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Feasibility Report for Granite mine of M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited (Extent – 1.620 Ha) at Sy. No. 89/1,

95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of Kotamakanapalli village, Gudupalli mandal, Chittoor district,

Andhra Pradesh.

Creative Engineers & Consultants, Chennai – 600 059

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FEASIBILITY REPORT



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CONTENTS

CHAPTER NO. PARTICULARS PAGE NO.

PRE - FEASIBILITY REPORT

I EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 4

II INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND

INFORMATION 11

III PROJECT DESCRIPTION

19

IV SITE ANALYSIS

32

V PLANNING BRIEF

41

VI PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE

43

VII REHABILITATION & RESETTLEMENT (R&R) PLAN

44

VIII PROJECT SCHEDULE & COST ESTIMATES 45

IX ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL

(FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS) 46



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LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE NO. PARTICULARS PAGE NO.

1. LOCATION PLAN 15

2. LEASE SKETCH WITH CO-ORDINATES 16

3. PHOTOGRAPH OF THE SITE 17

4. SURFACE GEOLOGICAL PLAN 28

5. GEOLOGICAL CROSS SECTION 29

6. PRODUCTION PLAN AT THE END OF FIVE YEAR &

CROSS SECTION 30

7. CONCEPTUAL PLAN 31

8. INDEX PLAN 34

LIST OF ANNEXURES

ANNEXURE NO.

PARTICULARS

PAGE NO.

1. COPY OF THE NOTICE NO: 3970/R4-1/2015, DATED: 10.06.2015, OF DMG, HYDERABAD

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2. MINE PLAN APPROVAL LETTER 51

3. CERTIFICATE STATING QUARRIES WITHIN 500M RADIUS 52



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CHAPTER – I

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1. INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited, Managing Director, Sri. M. Ramamurthy was

accorded permission for Transfer of Quarry Lease for Black Granite over an extent of

1.620 Ha in Sy.Nos.89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) held by M/S. Tirumala Minerals,

Managing Partner, Sri. K. Venkatesh by the Director of Mines and Geology, Hyderabad for

the un-expired portion of lease period i.e., up to 11.03.2032, subject to the condition that the

transferee shall submit Environmental Clearance vide proceedings No. 3970/R4-1/2015,

dated 10.06.2015 of DM&G, Hyderabad under Rule 12 (5) (h) (viii) of Andhra Pradesh Minor

Mineral Rules (APMMC), 1966 (Annexure – 1).

The mining plan has been prepared as per guidelines laid down in the Granite

Conservation and Development Rules (GCDR), 1999 & APMMC, 1966 etc., and got

approval from Department of Mines & Geology vide their letter no. 3826/MP-PLMR/2015

dated: 31.10.2015 over an extent of 1.620 Ha. in Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of

Kotamakanapalli Village, Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor District (Annexure – 2).

It is proposed to produce peak capacity of 6216 m3 (ROM) through Semi-mechanized

open cast method from this lease of which 1243 m3 (20%) per annum of Black Granite will

be saleable. Now this feasibility report is prepared towards obtaining Environmental

clearance.

As per MOEF O.M.No.L-11011/47/2011-IA.II (M) dated 18th May, 2012, leases of

minor minerals also requires environmental clearance. For getting environmental

clearance, depending on the nature, magnitude and capacity, the projects are categorized

as “A” Category & “B” Category. ‘A” category projects have to be cleared by MOEF while “B”

category by the State Environmental Impact Assessment Agency (SEIAA). This project

falls under category ‘A’ because of inter-state boundary (Andhra Pradesh – Tamil

Nadu is located at a distance of 0.61 km) which is located within 5 km radius as per

the Amended EIA Notification, 2006, S.O. 1599 (E) dated 25th June, 2014.

This Feasibility report for M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited over an extent of

1.620 Ha in Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of Kotamakanapalli Village,

Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh is prepared inline with the

guidelines issued by MOEF&CC, vide their letter dated 30th September 2010 for a peak



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production capacity of 6216 m3 of ROM per annum of Black granite towards getting

environmental clearance from MOEF&CC.

In addition to this proposed lease area of 1.620 Ha, M/s. J.R Granites (P) Limited

are also having 3 leases over an extent of 0.850 Ha, 4.846 Ha & 1.818 Ha within the 500m

radius of the lease area. Besides, there are other quarry lease falling within the 500m radius

such as Quarry of Rathna minerals (1.900 Ha.), Quarry of Sunil Kumar (0.608 Ha.), Quarry

of V.M.S. Granites (1.000 Ha.) & Quarry of J. Venkatesh Babu (1.000 Ha.). Thus total extent

of existing operating mines & proposed mines falling within the 500m radius of the lease

area including the present proposed lease is <25 Ha only (13.642 Ha). In this regard,

certificate is obtained from Assistant Director of Mines and Geology, Palamaner, Chittoor

District enclosed as Annexure – 3.

1.2 DETAILS OF THE AREA:

The area applied for quarry lease is located at Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) &

95/3(P) over an extent of 1.620 Ha of Kotamakanapalli Village, Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor

District, Andhra Pradesh. The entire area is a Government barren land.

Location map of the proposed project and Lease sketch is shown in Figure No – 1 &

Figure No - 2. Photograph of the site is enclosed as Figure No – 3.

1.3 PROJECT DETAILS:

1.3.1 SITE DESCRIPTION:

Salient details of the site & its environs are as follows:

1. Name of the Project Granite mine of M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited

(Extent-1.620 Ha.)

2. Project Proponent Sri. M. Ramamurthy Managing Director M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited J.R. Plaza, 4th floor, Tank street Hosur, Krishnagiri district Tamil Nadu – 635109. [email protected] Ph: 04344-244166, 244266 Mobile: 091 9994306663

3. ML area 1.620 Ha

4. Land use Barren Government land



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5. Toposheet No. with latitude

and longitude

Toposheet

No.

57L/2

Latitude (N) 12º41’33.95” N to 12º41’39.00” N

Longitude (E) 78º13’32.43” E to 78º13’37.80” E

6. Mine site Elevation &

topography

The topography of the area is gently elevated towards

N&W and sloping towards S&E direction ranging from

+706m AMSL to +686m AMSL.

7. Nearest Railway station Kuppam Railway Station – 18.0 km - NE (by road)

8. Nearest Airport Bengaluru International Airport – 75 km – NW (by road)

9. Nearest major water bodies Nachikuppam Ar – 6.6 km (W) Veppanapalli nadi – 3.1 km (W)

10. Nearest Town / City Kuppam – 18.0 km (NE)

11. Nearest villages Kotamakanapalli – 1.0 km (W) Bommarasanapalli - 1.3 km (SW) Periya Sakinavu - 2.0 km (SE) Veppanapalli – 3.5 km (NW) Sigaramayanapalli – 2.7 km (NW)

12. Notified Archaeologically

important places, Monuments

Nil within 10km radius

13. Local Places of Historical

and Tourism Interest


14. 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)


15. Reserved / Protected

Forests

• Maharajagadai RF – 1.2 km (E) • Mallappakonda Betraya Swami RF – 2.2 km (NE) • Naralapalli RF – 1.0 km (SE) • Kamsandra RF – 7.6 km (N)

16. Defence Installations Nil within 10km radius

17. Seismic Zone Zone – II (Least Active)

18. Other Industries in the

area

Other leases of M/s. J.R Granites, Quarry of Rathna

minerals, Quarry of Sunil Kumar, Quarry of V.M.S.

Granites, Quarry of J. Venkatesh Babu, Quarry of

Venkatesh Babu are located.



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1.3.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Salient details of the project are as follows:

1. Production Capacity Proposed to produce peak capacity of 6216 m3 (ROM) per annum of

which 1243 m3 (20%) per annum of Black Granite will be saleable.

2.Geological reserves The total Geological reserves including existing pit area in the applied

area are estimated to be 150123 m3 (ROM).

3. Total waste There is no overburden up on the deposit on northern side, but in southern

side there is some soil capping, weathered and bouldered granite. Rock

wastage is expected to be 80% of the ROM. Total Mineral waste available

in the area is 116220 m3. Mining operations are carried out on the slopes

of the rocky terrain. Hence there will not be any water discharge from mine

workings. About 0.8 KLD of domestic sewage will be generated.

4. Method of mining Open cast method of mining is carried out in this mine by semi

mechanization by using compressor operated jack hammer drills,

excavators, and dumper etc., Close spaced drilling of 0.2m was adopted

along a straight line and charged with low explosives to avoid feather

cracks. Transportation will be made by trucks to dispatching point.

5. Waste disposal SOLID WASTE: Total waste generated - 116220 m3 of which about 9595 m3 of waste will be generated in plan period. This material will be dumped on the south western side selected for dump yard. Once sufficient void is created in the eastern side, the entire waste generated subsequently will be simultaneously backfilled into this mined out void. LIQUID WASTE: About 0.8 KLD of domestic sewage to be generated will be discharged

into septic tanks with proper soak pits.

6. Depth of Mining 16 m considered at present

7. Main mining

equipment

Hydraulic excavator, Jack Hammers, Tippers/dumpers, compressors.

8.Bench height &

Slope

5-6 m height, width not less than 10 m and the working slope will be

vertical for which relaxation of DGMS will be obtained.

9. Life of mine The life of the mine at production rate of 6216 m3 (ROM) per year works

out to 24 years.

10. Man power Total manpower required will be 34 on direct basis. Indirectly more than

100 persons can derive benefits in allied services like logistics, polishing,

loading / unloading, repair works, trading etc.

11. Water requirement

& source

Total water requirement of the mining operations is about 5.5 KLD.

Source: The source of water will be met from the bore well opened in the

adjacent quarry site & nearby areas.

12. Infrastructure The proposed project site is having good access facilities from roads etc., All

site services like Mines office and other statutory constructions like rest

shelter, first aid, work shed and drinking water etc., are and will be

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13. Use of granite The blocks from the quarry is dispatched directly to the important trade

centers and also local factories used in manufacturing of Rough Blocks,

Slabs, Panels, Tiles, Monuments etc.

14. Environmental

status

Being a small mine, impact of mining on environment will be negligible.

The mining operation will provide more employment to the rural people

and environment friendly operations.

1.4 LAND USE PATTERN:

The Pre-mining Land use of the lease area is barren rain fed government land leased

to the proponent. Except some small bushes there are no other major trees in the lease

area. Granite boulders of various sizes are strewn in many places.

The details of land use during mining at the end of plan period and mine closure

stage are given below:

Sl. No.

Land Use Present Area

(Hect)

Area in use during the plan period

(Hect)

End of mine life

(Hect)

1. Quarrying Pit 0.050 0.255 0.874

2. Infrastructure - 0.017 -

3. Dump 0.050 0.170 0.251

4. Road 0.020 0.040 0.052

5. Green Belt - 0.075 0.370

6. Unutilized 1.500 1.063 0.073

Total 1.620 1.620 1.620

Ultimately, Out of 0.874 Ha of mined out void about 0.428 Ha will be backfilled and

reclaimed with vegetation while the remaining 0.446 Ha will be left as water body. The rain

water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +700 m AMSL. This pit will act as a settling

pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet etc. Besides, it is also

suggested to construct a settlement pond on the western side so that the water can be

diverted into this pond. Clear supernatant water after settling can be let out of this pond after

passing through settling traps.

1.5 SITE ANALYSIS:

1.5.1 CONNECTIVITY:

The project site is approachable from Kuppam to Vepanapalli road - 17 km milestone

which is located 1.5 km (N) of the lease area. The nearest town is Kuppam located at a

distance of 18 km – NE (by road). The nearest Highway NH-7 (Bangalore to Kanyakumari)



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located 15 km - SW & NH-219 (Krishnagiri-Palamaner) at 11 km - E. The nearest railway

station Kuppam is about 18 km - NE (by road). Nearest Airport is Bangalore located 75 km -

NW away (by road).

1.5.2 PROJECT LAYOUT IN RELATION TO PRIME NATURAL FEATURES:

There are no declared bio spheres, wild life sanctuaries or tiger sanctuary or

migrating corridor or Coastal zone in the core zone and in 10 km buffer zone. There are no

monuments or area of public interest is found in the vicinity.

As already mentioned, the entire mine lease area is a Government barren land and is

in lessee’s possession. There is no habitation or other structures like HT electric lines in the

lease area. However Inter State Boundary is within 5 km radius. The lease area is at 7.0 km

South of Andhra Pradesh – Karnataka state border and 0.61 km North from Andhra Pradesh

– Tamil Nadu Interstate boundary.

1.6 PLANNING CONCEPT:

Granite mined from this quarry will meet the domestic and export demands. The

production and method of mining is planned considering the geological factors, availability of

proven technology, demand for the material etc. Safety barriers as per State Government

order is left in the planning stage itself.

The project will bestow employment opportunities to about 34 persons directly.

Indirectly, about 100 persons will find employment prospects in allied service sectors such

as granite processing, logistics, trading, etc. Good site services will be set up in project area

by establishing mine office, rest shelter, first aid room, toilets etc.

1.7 GREEN BELT:

Green belt will be developed along the safety zone and in all possible places. Local

species will be used for plantation. Local trees like Teak, Acacia, etc., will be planted along

the Lease boundary and avenues etc.

1.8 REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT (R&R) PLAN:

The entire quarry lease area of 1.620 Ha is a barren Government land. There are no

human habitations in this area. As such no rehabilitation and resettlement plan is involved.

1.9 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES:

As soon as environmental clearance and other statutory clearances are obtained, the

mining operations will commence. The Project cost would be around Rs. 90.0 lakhs for

deployment of machinery and creation of infrastructural facilities like approach road, Mine

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1.10 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL (FINAL RECOMMENDATION)

The proposed granite quarry of Sri. M. Ramamurthy will bring prosperity and

improvements in physical and social infrastructures in the area like:

Direct employment to about 34 persons

Indirect employment to more than 100 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.

Reduction in migration of local people and at the same time increase in Inflow

from outside.

Improvement in Per Capita Income.

Providing certain facilties for the local schools and panchyats

In short, the mining project will bring benefit to this region in the fields of potential

employment opportunities, improved per capita income for local people, improved social

welfare facilities like infrastructural build-up, etc.

A meticulously well planned Environmental Management Plan, with various programme

schedules and timely execution objectives will ensure that the future environmental quality

in the area will be maintained within statutory limits.

With proper environmental management strategy, it is possible 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.

In view of above factors, the proposed project is worthy of approval for improving the

social, physical and financial status of the region, the state and the country as a whole.

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CHAPTER – II

INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

2.1 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT AND PROJECT PROPONENT:

M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited, Managing Director, Sri. M. Ramamurthy was

accorded permission for Transfer of Quarry Lease for Black Granite over an extent of

1.620 Ha in Sy.Nos.89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) held by M/S. Tirumala Minerals,

Managing Partner, Sri. K. Venkatesh by the Director of Mines and Geology, Hyderabad for

the un-expired portion of lease period i.e., up to 11.03.2032, subject to the condition that the

transferee shall submit Environmental Clearance vide proceedings No. 3970/R4-1/2015,

dated 10.06.2015 of DM&G, Hyderabad under Rule 12 (5) (h) (viii) of Andhra Pradesh Minor

Mineral Rules (APMMC), 1966 (Annexure – 1).

The mining plan has been prepared as per guidelines laid down in the Granite

Conservation and Development Rules (GCDR), 1999 & APMMC, 1966 etc., and got

approval from Department of Mines & Geology vides their letter no. 3826/MP-PLMR/2015

dated: 31.10.2015 over an extent of 1.620 Ha. in Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of

Kotamakanapalli Village, Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor District (Annexure – 2).

It is proposed to produce peak capacity of 6216 m3 (ROM) through Semi-mechanized

open cast method from this lease of which 1243 m3 (20%) per annum of Black Granite will

be saleable. Now this feasibility report is prepared towards obtaining Environmental

clearance.

As per MOEF O.M.No.L-11011/47/2011-IA.II (M) dated 18th May, 2012, leases of

minor minerals also requires environmental clearance. For getting environmental

clearance, depending on the nature, magnitude and capacity, the projects are categorized

as “A” Category & “B” Category. ‘A” category projects have to be cleared by MOEF while “B”

category by the State Environmental Impact Assessment Agency (SEIAA). This project

falls under category ‘A’ because of inter-state boundary (Andhra Pradesh – Tamil

Nadu is located at a distance of 0.61 km) which is located within 5 km radius as per

the Amended EIA Notification, 2006, S.O. 1599 (E) dated 25th June, 2014.

This Feasibility report for M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited over an extent of

1.620 Ha in Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of Kotamakanapalli Village,

Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh is prepared inline with the

guidelines issued by MOEF&CC, vide their letter dated 30th September 2010 for a peak



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production capacity of 6216 m3 of ROM per annum of Black granite towards getting

environmental clearance from MOEF&CC.

2.1.1 PROJECT PROPONENT:

M/s. J.R Granites (P) Limited is a Private Limited company formed as per

companies Act. Sri. M. Ramamurthy is the Managing Director and an authorized signatory to

submit application and to obtain environmental clearance from MoEF&CC.

Proponent details are as follows:

Name : Sri. M. Ramamurthy

Managing Director of M/S J.R. Granites (P) Limited

Address : M/S J.R.Granites (P) Limited

J.R. Plaza, 4th floor,

Tank Street, Hosur,

Krishnagiri District,

Tamil Nadu - 635109.

2.2 DETAILS OF THE AREA:

The area applied for quarry lease is located at Sy.No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) &

95/3(P) over an extent of 1.620 Ha of Kotamakanapalli Village, Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor

District, Andhra Pradesh. The entire area is a Government barren land.

Location map of the proposed project and Lease sketch is shown in Figure No – 1 &

Figure No - 2. Photograph of the site is enclosed as Figure No – 3.

Feasibility Report for Granite mine of M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Limited (Extent – 1.620 Ha) at Sy. No. 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of Kotamakanapalli village,

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2.3 FEATURES WITHIN 500M RADIUS OF THE APPLIED LEASE AREA:

In addition to this proposed lease area of 1.620 Ha, M/s. J.R Granites (P) Limited are also having the following leases in the area:

Si.No

Proceedings / Notice No.

Sy.No Location Extent in Ha.

Period of Lease

Valid From

Valid Up To Status / Remarks

1 33046/R5-1/2012 Dated 13.08.2012

99/4 & 7

Kotamakanapalli Village,

Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra

Pradesh

0.850 20 Years 24.10.2007 23.10.2027 Already obtained EC from SEIAA

2 43718/R4-1/2012 Dated 11.06.2015

99/1, 2, 3, 5, 6 & 126

1.818 20 Years 11.06.2015 10.06.2035 Applied for fresh EC

3 37899/R5-1/2013 Dated 13.12.2013

136, 137 & 138

4.846 20 Years 21.09.2012 20.09.2032 Applied for fresh EC

Besides, there are other quarry leases such as Quarry of Rathna minerals, Quarry of Sunil Kumar, Quarry of VMS Granites & Quarry of

J. Venkatesh Babu are falling within the 500 m radius of the lease area. Thus the details of existing operating mines & proposed mines in

the area within 500m radius is as follows:

Si.No

Name of the lessee Proceedings / Notice No.

Sy.No. Extent in Ha. Status / Remarks

1 M/S JR Granites 33046/R5-1/2012 99/4 & 7 0.850 Existing mine EC already obtained from SEIAA, AP

2 M/S JR Granites 37899/R5-1/2013 136, 137 & 138 4.846 Applied for EC

3 M/S JR Granites 43718/R4-1/2012 99/1, 2, 3, 5, 6 & 126 1.818 Applied for fresh EC

4 Quarry of Rathna minerals 6968/R5-1/2010 132, 133, 134 & 135 1.900

- 5 Quarry of Sunil Kumar 24863/R5-1/2007 98 0.608

6 Quarry of V.M.S. Granites 20360/R5-1/2004 101/1 1.000

7 Quarry of J. Venkatesh Babu 24862/R5-1/2007 101/2 1.000

Sub Total 12.022 -

8 M/S JR Granites (Present proposal)

3970/R4-1/2015 89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P)

1.620 Only recently obtained the Quarry lease transfer. Status: Applied for EC.

Total 13.642 -


95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P) of Kotamakanapalli village, Gudupalli Mandal, Chittoor district,

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The total extent of existing operating mines & proposed mines falling within the 500m

radius of the lease area including the present proposed lease is <25 Ha only (13.642 Ha). In

this regard, certificate is obtained from Assistant Director of Mines and Geology, Palamaner,

Chittoor District enclosed as Annexure – 3.

2.2.1 APPROACHABILITY:






NW away (by road).



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FIGURE NO – 1



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FIGURE NO – 2

LEASE SKETCH WITH CO-ORDINATES



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FIGURE NO – 3

WORKING AREA

VIEW OF GRANITE AT SURFACE IN AREA



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2.2.2 MINING LEASE:

STATE DISTRICT MANDAL VILLAGE SY.NO. EXTENT

(HA) OWNERSHIP

Andhra Pradesh

Chittoor Gudupalli Kotamakana

palli

89/1, 95/1(P), 95/2(P) & 95/3(P)

1.620 Government barren land

The quarry lease period valid up to 2032. The lease area falls between Latitude from

12º41’33.95” N to 12º41’39.00” N and Longitude from 78º13’32.43” E to 78º 13’37.80” E and

falls in Survey of India Toposheet No. 57L/2.

2.3 NEED FOR THE PROJECT & ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY AND

REGION:

The Black Granite has got good demand in the domestic and international market.

The owner has contacted the buyers at Chennai and other important trade centres to export

Black granite from this area. At present Italy, Japan, Germany, China and U.S.A are the

major importing countries of Black Granite.

The Black granite is being marketed since 5 years and can expect good market

demand will continue for years to come with improved technology. So there will be increased

demand in local and international market for the Chittoor Black Granite in the year to come.

Monetary gains also accrue to state and central Governments through receipt of

royalties, Taxes, etc., As the mining operations in the proposed mine will employ about 34

persons directly and about 100 persons on indirect basis through allied opportunities in

logistics, trading, repairing works etc., good employment potential will arise in this internal

rural backward area, which will provide a great fillip for raising income levels and standards

of living in the area. Besides, the proposed CSR activities of the project proponent will also

immensely benefit the locals and improve scores of facilities.

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CHAPTER – III

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1 TYPE OF PROJECT:

This project is for mining of Black granite will be adopting Open cast Semi-

mechanized mining system for peak production capacity of 6216 m3 of ROM per year.

3.2 LOCATION OF PROJECT:

Details are provided in para 2.2 in chapter – II earlier.

3.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

3.3.1 GEOLOGY:

REGIONAL GEOLOGY:

The Geological formations in the Chittoor District can broadly be divided in distinct

and well-marked groups and older group of Metamorphic rocks belonging to Archean and

Younger group of Sedimentary rocks belonging to the Proterozoic age the later cover part of

Gudipala block. The remaining parts of District is Occupied by Archean rocks which consist

of Schist, Gneisses, Quartz veins and basic dykes. The Archean rocks have suffered

considerable degree of tectonic disturbances, as a result of which the rocks have been

metamorphosed and recrystallized. Stratigraphic Sequences established in the area as

follows:

Geological age Lithology Recent Alluvium

Pleistocene Laterite

---------------------------Unconformity----------------------------------- Younger intrusive, epidote veins, quartz veins and reefs.

Pegmatite’s veins of Alkali

Feldspar granite and syenite

Dolerite / Gabbro / Basalt dykes

Leuco Granite

Nebulitic to homophonous biotite granite

Peninsular gneissic complex (Migmatite group)

Nebulitic to homophonous

Hornblende Granite and Leuco Hornblende granite

Archeans Biotite Granite Gneiss, Hornblende Granite Gneiss,

Porphyritic Hornblende Granite.



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GEOLOGY OF THE AREA

Topographically the applied lease area is a small mound and plain land in the form of

Dyke extending in EW direction with gently slope towards East with a dip of 4-5 degrees.

The applied area extended in E-W direction, in the form of Dolerite Dyke. It is generally

pediment land in the middle the Dolerite Dyke is intruded. Broadly dendritic to sub dendritic

drainage is observed.

The applied lease area feature is elevated towards N&W and sloping towards S&E

direction. The mound is made up of clusters of boulders of Black Granite out crops. Major

dykes are running with an average width of 70 to 75 m striking EW direction. This dyke is

consisting of medium to big size Dolerite boulders on the top and below the boulders sheet

rock is exposed in the depth. Medium & big size boulders are also suitable for Quarrying.

Surface cum Geological plan is given as Figure no – 4.

PRESENT STATUS OF APPLIED LEASE AREA:

There is one pit in the lease area. Working operation takes place in this pit area

during the past three years. The pit dimensions are 25m of length, 20m of width and 5m of

depth. The marketable block recovered from the pit during lease period is given in below

table:

Dimensional Blocks recovered during past three years:

Si.No. Year Production achieved in

m3

1 2012-2013 217.721

2 2013-2014 118.233

3 2014-2015 633.980

Total 969.934

Total Mined Reserves of Black Granite in the existing working pit area = 970 m3

3.3.2 RESERVES:

3.3.2.1 METHOD OF ESTIMATION OF RESERVES:

The calculation of reserves of prospects, deposit of quarry is done at every stage,

right from preliminary to last stage of exploration and quarrying.

Based on the quarrying work carried out and the present exposure of the boulders &

sheet rock, and the observations made in the existing Quarry, the reserves of the area have

been estimated by the following parameters. The proved zone is 10m and probable and

possible zones are 3m each and the recovery factor is taken up to 20% and it may vary in

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The reserves are estimated by the Cross Sectional Method. Two cross section were

drawn along AA’ and BB’. Refer Figure No - 4 & 5 for Geological plan and cross section.

3.3.2.2 GEOLOGICAL RESERVES:

The Geological reserves of Black granite are given in the following table:

Geological Reserves for Black Granite:

Category Section Influence

distance in m

Sectional

area in m2

Volume

in m3

Reserves at

20% in m3

Rock Wastage

at 80% in m3

Proved

A-A’ 64 858 54912 10982 43930

B-B’ 67 790 52930 10586 42344

Total 107842 21568 86274

Probable

A-A’ 64 234 14976 2995 11981

B-B’ 67 237 15879 3176 12703

Total 30855 6171 24684

Possible

A-A’ 64 234 14976 2995 11981

B-B’ 67 237 15879 3176 12703

Total 30855 6171 24684

Grand Total 169552 33910 135642

After Safety Zone 150123 30025 120099

The total Geological reserves including existing pit area in the applied area are

estimated to be = 150123 m3 (ROM).

3.3.2.3 MINEABLE RESERVES:

Out of the total ROM available for mining lease of 150123 m3 about 20 % of the

material (i.e 30025 m3) is expected to be saleable.

The mineable reserves are calculated after leaving the minerals blocked due to

safety zone, formation of benches and depth of mining.

Total Mineable Reserves of Granite in the lease area after leaving safety zone = 30025 m3

Total Mined Reserves of Granites in the applied lease pit area = 970 m3

Total Mineable Reserves of Granite in the mine area = 30025 – 970 = 29055 m3

3.3.2.4 WASTE:

There is no overburden up on the deposit on northern side, but in southern side there

is some soil capping, weathered and bouldered granite. Rock wastage is expected to be

80% of the ROM.



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Total Mineral waste available in the lease area after leaving safety zone = 120099 m3

Total waste generated in the existing working pit area = 3880 m3

Total Mineral waste available in the area is 116220 m3.

3.3.3 MINING DETAILS:

METHOD OF WORKING:

Open cast method of mining is carried out in this mine by semi mechanization by

using compressor operated jack hammer drills, excavators, and dumper etc., Close spaced

drilling of 0.2m was adopted along a straight line and charged with low explosives to avoid

feather cracks. Transportation will be made by trucks to dispatching point.

PRE-SPLITTING (PRIMARY BLOCK):

The mining will be followed in the form of linear cut method. This involves loosing of

the primary block from mother rock. Hence primary cutting will be done by line drilling

method where close spaced parallel holes along straight line will be made. Line drilling

method will be used for cutting the primary blocks which involve drilling and blasting. The

primary cuts are taken up over a maximum length of 10 mts to a width of 3 mts and to a

depth of 6 mts depends upon the joints availability after the free face developed. Low

strength explosives or merely detonating fuse may be used to create a “pre-determined

line of cracks” so as to pull out the blocks from the working faces.

SUB-DIVISION OF LARGE PRIMARY BLOCKS INTO SECONDARY BLOCK:

This will be done drilling close spaced holes (along a line) down to the depth and the

secondary block will be removed easily by just pulling it with the help of proclain. Close

spaced holes will be drilled to the half the length of the block on either side of it by using

wedges blocks can be separated.

PRODUCTION OF COMMERCIAL BLOCKS:

After primary separation the rock mass will be carefully examined to avoid hair line

cracks, mineral segregations and veins etc., the dressing of the rough blocks will be made

by chipping the edges and geometrically equating the edges of the block at the dressing

yard. Thus the commercial blocks are produced.

BLASTING:

The blasting parameters in the mining of granite dimensional stone is entirely

different from that of industrial minerals, since the basic purpose for the use of explosives in

both the cases are entirely different. In the industrial minerals, maximum fragmentation and

crushing of the ore is essential, whereas in the granite mining, the granite stones are to be

extricated intact, without any damage on both the extricated part and the parent rock body.

Wagon drilling and heavy blasting are not used in granite mining.



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The portion to be extracted from the parent rock body is freed in all planes by

adopting different methods. In this mine, Low strength explosives or merely detonating fuse

may be used to create a “pre-determined line of cracks “so as to pull out the blocks from

the working faces.

Besides, chemical breaker or wire saw cutter can also be used instead of explosive

blasting. Chemical blasting is also suitable for controlled splitting of concrete, rock, boulders

and quarrying of natural stone that will be accomplished smoothly and efficiently with

superior yield in shorter time. Chemical Breaker is a special blend of cements and additives

to provide a sustained expansion after setting. This Expansion creates the fragmentation.

Nowadays, diamond wire saw cutters are available in the market which cuts the

granite blocks without causing any dust emanation from the cutting operation. Diamond wire-

sawing, largely reduces the use of explosives also. Since water is used during rock cutting

there will not be any dust generation from the cutting operation.

An area is demarcated within the lease area for portable magazine. This site is

located at a safe distance from the quarry, strictly adhering to the rules and regulations laid

down for safe storage and handling of the explosives as per the explosives Act.

DRILLING & BLASTING PARAMETER:

i. Drill holes diameter –74/Pmm.

ii. Depth and inclination of the blast holes. 3 meter in case of separation primary

blocks depending on the block size. Then the drill hole will be vertical.

iii. Spacing and burden: 1.5 x 3m.

iv. Stemming and charging of the blast hole. The Blast hole will be charged with

100 grams of explosives and filled with clan pills subsequently; the shot hole

will be stemmed.

v. Explosive type (1) Slurry based explosives or Gun Powder.

Drill-Hole patterns for primary and secondary smooth blasting. Uniform single line,

equidistant holes (line drilling) will be deployed for separation of blocks from mother rock. In

the case of sheet rock the primary drilling will be in the form of equidistant vertical holes to

take out blocks of Gang Saw.

BENCH DESIGN PARAMETERS:

Granite benches will be formed to a height of 5-6m and width not less than 10m for

movement of machineries and slope shall be vertical for dimensional cutting of granite

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3.3.4 PROPOSED MACHINERIES:

The following machineries are proposed exclusively for the development and

production works at this mine:

Si. No Machineries Numbers Size/capacity

1 Excavator 2 Bucket capacity (1 m3)

2 Air compressors 2 50 CFM

3 Jack hammer 6 -

4 Tipper 2 10 tonnes

5 Wire saw cutter 1 -

3.3.5 PRODUCTION RATE AND LIFE OF MINE:

The scheme of development and production for the next two years has been planned

taking into consideration the nature of the deposit within the lease area. It is observed from

existing working pit that the sheet rock is exposed on eastern side of the working pit without

any overburden and therefore the development of the quarry is confined towards eastern

side of applied lease area.

There is a vertical and free face is available on the eastern side of the lease area. So

the eastern side of the lease area is selected to work for balance two years production.

During this next two years operations a total rock mass of 11994 m3 will be

excavated of which about 2399 m3 of granite blocks will be recoverable from this rock mass

and remaining material of about 9595 m3 will go as mineral waste. Production plan at the

end of five year & cross section is given as Figure No – 6. Year wise Granite Production is

as follows:

Section

Working

area

m2

Bench

height (m)

Volume

m3

Production m3

Granite (20%) Waste (80%)

I Year

(2015-16)

1050 3 3150 630 2520

876 3 2628 526 2102

Subtotal (A) 5778 1156 4622

II Year

(2016-17)

1050 3 3150 630 2520

1022 3 3066 613 2453

Subtotal (B) 6216 1243 4973

Total (A+B) 11994 2399 9595

The life of the mine at production rate of 6216 m3 (ROM) per year works out to

24 years.



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3.3.6 CONCEPTUAL PLAN / MINE CLOSURE PLAN:

Conceptual mining plan is prepared with an object of long term systematic

development of benches; lay outs, selection of permanent ultimate pit limit, depth of mining

and ultimate pit, selection of sites for construction of infrastructure, etc.,

The ultimate pit size is designed based on certain practical parameters such as

economical depth of mining, safety zones, permissible area, etc.

Initially it is proposed to quarry on the western side of existing pit up to the planned

depth. The waste generated will be dumped in the south western side area selected for

dump yard. Then the mining operation will be carried further towards the eastern direction till

the eastern mine periphery. Then the quarrying operations will be towards the western part.

Once sufficient void is created in the eastern side, the entire waste generated subsequently

will be simultaneously backfilled into this mined out void. Hence at the end of mine life part of

the mined out area will be backfilled and a portion will be left out as water body. Green belt /

plantation will be carried out all around the lease area in the safety zone.

All efforts will be made to spread top soil and reclaim back the backfilled mined out

area and external dump area with greenery. The conceptual plan/ Mine closure plan &

section are given as Figure No – 7.

3.3.7 LAND USE PATTERN:

The Pre-mining Land use of the lease area is barren rain fed government land leased

to the proponent. Except some small bushes there are no other major trees in the lease

area. Granite boulders of various sizes are strewn in many places.

The details of land use during mining at the end of plan period and mine closure

stage are given below:

Sl. No.

Land Use Present Area

(Hect)

Area in use during the plan period

(Hect)

End of mine life

(Hect)

1. Quarrying Pit 0.050 0.255 0.874

2. Infrastructure - 0.017 -

3. Dump 0.050 0.170 0.251

4. Road 0.020 0.040 0.052

5. Green Belt - 0.075 0.370

6. Unutilized 1.500 1.063 0.073

Total 1.620 1.620 1.620


reclaimed with vegetation while the remaining 0.446 Ha will be left as water body. The rain



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water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +700 m AMSL. This pit will act as a settling

pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet etc. Besides, it is also

suggested to construct a settlement pond on the western side so that the water can be

diverted into this pond. Clear supernatant water after settling can be let out of this pond after

passing through settling traps.

3.3.8 DISPOSAL OF WASTE:

There is no overburden up on the deposit on northern side, but in southern side there

is some soil capping, weathered and bouldered granite. Rock wastage is expected to be

80% of the ROM. Total Mineral waste available in the area is 116220 m3.

During the plan period about 9595 m3 of waste material will be generated. This

material will be dumped on the south western side of the area selected for dump yard as

shown in Figure no - 6. When the dumps reach their optimum height suitable greenery will

be grown on these dumps to stabilize them.

As already mentioned, initially it is proposed to quarry on the western side of existing

pit up to the planned depth. The waste generated will be dumped in the south western side

area selected for dump yard. Then the mining operation will be carried further towards the

eastern direction till the eastern mine periphery. Then the quarrying operations will be

towards the western part. Once sufficient void is created in the eastern side, the entire waste

generated subsequently will be simultaneously backfilled into this mined out void. Hence at

the end of mine life part of the mined out area will be backfilled and a portion will be left out

as water body. Green belt / plantation will be carried out all around the lease area in the

safety zone.


area and external dump area with greenery.

3.4 USES OF PRODUCTS FROM QUARRY:

The blocks from the quarry is dispatched directly to the important trade centers and

also local factories used in manufacturing of Rough Blocks, Slabs, Panels, Tiles, Monuments

etc.

3.5 REQUIREMENTS:

3.5.1 MANPOWER:

Total manpower required will be 34 on direct basis. Indirectly more than 100 persons

can derive benefits in allied services like logistics, polishing, loading / unloading, repair

works, trading etc.



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3.5.2 WATER AVAILABILITY:

The water requirement for the quarry is as follows:

o For domestic sanitary needs - 1.5 KLD

o For dust suppression and green belt development etc., - 4.0 KLD

Total - 5.5 KLD

The source of water will be met from the bore well opened in the adjacent quarry site

& nearby areas.

3.5.3 EFFLUENT SYSTEM:

The only effluent arising from project consists of domestic waste, to the tune of about

0.8 KLD which is discharged into septic tanks with soak pits.

3.5.4 ELECTRICITY REQUIREMENT:

No electricity is needed for quarry operations etc., as only diesel operated mining

machinery are used for quarrying. The mining work is restricted to one general shift during

daytime only. However, the power requirement of the administrative buildings, roads etc.,

are met from state grid. Besides, standby generators can be used to meet the negligible

power requirement of the mines.

3.5.5 SITE SERVICES:

All site services like Mines office and other statutory constructions like rest shelter,

first aid, work shed and drinking water etc., are and will be provided near the quarry lease

area.

* * * * * * * *



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FIGURE NO – 4

SURFACE GEOLOGICAL PLAN



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FIGURE NO – 5

GEOLOGICAL CROSS SECTION



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FIGURE NO – 6

PRODUCTION PLAN AT THE END OF PALN PERIOD & CROSS SECTION



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FIGURE NO – 7

CONCEPTUAL PLAN



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CHAPTER - IV

SITE ANALYSIS

4.1 CONNECTIVITY:






NW away (by road).

4.2 LAND FORM, LAND USE AND LAND OWNERSHIP

The area granted lease is covered by rocky out crops and bushy thorny vegetation.

The entire lease area is a Government barren land and it is not being used for any other use.

4.3 TOPOGRAPHY & DRAINAGE:

The topography of the area is gently elevated towards N&W and sloping towards

S&E direction. The highest elevation of the lease area is at +706m AMSL whereas the

lowest elevation is +686m AMSL.

There are no water reservoirs or streams in the mining area. Mining operations are

carried out on the slopes of the rocky terrain. Hence there will not be any water discharge

from mine workings. Hence neither ground water table nor the general surface drainage

pattern is affected.

4.4 PROJECT LAYOUT IN RELATION TO IMPORTANT NATURAL FEATURES:

The lease area does not include any forest lands. No ecologically sensitive features like

national parks, biospheres, sanctuaries, elephant corridors, Tiger reserves, flight paths of

migrating fauna, etc., occur in core areas of the project. There are no monuments or area of

public interest is found in the vicinity. The area does not come under CRZ category.

However Inter State Boundary is within 5 km radius. The lease area is at 7.0 km South

of Andhra Pradesh – Karnataka state border and 0.61 km North from Andhra Pradesh –

Tamil Nadu Interstate boundary.

In the 10 km buffer zone, the following features are observed:

1.Nearest villages Kotamakanapalli – 1.0 km (W) Bommarasanapalli - 1.3 km (SW) Periya Sakinavu - 2.0 km (SE) Veppanapalli – 3.5 km (NW) Sigaramayanapalli – 2.7 km (NW)



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2. Nearest Major water bodies Nachikuppam Ar – 6.6 km (W) Veppanapalli nadi – 3.1 km (W)

3.Notified Archaeologically important

places, Monuments


4.Local Places of Historical and Tourism

Interest


5.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)


6. Reserved / Protected Forests Maharajagadai RF – 1.2 km (E)

Mallappakonda Betraya Swami RF – 2.2 km (NE)

Naralapalli RF – 1.0 km (SE)

Kamsandra RF – 7.6 km (N)

7.Defence Installations Nil within 10km radius

8. Seismic Zone Zone – II (Least Active)

9. Other Industries in the area Other leases of M/s. J.R Granites, Quarry of Rathna minerals, Quarry of Sunil Kumar, Quarry of V.M.S. Granites, Quarry of J. Venkatesh Babu, Quarry of Venkatesh Babu are located.

Salient features within 10 km radius are shown in Figure No - 8.



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FIGURE NO – 8

INDEX PLAN



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4.5 PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE:

The proposed project site is having good access facilities from roads etc., all site

services like Mines office and other statutory constructions like rest shelter, first aid, work

shed and drinking water etc., are and will be provided near the quarry lease area.

4.6 CLIMATIC SCENARIO:

The maximum and minimum temperature ranges from 41.6oC to 17.60oC. The

average annual rainfall of the Chittoor district is 976 mm.

4.7 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE:

The project area and its immediate surroundings do not contain any human

habitations within 300 m radius. The following villages are within 5 km radius in the applied

area.

SI.No. Name of the village Population Distance

in km Direction

1 Kotamakanapalli 450 1.0 W

2 Bommarasanapalli 550 1.3 SW

3 Periya Sakinavu 350 2.0 SE

4 Veppanapalli 650 3.5 NW

5 Sigaramayanapalli 450 2.7 NW

Basic human welfare facilities in the area are as follows:

SI.No. Facility Location

1 Hospital facility Veppanapalli, Kuppam

2 High School Gudupalli

3 Degree level Educational facility Kuppam

4 Telecommunication Gudupalli

4.8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN, ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

PROGRAMME, RISK ANALYSIS & CONTROL MEASURES

IMPACT DUE TO QUARRYING AND MITIGATION MEASURES:

Mining proposed in this lease is for production of granite dimensional stone without

involving deep hole drilling and heavy blasting. Such limited mining activity is not likely to

cause any impact adversely on environment as far as pollution of air, water and noise is

concerned. However, a general impact assessment and management plan of various

environmental parameters are given below:



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AIR ENVIRONMENT

As far as this mining project is concerned, the Open cast Semi-mechanized

mining method is proposed that involves line drilling and smooth blasting along the required

planes for loosing of the primary block from mother rock. The primary blocks will be

removed from its in-situ position with the help of excavator and observed on all sides for

defects/joints/hairline cracks etc. Based on the availability of the joints, the primary block will

be sub divided into number of secondary blocks to required sizes with the help of jack

hammer drilling & wedge cutting. The dressing of the rough blocks will be made by chipping

the edges and geometrically equating the edges of the block at the dressing yard. Finally

the end product will be transported with the help of tippers or dumpers. This quantum of

mining activity will not cause the dust detrimental to the health of the persons employed.

Since the quarry operation involved rock production of just 6216 m3 (ROM) per

annum and rocky waste and other waste, there will not be any major dust generation

resulting into pollution.

From the above, it is evident that in this granite dimensional stone mining

project will not cause any appreciable impact on ambient air quality.

For preservation of environment in this quarry strict enforcement of management

schemes and air quality monitoring will be undertaken for taking corrective actions, as and

when needed.

Mitigative measures to be adopted to control impact on the air quality in the area are:

Regular wetting of transport road using water tanker for Dust suppression.

Maintenance of greenbelt all around the working areas to screen the noise

and also for arresting fugitive dust.

Drilling of blast holes will be always under wet condition to prevent flying of

dust.

Proper maintenance of HEMM which avoids excessive noise and vibration

Proper maintenance of haul road and other roads.

From the above it is clear that due to adoption of various above said mitigative

measures, there will be no major impact on air quality due to this mine.

WATER ENVIRONMENT:

Since this is a mining project, no toxic chemicals are involved. There will be no

process effluent arising from the project. As far as this mine is concerned, the total quantity

of domestic effluent generated from the project will be around 0.8 m3/day. For domestic

effluent, septic tank with soak pits will be provided.



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The rain water falling in the quarry will be harvested up to +700 m AMSL. This pit will

act as a settling pond to prevent solids escaping along with discharge, before outlet etc.

Besides, it is also suggested to construct a settlement pond on the western side so that the

water can be diverted into this pond. Clear supernatant water after settling can be let out of

this pond after passing through settling traps.

Since the mining operations are carried out above the general ground water level

there will be no major seepage of water into the quarry or intersection of ground water table.

As such there will be no impact on the ground water regime.

There are no surface water sources within the lease area or nearby.

Vigilant observation of above mitigatory measures will ensure that the area will not be

affected by any adverse impact for water quality.

NOISE ENVIRONMENT:

The main sources of noise in mining activity are drilling, material handling machinery,

loading equipment, etc., prolonged exposure to a high noise level is harmful to the human

auditory system and can create mental fatigue, rebellious attitude, annoyance and

carelessness, which may lead to neglect of work and also result in accidents.

However, the 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 factors. As such at away places from the work zone the

effect of noise will not be felt.

Since there are no major noise generating source from this mine the impact

due to noise is almost nil.

However, following mitigative measures shall be adopted for noise control:

1. Planting of trees whereever possible to act as acoustic barriers.

2. Sound proof operator’s cabin for equipments like shovel, tippers, etc.

3. Proper and regular maintenance of equipments may lead to less noise

generation.

4. Providing in-built mechanism for reducing sound emissions.

5. Providing earplugs, earmuffs to workers exposed to higher noise level.

6. Conducting regular health check-up of workers including Audiometry test for

the workers engaged in noise prone area.



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GROUND VIBRATION DUE TO BLASTING EFFECTS:

In the mining of dimensional stone, only mild explosives will be used for the splitting

of granite blocks. Hence there will not be any adverse effect due to blasting and ground

vibrational effects due to operation of this quarry.

LAND ENVIRONMENT:

The entire mine lease area of 1.620 Ha is a Government Land leased to the

proponent. The entire mine lease area is predominantly barren land without any major

vegetation. However, during mining operation, there will be some changes to the pre mining

land status due to mineral extraction, dumping of waste material, etc., within the mining

lease area.

Initially it is proposed to quarry on the western side of existing pit up to the planned

depth. The waste generated will be dumped in the south western side area selected for

dump yard. Then the mining operation will be carried further towards the eastern direction till

the eastern mine periphery. Then the quarrying operations will be towards the western part.

Once sufficient void is created in the eastern side, the entire waste generated subsequently

will be simultaneously backfilled into this mined out void. Hence at the end of mine life part of

the mined out area will be backfilled and a portion will be left out as water body. Green belt /

plantation will be carried out all around the lease area in the safety zone.


reclaimed with vegetation while the remaining 0.446 Ha will be left as water body. Green belt

/ plantation will be carried out all around the lease area in the safety zone.


area and external dump area with greenery.

BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT:

As already mentioned, the core zone is dry land. Other than few grasses and bushes

it is free from any major vegetation.

There are no Reserve Forest, Protected Forest, National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary

located within the mine lease area. The reserve forests within 10 km radius are

Maharajagadai RF, Mallappakonda Betraya Swami RF, Naralapalli and Kamsandra RF. The

floral species are common plant species like Ficus bengalensis, Feronia elephantum,

Azadirachta indica, Madhuca indica, Tamarindus indica, Tectona grandis, Spondias

mangifera, Pongamia pinnata, Syzygium cumini etc, are found. There is no endemic,

endangered and rare plant in the area.



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Domesticated animals are commonly found. Wild animals are not reported. Common

Avian, Reptile, Amphibians faunal species are seen this area. There is no schedule I fauna

in the core/buffer zone.

To reduce the adverse effects on flora / fauna status of the area due to deposition of

dust generated from mining operations, water sprinkling and water spraying systems will be

ensured in all dust prone areas to arrest dust generation.

SOCIO ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT:

As there are no habitations or hutments in the core zone area, no rehabilitation or

resettlement problems are involved.

By adopting various mitigative measures as explained earlier, the environmental

scenario in respect of ambient air quality, water quality, Noise levels, water aspects,

biological aspects etc. during the operation of the project will be maintained 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 due care for minimizing environmental impacts with proper EMP

measures for pollution control which will be continued in future also.

The project proponent is implementing 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. M/s. J.R. Granites (P) Ltd.,

has already spent Rs. 5.0 lakhs for various CSR activities such as:

Improvement in infrastructural facility and goods to nearby Schools

Extending Medical aid by monetary contribution to the destitute and poor local

persons, as necessary etc.

Activities concerned with construction of temple etc.

For future CSR activities, need based assessment for the local community is made

and combined budgetary provision of Rs. 5.0 lakhs will be spent such as:

Providing books & uniforms for poor and needy people in nearby villages

such as Veppanapalli, Kuppam

Extending medical aid for Primary Health Centre Hospital and helping for poor

families in Veppanapalli, Kuppam etc.

The quarrying and its associated operations have resulted in direct employment

opportunities for about 34 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:



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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.

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

This being a small quarry operation, the Mine in-charge will take care of all the

environmental related works also. Periodical monitoring with respect to air and water

qualities, noise levels, etc. will be carried out to ensure that they conform to the standards

laid down by Environmental Protection Act and various Central and State Pollution Control

Board Limits.

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CHAPTER V

PLANNING BRIEF

5.1 PLANNING CONCEPT:

As detailed in earlier chapters, the mine will produce peak annual production of about

1243 m3 (saleable) of Black granite by adopting Open cast Semi-Mechanized Mining

technique. This production and method of mining is planned on considering the geological

factors, availability of proven technology, demand for the material etc. Safety barriers as per

State Government order is left in the planning stage itself.

5.2 POPULATION PROJECTIONS:

The project will bestow employment opportunities to about 34 persons directly.

Indirectly, about 50 persons will find employment prospects in allied service sectors such as

granite processing, logistics, trading, etc.

5.3 LAND USE PLANNING:

The present land use of the entire mine lease area of 1.620 Ha is a Government

barren land and is in lessee possession. The land use plans during mining and in the

ultimate stage of mining are described in para 3.3.7 in chapter III earlier.

5.4 GREEN BELT PROPOSALS:

It is proposed to develop a green belt along the periphery of the Quarry lease area

during the plan period. The species chosen for green belt are fast growing with good canopy

and dense leaf density; the avenue plantation shall have fruit, flower bearing and some

ornamental plants to give good aesthetic look.

The scheme of afforestation is as mentioned below:

S.No Year Location No of Saplings Species

1 1st year Mine periphery

(northern side of the Safety zone) 75

Acacia, Teak etc.

2 2nd year -do- 75 -do-

TOTAL 150 -

This plantation scheme will be continued and at the end of mine life about 0.370 Ha

of land within the lease area will be developed with greenery / plantation. Besides, the

backfilled mined out void of 0.428 Ha, external dump area of 0.251 Ha & undisturbed area to

the maximum possible extent will also be reclaimed with vegetation. Hence in the post

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5.5 ASSESSMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEMAND:

The infrastructural facilities like Mines office and other statutory constructions like

rest shelter, first aid, work shed and drinking water etc., are and will be provided near the

quarry lease area as per requirements.

All the quarry workers will be provided with safety equipment’s like helmets, Mine

Goggles, Ear plugs, Ear muffs, Dust mask, reflector jackets and Safety Shoes as personal

protective device as per the specification approved by Director of mines safety. Medical help

on part time basis will also be created to treat injured persons etc. Besides, occupational

health problems will also be minimised through proper pre-entry medical inspections and

regular check-up thereafter during operational phase.

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CHAPTER VI

PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE

6.1 INFRASTRUCTURAL LAYOUT IN MINING PROJECT AREA:

All necessary infrastructural facilities like Mines office and other statutory

constructions like rest shelter, first aid, work shed and drinking water etc., are and will be

provided near the quarry lease area.

6.2 RESIDENTIAL AREA:

For the present limited scale of Mining operations, no residential areas are

envisaged.

6.3 GREEN BELT:

As mentioned earlier in Chapter-V, Green belt/Plantation will be developed along the

safety zone and in all possible places. Local species will be used for plantation. Local trees

like Teak, Acacia, etc., will be planted along the Lease boundary and avenues etc.

6.4 CONNECTIVITY:

Already explained in Para 4.1

6.5 DRINKING WATER MANAGEMENT:

Drinking water facilities will be arranged from ground water through tankers from

nearby villages or from the bore wells in the adjacent agricultural fields, as the demand will

be meager at about 1.5 KLD.

6.6 SEWERAGE SYSTEM:

As there will be only about 34 persons during operational phase of project, the only

effluent arising from project consists of domestic waste, to the tune of about 0.8 KLD which

will be discharged into septic tanks with soak pits.

6.7 INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT:

No industrial effluents or waste will arise from the project, except for solid waste,

description of which is given in para 3.3.8, Chapter – III

6.8 POWER REQUIREMENT, SUPPLY AND SOURCE:

No electricity is needed for quarry operations etc., as only diesel operated mining

machinery are used for quarrying. The mining work is restricted to one general shift during

daytime only. However, the power requirement of the administrative buildings, roads etc.,

are met from state grid. Besides, standby generators can be used to meet the negligible

power requirement of the mines.

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CHAPTER VII

REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT (R&R) PLAN

7.1 The entire quarry lease area of 1.620 Ha is a Government land and is in proponent’s

possession. The area is totally barren. There are no human habitations also. As such no

rehabilitation and resettlement plan is involved.

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CHAPTER VIII

PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES

8.1 TIME SCHEDULE FOR THE PROJECT:

As soon as environmental clearance and other statutory clearances are obtained, the

mining operations will be commenced.

8.2 PROJECT COST AND ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF THE PROJECT

8.2.1 PROJECT COST:

The total project capital cost is expected to be Rs. 90.0 lakhs for deployment of

machinery and creation of infrastructural facilities like approach road, Mine Office / Workers

Shed, First Aid Room etc., including electrifications and water supply.

8.2.2 ECONOMIC VIABILITY:

Looking to the fact that there will be great demand for sized granite products like

monuments, architectural ornamental layouts, ornamental fine tiles, etc., both in domestic

and international markets, in future, economic viability of the project will be greatly

sustainable.

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CHAPTER IX

ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL (FINAL RECOMMENDATION)

9.1 CONCLUSION:

The proposed granite quarry of Sri. M. Ramamurthy will bring prosperity and

improvements in physical and social infrastructures in the area like:

Direct employment to about 34 persons

Indirect employment to more than 100 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.

Reduction in migration of local people and at the same time increase in Inflow

from outside.

Improvement in Per Capita Income.

Providing certain facilties for the local schools and panchyats

In short, the mining project will bring benefit to this region in the fields of potential

employment opportunities, improved per capita income for local people, improved social

welfare facilities like infrastructural build-up, etc.

A meticulously well planned Environmental Management Plan, with various programme

schedules and timely execution objectives will ensure that the future environmental quality

in the area will be maintained within statutory limits.

With proper environmental management strategy, it is possible 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.

In view of above factors, the proposed project is worthy of approval for improving the

social, physical and financial status of the region, the state and the country as a whole.

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ANNEXURE – 1



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ANNEXURE – 2

MINE PLAN APPROVAL LETTER



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ANNEXURE – 3

CERTIFICATE STATING QUARRIES WITHIN 500M RADIUS

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