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Feasibility report, ExistingEnvironmental Scenario &
Environmental Management Plan
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Application for Environmental Clearance for Granite Building Stone Quarry of
M/S. Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode
District, Kerala, Extent – 4.310 Ha
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INDEX
LIST OF ENCLOSURES
ENCLOSURE
NODESCRIPTION PAGE NO
1 Letter of Intent for the proposed quarry lease area E-1
2 Mine plan approval letter for the proposed quarry lease area E-2
3Certificate from Geologist stating Quarry lease details within 500m
radius from the lease area
E-5
4 Copy of explosive license E-7
5 Copy of consent to operate order for quarry E-13
6 Copy of consent to operate order for crusher E-15
7 Recent Photographs of Project Site with digital date E-31
8 Attested copy of NABET Re- Accreditation certificate E-33
9Letter of EIA Co-ordinator undertaking including list of team
members
E-37
10
Environment Quality analysis report from approved lab
A. Air Quality Monitoring Report E-41
B. Water Quality Monitoring Report E-47
C. Noise Level Monitoring Report E-65
D. Soil Quality Monitoring Report E-69
11 Attested copy of the certificate of approval of Laboratory E-73
12 Undertaking for the Implementation of EMP & EC conditions E-75
13
Affidavit for constitution of Environmental Monitoring Cell, Fire
Fighting System, Provision of System for minimizing Dust Emission,
Adequate Safety Measures, etc.
E-77
DESCRIPTION PAGE NO
Feasibility report 3
Existing Environmental Scenario 27
Environmental Management Plan, Environmental Monitoring Programme, Risk
Analysis & Control Measures41
Application for Environmental Clearance for Granite Building Stone Quarry of
M/S. Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode
District, Kerala, Extent – 4.310 Ha
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LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE NO PARTICULARS PAGE NO
1 Geological Map and Mineral of Kerala 14
2 View of the Quarry Area 28
3 Index plan showing 5 km radius 29
4 Categorization of Blocks 39
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE NO PARTICULARS PAGE NO
1 Environmental standards for Ambient air quality
prescribed by CPCB/MOEF&CC /SPCB
53
2 Noise level standards as given by CPCB / MOEF&CC 54
3 Environmental Control Cost 56
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FEASIBILITY REPORT
Application for Environmental Clearance for Granite Building Stone Quarry of
M/S. Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode
District, Kerala, Extent – 4.310 Ha
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CHAPTER I
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0 GENERAL:
Shri. T. Haridasan was issued a quarrying permit for quarrying at Re-Survey no. 2/1
(Part) over an extent of 0.8094 Ha (2 Acres), in the land belonging to Shri. Vinay James
Kynadi from Department of Mining and Geology, Kozhikode District vide letter no. 15/2015-
16/QP/GS/DOZ/M-1110/15, dated on 25.11.2015 which was valid up to 24.07.2016.
NOC given by the land owner to Shri. T. Haridasan as well as the present quarrying
permit in this Re-Survey no. 2/1 (Part) which expired on 24th July, 2015. On expiry of the
permit period, to carry out scientific mining with proper benching etc., M/S. Highland Silver
Sands (P) Ltd proposes to carryout mining operation in their own and has applied for quarry
lease for operating Granite Building Stone quarry at Re-Survey no. 2/1(Part) over an extent of
4.310 Ha in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for the peak
production of 2,00,436 TPA of granite building stone which will be achieved during the 2nd
year.
Letter of Intent was obtained from Director, Department of Mining and Geology,
Thiruvananthapuram for an extent of 4.310 Ha, vide No. 12065/M3/2015, dated 28.07.2016
(Refer Enclosure - 1).
Shri. Vinay James Kynadi, is the Managing Director of Highland Silver Sands (P)
Ltd and the authorizing signatory to submit application to statutory authorities like Department
of Mining & Geology, SEIAA/DEIAA, Kerala, etc., and the Resolution letter of the board of
directors authorizing Shri. Vinay James Kynadi is obtained (Refer Approved Mine plan,
Annexure - 4).
The entire land is a patta land owned by Vinay James Kynadi & his brother Ajay
James. NOC from Ajay James is already obtained for quarrying in his property.
As per MOEF&CC O.M.No.L-11011/47/2011-IA.II (M) dated 18th May, 2012, leases
of minor minerals also requires environmental clearance.
The mine plan for an extent of 4.310 Ha was approved by District geologist, Kozhikode
vide letter No.DOZ/M-1617/15 (Refer Enclosure - 2).
A quarry owned by Shri. Sijo. P. Sivadasan with an area of 50 ares (0.5Ha) is
functioning in the 500m radius of this quarry and in this regard a certificate is obtained from
Senior Geologist, Kozhikode, vide letter No. DOZ/M-1617/15 dated 03.11.2016 (Refer
Enclosure - 3). Since the total quarrying area along with the Granite Building Stone quarry of
M/S. Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd within 500m will be 4.81Ha only which is < 25 Ha and as
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such it can be treated as B2 category.
This feasibility report for Granite Building Stone Quarry of M/S. Highland silver
sands (P) Ltd at Re-Survey no. 2/1(Part) over an extent of 4.310 Ha in Raroth Village,
Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for the peak production of 2,00,436 TPA of
granite building stone is prepared towards getting environmental clearance from DEIAA Kerala.
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd and also
in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
1.2 DETAILS OF THE LOCATION:
The project site is located in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District,
Kerala. The project site is approachable from Chalakudy – Munnurpilly road on the west and
also from Ambayathdou in Kozhikode to Wayanad Road. The nearest railway station is
Kozhikode which is located at about 35.0 km in the Southwest direction. The nearest airport is
Kozhikode Airport at about 45 km in the Southwest direction. The Location plan is shown in
Plate No – 1 of Approved Mine plan.
1.3 QUARRY LEASE DETAIL:
The quarry lease area being applied for Environmental clearance is as follows:
Village Taluk District Land ownership Re-Survey No Extent (Ha)
Raroth Thamarassery Kozhikode Patta Land 2/1(Part) 4.310 Ha
The Latitude and longitude of the mine lease area are shown in lease plan (Plate No. 2 of
Approved Mine plan).
1.4 BRIEF PROJECT PROFILE:
Salient features of the project and its aerial distance are as follows:
Name of the project :Granite Building Stone Quarry of M/S.Highland Silver Sands
(P) Ltd
Location :Re-Survey No: 2/1(Part), Raroth village, Thamarassery
taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala.
Total ML area :4.310Ha
Latitude & Longitude :Latitude : 11025'17.976" to 11025’28.134" N
Longitude : 75057'44.172" to 75057'51.879" E
Name of Mineral :Granite Building Stone
Production capacity : Peak production of 2,00,436 TPA
End use : The proposed quarry output will be sent to their own
crusher unit situated on the eastern portion outside the mine
lease area and also to the outside crusher for the production
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of Stone aggregates.
Nearest major Town : Tamarasseri – 3.2km - SW
Nearest Railway station Kozhikode - 35.0 km - SW
Nearest airport Kozhikode Airport - 45.0 km - SW
Total Geological reserves in
ML area
: 66.71 lakh tonnes
Total Mineable reserves in
ML area
: 22.13 lakh tonnes
Total waste to be generated : 36782m3 comprising about 4,598 m3 of top soil and 32,184
m3 over burden.
Method of mining :Semi-Mechanized Opencast mining comprising drilling,
blasting, excavators cum-loaders, dumpers, etc.
Water courses : Iruttulipuzha– 800m -E (aerial), Irruvanni Puzha – 8.1 Kms
SE (Aerial), Punnur puzha – 9.3 km – SW (aerial)
Ecologically sensitive
features:Nil
Other Industries in the area : Other than few working quarries there are no other
industries in the area in the buffer zone of 10km radius.
Places of tourist importance : Nil
1.4 LAND USE PATTERN:
The entire mine lease area of 4.310 Ha is patta land and is in the possession of lessee.
Presently, 0.8090Ha is already covered under mined out area. In the ultimate stage, after
leaving safety barrier around the lease, the remaining lease area can be covered under mine
area. Thus, the present land use and ultimate stage of mining land use will be as under:
S.No Particulars Extent in HaPresent land use End of mine life
1 Mine area 0.809 3.6702 Safety Zone / Undisturbed 3.501 0.640
Total area Utilized 4.310 4.310
In the mine closure stage, water body will be formed up to the RL of +30 m AMSL. The
higher benches above +30 m AMSL will be reclaimed by bench plantation. Out of 3.670 Ha of
mined out area, 3.2868 Ha will be left as water body and the remaining 0.3832 Ha of area
above general RL will be reclaimed back with bench plantation / plantation.
The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +30m AMSL. This pit will act
as a settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet. etc., Most of
the mine water will be used for green belt, dust suppression, etc. Clear supernatant water after
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settling can be let out of this pond after passing through settling traps. The mined area will be
properly fenced all around.
Plantation will be done in all possible vacant places within the lease area including the
mine periphery i.e 7.5m safety zone. Besides, plantation can be done in the nearby lands
owned by the proponents. Local species in consultation with the state forest department can
be chosen for this purpose. The Mine closure is depicted in the Mine Closure plan and section
shown in Plate No -12 & 13 of Approved mine plan.
1.5 REQUIREMENTS:
1.5.1 MAN POWER:
About 18 persons will find direct employment in the quarry operations. Indirectly, more
than 50 people get employed in various project and allied services like logistics, loading, green
belt creation, miscellaneous services etc.
1.5.2 WATER AVAILABILITY AND WATER NEEDS:
The water requirement for the mining operation is about 6.0 KLD with the following
break up:
1. Domestic & sanitary needs - 1.0 KLD
2. Dust suppression, plantation etc. - 5.0 KLD
- - - - - -
TOTAL 6.0 KLD
- - - - - -
The entire water requirement for industrial activities such as Dust suppression and
greenbelt development is met from own well.
1.5.3 EFFLUENT SYSTEM:
The only effluent arising from the mine lease will be domestic effluent to the tune of
about 0.4 KLD. This will be suitably discharged with septic tank with soak pits.
1.5.4 ELECTRICITY REQUIREMENTS:
There is an electric supply line passing in the village. The power connection for office
use is available near the site.
1.5.5 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE:
There will be direct employment to more than 18 persons. The project proponent will
implement CSR activities to the local community around the project site. The CSR schemes are
identified to meet the specific needs and requirement of the concerned group/person of any
organization/Institutions and an annual budgetary grant of about Rs. 5 lakhs is allocated.
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1.6 NEED FOR THE PROJECT AND ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY AND THE
REGION:
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd and also
in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
There is a good demand for the aggregates in the region of construction industry. Thus
this quarry paves way by providing material for the construction industry which forms a core
infrastructural growth component.
Regionally, it also provides good employment opportunities directly and indirectly.
Besides, the CSR activities of the project proponent will bring about improvement in
infrastructure, living conditions of local community, etc. Monetary gains also accrue to state and
central Governments through receipt of royalties, Taxes, etc.
It is worth mentioning here about the importance of products for construction and
building industry in Kerala, which provides good development growth in the region as well as
good employment opportunities for local people and nearby population of the area.
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CHAPTER II
INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 GENERAL:
Shri. T. Haridasan was issued a quarrying permit for quarrying at Re-Survey no. 2/1
(Part) over an extent of 0.8094 Ha (2 Acres), in the land belonging to Shri. Vinay James
Kynadi from Department of Mining and Geology, Kozhikode District vide letter no. 15/2015-
16/QP/GS/DOZ/M-1110/15, dated on 25.11.2015 which was valid up to 24.07.2016.
NOC given by the land owner to Shri. T. Haridasan as well as the present quarrying
permit in this Re-Survey no. 2/1 (Part) which expired on 24th July, 2015. On expiry of the
permit period, to carry out scientific mining with proper benching etc., M/S. Highland Silver
Sands (P) Ltd proposes to carryout mining operation in their own and has applied for quarry
lease for operating Granite Building Stone quarry at Re-Survey no. 2/1(Part) over an extent of
4.310 Ha in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for the peak
production of 2,00,436 TPA of granite building stone which will be achieved during the 2nd
year.
Letter of Intent was obtained from Director, Department of Mining and Geology,
Thiruvananthapuram for an extent of 4.310 Ha, vide No. 12065/M3/2015, dated 28.07.2016
(Refer Enclosure - 1).
Shri. Vinay James Kynadi, is the Managing Director of Highland Silver Sands (P)
Ltd and the authorizing signatory to submit application to statutory authorities like Department
of Mining & Geology, SEIAA/DEIAA, Kerala, etc., and the Resolution letter of the board of
directors authorizing Shri. Vinay James Kynadi is obtained (Refer Approved Mine plan,
Annexure - 4).
The entire land is a patta land owned by Vinay James Kynadi & his brother Ajay
James. NOC from Ajay James is already obtained for quarrying in his property.
As per MOEF&CC O.M.No.L-11011/47/2011-IA.II (M) dated 18th May, 2012, leases
of minor minerals also requires environmental clearance.
The mine plan for an extent of 4.310 Ha was approved by District geologist, Kozhikode
vide letter No.DOZ/M-1617/15 (Refer Enclosure - 2).
A quarry owned by Shri. Sijo. P. Sivadasan with an area of 50 ares (0.5Ha) is
functioning in the 500m radius of this quarry and in this regard a certificate is obtained from
Senior Geologist, Kozhikode, vide letter No. DOZ/M-1617/15 dated 03.11.2016 (Refer
Enclosure - 3). Since the total quarrying area along with the Granite Building Stone quarry of
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M/S. Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd within 500m will be 4.81Ha only which is < 25 Ha and as
such it can be treated as B2 category.
This feasibility report for Granite Building Stone Quarry of M/S. Highland silver
sands (P) Ltd at Re-Survey no. 2/1(Part) over an extent of 4.310 Ha in Raroth Village,
Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for the peak production of 2,00,436 TPA of
granite building stone is prepared towards getting environmental clearance from DEIAA
Kerala.
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd and
also in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
Presently the mining operation is carried out after obtaining necessary explosive
license (Refer Enclosure - 4) and consent from State Pollution control board separately for
quarry & crusher (Refer Enclosure – 5 & 6).
2.2 DETAILS OF THE LOCATION:
The project site is located in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk, Kozhikode District,
Kerala. The project site is approachable from Chalakudy – Munnurpilly road on the west and
also from Ambayathdou in Kozhikode to Wayanad Road. The nearest railway station is
Kozhikode which is located at about 35.0 km in the Southwest direction. The nearest airport is
Kozhikode Airport at about 45 km in the Southwest direction. The Location plan is shown in
Plate No – 1 of Approved Mine plan.
2.3 QUARRY LEASE DETAIL:
The quarry lease area being applied for Environmental clearance is as follows:
Village Taluk DistrictLand
ownership
Re-Survey
No
Extent
(Ha)
Raroth Thamarassery Kozhikode Patta Land 2/1(Part) 4.310 Ha
The Latitude and longitude of the mine lease area are shown in lease plan (Plate No.
2 of Approved Mine plan).
2.4 BRIEF PROJECT PROFILE:
Salient features of the project are presented below:
Name of the projectGranite Building Stone Quarry of M/S. Highland silversands (P) Ltd
Mine lease area 4.310 Ha
Name of the mineral Granite Building Stone
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Land use Patta Land
Topo-sheet No. and Geographical coordinates
Topo sheet No: C43D15 (49M/15)Latitude : 11025'17.976" to 11025’28.134" N
Longitude : 75057'44.172" to 75057'51.879" E
Elevation +30m AMSL to +49m AMSL
Nearest town Tamarasseri – 3.2km - SW
Nearest Railway station Kozhikode - 35.0 km - SW
Nearest Airport Kozhikode Airport - 45.0 km - SW
Nearest Highway NH – 212 (Calicut to Kollegal) - 1.60 km - W
Reserved / Protected ForestsThe Manatti Mala Forest area (Vested Forest) is4.0km away from the lease boundary on North Westdirection.
Environmental sensitive areas, Protectedareas as per Wildlife Protection Act, 1972(Tiger reserve, Elephant reserve,Biospheres, National parks, Wildlifesanctuaries, community reserves andconservation reserves)
Nil within 10km radius
Notified Archaeologically important places,Monuments
Nil
Local Places of Historical and TourismInterest
Nil
Defense Installations Nil
Seismic Zone Zone – III ( Moderate)
Major water courses (Distance in Aerial)Iruttulipuzha– 800m -E (aerial), Irruvanni Puzha – 8.1Kms SE (Aerial), Punnur puzha – 9.3 km – SW(aerial)
Other industries in the areaOther than a few working quarries and crushers, there
are no other industries in the area.
2.5 NEED FOR THE PROJECT AND ITS IMPORTANCE:
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver Sands (P) Ltd and also
in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
There is a good demand for the aggregates in the region of construction industry. Thus
this quarry paves way by providing material for the construction industry which forms a core
infrastructural growth component.
Regionally, it also provides good employment opportunities directly and indirectly.
Besides, the CSR activities of the project proponent will bring about improvement in
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infrastructure, living conditions of local community, etc., Monetary gains also accrue to state
and central Governments through receipt of royalties, Taxes, etc.
It is worth mentioning here about the importance of products for construction and
building industry in Kerala, which provides good development growth in the region as well as
good employment opportunities for local people and nearby population of the area.
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CHAPTER – III
PROJECT DESCRIPTION & MINE PLAN
3.1 TYPE OF PROJECT:
As mentioned in chapter – II, this project is for the peak production of 2,00,436 TPA of
granite building stone from the lease area of 4.310Ha in Raroth Village, Thamarassery Taluk,
Kozhikode District, Kerala. The project adopts open-cast semi-mechanized system for
production of mineral.
3.2 LOCATION OF PROJECT:
Details are provided in para 2.3 in chapter – II earlier.
3.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
3.3.1 GEOLOGY:
In this lease area, the granite occurs as massive consolidated formation. These rocks
belongs to the Archaen Era comprising Charnockite group of Cordierite gneiss, Charnockite,
gneiss and pyroxene granulite. These granite rocks occur as an undulating terrain with
maximum RL of 49m AMSL in the central portion sloping towards North west and south East.
The minimum RL is 30 m AMSL in Southern side. The geological plan of the area is shown as
Plate No – 6 of Approved mine plan.
Soil
Weathered Charnockite, gneiss
Charnockite
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Figure No - 1
GEOLOGICAL AND MINERAL MAP OF KERALA
PROJECT SITE
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3.3.2 RESERVES:
3.3.2.1 METHOD OF ESTIMATION OF RESERVES:
The granite occurs in an undulating terrain and part of the lease area is already mined.
From the exposure granite is expected to be available even below -30 AMSL also. However,
reserve estimation is carried out up to -30 AMSL.
The reserves were estimated by cross sectional method in 5 cross sections. The bulk
density of 2.5 T/Cu.m is considered. Refer Plate No – 6 & 7 of Approved mine plan for
Geological plan and cross section. The geological reserves estimated are given below:
The reserves of minerals have been calculated and the geological and mineable
reserves have been given in the table below:
GEOLOGICAL RESERVES
BUILDING STONE
S. No Section SectionalArea
Influence Volume TCF Quantity
m2 m m3 T/m3 Tonnes
1 A-A' 14938.505 60 896310.3 2.5 2,240,776
2 B-B' 12465.2951 50 623264.76 2.5 1,558,162
3 C-C' 10131.4121 50 506570.61 2.5 1,266,427
4 D-D' 9724.916 57 554320.21 2.5 1,385,801
5 E-E' 2372.686 37 87789.382 2.5 219,473
TOTAL 6,670,638
The total geological reserves within the mining lease area is estimated to be
66.71 lakh tonnes.
3.3.2.2 SUMMARY OF MINEABLE RESERVES
The mineable reserves were calculated, leaving allowances for mineral locked in the
peripheral safety zone of the property and in the bench slopes. Thus, the total quantity of
Building stone mineable is estimated to be 22.13 lakh tonnes with the following breakup:
MINEABLE RESERVES
BUILDING STONE
S. No. Section SectionalArea
Influence Volume TCF Quantity
m2 m m3 T/m3 Tonnes
1 A-A' 3884.34 52 201985.68 2.5 504,964
2 B-B' 6195.3607 50 309768.04 2.5 774,420
3 C-C' 4026.3201 50 201316.01 2.5 503,290
4 D-D' 2887.6447 53 153045.17 2.5 382,613
5 E-E' 639.236 30 19177.08 2.5 47,943
TOTAL 2,213,230
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Hence based on the peak production for the peak production of 2,00,436 TPA of granite
building stone which will be achieved during the 2nd year,
the life of the Quarry would be about 11.09 years say 12 years. However the life of the mine will
increase in case the targeted production is not achieved.
3.3.3 WASTE
The central part of lease area is already mined and remaining area is covered with top
soil/overburden of about 2.40m. This waste comprises of top soil as well as overburden / waste.
The total waste to be generated from the mine area is expected to be 36782 m3 (0.92lakh
Tonnes) comprising about 4,598 Cu.m of top soil and 32,184 Cu.m over burden / waste and its
details are as follows:
S. No Section SectionalArea
Influence Volume TCF Quantity
m2 m m3 T/m3 Tonnes
1 A-A' 511.986 52 26623.272 2.5 66,558
2 B-B' 66.452 50 3322.6 2.5 8,307
3 D-D' 28.491 53 1510.023 2.5 3,775
4 E-E' 177.552 30 5326.56 2.5 13,316TOTAL 91,956
This waste will be used for road formation, filling of old pit on the Northern eastern side
of the lease area. The waste can also be dumped in proponents own land nearby or used for
other commercial purpose outside the lease as per norms.
3.4 QUARRYING METHOD AND MINE PLAN
As already mentioned, presently Semi-Mechanized opencast quarrying method is
adopted for exploiting the granite rocks.
Drilling will be done with jack hammers up to 1.5 m depth having 32 mm diameter holes
and the bench height will be maintained at 5 m ultimately. The blasting design system will be
properly planned with ideal spacing and burden patterns, ensuring appropriate stemming
column and reduced optimized explosive charge, so that ground vibratory effects, fly rocks,
etc., are properly regulated and controlled.
Necessary approvals for using of explosives are already obtained from explosive
department. Blasting is and will be carried out at designed time with proper safety measures to
prevent unauthorized entry and to avert mishaps. The Process flow diagram is given below:
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3.4.1 Proposed Rate of Production and Expected Life of Mine
The proposed peak production for the mine is about 200436 TPA which will be achieved
during the 2nd year. As per mineable reserves, the life of mine is 11.09 say 12 years.
.YEAR WISE PRODUCTION FOR THE 5 YEAR OF PLAN PERIOD
BUILDING STONE
Year Section lineBuilding Stone
(MT)
Waste (MT)
I BB’, CC’ and DD’ 194,959 12082
II BB’, CC’ and DD’ 200,436 Nil
III BB’, CC’ and DD’ 200,040 Nil
IV BB’, CC’ and DD’ 199,718 Nil
V AA’ and CC’ 199,896 66558
TOTAL 995,049 78640
• In the mining lease area the granite rocks occurs on a undulating terrain with highest
maximum RL of 49m AMSL in the central portion sloping towards North west and south
East. The minimum RL is 30 m AMSL in Southern side. Central portion of the lease area
is mined. The present mine position is shown in surface layout plan (Refer Plate No – 5
of Approved mine plan).
In future, it is proposed to mine the remaining unmined area on the southern, Northern
portion of the lease and in depth wards of western part of the already mined area up to
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+20.694m AMSL. It is proposed to carry out mining operations by systematic formation
of benches in the already mined central portion.
Subsequently mining will be carried out in the Southern portion proceeding gradually
towards northern direction. At the end of fifth year the mine will reach 10 RL.
Subsequently during the conceptual period the mine will be worked out vertically and
ultimately reach -30RL. The conceptual plan and cross section is shown in Plate No –
10 & 11 of Approved Mine plan.
The central part of lease area is already mined and the remaining area is covered with
soil /overburden cap in the range of 2.40 m thickness. This waste comprises top soil as
well as overburden / waste. This waste will be used for road formation, filling of old pit
on the Northern eastern side of the lease area. The waste can also be dumped in
proponents own land nearby or used for other commercial purpose outside the lease as
per norms.
Since the life of the mine is expected to be 12 years, the end of 12th year will be the
ultimate stage of mining. Conceptual plan and Section depicting the end of mine
operation stage is given Vide Plate No – 10 & 11 of Approved mine plan.
In the mine closure stage, water body will be formed up to the RL of +30 m AMSL. The
higher benches above +30 m AMSL will be reclaimed by bench plantation. Out of 3.670
Ha of mined out area, 3.2868 Ha will be left as water body and the remaining 0.3832 Ha
of area above general RL will be reclaimed back with bench plantation / plantation.
The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +30m AMSL. This pit will act
as a settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet. etc.,
Most of the mine water will be used for green belt, dust suppression, etc. Clear
supernatant water after settling can be let out of this pond after passing through settling
traps. The mined area will be properly fenced all around.
Plantation will be done in all possible vacant places within the lease area including the
mine periphery i.e 7.5m safety zone. Besides, plantation can be done in the nearby
lands owned by the proponents. Local species in consultation with the state forest
department can be chosen for this purpose. The Mine closure is depicted in the Mine
Closure plan and section shown in Plate No -12 & 13 of Approved mine plan.
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3.4 Extent of Mechanization:
The list of machinery used in this quarry is given below:
S.No Machinery Capacity Numbers
1 Hydraulic Excavator with rock breaker 1.0 m3 3
2 Tractor with Compressor - 1
3 Jack Hammer - 4
4 Tipper 10T / 20 T 6
5 Water Tanker Mounted in Truck - 1
3.5 LAND USE PLAN
The entire mine lease area of 4.310 Ha is patta land and is in the possession of lessee.
Presently, 0.8090Ha is already covered under mined out area. In the ultimate stage, after
leaving safety barrier around the lease, the remaining lease area can be covered under mine
area. Thus, the present land use and ultimate stage of mining land use will be as under:
S.No Particulars Extent in Ha
Present land use End of mine life
1 Mine area 0.809 3.670
2 Safety Zone / Undisturbed 3.501 0.640
Total area Utilized 4.310 4.310
In the mine closure stage, water body will be formed up to the RL of +30 m AMSL. The
higher benches above +30 m AMSL will be reclaimed by bench plantation. Out of 3.670 Ha of
mined out area, 3.2868 Ha will be left as water body and the remaining 0.3832 Ha of area
above general RL will be reclaimed back with bench plantation / plantation.
The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +30m AMSL. This pit will act
as a settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet. etc., Most of
the mine water will be used for green belt, dust suppression, etc. Clear supernatant water after
settling can be let out of this pond after passing through settling traps. The mined area will be
properly fenced all around.
Plantation will be done in all possible vacant places within the lease area including the
mine periphery i.e 7.5m safety zone. Besides, plantation can be done in the nearby lands
owned by the proponents. Local species in consultation with the state forest department can
be chosen for this purpose. The Mine closure is depicted in the Mine Closure plan and section
shown in Plate No -12 & 13 of Approved mine plan.
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3.6 SITE SERVICES:
In this quarry all site services such as first-aid room, office, rest room, canteen, toilets
and magazine will be established. The workers are also supplied with helmets, safety boots,
ear plugs, masks, gloves, etc., as personal protective devices.
3.7 USE OF FINISHED PRODUCTS FROM QUARRY AND THEREON:
The quarry output will be sent to their own crusher unit situated on the eastern portion
outside the mine lease area and also to the outside crusher for the production of Stone
aggregates and M-sand. The stone excavated from the mine will be transported to the
destination from mine-site through tippers. No beneficiation is proposed to be carried out.
3.8 REQUIREMENTS:
3.8.1 MAN POWER:
About 18 persons will find direct employment in the quarry operation. Indirectly, more
than 50 people get employed in various project and allied services like logistics, loading, green
belt creation, miscellaneous services etc.
3.8.2 WATER REQUIREMENT AND SOURCE:
The water requirement for the mining operation is about 6.0 KLD with the following
break up:
3. Domestic & sanitary needs - 1.0 KLD
4. Dust suppression, plantation etc. - 5.0 KLD
- - - - - -TOTAL 6.0 KLD
- - - - - -The entire water requirement for industrial activities such as Dust suppression and
greenbelt development is met from own well.
3.8.3 EFFLUENT SYSTEM:
The only effluent arising from the mine lease will be domestic effluent to the tune of
about 0.4 KLD. This will be suitably discharged with septic tank with soak pits.
3.8.4 ELECTRICITY REQUIREMENTS:
There is an electric supply line passing in the village. The power connection for office
use is available near the site.
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CHAPTER IV
SITE ANALYSIS
4.1 CONNECTIVITY:
The project site is having good connectivity and access facilities and is approachable
from Ambayathdou in Kozhikode to Wayanad Road. The location map of the lease area is
given as Plate No.1 of Approved mine plan.
4.2 LAND FORM, LAND USE AND LAND OWNERSHIP:
The entire mine lease area of 4.310 Ha is patta land and is in the possession of lessee.
NOC to conduct quarry activity was obtained from other land owners.
4.3 TOPOGRAPHY AND DRAINAGE:
The area is an undulating terrain with highest maximum RL of 49m AMSL in the central
portion sloping towards North west and south East. The minimum RL is 30 m AMSL in
Southern side.
There are no streams or river within the lease area. In the buffer zone, Iruttulipuzha–
800m -E (aerial), Irruvanni Puzha – 8.1 Kms SE (Aerial), Punnur puzha – 9.3 km – SW (aerial)
– are away from the mine lease boundary.
4.4 PROJECT LAYOUT IN RELATION TO IMPORTANT NATURAL FEATURES:
The lease area does not include any forest land. Ecologically sensitive features like
national parks, biospheres, sanctuaries, elephant corridors, Tiger reserves, etc., does not occur
in the core and buffer zone of 10km areas around the project. The area does not come under
CRZ category. The Manatti Mala Forest area (Vested Forest) is 4.0kms away from the lease
boundary on North Western side.
4.5 EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE:
The area has good access facilities and all site services such as first-aid room, office,
rest room, canteen, toilets, magazine are established. The workers are also supplied with
helmets, safety boots, ear plugs, masks, gloves, etc as personal protective devices.
4.6 CLIMATE SCENARIO:
Kozhikode features highly humid tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures
recorded from March to May. A brief spell of pre-monsoon hits the city sometime during April.
However, the primary source of rain is the South-west monsoon that sets in the first week of
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June and continues until September. The city receives significant precipitation from the North-
East Monsoon that sets in from the second half of October through November. The average
annual rainfall is 3,266 mm. The weather is milder from December/January until March when
the skies are clear. Winters are seldom cold. The minimum temperature ranges between 22
and 25.8ºC and the maximum between 28.2 and 32.9ºC. The temperature reaches its peak in
the month of April and attains minimum in January. The relative humidity ranges from 74 to 92
% during morning hours and from 64 to 89% in evening hours. The monsoon months record
high humidity.
4.7 SOIL STATUS:
The western part of lease area is already mined and remaining area is covered with soil
/overburden cap in the range of 2.40 m thickness. The soil in the area is generally of silty clay
loam or clay loam type.
4.8 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE:
There will be direct employment to more than 18 persons. The project proponent will
implement CSR activities to the local community around the project site. The CSR schemes are
identified to meet the specific needs and requirement of the concerned group/person of any
organization/Institutions and an annual budgetary grant of about Rs. 5 lakhs is allocated.
S.No ParticularsCapitalCost inLakhs
RecurringCost in Lakhs
1. EDUCATION FACILITIES:
a. Schools in and aroundRaroth
Providing uniforms, Note books,Bags, Uniforms, Stationery itemsfor Students(Rs. 2000 * 30 Students * 5Yrs)
-3.0
Providing Milk, food and otherprovisions to Anganwadis(Rs.10,000 *5 yrs)
-0.50
Providing financial assistance forsports and promotion( Rs.25,000 *5 yrs)
-1.25
Supply of building materials - 2.0
b. AnganwadySupplying toys and other items forplaying
-1.0
2. MEDICAL FACILITIES:
a. Financial assistance for conducting medical camp - 2.0
4. AREA DEVELOPMENT:
Kattipad Panchayat
Maintenance of Panchayat road - 2.0
Contribution to bridge 4.0 -
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construction/development
Drainage development in nearbyareas
8.0 -
Supplying drinking water duringsummer
- 0.65
Donating tree guard to forestdepartment
- 0.60
Sub total 12 13
Total Cost(Capital and Recurring)
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CHAPTER V
PLANNING BRIEF
The quarry output will be utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver Sand (P) Ltd and
also in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
There is a good demand for rubble for producing stone aggregates which is extensively
used in construction sector. Crushed Aggregates from crushers, meet the domestic
requirement for road making, building purposes and other construction activities in various
spheres such as infrastructural creation, need for IT parks, real estate buildings, malls etc.
The project proponent will implement CSR activities to the local community around the
project site. The CSR schemes are identified to meet the specific needs and requirement of the
concerned group/person of any organization/Institutions and an annual budgetary grant of
about Rs. 5 lakhs is allocated.
All necessary infrastructural requirements like as first-aid room, office, rest room,
canteen, toilets, magazine are established. The workers are also supplied with helmets, safety
boots, ear plugs, masks, gloves, etc as personal protective devices.
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PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE
In this quarry all site services such as first-aid room, office, rest room, canteen, toilets,
magazine are established. The workers are also supplied with helmets, safety boots, ear plugs,
masks, gloves, etc as personal protective devices. No infrastructure facility is proposed as of
now.
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CHAPTER VII
REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT PLAN (R & R PLAN)
The mine lease area of the Granite Building stone quarry of M/S. Highland Silver Sands
is a Patta land and is in lessee’s possession. As such, the question of (R&R) plans does not
arise.
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CHAPTER VIII
TIME SCHEDULE
8.1 TIME SCHEDULE FOR THE PROJECT:
The central part of lease area is already mined on the western side and remaining area
is covered with top soil/overburden. Based on the targeted peak production of 2,00,436 TPA,
the expected life of mine will be 12 years. However the life of mine may increase in case of not
achieving the targeted production during the plan period.
8.2 PROJECT COST AND ECONOMIC VIABILITY:
This is a working mine and as such estimation of project cost at this juncture does not
arise.
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver sand (P) Ltd and also
in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand.
These products have good local market and hence the project is economically quite
viable.
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CHAPTER IX
ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL (FINAL RECOMMENDATION)
The quarry output is utilized in the crusher unit of Highland Silver sand (P) Ltd and also
in the outside crusher unit for the production of Stone aggregates and M-sand which are
essential supply components in road making, construction activities and building works,
which are all core sectors for infrastructural growth of the country, for which under the
12th five year plan, Government of India has planned for a hefty financial outlay of one
trillion US Dollars.
This quarry would result in overall development of the region in its own way due to
provision of direct & indirect employment, improvement in the general living standards
and knowledge sharing, improved wage level and living standards of the local people
and continual improvements of the local amenities for the local society.
The project proponent will implement CSR activities to the local community around the
project site. The CSR schemes are identified to meet the specific needs and
requirement of the concerned group/person of any organization/Institutions and an
annual budgetary grant of about Rs. 5 lakhs is allocated.
Financially, the local community will have benefits like increased income levels, better
life styles etc. Besides, the local panchayat, State and Central Governments will also
benefit due to receipt of taxes, cess, royalties, etc. from the output of the project.
Looking to the various tangible benefits accruing to the country, the state and the local
community, as stated above, the project is worthy of approval for further continuous
operation in future for improvement in infrastructural growth, social and physical
infrastructure, and financial benefits accrual.
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EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SCENARIO
1.0 GENERAL:
The existing environmental data for various environmental attributes like ambient air,
water quality etc., were collected in the study area. The studies and data collection have been
carried out systematically and meticulously as per relevant IS codes, CPCB and MOEF&CC
guidelines and the data collected for these parameters are given in this report.
For the purpose of study, the area has been divided into two zones, namely, core and
buffer zones. Core zone covers 4.310Ha of land. The entire mine lease area is a patta land with
no forest or agricultural areas involved. A view of the mine area is shown in Enclosure – 7 and
satellite image of the quarry site is shown in Figure No – 2.
The buffer zone covers an area of 10 km radius from the periphery of the ML area.
There are no habitations near the ML area. The nearest habitation is 180 m away from the
lease boundary. Only few working /abandoned quarries, own Crusher, own RMC unit, Road
and natural vegetation are available within 500 m radius from the lease area. The features
within the 5 km radius from lease area are shown in Figure No - 3.
View of the Quarry area Figure No - 2
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Figure No - 3
INDEX PLAN SHOWING 5 km RADIUS
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1.1 ENVIRONMENT SETTING OF THE STUDY AREA – 10 KM RADIUS:
S.No PARTICULARS DETAILS
1 Mine site topography The granite rocks occur on an undulating terrain with
highest maximum RL of 49m AMSL in the central
portion sloping towards North west and South east.
The minimum RL is 30 m AMSL in the Southern side.
2 Nearest highway NH – 212(Calicut to Kolleagal) - 1.60 km - W
3 Nearest Railway station Kozhikode - 35.0 km - SW
4 Nearest Airport Kozhikode Airport - 45.0 km - SW
5 Nearest major water bodies Iruttulipuzha– 800m -E (aerial), Irruvanni Puzha – 8.1
Kms SE (Aerial), Punnur puzha – 9.3 km – SW
(aerial)
6 Water source for the project Own well
7 Nearest town/City Tamarasseri – 3.2km - SW
8 Nearest village/habitation The nearest habitation is 180 m away from the lease
boundary.
9 Notified Archaeologically important
places, Monuments
Nil within the study area
10 Local Places of Historical and Tourism
Interest
Nil
11 Environmental sensitive areas,
Protected areas as per Wildlife
Protection Act, 1972 (Tiger reserve,
Elephant reserve, Biospheres, National
parks, Wildlife sanctuaries, community
reserves and conservation reserves)
Nil within the study area
12 Reserved / Protected Forests The Manatti Mala Forest area (Vested Forest) is
4.0kms away from the lease boundary on North West
side.
13 Defense Installations Nil within the study area
14 Seismic Zone Zone – III ( Moderate)
15 Other Industries in the area Other than a few working quarries and crushers, there
are no other industries in the area.
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1.2 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY:
1.2.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY (AAQ):
1.2.1.1 GENERAL:
The ambient air quality depends upon the emission sources, meteorological conditions
and the background concentration of specific contaminants. The principal objective of the
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (AAQM) is to assess the existing levels of ambient air quality in
and around the lease area for assessing the impact on air quality due to mining activity in the
region.
With the above objective, the following parameters were analyzed at the sampling
locations established in the study area.
Particulate Matter (PM10)
Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
Sulphur Dioxide
Oxides of Nitrogen
Carbon Monoxide
1.2.1.2 DESIGN CRITERIA FOR AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING STUDY NETWORK:
Ambient Air quality has been assessed through a net-work of 3 ambient air quality
stations. The following methodology has been considered for the design of ambient air quality
monitoring network in the area.
Topography / terrain of study area.
Populated areas within study area
Residential /sensitive areas within study area
Magnitude of surrounding industries
Representation of regional background levels.
Representation of cross sectional distribution in down wind direction
Predominant wind direction and wind pattern
Three air sampling locations were selected for air quality study based on the above
criteria. The details of the locations are given below.
LOCATION CODE LOCATION
HA1 Near Mine Lease Area
HA2 Erood
HA3 Ambayathode1.2.1.3 SAMPLING METHODOLOGY:
Standard monitoring and analysis procedures were adopted for determining the Air
quality parameters. The methodology adopted is briefly described here under:
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Particulate Matter (PM10) - Gravimetric (IS 5182: Part 23:2006)
Particulate Matter (PM2.5) - Gravimetric
Sulphur Dioxide - Calorimetric (West & Gaeke Method) (IS 5182: Part 02: 2001)
Oxides of Nitrogen - Calorimetric (Modified Jacob & Hocheiser Method) (IS 5182:
Part 06:2006)
Carbon Monoxide - CO Monitor
The PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2 and CO is monitored as per prescribed guidelines/ methods.
1.2.1.4 DATA ANALYSIS:
The AAQ monitored data for above locations are given in Enclosure- 10A. From the
table it is seen that, in the ambient air, the PM10 values were in the range from 42.9 to
73.2µg/m3. PM2.5 values were in the range from 19.3 to 33.7µg/m3. SO2 levels were ranging
from 3.4 to 4.6µg/m3. NO2 levels were ranging from 6.3 to 8.0µg/m3. While comparing with the
NAAQ Norms, all monitored PM2.5, SO2, NO2, values were found to be well within the respective
limit values of 100µg/m3, 60µg/m3, 80µg/m3 and 80µg/m3. All AAQ stations have reported
values to be well within prescribed limits. The CO values in the all locations are found to be
below detectable limit.
1.2.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT:
1.2.2.1 GENERAL:
Assessment of baseline data on water environment includes Identification of water
resources, Collection of water samples and analyzing the collected water samples for physico-
chemical parameters as per standards.
1.2.2.2 SAMPLING STATIONS:
3 ground water samples were collected at the following locations:
Station Code Station Name
HW1 NEAR MINE LEASE AREA
HW2 EROOD
HW3 AMBAYATHODE
1.2.2.3 SAMPLING METHODOLOGY:
Water samples were collected in 2 litre fresh cans as per IS 3025 Part - I and
transported to the laboratory in Ice boxes.
1.2.2.4 DATA ANALYSIS:
Results of the collected water samples are given in Enclosure – 10B. The summary of
the water sampling results are given below
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Parameter Unit HW1 HW2 HW3IS *
Acceptablelimits
IS *Permissible
limits
Total Dissolved Solids mg/l 16.0 22.0 35.0 500 2000
Total Hardness as CaCO3mg/l 11.5 14.4 24.0 200 600
Chloride as Cl-mg/l 6.8 12.7 9.8 250 1000
Free Residual Chlorine asCl-
mg/l BDL(D.L - 0.2)
BDL(D.L - 0.2)
BDL(D.L. - 0.2)
0.2 1.0
Iron as Femg/l
0.03 0.02 0.16 0.3No
relaxation
Fluoride as Fmg/l
0.60BDL
(D.L - 0.1)0.25 1.0 1.5
Microbiological Parameter
Total Coliform MPN/100ml <2 <2 <2 Shall not be detected inany 100 ml sampleE.Coli MPN/100ml <2 <2 <2
From the above, it was clear that, all the parameters were mostly within the limits.* IS 10500: 2012
1.2.3 NOISE ENVIRONMENT:
1.2.3.1 GENERAL:
Sound can be defined as atmospheric or air vibration perceptible to ear. Noise is usually
unwanted or undesired sound. Consequently, particular sound can be noise to one person and
not to others or noise at one time and not at other time. Hence sound enough to be harmful is
called noise without regard to its characteristics. Noise is a form of pollution because it can cause
hearing impairment and psychological stresses.
The noise level measurement in the core zone and nearby buffer zone area was carried
out to evaluate the impact on noise environment due to mining operation.
Noise level measurements were taken at the selected locations using noise level meter.
Noise level measurements were taken during the mine working period.
1.2.3.2 MONITORING LOCATIONS & METHODOLOGY:
Noise measurements were carried out using Lutron SL 4001 sound level meter at 3
ambient air quality monitoring locations.
Station Code Station Name
HN1 NEAR MINE LEASE AREA
HN2 EROOD
HN3 AMBAYATHODE
1.2.3.3 DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION:
The results of noise levels for above locations are given in Enclosure – 10C. From the
table it is observed that the existing noise level in the core zone location (HN1) for day equivalent
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& night equivalent is 55.3dB(A) & 38.3dB(A) which is below the work zone exposure limit of 90
dB(A). In the buffer zone, the day equivalent is ranged between 42.7dB(A) to 56.7dB(A) &
night equivalent is 37.9 to 41.4 dB(A) which is below the MOEF Norm of 55 dB(A) for day time
& 45 dB(A) for night time in Residential areas.
1.2.4 SOIL CHARACTERISTICS:
1.2.4.1 GENERAL:
Soil is defined as the naturally deposited, unconsolidated material which covers the
earth’s surface, whose chemical, physical properties are capable of plant growth. Soil itself is
very complex. Soil contains mineral particles, air, water and organic matter.
Soil texture has an important role in nutrient management and the size distribution of the
mineral particles (sand, silt, clay). Depending on the size of the particles in the soil, it can be
classified in to sandy, silty, clay, loamy, peaty and chalky soils.
1.2.4.2 MONITORING LOCATIONS:
Soil samples were collected from 2 locations to assess the soil quality in and around the
mines.
The locations are:
HS1 - Near Mine Lease Area
HS2 - Erood
1.2.4.3 DATA ANALYSIS:
The analyzed quality data for the collected 2 soil samples are provided in
Enclosure – 10D.
Results of the soil samples show that the Electrical Conductivity values ranges between
39.86 to 50.14 µmhos/cm. The soil samples are silty clay loam and clay loam types.
Phosphorus values ranges between 2.01 to 2.3 µg/g. Total Nitrogen values ranges
between 162.8 to 427.4 mg/kg. Sodium values ranges between 477.5 to 538.7 mg/kg.
1.2.5 LAND ENVIRONMENT:
As already mentioned, the central part of the mine lease area is already mined and the
remaining area is unmined. The buffer zone of the study area includes varying land use like
plantation, few quarries, vegetation, river, forests, etc.
1.2.6 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT:
1.2.6.1 Flora:
Core Zone
The central part of the mine lease area is already mined and the remaining
unmined area consists of vegetation. The list of species found in the core zone is given below:
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S.No BOTANICAL NAMEMALAYALAMNAME
FAMILY NAME
Trees
1 Cassia chinensis Jacq. Ponnamthakara Caesalpiniaceae
2 Careya arboria Roxb. Pezhumaram Barringtoniaceae
3 Morinda tinctoria Roxb. Manajanathi Rubiaceae
4 Wrightia tomentosa Roxb. Palamaram Apocynaceae
5 Butea frondosa Koen. Roxb. Plas Fabaceae
6 Mallotus tetracoccus (R)Kurz. Vata Euphorbiaceae
7 Lagarstromia speciosa Lam. Manimaruthu Lythraceae
8 Buchanania latifolia Roxb. Muralmaram Anacordiaceae
9 Erithrina indica Lam. Murikku Leguminosae
10 Bamboosa aurindinesia Willd. Mula/Bamboo Graminae
Shrubs
1 Lantena camera L. Arippa Verbenaceae
2 Cycus circinalis L. Eenthu Cycadaceae
Herbs
1 Sida rhombifolia Juss Aanakkurunthotti Malvaceae
2 Abutilon indicum L . S. W. Oorakom Malvaceae
3 Acalypha fruticosa Forssk. Kuppamei Euphorbiaceae
4 Sida cordifolia L. R. Br. Vella kurunthotti Malvaceae
5 Sida accuta L. Manja karunthotti Malvaceae
6 Mimosa pudica L. Thottavadi Mimosaceae
7 Zizyphus enoplia Mill. Mullichedi Rhamnaceae
8 Tridax procumbens L. Vettukaithali Compositae
Climber
1 Cuscutta reflens Roxb. Cuscutta Convolvulaceae
2 Ipomoea reniformis Clois Elicheviyan Convolvulaeae
3 Vigna vexiletta Roxb. Kattuzhunnu Leguminosae
4 Vigna trilobata Ar. Cn. Kattucherupayar Leguminosae
5 Phaseolus adenanthus Meyar Narippayar Leguminosae
Grasses
1 Eragrostis noseuroides Beauv Attudharbha Gramineae
2 Kyllinga monocephala Roxb. Kuzhi muthanga Cyparaceae
3 Cymbopogon schoenanthus L. Gandhathrinam Graminae
4 Andropogon exilis R. Br. Chonokapullu Graminae
5 Cymbopogon coloratus R. Br. Nanmukapullu Graminae
6 Cyperus tuberosus Rith. Muthanga/Kora Cyperaceae
Ferns
1Nephrolepis cordifolia(L.) K. Presl
Fern Lomariopsidaceae
2 Gleichenia sps. Fern Gleicheniaceae
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Buffer Zone:
The Manatti Mala Forest area (Vested Forest) is located at about 4.0km from the
lease boundary on North Western side. The list of flora found in the buffer zone is given below:
Details of Flora in the Buffer area
S.No Species Name Common Name Family
Trees
1 Anacardium occidentale L. Anacardiaceae
2 Annona squamosal L Annonaceae
3 Areca catechu L Boa Arecaceae
4 Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam. Jackfruit Moraceae
5 Artocarpus hirsutus Moraceae
6 Caesalpinia pulcherrima (L.) Fabaceae
7 Carica papaya L Papaya caricaceaea
8 Cassia fistula L. Kanikonna Caesalpiniaceae
9 Cocos nucifera L Coconut Tree Arecaceae
10 Garcinia indica Clusiaceae
11 Hevea brasiliensis Müll.Arg. Rubber Euphorbiaceae
12 Mallotus nudiflorus Lam Euphorbiaceae
13 Mangifera indica L. Maa Anacordiaceae
14 Moringa oleifera Lam. Moringaceae
15 Musa × paradisiaca L Banana Musaceae
16 Odina wodier Roxb. Anacardiaceae
17 Psidium guajava L. Myrtaceae
19 Peltophorum pterocarpum (DC.) K. Heyne Perunkonrai Fabaceae
20 Samania saman Fabaceae
21 Senna siamea (Lam.) Fabaceae
22 Tamarindus indica L. Fabaceae
23 Tectona grandis L. Teak Lamiaceae
24 Theobroma cacao L. Malvaceae
25 Ziziphus jujuba Mill Rhamnaceae
Shrubs
1 Argemone sp Papaveraceae
2 Asclepias curassavica L. Apocynaceae
3 Bougainvillea glabra Nyctaginaceae
4 Canna indica L. Cannaceae
5 Grewia asiatica L Malvaceae
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6 Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. Malvaceae
7 Lantana camara L Verbanaceaea
8 Nerium indicum Mill Arali Apocynaceae
9 Ocimum sanctum L Tulasi Laimaceae
10 Tabernaemontana divaricate R.Br. Apocynaceae
11 Tecoma stans (L.) Bignoniaceae
12 Wrightia tinctoria (Roxb.) Apocynaceae
Herbs
1 Abutilon indicum Sweet Malavaceae
2 Mimosa pudica L. Fabaceae
3 Sida cordifolia L. R. Br Malvaceae
4 Toddalia asiatica (L.) Lam. Rutaceae
5 Tridax procumbens L Aesteraceae
Ferns
1 Nephrolepis exaltata (L.) Schott Lomariopsidaceae
2 Nephrolepis cordifolia (L.) K. Presl Lomariopsidaceae
Climbers
1 Clitoria ternatea L Butterfly Pea Fabaceae
2 Phaseolus adenanthus Meyar Fabaceae
3 Piper nigram L. Black Pepper Piperaceae
4 Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. Cow Pea Fabaceae
5 Vigna vexillata Roxb Fabaceae
Grasses
1 Andropogon exilis R. Br Chonokapullu Graminae
2 Cymbopogon coloratus R. Br Poaceae
3 Cyperus tuberosus Rith. Muthanga/Kora Cyperaceae
4 Eragrostis cynosuroides Beauv Poaceae
There is no endemic, endangered, threatened and rare plants observed anywhere in the
core and buffer zone.
Fauna
There is no Wild Life Sanctuary or National Park or Biosphere within the study area of
10 km. The list of fauna Species are given below.
S.No Zoological Name Common NameSchedule Number as per
Wildlife Protection Act, 19721 Macacus sinicus Bonnet monkey II2 Felischaus affinis Jungle cat II3 Herpestes fuscus Common mongoose II4 Canis indicus Jackal II5 Cyon deccanensis Wild dog II
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There are no Schedule I species in the core or buffer zone.
1.2.7 HYDROGEOLOGICAL STATUS:
Groundwater occurs in the weathered and fractured portions of crystalline formations
and alluvial formations in the district. Phreatic conditions exist in weathered formation and are
mostly developed by dug wells for domestic and irrigation purposes. Semi-confined to confined
conditions exist in deep fractures where storage and movement of groundwater is mainly
controlled by the fracture system. Deep bore wells with high yield are located along fractures /
lineaments.
Weathered, Fissured and Fractured crystalline rocks, laterite and alluvium are the major
hydrogeological formations occurring in Kozhikode district. Groundwater occurs under phreatic
condition in weathered crystallines and under confined to semi-confined conditions in deeper
crystalline formations. Dug wells are the suitable abstraction structures in this area. The depth
to water level varies from 0.73 (Tamarasseri) to 16.11 m bgl (Kozhikode) during pre-monsoon
6 Pteropus medius Fruit bat II7 Sciurus indicus Large indian squrirrel II8 Mus rattus Common indian rat V9 Corvus splendens House crow V10 Dendrocitta rufa rufa Tree-pies IV11 Aegithina tiphia Common iora IV12 Molpastes haemorrhous Bulbul IV13 Terpsiphoni paradisi Common fly catcher IV14 Lalage sykesii Cuckoo IV15 Munia malacca Munia IV16 Passer domesticus House sparrow IV17 Monticola solitaria pandoo Indian blue IV18 Galerida malabarica Malabar crested lark IV19 Xantholaema haemacephala
luteaCrimson-breastedbarbet
IV
20 Alcedo atthis taprobana Common king fisher IV21 Columba livia intermedia Common pigeon IV22 Sitana anamallayana Common lizard II23 Chamaeleon zeylanicus Common
ChamaeleonII
24 Mabuya carinata (Aranei) Common skink IV25 Rana aurantiaca Frog IV26 Parantirrhoea marshalli Brown butterfly IV27 Leptosia mina mina White butterfly IV28 Dendrophis bifrenalis
(Komperi)Komperi mooken IV
29 Dryophis mycterizans Pacchai pampu IV30 Bungarus caeruleus Kattu virian IV
31 Naia bungarus Karu nagam IV32 Naja naja Nalla pampu IV33 Vipera russelli Kannadiviriyan IV
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(April, 2011) and from 0.26 to 10.62 m bgl during post monsoon (November, 2011). The yield of
dug wells in phreatic formations ranges between 5 and 10 m3/day with pumping duration
ranging from less than 1 to 4 hours in a day. The open dug wells are used for domestic
purposes and their yield reduces during drought periods.
The stage of ground water development as per Central Ground Water Authority study,
the ML area falls in “Koduvally” block which is categorized under “Safe” category.
Block
NetAnnual
GWAvailability,
MCM
Existinggross GWdraft for
irrigation,MCM
Existing grossGW draft fordomestic &industrial
water supply,MCM
Existinggross
groundwaterdraftfor alluses
Stage ofGW
development
%
Categorization ofblock
Angamaly 47.59 5.81 13.92 19.73 41.45 Safe
CATEGORIZATION OF BLOCKS Figure No - 4
2.8 SOCIO ECONOMIC SCENARIO:
The lease area falls in Kozhikode district of Kerala. Many people are involved in
agricultural activities, some are marginal workers and the rest are non-workers. Some are
also employed in different industries in the nearby town and do trading and commercial
plantation. The demographic details of nearby villages around the proposed project site are
detailed below.
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POPULATION DETAILS
NAMES OF DISTRICT/
VILLAGES
HOUSE
HOLD
POPULATION LITERATURE
Total Male Female Total Male Female
Kozhikode District697710 3086293 1470942 1615351 2615443 1266939 1348504
Kozhikode Taluk372274 1670860 805531 865329 1426872 695261 731611
Villages
Raroth 7724 33286 16016 17270 28051 13766 14285Vavad 3239 14818 6938 7880 12004 5753 6251Koodathayi 3294 13563 6489 7074 11569 5648 5921Puthur 4791 21466 10336 11130 17249 8527 8722
OCCUPATIONAL DETAILS
NAME OF VILLAGE TOTAL WORKERS MAIN WORKERS MARGINAL WORKERS NON WORKERS
TOTAL MALE FEMALE TOTAL MALE FEMALE TOTAL MALE FEMALE TOTAL MALE FEMALE
Kozhikode District948981 752333 196648 754187 637099 117088 194794 115234 79560 2137312 718609 1418703
Kozhikode Taluk522578 419154 103424 435431 365466 69965 87147 53688 33459 1148282 386377 761905
Villages
Raroth 10094 8125 1969 7926 6697 1229 2168 1428 740 23192 7891 15301
Vavad 3718 3150 568 2483 2289 194 1235 861 374 11100 3788 7312
Koodathayi 4930 3632 1298 4297 3227 1070 633 405 228 8633 2857 5776
Puthur 6265 4971 1294 4461 3901 560 1804 1070 734 15201 5365 9836(Data as per census 2011)
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN, ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
PROGRAMME, RISK ANALYSIS & CONTROL MEASURES
1.0 IMPACT DUE TO QUARRYING AND MITIGATION MEASURES
1.1 IMPACT ON LAND ENVIRONMENT:
The total proposed mining lease area of 4.310 Ha is patta land and is in the possession
of lessee. Presently, 0.8090Ha is already covered under mined out area. These details are
shown in the surface layout plan. (Refer Plate No – 5 of Approved mine plan). In the ultimate
stage, after leaving safety barrier around the lease, the remaining lease area can be covered
under mine area. Thus, the present land use and ultimate stage of mining land use will be as
under:
S.No Particulars Extent in Ha
Present land use End of mine life
1 Mine area 0.809 3.670
2 Safety Zone / Undisturbed 3.501 0.640
Total area Utilized 4.310 4.310
In the mine closure stage, water body will be formed up to the RL of +30 m AMSL. The
higher benches above +30 m AMSL will be reclaimed by bench plantation. Out of 3.670 Ha of
mined out area, 3.2868 Ha will be left as water body and the remaining 0.3832 Ha of area
above general RL will be reclaimed back with bench plantation / plantation. The mined area will
be properly fenced all around.
The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +30m AMSL. This pit will act
as a settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet. etc., Most of
the mine water will be used for green belt, dust suppression, etc. Clear supernatant water after
settling can be let out of this pond after passing through settling traps. The mined area will be
properly fenced all around.
The Mine closure is depicted in the Mine Closure plan and section shown in Plate No - 12 &
13.
1.2 IMPACT ON VARIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
The details of impact on various environmental factors and the mitigation measures
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S.NO PARAMETER ACTIVITY /
SOURCE
IMPACT CAUSE CONTROL MEASURES
1 Air
Environment
a) Drilling by
jack
hammer
Dust
generation
Gaseous
Emission
Particulate matter
smaller than 10 microns, can
settle in the bronchi and lungs
and cause health problems
like Bronchitis, Emphysema,
Bronchial Asthma, Irritation of
mucus membranes of eyes,
etc.
Particles smaller than
2.5 micrometers (PM2.5), tend
to penetrate into the lungs and
very small particles (< 100
nanometers) may pass
through the lungs to affect
other organs.
Vehicle emission can
also create various health
problems on human being
Covering of drill holes with wet cloth
Usage of sharp drill bits for drilling of holes.
Provision of dust filters / mask to workers working at
highly dust prone and affected areas.
b) Blasting
operation
Well-designed blasting parameter, effective
stemming to achieve optimum breakage occurs
without generating fines.
Use of appropriate explosives for blasting and
avoiding overcharging of blast holes.
Avoiding blasting during high wind periods where the
fine dust is carried out away easily affecting the
ambient air quality.
Use of controlled blasting techniques with milli
second delay detonators to keep the dust
generation, noise as well as vibration level within the
prescribed limits.
c) Movement
of HEMM.
Proper maintenance of machineries which avoids
excessive noise and vibration
Imparting sufficient training to operators on safety
and environmental parameters
Proper maintenance of hauling equipment.
d) Transporta
tion
Regular wetting of transport road using water tanker.
Avoiding overloading of tippers
Fixed Water sprinkling system to control dust
emission
Covering of loaded tippers with tarpaulins during
transportation
Development of green belt / barriers wherever
possible.
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Enclosing of the belt conveyor in crusher.
By adoption of all these measures, no significant adverse impact on air quality will be observed.
2 Water
Environment
a) Water usage
b) Quarry
working
faces and
dumps
Generation
domestic
effluents.
Soil erosion,
siltation due to
runoff / storm
water.
Reduction in
ground water
The direct impact on human
beings due to poor water
quality can lead to various
waterborne diseases like
diarrhea, jaundice, dysentery
etc.
Polluted water may not be
useful for human or animal
consumption etc., if not treated
to standards.
The rain water falling in the quarry will be
harvested up to +30m AMSL. This pit will act as a
settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with
discharge, before outlet. etc.,
Normally, the mine will be closed during rains, in
case of necessity accumulated rain water (free
from suspended solid material) from pit bottom
may be pumped out and may be used for watering
saplings/trees.
Most of the mine water will be used for green belt,
dust suppression, etc.
Clear supernatant water after settling can be let
out of this pond after passing through settling
traps.
Adoption of above measures ensures no impact on water quality due to this quarrying activity
3 Soil
Environment
Quarrying and
its allied
operation
Loss of top soil
Loss of soil
fertility & soil
quality
Affecting biotic environment Stacking of soil separately
Application of manure to retain its fertility
Spreading over reclaimed areas for plantation.
4 Noise
Environment
a)Drilling
b)Blasting
c)Movement of
vehicles
Prolonged
exposure to high
noise level is
harmful to the
human auditory
system and
uncomfortable
for working/
living.
Mental fatigue,
Rebellious attitude,
Annoyance and
Carelessness
Hearing impairment
Providing in-built mechanism for reducing sound
emissions
Sound proof operator’s cabin for equipment like
dumpers, shovel, tippers, etc.
Providing earplugs/earmuffs to workers exposed to
higher noise level
Proper and regular maintenance of equipment.
Planting of trees where ever possible to act as
acoustic barriers.
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Conducting regular health checkup of workers
including audiometry test for the workers engaged
in noise prone area.
Noise will be felt only near the active sources. There will be considerable reduction in the noise level due to the absorption factor,
environmental surroundings and other attenuation factor. As such there will not be any significant impact on noise environment due to this
project operation.
5 Vibration Blasting in
Quarry
Creation of
Vibrational effect
Fly rock
generation
Accident and injury
Damage to the nearby
structures if appropriate
technology and control
measures are not adopted
Optimum design for burden and spacing.
Inclined drilling practice, whenever necessary.
Reducing explosive charge to minimum.
Proper deck charging practices, looking to
consolidation and hardness of strata conditions.
Using ordinary electric milli second delay
detonators, in combination with detonating fuse
etc. This sequence of blasting reduces vibration to
a large extent, thereby minimizing propagation of
shock waves.
Avoiding blasting in unfavorable weather condition
By adoption of above measures, it will be ensured that ground vibrational levels due to blasting are maintained within the prescribed DGMS
conditions of 10 mm/s for the domestic houses/structures in circular of 29.8.1997.
6 Biological
Environment
Quarrying and
allied operation Clearance of
vegetation
Dust generation
Loss of vegetative cover
Retardation of tree growth, Tip
burning
Water sprinkling to arrest dust generation
Creation of green belt in all possible vacant places
within the lease area. Local species in consultation
with the state forest department can be chosen for
this purpose.
7 Occupational
Health
Quarrying and
allied operation
Dust generation.
Noise and
vibrational effect
Accidents
Dust related pneumonia
Tuberculosis
Rheumatic arthritis
Segmental vibration
Miner’s Nystagamus
Loss of life /machinery
Water sprinkling on haul roads.
Green belt creation wherever possible to arrest
dust and reduce noise propagation.
Good control measures for reducing air pollution,
& Control of noise levels.
Conducting Initial Medical examination (IME) at
pre-entry level stage of workers, and Periodical
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Medical Examination (PME) by qualified doctors,
as per DGMS circulars.
Providing Health report to employees regularly
after health check ups
Conducting Regular awareness campaigns
amongst staff and workers about AIDS, Malaria,
etc.,
Providing Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)
to all staff and workers to guard against excess
noise levels, Dust generation and inhalation, etc.,
as per standards prescribed by DGMS.
Imparting Vocational training to all workers/ staff
before induction, to make then familiar with jobs
and the safety precautions will be taken
MITIGATION MEASURES FOR SAFETY ASPECTS:
Formation of safety committee to overview all
safety aspects and corrective measures
enforcement.
Organization of safety contests and safety
campaigns regularly to update knowledge of safe
operational procedures, etc.
Frequent review of accident cases to ensure
initiation of prompt measures to avoid or reduce
accidents.
Provision of safety Helmets, goggles, safety boots,
ear muffs, gas masks, etc. to workers /staff to
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1.3 SOCIO ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT:
As there are no habitations or hutments in the core zone area, no rehabilitation or
resettlement problems are involved.
The existing environmental scenario in respect of ambient air quality, water quality,
Noise levels, water aspects, biological aspects, etc. shows that all these environmental
parameters are within the statutorily prescribed levels. As such, impact due to the project will be
positive on socio-economic aspects.
It will be ensured that the buffer zone of the mine lease will be properly preserved
environmentally in all respects within sustainable limits through necessary monitoring. The
project will be operated with care for minimizing environmental impacts with proper EMP
measures for pollution control which will be continued in future also.
The quarrying operation has resulted in direct employment opportunities for about 18
persons. Besides, indirectly more than 100 persons are benefited by gainful indirect
employment opportunities through various service related activities connected with the project
operations as shown under.
o Project related ancillary services.
o Project related logistical operations.
o Various trading services for consumer goods, spare parts, sundry items, etc.
o Contractual services connected with the project.
o Green belt and horticultural works in the project.
o Casual labor needs for various activities.
Because of such employment prospects and enhancement of income levels of local
community, their lifestyle, conditions of living, educational and health status, etc. will
considerably improve.
Besides, there are also benefits to the State and the Central governments through
financial revenues by way of royalty, tax, duties, etc. from this project directly and also
indirectly.
From the above details, it is clear that the project operations will have highly beneficial
positive impact in the area.
1.3.1 CSR ACTIVITIES:
There will be direct employment to more than 18 persons. The project proponent will
implement CSR activities to the local community around the project site. The CSR schemes are
identified to meet the specific needs and requirement of the concerned group/person of any
organization/Institutions and an annual budgetary grant of about Rs. 5 lakhs is allocated.
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1.4 BIO DIVERSITY MANAGEMENT PLAN
1.4.1 IMPACT OF MINING ON BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT:
The significance of impact on biological environment due to mining and allied activities
on various fronts is described below:
S. No ISSUES OBSERVATIONS
1Clearance of vegetation due to
mining and allied activities
Presently about 0.8090 Ha of ML area is covered under
the mining operation. The balance area has sparse
vegetation comprising mostly rubber trees and wild
grass which has to be removed before mining.
S. No ParticularsCapitalCost inLakhs
RecurringCost in Lakhs
1. EDUCATION FACILITIES:
a. Schools in and aroundRaroth
Providing uniforms, Note books,Bags, Uniforms, Stationery itemsfor Students(Rs. 2000 * 30 Students * 5Yrs)
-3.0
Providing Milk, food and otherprovisions to Anganwadis(Rs.10,000 *5 yrs)
-0.50
Providing financial assistance forsports and promotion( Rs.25,000 *5 yrs)
-1.25
Supply of building materials - 2.0
b. AnganwadySupplying toys and other items forplaying
-1.0
2. MEDICAL FACILITIES:
a. Financial assistance for conducting medical camp - 2.0
4. AREA DEVELOPMENT:
Kattipad Panchayat
Maintenance of Panchayat road - 2.0
Contribution to bridgeconstruction/development
4.0 -
Drainage development in nearbyareas
8.0 -
Supplying drinking water duringsummer
- 0.65
Donating tree guard to forestdepartment
- 0.60
Sub total 12 13
Total Cost(Capital and Recurring)
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However, Plantation will be done in all possible vacant
places within the lease area and in the periphery of the
lease area. There are no endangered or rare species of
flora in the mine area.
2
Retardation of tree growth, tip
burning, etc., due to deposition of
dust and the Particulate matter
generated from the mining
operation.
Necessary mitigation measures like dust suppression,
proper maintenance of equipment, roads will be carried
out to prevent dust generation.
3
Proximity to national park/ wildlife
sanctuary/reserve
forest/mangroves/Coastline/estua
ry /sea
The Manatti Mala Forest area (Vested Forest) is
4.0kms away from the lease boundary on North
Western side.
4
Release of effluent into the water
body that also supplies water to
wildlife
There will be no discharge of effluent from the mine.
5
Proposed project could increase
siltation that would affect nearby
biodiversity area
The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested in
the sump at the lowest level of the quarry. Most of the
mine pit water will be used for green belt, dust
suppression, etc. In addition to that settling pond with
slit trap is suggested towards southern end to prevent
solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet.
6
Activities of the project affects the
breeding/nesting sites of birds
and animals
In the ML area there is no wetland and natural flow of
water bodies in the core zone. A migratory bird needs
sufficient wetlands with sufficient food, shelter, roosting
places and nesting places which is not possible here.
7Located near an area populated
by rare or endangered species
There are no rare or endangered species within the
study area.
8
Risk of fall/slip or cause death to
wild animals due to project
activities
There are no wild animals in and around the lease area.
The mined area will be properly fenced all around to
prevent entry of men and animals in the mine pits.
9
Project affects the forest-based
livelihood/any specific forest
product on which local livelihood
depends
Not applicable
10Project likely to affect migration
routes
No migration routes are available in the area.
11Project likely to affect flora of an
area, which have medicinal value
No such significantly important medicinal value species
within the ML area and its nearby region.
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The project likely to affect
wetlands, fish breeding grounds,
marine ecology
There are no wetlands, fish breeding grounds or marine
ecology near the ML area which will be affected due to
this project.
There are no migratory corridors and rare endemic & endangered species. Therefore
there shall be no impacts due to quarrying activity on them.
Proper preservation of environmental attributes will be done in the mine, as
evidenced through monitoring of ambient air quality level, water quality & Noise level in
present conditions and its surrounding environ which are found to be within statutory levels.
Even though there are no appreciable negative impact on bio diversity and flora/fauna
status due to project operations, positive impacts will arise due to well-planned reclamation
measures for restoration of land status in the area ultimately to productive land category with
green belt development activities and along with creation of water resources in the abandoned
pits.
1.4.2 CONTROL MEASURES FOR BIOLOGICAL ASPECTS:
Due to adoption of proper mitigation measures, no major dust generation and significant
adverse impact on air quality will be observed.
Hence, no adverse impact on Plantation/Vegetation due to quarrying operation in
this lease is expected.
Methodical and well-planned plantation scheme will be carried out depending upon the
immediate need, priority and availability of land. The plantation is and will be done along the
lease boundary in a phased manner.
The objectives of the green belt cover will cover the following:
Noise abatement
Reuse of waste water to the extent possible
Prevention of soil erosion
Ecological restoration
Aesthetic, biological and visual improvement of area due to improved vegetative
and plantations cover.
During plantation development, the following aspects are considered in different areas:
A) Green belt around mine:
Tall growing, closely spaced, evergreen trees native to the area
Easy, quick early growth and establishment
Uniform spreading of crown habit
Timber trees having long gestation period
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Trees with high foliage density, leaves with larger leaf area
Attractive appearance with both good flowering and fruit bearing
Bird and insect attracting species
Suitable green cover with minimal maintenance
B) Avenue Trees:
Trees with conical canopy and with attractive flowering.
Trees with medium spreading branches to avoid obstruction to the traffic.
Trees with branching at 10 feet and above.
Green belt is already developed around office areas and in other possible locations in
the lease area and adjacent lands owned by the lessee. Details of afforestation proposed to be
carried out in the area is given below and the afforestation.
S.No Year Area
(In Ha)
No.of
Saplings
Location Remarks
1 I Year 0.10 200 Periphery of Mining
lease Local species will
be planted in
consultation with
the Forest
department
2 II Year 0.10 200
3 III Year 0.10 200
4 IV Year 0.10 200
5 IV Year 0.10 200
6 Post
operation
stage
0.3832 750 Reclamation of the area
by carrying out bench
plantation
TOTAL 0.8832 1750
2.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME
2.1 GENERAL:
The quarry in-charge will take care of all the environmental related works also. The
monitoring schedules are planned for systematic study of various pollution levels with respect to
air and water qualities, noise levels, etc., to ensure that they conform to the standards laid
down by Environmental Protection Act and various Central and State Pollution Control Board
Limits. The various methodologies and frequency of studies of all environmental quality
parameters also conform to norms laid down by MOEF, CPCB and SPCB in this respect. The
following monitoring schedules are to be adopted in this quarry.
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S. No Particulars Monitoring
Frequency
Monitoring
Location
Important Monitoring Parameters
1 Ambient Air
Quality
Monitoring
Once in a
year
Buffer Zone –
3/4 Locations.
Core Zone – 1
PM10, PM2.5,SO2, NOx & CO
2 Ambient
Noise Level
Once in a
year
2 – Core zone
2 – Buffer Zone
Noise monitoring at ambient air monitoring
locations & occupational noise will be carried
out. Besides, vibration studies in the nearby
villages are to be periodically carried out.
3 Water
Quality
Monitoring
Once in a
year
3 Ground Water
and 1 mine pit
water samples
Physical, chemical parameters. Other than the
above, the water discharged from the settling
pond shall also be analyzed for suspended
dissolved solids.
4 Soil Quality Once in a
year
Periphery of the
lease area
Parameter for soil quality: pH, texture,
electrical conductivity, organic matter, nitrogen,
phosphate, potassium and Magnesium.
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Table No - 1
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Table No - 2
NOISE LEVEL STANDARDS
THE ENVIRONMENT (PROTECTION) RULES, 1986
Area Code Category of Area Limits in dB(A) Leq
Day Time Night Time
(A) Industrial area 75 70
(B) Commercial area 65 55
(C) Residential area 55 45
(D) Silence Zone 50 40
Note:
1. Day time shall mean from 6 a.m. and 10.0 p.m.
2. Night time shall mean from 10.0 p.m. and 6 a.m.
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3. Silence zone is an area comprising not less than 100 meters around hospitals,
educational institutions, courts, religious places or any other area which is
declared as such by the competent authority.
4. Mixed categories of areas may be average as one of the four above mentioned
categories by the competent authority.
* dB(A) Leq denotes the time weighted average of the level of sound in decibels on scale A
which is relatable to human hearing.
A “decibel” is a unit in which noise is measured.
“A”, in dB(A) Leq, denotes the frequency weighting in the measurement of noise and
corresponds to frequency response characteristics of the human ear.
Leq: It is the energy mean of the noise level over a specified period.
Guidelines for permissible noise for industrial workers as laid down by Central Pollution
Control Board
Exposure time (in hr. per day) Limit in dB(A)
8 90
4 93
2 96
1 99
½ 102
¼ 105
1/8 108
1/16 111
1/32 114
2.2 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH:
Occupational health survey of staff and permanent workers will be undertaken once a
year to detect early incidence of diseases and for prompt remedial medical follow up in the
matter. Audiometry test for the workers will be done at regular interval for workers of the noise
prone area. Safety matters are also be reviewed periodically by safety in-charge.
2.3 LABORATORY SERVICES:
Monitoring will be carried out through external agencies.
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3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL COST ESTIMATE:
Various environmental control measures like provision of water sprinklers, greenbelt
plantation, monitoring of environmental parameters, etc., will be implemented as mentioned in
the mining plan. Expenses incurred towards environmental control measures are met from
revenue expenses.
The probable cost of annual recurring environmental control cost are calculated and
given below Table No – 3.
Table No – 3.
Environmental Control Cost
S.
No
Activity Capital cost
Rs. In lakhs
Recurring Cost
/Annum
Rs. In lakhs
1 Dust suppression 3.00 3.00
2 Monitoring of Environmental quality - 1.00
3 Green belt and afforestation - 1.00
4 Occupational Health & Hygiene 3.00 2.00
5 CSR activities budget, etc., - 5.00
6.00 12.0
Besides, For Panchayat level Biodiversity Management Committee 1 % of the profit will
be contributed to restore the ecosystem as per the direction given by the State Expert Appraisal
Committee, Kerala.
4.0 RISK ANALYSIS AND CONTROL MEASURES:
Risk assessment is a process whereby risks are analyzed, assessed and risk
management priorities are evaluated. It is defined as the characterization of the potential
adverse effect to human health & environment due to environmental hazards.
Objectives of risk assessment are :-
Identifying hazardous activities
Assessment of risk level and severity in different operations
Identification of control measures
Setting monitoring process
Reduce the impact of mishaps of all kinds
Reduce the inherent potential for major accidents
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Methodology of Risk assessment:-
Collection of information & identification of hazard
Classify their severity and probability of occurrence
Identification of exposed risks
Assess the risk and risk rating based on
Probability
Exposure
Consequence
Prioritization of the risks
Implementation of control measures
Monitoring risk assessment
Evaluation and correction
Factors of risks involved due to human induced activities in connection with this quarry
operations are 1) removal of O.B/waste material and side burden 2) drilling 3) blasting 4)
excavation and 5) transportation.
Other risk factors due to natural activities are 1) fire 2) water inundation 3) electricity
and 4) natural calamities. For the various risks, likely to arise, as above, detailed analysis of
causes and control measures is given below:
S.No Factors Causes of risks Control measures
1 Removal of
waste / side
burden / Material
a) Bench may slide due to its
unconsolidated nature.
b) Vibration due to movement
of vehicles in the benches.
Over all bench slope angle will be
maintained optimally as per DGMS/ SEIAA
requirement.
Working Bench width will be more than the
bench height.
2 Drilling a) Due to high pressure of
compressed air hoses may
burst
b)Jack hammer rod may
break due to improper
maintenance of the rod
-Periodical preventive maintenance and
replacement of worn out accessories in the
compressor and drill equipment
- As per manufacturers recommendation
rod to be replaced and bits will be changed
3 Blasting a) Fly rock, ground vibration
and noise etc.,
- Burden and spacing will be kept optimum
on trial basis.
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S.No Factors Causes of risks Control measures
b) Improper charging of
explosives
- Explosive charge per delay will be
minimized.
- Delay detonators will be used
4 Excavation a) Hauling and loading
equipment are in such
proximity while excavation
b) Swinging of bucket over
the body of tipper
c) Driving of unauthorized
person
- Operator shall not operate the machine
when person & vehicles are in such
proximity
- Shall not swing the bucket over the cab
and operator leaves the machine after
ensuring the bucket is on ground
-Shall not allow any unauthorized person
to operate the machine by effective
supervision
5 Transportation a)Operating the vehicle “nose
to tail”
b) Overloading of material
c) While reversal & overtaking
of vehicle
d) Operator of truck leaving
his cabin when it is loaded.
- It will be ensured that all these causes
will be nullified by giving training to the
operators
- No over loading
-Audio visual reverse horn will be provided
-Speed governors is already provided
-Proper training will be given
6 Fire due to
electricity and Oil
a)Due to the short circuit of
cables & other electrical parts
b) Due to the leakage of
inflammable liquid like diesel,
oil etc.,
- Commutator & electrical parts shall be
cleaned frequently with the help of dry air
blower
- All fastening parts and places will be
tightened.
7 Water inundation a) Inrush of storm water due
to heavy rain
b) Unusual seepage of water
c)Sudden collapse of
peripheral bund due to
torrential pour
- Proper drainage arrangements will be
made to divert water from entering into the
mine pit
- Guards will keep a continuous watch on
water level and when touches danger
mark immediately inform to the mine
official.
- Work shall not be resumed except with
the prior permission of the Manager unless
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S.No Factors Causes of risks Control measures
all the working places thoroughly
examined by a competent person.
8 Natural
calamities
Unexpected happenings - The mine management is capable to deal
with the situation
5.0 CONCLUSION:
The quarry will brought about prosperity and improvements in physical and social
infrastructures in the area like:
Help in supply of stone aggregates and M-sand which is in good demand and
basic requirement for the construction sector.
Direct employment to about 18 persons
Indirect employment to more than 50 persons
Financial gains for the state and central governments, through collection of various
taxes like royalty, cess, etc.
Increase in General Awareness of the People.
Improvement of the General Living Standard of the People in the Vicinity
Overall Improvement in HDI (Human Development Index)
Growth of Allied Industries in the Area.
Improvement in Per Capita Income.
Providing certain facilties for the local schools and panchayats
In short, the proposed mining project will benefit this region in the fields of potential
employment opportunities, improved per capita income for local people, improving social
welfare facilities like infrastructural build-up, etc. Further continuation of the quarry operation
with more planned need based CSR activity by the proponent will definitely benefit the locals
more.
A meticulously well planned Environmental Management Plan, with various programme
schedules and timely execution objectives, as above, will ensure that the future environmental
quality in the area will be maintained within statutory limits.
The environmental management strategy as explained above will prove that industrial
growth, if properly planned with all environmental concerns and appropriate remedial measures
can go a long way to improve life pattern and living conditions of the local community around
the project.
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