be

towards various link roads on the river course

stretch merges with the tar road which connects

Sawai Madhopur and Lalsot. North part of the

lease area towards Malarna side can be

approached by a road almost parallel to railway

line which connects Sawai Madhopur and

Malarna. Lease extends upto village Niwadi.

� Every block will have its own approach roads,

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which exists and is well connected to main

highways.

1.14 Facilities for storage of

goods or materials?

No --

1.15 Facilities for treatment or

disposal of solid waste or

liquid effluents?

No Solid Waste

There is no OB cover and no waste will be

generated.

Liquid Effluent

Portable toilets will be used, so that no sewage /

liquid effluent will be generated.

1.16 Facilities for long term

housing of operational

workers?

No The local persons from nearby villages will be

employed and hence housing facilities at the site

will not be required.

1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic

during construction or

operation?

No --

1.18 New road, rail, air

waterborne or other

transport infrastructure

including new or altered

routes and stations, ports,

airports etc?

No There will be no new road, rail, air, waterborne or

other transport infrastructure. Only temporary roads

will be made to connect mining blocks to main tar

roads.

1.19 Closure or diversion of

existing transport routes or

infrastructure leading to

changes in traffic

movements?

No --

1.20 New or diverted

transmission lines or

pipelines?

No --

1.21 Impoundment, damming,

culverting, realignment or

other changes to the

hydrology of watercourses

or aquifers?

No --

1.22 Stream crossings? No --

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1.23 Abstraction or transfers of

water from ground or

surface waters?

No Water will be taken from nearby village. Daily water

demand will be 15 KLD which will be met by tanker

supply.

1.24 Changes in water bodies or

the land surface affecting

drainage or run-off?

No There will be no change in the flow pattern of the

Banas River.

River bed mining will be carried out in river / nallah

only and will not affect flow and surface run-off.

1.25 Transport of personnel or

materials for construction,

operation or

decommissioning?

Yes Truck of capacity 20 Tonnes will be engaged for

Bajri transportation. Personnel from surrounding

areas coming for employment will use State

transport and other available source to reach the

site.

1.26 Long-term dismantling or

decommissioning or

restoration works?

No --

1.27 Ongoing activity during

decommissioning which

could have an impact on the

environment?

No --

1.28 Influx of people to an area in

either temporarily or

permanently?

No Mostly local people will be deployed for the river

bed mining. So no influx of people will be there

temporarily or permanently.

1.29 Introduction of alien

species?

No The plant species will be native and selected in

consultation to the Local Forest Department and

local people. There will be no introduction of alien

species.

1.30 Loss of native species or

genetic diversity?

No There will be no loss of genetic diversity but some

native species may be loss due to the mining and

mineral transportation. This loss of native species

will be compensated by proposed plantation of

native spices at allocated places by Gram

Panchayat / State authority. It will help to sustain

the surrounding environment

Some local herbs and shrubs are present near site.

Therefore, no threat of loss of genetic diversity.

1.31 Any other actions? No Not applicable

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2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land,

water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in

short supply):-

Information/checklist

confirmation

Yes

/ No

Details there of (with approximate quantities /


information data

2.1 Land especially

undeveloped or agricultural

land (ha)

No The lease area is Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah. The

river bed mining activity will be done in the river

bed only.

2.2 Water (expected source &

competing users) unit: KLD

No The daily water demand will be 15 KLD, which will

be met by water tanks from nearby village.

2.3 Minerals (MT) No Bajri will be excavated from river bed but not

utilized in this project.

2.4 Construction material –

stone, aggregates, sand /

soil (expected source – MT)

No --

2.5 Forests and timber (source –

MT)

No --

2.6 Energy including electricity

and fuels (source,

competing users) Unit: fuel

(MT), energy (MW)

Yes Electricity

15 KW electric power will be required for domestic

purpose from JVVNL. Electrical supply is available

in all nearby.

Fuel

1,280 L diesel will be required for 8 light weight

excavators.

2.7 Any other natural resources

(use appropriate standard

units)

No --

3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which

could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about

actual or perceived risks to human health.

S.No. Information/Checklist

confirmation

Yes/

No



information data

3.1 Use of substances or

materials, which are

No This River bed mine (RBM) operation will not

produce any hazardous materials.

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hazardous (as per MSIHC

rules) to human health or the

environment (flora, fauna,

and water supplies)

3.2 Changes in occurrence of

disease or affect disease

vectors (e.g. insect or water

borne diseases)

No --

3.3 Affect the welfare of people

e.g. by changing living

conditions?

No --

3.4 Vulnerable groups of people

who could be affected by the

project e.g. hospital patients,

children, the elderly etc.,

No --

3.5 Any other causes No --

4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning

(MT/month)

S. No. Information/Checklist

confirmation

Yes/

No

Details there of (with approximate quantities /


information data

4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine

wastes

No No waste will be generated during the mining

operation.

4.2 Municipal waste (domestic

and or commercial

wastes)

No 15.2 kg/day domestic waste will be generated by

the workers at mine site which will be collected in

dustbins and disposed off.

4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per

Hazardous Waste

Management Rules)

No --

4.4 Other industrial process

wastes.

No --

4.5 Surplus product. No --

4.6 Sewage sludge or other

sludge from effluent

treatment.

No --

4.7 Construction or demolition No --

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wastes.

4.8 Redundant machinery or

equipment.

No --

4.9 Contaminated soils or other

materials.

No --

4.10 Agricultural wastes. No --

4.11 Other solid wastes. No --

5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)

S. No. Information/ Checklist

confirmation

Yes

/ No



information data

5.1 Emissions from combustion

of fossil fuels from stationary

or mobile sources.

Yes There will be small amount of emission (SO2, NOx

and CO) by vehicles as well as during excavation

of Mineral Bajri.

5.2 Emissions from production

processes.

No Dust emissions will be very low due to moisture in

Bajri Mineral.

5.3 Emissions from materials

handling including storage or

transport

Yes There will be emission dust during the

transportation of Bajri by approach road.

5.4 Emissions from construction

activities including plant and

equipment

No --

5.5 Dust or odors from handling

of materials including

construction materials,

sewage and waste.

No --

5.6 Emissions from incineration

of waste

No --

5.7 Emissions from burning of

waste in open air (e.g. slash

materials, construction

debris)

No --

5.8 Emissions from any other

sources

No --

6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:

S. Information / Checklist Yes Details there of (with approximate quantities /

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No. confirmation /No rates, wherever possible) with source of

information data with source of information

data

6.1 From operation of

equipment e.g. engines,

ventilation plant, crushers

Yes The noise generating equipments proposed to use

in the mining activity as under:-

S. No. List of Equipments Range dB (A)

1. Excavator 112

2. Tripper / truck 80-90

3. Water tanker 85

4. Payloader JCB 90-110

Source:-www.elcosh.org/.../oshas-approach-to-

noise-exposure-in-construction

6.2 From industrial or similar

processes

No --

6.3 From construction or

demolition

No --

6.4 From blasting or piling No --

6.5 From construction or

operational traffic

Yes Noise and vibration will be generated from

vehicular movement during transportation which

will be within the standard as per DGM.

6.6 From lighting or cooling

systems

No --

6.7 From any other sources No --

7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground

or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea:

S. No. Information / Checklist

confirmation

Yes

/No



information data

7.1 From handling, storage, use

or spillage of hazardous

materials

No --

7.2 From discharge of sewage

or other effluents to water or

the land (expected mode

and place of discharge)

No --

7.3 By deposition of pollutants Yes The ground level concentration of PM10, PM2.5, SO2,

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emitted to air into the land or

into water

NOX and CO will be predicted and the cumulative

impact will be mentioned at the time of final

submission of EIA / EMP Report.

7.4 From any other sources No --

7.5 Is there a risk of long term

build up of pollutants in the

environment from these

sources?

No --

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could

affect human health or the environment

S.No. Information/Checklist

confirmation

Yes/

No



information data

8.1 From explosions, spillages,

fires etc from storage,

handling, use or production

of hazardous substances

No --

8.2 From any other causes Yes Risk of accidents is envisaged due to the

operation of equipments.

� Proper communication facilities will be given to

all the supervisory staff.

� Good safety practices will be adopted at the

site.

� Scattered working will be adopted to avoid

congestion of machinery.

� All precautionary measures will be adopted;

esp. awareness of safety from moving

machinery and use of protective equipments

will be made mandatory.

� To deal with the minor incidences and

accidents, first aid facility will be provided at

site.

8.3 Could the project be affected

by natural disasters causing

environmental damage (e.g.

Floods, earthquakes,

No The water level in river may fluctuate depending

on the rainfall intensity. Banas River is seasonal

so that chance of flooding is very less. Mining will

be carried out up to 3 m depth. Only dry bed

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landslides, cloudburst etc.)? mining will be carried out. River bed mining will

channelize flow and reduce chances of flooding.

However in case of excessive rains mining

activities will be stopped.

The project is located in seismic zone- II.

There is no history of earthquake, cloud burst and

landslide reported.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which

could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with

other existing or planned activities in the locality

S. No. Information / Checklist

confirmation

Yes/

No



information data

9.1 Lead to development of

supporting cities, ancillary

development or

development stimulated by

the project which could have

impact on the environment

e.g.:-

Supporting infrastructure

(roads, power supply, waste

or waste water treatment,

etc.) housing, development,

extractive industries, supply

industries, other

No The project will directly / indirectly develop the

area by providing employment opportunities. Many

new commercial establishments like workshops,

logistics, food stalls, and departmental stores etc.

are envisaged to come up.

9.2 Land to after use of the site,

which could have an impact

on environment.

No Even after the lease period, mineral bajri will still

be available with a potential for extraction

afterward.

No back filling is permitted in the extraction zone

of the river.

During the monsoon period there will be

replenishment of the mineral to some extent from

various drainages and natural topography of the

area channelizing water to the river. This is the

lowest level existing in the area.

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9.3 Set a precedent for later

developments.

No --

9.4 Have cumulative effects due

to proximity to other existing

or planned projects with

similar effects.

No --

III. Environmental Sensitivity (within 15 Km radius – detailed as under) The map showing

study area is enclosed as Annexure – II.

S.

No.

Areas Name /

Identity

Aerial distance (within 15

Km) proposed project

location boundary.

1 Areas protected under

international conventions,

national or local legislation for

their ecological, landscape,

cultural or other related value

-- --

2 Areas which are important or

sensitive for ecological

reasons - Wetlands, Water

courses or other water

bodies, coastal zone,

biospheres, mountains,

forests.

Block Name Near Village

Distance and Direction

(From Lease Boundary)

RF/PF

A Bhagwatgarh RF Bandha ~ 1.9 Km, S

Kala Dungar RF Bhagwatgarh ~ 5.1 Km, SW

C Malarna RF Malarna ~ 8.1 Km, N

Olwara Niwari RF Niwari ~ 6.4 Km, ESE

Biloli PF Biloni ~ 7.9 Km, ENE

Khandhar RF Shyampura ~ 10.3 Km, SE

Water Body

A Bhagwatgarh

Reservoir

Bhagwatgarh ~ 4.8 Km, S

B Nigoh Nadi Gambhira ~ 6.2 Km, NE

C Morel River Khatoli ~ 9.7 Km, NE

3 Areas used by protected,

important or sensitive

species of flora or fauna for

breeding, nesting, foraging,

resting, over wintering,

migration

-- --

4 Inland, coastal, marine or -- --

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underground waters

5 State, National boundaries -- --

6 Routes or facilities used by

the public for access to

recreation or other tourist,

pilgrim areas

-- --

7 Defense installations -- --

8 Densely populated or built-up

area

Name Distance & Direction


Malarana 2.5 Km, S

Bhureri Phari 2.0 Km, E

Khirni 4.0 Km, N

Bhadoti 6.0 Km, NNW

Swai Madhopur 5.0 Km, N

Bhagwat Garh 6.0 Km, SW

Jarawata 1.0 Km, S

MachoI Station 5.0 Km, S

9 Areas occupied by sensitive

man-made land uses

(schools, places of worship,

community facilities)

Name Distance & Direction


Hospital

Malarna Dungar 7.0 Km, N

School

Govt. Secondary School at

Dubbi

1.25 Km, S

Govt. Middle School at

Jarawata

1.0 Km, S

Temple

Thakur Ji Ka Mandir 1.0 Km, S

Durga Mata Mandir 12.0 Km, N

10 Areas containing important,

high quality or scarce

resources (ground water

resources, surface resources,

forestry, agriculture, fisheries,

tourism, minerals)

The excavation depth will

be at 3.0 m from the surface

level of river bed while the

water level is 8.0 m below

the surface of river bed.

Water table will not be

intersected.

--

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“I hereby give undertaking that the data and information given in the application and

enclosure are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part of

the data and information submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the

project will be rejected and clearance given, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk

and cost.”

Date : 07.07.2015

Place : Sawai Madhopur Signature and Name of Applicant

(Manjeet Chawla)

**************

11 Areas already subjected to

pollution or environmental

damage. (those where

existing legal environmental

standards are exceeded)

-- --

12 Areas susceptible to natural

hazard which could cause the

project to present

environmental problems

(earthquakes, subsidence,

landslides, erosion, flooding

or extreme or adverse

climatic conditions)

The water level in river may

fluctuate depending on the

rainfall intensity. According

to BMTPC Vulnerability

Atlas (earthquake), the

study area falls in a zone II:

Low Damage Risk Zone

(MSK VI or less).

There is no incidence of

landslide and earthquake in

the area so far.

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PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE


DOCUMENT NO.:- EESPL/ MC/001/148-EC/MINE/2013


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EIA / EMP

REPORT

PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE SECTION – I - INTRODUCTION




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SECTION – I

INDEX

1.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................... 31

1.2 LEGAL FRAMEWORK RELATED TO SAND MINING ................................ 31

1.3 SAND MINING .............................................................................................. 32

1.4 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT .......................................... 33

1.5 EIA PROCESS .............................................................................................. 34

1.6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES .................................................................. 37

1.7 SALIENT FEATIRES OF THE PROJECT .................................................... 37

1.8 POINT WISE COMPLIANCE OF TOR .......................................................... 38

1.9 POST - ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING ........................... 58

1.10 GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT . 58





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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

River plays an important role in the lives of the people. The river systems provide

irrigation, potable water, transportation, electricity and the livelihoods for a large number

of people all over the country and to rural areas. A part from this, river is also a good

source of construction grade material as sand & gravel.

As transportation and construction infrastructure expanded since last few decades, the

demand for construction grade sand also increased exponentially. The market demand

of river sand is high throughout the nation and Rajasthan. Sand is extracted directly from

the river channel and it doesn’t require processing other than size grading. But it is now

well understood that continued and indiscriminate sand mining can cause serious

environmental impacts, particularly if the river being mined is eroded. In order to mitigate

the impact of sand mining on the environment, a scientific assessment is a pre-requisite

for framing sustainable development strategies for the mining-hit areas.

1.2 LEGAL FRAMEWORK RELATED TO SAND MINING

� Mining Leases for the mineral Bajri are granted as provided in Rajasthan Minor

Mineral Concession (Amendments) Rules, 2012 notified vide Department Notification

No. F.14 (1) Mines/ Gr. II/ 2011 dated 23-05-2012 i.e. RMMCR, 1986.

• According to rule 7 (Amendment) “Provided that mining lease for mineral Bajri

shall only be granted by way of tender or auction”.

• According to rule 8 & 17 (Amendment) “The mining lease for Bajri shall not be

renewed”.

• According to rule 16 (Amendment) “The mining lease for mineral Bajri shall be

granted for a period of five years only”.

• According to rule 18 (Amendment) “In case of mining lease for Bajri Mineral, part

surrender of lease area shall not be accepted and the lessee shall not have any

right to remove any stock of Bajri after the expiry of lease period or receipt of the

order of determination of lease”. New clause 32 has been added under rule 18

stating that “The lessee shall abstain from mining beyond depth of three meters

from the surface and below the water table of river/ nallah and shall work in such

a manner that natural flow path of river/ nallah is not altered”.





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� The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (formerly Ministry of

Environment & Forests), New Delhi in perpetuation of the directive of the Apex court

in reference to the SLP (C) No. 729-731/2011, 21833/ 2009, 12498 – 499/ 2010,

SLP (C) CC….16157/ 2011 & CC 18235/ 2011 issued guidelines on sand mining.

� A Civil Appeal No. (S) 9703 – 9706 of 2013 between Chief Secretary, Govt. of

Rajasthan versus National Green Tribunal Bar Assn. & ORS of SLP (C) No. 34134 of

2013 {State of Rajasthan & ORS. Vs. Nature Club of Rajasthan (NGO)} and SLP (C)

No. 34811 of 2013 {Naveen Sharma Vs. State of Rajasthan & ORS.} dated

25.11.2013 “Till the end of February’ 2014, The Letter of Intent holders who

have submitted their applications to the Ministry of Environment and Forests

for clearances can carry mining operations in accordance with the Notification

dated 21st June’ 2012 of the Mines (Act 2) Department, Government of

Rajasthan issued under rule 65A of the Rajasthan Mines and Mineral

Concession Rules’ 1986”.

� Based on above order, Govt. of Rajasthan allowed sand mining permission to the

proposed leases up to 28th February’ 2014, which was further extended till 31st

March 2014. On 27th March 2014, Hon’ble Supreme Court of India has further

extended this duration till further order, which is awaited.

1.3 SAND MINING

The main purpose of river bed mining is given below:-

� This is very essential to prevent the riverbed from becoming shallow due to the

deposition of sediments.

� If riverbed sand is not mined, the widening of river banks will result in excessive

erosion; causing further damage to flora, agricultural land and settlements

situated in close proximity.

� If the river bed becomes shallow the course of the river might change and the

water retention capacity will also decrease.

� Protecting river banks.

� Protecting flooding.

� Reducing submergence of adjoining agricultural lands.

� Protection of crops being cultivated along the river bank.

� Reducing aggradations of river level.

� Generating useful economic resource for construction.





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� Generating employment

� Improvement in socio-economic conditions of the people in the study area.

1.4 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT

Mr. Manjeet Chawla is a private individual who obtained the mining lease for an area

802.38 ha. situated in revenue Villages of Tehsil & District – Sawaimadhopur, Rajasthan

through auction by Department of Mines and Geology, Government of Rajasthan for five

years only. The auction cost is considered as project cost; however, the same amount of

cost will be incurred in the project activities.

Name & Address of the

Applicant

: Mr. Manjeet Chawla

A-24, Amba Bari, Near Chomu Puliya,

Jaipur - 302012, Rajasthan

E mail:- [email protected]

Phone No.:- 0141 – 2339307

Auction for mining river bed sand (Bajri) has been processed as per Rajasthan Minor

Mineral Concession (Amendment) Rules notified vide this Department Notification no.

F.14 (1) Mines/ Gr. II/ 2011 dated 23.05.2012 as per amendment of rule 7 “Provided

that mining lease for mineral Bajri shall only be granted by way of tender or

auction.”

Detail of the villages located in the lease area is presented in Table 1.2.

Table 1.2: Detail of villages present in Lease Area

S. No. Village Area (Ha.) Khasara No.

1 Khedli Khalsa 199.59 1

2 Ghata Jharanya 21.54 1, 2 & 3

3 Dowda Khurd 130.18 1 & 2

4 Surang 22.34 1

5 Dhunda 28.30 297

6 Dubbibind Rakkha 138.24 1, 271, 272, 750, 654 & 655

7 Jadawata 117.94 1, 2, 4 & 6

8 Khatkhurd 32.67 1 & 20

9 Khatkalan 42.30 1, 32, 37, 38 & 55

10 Padhana 200.74 19

11 Kirpura / Odwada 19.15 440 & 441





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12 Niwadi 122.59 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 150

Total 1075.58 --

1.5 EIA PROCESS

Mining lease for mineral Bajri is proposed to be granted as provided in RMMC

(Amendment) Rules 2012 vide Notification F-14 (1) Mines/ Gr. II/ 2011 dated 23.05.2012

and as per Mines (Gr. II) Department Notification, Jaipur F-14 (1) Mines/ Gr. II/ 2011

Jaipur, dated 21st June’ 2012. As per these notifications it is mandatory to obtain

Environmental Clearance for Minor Mineral (Bajri) as per the Notification of MoEF&CC,

New Delhi.

As per the Gazette Notification dated 14th September’ 2006 and its subsequent

amendments, the project is classified as “A” category project. The Environmental

Clearance process for the proposed project will comprise of three stages. These stages

in sequential order are:-

1. Scoping

2. Public consultation

3. Appraisal

The flow chart depicting these stages to obtain the prior Environmental Clearance for the

project is as given below in Figure 1.1.





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Figure 1.1: Flow Chart Showing the Stages for Obtaining Prior Environmental Clearance

Project Concept

Form 1, Pre-feasibility Project Report with Proposed TOR to MoE&F (EAC)

Scoping by EAC (Site visit by sub group of EAC, if necessary)

TOR approved by EAC EC - rejected by MoE&F on recommendation of EAC

Draft EIA Report to SPCB by Project

Proponent

Public Consultation process by SPCB

Summary EIA and Form 1 – display on the

Website by SPCB

Proceedings of Public Consultation

Appraisal and Recommendation by EAC

Display on MoE&F Website

Display at Panchayat, ZP, DM/DC/ Dy. Com & on the SPCB website

To Proponent for Submission of Final EIA

Report/Supplementary Report to Draft EIA

Approval by MoE&F

Rejected Approved Display on MoE&F Website & Project Proponent Website

Post EC

Monitoring

Submission of half yearly Compliance

Report to MoE&F / RO-MoE&F

Display of Compliance

Report on MoE&F Website





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1.6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES

� Letter of Intent has been issued from Government of Rajasthan vide letter no. P.6(3)

Khan/ Gr. – 2/ 2013, Jaipur dated 5.03.2013. Enclosed as Annexure – III.

� Mining Plan along with Progressive Mine Closure Plan has been approved by SME,

Jaipur Circle, Jaipur vide letter no. SME/JP/MP/346/13 dated 05.09.2013. Enclosed

as Annexure – IV.

� An authenticated list of flora and fauna has been obtained.

� Ranthambhore National Park is situated within the study area. There is no other

National Park, Wildlife Sanctuary, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger/

Elephant reserves within 10 Km radius from the proposed mine site.

� A certificate regarding the mine site does not fall in Aravali Hills has been obtained..

� NOC from Gram Panchayat for water supply has been obtained.

1.7 SALIENT FEATIRES OF THE PROJECT

S. No. Particulars Details

1. Applicant Mr. Manjeet Chawla

2. Project Name Bajri (Minor Mineral) Mine (Banas River)

3. Location of the project Villages of Tehsil & District – Sawai Madhopur (Raj.)

4. Lease area 802.38 ha (excluding prohibited area of 273.20 ha)

5. Type of land Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah

6. Project Cost Rs. 7.0 Crore

7. Man Power 76 persons

8. Water Demand 15 KLD

9. Source of Water Nearby Villages

10. Lowest & Highest Elevation 208 - 232 MSL

11. Geological Reserves 24.89 MCM

12. Mineable Reserves 23.04 MCM

13. Targeted Production 7.8 MCM

14. Production Capacity 1.6 MCMPA (2.24 MMTPA)

15. Life of Mine 5 Years

16. Type of Mining Open Cast Semi-Mechanized

17. End Use of Product Construction





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1.8 POINT WISE COMPLIANCE OF TOR

The application of Terms of Reference (TOR) for the proposed river bed project of “Bajri

Mine” of Mr. Manjeet Chawla was submitted on dated 06.06.2013 at MoE&F, New Delhi

and the same was considered in the 9th Meeting of the Reconstituted Expert Committee

(Mining) held during July 22nd - 24th 2013 was accorded approval vide letter no. J-11015/

181/ 2013-IA.II (M) dated 13.09.2013 (Annexure - V). The point wise compliance of the

TOR is as under:-

TOR

Ref.

TOR Detail Implementation / Plan

1. Year – wise production details since

1994 should be given, clearly stating the

highest production achieved in any one

year prior to 1994. It may also be

categorically informed whether there had

been any increase in production after the

EIA Notification, 1994 came into force

w.r.t the highest production achieved

prior to 1994.

The production details after the Supreme Court

Judgment dated 25.11.2013 giving permission for bajri

mining from January’ 2014 onwards is given below:-

S. No. Time Production (Tonnes)

1 Dec-13’ to Mar-14’ 1,32,467

2 Apr-14 to

March’15

2,87,931

3 Total 4,20,398

2. A copy of the document in support of the

fact that the Proponent is the rightful

lessee of the mine should be given.

Letter of Intent has been issued from Government of

Rajasthan vide letter no. P.6(3)Khan/Gr.–2/2013, Jaipur

dated 5.03.2013. Enclosed as Annexure – III.

3. All documents including approved Mine

Plan, EIA and Public Hearing should be

compatible with one another in terms of

the mine lease area, production levels,

waste generation and its management

and mining technology and should be in

the name of lessee.

As desired all the documents including approved Mine

Plan, EIA has been compatible with one another in

terms of the mine lease area, production levels, waste

generation and its management.

4. All corner coordinates of the mine lease

area, superimposed on High Resolution

Imagery / toposheet should be provided.

Such an Imagery of the proposed area

should clearly show the land use and

other ecological features of the study

All corner coordinates of the mining lease area and

ecological features have been provided on LISS-IV

sensor data of IRS-P6 satellite with resolution of 5.8 m is

enclosed as Annexure - VI.





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area (core and buffer zone).

5. Does the company have a well laid down

Environment Policy approved by its

Board of Directors? If so, it may be spelt

out in the EIA report with description of

the prescribed operating process /

procedures to bring into focus any

infringement/deviation/violation of the

environmental or forest norms /

conditions?

Environmental Policy

The applicant has a well laid down Environmental policy

duly being executed under the supervision of

Environmental Cell. Enclosed as Annexure – XI.

Non Compliance Reporting Procedure

The applicant has well defined procedures to bring into

focus any infringement/ deviation/ violation of the

environmental and forest norms. Enclosed as Annexure

– XII.

The hierarchical system or

administrative order of the Company to

deal with the environmental issues and

for ensuring compliance with the EC

conditions may also be given.

Applicant has well defined hierarchical system to deal

with the environmental issues and for ensuring

compliance with the environmental clearance conditions.

Enclosed as Annexure – XIII.

The system of reporting of non-

compliances/ violations of environmental

norms to the Board of Directors of the

Company and/or shareholders or

stakeholders at large may also be

detailed in the EIA report.

Management Representative will appraise the highest

authority on quarterly basis regarding the performance

of the mine on environmental measures. Management

Representative will also post the same on firm’s website

accessible to public domains.

6. Issues relating to Mine Safety, including

subsidence study in case of

underground mining and slope study in

case of open cast mining, blasting study

etc. should be detailed. The proposed

safeguard measures in each case

should also be provided.

No underground workings exist in the lease area.

Hence, subsidence study is not required.

Slope Study

It is a river bed sand mining project. 20.0m offset has

been left for the safety of river bank and the working

depth of mining is only 3.0m from the bed level or 1.0 m

above the ground water. Hence, slope study will not be

required.

Blasting Study

No blasting is proposed, as the mineral is loose in

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7. The study area will comprise of 10 Km

zone around the mine lease from lease

periphery and the data contained in the

EIA such as waste generation etc.

should be for the life of the mine / lease

period.

The study area (10 Km zone) around the mine lease

from lease periphery has been considered and enclosed

as Annexure - II.

It is a dry river bed sand mining project. Hence, there will

be no waste generation during the mineral extraction.

8. Land use of the study area delineating

forest area, agricultural land, grazing

land, Wildlife Sanctuary, National Park,

migratory routes of fauna, water bodies,

human settlements and other ecological

features should be indicated. Land use

plan of the mine lease area should be

prepared to encompass preoperational,

operational and post operational phases

and submitted. Impact, if any, of change

of land use should be given.

� The land use of the study area showing forest area,

water bodies, industrial area, scrub land etc. has been

given at Section- III, Sub- Section - 3.5 of EIA/ EMP

Report.

� Ranthambhore National Park is situated within the

study area. No other National Park, Migratory routes

of fauna and National Monument within 10 Km

periphery of the lease area.

Map showing land use of the study area by using

Satellite Imagery is enclosed as Annexure – XIV.

Land use plan of the mine lease area to encompass

preoperational, operational and post – operational

phases is given in Section – II, Sub-Section - 2.4.5 of

EIA/ EMP Report.

Change of Land use

There will be insignificant impact on change of land use

as the lease area is river bed. Mining will be done from

upstream to downstream side and will be carried up to

3.0m depth, while the water level is 8.0m (Post-

monsoon) below the surface of river bed. The movement

of water will not be obstructed during the monsoon

period in the river course.

9. Details of the land for any overburden

dumps outside the mine lease, such as

extent of land area, distance from mine

lease, its land use, R&R issues, if any,

should be given.

� No OB/ waste will be generated during mining

operations in river bed mining project. Hence, no OB

dump is proposed outside the mine lease area.

� As the mining is in river bed classified as Gair

Mumkin Nadi Nallah. Hence, no R & R issues are

involved.

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Authority in the State Forest Department

should be provided, confirming the

involvement of forest land, if any, in the

project area. In the event of any contrary

claim by the Project Proponent regarding

the status of forests, the site may be

inspected by the State Forest

Department along with the Regional

Office of the Ministry to ascertain the

status of forests, based on which, the

Certificate in this regard as mentioned

above be issued. In all such cases, it

would be desirable for representative of

the State Forest Department to assist

the Expert Appraisal Committees.

11. Status of forestry clearance for the

broken up area and virgin forestland

involved in the Project including

deposition of net present value (NPV)

and compensatory afforestation (CA)

should be indicated. A copy of the

forestry clearance should also be

furnished.

There is no forest land involved in the mining lease area.

12. Implementation status of recognition of

forest rights under the Scheduled Tribes

and other Traditional Forest Dwellers

(Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006

should be indicated.

The area is not covered under Scheduled Tribes and

other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest

Rights) Act, 2006. Hence, it is not applicable.

13. The vegetation in the RF / PF areas in

the study area, with necessary details,

should be given.

Ranthambhore National Park is situated within the study

area. There are two reserve forests situated near Block

A and three reserve forests near Block C. One protected

forests is also situated near Block C. The detail of the

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Block Name of RF/PF Near Village Distance and Direction


A Bhagwatgarh RF Bandha 1.9 Km, S

Kala Dungar RF Bhagwatgarh 5.1 Km, SW

C Malarna RF Malarna 8.1 Km, N

Olwara Niwari RF Niwari 6.4 Km, ESE

Biloli PF Biloni 7.9 Km, ENE

Khandhar RF Shyampura 10.3 Km, SE

The vegetation in the RF/ PF areas in the study area, with necessary details will be given in Section

– III of EIA/ EMP Report.

14. A study shall be got done to ascertain

the impact of the Mining Project on

wildlife of the study area and details

furnished. Impact of the project on the

wildlife in the surrounding and any other

protected area and accordingly detailed

mitigative measures required, should be

worked out with cost implications and

submitted.

One schedules – 1 species Peafowl was reported in the

buffer zone.

Impact on the Wildlife

� There is no impact due to mining activity.

� The activities involve less use of machineries, so

impact due to noise generation is insignificant.

� To protect the riparian vegetation a safety zone of

20m has been left to support the habitat of avifaunal

species.

Mitigation Measures

� Authenticated conservation plan for schedule – 1

species Peafowl has been made and amount of Rs.

1.0 lac for Peafowl has been earmarked.

� As the part of Social Forestry Programme, to increase

the green cover of the study area, it is proposed to

provide 7,500 saplings per year (In continuous three

years) to the nearest schools, PHC’s, temples,

Charagah land etc. It will act as a barrier for air

pollutants as well as noise. It will also help to enhance

the aesthetic beauty of the area.

About Rs. 1.0 lacs will be spent on the various activity

related to plantation, water bodies, awareness

programme etc.

15. Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries,

Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors,

Ranthambhore National Park is situated within the study

area. There is no other National Parks, Sanctuaries,





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Tiger / Elephant Reserves / (existing as

well as proposed), if any, within 10 km of

the mine lease should be clearly

indicated, supported by a location map

duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife

Warden. Necessary clearance, as may

be applicable to such projects due to

proximity of the ecologically sensitive

areas as mentioned above, should be

obtained from the State Wildlife

Department / Chief Wildlife Warden

under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

and copy furnished.

Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger / Elephant

Reserves (existing as well as proposed) is situated

within 10 Km of the mining lease area.

16. A detailed biological study of the study

area [core zone and buffer zone (10 km

radius of the periphery of the mine

lease)] shall be carried out. Details of

flora and fauna, duly authenticated,

separately for core and buffer zone

should be furnished based on such

primary field survey, clearly indicating

the Schedule of the fauna present. In

case of any scheduled-I fauna found in

the study area, the necessary plan for

their conservation should be prepared in

consultation with State Forest and

Wildlife Department and details

furnished. Necessary allocation of funds

for implementing the same should be

made as part of the project cost.

A detailed biological study of flora and fauna (core and

buffer zone) has been carried out and the outcome is

given in the Annexure – XV.

The authenticated list of flora and fauna has been

obtained.

17. Proximity to Areas declared as ‘Critically

Polluted’ or the Project areas likely to

come under the ‘Aravali Range’,

(attracting court restrictions for mining

operations), should also be indicated

The lease area does not fall in critically polluted areas

under SPCB Guidelines.

The lease area does not falls in critically polluted areas.

A confirmation duly authenticated by Mining Engineer,

DMG countersigned by ADM stating that the lease does





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and where so required, clearance

certifications from the prescribed

Authorities, such as the SPCB or State

Mining Department should be secured

and furnished to the effect that the

proposed mining activities could be

considered.

not falls in Aravali Hills has been obtained.

18. Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ

map duly authenticated by one of the

authorized agencies demarcating LTL.

HTL, CRZ area, location of the mine

lease w. r. t. CRZ, coastal features such

as mangroves, if any, should be

furnished. (Note: The Mining Projects

falling under CRZ would also need to

obtain approval of the concerned

Coastal Zone Management Authority).

The lease area does not falls in CRZ.

19. R&R Plan/ compensation details for the

Project Affected People (PAP) should be

furnished. While preparing the R&R

Plan, the relevant State/ National

Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy

should be kept in view. In respect of SCs

/ STs and other weaker sections of the

society in the study area, a need based

sample survey, family-wise, should be

undertaken to assess their requirements,

and action programmes prepared and

submitted accordingly, integrating the

sectoral programmes of line

departments of the State Government. It

may be clearly brought out whether the

village located in the mine lease area will

be shifted or not. The issues relating to

shifting of Village including their R&R

The mining lease is river bed classified as Gair Mumkin

Nadi Nallah. Hence, no R& R issues are involved in the

core zone.

However, for transportation of loaded trucks to the

nearest approach road, the vehicles will pass through

the agriculture land, which comes under R & R issue. As

a part of R & R plan, agreement has been made

between the land owners and Project Proponent giving

them appropriate compensation and maintenance.

The lease has been allotted only for five years, so that

after the completion of project, land will be handed over

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and socio-economic aspects should be

discussed in the report.

20. One season (non-monsoon) primary

baseline data on ambient air quality

(PM10, SO2 and NOx), water quality,

noise level, soil and flora and fauna shall

be collected and the AAQ and other data

so compiled presented date wise in the

EIA and EMP Report. Site-specific

meteorological data should also be

collected. The location of the monitoring

stations should be such as to represent

whole of the study area and justified

keeping in view the pre-dominant

downwind direction and location of

sensitive receptors. There should be at

least one monitoring station within 500 m

of the mine lease in the pre-dominant

downwind direction. The mineralogical

composition of PM10, particularly for free

silica, should be given.

� One season data - Post - Monsoon (October,

November and December’ 2013) was collected.

� AAQ data includes PM10, PM2.5, NOX, SO2 and CO

including mineralogical composition of PM10

particularly for free silica was carried out.

� The monitoring stations selected are as described

under and data generated and site specific

meteorological data are given in the report.

Mineralogical Composition of PM10

S. No. Characteristics Units Values

1. Particulate Matter (PM10)

(1186 m3 sample Volume)

µg/m3 57.1

2. Silica µg/m3 <0.1

S. No. Particulars Table No. Page Nos.

1. Land Environment (Soil) 3.5 93

2. Water Environment 3.8 & 3.9 107 & 111

3. Meteorological Data 3.12 119

4. Ambient Air Quality 3.15 126

5. Noise Level 3.21 135

6. Biological Environment -- --

7. Socio-Economic

Environment

-- --

Sampling Location Direction Distance (Km) Components Remarks

Dubbi Banas SW 0.74 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Downwind

Biloli NNE 1.4 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Niwari SSW 1.10 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Dahlod NE 0.55 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Dobra S 0.60 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Downwind

Banas River near Niwari -- -- Surface Water --

Banas Canal water near Dahlod -- -- Surface Water --

The chemical characterization of PM10 is given below:-

Location Name: Dubbi Banas Sampling Date: 27.11.2013

S. No. Characteristics Units Project Site

1. Respirable Particulate Matter (PM10) µg/m3 45.2

2. Calcium as Ca µg/m3 2.08





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3. Magnesium as Mg µg/m3 0.21

4. Sodium as Na µg/m3 0.04

5. Potassium as K µg/m3 0.03

6. Chromium as Cr µg/m3 <0.01

7. Aluminum as Al µg/m3 <0.01

8. Lead as Pb µg/m3 <0.01

9. Zinc as Zn µg/m3 <0.01

10. Iron as Fe µg/m3 <0.01

11. Nickel as Ni µg/m3 <0.01

12. Barium as Ba µg/m3 <0.01

13. Cadmium as Cd µg/m3 <0.01

14. Mercury as Hg µg/m3 <0.001

Environmental Monitoring Report is enclosed as Annexure – VIII.

21. Air quality modeling should be carried

out for prediction of impact of the project

on the air quality of the area. It should

also take into account the impact of

movement of vehicles for transportation

of mineral. The details of the model used

and input parameters used for modeling

should be provided. The air quality

contours may be shown on a location

map clearly indicating the location of the

site, location of sensitive receptors, if

any, and the habitation. The wind roses

showing pre-dominant wind direction

may also be indicated on the map.

AERMOD version 7.1.0 model was used air quality

modeling to predict the impact of the project. The inputs

required for the model were:-

� Hourly Meteorological Data.

� Source Data.

� Receptor Data.

� Programme Control Parameters.

The detail has been given in section - IV, sub- section -

4.4 of EIA/ EMP Report.

22. The water requirement for the project, its

availability and source should be

furnished. A detailed water balance

should also be provided. Fresh water

requirement for the project should be

indicated.

The daily water demand will be 15.0 KLD, out of which

3.0 KLD will be used for domestic purpose and 12.0 KLD

for dust suppression.

Water will be obtained through tanker supply from near

village. NOC has been obtained.

Detailed water balance has been given in section- II,

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23. Necessary clearance from the

Competent Authority for drawl of

requisite quantity of water for the Project

should be provided.

NOC from Gram Panchayat for water supply will be

obtained shortly.

24. Description of water conservation

measures proposed to be adopted in the

Project should be given. Details of

rainwater harvesting proposed in the

Project, if any, should be provided.

To conserve water following measures will be adopted:-

� Mobile toilets with modular septic tank having efficient

water utilization capacity (low facets water

requirement for flushing) will be used;

� Atomized water sprinklers will be used to minimize

the air borne dust emissions on haul roads.

� Rain water harvesting structure will be constructed to

augment the water table.

Post-monsoon and Pre-monsoon groundwater level will

be monitored regularly.

It is a dry river bed mining project. Hence, no rain water

harvesting structure is proposed within the lease area.

As a part of CSR activity, rain water harvesting

structures are proposed in the nearby villages.

25. Impact of the project on the water

quality, both surface and groundwater

should be assessed and necessary

safeguard measures, if any required,

should be provided.

Impact on Surface Water

� The Banas River where the mining is undertaken is

dry bed. The mining activity will be confined only in

dry season and in the monsoon when the river flows,

there will be no mining activity. Hence, impact on

surface water is insignificant.

Impact on Ground Water

� The groundwater table was observed to be 8.0m

below the riverbed level and there will be no

intersection of ground water table as mining activity

will be restricted up to 3.0m from bed level or 1.0m

above the ground water table.

Mitigation

� Hydro-census will be carried out in the downstream

wells to monitor the quality, fluctuation etc.

� The domestic waste water generated will be





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channelized to septic tank followed by soak pit.

The budget allocated for water pollution measures has

been incorporated in Environmental Protection

Measures in section – VIII of EIA/ EMP Report.

26. Based on actual monitored data, it may

clearly be shown whether working will

intersect groundwater. Necessary data

and documentation in this regard may be

provided. In case the working will

intersect groundwater table, a detailed

Hydrogeological study should be

undertaken and Report furnished.

Necessary permission from Central

Ground Water Authority for working

below ground water and for pumping of

ground water should also be obtained

and copy furnished.

The detail of the elevation, ground water table and

working level is given below:-

S. No. Particulars Levels

(MSL)

BGL

(m)

1. Highest Elevation (Bed Level) 232 --

2. Ground Water Level 224 8

3. Working Level 229 3

The working depth of mining will be restricted to 3.0m

from river bed or 1.0m above the ground water table,

whichever is less. Hence, ground water table will not be

intersected.

27. Details of any stream, seasonal or

otherwise, passing through the lease

area and modification / diversion

proposed, if any, and the impact of the

same on the hydrology should be

brought out.

� The lease area for the proposed sand mining project

is a river bed of Banas River whose tributaries are

Berach and Menali on the right, and Kothari, Khari,

Dai, Dheel, Sohadara, Morel and Kalisil on the left.

� The sand will be mined out from the dry river bed

only.

� No modification and diversion is proposed. Since,

the working depth of mining will be restricted to 3.0

m or 1.0 m above the ground water table, whichever

is less.

� Therefore, no intersection of water table will be

done. Hence, project will not cause any harmful

impact on hydrology.

28. Information on site elevation, working

depth, groundwater table etc. should be

provided both in AMSL and bgl. A

schematic diagram may also be

provided for the same.

The detail of the elevation, ground water table and

working level is given below:-

S. No. Particulars Levels

(MSL)

BGL

(m)

1. Highest Elevation (Bed Level) 232 --





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2. Ground Water level 224 8

3. Working Level 229 3

Hence, ground water table will not be intersected during

the life of mine.

29. A time bound Progressive Greenbelt

Development Plan shall be prepared in a

tabular form (indicating the linear and

quantitative coverage, plant species and

time frame) and submitted, keeping in

mind, the same will have to be executed

up front on commencement of the

project.

The project is linear dry bed mining confined to river bed

only. Thus, there is no scope for plantation in the lease

area. It is proposed to develop social forestry in the

approach villages at public places like school, PHC’s,

Panchayat Bhawan with due permission from Panchayat

and in consultation with Forest Department.

Predominance will be given to school and PHC’s. The

action plan is as stated under:-

Particulars 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half

No. of Plants 1,820 1,820 1,820 1,820 1,820

School

PHC’s

Panchyat Bhawan

Community Center

Religious Places

Fair Ground





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A total of about 9,100 trees will be planted at various places in a span of 5 years. The development will be

carried out by Project Proponent and maintenance will be done by the villagers / NGO’s with their active

participations.

The detail of villages in which plantation will be carried out during the mining period is given below:-

Block 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

A Hatadoli Dobra Maheshra Motipura Lolanda

B Motipura, Dhunda Dubbi Banas Jarawata Khat Khurd & Khat Kalan

C Padhana Raita Khurd Kundalnadi Niwari Olwara

30. Impact on local transport infrastructure

due to the Project should be indicated.

Projected increase in truck traffic as a

result of the Project in the present road

network (including those outside the

Project area) should be worked out,

indicating whether it is capable of

handling the incremental load.

Arrangement for improving the

infrastructure, if contemplated (including

action to be taken by other agencies

such as State Government) should be

covered.

Impact on local transport Infrastructure

� The river bed mining is being undertaken since years

therefore well established road network is already

present.

� The lease area is divided into three blocks having

each block has separate entry/ exit as depicted in the

figure as given in section – II, sub-section-2.1 of

EIA/ EMP Report.

� Analysis of traffic was carried out. At present the

traffic density on the nearest paved road is 4 - 5

vehicles hourly. Due to mining activities, 15-20 trucks

will be added to the traffic.

� Hence, there will be no significant impact due to the

mining activities, as the existing road network is

adequate to cater the additional load contributed by

mining activities.

Project Proponent will contribute for improvement and

maintenance of road in consultation with PWD.

31. Details of the onsite shelter and facilities

to be provided to the mine workers

should be included in the EIA report.

To prevent the river course change; no permanent

structures are proposed within the lease area. However,

according to Mines Rule 1955, following temporary

infrastructure facilities will be provided for mine workers

during operational phase:-

� Mine Office;

� Rest Shelter;

� Drinking Water Facilities;

� Conservancy Facilities;





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� First-Aid Facilities

32. Conceptual post mining land use and

Reclamation and Restoration of mined

out areas (with plans and with adequate

number of sections) should be given in

the EIA report.

� Excavation of sand will be done only up to 3.0m from

the river bed or 1.0m above the ground water table.

� River will be replenished up to some extent naturally

by sediments during rainy season.

� However, it will be ensured that river bed surface is

uniformly extracted so that there is no ponding or

irregular water accumulation in pits.

� Hence, no reclamation and restoration activity has

been carried out.

Cross section of working depth is given in point no. 28.

33. A time bound Progressive Green Belt

Development Plan shall be prepared in a

tabular form (indicating the linear and

quantitative coverage, plant species and

time frame) and submitted, keeping in

mind, the same will have to be executed

up front on commencement of the

project. Phase-wise plan of plantation

and compensatory afforestation should

be charted clearly indicating the area to

be covered under plantation and the

species to be planted. The details of

plantation already done should be given.

The same has been provided in TOR point no. – 29.

The plantation details have been described in Section -

IX of EIA / EMP Report.

34. Occupational Health impacts of the

Project should be anticipated and the

proposed preventive measures spelt out

in detail. Details of pre-placement

medical examination and periodical

medical examination schedules should

be incorporated in the EMP.

Occupational health impacts of river bed sand mining is

very remote. However, such evidences have not been

proven so far, though the mining is undertaken for years.

No records for any occupational health problems were

reported during the primary survey. However, in case of

health implications will be reported, following mitigation

measures will be adopted:-

� All employees will be trained, educated and

encouraged to follow best and safe work practices in

their working environment.

� Personnel Protective Equipments like face mask,





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earmuffs, ear plugs, gloves, safety goggles and safety

boots is being provided.

� All workers will be subjected to Initial Medical

Examination as per Mines Rule 1955 both at times of

appointment and Periodical Medical Examination at

least once in five years.

� First aid trained personnel’s, first aid stations fully

equipped as per Mines Rules 1955 and first aid kits

will be made available all the time.

� Awareness programme regarding the use,

maintenance and up-keep of respirators will be

conducted on regular basis so that employees are

trained to handle the equipment properly.

The schedule Pre-placement Medical Examination and

Periodical Medical Examination has been incorporated

in the EMP of section – VIII.

35. Public health implications of the project

and related activities for the population

in the impact zone should be

systematically evaluated and the

proposed remedial measures should be

detailed along with budgetary

allocations.

The impact zone was identified based on incremental

GLC’s. It was observed to be within 1.0 km around the

mineral transportation routes. To minimize the impact

due to dust generation following precautions will be

taken:-

� The transportation route will be tried to bypass the

villages falling in the impact zone.

� Plantation will be carried out along the bypass road.

� Due to unavoidable circumstances, if villages cannot

be bypass and vehicles have to move through the

villages, the speed of the vehicles will be maintained

low (25kmph). It will minimize the dust generation.

However, due to low speed more vehicular exhausts will

generate. To control the vehicular exhausts PUC

certified vehicles will be used.

36. Measures of Socio - Economic

significance and influence to the local

� Due to Supreme Court impositions, all the activities

related to bajri mining were stopped, which created a





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community proposed to be provided by

the Project Proponent should be

indicated. As far as possible, quantitative

dimensions may be given with time

frames for implementation.

sudden chaos resulting into unemployment of the

local people.

� When Supreme Court gave the permission to the

lease holders to start the mining activities, it gave

direct employment to the local people which help to

sustain their livelihood.

� During the operational phase by the implementation

of certain CSR activities indirect employment will

also generate.

The details of measures of socio-economic significance

and influence proposed to the local community have

been given in section – VI, sub – section - 6.7 of EIA/

EMP Report.

37. Detailed Environmental Management

Plan to mitigate the environmental

impacts which, should inter-alia include

the impacts of change of land use, loss

of agricultural and grazing land, if any,

occupational health impacts besides

other impacts specific to the proposed

Project.

Based on the baseline study and impact prediction, the

detailed Environmental Management Plan has been

prepared. All the possible environmental issues were

addressed properly.

The detailed Environmental Management Plan is given

in Section – IX.

Impact due to change of land use – Given in TOR

point no. – 8.

38. Public hearing points raised and

commitment of the project proponent on

the same along with time bound action

plan to implement the same should be

provided and also incorporated in the

final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.

Public Hearing has been successfully executed on dated

17.11.2014 at 11.00 AM, as per the guidelines given in

EIA Notification 14th September 2006 and its subsequent

amendment.

Public Hearing notice was published in two regional

news paper one in English and other in Hindi:-

1. “Hindustan Times” – 14.10.2014 &

2. “Rajasthan Patrika” – 14.10.2014

3. Venue of Public Hearing – Tehsil Office,

Sawaimadhopur.

4. Public Hearing Panel chaired by – ADM,

Sawaimadhopur – Sh. Ishwar Singh Rathore and in

the presence of Regional Officer, RSPCB, Bharatpur

- Sh. O.P. Gupta.





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Issues raised during public hearing along with time

bound action have been given in Section – VI, sub-

section – 6.1.

Minutes of Public Hearing are enclosed as Annexure –

XVIII.

39. Details of litigation pending against the

project, if any, with direction /order

passed by any Court of Law against the

project should be given.

No specific litigation is pending against the applicant and

the lease area in any court of law to the best of our

knowledge.

However, the legal framework applicable to sand / bajri

Mining has already been highlighted in of Section I,

sub-section - 1.2 of EIA/EMP Report.

40. The cost of the project (capital cost and

recurring cost) as well as the cost

towards implementation of EMP should

clearly be spelt out.

S. No. Particulars Capital Cost

(In Rs.)

Recurring

Cost (In Rs.)

1. Project Cost 7.0 Crore 70 lacs

2. EMP Cost 32.5 lacs 3.2 lacs

3. CSR 22.5 lacs 2.25 lacs

41. Details of replenishment studies. � Replenishment of sand/ Bajri will be very much

depended on rainfall and run-off from surrounding

areas.

� Dandy - Bolton equations has been used to calculate

the sedimentation yield. The total annual sediment

deposition was computed and found 2,32,659

tonnes/ year.

� A preliminary replenishment study of Banas River

was also carried out by Indian Institute of Technology

(IIT), Roorkee on dated 18th – 19th June, 2014. It has

been concluded that “the intervening catchment of the

Banas River shall contribute sand to the Banas River

through soil erosion and replenish the River if the

sand from the river shall be lifted/ mined”.

� Hence, a comprehensive replenishment study is

envisaged for few continuous years to understand the

pattern and potential of sedimentation and

replenishment.

� The detail of replenishment study is discussed in





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Section - VI, Sub section – 6.3 of EIA/ EMP

Report.

42. Details of Transportation of mined out

materials as per the Indian Road

Congress for both the ways (loaded as

well as unloaded trucks) load and its

impact on environment.

Traffic analysis was carried out to understanding the

carrying capacity of the roads near to the project site

and the connecting main roads in the area. The traffic

study is summarized in below table:-

Existing Traffic Scenario & LOS is given below:-

Road Vol. in

PCU’s/ hr

(V)

Capacity

in PCU’s/

hr (C)

Existing

V/C ratio

LOS

Village

Road

9 250 0.035 A

NH - 116 21 625 0.034 A

The existing Level of Service at Near Village and at

highway is “A” i.e. excellent.

Modified Traffic Scenario & LOS during mine operation

is given below:-

Road Vol. in

PCU’s/hr (V)

Capacity

in PCU’s/

hr (C)

Existing

V/C

ratio

LOS

Village

Road

54 250 0.22 B

NH - 116 73 625 0.12 A

It can be seen that the V/C ratio is likely to change to

from 0.035 to 0.22 and 0.034 to 0.12 with LOS being “B”

and “A” for village road and NH-116 respectively which

is ‘very good and ‘excellent’, as per classification. So the

additional load on the carrying capacity of the concerned

roads is not likely to have any significant adverse affect.

The detailed study on traffic analysis as per the Indian

Road Congress for both the ways (loaded as well as

unloaded trucks) load and its impact on environment

was given in Section – VI, Sub-Section – 6.4 of EIA /

EMP Report.

43. Cumulative impact due to other Bajri

mining units in the study area.

There will not be any impact due to other bajri mines as

the lease area is spread in long stretch. The major

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44. Proper conservation plan for Schedule -

I and II fauna (species specific).

Conservation plan for Schedule – I species is enclosed.

45. Impact of mining on plankton Impact of mining on plankton due to sand mining will be

given in section – IV of EIA/ EMP Report.

46. Outlines of cluster approach for

collection of baseline data adopted if

any.

Rather than cluster approach, the individual mining will

be done.

Therefore, Baseline data for individual mining project

were generated for various components of surrounding

environment like air, water, land etc. in the core zone as

well as buffer zone which covers 10 Km area along the

project site.

47. The mining plan shall be prepared

carefully, dividing lease area into

manageable blocks to ensure scientific

and systematic mining of minor minerals.

Entire stretch of mining has been divided into three

blocks namely: Block A, B and C; for the ease of

operation, management and supervision of mining

operation which will overall ensure scientific and

systematic mining in the lease area.

The five years proposed production details is given in

Section – II, Sub-Section – 2.6.2 of EIA / EMP Report.

48. The base line data shall be collected so

as to represent the whole mine lease

area.

Cluster approach was taken to select the monitoring

stations as in continuity to the River course, number of

lease are present where the core area of one station is

the buffer of other monitoring stations which helped to

give specific emphasis at the overlapping places to

make the study more realistic. The baseline data

collected during the study period represents the whole

area.

Besides the above, the below mentioned general points will also have to be followed:-

a. All documents to be properly referenced

with index and continuous page

numbering.

All documents have been properly referenced with

index, page numbers and continuous page numbering.

b. Where data are presented in the report

especially in tables, the period in which

the data were collected and the sources

should be indicated.

The data presented in the report especially in table,

along with the period in which the data was collected

and the source has been incorporated.





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c. Where the documents provided are in a

language other than English, an English

translation should be provided.

English translation has been provided for each

document of Hindi.

d. The Questionnaire for Environmental

Appraisal of industrial projects as

devised by the Ministry shall also be

filled and submitted.

The questionnaire for environmental appraisal of mining

projects as devised earlier by the Ministry is enclosed as

Annexure – XIV.

e. While preparing the EIA report, the

instructions for the proponents and

instructions for the consultants issued by

MoEF vide O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-

IA.II (I) dated 4th August, 2009, which are

available on the website of this Ministry

should also be followed.

All instruction mentioned in O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-

IA.II (I) dated 4th August, 2009 are being complied with.

f. Changes, if any made in the basic scope

and project parameters (as submitted in

Form-I and the F.R for securing the

TOR) should be brought to the attention

of MoEF with reasons for such changes

and permission should be sought, as the

TOR may also have to be altered. Post

Public Hearing changes in structure and

content of the draft EIA/ EMP (other than

modifications arising out of the P.H.

process) will entail conducting the PH

again with the revised documentation.

There is no change made in the basic scope and project

parameter.

g. As per the circular no. J-11011/ 618/

2010-IA.II (I) dated 30.05.2012, you are

requested to submit certified report of

status of compliance of the conditions

stipulated in the environmental

clearance for the existing operations of

the project by the Regional Office of

Ministry of Environment & Forests, if

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applicable.

1.9 POST - ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING

The project management will submit a half yearly compliance report in respect of

stipulated prior Environmental Clearance terms and conditions on 1st June and 1st

December of each calendar year. The latest compliance report will be displayed on the

website of the concerned regulatory authority.

1.10 GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

In terms of EIA Notification of the MoE&F, New Delhi dated 14th September 2006 and its

subsequent amendments, the generic structure of the EIA document is as under:-

Table 1.3: Generic Structure of EIA Document

S. No. Chapters Page Nos.

1. Introduction 30-58

2. Project Description 59-69

3. Description of the Environment 70-110

4. Anticipated Environmental Impact & Mitigation Measures 111-126

5. Environmental Monitoring Programme 127-133

6. Additional Studies 134-151

7. Project Benefits 152-156

8. Environmental Management Plan 157-162

9. Summary & Conclusion 163-182

10. Disclosure of Consultant Engaged 183-185

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PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE SECTION – II – PROJECT DESCRIPTION


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SECTION - II

INDEX

2.1 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT .................................................................... 61

2.1.1 CONNECTIVITY (To Mine Site) ..................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.2 NEED OF THE PROJECT............................................................................. 63

2.3 AMENITIES/ FACILITIES.............................................................................. 63

2.4 INFRASTRUCTURE (PROJECT REQUIREMENTS) ................................... 63

2.4.1 POWER ................................................................................................................... 63

2.4.2 NEAREST SOURCE OF WATER SUPPLY AND DEMAND ................................... 64

2.4.3 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................. 64

2.4.4 LAND OWENERSHIP/OCCUPANCY ..................................................................... 64

2.4.5 LAND USE PATTERN ............................................................................................ 65

2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITIES ............................................................. 65

2.5.1 NEAREST FOREST/ WILDLIFE SANCTUARY/ BIOSPHERE RESERVES ...... Error!

Bookmark not defined.

2.5.2 NEAREST STREAMS / RIVERS / WATER BODIES ..... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.5.3 PUBLIC BUILDING PLACES AND MONUMENTS ........ Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.5.4 IMPORTANT ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES (10 Km) Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.6 PROJECT DESCRIPTION .................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.7 LEASE HOLD AREA .......................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.8 GEOLOGY .......................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.8.1 REGIONAL GEOLOGY ................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.8.2 LOCAL GEOLOGY ................................................................................................. 66

2.8.3 PHYSIOGRAPHY .......................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.8.4 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES AS PER UNFC CLASSIFICATION

RESERVES .................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.8.5 PROPOSED RATE OF PRODUCTION WHEN MINE IS FULLY DEVELOPED AND

EXPECTED LIFE OF THE MINE .................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.9 RIVER SAND MINING IN INDIA ......................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.10 MINING ............................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.10.1 METHOD OF WORKING ............................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

2.10.2 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION .............................................................................. 68

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2.10.4 YEAR-WISE DEVELOPMENT IN NEXT FIVE YEARS ........................................... 68

2.11 CONCEPTUAL MINING PLAN ..................................................................... 69

2.11.1 FINAL SLOPE ANGLE TO BE ADOPTED ............................................................. 69

2.11.2 ULTIMATE EXTENT & SIZE OF PIT ...................................................................... 69

2.11.3 ULTIMATE CAPACITY OF DUMPS ....................................................................... 69

2.12 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE/ STAGES ... Error! Bookmark not

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2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT

The river bed sand mining project is located in villages of Tehsil & District – Sawai

Madhopur, Rajasthan. Mining Lease is 802.38 ha (excluding prohibited area). River area

spreads in 12 villages of Tehsil – Sawai Madhopur as per details given by Assistant

Mining Engineer, DMG, Sawai Madhopur (Raj.).

The connecting to the nearest approach from mine site is given below:

Table 2.1: Connectivity to the Mine Site

Particulars Distance & Direction (From the Lease Boundary)

Nearest Railway Station Malarna ~ 3.25 Km, N

Nearest Airport Jaipur International Airport ~ 91.0 Km, NE

Nearest Highway NH-116 passing through the lease





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Figure 2.1: Route Map





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2.2 NEED OF THE PROJECT

In India, sand mining is carried out over the years. But earlier the sand mining did not

require any Environmental Clearance. It is regulated by laws in many places, but is still

often done illegally. Earlier in Rajasthan, for excavation of riverbed sand, royalty contract

was given by Department of Mines & Geology. Uncontrolled sand mining from the

riverbed leads to the destruction of the entire river system. To control illegal mining,

Hon'ble Supreme Court stated in order given dated 27.02.2012 that all mining projects of

minor minerals (including river bed mining) and their renewal, irrespective of the size of

the lease would henceforth require prior Environment Clearance. Therefore, Ministry of

Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has issued guidelines on

18.05.2012 for Implementation of Apex Court Order for mining projects of minor minerals

for their Environmental Clearance. Therefore the riverbed sand mining project requires

prior Environmental Clearance.

To regulate and minimize the impacts of riverbed sand mining; mining will be carried out

scientifically and systematically as per approved Mining Plan.

2.3 AMENITIES/ FACILITIES

The site services like rest room shelter, first-aid facility, mines office etc. will be provided

to workers at the mine site during operational phase. As per the guidelines no

permanent structure will be constructed within the lease area interrupting the river

course. Mine office will be established in mobile container. Temporary structures / tents

will be used as rest room for mine workers. In the rest room drinking water and first aid

facility will be provided. Modular STP will be used for waste water treatment.

However, the nearest basic amenities / facilities are available within 10 Km study area

and is given Table 2.2.

Table 2.2: Basic Amenities / Facilities within the Study Area

S. No. Nearest Amenities

(Within Study Area)

Distance & Direction


1. Police Station Malarna Dungar – 7.0 Km, N

2. Post Office Malarna Dungar – 7.0 Km, N

3. Educational Facilities Govt. Secondary School, Dubbi ~ 1.25 Km, S

Govt. Middle School, Jarawata ~ 1.0 Km, S

4. Medical Facilities Malarna Dungar – 7.0 Km, N

2.4 INFRASTRUCTURE (PROJECT REQUIREMENTS)

2.4.1 POWER

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2.4.2 NEAREST SOURCE OF WATER SUPPLY AND DEMAND

The daily water demand will be 15.0 KLD, out of which 3.0 KLD water will be used for

domestic purpose, 12.0 KLD for dust suppression. The water demand will be met

through water tanker supply from nearby villages.

WATER BALANCE

2.4.3 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS

Total employment in the mining lease will be around 76 people. The local villagers will

be preferred for employment. Technical personnel will be employed on the basis of their

educational qualification and their availability. Semi-skilled and un-skilled workers will be

hired from the nearby villages. The list of technical and non-technical staff is presented

in Table 2.4.

Table 2.4: Man Power (Technical and Non-technical) Requirement

S. No. Category Numbers

1. Manager – Ist

Class 1

2. Safety Officer/ Assistants 3

3. Technical Supervisor Personnel 6

4. Skilled Personnel 15

5. Semi-Skilled Personnel 15

6. Un-skilled Personnel 36

Total 76

2.4.4 LAND OWENERSHIP/OCCUPANCY

As per revenue records, the lease area is Government Land which is classified as Gair

Mumkin Nadi Nallah as given in Table 2.5. As per RMMCR (Amendments) 2012, any

permanent structure cannot be established in the river–bed. Therefore mobile temporary

structures will be made to be used as rest shelter, first aid facility, drinking water facility,

etc.

One Time Water Demand – 15.0 KLD Daily Fresh Water Demand – 13.0 KLD

Domestic 3.0 KLD

Dust Suppression 12.0 KLD (2.0 KLD from STP+10.0 KLD Fresh Water)

Consumption – 1.0 KLD

Sewage Treatment Plant

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Table 2.5: Land Ownership

Land Area (ha.) Ownership

Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah 802.38 Government

Map showing land use of the lease area is enclosed as Annexure – XV.

2.4.5 LAND USE PATTERN

The land use for mining and allied purposes is given in Table 2.6.

Table 2.6: Land Use Pattern

S.

No.

Particulars Present land

use (ha.)

At the End of

3rd

Year (ha.)

At the end of 5th

year (ha.)

1. Pit area - 153.32 259.96

2. Dump area - - -

3. Safety

zone

Road (1 no.) 6.7 6.7 6.7

Bridge (1 no.) 13.05 13.05 13.05

Wells (6 no.) 15.24 15.24 15.24

4. Infrastructure

(Office, Temp. shelter etc)

- 0.30 0.30

5. Mineral Storage - - -

6. Plantation - - -

7. Un-worked 767.39 613.77 507.13

Total 802.38 802.38 802.38

The conceptual plan is enclosed as Annexure- XVI.

2.5 GEOLOGY

2.5.1 REGIONAL GEOLOGY

Sawai Madhopur terrain is mostly formed by pre-Cambrian metamorphic, igneous and

sedimentary rocks belonging to Pre-Aravalli & Vindhyanas. Pre Aravalli rock units

comprising quartzite, mica, schist, gneiss and migmatite cover the north western part of

the district between Lalsot and west of Bayana. The rocks of Vindhyan Super Group are

represented by Rewa, Kaimur, Sand and Satola Group in increasing order of antiquity.

These rocks occupy the eastern part of the district and are separated from the older

rocks by a major reverse fault, The Great Boundary Fault. A major part of the district is

occupied by the thick alluvium related to the various river systems. The geological

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Table 2.7: Geological Succession

Recent Alluvium

Vindhyan

Super Group

Bhander Group Upper Bhander (Maihar) Sandstone

a- Sirbu Shale

b- Limestone

Lower Bhander (Bundi Hill) Sandstone

Samria Shale

Lakheri Limestone

Ganugarh Shale

Rewa Group Upper Rewa (Govindgarh) Sandstone

Jhiri Shale

Lower Rewa (Indergarh) Sandstone

Panna Shale

Kaimur Group Kaimur Sandstone

Sand Group Tirohan Breccia

Satola Group Tirohan Limestone

Sandstone with grit and Conglomerate

Delhi Super

Group

Intrusive Alwar Group Granite

Quartzite with Schist

Bhilwara

Super Group

Intrusive Dolerite

Ranthambore Group Mandalgarh Quartzite with shale and slate

Hindoli Group a – Bhadesar shale, slate and phyllite

b - Quarzite

Mangalwar Complex Quartzite and schist

2.5.2 LOCAL GEOLOGY

Soil / alluvium varying in thickness from 3.0 to 8.0 m constitute the top horizons in the

area suitable for agriculture. Banas River meanders through the area exposing the

alluvium and soil at the banks. Hard rock is exposed at places along the banks in the

lease area. Bajri is found in the river bed. This bed is presently dry and flows only during

the rainy season. The map showing geology of the lease area is enclosed as Annexure

- XVII

2.5.3 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES AS PER UNFC CLASSIFICATION

S. No. Category Reserves

1. Total Proved Reserves (111) [A] 24.89 MCM (2,48,92,500 m

3 )

2. Blocked Reserves As Per UNFC Code (211 & 222) [B] 1.85 MCM (18,50,850 m

3)





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3. Total Mineable Reserves = A – B = 24.89 - 1.85 23.04 MCM

4. Targeted Production (During the 5 years of lease) 7.80 MCM

5. Balance Reserves = 23.04 - 7.80 15.24 MCM

2.8.5 PROPOSED RATE OF PRODUCTION WHEN MINE IS FULLY DEVELOPED AND

EXPECTED LIFE OF THE MINE

Life of Mine = Mineable Reserves

= 23.04

= 5 Years Production Capacity 7.8

2.6 MINING

The proposed project is confined to dry bed extraction of sand from the river bed. The

operation will be carried out by semi-mechanized method. Sand excavation will be

carried out up to a depth of 3.0 m or 1.0 m above the ground water table by using light-

weight excavators. Mining will be carried out in five blocks for convenient, easy operation

supervision, management and safety. The details of each block are given in Table 2.9.

Table 2.9: Block Details

Block - A Block - B

S. No. Block Name Area (Ha) S. No. Block Name Area (Ha)

1 Khedli Khalsa 199.59 1 Surang 22.34

2 Ghata Jharanya 21.54 2 Dhunda 28.30

3 Dowda Khurd 130.31 3 Dubbibind Rakkha 138.24

Total 351.31 4 Khatkalan 42.3

Total 231.18

Block - C Total area of Blocks (A+B+C) = 802.38 Ha

S. No. Block Name Area (Ha)

1 Padhana 200.74

2 Kirpura / Odwada 19.15

Total 219.89

2.6.1 METHOD OF WORKING

River bed mining is for extracting sand from Banas Rivers. As per RMMC Rules, 1986

extraction is limited to 3.0 m depth only. River bed is dry. Lease area allotted is 802.38

ha in Tehsil & District – Sawaimadhopur. Total length of the area as per the description

report stretches in the length of 32.80 Km.

The salient features of mode of working as per approved Mining Plan are:-

� Entire stretch of the lease area will be divided in to three blocks (A, B & C) for ease

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� Workings will be restricted within the lease area.

� The mining will be done by forming only one bench because mining is limited up to 3

m depth from river bed.

� The height of the benches will be restricted to 3.0 m and width will be approx 20 m.

Bench will advance parallel to the banks of the river.

� Extraction activities will start in the blocks from the upstream side to downstream

side. This will not obstruct the movement of water, if any, during monsoon period in

the river course.

� Roads in the lease area for the movement of loaded trippers / trucks will not have

slopes more than 1 in 20.

� Roads will be properly made and sprayed by water sprinkling will be done for dust

suppression.

� Every block will have its own approach roads, which already exists and is well

connected to main highways.

� Light weight excavators will be used for loading of mineral in tippers / trucks.

� No OB / waste material will be produced.

� No drilling / blasting required as the material is loose in nature. No processing of

mineral will be done.

2.6.2 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION

The details of equipments proposed to be used in mining operation are listed below:-

Table 2.10: List of Equipments

S. No. Name of Machinery Capacity Nos. Remark

1 Excavators 0.9 to 1.2 m3 8 On hire

2 Tippers/ Trucks 20 tons - On hire

3 Water Tanker 4000 liters 2 On hire

4 Payloader JCB -- 1 On hire

5 Light vehicles -- 3 --

2.6.3 YEAR-WISE DEVELOPMENT IN NEXT FIVE YEARS

The year wise development of mines for the first five year will progress as per the table

below:-

Table 2.11: Year Wise Development in Next Five Years

Year Parameter Block - A Block - B Block - C Total

I Area (Ha.) 20.0 13.33 13.33 46.66

Production (MMTPA) 0.84 0.56 0.56 1.96

II Area (Ha.) 26.66 13.33 13.33 53.33





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III Area (Ha.) 24.0 16.0 13.33 53.33


IV Area (Ha.) 24.0 13.33 16.0 53.33


V Area (Ha.) 26.66 13.33 13.33 53.33


Total Area (Ha.) 121.32 69.32 69.32 259.96


Length of Lease Area (Km) 4.6 9.0 4.2 17.80 (excluding

prohibited stretch)

Width of Extraction (m) 263.71 77.02 165.01 -

The year wise development plan is enclosed as Annexure – XVIII.

2.7 CONCEPTUAL MINING PLAN

Mine lease area will be worked in blocks for ease of operation. However, as the digging

depth will be restricted to 3.0 m only or 1.0 m above the ground water table, material will

still be available below. This will be further replenished to some extent during rainy

season. Blocks will be worked systematically as the width is limited while length is much

more. As the lease period is 5 years, some of the area will be left un-worked at the end

of lease period.

2.7.1 FINAL SLOPE ANGLE TO BE ADOPTED

Height of the bench will be limited to 3.0 m only and width will be around 20.0 m.

However, the height of the bank with respect to river bed is varying from 4.0 to 6.0 m.

River bank side will be protected by 7.5 m offset. Natural slope of river bank will not be

disturbed. This will avoid collapsing of bank and will also prevent erosion.

2.7.2 ULTIMATE EXTENT & SIZE OF PIT

The pit limit is restricted up to 3.0 m below the ground level or 1.0 m above the water

table.

2.11.3 ULTIMATE CAPACITY OF DUMPS

There will be no OB removal and waste generation during the plan period. No dumping

area is needed. No outside material will be filled up in the extracted zone.

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PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE SECTION – III – DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

APPLICANT:- MANJEET CHAWALA



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SECTION - III

INDEX

3.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 72

3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING .................................................................... 73

3.3 COLLECTION OF BASELINE DATA ......................................................... 74

3.4 LAND ENVIRONMENT .............................................................................. 74

3.4.1 Source of Information ............................................................................... 74

3.4.2 Data Base .................................................................................................. 74

3.4.3 Land Use/ Land Cover Area ..................................................................... 74

3.5 SOIL ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................ 76

3.6 WATER ENVIRONMENT ........................................................................... 77

3.6.1 WATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS .................................................................... 77

3.6.2 RESULT ..................................................................................................... 81

3.7 AIR ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................. 82

3.7.2.1 Meteorological Data Recorded at Site ..................................................... 83

3.8.2.2 Wind Rose Diagram .................................................................................. 83

3.7.2 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING .................................................... 85

3.8 NOISE ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................. 87

3.8.1 AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL DATA ................................................................ 88

3.8.2 RESULT ...................................................................................................... 89

3.9 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT .................................................................. 89

3.9.1 METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................ 89

3.10 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT ...................................................... 103

3.10.1 OBJECTIVES ........................................................................................... 103

3.10.2 DATA COLLECTION ................................................................................ 103

3.10.3 DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE OF THE STUDY AREA ................................ 103

3.10.3.1Population Profile .................................................................................... 103

3.10.3.2Gender Distribution in the Buffer Zone ................................................. 104

3.10.3.3Literacy Profile in Buffer Zone ............................................................... 104

3.10.3.4Occupational Structure in Buffer Zone ................................................. 109

3.10.4 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SURVEY .................................................................. 109

3.10.5 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE ................................................................... 109

3.10.6 SOCIAL OBSERVATION IN THE STUDY AREA OF THE MINE ............ 110





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3.10.7 CONCERNED ISSUES IN THE REGION ................................................. 110

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3.0 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

3.1 INTRODUCTION

EIA process requires the primary baseline data collection to know the information on the

biophysical, social and economic settings of the mine site. The criteria of the baseline

data collection was based on the impact zone on both the sides of the river bank which

was expected to be around the 2-3 km from both the sides. The stations were

considered based on their sensitivity by considering the close proximity with the

sensitive zones like reserve forests and expected high pollutant concentration zones like

Naka etc. The baseline data have been collected as per CPCB guidelines in the month

of October, November and December’ 2013.

The following criteria were adopted while selecting the monitoring locations:-

� One location on the upwind depending upon the wind profile/ pattern.

� Two locations on the downwind side depending upon wind pattern (predominant

directions).

� One location covering the sensitive areas within the vicinity.

� One location covering the transportation convergences route.

� One location covering the major habitation.

� One location on the downwind direction where the max GLC’s are falling.

The monitoring station selected is as described under:-

Table 3.1: List of Monitoring Stations

Baseline data generation was carried out by NABL approved laboratory M/s Vison Labs,

Hyderabad. Environmental Monitoring Report is enclosed as Annexure – XVIII.

Sampling

Location

Distance (Km) Direction Components

Dubbi Banas 0.74 SW Air, Water, Noise, Soil

Biloli 1.4 NNE Air, Water, Noise, Soil

Niwari 1.10 SSW Air, Water, Noise, Soil

Dahlod 0.55 NE Air, Water, Noise, Soil

Dobra 0.60 S Air, Water, Noise, Soil





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3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING

S.N. Particulars Details

1. Name of Project Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral)

2. Location Villages of Tehsil & District – Sawai Madhopur (Raj.)

3. Lease Area 802.38 ha (excluding prohibited area of 273.20 ha)

4. Land Type Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah

5. Latitude & Longitude 26°11’37.9” to 26°12’03.7”N & 76°18’19.3” to 76°32’44.8”E

6. Toposheet No. 54 B/7, 54 B/8, 54 B/11 & 54 B/12

7. Nearest Habitation Saroli Mod ~ 3.5 Km, E

8. Nearest Major Town Malarna Dungar ~ 8 Km, N

9. Nearest Highway NH-116 passing through the lease

10. Nearest Railway

Station

Malarna ~ 3.25 Km, N

11. Nearest Airport Jaipur International Airport ~ 91.0 Km, NE

12. Nearest Tourist Places None within 10 Km radius.

13. Defense Installations None within 10 Km radius.

14. Archaeological Sites None within 10 Km radius.

15. Ecological Sensitive

Zones

Ranthambhore National Park

16. Reserved/ Protected

Forest

Block Name of RF/PF Near Village Distance and Direction


A Bhagwatgarh RF Bandha 1.9 Km, S

Kala Dungar RF Bhagwatgarh 5.1 Km, SW

C Malarna RF Malarna 8.1 Km, N

Olwara Niwari RF Niwari 6.4 Km, ESE

Biloli PF Biloni 7.9 Km, ENE

Khandhar RF Shyampura 10.3 Km, SE

17. Nearest Streams/

Rivers/ Water Bodies

Block Water Body Near Village Distance and Direction


A Bhagwatgarh Reservoir Bhagwatgarh 4.8 Km, S

B Nigoh Nadi Gambhira 6.2 Km, NE

C Morel River Khatoli 9.7 Km, NE

18. Other Industries/ Mines Adjoining to other Bajri Mines

19. Seismic Zone Zone – II as per IS – 1893 (part-1) - 2002





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3.3 COLLECTION OF BASELINE DATA

Environmental data has been collected in relation to propose mine for:-

1. Land Environment

2. Water Environment

3. Air Environment

4. Noise Environment

5. Biological Environment

6. Socio-Economic Environment

The topographical map showing monitoring locations for collection of primary data of

soil, air, water & noise is enclosed as Annexure – II.

3.4 LAND ENVIRONMENT

Object of the study is to provide a baseline status of the study area covering 10 km

radius around the proposed mine site so that temporal changes due to the mining

activities on the surroundings can be assessed in future.

3.4.1 Source of Information

The data in this work is collected from the following sources:-

1. Topographic data - From Survey of India toposheet.

2. Remotely Sensed Data - From IRS P6 – LISS IV Data.

3. Ground Truthing of the data

All the data used in this work have been supplied by National Remote Sensing Centre,

Hyderabad, India.

3.4.2 Data Base

The detail of the primary data in the form of digital data on LISS-IV for interpretation and

analysis is given below in Table 3.1. The mask of the entire project area including the

influence zone was generated from the IRS-P6 LISS-IV.

Table 3.1: Database Used for Land Use and Land Cover Mapping

S. No. Satellite Sensor Date type & Bands

1. IRS-P6 LISS-IV Digital (1, 2, 3)

3.4.3 Land Use/ Land Cover Area

Classification scheme adopted for the preparation of land use/ land cover maps on

1:25,000 scales. Land use/ Land cover classification standardized by NRSC/ ISRO. The

land use / land cover area of the study area. Map showing land use of the study area is

enclosed as Annexure – XIV. The following land use classes have been observed in the

study area:-





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Table 3.3: Land Use/ Land Cover Classes

LULC Class Area (Ha.) Area (%) Area (m2)

Built up

Lease Area 802.38 1.84 8023800

Residential 776.75 1.78 7767500

Transportation - Railway 39.49 0.09 394900

Transportation - Major Road 140.74 0.32 1407400

Total 1759.36 4.03 17593600

Agriculture Agriculture 29387.54 67.39 293875400

Total 29387.54 67.39 293875400

Forest Reserved Forest 4942.5 11.33 49425000

Total 4942.5 11.33 49425000

Waste Land

Hilly 131.2 0.30 1312000

Gullied Land 4921.86 11.29 49218600

Bare Exposed Soil/ Surface 307.77 0.71 3077700

Total 5360.83 12.29 53608300

Water Body

River - Other 1815.48 4.16 18154800

Water Body 341.83 0.78 3418300

Total 2157.31 4.95 21573100

Grand Total 43607.54 100 436075400

Agriculture: The key feature observed within the area of interest is the agricultural

activity. It is spreads over 67.39% (293.87 Km2) of the geographical area. However, the

agriculture in this area is primarily rain fed and also irrigation-based agriculture is

practiced in this region.

Wasteland: The next prominent land use is that of wasteland which is a degraded and

underutilized class of land that has deteriorated on account of natural causes or due to

lack of appropriate water and soil management. Wasteland can result from inherent/

imposed constraints such as location, environment, chemical and physical properties of

the soil or financial or other management constraints. For the present study, this land

class is found to occupy nearly 12.29% (53.6 Km2) of the area of interest.

Forest: Forest is the third prominent land use. This class occupies nearly 11.33% (49.42

Km2) of the study area.

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Figure 3.2: Land Use Map

3.5 SOIL ENVIRONMENT

The objectives of the soil sampling are:-

� To determine the baseline soil characteristics of the study area;

� To determine the impact of existing as well as proposed activity on soil

characteristics and;

� To determine the impact on soil more importantly with agriculture production point of

view.

The soil analysis results are given below:-

Table 3.4: Soil Analysis Result

S.

No.

Parameters Units Dubbi Banas Biloli Niwari Dahlod Dobra

S1 S2 S3 S4 S5

Date of Sampling 09.12.2013

1 Texture - Sandy Clay Sandy Clay Silty Clay Clay Clay

2 Particle size

Distributions

Sand % 40 38 20 20 20

Silt % 20 14 38 32 32

Clay % 40 48 42 48 48

3 Appearance (Color) -- Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown

4 Sodium as Na mg/100g 2.12 1.72 1.68 1.682 1.96





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5 pH (10% Slurry) - 7.26 7.33 7.86 7.29 7.36

6 Conductivity µS/cm 232 196 162 156 168

7 Bulk density g/cc 1.36 1.32 1.12 1.15 1.19

8 Porosity % v/v 28 26 36 35 39

9 Total Organic Matter % 0.78 0.86 0.96 0.96 0.79

10 Nitrogen as N mg/100g 232 212 268 256 289

11 Potassium as K mg/100g 136 156 192 168 172

12 Phosphorus as P mg/100g 46 39 52 42 36

13 Zinc as Zn mg/kg 3.96 4.23 5.12 4.89 5.06

14 Cadmium as Cd mg/kg <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

15 Chlorides as Cl- mg/100g 0.36 0.21 0.96 0.26 0.28

16 Alkali Metals mg/kg 0.24 0.2 0.36 0.22 0.2

17 Permeability Cm/h 6.2 5.8 4.26 4.12 4

18 Water Holding

Capacity % 18.6 19.2 32.6 31.3 32.6

19 Copper as Cu mg/kg 0.06 0.06 0.12 0.11 0.12

20 Iron as Fe mg/kg 0.12 0.12 0.23 0.09 0.13

21 Lithium mg/kg <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

22 Moisture Content % <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0

23 Boron as B mg/kg 0.08 0.09 0.21 0.14 0.13

3.6 WATER ENVIRONMENT

3.6.1 WATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS

Seven ground water samples and one surface water samples were collected as grab

samples and were analyzed for various parameters as per the procedures specified in

“Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater” published by

American Public Health Association (APHA). Different physico-chemical parameters of

surface water and ground water during study period were compared with standard at

each monitoring stations and shown in the Tables below:

Table 3.5: Surface Water Analysis

S.N. Parameter

Limits (Class C)

Units Banas River Near

Niwari SW1

Banas Canal water Near Dahlod

SW2

Date of Sampling 10.12.2013

1 pH 6.5 – 8.5 - 7.92 7.96

2 Color < 300 Hazen 10 12

3 Taste -- - Agreeable

4 Odor -- - Unobjectionable

5 Conductivity -- mS/cm 642 762





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6 Turbidity -- NTU 8.3 11.2

7 Total Dissolve solids < 1500 mg/L 412 490

8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 -- mg/L 152 184

9 Total Alkalinity -- mg/L 180 220

10 Calcium as Ca -- mg/L 32 38.4

11 Magnesium as Mg -- mg/L 17.2 21.1

12 Residual Chlorine -- mg/L <0.02 <0.02

13 Boron -- mg/L <0.001 <0.001

14 Chloride as Cl < 600 mg/L 63.9 78.1

15 Sulphate as SO4 < 400 mg/L 40.3 40.3

16 Fluorides as F- < 1.5 mg/L 0.12 0.14

17 Nitrates as NO3 < 50 mg/L 5 5

18 Phenolic Compounds < 0.005 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

19 Cyanide as CN < 0.05 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

20 Anionic Detergents < 1 mg/L 0.16 0.18

21 Mineral Oil -- mg/L <0.001 <0.001

22 Cadmium as Cd < 0.01 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

23 Arsenic as As < 0.2 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

24 Copper as Cu < 1.5 mg/L 0.012 0.09

25 Lead as Pb < 0.1 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

26 Manganese as Mn -- mg/L <0.001 <0.001

27 Iron as Fe < 50 mg/L 0.14 0.16

28 Chromium as Cr6+

< 0.05 mg/L <0.001 <0.001

29 Zinc as Zn < 15 mg/L 0.16 0.18

30 Aluminum as Al -- mg/L <0.001 <0.001

31 Mercury as Hg -- mg/L <0.0002 <0.0002

32 Selenium as Se < 0.05 mg/L < 0.001 < 0.001

33 Dissolved Oxygen >4 mg/L 4.4 4.2

34 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5 days at 200ºC)

< 3 mg/L 5 8

35 Chemical Oxygen Demand -- mg/L 18 36

36 E. coli -- MPN/100

ml Absent

37 Coliform Organisms < 5000 MPN/100

ml 4263 4682

The pH was found 7.92 and 7.96 at sampling locations i.e. Banas River near Chhan (SW

1) and Banas canal water near Kakalwar (SW-2) during Post-monsoon season. This

shows that study area have slightly alkaline water and these were within the acceptable

range of 6.5 to 8.5 as per standard.

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) was found 412 mg/L at SW1 and 490 mg/L at SW2. TDS in

the surface water samples were found within the acceptable range i.e. below 1500 mg/L

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The Fluoride concentration in the study area was found 0.12 and 0.44 mg/L at sampling

stations SW1 & SW2 respectively. Fluoride content was found within prescribed

standard of 1.5 mg/L (max) as per standard.

The Chloride content in the study area was found 63.9 and 78.1 mg/L at sampling

stations SW1 & SW2 respectively which was found within the permissible limit of 600

mg/L as per standard.

The sulphate content was found varying from 40.3 mg/L at both the locations. Sulphate

content in the study area was found within the Permissible limit of 400 mg/L (max.) as

per standard.

Dissolved oxygen was found 4.4 and 4.2 mg/L at sampling stations SW1 & SW2

respectively. The minimum value of DO in the surface water was 4 mg/L found as per

standard IS: 2296, 1982 (Class C) for the ample growth of aquatic flora and fauna. The

DO content in the surface water of the study area was found above the 4 mg/l at all the

sampling locations which indicate the sufficient level of oxygen in water is present for the

growth of aquatic flora and fauna.

Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) was found 5.0 and 8.0 mg/L at sampling stations

SW1 & SW2 respectively. The BOD values were found above the limit of 3.0 mg/L as per

standard at all locations.

The Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) value was found 18.0 and 36.0 mg/L at sampling

stations SW1 & SW2 respectively.





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Table 3.9: Ground Water Analysis Results

S.N. Parameter Units

Drinking Water Standard IS:10500 Dubbi

Banas Biloli Niwari Dahlod Dobra

Requirement

(Desirable

Limits)

Permissible Limits

in the Absence of

Alternate Source

GW1 GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5

1 pH - 6.5 – 8.5 NR 7.26 7.26 7.23 7.26 7.26

2 Color Hazen < 5 < 25 <01 <01 <01 <01 <01

3 Taste - Agreeable - Agreeable

4 Odor - Unobjectionable - Unobjectionable

5 Conductivity µS/cm -- -- 2034 1532 2696 3234 1628

6 Turbidity NTU < 5 < 10 1.6 1.4 1.6 2 1.6

7 Total Dissolve solids mg/L < 500 < 2000 1328 989 1726 2086 1052

8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 mg/L < 300 < 600 656 416 768 984 368

9 Total Alkalinity mg/L < 200 < 600 460 360 380 460 240

10 Calcium as Ca mg/L < 75 < 200 147.2 92.8 179.2 275.2 92.8

11 Magnesium as Mg mg/L < 30 < 100 69.1 44.1 76.8 71 32.6

12 Residual Chlorine mg/L < 0.2 - <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

13 Boron mg/L < 1 < 5 0.086 0.009 0.011 0.089 0.006

14 Chloride as Cl mg/L < 250 < 1000 298.2 184.1 482.8 610.6 326.6

15 Sulphate as SO4 mg/L < 200 < 400 117.1 127.6 243.8 263 97.9

16 Fluorides as F- mg/L < 1.0 < 1.5 1.69 1.36 1.69 2.12 1.36

17 Nitrates as NO3 mg/L < 45 < 100 8.1 6.9 11.3 13.2 6.3

18 Phenolic Compounds mg/L < 0.001 < 0.002 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001





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19 Cyanide as CN mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

20 Anionic Detergents mg/L < 0.2 < 1.0 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

21 Mineral Oil mg/L < 0.01 < 0.03 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

22 Cadmium as Cd mg/L < 0.01 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.006 <0.001

23 Arsenic as As mg/L < 0.01 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

24 Copper as Cu mg/L < 0.05 < 1.5 0.006 0.008 0.023 0.13 0.008

25 Lead as Pb mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

26 Manganese as Mn mg/L < 0.1 < 0.3 0.006 <0.001 0.006 0.023 <0.001

27 Iron as Fe mg/L < 0.3 < 1.0 0.12 0.11 0.14 0.16 0.12

28 Chromium as Cr6+ mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

29 Zinc as Zn mg/L < 5 < 15 0.083 0.09 0.26 1.12 0.26

30 Aluminum as Al mg/L < 0.03 < 0.2 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

31 Mercury as Hg mg/L < 0.001 NR <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002

32 Selenium as Se mg/L < 0.01 NR < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001

33 E. coli MPN/100 ml Absent - Absent

34 Coliform Organisms MPN/100 ml <10 -- Nil

3.6.2 RESULT

Surface Water

The results obtained for the collected samples indicate that the surface water qualities were found to be well within the prescribed

standards Limits (Class C).


APPLICANT:- CHANDAK ASSOCIATES

DOCUMENT NO.:- EESPL/ MCA/ 001/ 146 – EC/ Mine/ 2013


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Ground Water

Total Hardness concentration was found in the range of 416 to 984 mg/ L in the ground

water samples during study period. The maximum concentration was found at Dhalod

Village and minimum at Biloli Village. At all the stations total hardness values were found

above the desirable limit (below 300 mg/l) as well as the permissible limit (below 600

mg/l) except for GW2.

TDS was found to vary from 989 to 2086 mg/L in the ground water samples. The

maximum concentration of TDS was found at Dhalod Village (GW4). TDS at all the

locations were found above the desirable limit of the drinking water standard (IS: 10500)

i.e. <500 mg/L. At Dhalod Village (GW4) the TDS was found above the permissible limit

(<2000 mg/L )also.

The Chloride content in the study area was observed to show wide variation from 184.1

to 610.6 mg/L during the study period. Maximum chloride concentration in ground water

was found at the Dhalod Village (GW1). All the monitoring locations were found within

the permissible limit of 1000 mg/L as per drinking water standard IS: 10500.

The range of Fluoride concentration was found to be ranging from 1.36 to 2.12 mg/L.

Maximum fluoride concentration was found at Dhalod Village. Fluoride content at all the

locations was found to be above the drinking water standard of 1.0 mg/L (max). At GW1,

GW3 & GW4 locations the concentration was found above the permissible limit also i.e.

<1.5 mg/L. Fluoride concentration of approximately 1 mg/L in drinking water effectively

reduces dental caries or tooth decay without any harmful effect on health. High

concentration of fluoride may cause fluorosis.

Coliform was found absent at all the ground water monitoring stations which shows that

wells water are suitable for drinking purpose.

3.7 AIR ENVIRONMENT

The prime objective of the baseline air monitoring was to evaluate the existing air quality

of the area. This will also be useful for assessing the conformity to standards of the

ambient air quality during the operation of the mine.

The baseline status of the air quality has been assessed though a scientifically designed

ambient air quality monitoring network based on the following considerations:-

� Meteorological conditions on synoptic scale;

� Topography of the study area;

� Representatives of regional background air quality for obtaining baseline status; and

� Representatives of likely impact areas.





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3.7.2.1 Meteorological Data Recorded at Site

The dispersal of air pollutants released in the environment strongly depends on the

meteorological parameters like wind speed and prevailing wind direction, variation in

temperature, relative humidity and rainfall pattern. An auto weather monitoring stations

was installed at Dubbi Banas Village during the study period to record various

meteorological parameters on hourly basis to understand the wind pattern, temperature

variation and relative humidity variation. The statistical summary of the meteorological

parameters of study area for the study period (October, November & December, 2013)

are given in Table 3.7.

Table 3.7: Summary of Micrometeorological Data of Site (October – December, 2013)

Month Temperature (0C) Relative Humidity (%) Rainfall (mm) Wind Speed (miph)

Max Min Max Min Max Total Max Min

October 35.5 16.5 76.9 8.5 0 0 8.0 < 1.0

November 32.9 10.1 92.3 8.5 0 0 9.0 < 1.0

December 28.8 5.2 100 1.0 0 0 < 1.0

3.8.2.2 Wind Rose Diagram

A wind rose is a graphic tool used by meteorologists to give a succinct view of how wind

speed and direction are typically distributed at a particular location. Wind velocity is a

measure of wind speed and direction. It is one of the most important meteorological

parameters and governs dispersion, diffusion and transportation of pollutants to the

atmosphere.

Wind rose is the diagrammatic representation of wind speed in a specified direction with

its arms representing sixteen directions. Each arm gives a clear frequency distribution of

wind speed in a particular direction for a given period of time.

The percentage frequencies of wind in 16 directions have been computed from the

recorded data during the study period (October, November and December’ 2013) for 24-

hourly intervals to plot wind rose. Summary of wind pattern is presented in Table. 3.13.

The wind rose diagram for the study period was developed & presented in Figure 3.9.

Table 3.13: Summary of the Wind Pattern

S. No Wind

Direction

0.5-2.1 Speed

m/s

>= 2.1 Speed

m/s

Total

1. N 70 18 88

2. NNE 90 13 103

3. NE 135 33 168

4. ENE 92 16 108





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5. E 51 19 70

6. ESE 23 4 27

7. SE 49 9 58

8. SSE 30 11 41

9. S 49 16 65

10. SSW 62 15 77

11. SW 114 29 143

12. WSW 45 9 54

13. W 72 7 79

14. WNW 57 9 66

15. NW 62 11 73

16. NNW 58 18 76

Sub-Total 1296

Calms 911

Missing / Incomplete 1

Total 2208

Figure 3.9: Wind Rose Diagram for the study period (October - December’ 2013)

WRPLOT View - Lakes Environmental Software

PROJECT NO.:

Manjeet Chawla River Bed Mine R.J

DATE:

1/5/2014

MODELER:

COMPANY NAME:

Manjeet Chawla River Bed Mine Swai Madhapur R.J

COMMENTS:WIND ROSE PLOT:

Resultant Vector

1 deg - 9%

NORTH

SOUTH

WEST EAST

2%

4%

6%

8%

10%DATA PERIOD:

Start Date: 10/1/2013 - 00:00End Date: 12/31/2013 - 23:00

WIND SPEED

(m/s)

>= 11.1

8.8 - 11.1

5.7 - 8.8

3.6 - 5.7

2.1 - 3.6

0.5 - 2.1

Calms: 41.26%

AVG. WIND SPEED:

0.78 m/s

CALM WINDS:

41.26%

TOTAL COUNT:

2207 hrs.

DISPLAY:

Wind SpeedDirection (blowing from)





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The average wind speed recorded during the study period was 0.78 m/s. Calm

conditions prevailed for 41.28 %. The prevalent wind direction accounting for maximum

length of time is NE to SW as presented in Figure 3.9. The maximum temperature

recorded during study period was found 35.5°C while the minimum temperature was

5.2°C. The average relative humidity during study period was found to be in range of 1.0

to 100.0%.

3.7.2 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING

Ambient air quality monitoring stations were selected on the basis of surface influence,

demographic influence and meteorological influence. The sites were chosen at village

Dubbi Banas, Biloli, Niwari, Dahlod and Dobra. The ambient air monitoring has been

carried out with a frequency of two days in a week at seven locations covering one

complete season.

Table 3.9: Sampling Frequency

Parameters Sampling Frequency

PM10 24 hourly sample twice a week

PM2.5 24 hourly sample twice a week

Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) 8 hourly for 24 hrs sample twice a week

Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) 8 hourly for 24 hrs sample twice a week

Carbon Monoxide 8 hourly for 24 hrs sample twice a week

Table 3.10: Instruments used for Sampling & Analysis

Table 3.11: Sampling and Analytical Techniques

S. No. Parameter Method

1 PM10 IS-5182 (part – 23) 2006

Pollutants Instrument Make Model

No.

Range and

Sensitivity

PM10 Respirable Dust Sampler (RDS) M/s ECO TECH

Instruments Pvt. Ltd

COMBO-

AAS-271

2.3 m3/hr

± 0.03 m3/min

PM2.5 1.0 m3/hr

± 0.03 m3/min

SO2 RDS with thermoelectrically cooled

gaseous sampling attachment

0 – 3 LPM

± 0.2 LPM NOX

CO CO Analyzer Testo Analyzer -- 1-1999 PPM

GC – Bruker

(Gas Chromatography)

-- < 1.0 PPM

Trace Elements AAS Thermo Fisheries -- --





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2 PM2.5 RTI (Research Triangle Institute) (Gravimetric Ana Revision-07 Aug14-2003)

3 Sulphur Dioxide IS 5182 (Part – II) 2001, with Improved West & Gaeke Method

4 Nitrogen Oxide Modified Jacob – Hochheiser/ Arsenite Method (IS 5182 Part 6) 2011

5 Carbon Monoxide NDIR Spectroscopy method

6 Trace Elements APHA-401 and ASTMD 4185-90

Table 3.12: Statistical Summary of Concentration Levels of Criteria Pollutants

(Unit: - µg/m3)

S. No.

Criteria Pollutant

Locations Arithmetic

Mean Maximum Minimum

98th

percentile

CPCB Standards

1 PM10

Dubbi Banas 43.5 48.9 36.9 48.9

100

Biloli 62.6 69.3 54.8 69.1

Niwari 49.5 54.8 40.6 54.7

Dahlod 57.6 68.9 50.8 66.8

Dobra 50.6 56.2 42.6 56.1

2 PM2.5

Dubbi Banas 21.9 24.9 18.9 24.9

60

Biloli 31.1 35.9 25 35.8

Niwari 25.2 28.1 18.9 28

Dahlod 29.4 34.8 25.3 34.4

Dobra 25.4 28.9 20.6 28.2

3 SO2

Dubbi Banas 4.5 4.9 4 4.9

80

Biloli 5.5 5.9 4.9 5.9

Niwari 4.7 5.6 4.1 5.5

Dahlod 5.5 5.8 4.9 5.9

Dobra 4.5 4.9 4.1 4.9

4 NOX

Dubbi Banas 10.6 13.1 8.3 12.9

80

Biloli 17.2 23.8 13.6 22.8

Niwari 12.1 19.6 8.6 19.1

Dahlod 15.3 17.2 12.6 17.1

Dobra 11.5 15.2 8.9 14.7

5 CO

Dubbi Banas 387 652 215 652

2000

Biloli 687 989 256 987

Niwari 539 954 167 913

Dahlod 630 985 244 924

Dobra 461 736 163 717

3.7.3 RESULTS

The analysis results for the study period are presented in above monitoring tables.

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values have been computed from the observed raw data for all the AAQ monitoring

stations. These are compared with the standards prescribed by Central Pollution Control

Board (CPCB) for rural and residential zone.

The average PM10 concentration was found to be maximum at Biloli Village with average

concentration 62.6 µg/m3 and 98th percentiles 69.1 µg/m3. The average PM10

Concentration was found to be least at Dubbi Banas Village with average concentration

43.5 µg/m3 and 98th percentiles 48.9 µg/m3. The huge difference was observed between

the monitored concentration and the NAAQ Standard, 2009. Monitored concentration

was found 1.6 to 2.2 times less than the prescribed limits. This shows the low level of

dust concentration presently.

Same situation was observed in case of PM2.5 concentration levels which were observed

to be ranging from 21.9 to 31.1µg/m3. The permissible limit of 24 hours of monitoring for

PM2.5 is 60µg/m3 (NAAQS, 2009). The average PM2.5 Concentration was found to be

least at Dubbi Banas Village with average concentration 21.9 µg/m3 and 98th percentiles

24.9 µg/m3 and maximum was observed at Biloli Village with average concentration 31.1

µg/m3 and 98th percentiles 35.8 µg/m3. The reasons for this situation are same as for

PM10. The PM2.5 concentration levels were found 1.9 to 2.7 times less than that of the 24

hrs average concentration (60 µg/m3) prescribed by CPCB (NAAQS, 2009).

The average SO2, NOX & CO concentration levels during the study period at various

monitoring stations, as presented in Table 3.15, were observed to be ranging from 4.5 to

5.5µg/m3, 10.6 to 17.2µg/m3 and 387 to 687µg/m3 respectively. The permissible limit of

24 hours of monitoring for SO2 & NOX is 80µg/m3 and for CO is 2000 µg/m3 (NAAQS,

2009). The concentration levels of SO2, NOX and CO were found below the permissible

limit at all stations.

Conclusion

The results of the monitored data indicate that the ambient air quality of the region in

general is in conformity with respect to norms of National Ambient Air Quality standards

of CPCB, at all locations monitored.

3.8 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

The main objective of noise monitoring in the study area is to establish the baseline

noise level and assess the impact of the total noise expected to be generated during the

project operations around the project site.

Table 3.13: Noise (Sound) Measuring Instrument

Instrument Make Model No. Instrument

Identification

Detection Limit





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Integrated Sound Level Measurement

Instrument Standard Accessories

HTC SL-1352 SAL/NOISE/INT/05 Lo 35-80 dB

Hi 80-130 dB

Table 3.14: Testing Method to be followed

Particular Testing Method to be Followed

Noise Level Measurement

A Noise Level in dB (A) for continuous 24

hours at 1 hour interval

Operational Manual of Noise level Meter,

Model No. DT - 805 issued by Mextech

3.8.1 AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL DATA

The statistical analysis is done for measured noise level at eight locations. The

parameters are analyzed for Leq (day), Leq (night) and Leq (day-night). The statistical

analysis results are given in below:-

Table 3.15: Ambient Noise Level Data Recorded in the Study Area

Station Code N1 N2 N3 N4 N5

Station Name Dubbi Banas

Biloli Niwari Dahlod Dobra

Monitoring Date 2/12/2013 3/12/2013 5/12/2013 6/12/2013 7/12/2013

Day Time

7:00 AM 40.8 38.7 39.6 38.2 41.8

8:00 AM 41.9 39.9 40.8 42.6 43.5

9:00 AM 45.6 42.6 42.5 46.8 50.6

10:00 AM 48.9 45.6 45.4 48.5 51.2

11:00 AM 50.6 48.9 49.6 52.2 53.6

12:00 Noon 51.8 50.3 50.5 52.6 53.8

13:00 PM 52.6 51.9 51.2 53.4 51.5

14:00 PM 51.5 50.1 52.6 50.2 52.9

15:00 PM 49.9 48.7 48.4 51.1 50.5

16:00 PM 48.7 46.7 47.3 50 51.6

17:00 PM 47.6 45.3 46.2 48.6 52.8

18:00 PM 50.6 46.7 51.6 49.2 54.9

19:00 PM 52.8 48.9 52.9 50.3 52.5

20:00 PM 53.4 50.2 53.6 51.5 51.2

21:00 PM 52.6 51.8 53.7 50.2 50.6

22:00 PM 52.9 52.3 51.6 46.6 48.5

Maximum 53.4 52.3 53.7 53.4 54.9

Minimum 40.8 38.7 39.6 38.2 41.8

Day Equivalent 50.7 48.8 50.3 50 51.7

Night Time

23:00 PM 53.8 52 50 45.8 47.6





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24:00 MN 49.6 50.6 48.2 40.5 44.2

1:00 AM 47.2 48.6 46.4 41.6 42.8

2:00 AM 44.5 44.1 43.9 39.2 40.4

3:00 AM 40.6 40.1 40.1 38.4 39.9

4:00 AM 38.7 37.2 37.2 36.1 37.7

5:00 AM 36.7 34.2 37.9 35.2 36.6

6:00 AM 39.9 36.9 38.2 36.1 39.5

Maximum 53.8 52 50 45.8 47.6

Minimum 36.7 34.2 37.2 35.2 36.6

Night Equivalent

47.5 46.9 44.6 40 42

3.8.2 RESULT

The interpretation of the observed data is the most important step in the assessment of

ambient noise level. The data sets contain valuable information about the behavior of the

sound. Normally data analyzed and interpreted in terms of Leq (day), Leq (night), Ldn

and their possible effect on human, animals and other components of the ecosystem. A

comparison was made with CPCB standards for ambient noise for different areas.

It was observed that, the maximum sound level was 54.9 dB(A) and the minimum sound

level was 38.2 dB(A) in the study area.

3.9 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

Biodiversity study of the proposed project areas of River bed mining in Banas river was

carried out to understand the status of predominant floral and faunal groups i.e. trees,

shrubs, herbs, grasses, herpetofauna, avifauna and mammals. To collect data and

information on specific components of the ecological system and pertinent issues widely

used standard scientific methods were adopted.

The objectives of the present study were as follows:-

� To identify the floral and faunal diversity;

� To assess nature and distribution of the vegetation in the area;

� To assess the frequency, density, abundance, Importance Value Index (IVI) and

Shannon-Wiener Diversity Index of floral components;

� To identify the endangered & threatened species of flora and fauna, if any

� To assess the impact of operation phase of the project on the existing ecosystem.

3.9.1 METHODOLOGY

Extensive literature review was carried out to indentify the representative spectrum of

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BSI and Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Biodiversity study of the proposed project

areas of River bed mining in Banas & Kothari River was carried out to understand the

status of predominant floral and faunal groups i.e. trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses,

herpetofauna, avifauna and mammals.

CORE ZONE:

Vegetation Survey:

Tree species commonly seen in the core zone of the study area were Prosopis

juliflora (Vilayati Babool), Acacia nilotica (Babool), Prosopis cineraria (Khejari),

Phoenix sylvestris (Khajoor), and Azadirachta indica (Neem).

List of the plants recorded from the core zone (Sawaimadhopur lease coming in the

Banas river starch) is given below:

Table: Plants recorded in the core zone (lease area of Sawaimadhopur)

S. No. Vernacular Name Scientific name Family

Trees

1. Babool Acacia nilotica Fabaceae (Mimosoideae)

2. Ber Ziziphus mauritiana Rhamnaceae

3. Kankera Maytenus emarginata Celastraceae

4. Khajoor Phoenix sylvestris Arecaceae (Palmae)

5. Neem Azadirachta indica Meliaceae

6. Vilayati Babool Prosopis juliflora Fabaceae

Shrubs

1 Aak Calotropis Procera Asclepiadaceae

2 Kair Capparis decidua Capparaceae

3 Behaya Ipomoea carnea Convolvulaceae

4 Raimuniya Lantana camara Verbenaceae

Herbs

1 Bui Aerva tomentosa Amaranthaceae

2 Pili Kantili Argemone mexicana Papaveraceae

3 Jangli chaulai Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae

4 Latjira Achyranthes aspera Amaranthaceae

5 Punarnava Boerhavia diffusa Nyctaginaceae

6 chitraa Citrullus colocynthis Cucurbitaceae

7 Kankus Commelina forskalei Commelinaceae

8 Ban Tulsi Croton bonplandianum Euphorbiaceae

9 Dhatura Datura metel Solanaceae

10 Motha Cyperus rotundus Cyperaceae

11 Unthkanta Echinops echinatus Asteraceae

12 Sarphonk Tephrosia purpurea Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)





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13 Badi Dudhi Euphorbia hirta Euphorbiaceae

14 Gajar Ghas Parthenium hysterophorus Asteraceae (Compositae)

15 Bada gokhru Pedalium murex Pedaliacae

Grass

1 Doob ghas Cynodon dactylon Poaceae (Gramineae)

2 Sheda Grass Dichanthium annulatum Poaceae (Gramineae)

3 Makra Dactyloctenium aegyptium Poaceae (Gramineae)

4 Small stink grass Eragrostis minor Poaceae (Gramineae)





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CORE ZONE

(FAUNA):

A. Avifauna

A total of 9 species belonging to 8 families were obseved in the core zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed site) of the study area during the field

survey. The dominant species were Red-wattled lapwing, and Cattle egret.

Table 5: List of Avifauna observed in the core zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed lease) of study area

S.

No.

Common Name Scientific name Family Status

(IWPA 1972)

Number of

individuals

observed

Total no. of

Sightings

Habitat/ Observation during survey

1. Bank myna Acridotheres

ginginianus

Sturnidae Schedule IV 5-6 2 Near Dhabas, hotels, They make use of

food scrap disposed by humans, even

following catering vehicles.

2. Black drongo Dicrurus

macrocercus

Dicruridae Schedule IV 7 2 Common in open agricultural areas and

light forest, perching conspicuously on a

bare perch or along power or telephone

lines.

Survey: Ploughed fields, Burning

grasslands, On wires of open fields

3. Cattle egret Bubulcus ibis Ardeidae Schedule IV 10-12 3 Grasslands, Pastures, farmlands,

wetlands and rice paddies. They often

accompany cattle or other large mammals

for catching insects.

Survey: Open fields, in around the group

of cattle’s

4. Collared dove Streptopelia

decaocto

Columbidae Schedule IV 5-10 3 Found around farms where spilt grain is

frequent around grain stores or where

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5. Green bee-eater Merops orientalis Meropidae No mention 8 2 Grassland, thin scrub and forest often

quite far from water.

Survey: perch near open fields, along

roadsides.

6. House crow Corvus splendens Corvidae Schedule V 11 2 Associated with human settlements

throughout its range, from small villages to

cities.

7. Red-vented bulbul Pycnonotus cafer Pycnonotidae Schedule IV 2-3 2 Dry scrub, open forest, plains and

cultivated lands.

Survey: Sightings on Prosopis and Acacia

trees.

8. Red-wattled lapwing Vanellus indicus Charadriidae No mention 9 2 Well-watered open field, ploughed fields,

grazing land, and margins and dry beds of

tanks and puddles.

Survey: Ploughed fields, grazing land

9. Rock Pigeon Columba livia Columbidae Schedule IV 10-25 3 Open and semi-open environments. Cliffs

and rock ledges are used for roosting and

breeding, Worship places, school

buildings etc

Survey: Near peaceful place, Worship

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B. Mammals

A total of 04 species were observed in the core zone (proposed river bed site) during the field survey. i.e. five stripped palm squirrel

(Funambulus pennantii) and common house rat (Rattus rattus). These species are very common in the study area and usually uses wide

variety of the habitats.

Table- 8: Mammalian species recorded in Core Zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed lease)

S. No. Vernacular Name Scientific Name Family Category

Schedule

(IWPA 1972)

IUCN

Ver. 3.1

1 Five stripped palm squirrel Funambulus pennantii Sciuridae IV LR-lc

2 Common House rat Rattus rattus Muridae V LC

3 Indian Gerbil Tatera indica Muridae V LRlc

4 Black Rat Rattus rattus Muridae V LRlc

C. Amphibian

No species of amphibian fauna was reported during the field survey in the core zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed lease) of the study

area.

A. Reptiles

Two species was observed in the core zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed lease) during the field survey. i.e Oriental Garden Lizard.(Calotes

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Table- 10: Reptiles recorded in core zone (Sawaimadhopur river bed lease)

S.No. Vernacular Name Scientific Name Family Category

Status

(IWPA)

IUCN

1 Oriental Garden Lizard Calotes versicolor Agamidae - LC

3 Common garden skink Lampropholis guichenoti Scincidae - LRnt

BUFFER ZONE:

Vegetation Survey:

Trees: The lists of plants recorded in the buffer zone of the Sawaimadhopur lease area are given below:

List of tree species recorded in the Buffer Zone of the Sawaimadhopur lease area

S.No. Vernacular Name Scientific name Family Habitat

1. Ronjh Acacia leucopholea Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

2. Babool Acacia nilotica Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

3. Kumttha Acacia senegal Fabaceae Forest

4. Siris Albizia lebbeck Mimosaceae Forest/Agriculture/Sub Urban

5. Neem Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

6. Kachnar Bauhinia purpurea Leguminosae Agriculture/Sub Urban

7. Dhak Butea monosperma Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

8. Amaltash Cassia fistula Caesalpiniaceae Forest/Agriculture/Sub Urban





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9. lasoda Cordia dichotoma Boraginaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

10. Shesham Dalbergia sissoo Fabaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

11. Gulmohar Delonix regia Caesalpiniaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

12. Kunali/khairi Dichrostachys cinerea Mimosaceae Forest

13. Pangri,dadak Erythrina indica Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

14. Safeda Eucalyptus globolus Myrtaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

15. Bargad Ficus benghalensis Moraceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

16. Pipal Ficus religiosa Moraceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

17. Subabul Leucaena leucocephala Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

18. Kankera Maytenus emarginata Celastraceae Forest/Agriculture

19. Shahtoot Morus alba Moraceae Forest/Agriculture

20. Khajoor Phoenix sylvestris Arecaceae (Palmae) Forest/Agriculture

21. Jangle Jalebi Pithecellobium dulce Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

22. Karanj Pongamia pinnata Fabaceae Forest/Agriculture

23. Khejari Prosopis cineraria Mimosaceae Forest/Agriculture/Sub Urban

24. Jamun Syzygium cumini Myrtaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

25. Imli Tamarindus indica Fabaceae Agriculture/Sub Urban

26. Rohida Tecomella undulata Bignoniaceae Forest/Agriculture

27. Sagon Tectona grandis Lamiaceae Forest

28. Indrajau/ Dudhi Wrightia tinctoria Apocynaceae Forest

29. Ber Ziziphus mauritiana Rhamnaceae Forest/Agriculture/Sub Urban

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S. No. Vernacular Name Scientific name Family

1. Aak Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae

2. Aakra Calotropis gigantea Asclepiadaceae

3. Arandi Ricinus communis Euphorbiaceae

4. Behaya Ipomoea carnea Convolvulaceae

5. Champa Plumeria alba Apocynaceae

6. Dandathor Euphorbia caducifolia Euphorbiaceae

7. Dhatura Datura stramonium Solanaceae

8. Foog Calligonum polygonoides Polygonaceae

9. Jharberi Ziziphus nummularia Rhamnaceae

10. Kair Capparis decidua Capparaceae (Capparidaceae)

11. Kaner Nerium oleander Apocynaceae

12. Khimp Leptadenia pyrotechnica Asclepiadaceae

13. Nag phani Opuntia elatior Cactaceae

14. Raimuniya Lantana camara Verbenaceae

15. Vilayati babool Prosopis juliflora Mimosaceae

Herbs

16. Bui Aerva tomentosa Amaranthaceae

17. Pili Kantili Argemone mexicana Papaveraceae

18. Kala bhangra Anisomeles indica Lamiaceae

19. Jangli chaulai Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae

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21. Latjira Achyranthes aspera subsp. porphyristachya Amaranthaceae

22. Muktajhuri Acalypha indica Euphorbiaceae

23. Punarnava Boerhavia diffusa Nyctaginaceae

24. Purple-Leaf Button Weed Borreria ocymoides Rubiaceae

25. Survali Celosia argentea Amaranthaceae

26. chitraa Citrullus colocynthis Cucurbitaceae

27. Jakhiya, Safed hulhul Cleome gynandra Cleomaceae

28. Kankus Commelina forskalei Commelinaceae

29. Ban Tulsi Croton bonplandianum Euphorbiaceae

30. kachari Cucumis melo ssp. agrestis Cucurbitaceae

31. Dhatura Datura metel Solanaceae

32. Latmahuria Digera muricata Amaranthaceae

33. Motha Cyperus rotundus Cyperaceae

34. Unthkanta Echinops echinatus Asteraceae

35. Oldman'S Cap Polycarpaea corymbosa Caryophyllaceae

36. Gulpankhi Polygala erioptera Polygalaceae

37. Laptuna Setaria verticillata Poaceae (Gramineae)

38. Baraira (bala) Sida acuta Malvaceae

39. Khareti Sida rhombifolia Malvaceae

40. Asiatic witchweed Striga asiatica Scrophulariaceae

41. Marigold Tagetes minuta Asteraceae

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43. Sarphonk Tephrosia purpurea Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)

44. Sarapunkha Tephrosia villosa Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)

45. Peeli Kaner Thevetia peruviana Apocynaceae

46. Ashvagandha Withania somnifera Solanaceae

47. Badi Dudhi Euphorbia hirta Euphorbiaceae

Grass

48. Asian crab grass Digitaria bicornis Poaceae (Gramineae)

49. Chinese Love Grass Eragrostis unioloides Poaceae (Gramineae)

50. Doob ghas Cynodon dactylon Poaceae (Gramineae)

51. Jangli-jowar Sorghum halepense Poaceae (Gramineae)

52. Jhuhi ghas Alysicarpus monilifer Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)

53. Makra Dactyloctenium aegyptium Poaceae (Gramineae)

54. Sheda Grass Dichanthium annulatum Poaceae (Gramineae)

BUFFER ZONE

FAUNA

a. Avifauna

A total of 30 species belonging to 23 families were recorded in the Buffer zone of the study area during the field survey. The dominant

species were Red-wattled lapwing (Vanellus cinereus), and Bank myna (Acridotheres ginginianus).

Table 20: List of Avifauna Recorded in Buffer Zone

S. No. Common Name Scientific Name Family Status (IWPA 1972)

1. Bank myna Acridotheres ginginianus Sturnidae Schedule IV





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2. Baya weaver Ploceus philippinus Ploceidae Schedule IV

3. Black drongo Dicrurus macrocercus Dicruridae Schedule IV

4. Brahminy starling Sturnus pagodarum Sturnidae Schedule IV

5. Cattle egret Bubulcus ibis Ardeidae Schedule IV

6. Common hoopoe Upupa epops Upupidae No mention

7. Common myna Acridotheres tristis Sturnidae Schedule IV

8. Eurasian Collared dove Streptopelia decaocto Columbidae Schedule IV

9. Green bee-eater Merops orientalis Meropidae No mention

10. Grey francolin Francolinus pondicerianus Phasianidae Schedule IV

11. House crow Corvus splendens Corvidae Schedule V

12. House sparrow Passer domesticus Passerinae Schedule IV

13. House swift Apus affinis sub sp. affinis Apodidae No mention

14. Indian peafowl Pavo cristatus Phasianidae Schedule I

15. Indian robin Saxicoloided fulicata Turdinae No mention

16. Indian Roller Coracias benghalensis Coraciidae Schedule IV

17. Jungle babbler Turdoides striatus Timaliinae Schedule IV

18. Laughing dove Streptopelia senegalensis Columbidae Schedule IV

19. Laughing dove Streptopelia senegalensis Columbidae Schedule IV

20. Lesser coucal Centropus bengalensis Cuculidae Schedule IV

21. Long-tailed shrike Lanius schach Laniidae No mention

22. Purple sunbird Nectarinia asiatica Nectariniidae Schedule IV

23. Red-vented bulbul Pycnonotus cafer Pycnonotidae Schedule IV

24. Red-wattled lapwing Vanellus cinereus Charadriidae No mention

25. Rock Pigeon Columba livia Columbidae Schedule IV





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26. Rose-ringed parakeet Psittacula krameri Psittacidae Schedule IV

27. White-eared bulbul Pycnonotus leucotis Pycnonotidae Schedule IV

28. Wire-tailed swallow Hirundo smithii Hirundinidae No mention

29. Black kite Milvus migrans Accipitridae Schedule IV

30. Variable Wheatear Oenanthe picata Muscicapidae Schedule IV

b. Mammals:

A total of 6 species belonging 5 families were observed in the buffer zone during the field survey. The dominant species were

Funambulus pennantii (Five stripped palm squirrel) and Boselaphus tragocamelus (Nilgai).

Table: List of mammalian species recorded in Buffer Zone

S. No. Vernacular Name Scientific Name Family Number of individuals observed

Status (IWPA- 1972)

1. Five stripped palm squirrel

Funambulus pennantii Sciuridae 10 IV

2. Common House rat Rattus rattus Muridae 5 V

3. Grey Musk Shrew Suncus murinus Soricidae 5 --

4. Indian Hare Lepus nigricollis Leporidae 1 IV

5. Indian field mouse Mus booduga Muridae 3 V

6. Nilgai Boselaphus tragocamelus Bovidae 7 III

7. Wild pig Sus scrofa Suidae 5 III

8. Mongoose Herpestes edwardsii Herpestidae 3 II

9. Indian Gazelle or Chinkara

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c. Amphibian

A total of 02 species were observed in the buffer zone during the field survey.

Table: Amphibian recorded in buffer zone

S. No. &

Family

Vernacular Name

Common English Name

Conservation Status

IUCN CITES IWPA

TOADS / FROGS

1. Bufonidae

1 Bufo melanostictus Common Indian Toad VU -- --

2. Ranidae

2 Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Indian Bull Frog

VU App. II Schedule-

IV

D. Reptiles

A total of six species belonging to five families were observed in the buffer zone during the

field survey. The dominant species was Oriental Garden Lizard (Calotes versicolor).

Table-: List of reptiles recorded in Buffer Zone

S.No. Vernacular Name Scientific Name Family Status

(IWPA)

1 Common House Gecko Hemidactylus frenatus Gekkonidae No mention

2 Oriental Garden Lizard Calotes versicolor Agamidae No mention

3 Indian sand boa Eryx johnii Boidae Schedule IV

4 Common Rat Snake Ptyas mucosus Colubridae Schedule II

5 Common garden skink Lampropholis guichenoti Scincidae No mention

6 Fan-Throated Lizard Sitana ponticeriana Agamidae No mention

E. Butterflies:

A total of 08 species of butterflies were recorded in the buffer zone during the field

survey. The dominant family was Pieridae with 03 species and Common grass yellow

as the dominant species.

Table 24: Butterflies Recorded in the Study Area

S.

No.

Species Scientific Name Family

1 Crimson Rose Pachliopta hector Papilionidae





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2 Lime Butterfly Papilio polymnestor Papilionidae

3 Yellow Pansy Junonia hierta Nymphalidae

4 Blue Pansy Junonia orithya Nymphalidae

5 Plain Tiger Danaus chrysippus Nymphalidae

6 Common Grass

Yellow

Eurema hecabe Pieridae

7 Indian Cabbage

White

Pieris canidia Pieridae

8 Pioneer White Belenois aurota Pieridae

3.10 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

3.10.1 OBJECTIVES

The broad objectives of the socio-economic impact assessment are:-

1. To study the socio-economic status of the people living in the study area.

2. To assess the impact on socio-economic environment due to the project concerned.

3. To evaluate the community development measures proposed to be taken up by the

Project Proponent, if any.

4. To suggest community development measures that needs to be taken for the study

area with stakeholder engagement.

The study area includes the 102 villages of Tehsil & District – Sawaimadhopur within

radius of 10 km from mine periphery.

3.10.2 DATA COLLECTION

The information analyzed for the project has been collected from various secondary

sources (2011 census and latest available district statistical Hand Books) with respect to

population and occupational structure, various research papers of the concerned area,

and has been supported by the extensive site visits and field observations. A target

sample of people is interviewed selected on the basis of non probability sampling with

access to the nearest habitation to the extent possible. The studies carried out are

descriptive and exploratory in nature.

3.10.3 DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE OF THE STUDY AREA

3.10.3.1Population Profile

The study area comprises of 102 villages of Sawaimadhopur Tehsil in the 10km

periphery of the study area. The total population of the buffer zone is 1,87,295

accommodating in households 35,688 with an average households size of approx. 5

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3.10.3.2Gender Distribution in the Buffer Zone

The males in the study area constitute 52.61% and females constitute 47.39%. The

gender ratio of the study area is 901 per thousand male, is poor as compared to the

district Sawaimadhopur (897) but a little pleasant to state of Rajasthan (928) according

to the Census of India, 2011.

3.10.3.3Literacy Profile in Buffer Zone

The average literacy rate of the study area is 50.68% as per Census of India, 2011. The

male literacy is 66.23% with respect to male population and the female literacy is

33.41% with respect to female population. The literacy gap between male & female is

approx. 32.82%. There are 49.32% people in our study area is illiterate.





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Table No. 3.26: Demographic Profile of the Study Area

S.

No.

Village Household Population Literacy Main Worker Marginal Worker Non-worker

Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female

1 Adalwara Khurd 105 431 236 195 241 181 60 179 85 94 75 37 38 177 114 63

2 Ajnoti 308 1670 902 768 942 652 290 307 225 82 519 203 316 844 474 370

3 Badolas 363 1907 1044 863 924 687 237 858 464 394 134 39 95 915 541 374

4 Baloli 139 708 381 327 357 246 111 226 150 76 132 19 113 350 212 138

5 Bandha 544 2784 1470 1314 1319 944 375 968 551 417 328 160 168 1488 759 729

6 Banota 301 1608 829 779 852 606 246 284 273 11 538 109 429 786 447 339

7 Baragaon @ Kahar 307 1488 789 699 802 558 244 469 331 138 366 113 253 653 345 308

8 Barh Bichchhi

Dona 54 319 167 152 173 116 57 36 35 1 132 57 75 151 75 76

9 Barh Biloli 210 1101 565 536 490 356 134 236 230 6 214 37 177 651 298 353

10 Barodiya 87 431 226 205 285 172 113 172 99 73 28 6 22 231 121 110

11 Baso Kalan 156 722 416 306 425 307 118 361 205 156 53 28 25 308 183 125

12 Baso Khurd 239 975 542 433 488 345 143 510 276 234 24 9 15 441 257 184

13 Bhagwatgarh 1527 8048 4143 3905 4524 2951 1573 2590 1788 802 682 291 391 4776 2064 2712

14 Bhains Khera 104 636 351 285 372 274 98 137 135 2 169 3 166 330 213 117

15 Bharja Gaddi 134 807 392 415 311 217 94 249 170 79 125 4 121 433 218 215

16 Bharja Nadi 425 2490 1294 1196 1049 750 299 991 553 438 455 138 317 1044 603 441

17 Bharoti 434 2434 1261 1173 1284 847 437 650 499 151 242 52 190 1542 710 832

18 Bhir 46 206 123 83 83 72 11 61 56 5 38 7 31 107 60 47

19 Bhookha 341 1717 922 795 851 621 230 60 54 6 764 370 394 893 498 395

20 Bhoori Pahari 836 3731 2019 1712 1711 1185 526 1290 901 389 640 114 526 1801 1004 797

21 Bichchhi Dona 357 1934 1010 924 982 669 313 166 152 14 779 377 402 989 481 508

22 Biloli Nadi 134 674 367 307 301 231 70 140 136 4 217 35 182 317 196 121

23 Borda 193 1054 572 482 475 358 117 262 247 15 276 4 272 516 321 195

24 Chainpura 279 1389 727 662 663 463 200 688 375 313 101 35 66 600 317 283

25 Chakeri 695 3441 1733 1708 1703 1124 579 960 658 302 842 269 573 1639 806 833

26 Chandnoli 334 1755 930 825 832 596 236 297 277 20 369 118 251 1089 535 554

27 Dahakwa 623 3095 1618 1477 1447 1063 384 1510 753 757 208 57 151 1377 808 569

28 Dehlod 135 790 408 382 412 266 146 295 154 141 152 89 63 343 165 178

29 Deopura 36 202 110 92 110 81 29 88 42 46 4 2 2 110 66 44





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30 Dhanoli 488 2465 1286 1179 1179 858 321 928 537 391 84 62 22 1453 687 766

31 Dhoonda 110 598 326 272 247 188 59 168 135 33 231 60 171 199 131 68

32 Didwara 115 612 314 298 318 219 99 301 163 138 32 5 27 279 146 133

33 Diwara 301 1539 807 732 755 521 234 663 358 305 80 29 51 796 420 376

34 Dobra Kalan 331 2008 992 1016 1061 700 361 185 151 34 733 322 411 1090 519 571

35 Donaycha 418 2304 1214 1090 1097 813 284 315 307 8 940 334 606 1049 573 476

36 Doongri 458 2236 1215 1021 1140 776 364 777 554 223 440 82 358 1019 579 440

37 Dubbi Khurd 154 650 349 301 315 234 81 294 150 144 47 9 38 309 190 119

38 Endwa 560 2530 1302 1228 1302 899 403 968 534 434 377 194 183 1185 574 611

39 Gambhira 549 2678 1399 1279 1273 934 339 877 648 229 437 39 398 1364 712 652

40 Garhi 73 258 135 123 122 72 50 134 75 59 1 0 1 123 60 63

41 Girdharpura 274 1296 667 629 666 453 213 369 288 81 280 33 247 647 346 301

42 Gojari 156 795 411 384 362 249 113 221 148 73 79 36 43 495 227 268

43 Gongor 300 1740 869 871 889 605 284 568 289 279 234 119 115 938 461 477

44 Gothra 96 404 210 194 184 141 43 236 111 125 1 0 1 167 99 68

45 Hanotya 1 2 2 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0

46 Hingoni 159 679 361 318 448 272 176 257 145 112 85 29 56 337 187 150

47 Jarawata 371 2055 1076 979 1132 731 401 622 480 142 457 76 381 976 520 456

48 Jharoda 184 891 468 423 464 299 165 330 215 115 73 24 49 488 229 259

49 Kachnari 37 151 80 71 56 35 21 89 44 45 4 2 2 58 34 24

50 Kanseer 246 1408 718 690 677 497 180 584 293 291 75 46 29 749 379 370

51 Kathooli @

Dhanaycha 62 307 174 133 162 103 59 36 25 11 120 65 55 151 84 67

52 Khat Kalan 365 1981 1069 912 1060 722 338 550 416 134 437 63 374 994 590 404

53 Khat Khurd 109 576 313 263 281 221 60 205 111 94 129 56 73 242 146 96

54 Khatkar 111 483 267 216 170 131 39 258 147 111 31 11 20 194 109 85

55 Khidarpur Jadon 336 1695 954 741 819 588 231 905 500 405 34 17 17 756 437 319

56 Khirni 2182 12358 6398 5960 6520 4198 2322 3051 2304 747 1830 705 1125 7477 3389 4088

57 Koshali 154 705 368 337 338 238 100 368 181 187 14 3 11 323 184 139

58 Kothali 172 916 476 440 412 276 136 197 191 6 275 43 232 444 242 202

59 Kundera 934 5076 2683 2393 2822 1847 975 1471 1073 398 496 270 226 3109 1340 1769

60 Kundli Nadi 337 1888 975 913 905 637 268 430 354 76 451 88 363 1007 533 474

61 Lorwara 596 2755 1447 1308 1505 1059 446 841 608 233 697 186 511 1217 653 564





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62 Maheshra 242 1268 671 597 629 437 192 346 252 94 100 73 27 822 346 476

63 Mahu 252 1357 701 656 732 512 220 249 221 28 358 72 286 750 408 342

64 Maidpura 105 605 336 269 265 203 62 199 124 75 86 39 47 320 173 147

65 Makholi 291 1701 874 827 883 610 273 270 247 23 515 158 357 916 469 447

66 Malarna Chaur 1347 7667 4038 3629 4538 2972 1566 2233 1431 802 813 362 451 4621 2245 2376

67 Malarna Doongar 2295 12809 6788 6021 6833 4403 2430 3029 2552 477 1338 522 816 8442 3714 4728

68 Manoli 212 1114 600 514 633 453 180 560 290 270 22 6 16 532 304 228

69 Manpur 87 402 228 174 200 151 49 207 123 84 1 1 0 194 104 90

70 Menpura 438 2197 1134 1063 1333 895 438 737 466 271 451 175 276 1009 493 516

71 Mor Doongri 40 191 102 89 88 60 28 99 55 44 21 10 11 71 37 34

72 Nahri Khurd With

Jharkund 138 630 344 286 340 235 105 203 164 39 9 5 4 418 175 243

73 Needarda 237 1226 659 567 687 511 176 564 274 290 33 17 16 629 368 261

74 Neemod 309 1688 876 812 1026 649 377 761 395 366 136 41 95 791 440 351

75 Niwadi 241 1172 614 558 567 394 173 462 230 232 13 12 1 697 372 325

76 Olwara 426 1914 1006 908 961 669 292 452 356 96 285 115 170 1177 535 642

77 Padana 447 2161 1181 980 1070 758 312 1071 564 507 69 31 38 1021 586 435

78 Padra Bardar 211 931 498 433 451 297 154 269 201 68 206 50 156 456 247 209

79 Padra Nizamat 28 116 68 48 38 33 5 11 7 4 60 34 26 45 27 18

80 Paniyala 178 909 482 427 463 319 144 238 235 3 6 3 3 665 244 421

81 Peelwa Nadi 564 3329 1731 1598 1310 951 359 477 454 23 924 312 612 1928 965 963

82 Peepalwara 335 1762 925 837 855 600 255 842 424 418 9 4 5 911 497 414

83 Phoosoda 187 1161 605 556 589 392 197 226 213 13 195 67 128 740 325 415

84 Raghuwanti 203 1207 605 602 539 387 152 479 301 178 208 32 176 520 272 248

85 Rahitha Kalan 164 936 517 419 517 383 134 438 219 219 12 2 10 486 296 190

86 Rahitha Khurd 215 1138 618 520 417 338 79 297 187 110 384 141 243 457 290 167

87 Ranwal 600 2769 1455 1314 1315 965 350 1412 705 707 98 28 70 1259 722 537

88 Rasoolpura 116 645 332 313 285 206 79 151 151 0 11 5 6 483 176 307

89 Rewatpura 106 482 250 232 197 132 65 242 139 103 2 0 2 238 111 127

90 Sangarwasa 212 925 483 442 502 332 170 48 37 11 369 201 168 508 245 263

91 Sanwata 505 1825 982 843 747 539 208 751 395 356 266 130 136 808 457 351

92 Seloo 388 2400 1249 1151 1201 849 352 648 541 107 508 79 429 1244 629 615

93 Sesa 773 3936 2045 1891 1558 1167 391 1262 795 467 705 169 536 1969 1081 888





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94 Shyamoli 244 1173 673 500 457 349 108 330 320 10 343 57 286 500 296 204

95 Shyampura 954 4845 2511 2334 2420 1677 743 2090 1155 935 575 205 370 2180 1151 1029

96 Sinoli 359 1632 853 779 878 620 258 435 372 63 464 78 386 733 403 330

97 Sirohi 160 723 390 333 342 261 81 202 199 3 178 2 176 343 189 154

98 Soorwal 1335 8813 4668 4145 4553 3141 1412 2375 1631 744 1406 520 886 5032 2517 2515

99 Talra 179 833 454 379 411 280 131 249 225 24 172 18 154 412 211 201

100 Taranpur 219 1215 645 570 643 435 208 329 238 91 203 44 159 683 363 320

101 Torda 49 268 137 131 121 71 50 152 72 80 7 1 6 109 64 45

102 Trilokpura 112 634 332 302 236 171 65 141 118 23 39 31 8 454 183 271

Total 35688 18729

5

9853

2 88763

9492

0

6526

2 29658

5777

5

3848

8 19287

2941

1 9643 19768 100109 50401 49708

(Source: Census of India, 2011)





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3.10.3.4Occupational Structure in Buffer Zone

Occupational structure of the workforce indicates the economic activity of the region.

The occupational patterns include cultivators, agricultural labourers, and household

industry workers. The work participation rate is 46.55% in which males are 48.85% with

respect to the male population and females are 44.00% with respect to the female

population.

3.10.4 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SURVEY

a) Methodology

The information analyzed for the project has been supported by the extensive site

visits and field observations.

b) Sampling Method

The Social impact assessment is conducted on a target sample; target samples of

people were interviewed selected on the basis of non probability sampling with

access to the nearest habitation to the extent possible. The basis of sample selection

was the nearest habitation to the extent possible from the river bed.

3.10.5 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

a) Educational Facilities

Due to the mining activities in the area, the educational institutions have also come up.

Most of the villages have a Primary School. Following educational institutions have

been observed during site visit:

i. Rajiv Gandhi Pathsala, Jarawata, 0.33 km. (S).

ii. Government Middle School, Jarawata, 0.90 km. (S).

iii. Government Secondary School, Dubbi, 1.23 km. (SW).

iv. Gramin Mahila Vidyapith, Mainpura, 5.47 km. (SSW)

v. Government School, Khirni, 5.43 km. (N).

b) Religious Places

There are following temples and masques are found in the study area:

i. Thakur ji ka Mandir, Dubbi Banas, 1.2 km. (SW).

ii. Edgah, Malrana Dungar, 9.3 km. (N)

c) Medical Facilities

Following medical facilities are available in the study area:

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d) Communication and Post Office

Public telephone booths are available in most of the surrounding villages. Nearly every

home has telephone and mobile facility. Sub-post office Dubbi Banas 1.17 km. (SSW),

Malrana Dungar, 9.3 km. (N) and Head Post Office Sawai Madhopur 17.30 km. (S) is

available.

e) Others

Wells, tabs and hand pumps are sources of drinking water and other domestic

consumption. Malrana Dungar (8.0 Km, N) is the nearest Town and Sawai Madhopur

(18.0 km., S) is the nearest City from the core zone. Malrana (3.4 Km, N) is the

nearest Railway Station and Jaipur (91.0 km. NE) is the nearest Air Port from the core

zone.

3.10.6 SOCIAL OBSERVATION IN THE STUDY AREA OF THE MINE

� Girl child education is predominantly promoted in the region and is good.

� Personal hygiene and awareness of cleanliness is good.

� Public toilets are missing in public places.

� Animal health care, mainly cattle, improves and keeps up the human health care.

� Government run health programmes are organized in the villages falling in the study

are.

� Average income in the villages of the study area is between 10,000 to 15,000, per

month where in both husbands and wives earn together. Rs. 5000 – 6000 monthly

expenditure is on food and groceries as one sack of wheat costs Rs. 1600/-. Clothing

is second and medicines are major expenses; hence no saving can be done.

� Electricity supply is available.

� Television and FM radio is the medium of mass communication.

3.10.7 CONCERNED ISSUES IN THE REGION

� Promotion of education among girl students and women are required.

� Job opportunities are limited and bellow standards of living. Women related job works

will encourage status of decision making among them.

� Malnutrition is one of the major bottom line concerns in the villages.

The survey revealed that people appreciated the contribution of the proposed mine in village,

directly in the form of employment and also for various social welfare activities funded through

the Gram Panchayat and Corporation sustainable developments.

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PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE SECTION – IV– ANTICIAPTED ENVIRONMENTAL

APPLICANT:- MANJEET CHAWALA IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES



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SECTION – IV

INDEX

4.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................... 112

4.2 LAND ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 112

4.2.1 SOURCE ..................................................................................................... 112

4.2.2 IMPACT PREDICTION & MITIGATION MEASURES ................................. 112

4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................ 113

4.4 AIR ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................... 114

4.4.1 AIR QUALITY IMPACT PREDICTIONS (AQIP) ......................................... 114

4.4.2 DETAILS OF EMISSIONS .......................................................................... 114

Details of Emissions: ........................................................................................... 114

Table 4.4.2.1 Predicted 24-Hourly Short Term Incremental Concentrations ..... 117

4.5 NOISE ENVIRONMENT .............................................................................. 122

4.5.1 SOURCE ..................................................................................................... 122

4.5.2 IMPACT PREDICTION ................................................................................ 122

4.5.3 MITIGATION MEASURES .......................................................................... 123

4.6 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT ................................................................... 124

4.7 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT ......................................................... 125

4.7.1 SOURCES ................................................................................................... 125

4.7.2 IMPACT AND MITIGATION MEASURES ................................................... 125





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4.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND MITIGATION

MEASURES

4.1 GENERAL

Depending on the nature of activities and baseline environment status, the impacts were

assessed. The following parameters are of significance in the Environmental Impact

Assessment and are being discussed in detail:-

1. Land Environment

2. Water Environment

3. Air Environment

4. Noise Environment

5. Biological Environment

6. Socio-Economic Environment

4.2 LAND ENVIRONMENT

4.2.1 SOURCE

The river bed mining does not involve any overburden/ waste. Thus, no waste dump

sites are needed. Main aspects are excavation, loading & transportation activities.

4.2.2 IMPACT PREDICTION & MITIGATION MEASURES

Impact Mitigation Measures

� Obstruction in river flow/ course.

� Erosion of channel bed and banks.

� Increase in channel slope.

� Change in channel morphology.

� Impact on stream’s physical

characteristics, such as channel

geometry, bed elevation in stream

roughness of the bed, flow velocity,

discharge capacity, sediment

transportation capacity etc.

� Impact on ecological equilibrium of

riverine regime.

� Mining of minerals will be started from dip side towards rise at the

centre and also laterally in 1.0m slice. Unwanted material or spillage

(if any) will not be stacked by the side of the excavation voids

created. Excavation will be carried out in a manner so that water flow/

course will not be obstructed.

� Mining is to be done leaving safety barrier or offset on both sides and

maximum barrier should be on concave side of river preferably the

flow channel (excavation void created) should be kept straight so as

to help avoid erosion as side cutting or collapsing.

� Safety Zone or Buffer area will be created from the river banks to

minimize the slope instability & erosion and to increase the stability of

structures. These safety zones will not be mined out.

� Quantities will be strictly limited so that sand accumulation rates are

sufficient to avoid extended impacts on channel morphology.

� Mining will be carried out as per approved Mine Plan in scientific and

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� Sand mining will be restricted down to 3.0m below river bed or 1.0m

above the ground water table, whichever less. Therefore, the mining

will not intersect the ground water table.

� Loss of aquatic habitat is minimized because the river bed mining will

be carried only in dry bed which will not disturb the riverine

ecosystem.

� The mine working will remain confined to river bed only and in no

case mining will disturb any surface area outside the river bed which

may affect topography or drainage.

� The mining from river bed will not have any impact on natural

drainage of surrounding area as the excavated sand from river bed is

filled with first heavy flow in river during monsoon season

4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT


Flow pattern might be changed due to

river bed mining.

By mining activities depth will be

increased which may increase the flow

velocity.

� No diversion is proposed. There will not be any adverse impact on

flow pattern, surface hydrology and ground water regime.

� Mining activities will be restricted to 3.0m depth, which will not

cause much change in flow pattern of the river.

� An offset of 20m will be left from both sides of river, which will

minimize the chances of bank failure.

Change in surface water quality and

ground water quality

� There is no change in surface water quality as river is seasonal.

� Ground water quality will not be affected due to mining activities

as it is restricted to 3.0m depth and the water level is 8.0m below

the surface of river bed.

� A safety zone of 45m around the wells will be created and it will

be left un-mined.

� The mining will not be allowed below the water table.

� Regular monitoring of water samples will be done as

precautionary measures.

Impact on Ground water recharge

potential as the thickness of the natural

filter materials (sediments) is reduce

causing less infiltration.

� The depth of mining in the river bed should not exceed up to 3.0m

depth or water level whichever is less.

� Mining will be done as per approved Mining Plan and applicable

Rule & Regulation, so that there is no damage on ground water

recharge potential due to sand mining.

Waste Water Discharge � Portable toilets will be used; hence no sewage/ liquid effluent will

be generated. Hence, contamination is not expected due to

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4.4 AIR ENVIRONMENT

4.4.1 AIR QUALITY IMPACT PREDICTIONS (AQIP)

The major sources of air pollution from the mine are dust generation due to loading &

transportation of mineral and wind erosion of exposed material. In this present study,

United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA – 42 series) approved

mathematical equations, have been used to predict emission rates for different

operations in mining including the mineral transportation.

4.4.2 DETAILS OF EMISSIONS

The sources of pollutants were identified. Mineral excavation was identified as area

source emission, loading and unloading of minerals as point source and transportation

routes were identified as line source. Appropriate mathematical equations will be used to

calculate the emission rates for the various mining operations. Due to low sulphur

content in diesel and petrol, the SO2 emission due to vehicular movements was not

considered.

DETAILS OF EMISSIONS:

A. Area source emission – Mineral Excavation

Particulars SPM PM10 PM2.5

Quantity, TPA 22,40,000 (11,20,000 + 5,60,000 + 5,60,000)

Operational Hours per year 3360

Activity rate, t/hr 667 (333 + 167 + 167)

USEPA Emission Equation in lb/hr 78.4 (s)1.2 / (M)1.3 0.75[18.6 (s)1.5 /

(M)1.4]

0.022[78.4 (s)1.2 / (M)1.3

]

Emission of dust, g/sec 7.845 2.2117 0.17259

Uncontrolled Emission rate, g/s/m2

Block A 0.0000294 0.0000083 0.000000647

Block B 0.00005885 0.0000166 0.00000129

Block C 0.00005885 0.0000166 0.00000129

Controlled Emission rate, g/s/m2

Block A 0.00000294 0.00000083 0.0000000647

Block B 0.000005885 0.00000166 0.000000129

Block C 0.000005885 0.00000166 0.000000129





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B. Loading of Mineral

Particulars SPM PM10 PM2.5

Quantity, TPA 22,40,000 (11,20,000 + 5,60,000 + 5,60,000)

Operational Hours per year 3360

Activity rate, t/hr 667 (333 + 167 + 167)

USEPA Emission Equation in

lb/ton

1.16 / (M)1.2 0.75[0.119 / (M)0.9

]

0.019[ 1.16 /

(M)1.2 ]

Emission of dust, g/sec

Block A 3.07 0.471 0.05833

Block B 1.539 0.2364 0.02924

Block C 1.539 0.2364 0.02924

Uncontrolled Emission rate, g/s/m2

Block A 0.00307 0.000471 0.00005833

Block B 0.001539 0.0002364 0.00002924

Block C 0.001539 0.0002364 0.00002924

Controlled Emission rate, g/s/m2

Block A 0.0001079 0.0000471 0.000005833

Block B 0.0000765 0.00002364 0.000002924

Block C 0.0000461 0.00002364 0.000002924

C. Haulage Emissions (Unpaved) – Transport of mineral from Working Pit to

tarred / village road

Particulars PM10 PM2.5

Quantity, TPA 22,40,000 (11,20,000 + 5,60,000 + 5,60,000)

Operational hours per day 12

Capacity of each truck 20 T

Total number of trips per day 400 (200 + 100 + 100)

Lead length per trip, km 3 (two way) 3 (two way)

USEPA Emission Equation, lb/VMT [(k) x [(s/12)^0.9] x [(W/3)^0.45] ]((365-p)/365))

Uncontrolled Emission rate, g/sec/m





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Block A 0.00556 0.000556

Block B 0.00294 0.000294

Block C 0.00294 0.000294

Controlled emission rate, g/sec/m

Block A 0.00224 0.000224

Block B 0.001176 0.0001176

Block C 0.001176 0.0001176

D. Haulage Emissions (Paved) – Transport of mineral from village road to end use

Particulars PM10 PM2.5

Quantity, TPA 22,40,000 (11,20,000 + 5,60,000 + 5,60,000)

Operational hours per day 12

Capacity of each truck 20 T

Total number of trips per day 400 (200 + 100 + 100)

Length per trip, km 40 40

USEPA Emission Equation, lb/VMT [[(k) x [(sL/2)^0.65] x [(W/3)^1.5]] - C]((1- (p/1460))

Emission, kg/VKmT 0.0552 0.0081

Emission rate, g/sec/m 0.000521 0.0000765

Note: Emission factor computed based on silt content of 10 % and moisture content of 10%

4.4.2 AIR QUALITY MODELLING

In order to predict the particulate and gaseous emissions, AERMOD View Version 7.1.0

was used to predict changes in air quality i.e., maximum ground level concentration

(GLC’s) of PM10, PM2.5, NOx and CO due to the proposed mining activity. The inputs

required for the model is:

• Hourly meteorological data

• Source data

• Receptor data

• Programme control parameters

The GLC’s were predicted for the scenario, with EMP in the mine.

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The ground level concentrations are computed for 24-hr average. The maximum

ground level concentrations of PM10, PM2.5, NOx and CO from the different mining

activities for study period with EMP are given in table 4.4.2.1 and were observed to

be 15.3 µg/m3, 7.3 µg/m3, 12.6 µg/m3 and 6.3 µg/m3 respectively. The maximum

GLC’s were falling within the pit area/lease area for the given meteorological and

topographical conditions.

Table 4.4.2.1 Predicted 24-Hourly Short Term Incremental Concentrations

Pollutant Maximum Incremental GLC’s, µg/m3

PM10 15.3

PM2.5 7.3

NOx 12.6

CO 6.3

The combined impact on ambient air quality at different locations within the study area

due to the proposed mining based on the model output for PM10 & PM2.5, NOx and CO

for the study period is given in table 4.4.2.2 below. The isopleths of the same are given

in Figures 4.4.2.1 to 4.4.2.4 respectively.

Table 4.4.2.2 Total expected ground level concentrations at different locations in the

study area for study period (post-monsoon season)

Location Ground Level Concentrations of PM10 in µµµµg/m3

Predicted Background (Max.) Total Expected CPCB Standard

Dubbi Banas 1.7 48.9 50.6 100

Biloli 0 69.3 69.3 100

Niwari 0.8 54.8 55.6 100

Dahlop 1.7 68.9 70.6 100

Dobra 1.7 56.2 57.9 100

Location Ground Level Concentrations of PM2.5 in µµµµg/m3


Dubbi Banas 0.8 24.9 25.7 60

Biloli 0 35.9 35.9 60

Niwari 0.4 28.1 28.5 60

Dahlop 0.8 34.8 35.6 60

Dobra 0.8 28.9 29.7 60





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Location Ground Level Concentrations of NOx in µµµµg/m3


Dubbi Banas 1.5 13.1 14.6 80

Biloli 0 23.8 23.8 80

Niwari 0.7 19.6 17.3 80

Dahlop 1.5 17.2 18.7 80

Dobra 2.8 15.2 18 80

Location Ground Level Concentrations of CO in µµµµg/m3


Dubbi Banas 0.7 652 653 2000

Biloli 0 989 989 2000

Niwari 0.4 954 954 2000

Dahlop 0.7 985 986 2000

Dobra 1.4 736 737 2000

It is seen from the above table, the GLC’s obtained at various locations for the study

period are well within the CPCB standards (dated 18th November, 2009).

From the above it could be clearly seen that due effective implementation of

various control measures as discussed in the proposed mine, there will not be

any significant impact on the ambient air quality in the region.





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Fig 4.4.2.1: Isopleths showing predicted incremental GLC’s of PM10 for the study

period





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Fig 4.4.2.2: Isopleths showing predicted incremental GLC’s of PM2.5 for the study

period





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Fig 4.4.2.3: Isopleths showing predicted incremental GLC’s of NOx for the study

period





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Fig 4.4.2.4: Isopleths showing predicted incremental GLC’s of CO for the study period

4.5 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

4.5.1 SOURCE

Main noise generating sources are operation of mining equipments and movements of

vehicles. Transportation activities are the main source of noise production.

4.5.2 IMPACT PREDICTION

To understand the combined effect of these noise levels on the nearby community,

Custic 3.2 (Lakes Environmental – USEPA approved) scientific model has been used to

estimate the noise levels at different distances from the proposed mine site. All the major

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in this model. The noise level at various locations due to different sources is calculated

based on the following formula:

Lp2 = Lp1 – 20 log (r2 / r1) – Ae1, 2

Where, Lp1 and Lp2 - Sound Levels at points located at distance r1 / r2 from the source

Ae1,2 - Excess Attenuation due to Environmental Conditions.

Combined effects from different sources at various locations are then computed by the

following equation:

Lp (total) = 10 log (10 Lpx/10 + 10 Lpy/10 +10 Lpz/10))

Where, Lpx, Lpy, Lpz are noise pressure levels at a point due to different sources.

The predicted noise levels based on the above analysis in the nearby villages,

considering that there is no attenuation on account of barriers or green belt/plantation

will be as follows:-

Table 4.3: Cumulative Noise Level due to Various Noise Generating Sources

[All values in dB(A)]

LOCATION MAX.EXISTING

Leq (day)

PREDICTED RESULTANT

MAX

CPCB Standard,

Leq(day)

Dubbi Banas 53.4 38.1 53.5 55

Biloli 51.9 35 52 55

Niwari 53.7 35 53.7 55

Dahlop 53.4 35 53.4 55

Dobra 54.9 38.1 55 55

All values are in db(A)

From the above, it is clearly seen that there will be no significant impact on the

surrounding community due to noise from the proposed activity.

Further due to natural attenuation effects, by proper green belt development, design /

maintenance of machines, etc., the impact on noise levels will be minimal.

4.5.3 MITIGATION MEASURES


� Noise impact due to mining

activities

� Noise impact due to vehicular

movement

� Auditory impact

� The noise levels from all these sources are periodical and restricted to

particular operation.

� The noise measurement data indicated that present noise levels in the

study area is within the permissible limits of National Ambient Noise

Quality Standards.

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� No other equipments except the transportation vehicles and excavator for

loading will be allowed.

� Noise generated by these equipments will be intermittent and does not

cause much adverse impact.

� Proper maintenance of all equipments/ machines will be carried out which

help in reducing noise during operations.

� Plantation will be taken up along the approach roads and vicinity of river

bank. The plantation minimizes propagation of noise and also arrests dust.

� Ear muffs will be provided while working on mining equipments.

� Regular health checkups will be conducted for any such health

implications.

4.6 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

S. No. Issues Potential Primary Impacts Management

1. Temporary

Road

� Short-term disturbance of habitats

disturbance of wildlife populations from

noise (impacts usually local and short-

term

� Do not cut trees that are larger in diameter

than local regulations permit, or in the absence

of regulations, greater than 90 cm.

� Minimize clearing of vegetation. Leave in place

smaller vegetation, topsoil, root stock, seeds

and endangered or protected species and

species used by local communities for

commercial or subsistence use.

2. Infrastructure � Erosion and changes in surface

hydrology

� Vegetation cleared, disturbing local

habitats

� “Minimize the footprint.” Use existing

infrastructure to the extent possible to avoid or

reduce clearing.

� In clearing vegetation, use hand-cutting

techniques to the extent possible, thereby

avoiding the use of heavy machinery.

3. Drainage � Erosion and changes in surface

hydrology, causing short- and possible

long-term changes in local habitats.

� Take topography, natural drainage and site

runoff patterns into account. Ensure adequate

drainage away from streams, rivers and other

waterways.

4. Erosion

(topsoil loss)

� Impedes ability of habitats to

revegetate, causing possible long-term

damage to affected area

� Siltation of waterways, with negative

impacts on surrounding environments.

� Take topography, natural drainage and site

runoff patterns into account.

� Ensure adequate drainage.

� Stabilize all slopes, revegetating with native

species to reduce/avoid erosion.

� Break-up compacted surfaces and replace

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5. Traffic � Short-term disturbance of habitats from

traffic; short-term disturbance of wildlife

populations from noise

� Compaction of soils and changes in

surface hydrology

� Killing of local wildlife

� Keep traffic to the absolute minimum

requirements for operations.

� Impose and enforce speed limits and provide

driving guidelines for vehicle operators.

� Treat (water) road surfaces to manage dust.

� Allow only authorized employee access to

site(s) transportation.

Detailed report of biological study is enclosed as Annexure – XV.

4.7 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

4.7.1 SOURCES

� Community Demographics

� Improvement in economic profile (Direct and Indirect employment);

� Health Implications;

� Culture and Religion;

� Self –respect and esteem.

4.7.2 IMPACT AND MITIGATION MEASURES

S. No. Aspects Impacts Mitigation Measures

1. Habitation � No loss of habitation. � The nearest habitation is beyond 1.0km.

� All necessary measures are being taken,

so that there is no disturbance to the

normal life of persons.

2. Employment Generation � Direct employment to 76 persons.

� Indirect employment to about 20

persons.

� Income generation of about Rs.

42.34# lacs per annum.

� Improved income–expenditure

� Improved micro investments -

savings patterns.

� Local people will be employed.

� Training will be provided to non workers

and unskilled workers.

� Awareness programme to motivate

people for savings and investment.

#: Proposed manpower [76] * [199] (Calculated at the minimum wage rate per day of semi-skilled, Raj) 280 (approx.

working days) = Rs. 42,34,720/-

3. Health Implications � No health related problems were

reported during the primary

survey.

� No significant health implications

to the workers due to mining

activities

� Regular health camps will be organized

for the local people.

� Adequate number of medical facilities are

situated

There is Government and private hospitals

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� No sensitive population in the

core zone as well as around 1.0

km from the lease area.

villagers in the area have an easy access (at

nominal charges) to the medical and health

centers.

i. Government Hospital, Khirni, 5.26 km.

(NNW).

5. Health impacts – on

mental, physical, and

social well being.

The proposed project will not

adversely impact the mental,

physical and social well being. It will

improve the well being of the people

and the area.

Expectations in fair pay, employee care,

social responsibility commitments etc. will be

timely met. Greivance redressal mechanism

is made to handle complaints from the study

area.

6. Loss/gain of self esteem

Less developed areas

like The local residents

have high self esteem

due to the bajri mine and

associated economic

growth in the region.

A rise in the self esteem due to

incresing rate of economic growth in

the region. Higher degree of self

satisfation and contentment.

Imigration in search of employment will be

controlled.

7. Loss/gain of view by

study area inhabitants

The project concerned is open cast

mine.

Plantation will be done, Cleanliness will be

maintained in and around the mine

premises.

8. Loss/ gain of culture and

religion: It is clearly stated

in as per the Human

Rights, that the obligation

of States is to promote

universal respect for, and

observance of, culture &

religion.

The proposed project a private

sector bajri mine and will follow

universal respect for, and

observance and protection of,

human rights and fundamental

freedoms for all.

The proposed project will promote neither

selective, nor relative, but universal respect

through contribution in various festivities,

equal observance and protection among

employees and societies at large in all CSR

activities.

CSR BENEFITS

9. The proposed project is a

river bed bajri mine and is

providing to their

employees all basic

facilities.

The mine will promote girl child

education, women empowerment,

scholarship to encourage the

student and give donation to built

toilet for sanitation. Community

development will be designed and

programmed by engaging with the

Panchayats and local authorities.

The mine will give boost to local population.

Monetary gains, education, health,

sanitation, water conservation, plantation

and improvement in general environment will

lead to positive growth.

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SECTION - V

INDEX

5.1 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................... 128

5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND REPORTING PROCEDURE ...... 128

5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL ................................................... 128

5.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SCHEDULE ........................................ 130

5.4.1 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE .............. 131

5.4.2 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING OPERATIONAL PHASE ................. 131

5.5 MONITORING METHODS .......................................................................... 131

5.5.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING .................................................... 131

5.5.1.1 .................................................................................... Workspace Monitoring

131

5.5.1.2 ..................................................................... Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

131

5.5.2 MONITORING OF WATER QUALITY ........................................................ 132

5.5.2.1 ...........................................................................Monitoring of Ground Water

132

5.5.2.2 .......................................................................... Monitoring of Surface Water

132

5.5.3 MONITORING NOISE LEVELS .................................................................. 132

5.6 REPORTING SCHEDULES OF THE REPORTING DATA ......................... 132

5.7 CONCLUSION ............................................................................................ 132





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5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

5.1 INTRODUCTION

Regular monitoring of environmental parameters is of immense importance to assess

the status of environment during project operation. The knowledge of baseline

conditions, the monitoring programme will serve as an indicator for any deterotriation in

environmental conditions due to operation of the project, to enable taking up suitable

mitigatory steps in time to safeguard the environment. Monitoring is an important as that

of control of pollution since the efficiency of control measures can only be determined by

monitoring.

An impact assessment study is carried over short period of time and the data cannot

bring out all variations induced by the natural or human activities. Therefore, regular

monitoring programme of the environmental parameters is essential to take into

account the changes in the environmental quality.

5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND REPORTING PROCEDURE

Monitoring will conform that commitments are being met. This may take the form of

direct measurement and recording of quantitative information, such as amount and

concentrations of discharges. The objectives of the monitoring are:-

� Very effectiveness of planning decisions;

� Measure effectiveness of operational procedures;

� Conform statutory and corporate compliance; and

� Identify unexpected changes.

5.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL

As a part of environmental monitoring programme an environmental monitoring cell will

be established for monitoring of important and crucial environmental parameters which

are of immense importance to assess the status of environment during mine operation.

With the knowledge of initial parameters, deviations in environmental conditions due to

operation of the mine will be assessed and suitable mitigation steps will be taken to

safeguard the environment. The routine monitoring program will be implemented under

the project monitoring as per CPCB guidelines.

The core responsibilities of the environmental monitoring cell will be:-

� The organization and interpretation of the environmental monitoring data to establish

a record of change associated with the implementation of a project or the operation

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� The process of verification that all or selected parameters measured by

environmental monitoring programme are in compliance with regulatory

requirements, internal policies and standards, and established environmental quality

performance limits.

� The comparison of project impact predictions with actual impacts for the purpose of

assessing the accuracy of predictions.

� The assessment of the effectiveness of the environmental management system,

practices and procedures.

� The environmental monitoring ad audit work will be carried out by qualified

personnel.

� A summary of non-compliance of the environmental quality performance limits.

� To implement and monitor the control and protective measures based on the EMP.

� To coordinate the environment related activities to the top management within as

well as with outside concerned agencies.

� To provide of health check up of workers and the people living in nearby villages.

� To develop greenbelt in the nearby villages, schools, Govt. offices and transportation

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Figure 5.0: Environmental Monitoring Cell

5.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING SCHEDULE

Environmental monitoring schedules will be prepared covering various phases of project

advancement, such as constructional and regular operational phase.

Table 5.0: Environmental Monitoring Programme

S.

No.

Potential

Impact

Monitoring

Parameters

Monitoring Frequency Location

1. Air

Emission

PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX

and CO

As per CPCB / RSPCB requirement i.e.

24 hourly monitoring for one month in

each season except monsoon season.

One location

inside and four

outside

2. Noise Spot Noise level

recording

Leq (day), Leq (night),

Leq (dn)

Periodic / As per RSPCB norms i.e.

quarterly

One location

inside and four

outside

3. Water

Quality

As per drinking water

standards

Four times in a Year One location

inside and four

ENVIRONMETAL MONITORING CELL

Air, Noise and Water Environment

Monitoring Locations

Selection of Parameters

Selection of Monitoring System

Equipment Specifications

Frequency Sampling

Analysis Methodology

Statistical Analysis of Results

Comparison with Standards

Adoption of Additional Mitigation

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outside

4. Health Total health

parameters

Initial Medical Examination (IME) and

Periodic Medical Examination – Once

in a five year as per Mines Rules, 1955.

All employees

5.4.1 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE

As the project is new and the working period will be only for 5 years, therefore, most of

the infrastructural facilities will be temporary. The project will utilize mobile office room,

temporary rest room, portable toilets etc. Hence nominal impact on the environment due

to construction activity is expected.

5.4.2 MONITORING SCHEDULE DURING OPERATIONAL PHASE

During operational phase, dust will be the main pollutant which arises from different

mining activities.

The major attributes which merit regular monitoring based on the environmental setting

and nature of project activities are listed below:

� Source emission and ambient air quality;

� Ground water levels and ground water quality;

� Water and waste water quality;

� Soil quality;

� Noise levels (equipment and machinery noise levels, occupational exposures and

ambient noise levels); and

� Ecological preservation and afforestation.

5.5 MONITORING METHODS

5.5.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING

5.5.1.1 Workspace Monitoring

The concentration of air borne pollutants in the workspace / work zone environment will

be monitored periodically. If concentrations higher than threshold limit values will be

observed, the source of fugitive emissions will be identified and necessary measures will

be taken as detailed in EMP.

5.5.1.2 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

The ground level concentrations of PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx and CO in the ambient air will

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causes and appropriate actions will be initiated. Greenbelt will be developed for

minimizing dust propagation.

5.5.2 MONITORING OF WATER QUALITY

5.5.2.1 Monitoring of Ground Water

The monitoring of groundwater is the most important tool to find out the depletion/

increase in level of water table. Water table will be monitored at regular interval to check

the behavior pattern of the water table. It is suggested to collect water samples and

analyze. Records of analysis will be maintained.

5.5.2.2 Monitoring of Surface Water

Samples will be collected from well-mixed section of the river (main stream) and will be

analyzed.

5.5.3 MONITORING NOISE LEVELS

Noise levels in the work zone environment shall be monitored. The frequency will be

once in three months in the work zone. Similarly, ambient noise levels near habitations

will also be monitored once in three months. Audiometric tests will be conducted

periodically for the employees working close to the high noise sources.

5.6 REPORTING SCHEDULES OF THE REPORTING DATA

It is proposed that voluntary reporting of environmental performance with reference to

the EMP will be undertaken.

The Environmental Monitoring Cell will co-ordinate all monitoring programmes at site

and data thus generated will be regularly furnished to the State regulatory agencies.

The frequency of reporting will be on six monthly basis to the local state PCB officials

and to the Regional Office of MoEF&CC. The Environmental Audit reports will be

prepared for the entire year of operations and will be regularly submitted to regulatory

authorities.

5.7 CONCLUSION

Post Environmental monitoring is an essential step in the EIA process if the predicted

impacts, the efficiency of mitigation measures and the shortcomings of prediction

methods, measures and even regulations are to be verified and EIA practice improved.

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programs, thus improving establishment of the cause effect relationship and the

reporting and communication of environmental data.

The Environmental Monitoring Cell will co-ordinate all monitoring programmes at site

and data thus generated will be furnished as per statutory requirements. The frequency

of reporting will be on half yearly basis to the Rajasthan State PCB and to Regional

Office of MoE&F, Lucknow. The Environmental audit reports will be prepared for the

entire year of operations and will be regularly submitted to regulatory authorities.

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SECTION - VI

INDEX

6.1 PUBLIC CONSULTATION .................................................................................... 137

6.2 RISK ANALYSIS AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN .................................. 138

6.2.1 RISK ANALYSIS ................................................................................................... 138

6.2.2 RISK PRIORITISATION BASED ON HAZARDS IN BAJRI MINING .................... 138

6.2.3 MITIGATION MEASURES .................................................................................... 138

6.2.3.1 Measures to prevent accidents during loading ................................................. 138

6.2.3.2 Measures to prevent accidents during vehicular movement & transportation139

6.2.3.3 Measures to prevent incidents during Inundation/ Flooding ........................... 139

6.2.3.4 Precautionary Measure for Sudden Release of Water from Upstream Dam ... 140

6.2.3.5 Measures to prevent sudden increase in water level ........................................ 140

6.3 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN ....................................................................... 140

6.4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARDS ................................................................ 140

6.4.1 PHYSICAL HAZRADS DUE TO MINING OPERATIONS ...................................... 141

6.4.2 MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................... 141

6.4.3 MEDICAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULE ................................................................ 142

6.5 REPLENISHMENT STUDY ................................................................................... 143

6.3.1 DANDY - BOLTON EQUATION ............................................................................ 143

6.6 TRAFFIC STUDY .................................................................................................. 146

6.6.1 INDIAN ROAD CONGRESS (IRC) GUIDELINES ................................................. 147

6.6.2 TRAFFIC ANALYSIS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT AS PER IRC GUIDELINES

148

6.4.3 Existing Traffic Level in Nearby Project Site ..................................................... 149

6.4.4 Change in Traffic Scenario due to Proposed Project........................................ 150

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6.7 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) ................................................ 151

6.8.1 IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE .......................................................................... 151

6.8.2 TARGETED VILLAGES ........................................................................................ 151





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6.0 ADDITIONAL STUDIES

6.1 PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Public Hearing was conducted on 17.11.2014, 11:00 AM at Tehsil Office, Tehsil &

District – Sawaimadhopur, Rajasthan as per the guidelines of EIA Notification 14th

September’ 2006 and its subsequent amendments. This meeting was conducted for the

Bajri Mine (Lease Area – 802.38 ha.; Production – 2.24 MMTPA), presided by Sh.

Ishwar Singh Rathore, Additional District Collector; Sawaimadhopur in the presence of

Sh. O. P. Gupta, Regional Officer, Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board, Bharatpur.

Notice for the Public Hearing was published in “Rajasthan Patrika” & “Hindustan Times”

on dated 14.10.2014.

At the start of the Public Hearing, Regional Officer, Bhilwara Sh. O. P. Gupta gave

detailed information regarding the provision, objective and importance of Public Hearing.

He also said that the notice regarding the Public Hearing was issued in two newspapers

one month prior and that publicity regarding the Public Hearing was done by the Project

Proponent in the nearby areas.

On behalf of the applicant Shri Manjeet Chawla, their technical consultant Neha

Bhargava (Enkay Enviro Services Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur) gave detailed information of the Bajri

mine to the people present in the meeting.

Thereafter, the Regional Officer invited the people present in the meeting to give their

suggestion/ objections.

No issues were raised during the public hearing and commitment by the Project

Proponent along with time bound is given below:

Table 6.2: Time Bound Action Plan

Sl. No. Action Plan

Capital Cost (in lacs) Recurring

Cost (in lacs.)

Annual Year I Year II Year III Year IV

Year

V

1. Health Check Up

Camps 2 1 1 0.5 0.5 0.5

2. Surveillance

Programme of the

Workers

2 0.5 0.5 0.25 0.25 0.35

3. Assistance to Local

Schools,

Scholarships to

Students

1 0.5 0.5 0.25 0.25 0.25

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Drinking Water

Facilities

5. Vocational Training

to Persons for

Income Generation

1 0.5 0.5 0.25 0.25 0.25

6. Assistance to Self

Help Groups 1 0.5 0.5 0.25 0.25 0.25

Total 8 3.5 3.5 1.75 1.75 1.85

6.2 RISK ANALYSIS AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

6.2.1 RISK ANALYSIS

Risk analysis is the systematic study of uncertainties and risks encountered in various

areas. Risk analysis seek to identify the risks involved in mining operations, to

understand how and when they arise, and estimate the impact (financial or otherwise) of

adverse outcomes. It also defines and analyzes the dangers to individuals, businesses

and government agencies posed by potential natural and human-caused adverse

events.

6.2.2 RISK PRIORITISATION BASED ON HAZARDS IN BAJRI MINING

Bajri mining is done by open cast semi-mechanized method. Mining is done only within

the allotted river stretch located near revenue villages of Tehsil & District-

Sawaimadhopur, Rajasthan. The lease area is 802.38 ha. There is no land degradation

due to mining activities as mining is done only on river bed surface. There will be no OB

or waste generation as the sand is exposed in the river bed. There will be neither any

stacking of soil nor creation of OB dumps. So, no dumping area as well as stock piling

area is required. Therefore, there is no chance of failure of dumps and no slope failure

due to OB dump and stock piling.

However, there are various factors, which can create unsafe working conditions /

hazards in mining of Bajri (minor minerals) from river bed. The following types of hazards

are identified during the Bajri mining operations:-

1. Accident during sand/mineral loading, transportation and dumping

2. Accident due to vehicular movement

3. Inundation/ Flooding

4. Quick Sand Condition

6.2.3 MITIGATION MEASURES

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The following activities will be done to minimize the risk are:-

a. At the time of loading no person will be there within the swing radius of the

excavator/ JCB.

b. The dumpers/ trucks will stand near the loading equipment and fully braked when the

muck is filled in it.

c. The truck would be brought to a lower level so that the loading operation suits to the

ergonomic condition of the workers.

d. The workers will be provided with gloves and safety shoes during loading.

e. Opening of the side covers (pattas) should be done carefully and with warning to

prevent injury to the loaders.

f. Operations during daylight only.

6.2.3.2 Measures to prevent accidents during vehicular movement & transportation


a. The truck will be covered with tarpaulin and maintained to prevent any spillage.

b. To avoid danger while reversing the trackless vehicles especially at the embankment

and tipping points, all areas for reversing of lorries should be made man free as far

as possible.

c. The vehicles must be maintained in good repairs and checked thoroughly at least

once in a week.

d. All transportation within the main working will be carried out directly under the

supervision and control of the management.

e. Overloading should not be permitted and the maximum permissible speed limit

should be ensured.

f. The truck drivers should have proper driving license.

g. A statutory provision of the fences, constant education, training etc. will go a long

way in reducing the incidents of such accidents.

6.2.3.3 Measures to prevent incidents during Inundation/ Flooding


a. During monsoon months and heavy rains the mining operations are ceased.

b. There should be mechanism/ warning system of heavy rains and discharges from the

upstream dams.

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6.2.3.4 Precautionary Measure for Sudden Release of Water from Upstream Dam


a. The mining should be done only during the dry season and under strict supervision.

b. Mining activities should be avoided during monsoon season.

c. No go zones should be clearly marked and made aware to the mine workers.

d. Deep water areas must be identified.

6.2.3.5 Measures to prevent sudden increase in water level


a. The mining activities will be restricted to 3m depth from river bed surface.

b. Mining activities will be avoided during monsoon season.

c. Mining will be done as per the approved Mining Plan and it will also be conformed to

avoid the ponding effect.

6.3 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

This should deal with action plan for high risk accidents like landslides, subsidence,

flood, inundation in underground mines, fire, seismic activities, tailing dam failures etc.

and emergency plan proposed for quick evacuation, ameliorative measures to be taken

etc. The capability of lessee to meet such eventualities and the assistance to be

required from the local authorities should be described.

� The shallow depth of activities in river bed mining will not involve any high risk

accident due to side falls/collapse.

� The complete mining operation will be carried out under the Management and

control of experienced and qualified Mines Manager having Certificate of

Competency to manage the mines granted by DGMS.

� All the provisions of Mines Act 1952, MMR 1961 and Mines Rules 1955 and other

laws applicable to mine will strictly be complied with.

� During heavy rainfall the mining activities will be closed.

� All persons in supervisory capacity will be provided with proper communication

facilities.

� Proper coordination with Irrigation Department will be maintained so that at the time

of releasing water, if any, from the dam suitable warning/information is given in

advance.

6.4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARDS

Dry- pit mining by open cast method involves dust generation by excavation, loading and

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pollutant which affects the health of workers whereas environmental and climatic

conditions also generate the health problems.

Addressing the occupational health hazard means gaining an understanding of the

source (its location and magnitude or concentration), identifying an exposure pathway

(e.g. a means to get it in contact with someone), and determination of likely a receptor

(someone receiving the stuff that is migrating).

Occupational hazard due to sand mining mainly comes under the physical hazards.

Possible physical hazards are as below mention:-

6.4.1 PHYSICAL HAZRADS DUE TO MINING OPERATIONS

Following health related hazards were indentified due to riverbed sand mining operations

to the workers:-

1. Light: - The workers may be exposed to the risk of poor illumination or excessive

brightness. The effects are eye strain, headache, eye pain and lachrymation,

congestion around the cornea and eye fatigue.

2. Heat and Humidity: - The most common physical hazard is heat. The direct effects

of heat exposure are burns, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and heat cramps; the

indirect effects are decreased efficiency, increased fatigue and enhanced accident

rates. Heat and humidity are encountered in hot and humid condition when

temperatures and air temperatures increase in summer time up to 480C or above in

the river bed mining area.

3. Eye Irritation: - During the high windy days in summer the sand could be the

problems for eyes like itching and watering of eyes.

4. Respiratory Problems: - Large amounts of dust in air can be a health hazard,

exacerbating respiratory disorders such as asthma and irritating the lungs and

bronchial passages.

5. Noise Induced Hearing Loss: - Machinery is the main source of noise pollution at

the mine site.

6.4.2 MANAGEMENT

Particulars Control Measures

Heat & Light � The mine site will have adequate drinking water supply so that workers do not get

dehydration.

� Lightweight and loose fitting clothes having light colors will be preferred to wear.

� Rigorous exercise and more physical activities will be avoided in hot weather.

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strategies.

� The personal protective equipment will be provided for each mine workers.

� Supervisor will be instructed for reporting any problems with hearing protectors or noise

control equipment.

� At noisy working activity, exposure time will be minimized.

� Machineries will be labeled with noise levels.

Respiratory � PPE like face mask etc. will be provided during mining activity.

� Periodic medical examinations will be provided for all workers.

� Awareness program will be organized for workers.

Functional Area No. of Persons Activities Measures

Supervisory 10 Statutory

personnel’s

Supervisors

� Regular Management Training, VTC, updating in

safety measures, Equipment deployment, Safety

and Risk Management.

Transportation 15 Drivers/

operators

� All drivers/ operators to have HMV license;

� Good roads to prevent body vibrations while in

operation.

� Enclosed cabin to protect from noise and dusty

atmosphere;

� Regular water sprinkling on haul roads.

� Provision of dust mask, safety shoes after every six

months interval and helmets after every three years.

� Audiometric testing to be carried out during

periodical medical check-ups.

Mining operations

& Maintenance

15 Excavation Safety shoes, helmets and face mask will be provided;

To protect from heat, shelters will be provided;

Arrangement of drinking water near the working place.

General 36 Cleaning,

Sanitation,

Medical,

Plantation,

Office etc.

IME and PME at regular intervals;

Display of poster’s and directions for safe and unsafe

practices and Do’s and Don’t’s while at work;

Telephone numbers along with name of key

personnel’s will be displayed at conspicuous places on

notice boards for emergencies;

First aid facilities and provision of ambulance at the

Office.

Total 76

6.4.3 MEDICAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

To minimize the health impacts PPE like dust masks, ear plugs/ muffs and other

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to Initial Medical Examination as per Mines Rule 1955 at the time of appointment.

Periodical Medical Examination will be conducted at least once in five years. Medical

camps will be organized. The detail of health check up and periodical medical

examination schedule is given below in Table 6.3.

Table 6.3: Medical Examination Schedule

S. No. Activities 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

1. Initial Medical Examination (Mine Workers)

a. Physical Check - up -- -- -- --

b. Psychological Test -- -- -- --

c. Audiometric Test -- -- -- --

d. Respiratory Test

2. Periodical Medical Examination (Mine Workers)

a. Physical Check - up --

b. Audiometric Test --

c. Eye Check - up --

d. Respiratory Test

3. Medical Camp (Mine Workers & Nearby Villagers) --

4. Training (Mine Workers)

Medical Follow ups:- Work force will be divided into three targeted groups age wise as follows:-

Age Group PME as per Mines Rules’ 1955 Special Examination

Less than 25 years Once in a Three Years In case of emergencies

Between 25 to 40 Years Once in a Three Years In case of emergencies

Above 40 Years Once in a Three Years In case of emergencies

Medical help on top priority immediately after diagnosis/ accident is the essence of preventive aspects.

6.5 REPLENISHMENT STUDY

Replenishment Rate is the rate at which sand/ gravel is transported into the river

channel, due to sand extraction. Dandy - Bolton formula is used to calculate the

sedimentation yield which uses catchment area and mean annual runoff as key

determinants to give a yield value.

6.3.1 DANDY - BOLTON EQUATION

Dandy Bolton formula is often used to calculate the sedimentation yield. But use of these

equations to predict sediment yield for a specific location would be unwise because of

the wide variability caused by local factors not considered in the equations development.

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regional basis for preliminary watershed planning. Computed sediment yields normally

would be low for highly erosive areas and high for well stabilized drainage basins with

high plant density because the equations are derived from average values. The

equations express the general relationships between sediment yield, runoff, and

drainage area.

Many variables influence sediment yield from a drainage basin. They include climate,

drainage area, soils, geology, topography, vegetation, and land use. The effect of any of

these variables may vary greatly from one geographic location to another, and the

relative importance of controlling factors often varies within a given land resource area.

Studies revealed that sediment yield per unit area generally decreases as drainage area

increases. As drainage area increases, average land slopes usually decrease; and there

is less probability of an intense rainstorm over the entire basin. Both phenomena tend to

decrease sediment yield per unit area.

In arid regions, sparse precipitation and low run-off are the limiting factors. As

precipitation increases, density of vegetation also increases, resulting in less erosion. In

areas with adequate and evenly distributed precipitation, vegetation thus becomes the

limiting factor.

The accuracy of the sedimentation surveys varied, ranging from reconnaissance type

measurements of sediment deposits to detailed surveys consisting of closely spaced

cross-sections or contours. Runoff data are translated to inches per year per unit area

and sediment deposition data to tons per year per square mile of net drainage area. Net

drainage area is defined as the sediment-contributing area and normally excluded areas

above upstream reservoirs or other structures that were effective sediment traps. Actual

sediment yields undoubtedly were slightly higher because most reservoirs do not trap

inflowing sediment.

Sediment Yield vs. Drainage Area: - On the average, sediment yield is inversely

proportional to the 0.16 power of drainage area between 1 and 30,000 square miles.

Sediment Yield vs. Runoff: - Sediment yield increased sharply to about 1,860 tons per

square mile per year as run-off increased from 0 to about 2 inches. As runoff increased

from 2 to about 50 inches, sediment yield decreased exponentially. Because sediment

yield must approach zero as runoff approaches zero, a curve through the plotted points

must begin at the origin. The abrupt change in slope of a curve through the data points

at Q equals 2 inches precluded the development of a continuous function that would

adequately define this relationship. Thus, there are two equations derived for when Q

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Combined Effect of Drainage area and Run off on Sediment Yield

Dandy- Bolton determined the combined influence of runoff and drainage area on

sediment yield to compute the sediment yield. They develop two equations i.e. for run off

less than 2 inch and for run off more than 2 inch, which are given below:-

For run off less than 2 inches (Q < 2 in)

For run off more than 2 inches (Q > 2 in):

Where: S = Sediment yield (tons/mi2/yr)

Sr = Reference sediment yield value = 1645 tons/mi2/yr

Q = Mean Annual runoff (inch)

Qr = Reference Mean Annual runoff = 2 in

A = Net drainage area (mi2)

Ar = Reference Net drainage area = 1 mi2

By putting the values of Sr = 1645 tons/mi2/yr, Qr = 2 in and Ar = 1 mi2, we simplify the

original equations which are given below:

For run off less than 2 inches (Q < 2 in):

For run off more than 2 inches (Q > 2 in):

Where: S = Sediment yield (tons/mi2/yr)

Q = Mean Annual runoff (inch)

A = Net drainage area (mi2)

For run off less than 2 inches (Q < 2 in) For run off more than 2 inches (Q > 2 in)

Where: Q (in) = Mean Annual run off = 523 mm = 20.58 inch

A (mi2) = Catchment area= 11530 km2 = 4451.73 mi2

Sediment Yield, S (tonnes/yr) = 1965 e - 0.055Q [1.43-0.26 log (A)]

S= 1965 e-0.055x20.58[1.43 - 0.26 log (4451.73)] = 13,57,650 tonnes/year

Thus, 13,57,650 tonnes/ year sediment will be regenerated every year in the catchment

area as replenishment against the quantities mined out. The area 11,530 Km2 is

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The total river stretches on which mining activities will be carried out in these two

districts is 191.4 Km. Total replenishment calculated in the Sawai Madhopur district is

13,57,650 tonnes/ year.

The lease area of Sawai Madhopur mine stretches in a length of around 32.80 Km.

Therefore, the sediment yield around 2,32,659 tonnes/ year was calculated for the

proposed mine.

River bed mining will be carried out in three blocks for ease of operation, supervision,

management and safety. The maximum annual production is 22,40,000 tonnes/ year.

The amount of sediment regenerated every year will be around 2,32,659 tonnes/ year for

the proposed lease area. Therefore, the percentage of replenishment is around 11 %

every year. It means around 2,32,659 tonnes sediment will be regenerated every year

which will be replenished against the mined out quantities.

The hypothetical derivation of replenishment data is not supported by any ground

evidence as the same can be derived only after annual study due to inconsistent rains in

Rajasthan.

The derived replenishment data is based on macro-watershed data taken from satellite

imagery with sample ground truthing and annual average rainfall. The data works out to

be around 20% which after detailed study will show some divergence.

The data derived is based on SRTM 30 m resolution processed using ARCGIS software

with linear and resolution factors affecting the derivation.

6.6 TRAFFIC STUDY

A traffic study is an investigation to evaluate a transportation system. The study is a

means of identifying and documenting any deficiencies or improvements both-

operational and physical - necessary to accommodate current or projected traffic

volumes. This study typically consists of collecting data, projecting traffic volumes due to

the incoming project, and identifying the improvements required for the transportation

system. Studies are performed on intersections and also non-intersection roadway

segments to determine what improvements are necessary and how they might lead to a

better road for two wheelers, four wheelers, Heavy weight vehicle, light weight vehicle

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6.6.1 INDIAN ROAD CONGRESS (IRC) GUIDELINES

Factors for conversion of different type of vehicle into equivalent passenger car unit

(PCU) based on their relative interference value as per Indian Road Congress

Guidelines i.e. IRC 64: 1990 & IRC 106: 1990 (Table 6.1) is given below:-

Table 6.4: Recommended PCU Factors for various types of vehicles on road

Vehicle Type Rural Road Urban Road

Equivalency

factor for PCU

Equivalent PCU factors percentage

composition of vehicle type in traffic

stream

5% 10% and above

Fast Vehicle

Motor Scooter (Two wheelers) 0.50 0.50 0.75

Passenger Car, Pickup Van 1.0 1.0 1.0

Auto Rickshaw 1.0 1.2 2.0

Agricultural Tractor, Light

Commercial Vehicle

1.5 1.4 3.7

Bus or Trucks 3.0 2.2 5.0

Truck Trailer, Agricultural

Tractor – Trailer

4.5 4.0 -

Slow Moving Vehicles

Cycle 0.50 0.4 0.5

Cycle Rickshaw 2.0 0.5 2.0

Hand Cart 3.0 2.0 3.0

Horse Drawn Vehicle 4.0 1.5 2.0

Bullock Cart 8.0 - --

(Source: - IRC 64-1990 & IRC 106-1990)

Level of Service (LOS)

Capacity standards are fixed normally in relation to the Level of Service (LOS) adopted

for design. Five levels of service are recognized commonly designated from A to E.

Considering the need for smooth traffic flow; it is recommended that normally LOS-C be

adopted for design of urban roads. At this level volume of traffic will be around 0.70

times the maximum capacity. Capacity or Design Service volume is the maximum hourly

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section of a lane or road way during a given time period. As per IRC 64: 1990 guidelines,

ratio of existing volume of PCU on roads (V) and its capacity (C) with corresponding

level of services (LOS) and their performance is given below:-

Table 6.5: Referenced V/C Ratio for Level of Service and Performance of the Road

V/C LOS Performance

0.0 - 0.2 A Excellent

0.2 - 0.4 B Very Good

0.4 - 0.6 C Good / Average / Fair

0.6 - 0.8 D Poor

0.8 - 1.0 E Very Poor

(Note: Capacity as per IRC: 64-1990)

6.6.2 TRAFFIC ANALYSIS FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT AS PER IRC GUIDELINES

Traffic analysis is carried out by understanding the existing carrying capacity of the

roads near to the project site and the connecting main roads in the area. Then

depending on the capacity of the mine, the number of trucks that will be added to the

present scenario will be compared to the carrying capacity.

The roads connect from the mine site to NH-116. These roads are wide enough to

facilitate easy and smooth movement of heavy duty trucks. During mining operation,

there are 34 trucks per hour will be deployed from the mine site. Detail of truck capacity,

no. of trucks and working hours are given in Table 6.3.

Table 6.3: Working Details

Total Capacity of Mine 2.24 MMTA

Lease Area 802.38 Ha

No. of Blocks 3 (Blocks - A, B & C)

No. of Working Days 280 days

Truck Capacity 20 tonnes

No. of Trucks Deployed/ Day 400 trucks

Working Hours per Day 12 hours

No. of Trucks Deployed/Hr 34 trucks

As per IRC 64: 1990 guidelines, ratio of existing volume of PCU on roads (V) and its

capacity (C) is given in Table 6.4 with corresponding level of services (LOS) and their

performance.

Table 6.4: Referenced V/C Ratio for Level of Service and performance of the Road

V/C LOS Performance

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0.2 - 0.4 B Very Good

0.4 - 0.6 C Good / Average / Fair

0.6 - 0.8 D Poor

0.8 - 1.0 E Very Poor

(Note: Capacity as per IRC: 64-1990)

6.4.3 Existing Traffic Level in Nearby Project Site

As per Highway Capacity Manual, H.C.M. (2000) the capacity of a two-lane rural

highway is 1700 pcu/h for each direction of travel and normally does not exceed 3200

pcu/h for both direction of travel combined. IRC: 64-1990 indicates the design service

volume of 15000 pcu/day for a two-lane road in plain terrain, which corresponds to a

capacity value of 2400-3000 pcu/h.

The capacity of a two-lane road as estimated in the present study is 3140 pcu/h under

the following conditions.

i. Lane width is 3.6 m.

ii. Shoulders are in good condition and 1.2 m on either side.

iii. The road surface is in good condition with surface unevenness of 2500 mm/km.

iv. The directional split is 50:50.

v. The section is leveled and straight.

vi. Slow moving vehicles in the traffic steam are less than 10 per cent.

It is, therefore, believed that the capacity of 3200 pcu/h as suggested in HCM (2000) is

achievable in India also. However, it is suggested that the capacity of a two-lane road in

mixed traffic condition be taken as 3100 pcu/h. This value is affected by gradient, lane

width, shoulder width, shoulder condition, slow moving vehicles, directional split, and

road roughness.

The present volume of traffic is computed by traffic census. At present the traffic load at

highway is less than 30 trucks per hour. Existing Traffic Scenario & LOS is given below:

Table 6.5: Existing Traffic Scenario and LOS

Road Vol. in PCU’s/hr (V) Capacity in PCU’s/ hr (C) Existing V/C ratio LOS

Village Road 9 250 0.035 A

NH-116 intersection 21 625 0.034 A

Therefore, the existing Level of Service at village roads is “A” i.e. Excellent and at

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6.4.4 Change in Traffic Scenario due to Proposed Project

Additional 34 trucks having capacity of 20 tonnes will be played per hour on the existing

roads i.e. on NH 116 and village road due to the proposed project. So, the modified

traffic scenario and LOS is given below:

Table 6.6: Modified Traffic Scenario and LOS

Road Vol. in PCU’s/hr (V) Capacity in PCU’s/ hr (C) Modified V/C ratio LOS

Village Road 54 250 0.22 B

NH-116 intersection 73 625 0.12 A

From the above analysis it can be concluded that the V/C ratio is likely to change from

0.035 to 0.22 and 0.034 to 0.12 for village road and Highway respectively. So, the

modified level of service becomes B i.e. very good for village road, but LOS for Highway

remains same i.e. A (Excellent), as per classification. Hence, the additional load on the

carrying capacity of the concerned roads is not likely to have any significant adverse

impact due to proposed project.

6.4.5 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The movement of trucks at the mine site will be regulated as per the traffic rules framed

and given below:-

• Driver of the truck will park the vehicle at the ear marked site and report at the site

office / security check post.

• After submission of documents, checking, making entries driver will be given a

TOKEN and directed to report for loading to a particular block/ equipment.

• After the TOKEN is checked and verified, truck will be loaded and allowed to move

out.

• After reaching the truck terminal driver will park the vehicle and report back to the

site office/check post.

• Permit as per rules will be given which will be again checked at the security check

post before the vehicle moves out of the terminal premises.

• Only R.T.O. passed vehicle will be allowed for loading and up to the permissible limit.

• An engineer or supervisor will check the vehicle for brakes and its general condition.

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6.7 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)

The total capital cost involved in CSR activities is 18.5 Lacs. As a corporate

responsibility following measures along with budget provision (Table 6.7) is proposed for

improving the conditions of persons in and around the project area:-

Table 6.7: CSR Activities

S. No. Description Amount (Rs In lacs)

1. Health Check up camps 5.0

2. Surveillance programme of the workers 3.5

3. Assistance to local schools, scholarships to students 2.5

4. Sanitations and drinking water facilities 2.5

5. Vocational training to persons for income generation 2.5

6. Assistance to Self Help Groups 2.5

Total 18.5

6.8.1 IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

S.

No.

Description 1st Year 2

nd Year 3

rd Year 4

th Year 5

th

Year 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half

1 Health Check up camps

2 Surveillance programme

of the workers

3 Assistance to local

schools, scholarships to

students

4 Sanitations and drinking

water facilities

5 Vocational training to

persons for income

generation

6 Assistance to Self Help

Groups

6.8.2 TARGETED VILLAGES

Block 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

A Hatadoli Dobra Mahesra -- --

B Motipura Dhunda Dubbi Banas Jarawata Khat Khurd & Khat Kalan

C Padhana Raita Khurd -- -- --

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SECTION VII

INDEX

7.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 153

7.2 EMPLOYEMENT .................................................................................................... 153

7.2.1 Direct Employment .............................................................................................. 153

7.2.2 INDIRECT EMPLOYMENT ................................................................................... 154

7.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE................... 154

7.3.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE ........................................ 155

7.3.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE ............................................. 155

7.4 PLANTATION ........................................................................................................ 156

7.5 HEALTH ................................................................................................................. 156

7.6 OTHER BENEFITS ................................................................................................ 156





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7.0 PROJECT BENEFITS

7.1 GENERAL

The demand of Bajri has been rising in the state as a result of rising in construction

activities and development of the proposed project aims to fulfill the supply of Bajri.

Hence, the fine quality of mineral will be used further for development. The sediment in

the form of river bed material (RBM) deposited is of critical importance in civil and other

infrastructural activities. The proposed project lies on the river bed of Banas. The quality

of Bajri is fine and appropriate for the mega infrastructural activities.

The demand for Bajri is ever growing with the growth of the infrastructure sector in our

country. The mineral is used mainly in the construction activities like buildings, bridges

etc. The requirement for the mineral is always high in the nearby cities and towns.

Therefore, there is always a good demand of the mineral in the domestic market. The

local region demand is increasing; hence newer areas for Bajri reserves are

approached.

The apparent domestic demand for Bajri is estimated at 125 million tonnes by 2013-14

which will rise to 165 million tonnes in 2015-16. The capacity of proposed project is 2.24

million tonnes. Hence, the proposed project aims to fill the demand – supply gap through

optimum allocation and excavation of natural resources required to meet the demand

effectively in the local region.

This will also generate much needed employment to the local people. Economy of the

area will get a boost and there will be overall growth of the region in terms of education,

health, training, transport, automobile, industry. The standard of living accordingly will

also get an upliftment on the positive side.

7.2 EMPLOYEMENT

7.2.1 DIRECT EMPLOYMENT

During the operational phase, about 76 people will be employed directly. Considering

that some of the skilled personnel to be employed for the project will be from outside the

area and unskilled / semiskilled personnel will be from within the study area, the project

will add to the well being of the area. In addition to the workforce the indirect

employment will also be generated for local persons. It will help in bringing prosperity to

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Table 7.1: Employment Details

S. No. Category Numbers

1 Manager – 1st Class 1

2 Safety Officer / Assistant Manager 3

3 Technical / Supervisory Personnel 6

4 Skilled Personnel 15

5 Semi-skilled Personnel 15

6 Un-skilled Personnel 36

Total 76

7.2.2 INDIRECT EMPLOYMENT

The project will also provide some indirect employment to the people of nearby area of

mine site. Some people will get engaged in some pet shops like tea shop, vehicle repair

centre etc. It will also provide some need based opportunity to the local public. The

project will provide following indirect employment to the local people:-

� The Bajri available will provide agency employment in the value chain analysis, for

place utility and retail.

� Transportation and warehousing in the region required to transfer the mineral will

eventually be needed and therefore trucks and jobs in logistical activities will come

up.

� There will be development of externalities for the mine workers petty shops (tea,

repair stations for trucks etc.) as supporting services.

� As there would be vocational training camps and Technical Training of mining to the

regional people, hence there will be potential manpower available for the proposed

and surrounding mines of the Tehsil.

� This would create Indigenous Technologies for sustainable development.

7.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The proposed project will enhance the socio-economic activities in the adjoining areas.

This will result in following benefits:

� Improvements in physical infrastructure.

� Improvements in social Infrastructure.

� Increase in employment potential.

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� Prevention of illegal mining which will help in sustaining the river and its aesthetic

value.

� Post-mining enhancement of green cover.

7.3.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

It is a new project. It will give numerous positive impacts on society such as growth in

schools, hospitals, hotels, transport etc. It will also attract other entrepreneur to establish

their venture in the region.

The project will improve the physical infrastructure of the adjoining areas. This will

include the following:-

� Improved road communication;

� Strengthening of existing community facilities through the Community Development

Programme;

� Rain water reservoir to augment the water availability for irrigation and plantation;

� Skill development & capacity building like vocational training to persons for income

generation

� Awareness program and community activities, like health camps, family welfare

programs, immunization camp, sports & cultural activities, plantation etc.

7.3.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

There will be some obvious changes in various environmental parameters due to mining

activity. Increase socio-economic activities, creation of new employment opportunities,

infra-structural development, better educational and health facilities.

Following are the benefits in specific area of social domain:-

Socio-Economic: - There will be positive impact in socio-economic area due to

increased economic activities, creation of new employment opportunities, infrastructural

development and better educational and health facilities.

Health Care Facilities: - Company will undertake awareness program and community

activities like health, camps, family welfare camps, AIDS awareness program etc.

Company will spent total Rs 12.5 lacs on health care and allied facilities including Rs 5.0

lacs for health check up camps, Rs 3.5 lacs for Surveillance programme of the workers

and Rs 4.0 lacs for Insurance cover of workers.

Employment Potential: - There is a possibility of creation of direct and indirect

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The mine will contribute to the Exchequer of State and Central Government as per

norms.

7.4 PLANTATION

The lease area is in the river bed and devoid of any vegetation. Mining activities will not

cause any harm to riparian vegetation cover as the working will not extend beyond the

offset left against the banks. Plantation will be carried out as social forestry programme

in villages, school and the areas allocated by the Panchayat / State authorities.

Plantation has been proposed on both sides of the roads as greenbelt to provide cover

against dust dissemination. A massive plantation will be done nearby the mine area to

mitigate the ill-effects of mining and to improve environment of its surrounding area.

Native plants like Neem, Pipal, Khejri, Mango and other local species will be planted.

The management will give emphasis on plantation and will also motivate local persons

for plantation during rainy season. This will also increase the consciousness in workers

and near-by villagers for greenery. Fruit trees can contribute towards their financial

gains.

7.5 HEALTH

Periodic medical checkups as per Mines Act/ Rules and other social development and

promotional activities will be undertaken. All this will assist to lift the general health

status of the residents of the area around mines.

7.6 OTHER BENEFITS

The other tangible benefits includes metrics and improvements demonstrating process

and system cost savings, compliant inspections and customer audits, faster product

approvals and manufacturing throughput, less rejected material, reduced

nonconformance issues, and more efficient continuous improvement and project

implementation. Intangible benefits include improved staff morale, quick, more accurate

and transparent decision making, increased staff accountability and an enhanced culture

of quality throughout the organization.

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SECTION – VIII

INDEX

8.1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 158

8.2 CRITICAL ACTIVITIES FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION ........................................ 158

8.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ........................................................... 158

8.4 ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION PROGRAMME ......................................................... 161

8.5 CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................... 162





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8.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

8.1 INTRODUCTION

An Environmental Management Plan is formulated subsequent to an EIA has been

conducted as per the requisite of Terms of Reference. EMP is then implemented

throughout the project life cycle - commissioning, mobilization & construction, operation

& maintenance and decommissioning. It is regularly updated to be aligned with the

project progress from commissioning to mobilization to construction to operation to

decommissioning.

An EMS (Environment Management System) provides a systematic framework and

approach to minimize risk and manage environmental aspects (i.e. activities that cause

impact) and impacts (i.e. affect change to the environment from activities). In addition, it

provides a structured approach to planning and implementing environment protection

measures. An EMS encourages a company to continuously improve its environmental

performance.

8.2 CRITICAL ACTIVITIES FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION

1. Training and Environmental Awareness;

2. Documentation and Record Keeping;

3. Reporting Procedures;

4. Stakeholder/ Project Proponent Engagement;

5. Auditing;

6. Responding to Non-compliance;


S. No. Particular Management Plan

1. Land Environment � Safety zone of about 45m on each side of the rail/ road bridges and 45m

radius around the wells located in the river bed have been earmarked.

Bajri excavation will not be carried out in this zone.

� 20m offset will be left against the banks to protect from side collapse.

� Soil quality will be monitored from strategic locations and analysis will be

done once in every two years.

� To prevent erosion, moving the road or footpath will be kept away from

the river’s edge.

� Care will be taken to ensure that ponding is not formed in the river bed.

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� Measurement of water level fluctuations to assess impact of mining

activity on the water table depletion in close proximity of dug wells and

bore wells.

� Rainwater harvesting (percolation tank) has been proposed for

augmenting ground water resources and for arresting/ reversing the

declining trends of ground water levels.

� Regular monitoring and analysis of water samples at strategic locations

will be carried out to monitor the water quality of the area.

3. Air Environment Unpaved Roads

� Water sprinkling will be done for dust suppression.

� Leveling of roads will be done to maintain the uniform speed of the trucks/

tippers.

Paved Roads

� The roads will be maintained.

� Regular cleaning will be done to reduce the chances of road dust to

become airborne.

� Water sprinkling will be done on a fixed stretch of paved road passing

through the villages.

� Adequate transportation routes will be decided to transport the mineral

and will be maintained properly.

� Speed breakers will be constructed to restrict the speed of transporting

vehicles. However, limiting of vehicular speed will be adopted.

Transportation

� The vehicles will be maintained to control the air emissions.

� The speed of the vehicles will be maintained uniform.

� PUC certified vehicles will be used.

� The loaded vehicles will be covered with tarpaulin.

� Over loading will be avoided.

Other Measures

� Personal Protective Equipments like dust mask, ear plugs, ear muffs etc.

will be provided to the persons/ workers.

� Regular monitoring and analysis will be carried out through collection of

air samples from strategic monitoring sites. If the parameters go beyond

the permissible tolerance limits, corrective regulation measure will be

taken.

4. Noise Environment � Noisy activities will be scheduled at normal working hours (daytime hours)

to the extent possible when the environment is least sensitive to noise

impact.

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performed to ensure efficiency and worn parts will be replaced.

� Limited numbers of equipments will be used on-site.

� The vehicles will be maintained in good condition and overloading will be

avoided.

� Speed limits will be enforced in relation to road conditions and on-route

communities.

� Road surfaces will be maintained in good condition to reduce tyre noise

and to assure continuous traffic flow to avoid prolonged idling.

� Noise monitoring will be conducted on a regular basis to determine

compliance with noise criteria.

� Personal protective devices i.e., earmuffs and earplugs will be provided to

workers, working in high noise areas.

� Periodical medical checkup will be organized for all workers to check any

noise related health problems.

5. Occupational Health and

Safety

Heat & Light

� The mine site will have adequate drinking water supply so that workers do

not get dehydrated.

� Lightweight and loose fitting clothes having light colors will be preferred to

wear.

� Rigorous exercise and more physical activities will be avoided in hot

weather.

Noise

� Noise exposure measurements will be taken to determine the need for

noise control strategies.

� The personal protective equipment will be provided for mine workers.

� Supervisor will be instructed for reporting any problems with hearing

protectors or noise control equipment.

� At noisy working activity, exposure time will be minimized.

� Machineries will be labeled with noise levels.

Dust Control

� Dust generating sources will be identified and proper control measure will

be adopted.

� Face mask will be provided during mining activity.

� Periodic medical examinations will be provided for all workers.


6. Biological Environment � Mining activities will not cause any harm to riparian vegetation cover as

the working will not extend beyond the offset left against the banks.

� The lease area is devoid of any vegetation. Hence, It is proposed to

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School, PHC’s, Panchayat Bhawan with due permission from Panchayat

and in consultation with Forest Department/ local authorities.

� A total of about 37,500 trees of native species along with some fruit

bearing and medicinal trees will be planted at various places in a span of

five years.

The green belt development will be carried out by Project Proponent and

maintenance will be done by the villagers/ NGO’s with their active

participations.

Action plan for Green belt Development is given below:-

Particulars 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half 1st

Half 2nd

Half

No. of Plants 1,820 1,820 1,820 1,820 1,820

School

PHC’s

Panchyat Bhawan

Community Center

Religious Places

Fair Ground

Block 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

A Hatadoli Dobra Mahesra -- --

B Motipura Dhunda Dubbi Banas Jarawata Khat Khurd & Khat Kalan

C Padhana Raita Khurd -- -- --

7. Socio-Economic Aspect � Direct employment to the local people which help to sustain their

livelihood.

� During the operational phase by the implementation of certain CSR

activities indirect employment will also generate.

� Improved livelihood.

� Training will be provided to the local persons

� Awareness programme will be organized.

8.4 ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION PROGRAMME

The Project Proponent is quite conscious of its responsibility for maintaining clean and a

healthy environment. The management is also keen to modify and make more efficient

measures towards suppression of pollution sources. Adequate fund for Pollution Control

Measures are provided as a part of overall project financing to ensure the availability of

proper treatment facilities. The overall investment in the project is assumed to be Rs

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breakup of the proposed cost for Environment Management Programme is given as

under:-

Table 8.1: Provision for Environmental Protection Measures

S. No. Description Amount (Rs In lacs)

1. Pollution Monitoring – Air, Water, Noise 12.0

2. Dust Suppression – Water Sprinkling 12.0

3. Wire Fencing at Plantation Sites 2.0

4. Plantation Including Maintenance 2.0

5. Rain Water Harvesting 2.5

6. Haul Road Other Roads Repair and Maintenance 2.0

Total 32.5

The protection measures will be dynamic and subject to periodic review so that

measures remain effective and appropriate.

8.5 CONCLUSION

Various aspects of mining activities were considered and related impacts were

evaluated. Considering all the possible ways to mitigate the environmental concerns

Environmental Management Plan was prepared and fund has been allocated for the

same. The EMP is dynamic, flexible and subjected to periodic review. For project where

the major environmental impacts are associated, EMP will be under regular review.

Senior Management responsible for the project will conduct a review of EMP and its

implementation to ensure that the EMP remains effective and appropriate. Thus, the

proper steps will be taken to accomplish all the goals mentioned in the EMP and the

project will bring the positive impact in the study area.

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SECTION – IX

INDEX

9.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................... 165

9.1.1 LOCATION OF LEASE AREA .................................................................... 165

9.1.2 DETAIL OF MINING LEASE ....................................................................... 165

9.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................... 166

9.2.1 GEOLOGY .................................................................................................. 166

9.2.1.1 Local Geology ........................................................................................... 166

9.2.1.2 Physiography ............................................................................................ 166

9.2.2 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES ............................................ 167

9.2.3 MINING ....................................................................................................... 167

3.2.4 PRODUCTION DETAILS ............................................................................ 168

9.2.5 LAND USE PATTERN ................................................................................ 168

9.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT ................................................... 169

9.3.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 169

9.3.1.1 Land Use ................................................................................................... 169

9.3.1.2 Soil Quality................................................................................................ 170

9.3.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................ 170

9.3.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT ................................................................................... 173

9.3.3.1 Meteorology .............................................................................................. 173

9.3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality .................................................................................. 173

9.3.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT .............................................................................. 174

9.4 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES & MITIGATION MEASURES

175

9.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME ..................................... 176

9.5.1 AIR .............................................................................................................. 176

9.5.2 WATER ....................................................................................................... 176

9.5.3 NOISE ......................................................................................................... 176

9.5.4 HEALTH AND SANITATION ...................................................................... 176

9.6 ADDITIONAL STUDIES ............................................................................... 176

9.6.1 PUBLIC HEARING ...................................................................................... 176

9.6.2 REPLENISHMENT STUDY ......................................................................... 177





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9.6.3 RISK ASSESSMENT & MANAGEMENT .................................................... 177

9.7 PROJECT BENEFITS .................................................................................. 178

9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS ........................................ 178

9.9 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ................................................ 179

9.9.1 LAND USE MANAGEMENT ....................................................................... 179

9.9.2 WATER POLLUTION MANAGEMENT ....................................................... 180

9.9.3 AIR POLLUTION MANAGEMENT .............................................................. 180

9.9.4 NOISE POLLUTION MANAGEMENT ......................................................... 181

9.9.5 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ................................................ 181

9.10 CONCLUSION ............................................................................................. 182





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9.0 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION


The proposed mining lease is situated in revenue villages of Tehsil & District – Sawai

Madhopur. The Letter of Intent has been issued by the Joint Secretary Administration,

Govt. of Rajasthan to Manjeet Chawla, vide letter no. P.6 (3) Khan/ Gr. – 2/ 2013 dated

05.03.2013 for removal of Bajri (Minor Mineral) from Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah. The

proposed lease area is 802.38 ha (excluding prohibited area). The validity of lease area

is 5 years. The river area spreads in 12 villages of Sawai Madhopur. Lease area is on

the downstream side towards North-East of Bisalpur Dam which is located at a distance

of 83.0 Km of aerial distance from the west boundary of the lease area.

The mineable (proved & probable) reserves are 23.04 MCM with the targeted production

of 7.80 MCM with 1.6 MCMPA (2.24 MMTPA) production capacity for a 5 year duration.

Water requirement for the existing project will be 15.0 KLD. Out of which 3.0 KLD for

domestic use and 12.0 KLD for dust suppression.

9.1.1 LOCATION OF LEASE AREA

Village Khedli Khalsa, Ghata Jharanya, Dowda Khurd, Surang, Dhunda,

Dubbibind Rakkha, Jadawata, Khatkhurd, Khatkalan, Padhana, Kirpura /

Odwada, Niwadi

Tehsil HQ Sawai Madhopur

District HQ Sawai Madhopur

9.1.2 DETAIL OF MINING LEASE

S. No. Particulars Details

1. Name of Project Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral)

2. Location Near revenue villages of Tehsil & District - Sawai

Madhopur, Rajasthan.

3. Lease Area 802.38 ha. (excluding prohibited area)

4. Land Type Gair Mumkin Nadi Nallah

5. Latitude & Longitude 26°11’37.9” to 26°12’03.7”N

76°18’19.3” to 76°32’44.8”E

6. Toposheet No. 54 B/7, 54 B/8, 54 B/11 & 54 B/12

7. Seismic Zone Zone – II as per IS – 1893 (part-1) - 2002





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Mining Lease of Bajri (Minor Mineral) in an area of 802.38 ha (excluding prohibited area)

is located in revenue villages of Tehsil & District – Sawai Madhopur. Lease area was

demarcated along the course of the River Banas which flows from West side to East

side. Lease area extends from village Hatadoli on West side to Niwari on the East side.

Aerial distance is around 28.0 Km between the starting and end point of the lease area.

9.2.1 GEOLOGY

9.2.1.1 Local Geology

Soil / alluvium varying in thickness from 3.0m to 8.0m and constitutes the top horizons in

the area suitable for agriculture. Banas River meanders through the area exposing the

alluvium and soil at the banks. Hard rock is exposed along the banks in the lease area at

places. Sand is found in the river bed. This bed is presently dry and flows only during the

rainy season. Geological succession of the Sawai Madhopur district is given in Table 9.1

Table 9.1: Geological Succession

Recent Alluvium

Vindhyan Super

Group

Bhander Group Upper Bhander (Maihar) Sandstone

a- Sirbu Shale

b- Limestone

Lower Bhander (Bundi Hill) Sandstone

Samria Shale

Lakheri Limestone

Ganugarh Shale

Rewa Group Upper Rewa (Govindgarh) Sandstone

Jhiri Shale

Lower Rewa (Indergarh) Sandstone

Panna Shale

Kaimur Group Kaimur Sandstone

Sand Group Tirohan Breccia

Satola Group Tirohan Limestone

Sandstone with grit and Conglomerate

Delhi Super

Group

Intrusive Alwar Group Granite

Quartzite with Schist

Bhilwara Super

Group

Intrusive Dolerite

Ranthambore Group Mandalgarh Quartzite with shale and slate

Hindoli Group a – Bhadesar shale, slate and phyllite

b - Quarzite

Mangalwar Complex Quartzite and schist

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The proposed lease area is gently dipping towards East side indicating the flow

direction of river. River flows from west to east side. Highest elevation is 232 MSL and

lowest is 208 MSL. Average rainfall in study area is 689.2 mm.

9.2.2 GEOLOGICAL AND MINEABLE RESERVES

Geological Reserve : 2,48,92,500 MCM

Mineable Reserve : 2,30,41,650.0 MCM

Production : 1.6 MCMPA (2.24 MMTPA)

Life of Mine : 5 Years

9.2.3 MINING

The proposed project is confined to dry bed extraction of sand from the river bed. The

operation will be carried out by semi-mechanized method. Lease area allotted is

802.38ha. Total length of the area as per the description report stretches in the length of

32.80 Km.

The salient features of mode of working as per approved Mining Plan are:-

� Entire stretch of the lease area will be divided in to three blocks (A, B & C) for ease

of operation, supervision, management and safety.

� Workings will be restricted within the lease area.

� The mining will be done by forming only one bench because mining is limited up to 3

m depth from river bed.

� The height of the benches will be restricted to 3.0 m and width will be approx 20 m.

Bench will advance parallel to the bank of the river.

� Extraction activities will start in the blocks from the upstream side to downstream

side. This will not obstruct the movement of water, if any, during monsoon period in

the river course.

� Roads in the lease area for the movement of loaded trippers / trucks will not have

slopes more than 1 in 20.

� Roads will be properly maintained and water sprinkling will be done for dust

suppression.

� Every block will have its own approach roads, which already exists and is well

connected to main highways.

� Light weight excavators will be used for loading of mineral in tippers/ trucks.

� No OB/ waste material will be generated.

� No drilling/ blasting are required as the material is loose in nature. No processing of

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3.2.4 PRODUCTION DETAILS

The year wise development of mines for the five year will progress as per the table

below:-

Table 9.2: Production Details

[Production (MMTPA), Area (Ha.)]

Year Parameter Block - A Block - B Block - C Total

I Area 20.0 13.33 13.33 46.66

Production 0.84 0.56 0.56 1.96

II Area 26.66 13.33 13.33 53.33

Production 1.12 0.56 0.56 2.24

III Area 24.0 16.0 13.33 53.33

Production 1.008 0.872 0.56 2.24

IV Area 24.0 13.33 16.0 53.33

Production 1.008 0.56 0.672 2.24

V Area 26.66 13.33 13.33 53.33

Production 1.12 0.56 0.56 2.24

Total Area 121.32 69.32 69.32 259.96

Production 5.096 2.912 2.912 10.92

Length of Lease Area (Km) 4.6 9.0 4.2 17.80 (excluding

prohibited stretch)

Width of Extraction (m) 263.71 77.02 165.01 --

9.2.5 LAND USE PATTERN

The land use for mining and allied purposes is given in Table 9.3.

Table 9.3: Land Use Pattern

S. No. Particulars Present land

use (ha.)

At the End of

3rd

Year (ha.)

At the end of 5th

year (ha.)

1. Pit Area - 153.32 259.96

2. Dump Area - - -

3. Safety

zone

Road (1 no.) 6.7 6.7 6.7

Bridge (1 no.) 13.05 13.05 13.05

Wells (6 nos.) 15.24 15.24 15.24

4. Infrastructure

(Office, Temp. shelter etc.)

- 0.30 0.30

5. Mineral Storage - - -

6. Plantation - - -

7. Un-worked 767.39 613.77 507.13

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9.3 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

For monitoring the environmental parameters like meteorology, air, water, soil and noise

quality, the monitoring stations have been established at five locations in the study area.

Additionally two stations were selected for surface water sampling. The base line data

has been collected in the post – monsoon season (October to December’ 2013). The

detail of the sampling locations is given in below Table:

Table 9.4: Sampling Location Details

Sampling Location Direction Distance (Km) Components Remarks

Dubbi Banas SW 0.74 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Downwind

Biloli NNE 1.4 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Niwari SSW 1.10 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Dahlod NE 0.55 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Upwind

Dobra S 0.60 Air, Water, Noise, Soil Downwind

Banas River near Niwari -- -- Surface Water --

Banas Canal water near Dahlod -- -- Surface Water --

9.3.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT

9.3.1.1 Land Use

The land use pattern of the study area based on the latest satellite imagery is given

below:-

Table 9.5: LULC Detail

LULC Class Area (Ha.) Area (%) Area (m2)

Built up

Lease Area 802.38 1.84 8023800

Residential 776.75 1.78 7767500

Transportation - Railway 39.49 0.09 394900

Transportation - Major Road 140.74 0.32 1407400

Total 1759.36 4.03 17593600

Agriculture Agriculture 29387.54 67.39 293875400

Total 29387.54 67.39 293875400

Forest Reserved Forest 4942.5 11.33 49425000

Total 4942.5 11.33 49425000

Waste Land

Hilly 131.2 0.30 1312000

Gullied Land 4921.86 11.29 49218600

Bare Exposed Soil/ Surface 307.77 0.71 3077700

Total 5360.83 12.29 53608300

Water Body

River - Other 1815.48 4.16 18154800

Water Body 341.83 0.78 3418300

Total 2157.31 4.95 21573100

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9.3.1.2 Soil Quality

Soil samples were collected from five representative sampling locations. The soil

analysis results are given below:

Color of Soil : Brown Color

pH : 7.26 to 7.86

Total Organic Carbon : 0.78 to 0.96 (%)

Nitrogen as N : 212 to 289 mg/100g

Phosphorus as P : 36 to 52 mg/100g

Potassium as K : 136 to 192 mg/100g

Boron as B : 0.08 to 0.21 mg/kg

Copper as Cu : 0.06 to 0.12 mg/kg.

Iron as Fe : 0.09 to 0.23 mg/Kg

Zinc as Zn : 3.96 to 5.12 mg/kg

9.3.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT

Five ground water samples have been considered in the study area. The analysis results

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Table 9.6: Status of Ground Water Quality

S.N. Parameter Units

Drinking Water Standard IS:10500 Dubbi

Banas Biloli Niwari Dahlod Dobra Requirement

(Desirable

Limits)

Permissible Limits

in the Absence of

Alternate Source

1 pH - 6.5 – 8.5 NR 7.26 7.26 7.23 7.26 7.26

2 Color Hazen < 5 < 25 <01 <01 <01 <01 <01

3 Taste - Agreeable - Agreeable

4 Odor - Unobjectionable - Unobjectionable

5 Conductivity µS/cm -- -- 2034 1532 2696 3234 1628

6 Turbidity NTU < 5 < 10 1.6 1.4 1.6 2 1.6

7 Total Dissolve solids mg/L < 500 < 2000 1328 989 1726 2086 1052

8 Total Hardness as

CaCO3 mg/L < 300 < 600 656 416 768 984 368

9 Total Alkalinity mg/L < 200 < 600 460 360 380 460 240

10 Calcium as Ca mg/L < 75 < 200 147.2 92.8 179.2 275.2 92.8

11 Magnesium as Mg mg/L < 30 < 100 69.1 44.1 76.8 71 32.6

12 Residual Chlorine mg/L < 0.2 - <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

13 Boron mg/L < 1 < 5 0.086 0.009 0.011 0.089 0.006

14 Chloride as Cl mg/L < 250 < 1000 298.2 184.1 482.8 610.6 326.6

15 Sulphate as SO4 mg/L < 200 < 400 117.1 127.6 243.8 263 97.9

16 Fluorides as F- mg/L < 1.0 < 1.5 1.69 1.36 1.69 2.12 1.36

17 Nitrates as NO3 mg/L < 45 < 100 8.1 6.9 11.3 13.2 6.3

18 Phenolic Compounds mg/L < 0.001 < 0.002 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

19 Cyanide as CN mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001





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20 Anionic Detergents mg/L < 0.2 < 1.0 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

21 Mineral Oil mg/L < 0.01 < 0.03 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

22 Cadmium as Cd mg/L < 0.01 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.006 <0.001

23 Arsenic as As mg/L < 0.01 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

24 Copper as Cu mg/L < 0.05 < 1.5 0.006 0.008 0.023 0.13 0.008

25 Lead as Pb mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

26 Manganese as Mn mg/L < 0.1 < 0.3 0.006 <0.001 0.006 0.023 <0.001

27 Iron as Fe mg/L < 0.3 < 1.0 0.12 0.11 0.14 0.16 0.12

28 Chromium as Cr6+ mg/L < 0.05 NR <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

29 Zinc as Zn mg/L < 5 < 15 0.083 0.09 0.26 1.12 0.26

30 Aluminum as Al mg/L < 0.03 < 0.2 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

31 Mercury as Hg mg/L < 0.001 NR <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002 <0.0002

32 Selenium as Se mg/L < 0.01 NR < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001 < 0.001

33 E. coli MPN/100 ml Absent - Absent

34 Coliform Organisms MPN/100 ml <10 -- Nil





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9.3.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT

To assess the baseline status of the air quality in the study area systematic ambient air

quality monitoring has been carried out for criteria pollutants (PM10, PM2.5, NOX, SO2,

CO) at five representative ambient air quality monitoring stations.

9.3.3.1 Meteorology

The recorded meteorological data for the study period at mine site is given below:-

Table 10.7: Summary of Meteorological Parameters

Month Temperature

(°C)

Relative

Humidity (%)

Rainfall (mm) Wind Speed

(Mile/h)

Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min.

October, 13 35.5 16.5 76.9 8.5 0 0 8.0 < 1.0

November, 13 32.9 10.1 92.3 8.5 0 0 9.0 < 1.0

December, 13 28.8 5.2 100 1.0 0 0 < 1.0

9.3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality

Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried out with a frequency of two days per

week at five locations covering one complete season i.e. October - December’ 2013.

The summary of these results for all the locations is given below. These are compared

with the standards prescribed by Central Pollution Control board (CPCB) for rural and

residential zone.

Table 9.8: Ambient Air Quality Status

S. No.

Criteria Pollutant

Locations Arithmetic

Mean Maximum Minimum

98th

percentile

CPCB Standards

1 PM10

Dubbi Banas 43.5 48.9 36.9 48.9

100

Biloli 62.6 69.3 54.8 69.1

Niwari 49.5 54.8 40.6 54.7

Dahlod 57.6 68.9 50.8 66.8

Dobra 50.6 56.2 42.6 56.1

2 PM2.5

Dubbi Banas 21.9 24.9 18.9 24.9

60

Biloli 31.1 35.9 25 35.8

Niwari 25.2 28.1 18.9 28

Dahlod 29.4 34.8 25.3 34.4

Dobra 25.4 28.9 20.6 28.2

3 SO2

Dubbi Banas 4.5 4.9 4 4.9

80 Biloli 5.5 5.9 4.9 5.9

Niwari 4.7 5.6 4.1 5.5

Dahlod 5.5 5.8 4.9 5.9





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Dobra 4.5 4.9 4.1 4.9

4 NOX

Dubbi Banas 10.6 13.1 8.3 12.9

80

Biloli 17.2 23.8 13.6 22.8

Niwari 12.1 19.6 8.6 19.1

Dahlod 15.3 17.2 12.6 17.1

Dobra 11.5 15.2 8.9 14.7

5 CO

Dubbi Banas 387 652 215 652

2000

Biloli 687 989 256 987

Niwari 539 954 167 913

Dahlod 630 985 244 924

Dobra 461 736 163 717

9.3.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

The noise monitoring has been conducted for determination of noise levels at five

locations in the study area. The noise levels at each location were recorded for 24 hrs.

The results obtained were compared with the national standards and were found to be

within the standards. The collected data are:

Table 9.9: Ambient Noise Level Status

Station Name Dubbi Banas Biloli Niwari Dahlod Dobra

Monitoring Date 2/12/2013 3/12/2013 5/12/2013 6/12/2013 7/12/2013

Day Time

7:00 AM 40.8 38.7 39.6 38.2 41.8

8:00 AM 41.9 39.9 40.8 42.6 43.5

9:00 AM 45.6 42.6 42.5 46.8 50.6

10:00 AM 48.9 45.6 45.4 48.5 51.2

11:00 AM 50.6 48.9 49.6 52.2 53.6

12:00 Noon 51.8 50.3 50.5 52.6 53.8

13:00 PM 52.6 51.9 51.2 53.4 51.5

14:00 PM 51.5 50.1 52.6 50.2 52.9

15:00 PM 49.9 48.7 48.4 51.1 50.5

16:00 PM 48.7 46.7 47.3 50 51.6

17:00 PM 47.6 45.3 46.2 48.6 52.8

18:00 PM 50.6 46.7 51.6 49.2 54.9

19:00 PM 52.8 48.9 52.9 50.3 52.5

20:00 PM 53.4 50.2 53.6 51.5 51.2

21:00 PM 52.6 51.8 53.7 50.2 50.6

22:00 PM 52.9 52.3 51.6 46.6 48.5

Maximum 53.4 52.3 53.7 53.4 54.9

Minimum 40.8 38.7 39.6 38.2 41.8

Day Equivalent 50.7 48.8 50.3 50 51.7

Night Time





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23:00 PM 53.8 52 50 45.8 47.6

24:00 MN 49.6 50.6 48.2 40.5 44.2

1:00 AM 47.2 48.6 46.4 41.6 42.8

2:00 AM 44.5 44.1 43.9 39.2 40.4

3:00 AM 40.6 40.1 40.1 38.4 39.9

4:00 AM 38.7 37.2 37.2 36.1 37.7

5:00 AM 36.7 34.2 37.9 35.2 36.6

6:00 AM 39.9 36.9 38.2 36.1 39.5

Maximum 53.8 52 50 45.8 47.6

Minimum 36.7 34.2 37.2 35.2 36.6

Night Equivalent

47.5 46.9 44.6 40 42

9.4 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES & MITIGATION MEASURES

Opencast mining involves extraction of underneath minerals; and dumping of waste

along with related operations viz. drilling and transportation etc. The environmental

parameters likely to be affected by this mining project and mitigating measures are given

below:-

Environmental

Parameters

Impact Mitigating Measures

Landscape and

Land Use

Pattern

Land will be degraded due to

mining and dumping of

waste.

The mining of soapstone is proposed in such a way that

high and low grade mineral gets blended within the mine

itself and does not require any stacking of sub grade/

low grade as far as possible.

Top soil if any, generated, will be kept separately and

planted.

Air Quality Drilling, blasting, loading and

transportation of minerals /

OB material.

Proper maintenance of vehicles, no overloading, water

spraying on roads, wet drilling, use of sharp bits,

scientific blasting pattern will reduce the air borne dust.

Noise Operation of various mining

machinery generates noise.

Development of green belt around mining area, proper

maintenance of machinery, use of personal protective

equipments. These measures will keep the noise within

permissible limits.

Water Quality No discharge of effluents

water from the mine. Working

will not intersect the ground

water level.

There is no runoff water from the mine.

Flora and

Fauna

Wetland, eco-sensitive area,

schedule - I fauna habitat in

the mine area.

There is no wetland and eco sensitive area within the

core and buffer zone. No adverse impact & no genetic

diversity loss are anticipated from the mining activity.





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However due care & extensive plantation activity will be

undertaken to reduce impact from the activity.

Human

Settlement

No human settlement in

lease area and no human

displacement will be there.

No adverse impact

anticipated.

No R & R policy is required.

Socio-

Economic

profile

The mining activity changes

the socio economic profile of

this region.

The area is not very much developed. The economic

condition of people is not much good as there are hardly

any employment opportunities. The present mining

project will generate more employment and improve the

socio-economic condition of the people. Total number of

persons employed in the project will be 198.

9.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

9.5.1 AIR

Air quality monitoring will be carried out as per norms of RSPCB and CPCB.

9.5.2 WATER

Regular monitoring of ground water quality will be carried out at suitable locations. Water

samples will be collected four times in a year i.e. Pre - Monsoon, Monsoon, Post -

Monsoon and winter.

9.5.3 NOISE

Noise level will be recorded periodically at mine site near operating machines during day

and night time.

9.5.4 HEALTH AND SANITATION

Periodical medical checkup of workers is being done and medical facility provided.

Toilets and urinals will be provided near the mine site. Drinking water will be made

available to the workers.

9.6 ADDITIONAL STUDIES

9.6.1 PUBLIC HEARING

Public hearing will be conducted as per the guidelines of EIA Notification 14th

September, 2006 and its subsequent amendments. Issues raised during the public

hearing will be addressed along the budgetary provision with action plan will be

incorporated during the final submission of EIA / EMP Report.





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9.6.2 REPLENISHMENT STUDY

Replenishment Rate is the rate at which sand / gravel is transported into the river

channel, which is under examination or subjected to sand extraction. This volume is

often considered as sustainable yield of that river. Dandy - Bolton equations are often

used to calculate the sedimentation yield. The formula uses catchment area and mean

annual runoff as key determinants to give a yield value. These equations include all

types of sediment yield (sheet and rill erosion, gully erosion, channel bed and bank

erosion and mass movement).

Annual sediment deposition was calculated by using Dandy - Bolton Equations. The total

annual suspended and bed load sediment yield is computed and found 232659 tonnes /

year.

Thus, 232659 tonnes sediment will be regenerated every year in the catchment area as

replenishment against the mined out quantities.

9.6.3 RISK ASSESSMENT & MANAGEMENT

Risk analysis is the systematic study of uncertainties and risks encountered in various

areas. Risk analysts seek to identify the risks involved in mining operations, to

understand how and when they arise, and estimate the impact (financial or otherwise) of

adverse outcomes. It also defines and analyzes the dangers to individuals, businesses

and government agencies posed by potential natural and human-caused adverse

events.

However, there are various factors, which can create unsafe working conditions /

hazards in mining of Bajri (minor minerals) from river bed. The following types of hazards

are identified during the Bajri mining operations:-

1. Accident during sand/mineral loading, transportation and dumping

2. Accident due to vehicular movement

3. Inundation/Flooding

4. Quick Sand Condition

Following procedure will be followed for effective management of any disaster in the

mine.

Step 1: Identification of Disaster risk.

Step 2: Identification of persons at risk

Step 3: Removal of Hazard

Step 4: Evaluation of the risk

Step 5: Control measures to be taken

Step 6: Maintain Assessment records; Step – 7: Review





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9.7 PROJECT BENEFITS

The demand of Bajri has been rising in the state as a result of rising in construction

activities and development of the proposed project aims to fulfill the supply of Bajri. The

capacity of proposed project is 3.64 million tones, aiming to fill the demand – supply gap.

This proposed project will generate direct and indirect employment. Economy of the area

will get a boost and there will be overall growth of the region in terms of education,

health, training, awareness, transport, automobile, industry, infrastructure. The standard

of living accordingly will also get an upliftment on the positive side. Plantation will be

carried out as social forestry programme in villages, school and the areas allocated by

the Panchayat / State authorities to improve environment of its surrounding area.

9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS

Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) is a form of economic analysis in which costs and benefits

are quantified and compared. Environmental cost-benefit analysis is defined as the

evaluation and comparison of capital and environmental costs of a project to estimate its

relative merits and demerits. CBA is a technique that compares the monetary value of

benefits with the monetary value of costs in order to evaluate and prioritize issues.

The cost including all quantifiable environmental costs of the project has been derived as

per valuation done above. Benefits, taking into account revenue from project, royalty to

state Govt. alone have been calculated. Improvement in ecological quality in surrounding

area due to various afforestation programmes is not accounted in the cost benefit

calculation. The Cost Benefit analysis calculation for the proposed Bajri mining project is

given below:

Table 9.10: Benefit Cost Analysis Calculation

Discount Rate (r) 0.10

Base Case PV 1st

Year 2nd

Year 3rd

Year 4th

Year 5th

Year

BENEFITS (Rs. in Crores)

Bajri Sale 85.18 15.29 17.47 17.47 17.47 17.47

Royalty to State Govt. 21.84 3.92 4.48 4.48 4.48 4.48

Total Benefits 107.02 19.21 21.95 21.95 21.95 21.95

COSTS (Rs. in Crores)

Tender Cost 7 7 0 0 0 0

EMP Cost 0.33 0.065 0.065 0.065 0.065 0.065

CSR Cost 0.23 0.045 0.045 0.045 0.045 0.045

Financial Assurance 0.30 0.30 0 0 0 0

Dead Rent Cost 1.20 0.24 0.24 0.24 0.24 0.24

O & M Cost 43.68 7.84 8.96 8.96 8.96 8.96

Total Cost 52.73 15.49 9.31 9.31 9.31 9.31





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Net Benefits (Rs. in Crores) 54.29 3.72 12.642 12.642 12.642 12.642

Summary of CBA Calculation

NPV (Rs. in Crores) 39.8

IRR* --

PV Benefit (Rs. in Crores) 80.72

PV Cost (Rs. in Crores) 40.91

BCR** 1.97

*Since, values have not any negative value, so IRR is not calculated.

**Since, BCR = PVB/ PVC > 1, it means Project is Acceptable.

From the above calculation, cost amounting to Rs. 52.73 crores whereas benefit was

evaluated to be Rs.107.02 crores. The Net Present Value (NPV) was calculated to Rs.

39.8 crores, but internal rate of return (IRR) value was not calculated because data does

not contain any negative value. The ratio of benefit to cost (BCR) was found 1.97,

showing that the quantifiable benefits due to the project far outweigh the quantifiable

cost of the project. Thus, it is proven that the proposed Bajri Mining is an

environmentally sustainable developmental activity.


Environmental Management Plan (EMP) aims at the reservation of ecological system by

considering in – built pollution abatement facilities at the mine site. Some of the major

criteria governing the environmental measures will be adopted.

9.9.1 LAND USE MANAGEMENT

To minimize the adverse effects, the following suggestions have been made.

� Bajri will not be excavated within 45 m of any rail / road bridge. Safety zone of about

45 m on each side of the bridge has been earmarked. No workings will be extended

in this zone.

� 7.5 m offset will also be left against the banks to protect side collapse / scouring and

riparian vegetation

� A safety zone of 45.0 m radius is being earmarked for the wells located in the river

bed.

� Regular visual observations will be made for erosion of river banks. Any irregular or

abnormal condition, if observed will be taken care of. The banks will be revamped

before the monsoon and during the suspension of mining activity.

� Soil samples collected from strategic locations and analysis will be done once in

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� To prevent erosion, moving the road or footpath will be kept away from the river’s

edge.

� Care will be taken to ensure that ponding is not formed in the river bed

9.9.2 WATER POLLUTION MANAGEMENT

Some of the control measures adopted for controlling water pollution are as follows:-

� Based on results from monitoring corrective regulatory measures will be taken.

� Measurement of water level fluctuations to assess impact of mining activity on the

water table depletion in close proximity of dug wells and bore wells.

� Rainwater harvesting has been proposed which has been accepted world wide as

cost-effective methods for augmenting ground water resources and for

arresting/reversing the declining trends of ground water levels.

� Regular monitoring and analysis of water samples at strategic locations will be

carried out to monitor the water quality.

� Domestic waste water will be treated by Modular STP and treated water will be used

in dust suppression.

9.9.3 AIR POLLUTION MANAGEMENT

Following mitigation measures are envisaged:-

� The speed of the vehicles will be maintained uniform.

� Regular pollution checks and certification of vehicles will be done.

� Limited number of mine-related vehicle will be maintained on the public roadways to

reduce the traffic to minimize impacts on local people.

� The loaded vehicles will be covered with tarpaulin.

� Over loading will be avoided and free board will be left in the loaded trucks to prevent

spillage.

� The roads will be maintained.

� Regular cleaning will be done to reduce the chances of road dust to become

airborne.

� Water sprinkling will be done on a fixed stretch of paved road passing through the

villages.

� Natural barriers will be developed along the roadside to control the dispersion of dust

particles.

� Fixed transportation routes will be decided to transport the sand and will be

maintained properly.

� The use of unimproved roads will be limited to emergency use only.





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� Speed breakers will be constructed to restrict the speed of transporting vehicles.

However, limiting of vehicular speed will be adopted.

� Regular monitoring and analysis will be carried out through collection of air samples

from strategic monitoring sites. If the parameters go beyond the permissible

tolerance limits, corrective regulation measure will be taken.

9.9.4 NOISE POLLUTION MANAGEMENT

The following control measures are to be undertaken to bring down the noise levels:-

� Noise barriers will be constructed to control the noise pollution.

� Noisy activities will be scheduled at normal working hours (daytime hours) to the

extent possible when the environment is least sensitive to noise impact.

� Regular inspection and maintenance of vehicles and equipment will be performed to

ensure efficiency and worn parts will be replaced.

� The vehicles will be maintained in good condition and overloading will not be done.

� Speed limits will be enforced in relation to road conditions and on-route communities.

� Noise monitoring will be conducted on a regular basis to determine compliance with

noise criteria.

� Personal protective devices i.e., earmuffs and earplugs will be provided to workers,

working in high noise areas.

� Periodical medical checkup will be organized for all workers to check any noise

related health problems.

� Operational noise level status will be displayed on machines to identify the extent of

noise level and to control the exposure times at which worker are exposed to higher

noise levels.

9.9.5 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

� To avoid any adverse effect on the health of the workers due to dust, noise etc.

extensive measures has to be adapted related to safety aspect.

� Regular maintenance and testing all the tools & equipments as per manufacturer’s

guidelines.

� Provision of personal protective equipment to the workers working in the mine.

� Periodical Medical Examination of all workers by medical specialists will be

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9.10 CONCLUSION

EIA study was performed as per the approved TOR. Various environmental attributes

were studied relating with aspects of mining activities. The related impacts were

identified and evaluated. Considering all the possible ways to mitigate the environmental

concerns Environmental Management Plan was prepared and accordingly fund was

allocated. The EMP has been dynamic, flexible and subject to periodic review. CSR

activities were identified and for its time bound implementation, fund has been allocated.

The project will increase the revenue of the State Govt. as well as it will help in the social

upliftment of the local people. The green belt development programme will help in

increasing the green cover in the nearby areas. Thus, the proposed project is not likely

to affect the environment or adjacent ecosystem adversely. The Senior Management will

be responsible for the project review of EMP and its implementation to ensure that the

EMP remains effective and appropriate. Thus, the proper steps will be taken to

accomplish all the goals mentioned in the EMP and the project will bring the positive

impact in the study area.

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PROJECT:- BAJRI MINE SECTION – X- DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS

APPLICANT:- MANJEET CHAWLA ENGAGED



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SECTION – X

INDEX

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10.0 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED

Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA of Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral).

I hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above

EIA.

EIA Coordinator

Name Mr. K. N. Sudershan Rao

Asstt. EIA Coordinator Neha Bhargava

Signature & Date

Period of Involvement 04.03.2013 – 06.07.2015

Contact Information 0141-4013996, 4016996

Functional Area Experts: -

S.

No.

Functional

Areas

Name of the Expert/s Involvement

(Period & Task**)

Signature &

Date

1 AP Sunita Mantri

Neha Bhargava

� Relevant inventorization

� Prediction of air pollution and its

management

2 WP Yashwant Bordia

� Relevant inventorization

� Prediction of water pollution and its

management

� Water balance

Left the

organization.

3 SHW Dr. Alok Pandey

� Identification of nature of waste,

categorization, and quantity of

generated OB / waste.

� Prediction of waste pollution and its

management.

Left the

organization.

4 SE Dr. Arvind Dubey � Secondary data of Census of India,

2001

� Socio-Economic impact assessment.

� Study of the socio economic and

cultural aspects

Left the

organization.

5 EB Dr. Yati Kachhawa � Ecological and biodiversity survey

� Identification of species (flora and

fauna)

� Conservation plan for fauna, in case





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of schedule-I

6 HG Vikrant Mahendran � Hydrogeological survey for

assessing aquifer distribution of the

area

� Water resource evaluation of the

area

� Pre-monsoon & Post-monsoon

collection of water level & quality

data

7 GS Vikrant Mahendran � Field Survey for assessing the

regional and local geology of the

area

8 AQ Sunita Mantri

Neha Bhargava

� Study of primary data

� Air Quality Modelling and its

interpretation

9 NV K. N. Sudershan Rao

� Prediction of Noise pollution

� Mitigation measures

10 LU Prabhakar Sharma � Satellite imaginary

� Inference

11 RH Sunita Mantri

� Assessment of risk involved, if any

� Management plan for safety

Declaration by the Head of the Accredited Consultant Organization

I, Sunita Mantri, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA of Bajri Mine

(Minor Mineral). I also confirm that I shall be fully accountable for any misleading information

mentioned in this statement.

****************

Signature

Name Mrs. Sunita Mantri

Designation CMD

Name of the EIA Consultant Organization Enkay Enviro Services Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur

NABET Certificate No. & Issue Date Accredited consultant at S. No. 44 as per List of

Accredited Consultant Organizations

ENKAY GROUP

Registered Office:

24-B, Dadu Marg, Gopal Bari, Jaipur-302001

Ph: 0141-4013996, 4023996 Fax. 0141-4026996

E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.enkayenviro.com

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