The Director- IA. I I (M), Dt. 21-03-2018 Ministry of Environment, Forests & Cl imate Change, Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, Jor Bagh Road, New Delhi-110 003. Sub.:- Environmental Clearance - Proposed “Building Stone Mine” situated at
Valayam Village, Vanimel Panchayat, Vadakara Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala in an area of 5.1070 ha. - B2 Category – No duly constituted SEIAA/SEAC, Kerala – Application - Reg.
Respected Sir, In regards to above, we would l ike to inform you that above mentioned project having mining lease area of 5.1070 ha. i.e. less than 50 ha., hence categorized as ‘B2’ as per Notif icat ion dt. 15-01-2016. The tenure of the SEAC/SEIAA Kerala was expired on 18-03-2018 and the new SEIAA/SEAC for Kerala is yet to constitute. In the absence of duly constituted State Environment Impact Assessment (SEIAA) / State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) Kerala our proposed project can be considered as Category “B” project in the Central level as per EIA Notification . In this connection, please f ind enclosed the following for your perusal:-
1. Duly f i l led Form–1 as per Appendix–I under EIA Notif icat ion, 2006. 2. Pre-feasibi l i ty report (PFR) of the project prepared as per the guidelines of MoEF
vide O.M. dt. 30-12-2010
3. Mining plan approved by the Distr ict Geologist, Mining & Geology Department, Govt. of Kerala (authorized agency of the concerned State Government)
We request your good self to k indly consider our proposal in the next EAC meeting for appraisal for obtaining Environmental Clearance at the ear l iest. Thanking you,
Yours respectfully,
For MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
P. Bhasi Alias Raamu (Managing Director)
Encl. :- As above
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FORM - 1
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APPENDIX I
(See paragraph – 6)
FORM - 1
I Basic Information
S. No. Item : Details
1. Name of the Project : Environmental Clearance for Masonry Stone Mine
(Minor Mineral Quarry) project of M/s Malayoram Pvt.
Ltd. with mine lease area of 5.107 ha.
2. S. No. in the schedule : 1(a)
3. Proposed capacity/ area/ length/
tonnage to be handled /command
area/ lease area /number of wells
to be drilled
: Proposed Capacity 90,000 MTA
Area 5.107 hectares
Mineable reserves 10,61,820 MT
Life of Mine About 12 years
4. New/ Expansion / Modernization : New Quarry Project
5. Existing capacity/ Area etc. : Not Application (New Quarry Project)
6. Category of project i.e. 'A' or 'B' : Category ‘B’ as per EIA Notification, 2006 as amended
on 01/12/2009. The tenure of SEIAA, Kerala expired on
18-03-2018. Therefore, since there is no duly constituted
SEIAA, Kerala the application is submitted at MoEF as
per provision of clause 4 (iii) of EIA Notification, 2006.
Further categorized as B2 (mine lease area between
5 ha. to 25 ha.) with proposed mine lease area 5.107 ha.
which is more than 5 ha. but less than 25 ha. The
cluster certificate is attached as Appendix-A. As per
the said certificate, there is no quarry within 500 m.
radius from the proposed site.
7. Does it attract the general
condition? If yes, please specify.
: No
8. Does it attract the specific
condition? If yes, please specify.
: No
Location : The proposed building stone quarry project is situated at
Sy. Nos. 242/P, Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk,
Kozhikode District, Kerala for an area of 5.107 ha. The
geographical location of the mine with respect to the
pillar boundary area is given below:-
Latitude (N) 10°47'04.24" to 11°47'56.04"
Longitude (E) 75°43'39.73" to 75°43'27.77"
9.
Plot/ Survey/ Khasra no. : Sy. Nos. 242/P
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Land status :
Private own land (5.107 ha.). The copy of land
assignment certificate issued by Village Officer is
attached at Appendix-B.
Village : Valayam Village,
Tehsil : Vadakara Taluk,
District : Kozhikode District
State : Kerala
10. Nearest Railway station/ Airport
along with distance in kms.
: Particulars Name Distance
(From lease)
Railway
Station
Vadakara, 30 km., SW
Airport Calicut Int. Airport,
Karipur,
95 km., S
11. Nearest Town, City, District
Headquarters along with distance
in kms.
: Particulars Name Distance, Direction
(From lease)
Kallachi 14 km., S
Vilanagadu 3 km., SE
Nearest Town
Vanimel 7.5 km., SW
12. Village Panchayat, Zilla Parishad,
Municipal Corporation, Local body
(Complete postal address with
telephone no. to be given).
: Village Office address :-
Village Officer, Valayam Village Office,
Valayam P.O., Kallachi (via),
Kozhikode, Kerala – 673517.
Panchayat Office address :-
Panchayat Secretary, Valayam Panchayath,
Valayam P.O., Kallachi (via),
Kozhikode, Kerala - 673517
Tel. No. 0496-2460191
13. Name of the applicant : M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd.
14. Registered address : M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd.
Door No. 33/966, Kumballapilly Road, Vennala P.O.,
Chalikkavattom, Kochi, Kerala-682028.
Address for correspondence
Name : Mr. P. Bhasi Alias Raamu
Designation (Owner / Partner /
CEO)
: Managing Director
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Address : Mr. P. Bhasi Alias Raamu, Managing Director,
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M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd.
House No. 7/444 A, Padikkal House,
Manappuram Road, Peramangalam P.O.,
Thrissur District, Kerala-680545.
Pin Code : 680545
E-mail : [email protected]
Telephone no. : Mobile No. 09447053777 Ph. No. 04885-262150
Fax No. : Nil
16. Details of alternative sites
examined, if any. Location of
these sites should be shown on a
Toposheet.
: The current proposal is for the building stone quarry and
mineral specific hence no alternate site was examined.
17. Interlinked projects : The proposed quarry project will be interlinked with
Crusher Unit proposed within the complex.
18. Whether separate application of
interlinked project has been
submitted?
: No, for the crusher unit, Environmental Clearance is not
required.
19. If yes, date of submission : Not applicable
20. If no, reason : No, for the crusher unit, Environmental Clearance is not
required.
21. Whether the proposal involves
approval / Clearance under: if yes,
details of the same and their
status to be given.
(a) The Forest (Conservation)
Act, (1980)?
(b) The Wildlife (Protection) Act,
1972?
(c) The C.R.Z. Notification,
2011?
:
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
22. Whether there is any Government
Order / Policy relevant / relating to
the site:
: The following Govt. Orders / Policies are to be followed:-
���� Kerala Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2015.
���� Mines Act, 1952
���� Explosive Rules, 2008
���� Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, 1994
���� Central Ground Water Authority
���� Water Pollution (Prevention & Control) Act, 1974
���� Air Pollution (Prevention & Control) Act, 1981
���� Environment Protection Act, 1986
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���� EIA Notification, 2006 / 2009
���� The Kerala Promotion of Tree Growth in Non-Forest
Areas (Amendment) Act, 2007.
23. Forest land involved (hectare) : No
24. Whether there is any litigation
pending against the project and/or
land in which the project is
proposed to be set up?
(a) Name of the Court
(b) Case No.
(c) Orders / directions of the court,
if any and its relevance with
the proposed project.
: No litigation is pending against the lease area/ applicant
of the proposed lease area in any court of law.
25. Expected cost of the project : Rs. 3.5 Crores
*Capacity corresponding to sectoral activity (such as production capacity for manufacturing, mining lease
area and production capacity for mineral production, area for mineral exploration, length for linear
transport infrastructure, generation capacity for power generation etc.,)
II Activity
1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which
will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water
bodies, etc.)
S.
No.
Information/Checklist
confirmation
Yes/
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
1.1
Permanent or temporary change on
land use, land cover or topography
including increase in intensity of
land use (with respect to local land
use plan)
Yes Land use: - The project site is private owned
land. There is expected to be change in the
land use as mining area in the core zone. The
highest elevation of the lease area is 445m
MSL and lowest is 310m MSL. As the
proposed area is hilly, the drainage is towards
NW to SE. However, any other significant
impact will be confined within the lease area.
1.2 Clearance of existing land,
vegetation and buildings?
Yes The part of proposed project is exposed rock
area and remaining land covered with native
trees, climbers, grass, shrubs, herbs etc. There
is no existing building in the proposed area.
1.3 Creation of new land uses? Yes The present land use as per the revenue record
is private owned land. The new land use
pattern will be as follows as per post
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operational use :-
1. Excavated Pit : 4.3810 ha. (4.2389 ha.
Reclaimed by plantation & 0.1421 ha.
converted into pond)
2. Green belt: 0.5766 ha.
3. Drainage : 0.1494 ha.
1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g.
bore holes, soil testing?
No Not applicable
1.5 Construction works? Yes Facilities like site office, labour quarters,
crusher unit and magazine area etc. will be
developed within the complex and will be
utilized.
1.6 Demolition works? No Not applicable
1.7 Temporary sites used for
construction works or housing of
construction workers?
No Not applicable
1.8 Above ground buildings, structures
or earthworks including linear
structures, cut and fill or
excavations.
Yes The proposed project activity involves about
86% of the pit area for exploiting the building
stone up to the conceptual phase. As the area
is devoid of any structures above ground so
there will not be any impact due to mining
activity.
The production will have in 4.3810 ha. area as
pit at the conceptual stage.
The extent of impact will however be confined
to lease area only.
1.9 Underground works including
mining or tunneling?
No There will be no underground mining activities.
The mining will be done by open cast semi-
mechanized method of mining.
1.10 Reclamation works? Yes At the end of life of mine, the total excavated
area will be 4.3810 ha. area as pit at the
conceptual stage and the same will be
reclaimed by plantation (4.2389 ha.) with a
pond area (0.1421 ha.).
1.11 Dredging? No Not Applicable
1.12 Offshore structures? No Not Applicable
1.13 Production and manufacturing
processes?
Yes The mining will be done by semi - mechanized
opencast method as per approved Mining
Plan. It includes blasting, loading, transport
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and excavation activities.
� The working will be done by forming
benches of 5.0m (average) height.
� Mining will be started from the first year with
systematic working.
� The height & width of the bench will not be
kept more than 5 m to 6 m respectively.
� The mining will be done with the help of tools
such as drills, jack – hammer, compressors,
picks, excavators etc.
The impact on physical environment will be
significant and confined to lease area. There
will be change in land cover, topography &
vegetal cover as depicted in point no. 1.3
above.
1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or
materials?
Yes Facilities will be developed for :-
1. Mineral will be transported to designated
place.
2. Top soil and waste generated during the
plan period will be dumped outside the
mining area at pre determined place and will
be utilized over reclaimed areas for
plantation.
3. Overburden will be utilized within the pit for
lying of haul road and at the end, it will be
use for soil base for plantation.
1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal
of solid waste or liquid effluents?
Yes Solid Waste
A total quantity of 24,095 cu. m. of topsoil and
15,333 cu. m of over burden will be removed
during the mining operations. The topsoil
excavated from the quarry will be dumped
separately at pre-determined place and
subsequently will be utilized in spreading over
reclaimed areas for plantation. OB will be
utilized for laying internal haul road and will
form base in reclamation / plantation.
Liquid Effluent
The sewage to a tune of 1.6 KLD generated
from the mine office/labour quarters will be
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diverted to the septic tank followed by soak pit.
1.16 Facilities for long term housing of
operational workers?
Yes Labour quarters will be provided within the
complex but outside the proposed mining area.
1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during
construction or operation?
Yes For the purposes of mining activities, existing
roads are sufficient. However, haul road will be
suitably developed within the proposed area.
1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne or
other transport infrastructure
including new or altered routes and
stations, ports, airports etc?
Yes For the purposes of mining activities, existing
roads are sufficient. However, haul road will be
suitably developed within the proposed area.
1.19 Closure or diversion of existing
transport routes or infrastructure
leading to changes in traffic
movements?
No Not Applicable
1.20 New or diverted transmission lines
or pipelines?
No Not Applicable
1.21 Impoundment, damming,
culverting, realignment or other
changes to the hydrology of water
courses or aquifers?
Yes The run-off from the lease area will be suitably
collected through channels and will be stored in
storm water pond for further utilization in Mine/
proposed Crusher units. However, all measures
will be taken to not to disturb the natural
drainage system of the surrounding area.
1.22 Stream crossings? No Not applicable
1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water
from ground or surface waters?
Yes The water to a tune of 2 KLD will be drawn from
the wells for domestic purpose.
1.24 Change in water bodies or the land
surface affecting drainage or run -
off?
No There will be no change in water bodies. The
change in the land surface due to mining will
not affect the surface drainage or run off.
1.25 Transport of personnel or materials
for construction, operation or
decommissioning?
Yes Vehicles will be engaged for mineral and
material transport. About 20 trips of 15 T
capacity will be utilized for transporting the
mineral on daily basis.
1.26 Long-term dismantling or
decommissioning or restoration
works?
Yes At the end of life of mine, excavated pit will be
backfilled and reclaimed and rehabilitated by
plantation with native species so as to restore
the natural eco-system.
1.27 Ongoing activity during
decommissioning which could have
an impact on the environment?
Yes At the end of life of mine, reclamation of the
area will be carried out. Suitable plantation with
shrubs, herbs & trees will be done as a part of
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eco-restoration work.
1.28 Influx of people to an area in either
temporarily or permanently?
Yes Due to the mining activity and due to the
attached ancillary unit, there will be workers
attracted to the project area. It is proposed to
employ 30 persons in the project.
1.29 Introduction of alien species? No Not applicable
1.30 Loss of native species or genetic
diversity?
Yes Due to the mining activities, there will be loss of
some native species and vegetation. However,
some of these species will be planted at the
end use for eco-restoration.
1.31 Any other actions? No Nil
Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land,
water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in
short supply):-
2.
Information/ checklist
confirmation
Yes/
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data
2.1 Land especially undeveloped or
agricultural land (ha)
Yes The lease area consists of 5.107 ha. which is
private land and rocky land with native tree
species.
2.2 Water (expected source &
competing users) unit: KLD
Yes The daily water demand will be only 16 KLD.
Well water to meet the drinking water and other
domestic water requirement about 2 KLD of the
workers and the staff.
A storm water collection pond for meeting the
water requirements of ancillary units and other
dust separation systems will be developed.
2.3 Minerals (MT) Yes It is a mining project for excavation of building
stone. Production will be about 90,000 MTA.
This product is available in abundance in
Kerala and some other states and is being
used in construction of roads and buildings.
2.4 Construction material – stone,
aggregates, sand / soil (expected
source – MT)
Yes The small scale infrastructure facilities like mine
office, labour shed, crusher unit, canteen, etc.
will be developed within own property.
2.5 Forests and timber (source – MT) No Not applicable
2.6 Energy including electricity and
fuels (source, competing users)
Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW)
Yes Electricity:-
The total power requirement will be 75 kW,
which will be drawn from diesel engine.
Fuel Quantity – 16 to 20 lt/ hr.
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2.7 Any other natural resources (use
appropriate standard units)
Yes Use of solar energy for external lightings.
3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which
could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual
or perceived risks to human health.
S. No.
Information/Checklist confirmation
Yes/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data
3.1 Use of substances or materials,
which are hazardous (as per
MSIHC rules) to human health or
the environment (flora, fauna, and
water supplies)
Yes Nitrate mixture which is an explosive substance
and is hazardous. Also the detonators used for
blasting is a hazardous chemical. However, a
limited quantity in compliance with Explosives
Act will be stored in the magazine for safety of
the workers.
3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease
or affect disease vectors (e.g.
insect or water borne diseases)
No Not applicable
3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by
changing living conditions?
Yes The present project will directly / indirectly
develop the area by providing employment
opportunities. With the proposed development
in and around the area there will be many
supporting facilities / infrastructure eventually
leading to the development of the area.
3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who
could be affected by the project e.g.
hospital patients, children, the
elderly etc.,
No The nearest habitation is located at about
125 m. (SE) ; all necessary measures will be
taken to operate the mine in compliance with
air, water, noise and vibration standards from
time to time.
3.5 Any other causes No Not applicable
4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning
(MT/month)
S.
No.
Information/Checklist
confirmation
Yes/
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes
Yes About 24,095 cu.m of top soil and 15,333 cu.m.
of overburden will be generated from the
proposed mine.
4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or
commercial wastes)
Yes The municipal solid waste generated from the
labour quarter will be suitably disposed along
with reclamation or back filling.
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4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per
Hazardous Waste Management
Rules)
Yes Negligible in quantity like used oil which will be
disposed to the local recyclers.
4.4 Other industrial process wastes. No Not applicable
4.5 Surplus product. No Not applicable
4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge
from effluent treatment.
Yes The sludge generated from the septic tank on a
periodical basis will be dried and will be used
as manure in plantation.
4.7 Construction or demolition wastes. No Not applicable
4.8 Redundant machinery or
equipment.
No Not applicable
4.9 Contaminated soils or other
materials.
No Not applicable
4.10 Agricultural wastes. No Not applicable
4.11 Other solid wastes. No Not applicable
5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)
S.
No.
Information/ Checklist
confirmation
Yes/
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
5.1 Emissions from combustion of
fossil fuels from stationary or
mobile sources.
Yes Diesel engine emissions rates (Unit - g/kWhr)
are given below:
PM - 0.3; NOx - 9.2; CO - 3.5; HC - 1.3
Transportation: Movement of vehicles will
generate dust. The transportation activities on
unpaved area results in fugitive emissions to
the tune (Unit - kg/Veh.mT) of 1.261 for PM10
and 0.126 for PM2.5 (USEPA-AP42 series).
Gaseous Emission rate (Unit - g/kWh) due to
transportation:
CO - 5.45; HC - 0.78; NOx - 5.0
All measures will be taken to restrict the
emission within CPCB norms.
5.2 Emissions from production
processes.
Yes The proposed production will be 90,000 MTA.
Dust is the main pollutant, which will be
generated mainly from mining activities (drilling,
blasting & excavation) and vehicle movement.
The different measures taken to control dust
emissions are given below:-
� Water sprinkling on haul roads
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� Wet drilling
� Limiting the speed of the vehicles
� Regular maintenance of vehicles/
equipments
� Loaded Trucks will be covered with
tarpaulin sheets during transportation
� Greenbelt development
5.3 Emissions from materials handling
including storage or transport.
Yes There will be fugitive emissions generated
during material handling, transportation, loading
and unloading etc. Regular water sprinkling on
haul road will suppress the dust particles and
prevent them from getting air-borne.
Transportation
Movement of vehicles like dumpers, trucks,
tankers etc. will also generate dust. The
transportation activities on unpaved area
results in fugitive emissions to the tune of 1.261
kg / VkmT for PM10 and 0.126 kg/VkmT for
PM2.5.
5.4 Emissions from construction
activities including plant and
equipment
No Not applicable
5.5 Dust or odors from handling of
materials including construction
materials, sewage and waste.
Yes There is no odor from handling of material.
Only dust will be generated from transportation
& handling materials. The dust emission will be
controlled by adopting suitable measures viz.
water sprinkling, plantation, making enclosures
& maintaining roads. Personnel Protective
Equipment (PPE’s) will be provided to the
workers. Periodical medical examination will be
arranged to the employees at intervals of not
more than 5 years.
5.6 Emissions from incineration of
waste
No Not applicable
5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in
open air (e.g. slash materials,
construction debris)
No Not applicable
5.8 Emissions from any other sources No Not applicable
6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat
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S.
No.
Information/ Checklist
confirmation
Yes
/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities/
rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
6.1 From operation of equipment e.g.
engines, ventilation plant, crushers
Yes Mining operation is being carried out by semi-
mechanized method. However based on
production capacity mining equipments
configuration with expected noise levels (in
dB(A)) will be as under:-
Excavator - 95 - 100
Compressor - 81
Tippers/ Trucks - 84 - 86
Mobile Crane - 83
Mitigation Measures:-
� Maintenance of machinery
� Enclosed cabins in excavator
� Earmuff & earplug
� Periodical medical checkup
� Noise level maintained to 85dB(A)
6.2 From industrial or similar processes No Not applicable
6.3 From construction or demolition No Not applicable
6.4 From blasting or piling Yes Controlled Blasting (Milli second electric)
technique will be adopted to restrict PPV
levels well below DGMS standards of <15 mm/
sec at all times. The blasting will be done at
designated hours i.e. 10:00 am & 3:00 pm.
6.5 From construction or operational
traffic
Yes Due to vehicular traffic and material
transportation within the lease area, noise will
be generated. However, the expected noise
levels will be well maintained within the DGMS
and CPCB norms.
6.6 From lighting or cooling systems No Not applicable
6.7 From any other sources No Not applicable
7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or
into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea:-
S.
No.
Information / Checklist
confirmation
Yes/
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
7.1 From handling, storage, use or
spillage of hazardous materials
No NFO Mixture is proposed to be used for
blasting purpose. Due care will be taken to
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avoid risk during handling, storage, use or
spillage of explosives.
7.2 From discharge of sewage or other
effluents to water or the land
(expected mode and place of
discharge)
No There is no risk of contamination of land and
water due to discharge of untreated
wastewater. However, no sewage will be
discharged in the open land causing the
contamination to ground water. The wastewater
generated will be channelized in the septic tank
followed by soak pit.
7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted
to air into the land or into water
No During operation phase there will be mainly
dust emissions from excavation, loading,
unloading, mineral handling, transportation and
mobile sources. Measures like controlled
blasting, water sprinkling, green belt
development etc. will be adopted to minimize
the same.
7.4 From any other sources No There will not be any other sources, which will
contaminate land and water resources.
7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up
of pollutants in the environment
from these sources?
No Nothing will be significant.
8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the project, which could affect
human health or the environment.
S.
No.
Information/Checklist
confirmation
Yes
/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates, wherever possible) with source of
information data
8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires
etc. from storage, handling, use or
production of hazardous
substances
Yes The stone quarry mine will result in increase in
frequency of blasting for mining the mineral.
However, controlled blasting with optimum charge
of holes will be carried out to loosen the rock.
Explosion hazards are envisaged due to
mishandling of explosives. Explosives will be
handled with utmost care in compliance of
conditions imposed by Chief Controller of
Explosive & Metalliferous Mines Regulation, 1961.
NFO mixture, slurry explosive, safety fuse, and
detonators will be used for blasting.
8.2 From any other causes
Yes The risks of accidents are envisaged due to the
operation of equipments, failure of mine pit etc.
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Pit slope will be kept at 45°. Face slope will be
kept at 70°. No loose stone will be allowed near
the edges of excavation and along the sites of
haul road. However, good safety practices will
be adopted at the site. All precautionary
measures will be adopted and use of protective
equipments will be mandatory. However, for
minor accidents first aid measures will be
provided at site.
8.3 Could the project be affected by
natural disasters causing
environmental damage (e.g
Floods, earthquakes, landslides,
cloudburst etc)?
Yes Zone-III, Moderate damage risk zone as per
BMTPC, vulnerability atlas seismic zone of
India IS: 1893-2002.
There is no history of flood, earthquake, cloud
burst and landslide reported so far.
9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality
S.
No.
Information/ Checklist confirmation
Yes/No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data
9.1 Lead to development of supporting
cities, ancillary development or
development
stimulated by the project which
could have impact on the
environment e.g.:
• Supporting infrastructure (roads,
power supply, waste or waste
water treatment, etc.)
• housing development
• extractive industries
• supply industries
• other
Yes The proposed project will directly / indirectly
develop the area by providing employment
opportunities. With the proposed development
in and around the area there will be many
supporting facilities/ infrastructure eventually
leading to the development of the area.
9.2 Land to after use of the site, which
could have an impact on
environment.
Yes The land used will be reclaimed and
rehabilitated by backfilling the pits by plantation
and water body. Plantation and afforestation
will add to the improvement in environment and
aesthetic beauty of the area.
9.3 Set a precedent for later
developments.
Yes There will be other ancillary developments
which spring up due to the coming of the
project, resulting in setting a precedent for later
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development.
9.4 Have cumulative effects due to
proximity to other existing or
planned projects with similar
effects.
No Not Applicable
Environmental Sensitivity
S. No.
Areas Name/ Identity
Aerial distance (within 15 km) proposed project location boundary
1 Areas protected under
international conventions,
national or local legislation for
their ecological, landscape,
cultural or other related value
Yes Local legislation -
Kottiyur Reserve Forest – about 12 km, NE
2 Areas which are important or
sensitive for ecological reasons -
Wetlands, watercourses or other
water bodies, coastal zone,
biospheres, mountains, forests
Yes Water bodies :-
Mahe River – 2 km., E
Poovathangadi thodu – within 100 m. E
Poothamabara Puzha – 11 km., SE
Kuttiyadi River – 15 km., S
Ancharakandi River – 5.8 km., N
Kabini River – 14 km., SE
Mountains :-
Banasura hills – 8 km., NE
Forests :-
Kannavam Noorakalu Forest – 105 m., E
Kottiyur Reserve Forest – 12 km., NE
Thondernadu forest – 9 km., E
3 Areas used by protected,
important or sensitive species
of flora or fauna for breeding,
nesting, foraging, resting, over
wintering, migration
No None within the study area
4 Inland, coastal, marine or
underground waters
Yes Charnockit Aquifer system – within the project
area (Secondary data)
5 State, National boundaries No None within the study area
III
6 Routes or facilities used by the
public for access to recreation or
other tourist, pilgrim areas
Yes Routes for access to recreation :-
Manathavadi-Iritty - 8 km., NE
Kuttiyadi-Manathavadi Highway -11 km., SE
Kuttiyadi-Koothuparambu - 12 km., W
Kallachi-Vilanganad road - 4.5 km. SW
Recreation/ tourist areas :-
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Thiriyakayam Water falls – 1.8 km., S
Abhayagiri Hill station – 3.8 km. NW
Vazhamala – 5.5 km., NW
Kumbalachola – 3.5 km., S
Kannavam Water Falls – 5 km., NW
Kuttiyadi View point – 11 km., SW
7 Defense installations No None within the study area
8 Densely populated or built-up
area
Yes Nearest town :-
Vilanagadu – 3 km., SE
Vanimel – 7.5 km., SW
Tripangottur – 8 km., W
Kallachi – 14 km., S
9 Areas occupied by sensitive
man-made land uses (hospitals,
schools, places of worship,
community facilities)
Yes Hospitals :-
Rahma Iqra Community hospital – 13 km., S
Primary Health Centre – 6.5 km., SW
Schools :-
St. George High School – 4 km., SE
Govt. Welfare LP School Velliyod – 0.7 km., W
Worship places :-
Chelalakavu Bagavathi temple – 2 km., S St. Mary’s Church Abhyagiri - 3.5 km., NW St. Thomas Church Paloor – 3.5 km., W Mosque , Marukulam – 3 km., S Community Facilities :- Gram Panchayat office – about 8 km., SW Village Office – about 8.5 km., SW
10 Areas containing important, high
quality or scarce resources
(ground water resources,
surface resources, forestry,
agriculture, fisheries, tourism,
minerals)
No None within the study area
11 Areas already subjected to pollution or environmental damage. (those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded)
No None within the study area
12 Areas susceptible to natural hazard which could cause the project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions)
Earth
Quake
Zone
Zone-III, Moderate damage risk zone as par
BMTPC, Vulnerability atlas Seismic zone of
India IS: 1893-2002.
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LAND ASSIGNMENT CERTIFICATE Appendix-B
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PROJECT FEASIBILITY REPORT
( PFR )
BUILDING STONE QUARRY
(MINOR MINERAL) PROJECT
OF
M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
SITE AT
VALAYAM VILLAGE, VADAKARA TALUK,
KOZHIKODE DISTRICT, KERALA
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INDEX
SN Contents Page
Nos.
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 5
1.1 Salient features & environmental setting of the project 5
1.2 Production & reserve 7
1.3 Top soil & overburden 7
2.0 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND INFORMATION 8
2.(i) Identification of project and project proponent 8
2.(ii) Brief description of the Nature of the project 8
2.(iii) Need for the project and its importance to the Country and or Region 8
2.(iv) Demand – Supply Gap 9
2.(v) Imports Vs. Indigenous Production 9
2.(vi) Export Possibility 9
2.(vii) Domestic / Export Markets 9
2.(viii) Employment generation (Direct & Indirect) due to the project 9
3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 10
3.(i) Type of project including interlinked and interdependent projects 10
3.(ii) Location (map showing General Location, Specific Location & Project boundary &
Project site layout) with coordinates
10
3.(iii) Details of Alternate sites considered and the basis of selecting the proposed site,
particularly the environmental considerations
10
3.(iv) Size or magnitude of operation 11
3.(v) Project description with process details (a schematic diagram / flow chart showing the
project layout, components of the project etc should be given)
11
a. Proposed method of mining 12
b. Open cast mining 12
c. Salient features of mining method 12
d. Extent of mechanization 12
e. Drilling 13
f. Blasting 13
g. Explosive used 13
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h. Storage of explosive 13
3.(vi) Raw material required along with estimated quantity, likely source, marketing area of
final products, mode of transport of raw materials and financial provisions
13
a. Mineral reserves 14
b. Yearwise production details 16
c. Mineral transportation 17
3.(vii) Resource optimization / recycling and reuse envisaged in the project 17
3.(viii) Availability of water its source, energy / power requirement & source 17
3.(ix) Quantity of wastes to be generated (liquid and solid) and scheme for their
management / disposal
18
3.(x) Schematic representation of the feasibility drawing which give information of EIA
purpose
18
4.0 SITE ANALYSIS 19
4.(i) Connectivity 19
4.(ii) Land form, land use and land ownership 19
4.(iii) Topography (along with map) 20
4.(iv) Existing land use pattern (agriculture, non-agriculture, forest, water bodies (including
area under CRZ)), shortest distances from the periphery of project.
20
4.(v) Existing Infrastructure 21
4.(vi) Soil Classification 21
4.(vii) Climatic Data 21
4.(viii) Social Infrastructure Available 22
5.0 PLANNING BRIEF 22
5.(i) Planning Concept (Type of industries, facilities, transportation etc.) Town & Country
Planning / Development Authority Classification
22
5.(ii) Population Projection 23
5.(iii) Land Use Planning (Break-up along with green belt etc.) 23
5.(iv) Assessment of Infrastructure Demand (Physical & Social) 23
5.(v) Amenities / Facilities 23
6.0 PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE 24
6.(i) Industrial Area (Processing Area) 24
6.(ii) Residential Area (Non-processing area) 24
6.(iii) Green belt 24
6.(iv) Social Infrastructure 24
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6.(v) Connectivity (Traffic & Transportation Road / Rail etc.) 24
6.(vi) Drinking Water Management (Source & Supply of water) 24
6.(vii) Sewerage system 24
6.(viii) Industrial Waste Management 24
6.(ix) Solid Waste Management 24
6.(x) Power Requirement & Supply / Source 25
7.0 Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R & R Plan) 25
7.(i) Policy to be adopted (Central / State) in respect of the project affected persons
including home oustees, land oustees and landless
25
8.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES 25
8.(i) Likely date of start of production and likely date of completion (time schedule for the
project will be given)
25
8.(ii) Estimated project cost along with analysis of economic viability of project 26
9.0 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL 26
9.(i) Financial and Social Benefits with special emphasis on the benefits to the local
people including tribal population
26
LIST OF ANNEXURES
Annexures Description
Annexure No. 1 Copy of Letter of Intent ( LOI ) / Mine Lease
Annexure No. 2 Photographs of the Site
Annexure No. 3 Route Map showing location of the project site
Annexure No. 4 Google map showing location of the project site
Annexure No. 5 Key map of the project site
Annexure No. 6 Topographical Contour Map
Annexure No. 7 Surface cum Geological Plan
Annexure No. 8 Production & Development Plan
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1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The building Stone Quarry (Minor Mineral) project of M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt.
Ltd. at Sy. Nos. 242/P, Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for
an area of 5.107 ha. The project proponent possess Letter of Intent (LOI ) for the
proposed quarry project issued by Mining & Geology Department, Govt. of Kerala and
copy of the same is attached as Annexure No. 1.
Mining projects of minor minerals with area less than 50 ha. of mining lease are
categorized as category 'B'. As per O.M. dated 24/12/2013 by Ministry of Environment &
Forests, Govt. of India, all projects with mining area less than 25 hectares is classified as
Category B2.
The Eco-friendly Mining Plan prepared by an Indian Bureau of Mine (IBM) approved
Recognized Qualified Person (RQP) has been approved by Mining & Geology
Department, Govt. of Kerala. This Mining plan is based on the requirements under the
Kerala Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2015.
The land for the proposed quarry is a private owned land and the land is possessed in
the name of M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd. The targeted production of mine will
be 90,000 MTA. The estimated project cost will be about Rs. 3.5 Crores. The expected
life of mine estimated will be about 12 years. The mining operation will be carried out by
opencast semi-mechanized method as per the approved Mining Plan.
1.1 SALIENT FEATURES & ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING OF THE PROJECT
Particulars Details
Geographical Location Latitude (N) 10°47'04.24" to 11°47'56.04"
Longitude (E) 75°43'39.73" to 75°43'27.77"
Total Mine Lease area 5.107 hectare
Total area owned by the proponent 7.136 hectare
Status of the quarry Fresh quarry
Local name of the project area Nidumparambu
Project Site Toposheet No. 49M/9
Production 90,000 MTA
Geological Reserves 46,46,925 MT
Mineable Reserves 10,61,820 MT
Life of Mine 12 years
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Estimated project cost Rs. 3.5 Crores
Man Power 30 Persons
Highest and lowest elevation 445 m. and 310m. MSL
Land use Private owned land with rocky area
Nearest habitation About 125 m. towards south east
Nearest Town Vilanagadu – 3 km., SE
Vanimel – 7.5 km., SW
Tripangottur – 8 km., W
Kallachi – 14 km., S
Stone Crusher / M sand Proposed within the site
Width of access road to the site 7m wide road
Nearest Airport Calicut Int. Airport, Karipur, 95 km., S
Nearest Highway / Major Roads Manathavadi-Iritty - 8 km., NE
Kuttiyadi-Manathavadi Highway -11 km., SE
Kuttiyadi-Koothuparambu - 12 km., W
Kallachi-Vilanganad road - 4.5 km. SW
Nearest Railway Station Vadakara, 30 km., SW
Power supply The total power requirement will be 75 kW for compressors
which will be operated by Diesel Engine.
Water and its Source
The total water requirement is about 16 KLD in which 2 KLD
is for domestic purpose which would be sourced from well,
12 KLD for dust suppression in mine as well as ancillary units
and 2 KLD for plantation purposes and will be sourced from
storm water pond
Nearest Hospital / dispensary Rahma Iqra community hospital – about 13 km, S
Primary Health Centre – about 6.5 km., SW
Nearest Education facility St. George High School - 4 km., SE
Govt. Welfare LP School, Velliyod - about 0.7 km., W
Nearest Police Station Valayam, about 10 km., SW
Nearest Fire Station Kallachi, about 14 km., SW
Nearest Ambulance facility Vanimel, about 8 km., SW
Nearest Church / temple / mosque Church :-
� St. Mary’s Church, Abhyagiri – about 3.5 km., NW
� St. Thomas Church Paloor – about 3.5 km., W
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Temple – Chelalakavu Bhagavathi temple – about 2 km., S
Mosque – Marukulam Mosque – about 3 km., S
Electrical installation like transformer
/HT or LT line
Vilangad, about 1 km., S
Nearest Mobile Towers Vilangad, about 2 km., SE
Ecological sensitive zone (National
Park, Sanctuary, Habitat for Migratory
Birds, Tiger Reserve)
None within the study area
Interstate Boundary None within the study area
Critically Polluted Area as identified
by CPCB
None within the study area
Defense installations None within the study area
Archeological Features None within the study area
Forests Kannavam Noorakallu forest – 105 m., E
Kottiyor Reserve forest – 12 km., NE
Thondernadu forest – 9 km., E
Nearest streams/ rivers/ water bodies
(from mine boundary)
Poovathangadi thod (drain) – within 100 m. , E
Mahe River – about 2.5 km. , E
Poothamabara Puzha – about 11 km., SE
Kuttiyadi River – About 15 km. , S
Ancharakandi River – about 5.8 km., N
Kabini river – about 14 km., SE
HLWG Report status Not falling in ESA
1.2 PRODUCTION & RESERVE
The estimated annual mining production will be 90,000 MTA and the mineable reserve
for the project is 10,61,820 MT. It is expected to employ about 30 Persons in the mining
operation. The mined material will be transported to crusher proposed to be installed
within the complex.
1.3 TOP SOIL & OVER BURDEN
A total quantity of 24,095 cu. m. of topsoil is proposed to be removed during the mining
operations. The topsoil excavated from the quarry will be dumped / stacked separately at
pre-determined place and subsequently will be utilized in spreading over reclaimed
areas for plantation as part of eco-restoration.
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About 15,333 cu. m. of overburden (OB) will be generated throughout the mine life. This
waste will be utilized within the pit for lying of haul roads. At the end use, OB can be
reutilized as soil base for plantation.
2.0 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT / BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.(i) IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT AND PROJECT PROPONENT
The project is for obtaining Environment clearance for building stone mining project
(Minor Mineral Quarry). The quarry project is proposed by M/s Malayoram Rock
Products Pvt. Ltd. as Applicant. The lease area is private own land at Sy. Nos. 242/P,
Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for an area of 5.107 ha.
The project proponent posses LOI for the proposed quarry issued by Mining & Geology
Department, Govt. of Kerala and copy of the same is attached.
Name and address of the
Applicant
: Mr. P. Bhasi Alias Raamu, Managing Director
M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd.
Door No. 33/966, Kumballapilly Road,
Vennala P.O., Chalikkavattom,
Kochi, Kerala-682028.
2.(ii) BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NATURE OF THE PROJECT
M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd. proposes a building stone mine for dealing in
mining and trading of mineral. The main objective of the project is to carry the business
of prospecting, exploring, operating and working on quarries. The main market for
mineral is in Kozhikode District and other nearby districts in Kerala which are utilized it in
construction works of buildings and roads.
2.(iii) NEED FOR THE PROJECT AND ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY AND OR
REGION
The major need of building stone is due to its high compressive strength and durability
(among the hardest, dimensional & structural stones), it can effectively withstand the
vagaries of nature. The mineral-rich colors and the hardness & density, makes it useful
for many applications. The proposed mining project will fulfill its end uses in buildings and
construction of roads, paving and many other exterior projects. It is also known as the
maintenance-free stone.
The main market for mineral is in Kozhikode & other nearby districts which are utilized in
construction works of buildings and roads.
The mining and associated activities in the mineral bearing areas bring about gains in
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gross domestic product, i.e. there is though a minor contribution by the proposed project
but will add to gains in G.D.P. (Gross Domestic Product). A total of 30 Persons will be
employed in the mine. It will create employment (though marginally) for local population.
Applicant will pay royalty to Govt. of Kerala for the mineral produced from the mine,
direct and indirect taxes will be paid thereby contributing to the regional revenue. The
public revenue will further be put for infrastructural development and other sectors like
health, education and social welfare.
2.(iv) DEMAND – SUPPLY GAP
Masonry / Building Stone are an important component for the construction /
developmental work for all infrastructure development and building construction and
road construction activities. Demand of building stone shall be fulfilled by various end
users. During last few years, due to sudden increase in real estate activities and in
other infrastructural development activities, the demand of the building stone has further
enhanced the demand of building stone in the area. Therefore, there is a large
requirement of building stone in the project vicinity to meet the demand supply chain.
2.(v) IMPORTS VS. INDIGENOUS PRODUCTION
Building stone product is an indigenous production. Therefore, this product is neither
exported nor imported.
2.(vi) EXPORT POSSIBILITY
The building stone is an indigenous product and hence there are no possibilities of
export.
2.(vii) DOMESTIC / EXPORT MARKETS
The rock produced from the quarry will be sent to the proposed crusher unit within
the complex attached to the quarry. The aggregate produced will be sold to the
contractors and to the consumers which are finally consumed locally for road (PWD
& Panchayat roads, State Highway & National Highway) & building construction
works. Fine Material will be sold to the hollow block / solid block manufactures.
2.(viii) EMPLOYMENT GENERATION (DIRECT AND INDIRECT) DUE TO THE PROJECT
The total numbers of employees including skilled, semi skilled and un-skilled workers
for the quarry project is expected to be about 30 Persons in which includes workers
for mine. The details of the employees / workers including their position in the
organization are also given below:-
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Table 1: List of Employees and their Designations
Sr. No. NAME OF THE POST NOS.
1 Mines Manager / Asst. Mines Manager 1
2 Mines foreman 1
3 Other workers 28
TOTAL 30
3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
3.(i) TYPE OF PROJECT INCLUDING INTERLINKED AND INTERDEPENDENT PROJECTS. This is a semi mechanized open cast stone mining project. Mineral will be used in the
construction works. Building construction and other infrastructural facilities are the areas,
where the material will be consumed. The quarry will be linked with a crusher unit
proposed within the complex. The fine mineral is sold to the vendors who manufacture
hollow block / solid block and hence they are interdependent projects attached to the
mining project.
3.(ii) LOCATION (MAP SHOWING GENERAL LOCATION, SPECIFIC LOCATION, PROJECT BOUNDARY AND PROJECT SITE LAYOUT) WITH COORDINATES The proposed building stone quarry is in private owned land at Sy. Nos. 242/P,
Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for an area of 5.107 ha.
The geographical location of the mine with respect to the boundary pillars of the lease
area (extreme most points) is given below:-
Latitude (N) 10°47'04.24" to 11°47'56.04"
Longitude (E) 75°43'39.73" to 75°43'27.77"
The photographs of the site will be taken from different locations and directions are
provided at Annexure No. 2. The route map showing location of the lease area is
provided at Annexure No. 3. The google map superimposed with project boundary
showing location of the lease area is provided at Annexure No. 4. The Key map of
the project site showing the location of quarry site is attached at Annexure No. 5.
The project site with boundary pillars and GPS Coordinates of the boundary pillars
are provided in Contour drawing attached at Annexure No. 6.
3.(iii) DETAILS OF ALTERNATE SITES CONSIDERED AND THE BASIS OF SELECTING THE PROPOSED SITE, PARTICULARLY THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS. Quarrying activities are carried out based on local geology and availability of granite
building stone. The proposed site is a building stone quarry and mineral specific
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hence no alternate site was examined. Moreover, the land is a private owned land
and hence no alternate site considered.
3.(iv) SIZE OR MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION
The size and magnitude of the lease area is as given below:-
Table 2 : Size or Magnitude of operation
Sr. No. Particulars Details
1. Lease Area 5.107 hectares
2. Mineable Reserve 10,61,820 MT
3. Annual Production 90,000 TPA
4. Mine Waste Top soil = 24,095 cu.m. & OB = 15,333 cu.m
5. Life of Mine About 12 years
6. Total Man Power (Nos.) About 30 Persons
3.(v) PROJECT DESCRIPTION WITH PROCESS DETAILS (A SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM/
FLOW CHART SHOWING THE PROJECT LAYOUT, COMPONENTS OF THE
PROJECT ETC.).
The proposed mining operations will be carried out by open cast semi-mechanized
method. The process flow diagram given below depicts the mining process:-
Cutting & Clearing of Shrubs / Trees
Removal & Stacking of Top soil & Overburden
Excavation by Drilling & Blasting
Rock Breaking & Transportation to Crusher
Crushing in Crusher
Segregation & Stacking
Dispatch to the end user
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DESCRIPTION OF MINING OPERATIONS ( MANUFACTURING PROCESS)
a. PROPOSED METHOD OF MINING
It is proposed to undertake Open Cast Semi-Mechanized Mining which includes blasting,
loading, transportation of rubble and dispatch to the crusher.
b. OPEN CAST MINING
In the open cast mining, the bench height and width will be maintained at 5 to 6 m
respectively. Excavated material is transported to the crusher unit proposed within the
complex for further processing.
c. SALIENT FEATURES OF MINING METHOD
The salient features of proposed mining method are given below.
• The height and width of the bench will be maintained at 5 m and 6 m respectively.
• The mining will be done from top to bottom by slicing of 2.5 m thick.
• The exploitation of mineral is being done from 445 m to 310 m MSL in conceptual phase.
• Considering the stability of rocks the final slope or say ultimate pit slope is proposed 45°
from vertical.
• Haul road will be developed up to point of loading.
• Transportation of the mineral from pit-mouth to crusher and then to the destination /
market will be by tippers / trucks (15T capacity).
d. EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION
The details of equipments proposed to be used in mining operation are listed below:-
Table 3 : List of equipments used
Sr. No. Machine Type Required No. of M/c Size/Capacity
1. Back Hoe 1 50 HP
2. Rock Breaker 1 100 HP
3. Compressor (Chicago) 1 50 HP
4. Tippers/Trucks 2 -
5. Jack hammer 2 -
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e. DRILLING
The excavation of mineral is proposed by excavators. The mineral is fractured and easily
exploitable by rock breakers and excavators. The hard strata are proposed to excavate
after drilling and blasting.
f. BLASTING
The controlled blasting is proposed by adopting all the safety measures as per Minor
Mineral Regulation Act, 1961 (MMR) and with the permission of Director General of
Mines & Safety (DGMS).
In this area for fragmentation of granite the blasting will be conducted. Multiple blast
holes of 1.5 to 2.5 m depth will be drilled with the help of 32 mm drill rod, Jack Hammer
and Air Compressor of 100 cfm capacity.
It is estimated about 250 g of explosives per hole is required. About 21-22 holes
per blast are proposed. Therefore, the requirement of explosives will be about
5.50 kg/blast/day. Blasting shall be done during hour or tea time with in the day light
hours following all precautionary / safety measures.
g. EXPLOSIVE USED
Only class 2 and class 6 explosive is proposed for use as given below:-
Booster (20%) Slurry explosive
Explosive
(Column charge) (80%)
Nitrate Fuel oil (NFO).
The NFO mixture can be readily produced at a site by mixing
nitrate (94.5 %) with diesel oil (5.5 %).
Initiator Delay/Electric detonators
h. STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVE
The magazine (explosive storage area) proposed within the complex.
3.(vi) RAW MATERIAL REQUIRED ALONG WITH ESTIMATED QUANTITY, LIKELY
SOURCE, MARKETING AREA OF FINAL PRODUCT/S, MODE OF TRANSPORT OF
RAW MATERIAL AND FINISHED PRODUCT
No raw material will be required for mining of Masonry / building stone. The final
product will be sent to consumer based on their demand. The mode of transportation
of raw material and finished product will be by road only. Tippers/ trucks will be used
for transportation to the end users.
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a. MINERAL RESERVES
The mineable reserves are arrived after deducting the reserves locked in mines safety
(blocked reserve) slope along with boundary in compliance with mineral concession
rules. The quantity of such kind of reserves is arrived as follows.
Table 4 : Reserve estimation details
BLOCKED RESERVES MINEABLE RESERVES
SECTION A-A'
BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON
425 25 110 2.5 6875 425 4 103 2.5 1030
420 60 110 2.5 16500 420 21 103 2.5 5407.5
415 87 110 2.5 23925 415 54 103 2.5 13905
410 112 110 2.5 30800 410 99 103 2.5 25492.5
405 137 110 2.5 37675 405 153 103 2.5 39397.5
400 162 110 2.5 44550 400 197 103 2.5 50727.5
395 187 110 2.5 51425 395 234 103 2.5 60255
390 212 110 2.5 58300 390 265 103 2.5 68237.5
385 237 110 2.5 65175 385 291 103 2.5 74932.5
380 262 110 2.5 72050 380 313 103 2.5 80597.5
375 386 110 2.5 106150 375 227 98 2.5 55615
370 455 110 2.5 125125 370 158 93 2.5 36735
SUB TOTAL 638550 SUB TOTAL 512332.5
BLOCKED RESERVES MINEABLE RESERVES
SECTION B-B'
BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON
440 34 37 2.5 3145 440 8 37 2.5 740
435 80 37 2.5 7400 435 3 37 2.5 277.5
430 112 37 2.5 10360 430 12 37 2.5 1110
425 138 37 2.5 12765 425 26 37 2.5 2405
420 163 37 2.5 15077.5 420 41 37 2.5 3792.5
415 188 37 2.5 17390 415 57 37 2.5 5272.5
410 213 37 2.5 19702.5 410 72 37 2.5 6660
405 238 37 2.5 22015 405 88 37 2.5 8140
400 267 37 2.5 24697.5 400 100 37 2.5 9250
395 303 37 2.5 28027.5 395 104 37 2.5 9620
390 339 37 2.5 31357.5 390 109 37 2.5 10082.5
385 375 37 2.5 34687.5 385 121 37 2.5 11192.5
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380 411 37 2.5 38017.5 380 174 37 2.5 16095
375 447 37 2.5 41347.5 375 231 37 2.5 21367.5
370 484 37 2.5 44770 370 253 37 2.5 23402.5
365 520 37 2.5 48100 365 266 37 2.5 24605
360 556 37 2.5 51430 360 278 37 2.5 25715
355 592 37 2.5 54760 355 289 37 2.5 26732.5
350 728 37 2.5 67340 350 200 37 2.5 18500
345 806 37 2.5 74555 345 169 37 2.5 15632.5
340 879 37 2.5 81307.5 340 188 37 2.5 17390
335 954 37 2.5 88245 335 196 37 2.5 18130
330 1028 37 2.5 95090 330 158 37 2.5 14615
325 1103 37 2.5 102027.5 325 186 37 2.5 17205
320 1176 37 2.5 108780 320 250 37 2.5 23125
315 1271 37 2.5 117567.5 315 258 35 2.5 22575
310 1412 37 2.5 130610 310 184 30 2.5 13800
SUB TOTAL 1370573 SUB TOTAL 367432.5
BLOCKED RESERVES MINEABLE RESERVES
SECTION C-C'
BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON BENCH M2 M DENSITY TON
430 55 83 2.5 11412.5 430 21 83 2.5 4357.5
425 91 83 2.5 18882.5 425 30 83 2.5 6225
420 128 83 2.5 26560 420 40 83 2.5 8300
415 166 83 2.5 34445 415 45 83 2.5 9337.5
410 201 83 2.5 41707.5 410 51 83 2.5 10582.5
405 237 83 2.5 49177.5 405 56 83 2.5 11620
400 272 83 2.5 56440 400 59 83 2.5 12242.5
395 307 83 2.5 63702.5 395 61 83 2.5 12657.5
390 343 83 2.5 71172.5 390 65 83 2.5 13487.5
385 378 83 2.5 78435 385 58 83 2.5 12035
380 453 83 2.5 93997.5 380 0 83 2.5 0
375 473 83 2.5 98147.5 375 0 83 2.5 0
370 498 83 2.5 103335 370 0 83 2.5 0
365 574 83 2.5 119105 365 22 71 2.5 3905
360 653 83 2.5 135497.5 360 101 66 2.5 16665
355 703 83 2.5 145872.5 355 173 61 2.5 26382.5
350 812 83 2.5 168490 350 160 56 2.5 22400
345 869 83 2.5 180317.5 345 93 51 2.5 11857.5
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SUB TOTAL 1496698 SUB TOTAL 182055
TOTAL 3505820 TOTAL 1061820
Extra mineral blocked 79285 Extra mineral blocked 0.0
GRAND TOTAL 3585105 GRAND TOTAL 1061820
Summarized Reserves (in MT)
Geological reserve (A) 4646925
Mineral reserve blocked in 7.5 m Buffer zone (B) 460940
Mineral reserve blocked in Benches (C) 3044880
Mined out quantity (D) 0
Extra mineral blocked (E) 79285
Mineral reserve = A- B + C+ D+E 1061820
b. YEAR WISE PRODUCTION DETAILS
The applicant is proposed to produce building stone working for period of about 12 years
with a production of 90,000 TPA. The details of year wise production for the project is
given in Table below.:-
Table 5 : Year production of building stone
Year Bench Production (MT)
I 445-440 75,000
II 440-405 86,820
III 405-395 90,000
IV 395-390 90,000
V 390-385 90,000
VI 385-380 90,000
VII 380-375 90,000
VIII 375-370 90,000
IX 370-355 90,000
X 355-345 90,000
XI 345-320 90,000
XII 320-310 90,000
Total 10,61,820
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c. MINERAL TRANSPORTATION
Loading of mineral from the quarry will be done by excavator and will be sent to the
crushing unit near the complex. Trucks / Tippers of 15 T will be used for
transportation of mineral from mine site to the crusher. It is expected that 20 trips will
be required on daily basis. For this, movement of truck per hour will be 4-5 only.
Thus, the impact due to movement of trucks from mine will be marginal and well
within the carrying capacity of the roads.
3.(vii) RESOURCE OPTIMIZATION/ RECYCLING AND REUSE ENVISAGED IN THE
PROJECT
Mineral will be utilized and sent for use to different end users for road and building
construction works. It is estimated that around 24,095 cu. m. of top soil will be
generated from the proposed project site, which will be properly stacked and will be
utilized for eco-restoration over the reclaimed areas in the post mine closure phase.
Also it is estimated that around 15,333 cu. m. of over burden is generated which will
be utilized in developing internal roads and at the end use the same will be used as
soil base for reclamation.
It is proposed to construct a storm water collection pond and de-siltation unit in the
lowest contour of the plot. The water requirement for sprinkling on sources of dust
emission, roads and for landscaping purposes can be met from the stored rain water
pond and thereby conserve the fresh water.
3.(viii) AVAILABILITY OF WATER ITS SOURCE, ENERGY / POWER REQUIREMENT
AND SOURCE
WATER
The total water requirement for the proposed mining activity is 16 KLD. The detailed
breakup of the same is given below:-
S. No. Particulars Quantity (KLD) Source
1. Domestic purpose (mine and ancillary) 2 Open well
2. Dust Suppression / Water sprinkling at mine
and ancillary units
12
3. Green belt / Plantation 2
Storm water pond
Total 16
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The water required will be sourced from the storm water reservoir. However, the
drinking water will be sourced from the open well and which will be treated /
disinfected before consumption. It is proposed to collect the storm water into the
Holding/ Siltation Tank by constructing appropriate channels all around the foot of hill
(garland drains). The channels will be constructed with intermediate check dams/silt
traps to prevent soil erosion. The sizing of the channels will be 1m x 1m.
The daily water balance diagram of the unit is given below:-
POWER
The total power requirement will be 75 kW for compressors which will be operated by
Diesel Engine. The source of electricity for domestic consumption within the quarry
site is from the supply of Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB).
3.(ix) QUANTITY OF WASTES TO BE GENERATED (LIQUID AND SOLID) AND SCHEME
FOR THEIR MANAGEMENT / DISPOSAL.
SOLID WASTE: It is estimated that around 24,095 cu. m. of top soil and 15,333 cu.
m. of over burden (OB) will be generated from the proposed mining operation and
which will be properly stacked.
LIQUID WASTE:
Domestic Sewage : The sewage to a tune of 1.6 KLD generated from the mine office/
labour quarters.
3.(x) SCHEMATIC REPRESENTATION OF THE FEASIBILITY DRAWING WHICH GIVE
INFORMATION OF EIA PURPOSE.
Not Applicable
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4.0 SITE ANALYSIS
4.(i) CONNECTIVITY
S. No. Particulars Distance & Direction
1. Nearest town Vilanagadu – 3 km., SE Vanimel – 7.5 km., SW Tripangottur – 8 km., W Kallachi – 14 km., S
2. Connecting Road 7 m. wide
3. Nearest Airport Calicut Int. Airport, Karipur, 95 km., S
4. Nearest Highway Manathavadi-Iritty - 8 km., NE Kuttiyadi-Manathavadi Highway -11 km., SE Kuttiyadi-Koothuparambu - 12 km., W Kallachi-Vilanganad road - 4.5 km. SW
5. Nearest Railway Station Vadakara, 30 km., SW
4.(ii) LAND FORM, LAND USE AND LAND OWNERSHIP
LANDFORM
The proposed building stone mine is covering an area of 5.107 ha. The lease area is
private own land. The lease area is devoid of any transmission lines, streams /
nallahs, forests, habitation, etc.
LAND USE
The land use pattern of the existing and proposed mining project is given below:
Table 6 : Land Use Details of project area
Sr. No.
Land Use Category Pre-Operational
(Ha.)
Operational for next five years
(Ha.)
Post Operational for life of
mine (Ha.)
1 Top Soil Dump Nil
2 Over burden Nil
Nil Nil
3 Excavation (Voids Only)
Nil 2.5501 4.3810 (4.2389 ha. Reclaimed by
plantation & 0.1421 ha. Convert into pond)
4 Road Nil 0.1001 Nil
5 Built Up Area Nil Nil Nil
6 Drainage/Pond Nil 0.1494 0.1494
7 Green belt Nil 0.5766 0.5766
8 Undisturbed Area 5.107 1.7308 Nil
Total 5.107 5.107 5.107
LAND OWNERSHIP
The land as per revenue records is a private own land and the site is rocky land with
mix plantation and other native species.
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4.(iii) TOPOGRAPHY (ALONG WITH MAP)
The proposed mine is a fresh mine. Some part of the proposed land is exposed rock
and there is no vegetation in that area. The remaining land in the proposed land is
mostly covered with native trees, shrubs, herbs, grass, climbers, bushes etc. The
topography of the lease area is hilly terrain. The highest elevation of the lease area is
445 m MSL and lowest is 310 m MSL. As the proposed area is hill rock, the drainage
of lease area is towards NW to SE. No habitants are located in the lease area. The
topographical contour map of the project site is attached.
4.(iv) EXISTING LAND USE PATTERN (AGRICULTURE, NON-AGRICULTURE, FOREST, WATER BODIES (INCLUDING AREA UNDER CRZ)), SHORTEST DISTANCES FROM THE PERIPHERY OF THE PROJECT TO THE PERIPHERY OF THE FORESTS, NATIONAL PARK, WILD LIFE SANCTUARY, ECO SENSITIVE AREAS, WATER BODIES (DISTANCE FROM THE HFL OF THE RIVER), CRZ IN CASE OF NOTIFIED INDUSTRIAL AREA.
Land Use Pattern:
The lease area is situated at Sy. Nos. 242/P, Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk,
Kozhikode District, Kerala for an area of 5.107 ha. The land use pattern of site is
provided at Table No. 6 above.
DISTANCES FROM THE PERIPHERY OF THE PROJECT TO THE PERIPHERY OF THE FORESTS, NATIONAL PARK, WILD LIFE SANCTUARY, ECO SENSITIVE AREAS, WATER BODIES, NOTIFIED INDUSTRIAL AREAS, CRZ AREA ETC.
Particulars Name & Distance to quarry site
Ecological sensitive zone (National Park, Sanctuary, Habitat for Migratory Birds, Tiger Reserve)
None within the study area
Critically Polluted Area as identified by CPCB None within the study area
Defense installations None within the study area
Archeological Features None within the study area
Nearest Forests Kannavam Noorakallu forest – 105 m., E Kottiyor Reserve forest – 12 km., NE Thondernadu forest – 9 km., E
Nearest streams/ rivers/ water bodies Poovathangadi thod (drain) – within 100 m. , E
Mahe River – about 2.5 km. , E
Poothamabara Puzha – about 11 km., SE
Kuttiyadi River – About 15 km. , S
Ancharakandi River – about 5.8 km., N
Kabini river – about 14 km., SE
Notified Industrial Area None within the study area
CRZ Area Not in CRZ Area
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4.(v) EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE
The existing infrastructure nearby to the project site includes tarred roads, electricity
supply from Kerala Electricity Board, water supply from Kerala Water Authority /
Panchayat supply, storm water drains along the roads.
4.(vi) SOIL CLASSIFICATION
Main rock type in the study area is charnockite granite. At places where they are
exposed, the charnockite granite is medium to coarse grained with dark grey quartz.
4.(vii) CLIMATIC DATA
Rainfall and climate
Kozhikode district experienced annual rainfall of 3698 mm in the year 2006. The high rainfall
areas in the district are Kakkayam dam site and Kakkayam Power House. Kakkayam dam
site has been experiencing more than 4500 mm of annual rainfall since 2000. It has been
noticed that rainfall displays an increasing trend towards north-eastern areas of the district.
The climate of the area is divided in to four seasons – summer, South West Tropical
Monsoon period, North East Tropical Monsoon period and winter. The SW and NE
monsoons mainly contribute rainfall in the area with 82.77 % of the rainfall. In 2006 during
winter (January to March), summer (April and May), SW tropical monsoonal (June to
October) and NE tropical monsoonal seasons, Kozhikode district received 0.49%, 16.74%,
72.15% and 10.63% rainfall respectively. The month of June experiences maximum rainfall.
The months of July, August and October also receive heavy rainfall. The agricultural activity
of the district depends on the onset of SW tropical monsoon.
Temperature
The minimum temperature ranges between 22 and 25.8º C and the maximum between 28.2
and 32.9º C. The temperature reaches its peak in the month of April and attains minimum in
January.
Relative Humidity
The relative humidity ranges from 74 to 92 % during morning hours and from 64 to 89% in
evening hours. The monsoon months record high humidity.
Wind speed
The wind speed ranges from 8.1 to 12.6 km/h. The maximum wind speed is during April and
minimum in November.
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Potential Evapotranspiration
The annual Potential Evapotranspiration (PET) is 1505.7 mm. The monthly PET ranges from
92.9 to 170.2 mm. The PET is less than the rainfall during May to November and hence the
possibility of recharge to ground water regime is more during these months.
(Source: District Survey Report, Kozhikode District, Kerala State)
4.(viii) SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE AVAILABLE
Table 7 : Social Infrastructure Details
S. No. Particulars Name, Distance & Direction from the quarry site
1. Land use Private owned land with rocky area
2. Nearest habitation 125 m. towards south east
3. Nearest Town Vilanagadu – 3 km., SE Vanimel – 7.5 km., SW Tripangottur – 8 km., W Kallachi – 14 km., S
4. Width of access road to site 7m wide road
5. Nearest Airport Calicut Int. Airport, Karipur, 95 km., S
6. Nearest Highway Manathavadi-Iritty - 8 km., NE Kuttiyadi-Manathavadi Highway -11 km., SE Kuttiyadi-Koothuparambu - 12 km., W Kallachi-Vilanganad road - 4.5 km. SW
7. Nearest Railway Station Vadakara, 30 km., SW
8. Power supply The total power requirement will be 75 kW for compressors which will be operated by Diesel Engine.
9. Nearest Hospital / dispensary Rahma Iqra community hospital – about 13 km, S Primary Health Centre – about 6.5 km., SW
10. Education facility St. George High School - 4 km., SE Govt. Welfare LP School, Velliyod - about 0.7 km., W
11. Police Station Valayam, about 10 km., SW
12. Fire Station Kallachi, about 14 km., SW
13. Ambulance Vanimel, about 8 km., SW
14. Church / temple / mosque Church :- � St. Mary’s Church, Abhyagiri – about 3.5 km., NW � St. Thomas Church Paloor – about 3.5 km., W Temple – Chelalakavu Bhagavathi temple – about 2 km., S Mosque – Marukulam Mosque – about 3 km., S
5.0 PLANNING BRIEF
5.(i) PLANNING CONCEPT (TYPE OF INDUSTRIES, FACILITIES, TRANSPORTATION ETC.) TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING / DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY CLASSIFICATION. The mining will be done by open cast semi-mechanized method of mining. The bench
height and width will be maintained 5 to 6 m. Excavated material is transported to the
crusher unit proposed within the complex for further processing. The proposed mine will
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have capacity to produce 90,000 TPA of building stone. It will be used for construction of
buildings & roads. Mineral will be transported by trucks / tippers to the end users.
The surface cum geological plan is attached at Annexure No. 7.
The production and development plan of the project is attached as Annexure No. 8.
5.(ii) POPULATION PROJECTION
About 30 Persons of employees proposed for the quarrying operation. Most of the
person will be sourced from neighboring villages. Thus there will be no increase in
population due to the project.
5.(iii) LAND USE PLANNING (BREAKUP ALONG WITH GREEN BELT ETC.)
The land use plan including the breakup along with green belt development area is
provided at Table No. 6 above.
5.(iv) ASSESSMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEMAND (PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL)
The mine site has its own approach road and well connected to the nearest public
road / highway, which will help in commutation of workers and transportation of
minerals. As such there is no major infrastructure facilities planned in this project and
does not call for importance. The main mining site and secondary access road will be
kept in a sufficient condition to allow access.
On the basis of the site visit, the infrastructure demand in the nearby villages will be
assessed on the basis of need and priority. Job opportunities are limited and newer
avenues of skill development for income generation are required.
5.(v) AMENITIES/ FACILITIES
Following facilities are provided for the smooth working of the mine:-
� Mine office / Site office
� Magazine area for storage of explosive
� Parking area for vehicles
� Storm water collection pond
� Canteen / Mess for workers
� Accommodation for workers
� First aid room
� Store facility
� Toilet facility
� Drinking water facilities
� Rest shelters: Rest shelter room is provided to take lunch and rest for the mine workers.
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6.0 PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE
6.(i) INDUSTRIAL AREA (PROCESSING AREA)
The project site area is not located in an industrial area. The project is a mining project
and is site specific.
6.(ii) RESIDENTIAL AREA (NON PROCESSING AREA)
As the local person will be given priority in employment, no permanent residential area /
housing is proposed only labour sheds are provided within the complex.
6.(iii) GREEN BELT
The year wise programme of eco-restoration for the life of mine will be made and
about 4,800 trees will be planted in an area of 4.8156 ha. The details of eco
restoration and green belt development plan are provided in Environment
Management Plan (EMP) attached with this report.
6.(iv) SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The Social Infrastructure facility available around the site is provided at Table No. 7
above.
6.(v) CONNECTIVITY (TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION ROAD / RAIL / METRO /
WATER WAYS ETC.)
The site is very well connected by road network to the mine, district headquarter and to
the nearest towns. The area is self sufficient to cater the needs of the project.
6.(vi) DRINKING WATER MANAGEMENT (SOURCE AND SUPPLY OF WATER)
The water required for the project will be sourced from the storm water reservoir and
from well. The drinking water to a tune of 2 KLD will be sourced from the open well
which will be treated / disinfected before consumption.
6.(vii) SEWERAGE SYSTEM
The sewage to a tune of 1.6 KL will be generated daily from the mine office/labour
quarters will be diverted to the septic tank followed by soak pit.
6.(viii) INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT
There will be no industrial waste generation due to proposed project.
6.(ix) SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
(i) Topsoil Management
A total quantity about 24,095 cu.m. of topsoil is proposed to be removed during the
mining operations. The topsoil excavated from the quarry will be dumped / stacked
separately at pre-determined place and subsequently will be utilized in spreading over
reclaimed areas for plantation as part of eco-restoration. Precautions will be taken to
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limit the height of the topsoil dump / stacked to 5 to 6 meters in order to preserve its
fertility and shelf life. It will be suitably protected from soil erosion and infertility by
planting fodder grass and leguminous plants during temporary storage.
(ii) Overburden Management
About 15,333 cu. m of overburden (OB) will be generated throughout the mine life. This
waste will be utilized within the pit for lying of haul roads. At the end use, OB can be
reutilized as soil base for plantation.
6.(x) POWER REQUIREMENT AND SUPPLY / SOURCE
The total power requirement will be 75 kW for compressors which will be operated by
Diesel Engine. The domestic supply will be met from the supply of Kerala State
Electricity Board (KSEB).
7.0 REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT (R & R PLAN)
7.(i) POLICY TO BE ADOPTED (CENTRAL/ STATE) IN RESPECT OF THE PROJECT
AFFECTED PERSONS INCLUDING HOME OUSTEES, LAND OUSTEES AND
LANDLESS LABOUR (A BRIEF OUTLINE TO BE GIVEN)
The proposed site is private own land and hence there is no rehabilitation and
resettlement. It is a small quarry project and there is no habitation in the lease area,
therefore rehabilitation & resettlement plan is not required / applicable for this project.
8.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES
8.(i) LIKELY DATE OF START OF PRODUCTION AND LIKELY DATE OF COMPLETION
(TIME SCHEDULE FOR THE PROJECT WILL BE GIVEN).
Table 7 : Expected Time Schedule for the Project
Time Schedule (in month)* Remark If any S. No. Particulars
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
1. Environmental Clearance
2. Consent To Establish Project Establishment Period
3. Consent To Operate Production Start Period
*Time line may vary; subjected to rules & regulation / & other unforeseen circumstances
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8.(ii) ESTIMATED PROJECT COST ALONG WITH ANALYSIS IN TERMS OF ECONOMIC
VIABILITY OF THE PROJECT
The proposed project cost will be about Rs. 3.5 Crores .
Table 8 : Estimated Project Cost and Economic Viability
S. No. Particulars Details
1. Quarrying Cost Rs. 200/- Per Ton
2. Transportation with Crushing cost Rs. 250/- Per Ton
3. Royalty & Other Expenses Rs. 100/- Per Ton
4. Total Cost of Production Rs. 550/- Per Ton
5. Selling Price Rs. 650/- Per Ton
6. Gross Profit Rs. 100/- Per Ton
7. Gross Profit / Annum ( 90,000 Tons x Rs. 100/- ) Rs. 90,00,000/- Per Annum
9.0 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL
9.(i) FINANCIAL AND SOCIAL BENEFITS WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON THE
BENEFITS TO THE LOCAL PEOPLE INCLUDING TRIBAL POPULATION, IF ANY, IN
THE AREA.
No tribal population is residing in the study area. There will be social benefits from the
mining operations. The core benefit of the proposed quarry project is the availability of
Masonry building stone for construction industries. A detailed study on social status of
the project site surroundings & need base study on proposed CSR activities were carried
out and the details are provided in attached Environment Management Plan.
LETTER OF INTENT (LOI) Annexure No. 1
SITE PHOTOGRAPHS OF
M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
Annexure No. 2
ROUTE MAP OF THE QUARRY SITE OF M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
Annexure No. 3
ROUTE TO THE QUARRY:
1.Kallachi to Vanimel ( 7.0 Km)
2.Vanimel to Quarry Site ( 8.0 km)
GOOGLE MAP OF M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
Annexure No. 4
KEY MAP – QUARRY SITE OF M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD. Annexure No. 5
Latitude Longitute
BP1 11°46' 57.36"N 75°43' 39.73"E
BP2 11°46' 57.50"N 75°43' 39.28"E
BP3 11°46' 59.56"N 75°43' 32.57"E
BP4 11°46' 57.38"N 75°43' 32.16"E
BP5 11°46' 56.13"N 75°43' 31.92"E
BP6 11°46' 56.04"N 75°43' 31.70"E
BP7 11°46' 57.42"N 75°43' 27.77"E
BP8 11°47' 00.27"N 75°43' 28.81"E
BP9 11°47' 02.62"N 75°43' 29.64"E
BP10 11°47' 04.24"N 75°43' 33.44"E
BP11 11°47' 02.89"N 75°43' 37.80"E
Degree,Minute Second
POINT NO
Latitude Longitute
BP1 11°46' 57.36"N 75°43' 39.73"E
BP2 11°46' 57.50"N 75°43' 39.28"E
BP3 11°46' 59.56"N 75°43' 32.57"E
BP4 11°46' 57.38"N 75°43' 32.16"E
BP5 11°46' 56.13"N 75°43' 31.92"E
BP6 11°46' 56.04"N 75°43' 31.70"E
BP7 11°46' 57.42"N 75°43' 27.77"E
BP8 11°47' 00.27"N 75°43' 28.81"E
BP9 11°47' 02.62"N 75°43' 29.64"E
BP10 11°47' 04.24"N 75°43' 33.44"E
BP11 11°47' 02.89"N 75°43' 37.80"E
Degree,Minute Second
POINT NO
Year Bench Production (MT)
I 445-440 75,000
II 440-405 86,820
III 405-395 90,000
IV 395-390 90,000
V 390-385 90,000
Latitude Longitute
BP1 11°46' 57.36"N 75°43' 39.73"E
BP2 11°46' 57.50"N 75°43' 39.28"E
BP3 11°46' 59.56"N 75°43' 32.57"E
BP4 11°46' 57.38"N 75°43' 32.16"E
BP5 11°46' 56.13"N 75°43' 31.92"E
BP6 11°46' 56.04"N 75°43' 31.70"E
BP7 11°46' 57.42"N 75°43' 27.77"E
BP8 11°47' 00.27"N 75°43' 28.81"E
BP9 11°47' 02.62"N 75°43' 29.64"E
BP10 11°47' 04.24"N 75°43' 33.44"E
BP11 11°47' 02.89"N 75°43' 37.80"E
Degree,Minute Second
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A REPORT ON
BASELINE ENVIRONMENT DATA
&
ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR
BUILDING STONE QUARRY
(MINOR MINERAL) PROJECT
OF
M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
SITE AT
VALAYAM VILLAGE, VADAKARA TALUK, KOZHIKODE DISTRICT, KERALA
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1. INTRODUCTION
The building Stone Quarry (Minor Mineral) project of M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd. at Sy.
Nos. 242/P, Valayam Village, Vadakara Taluk, Kozhikode District, Kerala for an area of 5.107 ha.
The first step in the identification of impact assessment of a development project is the assessment
of existing environment. The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is a site specific plan
developed to ensure that the project is implemented in an environmentally sustainable manner and
to understand the potential environmental risks arising from the proposed project and take
appropriate actions to minimize those risks. EMP also ensures that the project implementation is
carried out in accordance with the planned design and by taking appropriate mitigative actions to
reduce adverse environmental impacts during the project’s life cycle.
2. AREAS FOR IDENTIFICATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS AND IMPACTS
The environmental parameters likely to be affected by mining are related to many factors, i.e.
physical, social, economic, agriculture. Opencast mining involves drilling, blasting, loading and
transport of the mineral, stacking of topsoil &overburden. The excavated mineral will be crushed
in a crusher plant and the final product from the crusher will be transported via trucks to the end
user. The operations may disturb environment of the area in various ways, such as removal of
mass, change of landscape, flora and fauna of the area, surface drainage, and change in air,
water and soil quality. While for the purpose of development and economic up-liftment of
people, there is need for establishment of mining industries, but these should be environment
friendly. Therefore, it is essential to assess the impacts of mining on different environmental
parameters, before starting the mining operations, so that abatement measures could be
planned in advance for eco-friendly mining in the area.
BASELINE ENVIRONMENT DATA
The areas of environmental concerns for which the impacts and their predictions are taken into
consideration are :-
• Air Environment
• Water Environment
• Noise Environment
• Land Environment
• Biological Environment
• Socio-Economic Environment
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The baseline environmental status of the different environments mentioned above is assessed
through primary data collection, field monitoring through NABL accredited laboratory and from
secondary sources. The baseline environment status for different environments is given below:
� AIR ENVIRONMENT
The prime objective of the baseline ambient air monitoring was to evaluate the existing air
quality of the area. This will also be useful for assessing the conformity the standards of the
ambient air quality during the operation of the proposed mine.
METEOROLOGICAL PARAMETERS
Rainfall and climate
Kozhikode district experienced annual rainfall of 3698 mm in the year 2006. The high rainfall
areas in the district are Kakkayam dam site and Kakkayam Power House. Kakkayam dam site
has been experiencing more than 4500 mm of annual rainfall since 2000. It has been noticed
that rainfall displays an increasing trend towards north-eastern areas of the district.
The climate of the area is divided in to four seasons – summer, South West Tropical Monsoon
period, North East Tropical Monsoon period and winter. The SW and NE monsoons mainly
contribute rainfall in the area with 82.77% of the rainfall. In 2006 during winter (January to
March), summer (April and May), SW tropical monsoonal (June to October) and NE tropical
monsoonal seasons, Kozhikode district received 0.49%, 16.74%, 72.15% and 10.63% rainfall
respectively. The month of June experiences maximum rainfall. The months of July, August and
October also receive heavy rainfall. The agricultural activity of the district depends on the onset
of SW tropical monsoon.
Temperature
The minimum temperature ranges between 22 and 25.8º C and the maximum between 28.2
and 32.9º C. The temperature reaches its peak in the month of April and attains minimum in
January.
Relative Humidity
The relative humidity ranges from 74 to 92% during morning hours and from 64 to 89% in
evening hours. The monsoon months record high humidity.
Wind speed
The wind speed ranges from 8.1 to 12.6 km/h. The maximum wind speed is during April and
minimum in November.
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Potential Evapotranspiration
The annual Potential Evapotranspiration (PET) is 1505.7 mm. The monthly PET ranges from
92.9 to 170.2 mm. The PET is less than the rainfall during May to November and hence the
possibility of recharge to ground water regime is more during these months.
(Source: District Survey Report, Kozhikode District, Kerala State)
AMBIENT AIR MONITORING
Field monitoring studies for 24 hourly frequencies was carried out to evaluate the base line
status of the project site in compliance with MoEF guidelines.
Ambient Air Quality Field Monitoring Values
Results :- The field monitoring of ambient air quality was carried out by an NABL accredited
laboratory. The copy of the ambient air quality field monitoring report is attached at Annexure
No. A.
Conclusion :- From the field measurement results of the ambient air, it is observed from the
report that the ambient air quality at site within the prescribed standards (NAAQS) with respect
to PM10, PM2.5, NOx and SO2.
� WATER ENVIRONMENT
The purpose of this study is to:-
• Assess the water quality characteristics for critical parameters;
• Predict the likely impacts on water quality due to the project and related activities.
WATER MONITORING
To analyze the suitability of water for mining purpose, water sample to analyze the suitability of
water near to the project site were collected by NABL accredited laboratory and samples were
analyzed for physical, chemical and biological parameters.
The sample was collected by grab sampling technique. The sample was analyzed as per the
procedures specified in ‘Standard Methods for the Examination of Water & Wastewater’
published by American Public Health Association (APHA).
Water Quality Monitoring Values
Results :- The field monitoring of water sample was collected by an NABL accredited
laboratory. The copy of the water sample report is attached at Annexure No. B.
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Conclusion: - The water samples collected and analyzed from the site, it is observed that the
water quality of water is fit after filtration, disinfection & treatment for further consumption for
activities attached with the mining operations.
HYDROGEOLOGY
Groundwater occurs in the weathered, fractured, crystalline and alluvial formations in the
district. Phreatic conditions exist in weathered formation and are mostly developed by dug wells
for domestic and irrigation purposes. Semi-confined conditions exist in deep fractures and
storage and movement of groundwater is mainly controlled by the fracture system. Deep high
yielding bore wells are located along fractures / lineaments.
The district is divisible into two hydrological provinces viz., (i) the eastern Wayanad Plateau
where dug wells give moderate yield and bore wells are feasible along fracture planes and (ii)
the western mountains, which are generally unsuitable for groundwater development but the
valleys with thick alluvium sustain dug wells. All the four blocks in the district are having similar
hydrogeological conditions. The major water bearing formations in the district are
weathered/fractured crystallines, alluvium and valley fills.
(Source: Central Ground Water Information Booklet, Kozhikode District, Kerala )
� NOISE ENVIRONMENT
The main objective of noise monitoring in the study area is to establish the baseline noise levels
and assess the impact of the total noise expected to be generated during the mining operations in
the project site.
Instant sound level meter is used for the collection of data related to noise at an interval of one
hour per reading. Noise level for 24 hours was conducted for one day within the site. The details of
the instrument used for noise level sampling are given below:-
Noise (Sound) Measuring Instrument
Instrument Make Model No. Instrument
Identification
Detection Limit
Integrated Sound Level Measurement
Instrument Standard Accessories
Lutron SL-4001 SAL/NOISE/INT/01 Lo 30-80dB
Hi 80-130dB
Testing Method to be followed
Particular Testing Method to be Followed
Noise Level Measurement
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A Noise Level in dB (A) for continuous
24 hours at 1 hour interval
Operational Manual of Noise level Meter, Model No. DT -
805 issued by Mextech
Noise Level Monitoring Values
Results :- The field monitoring of ambient noise level was collected by an NABL accredited
laboratory. The copy of the ambient noise level report is attached at Annexure No. C.
Conclusion: - The water samples collected and analyzed from the site, it is observed from the
above monitoring results that the Noise levels at monitoring station is within the prescribed
national standards.
� LAND ENVIRONMENT
A. REGIONAL GEOLOGY
The district can be divided into three geological belts viz., (i) a linear NW-SE trending gneissic
belt, along the middle extending from north to south, (ii) a charnockite belt occupying areas in
the northeast and south, extending to the adjacent districts and also occurring as pockets within
the gneissic terrain and (iii) a narrow coastal belt. Granite gneiss belonging to the Peninsular
Gneissic Complex is the oldest unit of the area and occurs north of Alampore. Charnockite
belonging to the Charnockite Group has a very wide distribution, especially in the northeast and
south with variations like biotite-hypersthene gneiss, biotite-hornblende-hypersthene gneiss and
hornblendehypersthene gneiss. Magnetite quartzite, another unit of this group, occurs as
narrow linear bodies within charnockite. Hornblende-biotite gneiss of the Migmatite Complex
extends from north to south and is well foliated. Garnetiferous quartzo-feldspathic gneiss,
another member of Migmatite Complex, occurs as lenses within charnockite, in the east. NW-
SE trending dolerite dykes. These dykes are 10-20m wide. Pebble beds occur on the coast and
along banks of the Beypore river. The pebble bed is associated with grit and clay and it is
lateritised. It comprises well rounded pebbles of quartz, granite, quartzite and granulite. It is
considered to be of Pleistocene origin. Sporadic laterite is recorded from the charnockite
country to the southwest. Quaternary deposits are of marine and fluvial origin. Periyar
Formation is a fluvial deposit comprising an admixture of sand, silt and clay. Guruvayur
Formation is a strand line deposit of palaeo-marine origin and mostly comprises medium- to fine
sand. Kadappuram Formation represents contemporary marine deposits, constituting the
present and barrier beach (Figure 1). The geology of the district given above may be read with
the “Geology of Kerala” which is given as Annexure 1 for better understanding of geological
succession and stratigraphic sequence.
(Source: District Survey Report, Kozhikode District, Kerala State)
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B. LOCAL GEOLOGY
The local geology belongs to the regional geology. Main rock type in the study area is charnockite.
At places where they are exposed, charnockite is medium to coarse grained with dark grey quartz.
The highest elevation within the project site is 445 m. MSL and lowest area is 310 m. MSL.
Topographically, the area is undulating with slope towards NW to SE.
� BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Study of biological environment is one of the important aspects in Environmental Impact
Assessment in view of the need for conservation of Environmental quality. A detailed
enumeration of species was carried out. Occurrences of flora at various locations were observed
and typical plant species were collected. The visual observations of plants were recorded with a
view to obtain some idea about the relative density of certain species and their predominance.
The Bio-diversity assessment report is attached at Annexure No. D.
� SOCIO ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
To identify the needs of the nearby community to the project site, a community need
assessment study was carried out in Vanimel Gram Panchayat. The main purpose of the study
was to assist the project proponent in delivering their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). As
per the guidelines of Company’s Act (Amendment) 2013, the study was mainly focused on the
following areas.
1. Promotion of education
2. Environmental sustainability
3. Development of infrastructure facilities
4. Health care
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ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)
The Environment Management Plan (EMP) for a development project prescribes the mitigation
measures to be adopted to nullify or to minimize various anticipated environment impacts so as
to ensure nill / low impact due to the project to the surrounding environment. This will ensure
sustainable development and environment friendly mining operations. The Environment
Management Plan for various facets of environment are given below : -
� AIR ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Drilling, Blasting & Transportation
Apart from the mining operations of drilling & blasting, movement of vehicles like dumpers,
trucks, tankers etc. will generate dust. The transportation activities on unpaved area will results
in fugitive emissions to the tune of 1.261 kg/VkmT for PM10 and 0.126 kg/VkmT for PM2.5.
(Calculation based on USEPA- AP 42 series.).
Gaseous Emission rate due to transportation
CO 5.45 g/kWh
HC 0.78 g/kWh
NOx 5.0 g/kWh
MITIGATION MEASURES:
Mining activities will generate certain quantities of dust during drilling, blasting, loading and
transportation operations. The following measures will be taken to mitigate the fugitive dust from
these operations.
� Laying of haul road as per the standards, black topping of permanent haul road and
service road to avoid or eliminate air – borne dust.
� To avoid the dust generation from the drilling operations, wet drilling method will be
adopted.
� Drill machines will be equipped with dust collectors.
� Use of appropriate explosives for blasting and avoiding overcharging of blast holes.
� Controlled blasting techniques will be adopted.
� Watering of haul road and other road at regular intervals.
� Provision of dust filters/ mask to workers working at highly dust prone and affected areas.
� Provision of green belt all along the periphery of the lease area.
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� Periodical monitoring of ambient air quality in and around the lease area.
The extracted mineral will be transported from the quarry to the end user by adopting
following measures so as to minimize dust emissions.
� In case of long transportation the trucks after loading will be covered with tarpaulin sheets.
� Speed of the vehicles will be maintained within the prescribed limits.
� Trucks will not be over loaded and will be maintained to the body level.
The proposed mining activity is attached with a crusher operation. The following measures are
being taken to control the dust emissions:-
� The unit is based on latest green technology and the entire unit is closed loop with proper
control strategies
� The unit is well equipped with dust extraction system like bag filters at all traverse points
to control the dust emissions.
� Closed conveyor system with water sprinkling arrangements are adopted in this unit
� Sufficient water is used to maintain the moisture content to control the fugitive emissions
throughout the system
� WATER ENVIRONMENT
A. Water for Domestic Consumption
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
From the analysis report of the water sample collected, it is observed the water from the thodu
(drain) water is having Coliform bacteria / pH level which are in excess of the permissible
standard. The consumption of non potable water can lead to water borne diseases and which
will affect the health of workers attached to project.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
It is suggested to adopt appropriate treatment / filtration / disinfection of water before
consumption.
B. Domestic Sewage
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
The domestic sewage generation, if discharged untreated, can contaminate the ground water
and other ground & surface water sources.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
The sewage to the tune of 1.60 KLD will be generated from the site and the same will be
diverted to the septic tank followed by soak pit.
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C. Storm water contamination with silt
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Mining activities may cause adverse impacts due to siltation due to runoff/ storm water. An
impact due to soil erosion during monsoon period is also significant in nature. This also has the
potential to clog the water channels and to spoil agriculture.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
Some of the control measures adopted for controlling water pollution due to the siltation of storm
water by mining operations are as follows:-
� Storm water drains with silt traps will be suitably constructed all along the periphery of the
pit area (Garland drains) to collect the run-off from the lease area and divert into the storm
water pond/tanks proposed within the complex.
� Appropriate channelization of storm water with channels of sufficient width
� All measures will be taken not to disturb the existing drainage pattern adjacent to the
other property.
� De-siltation traps and storm water collection pond proposed for silt removal.
� The storm water collected from the lease area will be utilized for dust suppression on haul
roads, plantation within the premises, etc.
� The layout of channelization of storm water from the project site is shown in the
environmental plan and in the storm water drainage plan which are attached at Annexure
No. E & F respectively.
� Construction of check dams and collecting channel all around at the foot of the hill to
prevent soil erosion during the monsoon season and also to collect the storm water for
various use within the mine lease area.
D. Consumption of water – A Natural Resource
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
The mining operations require large quantity of water for dust suppression, wetting of roads etc.
Therefore, if appropriate measures are not adopted, it will lead to withdrawal of large quantity of
ground water and which will deplete the ground water table.
MITIGATION MEASURES – CONSERVATION OF WATER
� The quarry site has got potential to store large quantity of storm water. The storing of
surface run-off can be done in a storm water collection pond. Stored storm water can be
used for dust suppression & greenbelt development which will reduce / eliminate the
usage of fresh water. Therefore, the conservation of water is achieved. A storm water
collection pond with adequate capacity will be construct at site which is outside the mine
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lease area. This will be fenced so as to avoid accidents. The settled dust particles within
the storm water collection pond will be removed periodically.
� Further, in the mine closure phase of the mine, a large area is proposed to be used as
surface run-off storage structure. The stored rain water will be used for maintenance of
eco-restoration carried out in the mine lease area.
� NOISE ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Drilling, blasting, compressors, plying of vehicles and loading & unloading of materials are the
main sources of noise in the project area. The expected noise level from the above mentioned
operations are given below:
S. No. List of equipments Range dB (A)
1. Excavator 95-100
2. Hydraulic Jack Hammer 95 -100
3. Compressor 92-95
4. Trucks/ Tippers 84-86
The nearest house is located at about 125 m. from the project site and predicted noise levels at
different distances from the source is given below:-
Distance from the source Predicted noise levels without EMP, dB(A)
50 65
125 60.5
200 58
300 54.5
400 52
500 50
MITIGATION MEASURES
The following noise control measures are to be undertaken to bring down the noise levels:-
� Proper maintenance of machinery, equipments and improvement on design of machines.
� Use of personal protective devices i.e., earmuffs and earplugs by workers, who are
working in high noise generating areas.
� Creation of wide green belt of dense foliage between mine areas and residential colonies.
� Regular medical check-up related health problems
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� Proper training to personnel to create awareness about adverse noise level effects.
� Planned noise monitoring at suitable locations in the plant and outside location for proper
effective remedial actions.
� LAND ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
A. Land use change
Any mining activity may alter the land use pattern in the lease area
B. Loss of Top soil & overburden
C. Soil erosion due to storm water
MITIGATION MEASURES
In order to minimize the adverse affects, the following suggestions have been made.
� Concurrent eco restoration will be carried out.
� Construction of check dams and collecting channel all around at the foot of the hill to
prevent soil erosion during the monsoon season and also to collect the storm water for
various use within the mine lease area.
� Green belt development along the boundary of the lease area.
� It is proposed to reclaim the pit area and this area will be suitably planted with local
species for eco-restoration in all possible means.
� Proper barricading and monitoring of the water stored area will be taken up to prevent
accidents (if any)
� It is estimated that around 24,095 cu. m. of top soil will be generated from the proposed
pit, which will be properly stacked and will be utilized for plantation over the reclaimed
areas.
� It is also estimated that around 15,333 cu. m. of OB is generated which will be utilized in
developing internal roads.
D. OTHER ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS IN LAND ENVIRONMENT
1. GROUND VIBRATIONS
The only source of ground vibrations is due to blasting operations. Based on the ground
vibration studies made earlier proper care will be taken during blasting.
2. BLASTING HAZARDS
Blasting in mining areas may give rise to ground vibrations. Fly rock is another problem that
deserves attention. Based on the ground vibration studies made earlier, proper precautions will
be taken during blasting operations for controlling the ground vibrations.
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MITIGATION MEASURES
The mitigation measures for addressing the various impacts due to blasting operation are
presented below.
Controlled blasting technique will be adopted in this project in order to reduce blast vibrations.
Further, charge per delay will be regulated to minimize blast vibrations. Proper hook-up will be
adopted while firing the drill holes. Moreover the experience gained in other open cast mines
would be gainfully utilized to limit the ground vibration levels within the prescribed limit of
15 mm/sec (as per DGMS). In practice, this is kept much less to about 10mm/sec.
In addition, the following guidelines will be adopted wherever required to check the ground
vibrations:-
� The maximum charge per delay will not be more than 10 kg so as to limit the PPV values to
10mm/ sec. (As against the permissible 15 mm/ sec.).
� Optimum delay sequence and stem to column ratio will be maintained to minimize the fly
rock distance and ground vibration intensity.
� Basing on the distance of the nearest sensitive areas from the epicenter of the blast, charge
weight will be altered to meet the stipulated standards.
� Design of optimum blast hole geometry considering bench height, diameter of hole, type of
explosive, nature of rock, level of fragmentation required etc.
� Divide total charge/ blast in several parts so as to keep minimum explosive per delay i.e.
use of millisecond delay detonators & relays.
� Avoid concentration of explosive by using deck charging.
� Avoiding blasting in unfavorable weather conditions.
3. FLY ROCK CONTROL MEASURES
There are a large number of factors that influence fly rocks. Most important of these factors are
long explosive columns with little stemming at the mouth of the hole, irregular shape of face,
long water column in holes, loose stones on face of the surface blasting area, and strong wind.
MITIGATION MEASURES
Certain preventive measures will be taken to minimize the risks arising from flying fragments.
These are given below:-
� Marking of danger zone: - The blasting area will be marked off as danger zone with red
flags, or other appropriate signs, and entry of any unauthorized person into this zone will
be prohibited during blasting operation.
� Warning signals: - An audible warning signal will be given, fifteen minutes before actual
firing of blast to enable persons to move out of danger zone. For this purpose, a set of
sirens/ hooters will be provided at appropriate places.
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� Providing blasting shelters: - In order to protect the personnel engaged in blasting
operations, blasting shelters will be provided for taking shelter during blasting.
4. AIR BLAST CONTROL MEASURES
The release of explosive energy through air and movement of fragmented rocks are primary
causes for noise and air over pressure during blasting.
MITIGATION MEASURES
Adoption of the following measures while carrying out blasting operation will help in reducing the
intensity of air blasts and will also minimize the noise level associated with the air blasts. The
measures suggested are given below:-
� Avoiding overcharging of blast holes
� Adequate stemming
� Maintaining proper inter-hole & inter-row delays.
� BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL IMPACTS
Clearing and cutting of trees, shrubs & herbs during the mining operations will have impact on
biological environment by way of loss of habitat, loss of biodiversity. In order to compensate the
anticipated impacts due to the mining activity, the following measures are proposed:
MITIGATION MEASURES
1. COMPENSATORY MASS PLANTATION PROGRAMME
An area equivalent to about 5-10% of the area proposed for quarrying is reserved in the area
owned by the project proponent outside the proposed quarry for compensatory mass plantation.
The area selected is such that there is enough depth of top soil and overburden and the
quarrying in this area is not proposed in future. For this purpose, the land is dedicated reserve
for compensatory mass plantation so as to minimize the loss of biodiversity due to the mining
activity.
2. GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT/ ECO-RESTORATION
In the concurrent eco-restoration of mine, about 4,800 trees will be planted in an area of
4.8155 ha.
3. RECOMMENDED SPECIES FOR ECO-RESTORATION PROGRAM
The following recommendations were made for the sustainable development of the project so
as to protect the biodiversity of the area. As far as possible, all the endemic trees (if any)
identified from the project site will be protected as part of green zone. In addition to this, the
following species of native plants can be planted in the area earmarked for green zone and also
during mine closure.
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Sl No. Trees Sl No. Shrubs
1 Lagerstroemia microcarpa 1 Dendrocalamus strictus
2 Holarrhena pubescens 2 Bambusa bambos
3 Schleichera oleosa 3 Helicteres isora
4 Stereospermum colais 4 Embelia tsjeriam-cottam
5 Persea macrantha 5 Cycas circinalis
6 Wrightia tinctoria 6 Justicia adhatoda
7 Terminalia paniculata 7 Mussaenda frondosa
8 Tabernaemontana alternifolia 8 Ochlandra sp.
9 Tectona grandis 9 Bambusa vulgaris
10 Terminalia bellirica 10 Ixora coccinea
11 Mangifera indica 11 Ixora brachiata
12 Dalbergia latifolia 12 Clerodendrum infortunatum
13 Chionanthus mala-elengi 13 Capparis rheedii
14 Grewia tiliifolia 14 Premna serratifolia
15 Xylia xylocarpa 15 Strobilanthes ciliatus
� SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
Introduction
To identify the needs of the nearby community to the project site, a community need
assessment study was carried out in Vanimel Gram Panchayat. The main purpose of the study
was to assist the project proponent in delivering their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). As
per the guidelines of Company’s Act (Amendment) 2013, the study was mainly focused on the
following areas.
1. Promotion of education
2. Environmental sustainability
3. Development of infrastructure facilities
4. Health care
Approach adopted
To conduct the study, primary and secondary data were used.
Primary Data: Stake holder interviews, unstructured interview, field observation, and telephonic
survey.
Secondary data: Yearly Project Document and Development Charter of the Panchayat.
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Identified Corporate Social Responsibility
The Socio - Economic expert conducted need assessment study in Vanimel Grama Panchayat
and identified Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the project proponent. The identified
CSR activities are given below :-
1. Promotion of Education
A. The development of infrastructure facility of LP School is is the responsibility of Local self
Government. The project can support the Gram Panchayat to improve the infrastructure
facilities of LP school near to the project site.
Particulars Basis of Calculation Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Smart Class room Rs. 80,000 x 1 smart class rooms
80,000 Non recurring
Maintenance of urinal block Lump sum 50,000 Non recurring
Table and chairs Rs.3,000 per set x 10 sets 30,000 Non recurring
Total 1,60,000
B. To improve the facilities of higher secondary school in the Gram Panchayat, the project can
support the school with the guidance and support of PTA and Local Self Government.
Particulars Basis of Calculation Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Smart class room Rs. 80,000 x 1 smart class rooms
80,000 Non recurring
Child friendly painting Rs. 80 per sq. ft x 1,000
80,000 Non recurring
Maintenance of urinal Lump sum 50,000 Non recurring
Total 2,10,000
C. As part of promotion of education, the project can start a scholarship and sponsorship
programme for children from economically backward families. This initiative will help the
children to pursue professional education.
Particulars Basis of Calculation Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Scholarship for Engineering, medicine like professional courses
Rs. 10,000 per student
x 2 students
20,000 Recurring
School kit (Bag, Uniform, bag etc.)
Rs. 1,000 per kit x 50 Kits
50,000 Non Recurring
Total 70,000
2. Environmental Sustainability
A. To enhance the ground water table, the project can introduce well recharge (ground water
recharging by rain water harvesting) programme in the region of water scarcity. The areas /
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places were recharge structures are to be installed; the same will be done in consultation &
association with Gram Panchayat.
Particulars Basis of Calculation Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Well recharge Rs. 15,000 x 15 wells 2,25,000 Recurring
Total 2,25,000
3. Development of Infrastructure
A. To improve the living standards of people from economically backward families, the project
can provide support for the construction of houses and toilets. To identify the beneficiaries and
execute the programme, the project can work in association with Village Extension Officer and
Gram Panchayat.
Particulars Basis of Calculation Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Assistance in construction of houses
Rs. 25,000 per beneficiary x 6 houses
1,50,000 Recurring
Assistance in construction of toilets
Rs. 15,000 per beneficiary x 7 toilets
1,05,000 Non recurring
Total 2,55,000
4. Health Care
A. The project can support to conduct cancer detection camp/ medical camp in association with
Gram Panchayat and PHC. The deserving patients will be provided treatment support and
medicine.
Particulars Amount (in Rs.) Total (in Rs.) Type of Expense
Treatment support Rs. 5,000 x 10 patients 50,000 Recurring
Medicine support Rs. 500 x 10 people x 12 months 60,000 Recurring
Total 1,10,000
Summary of the above CSR Activities
Sl. No
Areas of Intervention No. of Intervention
Recurring Expenses (in Rs.)
Non Recurring Expenses (in Rs.)
1 Promotion of education 03 20,000 4,20,000
2 Environment sustainability 01 2,25,000 Nil
3 Development of
Infrastructure
01 1,50,000 1,05,000
4 Health care 01 1,10,000 Nil
Total 06 5,05,000 5,25,000
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� MINE CLOSURE PLAN
Various works that are to be taken up under the mine closure plan includes:-
(i) Re-vegetation: It is proposed to develop green belt to about 85% which includes areas
like along mine lease boundary (7.5 m width), all along the periphery of the mine lease
area and the reclaimed area.
Grass and bushes will be planted in areas prone to erosion especially at the foot of the
mine lease area. Other areas will be fertilized and planted with local species. The
characteristics of this vegetation will resemble that of the natural environment except for
the early growth, which may be a protective cover crop of non-seeding annuals.
Before re-vegetation, the land will be properly prepared by spreading the top soil which is
rich in organic contents. Vegetation will be self-sufficient after planting and require no
fertilization or maintenance.
(ii) Buildings and Infrastructure
a. Site office building, Rest Room and Toilets
These structures may be utilized for the mining project as the life of the mine is much
more than the present lease period.
b. Support & Transport Infrastructures
As such there is no major infrastructure facilities planned in this project and does not call
for importance. The main mining site and secondary access road will be kept in a
sufficient condition to allow access for monitoring till such time any other authorities wish
to maintain and legally accept responsibility for the access roads.
c. Surface Equipment and Heavy Machinery
No heavy and surface equipment are proposed in this project. Open cast semi-
mechanized method is used in this case. The equipments and small machinery if used will
be taken out of the premises.
d. Hazardous substances
The hazardous materials and explosives will be totally evacuated from the mine site and
the site will cleared of any such materials and substances.
(iii) Water Resource Management
Prior to the commissioning of the project area the surface run-off used to flow naturally
and used to join the nearby drainage nallahs/ streams. It is proposed to collect and hold
this runoff/ storm water from the lease area including own property and use it for various
purposes within the lease area. The grounding of the project will not be causing any
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alteration to the drainage pattern of the area. The quality of the water will be maintained in
compliance with the general effluent standards / drinking water standards.
(iv) Monitoring:
The monitoring of the mine closure plan is an essential requirement for review of the
efficacy of the mine closure and to take corrective actions. The monitoring consists of
measuring the air quality, water quality, preservation of landscape, aesthetic and other
land use values.
(v) Submission of detailed Mine Closure Plan
The detailed mine de-commissioning plan will be made on the above-mentioned
principles, before the closure which will be submitted for approval. This plan will also
provide the fund provision for the mine closure plan.
The map showing conceptual plan (post mine closure plan) of the proposed mine area is
enclosed as Annexure No. C.
� RISK ASSESSMENT AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
FALL OF SIDES
• Flatter slopes angles are adopted where occurrences of loose earth are encountered.
• No disaster like land slide, flood or inundation or fire is anticipated in this case.
• Unmanageable heights are not created.
• Loose rocks are properly dressed.
• Nature and structure of the rocks are properly studied for their slips.
• The faces will slope at 70°.
• The hanging wall, footwall & mineralized zone are competent to stand safely for long time.
STORAGE AND USE OF EXPLOSIVES
• Proper and safe storage of explosives in approved and Licensed Magazine.
• Proper, safe and careful handling and use of explosives by competent Blasters having
Blaster’s Certificate of Competency issued by DGMS.
• Proper security system to prevent theft/ pilferage, unauthorized entry into Magazine area
and checking authorized persons to prevent carrying of match box, lights, mobile
phones, cigarette or Beedi, etc.
• The explosives of class 2 will be used in their original cartridge packing and such cartridge
shall not be cut to remove explosive for making cartridge of different size.
• Detonators will be conveyed in special containers. These will not be carried with other
explosives.
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• The holes which have been charged with explosives will not be left unattended till
blasting is completed.
• Before starting charging, clear audible warning signals by Sirens will be given so that
people nearby can take shelter.
• Blasting operations will be carried out in day times only. However, in this project the
mining operations are proposed to be carried out in day times.
STORAGE OF OIL AND FUEL
• Due care will be taken to avoid oil spillage.
• Storage will not be allowed beyond necessity.
• Fuel oil and lubricants will be stored only in approved containers in separate store rooms.
Match box, lighters, mobile phone, dry wood, plastic paper sheets and smoking will not
be allowed near the storage area.
WATER
• Due care will be taken to provide channel all around the foot of the hill to collect run off
and also to avoid soil erosion.
• There is no danger of flood or inundation as the proposed working is above the normal
ground level. The area is not susceptible to floods.
� DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
During mining activities, proper measures will be taken to ensure safety at site. In order to
handle disaster/ emergency situations, an organizational chart entrusting responsibility to
various project personnel will be prepared with their specific roles during emergency.
The possible composition of the management team shall be:-
1. Mines Manager
2. Section In-charge
3. Site Controller
4. Incident Controller
5. Fire and Security Officer
6. Transport Coordinator
7. Medical Coordinator
INFRASTRUCTURE
Following infrastructure and operational system will be provided to meet any emergencies.
EMERGENCY CONTROL ROOM
This will be situated in an area away from the places of fire and will be provided with the
following facilities:-
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a. Master plan of the mines.
b. First aid boxes.
c. Telephone line with STD facility.
d. Loud hailers.
e. Emergency lighting system.
f. Stretchers.
g. Transport facility.
h. Emergency control room / site office will function as control base.
ASSEMBLY POINTS
Assembly points are to be set up farthest from the location of likely hazardous events, where
pre-designated persons from the works, contractors and visitors would assemble in case of
emergency. Up-to-date list of pre-designated employees of various departments must be
available at these points so that roll call could be taken. Pre-designated persons would take
charge of these points and mark presence as the people come into it.
COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Different types of alarms to differentiate types of emergencies will be provided. Alarms will be
followed by an announcement over Public Address System. In case of failure of alarm system,
communication will be by telephone operator who will make announcement in industrial complex
through Public Address System which should be installed. Walkie-talkie and paging systems,
using predetermined codes of communication, are very useful during emergency. If everything
fails, a messenger will be used for sending the information.
WARNING SYSTEM AND CONTROL
The Control Centers will be located at an area of minimum risk or vulnerability in the premises
concerned, taking into account the wind direction, areas which might be affected by
fire/explosion, toxic releases, etc. For promptness and efficiency, the premises/storage sites
may be divided into number of zones, which should be clearly marked on the site plan.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
This includes the fire-fighting system, first aid center, hospital etc. Alternate sources of power
supply for operating fire pumps, communication with local bodies, fire brigade etc., will also be
clearly identified. Adequate number of external and internal telephone connections will be
installed.
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
The fire protection system for the proposed mine will consist of,
a. Hydrant system for all the areas of the mine.
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b. Portable hand appliances of suitable types/ capacities for extinguishing small fires in
selected areas of the mine/storage areas.
� OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
The main areas of concern for ensuring adequate occupational health and safety are:-
� All working places will have safe means of access, safe working platform and exit. Persons
working in hazardous dust prone area will be provided with dust mask.
� Personal protective equipments like respirators, ear plug, noise muff, helmet etc. will be
provided to the workers.
� Proper unit design and engineering controls in order to protect workers, including by control
of process and fugitive emissions.
� Adequate arrangement of drinking water will be done.
� Education & training will be provided to the workforce about facilities, protective equipment,
risk associated, potential health effects, etc.
� Display board will be provided showing the hazards associated and recommended
precautionary measures.
Medical Surveillance
Following tests are proposed during Medical Surveillance conducted for employees:-
� Pre-employment medical check-up.
* Pulmonary Function Test
* Complete Physical Examination
* Blood Test
* Urine Test
* Chest X ray
� Once in Six months medical check-up of each employee.
� Form 27A Fitness Certificate will be obtained every year from certified surgeon.
� Form 25 Health Register of each employee will be obtained every year from certified
surgeon.
� Individual medical record will be maintained.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Occupational health needs attention during mining activities. The problem of occupational health
in the mining operation and maintenance phase is primarily due to dust and noise which could
affect the workers from respiratory and hearing problems. The necessary personal protective
equipments will be given to all the workers. The working personnel will be given the following
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appropriate personnel protective equipments.
� Industrial Safety Helmet;
� Face shield with replacement acrylic vision;
� Cylindrical type earplug;
� Dust mask;
� Leather apron;
� Safety belt/line man's safety belt;
� Leather hand gloves;
� Industrial safety shoes with steel toe.
Well equipped medical facilities will be available round the clock for attending emergency arising
out of accidents, if any. All working personnel will be medically examined at least once in every
year and at the end of his term of employment. This is in addition to the pre-employment medical
examination.
SAFETY PLAN
Safety of both men and materials during mining of operation phases is of concern. Safety plan
will be prepared and implemented in the proposed site. The preparedness of an industry for the
occurrence of possible disasters is known as emergency plan. The disaster is possible due to
collapse of rock structures and fire/explosion etc. Keeping in view the safety requirement during
mining a safety policy will be formulated with the following regulations:-
• To allocate sufficient resources to maintain safe and healthy conditions of work;
• To take steps to ensure that all known safety factors are taken into account in the
operation and maintenance of men, machinery and equipment;
• To ensure that adequate safety instructions are given to all employees;
• To provide wherever necessary protective equipment, safety appliances and clothing and
to ensure their proper use;
• To inform employees about materials, equipment or processes used in their work which
are known to be potentially hazardous to health or safety;
• To keep all operations and methods of work under regular review for making necessary
changes from the point of view of safety in the light of experience and upto date
knowledge;
• To provide appropriate facilities for first aid and prompt treatment of injuries and illness at
work;
• To provide appropriate instruction, training, retraining and supervision to employees in
health and safety, first aid and to ensure that adequate publicity is given to these matters;
• To ensure proper implementation of fire prevention methods and an appropriate fire fighting
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service together with training facilities for personnel involved in this service;
• To organize collection, analysis and presentation of data on accident, sickness and
incident involving people injury or injury to health with a view to taking corrective, remedial
and preventive action;
• To promote through the established machinery, joint consultation in health and safety
matters to ensure effective participation by all employees;
• To publish / notify regulations, instructions and notices in the common language of
employees;
• To prepare separate safety rules for each type of occupation / processes involved in at
site; and
• To ensure regular safety inspection by a competent person at suitable intervals of all
buildings, equipments, work places and operations.
SAFETY ORGANIZATION
Conceptual / Planning Phase
A qualified and experienced safety officer shall be appointed. The responsibilities of the safety
officer include identification of the hazardous conditions and unsafe acts of workers and advice
on corrective actions, conduct safety audit, organize training programs and provide professional
expert advice on various issues related to occupational safety and health. He is also responsible
to ensure compliance of Safety Rules/ Statutory Provisions.
SAFETY CIRCLE
In order to fully develop the capabilities of the employees in identification of hazardous
processes and improving safety and health, safety circles would be constituted in each area of
work. The circle would consist of 2-3 employees from that area. The circle normally will meet for
about an hour every week.
SAFETY TRAINING
A full-fledged training center will be set up at the plant. Safety training will be provided by the
Safety Officers with the assistance of faculty members called from Professional Safety
Institutions and Universities. In addition to regular employees, limited contractor labors will also
be provided safety training. To create safety awareness safety films will be shown to workers
and leaflets will be distributed. Some precautions and remedial measures proposed to be
adopted to prevent fires are:-
� Spread of fire in horizontal direction would be checked by providing fire stops;
� Reliable and dependable type of fire detection system with proper zoning and interlocks
for alarms are effective protection methods;
� Housekeeping of high standard helps in eliminating the causes of fire and regular fire
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watching system strengthens fire prevention and fire fighting; and
� Proper fire watching by all concerned would be ensured.
HEALTH AND SAFETY MONITORING PLAN
The health of all employees will be monitored once in a year for early detection of any ailment
due to exposure of dust, heat and noise. The format of the Report of Medical Examination under
Rule 29B is attached at Annexure No. D.
� ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAMME
A centralized environmental monitoring cell will be established for monitoring of important and
crucial environmental parameters which are of immense importance to assess the status of
environment during mine operations.
The following routine monitoring programme as detailed below shall be implemented at site.
Besides to this monitoring, the compliances to all environmental clearance conditions and
consents / approvals from KSPCB / MoEF&CC / SEIAA will be monitored and reported
periodically.
Sr.
No.
Potential
Impact
Action to be Followed Parameters for
Monitoring
Frequency of
Monitoring
Ambient air quality within the
premises of the proposed unit
and nearby habitations to be
monitored.
PM10, PM2.5, SO2,
NOx and CO.
Once in a year
Exhaust from vehicles to be
minimized by use of fuel
efficient vehicles and well
maintained vehicles having
PUC certificate.
Vehicle logs to be
maintained
1. Air Emissions
Vehicle trips to be minimized
to the extent possible
Vehicle logs Daily records
Noise generated from various
mining operation like drilling /
blasting/ vehicular to be
optimized and monitored
Spot Noise Level
recording;
Leq(day),
Leq(Night)
Once in a year 2. Noise
Generation of vehicular noise Maintain records Periodic during
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Sr.
No.
Potential
Impact
Action to be Followed Parameters for
Monitoring
Frequency of
Monitoring
of vehicles operation phase
3. Wastewater
Discharge
No untreated discharge to be
made to surface water,
groundwater or soil.
No discharge
hoses in vicinity of
watercourses.
Periodic during
operation phase
4. Drainage and
effluent
Management
Ensure drainage system and
specific design measures are
working effectively.
Design to incorporate existing
drainage pattern and avoid
disturbing the same.
Visual inspection
of drainage and
records thereof
Periodic during
operation phase
5. Water Quality
and Water
Levels
Monitoring used water quality
& groundwater quality and
levels
Comprehensive
monitoring as per
IS:10500 & ground
water level bgl
Periodic during
operation phase
6. Energy Usage Energy usage for air-
conditioning and other
activities to be minimized
Conduct annual energy audit
for the buildings
Energy audit
report
Annual audits
and periodic
checks during
operational
phase
7. Emergency
preparedness,
such as fire
fighting
Fire protection and safety
measures to take care of fire
hazards, to be assessed and
steps taken for their
prevention.
Mock drill records,
on site emergency
plan, evacuation
plan
Periodic during
operation phase
8. Maintenance
of flora and
fauna
Vegetation, greenbelt / green
cover development
No. of plants,
species
Periodic during
operation phase
9. Waste
Management
Implement waste
management plan that
identifies & characterizes
every waste arising
associated with proposed
activities which identifies the
Records of solid
waste generation,
treatment and
disposal
Periodic during
operation phase
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Sr.
No.
Potential
Impact
Action to be Followed Parameters for
Monitoring
Frequency of
Monitoring
procedures for collection,
handling & disposal of waste
arising.
10. Soil quality Maintenance of good soil
quality
Physio-chemical
parameters and
metals.
Periodical
monitoring
11. Health Employees and migrant
labour health check ups
All relevant
parameters
including HIV
Regular check
ups
Expenditure Proposed for Environmental protection activities:-
It is proposed to invest an amount of Rs. 9.0 Lacs per annum towards environmental action plan
and the details of the same are given below:-
S. No. Description of item Recurring cost (in lac)
1 Air Pollution Control - Water sprinkling 2.0
2 Water Pollution Control 1.0
3 Environmental Monitoring and Management 5.0
4 Green belt Development 1.0
Total 9.0
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� CONCLUSION
It is predicted that socio-economic impact due to this project will positively increase the
chance of more employment opportunities for local inhabitants. There are no
Resettlement and Rehabilitation issues involved in this project. The project infrastructures
will be of use to people of the area. The revenue of the State Govt. will be definitely
increase due to the proposed activity. The entire project area is devoid of any endemic /
endangered flora and fauna. It is proposed to reclaim the land and develop green
cover for eco-restoration with native species to a maximum possible extent.
Additionally, an area is earmarked outside the proposed mining area for
compensatory mass plantation. Also, a large storm water pond / tank is proposed
outside the mining area for storage of rain water and for its subsequent use so as
to conserve fresh water consumption. Thus the proposed project is not likely to affect
the environment or adjacent ecosystem adversely.
LIST OF ANNEXURES ATTACHED WITH THE REPORT
Sr. No. Particulars Annexure Nos.
1. Ambient air monitoring report Annexure No. A
2. Water test report Annexure No. B
3. Ambient noise level monitoring report Annexure No. C
4. Biodiversity assessment report Annexure No. D
5. Environmental Plan (500 m. radius map) Annexure No. E
6. Storm Water Surface Runoff & Drainage plan Annexure No. F
7. Conceptual (Post Mine Closure) Plan Annexure No. G
8. Format of Medical Certificate under Rule 29 (B) Annexure No. H
Annexure No. AAmbient Air Quality Report
Annexure No. BWater Quality Report
Annexure No. CNoise Level Report
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BIO-DIVERSITY ASSESSMENT REPORT
OF
M/s MALAYORAM ROCK PRODUCTS PVT. LTD.
PROJECT SITE
AT
VALAYAM VILLAGE, VANIMEL PANCHAYAT,
VADAKARA TALUK, KOZHIKODE DISTRICT,
KERALA
Annexure No. D
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FLORAL ASPECTS
There are 113 plant species falling under 52 plant families. Angiosperms forms 107 species
falling under 56 families with 42 species of trees and its saplings, 19 species of shrubs, 31
species of herbs and 15 species of climbers. There are 6 species of Pteridophytes (ferns)
falling under 5 families. The most dominant plant family is Fabaceae with 9 plant species
followed by Leguminosae, Malvaceae and Rubiaceae.
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Table 1.1. List of Trees
Sl. No.
Scientific Name Vernacular / English Name
Family Habitat Distribution Nos. Status
1. Hevea brasiliensis
(Willd. ex Juss.) Rubber Euphorbiaceae Cultivated
Native of Tropical
America Exotic
2. Olea dioica Roxb. Irippa Oleaceae
Semi-evergreen and moist
deciduous forests, also in
plains
India 4
3. Coccos nucifera L. Thengu / Coconut Arecaceae Cultivated
Cultivated
throughout the
tropics
250
(Approx.)
4. Anacardium
occidentale L. Kasumavu Anacardiaceae Cultivated
Native of South
America; now widely
cultivated in Asia
and Africa
5 Exotic
5. Gliricidia sepium
(Jacq.) Walp. Seemakonna Leguminosae
Cultivated in fields and
along fences
Native of South
America; introduced
and widely grown in
India
6 Exotic
6. Tectona grandis L.f. Thekku Verbenaceae Moist deciduous forests,
also raised in plantations
South and South
East Asia 4
7.
Stereospermum
colais Pathiri Bignoniaceae Moist deciduous and semi-
evergreen forests
Indo-China and
Malesia 2
8.
Terminalia paniculata
Roth Maruth Combretaceae Moist and dry deciduous
forests, also in the plains Peninsular India 5
Endemic
to
Peninsular
India
9. Ficus sp. Moraceae Moist deciduous and semi-
evergreen forests, also in 1
4
plains
10. Mangifera indica L. Mavu Anacardiaceae
Evergreen and semi-
evergreen forests and also
widely cultivated
Indo-Malaysia 2
11.
Dillenia pentagyna
Roxb.. Pattipunna Dilleniaceae
Along the margin of
evergreen to semi-
evergreen forests, up to
1400 m.
Indo-Malesia 1
12.
Macaranga peltata
(Roxb.) Müll.Arg. Vatta Euphorbiaceae
Moist deciduous &
secondary forests, also in
plains
India, Sri Lanka and
Andamans 8
13. Holigarna arnottiana Cheru Anacardiaceae
Semi-evergreen and
evergreen forests, also in
the plains
Southern Western
Ghats 1
Endemic
to W.
Ghats
14. Wrightia tinctoria
R.Br. Dandappala Apocynaceae
Moist and dry deciduous
forests, also in the plains
India, Myanmar and
Timor 2
15. Chukrasia tabularis Chuvannakil Meliaceae
Semi-evergreen, moist
deciduous, evergreen and
shola forests
Indo-Burma 2
16. Xylia xylocarpa (Roxb.)Taub.
Irul Mimosaceae Moist deciduous forests,
also in the plains Indo-Malesia
4
17. Cochlospermum
religiosum (L.) Alston Seemapanjimaram Cochlospermaceae Moist and dry deciduous
forests Indo-Malesia 2
18. Albizia sp. Vaka Fabaceae 1
19. Litsea sp. Lauraceae 1
20.
Nothapodytes
nimmoniana (J.
Grah.) D.J.
Peenari Stemonuraceae Moist deciduous,
evergreen and shola
forests
Indo-Malesia and
China 2
5
Mabberley
21.
Lagerstroemia
microcarpa Wight Venthekku Lythraceae
Moist deciduous forests,
also in the plains
Endemic to the
Western Ghats-
through out.
2 Endemic
to Western
Ghats
22. Areca catechu L Kavung / Pakku Arecaceae Cultivated
Cultivated from India to the Solomon Islands and less
commonly in Africa and Tropical America
23. Mallotus philippensis
(Lam.) Muell.-Arg. Kapila Euphorbiaceae
Semi-evergreen, moist
deciduous, evergreen and
dry deciduous forests, also
in the plains
Indo-Malesia and
Australia 2
24. Bombax insigne Poola Bombacaceae
Rocky areas in evergreen,
semi-evergreen and moist
deciduous forests
India and Myanmar 2
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Lannea
coromandelica
(Houtt.)Merr.
Uthi/ Karayam Anacardiaceae Deciduous forest, also in
the plains
Indo- Malaysia and
China 3
26.
Terminalia bellirica
(Gaertn.) Roxb Thanni Combretaceae
Semi-evergreen and moist
deciduous forests, also in
plains
Indo-Malesia 1
27.
Trema orientalis (L.)
Bl. Pottaama Ulmaceae Dry and moist deciduous
forests, also in the plains
Tropical Africa, Asia
and Australia
28.
Moringa
pterygosperma Muringa Moringaceae Cultivated
Cultivated
throughout India and
tropical countries
1
6
29. Schleichera oleosa
(Lour.) Merr. Poovam Sapindaceae
Found in deciduous forests
from plains to 750m. Indio-Malesia 3
30. Garcinia gummi-gutta
(L.) Kodampuli Clusiaceae
Evergreen forests, along
stream banks, also
cultivated
South India and Sri
Lanka 2
31.
Leucaena
leucocephala
(Lam.)de Wit
Subabul/Ippil Fabaceae Plains to High Altitude
Native to southern
Mexico and northern
Central America
2 Exotic
32. Artocarpus hirsutus
Lam. Anjili Moraceae
Semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests, also in
the plains
Southern Western Ghats
3
Endemic
to the
Western
Ghats
33. Erythrina variegata L. Mullumurukku Leguminosae
Dry deciduous forests,
widely grown as pepper
stand and for fencing
Indo-Malesia, China
and Africa 2
34. Grewia tiliifolia Vahl Chadachi/
Unnam Malvaceae Moist deciduous forests
Tropical Africa, India
to Indo-China 5
35. Dalbergia sp. Iitti Fabaceae 1
36. Persea macrantha Kulirmavu Lauraceae
Evergreen, semi-
evergreen and moist
deciduous forests, also in
sacred groves
Peninsular India and
Sri Lanka 1
37. Psydrax dicoccos Irumbarappan Rubiaceae
Evergreen, semi-
evergreen and dry
deciduous forests, also in
the plains
Indo-Malesia and
China 1
38. Caryota urens L. Choonda/
Choondappana Arecaceae
Evergreen forests, also in the plains
Indo-Malaysia 2
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39.
Dalbergia sissoo
Sensu Miq. Iitti Fabaceae Cultivated for timber
Throughout India,
except Northern
state
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Table 1.2.List of Tree saplings
Sl. No.
Scientific Name Vernacular / English Name
Family Habitat Distribution Status
1. Ficus hispida L.f. Erumanakku/
Parakam/ Moraceae
Moist deciduous and semi-evergreen
forests, also in the plains Indo-Malesia to Australia
2. Swietenia macrophylla Mahagony Meliaceae Grown as avenue tree Native of Central America Exotic
3. Dalbergia latifolia Roxb. Eeti/Kariveeti Fabaceae Dry and moist deciduous forests, also
in the plains Indo-Malesia
4. Grewia tiliifolia Vahl Chadachi
/Unnam Malvaceae Moist deciduous forests
Tropical Africa, India to
Indo-China
5. Aporosa cardiosperma Vetti Euphorbiaceae Semi-evergreen and evergreen forests,
also in the plains Peninsular India and Sri
Lanka
6. Naringi crenulata (Roxb.)
D.H. Nicolson Malanarakam Rutaceae
Semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests, also in the plains
Western Ghats & Eastern Ghats, Indo Malesia
7. Ficus racemosa L. Aththi Moraceae Semi-evergreen and deciduous forests,
also in the plains Indo-Malesia to Australia
8. Macaranga peltata (Roxb.)
Müll.Arg. Vatta Euphorbiaceae
Moist deciduous and secondary forests,
also in the plains
India, Sri Lanka and
Andamans
9. Tabernaemontana
alternifolia L. Kunnanpala Apocynaceae Endemic to the Western Ghats
10. Olea dioica Roxb. Irippa Oleaceae Semi-evergreen and moist deciduous
forests, also in the plains India
11. Litsea sp. Lauraceae The genus includes 200 to 400 species in tropical and subtropical areas of both
hemispheres.
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12. Grewia sp Malvaceae Moist deciduous forests Tropical Africa, India to
Indo-China
Table 1.3.List of Shrubs
Sl. No.
Scientific Name Vernacular / English Name
Family Habitat Distribution Status
1. Chromolaena odorata (L.)
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Communist-
pacha Compositae A weed in all terrestrial habitats
Native of America;
naturalised in Tropical Asia Exotic
2. Solanum torvum Sw. Anachunda Solanaceae
Found along the roads and
wastelands from plains to 700m.
Sometimes cultivated in kitchen
gardens.
Throughout the tropics
3. Helicteres isora L. Edampiri-
Valampiri Sterculiaceae
Common on the deciduous slopes by
forest clearing
Indo-Malesia, China and
Australia
4. Lantana camara L. Kongini Verbenaceae Most aggresive weed of disturbed
ground from plains to the hills.
Native of tropical America,
widely naturalised in
tropics and subtropics.
Exotic/
Invasive
Species
5. Bambusa bambos (L.) Voss. Mula Poaceae Deciduous forests, also grown in
homesteads India and Sri Lanka
6. Leea guineensis G. Don Leeaceae Western Ghats, Evergreen Forests Indo-Malesia and Africa
7. Phyllanthus reticulatus Poir. Nirnelli Phyllanthaceae
Stream banks, lake shores and also
in moist deciduous and semi-
evergreen forests
Paleotropics
8. Ziziphus rugosa Lam. Thodali Rhamnaceae Grasslands and deciduous forests,
also in the plains
India, Sri Lanka,
Bangladesh and Myanmar
9. Caesalpinia mimosoides
Lam. Kalthottavadi Fabaceae
Moist deciduous and degraded
forests, Plains to High Altitude Indo-Malesia
10. Mussaenda belilla Buch.-
Ham. Vellila Rubiaceae Evergreen Forests Western Ghats
Endemic
to W.
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Ghats.
11. Urena lobata L. Uram Malvaceae Moist deciduous forests and in the
plains Pantropical Exotic
12. Cycas circinalis L. Eenthinpana Cycadaceae Wastelands and moist deciduous
forests Indo-Malesia and Tropical
East Africa
13. Crotalaria sp. Fabaceae Moist deciduous and semi-evergreen
forests, also in the plains
14. Breynia retusa (Dennst.)
Alston.
Perin-nirouri/
Aattacherukola Euphorbiaceae
Semi-evergreen and deciduous
forests, also in the plains Sri Lanka to Indo-China
15. Chassalia curviflora (Wall.)
Thwaites
Karutha-
amalppori Rubiaceae Degraded forests Indo-Malesia
16. Acacia pennata (L.) Willd Karincha Leguminosae Moist deciduous forest Paleotropics
17. Hibiscus hispidissimus Griff. Matthippuli Malvaceae Dry and moist deciduous forests, also
in the plains Paleotropics
18. Strobilanthes ciliatus Nees. Karimkurinji Acanthaceae Evergreen and semi-evergreen
forests Southern Western Ghats
Endemic
to
Western
Ghats
19. Clerodendrum infortunatum
L. Perivelam Lamiaceae
Degraded forest areas and also in the
plains Indo-Malesia
Table 1.4.List of Herbs
Sl. No
Scientific Name Vernacular / English Name
Family Habitat Distribution Status
1. Synedrella nodiflora (L.)
Gaertn. Mudianpacha Compositae
Deciduous forests, also in the
plains
Native of West Indies;
naturalised in India, China,
Malesia and Polynesia
Exotic
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2. Ageratum conyzoides L. Appa Compositae
Most abundant weed of disturbed
ground and fallows, damp places
and forest undergrowth.
Pantropical
3. Weddelia chinensis Kammal Chedy Asteraceae
Grows on paddy ridges, in grassy
fields and moist lowland
depressions, but it is also common
in littoral areas.
Native to South and
Southeast Asia.
4. Capsicum frutescens cv.
Nagahari Kantharimulaku Solanaceae Cultivated, Native of Tropical America Exotic
5. Peperomia pellucida (L.)
Kunth.
Mashitandu
Chedi Piperaceae
Degraded forest areas and
wastelands
Native of Tropical America;
now Pantropical Exotic
6. Blumea lacera (Burm.f.)
DC. Kukkura-chedi Compositae
Dry deciduous forests, also in the
plains Paleotropics
7. Cissus discolor Bl. Njerinjampuli Vitaceae Western Ghats, Moist Deciduous
Forests Indo-Malesia
8. Achyranthes aspera L. Katalaati Amaranthaceae Abundant in plantation of the hills Tropics.
9. Axonopus compressus
(Sw.) P.Beauv.
Kaalappullu/
Carpet Grass Poaceae
Dry and moist deciduous forests,
waste lands and paddy fields Tropics and subtropics
10. Oplismenus compositus
(L.) P.Beauv. Poaceae
Degraded deciduous forests and
shady places, also in the plains Pantropical
11. Bidens pilosa L. Kothimullu/
Mukkuthi Asteraceae Gregarious weed of fallow lands Pantropics
12. Pennisetum orientale
Rich. Poaceae
Cultivated as fodder grass, often
found running wild
Central Asia and North
Africa
13. Corchorus capsularis L. Chanachedi Malvaceae Degraded forest areas and along
sides of water courses
Cultivated in most Tropical
countries
14. Desmodium sp Leguminosae Grasslands and moist deciduous
forests, also in plains Indo-Malesia and Australia
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15. Zingiber sp. Zingiberaceae Evergreen forests India, Sri Lanka and Malesia
16. Desmodium triflorum Nilamparanda/
Cherupalladi Leguminosae
Grasslands and moist deciduous
forests, also in plains Indo-Malesia and Australia
17. Piper longum L. Thippali Piperaceae
Semi-evergreen, evergreen and
moist deciduous forests and
wastelands
Indo-Malesia
18. Asystasia dalzelliana Sant. Violet Asystasia Acanthaceae Evergreen and semi-evergreen
forests and also in the plains Tropical Asia and Africa
19. Musa paradisiaca L. Vazha Musaceae Cultivated Cultivated throughout the
tropics
20. Laportea interrupta (L.)
Chew Anachorian Urticaceae
Degraded deciduous forests, also
in the plains Paleotropics
21. Scleria laevis Retz Cyperaceae Degraded forests, fallow fields and
roadsides
Indo-Malesia, China and
Australia
22. Andrographis paniculata
(Burm.f.) Nilavepu Acanthaceae Scrub jungles, also in the plains
Peninsular India and Sri
Lanka
23. Alternanthera sessilis (L.)
R.Br. Kozhuppa Amaranthaceae
Along sides of water courses &
marshy areas Pantropical
24. Mimosa pudica L. Thottavadi Leguminosae Common on moist and ungrazed
places.
Native of South America,
now pantropical.
25. Globba sessiliflora Sims. Kolchanna/
Kattinji Zingiberaceae
Along stream sides in evergreen
forests India to Thailand
26. Impatiens chinensis L Oonapoovu Balsaminaceae Marshy areas in grasslands India and China
27. Murdannia japonica (Thunb.) Faden
Commelinaceae Evergreen, semi-evergreen and
moist deciduous forests Indo-Malesia
28. Costus speciosus (J.Koenig) Sm.
Malavayambu Costaceae Moist deciduous and semi-
evergreen forests, also in plains Indo-Malesia
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29. Ensete superbum (Roxb.)
Cheesman Kallu Vazha Musaceae
Moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests
Peninsular India Endemic to Peninsular
India
30. Schumannianthus virgatus
(Roxb.) Rolfe Malamkoova Marantaceae
Evergreen, moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests in marshy
areas South India and Sri Lanka
31. Desmodium gangeticum
(L.)DC. Orila Fabaceae
Moist deciduous forest and forest plantations. Also in the plains.
Paleotropics
Table 1.5.List of Climbers
Sl
No Scientific Name Common Name Family Habitat Distribution Status
1. Abrus precatorius L. Kunnikuru Leguminosae Deciduous forests, also in the
plains Pantropical
2. Mikania micrantha
Kunth Vayara Compositae
Forest plantations and also in the
plains Pantropical
Exotic/
Invasive
3. Jasminum multiflorum
(Burm.f.) Andr. Kudamulla Oleaceae
Moist Deciduous to Evergreen
Forests, also Planted Indo-Malesia& China
4. Calycopteris floribunda
(Roxb.) Pullani Combretaceae
Moist deciduous forest, also in
the plains
Indo-Malesia
5. Smilax zeylanica L. Valiyakanni
/Arikanni Smilacaceae
Moist deciduous and semi-
evergreen forests, also in plains Indo-Malesia
6. Cyclea peltata (Lam.)
Hook. f. & Thoms. Padathali Menispermaceae
Semi-evergreen and evergreen
forests, also in the plains India and Sri Lanka
7. Dioscorea hispida
Dennst. Podava-kizhangu Dioscoreaceae Semi-evergreen forests
South and South
East Asia
8. Pothos scandens L. Paruvakodi Araceae Evergreen forests, waste places
and sacred groves
India to Malesia and
Madagascar
13
9. Ichnocarpus frutescens
(L.) R.Br. Palvalli Apocynaceae
Moist and dry deciduous forests,
also in the plains
Indo-Malesia and
Australia
10. Argyreia nervosa (Burm.
fil.) Bojer Samudrappacha, Convolvulaceae
Western Ghats, Moist Deciduous
Forests
Indo-Malesia, China
and Mauritius
11. Caesalpinia mimosoides
Lam Kalthottavadi Fabaceae
Moist deciduous and degraded
forests, Plains to High Altitude Indo-Malesia
12. Dioscorea alata Kachil Dioscoreaceae Cultivated plains Native to Southeast
Asia
13. Naravelia zeylanica (L.)
DC. Karuppakodi Ranunculaceae
Moist deciduous forests, also in
the plains
South East Asia
14. Merremia vitifolia (Burm.
fil.) Hall. fil. Manja vayaravalli Convolvulaceae
Moist Deciduous Forests,
Degraded forests, also in plains
Indo-China and
China
15. Piper nigrum L. var.
nigrum Kurumulaku Piperaceae
Evergreen and semi-evergreen
forests, also cultivated
Peninsular India and
Sri Lanka, cultivated
elsewhere
Table 1.5.List of Ferns
Sl No
Scientific Name Common Name Family Habitat Distribution Status
1. Adiantum philippense Pteridaceae Moist areas of all vegetation types
from coastal plains to forests Tropics and sub tropics
2. Selaginella delicatula
(Desv. ex Poir.) Alston Spike moss Selaginellaceae
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3. Lygodium flexuosum
(L.) Sw. Climbing Fern Schizaeaceae Open ground South and South East Asia
4.
Hemionitis arifolia
(Burm. fil.) Moore Hemionitidaceae In plains and water logged areas Tropical Asia
5.
Selaginella tenera
Spring. Sanjeevani Selaginellaceae
Found commonly on the forest
floor and at road side rocks.
6.
Pityrogramma
calomelanos (L.) Link
Silver fern Adiantaceae Common on open ground in fairly
exposed places
American origin, now widely
distributed in pan-tropics
Exotic
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FAUNAL ASPECTS
The following lists of faunal elements were observed from the site:
Birds : 32 species
Mammals : 12 species
Butterflies : 32 species
Odonates : 10 species
Amphibians : 6 species
Reptiles : 11 species
Spiders : 7 species
Ants : 6 species
List of Mammals (in and around the project site)
Sl
No. Common Name Scientific Name IUCN Status
IW(P)A
(Schedule)
1 Wild Boar Sus scrofa Least Concern II
2 Bonnet Macaque Macaca radiata Least Concern II
3 Indian grey mongoose Herpestes edwardsii Least Concern III
4 Indian Hare Lepus nigricollis Least Concern IV
5 Jungle Cat Felis chaus Least Concern II
6 Indian Fox Vulpes bengalensis Least Concern II
7 Palm civet/Toddy Cat Paradoxurus
hermaphroditus Least Concern II
8 Jungle striped squirrel Funambulus tristriatus Least Concern -
9 Indian Flying Fox Pteropus giganteus Least Concern V
10 Greater Short-nosed
Fruit Bat Cynopterus sphinx Least Concern V
11 Pig Rat Bandicota indica Least Concern V
12 Common House Rat Rattus rattus Least Concern V
* IW(P)A -The Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
List of Amphibians
Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status
1 Duttaphrynus melanostictus Indian common toad Least Concern
2 Pseudophilautus wynaadensis Bush Frog Least Concern
3 Polypedates sp. Tree Frog
4 Sphaerotheca sp. Burrowing Frog
5 FEJERVARYA SP. Cricket Frog
6 Rhacophorus malabaricus Malabar gliding frog Least Concern
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List of Reptiles
Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status
1 Trimeresurus malabaricus Malabar pit viper Least Concern
2 Daboia russelii Russell's viper Least Concern
3 Naja naja Asian cobra Least Concern
4 Bungarus caeruleus Common Krait Least Concern
5 Dendrelaphis tristis Common Bronzeback Tree Snake Least Concern
6 Ptyas mucosa Oriental Rat Snake Least Concern
7 Calotes versicolor Oriental Garden Lizard Least Concern
8 Eutropis carinata Keeled Indian Mabuya Least Concern
9 Uropeltis sp. Shield-tailed snake
10 Cnemaspis sp. Day gecko Least Concern
11 Varanus bengalensis Common Indian monitor Least Concern
List of Ants
Sl No. Common Name Scientific Name
1 Army Ant Leptogenys sp.
2 Yellow crazy Ant Anoplolepis gracilipes
3 Hunchback Ant Myrmicaria sp.
4 Red fire Ant Solenopsis geminata
5 Black Crazy Ant Paratrechina longicornis
6 Honey Ant Camponotus sp.
List of Birds
Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status
1 Parus cinereus Cinereous Tit Least Concern
2 Tachymarptis melba Alpine Swift Least Concern
3 Pycnonotus jocosus Red Whiskered Bulbul Least Concern
4 Accipiter badius Shikra Least Concern
5 Centropus sinensis Greater Coucal Least Concern
6 Oriolus xanthornus Black headed Oriole Least Concern
7 Corvus culminatus Indian Jungle Crow Least Concern
8 Dicaeum erythrorhynchos Pale billed Flowerpecker Least Concern
9 Megalaima viridis White cheeked Barbet Least Concern
10 Dinopium benghalense Black-rumped Flameback Least Concern
11 Dendrocitta vagabunda Indian Treepie Least Concern
12 Glaucidium radiatum Jungle Owlet Least Concern
13 Hierococcyx varius Common Hawk Cuckoo Least Concern
14 Dicrurus paradiseus Racket tailed Drongo Least Concern
15 Turdoides striatus Jungle Babbler Least Concern
16 Orthotomus sutorius Common Tailorbird Least Concern
17 Acridotheres tristis Common Myna Least Concern
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18 Copsychus saularis Oriental magpie robin Least Concern
19 Acrocephalus dumetorum Blyth's Reed Warbler Least Concern
20 Treron affinis Grey-fronted Green Pigeon Least Concern
21 Nectarinia zeylonica Purple-rumped Sunbird Least Concern
22 Dendrocopos nanus Brown-capped Pygmy
Woodpecker
Least Concern
23 Pitta brachyura Indian Pitta Least Concern
24 Tephrodornis pondicerianus Common Woodshrike Least Concern
25 Aegithina tiphia Common Iora Least Concern
26 Pericrocotus flammeus Orange Minivet Least Concern
27 Hemipus picatus Bar-winged Flycatcher-shrike Least Concern
28 Oriolus kundoo Indian Golden Oriole Least Concern
29 Hypothymis azurea Black-naped Monarch Least Concern
30 Terpsiphone paradisi Asian Paradise Flycatcher Least Concern
31 Acritillas indica Yellow-browed Bulbul Least Concern
32 Ninox scutulata Brown Hawk-Owl Least Concern
List of Millipedes and Centipedes
Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name IUCN Status
1 Scolopendra Sp. Least Concern
2 Phyllogonostreptus sp. Least Concern
3 Trigoniulus corallinus Rusty millipede Least Concern
4 Harpaphe sp. Black and Yellow Millipede
List of Butterflies
Sl. No. Common Name Scientific Name Status
Papilionidae
1 Southern Birdwing Troides minos Cramer Endemic to W. Ghats
2 Common Mormon Papilio polytes Linnaeus
3 Malabar Banded Peacock Papilio buddha Westwood Endemic to W. Ghats
4 Lime Butterfly Papilio demoleus Linnaeus
Pieridae
5 Three-spot Grass Yellow Eurema blanda Boisduval
6 Common Emigrant Catopsilia Fabricius
7 Common Jezebel Delias eucharis Drury
8 Great Orange Tip Hebemoia glaucippe Linnaeus
9 Common Wanderer Pareronia valeria Cramer
Nymphalidae
10 Common Evening Brown. Melanitis leda Linnaeus
11 Common Palmfly Elymnias hypermnestra
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Linnaeus
12 Chocolate Pansy Junonia iphita Cramer
13 Common Four-ring Ypthima huebneri Kirby
14 Great Eggfly Hypolimnas bolina Linnaeus
15 Nigger Orsotriaena medus Fabricius
16 Common Crow Euploea core Stoll
17 Common Sailor Neptis hylas Linnaeus
18 Blue Tiger Tirumala limniace Cramer
19 Striped Tiger Danaus genutia Cramer
20 Bamboo Tree Brown Lethe europa Fabricius
Lycaenidae
21 Common Cerulean Jamides celeno Cramer
22 Yamfly Loxura Atymnus
23 Common Line-blue Prosotas nora C. Felder
24 Common Pierrot Castalius rosimon Fabricius
25 Western Centaur Oakblue Arhopala pseudocentaurus
Doubleday
26 Transparent Six-1ine Blue Nacaduba kurava Moore
Hesperidae
27 Chestnut Bob Iambrix salsala Moore
28 Pygmy Grass Hopper Aeromachus pygmaeus Fabricius
29 Straight Swift Parnara bada Moore
30 Water Snow Flat Tagiades litigiosa MOschler
31 Grass Demon Udaspes folus Cramer
32 Fulvous Pied Flat Pseudocoladenia dan Fabricius
List of Odonates
Sl No. Scientific Name Common Name
1 Orthetrum sabina Green Marsh Hawk
2 Bradinopyga geminata Granite Ghost
3 Neurothemis fulvia Fulvous Forest Skimmer
4 Diplacodes trivialis Ground Skimmer
5 Pantala flavescens Wandering Glider
6 Orthetrum sp. Marsh Hawk
7 Rhyothemis variegata Common Picture Wing
8 Neurothemis tullia Pied Paddy Skimmer
9 Ceriagrion coromandelianum Coromandel Marsh Dart
10 Ceriagrion cerinorubellum Orange-Tailed Marsh Dart
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List of Spiders
Sl No. Family Scientific Name
1 Oxyopidae Oxyopes sp.
2 Sparassidae Hetropoda venatoria
3 Araneidae Eriovixia laglaisei
4 Hersilidae Hersilia savignyi
5 Lycosidae Hippasa sp.
6 Tetragnathidae Nephila maculata
7 Araneidae Argiope sp.
Regarding the conservation status of the fauna, none of the animal species identified from
the site belonged to the threatened categories identified by the International Union for
Conservation of the Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN). Most of them are common and
widely distributed and the range of occurrence extended to wide geographical area. Two
species of butterflies namely Southern Birdwing (Troides minos) and Malabar Banded
Peacock (Papilio buddha) and one species of amphibian namely Malabar gliding frog
(Rhacophorus malabaricus) reported from the site are endemic to W. Ghats
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Latitude Longitute
BP1 11°46' 57.36"N 75°43' 39.73"E
BP2 11°46' 57.50"N 75°43' 39.28"E
BP3 11°46' 59.56"N 75°43' 32.57"E
BP4 11°46' 57.38"N 75°43' 32.16"E
BP5 11°46' 56.13"N 75°43' 31.92"E
BP6 11°46' 56.04"N 75°43' 31.70"E
BP7 11°46' 57.42"N 75°43' 27.77"E
BP8 11°47' 00.27"N 75°43' 28.81"E
BP9 11°47' 02.62"N 75°43' 29.64"E
BP10 11°47' 04.24"N 75°43' 33.44"E
BP11 11°47' 02.89"N 75°43' 37.80"E
Degree,Minute Second
POINT NO
Latitude Longitute
BP1 11°46' 57.36"N 75°43' 39.73"E
BP2 11°46' 57.50"N 75°43' 39.28"E
BP3 11°46' 59.56"N 75°43' 32.57"E
BP4 11°46' 57.38"N 75°43' 32.16"E
BP5 11°46' 56.13"N 75°43' 31.92"E
BP6 11°46' 56.04"N 75°43' 31.70"E
BP7 11°46' 57.42"N 75°43' 27.77"E
BP8 11°47' 00.27"N 75°43' 28.81"E
BP9 11°47' 02.62"N 75°43' 29.64"E
BP10 11°47' 04.24"N 75°43' 33.44"E
BP11 11°47' 02.89"N 75°43' 37.80"E
Degree,Minute Second
POINT NO
Form – O
[(See Rule 29 F (2) & 29 L )]
Report of Medical Examination under rule 29 B
( to be issued in triplicate )
Certificate No. ___________________________
Certified that Shri/Smt. ______________________________________________________ employed
as _____________________________ in M/s Malayoram Rock Products Pvt. Ltd. Mine,
form B. No. ___________________________________ has been Examined for an initial / periodical
Medical Examination, He / She appears to be _________________________________ Years of age.
The findings of the examining authority are given in the attached sheet, it is considered
that Shri / Smt. ______________________________________
a) Is medically fit for any employment in mines.
b) Is suffering from ______________________________ and is medically unfit for.
i. Any employment in mine or
ii. any employment below ground or
iii. any employment or work _____________________________________________
c) Is suffering from _______________________________________________ and should get
this disability cure / controlled and should be again examined within a period of
_____________________________________________________________________ months
He / She will appear for Re-examination with the result of test of
___________________ and the opinion of
______________________________________________________
specialist from __________________________________________ he / she
may be permitted / not permitted to carry on this duties during the period.
Signature of the Examining authority
Name & Designation in block letter
Place : _______________________
Date : ________________________
Annexure No. H
Report of the examining authority
(To be filled in for every medical examination whether initial or periodical or Re-Examination of after cure / control of
debility )
Annexure to certificate No. __________________________ as a Result of medical examination on ___________
Identification mark __________________________ Left thumb impression of the candidate
1. General Development Good / Fair / Poor
2. Height _____________________ Cms 3. Weight ____________________ Kgs
4. Eyes:
(i) Visual acuity distance vision (With or without glasses.)
Right Eye ________________________ Left Eye ______________________________
(ii) Any organic disease of eyes
(iii) Night blindness _______________________ (iv) Colour blindness __________________
(iv) Squint (*to be tested in special case )
5. Ears:
(i) Hearing right ear _____________ Left ear _______________ (ii) Any organic disease.
6. Respiratory system:
Chest measurement
(i) After full Inspiration _________Cms. (ii) After Full expiration __________ Cms.
7. Circulatory system:
Blood Pressure ________________________ Pulse ____________________________
8. Abdomen:
Tenderness
Liver
Spleen
Tumor
9. Nervous System:
History of fits or epilepsy
Paralysis
Mental health
10. Locomotor system
11. Skin
12. Hernia
13. Hydrocela
14. Any other abnormality
15. Urine
Reaction
Albumin
Sugar
16. Ski gram of chest:
17. Any other chest considered necessary by the examining authority.
18. Any opinion of specialist considered necessary.
Place ____________
Date ____________ Signature of the examining authority
Name & Designation in block letter
APPROVED MINING PLAN