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REPORT JANUARY, 2015
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT report
& ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
Bajri Mining (Minor Mineral)
(Area 2597.06 Ha)
At
Tehsil: Bagora
District: Jalore (Rajasthan)
Study Period: Post monsoon Season (October to December 2013)
Applicant
Sh. Anil Joshi
S/o Sh. Suresh Chand Joshi
60, Pratap Nagar
Banar Road, Jodhpur (Rajasthan)
Mail ID: [email protected]
Environment Consultant
Vardan Environet
(QCI/NABET Accredited Sr. No. 162)
D-142, Sushant Lok-III, Sector 57
Gurgaon (Haryana)
Contact no.- 9810355569
Mail ID: [email protected]
Contact No. 0124-4291036, 09899651342
Format of first inside page for EIA Report mentioning the names of the experts involved
Declaration by experts contributing to the EIA for bajri minor minerals Mine of M/s. Anil Joshi., at
Tehsil Bagora, District Jalore, Rajasthan.
I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above
EIA.
EIA Coordinator: Name: Mr. Kuldeepak Ahuja
Signature:
Date: 19.01.2015
Period of involvement: From16-07-2013 to till date (Draft EIA submitted to MoEF, New Delhi)
Contact information: D-142, Sector-57, Sushant Lok-III, Golf Course Extension Road,
Gurgaon (Haryana)
Contact no: 9815161944
Email: [email protected]
Associate EIA Coordinator: Name: Mr. R.S.Yadav
Signature:
Date: 19.01.2015
Period of involvement: From 16-07-2013 to till date (Draft EIA submitted to MoEF, New Delhi)
Contact information: D-142, Sector-57, Sushant Lok-III, Golf Course Extension Road,
Gurgaon (Haryana)
Contact no: 9899651342
Email: [email protected]
Functional Area Experts:
S.
Functional
No
Area
1.
AP
Mr.S.K.Sharma
16-07-2013 to till date
2.
WP
Mr.S.K.Sharma
16-07-2013 to till date
3.
SHW
Mr.S.K.Sharma
16-07-2013 to till date
4.
SE
Mr.K.K.Yadav
16-07-2013 to 10-1-2014
5.
EB
Mr.Mukesh Kapila
16-07-2013 to 10-1-2014
6.
HG
Mr.R.S Yadav
16-07-2013 to till date
7.
GEO
Mr.R.S Yadav
16-07-2013 to till date
8.
AQ
Mr.Asif Hussain
16-07-2013 to till date
9.
NV
Mr.Arun Yadav
16-07-2013 to 10-1-2014
10.
LU
Mr.Joshua Anand
16-07-2013 to till date
11.
RH
Mr.Arun Yadav
16-07-2013 to 10-1-2014
12.
SC
Mr.S.K.Sharma
16-07-2013 to till date
Name of Expert/s
Involvement (Period &
Task)
Signature
Declaration by the Head of the Accredited Consultant Organization
I, R.S.Yadav, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA for Bajri Mine of
M/s Anil Joshi at Tehsil: Bagora, District: Jalore, Rajasthan.
I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above
EIA.
I also confirm that I shall be fully accountable for any mis-leading information mentioned in this
statement.
Name: Sh. R.S.Yadav
Signature:
Designation: Managing Director
Name of the EIA Consultant Organization: Vardan Environet, QCI/NABET Accredited Environment
Consultancy
S. No.
Functional Area
Code complete name of the Functional Areas
1.
2.
AP
WP
3.
4.
SHW
SE
Air Pollution Prevention, Monitoring & Control
Water Pollution Prevention, Control & Prediction
of Impacts
Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management
Socio-Economics
5.
6.
7.
8.
EB
HG
GS
AQ
Ecology and Biodiversity
Hydrology, Ground Water & Water Conservation
Geology & Soil
Meteorology, Air Quality Modeling & Prediction
9.
10.
11.
NV
LU
RH
Noise/ Vibration
Land Use
Risk Assessment & Hazard Management
12.
SC
Soil Conservation
Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chandra Gupta
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INDEX
CHAPTER NO.
TOPIC
PAGE NO.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
a-g
LIST OF FIGURES
h
LIST OF TABLE
i-j
ABBREVIATION
k-l
PART A
FINAL EIA/EMP REPORT
I
TOR LETTER
1-7
II
TOR REPLY
8-21
CHAPTER–1
INTRODUCTION
22-29
CHAPTER–2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
30-49
CHAPTER-3
DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
50-105
CHAPTER–4
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT & MITIGATION
106-129
CHAPTER–5
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
130-135
CHAPTER–6
ADDITIONAL STUDIES
136-152
CHAPTER–7
PROJECT BENEFITS
153-154
CHAPTER–8
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
155-161
CHAPTER–9
SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
162-167
CHAPTER–10
DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED
168-171
PART C
LIST OF ANNEXURES
I
LETTER OF INTENT
172
II
COPY OF LETTER OF APPROVAL OF MINING PLAN INCLUDING
PROGRESSIVE MINE CLOSURE PLAN
RECEIPT OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION IN MOEF FOR
BASELINE DATA MONITORING
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IV
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
175-176
V
BASE LINE DATA REPORT
177-251
III
174
VI
METROLOGICAL DATA SHEET
252-255
VII
AUTHORIZED BIOLOGICAL DATA OF DISTRICT JALORE
256-272
QUESTIONNARIE
Q1-Q28
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. CHAPTER: INTRODUCTION
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1.0 Preamble
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1.1 Identification of Project and Project Proponent
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1.1.1 Identification of the Project
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1.1.2 Identification of Project Proponent
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1.2 Lease Status
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1.3 Brief Description of Nature, Size, Location of the Project
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1.4 Location and Accessibility
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1.4.1 Basic Amenities
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1.5 Scope of Study
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1.5.1 Data Generation
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1.5.2 Data Collection
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1.5.3 Preparation of EIA
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2. CHAPTER: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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2.1 Type of the Project
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2.2 Need for the Project
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2.3 Location of the Project
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2.4 Size/Magnitude of the Project
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2.5 Mining
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2.5.1 Topography of the Area
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2.5.2 Geology
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2.5.2.1 Regional Geology
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2.5.2.2 Local Geology
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2.5.3 Physiography & Drainage
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2.5.4 Exploration & Reserves
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2.5.4.1 Parameters of Reserves Estimation
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2.5.4.2 Reserves Estimation
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2.5.4.3 life of Mine
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2.5.5 Replenishment Potential of Minerals
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2.5.5.1 Replenishment Study
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2.5.5.2 Dandy-Bolton Equation
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2.5.5.3 Bajri Budgeting
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2.5.5.4 Replenishment with Service of Production
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2.5.6 Mining Methodology
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2.5.6.1 Rotation in Mining Area
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2.5.6.2 Production Program for the First Five Years
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2.5.7 Extent of Mechanization
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2.5.8 Transportation
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2.5.9 Conceptual Plan
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2.5.10 Waste Rock Management
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2.6 Use of Mineral
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2.7 Utilities and Site Facilities
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2.7.1 Water Requirement
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2.7.2 Man Power
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2.7.3 Power
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2.7.4 Infrastructure
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2.7.4.1 Rest Shelter
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2.7.4.2 First Aid Facility
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2.7.4.3 Latrines and Urinals
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3. CHAPTER: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
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3.0 General
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3.1 Sources of Environmental Data
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3.2 Land Environment
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3.2.1 Land Use Pattern
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3.2.2 Topography and Drainage
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3.2.3 Seismicity of Area
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3.2.4 Drought- A Major Problem of Rajasthan
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3.3 Air Environment
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3.3.1 Meterology of project site
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3.3.1.1 Meterological Data Recorded At Mine Site
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3.3.1.2 Wind Pattern
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3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality
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3.3.2.1 Selection of Sampling Station
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3.3.2.2 Parameters Monitored
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3.3.2.3 Sampling and Analytical Techniques and Instruments Used for Sampling
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3.3.3 Results
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3.4 Noise Environment
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3.4.1 Noise Analysis within the Study Area
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3.4.2 Results of Noise Monitoring
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3.5 Water Environment
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3.5.1 Surface Water
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3.5.2 Ground Water Quality
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3.5.3 Results of Ground Water Analysis
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3.6 Traffic Study
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3.6.1 Conclusion
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3.7 Soil Environment
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3.7.1 Soil Profile of District Jalore
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3.7.2 Soil Quality and Characteristics
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3.7.3 Result
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3.8 Biological Environment
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3.8.1 Introduction
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3.8.2 Objectives and Purpose of Study
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3.8.3 Study Area
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3.8.4 Survey Methodology
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3.8.5 General Vegetation Study of the Area
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3.8.5.1 Flora of the Core zone
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3.8.5.2 Flora of the Buffer zone (Terrestrial vegetation)
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3.8.6 Wild life and Avifauna of the study area
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3.8.6.1 Amphibian
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3.8.6.2 Terrestrial fauna
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3.8.7 Forest and Forest Types Observed In the Study Area
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3.8.7.1 Forest Cover in Jalore District
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3.8.8 Protected Areas
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3.8.9 Endangered and Threatened Species
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3.9 Socio-Economic Environment
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3.10 Socio-Economic Survey
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3.10.1 Sampling Method
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3.10.2 Data Collection Method
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3.10.3 Field Survey and Observation
98
3.10.4 Interview Method
98
3.10.5 Socio-Economic Survey
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CHAPTER 4: ANTICIPATED IMPACT & ITS MITIGATION MEASURES
106-129
4.0 Introduction
106
4.1 Construction Phase
106
4.2 Operation Phase
106
4.3 Air Environment
106
4.3.1 Air Quality Models
107
4.3.1.1 ISCST3 Dispersion Model
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4.3.1.2 Caline 4 Model
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4.3.2 Model Setup
111
4.3.2.1 Emission of PM10 due to Mining
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4.3.2.1.1 Loading of Material
111
4.3.2.1.2 Emission of PM10 due to Transportation
111
4.3.2.1.3 Emission of CO from Vehicles
112
4.3.3 Summary of Calculated Emission Rates
112
4.3.4 Meteorological Data
112
4.3.5 Modelling Methodology
113
4.3.6 Results
115
4.3.7 Conclusion
120
4.3.8 Mitigation Measures
120
4.5 Prediction of Impacts on Water Environment
121
4.5.1 Water Requirement
121
4.5.2 Waste Water Generation
121
4.5.3 Impacts on Surrounding Water Bodies
121
4.5.3.1 Impacts on Surface Water Quality
121
4.5.3.2 Impacts on Ground Water Quality
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4.6 Prediction of Impacts on Land Environment
122
4.6.1 Anticipated Impacts of the Proposed Mining Project
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4.6.2 Proposed Mining Measures
123
4.7 Prediction of Impacts on Soil Environment
123
4.7.1 Proposed Mitigation Measures
123
4.8 Prediction of Impacts on Topography and Drainage Pattern
123
4.8.1 Proposed Mitigation Measures
124
4.9 Prediction of Impacts on Human Beings and Crops
124
4.10 Prediction of Impacts on Biological Environment
124
4.11 Prediction of Impacts on Socio-Economic Environment
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4.11.1 Human Settlement
125
4.11.2 Employment
125
4.11.3 Agriculture
125
4.12 Prediction of Impacts due to Solid Waste/Overdumps
125
4.13 Occupational Health and Safety
125
4.13.1 Anticipated Impacts of Proposed Mining Projects
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4.13. 2 Propposed Mitigation Measures
126
4.14 Mine Closure Plan
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4.14.1 General
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4.14.2 Salient Features of Mining Closure
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4.14.3 Reason of Closure
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4.14.4 Statutory Obligations
127
4.14.5 Progressive Mine Closure Plan Preparations
128
4.14.6 Mined Out Land
128
4.14.7 Water Quality Management
128
4.14.8 Air Quality Management
128
4.14.9 Waste Management
128
4.14.10 Top Soil Management
128
4.14.11 Infrastructure
128
4.14.12 Disposal of Mining Machinery
128
4.14.13 Safety & Security
128
4.14.14 Disaster Management and Risk Assessment
129
4.14.15 Care and Maintenance during Temporary Discontinuance
129
4.14.16 Time Scheduling For Abandonment
129
4.14.17 Abandonment Cost
129
4.14.18 Financial Assurance
129
5. CHAPTER: ENVIRONMENTAL MONIROTING PROGRAM
130-135
5.0 Introduction
130
5.1 Environmental Management Cell
130
5.1.1 Responsibilities for Environmental Management Cell (EMC)
131
5.2 Monitoring Schedule
131
5.2.1 Locations of Monitoring Stations
134
5.3 Detailed Budget
135
CHAPTER-6: ADDITIONAL STUDIES
136-152
6.1 Public Hearing
136
6.1.1 Public Hearing Advertisement
136
6.1.2 Banner of Public Hearing
137
6.1.3 Photographs of Public Hearing
137
6.1.4 Minutes of Public Hearing
139
6.2 Risk Assessment- Introduction
149
6.2.1 Risk Assessment and Disaster Management Plan
149
6.2.2 Possible Risk due to inundation & its control
149
6.2.3 Dewatering
149
6.2.4 Possible risks due to failure of pit slope & control
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6.2.5 Possible risks due to failure of waste dump & its control
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6.2.6 Possible risks due to fire & control
150
6.2.7 Measures to prevent accidents due to trucks and dumpers
150
6.2.8 Other possible measures to avoid risks/disaster due to river bed mining
150
6.3 Emergency Control Centers
150
6.4 Conservation of Natural Resource
151
6.5 Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R & R)
151
6.6 Abandonment Cost
151
6.7 Peripheral Development Programme
151
6.8 Disaster Management plan
152
6.8.1 Disaster Management Team
152
6.8.2 Care and Maintenance during Temporary discontinuance
152
CHAPTER-7: PROJECT BENEFITS
153-154
7.1 Introduction
153
7.2 Improvement in Social Infrastructure
153
7.3 Green Belt Development
154
7.3.1 Plantation
154
7.3.2 Post Plantation Care
154
7.4 Employment Potential
154
7.5 Conclusion
154
CHAPTER-8: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
155-161
8.1 Introduction
155
8.2 Land Environment
156
8.3 Air Environment Management
156
8.3.1 Control of Gaseous Pollution
156
8.3.2 Control of Dust Pollution
156
8.4 Noise Environment
157
8.4.1 Noise Abatement and Control
157
8.5 Water Management
157
8.5.1 Surface & Ground Water Management
158
8.5.2 Waste Water Management
158
8.6 Solid Waste Management
158
8.7 Biological Environment
158
8.7.1 Floral and Faunal Environment of the Study Area
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8.7.2 Plantation Development
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8.7.2.1 introduction
158
8.7.2.2 Green Belt Development/Plantation Program
159
8.7.2.3 Budget for Conservaton of Biodiversity
159
8.7.2.4 post Plantation Care
160
8.8 Socio-Economic Environment
160
8.8.1 Management Plan for Socio-Economic Environment
160
8.9 Cost of Environment Protection
161
CHAPTER-9: SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
162-167
9.1 Introduction
162
9.2 Location of the Project
162
9.3 Mining
163
9.4 Utilities and Site Faccilities
164
9.5 Baseline Data
164
9.6 Environment Management Plan
165
9.6.1 Air Quality Management
165
9.6.2 Water Management
165
9.6.3 Noise Management
165
9.6.4 Solid Waste Management
166
9.6.5 Occupational Health & Safety
166
9.6.6 Plantation Development and Program
166
9.7 Benefits of Mining
166
10. CHAPTER: DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT ENGAGED
10.0 Disclosure of Consultants Engaged
168-171
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1.1 Key Plan showing the Environmental settings of the Study Area
Figure 2.1 Location Map of the Project Site
Figure 2.2 Geomorphology of District Jalore
Figure 2.3 Watershed Map of the Study Area
Figure 2.4 Process Flow Chart of River Bed Mining
Figure 2.5 Water Balance
Figure 2.6 Man Power Details
Figure 3.1 Land Use Pattern of the Study Area (10 km Radius from the Mine Site)
Figure 3.2 FCC Map of the Study Area (10 km Radius from the Mine Site)
Figure 3.3 Drainage Map of the Study Area
Figure 3.4 Seismic Map of India
Figure 3.5 Earthquake Hazard Map of Rajasthan
Figure 3.6 Wind Rose Diagram of Study Area
Figure 3.7 Temperature Profile of Study Area
Figure 3.8 Key Plan of Air Monitoring Stations
Figure 3.9 Concentration of SO2 at air monitoring station
Figure 3.10 Concentration of NO2 at air monitoring station
Figure 3.11 PM10 concentration at air monitoring station
Figure 3.12 Photographs of Noise Monitoring
Figure 3.13 Key Plan of Noise Monitoring Stations
Figure 3.14 Noise level monitoring Result
Figure 3.15 Water Sample Collection Photographs
Figure 3.16 Key Plan of Water Sampling Station
Fifure 3.17 Road Map of Bajri Transportation
Figure 3.18 Soil profile of district Jalore
Figure 3.19 Soil Sampling Photographs
Figure 3.20 Key Plan of Soil Sampling Stations
Figure 3.21 Socio Economic Data Collection
Figure 3.22 Total Population distributed by male female
Figure 3.23 Employment Pattern
Figure 3.24 Caste Distribution
Figure 3.25 Literacy Distribution
Figure 4.1 Gaussian Plume Model
Figure 4.2 Wind Rose Diagram
Figure 4.3 ISCST3 Model Setup
Figure 4.4 Graphical representation incremental concentration v/s Distance
Figure 4.5 Graphical representation of Model Result
Figure 4.6 Spatial distribution of predicted GLCs of PM10 due to Mining
Figure 4.7 Spatial distribution of PM10 GLC due to transportation
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Figure 4.7 Impact of Mining on Water Quality
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Figure 5.1 Hierarchy of Environment System for Dealing Environmental Issues
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Figure 8.1 Flow chart of EMP
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LIST OF TABLE
Table 1.1: Brief Description of the Project
Table 2.1: Project location
Table 2.2: Details of Mining
Table 2.3: Elevation Range
Table 2.4: Calculation & Replenishment Capacity
Table 2.5: Details Showing Year-wise Production of Mineral
Table 2.6: Pre and Post Land Use Plan
Table 3.1 Land Use Pattern of the Study Area
Table 3.2 Metrological Condition Of The Study Area
Table 3.3 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Sampling Stations
Table 3.4 Techniques Used for Determining Various Air Quality Parameters
Table 3.5 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
Table 3.6 Noise Monitoring Sampling Stations
Table 3.7 Noise Levels in Study Area
Table 3.8 CPCB Noise Standards
Table 3.9 Water Sampling Stations
Table 3.10 Water Analysis Results
Table 3.11 Roads and Highways in the Study Area
Table 3.12 (A) Traffic Volume Count Survey (Hourly)
Table 3.12 (B) Traffic Volume Count Survey (Hourly)
Table 3.12 (C) No. of Vehicles per Hour
Table 3.12 (D) Existing Traffic Scenario & LOS
Table 3.12 (E) Modified Traffic Scenario and LOS
Table 3.13 Soil Monitoring Stations
Table 3.14 Soil Analysis Results
Table 3.15 Mode of Data Collection & Parameters Considered During Survey
Table 3.16 Diversity of Flora in the Study Area
Table 3.17 Diversity of Fauna in the Study Area
Table 3.18 Eco-Sensitive Areas falls in Study Area
Table 3.19 Socio-Economic Survey Methodology
Table 3.20 Demographic Details of the Study Area
Table 4.1 Dispersion Parameter as per Stability class
Table 4.2 Comparative analysis between ISCST3 and CALINE 4 model
Table 4.3 Emissions Rates
Table 4.4 Predicted GLC of PM10 at Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Table 4.5 Breakup of the Land
Table 5.1 Post Project Monitoring
Table 5.2 Details of Post Project Monitoring
Table 5.3 Locations for the Post Project Monitoring
Table 5.4 Compliance for Environmental Clearance
Table 5.5 Budget Allocation for Monitoring
Table 6.1 Questions raised by Public in Public Hearing and Reply by Proponent
Table 7.1 Proposed Budget for CSR Activities
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Table 8.1 Schedule of Plantation for the Five Year
Table 8.2 Year wise plantation details
Table 8.3 Budget for Conservation of Biodiversity
Table 8.4 CSR Activities
Table 8.5 Cost of Environment Protection
Table 9.1 Details of the Project
Table 9.2 Details of Mining
Table 9.3 Details Showing Year-wise Production of Mineral
Table 9.4 Baseline Environmental Status
Table 9.5 Budget Allocation of EMP
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ABBREVIATIONS
AAQM
CM
CPCB
dB
DG
E
EIA
EMC
EMP
ENE
EPA
ESE
FCC
GIS
GPS
HP
Hr
IMD
IRS
ISCST
ISO
ISS
KLD
Km
KVA
KW
M
M asl
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Centimeter
Central Pollution Control Board
Decibel
Diesel Generator
East
Environmental Impact Assessment
Environmental Management Cell
Environmental Management Plan
East Of North- East
Environmental Protection Agencies
East Of South East
False Colour Composite
Geological Information System
Global Positioning System
Horse Power
Hour
Indian Meteorological Department
Indian Remote Sensing Satellite
Industrial Source Complex, Short Terms
International Organization Of Standardization
Indian Standard Specification
Kilo Litre Per Day
Kilometer
Kilo Volt Ampere
Kilo Watt
Meter
Mean Sea Level
MCDR
Mining Conservation & Development Rules
M bgl
mg
MoEF
mRL
MT
MTPA
N
NE
NH
NNE
NNW
Meter Below Ground Level
Milligram
Ministry Of Environment & Forest
Mean Reference Level
Million Tonne
Million Tonn s Per Annum
North
North-East
National Highway
North Of North-East
North Of North-West
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No. J-11015/341/2013-IA.II (M)
Government of India
Ministry of Environment and Forests
IA Division
***
Paryavaran Bhavan,
C.G.O. Complex, Lodi Road,
New Delhi-110 003
Telefax: 011-24364067
Dated: 22nd November, 2013
To
M/s Anil Joshi
60, Khasra No. 184/2,
Pratap Nagar, Ghatani Hospital,
District Jodhpur,
Rajasthan – 342003.
Email: [email protected]
Sub.: Bajri mine with production capacity 10.5 Lakh TPA (ROM) by M/s. Anil
Joshi located at Tehsil – Bagora, District- Jalore, Rajasthan (2597.06
ha)– Prescribing TORs regarding.
This has reference to your letter no. Nil dated 29.08.2013 regarding the
proposal for determining the Terms of Reference (TORs) for undertaking detailed EIA
study for the purpose of obtaining environmental clearance in accordance with the
provisions of the EIA Notification, 2006. For this purpose, the Proponent had submitted
information in the prescribed format (Form-1) along with a Pre-feasibility Report. The
proposal was considered by the Reconstituted Expert Appraisal Committee in its 12th
meeting held during 31st October, 2013 to 01st November, 2013.
2.
The proposal of M/s. Anil Joshi is for River Bajri Mining with Production Capacity
of 10.5 Lakh TPA of Bajri in 2597.06 ha. The Mine lease area is located at TehsilBhinmal, District: Jalore, Rajasthan. The lease area lies on Sagi & Sukari River bed.
The Latitudes and Longitudes of the Mine Lease area are 25°04'44.82
to
25°11'35.88”N and 72°51'7.29 to 72°5'47.18"E respectively.
3.
Mining is by semi-mechanized opencast method. Excavation will be carried out
up to a maximum depth of 3 meters from surface of sand deposit and not less than
one meter from the water level of the River channel whichever is reached earlier. The
total mine lease area is 2597.06 ha which non-forest land.
4.
Letter of Intent (LOI) for grant of mining lease for minor mineral Bajri over an
area of 2597.06 ha. has been granted from Director of Mines and Geology
Department, Govt. of Rajasthan vide letter dated 20-03-2013 for the period of 5 year
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to Mr. Anil Joshi. Total water requirement for the project will be 25.2 KLD which will be
sourced from nearby villages. Total Cost of the Project is Rs. 2.61 Crores. PP informed
that no court case/litigation is pending against the project.
5.
The Committee noted that the consultant (M/s Vardan Environet, Gurgaon) who
prepared the Form I and PFR report is not accredited by QCI/NABET. However,
Proponent has submitted an order of CWP No. 23391 of 2012, dated 29.11.2012 of
Hon’ble High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh staying the applicability of
QCI accreditation to the instant consultant. Hence, the consultant was allowed by the
Committee to present the proposal.
6.
Based on the information content in the documents submitted and the
presentation made before the Committee for mining projects, the following TORs are
prescribed for undertaking detailed EIA study:1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
Year-wise production details since 1994 should be given, clearly stating the
highest production achieved in any one year prior to 1994. It may also be
categorically informed whether there had been any increase in production after
the EIA Notification, 1994 came into force w.r.t. the highest production
achieved prior to 1994.
A copy of the document in support of the fact that the Proponent is the rightful
lessee of the mine should be given.
All documents including approved mine plan, EIA and public hearing should be
compatible with one another in terms of the mine lease area, production
levels, waste generation and its management and mining technology and
should be in the name of the lessee.
All corner coordinates of the mine lease area, superimposed on a High
Resolution Imagery/toposheet should be provided. Such an Imagery of the
proposed area should clearly show the land use and other ecological features
of the study area (core and buffer zone).
Does the company have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its
Board of Directors? If so, it may be spelt out in the EIA report with description
of the prescribed operating process/procedures to bring into focus any
infringement/deviation/violation of the environmental or forest norms/
conditions? The hierarchical system or administrative order of the Company to
deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the EC
conditions may also be given. The system of reporting of non-compliances /
violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the Company
and/or shareholders or stakeholders at large may also be detailed in the EIA
report.
Issues relating to Mine Safety, including subsidence study in case of
underground mining and slope study in case of open cast mining, blasting
study etc. should be detailed. The proposed safeguard measures in each case
should also be provided.
The study area will comprise of 10 km zone around the mine lease from lease
periphery and the data contained in the EIA such as waste generation etc
should be for the life of the mine / lease period.
Land use of the study area delineating forest area, agricultural land, grazing
land, wildlife sanctuary, national park, migratory routes of fauna, water
bodies, human settlements and other ecological features should be indicated.
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9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
Land use plan of the mine lease area should be prepared to encompass
preoperational, operational and post operational phases and submitted.
Impact, if any, of change of land use should be given.
Details of the land for any Over Burden Dumps outside the mine lease, such as
extent of land area, distance from mine lease, its land use, R&R issues, if any,
should be given.
A Certificate from the Competent Authority in the State Forest Department
should be provided, confirming the involvement of forest land, if any, in the
project area. In the event of any contrary claim by the Project Proponent
regarding the status of forests, the site may be inspected by the State Forest
Department along with the Regional Office of the Ministry to ascertain the
status of forests, based on which, the Certificate in this regard as mentioned
above be issued. In all such cases, it would be desirable for representative of
the State Forest Department to assist the Expert Appraisal Committees.
Status of forestry clearance for the broken up area and virgin forestland
involved in the Project including deposition of net present value (NPV) and
compensatory afforestation (CA) should be indicated. A copy of the forestry
clearance should also be furnished.
Implementation status of recognition of forest rights under the Scheduled
Tribes and other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act,
2006 should be indicated.
The vegetation in the RF / PF areas in the study area, with necessary details,
should be given.
A study shall be got done to ascertain the impact of the Mining Project on
wildlife of the study area and details furnished. Impact of the project on the
wildlife in the surrounding and any other protected area and accordingly
detailed mitigative measures required, should be worked out with cost
implications and submitted.
Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors,
Tiger/Elephant Reserves/(existing as well as proposed), if any, within 10 km of
the mine lease should be clearly indicated, supported by a location map duly
authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden. Necessary clearance, as may be
applicable to such projects due to proximity of the ecologically sensitive areas
as mentioned above, should be obtained from the State Wildlife
Department/Chief Wildlife Warden under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
and copy furnished.
A detailed biological study of the study area [core zone and buffer zone (10
km radius of the periphery of the mine lease)] shall be carried out. Details of
flora and fauna, duly authenticated, separately for core and buffer zone should
be furnished based on such primary field survey, clearly indicating the
Schedule of the fauna present. In case of any scheduled-I fauna found in the
study area, the necessary plan for their conservation should be prepared in
consultation with State Forest and Wildlife Department and details furnished.
Necessary allocation of funds for implementing the same should be made as
part of the project cost.
Proximity to Areas declared as ‘Critically Polluted’ or the Project areas likely to
come under the ‘Aravali Range’, (attracting court restrictions for mining
operations), should also be indicated and where so required, clearance
certifications from the prescribed Authorities, such as the SPCB or State
Minning Dept. Should be secured and furnished to the effect that the proposed
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18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
mining activities could be considered.
Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ map duly authenticated by one of the
authorized agencies demarcating LTL. HTL, CRZ area, location of the mine
lease w.r.t CRZ, coastal features such as mangroves, if any, should be
furnished. (Note: The Mining Projects falling under CRZ would also need to
obtain approval of the concerned Coastal Zone Management Authority).
R&R Plan/compensation details for the Project Affected People (PAP) should be
furnished. While preparing the R&R Plan, the relevant State/National
Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy should be kept in view. In respect of SCs
/STs and other weaker sections of the society in the study area, a need based
sample survey, family-wise, should be undertaken to assess their
requirements, and action programmes prepared and submitted accordingly,
integrating the sectoral programmes of line departments of the State
Government. It may be clearly brought out whether the village located in the
mine lease area will be shifted or not. The issues relating to shifting of Village
including their R&R and socio-economic aspects should be discussed in the
report.
One season (non-monsoon) primary baseline data on ambient air quality
(PM10, SO2 and NOx), water quality, noise level, soil and flora and fauna shall
be collected and the AAQ and other data so compiled presented date-wise in
the EIA and EMP Report. Site-specific meteorological data should also be
collected. The location of the monitoring stations should be such as to
represent whole of the study area and justified keeping in view the predominant downwind direction and location of sensitive receptors. There should
be at least one monitoring station within 500 m of the mine lease in the predominant downwind direction. The mineralogical composition of PM10,
particularly for free silica, should be given.
Air quality modelling should be carried out for prediction of impact of the
project on the air quality of the area. It should also take into account the
impact of movement of vehicles for transportation of mineral. The details of
the model used and input parameters used for modelling should be provided.
The air quality contours may be shown on a location map clearly indicating the
location of the site, location of sensitive receptors, if any, and the habitation.
The wind roses showing pre-dominant wind direction may also be indicated on
the map.
The water requirement for the Project, its availability and source should be
furnished. A detailed water balance should also be provided. Fresh water
requirement for the Project should be indicated.
Necessary clearance from the Competent Authority for drawl of requisite
quantity of water for the Project should be provided.
Description of water conservation measures proposed to be adopted in the
Project should be given. Details of rainwater harvesting proposed in the
Project, if any, should be provided.
Impact of the project on the water quality, both surface and groundwater
should be assessed and necessary safeguard measures, if any required, should
be provided.
Based on actual monitored data, it may clearly be shown whether working will
intersect groundwater. Necessary data and documentation in this regard may
be provided. In case the working will intersect groundwater table, a detailed
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27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
37)
38)
Hydro Geological Study should be undertaken and Report furnished. Necessary
permission from Central Ground Water Authority for working below ground
water and for pumping of ground water should also be obtained and copy
furnished.
Details of any stream, seasonal or otherwise, passing through the lease area
and modification / diversion proposed, if any, and the impact of the same on
the hydrology should be brought out.
Information on site elevation, working depth, groundwater table etc. Should
be provided both in AMSL and bgl. A schematic diagram may also be provided
for the same.
A time bound Progressive Greenbelt Development Plan shall be prepared in a
tabular form (indicating the linear and quantitative coverage, plant species and
time frame) and submitted, keeping in mind, the same will have to be
executed up front on commencement of the project.
Impact on local transport infrastructure due to the Project should be indicated.
Projected increase in truck traffic as a result of the Project in the present road
network (including those outside the Project area) should be worked out,
indicating whether it is capable of handling the incremental load. Arrangement
for improving the infrastructure, if contemplated (including action to be taken
by other agencies such as State Government) should be covered.
Details of the onsite shelter and facilities to be provided to the mine workers
should be included in the EIA report.
Conceptual post mining land use and Reclamation and Restoration of mined
out areas (with plans and with adequate number of sections) should be given
in the EIA report.
A time bound Progressive Greenbelt Development Plan shall be prepared in a
tabular form (indicating the linear and quantitative coverage, plant species and
time frame) and submitted, keeping in mind, the same will have to be
executed up front on commencement of the project. Phase-wise plan of
plantation and compensatory afforestation should be charted clearly indicating
the area to be covered under plantation and the species to be planted. The
details of plantation already done should be given.
Occupational Health impacts of the Project should be anticipated and the
proposed preventive measures spelt out in detail. Details of pre-placement
medical examination and periodical medical examination schedules should be
incorporated in the EMP.
Public health implications of the Project and related activities for the
population in the impact zone should be systematically evaluated and the
proposed remedial measures should be detailed along with budgetary
allocations.
Measures of socio economic significance and influence to the local community
proposed to be provided by the Project Proponent should be indicated. As far
as possible, quantitative dimensions may be given with time frames for
implementation.
Detailed environmental management plan to mitigate the environmental
impacts which, should inter-alia include the impacts of change of land use, loss
of agricultural and grazing land, if any, occupational health impacts besides
other impacts specific to the proposed Project.
Public hearing points raised and commitment of the project proponent on the
same along with time bound action plan to implement the same should be
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39)
40)
41)
42)
43)
44)
45)
46)
47)
48)
49)
7.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
provided and also incorporated in the final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.
Details of litigation pending against the project, if any, with direction /order
passed by any Court of Law against the project should be given.
The cost of the project (capital cost and recurring cost) as well as the cost
towards implementation of EMP should clearly be spelt out.
Details of replenishment studies
Details of Transportation of mined out materials as per the Indian Road
Congress for both the ways (loaded as well as unloaded trucks) load and its
impact on Environment;
Proper species specific Conservation plan for Schedule–I and II species;
Impact of mining on plankton;
Details of mining activity to be provided w.r.t Block Wise/ Calendar wise/
Zonal wise, as the mine lease area is having a long stretch,
Details of Gradient of river bed to be provided;
Details of excavation schedule & sequential mining plan;
Mining Plan shall be prepared carefully, dividing lease area into manageable
blocks to ensure scientific and systematic mining of minor minerals; and
The base line data shall be collected so as to represent the whole mine lease
area.
Besides the above, the below mentioned general points are also to be followed:All documents to be properly referenced with index and continuous page
numbering.
Where data are presented in the report especially in tables, the period in which
the data were collected and the sources should be indicated.
Where the documents provided are in a language other than English, an
English translation should be provided.
The Questionnaire for environmental appraisal of industrial projects as devised
earlier by the Ministry shall also be filled and submitted.
While preparing the EIA report, the instructions for the proponents and
instructions for the consultants issued by MoEF vide O.M. No. J11013/41/2006-IA.II(I) dated 4th August, 2009, which are available on the
website of this Ministry, should also be followed.
Changes, if any made in the basic scope and project parameters (as submitted
in Form-I and the F.R for securing the TOR) should be brought to the attention
of MoEF with reasons for such changes and permission should be sought, as
the TOR may also have to be altered. Post Public Hearing changes in structure
and content of the draft EIA/EMP (other than modifications arising out of the
P.H. process) will entail conducting the PH again with the revised
documentation.
As per the circular no. J-11011/618/2010-IA.II(I) dated 30.5.2012, you are
requested to submit certified report of the status of compliance of the
conditions stipulated in the environment clearance for the existing operations
of the project by the Regional Office of Ministry of Environment & Forests, if
applicable.
8.
The EIA report should also include (i) surface plan of the area indicating
contours of main topographic features, drainage and mining area, (ii) geological maps
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and sections and (iii) sections of the mine pit and external dumps, if any, clearly
showing the land features of the adjoining area.
9.
The prescribed TORs would be valid for a period of two years for submission of
the EIA/EMP reports, as per the O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-IA.II(I) dated 22.3.2010.
10.
After preparing the draft EIA (as per the generic structure prescribed in
Appendix- III of the EIA Notification, 2006) covering the above mentioned issues, the
proponent will get the public hearing conducted and take further necessary action for
obtaining environmental clearance in accordance with the procedure prescribed under
the EIA Notification, 2006.
(Dr. Saroj)
Director
Copy to:
1).
The Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Shastri Bhawan, New
Delhi
2).
The Secretary, Department of Mines & Geology, Government of Rajasthan
Secretariat, Jaipur.
3).
The Secretary, Department of Environment, Government of Rajasthan,
Secretariat, Jaipur.
4).
The Chief Conservator of Forests, Central Region, Ministry of Environment
and Forests, B-1/72, Sector-A, Aliganj, Lucknow-226020.
5).
The Member Secretary, Rajasthan State
Institutional area, Jhalana, Doongri, Jaipur.
6).
The Controller General, Indian Bureau of Mines, Indira Bhavan, Civil Lines,
Nagpur - 440 001
7).
The District Collector, Jalore District, State of Rajasthan.
8).
Guard File
9).
MoEF website.
Pollution
Control
Board,
4,
(Dr. Saroj)
Director
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Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
Final EIA/EMP Report
COMPLIANCE OF TOR CONDITIONS
Point wise compliance of TOR points issued by MoEF, New Delhi vide letter no. J-11015/341/2013-IA.II (M) dated 22nd
November, 2013 for Mineral-Bajri (2597.06 ha) Mine with production capacity of 10,50,000 TPA at Revenue village of TehsilBagora, District- Jalore, Rajasthan by M/s. Anil Joshi.
DESCRIPTION
RESPONSE
PAGE NO. &
ANNEXURES. IN
EIA/EMP REPORT
1
Year-wise production details since 1994 should
be given, clearly stating the highest production
achieved in any one year prior to 1994. It may
also be categorically informed whether there
had been any increase in production after the
EIA Notification, 1994 came into force w.r.t. the
highest production achieved prior to 1994.
As this is Fresh Mining lease area, no production is started,
production will commence only after obtaining Environmental
clearance and Consent For Establishment. Hence this is not
applicable to us.
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2
A copy of the document in support of the fact The copy of the letter of Intent (LOI) of Mining lease issued by Chapter-1 Item- 1.0
that the Proponent is the rightful lessee of the Mining Department, Government of Rajasthan Vide letter no.- Page- 22
mine should be given.
P.8(21)Mining/Group-2/2013 dated 20/03/2013 is enclosed as Annexure-I Page- 172
Annexure-I.
3
All documents including approved mine plan,
EIA and public hearing should be compatible
with one another in terms of the mine lease
area, production levels, waste generation and
its Management and mining technology and
should be in the name of the lessee.
TOR
REF.
All the documents i.e. approved mining plan, EIA, and public
hearing are compatible with each other in terms of ML area,
production levels, waste generation and its management and
mining technology. Both the approved mining plan & ML area
in the name of lessee Shri Anil Joshi.
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8
Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
Final EIA/EMP Report
4
All corner coordinates of the mine lease area, Al l corner of the coordinates of ML area are superimposed on
superimposed on a High Resolution Imagery/ toposheet of survey of India and same has been furnished as
toposheet should be provided. Such an Imagery Chapter-1 in Final EIA report.
of the proposed area should clearly show the
land use and other ecological features of the
study area (core and buffer zone).
Please refer to Figure
1.1 Chapter-1 Page-27.
5
Does the company have a well laid down
Environment Policy approved by its Board of
Directors? If so, it may be spelt out in the EIA
report with description of the prescribed
operating process/procedures to bring into
focus any infringement/deviation/violation of
the environmental or forest norms/ conditions?
The hierarchical system or administrative
order of the Company to deal with the
environmental issues and for ensuring
compliance with the EC conditions may also be
given. The system of reporting of non
compliances / violations of environmental
norms to the Board of Directors of the
Company and/or shareholders or stakeholders
at large may also be detailed in the EIA report.
Yes, the company has formulated Environmental Policy which Please
refer
is approved by lease holder. As per policy company will comply Annexure –IV
all with all legal requirements of Environmental Protection Act Page: 175-176
& others Indian environmental laws.
Signed copy of the Environment policy and hierarchical system
or administrative is shown as Annexure –IV for your kind
reference.
6
Issues relating to Mine Safety, including
subsidence study in case of underground
mining and slope study in case of open cast
mining, blasting study etc. should be detailed
.The proposed safeguard measures in each case
should be provided.
This is an opencast river bed mining. No underground
workings exist in the lease area. Hence, subsidence study not
required.
Slope Study
As the working will be continued in the river bed to the
maximum depth of 3.0m only, thus slope study is not required.
Blasting Study
Mineral is loose so no blasting will be carried out.
Mining safety & security plan is incorporated in chapter-4 of
EIA/EMP Plan.
to
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9
Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
Final EIA/EMP Report
7
The study area will comprise of 10 km zone
around the mine lease from lease periphery
and the data contained in the EIA such as waste
generation etc should be for the life of the mine
/lease period.
Study area comprises of 10 km radius around the mine lease Please refer to Figure
boundary. Map showing 10 km radius of the ML area has been 1.1 Chapter-1 Page-27.
furnished in Chapter-1 of EIA report.
Chapter-2 Item 2.5.4.2
No waste generation envisaged as there is no OB/ interburden. Page 37-38.
8
Land use of the study area delineating forest
area, agricultural land, grazing land, wildlife
sanctuary, National park, migratory routes of
fauna, water bodies, human settlements and
other ecological features should be indicated.
Land use plan of the mine lease area should be
prepared to encompass preoperational,
operational and post operational phases and
submitted.
Land use pattern based on Satellite imagery of study area has
been furnished in Chapter-3 of Final EIA report.
There is no National Park, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserve and
Wild Life Corridors present in the study area.
Land use plan of the mine lease in operation & post operation
phase has been discuss in chapter-4.
It is river bed mining. River bed will be excavated in slice of 3
meter thickness leaving statutory barrier. Material will be
replenished every year during monsoon. So no change occurs
in land use pattern.
Chapter-3 Fig- 3.1
Page- 52
Table- 3.1 Page- 51
Chapter-2 Table 2.6
Page-47
9
Details of the land for any over Burden Dumps
outside the mine lease, such as extent of land
area, distance from mine lease, its land use,
R&R issues, if any, should be given.
There is no waste generation for Bajri mining. The Minor
mineral Bajri is excavated & subsequently transported to the
consumers by dumpers & tractor trolleys. Hence there will be
no overburden dumps inside/outside the mine lease area.
The land of Bajri mining lease area is a government land on the
river bed of Parvati River. There is no human settlement and
private land owners. Hence R & R is not applicable on this
project.
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10
Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
Final EIA/EMP Report
10
A Certificate from the Competent Authority in
the State Forest Department should be
provided, confirming the involvement of forest
land, if any, in the project area. In the event of
any contrary claim by the Project Proponent
regarding the status of forests, the site may be
inspected by the State Forest Department along
with the Regional Office of the Ministry to
ascertain the status of forests, based on which,
the Certificate in this regard as mentioned
above be issued. In all such cases, it would be
desirable for representative of the State Forest
Department to assist the Expert Appraisal
Committees.
The Mining Lease area does not involve any Forest Land. The
mining lease area is a Government land on the river bed of
Parvati River & its area is free from any reservation of Forest
Land. Mining Department grant the LOI of the Lease Area after
taking interdepartmental clarification from the Forest
Department that the LOI lease area is free from Forest.
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11
Status of forestry clearance for the broken up The land of the Mining lease area is Government land on the
area and virgin forest land involved in the river bed of Sukari and Sagi Nadi & this area is free from any
project including deposition of net present reservation of forest department, Rajasthan Government.
value (NPV) and compensatory afforestation
(CA) should be indicated. A copy of the forestry
clearance should also be furnished.
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12
Implementation status of recognition of forest Not Applicable.
rights under the Scheduled Tribes and other There is no involvement of forest land in the project area.
Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of
Forest Rights) Act, 2006 should be indicated.
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Project Name: Bajri Mining (Area 2597.06 Ha)
Tehsil- Bagora, District-Jalore, Rajasthan
Applicant Name: Anil Joshi S/o-Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
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14
Final EIA/EMP Report
The vegetation in the RF/PF areas in the study Flora details in the RF has been collected for study period by
area, with necessary details, should be given.
Ecology & Biodiversity Expert and the acquired data was also
compared with the secondary data collected by forest
department. The list of flora is discussed in Chapter-3 of the
EIA/EMP Report.
The other eco sensitive areas falling in the study area are as
follows:
S. NO. PARTICULARS
1. Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)
2. Open Jungle (Near Village Jodhwas 0.1 Km,E)
3. Open Jungle (Near Village Meda, 1.8 km, S)
4. Open Jungle (Near Village Dungarwa)
Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Bhadwi,0.5
5.
Km N)
Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Phagotra, 2.7
6.
Km)
Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Sewari, 1 km,
7.
S)
8. Open Jungle (Near Puniya Nadi, 5Km, NE)
Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Rah, 2.5 Km,
9.
SSE)
Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Dungawas, 2.6
10.
Km, S)
Fairy dense Jungle (Near Village Kaleti, 600 m,
11.
SE)
12. Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Vijay Dhora)
13. Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)
Chapter-3
Item-3.8.
Page-89 to 97
Table-3.16 Page- 94-95
A study shall be got done to ascertain the
impact of the Mining Project on wildlife of the
study area and details furnished. Impact of the
project on the wildlife in the surrounding and
Chapter-3
Item-3.8.
Page-89 to 97.
Table 3.17, Page-95-96
Chapter-8, Item-8.7.2.3
Details of Fauna incorporated in Chapter-3.
No significant impact is anticipated due to mining of Bajri
minor mineral.
The detailed budget for Biodiversity Conservation is discussed
Table-3.18 Page- 96-97
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any other protected area and accordingly in Chapter-8 of Final EIA/EMP Report.
detailed mitigation measures required, should
be worked out with cost implications and
submitted.
Page-159-160
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Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries,
Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger/
Elephant Reserves/ (existing as well as
proposed), if any, within 10 km of the mine
lease should be clearly indicated, supported by
a location map duly authenticated by Chief
Wildlife Warden. Necessary clearance, as may
be applicable to such projects due to proximity
of the ecologically sensitive areas as mentioned
above, should be obtained from the State
Wildlife Department/Chief Wildlife Warden
under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and
copy furnished.
No National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Chapter-3
Table-3.18
Corridors, Tiger/ Elephant Reserves/ are falling within 10 km Page- 96-97
of the study area.
However, Reserve Forests are falling in study area which is
incorporated in Chapter-3.
16
A detailed biological study of the study area
[core zone and buffer zone (10 km radius of the
periphery of the mine lease)] shall be carried
out. Details of flora and fauna, duly
authenticated, separately for core and buffer
zone should be furnished based on such
primary field survey, clearly indicating the
Schedule of the fauna present. In case of any
scheduled-I fauna found in the study area, the
necessary plan for their conservation should be
prepared in consultation with State Forest and
Wildlife Department and details furnished.
Necessary allocation of funds for implementing
the same should be made as part of the project
cost.
The details biological study (flora & fauna) within 10 km radius
of the project site have been incorporated in Chapter-3 of Final
EIA/ EMP Report.
There are no fauna listed in Scheduled-I has been found in
study area within 10 Km radius of project site so there is no
need of conservation plan.
The detail of Flora & Fauna of district Jalore collected from
District Forest Officer, Jalore is attached as Annexure-VII.
Chapter-3 Item-3.8
Page-89 to 97
Table 3.16 & 3.17
Page-94 to 96
Annexure-VII
Page- 256-272
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Proximity to area declared as “Critically
Polluted” or the project areas likely to come
under the Aravali Range (attracting court
restrictions for mining operations), should
also be indicated and where so required,
clearance certification from the prescribed
Authority, such as SPCB or State Mining Dept.
should be secured and furnished to the effect
that the proposed mining activities could be
considered.
The project site is neither falling under Aravali range nor it is Annexure-I Page- 172
located in proximity to area declared as Critically Polluted.
The proposed mining area of minor mineral Bajri is located on
the river bed of Sukari and Sagi River. The valid and lawful LOI
of this project site has been granted to the lease holder by the
Mining Department of Rajasthan Government as enclosed in
Annexure-I.
18
Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ map duly
authenticated by one of the authorized
agencies demarcating LTL.HTL,CRZ area
location of the mine lease w.r.t CRZ, coastal
features such as mangrove, if any, should be
furnished.(Note: The mining Projects failing
under CRZ would also need to obtain approval
of the concerned Coastal Zone Management
Authority).
Not Applicable.
The lease area dose not falls in CRZ.
19
R&R Plan/compensation details for the Project There is no Project Affected Person (PAP) by mining activities.
Affected People (PAP) should be furnished. Hence, there is no need of R & R Plan.
While preparing the R&R Plan, the relevant
State/National Rehabilitation & Resettlement
Policy should be kept in view. In respect of SCs
/STs and other weaker sections of the society
in the study area, a need based sample survey,
family-wise, should be undertaken to assess
their Requirements, and action programmes
prepared
and
submitted
accordingly,
integrating the sectoral programmes of line
departments of the State Government. It may
be clearly brought out whether the village
located in the mine lease area will be shifted or
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not. The issues related to shifting of Village
including their R & R and socio economic
aspects should be discussed in report.
20
One season (non-monsoon) primary baseline
data on ambient air quality (PM10, SO2 and
NOx), water quality, noise level, soil and flora
and fauna shall be collected and the AAQ and
other data so compiled presented date-wise in
the EIA and EMP Report. Site- specific
meteorological data should also be collected.
The location of the monitoring stations should
be such as to represent whole of the study area
and justified keeping in view the pre-dominant
Downwind direction and location of sensitive
receptors. There should be at least one
monitoring station within 500 m of the mine
lease in the pre-dominant downwind direction.
The mineralogical composition of PM10,
particularly for free silica, should be given.
Baseline data of study area within 10 Km radius of the project
site was collected for October 2013 to December 2013 (Post
Monsoon). Annexure V enclosed.
The details of study are incorporated in chapter-3.
The key plans of monitoring station have been shown in
Chapter-3.
The locations of Monitoring station have been selected in
predominant wind direction.
Metrological data has been collected and attached as AnnexureVI.
One monitoring station within 500 m of the mine lease in the
pre-dominant downwind direction.
EIA contains the mineralogical composition for PM10. Lab
results of mineralogy of PM10 have been attached as AnnexureV.
Annexure- V Page- 177251
Fig- 3.8, 3.13, 3.16, 3.20
Page- 63, 70, 74, 86
Annexure-VI
Page- 252-255
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Air quality modeling should be carried out for
prediction of impact of the project on the air
quality of the area. It should also take into
account the impact of movement of vehicles for
transportation of mineral. The details of the
model used and input parameters used for
modeling should be provided. The air quality
contours may be shown on a location map
clearly indicating the location of the site,
location of sensitive receptors, if any, and the
habitation. The wind roses showing predominant wind direction may also be indicated
on the map.
Air quality modeling & impact of air quality has been Chapter-4 Item- 4.3
incorporated in Chapter-4 of final EIA/EMP report.
Page-106-121
Air quality modeling has been carried out by AERMOD CLOUDS
model using ISCST3 Dispersion Model for prediction of impact
of the proposed mining on the air quality of the area.
The predominant wind direction recorded during study period
was from SW to NE direction.
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22
The water requirement for the Project, its
availability and source should be furnished. A
detailed water balance should also be provided.
Fresh water requirement for the Project should
be indicated.
23
Necessary clearance from the Competent
Authority for drawl of requisite quantity of
water for the Project should be provided
24
Description of water conservation measures
proposed to be adopted in the Project should
be given. Details of rainwater harvesting
proposed in the Project, if any, should be
provided.
25
Impact of the project on the water quality, both
surface and groundwater should be assessed
and necessary safeguard measures, if any
required, should be provided.
26
Based on actual monitored data, it may clearly
be shown whether working will intersect
groundwater.
Necessary
data
and
documentation in this regard may be provided.
In case the working will intersect groundwater
table, a detailed Hydro Geological Study should
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Dust suppression
= 17 KLD
Domestic purpose
= 2.2 KLD
Plantation
=6 KLD
Total
= 25.2 KLD
Water will be taken from existing bore wells/ wells from
nearby villages. The detail is incorporate Chapter-2.
Not applicable
Water will be taken from existing bore wells / wells from
nearby villages so no new bore well will be dug up so necessary
clearance from competent authority are not required.
The requirement of water is 25.2 KLD and met from bore well.
Water conservation strategies have been discussed in EMP in
Chapter-8.
Rainwater harvesting measures not applicable.
Chapter-2 Item- 2.7.1
Fig- 2.5 Page- 47-48.
Surface Water
No permanent infrastructure will be developed which may
obstruct the river flow, the proposed Bajri mining will not be
done in rainy days hence there will not be any adverse impact
on the surface water.
Ground Water
The ground water quality will not be changed because mining
activity will not intersect the ground water table as it is
restricted to 3m depth only.
Impact of the project on the water quality & its mitigation
measures has been incorporated in Chapter-4 of final EIA/EMP
report.
The maximum working depth of mining will be 3 m bgl & the
ground water table exists at 20m bgl. So working depth/level
will not be intersecting of ground water table.
Permission from CGWA is not applicable.
Systematic diagram of mining depth also incorporated in
Chapter-4.
Chapter-4 Item-4.5.3
Page 121-122
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Chapter-8 Item - 8.5
Page-157-158
Chapter-4 Item- 4.5
Fig- 4.7
Page- 122
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be undertaken and Report furnished. Necessary
permission from Central Ground Water
Authority for working below ground water and
for pumping of ground water should also be
obtained and copy furnished.
27
Details of any stream, seasonal or otherwise,
passing through the lease area and
modification / diversion proposed, if any, and
the impact of the same on the hydrology should
be brought out.
There is no stream modification/ diversion.
It is opencast mining of minor mineral Bajri located on the
river bed and mining is permitted only up to depth of 3 meter,
hence there will be no stream diversion/ modifications.
28
Information on site elevation, working depth,
groundwater table etc. should be provided both
in AMSL and bgl. A schematic diagram may also
be provided for the same.
Maximum Working Depth : 3m bgl
Chapter-2 Page- 15
Ground water Table: 20 m bgl
Chapter-4 Fig- 4.2
Information about site elevation, working depth has been Page- 14
incorporated in Chapter-2.
Systematic diagram of mining depth also incorporated in
Chapter-4.
29
A time bound Progressive Green belt Schedule of plantation of five years given below:
Development Plan shall be prepared in a Year of
Target of Assumed
Replenishm Total
tabular form (indicating the linear and Plantatio Plantation survival
ent of
quantitative coverage plant species and time n
Casualties
frame) and submitted keeping in mind, the I Yr.
51941
10388
41553
same will have to be executed up front on
commencement of the project.
II Yr.
51941
10388
10388
51941
III Yr.
51941
10388
10388
51941
IV Yr.
51941
10388
10388
51941
V Yr.
51941
10388
10388
51941
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Chapter-8 Item--8.7
Page- 158-159
Table 8.1 Page- 159
Progressive Green belt program details have been discussed in
Chapter-8.
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Impact on the local transport infrastructure
due to the project should be indicated.
Projected increase in truck traffic as a result of
the project in the present road network
(including those outside the Project area)
should be worked out, indicating whether it is
capable of handling the incremental load.
Arrangement by other agencies such as State
Government) should be covered.
Transportation of mineral during operation of mines will be
done by road & SH-28 through dumpers. Details regarding
traffic study have been furnished in chapter-IV of Final EIA
report. The existing road is capable of handling this additional
traffic due to these proposed mines. Hence there will not be any
adverse impacts on local transport infrastructure due to the
proposed mines.
Chapter-3 Item- 3.6
Table no. 3.12(A), (B), &
(C)
Page- 78-82
31
Details of the onsite shelter and facilities to be Adequate infrastructure & other facilities will be provided to Chapter-2 Item- 2.7.2
provided to the mine workers should be mine worker. Information about onsite shelter and facilities for Page- 48-49
included in the EIA report.
workers has been incorporated in Chapter-2.
32
Conceptual post mining land use and Conceptual post mining land use and Progressive mine closer Please
refer
to
Reclamation and Restoration of mined out plan has been incorporated in Approved mining Plan.
Approved Mining Plan
areas (with plans and with adequate number of
Plate No. 5 and 6.
sections) should be given in the EIA report.
33
A time bound Progressive Greenbelt Progressive Green belt program details have been discussed in Chapter-8 Item-8.7
Development Plan shall be prepared in a Chapter-8.
Page- 158-160.
tabular form (indicating the linear and
quantitative coverage, plant species and time
frame) and submitted, keeping in mind, the
same will have to be executed up front on
commencement of the project. Phase wise plan
of plantation and compensatory afforestation
should be charted clearly indicating the area to
be covered under plantation and the species to
be planted. The details of plantation already
done should be given.
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Occupational Health impacts of the Project
should be anticipated and the proposed
preventive measures spelt out in detail. Details
of pre-placement medical examination and
periodical medical examination schedules
should be incorporated in the EMP.
Details about, Occupational Health impacts , person protective Chapter-4 Item-4.13
measures, pre-placement medical examination and periodical Page- 125-126.
medical examination schedules, management plan has been
furnished in Chapter-4 of Final EIA report.
35
Public health implications of the Project and
related activities for the population in the
impact zone should be systematically evaluated
and the proposed remedial measures should be
detailed along with budgetary allocations.
Public health implication like respiratory disorder, noise Chapter-8 Item- 8.8
induced problems are major issues which will be addressed Page- 160-161.
properly. Study has been performed which includes to gain an
understanding of the source, identification of exposure
pathway and determination of likely receptor. The impact will
not be concentrated and confined to particular zone. Periodic
health camps will be taken up in villages.
36
Measures of socio economic significance and
influence to the local community proposed to
be provided by the Project Proponent should be
indicated. As far as possible, quantitative
dimensions may be given with time frames for
implementation.
Need based assessment have been carried in consultation with Chapter-8 Table 8.3
local village panchayat to provide CSR activities. Details of CSR Page- 156
activities and budget allocation are furnished in chapter-VIII of
Final EIA report.
37
Detailed environmental management plan to Environment Management Plan has been described in detail in Chapter-8 Item-8.1
mitigate the environmental impacts which, Chapter-8 of the final EIA/EMP Report.
Page-155
should inter-alia include the impacts of change
of land use, loss of agricultural and grazing
land, if any, occupational health impacts
besides other impacts specific to the proposed
Project.
38
Public hearing points raised and commitment Details of Public Hearing are incorporated in final EIA/EMP Chapter 6 and section
of the project proponent on the same along report.
6.1 Page 136-148
with time bound action plan to implement the
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same should be provided and also incorporated
in the final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.
39
Details of litigation pending against the project, Not Applicable.
if any, with direction / order passed by any No litigation against the project is pending in any Court.
Court of Law against the project should be
given.
40
The cost of the project (capital cost and
recurring cost) as well as the cost towards
implementation of EMP should clearly be spelt
out.
The cost of project (capital cost and recurring cost) as well as
the cost of EMP incorporates Chapter-5. Detailed capital cost
and recurring cost towards implementation of EMP has been
furnished in chapter-8 of Final EIA report.
Capital cost
Rs 261 Lakh
--
Chapter-5 Item-5.3
Page- 135
Chapter-8 Item-8.9
Page- 161
Cost of Environmental Rs 27 Lakh
Protection Measures
Cost of Socio Economic Rs 10 Lakh
Measures
41
Details of replenishment studied
About 191175.96 M tonnes/year sediment replenishment is Chapter-2 Item- 2.5.5
likely to be generated i.e. approx 18% of the annual production. Page-38-43.
Details of replenishment studied discussed in Chapter -2 of
final EIA/EMP report.
42
Details of Transportation of mined out material
as per the Indian Road Congress for both the
ways (loaded as well as unloaded trucks) load
and its impact on Environmental.
Details regarding traffic study have been furnished in chapter-3 Chapter-3
of Final EIA report. The existing road is capable of handling this Item- 3.6
additional traffic due to these proposed mine. Hence there will Page- 78-82.
not be any adverse impacts on local transport infrastructure
due to the proposed mines.
43
Proper species specific Conservation plan for There is no species fall under Schedule –I & II so it is not Chapte-3
Schedule-I and II species.
applicable for the project.
Item-3.8.9
Page-97.
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Impact of mining on plankton.
45
Details of mining activity to be provided w.r.t Estimation of block wise production of mineral during 5 years
Block wise/Calendar wise/Zonal wise as the has been detailed in chapter-2 of final EIA/EMP report.
mine lease area having a long stretch.
Details of Gradient of river bed to be provided.
River flow from SE to NW side. The path of the river flow
follows the topographical gradient. The topographical survey
has been conducted along the river.
The details of gradient of river bed are given in Chapter-2 of
Final EIA/EMP Report
46
Not Applicable. As the mining will be carried out on the dry
portion of the river bed and its paleochannels hence as such
there will be no impact on the planktons.
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Chapter-2 Item-2.5.6.2
Page-44-47
Chapter-2
Table 2.3 Page-35-37.
47
Details of excavation schedule & sequential The details of execution & sequential mining plan incorporated Chapter-2 Item-2.5.6.2
mining plan.
in Chapter-2.
Page-44-47.
48
Mining Plan shall be prepared carefully
dividing lease area into manageable blocks to
ensure scientific and systematic mining of
minor minerals.
49
Mining Plan is prepared by authorized RQP & it is approved by
Mining Department Rajasthan Government vide letter no.
SME/JO/CC/JALORE/MINOR/BAJRI/M.L.No.-27/2012/15461
dated 18/11/2013. Copy enclosed as Annexure II.
Mining lease area having long stretch on river bed is divided
carefully in manageable blocks as shown in Surface cum
geological plan & year wise development plan in Approved
Mine Plan Plate 3.
The base line data shall be collected so as to Baseline data for Air, Water, Noise and Soil has been collected
represent to whole mine lease.
representing the whole mining lease area.
Key plans showing monitoring location has been detailed in
Chapter-3 of Final EIA/EMP report.
Annexure-II
Page-173
Approved Mine
Plate 3.
Plan
Annexure- V
Page- 177-251
Fig- 3.8, 3.13, 3.16, 3.20
Page- 63, 70, 74, 86
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CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION
1.0 Preamble
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process used to identify the environmental, social &
economic impacts of a project prior to decision making. It aims to predict environmental impacts at
an early stage of project planning & design, find ways & means to reduce adverse impacts. By using
EIA, both environmental & economic benefits can be achieved. By environmental effects prediction
& mitigation, early benefits in project planning, protection of environment, optimum utilization of
resources, thus saving overall time & cost of the project.
Rivers are the most important life sustaining system of nature and play a vital role in transport of
sediment (material) from one place to other. Total quantity of material transported by rivers, a
substantial part is detained within its channels and adjoining environments as fluvial deposits.
River sand (Bajri) will not create any problem to riverine ecosystem as the quantity of mining well
within the replenishment limits. To cope with the ecosystem systematic and scientific mining is
necessary with a certain depth from surface of river channel. Quarrying of river sand is an
important economic activity in India as well as in the state of Rajasthan. Rajasthan has varying
topographic features though a major part of the state is dominated by ephemeral rivers. River sand
(Bajri) plays a crucial role to the construction industries and infrastructure projects used as a basic
raw material in mortars and concrete.
Sh. Anil Joshi S/o Sh. Suresh Chand Joshi has applied for grant of mine lease area of 2597.06 Ha. for
Bajri Mining at Sagi & Sukari river at Villages Kaleti, Kavatra, Kharva, Gavri, Chainpura, Dungrva,
Devda Ka Golia, Daman, Dhubadia, Nai Bali Ka Golia, Naya Chainpura, Naya Morsim, Nayi Bali, Pata
Ki Dhani, Bagora, Bali, Bhichawari, Bhalni, Morseem, Rauta, Rah, Lakhani, Wadanaya, Wadabhadvi,
Hapu Ki Dhani, Sevari Tehsil Bagora and District Jalore (Rajasthan). The Letter of Intent (LOI) for
grant of mining lease for five years was granted to Sh. Anil Joshi S/o Sh. Suresh Chand Joshi on 20th
March 2013 for 5 years by Department of Mines & Geology, Rajasthan vide letter No.
P.8(21)Mining/Group-2/2013 over an area of 2597.06 Hect in Tehsil Bagora District Jalore, Rajasthan
for mining of Bajri (Minor Mineral) under Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rule 1986 (amended up
to July 12, 2013) framed under section 15 of Mines & Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act 1957).
(LOI attached as Annexure-I)
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The lessee has submitted a mining plan prepared by RQP Shri Arun Kumar Yadav
(RQP/AJM/242/2003/A), which was approved by Director, Mines & Geology Rajasthan vide letter
no SME/JO/CC/JALORE/MINOR/BAJRI/M.L.No.-27/2012/15461 dated 18/11/2013 and the copy
of the same is attached as Annexure-II.
As per EIA Notification dated 14th September, 2006 this project falls under Category “A” or Activity1 (a), therefore this project requires Environmental Clearance from MoEF, New Delhi.
It is in this context, Form-I and Pre-Feasibility Report has been submitted to Ministry of
Environment & Forests, New Delhi on 29.8.2013 requesting for issue of “Terms of Reference” (ToR).
The ToR presentation was held on 1.11.2013 before the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) of
Honourable MoEF, Govt of India. Subsequently the ToR was issued on dated 22-11-2013 by
Honourable MoEF vide letter no. J-11015/341/2013-IA.II(M) (Enclosed as Part I of Final EIA/EMP
report). The lessee has submitted Draft EIA report for conducting public hearing to Rajasthan
Pollution Control Board. Accordingly Rajasthan Pollution Control Board has conducted public
Hearing on 20-08-2014 and a copy of the public hearing minutes and compliance of the
management on the issues raised during public hearing is incorporated in Chapter-6 of Final
EIA/EMP Report for your kind reference. Subsequently Rajasthan Pollution Control Board has
issued a letter confirming that the Public Hearing has been held for Sh. Anil Joshi S/o Sh. Suresh
Chand Joshi vide letter No. RPCB/RO-Balotra/PH/Bajri/08/2760 dated 10-10-2014.
We are herewith submitting the copy of Final EIA Report prepared by M/s. Vardan Environet along
with a soft copy Questionnaire and approved mining plan with a soft copy in PDF format,
incorporating the Proceedings of the Public Consultation and our response to the issues raised
during the Public Consultation. Vardan Environet has collected one season baseline data from 1st
Oct, 2013 to 31st Dec, 2013.
This report furnishes the details of Site location, Description of the project, prevailing baseline
status w.r.t Air Environment, Water Environment, Noise Environment, Land environment,
Biological Environment and Socio-economic Environment. This report also helps in identification of
the environmental impacts and suggesting mitigation measures to be followed during Operation of
the project as part of Environmental Management Plan (EMP). This report also acts as guidance
manual for the proponent for following the EMP and for adopting post project Environmental
Monitoring Program as per statutory norms.
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1.1 Identification of Project and Project Proponent
1.1.1 Identification of the Project
Name of the Project :
Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral) (ML Area – 2597.06 Hect.) for
production of 10, 50, 000 MTPA.
Location of the Project: Tehsil- Bagora, Dist. Jalore (Rajasthan)
1.1.2 Identification of Project Proponent
Applicant: Anil Joshi
S/o Shri Suresh Chand Joshi
60, Pratap Nagar
Banar Road, Jodhpur (Rajasthan)
1.2 Lease Status
The Letter of Intent (LOI) for grant of mining lease for five years was granted to Sh. Anil Joshi S/o Sh.
Suresh Chand Joshi on 20th March 2013 for 5 years by Department of Mines & Geology, Rajasthan vide
letter No. P.8(21)Mining/Group-2/2013 over an area of 2597.06 Hect. in Tehsil Bagora District Jalore,
Rajasthan for mining of Bajri (Minor Mineral).
Lease Period: 5 Years
Project Area: 2597.06 ha land free from forest & agricultural land and available for mining.
1.3 Brief Description of Nature, Size, Location of the Project
Table1.1 Brief Description of the Project
S.
PARTICULARS
DETAILS
Nature & Size of the Project
Bajri (Minor Mineral) (ML Area – 2597.06 Ha.) available for
NO.
A.
mining for production capacity of 10,50,000 MTPA
B.
Location
Name of the Village
Tehsil
Khasra Number
Kaleti
Bagora
Kavatra
Kharva
Gavri
Chainpura
Dungrva
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
80, 82, 83, 426, 426/847, 463, 569, 598/751,
600, 425/916, 710
11, 261
144, 325
58, 177, 179, 202, 476, 477, 488
658, 730
152, 221, 342, 347, 255
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Devda Ka Golia
Bagora
Daman
Dhubadia
Bagora
Bagora
Nai Bali Ka Golia
Bagora
Naya Chainpura
Naya Morsim
Nayi Bali
Pata Ki Dhani
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
Bali
Bagora
Bhichawari
Bhalni
Bagora
Bagora
Morseem
Bagora
Rauta
Bagora
Rah
Lakhani
Wadanaya
Wadabhadvi
Hapu Ki Dhani
Sevari
Bagora
Bagora
Bagora
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600, 604, 610, 613, 614, 624, 632, 633, 654,
660, 661, 676, 682, 687, 688, 689, 704, 705,
706, 713, 715, 723, 727, 740, 741, 748, 752,
755, 762, 763, 769, 773, 780, 794, 796, 810,
813, 849, 852, 584, 870, 872, 878, 879, 880,
881, 882, 883, 884, 885, 886, 887, 902, 903,
905, 906, 906, 909, 914, 915, 917, 920, 921,
923, 924, 925, 926, 927, 928, 983, 984, 985,
986, 987, 902, 903, 905, 906, 909, 914, 915,
917, 920, 921, 923, 924, 925, 926, 927, 928,
1011, 1015, 1032, 1040, 1043, 1046, 1081,
1082, 1086, 1093, 1094, 1095, 1103,
1111/1422, 1116, 1117, 1120, 1122, 1124,
1125, 1150, 1153/1428, 1155, 1247, 1249
22
471, 476, 480, 614, 675, 688, 699, 732, 739,
773, 874, 954, 1100, 1170, 1441, 1445, 1655,
1661, 1662, 1838, 1841, 1842, 1843, 1844,
2043, 2044, 2180/2608, 2296, 2484, 2490, 275,
557, 927, 929
145, 146, 147, 149, 150, 183, 186, 189, 191,
192, 200, 201, 214, 233, 234, 235, 237, 241,
243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 249, 305, 306,
307/2668, 202, 2137, 2138, 240
566, 567, 585, 702
154
225, 226, 517, 519, 520, 521, 441
57, 71, 107, 111, 121, 12, 280, 283, 284, 286
1523, 1524, 1525, 1530, 1531, 1532, 1534,
1535, 1536, 1538, 1539
446, 712, 727, 736, 795, 1027/2684, 1580,
1581, 1582, 1655, 1797, 1835, 1836, 626/2683
109, 109/165
349, 350, 353, 354, 355, 356, 372, 377, 378,
381, 496, 497, 671, 672, 673, 674
489, 539, 571, 573, 577, 583, 588, 592, 723,
809, 819, 827, 833, 870, 872, 916, 1035
441, 442, 446, 448, 450, 451, 933, 934,
978/1073, 727, 898, 978
23, 34, 40, 44, 49, 54, 268
82, 86, 87, 88, 163, 222, 841, 842, 844, 854
761, 762, 766, 1079
310, 725, 772, 773
271
103, 156, 221, 226, 338, 395, 599, 758, 759,
763, 765, 777, 778, 976, 1082, 756
District
Jalore
State
Rajasthan
Latitude
Latitude: 25°04'44.82"N to 25°11'35.88"N
Longitude
Longitude: 72°51'7.29"E to 72°5'47.18"E
Toposheet No.
45 C/4 & 40 O/16
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Lease Area Details
Lease Area
2597.06 Ha
Type of Land
Rajasthan Govt.
Topography
Undulating
Site Elevation Range
66.0 To 97.5 mRL
Cost Details
Cost of the project
Rs.2,61,00,000
Cost for EMP
Rs.20,00,000
Cost for CSR
Rs.10,00,000
Details of Environmental Setting
Ecological Sensitive Areas (National Park, Wild
No Ecological Sensitive Area (National Park, Wild Life Sanctuary,
Life
Biosphere Reserve, Reserve/Protected Forest etc.) within 10 km of
Sanctuary,
Biosphere
Reserve,
Reserve/Protected Forest etc.) within 10 km
radius
the radius however

Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)

Open Jungle (Near Village Jodhwas 0.1 Km,E)

Open Jungle (Near Village Meda, 1.8 km, S)

Open Jungle (Near Village Dungarwa)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Bhadwi,0.5 Km N)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Phagotra, 2.7 Km)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Sewari, 1 km, S)

Open Jungle (Near Puniya Nadi, 5Km, NE)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Rah, 2.5 Km, SSE)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Dungawas, 2.6 Km, S)

Fairy dense Jungle (Near Village Kaleti, 600 m, SE)

Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Vijay Dhora)
Archaeological Important Place
None within 10 km radius of the project
Nearest Town
Town Bagora at a distance of 1-20 km (approx.).
Nearest major city with 200000 population
District Jalore at a distance of 63 km.(approx.)
Nearest Railway Station
Bhinmal Railway Station at a distance of 40 km. (approx.)
Nearest National Highway
SH-28 at distance of 27 km. (approx.) in the direction NW
Nearest Airport
Seismic Zone
Deesa Airport in Gujarat at a distance of 92.32 km. (approx.) by
road.
Zone II
(Source: Site visit /Baseline Data and Pre-feasibility Report)
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Figure 1.1: Key Plan showing the Environmental Settings of the Study area along with the Coordinates of Mine Lease area
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1.4 Location and Accessibility
The mining lease area spread over 2597.06 Ha. is situated at Tehsil- Bagora, District Jalore
(Rajasthan). All villages in Rajasthan are connected by roads and electric power supply. To reach
the mine, metalled road is up to the site Via-Jalore –Alasan-Veerana-Syala-Posana-Harmoo-BagoraNarsana-Meda-Jhab (SH-28). Mineral will be transported by Truck/Dumper from Mine site to end
user. The Nearest Railway station is at Bhinmal at a Distance 40 Km. The nearest National highway
NH-15(34.66 Km) & SH-28 (26.54 Km) & SH-16(30 Km). The Nearest Airport is Deesa Airport in
Gujarat at a Distance of 92.32 Kms. The project area is completely outside of any restricted or
protected area by any State or Central Government. The roads are wide enough to permit easy
passage of Trucks, Tractors, and Trolleys etc.
1.4.1 Basic Amenities

Railway Station: The Nearest Railway Station is Bhinmal which is about 40 Km. from
proposed mine site.

Police Station: The nearest police station is Bagora which is about 1-20 km from mining site.

Post Office: The nearest post office is in the village of Bagora is at a distance of 1-20 km. from
the mining site. The telephone facilities are also available at Bagora which is about 1-20 km.
from mining site.

Medical Facilities: - The nearest hospital is situated at Bagora which is about 1-20 km. from
mining site.

Availability of water: - Water for drinking purpose is brought from nearby village. The water
of hand pump and well located nearby area has potable & drinkable quality, the villagers and
habitants and labors have been using this water since long period. Water required for dust
suppression will also supplied from the well by Water tanker brought on hire basis.

Electricity: - There is no electric line passing through the mining lease area. But the proposed
mining and mineralized area is about 2to 4 km. away from Villages, where electric line/pole is
available. Electricity is not required for mining.

Educational Facilities: - The school facilities are available up to Sr. Secondary in village
Bagora, which is about 1-20 km. from mining site.

Mode of transportation of Mineral: - To reach the mine, metalled road is up to the Via-Jalore
–Alasan-Veerana-Syala-Posana-Harmoo-Bagora-Narsana-Meda-Jhab (SH-16). (Plot No.2
location Plan) Mineral will be transported by Truck/Dumper from Mining site to end user of
River Sand.
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River/ Canal: - The river sand (Bajri mining) lease has been sanctioned in the river bed of Sagi
& Sukri.
1.5 Scope of Study
The scope of the study includes a detailed characterization of the environment in an area of 10 km.
radius of the Mine Lease Area for various environmental parameters like Air, Water, Noise, Land,
biological and Socio-economic aspects.
1.5.1 Data Generation
The data has been collected by M/s Vardan Environet in accordance with the guidelines of MoEF
from October to December 2013. The EAC of MoEF was informed during the ToR presentation on
01.11.13 that study was started from 1st October 2013 as per standard model ToR and copy of
letter to Director, MoEF (Mining) by applicant is enclosed as Annexure III. The monitoring and
testing has been done as per the guidelines of MoEF and the IS standards.
1.5.2 Data Collection
The EIA study is being done for the Mine Lease (core zone) and area within 10 km radius (buffer
zone), both of which comprise the study area. The field survey for the collection of the baseline data
commenced from October 2013 to December 2013 (one season) i.e. post monsoon, to collect data
related to air, water, noise, geology, flora, fauna, forest types and ecological parameters including
soil types. A village to village socio-economic survey of the project area was also conducted. Field
surveys in the study area were also conducted for the purpose of ground truthing and augmenting
the remote sensing data. For this purpose various attributes such as land features, rivers, and forest
and vegetation types were recorded on the ground.
1.5.3 Preparation of EIA
The EIA includes the following details:
1) Study of the reports like Geological report, Pre-Feasibility report (PFR) or mining plan made
available by the client.
2) Present Environmental Setting
3) Identification, prediction and evaluation of Anticipated Environmental Impact due to the
proposed mine and related facilities.
This Final EIA Report is prepared in accordance with the Term of Reference issued by Expert
Appraisal Committee (EAC) of MoEF, New Delhi vide letter No. J-11015/341/2013-IA.II(M) dated
22.11.2013, incorporating the minutes of Public Hearing held on 20-08-2014 and compliance on the
issues raised during public hearing.
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CHAPTER-2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 TYPE OF THE PROJECT
The proposed project is for mining of Bajri (Minor Mineral) by Open cast semi-mechanized method
in 2597.06 Ha. in Tehsil-Bagora, Distt- Jalore, Rajasthan along the river Sagi & Sukari.
2.2 Need for the Project
Minor mineral bajri is mainly consumed in construction works in infrastructure & housing
industries and development projects. Virtually there is no construction or infrastructure building
work is possible without this minor mineral, hence the same can be assumed to be the back bone of
the infrastructural growth of India. The Sand and Bajri extracted are in high demand at the local
market for real estate and infrastructure industry. This project will also provide employment to
local people helping them earn livelihood.
2.3 Location of the Project
The mining lease area is located on river
Sagi
&
Sukari
at Tehsil
-Bagora,
District–Jalore
(Rajasthan). The lease area falls in the Survey of India Toposheet No. 45 C/4, 40 O/16.
Table 2.1 : Project Location
STATE
DISTRICT
TEHSIL
TOPOSHEET NO.
AREA
Rajasthan
Jalore
Bagora
45 C/4,
2597.06 Ha.
40 O/16
LATITUDE
25°04'44.82"N
25°11'35.88"N
LONGITUDE
72°51'7.29"E
72°5'47.18"E
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Bajri Mine (Minor Mineral)
Mr. Anil Joshi
Area: 2597.06 Hect
Tehsil Bagora
District Jalore
Rajasthan
Figure 2.1 Location Map of the Project Site
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2.4 Size/Magnitude of the Project
The lessee has proposed to undertake mining activity over a Mining lease of 2597.06 Ha. with
proposed production capacity of 10,50,000 MTPA of Bajri (Minor Mineral).
The Letter of Intent (LOI) of mining lease was granted to Shri Sh. Anil Joshi S/o Sh. Suresh Chand
Joshi on 20th March 2013 for 5 years by Department of Mines & Geology, Rajasthan vide letter No.
P8(21)Mining/Group-2/2013. The mining plan was approved by Director, Mines & Geology
Rajasthan vide letter no SME/JO/CC/JALORE/MINOR/BAJRI/M.L.No.-27/2012/15461 dated
18/11/2013 .
Excavation with proposed capacity will be taken up after obtaining EC from MoEF & CTE from
RPCB.
2.5 MINING
The method of mining proposed is by open cast & Semi Mechanized system of working. The bench
height would not be kept greater than the statutory provisions of the prevailing Act i.e. Mine Act
1952 & RMMCR 1986. The width of the benches would in no case be less than the height of the
bench. Benches of 3m height have been planned with width more than height of the bench. The
mining will be started from edge of the mineralized area. The Required Barrier along the Mining
lease boundary shall be kept 7.5 m.
Table 2.2 Details of Mining
S. No.
1.
Particulars
Method of Mining
2.
Mineable reserves
Details
Manual as well as semi-mechanized open cast
mining
9,81,68,868 MT
3.
4.
Proposed production
Elevation Range of the mine site
10,50,000 MTPA
From 66.3 to 97.5 m RL
5.
Bench height
3m
6.
Bench width (Average)
20 m
7.
8.
Bench slope
Total excavated Area at end of life
of mine
Area Backfilled at the end of the
mine
450
138.89 Hect.
9.
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Excavated area will get replenished naturally during
the subsequent heavy raining/flooding in river bed.
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2.5.1 TOPOGRAPHY OF THE AREA
The region is generally plain but for some scattered thickly wooded hills in the north and some
hillocks in the centre. The highest spot levels within the sanctioned lease are is 97.5 mRL and
lowest is 66.3 mRL.
2.5.2 Geology
2.5.2.1 Regional Geology
Only 5 to 10% of the district reveals exposures of different rock types and the remaining area is
covered by a thick blanket of sand and alluvium. The meta sedimentary rocks such as phyllite,
schists, marble and quartzite belonging to the Delhi Super Group (1,400 to 1,650 million years old)
occur only as inclusions within the dominant granites and rhyolite. The pink Jalore granite
occurring near Jalore town is the most common type of granite in the district. The older grey
Erinpura granite is rare. The Malani rhyolite and the associated agglomerate, volcanic ash, felsite
etc. occupy west of Roja Bhaker and Lakawas and also in the, north eastern parts of the district.
These rocks represent a large scale ancient volcanic activity on the Indian sub continent and have
been estimated at about 745 million years old. Dykes and veins of dolerite, granite porphyry,
applite etc. also occur at places.
Recent to
sub recent
Post-Delhi-
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Sand, alluvium etc.
Malani rhyolite
Jalor Granite
Erinpura granite
Intrusive
and
extrusive
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Figure 2.2 Geomorphology of District Jalore (Source: GSI)
2.5.2.2 Local Geology
Geologically the Area belongs to Quaternary. The Alluvium/Bajri is the major litho unit of the area.
The stratigraphic sequence of the litho unit of the area present is as follows:
Recent & sub recent
-
Alluvium/ Bajri & blown sand
To understand the structural configuration and the applied are surface geological mapping has been
prepared on a scale of 1:10,000. Geological cross-section is also drawn and a longitudinal section
prepared on a scale 1:1000 (V), 1:2000 (H) so as to understand the structural configuration of the
area. In the present area only Bajri is available
2.5.3 Physiography & Drainage
Physiographical the district is oblong in shape extending up to Rann of Kutch (Gujrat). The region is
generally plain but for some scattered thickly wooded hills in the north and some hillocks in the
centre. The highest spot levels within the sanctioned lease are is mRL 97.5 and lowest is mRL 66.3.
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The level difference is mRL 31.2. The direction of water flow is SE to SW. The eastern portion of the
district is rocky while the western tract is a roughly plain dotted with Sand dunes & sand ridges.
The main drainage of the district is by means of Luni River, with other small rivers, Jawai, Kheri
Bandi, Sukari, & Sagi. All the rivers are seasonal.
Details of Site Elevation: (TOR# 28)
Lowest
Highest
Working
Elevation
Elevation
Depth
(m AMSL)
(m AMSL)
meters)
Sukari
Sagi
48.79
Ground
(in Water
Table
83.66
67.44
112.55
3 m bgl
20 m bgl
Table 2.3 Elevation Range
RL Details of Sukari River Bed
SN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Distance
(km)
Left Bank RL
(m)
Bed RL
(m)
0
2
3
4
5
5.75
6.25
7.25
8.25
9.25
9.75
10.75
11.75
12.75
13.75
14.75
51.23
53.86
54.02
54.98
55.78
56.34
57.88
58.39
59.15
60.07
60.85
61.89
62.50
63.44
64.11
65.49
48.79
51.21
50.90
49.99
53.64
54.25
53.34
56.69
57.00
58.52
57.30
57.61
58.52
60.35
62.18
63.09
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Right Bank
RL
(m)
52.38
53.61
54.88
53.69
54.72
55.39
56.75
57.10
58.94
60.59
61.02
62.33
61.95
62.50
63.97
64.55
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18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
15.75
17.25
18.25
19.25
20.25
20.75
21.25
21.75
22.75
23.75
24.75
25.75
27.25
28.75
29.75
66.10
66.94
67.38
68.73
69.08
71.29
72.33
73.46
74.51
76.92
77.18
79.02
80.05
82.56
83.66
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62.79
64.92
64.01
66.45
67.06
68.88
70.71
71.63
71.02
74.37
75.59
75.90
76.50
78.03
78.33
65.25
66.07
68.03
68.65
70.19
71.96
73.00
73.55
75.80
76.04
76.92
78.18
79.50
81.33
82.91
RL Details of Sagi River Bed
SN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
Distance
(km)
Left Bank RL
(m)
Bed RL
(m)
0
1
1.5
2
3
3.5
4
6
7
8
9
10
10.5
11
11.5
12
12.5
13
13.5
14
14.5
15
69.59
71.26
72.01
72.93
73.88
74.57
75.79
77.18
80.22
83.50
85.61
88.49
90.25
91.90
92.35
94.53
95.87
97.69
99.04
100.14
100.89
102.55
67.44
69.19
67.97
67.67
69.49
69.19
71.02
75.29
77.72
81.38
82.30
86.56
88.09
90.22
90.53
91.14
92.96
95.10
95.71
95.40
98.15
98.76
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Right Bank
RL
(m)
70.28
71.99
72.80
72.12
74.01
73.86
75.05
76.47
79.08
82.75
84.40
87.67
89.97
91.55
92.64
93.91
95.07
98.42
99.78
100.22
101.09
103.17
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24
25
26
16
17
18
19.5
104.60
107.84
109.23
112.28
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99.36
105.16
106.98
109.42
105.01
107.81
111.39
112.55
2.5.4 Exploration & Reserves
2.5.4.1 Parameters of Reserves Estimation
Bajri is available in the whole sanctioned lease area, it can be said that the complete lease area can
be considered as a mineralized area. Besides, following points have been considered for reserve
calculation.
1. Average 3 m depth of Bajri has been considered for proved category of reserve.
2. Average 3 m depth is considered as probable Category of reserve.
3. 1.4 tones /m3 have been considered as a sp. Gravity of Bajri.
4. Recovery of Bajri is considered as 90% of total reserve.
5. 10% of the total reserve is considered as not mineable because of statutory barrier (River
bank), Bridge, Wells, Roads, and Railway Line etc.
2.5.4.2 Reserve Estimation
To understand the structural configuration and working of Bajri, geology of the area, surface
geological mapping has been prepared on a scale of 1: 20000. Geological cross-section is also drawn
and a longitudinal section prepared on a scale 1:1000 (V), 1:2000 (H) so as to understand the
structural configuration of the Mineral Bajri. The base line information for computation of the
reserves has been generated based on geological information and parameters observed during the
field visit ,the surface geologically plan has been prepared and also the geological section have been
drawn. Based on the experience gained at the time of survey, the estimated reserves have been
categorized in proved category only. The reserves for Bajri have been calculated based on crosssectional area method.
I Proved Reserve:
Reserve =Area x Avg. Depth x sp. Gravity x Recovery factor
= (2597.06 x 10000) X 3 x1.4 x 0.90)
= 9,81,68,868 MT
II. Probable reserve
Reserve =Area x Avg. Depth x sp. Gravity x Recovery factor
= (2597.06 x 10000) X 3 x1.4 x 0.90)
= 9,81,68,868 MT
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Waste Rocks (OB) = There is no waste generation for Bajri mining.
2.5.4.3 Life of Mine:
We are considered average production of 10, 50,000MT of Bajri per annum from the mine. For next
five years there is sufficient reserve in the river.
2.5.5 REPLENISHMENT POTENTIAL OF MINERAL
2.5.5.1 REPLENISHMENT STUDY
Replenishment Rate is the rate at which Bajri is transported into the river channel, which is under
examination or subjected to sand extraction. This volume is often considered as sustainable yield of
that river. Estimation of Bajri discharge through stream bed and its residence period (temporary
deposition) is one of the most difficult tasks in sediment budgeting as it requires sophisticated
instruments and establishment of many gauging stations. It is axiomatic that during high flow
period, Bajri which is otherwise moved by siltation (i.e., partially suspension and partially bed load)
will completely be in suspension in the overlying waters. The best way for sediment discharge
computation is to collect and analyze water samples from a river reach where the entire particles
come into suspension. It can be assumed that the Bajri and other coarser sediments in suspension
would be deposited mainly in the river segment. The replenishment rate approach has the virtue of
scaling extraction to the river load in a general way, but bed load transport can be notoriously
variable from year to year. Thus, this approach is probably better if permitted extraction rates are
based on new deposition that year rather than on long-term average bed load yields. The mined
reach is the "upstream" sediment source for downstream reaches, so mining at the replenishment
rate could be expected to produce hungry water conditions downstream. Sediment yield estimation
is an important parameter in the evaluation of the sediment effects on the projects and activities
occurring due to land use. Estimation of annual sediment yield produced from a single rainfall event
requires applying many approaches to get acceptable and valid results. These approaches were
classified as a single event approach and an average annual approach, knowing that the most
project designs require quantitative estimation of the transported sediment volumes resulting from
a single rainfall event.
There are many sediment transport equations which are suitable for use in the prediction of the
replenishment rate of rivers/ watershed. Some of the famous sediment transport equations are:1. Dandy – Bolton Equation
2. Yang Equations
3. Engelund-Hansen Equation
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4. Modified Universal Soil Loss Equation (MUSLE) developed by Williams and Berndt (1977) – it
includes only one type of sediment yield (sheet and rill Erosion). Dandy - Bolton formula is often
used to calculate the sedimentation yield. The formula uses catchment area and mean annual runoff
as key determinants to give a yield value. It does not differentiate in basin wide smaller streams and
their characteristics. Dandy and Bolton equations calculate all types of sediment yield i.e. sheet and
rill Erosion, gully Erosion, channel Bed and bank erosion and mass movement etc.
2.5.5.2 DANDY - BOLTON EQUATION
Dandy Bolton formula is often used to calculate the sedimentation yield. But use of these equations
to predict sediment yield for a specific location would be unwise because of the wide variability
caused by local factors not considered in the equations development. However, they may provide a
quick, rough approximation of mean sediment yields on a regional basis for preliminary watershed
planning. Computed sediment yields normally would be low for highly erosive areas and high for
well stabilized drainage basins with high plant density because the equations are derived from
average values. The equations express the general relationships between sediment yield, runoff,
and drainage area. Many variables influence sediment yield from a drainage basin. They include
climate, drainage area, soils, geology, topography, vegetation and land use. The effect of any of these
variables may vary greatly from one geographic location to another, and the relative importance of
controlling factors often varies within a given land resource area. Studies revealed that sediment
yield per unit area generally decreases as drainage area increases. As drainage area increases,
average land slopes usually decrease; and there is less probability of an intense rainstorm over the
entire basin. Both phenomena tend to decrease sediment yield per unit area. In arid regions, sparse
precipitation and low run-off are the limiting factors. As precipitation increases, density of
vegetation also increases, resulting in less erosion. In areas with adequate and evenly distributed
precipitation, vegetation thus becomes the limiting factor. The accuracy of the sedimentation
surveys varied, ranging from reconnaissance type measurements of sediment deposits to detailed
surveys consisting of closely spaced cross-sections or contours. Runoff data are translated to inches
per year per unit area and sediment deposition data to tons per year per square mile of net
drainage area. Net drainage area is defined as the sediment-contributing area and normally
excluded areas above upstream reservoirs or other structures that were effective sediment traps.
Actual sediment yields undoubtedly were slightly higher because most reservoirs do not trap
inflowing sediment.
Sediment Yield vs. Drainage Area: - On the average, sediment yield is inversely proportional to
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the 0.16 power of drainage area between 1 and 30,000 square miles.
Sediment Yield vs. Runoff: - Sediment yield increased sharply to about 1,860 tons per square mile
per year as run-off increased from 0 to about 2 inches. As runoff increased from 2 to about 50
inches, sediment yield decreased exponentially. Because sediment yield must approach zero as
runoff approaches zero, a curve through the plotted points must begin at the origin. The abrupt
change in slope of a curve through the data points at Q equals 2 inches precluded the development
of a continuous function that would adequately define this relationship. Thus, there are two
equations derived for when Q was less than 2 inches and when Q was greater than 2 inches.
Combined Effect of Drainage area and Run off on Sediment Yield
Dandy- Bolton determined the combined influence of runoff and drainage area on sediment yield to
compute the sediment yield. They develop two equations i.e. for run off less than 2 inch and for run
off more than 2 inch, which are given below:For run off less than 2 inches (Q < 2 in)
S=1280*(Q)0.46 *[1.43-0.26 Log(A)]
For run off more than 2 inches (Q > 2 in):
S= 1958*(e-0.055*Q)*[1.43-0.26 Log (A)]
Where: S = Sediment yield (tons/mi2/yr)
Q = Mean Annual runoff (inch)
A = Net drainage area (mi2)
2.5.5.3 BAJRI BUDGETING
Determining the Bajri budget for a particular stream reach requires site-specific topographic,
hydrologic and hydraulic information. This information is used to determine the amount of Bajri
that can be removed from the area without causing undue erosion or degradation, either at the site
or at a nearby location, upstream or downstream. In-channel or near-channel Bajri-and-gravel
mining changes the sediment budget, and may result in substantial changes in the channel
hydraulics. These interventions can have variable effects on aquatic habitat, depending on the
magnitude and frequency of the disturbance, mining methods, particle-size characteristics of the
sediment, the characteristics of riparian vegetation, and the magnitude and frequency of hydrologic
events following the disturbance. Temporal and spatial responses of alluvial river systems are a
function of geomorphic thresholds, feedbacks, lags, upstream or downstream transmission of
disturbances, and geologic/physiographic controls. Minimization of the negative effects of Bajriand-gravel mining requires a detailed understanding of the response of the channel to mining
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disturbances.
Decisions on where to mine, how much and how often require the definition of a reference state,
i.e., a minimally acceptable or agreed-upon physical and biological condition of the channel. Present
understanding of alluvial systems is generally not sufficient to enable the prediction of channel
responses quantitatively and with confidence; therefore, reference states are difficult to determine.
Still, a general knowledge of fluvial processes can provide guidelines to minimize the detrimental
effects of mining. Well-documented cases and related field data are required to properly assess
physical, biological, and economic tradeoffs.
Calculation of Annual Sediment Deposition at the Place of Mining
The Dandy - Bolton Equations were used to calculate annual sediment deposition. These equations
include all types of sediment yield (sheet and rill Erosion, gully Erosion, channel Bed and bank
erosion and mass movement). Annual sediment deposition is accomplished by taking the converted
dimensionless ratio flow-duration curve and multiplying increments/duration of time in days by
the sediment yield associated with that flow. The calculation of catchment area is based on SRTM
data processed using ARCGIS software.
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Fig: 2.3 Watershed Map of the Study Area
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Table 2.4: Calculation & Replenishment Capacity
S. No
1
2
3
4
5
6
Calculation & Replenishment Capacity
Factors
River
Catchment Area
Gradient of the River
Probable
Replenishment
Sagi & Sukari
1654.66 km2
Sukari River : 0.99 m/km
Sagi River
: 2.15 m/km
25.9 inch
314 mm
Average Annual Runoff
Annual Average rainfall
*Sediment yield Formula
115.54 M.Tons/Km2/Year
For Q < 2 in:
Or
0.46
S = 1280 Q [1.43-0.26 log (A)]
191175.96 M Tons/Year
For Q > 2 in:
S = 1965 e -0.055Q [1.43-0.26 log (A)]
Here:
Q (in) = Mean Annual run off = 25.9 inch
A (mi2) = Catchment Area= 1654.66 km2= 638.86
mi2
Sediment yield S= (tonnes/yr)
S= 1965 e-0.055x25.9[1.43 - 0.26 log (638.86)]
S = 191175.96 M Tonnes/year
*source:- Calculation of sediment yield by the
Dendy-Bolton formula
The area 1654.66 km2 is representing the catchment area of the Sukari & Sagi Rivers and its tributaries
present in Sayla Tehsil of Bagora District Jalore. About 191175.96 M tonnes/ year sediment will be
regenerated every year in the catchment area as replenishment against the mined out quantities.
2.5.5.4 Replenishment with Service of Production
The maximum annual production is 10, 50, 000 MTPA. The amount of sediment regenerated every
year derived hypothetically by Dandy-Bolton’s equation will be around 191175.96 M tonnes/ year
for the proposed lease area. Therefore, the percentage of replenishment is around 18% every year.
The hypothetical derivation of replenishment data is not supported by any ground evidence as the
same can be derived only after annual study due to inconsistent rains in Rajasthan. The derived
replenishment data is based on macro-watershed data taken from satellite imagery with sample
ground truthing and annual average rainfall. The data derived is based on SRTM 30 m resolution
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processed using ARCGIS software with linear and resolution factors affecting the derivation.
2.5.6 MINING METHOLOGY
2.5.6.1 Rotation in Mining Area
The rotational mining shall be adopted to facilitate the replenishment of the excavated pits during
rainy season. Thus the mineable area has been divided in blocks i.e. the upstream block and the
downstream block. The Mining of these blocks is suggested on rotation basis in such a way that pit
of previous year mining will act as depository for the post monsoon season. Mining will be carried
out in the upstream block to downstream block in all five years. The work ability is suggested by
keeping in the mind possible effect on the meandering of river bed. The previous year pits will
reduce the velocity of the flow of the river waters and thus reducing its carrying capacity resulting
in deposition of material being transported by the river waters. In totality the principal of the placer
deposit is adopted.
The working period for mining will be restricted to 300 days and during month of heavy rain no
mining shall be undertaken. The mining operations in the lease area would be confined to day light
hours. The block being rested would be remaining so nearly for 15 months. Thus virtually each
block would be rested for replenishment for two consecutive monsoons.
2.5.6.2 Production Program for the First Five Years
In this mining lease area only 2597.06 hectares area is available for mining. As per Terms of
Reference approved by MoEF the production capacity of Bajri mining is 10, 50,000 MTPA.
The mining of minor mineral bajri will be done in 7 benches for five year. Mining will be done by
systematic & scientific manner by forming section wise pits. The extraction will be carried out from
one end starting with the section A-A’, during first year that will be continued towards the D-D’ at
the end of fifth year.
I YEAR:
During the period of first year, the work will be carried out in Area 1 along the section A-A’ as
shown on Plate No.4.
II YEAR:
This year, the work will be carried out in Area 1 along the section B-B’, E-E’, F-F & G-G as shown on
Plate N0.-4.
III YEAR:
This year, the work will be carried out in Area 1 along the section C-C’ & D-D’ as shown on Plate No.
4
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IV YEAR:
This year, the work will be carried out in Area 1 along the section F-F’ as shown on Plate No.-4.
V YEAR:
This year, the work will be carried out in Area 2 along the Section D-D’ as shown on Plate No.-4.
The Surface cum Geological Plan and Yearwise Development Plan of the same has been
incorporated in Approved Mine Plan.
Details showing estimation of production of mineral during next 5 year given below:
Table 2.5: Details Showing Year Wise Production of Mineral*
Year
Production
(MT)
Overburden waste
First
10,50,000
Nil
Second
10,50,000
Nil
Third
10,50,000
Nil
Fourth
10,50,000
Nil
Fifth
10,50,000
Nil
*Source: Approved Mining Plan By Mines & Geology Department, Rajasthan Govt
2.5.7 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION
The method of mining proposed is by open cast semi mechanized system of working. No blasting is
required. Benches of 3m height have been planned with width more than height of the bench. The
mining will be started from edge of the mineralized area. The required barrier along the Mining
lease boundary shall be kept 7.5 m. Mining activity will not be carried within 45 m from the bridges,
roads, ani-cuts and similar permanent structures. Mining activity will be carried in block as shown
in the year wise development Plan in Approved Mine Plan. Bajri mining includes direct loading
from the face to the end user. Loading of Bajri will be done by semi mechanized system over the
JCB, Truck/Tractor. No mineral beneficiation will be carried out at the site.
The following machinery is proposed to be deployed at mines:
S.No
Machine
No’s
Make
Capacity
1
Excavator
8
JCB
1.2 cubic meter
2
Dumper
32
Ashok Leyland
20 Tonner
3
Tractor
5
Ford
35 HP
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Figure2.4 Process Flow Chart of River Bed Mining (Source: Approved Mining Plan)
2.5.8 Transportation
The mining activity in the lease area will involve contractual labor. About 90-100 persons will be
engaged in extraction of Bajri and loading of material into Tractor trolleys and Tipper Trucks. The
Bajri shall be transported to the local market.
2.5.9 CONCEPTUAL PLAN
The existing area is river bed. The conceptual Mining Plan is being prepared up to Lease period i.e.
5 years. To achieve the present targeted production of 10,50,000 MT of Bajri per annum. 100% of
the area will be reclaimed and rehabilitated after the excavation during the monsoon/rainy season.
Average 0.8 to 1 meter of Bajri will be deposited annually (Source: Approved Mining Plan). Thus, at
the end of mining worked out area from first year to third year will be reclaimed completely and
fourth and fifth years working will be reclaimed during sixth and seventh year.
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Table 2.6: Pre and post Operational Land use Plan (TOR#8)
S. No.
Particulars
Preoperational
(ha)
---
Operational
3rd Year (ha)
83.3
--
Post
Operational
5th Year (ha)
138.89
--
1
2
3
Pit area
Dump area
Safety Zone
a. Bridge
--
--
--
b. Permanent Roads
--
--
--
c. Railway
--
--
--
Infrastructure
Plantation
Un Worked Area
--2597.06
0.12
77.9
2436.04
-129.9
2328.27
2597.06
2597.06
2597.06
4
5
6
Total
Area
Mine Drainage:
Water Table: The ground table is available at a depth of 20 m bgl. There will be no discharge of toxic
substance from proposed mining and hence no impact on ground water will take place. The
proposed excavation will reach only up to 3m from the ground level, so it will be much above water
table, hence water table cannot intersected during the mining operations.
2.5.10 Waste Rock Management:
There is no generation of waste during bajri mining.
2.6 USE OF MINERAL
Minor mineral Bajri is mainly consumed in construction in infrastructure, housing, road projects
and other development projects.
2.7 UTILITIES AND SITE FACILITIES
2.7.1 Water Requirement
Total water requirement for the mining project is 25.2 KLD. The water will be required for the
suppression of the dust, plantation & domestic purpose.
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Figure2.5 Water Balance
Note: Water requirement is fulfilled through the nearby villages. Therefore there is no need of
clearance from the competent authority as there will be no ground water withdrawal by the project
proponent.
2.7.2 Man Power
The mining activity in the lease area will involve contractual labor. About 90-100 persons will be
engaged in extraction of Bajri, loading of material into tractor trolleys and tipper trucks.
Proposed annual production: 10,50,000 TPA. Daily Production: 3500 TPD
Requirement of Technical, other staff and man power are as follows:
Figure2.6 Man Power Details (Source: Approved Mining Plan)
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2.7.3 Power
All the mining activities will be carried out in manual as well as semi mechanized means. The
material will be excavated and loaded directly into Trucks, Dumpers, Tractors, trolleys etc by the
diesel run excavators cum loaders. The mining operation will be done only from sun rise to sun set.
So there is no power requirement for the mining activity except domestic connection for rest
shelters which will be meet from nearby sources.
2.7.4 Infrastructure
The workers are mostly locals living in the close proximity of area and will work in shifts during
day time only thus there is no requirement of major infrastructural facilities at the site. The
following infrastructure facilities will be made available for the workers:
2.7.4.1 Rest Shelter
A temporary rest shelter with amenities like drinking water and toilets facilities etc. will be
provided to workers at the site office.
2.7.4.2 First Aid Facility
A First Aid Box with all necessary material will be maintained at all the times at the site office.
Antidotes in first aid boxes will also be maintained to counteract poison produced by certain
species of small insects, if any.
2.7.4.3 Latrines & Urinal
Temporary Latrines & Urinal will be provided separately for male & female mine worker as per
Mine rules.
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CHAPTER-3
DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
3.0 General
The main objectives of describing the environment, which may be potentially affected, are (i) to
assess present environmental quality and the environmental impacts and (ii) to identify
environmentally significant factors that could preclude Mine development. This chapter gives an
idea and description of environmental status of the study area with reference to the prominent
environmental attributes. The study area covers 10 km radius of the mine lease area. Baseline data
has been collected out during the Post Monsoon Season, 2013 (1st October to 31th December,
2013) by M/s. Vardan Environlab, Gurgaon (NABL Accredited Lab) in accordance with the
Guidelines for EIA issued by the Ministry of Environment & Forests, Govt. of India.
The impact identification always commences with the collection of baseline data such as Ambient
Air Quality, Micro-Meteorology, Ground and Surface Water Quality, Noise levels, Soil Quality, Land
use pattern, Biological Environment and Socio-economic aspects within the study zone of 10 km.
radius.
3.1 Sources of Environmental Data
The baseline information on micro-meteorology, ambient air quality, water quality, noise levels,
soil quality and floristic descriptions are largely drawn from the data generated by M/s Vardan
Envirolab, Gurgaon (NABL Accredited Lab). Long term meteorological data recorded at the nearest
IMD station, Jalore was also collected. Micrometeorological data at site was recorded using
automatic weather station. Apart from these, secondary data have been collected from Census
Handbook, Revenue Records, Statistical Department, Soil Survey and Land use Organization,
District Industries Centre, Forest Department, Central Ground Water Authority, etc. The
generation of primary data as well as collection of secondary data and information from the site
and surroundings was carried out during post monsoon season i.e. October to December, 2013.
The EAC of MoEF was informed during the ToR presentation on 01.11.13 that the study was
started from 1st October, 2013 (Copy of letter to Director, MoEF (Mining) by applicant is attached
as Annexure III).
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3.2 LAND ENVIRONMENT
3.2.1 Land Use Pattern (TOR#8)
Area statistics of land use classes has been generated within 10 km radius of mine lease area
(Buffer zone & Core zone) and given in Table 3.1.
A standard False Colour Composite (FCC) image has also been generated on the same scale (Fig no
3.1 & 3.2).The proposed mine site is located on land with fallow land land-use class.
Table 3.1 Land Use Pattern of the Study Area
LANDUSE
AREA (in Hectares)
% Area
Water Body
45.0675
0.027 %
Agricultural
93567.87
56.548%
Open Forest
1946.9475
1.177%
Scrub Forest
3318.1875
2.005%
Dense Forest
3630.24
2.194%
Pasture
13431.6
8.117%
Fallow Land
32953.6125
19.916%
Settlement
693.36
0.419%
Barren Land/Buildup
11355.0525
6.862%
River Bank/Sand
4524.5475
2.734%
Total Area
165466.485
100%
Source: Land use map
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Figure 3.1 Land Use Pattern of the Study Area (10 km Radius from the Mine Site)
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Figure 3.2 FCC Map of the Study Area (10 km Radius from the Mine Site)
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Figure 3.3 Drainage Map of the Study Area
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3.2.2 Topography and Drainage
Physiographical the district is oblong in shape extending up to Rann of Kutch (Gujarat). The
region is generally plain but for some scattered thickly wooded hills in the north and some
hillocks in the centre. The highest spot level with in the sanctioned lease area is mRL 97.5 and
lowest is mRL 66.0. The level difference is mRL 31.5.The direction of water flow is SE to NW. The
eastern portion of the district is rocky while the western tract is a roughly plain dotted with Sand
dunes & sand ridges. The main drainage of the district is by means of Luni River, with other small
rivers, Jawai, Kheri Bandi, Sukari, and Mithari & Sagi. All the rivers are seasonal. Jalore district
falls in parts of Luni (82.8%), Other Nallahas (16.9%) and Outside Basin (0.3%) basins.
3.2.3 Seismicity of Area
Many parts of the Indian subcontinent have historically high Seismicity. Seven catastrophic
earthquakes of magnitude greater than 8 (Richter scale) have occurred in the western, northern
and eastern parts of India and adjacent countries in the past 100 years.
By contrast, peninsular India is relatively less seismic, suffered only infrequent earthquakes of
moderate type. The main seismogenic belts are associated with the collision plate boundary
between the Indian and Eurasian plates.
The hazard map shows contours joining locations of equal expected peak accelerations in rock
expressed in percentage. The area is located in seismic Zone II. Seismic Zone Map of India is
shown as Fig 3.4 and also shown in seismic map of Rajasthan in Fig 3.5.
Zone II is the least seismically active region. This region is liable to MSK VI and is classified as the
Moderate Damage Risk Zone.
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Figure 3.4 Seismic Map of India
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Figure 3.5 Earthquake Hazard Map of Rajasthan
Source: Bureau of Indian Standard
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3.2.4 Drought –A Major Problem of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the largest state in India covering an area of 34.22 million hectares, i.e., 10.5 percent
of the country’s geographical area, but sharing only 1.15 percent of its water resources. The state
is predominantly agrarian as the livelihood of 70 percent of its people depends on agriculturebased activities. Most of the state (60-75%) is arid or semiarid. In the last 50 years, a threefold
increase in the human population and a doubling of the livestock populations have put
tremendous pressure on the fragile water and land resources of Rajasthan. Recurring and
prolonged droughts, particularly in the western arid part of the state, is a common phenomenon
exacerbating water shortages. The estimated annual, per capita water availability in the state
during 2001 was 840 m3 and it is expected to be 439 m3 by the year 2050, against the national
average of 1,140 m3 by 2050. Groundwater is overexploited in many districts of the state.
Low rainfall coupled with erratic behavior of the monsoon in the State makes Rajasthan the most
vulnerable to drought. Based upon the discussion with PHED officials the water table in the city
continuously decreases by 1-2 meter on an annual basis combined with significant drawdown
conditions. (Source CGWA, Rajasthan)
3.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT (TOR#20)
3.3.1 Meteorology at the Project Site
Meteorology of the study area plays an important role in the air pollution studies. The prevailing
micro metrology conditions at the mine lease area will regulate the dispersion and dilution of air
pollutants in the atmosphere. The predominant wind directions and wind speed will decide the
direction and distance of the most affected zone from the proposed activity. The meterological
data collected during the monitoring period is very useful in interpretation of baseline as input
for dispersion models for predicting the Ground Level Concentrations (GLC).
Since meteorological factors show wide fluctuations with time, meaningful interpretation can
be drawn only from long term reliable data. Such source of data is the Indian meteorological
Department (IMD), which maintains a network of meteorological stations at several important
locations. The nearest stations (Pali) to the study area is located at 140 Km. from mine site.
3.3.1.1 Meterological Data Recorded At Mine Site
A temporary Weather Monitoring Station has been installed at the site and temperature, relative
humidity, wind direction, wind speed, and rainfall were recorded for post monsoon season.
Climatology during study period (Post-Monsoon Season) (October to December 2013)
i)
ii)
Average Minimum Temperature
Average Maximum Temperature
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iii)
Average Maximum Relative Humidity (%) : 96%
iv)
Average Minimum Relative Humidity (%)
: 16%
v)
Average Annual Rainfall of the area
: 314 mm
3.3.1.2 Wind Pattern
Wind speed and direction are recorded at site on hourly basis. The predominant over all wind
patterns for the study period is from Southwest to Northeast direction. Wind speed during this
period is generally 7km/hr. the wind rose diagram at ML area is shown in Fig. 3.6.
Figure 3.6 Wind Rose Diagram of Study Area
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Table 3.2 Meteorological Condition of the Study Area
S. NO
TEMPERATURE0C
October
November
December
Max
34.3
31.2
27.9
RELATIVE
HUMIDITY %
Max
Min
76
19
75
16
96
16
Min
18.8
17.2
4.0
WIND SPEED
KM/HR
Max
Min
12
3
12
3
15
7
RAINFALL
MM
mm
34.3
31.2
27.9
70
Temperature 0C
60
50
40
Min
30
Max
20
10
28.12.2013
24.12.2013
20.12.2013
16.12.2013
12.12.2013
08.12.2013
04.12.2013
30.11.2013
26.11.2013
Months
22.11.2013
18.11.2013
14.11.2013
10.11.2013
06.11.2013
02.11.2013
29.10.2013
25.10.2013
21.10.2013
17.10.2013
13.10.2013
09.10.2013
05.10.2013
01.10.2013
0
Figure 3.7 Temperature Profile of Study Area
3.3.2 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY
The ambient air quality with respect to the study area of 10 km radius around the lease area
forms the baseline information. The various sources of air pollution in the region are dust rising
from unpaved roads, domestic fuel burning, vehicular traffic, agricultural activities, other
industries, etc. The prime objective of baseline air quality monitoring is to assess existing air
quality of the area. This will also be useful in assessing the conformity to standards of the ambient
air quality during the operations.
3.3.2.1 Selection of Sampling Station
The baseline status of the ambient air quality has been assessed through scientifically designed
Ambient Air Quality Network. The design of monitoring network in the air quality surveillance
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program has been based on the following considerations:
a) Representation of ML area.
b) Representation of the down wind direction and cross-sectional distribution.
c) Representation of residential areas.
d) Representation of regional background levels.
e) Representation of sensitive receptor.
15 nos. of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations were established with in the study area. The
sampling locations and their distances are shown in Table 3.3 and in Fig. 3.8.
Table 3.3 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Sampling Stations
Station Sampling
No.
Locations
A1
A2
Lunwa Jagir
Kharwa
A3
Juna Rauta
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
Bagora
Town
Tilora
Mine Site
Dhumbadiya
Kaleti
A9
A10
Distance
and
Direction
(km)
4.0 km, N
1.2 km, NE
Latitude
Longitude
Sampling
Criterion
0.2 km,
North
2.0 km, NE
71°52'4.638"E 25°13'53.765"N Cross wind
71°50'48.923"E 25°10'33.422"N Near Mine Site –
Downwind
71°56'51.213"E 25°11'55.553"N Near Mine Site –
Downwind
72°1'0.259"E
25°13'13.372"N Downwind
3 .0km, NE
Core Zone
600, Sw
1.5 km, NE
72°5'41.883"E
71°54'26.329"E
72°1'15.077"E
72°6'22.133"E
Itada
Juni Bali
3.5 km, SW
0.2 km, NE
71°49'47.239"E 25°3'29.979"N
71°52'27.001"E 25°6'4.108"N
A11
Dungarwa
0.2 km, NE
72°0'24.946"E
A12
A13
Thobau
Bhadwi
7.8 km, SW
0.6 km, N
71°58'16.724"E 25°1'27.144"N
72°2'1.165"E
25°3'13.759"N
A14
Sewari
0.8 km, E
72°3'44.331"E
25°4'50.559"N
A15
Biya ki
Galiya
1.6 km, NE
72°6'7.626"E
25°2'27.918"N
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25°8'35.55"N
25°9'29.178"N
25°10'18.256"N
25°6'25.318"N
Downwind
Mine Site
Mine Site
Downwind– Dense
Forest
Upwind
Near Mine Site –
Downwind
Near Mine Site –
Downwind
Upwind
Near Mine Site /
Open Mixed Jungle
– D/w
Near Mine Site /
Open Mixed Jungle
– D/w
Near Mine Site –
D/w
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3.3.2.2 Parameters Monitored
At each Monitoring Station, Particulate Matter (PM10), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) and Nitrogen
Dioxide (NO2) are monitored. The sampling has been carried out for 2 days in a week for one
season to assess the current status of Ambient Air Quality as per CPCB Guidelines. The Max. &
Min. values for all sampling stations are shown in Table 3.6. Detailed Air monitoring data sheet is
attached as Annexure V.
3.3.2.3 Sampling & Analytical Techniques and Instruments Used for Sampling
The various instruments used and technique adopted for sampling is given in table below:
Table 3.4: Techniques Used for Determining Various Air Quality Parameters
Parameters Testing Procedure
PM 10
Gravimetric Method by using Repairable particulate matter sampler “Repairable
Dust Sampler” (RDS)
NO2
Absorption in diluted NaOH and then estimated calorimetrically with
sulphanilamide and N (I-Nepthyle) Ethylene diamine Dihydrochloride and
Hydrogen Peroxide (IS: 5182 1975, Part-VI).
SO2
Absorption in Sodium Tetra Chloromercurate followed by Colorimetric estimation
using P-Rosaniline hydrochloride and Formaldehyde (IS: 5182 Part – II, 2001).
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Table 3.5 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
Station
Sampling
Location
PM10
NO2
SO2
Max
Min
Max
Min
Max
Free Silica
Min
Ca
Mg
Ni
Pb
Max
Min
Max
Min
Max
Min
Max
Min
Max
Min
A1
Lunwa Jagir
68.5
44.3
21.6
14.3
12.8
7.1
3.6
1.2
2.6
1.3
2.8
0.6
1.82
0.44
0.07
<0.02
A2
Kharwa
68.6
54.3
25.6
15.6
11.6
8.5
3.6
2.1
2.3
0.4
2.5
0.5
1.7
<0.40 0.09
<0.02
A3
Juna Rauta
61.3
48.7
17.8
15.5
9.9
7.6
3.7
2.0
2.0
0.8
1.7
0.3
2.1
<0.50 0.8
<0.02
A4
74.5
65.3
24.0
18.2
12.3
7.9
3.6
2.1
2.6
0.4
2.1
0.4
1.82
<0.50 0.08
<0.02
A5
Bagrora
Town
Tilora
67.8
49.4
20.3
16.6
10.3
8.3
3.2
2.1
1.7
0.4
1.7
0.4
1.1
<0.50 0.10
<0.02
A6
Mine Site
66.7
50.5
25.6
15.8
11.2
8.5
3.8
2.1
2.3
1.0
2.5
0.4
1.82
<0.50 0.10
<0.02
A7
Dhumbadiya
66.5
51.6
17.6
15.9
11.5
7.9
3.5
2.1
2.8
1.3
1.1
0.3
1.20
<0.50 0.11
<0.02
A8
Kaleti
62.9
50.7
23.3
16.5
12.6
8.3
3.3
2.1
2.8
1.5
2.2
0.4
0.98
<0.50 0.09
<0.02
A9
Itada
63.9
44.3
22.2
17.5
12.8
8.5
3.3
1.9
0.7
2.6
2.8
0.4
1.25
<0.40 0.08
<0.02
A10
Juni Bali
67.8
51.2
23.3
17.6
11.6
8.6
3.2
2.0
2.5
0.5
2.2
0.5
1.45
<0.50 0.11
<0.02
A11
Dungarwa
66.9
48.1
23.2
18.5
12.6
8.4
3.4
2.1
4.8
1.8
2.7
0.4
2.9
<0.50 0.08
<0.02
A12
Thobau
63.9
50.8
22.2
16.1
9.9
7.8
3.4
2.0
4.9
0.8
3.0
0.4
2.08
<0.50 0.12
<0.02
A13
Bhadwi
70.1
47.3
23.6
16.2
11.5
8.13.7
2.1
2.6
0.8
1.7
1.7
0.3
1.08
<0.50 0.11
<0.02
A14
Sewari
66.5
50.1
23.3
18.6
10.6
7.3
3.4
2.1
2.2
0.8
1.2
0.3
1.2
<0.50 0.13
<0.02
A15
Biya ki Galiya
63.9
50.1
21.3
16.2
13.0
7.6
3.5
1.5
3.7
1.0
1.9
0.3
3.7
<0.50 0.09
<0.02
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3.3.3 Results
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals that the minimum & maximum concentrations of PM 10 for
all the 15 AAQM stations were found to be 74.5 g/m3 and 44.3 g/m3 respectively.
As far as the gaseous pollutants SO2 and NO2 are concerned, the prescribed CPCB limit of 80
g/m3 for residential and rural areas has never surpassed at any station. The maximum &
minimum concentrations of SO2 were found to be 13.0 g/m3 & 7.1 g/m3 respectively. The
maximum & minimum concentrations of NO2 were found to be 25.6 g/m3 & 14.3 g/m3
respectively.
90
Concentration (µg/m3)
80
70
60
50
Limit
40
Max
30
Min
20
10
0
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15
Monitoring Station
Figure 3.9 SO2 Concentration
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90
Concentration (µg/m3)
80
70
60
50
Limit
40
Max
30
Min
20
10
0
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15
Monitoring Station
Figure 3.10 NO2 concentration
120
Concentration (µg/m3)
100
80
Limit
60
Max
40
Min
20
0
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15
Monitoring Stations
Figure 3.11 PM10 concentration
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3.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT (TOR#20)
Noise often defined as unwanted sound, interferes with speech communication, causes
annoyance, distracts from work, disturb sleep, thus deteriorating quality of human environment.
The physical description of sound concerns its loudness as a function of frequency. Noise in
general is sound, which is composed of many frequency components of various loudness
distributed over the audible frequency range. Various noise scales have been introduced to
describe, in a single number, the response of an average human being to a complex sound made
up various frequencies at different loudness levels. The most common and heavily favored of
those scales is the A weighted decibel (dBA). This is more suitable for audible range of 20 to
20,000 Hertz. The scale has been designed to weigh various components of noise according to the
response of a human ear.
The impact of noise sources on surrounding community depends on:
 Characteristics of noise sources (instantaneous, intermittent or continuous in nature). It is
well known that steady is noise not as annoying as annoying as one that is continuously
varying in loudness.
 The time, at which noise occurs, for example loud noise levels at night in residential areas
are not acceptable because of sleep disturbance.
 The location of the noise source, with respect to noise sensitive area, this determines the
loudness and period of noise exposure.
The environmental impact of noise can have several effects varying from Noise Induced Hearing
Loss (NIHL) to annoyance on loudness of Noise levels.
The main objective of the noise level monitoring is to assess the background noise levels in
different zones viz., industrial, commercial, residential and silence zones within the study area.
Noise levels were measured in residential areas, bus stands and other settlements located within
10 km radius around the site.
3.4.1 Noise Analysis within the Study Area
The noise analysis within the study area was recorded using 4012 Maxtech sound level meter.
The instrument was calibrated with a Standard Acoustic calibrator before using in the field. The
measurements were carried out continuously fir the 24-hour period to obtain hourly equivalent
sound pressure level, 1 hour Leq. From these values, day and night time as well as 24-hour Leq
values were also calculated. The Leq value is the equivalent continuous sound level, which is
equivalent to the same sound energy as the fluctuating sound measured in the same period.
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Baseline noise levels have been monitored at different locations within the study zone of the mine
lease area. 10 nos. of stations have been selected for measurement of noise levels. The location of
Noise level monitoring is presented in Table 3.7 & the levels recorded are as stated in Table 3.8.
Table 3.6: Noise Monitoring Sampling Stations
STATION SAMPLING LOCATION
Lat
N1
N2
N3
N4
N5
N6
N7
N8
N9
N10
N11
N12
N13
N14
N15
Lunwa Jagir
Kharwa
Juna Rauta
Bagrora Town
Tilora
Mine Site
Dhumbadiya
Kaleti
Itada
Juni Bali
Dungarwa
Thobau
Bhadwi
Sewari
Biya ki Galiya
COORDINATES
Long
71°52'4.638"E
71°50'48.923"E
71°56'51.213"E
72°1'0.259"E
72°5'41.883"E
71°54'26.329"E
72°1'15.077"E
72°6'22.133"E
71°49'47.239"E
71°52'27.001"E
72°0'24.946"E
71°58'16.724"E
72°2'1.165"E
72°3'44.331"E
72°6'7.626"E
AERIAL DISTANCE KM.
AND DIRECTION FROM
MINE SITE
25°13'53.765"N
25°10'33.422"N
25°11'55.553"N
25°13'13.372"N
25°13'4.875"N
25°8'35.55"N
25°9'29.178"N
25°10'18.256"N
25°3'29.979"N
25°6'4.108"N
25°6'25.318"N
25°1'27.144"N
25°3'13.759"N
25°4'50.559"N
25°2'27.918"N
4.0 km, N
1.2 km, NE
0.2 km, North
2.0 km, NE
3 .0km, NE
Core Zone
Core Zone
1.5 km, NE
3.5 km, SW
0.2 km, NE
0.2 km, NE
7.8 km, SW
0.6 km, N
0.8 km, E
1.6 km, NE
Table 3.7 Noise Levels in Study Area
S. No
N1
N2
N3
N4
N5
N6
N7
N8
N9
N10
LOCATIONS
Lunwa Jagir
Kharwa
Juna Rauta
Bagrora Town
Tilora
Mine Site
Dhumbadiya
Kaleti
Itada
Juni Bali
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AVERAGE DAY TIME
NOISE LEVEL Leq. dB (A)
AVERAGE NIGHT TIME
NOISE LEVEL Leq. dB (A)
Day Time
Night Time
(6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
(10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.)
52.13
53.10
54.76
53.68
54.37
53.10
54.41
52.36
51.40
50.92
43.32
44.20
44.19
44.45
44.58
43.50
45.19
42.28
41.20
40.72
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N12
N13
N14
N15
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Dungarwa
Thobau
Bhadwi
Sewari
Biya ki Galiya
49.78
52.10
50.12
51.80
50.24
39.68
42.50
40.14
42.50
40.22
Table 3.8 CPCB Noise Standards
Category of Zones
Leq in dB(A)
Day
Night
Industrial
75
70
Commercial
65
55
Residential
55
45
Silence Zone
50
40
Monitoring Location: Mine Site
Monitoring Location: Dhumbadiya
Figure 3.12 Photographs of Noise Monitoring
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Figure 3.13: Key plan of Noise Monitoring Station
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3.4.2 RESULT OF NOISE MONITORING
60
50
40
Day
30
Night
20
10
0
N1
N2
N3
N4
N5
N6
N7
N8
N9 N10 N11 N12 N13 N14 N15
Figure 3.14 Noise Level Monitoring Result
Ambient noise levels were measured at 15 locations around the proposed project site. A noise
level varies from 54.76 to 39.68 Leq dB during day time and during night time. Maximum &
minimum noise levels recorded during the day time were from 54.76 and 50.12 Leq dB
respectively and maximum & minimum level of noise during night time 45.19 dB and 39.68 Leq
dB respectively. Thus noise levels at all locations were observed to be within the prescribed
limits.
From the above study and discussions it can be concluded that noise levels in the study area are
well within the prescribed limits as prescribed by the CPCB and State Pollution Control Board.
3.5 Water Environment (TOR#20)
3.5.1 Surface Water
Surface water resources are limited within the study area. Availability of water resources in
Rajasthan is related to the fluctuations of the weather and the river systems. The most important
river is the Luni, which runs through the study area. The other two major rivers in the study area
are the Sagi and Sukari, which are tributaries of Luni. The unique characteristic of river Luni is
that its water is fresh as far as Balotra, beyond which the water of the river becomes brackish.
Finally around the edge of the Rann of Kachcch, the river water becomes concentrated brine. The
study area is mostly within the brackish aquifer zone.
The channel of Sukari river flowing through the study area was observed to be dry.
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The river Sagi originates in the Sunda hills. It becomes a reasonably fast stream when it reaches
the Bhinmal Tehsil, to the southeast of the study area. The Sagi River joins the river Luni after
traversing further south.
3.5.2 Ground Water Quality
The sources of potable water are the hand pumps, tube wells & dug wells in the area.
The samples were collected & tested from different sites. The quality of ground water was studied
by collecting water samples from representative open dug wells, tube wells & hand pumps. The
water sampling stations are shown on Key plan in figure No. 3.9.
Table 3.9 Water Sampling Stations
STATION SAMPLING
LOCATION
W1
Lunwa Jagir
W2
Kharwa
W3
Juna Rauta
W4
Bagrora Town
W5
Tilora
W6
Mine Site
W7
Dhumbadiya
W8
Kaleti
W9
Itada
W10
Juni Bali
W11
Dungarwa
W12
Thobau
W13
Bhadwi
W14
Sewari
W15
Biya ki Galiya
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Lat
AERIAL DISTANCE (KM) &
DIRECTION FROM MINE SITE
Long
71°52'4.638"E
71°50'48.923"E
71°56'51.213"E
72°1'0.259"E
72°5'41.883"E
71°54'26.329"E
72°1'15.077"E
72°6'22.133"E
71°49'47.239"E
71°52'27.001"E
72°0'24.946"E
71°58'16.724"E
72°2'1.165"E
72°3'44.331"E
72°6'7.626"E
25°13'53.765"N
25°10'33.422"N
25°11'55.553"N
25°13'13.372"N
25°13'4.875"N
25°8'35.55"N
25°9'29.178"N
25°10'18.256"N
25°3'29.979"N
25°6'4.108"N
25°6'25.318"N
25°1'27.144"N
25°3'13.759"N
25°4'50.559"N
25°2'27.918"N
4.0 km, N
1.2 km, NE
0.2 km, North
2.0 km, NE
3 .0km, NE
Core Zone
Core Zone
1.5 km, NE
3.5 km, SW
0.2 km, NE
0.2 km, NE
7.8 km, SW
0.6 km, N
0.8 km, E
1.6 km, NE
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Sampling Location: Tilora
Sampling Location: Bagora
Figure 0.7: Water Sample Collection Photographs
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Table 3.10 Water Analysis Result
S.
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Paramete
r
pH (at 25
0C)
Colour
(Hazen
Unit)
Turbidity
(NTU)
Lunw
a
Jagir
Kharw
a
7.23
7.26
<5.0
2.0
Biya ki
Galiya
Desira
ble
Limit
Permissi
ble Limit
7.45
7.05
6.5 to
8.5
No
Relaxation
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
5
15
2.0
2.0
2.0
1
5
Bagro
ra
Town
Tilora
Mine
Site
Dhum
badiya
Kaleti
Itada
Juni
Bali
Dungar
wa
Thoba
u
7.32
7.12
7.25
7.18
7.25
7.32
7.22
7.26
7.15
7.70
7.32
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
<5.0
1.0
10.0
5.00
8.0
1.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
2.0
4.0
Juna
Rauta
Bhadw
Sewari
i
Agree Agreeab Agreea Agreea Agreea Agreeab Agreea Agreea Agreeab Agreeab Agreeab Agreea Agreeab Agreea Agreea Agreeab
Agreeable
able
le
ble
ble
ble
le
ble
ble
le
le
le
ble
le
ble
ble
le
Agreea Agreeabl Agreeab Agreea Agreea Agreeab Agreeab Agreea Agreeab Agreeabl Agreeabl Agreea Agreeabl Agreea Agreea Agreeabl
Taste
Agreeable
ble
e
le
ble
ble
le
le
ble
le
e
e
ble
e
ble
ble
e
Chloride as 125.
96.65
85.0 214.50 130.25 178.56 132.54 178.52 120.48 125.38 142.18 136.86 122.56 132.54 137.48
250
1000
Cl (mg/l)
32
Odour
Total
Hardness as
7.
270.65 210.82
CaCO3
(mg/l)
Calcium as
8.
70.56 64.27
Ca (mg/l)
Sulphate as
9.
41.33 33.12
SO4 (mg/l)
Total
Dissolved 460.
10.
418.20
Solids
0
(mg/l)
196.35 296.52 304.50 275.69 402.36 318.25 306.56
332.12
339.40 270.50 280.50 260.10 318.46
200
600
60.56
78.95
92.60
76.52
115.84 85.70
38.16
96.45
91.32
75.50
80.10
70.10
90.80
75
200
32.90
40.15
44.30
37.20
45.18
92.80
42.80
44.70
41.55
40.16
39.62
41.41
200
400
412.40 490.60 532.80 475.70 612.30 670.20 485.30
515.50
530.60 500.20 485.30 435.10 488.30
500
2000
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12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Alkalinity
as CaCO3,
(mg/l)
Iron as Fe
(mg/l)
Fluoride as
F (mg/l)
Magnesium
as Mg
(mg/l)
Boron
(mg/l)
Chromium
as Cr (mg/l)
Copper as
Cu (mg/l)
Manganese
as Mn
(mg/l)
Nitrate as
NO3 (mg/l)
Cadmium
as Cd
(mg/l)
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6
146.46
0.22
0.24
0.19
0.28
0.24
0.22
0.22
0.25
0.21
0.24
0.30
0.21
0.26
0.21
0.84
0.76
0.68
0.86
0.76
0.85
0.82
0.85
0.86
0.81
0.78
0.72
0.87
22.98
12.26
11.0
24.18
17.85
20.60
27.54
25.37
18.22
22.22
27.11
19.96
0.54
0.53
0.43
0.54
0.61
0.51
0.56
0.52
0.52
0.58
0.57
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.02
<0.02
0.38
0.36
<0.02
<0.02
0.75
<0.02
<0.0
2
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
16.50
18.60
16.24
22.60
22.70
18.60
19.60
18.45
<0.00
3
<0.003
<0.00
<0.003
3
<0.00
3
<0.003
<0.0
1
<0.0
2
200
600
0.26
0.3
No
relaxation
0.82
0.82
1.0
1.5
19.60
20.70
22.34
30
100
0.61
0.57
0.55
0.65
0.5
1
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
0.05
No
Relaxation
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
0.20
<0.02
<0.02
0.05
1.5
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
0.1
0.3
18.08
21.40
19.90
6.10
6.80
8.50
12.50
45
No
Relaxation
<0.00
<0.003
3
<0.003
<0.003
<0.003 <0.003
<0.003
<0.00
3
<0.00
3
0.003
No
Relaxation
142.82 192.75 294.12 210.50 315.43 318.25 195.45
215.84
298.20 198.98 189.25 260.10 210.10
21.
Lead as Pb
(mg/l)
<0.0
1
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
0.01
No
Relaxation
22.
Arsenic as
As (mg/l)
<0.0
1
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
0.01
No
Relaxation
23.
Mercury as
<0.001 <0.001
Hg (mg/l)
<0.001
<0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001
0.001
No
Relaxation
<0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001
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25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
Selenium as
<0.01
Se (mg/l)
<0.01
Aluminium <0.0
<0.02
as Al (mg/l)
2
Zinc as Zn
<0.02 <0.02
(mg/l)
Residual
free
<0.05 <0.05
Chlorine
(mg/l)
Anionic
Detergents
<0.02 <0.02
as MBAS
(mg/l)
Cyanide as
<0.02 <0.02
CN (mg/l)
Phenolic
Compounds <0.001 <0.001
(mg/l)
Total
Coliform
Absent Absent
(MPN/100
ml)
E. Coli
(CFU/100m Absent Absent
l)
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<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
<0.01
0.01
No
Relaxation
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
0.03
0.2
0.26
0.35
0.35
0.15
0.12
0.35
0.25
0.24
<0.02
0.29
0.28
0.34
0.28
5
15
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
<0.05
0.2
1
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
0.2
1.0
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
<0.02
0.05
No
Relaxation
<0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001
<0.001
<0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001
0.001
0.002
Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent
Absent
Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent
-
10.00
Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent
Absent
Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent
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Analysis results of ground water reveal the following;

pH varies from to 7.12 to 7.70

Total Hardness varies from 196.35 to 402.36 mg/l

Total Dissolved Solids varies from 412.40 to 670.20 mg/l
A review of the above chemical analysis reveals that there is some variation in chemical
composition of water tapped from different open wells, tube wells and Hand pumps but the
ground water from all sources remains suitable for drinking purposes as all the constituents are
within the limits prescribed for drinking water standards promulgated by Indian Standards (IS:
10500).
3.6 TRAFFIC STUDY (TOR#42)
Traffic study measurements were performed at village Aalpura (SH-28) to assess impact on local
transport infrastructure due to this mining project.
Traffic study measurements were performed at two locations of these stations is marked on the
map in Fig.3.17. The monitoring was performed in October to December 2013.
Traffic data collected continuously for 24 hours by visual observation and counting of vehicles
under three categories, viz., heavy motor vehicles, light motor vehicles and two/three wheelers.
As traffic densities on the roads are high, two skilled persons were deployed simultaneously at
each station during each shift- one person on each of the two directions for counting the traffic. At
the end of each hour, fresh counting and recording was undertaken. Total numbers of vehicles per
hour under the three categories were determined.
The traffic volume count survey has been done hourly which is given in table 3.12(A)
Table 3.11 Roads and Highways in the Study Area
NAME OF STATE HIGHWAY
RJ- SH-28
DIRECTION
Up
Down
Sanchore
Barmer
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Name of the Road: SH-28 (2 Lane)
Location: Opp Site of Entrance
TIME
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
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Date of Traffic Survey: 9.11.2013
Up: Sanchore (Jalore)
Dn: Barmer
FAST MOVING VEHICLES
TWO
THREE
CAR/VANS
BUSES &
WHEELERS WHEELERS
LORRIES
Up
Dn
Up
Dn
Up
Dn
Up
Dn
20
5
0 22
20
8
3
2 15
22
2 11
5
3
18
25
3
2
10
10
5
29
11
5
3
8
11
5
36
29
8
5
13
8
3
48
36
10
8
15
13
4
59
42
12
10
20
15
4
67
62
14
12
29
20
3
76
67
8
14
24
29
5
82
77
17
8
28
24
5
90
83
9
17
16
28
3
85
90
10
9
19
16
4
74
85
12
10
24
19
2
69
74
7
12
18
24
1
51
69
2
7
16
18
1
48
51
5
2
12
16
1
36
55
2
5
10
12
2
31
36
2
4
8
10
5
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3
5
5
3
4
4
3
5
5
3
5
4
2
2
1
1
2-AXLE &
3-AXLE
Up
Dn
2
2 5
0
8
5
12
8
14
12
10
14
9
10
7
9
5
7
10
5
12
10
13
12
9
13
7
9
5
7
2
5
3
2
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SLOW MOVING VEHICLES
CYCLES
CYCLE
CATTLE
RISHKAW
Up
Dn
Up
Dn Up Dn
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21.
22.
23.
24.
S.NO.
29
25
29
25
20
22
29
25
29
25
3
3
3
-
2
3
3
1
-
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6
4
3
3
8
14
6
4
3 -
3
4
2
3 -
1
1
1
3
3
2
2
3
3
3
2
1
-
-
-
-
-
-
Table 3.12(B) : Traffic Volume Count Survey (Hourly)
NUMBER OF VEHICLES
PASSENGER
TOTAL NUMBER OF VEHICLE (PCU)/HOUR
VEHICLES
DISTRIBUTION
DISTRIBUTION/DAY
CAR UNIT (PCU)
RJ SH-28
RJ SH-28
1.
Cars
324
1.0
324
2.
Buses
70
3.0
210
3.
Two wheelers
1084
0.5
542
4.
Three wheelers
137
1.50
206
5.
Trucks
143
3.0
429
Total
1758
1711/24=71 PCU/hr
Table 3.12(C) : No. of Vehicles per hour
ROAD
RJ SH-28
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C (CAPACITY IN
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900
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RATIO
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The existing level may be “Excellent” for highway.
V/C
LOS
0.0-0.2
A
0.2-0.4
B
0.4-0.6
C
0.6-0.8
D
0.8-1.0
E
Note: Capacity as per IRC: 64-1990
PERFORMANCE
Excellent
Very Good
Good/ Average/ Fair
Poor
Very Poor
During Mine Operation
Total Capacity of mine
: 10,50,000 MTPA
No. of working days
: 300
Extraction & Transportation of mineral
: 3500 MT/day
Working hours per day
: 8 hour
Truck Capacity
: 20 Tonnes
Frequency of trucks deployed/day (32 no. x 6 trips/day x 2(up/dwn) : 384
Frequency of trucks deployed/hr
: 48
Increase in PCU/hr
: 144
Table 3.12 (E): Modified Traffic Scenario & LOS
ROAD
INCREASED
V
C
MODIFIED V/C
PCUS/ STATE
LOS
RATIO
HIGHWAY
RJ SH-28
144 x 100%=144
144+71=215
900
0.23
B
3.6.1 Conclusion
Not much impact on local transport as only 32 no. x 6 trips/day x 2 (up/down) = 384
dumpers/day will be required for transport of mineral from mine. The LOS value from the
proposed mine may be “Very Good” for SH-28. So the additional load on the carrying capacity of
the concern roads is not likely to have any significant adverse affect.
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3.7.1 Soil Profile of District Jalore
The soil is generally alluvial in nature which prone to water logging. Also nature of recently
alluvial calcareous has been observed.
Figure 3.18: Soil Profile of District Jalore
3.7.2 Soil Quality and Characteristics
The information on soils has been collected from various secondary sources and also through
primary soil sampling analysis of which is described in this section.
For studying the soil profile of the region, 15 locations were selected to assess the existing soil
conditions around the lease area representing various land use conditions. The concentrations of
physical and chemical parameters were determined.
The sampling locations have been finalized with the following objectives:

To determine the baseline soil characteristics of the study area; and

To determine the impact of industrialization on soil characteristics.
Quality of the soil in the area is showing a marked diversity in nature depending upon the parent
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rock and climatic conditions prevailing in different parts of the district.
15 nos. of soil samples were collected and analyzed for various parameters. The soil sampling
locations are given in Table 3.13 below and key plan is shown in Fig 3.20.
Table 3.13: Soil Monitoring Station Details
STATI
ON
SAMPLING LOCATION
S1
Lunwa Jagir
S2
Kharwa
S3
Juna Rauta
S4
Bagrora Town
S5
Tilora
S6
Mine Site
S7
Dhumbadiya
S8
Kaleti
S9
Itada
S10
Juni Bali
S11
Dungarwa
S12
Thobau
S13
Bhadwi
S14
Sewari
S15
Biya ki Galiya
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Lat
Long
71°52'4.638"E
71°50'48.923"E
71°56'51.213"E
72°1'0.259"E
72°5'41.883"E
71°54'26.329"E
72°1'15.077"E
72°6'22.133"E
71°49'47.239"E
71°52'27.001"E
72°0'24.946"E
71°58'16.724"E
72°2'1.165"E
72°3'44.331"E
72°6'7.626"E
AERIAL DISTANCE(KM) &
DIRECTION IN FROM MINE
SITE
25°13'53.765"N
25°10'33.422"N
25°11'55.553"N
25°13'13.372"N
25°13'4.875"N
25°8'35.55"N
25°9'29.178"N
25°10'18.256"N
25°3'29.979"N
25°6'4.108"N
25°6'25.318"N
25°1'27.144"N
25°3'13.759"N
25°4'50.559"N
25°2'27.918"N
4.0 km, N
1.2 km, NE
0.2 km, North
2.0 km, NE
3 .0km, NE
Core Zone
Core Zone
1.5 km, NE
3.5 km, SW
0.2 km, NE
0.2 km, NE
7.8 km, SW
0.6 km, N
0.8 km, E
1.6 km, NE
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Figure 3.19: Soil Sampling Pictures
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Figure 3.20: Key Plan of Soil Sampling Stations
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Table 3.14: Soil Analysis Result
S. No.
Parameter
1.
4.
pH (at 25
(1:2:5
soil water
sus.)
Conductivit
y (mS/ cm)
Bulk
density
(gm/cc)
Soil Texture
5.
Color
6.
Water
holding
capacity
(%)
Chloride
(mg/100g)
Calcium
(mg/100g)
Sodium
(mg/100g)
Potassium
(kg/hec)
Magnesium
Lunwa Kharw Juna
Jagir
a
Rauta
7.96
7.95
7.26
Bagr
ora
Town
7.48
0.37
0.30
0.39
1.39
1.46
Silty
Loam
Yellow
ish
Brown
27.65
Silty
Loam
Brown
ish
Tilora
Mine
Site
Dhumb Kaleti
adiya
Itada
Juni
Bali
Dung
arwa
Thob
au
Bhadwi Sewari Biya ki
Galiya
7.90
8.16
7.62
8.01
8.05
7.26
7.42
7.65
7.05
7.35
7.60
0.37
0.41
0.37
0.37
0.36
0.37
0.36
0.32
0.40
0.42
0.34
0.43
1.57
1.49
1.57
1.43
1.55
1.58
1.54
1.24
1.47
1.95
1.85
1.62
1.38
Clay
Silty
Silty
Loam
Browni
sh
Yellow
ish
Clay
Loam
Blackis
h
Silty
Loam
Black
ish
Silty
Loam
Blacki
sh
Sandy
Loam
Blackis
h
Silty
Loam
Blackis
h
Sandy
Loam
Blackish
28.52
30.19
Yellowi
sh
Brown
25.66
Silty
Loam
Yellowi
sh
Brown
29.12
Silty
Blacki
sh
Silty
Loam
Yellowish
Brown
27.58
Silty
Loam
Yellow
ish
Brown
23.57
26.54
31.56
30.78
29.24
33.16
31.64
28.76
33.66
38.50
14.70
13.75
36.60
11.52
15.32
29.75
38.70
13.27
24.50
25.60
27.10
23.90
25.70
22.50
28.50
9.76
9.65
39.60
9.14
12.34
30.78
46.70
11.32
18.75
20.55
17.95
20.85
19.65
17.95
38.70
2.89
2.41
16.50
1.51
3.08
9.67
19.62
2.43
6.98
7.12
6.22
7.18
6.34
6.12
148.70
188.45
172.24
184.46
197.80
214.18
214.32
192.52
179.92
0.89
1.02
1.47
6.85
8.66
1.10
1.98
185.2
4
2.21
174.74
0.95
170.1
6
2.12
169.92
23.50
148.7
0
7.85
1.87
2.46
180
.84
2.32
0C)
2.
3.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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(mg/100g)
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Organic
Matter (%)
Available
Nitrogen as
(kg/ha)
Phosphorus
(kg/ha)
Zinc
(mg/100g)
Lead
(mg/100g)
Copper as
Cu
(mg/100g)
Mangnese
as Mn
(mg/100g)
Chromium
as Cr
(mg/100g)
Cadmium as
Cd
(mg/100g)
0.68
0.52
0.62
0.65
0.57
0.61
0.61
0.58
0.61
0.75
0.80
0.71
0.82
0.75
0.79
253.27
287.32
219.87
274.5
1
268.19
231.54
248.70
238.19
246.15
261.30
268.1
0
272.2
0
254.50
256.40
263.10
15.68
19.41
15.58
18.85
17.87
18.98
19.42
15.92
13.46
14.64
16.42
13.96
15.52
16.32
15.12
25.40
4.98
5.35
5.24
5.18
4.69
9.75
8.75
4.97
9.50
10.40
8.20
11.10
10.80
9.10
1.05
2.13
1.75
2.08
1.85
1.22
1.26
1.74
2.12
3.35
4.15
3.95
3.95
3.15
3.15
4.28
3.54
3.69
5.01
4.20
4.85
3.28
3.85
3.46
1.05
3.85
4.55
3.85
3.85
4.10
38.70
21.12
19.68
19.67
21.34
21.68
36.70
30.16
19.62
21.22
23.41
24.40
20.86
19.19
23.44
2.48
1.05
2.02
1.98
1.15
2.06
1.64
2.14
1.26
2.18
2.75
3.05
2.84
2.82
2.58
3.19
1.98
3.10
2.95
2.45
2.94
2.74
2.96
1.94
3.75
4.10
3.25
3.30
4.10
3.60
3.7.3 Result
The analysis results show that soil is basic in nature as pH value ranges from 7.26 to 8.16 with organic matter 0.52 % to 0.75 %. The
concentration of Nitrogen, Phosphorus & Potassium has been found to be in good amount in the soil samples. Soil texture is loamy.
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3.8 Biological Environment (TOR#16)
3.8.1 Introduction
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the Ramsar Convention, and the Convention on
Migratory Species (CMS) recognize Environmental Impact Assessment (IA) as an important
decision making tool to help plan and implement development with biodiversity “in mind.” The
Conventions require Signatories (“Parties”) to apply EIA to proposals with potential negative
impacts on biodiversity to help meet their objectives, so that development proposals respect
mechanisms for the conservation of biodiversity, result in sustainable use of biodiversity
resources, and ensure fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from use of biodiversity.
According to the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA), Impact Assessment
provides opportunities to ensure that biodiversity values are recognized and taken into account
in decision-making. Importantly, this involves a participatory approach with people who might be
affected by a proposal.
The main aim of Conservation of Biodiversity is to ensure “No Net Loss”. The biodiversity-related
Conventions are based on the premise that further loss of biodiversity is unacceptable.
Biodiversity must be conserved to ensure it survives, continuing to provide services, values and
benefits for current and future generations. The following approach has been chosen by the IAIA
to help achieve ‘no net loss’ of biodiversity:
1. Avoidance of irreversible loss of biodiversity.
2. Seeking alternative solutions to minimize biodiversity losses.
3. Use of mitigation to restore biodiversity resources.
4. Compensation for unavoidable loss by providing substitutes of at least similar biodiversity
value.
5. Looking for opportunities for enhancement.
This approach can be called “positive planning for biodiversity.” It helps achieve no net loss by
ensuring the safety and survival of rare or endangered or endemic or threatened (REET) species.
The conservation of biodiversity is based on a variety of perspectives: scientific, philosophical,
economic, ethical and aesthetic. Scientists contend that much remains to be learnt about species
and ecosystems around the world, and that a loss of this diversity would foreclose that
opportunity.
Whether a species is economically important or not, every species has its own intrinsic value and
hence every attempt should be made to conserve biological diversity and integrity of ecosystems.
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3.8.2 Objectives and Purpose of Study:
The basic objectives of the study are to evaluate the status of the flora and fauna of the core area
and the buffer areas with specific reference to the rare or endangered or endemic or threatened
(REET) species. The study is also designed to evaluate the adverse impacts of the proposed
activity, if any and to suggest remedial / mitigation measures in accordance with the objectives as
desired by the IAIA and the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoE&F), Government of India
(GoI).
An ecological study of the ecosystem is essential to understand the impact of industrialization and
urbanization on existing flora and fauna of the study area. Studies on various aspects of
ecosystem play an important role in identifying sensitive issues for under taking appropriate
action to mitigate the impact, if any.
A survey was conducted to study the flora and fauna around 10 km radius. Some of the
information was gathered from the local habitants. All the collected data were classified to
interpret the impact of pollution on the flora and fauna of that region. Survey of the mild plants as
well as cultivated crop plants was made and all the available information was recorded.
3.8.3 Study Area
The proposed project is along the river Sukari & Sagi which is tributary of Luni river. The total
catchment area of Luni basin is 1654.66 Km2. The study area for the proposed mining project is
undulated and hilly. The slopes vary considerably and are generally moderated to slightly steep.
The climate in the study area varies from sub tropical to moist temperate. 10 km (radial distance
from the proposed mining lease) study area was taken for the assessment of terrestrial ecology of
flora and fauna based on topography, land use, vegetation pattern, etc. The study area is divided
into core zone and buffer zone. The observations were taken in agriculture fields, hills, plain area,
and village wasteland prescribed by the objectives and guidelines for Preliminary Environmental
Examination. All observations were taken during the month of October to December 2013.
3.8.4 Survey Methodology
Detailed survey was conducted to evaluate floral and faunal composition of the study area.
Primary data on floral and faunal composition was recorded during site visit and secondary data
was collected from the Forest department and published relevant literature.
Field study period: The ecological survey has been conducted for one season. The details are
given as below:
Core zone: At the project site along Sukari and Sagi River.
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Buffer zone: Around the project site in 10 km radius.
Inventory of flora and fauna has been prepared on the basis of collected data. The mode of data
and parameters considered during field investigations is given below:
Table 3.15
Mode of data collection & parameters considered during the survey
ASPECT
DATA
Terrestrial
Ecology
Primary data
collection
MODE OF DATA
COLLECTION
By field survey
PARAMETERS
MONITORED
Floral and Faunal
diversity
Secondary
data collection
From authentic
sources like Forests
department of
Rajasthan and
available
published literatures
like [Annual report (201112) by
Rajasthan State
Biodiversity Board,
Jaipur]
Floral and Faunal
diversity and study
of vegetation, forest
type, importance
etc.
Primary data
collection
By field survey
Floral and Faunal
diversity
Secondary
data collection
From authentic
sources like Forests
department of
Rajasthan and
available
published literatures
like [Annual report (201112) by
Rajasthan State
Biodiversity Board,
Jaipur]
Floral and Faunal
diversity and study
of vegetation, forest
type, importance
etc.
Aquatic
Ecology
3.8.5 General Vegetation Study of the area:
The study area comprise of Tropical Thorn vegetation. Several tropical elements can be seen
scattered in the area. Species of Saccharum, Calotropis, Vitex, Zizyphus, etc. are of common
occurrence. Tree species viz. Acacia nilotica, Albizia leucophloea, Prosopis cineraria, Capparis
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aphylla, Zizyphus spp., Flacourtia spp., etc. are found in the study area.
Ground vegetation mainly consists of grasses and small shrubs. Among the grasses, Vetiveria
zizaniodes, Cenchrus ciliaris are very common in the area. Useful fodder grasses, Cynodon
dactylon, Eleusine indica, Trifolium alexandrinum, etc. are present in the proposed project area.
The large weeds which infest uncultivated tracts are aak (Calotropis procera), arind (Ricinus
communis), dhatura (Datura metel) and thor (Opnuntia stricta). Other noxious weeds and those
which appear in crops are pohlior thistle (Carthamus oxyacantha), shialkanta (Argemone
mexicana), kandyari (Solanum virginianum) and bhang (Cannabis sativa).
3.8.5.1 Flora of the Core zone
The core zone comprises of river bed, where mining operation is proposed. This area consists of
riparian vegetation in which aquatic and marshland plants are the main component. Most among
them are weeds. No ecologically sensitive plant species has been reported from this area.
Riparian vegetation: Riparian vegetation is found along the river side. In stagnant water growth
of hydrophytes likes Hydrolea zeylanica, Ipomoea carnea, Ludwigia adscendens, Marsilea minuta,
Sagittaria sagittifolia, Spilanthes paniculata, Typha latifolia, etc. can be commonly observed.
3.8.5.2 Flora of the Buffer zone (Terrestrial vegetation)
Buffer zone of the proposed project is mainly fallow land. The flora of buffer zone comprises of
plants growing on the edges of agricultural land, village woodlots and trees planted along the
roads. Many tree species are planted in the area because of their usefulness, economic and
aesthetic values. The tree species observed in the area are, Aam (Mangifera indica), Khair (Acacia
catechu), Siris (Albizia lebbeck), Semal (Bombax ceiba), Behul (Celtisaustralis), Shisham (Dalbergia
sissoo), Ritha (Sapindus mucorossi), Tut (Morus alba) etc.
In agricultural waste land and along the road side, growth of weeds and grasses like Argemone
mexicana, Cannabis sativa, Cenchrus ciliaris, Heteropogoncontortus, Lantana camara, Parthenium
hysterosphorus, etc. are very common. These weeds are affecting the agricultural productivity of
the region due to fast growth, short life cycle and enormous production of seeds.
Agricultural land:
The Jalore district has sandy loam & loamy alluvium soil and semi-arid climatic conditions. Crops
which are grown are Bajra, Jawra, Barley, Wheat (Triticum aestivum), Maize (Zea mays), Rice
(Oryza sativa), Pulses, Oilseeds etc. Seasonal vegetables are also grown by village people as cash
crops.
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Fallow land:
Most of the areas nearby Core zone are waste land. Commonly seen plant species in such areas
are Lantana camara, Ipomea carnea, Calotropis procera, Cassia tora, Parthenium hysterophorus,
Ziziphus mauritiana, Heteropogoncontortus, Argemone Mexicana, etc.
Vegetation in and around human settlement:
Vegetation pattern in villages and surrounding areas are slightly different from the rest of the
areas. The common species grown near villages are mostly edible or useful plants such as
Mangifera indica, Syzygium cumini, Azadirachta indica, Albizia lebbeck, Delonix regia, Tamarindus
indica, Eucalyptus sp., Ficus religiosa, etc.A list of flora of the study area is enclosed as Table 3.17.
3.8.6 Wild life and avifauna of the study area:
The major part of the study area lies under fallow land and agriculture field which restrict the
wildlife habitat significantly. Most of the mammalian species reported in the study area are
domesticated animals. There is neither any wildlife sensitive area nor any corridor for the
movement of wildlife is present in the study areas.
Migratory movement of birds in the study area has not been reported. As far as the reptile
community was concerned, rat snake, python and house lizard are reported from the study area.
A list of animals of the study area has been prepared on the basis of local inquiry from the village
people and from the available published literatures. The animals thus recorded were cross
checked with Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 for their schedule. No established habitats of any
mammals or birds are noticed in river bed and along the banks.
The fauna of study area can be grouped in to aquatic and terrestrial as the core area mostly
comprises of aquatic fauna and the buffer area provides shelter to the terrestrial animals.
3.8.6.1 Amphibian:
Amphibians are commonly found at the places along the margin of aquatic and terrestrial
systems. Due to presence of water bodies like river, nalas, etc. the study area is providing shelter
to many amphibian species. Some of the commonly reported species are Bufo melanostictus
(common Indian toad), Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis (Indian skipper frog), Hoplobatrachus tigerinus
(Indian bull frog)etc.
3.8.6.2 Terrestrial fauna:
Mammals: Many domesticated mammal species are reported from buffer zone during the field
survey. Common grazing animals like Buffalo, cow, goat etc. can be noticed in open grass fields.
Small mammals like Indian palm squirrel (Funambulus palmarum) and field mouse (Apodemus
sylvaticus) are noticed in vicinity of village. Inquiry from village people regarding wild animals
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reveals that Indian hare (Lepus nigricollis), fruits bat (Pteropus conspicillatus), Nilgai (Boselaphus
tragocamelus), Indian hare (Lepus nigricollis), fruits bat (Pteropus conspicillatus), Nilgai
(Boselaphus tragocamelus), etc etc. are often seen in the area.
Avifauna: House crow (Corvus splendens), House sparrow (Passer domesticus), Rose ringed
Parakeet (Psittacula krameri), Little cormonent (Phalacrocorax niger), are of common occurrence.
Reptiles: The reptilians species commonly reported are Agama (Laudakia tuberculata) in
settlement area, Garden lizard (Calotes versicolor) and Eutropis macularia along shady places in
agricultural field or where growth of bushes is noticed.
A list of Fauna of the study area is presented in Table 3.18.
Table 3.16: Diversity of Flora in Study Area
S. NO
SCIENTIFIC NAME
COMMON NAME
FAMILY
TREES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
Acacia nilotica
Acacia senegal
Ailanthus excelsa
Azadiachta indica
Albizia labbeck
Acacia tortilis
Acacia jacmontii
Aegle marmelos
Bombax ceiba
Cassia fistula
Dendrocalamus strictus
Delbergia sissoo
Emblica officinalis
Ficus religiosa
Ficus benghalensis
Morus alba
Mangifera indica
Plumeria rubra
Prosopis cineraria
Prosopis juliflora
Techtona grandis
Babul
Kumatha
Jangli Sarva
Neem
Frywood
Israeli babool
Bhoo bavali
Bel
Semal
Amaltas
Bans
Shisham
Aonla
Pipal
Indian Banyan Tree
White Mulberry
Aam
Champa
Khejri
Bilayati babool
Saghwan
SHURBS & HERBS
Celosia argentia
Amarti
Cassia auriculata
Anwal
Carissa spinarum
Karonda
Euphorbia prostate
Dadhi
Jasminum multiflorum
Chameli
Lawsonia inermis
Mehndi
Martynia annua
Bichu Jhar
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Fabaceae
Fabaceae
Simaroubaceae
Meliaceae
Fabaceae
Fabaceae
Fabaceae
Rutaceae
Malvaceae
Caesalpiniaceae
Poaceae
Papilionaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Moraceae
Moraceae
Moraceae
Anacardiaceae
Apocynaceae
Mimosaceae
Fabaceae
Lamiaceae
Amaranthaceae
Caesalpiniaceae
Apocynaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Oleaceae
Lythraceae
Acanthaceae
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Ban tulsi
Lamiaceae
CLIMBERS
Cuscufa reflexa
Amarbel
Convolvulacease
30.
Puerarja tuberosa
Ghora bel
Papilinaceae
31.
Zizyphus oenoplia
Makoh
Rhamnaceae
32.
GRASSES
Arundo donax
Narkul
Poaceae
33.
Cynodon
dactylan
Dub
Poaceae
34.
Digitaria bicornis
Kudi
Poaceae
35.
Erianthus munja
Munj
Poaceae
36.
Pennisetum typhoides
Bajra
Poaceae
37.
(Source: Authenticated list from DFO, Forest department, Jalore and field visit)
29.
Ocimum Sanctum
Table 3.17: Diversity of Fauna in the Study Area
S. No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
S. No.
1.
2.
3.
AVIFAUNA
Scientific Name
Phalacrocorax niger
Mesophoyx intermedia
Fulica atra
Himantopus himantopus
Gallinago gallinago
Motacilla maderaspatensis
Halcyon smyrnensis
Zosterops palpebrosus
Pycnonotus cafer
Turdodies caudatus
Corvus splendens
Saxicola torquata
Cuculus Various
Sudynamis scolopaceus
Clamator jacobinus
Streatopella Tranceoarica
Psittacula krameri
Passer domestics
Sturmia malabarica
Dendrocopos mahrattensis
Parus major
Orthotomus sutorius
Local Name
Scientific Name
Little cormonent
Intermediate Egret
Common coot
Black-winged stilt
Common snipe
White browed wagtail
White-throated Kingfisher
Oriental White-eye
White browed bulbul
Common Babbler
Common Crow
Chat Collared Bush
Brain fever Bird
Cuckoo
Pied Crested Cuckoo
Red Turte Dove
Rose ringed Parakeet
Yellow house sparrow
Grey headed myna
Wood pecker yellow
Tit Grey
Tailer Bird
MAMMALS
Common Name
Lepus negricollis
Apodemus sylvaticus
Bandicota bengalensis
Indian Hare
Common Field Mouse
Indian Mole Rat
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Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule V
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule As Per (Wild Life
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Schedule IV
Schedule V
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5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Sus scrofa
Bosephalus tragocameleus
Suncus murinus
Rattus rattus
Lepus negricollis
Funambulus pennanti
Apodemus sylvaticus
Hemiechinus auritus
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Nilgai
Grey Musk Shrew
House Rat
Indian Hare
Palm Squirrel
Common Field Mouse
Hedgehog long eared
Schedule III
Schedule III
Schedule V
Schedule V
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Schedule V
Schedule IV
3.8.7 Forest and Forest Types Observed In the Study Area
The floral wealth of Rajasthan is rich and varied. The western half is desert terrain; most of the
area under forest is restricted to eastern and southern parts of the state. The Forest are unevenly
distributed in the various district of the forests are over the hilly area i.e. Udaipur, Rajasamand,
Kota, Baran, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Sirohi, Bundi, Alwar, Jhalawar and Banswara District,
which make up for about 50% of the forests of the state. Dense natural forests are in protected
patches, mostly confined to various national parks and wild life sanctuaries. Most of the
remaining forests of state are in various stages of plant growth. The forests of state can be divided
into four board forest types.
3.8.7.1 Forest Cover in Jalore District
The Jalore district has 383 km2 forest cover out of which 11 km2 is moderately dense and 190 km2
is open forest (India State of Forests Report 2013. The area comprises of scrub land and riverine
vegetation. The area comprises of Tropical Thorn vegetation.
3.8.8 Protected Areas.
No National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves and Wild Life Corridors are present in the
study area. The other eco sensitive areas falling in the study area are as follows:
Table3.18: Eco-Sensitive Areas falls in Study Area
S. NO.
PARTICULARS
1.
 Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)
2.
 Open Jungle (Near Village Jodhwas 0.1 Km,E)
3.
 Open Jungle (Near Village Meda, 1.8 km, S)
4.
 Open Jungle (Near Village Dungarwa)
5.
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Bhadwi,0.5 Km N)
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 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Phagotra, 2.7 Km)
7.
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Sewari, 1 km, S)
8.
 Open Jungle (Near Puniya Nadi, 5Km, NE)
9.
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Rah, 2.5 Km, SSE)
10.
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Dungawas, 2.6 Km, S)
11.
 Fairy dense Jungle (Near Village Kaleti, 600 m, SE)
12.
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Vijay Dhora)
13.
 Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)
(Data Source: Biological Survey)
3.8.9 Endangered and Threatened Species
Endangered and threatened animals of India have been listed in the Schedule I and Schedule
II of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (amended in 2001).
No threatened, rare, endangeredor endemic species were observed in the study area.
Schedule I: None of the species were recorded from Schedule I.
Schedule II: None of the species were recorded from Schedule II
3.9 Socio-Economic Environment
An integral part of environmental study, which deals with the total environment, is socioeconomic environment incorporating various facts related to socio-economic condition in the
area. These includes demographic structure of the area, provision of basic amenities viz., housing,
education, health and medical services, occupation, water supply, sanitation, communication,
transportation, prevailing diseases, pattern as well as feature of aesthetic significance such as
temples, historical monuments, etc. at the baseline level.
Socio-economic study of an area gives an opportunity to assess the socio-economic conditions of
an area. This study would help in visualizing and predicting the likely impact depending upon the
nature and magnitude of the project. It can undoubtedly be said that due to this proposed mining
activity, gross economic production of the area will increase substantially as it will provide direct
and indirect employment and will improve the infrastructural facilities and standards of living of
the area.
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3.10 Socio-Economic Survey
3.10.1 Sampling Method
A judgmental and purposive sampling method was used for choosing respondents of various
sections of the society i.e. Sarpanch, adult males and females, teachers, medical practitioners,
businessmen, agriculture laborers, fishermen, unemployed group etc. Judgmental and purposive
sampling method includes the right cases from the total population that helps to fulfill the
purpose of research needs.
3.10.2 Data Collection Method
In order to assess and evaluate the likely impacts arising out of any developmental projects on
socio-economic environment, it is necessary to gauge the apprehensions of the people in the
project area. For the process of data collection through primary and secondary sources certain
methods are used among that are:
3.10.3 Field Survey and Observations
Field Survey and Observations is made at each sampling village and the quality of life of that
region is studied. Visits are made at hospitals, primary health centers and sub-centers to know
the health status of the region. Various governmental organizations such as statistical
department, department of census operations are visited to collect the population details of that
region.
3.10.4 Interview Method
Structured interview method is used to collect data regarding the awareness and opinion from
the sample selected of the various socioeconomic sections of the community. Structured
interviews involve the use of a set of predetermined questions that includes fixed and alternative
questions. The questionnaire mainly highlights the parameters such as income, employment and
working conditions, housing, food, clothing, water supply, sanitation, health, energy,
transportation and communication, education, environment and pollution to assess the quality of
life of that particular region and general awareness and opinion of the respondents about the
project. The interview method has the advantage that almost all perfect sample of the general
population can be reached and respond to the approach. Interview method helps to collect more
correct and accurate information as the interviewer is present during the field survey.
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Table3.19: Socio-Economic Survey Methodology
Attributes
Sampling
Measurement
Method
Remarks
Minimum for
two phases of
the project
Primary data
collection
through
questionnaire
Socio-economic






Demographic
structure
Infrastructure
resource base
Economic
resource base
Health status:
Morbidity
pattern
Cultural
and
aesthetic
attributes
Education
Socioeconomic
survey
is
based
on
proportionat
e
stratified
and random
sampling
method
Secondary
data
from
census
records, statistical
hard books, topo
sheets,
health
records
and
relevant
official
records available
with
Govt.
agencies
3.10.5 Socio-Economic Survey
There are around 48 villages located within all 10 Km radius of the Mine Lease Area. The salient
socio-economic features observed under the study are:
 Most of the people in study area use Firewood, Cow dung cake and Kerosene as the main
source of fuel for cooking purpose.
 Average literacy level among the people is about 41.90%. Among women in the study
area, literacy level is less, as the educational facilities available in the study area.
 Road conditions are good. There is bus facility available in the interior villages.
 Medical facilities available in the area. Lack of drainage and control of mosquitoes
nuisance, have resulted in higher prevalence of malaria in the area, especially during
rainy season.
 Most of the villages have Bore well, Hand pump in study area for water supply.
 Electricity facility is available in few villages but mostly villages are not electrified.
 Mostly, people in the region are having the pakka houses.
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Figure 3.21: Socioeconomic Data Collection picture
The study area falls in Tehsil Bagora of Jalore District.The population as per 2011 Census records
is 164643 (10 km of the project site). Village wise demographic details are given in Table 3.20.
Salient features are as follows:
Total population of the study area (10 km radius buffer zone) comprising 48 villages as per 2011
census is 164643 out of which 84989 are male and 79654 are female. Total population
distribution of the study area with male female is shown in Fig 3.22 is given below:
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90%
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
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Series1
51.62%
Total
Population
Total Male
48.38%
Total Female
Figure 3.22: Total Population distributed by Male Female ratio in study area
Out of the total population Scheduled Caste 22916 (13.9 %) and Scheduled Tribe population is
19192 (11.65%) respectively.

Sex ratio (number of male per thousand female) in the region is 937 this shows that male
population is higher in the region as compared with the female population.

Total main worker population is 62808 (38%), 20704(13%) come under marginal worker
category & non worker population are 81131 (49%) Employment pattern is shown in Fig
3.23.

Literacy rate of the population in the study area is 69050 (41.9%).
38%
50%
Main Workers
Marginal Workers
Non-Workers
12%
Figure3.23: Employment pattern of working population in study area
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13.90%
11.65%
SC
41.90%
ST
74.45%
UR
Figure3.24 Caste distribution in Study Area
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58.10%
Literate
Illiterate
Figure 3.25: Literate Population in Study Area
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Table 3.20: Demographic Details of the Study Area
SOCIO ECONOMIC DATA UNDER 10 KM RADIUS
Name
No. of
House
hold
Total
Population
Total Male
Total
Female
Population
SC
Population
ST
Total
Literate
Total
illiterate
Total Workers
Total
Total
Main
Workers
Marginal
Workers
Total non
worker
Bagora
1294
7906
4142
3764
1994
495
3067
4839
3651
2550
1101
4255
Narsana
967
5470
2787
2683
679
847
2125
3345
2779
1852
927
2691
Vatera
276
1778
887
891
281
293
783
995
918
517
401
860
Kharwa
169
920
477
443
0
16
452
468
408
350
58
512
Mindawas
378
2365
1233
1132
386
509
898
1467
1031
953
78
1334
Bagawas
170
1098
508
590
11
60
509
589
554
347
207
544
Chainpura
272
1750
886
864
330
340
696
1054
797
747
50
953
1155
7360
3767
3593
443
848
3398
3962
3781
2841
940
3579
Nimbawas
795
4872
2460
2412
569
383
1988
2884
2259
2174
85
2613
Nohra
348
2090
1101
989
192
136
1010
1080
1027
927
100
1063
Kaleti
Vishnoiyon Ka
Goliya
405
2464
1292
1172
285
416
885
1579
1306
1180
126
1158
82
547
295
252
162
0
324
223
258
149
109
289
Tilora
1088
6085
3031
3054
561
649
2380
3705
3018
2364
654
3067
Komta
920
5525
2880
2645
838
616
2416
3109
3080
1847
1233
2445
Mandakwana
105
774
396
378
46
153
356
418
471
301
170
303
Tatra
212
1260
680
580
96
159
617
643
684
437
247
576
Ankhol
324
2120
1119
1001
184
298
1039
1081
1082
488
594
1038
Vamal
148
951
521
430
143
87
454
497
482
481
1
469
Itada
267
1540
813
727
157
12
831
709
1027
715
312
513
67
364
182
182
0
0
201
163
206
104
102
158
Joojani
Janguo Nagar
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Rauta
595
3883
2034
1849
938
250
1616
2267
1889
1414
475
1994
Bhalni
626
3919
1973
1946
800
106
1685
2234
1984
1787
197
1935
1496
8295
4237
4058
1091
601
3599
4696
3990
2757
1233
4305
Naibali
173
1059
563
496
0
64
531
528
582
551
31
477
Arnoo
225
1259
638
621
104
487
415
844
743
432
311
516
Dadal
1011
5958
3059
2899
1207
104
2366
3592
2955
2247
708
3003
Dantiwas
Deoda Ka
Goliya
1351
8521
4394
4127
529
3057
3529
4992
4051
3575
476
4470
370
2345
1225
1120
131
90
1081
1264
1318
1095
223
1027
Harmoo
398
2474
1250
1224
660
0
1017
1457
1165
1116
49
1309
Jaitoo
665
3876
1963
1913
491
457
1661
2215
1924
1443
481
1952
Jeran
700
4523
2289
2234
411
370
1741
2782
2512
1535
977
2011
Jhab
799
4349
2300
2049
1213
371
2103
2246
1946
1490
456
2403
Jodhawas
622
3525
1875
1650
549
6
1507
2018
1939
1455
484
1586
Jogau
244
1309
686
623
0
89
802
507
603
589
14
706
Kerwala
214
1433
754
679
367
99
527
906
685
366
319
748
Khokha
580
3642
1933
1709
38
1
984
2658
1794
1463
331
1848
Lakhni
Meda
Brahmnan
430
2429
1241
1188
243
245
1106
1323
1244
527
717
1185
369
2303
1213
1090
205
32
1083
1220
1232
917
315
1071
Morseem
718
4050
2135
1915
1281
148
1767
2283
1963
1252
711
2087
Narsana
967
5470
2787
2683
679
847
2125
3345
2779
1852
927
2691
Nimbau
416
2341
1237
1104
351
179
1036
1305
1471
1100
371
870
Phagotra
451
2753
1409
1344
286
557
1133
1620
1597
1038
559
1156
Punasa
1208
7223
3735
3488
947
2532
3134
4089
3478
2592
886
3745
Punrau
223
1286
662
624
251
103
488
798
847
556
291
439
Sewari
1002
6050
3123
2927
810
571
2433
3617
2922
2891
31
3128
Dhumbariya
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Rampura
242
1267
668
599
173
33
612
655
1001
439
562
266
Thobau
616
3471
1761
1710
369
686
1577
1894
1888
1585
303
1583
Surana
1350
8391
4388
4003
1435
790
2963
5428
4191
3420
771
4200
27503
164643
79654
22916
19192
95593
83512
62808
20704
81131
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CHAPTER: 4
ANTICIPATED IMPACT & ITS MITIGATION MEASURES
4.0 Introduction
Impact prediction is a very important phenomenon in evaluating the environmentally potential
adverse impacts for any proposed mine project. The impact prediction is always carried out under
worst possible conditions so as to mitigate or eliminate the environmental hazards. These
predictions thus calculated are superimposed over the baseline data to calculate the net impact on
the environment after the proposed mine project comes into product. The impacts on different
environmental parameters due to this mining project are discussed below:
4.1 Construction Phase
There will be no impacts as no construction stage is involved in this project.
4.2 Operation Phase
Some of the impacts identified in various phases of operation are insignificant and do not warrant
much attention whereas some others are important especially with respect to the present context.
Therefore objective is to identify those impacts, which are significant and require a detailed
analysis for decision making or formulating adequate management measures. This section deals
with an assessment of impact of various mining activities on the existing environmental conditions.
The methodology of assessment is based upon identification and description of the existing project
activities as well as environmental components followed by evaluating the impact of mining and
associated activities on the environment. The environmental components that are likely to be
influenced or modified by the continuation of project activities are:
 Air Environment
 Noise Environment
 Water Environment
 Land use
 Flora and fauna
 Socio-economic status of the area
 Solid waste management
4.3 Air Environment (ToR#21)
Prediction of impacts is the most important component in the environmental impact assessment
studies. Several scientific techniques and methodologies are available to predict impacts of
developmental activities on physico, ecological and socioeconomic environment. Such predictions
are superimposed over the baseline (pre project) status of environmental quality to derive the
ultimate (post project) scenario of environmental conditions. The prediction of impacts helps to
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identify the environmental management plan required to be executed during and after
commencement of operations in the mi ne project to minimize the adverse impacts on
environmental quality.
In this mining project the only source of emission is excavation, transportation, loading, hauling
operation and handling of mineral viz. Bajri etc. The likely sources of air pollution with respect to
activities are:




Operation of diesel based equipment like Excavator, Loader Truck Tractors-Trolley & Tippers
etc.
Transportation of mineral
Excavation of Bajri from JCB
Air pollution from unpaved roads & surface.
4.3.1 Air Quality Models
4.3.1.1 ISCST3 Dispersion Model
The Industrial Source Complex (ISC) Short Term model provides options to model emissions from a
wide range of sources that might be present at a typical industrial source complex. ISCST3 is USEPA approved model to predict the air quality. The model uses urban dispersion and regulatory
defaults options as per guidelines on air quality models (PROBES/70/1997-1998). Emission
sources are categorized into four basic types of sources, i.e., point sources, volume sources, area
sources, and open pit sources. The volume source option and the area source option may also be
used to simulate line sources. The model assumes receptors on flat terrain. The ISC short term area
source model is based on a numerical integration over the area in the upwind and cross wind
directions of Gaussian plume formula. This can be applied to the Point, Area, Line or Volume
sources simultaneously and their resultant incremental concentration of the pollutant can be
predicted.

Model Options Used For Computations
The options used for short-term computations are:
•
The plume rise is estimated by Briggs formulae, but the final rise is always limited to that
of the mixing layer;
•
Stack tip down-wash is not considered;
•
Buoyancy Induced Dispersion is used to describe the increase in plume dispersion during
the ascension phase;
• Calms processing routine is used by default;
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It is assumed that the pollutants do not undergo any physio-chemical transformation and
that there is no pollutant removal by dry deposition;

•
Washout by rain is not considered;
•
Flat terrain is assumed / used for computations;
•
Cartesian co-ordinate system has been used for computations; and
•
The model computations have been done for 10 km with 100 m grid interval.
Gaussian Plume Model
Ground Level Concentration () (GLC) from a point source at any receptor is given by -

=
Qg1g2
-
(USEPA ISCST3, 1987)
(2 y zu)
where,
g1 = exp(-y2/2y2)
g2 = exp[-(z-H)2/2z2] + exp[-(z+H)2/2z2]
Q = source strength
Z = receptor height above the ground
He = effective stack height (Plume rise + Physical stack height)
u = wind speed at stack level
y & z = dispersion parameters
Figure 4.1 – Gaussian Plume Model

Dispersion Parameters
Dispersion parameters y and z for open country conditions (Briggs, 1974) are used, as the
project is located on in a rural area. Atmospheric dispersion coefficients vary with
downwind distance (x) from emission sources for different atmospheric stability
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conditions. (CPCB – PROBES/70/1997-98).
Table 4.1 - Dispersion parameters as per stability class
y
z
Stability Class
A
B
C
D
E
F

0.22x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.16x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.11x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.08x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.06x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.04x(1+0.0001x)-.5
0.20x
0.12x
0.08x(1+0.0002x).5
0.06(1+0.0015x).5
0.03x(1+0.0003x)-1
0.16x(1+0.0003x)-1
Plume Rise
Plume rise h has been determined according to Brigg’s formula (CPCB guideline)
h = 21.425 F3 4
Us
3
h = 38.71 F 5
Us
for F<55
for F>55
F = g VsD2(Ts-Ta)/4Ts
Where
Us = wind speed at stack level (m/s)
Vs = stack gas velocity (m/s)
Ts = stack gas temperature (0K)
Ta = ambient temperature (0K)
F = Buoyancy flux parameter (m4/s3)
h = Plume rise (m)
D = Diameter of the stack (m)
g = acceleration due to gravity, 9.807 (m/s2)
4.3.1.2 CALINE 4 model
The California Line Source Dispersion Model, CALINE4 (1989), uses traffic emissions, site geometry
and meteorology to predict air pollutant concentrations within 500 meters of the roadways.
Predictions can be made for carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and suspended particles. Options
for modeling near intersections, parking lots, elevated or depressed freeways, and within canyons
are given. CALINE4 is last in series of line source air quality model developed by California
Department of Transportation (CALTRANS). It is based on Gaussian diffusion equation and employs
mixing zone concept to characterize pollutant dispersion over the roadway. CALINE4 divides an
individual link into series of elements from which incremental concentrations are computed and
summed. Each element is modeled as an "equivalent" finite line source (FLS) positioned normal to
the wind direction and centered at the element midpoint. Element size increases with distance from
the receptor to improve computational efficiency. Incremental downwind concentrations are
computed using the crosswind Gaussian formulation for a line source of finite length:
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.
Where q is the lineal source strength, u is the wind speed,
and , is the horizontal and vertical
Gaussian dispersion parameters, and y1 and y2 are the FLS endpoint y-coordinates. CALINE 4 treats
the region directly over the highway as a zone of uniform emissions and turbulence This “mixing
zone” is defined as the region over the traveled way plus 3m (approximately two vehicle widths) on
either side. The additional width accounts for the initial horizontal dispersion imparted to
pollutants by the vehicle wake. Within the mixing zone, the mechanical turbulence created by
moving vehicles and the thermal turbulence created by hot vehicle exhaust are treated as
significant dispersive mechanisms. Both ISCST3 and CALINE 4 models are based on Gaussian
equations. The comparative analysis of both models is given in Table 4.2.
Table 4.2 - Comparative analysis between ISCST3 and CALINE 4 model
Features
Type of sources
ISCST 3
Point, area, line and volume
sources
Uses Briggs equations with
stack-top wind speed and
vertical temperature gradient
Surface level of met data
CALINE -4
Line Source
Only wind speed is Profiled
Gaussian treatment in
horizontal and Vertical
direction
Urban option either on or off; no
other specification available; all
sources must be modeled either
rural or urban
Choice of rural or Urban
No met data profiling
Gaussian distribution
Boundary Layer
Wind speed, mixing height, and
stability class
Stability class, wind speed,
mixing height temperature.
Mixed Layer Height
Holzworth scheme; uses
interpolation based upon
maximum afternoon mixing
height
Combination of Huber-Snyder
and Scire- Schulman algorithms;
many discontinuities
Based on mixing height and
stability class
Plume rise
Met data input
Profiling Met Data
Plume Dispersion
Urban Treatment
Surface Characteristic
Building downwash
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Four options :
Rural, Sub urban, Central
business district
Rural, Sub urban, central
Business District and others
Based on settling and
deposition velocity of
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4.3.2 Model Setup
4.3.2.1 Emission of PM10 due to Mining
The major source of PM10 emission in case of bajri mining project is the loading activity at mine
site and movement of vehicles on unpaved haul roads. The emission rates for these sources are
given in latest USEPA’s AP-42 guidelines.
4.3.2.1.1 Loading of Material
The bajri will be loaded on dumpers / tractors using excavators. Total 8 nos. of excavators will be
used for loading 3500 tonne of bajri during the working shift of 8 hours / day. The PM10 emission
rate due to loading activity is calculated using below equation.
--- AP42 (Nov 2006)
Where,
E = Emission Factor, kg/ton
k = Particle size multiplier, 0.35 for PM10
M = Moisture Content, %
u = Mean wind speed, m/s
4.3.2.1.2 Emission of PM10 due to Transportation
The hauling of bajri from the mine lease area to the end users via haul road (unpaved road) will
cause emission of particulate matters. This emission will be limited to the extent of unpaved haul
road starting from mining pit to nearest paved road connectivity. As per the mining plan the
material will be transported during the working shift only. Each hour maximum 32 dumpers having
20 tonne capacity each will be used for transporting bajri. The following empirical expressions is
used to estimate the quantity in pounds (lb) of size-specific particulate emissions from an unpaved
road in industrial sites, per vehicle mile traveled (VMT)
--- AP42 (Nov 2006)
Where
k, a, b are empirical constants i.e. different for different particle size.
E = size-specific emission factor (lb/VMT)
s = surface material silt content (%)
W = mean vehicle weight (tons)
C = emission factor for 1980's vehicle fleet exhaust, brake wear and tire wear, 0.0047 lb/VMT for
PM10. The source characteristics s and W are referred to as correction parameters for adjusting the
emission estimates to local conditions. The effective emission rate after considering reduction in
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emission potential of haul roads due to water sprinkling was calculated for use in CALINE4 model.
4.3.2.1.3 Emission of CO from Vehicles
The bajri will be transported outside the mining area for end use. Each hour maximum 56 trucks
will be used for transportation. In order to estimate the emission of CO from these vehicles exhaust
ARAI-2007 emission factors were used in CALINE4 model. The ARAI emission factors for CO
emitting from heavy vehicles (diesel) is 3.92 gm/km or 6.32 g/mile
4.3.3 Summary of calculated Emission Rates
Table 4.3 - Emissions Rates
S. No.
1.
2.
3.
Activities
Loading
Transportation on Haul Road
(PM10 Emission)
Transportation (CO Emission)
Units
g/s
Emission Rates
0.041364
g/mile/vehicle
80.28034
g/mile/vehicle
6.32
4.3.4 Meteorological Data
The meteorology of the project area plays very important role in dispersion of pollutants and
buildup of pollution within the atmosphere. In the present study, one season (October 2013 –
December 2013) meteorological data has been taken to find the dispersion of pollutant
concentration. The mixing height for study period, which is an important parameter to express the
dispersive potential of atmosphere, has been taken from the atlas of hourly mixing height and
assimilative capacity of atmosphere in India (S.D. Attri et al., 2008). Windrose diagram of one
season meteorological data used for modeling is shown given below in Figure 4.2.
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Figure 4.2 - Windrose Diagram
4.3.5 Modeling Methodology
ISCST3 Model
The ISCST3 model was used to predict the GLC of PM10 due to loading activity at mine site. Total 14
nos. of excavators will be used to load 3500 tonne of bajri on trucks for further transportation to
end users. Due to vast area of the proposed mining lease, point sources resembling loading area in
mine site and having equivalent emission rates were setup near each AAQM station to predict the
maximum incremental concentration of PM10 at each location (as shown in Figure 4.3). The
predicted incremental concentration PM10 was added to baseline concentration to obtain the
cumulative concentration level at AAQM station.
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Figure 4.3 – ISCST3 Model Setup
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CALINE4 Model
CALINE4 model was used to predict the worst case GLC of PM10 due to truck movement on haul
road between the mine site and nearest paved road. In the present project dumpers (20 tonne
capacity) have been proposed to transport the mined bajri from mining area. The maximum
number of trucks proposed is 32 per hour. The model was set-up with haul road links along the
mining lease and receptors at all the AAQM locations to predict the pollutant concentration. Since
CALINE4 has options to predict only 1-hour and 8-hour pollutant concentration, the model was
used to predict 1-hour worst case GLC of pollutant which was later converted into 24-hour GLC
using Turner Equation1. The 24-hour incremental concentrations (predicted) of pollutants due to
transportation were added to baseline concentrations to obtain the cumulative concentration
levels.
4.3.6 Results
As expected, the maximum incremental concentration of PM10 wiz. 71.15 ug/m 3 was predicted in
core mining zone (near loading locations). These loading locations are generally away from
sensitive receptors (baseline monitoring locations). As the distance from source increases, the
incremental concentration of PM10 drops drastically due to settling of PM10 particles under
gravity. A graphical representation of the variation of PM10 concentration w.r.t distance is
presented in Figure 4.4. As evident from the line graph, the maximum impact of loading activity at
mine site is limited to 200m only.
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
Concentration
Figure 4.4 – Incremental Concentration v/s Distance Graph
1
Workbook on Atmospheric Dispersion Estimates, US Public Health Service Publication No 26, 1970;
Second Edition, Lewis Publishers, 1994
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The maximum cumulative GLC of PM10 was found to be 89.82 ug/m 3 at A6 (Ambient Air Quality
Monitoring Station – 6); which is lower than the permissible NAAQ standard for PM10
concentration (100µg/m3). The predicted 24 hours ground level concentrations at baseline air
quality monitoring locations are presented in Table 4.4 below. The graphical representation is
given in Figure 5. The predicted concentration for CO was found to be 0.0µg/m3 owing to very less
traffic to and from the mining area.
Table 4.4 – Predicted GLC of PM10 at Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Location Name
Max
Baseline
Conc.
(µg/m3)
Predicted
GLC (µg/m3)
– ISCST3
Model
Predicted
GLC (µg/m3)
– CALINE4
Model
Cumulative
GLC
(µg/m3)
A1
Lunwa Jagir
68.5
0.48
1.28
70.26
A2
Kharwa
68.6
2.14
2.61
73.35
A3
Juna Rauta
61.3
4.40
4.87
70.57
A4
Bagora Town
74.5
0.16
1.45
76.11
A5
Tilora
67.8
0.12
1.04
68.96
A6
Mine Site
66.7
19.99
3.13
89.82
A7
Dhumbadiya
66.5
0.70
5.51
72.71
A8
Kaleti
62.9
0.57
1.57
65.04
A9
Itada
63.9
0.12
0.75
64.78
A10
Juni Bali
67.8
1.42
2.55
71.77
A11
Dungarwa
63.6
2.90
7.31
73.81
A12
Thobau
63.9
0.13
0.81
64.84
A13
Bhadwi
70.1
0.34
5.16
75.60
A14
Sewari
66.5
0.35
4.52
71.37
A15
Biya ki Galiya
63.9
0.79
2.38
67.07
Location
Code
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Figure 4.5 – Graphical representation of model results
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
A11
A12
A13
A14
Max Baseline Conc. (µg/m3)
Predicted GLC (µg/m3) – ISCST3 Model
Predicted GLC (µg/m3) – CALINE4 Model
Permissible Limit (µg/m3)
A15
The contour map PM10 showing the predicted concentration levels is presented in Figure
4.6 and 4.7.
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Figure 4.6 – Spatial distribution of predicted GLCs of PM10 due to Mining
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Figure 4.7 – Spatial distribution of PM10 GLC due to transportation
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4.3.7 Conclusion

From the results of ISCST3 and CALINE4 models, it is concluded that the maximum
cumulative concentrations of PM10 both due to mining activities and transportation are
expected to be within the prescribed standards for PM10 (89.82 ug/m3 at A6).

The major contribution to the cumulative concentration level is coming from transportation
on haul road comparison to mining activities which are confined to mine lease; however, in
specific case of A6 (mine site) the incremental concentration due to mining activities is
more. (Figure 4.5)

The maximum impact of incremental concentration due to loading activity at mine site is
confined to limited distance (200m) only. Beyond 200m distance the concentration of PM10
due to mining activities is expected to be lower due to settlement of PM10 particles over
short distances. The same confirmed by the low predicted concentration levels of PM10 at
ambient air quality stations (Figure 4.4 and Table4.4).

The incremental concentration due to transportation is extended over vast area due to long
haul of bajri over unpaved roads. However, these concentration levels will be limited to the
length of unpaved haul road from the mining lease area until nearest paved roads.

The concentration of CO due to vehicle exhaust is negligible due to small number of vehicles
plying on haul road.

The concentrations of SOx and NOx generated from mining area are expected to be low due
to absence of any major source.

The predicted concentrations are due to proposed bajri mine only and higher pollutant
concentrations may be observed in the study area due to simultaneous operations of other
mines / anthropogenic activities, data for which is not available.

The overall impact on air quality due to proposed mining project is expected to be low
extending to close vicinity of mining lease area and in proximity of unpaved haul roads only.
4.3.8 Mitigation Measures
The proposed mining operations are not anticipated to raise the concentration of the
pollutants beyond prescribed limits. However, the following measures should be adopted to
mitigate any harmful impacts of pollutants 
Plantation of trees along haul roads to help to reduce the impact of dust in the nearby
villages.

Dust mask shall be provided to the workers engaged at dust generation points like
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excavations and loading points.

Increased frequency of water spray on haul roads to avoid dust generation during
transportation.

Transportation of material shall be carried out during day time only

The speed of trucks plying on the haul road should limited to avoid generation of dust

Haul road shall be covered with gravels

Covering of material when transport through trucks to prevent spillage of sand from the
trucks. Overloading shall be prevented. The trucks shall be covered by tarpaulin.
4.5 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON WATER ENVIRONMENT
4.5.1 Water Requirement
The total water requirement for the proposed activity will be 25.2 KLD, which will be sourced
from existing bore wells of nearby villages. Therefore there is no need of clearance from the
competent authority as there will be no ground water withdrawal by the project proponent. The
water will be required for dust suppression, greenbelt development and for domestic purpose.
The breakup of water requirement and the water balance is detailed in chapter 2 (Section 2.7.1)
4.5.2 Waste Water Generation
There will be no waste water generation from the proposed mining activity. There will be only
sanitary waste water generation and will be used for plantation purpose.
4.5.3 Impact on surrounding water bodies: (ToR #25)
4.5.3.1 Impact on Surface water Quality
The study area itself being part of Sukari, and Sagi river course carries surface as well as ground
water (under current). The flow of surface/ground water (sub surface flow) is following the trend
of topography, which is in the SE to SW direction.
The area is part of dry river bed for more than nine months in a year except for the rainy season.
The river will flow during Monsoon/Rainy Season. During the course of water flow there will be
deposition of Bajri.
No waste water will be generated from the proposed mining project. Only waste water generation
will be sanitary waste water, which will be treated in septic tanks and will be reused for
plantation. Hence no waste water is discharged outside the ML area. The river on which mining is
proposed is a seasonal river and flows only during monsoon months. There will be no mining
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activity during rainy season; hence there will be no impact on water quality of surface water
bodies. Hence, there will be no impact on aquatic fauna and planktons of the area. (ToR#44)
Hence there will be no impact on surface water due to mining operations.
4.5.3.2 Impact on Ground water Quality (ToR #26 &28)
The Bajri mining will be up to the depth of 3 m. The ground water table is at the depth of about 20
meters below the ground level. Hence there will not be any intersection of ground water table in
the proposed mining operation. Thus the mine operation will not affect the hydrological
conditions of the area.
Figure 4.7: Impact of Mining on Water Quality
4.6 PREDICTION OF IMPACT ON THE LAND ENVIRONMENT
The project area does not consist of any forest land, agriculture land so there is no change in
landuse pattern of the area. The land which will be diverted for mining in future is comprised of
only barren land. It does not consist of any human habitations. The land of the project site is about
100% barren lands and it is considered unproductive by the community
4.6.1 Anticipated Impacts of the Proposed Mining Project
 If the mining is not carried out in a systematic manner by leaving sufficient safety barriers from
bank then it may disturb the river flow/course.
 Stacking of unwanted material including mineral or spillage (if any) on the bank side of the
river will hinder the flow of water in monsoon season, raise water level upstream, which may
lead to bank cutting or flouting.
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 Deviation from planned mining procedures can lead to river channel shifting as well as
degradation of surrounding land, causing loss of properties and degradation of landscape.
 Mining within a river bed may have some impact on the streams physical characteristics, such
as channel geometry, bed elevation in stream roughness of the bed, flow velocity, discharge
capacity, sediment transportation capacity etc.
 Alteration or modification of the above attributes may cause noticeable hazardous impact on
ecological equilibrium of riverine regime.
4.6.2 Proposed Mitigation Measures
No adverse impact is anticipated on land use of buffer zone due to the present mining operations,
as all the related activities are confined to the core zone.
 Mineral will be mined out in central position of stream and sufficient safety barrier say 7.5 m
of width will be left towards bank side. So that the river flow/course will not get disturbed.
 Mining of minerals will be started from dip side towards rise at the centre and also laterally in
3 meter slice so that the river course will not get affected. Unwanted material or spillage (if
any) will not be stacked by the side of the excavation voids created. This is to be done so,
because it will otherwise hinder the flow of water in monsoon season.
 Mining is to done leaving safety barrier on both sides and maximum barrier should be on
concave side of river preferably the flow channel (excavation void created) should be kept
straight so as to help avoid erosion as side cutting.
4.7 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON SOIL ENVIRONMENT
No major impact on soil of the study area is envisaged due to mining activities as there are no
waste water, heavy metal, stack emissions and fugitive emission shall remain confined locally
within working area and emission at haul roads will be controlled by water sprinkling and
plantation.
4.7.1 Proposed Mitigation Measures
 There is no waste water & toxic water will be generated.
 Vegetation will be done on uncovered soil.
4.8 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON TOPOGRAPHY & DRAINAGE PATTERN

The drainage pattern of the surface area will not be changed by the proposed mining
activity.

There will be minor change in the topography due to mining.
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4.8.1 Proposed Mitigation Topography & Drainage Pattern

Change in the topography is negligible.

Drainage pattern will be followed.
4.9 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON HUMAN BEINGS & CROPS
Sprinkling of water on haulage roads, regular compaction and gradation of haulage roads, good
housekeeping practices, greenbelt development will help in mitigating the fugitive dust emissions
due to mining operations. Net resultant ground level concentrations of PM10 due to the operation of
this mine are well within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
There will be no wastewater generation from the mining operations. Sanitary wastewater will be
treated in septic tank and will be reused in plantation. There is no solid waste generation from the
proposed mining project. All these measures will be implemented and operated to comply with the
MOEF/CPCB/APPCB norms. Hence there will not be any adverse impact on human beings, crops
due to operation this mine.
4.10 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Prediction of impacts is based both on the direct and indirect, short term and long term and
irreversible impacts that are most likely to occur owing to proposed mining activity during its
establishment and operation. The ecological factors that are considered most significant as far as
the impact on flora and fauna are as follows:
 Reduction in species diversity.
 Habitat loss or fragmentation.
 Additional risk or threat to the rare or endangered or endemic or threatened (REET)
species.
 Impairment of ecological functions as disruption of food chains, decline in species
population, alterations in predator-prey relationships.
The ML area does not involve any forest land. There will be no cutting of trees during the
operational phase of the Mine. There are no REET species in the Core area as reported during the
biological study conducted during the baseline study. No Schedule I &II species are reported from
the core and buffer zone of the ML area. There are no Biosphere Reserves or National Parks or
other Ecologically sensitive area in the core and buffer zone. The fauna in the vicinity of the mine
is restricted to few common species. There will be no impact on fauna due to this mining project.
There will be no reduction in species diversity, no fragmentation of habitat and no disruption of
ecological functions and ecosystem services.
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The proposed mining will not pose any additional risk or threat to the rare or endangered or
endemic or threatened species.
4.11 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
4.11.1 Human Settlement
The villages and their inhabitants in the buffer zone will not be disturbed from their settlements
due to the mining operations. There is no inhabitation within the lease area. Therefore neither
villages nor any part of village or any hamlet will be disturbed during the entire life of the mine. As
the mining operations will not disturb or relocate any village or settlement, no adverse impact is
anticipated on any human settlement. The local areas will be benefitted by way of generation of
employment opportunities, increased demand for local products and services. There will be an
overall improvement in income level of local public.
4.11.2 Employment
The project creates employment to about 90-100 persons. Priority will be given to locals for semi
skilled and unskilled jobs. With the development of this project, the per capita income of local
people will be improved.
The local people have been provided with either direct employments or indirect employment such
as business, contract works and development work like roads, etc. and other welfare amenities
such as medical facilities, conveyance, free education, drinking water supply etc. The job/ business
opportunities will improve the economic conditions of the persons. They will be in a position to
utilize this money for purchase of tractors, trucks, jeeps, etc. which may be put into use for business
purposes.
4.11.3 Agriculture
The buffer zone will remain undisturbed and no adverse impact is envisaged.
4.12 PREDICTION OF IMPACTS DUE TO SOLID WASTE/ OVERDUMPS (ToR #9)
There is no solid waste generation.
Mining will be restricted to river bed only, where there is no top soil, hence stacking &
utilization of top soil is not envisaged.
There will be no overburden dumps inside or outside the mine lease area.
4.13 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (ToR#34)
4.13.1 Anticipated Impacts of proposed Bajri Mining Project
 The collection of minor mineral from the river bed does not cause any major occupational ill
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effects.
 Except dust generation, there is no source which can show a probability for health related
diseases. Dust masks will be provided to the workers.
4.13.2 Proposed Mitigation Measures
The health of the workers can be protected by adopting the following measures:
•
Pre- placement health checkup will be made mandatory and periodic heath checkup will be
done quarterly. Pre-placement will include following tests:
 Plan of evaluation of health of workers.
 Chest X-rays
 Audiometry
 ECG
 Haemogram
 Urine Routine
 Complete Physical Examination
•
Medical records of each employee will be maintained separately and will be updated as
required.
•
All OHS equipment’s will be outsourced
•
Enforcement of usage of Personal Protective Devices.
•
Regular Work Environment Monitoring.
•
Air emission control systems such as water sprinklers, greenbelt development.
A capital Budget of Rs 2.5 lakh and recurring budget of 1 lakh for OH&S is proposed in EMP.
4.14 Mine Closure Plan
4.14.1 General
Mine closure plan is one of the most important requirements in the environment management of
mining projects. It also facilitates a periodically monitoring mechanism. The mine closure plan
covers technical, environmental, social, legal and financial aspects dealing with progressive and
post closure activities. The closure operation is a continuous series of activities right from the
commencement to decommissioning of the project. Therefore, progressive mine closure plan is
specifically included in the mining plan, which is to be reviewed every five years in the scheme of
mining. As progressive mine closure is a continuous series of activities, it is obvious that the
proposals of scientific mining have included most of the activities to be included in the closure
plan. The primary aim is to ensure that the following broad objectives along with the
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abandonment of the mine can be successfully achieved:
• Creation of a productive and sustainable after-use for the site, acceptable to mine owners,
regulatory agencies, and most importantly to the community.
• Protection of public health and safety of the surrounding habitation
• Minimization of environmental damage
• Conservation of valuable attributes and aesthetics
• Counter balancing the adverse socio-economic impacts.
4.14.2 Salient Features of Mining Closure
The existing land use pattern is river bed. The breakup of the land is as given below in table no.4.4
Table 4.4: Breakup of the land (ToR #8)
S. No.
Particulars
1
2
3
Pit area
Dump area
Safety Zone
a. Bridge
4
5
6
Total
Area
Preoperational
(ha)
---
Operational
3rd Year (ha)
83.3
--
Post
Operational
5th Year (ha)
138.89
--
--
--
--
b. Permanent Roads
--
--
--
c. Railway
--
--
--
Infrastructure
Plantation
Un Worked Area
--2597.06
0.12
77.9
2436.04
-129.9
2328.27
2597.06
2597.06
2597.06
Source: Approved Mining Plan & Progressive Mine Closure Plan
Agriculture will be done outside of the lease area, where soil is available for cultivation. Bazra,
Wheat etc. are common varieties of the crops, which are grown on the e agriculture land. As land is
not fertile, yield is very poor.
4.14.3 Reason for Closure
This area is fresh mine and so reasons for closure of mine is not applicable at present.
4.14.4 Statutory Obligations
This area is fresh mining lease area, The PMCP Prepared in Compliance of Rules 37E (VI) so
statutory obligation for closure of mine is not applicable at present.
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4.14.5 Progressive Mine Closure Plan Preparations
Progressive mine closure plan enclosed in Approved Mine Plan as Plate No. 6.
4.14.6 Mined Out Land
This area is fresh applied area so mining activities will take place subsequently that is after the
grant of mining lease then only this can be taken out. By proposed Mine planning, the limits of pits
average 3 m depth at the end of 5th Year as shown in year wise development of the area. (Plate 4
of Approved Mining Plan)
4.14.7 Water Quality Management
Mining operation is carried out when the river bed is dry; hence impact of Mining on surface
water will not take place. Ground water table is not going to be touched; hence there will be no
impact on ground water. More details will be given in Chapter 13 of mining plan.
4.14.8 Air Quality Management
Mining operation is of small scale so air pollution due to dust will be negligible.
4.14.9 Waste Management (ToR#9)
No waste generated during the mining operation.
4.14.10 Top Soil Management
The area having very thin soil cover therefore, there will be Negligible of top soil will be removed
during this 5 year Mining
4.14.11 Infrastructure
Postal, S.T.D. and Telephone facility are available at Bagora (20 KM) Road from transportation is
available up to site. Educational facility is available up to senior school at Bagora.
4.14.12 Disposal of Mining Machinery
Mining is proposed for manual mining. There is no mining machinery used so disposal is not
needed.
4.14.13 Safety & Security (ToR #6)
1. Safety measures to be implemented to prevent access to surface opening excavations will be
taken as per Mines Act 1952, M.M.R. 1961, Mines Rule 1955 and MCDR 1988. Sides of the
excavation shall be adequately benched and sloped as per regulation 106 of MMR 1961, to
prevent fall of sides.
2. Excavation will be not more than 3m depth.
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3. Width of bench will be kept higher than the height of bench for ease of operations and provide
sufficient room for the movement of equipments.
4. Protective equipment like dust masks, ear plugs / muffs and other equipments shall be
provided for use by the work persons.
5. The workers will be trained in vocational training whenever available in nearby area. They
will get proper training in their particular work area.
4.14.14 Disaster Management and Risk Assessment
At the end of any accident during mining activity proposal of first aid facility at mines site and one
vehicle at mines side. Telephone is proposed for communication facility. The nearest hospital is at
Bagora which is 1-20 km from site.
4.14.15 Care and Maintenance during Temporary Discontinuance
This area is fresh mining lease area and all the precaution laid down in the statute during
temporary discontinuance will be followed.
Economic Repercussions of closure of mine and manpower retrenchments
 During five years mining in lease area generate employment potential and general financial
status and socio economic conditions of approx 90-100 Laborers will be improved.
 During Five years compensation will be given as per rules.
 Satellite occupations are not connected to the Mining operation.
 Continued engagement of employees for certain mandatory activities.
4.14.16 Time Scheduling For Abandonment
This scheduling for abandonment operations are not proposed in closure plan. If the mine is
closed due to unforeseen reason then tentatively it will 12 months for closure.
Production target of mineral Bajri are at the average rate 10,50,000 tonnes per year.
4.14.17 Abandonment Cost
Abandonment is not proposed during five years of Mining operation. But implementation of
afforestation is proposed as continuous process. Cost of these is around 20, 00,000 to
22, 00,000 Rs per year.
4.14.18 Financial Assurance
The Financial assurance of Rs. 30.00 Lac in the form of Bank guarantee as stated in rule 37 (J) of
Rajasthan Minor Mineral concession Rule, 1986 is given by applicant to the State Government.
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CHAPTER: 5
ENVIRONMENTAL MONIROTING PROGRAM
5.0 Introduction
Environmental Monitoring will be taken up for various environmental components as per
conditions stipulated in Environmental Clearance Letter issued by MoEF & Consent to Operate
issued by the State Pollution Control Board. Compliance of same will be submitted to respective
authorities on regular basis.
5.1 Environmental Management Cell (TOR#5)
In order to maintain the environmental quality within the stipulated standards, regular monitoring
of various environmental components is necessary which will complied as per conditions. For this
the lessee Shri Anil Joshi has taken decision to formulate an Environment Policy of the mine and
constitute an Environmental Management Cell. Shri Anil Joshi is committed to operate the proposed
mine with the objectives mentioned in approved Environment Policy. (Copy of approved
Environmental Policy attached as annexure IV).
Hierarchy to implement Environment Policy
An EHS Manager will be appointed to look after all environmental issues and ensure compliance
with Environmental Clearance conditions/SPCB norms. An Assistant Manager and Executive
Environment Engineer will be appointed under the EHS Manager. EHS Manager will report to the
Lessee directly and discuss the non-compliance if so any. An immediate solution will be arrived to
ensure compliance with norms.
MANAGER (EHS)
ASST. MANAGER
(ENVIRONMENT)
ENVIRONMENT
EXECUTIVE (2)
HORTICULTURIST (4)
SUPERVISOR (4)
Figure 5.1: Hierarchy of Environment System for Dealing Environmental Issues
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5.1.1 Responsibilities for Environmental Management Cell (EMC)
The responsibilities of the EMC include the following:

Environmental Monitoring of the surrounding area
 Developing the green belt/Plantation

Ensuring minimal use of water

Proper implementation of pollution control measures

Access the risk area
5.2 Monitoring Schedule
Regular Monitoring of all the environmental parameters viz, air, water, noise and soil as per the
formulated program based on CPCB and MoEF guidelines will be carried out every year in order
to detect any changes from the baseline status.
Post project monitoring will be carried out as per conditions stipulated in environmental clearance
letter issued by MoEF, consent issued by SPCB as well as according to CPCB guidelines. The lease area
is considered as core zone and the area lying within 10 km radius from the lease boundary is
considered as buffer zone where some impacts may be observed on physical and biological
environment. In the buffer zone slight impact may be observed and that too is occasional.
Table 5.1: Post Project Monitoring
S. NO.
DESCRIPTION
FREQUENCY OF MONITORING
1.
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Quarterly/ Half Yearly
2.
Water level & Quality Monitoring
Quarterly/ Half Yearly
3.
Noise Level Monitoring
Quarterly/ Half Yearly
4.
Soil Quality Monitoring
Yearly
5.
Medical Check-up
Half Yearly/Yearly
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Table 5.2: Details of Post Project Monitoring
Attributes
A. Air Environment
Meteorology
Wind speed
Wind direction
Dry bulb temperature
Wet bulb temperature
Relative humidity
Rainfall
Pollutants
PM10
Sampling
Network
Measurement Method
Minimum
1 site
in the project impact area
Regularly in one season
by Weather Monitoring
Station
EPA Modified West &
Geake method
15 locations in the project
impact area (Minimum 2
locations in upwind side,
more sites in downwind side
/ impact zone)
Revised
National
Ambient Air Quality
Standards (NAAQS) vide
MoEF circular, dated
16.11.2009
B. Water Environment
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automatic weather
station
Gravimetric method
SO2
NO2
Test Procedure
Frequency
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Arsenite modified
Jacob & Hochheiser
Absorption in Potassium
Tetra
Chloromercurate
followed by Colorimetric
estimation using P-Rosaniline
hydrochloride
and
Formaldehyde (IS: 5182 Part II).
Absorption in dill NaOH and
then
estimated
colorimetrically
with
sulphanilamide and N (INepthyle) Ethylene diamine
Dihydrochloride
and
Hydrogen Peroxide (CPCB
Method).
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pH, Turbidity, Colour, Odour,
Taste,
TDS, Total Hardness, Calcium
hardness, Magnesium hardness,
Chloride, Fluoride, Sulphate,
Nitrates, Alkalinity,
Iron,
Copper,
Manganese,
Mercury, Cadmium, Selenium,
Arsenic, Cyanide, Lead, Zinc,
Chromium, Aluminum, Boron,
Phenolic compounds
C. Noise
Noise levels at Day & night
time -Leq dB (A)
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




D. Soil
pH, Bulk Density, Soil texture,
Nitrogen,
Available
Phosphorus,
Potassium,
Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium,
Electrical
Conductivity,
Organic Matter, Chloride
E. Socioeconomic
Status
Demographic structure
Infrastructure resource base
Economic resource base
Health status: Morbidity
pattern
Cultural and aesthetic
attributes
Education
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As per IS 10500-
Samples for water quality
should be collected and
analyzed as per :
IS : 2488 (Part 1-5) methods
for sampling and testing of
Industrial effluents
Standard
methods
for
examination of water and
wastewater
analysis
published by American Public
Health Association.
Mine Boundary,
High noise
generating areas
within the lease
Quarterly / Half
yearly
As per CPCB norms
As per CPCB norms
10 locations in the
project impact area
Yearly/half yearly
As per USDA Method
As per USDA Method
Network
Frequency
Measurement Method
Socio-economic
survey is based on
proportionate,
stratified and
random sampling
method
Minimum for two
phases of the project
Primary data collection through
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Test Procedure
Secondary data from census
records,
statistical
hard
books, topo sheets, health
records and relevant official
records available with Govt.
agencies
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5.2.1 Locations of Monitoring Stations
The location of the monitoring stations was selected on the basis of prevailing micro
meteorological conditions of the area like; wind direction & wind speed, relative humidity,
temperature, 15 AAQM stations was selected (including minimum 2 locations in upwind side,
more sites in downwind side / impact zone) to assess ambient air quality of the area. Noise level
monitoring will be carried out on lease boundary & in high noise generating area within the lease.
Water & soil monitoring locations will be decided on the basis of general slope of the area &
drainage pattern. Locations for the post project monitoring shall be as underTable5.1: Locations for the post project monitoring
S. No.
1.
Description
Ambient Air Quality
3.
Noise Level Monitoring
4.
Water Level & Quality
Location
Lease area, Villages in downwind direction from
the Lease Boundary
Lease Boundary, High noise generating areas
within the lease boundary
Nearby Surface & Ground water sources
Reporting Schedule during Operation of Mine
After completion of analysis, copies of all the analysis reports will be sent to MoEF Regional Office
and SPCB. Copies of the reports will be maintained in the office and will be made available to the
concerned inspecting authorities.
Table5.4: Compliance for Environmental Clearance
S.No
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Applicable Law/Act/Rules
Environmental Protection Act 1986
Air ( Prevention & Control) Act 1981
Water( Prevention & Control) Act 1974
Water Cess Act 1977
Noise Pollution (Regulation & Control)
Rules 2000
CPCB emission standards for DG sets
7.
Effluent discharge standards by CPCB
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EC to be procured
NOC/CTO to be procured
NOC/CTO to be procured
Yearly Cess to be paid
Noise monitoring to be carried out as
per CPCB norms & standard to be met.
Stack height as per CPCB rules to be
provided & acoustic enclosure is
compulsory, if the DG sets is used at
site.
Treated effluent sewage shall meet
discharge standard
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DG set waste oil is only hazardous
waste authentic shall be procured, if DG
sets is used at site or for Temporary
shelter
5.3 Detailed Budget (TOR#40)

Capital cost of the project is Rs. 261 Lakh.

Cost for Environmental Protection Measures are as: 27 Lakh


Capital Cost - Rs 20 Lakh

Recurring Cost - Rs 7 Lakh
Cost for Socio Economic Measures is Rs 10 Lakh (As per demand)
The lessee has already allocated 3.0 lacs as capital cost and 1.5 lacs as recurring cost for Monitoring
measures. The break up is given below:
Table 5.5 BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR MONITORING
Item
Cost to be incurred (Rs. In Lakhs/annum)
Air Quality
0.5
Water Quality
0.5
Soil Quality
0.3
Noise Level
0.2
TOTAL
1.5
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ADDITIONAL STUDIES
CHAPTER 6 IS ENCLOSED AS PUBLIC
HEARING DETAILS SEPARATELY
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CHAPTER: 6
ADDITIONAL STUDIES
CHAPTER 6-RISK ASSESMENT IS
ENCLOSED SEPARATELY
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CHAPTER-7
PROJECT BENEFITS
7.0 Introduction
Bajri mine at Tehsil Bagora is very much conscious of their obligations to society at large. The
management will help in overall development of the area. The project has lot of positive factors for
development & growth of local peoples.
7.1 Improvement in Social Infrastructure (ToR#36)
Local people mainly depend upon agricultural activity, where the income is irregular and low. Jobs in
the mines will increase thereby per capita income and improve the lifestyle of the people. Proper
arrangements will be made for safe and healthy conditions such as dust suppression during loading,
unloading & transporting etc.
Infrastructure facilities and earning avenues will improve due to mining activities. General economic
within the buffer zone will improve, which in turn improves quality of life; level of education and
training, direct and indirect employment opportunities will go up. Awareness of safety, health and
environment.
A detailed programme for socio economic development of the area has been framed. The salient
features of the programme are as follows-
i)
Social welfare programme like provision of medical facilities educational facilities, water supply
for the employees as well as for nearby villagers will be taken.
ii) A well laid plan for employment of the local people has been prepared by giving priority to local
people.
iii) Supplementing Govt. efforts in health monitoring camps, social welfare and various awareness
programs among the rural population.
iv) Assisting social forestry programme.
v)
Adoption of villages for general development.
vi) Supply of water to village nearby villages.
vii) Development of facilities within villages like roads, etc.
Other than this Mr. Anil Joshi S/o Suresh Chandra Gupta proposes to incur approx. Rs.10 lacs per
annum towards Corporate Social Responsibility. The major activities shall be:
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Table 7.1: Proposed Budget for Activities under Corporate Social Responsibility
Medical Camps
3 Lacs
Drinking water supply/Harvesting programme
2 Lacs
Education Aid
3 Lacs
Miscellaneous
2 Lacs
TOTAL
10.0 Lacs
7.3 Green Belt Development
7.3.1 Plantation
The following species are being suggested for plantationAlbizia labbeck , Techtona grandis ,Ziziphus mauritiana, Azadirachta indica, Terminalia arjuna, Punica
malus, Acacia nilotica, Ficus religiosa, Albizia lebbeck, Cassia fistula, Azardirachta indica,
Nerium
indicum, Cynodon dactylan, Erianthus munja
7.3.2 Post Plantation Care
The survival rate is expected 90 % therefore the sapling/plants which dies will be replaced in
addition to the plants proposed above.
Post plantation care is essential for growth of vegetation. Green belt development / Plantation will be
taken up in the vicinity of river banks, along the approach roads, around Govt. building, schools.
7.4 Employment potential
The mining activity in the lease area will involve contractual labor. About 90-100 persons will be
engaged in extraction of Bajri, loading of material into tractor trolleys and tipper trucks. The details
are mentioned in Chapter 2, Section 2.7.2.
7.5 Conclusion
The management will recruit the semi-skilled & unskilled workers from the nearby villages. The
project activity and the management will definitely support the local Panchayat and provide other
form of assistance for the development of public amenities in this region. The company management
will contribute to the local schools, dispensaries for the welfare of the villagers.
Green belt development/plantation will be taken up in the mine premises, along the approach roads,
around Govt. buildings, schools.
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CHAPTER-8
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
8.1 Introduction (TOR#37)
The mine development in the ML area needs to be intertwined with judicious utilization of natural
resources within the limits of permissible assimilative capacity. The assimilative capacity of the study
area is the maximum amount of pollution load that can be discharged in the environment without
affecting the designated use and is governed by dilution, dispersion and removal due to natural
physicochemical and biological processes.
The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in the
study area. This chapter covers the genesis of pollution, the principal sources of pollution, the nature
of pollution, the proposed measures required for meeting the prevailing statutory requirements of
dust & gaseous emissions, wastewater discharge characteristics, noise levels etc for environmental
management purpose in connection with the mining and mining related activities in the study area.
For attaining the desired objective of good environmental quality in the study area, several
management strategies in different phases will be proposed and evaluated.

Planned improvements including additional control measures

Fugitive dust reduction on roads and internal roads during transport of bajri
Figure 8.1: Flow Chart of EMP
This section discusses the management plan for mitigation/abatement impacts and beneficial
impacts due to mining. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) has been designed within the
framework of various Indian legislative and regulatory requirements on environmental and socio-
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economic aspects. Environmental Management plan giving the environmental protection measures at
mine to meet the stipulated norms of IBM/MOEF are detailed below.
8.2 Land Environment
Deviation from planned mining procedure can lead to soil erosion/cutting and thereby degradation of
land, causing loss of properties and degradation surrounding of landscape. Thus for environmental
friendly major mining the following control/abatement measures will be followed:
 Mineral will be mined out from river bed and sufficient safety barrier should be taken during
mining.
 Land use plan of mine lease area should be prepared to encompass pre-operational,
operational and post operational phases and submitted.
 No tree cutting, chopping, lumbering, uprooting of shrubs and herbs shall be allowed.
 Hence, there will not be any adverse impact on land environment due to the proposed
mining operations.
8.3 Air Environment Management
Mitigative measures suggested for air emission control will be based on the baseline ambient air
quality monitoring data. From the point of view of maintenance of an acceptable ambient air quality
in the region, it is desirable that the air quality needs to be monitored on a regular basis to check it
vis-à-vis the NAAQS prescribed by MoEF and in cases of non-compliance, appropriate mitigative
measures will be adopted.
The Air emission sources from the proposed mining will be loading, unloading operations, vehicular
emissions, dust due to vehicular movement
The fugitive dust generation during mining and transportation requires some mitigation.
8.3.1 Control of Gaseous Pollution
In mining activities, the only source of gaseous emissions is from the engines of transport vehicles.
The emissions from the diesel engines of the machinery can be controlled by proper maintenance and
monitoring of machines.
8.3.2 Control of Dust Pollution
The main pollutant in air is PM10, which is generated due to various mining activities. However to
reduce the impact of dust pollution the following steps have been taken during various mining
activities.
a) During loading operation
i) Latest loading equipment like hydraulic excavators will be used with dumpers. This reduces
the number of buckets to fill from height and thus have comparatively less dust generation.
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The propagation of this dust is confined to loading point only and does not affect any person
both the operators of excavator and dumpers who will sit in closed chamber and will be
equipped with dust mask.
ii) Skilled operators will operate excavators.
iii) Avoid overloading of dumpers and consequent spillage on the roads.
iv) The operators’ cabin in the drills, dumpers will be provided with dust free enclosure and
persons working at high dust prone areas will be provided with dust mask.
b) During Transport operation
i) All the haulage roads including the main ramp be kept wide, leveled, compacted and properly
maintained and watered regularly during the shift operation to prevent generation of dust due to
movement of dumpers, and other vehicles.
ii) Regular Compaction & grading of haul roads to clear accumulation of loose material.
c) Plantation work carried out
In order to reduce air pollution in the surroundings, green belt will be developed around the mines
office, mine approach road. The plantation will be done around the lease boundary.
d) Monitoring of air pollution
Periodic air quality survey will be carried out to monitor the changes consequent upon mining
activities as per the norms of Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board.
8.4 Noise Environment
The ambient noise level monitoring carried out in and around the proposed mine lease area
shows that ambient noise levels are well within the stipulated limits of MoEF.
8.4.1 Noise Abatement and Control
 Proper maintenance of all machines is being carried out, which help in reducing generation of
noise during operations.
 No other equipments accept the Transportation vehicles and Excavator & Loaders (as & when
required) for loading is allowed.
 Noise generated by these equipments is intermittent and does not cause much adverse
impact.
 Periodical monitoring of noise will be done to adopt corrective actions wherever needed.
 Plantation will be taken up along the approach roads. The plantation minimizes propagation
of noise and also arrests dust.
8.5 Water Management
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There will be no wastewater generation from the mining operations. Only wastewater
generation will be sanitary wastewater, which will be treated in septic tank followed by
subsurface dispersion.
8.5.1 Surface & Ground Water Management
 Mining will neither intersect the ground water table of the area. So not at all disturbing water
environment.
 The mining does not have any impact on topography and natural drainage of surrounding
area.
8.5.2 Waste Water Management

No waste water is generated from the mining activity of minor minerals as the project only
involves lifting/excavation of Bajri and transportation directly to the consumers.
8.6 Solid Waste Management

No solid waste is generated from the said mining operations. However, very insignificant
quantity of domestic waste is expected which will be cleared everyday by the workers.
8.7 Biological Environment
8.7.1 Floral and Faunal Environment of the Study Area

The project is only of extraction of minor mineral Bajri.

The mining lease area is in non-forest land where presence of fauna is very rare. No
endangered species of fauna is found in and around lease area. To study the floral and faunal
diversity of the 10 km radius a detailed Biological study has been carried out and suggested
mitigation measures are proposed therein so that there will be no adverse impact on the
biological diversity of the forests falling in the proximity of the site.
8.7.2Plantation/ Green Belt Development (TOR# 29, 33)
8.7.2.1 Introduction
As mentioned earlier that certain losses are inevitable during the mining operations, the important
among them are loss of vegetation, degradation of land and air pollution. Besides other mitigation
measures it would be in fitness of things to plant an appropriate plantation/afforestation
programme
As per Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1986, 5% of the total lease area has to be
covered under plantation. Considering tree density as 400 trees per hectare, so annually
138.89hectare area has to be covered under plantation. Total number of trees to be planted is 400
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trees per hectares. The plantation will be carried out in the Govt. School, Hospital, and Police
Station etc after obtaining the consent of the Concerning Competent authority.
Table 8.1: Schedule of Plantation for the Five Year
S.No.
1
2
3
4
5
Year of
Plantation
I Yr.
II Yr.
III Yr.
IV Yr.
V Yr.
Target of
Plantation
51941
51941
51941
51941
51941
Assumed
survival
10388
10388
10388
10388
10388
Replenishment of
Casualties
10388
10388
10388
10388
Total
41553
51941
51941
51941
51941
8.7.2.2 Greenbelt development:
Green belts can help in reducing the impact of fugitive emissions and pollutants released at ground
levels.
The selection of plant species for greenbelt development should be according to CPCB guideline for
greenbelt development and on the basic of climatic condition, soil fertility status etc of region. The
plant species for greenbelt described below in Table which can be sustained in local climatic
condition.
Plants Species for greenbelt development
Albizia labbeck , Techtona grandis ,Ziziphus mauritiana, Azadirachta indica, Terminalia arjuna, Punica
malus, Acacia nilotica, Ficus religiosa, Albizia lebbeck, Cassia fistula, Azardirachta indica, Nerium
indicum, Cynodon dactylan, Erianthus munja
Table 8.2: Year wise plantation details
Year
I
II
III
IV
V
No. of sapling
1000
1000
1000
1000
1000
Species
Places of plantation
As per table below or Along both sides of the river and
as proposed in EMP
along both sides of kuchcha rasta
8.7.2.3 Budget for conservation of Biodiversity
The total budget for biodiversity conservation will be 12 Lacs spread over 5 years that will be
expenditures in various activities which are described below in
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Table 8.3: Budget for conservation of Biodiversity
S.No.
Item for conservation
Rs in Lakh
1
Plantation activities on project study area in core and
Buffer zone with consultation to forest Department
(Planting of 1000 plants each year for 5 years)
@ 100 Rs per plant including flensing of plants
5.0
2
Maintenance of plants for 5 conjugative years including
Casualty replacement @ 25 Rs per plant per year
2.0
3
4
Training and Awareness programme
(50,000 each year for 5 years)
Wildlife Monitoring
(50,000 each year for 5 years)
2.5
2.5
Total
12.0
8.7.2.4 Post Plantation Care
 Protection from Grazing
Protection from grazing will be done by erecting suitable boundary in the plantation area. As such
in this area lessee will erect stonewall. This will protect plants from grazing.
 Watering during dry spell:
Though these trees will require very less water, however, in the first year from March to July, the
watering will be done daily and September to February thrice a week by water tanker/overhead
tank in the plantation area. Thereafter each year watering will be done alternate day from January
to June and once in five day September to February. After five years no watering will be required.

Manurring

Protection from the pest will be done during the plantation by application of 10 gms of BSC
powder.

Replenishment of Casualties
The loss of each year will be counted and in subsequent plantation casualties will be again
planted at same place. This way in the end of 5 years 437685 healthy trees will remain in the area
giving proper density.
8.8 Socio-Economic Environment (TOR#36)
8.8.1 Management Plan for Socio-Economic Environment
In general, socio-economic environment will have positive impact due to the mining project in
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the area.
The deployed laborers will be from nearby villages only as these people are mainly dependent
upon such mining activities.
In order to further improve the socio-economic conditions of the area, the management will
contribute for development works in consultation with local bodies.
 The lessee has already allocated Rs 10 Lakh (As per demand) for Socio Economic Measures.
Table 8.4: CSR Activities
Medical Camps
Drinking water supply/Harvesting programme
Education Aid
Miscellaneous
TOTAL
3 Lacs
2 Lacs
3 Lacs
2 Lacs
10.0 Lacs
8.9 Cost of Environment Protection
The lessee has already allocated 20 lacs as capital cost and 7 lacs as recurring cost for EMP
measures. The break up is given below:
Table 8.5: Cost of Environment Protection
Plantation
4
Recurring Cost/annum (Rs.
In Lakhs)
1
Water Spraying
7
2
Monitoring
3
1.5
Maintenance & Operation
3.5
1.5
Occupational Health & Safety
2.5
1
TOTAL
20
7
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CHAPTER-9
SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
9.1 Introduction
Mr. Arjun Singh has proposed mining of minor mineral viz. Bajri (ML Area – 4376.84 hect.) at Tehsil
Ahore and District Jalore (Raj) for production of 18, 00, 000 MTPA. This project is categorized under
Category “A” of EIA Notification dated 14th September, 2006 as it is over an area of 4376.84 Hect for
mineral Bajri.
The Letter of Intent (LOI) of mining lease was granted to Shri Arjun Singh S/o Shri Ramendra Singh on
29th July 2013 for 5 years by Department of Mines & Geology, Rajasthan vide letter No.P8 (36)
Mining/ Group-2/2013.
9.2 Location of the Project
The mining lease area is located on river Sagi & Sukari at Tehsil -Bagora, District–Jalore (Rajasthan).
The lease area falls in the Survey of India Toposheet No. 45 C/4, 40 O/16.
STATE
DISTRICT
TEHSIL
TOPOSHEET NO.
AREA
Rajasthan
Jalore
Bagora
45 C/4,
2597.06 Ha.
40 O/16
LATITUDE
25°04'44.82"N
25°11'35.88"N
LONGITUDE
72°51'7.29"E
72°5'47.18"E
Table 9.1 Details of the Project
A
B
C
Lease Area Details
Lease Area
2597.06 Ha
Type of Land
Rajasthan Govt.
Topography
Undulating
Site Elevation Range
66.0 To 97.5 mRL
Cost Details
Cost of the project
Rs.2,61 lacs
Cost for EMP
Rs.27 lacs
Cost of CSR
Rs.10 lacs
Details of Environmental Setting
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Ecological Sensitive Areas No Ecological Sensitive Area (National Park, Wild Life Sanctuary,
(National Park, Wild Life Biosphere Reserve, Reserve/Protected Forest etc.) within 10 km
Sanctuary,
Biosphere of the radius however
Reserve, Reserve/ Protected
 Open Jungle (Near Village Bamal 0.2 Km, W)
Forest etc.) within 10 km
 Open Jungle (Near Village Jodhwas 0.1 Km,E)
radius
 Open Jungle (Near Village Meda, 1.8 km, S)
 Open Jungle (Near Village Dungarwa)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Bhadwi,0.5 Km N)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Phagotra, 2.7 Km)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Sewari, 1 km, S)
 Open Jungle (Near Puniya Nadi, 5Km, NE)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Rah, 2.5 Km, SSE)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Dungawas, 2.6 Km, S)
 Fairy dense Jungle (Near Village Kaleti, 600 m, SE)
 Open Mixed Jungle (Near Village Vijay Dhora)
Archaeological
Important
Place
Nearest Town
Nearest
major city with
200000 population
Nearest Railway Station
Nearest National Highway
Nearest Airport
Seismic Zone
None within 10 km radius of the project
Town Bagora at a distance of 1-20 km (approx.).
District Jalore at a distance of 63 km.(approx.)
Bhinmal Railway Station at a distance of 40 km. (approx.)
SH-28 at distance of 27 km. (approx.) in the direction NW
Deesa Airport in Gujarat at a distance of 92.32 km. (approx.) by
road.
Zone II
9.3 Mining
The method of mining proposed is by open cast Semi Mechanized system of working. The width of
the benches would in no case be less than the height of the bench. Benches of 3m height have been
planned with width more than height of the bench. The mining will be started from edge of the
mineralized area. The Required Barrier along the Mining lease boundary shall be kept 7.5 m.
Table 9.2 Details of Mining
S. No.
1.
Particulars
Method of Mining
Details
Manual as well as semi-mechanized open cast mining
2.
Mineable reserves
9,81,68,868 MT
3.
4.
Proposed production
Elevation Range of the mine site
10,50,000 MTPA
From 66.3 to 97.5 m RL
5.
Bench height
3m
6.
Bench width (Average)
20 m
7.
Bench slope
450
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Total excavated Area at end of life 138.89 Hect.
of mine
Area Backfilled at the end of the Excavated area will get replenished naturally during
mine
the subsequent heavy raining/flooding in river bed.
Table 9.3: Details Showing Year Wise Production of Mineral*
Year
Production
(MT)
Overburden waste
First
10,50,000
Nil
Second
10,50,000
Nil
Third
10,50,000
Nil
Fourth
10,50,000
Nil
Fifth
10,50,000
Nil
*Source: Approved Mining Plan By Mines & Geology Department, Rajasthan Govt
9.4 UTILITIES AND SITE FACILITIES
Water Requirement
Total water requirement for the mining project is 25.2 KLD. The water will be required for the
suppression of the dust , plantation & domestic purpose. Water requirement is fulfilled through the
nearby villages.
Infrastructure
The workers are mostly locals living in the close proximity of area and will work in shifts during day
time only thus there is no requirement of major infrastructural facilities at the site. The following
infrastructure facilities will be made available for the workers.
9.5 BASELINE DATA
Table 9.4: Baseline Environment Status
PARAMETERS
NUMBER OF LOCATIONS
DESCRIPTION
Ambient Air Quality
Monitoring
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring was done at 15
Locations
PM 10 – 74.5 g/m3
and 44.3 g/m3
SO2 – 13.0 g/m3
& 7.1 g/m3
NOx – 25.6 g/m3
& 14.3 g/m3
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Noise Level were Monitored at 15 Locations
Noise Level During
Day Time – 54.76 and
50.12Leq dB
Noise Level During
Night Time – 45.19
dB and 39.68 Leq dB
Water Sampling was done at 15 Locations
All the Parameters
Like TDS (412.40 to
670.20 mg/l), pH
(7.12 to 7.70), Total
Hardness (196.35 to
402.36 mg/l) etc. are
found within the
permissible limits.
Soil Sampling was done at 10 Locations
pH – 7.26 to 8.16
Texture – Loamy
Organic Matter –
0.52% to 0.75%
There is no wildlife sanctuary or national park within 10 km of mine
lease area. No Schedule 1 and 2 species were observed in study area.
9.6 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
9.6.1 Air Quality Management
 Proper mitigation measures like water sprinkling on haul roads will be adopted to control
dust emissions.
 To control the emissions regular preventive maintenance of equipments will be carried out on
contractual basis.
 Plantation will be carried out along approach roads & mine premises.
 It shall be ensured that all transportation vehicles carry a valid PUC certificate.
9.5.2 Water Management
 No waste water will be generated from the mining activity of minor minerals as the project
only involves lifting of Bajri to river bank.
 Mining will neither intersect ground water table. So, it will not be disturbing water
environment.
9.5.3 Noise Management
 Periodical monitoring of noise will be done.
 No other equipments except the Transportation vehicles and Excavator (as & when required)
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for loading will be allowed at site.
 Noise generated by these equipments shall be intermittent and does not cause much adverse
impact.
 Plantation will be carried out along approach roads. The plantation minimizes propagation of
noise and also arrest dust.
9.5.4 Solid Waste Management
 No solid waste will be generated from the said mining operations.
9.5.5 Occupational Health & Safety
 Dust masks will be provided as additional personal protection equipment (helmet & Safety
Shoes) to the workers working in the dust prone area.
 No, occupational health hazards is reported till date from this activity.
 Workers are informed, kept aware and trained about occupational health hazards, due to such
activities and preventive measures.
 Workers health related problem if any, will be properly addressed.
9.5.6 Plantation Development and Program
 The local species will be planted with consultation of local forest department /horticulturist
and follow the CPCB guidelines.
Table 9.4: Budget Allocation for EMP:
Item
Capital Cost (Rs. In Lakhs)
Recurring Cost/annum (Rs.
In Lakhs)
Plantation
4
1
Water Spraying
7
2
Monitoring
3
1.5
Maintenance & Operation
3.5
1.5
Occupational Health & Safety
2.5
1
TOTAL
20
7
9.7 Benefits of Mining
 The overall impact on the socio economic environment will be positive as the deployed
laborers will be from nearby villages only and these people are mainly dependent upon such
mining activities.
 Therefore Bajri mining project of Mr. Arjun Singh S/o Shri Ramendra Singh will offer the
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opportunities of better employment, infrastructure and other basic amenities. This will lead
to a better social and economic life of the nearby villagers.
 Mining of minor minerals (Bajri) is a constant source of revenue generation to the State
Government. It also ensures constant supply of building material to the society as well as
creates several opportunities of employment to the traditional mining tribes of the State who
are purely dependent upon the process of mining.
 In view of the above, the mining of Bajri at river Sagi and Sukari is justified.
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