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RAPID
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
REPORT
&
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR
PROPOSED RIVER SAND MINING PROJECT
AT
REVENUE VILLAGES OF TEHSIL:BEGUN,
DISTRICT: CHITTORGARH, RAJASTHAN
MINING LEASE AREA :286.43 Ha. (NON FOREST)
PRODUCTION CAPACITY: 1.68 LTPA
M.L. No :07/2012
STUDY PERIOD – POST- MONSOON (OCT-DEC 2013)
Consultant:
Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd.
Proponent:
(Environmental Engineer & Consultants)
1/3 A,Yudhister Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur
Telefax: 0141- 2223290, M: +919829118043
Committed to Sustainable Development
RAPID EIA/EMP REPORT FOR RIVER SAND MINING PROJECT AT TEHSIL: BEGUN, CHITTORGARH (RAJ.)
2014-15
PREFACE
M/s Rajasthan Fort and Pal ace Pvt. Ltd. propose to develop a River Sand mining in,
Revenue Village (Covering 17 Villages) of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan having
lease area of 286.43 Ha. The land form is mostly river bed and non-forest land. The River beds
area is belong to Government land as per revenue records. Letter of intent (LOI) for mining lease
for 286.43 Ha area has been granted in favor of M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. vide letter
No. funs@i 2¼,-3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837 dated 30.11.2012. TOR was granted vide letter No. No. J11015/212/2013-IA.II (M) dated 14.10.2013. The goal of the project is to provide sand for various
construction as well as Infrastrurals projects.
Baseline data collection i.e. Air Quality, Water Quality, Noise Quality, & Soil Quality were
collected during Post Monsoon Period 2013 by Noida Testing Laboratories, Greater Noida
(NABL Accredited Laboratories). Secondary data has been collected from Indian Meteorological
Department, Jaipur (IMD), Water Resource Department, Central Ground Water Board, Forest &
Census Department etc. A final Environmental Impact Assessment report was prepared to comply
with the terms of reference (TOR). As per the provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment
Notification dated 14.09.2006 issued by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India;
Public Hearing was conducted at 11.00 AM on 01.10.2014, in the premises of Aaganbadi, Gram
Panchyat: Etawaha Village: Luhariya, Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, under the
Chairmanship of ADM Shri Harji Lal Atal for, Proposed River Sand Mining Project located at
Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. Advertisement for conducting
public hearing was published on 26.08.2014 in “Hindustan Times” & “Rajasthan Patrika” and
dated1.10.2014 in “Hindustan Times” & “Rajasthan Patrika”.
We are committed to follow the proposed EMP in this EIA Report as an Environment Policy of the
Company.
We also hereby undertake that all the points raised in the TOR issued by MOEF are complied with
I also undertake that the facts given in the Rapid EIA/EMP report are factually correct to the best
of our knowledge.
M/s. Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd.
Project Proponent
Date: 23-01-2015
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Devendra Goyal
EIA Coordinator
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RAPID EIA/EMP REPORT FOR RIVER SAND MINING PROJECT AT TEHSIL: BEGUN, CHITTORGARH (RAJ.)
ABBREVIATION
EIA
EMP
MOEF
TOR
EAC
EC
SEAC
SPCB
CPCB
DMG
NOC
BGL
GLC
NH
SH
dB
LEQ
HA
UNFC
LOI
KLD
LTPA
KM
PRA
FGD
RL
EPA
DO
COD
TKN
PM
AAQ
LTPA
R&R
CSR
EMC
GOR
NGO
HMV
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FOREST
TERMS OF REFERENCE
EXPERT APPRAISAL COMMITTEE
ENVIRONMENT CLERANCE
STATE EXPERT APPRAISAL COMMITTEE
STATE POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD
CENTRAL POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD
DEPARTMENT OF MINING & GEOLOGY
NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE
BELOW GROUND LEVEL
GROUND LEVEL CONCENTRATION
NATIONAL HIGHWAY
STATE HIGHWAY
DECIBEL
EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL
HECTARE
UNITED NATIONS FRAMEWORK CLASSIFICATION
LETTER OF INTENT
KILO LITRE PER DAY
LAC TONNE PER ANNUM
KILO METER
PARTICIPATORY RURAL APPRAISAL
FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSION
RIVER LEVEL
THE ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION ACT
DISSOLVED OXYGEN
CHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND
TOTAL KJELDAHL NITROGEN
PARTICULATE MATTER
AMBIENT AIR QUALITY
LAC TONNES PER ANNUM
REHABILITATION & RESETTLEMENT
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CELL
GOVERNMENT OF RAJASTHAN
NON GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
HEAVY MOTOR VEHICLE
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TABLE OF CONTENT
S. No.
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2
CHAPTER 1
1.0
1.1
1.1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.10.1
1.10.2
1.10.3
1.11
1.12
1.13
CHAPTER 2
2.0
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.2
2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.5
2.5.1
2.5.2
2.5.3
2.5.4
2.5.5
2.5.6
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PARTICULARS
FORM-1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY HINDI & ENGLISH
INTRODUCTION
PREAMBLE
GENERAL INFORMATION ON MINING OF MINERALS
RIVER SAND MINING AND ITS USES
PURPOSE OF REPORT
ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE PROCESS
COMPLIANCE TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE
POST ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING
GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ASSESSMENT DOCUMENT
IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
REGULATORY
COMPLIANCES
&
APPLICABLE
LAWS/REGULATIONS
INFRASTRUCTURE
NEAREST RAILWAY STATION
NEAREST AIRPORT
NEAREST HIGHWAY
COST OF THE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT
SCOPE OF WORK
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
LOCATION DETAILS
NEED FOR THE PROJECT & IMPORTANCE TO THE
COUNTRY OR REGION
DEMAND AND SUPPLY GAP
EXPORT POSSIBILITY
LEASEHOLD AREA
GEOLOGY
REGIONAL GEOLOGY
LOCAL GEOLOGY
ESTIMATION OF RESERVES
QUALITY OF RESERVES
TYPES OF MINING
WORKING DEPTH
PRODUCTION DETAILS
GENERAL FEATURES
PHYSIOGRAPHY
SURFACE DRAINAGE PATTERN
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC DENSITY
TOWNSHIP
INFRASTRUCTURE
POWER,
WATER
SUPPLY
AND
OTHER
INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENT
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3.0
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3.2
CHAPTER 4
4.0
4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5
4.2
4.2.1
4.2.1.1
4.2.2.2
4.2.2.3
4.3
4.3.1
4.3.1.1
4.3.1.2
4.3.1.3
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.4
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
4.4.7
4.4.8
4.4.9
4.5
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.5.3
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
4.6.4
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MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES
ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE SITES
ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY
SELECTION OF MINING METHODOLOGY
DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT
GENERAL
LAND ENVIRONMENT
OBJECTIVE
METHODOLOGY
LAND USE PATTERN
TOPOGRAPHY
SEISMICITY OF THE AREA
PHYSIOGRAPHY & DRAINAGE PATTERN
SOIL ANALYSIS
SOIL SAMPLING LOCATION
SOIL MONITORING RESULTS
CONCLUSION
WATER ENVIRONMENT
GROUND WATER
GROUNDWATER SCENARIO
AQUIFER TYPES
GEOMORPHOLOGY & DRAINAGE
WATER QUALITY
WATER SAMPLING LOCATIONS
MONITORING RESULTS
CONCLUSION
AIR ENVIRONMENT
METEOROLOGY
CLIMATOLOGY
SITE SPECIFIC MICRO METROLOGICAL DATA
WIND ROSE
AMBIENT AIR QUALITY (AAQ)
AIR QUALITY MONITORING LOCATIONS
METHODOLOGY ADOPTED FOR AIR QUALITY
MONITORING
RESULT AND CONCLUSION
MINERALOGICAL COMPOSITION FOR PM10
NOISE ENVIRONMENT
INSTRUMENT USED FOR SAMPLING AND MONITORING
NOISE QUALITY MONITORING LOCATIONS
RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS
BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
ENDANGERED/ THREATENED/ ENDEMIC ANIMALS
FLORA IN CORE ZONE
FAUNA IN CORE ZONE
FLORA IN BUFFER ZONE
FAUNA IN BUFFER ZONE
CONSERVATION PLAN FOR PEACOCK
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4.7.2
4.7.3
4.7.4
4.7.5
4.8
4.8.1
CHAPTER 5
5.0
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.3
5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3
5.3.4
5.3.5
5.3.6
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.5
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.6.3
5.6.4
5.7
5.7.1
5.7.2
5.7.3
5.8.
5.8.1
5.9
CHAPTER 6
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
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IMPACT OF MINING ON PLANKTON
SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
SCOPE OF WORK
METHODOLOGY
BACKGROUND INFORMATION OF THE AREA
DEMOGRAPHY OF THE STUDY AREA
TRAFFIC ANALYSIS
IMPACTS DUE TO TRANSPORTATION
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
& MITIGATION MEASURES
GENERAL
LAND ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS ON LAND ENVIRONMENT
MITIGATION MEASURES
SAND BUDGET & REPLENISHMENT STUDY
WATER ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED IMPACT ON WATER ENVIRONMENT
MITIGATION MEASURES
RAIN WATER HARVESTING
AIR ENVIRONMENT
IMPACTS OF THE SAND EXCAVATION
IMPACTS OF THE SAND LOADING IN TO TRUCKS
MITIGATION MEASURES FOR AIR POLLUTION
AIR QUALITY IMPACT PREDICTIONS (AQIP)
AIR QUALITY MODELLING
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION
NOISE ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
MITIGATION
SOLID/OB MANAGEMENT
IMPACT ON BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
IMPACT ON WILDLIFE
IMPACT ON FLORA
IMPACT ON FAUNA
GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
SOCIO- ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
MITIGATION MEASURES
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES
MINE CLOSURE
MINE CLOSURE CRITERIA
STATUATORY REQUIREMENTS
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME
SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
METHODOLOGY OF MONITORING
POST PROJECT MONITORING PLAN
AIR QUALITY MONITORING
WATER QUALITY MONITORING
NOISE LEVEL MONITORING
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CHAPTER 7
7.1
7.2
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
7.2.4
7.2.5
7.2.6
7.2.7
7.3
CHAPTER 8
8.0
8.1
8.1.1
CHAPTER 9
9.0
9.1
9.1.1
9.1.2
9.2
9.2.1
9.2.2
9.3
9.4
9.4.1
9.5
9.6
9.6.1
9.6.2
9.6.3
9.7
9.7.1
9.8
9.9
CHAPTER10
10.1
10.2
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GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL
REPORTING SCHEDULES OF MONITORED DATA
ADDITIONAL STUDIES
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
IMPACTS DUE TO TRANSPORTATION
RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
ACTIVITIES WITH POTENTIAL RISKS
SAFETY OF MACHINE USE AT MINING SITE
SAFETY MEASURES DURING WORKING AT SAND
MINING SITE
SAFETY MEASURES DURING SAND TRANSPORTATION
POSSIBLE RISKS DUE TO FAILURE OF WATSTE DUMP
& ITS CONTROL
OTHER POSSIBLE MEASURES TO AVOID RISKS/
DISASTER DUE TO RIVER BED MINING
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY (OHS)
PROJECT BENEFITS
GENERAL
EMPLOYMENT GENERATION
IMPROVEMENTS
IN
PHYSICAL
AND
SOCIAL
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
GENERAL
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
CONTROL OF GASEOUS EMISSIONS
MEASURE TO CONTROL DUST INHALATION
WATER MANAGEMENT & WATER POLLUTION
CONTROL
SURFACE WATER
GROUND WATER
NOISE POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES
LAND ENVIRONMENT
POST MINING LAND USE
SOIL CONSERVATION
BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT
PLANTATION PROGRAMME
GENERAL
GUIDELINES
FOR
GREEN
BELT
DEVELOPMENT
SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS AND EVALUATION
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY
BUDGETARY PROVISION FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION
& MONITORING
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION
INTRODUCTION OF PROJECT & PROPONENT
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION OF SAND MINING OPERATION
ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE SITES
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10.9
10.9.1
10.9.2
10.9.3
10.9.4
10.9.5
10.9.6
10.9.7
10.10
CHAPTER 11
DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND
MITIGATION MEASURES
IMPACT DUE TO AIR POLLUTION AND ITS
MANAGEMENT
IMPACT DUE TO NOISE POLLUTION AND ITS
MANAGEMENT
ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAMME
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN
PROJECT BENEFIT
ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
NOISE MANAGEMENT
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT OF LAND USE PATTERN
GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT & PLANTATION
PROGRAMME
SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
CONCLUSION
DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS
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LIST OF TABLES
TABLE NO.
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12
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4.3
4.4
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4.6
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DETAILS
COMPLIANCE TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT
NAME OF VILLAGES COVERING LEASE AREA
BREAK-UP OF LEASE AREA
REGIONAL LITHOSTRATIGRAPHY OF AREA
STRATIGRAPHICAL SEQUENCES OF ROCKS
BLOCKED RESERVES AS PER UNFC CODE (211 & 122)
GRADE & USES OF RIVER SAND
MINING DETAILS
BLOCK WISE PROPOSED PRODUCTION
PROPOSED PRODUCTION
WATER REQUIREMENT
LIST OF MACHINERY
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING OF THE STUDY AREA
TEST METHODOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND TESTING
LAND USE/LAND COVER CLASS DISTRIBUTION
SLOPE RATIO
SOIL SAMPLING LOCATION
SOIL ANALYSIS RESULTS
GROUND WATER RESOURCES AND DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL OF
CHITTORGARH DISTRICT
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4.14
4.15
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4.21
4.22
4.23
4.24
4.25
4.26
4.27
4.28
4.29
4.30
4.31
4.32
4.33
4.34
4.35
4.36
4.37
4.38
4.39
4.40
4.41
4.42
4.43
4.44
4.45
4.46
4.47
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5.2
5.3
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WATER SAMPLING LOCATION
WATER MONITORING RESULTS
MICRO METROLOGICAL DATA FOR THE STUDY PERIOD
FREQUENCY DISTRIBUTION (24 Hrs.)
MONITORED PARAMETERS AND FREQUENCY OF SAMPLING
LOCATION OF AIR MONITORING STATIONS
METHODS ADAPTED FOR PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx & CO
SUMMARY OF AIR QUALITY MONITORING RESULTS
CLASSIFICATION OF RSPM
LOCATION OF NOISE MONITORING STATIONS
NOISE QUALITY MONITORING RESULTS
METHODS USED FOR SAMPLING OF FLORA AND FAUNA
FEW RESERVED & PROTECTED FORESTS WITHIN 10 KM RADIUS OF THE
MINE LEASE BOUNDARY
LIST OF TREE SPECIES RECORDED IN THE CORE AREA
LIST OF SHRUBS
LIST OF HERBS
LIST OF GRASSES
LIST OF CLIMBERS
LIST OF AVIFAUNA
LIST OF MAMMALS
LIST OF REPTILES
LIST OF BUTTERFLIES
LIST OF TREES (BUFFER ZONE)
LIST OF SHRUBS
LIST OF HERBS
LIST OF GRASSES
LIST OF AVIFAUNA
LIST OF MAMMALS
LIST OF REPTILES
LIST OF BUTTERFLIES
BUDGET FOR CONSERVATION OF PEAFOWL
LIST OF PLANKTON
DEMOGRAPHY
WORKING & NON WORKING
OCCUPATIONAL STRUCTURE
LITERACY
EDUCATION FACILITIES
MEDICAL FACILITIES
DRINKING WATER FACILITIES
TRAFFIC MEASUREMENT RESULTS
LAND USE PATTERN OF MINING LEASE AREA AT VARIOUS PHASES
ANNUAL SEDIMENT YIELD IN THE INDIAN ARID ZONE
AREA SOURCE EMISSION – SAND EXCAVATION
HAULAGE EMISSIONS (UNPAVED) – TRANSPORT OF SAND
PREDICTED 24-HOURLY SHORT TERM INCREMENTAL CONCENTRATIONS
CUMULATIVE CONCENTRATION OF PM10, PM2.5 (BASELINE +
INCREMENTAL)
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9.2
9.3
9.4
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IMPACTS DUE TO ACTIVITY
DETAILS OF CSR
POST PROJECT MONITORING PROGRAMME
PUBLIC HEARING ACTION PLAN
LAND USE PATTERN OF MINING LEASE AREA AT VARIOUS PHASES
GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
NAME OF PLANTS FOR GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
ANNUAL CAPITAL COST FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MEASURES
DETAILS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROJECT
LIST OF FIGURES
Fig. No.
DETAILS
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PRIOR ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE PROCESS FOR CATEGORY-A PROJECT
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LOCATION MAP OF THE PROJECT
GOOGLE IMAGERY OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT, SHOWING THE CORNER
COORDINATES
PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE ML AREA
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SURFACE GEOLOGICAL PLAN OF THE ML AREA
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PROCESS FLOW DIAGRAM FOR RIVER SAND MINING
2.6
WATER BALANCE
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TOPOGRAPHICAL MAP OF THE STUDY AREA
4.2
LAND USE/LAND COVER MAP
4.3
SLOPE MAP OF STUDY AREA
4.4
SEISMIC ZONE MAP OF RAJASTHAN
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DRAINAGE MAP OF THE STUDY AREA
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TOPOGRAPHICAL MAP SHOWING MONITORING LOCATIONS
4.7
SOIL COVER MAP
4.8
GROUND WATER RECHARGE VERSUS GROSS FINAL
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GEOMORPHOLOGY & GEOHYDROLOGY MAP OF CHITTORGARH
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HYDROLOGY OF CHITTORGARH DISTRICT
4.11
DEPTH TO WATER LEVEL IN CHITTORGARH DISTRICT
4.12
WIND ROSE DIAGRAM FOR (24 HRS)
4.13
WIND CLASS FREQUENCY DISTRIBUTION
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OCCUPATIONAL STRUCTURE OF THE STUDY AREA
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LITERACY OF THE STUDY AREA
5.1
VARIATION IN COMPUTED SEDIMENT YIELD AS RELATED TO DRAINAGE AREA
5.2
OBSERVED VERSUS COMPUTED SEDIMENT YIELD
5.3
HYDROLOGICAL ZONES OF THE ARID REGION OF INDIA
5.4
SEDIMENT YIELD AS A FUNCTION OF EFFECTIVE RAINFALL
5.5
MEAN ANNUAL SEDIMENT YIELD AS A FUNCTION
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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SEDIMENT YIELD AND RUNOFF
FOR A SEQUENCE OF STORM EVENTS
ISOPLETHS SHOWING PREDICTED INCREMENTAL GLC’S OF PM10
6.1
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CELL
7.1
PHOTOGRAPHS OF PUBLIC HEARING
5.6
LIST OF ANNEXURES
ANNEXURE NO.
PARTICULARS
1
COPY OF APPROVED TOR LETTER
2
COPY OF LETTER OF INTENT
3
LIST OF VILLAGES WITH KHASRA NOs.
4
SITE-SPECIFIC METEROLGICAL DATA
5
HIGH COURT ORDER REGARDING NABET
6
CERTIFICATE REGADING ARAVALLI HILL RANGE
7
FLORA & FAUNA AUTHENTICATED REPORT
8
AIR, WATER, SOIL, NOISE MONITORING REPORT
9
COPY OF APPROVED MINING PLAN LETTER
10
QUESTIONNAIRE FOR MINING SECTOR
11
PROCEEDING OF PUBLIC HEARING WITH ADVERTISEMENT AND
ATTENDANCE SHEET
12
PHOTOGRAPHS OF PUBLIC HEARING
13
TOPOGRAPHICAL MAP OF STUDY AREA
14
SURFACE CUM GELOGICAL PLAN
15
PROGRASSIVE MINE CLOSURE PLAN
16
CONCEPTUAL PLAN
17
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
18
WILDLIFE SUBMISSION COPY TO MOEF&CC
19
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
20
APPROVED MINING PLAN
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APPENDIX I
(See paragraph – 6)
FORM 1
(Revised as per notification of MoE&F Dated 01.12.2009)
(I) Basic Information:
S. No.
1
Name of Project
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Details
River Sand Mining Revenue village of Tehsil
Begun, District: Chittorgarh, State: Raj.
S. No. in the Schedule
As per the Gazette Notification dated 14th
September, 2006, the project is classified as
Category “-A-“ under item 1(a)
Proposed Capacity / Length tonnage to be
Lease area: 286.43 Hect.
handled / command area/ Lease area/ number Capacity: 168000 Tonne Per Annum
of wells to be drilled.
Say 1.68 LTPA
No wells need to be drilled.
New/Expansion/Modernization
New
Existing Capacity /Area etc
_
Category of Project i,e ‘A’ or ‘B’
A
Does it attract the general condition? If yes, No
pleased specify.
Does it attract the specific condition
No
Location
Location of lease area:
Latitude: 2510’20” N to 255’55” N
Longitude: 7446’57” E to 7451’40” E
Khasra No ‘s
Khasra no details enclosed as ANNEXURE No.-3
Plot/ Toposheet No
45K/12, 45K/16, (SoI, 1:50000)
Village
Saran, Ruppura, Chavandiya, Aakodiya, Bada
Kheda, Luhariya, Meghpura, Kitiyas, Chosla,
Motipura, Torniya, Barniyas, Hado Ka Kheda,
Bhinchor, Devlach, Parsoli, Hamepur.
Tehsil
Begun
District
Chittorgarh
State
Rajasthan
Nearest railway station/ airport along with
Nearest Railway Station: Chittorgarh (33 km)
district in kms.
Nearest Airport : Dabok (Udaipur 106 km)
Nearest Town, City, District Headquarters Nearest Town: Begun at 14 km
along with distance in Kms.
District Headquarter: Chittorgarh (32 km)
Village
Panchayats,
Zilla
Parishad, Zila Parishad: Chittorgarh
Municipal
Corporation,
Local
body Municipal Corporation: Chittorgarh
(Complete Postal Address with telephone
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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
nos. to be given)
Name of the applicant
Registered Address
Address for Correspondance
Name
Designation ( Owner/Partner/CEO)
Address
Pin Code
Email
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M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt.Ltd.
312, Ganpati Plaza, M.I. Road, Jaipur (Raj.)
312, Ganpati Plaza, M.I. Road, Jaipur (Raj.)
M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt.Ltd.
Owner
312, Ganpati Plaza, M.I. Road, Jaipur (Raj.)
302001
[email protected]
[email protected]
Telephone
Fax
Details of alternative Sites examined, if any
Location these sites should be shown on a
toposheet.
Interlinked Projects
Whether separate application of interlinked
projects has been submitted?
If yes, date of submission
If, no reason
Whether the proposal involves approval/
clearance under; if yes details of the same
and their status to be given.
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
The wild life (Protection ) Act, 1972
The C.R.Z Notification, 1991
Whether there is any Government
order/Policy relevant? Relating to the site?
Forest land involved (hectares)
Whether there is any litigation pending
against the project and/or land in which The
project is propose to be set up?
(a) Name of the Court
(b) Case No.
(c) Order/ dirctions of the court, if any and its
relevance with the proposed project.
0141- 2221674
0141- 4013879
It is a site specific project. No need to alternative site
examined. Letter of Intent enclosed as ANNEXURE
No.-2
No
Not Applicable
No
No
Not Applicable
No
No forest land involved.
No
* 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)
1.
Activity
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.)
Details thereof (with approximate
Information/Checklist
confirmation
Yes/No
S. No.
quantities /rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data
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1.1
Permanent or temporary change in land
use, land cover or topography including
increase in intensity of land use (with
respect to local land use plan)
No
1.2
Clearance of existing land, vegetation and
buildings?
Creation of new land uses?
Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore
houses, soil testing?
Construction works?
No
The area is river bed and mined out area
will be replenished gradually during
succeeding rainy season. Hence there will
be no change in land use, land cover or
topography of the area.
No
No
No
No
Not required
No
Demolition works?
Temporary sites used for construction
works or housing of construction
workers?
Above ground buildings, structures or
earthworks including linear structures, cut
and fill or excavations.
Underground works including mining or
tunneling?
No
No
A small office will be hired or
constructed in village.
Not required.
Local workers will be deployed. Mine
office to be costructed to supervise work.
1.10
Reclamation works?
No
1.11
Dredging?
No
1.12
Offshore structures?
No
1.13
1.14
Production and manufacturing processes?
Facilities for storage of goods or
materials?
No
No
1.15
Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid
waste or liquid effluents?
Facilities for long term housing of
operational workers?
No
New road, rail or sea traffic during
construction or operation?
New road, rail, air waterborne or other
transport infrastructure including new or
altered routes and stations, ports, airports
etc?
Closure or diversion of existing transport
No
No such facilities for housing of
operational workers is required because,
local workers will be deploy.
Not required.
No
Not required
No
No closure/diversion of existing transport
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.16
1.17
1.18
1.19
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No
Excavation of river sand upto 3 mts
depth.
No
Extraction of minerals will be done by
open cast method, so no underground
works will be carried out.
As this is the river bed mining
reclamation work through natural
process.
No
River bed upto 3 bgl from dry bed, Hence
No dredging required.
Not required
Not required
Minerals extracted will be loaded directly
into trucks/dumpers. Hence no storage
facility will be required.
No solid waste will be generated.
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1.21
routes or infrastructure leading to changes
in traffic movements?
New or diverted transmission lines or
pipelines?
Impoundment, damming, culverting,
realignment or other changes to the
hydrology of watercourses or aquifers?
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routes or infrastructure is required.
No
Not required
No
1.22
1.23
Stream crossings?
Abstraction or transfers of water form
ground or surface waters?
No
No
1.24
Changes in water bodies or the land
surface affecting drainage or run-off?
Transport of personnel or materials for
construction,
operation
or
decommissioning?
No
No
No Impoundment, damming, culverting,
realignment or other changes to the
hydrology of watercourses or aquifers
required.
Not applicable
Water is required for domestic usage &
dust suppression which will be supplied
through existing borewell.
There will be no change in the water
bodies or land surfaces
Local people will be deployed.
Long-term
dismantling
or
decommissioning or restoration works?
Ongoing activity during decommissioning
which could have an impact on the
environment?
Influx of people to an area in either
temporarily or permanently?
Introduction of alien species?
No
Not applicable.
No
Not applicable
No
Local people will be deployed
No
No such Introduction of alien species is
forseen.
As such no loss of native species or
genetic diversity is expected
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1.25
1.26
1.27
1.28
1.29
1.30
1.31
Loss of native species
diversity?
Any other actions?
or
genetic
No
No
2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water,
materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply):
S. No.
Information/checklist confirmation
Yes/No
2.1
Land especially undeveloped or agricultural
land (ha)
No
2.2
Water (expected source & competing users)
unit: KLD
Minerals (MT)
Yes
Construction material – stone, aggregates,
sand / soil (expected source – MT)
No
2.3
2.4
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Yes
Details thereof (with approximate
quantities /rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data
The activity will be done in the proposed
mine lease area which is a river bed. No
agricultural land is required.
Quantity: 4.0 KLD
Water will be supplied by tankers.
Minerals will be excavated in this project
about 1.68 Lac TPA.
Not required
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2.6
Forests and timber (source – MT)
Energy including electricity and fuels
(source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT),
energy (MW)
Any other natural resources (use appropriate
standard units)
2.7
3.
No
No
No
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No
No other natural resources will be used.
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
No
Project operation will not involve use of
are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to
any materials, hazardous to human health
human health or the environment (flora,
or environment.
fauna, and water supplies)
3.2
Changes in occurrence of disease or
No
Not applicable
affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or
water borne diseases)
3.3
Affect the welfare of people e.g. by
Yes
The proposed project will generate
changing living conditions?
employment opportunities & revenue to the
state government.
3.4
Vulnerable groups of people who could
No
This project will not affect the vulnerable
be affected by the project e.g. hospital
groups of people.
patients, children, the elderly etc.,
3.5
Any other causes
No
Not applicable.
4.Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month)
S. No.
Details thereof (with approximate
Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No quantities/rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data
4.1
Spoil, overburden or mine wastes
Yes
Overburden:Nil
4.2
Municipal waste (domestic and or
commercial wastes)
Yes
4.3
No
4.4
Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous
Waste Management Rules)
Other industrial process wastes
Domestic waste will be generated will be
channelized to septic tanks followed by
soak pit.
No hazardous waste are envisaged
No
No waste generated.
4.5
Surplus product
No
No surplus product generated.
4.6
Sewage sludge or other sludge from
effluent treatment
No
Not generated.
4.7
Construction or demolition wastes
No
No major construction activity will be
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4.8
Redundant machinery or equipment
No
4.9
4.10
4.11
Contaminated soils or other materials
Agricultural waste
Other solid wastes
No
No
No
There will be no redundant machinery
or equipment as the machinery will be
movable and can be used some where
else.
No contaminated soils are generated
No agricultural waste will produce.
No other solid waste generated except
some gravels & bolders.
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
Yes
The automobile emission will be occurs
fuels from stationary or mobile sources
due to diesel operated equipment and
loading vehicles. Better maintainance
of equipment will help to reduce such
emissions.
5.2
Emissions from production processes
No
Not envisaged.
5.3
Emissions from materials handling
Yes
During loading some emission is
including storage or transport
expected.
5.4
Emissions from construction activities
Yes
Not applicable
including plant and equipment
5.5
Dust or odours from handling of
Yes
Not envisaged.
materials
including
construction
materials, sewage and waste
5.6
Emissions from incineration of waste
No
Not Applicable
5.7
Emissions from burning of waste in open
No
Not Applicable
air (e.g. slash materials, construction
debris)
5.8
Emissions from any other sources
No
Emissions from other source are not
envisaged.
6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:
S. No.
Information/Checklist
Yes/No Details
thereof
(with
approximate
confirmation
quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source
of information data with source of information
data
6.1
From operation of equipment
Yes
Due to operation of machinery there may be
e.g. engines, ventilation plant,
vibration and noise.Necessary PPEs (Ear Muffs)
crushers.
will be provided for the personnel working in high
noise area.
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No
No such process is proposed.
6.3
From industrial or similar
processes
From construction or demolition
No
No construction or demolition work is proposed.
6.4
From blasting or piling
No
6.5
From construction or operational
traffic
No
6.6
From lighting or cooling system
No
No blasting and pilling is required as material is
loose in nature.
There will be generation of noise and vibrations
will be site specific and will not be transmitted
outside of mining lease area.The noise level will be
below the permissible limit owing to the green belt
around mining premises.
None
6.7
From any other sources
No
None
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
No
There is no generation of hazardous
of hazardous materials
material during mining process.
7.2
From discharge of sewage or other
No
Domestic discharge will be disposed
effluents to water or the land (expected
through the soak pit.
mode and place of discharge)
7.3
By deposition of pollutants emitted to
No
Not envisaged for mining area
air into the land or into water
7.4
From any other sources
No
Not envisaged
7.5
Is there a risk of long term build up of
No
No long term pollutant anticipated
pollutants in the environment from
these sources?
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
No
No explosives or hazardous substances
from storage, handling, use or
will be used.
production of hazardous substances
8.2
From any other causes
No
Adequate measures for safety will be
taken during operation stage.
8.3
Could the project be affected by natural
No
The area is classified as Zone II (least
disasters causing environmental damage
to moderate) by Bureau of Indian
(e.g. floods, earthquakes, landslides,
standards
(BIS)
for
earthquake
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sensitivity.
9. Factors environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing
or planned activities in the locality which should be considered (such as consequential
development) which could lead to
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.
No
lities,
ancillary
development
or
development stimulated by the project
which could have impact on the
environment e.g.:
• Supporting infrastructure (roads, power
Nil
supply, waste or waste water treatment,
etc.)
• housing development
Nil
• extractive industries
Nil
• supply industries
Nil
• other
Nil
9.2
Lead to after-use of the site, which could
Yes
There could be water logged for
havean impact on the environment
sometime during rainy season.
9.3
Set a precedent for later developments
No
Not Applicable
9.4
Have cumulative effects due to proximity
No
Not Applicable
to other existing or planned projects with
similar effects
(III) Environmental Sensitivity
S. No.
Areas
1
2
3
Name/
Identity
Areas protected under international
conventions, national or local legislation
for their ecological, landscape, cultural or
other related value
Areas which are important or sensitive
for ecological reasons - Wetlands,
watercourses or other water bodies,
coastal zone, biospheres, mountains,
forests
Areas used by protected, important or
sensitive species of flora or fauna for
breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over
wintering, migration
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No
Aerial distance (within 15 km.)
Proposed project location
boundary
Not applicable
Yes
The project lies on Berach river.
Protected
Forest
Devlachh,
Reserved
Forest
Within 10 km of the mining lease
area.
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5
6
7
8
9
10
11
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Untkhora,
Jaleshwar,
Mahudi
Mahadev
Singoli, and two
others.
Inland, coastal, marine or underground
No
Not applicable
waters
State, National boundaries
No
Not Applicable
Routes or facilities used by the public for
No
Not Applicable
access to recreation or other tourist,
pilgrim areas
Defence installations
No
Nil
Densely populated or built-up area
No
No scattered population
Areas occupied by sensitive man-made
No
No
land uses (hospitals, schools, places of
worship, community facilities)
Areas containing important, high quality
No
No
or scarce resources
(ground water
resources, surface resources, forestry,
agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals)
Areas already subjected to pollution or
environmental damage. (those where
No
No
existing legal environmental standards
are exceeded)
Areas susceptible to natural hazard which
No
could
cause the project to present
environmental
problems(earthquakes,
subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding
or extre me or adverse climatic
conditions)
Date:
Place:
Signature of the Applicant
Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd.
312, Ganapati Plaza MI Road, Jaipur.(Raj.)
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Executive Summary
1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur is propose to develop a River Sand Mine in, Revenue
villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan having lease area is 286.43 Ha, does
not fall in forest land. It has been proposed to collect sand from the river bed (Nadi & Nallas). River
beds areas are owned by Govt. of Rajasthan. Mining lease is award for fresh grant to state Mining
Department for a period of 5 years with effect from the date of registration. Mining will be confined
to the allotted lease area which lies on the river bed from which approximately 1.68 lac Ton per year
of sand will be excavated and the cost of the project is Rs. 60 lac only.
Table 1.1 Salient Features of the Projects
S. No
Particulars
Details
1.
Project Name
River Sand Mining at Revenue villages of
Tehsil-Begun, District: Chittorgarh (Raj)
2.
Location
a Village
17 Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun,
District: Chittorgarh
b Tehsil
Begun
c District
Chittorgarh
d State
Rajasthan
3.
Latitude
2510’20” N to 2505’55” N
4.
Longitude
7446’57” E to 7451’40” E
5.
Survey of India Topo-sheet No. 45K/12, 45K/16
6.
M.L.No
07/2012
7.
Elevation Range
368 mRL is the lowest and 384 mRL is the highest
point in the Rivers
8.
Types & Method of Mining
Open Cast & Semi-mechanized
9.
Mineable Reserves
77.98 Lac Ton
10.
Production capacity
1.68 LTPA
11.
Lease Area
286.43 Ha. (Govt, River bed, Gair Mumkin Nadi )
12.
Nearest Highway
NH-76 (0.3 km. from proposed lease area)
13.
Nearest Railway Station
Chittorgarh (Aerial distance 33 Km.)
14.
Nearest Airport
Dabok (Udaipur) (Aerial distance 106 Km )
Reserve Forest
Protected Forest
15.
Reserve forest/Protected forest
Untkhora R. F. (1.5 Km
towards North-East)
Jaleshwar Reserved Forest
(9.5 Km
towards North-
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Mahudi Mahadev RF (4.5 Km
towards East)
Reserve Forest (1.7 Km
towards North-West)
Singoli RF (4.9 Km towards
North-East)
Reserve Forest (2.7 km
towards East)
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
Nearest water body/Nadi/Nallah
Ecological Sensitive Areas
(National Park, Wild Life
Sanctuaries, Wildlife Corridors,
Tiger/Elephant Reserves)
Man Power
Project Cost
Cost
for
Environmental
Protection
Cost towards CSR activities
Seismic Zone
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3-4 more water bodies found within 10 km area
Bassi Wild life Sanctuary situated in buffer zone.
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60 Lac
13.0 Lac
4.6 Lac
Zone-II
1.1.1 PROPOSED METHOD OF MINING
The mining process is open cast semi-mechanized river bed mining of minor minerals. Drilling and
blasting is not required as the material is soft in nature. Mining of Bajri (Minor Mineral) is
exploitation of Bajari from river bed. As per MMCR rules 1986 extraction is limited to 3.0 m depth
only from the surface area. Entire stretch of the lease area is around 22 km. long has been divided in
to five blocks only for mining operation supervision management and safety. Light weight
excavators will be deployed for extraction. Mineral will be loaded in trucks of 20 tones capacity
trucks and equipment, earth movers will be on hire basis. There will be no OB or waste generation
because the Bajri is exposed in the river bed. Bench will advance from South west to North East
direction in the river. Height of bench will be 3.0 m.
1.1.2 WATER, POWER & OTHER INFRASTRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS
All the activities will be carried out only during day time. Hence, no power is required. The water
requirement in the mine is 4 KLD for mining activities, dust suppression, drinking purpose and
greenbelt development.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
Baseline environmental studies were conducted to monitor micro-meteorology, ambient air quality,
ground and surface water quality, noise levels, present land use pattern, soil quality, biological
environment and socio-economic status within a study area of 10 Km. radius around the mining lease
area. The baseline data on air quality, water quality, Soil quality & ambient noise quality monitored
by Noida Testing Laboratories for one full season i.e. Post-Monsoon season, 2013 (OctoberNovember-December) & other base line data i.e. land use, socio-economic profile of the study area,
existing flora, fauna, along with the physiographical status, Geography & hydrological study carried
out by team of Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur.
(I) METEOROLOGY
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Micro-meteorological data of Udaipur (Dabok) has been obtained from Meteorological Centre,
Sanganer, Jaipur for the Post-Monsoon season-2013. The micro-meteorological status contains wind
speed, wind direction, Dry bulb temperature, (max & min) relative humidity, rainfall etc. The met
data collected were used to determine predominant meteorological conditions.
Table No 1.2 Climatology during Study Period
Average rainfall (Max in mm)
Nil
Temperature (Max)
34.6oC
Temperature (Min)
7.6oC
Relative Humidity (At 08:30 hrs)
56-83%
Relative Humidity (At 17:30 hrs)
25-38%
Dominant Wind Direction
NE-SW
Average Wind Speed
6.0 kmph
(II) AMBIENT AIR QUALITY
Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried out with a frequency of two days per week at five
locations. These are compared with the standards prescribed by Central Pollution Control Board
(CPCB) for rural and residential zone. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals that the
concentrations of PM10 for all the five AAQM stations were found between 60.59 to 77.74μg/m3. As
far as the gaseous pollutants SO2 and NO2 are concerned, the prescribed CPCB limit of 80μg/m3 has
never surpassed at any station. The concentrations of SO2 were found in range of 8.02 to
14.01μg/m3.The concentrations of NO2 were found in range of 18.01 to 24.25μg/m3.The
Concentration of CO were found in range of 0.38 to 0.52 mg/m3 which is within permissible limit of
CPCB standards.
(III) GROUND WATER QUALITY
The analysis results indicate that the pH ranges from 7.55 to 8.13 & TDS (Total Dissolved Solids)
was found to be in the range 859.12 mg/ L to 867.12 mg/L. It is seen that the physico-chemical
analysis of all other parameters like Chloride, Calcium, Magnesium, Nitrate and Fluoride were found
within desirable limit of IS (10500:2012).
(IV) WATER TABLE
Water level in the area between 7.45 to 18.96mbgl.
(V) NOISE QUALITY
In the study area higher Noise value of 62.1 dB (A) was recorded during day time in Siyahaya (Near
Bus Stand) & lower Noise value of 31.5 dB (A) was recorded during night time in Rupparpura (Near
Govt. Secondary School).
(VI) ECOLOGY
FLORA:
A general floral survey was carried out in the study area. Flora found in the 10 km. study area are
Khair (Acacia catechu), Semal (Bombax ceiba), Amaltas (Cassia fistula), Neem (Azadirachta
indica), Castor (Ricinus communis) Vilayati Babool (Prosopis juliflora), Peeple, Babul (Acacia
nilotica), Ardu (Ailanthus excels), Rohera (Tecomella undulataseem)
FAUNA:
Red-wattled lapwing (Vanellus cinereus), Rock Pigeon (Columba livia), Green bee-eater (Merops
orientalis), Laughing dove (Streptopelia senegalensis), House crow (Corvus splendens), Indian Hare
(Lepus nigricollis).
There are no rare endemic, endangered species & threatened species of flora within the study area. One
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schedule I (IWPA 1972) species i.e. Indian Peafowl (Pavo Cristatus) (direct evidence) & One
schedule II species i.e. Common Langoor (Presbytis entellus) (secondary evidence- as informed by
local people) were recorded in the buffer zone of the study. The flora and fauna study within 10 km
radius is conducted and its authentication is in progress by DFO. There are no National Parks,
Tiger/Elephant corridors, migratory route for birds etc. Some Reserve forest and protected forest were
found in the study area.
(VII) SOIL ENVIRONMENT
Five number of soil samples have been collected within study area and analyzed for physical and
chemical properties. Samples collected from identified locations indicate pH value ranging from 7.99
to 8.41, which shows that the soil is alkaline in nature. Organic Matter ranges from 0.44 % to 0.48 %
in the soil samples.
(VIII) SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROFILE
Total population of the area is 50474 persons out of which 25599 (50.72%) are male and 24875
(49.28%) are female. The lease area falls in 17 villages where 2% percent of total population under
study lives. Representation of Scheduled Cast and Scheduled Tribe population is only 18.55% and
10.00% respectively. 52.33% are working and 47.67% are Non working population. In this region
SC & ST population 28.55%.
1.3 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
1.3.1 IMPACT DUE TO AIR POLLUTION AND ITS MANAGEMENT
Air pollution is likely to be caused at various stages of sand mining operations such as excavation,
loading, transportation and screening of material. Particulate Matter (PM 10) is the main pollutants
during Sand mining operations. Most of the dust will be generated from loading and transportation
operations. This dust becomes air borne and gets carried away to surrounding areas. The impact on
air is mainly localized in nature as the dust particles are not carried to longer distances and the effect
is felt within the core zone of the project involving active Sand mining operations.
In order to mitigate fugitive dust emissions and other air emissions from the project activities, the
following measures are proposed to be adopted.
1. To avoid fugitive dust emissions at the time of excavation, the mining area will be wetted by
water spraying.
2. Sand is transported to the nearest market by road through trucks. The sand will be wetted after
loading in to the truck and will be covered by tarpaulin sheets.
3. To minimize the vehicular pollution from the sand transporting vehicles, the following conditions
are insisted to permit the vehicles of the transporters:
 The vehicles will be with good engine condition and will be maintain pollution control
certificate issued by appropriate authorities.
 Regular maintenance of transport vehicles and monitoring of vehicular emission levels at
periodical intervals.
4. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring will be carried out at four stations to assess the air quality in and
around the project for taking necessary control measures.
5. Green belt development along the access roads at mine premises and near the villages.
1.3.2 IMPACT DUE TO NOISE POLLUTION AND ITS MANAGEMENT
Noise environment in this project will be affected only by the machineries at the site and vehicular
transportation. Since mining is done semi-mechanically, slight increase in noise levels can be
expected. Baseline Noise levels are observed to be well within the limits in the monitored villages.
However, after applying the mitigation measures noise pollution will be reduced further.
In order to mitigate noise generation from the mining activities, the following mitigation measures
are proposed:
a. Since the noise generating is only through mechanical equipment and movement of vehicles,
strict compliance to periodical maintenance of the vehicle conditions will be insisted.
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b. Necessary safety wear like ear plugs will be provided to workers.
c. Noise monitoring at the work places will be carried out to ensure the compliance.
1.3.3 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
The project activities will not have any adverse impacts on any of the common property resources of
the village communities, as the sand mine lease area is not being used for any purpose by any section
of the society in this region. There is no R & R involvement in this project. There is no land acquisition
in this project. The Project is expected to yield a positive impact on the socio-economic environment. It
helps sustain the development of this area including further development of infrastructure facilities.
1.3.4 IMPACT ON WATER ENVIRONMENT
Mining will be done well above the river bed water table therefore impact on water regime is not
anticipated.
1.4 ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAMME
An Environmental monitoring programme has been prepared for the proposed project for periodical
assessment of effectiveness of implementation of Environment Management Plan. The monitored
data on air quality, water quality, soil quality and noise levels, will be periodically examined for
taking necessary corrective measures. The monitored data will be submitted to Rajasthan State
Pollution Control Board (RSPCB). The post-project data will be submitted in half-yearly monitoring
reports to the same.
Table No1.3 Post Monitoring Program Details
S. No. DESCRIPTION
FREQUENCY OF MONITORING
1
Ambient Air Quality at Mining Lease
Half Yearly
Area and Nearby areas
2
Water Quality
Half Yearly
3
Noise Level Monitoring
Half Yearly
4
Soil Quality
Half Yearly
1.5 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Environmental management plan will be proposed for “Sand” mining project to mitigate the
anticipate impact during the mining operation. M/s Rajasthan Fort & Palace Pvt. Ltd. Jaipur has
prepared an Environmental Management Plan for the proposed sand mining project. The approved
Environment Management Plan will be implemented throughout the life of the project and halfyearly monitoring report showing the compliance status of conditions stipulated in Environmental
Clearance letter will be submitted to MoEF in every six months.
1.5.1 AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
 Vehicles will be covered by tarpaulin to reduce spillage on roads.
 Regular checking & Maintenance of vehicles, trucks, dumpers etc, will be conducted and
pollution under control (PUC) vehicle will be used during transportation.
 Periodically, water will be sprinkled on haul roads to wet the surface.
 Overloading of transport vehicles will be avoided to prevent spillage.
 Green belt of trees with good footage on both side of haul road.
 Dust mask provided to the workers engaged at dust generation points like excavations, loading
and unloading points.
 Road will be properly maintained.
1.5.2 WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
 Mining will be carried out above the water table.
 Mining schedule will be synchronized with the river flow direction and the gradient of the land.
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 Mining will not intersect the river bed water level or ground water table of the area
1.5.3 NOISE MANAGEMENT
 Minimum use of horns and speed limit of 20 km/hour in the village area.
 Timely maintenance of vehicles and their silencers to minimize sound.
 Phasing out of old and worn out trucks.
 Provision of green belts in consultation with forest officer along the road networks.
1.5.4 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
There will be no generation of overburden\ waste material. No backfilling has been proposed in the
excavated zone of river to some extent will be replenished by sediment during rainy season.
1.5.5 GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT
The following plant species will be planted according to CPCB guidelines: Cassia fistula(Amaltas),
Delbergia sisso(Sisam), Mangifera indica (Mango), Acacia nilotica (Babul), Azadirachta
indica(Neem), Albizza lebbek (Siris), Prosopis cineraria (Khejri), Delonix regia (Gulmohar), Butea
monosperm (Palash), Phoenix sylvestris (Khajur), Peepal (Ficus religiosa) , Calotropis procera
(Akada), etc. Trees shall necessarily be planted along the periphery of the area in rows.
Table No1.4 GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
Year
No. of Sapling
Survival (70%)
Place of Plantation
st
1 Year
800
560
Along the roads, in schools and
nd
public building, Govt. waste land
2 Year
800
560
rd
and
other
social
forestry
3 Year
800
560
th
programme with permission of
4 Year
800
560
th
competent authority.
5 Year
800
560
Total
4000
2800
1.6 PROJECT BENEFIT
The project activity will help in combating the growing demand of sand in the market & hence will
help in the economic growth of the country. This project will lead to direct & indirect employment
opportunity. Employment is expected during sand excavation, sand transportation, in trade and other
ancillary services. Employment in these sectors will be primarily temporary or contractual and
involvement of unskilled labor will be more. A major part of this labor force will be mainly from
local villagers who are expected to engage themselves both in agriculture and project activities. This
will enhance their income and lead to overall economic growth of the area.
1.7 CONCLUSION
As discussed, it is safe to say that the collection of minor mineral project is not likely to cause any
significant impact on the ecology of the area as the mineral is replenishable and does not harm the
environment and ecology of River and its surroundings.
Proper measures will be taken to control emissions likely to generate transportation of Mineral.
Green belt development in the vicinity of river banks, along the approach roads, around Govt.
buildings, schools will also be taken up as an effective pollution mitigative technique.
*****
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1-0 ifj;kstuk dk fooj.k
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xkaoksa ds unh&ukyksa ls viz/kku [kfut vFkkZr ctjh ds [kuu dk izLrko j[kk gSA
;g ifj;kstuk 14 flrEcj 2006 ds ¼i;kZoj.kh; izHkko vkadyu½ vf/klwpuk ds rgr ^^,^^ Js.kh
esa oxhZd`r dh xbZ gSA [kuu iV~Vk jftLVsª'ku fnuakd ls izHkkoh iakWp lky dh vof/k ds fy;s
fn;k x;k gSA [kuu dk;Z vkoafVr [kuu {ks= ¼286-43gSDVs;j½ rd gh fd;k tk;sxk izfro"kZ 168 yk[k Vu ctjh fudkyh tk;sxhA
lkj.kh ua- 1-1 ifj;kstuk dh eq[; fo'ks"krk;sa
Ø- lafooj.k
lfoLrkj o.kZu
1ifj;kstuk dk uke
ctjh [kuu] fprkSM+x<+ ftyk rglhy csxw¡ ds jktLo xkaoksa
ds unh&ukyks lsA
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v)Z e'khuhd`r] [kqyh [knku
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77-98 yk[k Vu
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286-43 gSDVs;j ¼ljdkjh xSj eqefdu unh½
11fudVre gkbos
us'kuy gkbos & 76 [kuu {ks= ls 0-3 fdeh- nwjh ij
12fudVre gokbZ vM~Mk Mcksd ¼mn;iqj½ nwjh 106 fdeh13fudVre jsyos LVs'ku
fprkSM+x<+ ¼33 fdeh- nwj½
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lajf{kr
vkjf{kr
lajf{kr
taxy
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mRrj&iwoZ dh vksj ½
dh vksj ½
Tkys’oj ¼9-5 fdehmRrj&nf{k.k dh vksj ½
Ekgwnh egknso ¼4-5 fdehiwoZ dh vksj ½
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vkjf{kr ou ¼1-7 fdehmRrj&if’pe dh vksj ½
flaXkksyh ¼4-9 fdehmRrj&iwoZ dh vksj ½
vkjf{kr ou ¼2-7 fdehiwoZ dh vksj ½
L=ksr 10 fdeh- ds {ks= esa 3&4 NksVs ty L=ksr ¼rkykc½
fudVre ty
unh@ukyk
ikfjfLFkfrdh laosnu'khy
{ks= ¼jk"Vªh; m|ku] oU;
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ifj;kstuk ykxr
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23
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tksu&II
1-1 [kuu dh izLrkfor fof/k
[kuu dh izLrkfor izfØ;k [kqyh [knku v)Z&e'khuhd`r gS ftlesa fMªfyax vkSj CykfLVax dh
vko';drk ugha gS D;ksafd viz/kku [kfut ctjh uje izd`fr dh gSA ,e-,e-lh-vkj- 1986
fu;ekuqlkj 3 ehVj dh xgjkbZ rd ;k blesa igys vxj Hkw&ty dk Lrj vk tkrk gS rks ogh
rd ctjh dh [kqnkbZ izLrkfor gSA [kuu {ks= yxHkx 22 fdeh- yEck gSA blfy;s 5 CykWd esa
foHkDr fd;k x;k gSA cSap dh Å¡pkbZ 3 ehVj dh gksxhA gYds otu ds ,DlkosVj [kuu ds
fy;s dke esa fy;s tk;sxsA ctjh dks vf/kdre 20 Vu {kerk okys Vªd] VSªDVj o VªkWyh esa Hkjk
tk;sxkA
1-2 fctyh] ikuh vkSj vU; cqfu;knh vko';drk
[kuu fØ;kfof/k fnu ds nkSjku gh dh tk;sxhA blfy;s fctyh dh vko';drk ugha gksxhA
[knku eas ikuh dh vko';drk 4 fdyks yhVj izfrfnu /kwy neu] ihus ds fy;s rFkk gfjr
ifV~Vdk fodkl ds fy;s gksxh tks fd Vasdjksa }kjk miyC/k djkbZ tkosxhA
1-3 ifj;kstuk ds i;kZoj.k dk o.kZu
vk/kkjHkwr i;kZoj.k v/;;u tSls lkekftd vkfFkZad v/;;u] iSM&ikS/ks] rFkk HkwxHkZ ty v/;;u
eSllZ ,uok;jks dkWUlsIV ¼bf.M;k½ izk- fy- }kjk fd;k x;k gSA lw{e ekSle foKku] ifjos'kh ok;q
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}kjk fd;k x;k gSA cslykbZu MkVk laxzg.k iksLV&ekulwu ¼vDVwcj&uoEcj&fnlEcj 2013½ dk
eSllZ uks,Mk VSfLVax yscksjsVªh] uks,Mk }kjk fd;k x;k gSA
1-3-1 ekSle foKku
LFkkuh; ekSle ds vakdMa+s mn;iqj ¼Mcksd½ LVs'ku ds ekSle foKku dsUnz t;iqj ls izkIr fd;s
x;s gSA lw{e ekSle laca/kh gok dh xfr] gok dh fn'kk] rkieku ¼vf/kdre] U;wure½ lkisf{kd
vkanzZrk] o"kkZ vkfn dh fLFkfr dks 'kkfey fd;k x;k gSA tks vakWdM+s feys gS og ekSle dh
fLFkfr fu/kkZfjr djus ds fy;s bLrseky fd;s x;s gSA
lkj.kh ua- 1-2 v/;;u vof/k ds nkSjku tyok;q
0.0
1vkSlr o"kkZ
34.6oC
2rkieku vf/kdre
7.6oC
3rkieku U;wure
56-83%
4- lkisf{kd vkanzZrk ¼izkr% 8-30½
25-38%
5lkisf{kd vkanzZrk ¼'kke 5-30½
6ok;q fn'kk
mŸkj&iwoZ
7vkSlr gok dh xfr
6-0 fdeh- izfr ?kaVk
1-3-2 ifjos'kh ok;q xq.koŸkk
ok;q dh xq.koŸkk ds vkdM+s iakWp LFkkuksa ls lIrkg esa nks fnu dh ckjEckjrk ls izkIr fd;sA bUgsa
dsUnzh; iznw"k.k fu;U=.k e.My }kjk LFkkfir ekun.Mksa ds vk/kkj ij[kk x;k ftls ekun.M ds
vuq:i ik;k x;kA ok;q ijh{k.k ds nkSjku PM10, SO2, NO2 rFkk CO dh lkUnzrk fu/kkZfjr lhek
ds vUnj gh ikbZ xbZ gSA ifjos'kh ok;q xq.koŸkk 5 LFkkuksa ij dh xbZ rFkk PM10 dh lkUnzrk
dze’k% 60-59 ls 77-74 ekbØksxzke izfr ?ku ehVj ikbZ xbZA xSlh; iznw"kd SO2 rFkk NO2
CPCB dh fyfeV 80 ekbØksxzke izfr ?ku ehVj ds vUnj gh ikbZ xbZ gSA SO2 dh lkUnzrk 802 ls 14-01 ekbØksxzke izfr ?ku ehVj dh jast esa ikbZ xbZA NO2 dh lkUnzrk 18-01 ls 24-25
ekbØksxzke izfr ?ku ehVj dh jsat esa ikbZ xbZA CO dh lkUnzrk 0-38 ls 0-52 feyhxzke izfr
?ku ehVj dh jsat esa ikbZ xbZA
1-3-3 Hkw ty xq.koŸkk
Hkw ty dh xq.koRrk dh n`f"V ls {ks= esa lHkh txg dh ih- ,p- 7-55 ls 8-13 ds chp ik;k
x;kA blh rjg Vh-Mh-,l- 859-12 ls 867-12 feyhxzke izfr yhVj ik;k x;kA HkkSfrd
jklk;fud ekun.M Hkh tSls DyksjkbM] dSfYl;e] eSaXusf'k;e] ukbVªsV vkSj ¶yksjkbM vkfn Hkh
IS 10500%2012 ds ekudksa ds vuqlkj ik;k x;kA
1-3-4 Hkw ty Lrj
Hkw ty Lrj 7-45 ls 18-96 ehVj ds chp ik;k x;kA
1-3-5 /ofu xq.koŸkk
[kuu {ks= ls 10 fdeh- dh ifjf/k esa /ofu iznw"k.k dh xq.kork dk vkadyu 5 fofHkUu LFkkuksa ij
fd;k x;k vkSj ik;k fd /ofu dk vf/kdre Lrj 62-1 Mh-ch- ¼,½ fnu ds nkSjku fLk;kgk;k
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xkWao ¼cl vM~Mk ds ikl½ esa ik;k x;k rFkk U;wure Lrj 31-5 Mh-ch- ¼,½ jkr ds le; xkWao
:ikjiqjk ¼ljdkjh Ldwy ds ikl½as ik;k x;kA
1-3-6 ikfjfLFkfrdh
10 fdeh- ds v/;;u {ks= esa ,d lkekU; loZs{k.k fd;k x;k ftlesa dsj] lsey] vEkyrkl] uhe]
dsLVksj] ihiy] ccwy] vjMq ds o`{k ik, x,A
tUrq %& dCkqrj]rksrk]yksesMh]dqRrk]xk;]dkSvk rFkk [kjxks’k ns[ks x,A
v/;;u {ks= esa ouLifr dh dksbZ Hkh yqIr izk;% iztkfr;k ugha ik;h x;hA if{k;ksa esa eksj tks fd
vuqlwph&1 esa vafdr gS] rFkk guqeku yaxwj tks fd vuqlwph&2 esa vafdr gS ¼xzkeh.kksa dh
lwpukuqlkj½ cQj tksu esa ik;k x;kA bl {ks= esa cLlh oU; tho lsUpqvjh ds vfrfjDr vU;
dksbZ jk"Vªh; m|ku] lsUpqvjh] ;k ck?k dksjhMksj ugha vkrs gSA
e`nk xq.kork
e`nk ds ijh{k.k gsrq ikWp LFkkuksa ls uewus fy;s x;s vkSj fo'ys"k.k esa ik;k fd ;gak dh e`nk
{kkjh; gS rFkk ih-,p- 7-99 ls 8-41 ds chp ik;k x;kA e`nk esa tSfod inkFkZ 0-44% ls 0-48%
ik;k x;kA
1-3-8 lkekftd vkfFkZd i;kZoj.k
{ks= dh dqy tula[;k 50474 gS ftlesa ls 25599 ¼50-72%½ iq:"k rFkk 24875 ¼49-28%½
efgyk;as gSA [kuu {ks= 17 xakWoksa esa foHkDr gSA tgakW dqy tula[;k dk 2% Hkkx jgrk gSA
vuqlwfpr tkfr rFkk vuqlwfpr tutkfr dh vkcknh dk izfr'kr Øe'k% 18-55% rFkk 10-00%
gSA ;gk¡ dqy tula[;k dk 52-33% dk;Z’khy rFkk 47-67% vdk;Z’khy tula[;k gSA
1-4 izR;kf'kr i;kZoj.kh; izHkko o de djus ds mik;
1-4-1 ok;q iznw"k.k ds dkj.k o izca/ku izHkko
ok;q iznw"k.k ctjh [kuu ds nkSjku] mR[kuu izfØ;k] ynku] ifjogu ds dkj.k gksxkA
PM10 eq[; ok;q iznw"kd gksxkA
/kwy mRltZd rFkk ok;q iznw"k.k dks de djus ds fy;s fuEufyf[kr mik; fd;s tk;sxsA
1- [kuu fØ;kfof/k ds nkSjku /kwy mRltZu dks de djus ds fy;s ikuh dk fNM+dko fd;k
tk;sxkA
2- ctjh dks Vªdkas }kjk cktkj rd igqWpk;k tk;sxk rFkk f=iky }kjk Vªd dks <+dk tk;sxkA
3- okguksa ls gksus okys iznw"k.k dks de djus ds fy;s fuEufyf[kr 'krkZas dk ikyu fd;k
tk;sxkA
A. okgukas dk batu vPNh voLFkk esa gh rFkk iznw"k.k fu;a=.k izek.k i= mi;qDr vf/kdkjh
}kjk iznku fd;k gksA
B. ifjogu okguksa dh fujUrj varjky esa j[k&j[kko gks rFkk okguksa ls mRlftZr gksus okys
iznw"k.k dh takWp le; ij gksA
4- ifjos'kh ok;q xq.koŸkk dh takWp de ls de pkj LFkkuksa ij dh tk;sxh rkfd ok;q xq.koŸkk
ifj;kstuk ds vkl&ikl ds {ks= dh fuxjkuh gks ldsA
5- gfjr ifV~Vdk dk fodkl lM+d rFkk lehire xkaoksa esa fd;k tkosxkA
1-4-2 /ofu iznw"k.k ds dkj.k rFkk izca/ku izHkko
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/ofu iznw"k.k ds eq[; L=ksr e'khujh rFkk okguks dh vkoktkgh gksxsaA [kuu fØ;kfof/k lseh
eSdsukbTM fof/k ls dh tk;sxh ftlls ekewyh /ofu Lrj esa o`f) gks ldrh gSA cslykbZu /ofu
rhozrk fu/kkZfjr lhek ds vUnj gh ikbZ xbZ gSA gkykafd /ofu iznw"k.k dks de djus ds fy;s
fuEufyf[kr mik; fd;s tk;saxsA
1- okgukas dh fLFkfr vPNh rFkk fu;fer j[kj[kko fd;k tkosxkA
2- Jfedkas dks bZ;j Iyx fn;s tk;sxsA
3- /ofu xq.koŸkk dh takWp le;&le; ij dh tk;sxhA
1-4-3 ty i;kZoj.k ij izHkko
[kuu xfrfof/k Hkwty Lrj ls i;kZIr Å¡pkbZ ij dh tk;sxhA blfy;s ikuh ds Lrj ij dksbZ
izHkko ugha gksxkA [kuu dk;Z unh&ukyksa esa 3 ehVj dh xgjkbZ ;k Hkwty Lrj tks Hkh igys gks]
rd gh fd;k tk;sxk rFkk mDr [kuu }kjk unh&ukyksa dk izkd`frd cgko vo:) ugha gksxkA
1-4-5 lkekftd vkfFkZad ifjos'k
bl ifj;kstuk ls xk¡o ds pkjkxkg ;k fdlh Hkh lEifr dh dksbZ gkfu ugha gksxhA rFkk u gh
fdlh dk foLFkkiu fd;k tk;sxkA Hkwfe vokIr dh Hkh lEHkkouk ugha gSA bl ifj;kstuk ls
fdlh dks lkekftd vkfFkZad gkfu ugha gksxh cfYd yksxks dks jkstxkj ds volj miyC/k gksxsaA
{ks= esa vk/kkjHkwr <+k¡pk rS;kj gksxk tSls lM+d dk fuekZ.k bR;kfnA lh-,l-vkj- ds vUrxZr 4-6
yk[k dk O;; {ks= ds fodkl gsrq fd;k tk;sxk tks LFkkuh; yksxks dh lykg ls gksxkA
1-5 i;kZoj.kh; fuxjkuh dk;ZØe
i;kZoj.kh; fuxjkuh dk;ZØe izLrkfor ifj;kstuk ds fy;s rS;kj fd;k x;k gSA ok;q xq.koŸkk]
ty xq.koŸkk] /ofu xq.koŸkk rFkk e`nk xq.koŸkk dh takWp le;&le; ij dh tk;sxh rFkk N%
ekg esa xq.koŸkk tkWp RSPCB/MoEF dks Hksth tk;sxhA ljdkj }kjk iznŸk i;kZoj.kh; Lohd`fr
dh lHkh 'krksZa dk ikyu fd;k tk;sxkA i;kZoj.k ,oa ou eU=ky; }kjk tkjh i;kZoj.kh;
Lohd`fr vkSj ,l-ih-lh-ch- (SPCB) }kjk nh xbZ dUlsUV Vw vkWijsV dh 'krksZa ds vuqlkj i;kZoj.k
ds fofHkUu ?kVdksa ds fy, i;kZoj.k fo'ys"k.k dk;ZØe pyk;k tk;sxkA N% ekfld dEiyk;Ul
fjiksVZ dk 1 twu vkSj 1 fnlEcj dks fu;fer :i ls i;kZoj.k ,oa ou eU=ky;] ubZ fnYyh esa
izLrqr fd;k tk;sxkA i;kZoj.k fo'ys"k.k dk;ZØe tks fd i;kZoj.k ds fofHkUu ?kVdksa ds fy,
pyk;k tk;sxk] dk fooj.k uhps foLr`r gSA
lkj.kh ua- 1-3 iksLV&eksfuVjhax dk;ZØe fooj.k
Ø-lafooj.k
fo'ys"k.k dh ckjEckjrk
1- ifj;kstuk rFkk vkl&ikl ds {ks= esa O;kid
v)Zokf"kZad
ok;q xq.koŸkk
2- ty dh xq.koŸkk
v)Zokf"kZad
3- /ofu Lrj fo'ys"k.k
v)Zokf"kZad
4- feV~Vh dh xq.koŸkk
v)Zokf"kZad
1-6
ifj;kstuk ds ykHk
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izLrkfor ifj;kstuk ls ctjh dh c<+rh ek¡x dh iwfrZ gks ldsxh ftlls {ks= dh vkfFkZd fLFkfr
etcwr gksxh rFkk fodkl vkxs c<+sxk bl ifj;kstuk ls lehire xkWaoksa ds vdq'ky] dq'ky
Jfedksa dks jksxtkj ds volj iznku gksxs rFkk vkfFkZd fodkl esa enn feysxhA bl ifj;kstuk
ls izR;{k rFkk vizR;{k jkstxkj ds volj feysxsaA jkstxkj ctjh [kuu] ifjogu ds nkSjku
miyC/k gksxsaA
1-7 i;kZoj.kh; izca/ku ;kstuk
1-7-1 ok;q xq.koŸkk izca/ku
& ctjh okguksa dks f=iky ls <+dk tk;sxkA
& okguks] Vªdksa] MEij vkfn dh fu;fer tkWp o j[k&j[kko fd;k tk;sxk rFkk ih-;w-lhizekf.kr okguksa dks gh ifjogu esa yk;k tk;sxkA
& /kwy ds d.kksa dks jksdus ds fy;s Jfedksa dks MLV ekLd fn;s tk;sxsaA
& lM+dksa dk fu;fer j[k&j[kko fd;k tkosxkA
& LFkkuh; fudk;ksa rFkk ou foHkkx ds ijke'kZ ls {ks= esa mfpr LFkkuksa ij gfjr iV~Vh dk
fodkl fd;k tk;sxkA
1-7-2 ty xq.koŸkk izca/ku
& [kuu dk;Z ty Lrj ls Åij fd;k tk;sxkA
& [kuu dk;Z ls unh dh ty xq.kork rFkk i`Foh ds Hkhrj ty xq.kork dks izHkkfor ugha
djsxkA
& [kuu dk;Z unh ds izokg rFkk fn'kk esa vuqlkj gh fd;k tk;sxkA
1-7-3 /ofu izca/ku
& xkoksa ls xqtjus okys okguks ds }kjk de gkWuZ dk mi;ksx fd;k tk;sxk rFkk xakWoksa esa okguksa
dh xfrlhek 20 fdeh-@?kaVk gksxhA
& okguksa rFkk lkbysUlj dk le;&le; ij j[kj[kko fd;k tkosxkA
& iqjkus Vªdks dks mi;ksx esa ugha yk;k tk;sxkA
& gfjr ifV~Vdk dk fodkl fd;k tk;sxkA
1-7-4 Bksl dpjk izca/ku
izLrkfor [kuu fØ;kfof/k ls vksoj cMZu rFkk vif'k"V inkFkZ dk fu"dklu ugha gksxkA blfy;s
iquHkZj.k dh dksbZ vko';drk ugha gSA izR;sd o"kZ ckfj'k ds nkSjku ctjh dk iquHkZj.k gksxkA
1-7-5 lkekftd vkfFkZad i;kZoj.k
bl ifj;kstuk ls LFkkuh; yksxks dks izR;{k rFkk vizR;{k :i ls jkstxkj feysxkA bl
ifj;kstuk Je 'kfDr dh vko';drk ctjh dh ek=kRed mRiknu ds vk/kkj ij fu/kkZfjr
gksxhA [kuu {ks= ls eq[; lM+d rd ctjh ifjogu NksVs ifjogu lk/ku ls gh lEHko gksxkA
ftlls LFkkuh; yksxks dks jkstxkj izkIr gksxkA {ks= esa ifj;kstuk ds dkj.k NksVh eksVh nqdkusa
tSls pk; ds Bsys] iaDpj Bhd djus dh nqdku ;k [kkus ihus ds <+kcksa dk Hkh volj izkIr
gksxkA
1-7-6 la;qDr lkekftd ftEesnkjh ¼lh-,l-vkj-½
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bl ifj;kstuk esa la;qDr lkekftd ftEesnkjh ds rgr {ks= ds fodkl gsrq 4-6 yk[k :i;s
fuos'k djus dk izko/kku j[kk x;k gSA bldk fuos'k LFkkuh; yksxks dh vko';drkuqlkj yksxks
dh jk; ls fd;k tk;sxkA lEHkkfor xfrfof/k;ksa ds vuqlkj ftu Ldwyksa esa is;ty dh O;oLFkk
ugha gS ogk¡ is;ty gsrq Vadh dk fuekZ.k rFkk utnhdh dqvksa eas is;ty miyC/k djokuk] Ldwy
esa Nk=kvksa ds fy;s de ykxr ds 'kkSpky; dk fuekZ.k rFkk LFkkuh; yksxks gsrq jkstxkjksUeq[k
izf'k{k.k dh O;oLFkk djuk 'kkfey gSA
1-7-7 gfjr ifV~Vdk fodkl rFkk o`{kkjksi.k dk;ZØe
[kuu {ks= unh ry esa gSA vr% ikS/kkjksi.k ,oa gfjr ifV~Vdk dk fodkl [kuu {ks= esa ugha
fd;k tk ldrk gSA vr% gfjr ifV~Vdk dk fodkl vizksp jksM+ ds nksuks rjQ] ljdkjh Ldwy
rFkk xkaoks rFkk vU; mfpr LFkkuksa ij fd;k tk;sxkA lh-ih-lh-ch- ds ekudkas ds vuqlkj
LFkkuh; iztkfr;ksa ds isM+ yxk;s tk;asxsA ou foHkkx rFkk LFkkuh; fudk;ksa ds ijke'kZ lss fd;k
tk;sxkA lh-ih-lh-ch- dh xkbZM ykbu ds vuqlkj fuEu ikS/ks yxk, tk;asxs veyrk'k] f’k’ke
vke]ccwy]uhe]lhjl][kstMh]xqyeksgj][ktwj] ihiy]vkd bR;kfnA isM+&ikS/ks {ks= ds pkjkas rjQ dh
ifjf/k esa yxk, tk;sxsaA
lkj.kh ua- 1-4 gfjr ifV~Vdk dk fodkl
o"kZ
ikni la[;k
mRrjthohrk ¼70%½
ikS/kkjksi.k dk LFkku
izFke o"kZ
800
560
jksM+ ds nksuks rjQ]
ljdkjh tehu ij rFkk
f}rh; o"kZ
800
560
lkekftd okfudh izksxzkeA
r`rh; o"kZ
800
560
prqFkZ o"kZ
800
560
iape o"kZ
800
560
dqy
4000
2800
1-7-8 lkekftd vkfFkZd i;kZoj.k
bl ifj;kstuk ls LFkkuh; yksxks dks izR;{k rFkk vizR;{k :i ls jkstxkj feysxkA ctjh [kuu
ls unh dk mFkyk ry xgjk gks tk;sxkA blls unh ds ty izokg dh {kerk esa o`f) gksxhA
bl ifj;kstuk ls xSj dkuwuh :i ls gks jgs ctjh [kuu dh xfrfof/k;ksa ij vadq'k yxsxkA bl
ifj;kstuk ls [ksrh ds vykok O;kikfjd O;olk; ls jkstxkj miyC/k gksxkA ftlls vkS|ksfxd
xfrfof/k;ka c<+sxhA
1-8 lkjka'k
mijksDr fo'ys"k.k ls ;g dgk tk ldrk gS fd bl ifj;kstuk dk LFkkuh; ikfjfLFkfrd ij
foifjr izHkko ugha iM+sxk rFkk iznw"k.k fu;U=.k ds mik; djus ls i;kZoj.k iznw"k.k dh laHkkouk
Hkh ux.; gksxhA gfjr iV~Vh ds fuekZ.k ls i;kZoj.k esa lq/kkj rFkk fodkl gksxk o LFkkuh;
yksxks dks jkstxkj ds u;s volj feysxsaA
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.0
PREAMBLE
The word “Environment” is defined to include everything external to man/organism. It covers
the region, surroundings, or circumstances in which anything exists. Environment is an
important and essential part of the development. It plays an essential role in overall
development of the country. Development, which keeps environment with itself, called
sustainable development. Today, environment is degrading and exploited in many ways. Thus,
the Ministry of Environment & Forest (MoE&F) had formulated its policies & rules and made
new policies & rules regarding operation of the industries to achieve sustainable development
and to prevent slapdash exploitation of natural resources. An Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) is an assessment of the possible impact-positive or negative-that a proposed
project may have on the environment, together consisting of the natural, social and economic
aspects Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a tool used to identify the environmental,
social and economic impacts of a project prior to decision-making. It is said to be the
instrument through which the environmental management tries to accomplish its objective. It
aims to predict environmental impacts at an early stage in project planning and design, find
ways and means to reduce adverse impacts, shape projects to suit the local environment and
present the predictions and options to decision-makers. M/s Rajasthan fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd.
propose to develop a River Sand mine in, Revenue villages (Covering 17 villages) of Tehsil:
Begun, District: Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan having lease area is 286.43 Ha. Total land of
mining lease comes under Gair Mumkin Nadi, Nallah (Government land) as per Khasra no.
provided by Department of Mines & Geology, Rajasthan. No Forest land is involved in this
area. List of relevant khasra is given in Annexure No.3 and forms the part of toposheet No.
45K/12, 45K/16.
1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ON MINING OF MINERALS
Mining is a major contributor (2’nd) to the national GDP (4%) occupying 36 lakh hec. (0.11%)
of total land area (329 m ha) and providing employment generation (4 %) for 1.1 million
people of the country. In almost every mineral bearing region, soil mining and land
degradation have been inseparably connected. Indian mining industry is characterized by a
large number of small operational mines. The number of mines which reported mineral
production [excluding minor minerals, petroleum (crude), natural gas and atomic minerals] in
India was 2076 in 2011-12 as against 2355 in the previous year. Out of 2076 reporting mines,
354 were located in Andhra Pradesh followed by Gujarat (308), Rajasthan (241), Madhya
Pradesh (225), Karnataka (180), Tamil Nadu (156), Odisha (119), Jharkhand (106),
Chhattisgarh (99), Maharashtra (86) and Goa (70). These 11 States together accounted for
93.64% of total number of mines in the country in the year 2011-12. Rajasthan is the second
largest mineral producing State in India. About one-fourth of production of non-metallic
minerals in India comes from Rajasthan. Mining areas in Rajasthan produce many useful
minerals across the State. 43 major and 28 minor minerals are mined in Rajasthan.
Source: raj-sthan.webs.com
1.1.1 RIVER SAND MINING & ITS USES
Sand Mining is a process of the actual removal of sand from the foreshore including rivers, streams
and lakes. Sand is mined from beaches and inland dunes and dredged from river bed. The sand is
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dug up, the valuable minerals are separated in water by using their different density, and the
remaining ordinary sand is re-deposited. River sand is vital for human well-being and for sustenance
of rivers. River sand is one of the world’s most plentiful resources (perhaps as much as 20% of the
Earth’s crust is sand) and has the ability to replenish itself. As a resource, sand by definition is a
loose, incoherent mass of mineral materials and is a product of natural processes.’ These processes
are the disintegration of rocks and corals under the influence of weathering and abrasion. Bajri
continued to be most popular and leading construction material in view of being cheap, durable and
very easy to handle
1.2
PURPOSE OF REPORT
Economic, social and environmental change is inherent to development. Whilst development aims to
bring about positive change it can lead to conflicts. In the past, the promotion of economic growth as
the motor for increased well-being was the main development thrust with little sensitivity to adverse
social or environmental impacts. The need to avoid adverse impacts and to ensure long term benefits
led to the concept of sustainability. This has become accepted as an essential feature of development
if the aim of increased well-being and greater equity in fulfilling basic needs is to be met for this and
future generations. Mankind, as it is developed today, cannot live without taking up developmental
activities for his food, security and other needs. Consequently, there is a need to harmonize
developmental activities with the environmental concerns. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
is one of the tools available with the planners to achieve the above mentioned goals. As per MoEF,
Government of India issued various recommendations in March 2010 followed by the Model
Rules, 2010 framed by the Ministry of Mines which have to be given effect to, inculcating the
spirit of Article 48A, Article 51A(g) read with Article 21 of the Constitution. Central Government is
also should taking steps to bring into force the Minor Minerals Conservation and Development
Rules 2010 at the earliest. State Governments and UTs are also taking immediate steps to frame
necessary rules under Section 15 of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act,
1957 taking into consideration the recommendations of MoEF in its Report of March 2010 and
model guidelines framed by the Ministry of Mines Govt. of India. Communicate the copy of this
order to the MOEF, Secretary, Ministry of Mines, New Delhi, Ministry of Water Resources,
Central Government Water Authority, the Chief Secretaries of the respective States and Union
Territories have circulated this order to the concerned Departments.
The objective of this EIA study report is description of those aspects of the project which are likely
to cause environmental impacts in/around the proposed project area and identification of long-term,
short-term, reversible & irreversible impact on the immediate environment, ecology and ecosystem.
Based on impact prediction, suitable management plan is to be defined that will control and/or
minimize the detrimental impacts. Prior to initiation or expansion or modernization operation of any
mining project, no matter how necessary those projects are, the negative impacts on the environment
must be considered for site preparation and operation of project and then it should be justified in
relation to environmental considerations. Therefore, it is very much important in the design stage of
the project to take into account not only the social and economic aspects of the project, but also
environment protection considerations. The environmental impacts of any new or expansion project
must be surveyed, forecasted and evaluated by the project proponents in the process of designing the
project. These results and findings are then to be incorporated in the Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) Report. A Final of Environmental Impact Assessment report has been prepared to
comply with the Terms of Reference (TOR) received from MoEF vide letter no. J-11015/212/2013IA.II (M) Dated: 14.10.13, under EIA notification of the MoEF dated 14-9-2006, as amended on 1st
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Dec 2009 & 4th April 2011 and also the EIA Guidance Manual for Mining of Minerals (Feb, 2010)
of MoEF, Govt. of India, for seeking environmental clearance for mining of sand in the applied
mining lease area measuring 286.43 Ha.. The proposed project is categorized under category 1 (a)
(>50 Ha. of mining lease area) - A category {Mining of Minerals} as the lease area is 286.43
Ha.In order to assess the likely impacts arising out of the proposed project, the Rapid Environmental
Impact Assessment (REIA) is undertaken, which will be followed by preparation of a detailed
environmental management plan (EMP) to minimize those adverse impacts.
1.3
ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE PROCESS
The proposed project falls under Category –‘A’ as per the EIA notification of 14th September 2006
and its amendment dated 1st December 2009. Mining Projects of ML area of > 50 ha are classified as
“Category- A” projects. The authority for approval of ToR & issue / reject Environmental
Clearance (EC) is Ministry of Environment & Forests (MoEF), Government of India (GoI) on the
recommendations of Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC). The Environmental Clearance process for
mining will comprise a maximum of three stages.
STAGE (1) – SCOPING
'Scoping' refers to the process by which the EAC determines detailed and comprehensive TOR
addressing all relevant environmental concerns for the preparation of an EIA report in respect of the
project or activity for which prior environmental clearance is sought. The EAC determines the TOR
on the basis of information furnished in the prescribed application Form- 1, including TOR proposed
by the applicant.
STAGE (2) – PUBLIC CONSULTATION
"Public consultation" refers to the process by which the concerns of local affected persons and others
who have plausible stake in the environmental impact of the project or activity are ascertained with a
view to taking into account all the material concerns in the project or activity design as appropriate.
After completion of the public consultation, the applicant shall address all the material
environmental concerns expressed during this process, and make appropriate changes in the final
EIA and EMP. The final EIA report, so prepared, shall be submitted by the applicant to the
concerned regulatory authority for appraisal. The applicant may alternatively submit a
supplementary report to final EIA and EMP addressing all the concerns expressed during the public
consultation.
STAGE (3) - APPRAISAL
Detailed scrutiny by the EAC of the application and other documents like the final EIA report,
outcome of the public consultations including public hearing proceedings, submitted by the applicant
to the regulatory authority concerned for grant of EC. Flow-chart depicting the stages in prior
environmental clearance process for the proposed Category- A project is given in Fig- 1.1.
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Fig- 1.1 Prior Environmental Clearance Process for Category-A project
1.4
COMPLIANCE TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
The application for ToR of the Proposed River Sand Mining located in Revenue villages, Tehsil :
Begun, District Chittorgarh, Rajasthan was submitted on dated 03.07.2013 and the same was
considered in the 10th Reconstituted Committee of the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC)
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meeting of MoEF scheduled on 21th – 23th August, 2013 and was accorded approval vide letter no.
J-11015/212/2013-IA.II (M) dated. 14.10.2013, copy is enclosed as Annexure No.1. Compliance
to the Terms of Reference (ToR) is given in Table 1.1.
Table-1.1 COMPLIANCE TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
S.
TOR Condition
Compliance Status
No.
1
Year-wise production details since 1994 The letter of Intent was granted in the year
onwards should be given clearly stating Janurary 2014, the details of production since
the highest production achieved in any then are given below:one year prior to 1994. It may also be
categorically informed whether there had
S.No
Month & Year
Quantity
been any increase in production after the
1
Janurary 2014
5628
EIA Notification, 1994 coming into force
2
Februry 2014
7014
3
March 2014
7249
w.r.t the highest production achieved
4
April
2014
6453
prior to 1994.
5
6
7
2
A Copy of the document in support of
the fact that the proponent is the rightful
lessee of the mine should be given.
3
All documents including approved mine
plan, EIA and public hearing should be
compatible with one another in terms of
the mine lease area, production levels,
waste generation and its management
and mining technology and should be in
the name of the lessee.
All corner coordinates of the mine lease
area, superimposed on a High Resolution
Imagery/toposheet should be provided.
Such an Imagery of the proposed area
should clearly show the land use and
other ecological features of the study
area (core and buffer zone).
4
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May 2014
June 2014
July 2014
6412
4204
7951
LOI for Mining Lease for 286.43 Ha area has
been granted in favour of M/s Rajasthan fort
and Palace Pvt. Ltd. vide letter No.: funs@i2¼,&3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837 dated 30-112012 and copy of the same is enclosed as
Annexure No.2.
All documents including approved Mine
Plan, EIA and public hearing are compatible
with one another in terms of the production
levels, waste generation and its management
and mining technology.
All corner coordinates of mine lease area are
superimposed on High Resolution Imagery/
toposheet. (Detail is Given in Final EIA /EMP
report at Chapter 4, Figure no.4.2.
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Does the company have a well laid down
Environment Policy approved by its
Board of Directors? If so, it may be spelt
out in the EIA report with description of
the
prescribed
operating
process/procedures to bring into focus
any infringement/deviation/violation of
the environmental or forest norms/
conditions? The hierarchical system or
administrative order of the Company to
deal with the environmental issues and
for ensuring compliance with the EC
conditions may also be given. The
system
of
reporting
of
noncompliances/violations of environmental
norms to the Board of Directors of the
Company and/or shareholders or
stakeholders at large may also be detailed
in the EIA report.
Issues relating to Mine Safety, including
subsidence study, blasting study etc.
should be detailed. The proposed
safeguard measures in each case should
also be provided
The study area will comprise of 10 km
zone around the mine lease from lease
periphery and the data contained in the
EIA such as waste generation etc should
be for the life of the mine / lease period.
Land use of the study area delineating
forest area, agricultural land, grazing
land, wildlife sanctuary, national park,
migratory routes of fauna, water bodies,
human settlements and other ecological
features should be indicated. Land use
plan of the mine lease area should be
prepared to encompass preoperational,
operational and post operational phases
and submitted.
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The company through its well laid down
Environmental Policy will bring into focus
any infringement/deviation/violation of the
Environmental
norms/conditions.
After
commencement of the project in the area,
project proponent would have developed or to
establish an environmental management
system
of
reporting
of
noncompliance/violation of
Environmental norms.Details given in
Chapter- 9 of REIA/EMP report and
Environmental Policy enclosed as Annexure
No :19
No underground mining will be done, which
may create subsidence problems. Mining will
be done upto 3 m from surface or 1 m above
water level, whichever is earlier. So, Slope
study is not necessary.
No blasting is required. Proposed project is
opencast Mining.
Issues relating to mine safety & Proposed
safeguard given in Chapter: 7 of Final
REIA/EMP Report.
The study area comprise of 10 km zone from
the periphery of the mining lease is given in
Fig No: 4.1, of Chapter: 4. No overburden
and waste is likely to be generated during
lease period.
Land use map showing land use of study area
is given in Fig No.4.2 of Chapter: 4.
There is Bassi Wild Life Sanctuary situated
within 10km periphery of the mining lease
area.
There is no habitation within the lease area.
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Details of the land for any Over Burden
Dumps outside the mine lease, such as
extent of land area, distance from mine
lease, its land use, R&R issues, if any,
should be given.
A Certificate from the Competent
Authority in the State Forest Department
should be provided, confirming the
involvement of forest land, if any, in the
project area. In the event of any contrary
claim by the Project Proponent regarding
the status of forests, the site may be
inspected by the State Forest Department
along with the Regional Office of the
Ministry to ascertain the status of forests,
based on which, the Certificate in this
regard as mentioned above be issued. In
all such cases, it would be desirable for
representative of the State Forest
Department to assist the Expert Appraisal
Committees.
Status of forestry clearance for the broken
up area and virgin forestland involved in
the Project including deposition of net
present value (NPV) and compensatory
afforestation (CA) should be indicated. A
copy of the forestry clearance should also
be furnished.
Implementation status of recognition of
forest rights under the Scheduled Tribes
and other Traditional Forest Dwellers
(Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006
should be indicated
The vegetation in the RF / PF areas in the
study area, with necessary details, should
be given.
A study shall be got done to ascertain the
impact of the Mining Project on wildlife
of the study area and details furnished.
Impact of the project on the wildlife in
the surrounding and any other protected
area and accordingly detailed mitigative
measures required, should be worked out
with cost implications and submitted.
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No overburden and Solid waste will be
generated from the proposed river sand mine.
No R&R issues.
Not applicable as there is no forest land
involved in the lease area.
There is no forest land involved in the
proposed river sand mining area; hence no
forest clearance will be required.
Not Applicable as there is any Forest land
involved in the project.
A detailed study is given in Chapter: 4, at
point No.4.6
There will be no significant impact on the
surrounding wildlife due to the project.
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Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries,
Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors,
Tiger/Elephant
Reserves/Critically
Polluted Areas/Aravalli (existing as well
as proposed), if any, within 10 km of the
mine lease should be clearly indicated,
supported by a location map duly
authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden.
Necessary clearance, as may be
applicable to such projects due to
proximity of the ecologically sensitive
areas as mentioned above, should be
obtained from the State Wildlife
Department/Chief Wildlife Warden under
the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and
copy furnished.
A detailed biological study of the study
area [core zone and buffer zone (10 km
radius of the periphery of the mine lease)]
shall be carried out. Details of flora and
fauna, duly authenticated, separately for
core and buffer zone should be furnished
based on such primary field survey,
clearly indicating the Schedule of the
fauna present. In case of any
Scheduled-I fauna found in the study
area, the necessary plan for their
conservation should be prepared in
consultation with State Forest and
Wildlife
Department
and
details
furnished. Necessary allocation of funds
for implementing the same should be
made as part of the project cost.
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There is Bassi Wild Life Sanctuary situated
within 10km periphery of the mining lease
area. Wild life clearance application
Submitted to MOEFCC Wild Life division,
copy of the same is enclosed as Annexure
No.18
There are some Reserve&Protected forests
present within 10 km. radius. The list is given
below:Reserve Forest
Untkhora R. F.
(1.5 Km towards NorthEast)
Jaleshwar
Reserved
Forest (9.5 Km towards
North-South)
Mahudi Mahadev RF (4.5
Km towards East)
Reserve Forest (1.7 Km
towards North-West)
Singoli RF (4.9 Km
towards North-East)
Reserve Forest (2.7 km
towards East)
Protected Forest
Devlachh PF (1.9 Km
towards North-East)
A detailed biological study for the study area
[core and buffer zone (10 km radius of the
periphery of the mine lease)] has been carried
out in October-November & December, 2013
and the details are given in Chapter-4.
List of Flora & Fauna for core & buffer zone
has been forwarded for authentication which
is under process. Biological Study with
conservation plan is incorporated in Chapter
No: 4 of REIA/EMP report.
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Proximity to Areas declared as ‘Critically
Polluted’ or the Project areas likely to
come under the ‘Aravali Range’,
(attracting court restrictions for mining
operations), should also be indicated and
where
so
required,
clearance
certifications from the prescribed
Authorities, such as the SPCB or State
Mining Dept. Should be secured and
furnished to the effect that the proposed
mining activities could be considered.
Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ
map duly authenticated by one of the
authorized agencies demarcating LTL.
HTL, CRZ area, location of the mine
lease w.r.t CRZ, coastal features such as
mangroves, if any, should be furnished.
(Note: The Mining Projects falling under
CRZ would also need to obtain approval
of the concerned Coastal Zone
Management Authority).
R&R Plan/compensation details for the
Project Affected People (PAP) should be
furnished. While preparing the R&R
Plan,
the
relevant
State/National
Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy
should be kept in view. In respect of SCs
/STs and other weaker sections of the
society in the study area, a need based
sample survey, family-wise, should be
undertaken to assess their requirements,
and action programmes prepared and
submitted accordingly, integrating the
sectoral programmes of line departments
of the State Government. It may be
clearly brought out whether the village
located in the mine lease area will be
shifted or not. The issues relating to
shifting of Village including their R&R
and socio-economic aspects should be
discussed in the report.
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The project is well away from the Aravalli hill
ranges and mining will be retried only in river
bed. Project area also does not fall in
Critically Polluted Categary. Clearance
certificare from the State Mining Department
enclosed as Annexure no. 6.
Mining lease area does not falls in CRZ. Not
Applicable
There is no habitation in the mine lease area;
hence R&R is not applicable.
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One season (non-monsoon) primary
baseline data on ambient air quality
(PM10, SO2 and NOx), water quality,
noise level, soil and flora and fauna shall
be collected and the AAQ and other data
so compiled presented date-wise in the
EIA and EMP Report. Site-specific
meteorological data should also be
collected. The location of the monitoring
stations should be such as to represent
whole of the study area and justified
keeping in view the pre-dominant
downwind direction and location of
sensitive receptors. There should be at
least one monitoring station within 500 m
of the mine lease in the pre-dominant
downwind direction. The mineralogical
composition of PM10, PM2.5 particularly
for free silica, should be given.
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Air quality modelling should be carried
out for prediction of impact of the project
on the air quality of the area. It should
also take into account the impact of
movement of vehicles for transportation
of mineral. The details of the model used
and input parameters used for modelling
should be provided. The air quality
contours may be shown on a location map
clearly indicating the location of the site,
location of sensitive receptors, if any, and
the habitation. The wind roses showing
pre-dominant wind direction may also be
indicated on the map.
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The water requirement for the Project, its
availability and source should be
furnished. A detailed water balance
should also be provided. Fresh water
requirement for the Project should be
indicated.
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One season primary baseline data on ambient
air quality, water quality, noise quality, soil
quality & flora & Fauna (Post-Monsoon’2013
– Octomber-November-December’2013) has
been collected and mentioned in EIA/EMP
report in Chapter-4.
The summary of the data is given in chapter
– 4. Monitoring locations are given as
follows:Location
Distance
Direction w.r.t
(km)
lease area
Downi
4.5
North
Siyahaya
7.0
South
Raghunath
5.5
North-West
pura
Singhpura
0.3
North
Rupapura
0.3
North-South
The mineralogical composition of PM10
particularly of free silica is given in Chapter 4
of this final REIA/EMP Report.
In order to predict the particulate emissions,
AERMOD version 8.2 model was used to
predict changes in air quality i.e., maximum
ground level concentration (GLC’s) of PM10,
due to the proposed mining activity. The
inputs required for the model are: Hourly meteorological data
Source data
 Receptor data
 Programme control parameters.
Air quality modeling has been carried out for
prediction of impact due to proposed project
activities on the present air quality of the area
as shown in Chapter: 5. The Windrose
diagram indicating predominant wind
direction is shown in Figure No.4.12 of Final
REIA report.
The water requirement for the project is 4.0
KLD which includes both for dust
suppression and for Domestic purpose. The
details of water requirement are given in
Chapter: 2.
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Necessary clearance from the Competent
Authority for drawl of requisite quantity
of water for the Project should be
provided.
Description of water conservation
measures proposed to be adopted in the
Project should be given. Details of
rainwater harvesting proposed in the
Project, if any, should be provided.
Impact of the project on the water quality,
both surface and groundwater should be
assessed and necessary safeguard
measures, if any required, should be
provided.
Based on actual monitored data, it may
clearly be shown whether working will
intersect groundwater. Necessary data
and documentation in this regard may be
provided. In case the working will
intersect groundwater table, a detailed
Hydro Geological Study should be
undertaken and Report furnished.
Necessary permission from Central
Ground Water Authority for working
below ground water and for pumping of
ground water should also be obtained and
copy furnished.
Details of any stream, seasonal or
otherwise, passing through the lease area
and modification / diversion proposed, if
any, and the impact of the same on the
hydrology should be brought out.
Information on site elevation, working
depth, groundwater table etc. Should be
provided both in AMSL and bgl. A
schematic diagram may also be provided
for the same.
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Required water demand will be meat out from
Tanker Water Supply. Hence, CGWA
Permission is not required
Water conservation measures proposed to be
adopted in the project have been incorporated
in Chapter 5 of EIA /EMP Report. No rainwater harvesting is possible in ML area.
There will be no significant impact on both
surface & ground water quality is expected, as
river sand mining does not release any type of
pollutants to water/water bodies.
Water Table Core Zone:
Pre-monsoon : 12.10 m bgl
Post-monsoon :7.45 m bgl
Water Table Buffer Zone:
Pre-monsoon : 18.96 m bgl
Post-monsoon : 10.72 m bgl
Ultimate Working depth:1-3 m bgl
At any stage river sand mining will not
intersect the groundwater table, as mining will
be carried out to shallow depth (3.0m below
river bed). In the proposed river sand area
general ground water table depth varies from
7.45-18.96 m bgl. No intersect of the ground
water table and no pumping of water required
during proposed mining. Hence, No need to
take permission from Central Ground Water
Board.
Mining will be carried out in river bed, which
is a govt. land and hence no activity is
proposed in forest land. Hence, no
diversion/modification is proposed.
Site elevation
368 - 384 AMSL
Ultimate Working 3 meter
Depth
Ground water table 12.10 -18.96 mbgl
(Pre-Monsoon)
Ground water table
7.45-10.72
( Post-Monsoon)
Source: CGWA Report 2007.
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A time bound Progressive Greenbelt
Development Plan shall be prepared in a
tabular form (indicating the linear and
quantitative coverage, plant species and
time frame) and submitted, keeping in
mind, the same will have to be executed
up front on commencement of the project.
Impact on local transport infrastructure
due to the Project should be indicated.
Projected increase in truck traffic as a
result of the Project in the present road
network (including those outside the
Project area) should be worked out,
indicating whether it is capable of
handling
the
incremental
load.
Arrangement
for
improving
the
infrastructure, if contemplated (including
action to be taken by other agencies such
as State Government) should be covered.
Details of the onsite shelter and facilities
to be provided to the mine workers
should be included in the EIA report.
Conceptual post mining land use and
Reclamation and Restoration of mined
out areas (with plans and with adequate
number of sections) should be given in
the EIA report.
A time bound Progressive Greenbelt
Development Plan shall be prepared in a
tabular form (indicating the linear and
quantitative coverage, plant species and
time frame) and submitted, keeping in
mind, the same will have to be executed
up front on commencement of the project.
Phase-wise plan of plantation and
compensatory afforestation should be
charted clearly indicating the area to be
covered under plantation and the species
to be planted. The details of plantation
already done should be given.
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A
time-bound
Progressive
Greenbelt
Development Plan is given in Chapter: 9.
The proposed production of minor mineral
per day will be around 600 TPD, requiring 30
trucks/ tippers of 20 ton capacity per day. The
mine site is connected to a pucca road. This
pucca road is well connected to NH-76
connecting Bhilwara to Rajsamand which is 1
km towards East from mine site. It has
sufficient capacity to take care of the extra
traffic-load of the mine. As the load on the
road network is not very high, no additional
infrastructure is contemplated.
All basic facilities i.e. shelter, washroom,
first-aid, drinking water for workers will be
provided at mine site.
Details given in final REIA/EMP Chapter
No.9
A time bound Progressive Greenbelt
Development Plan is given in Chapter: 9.
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Occupational Health impacts of the
Project should be anticipated and the
proposed preventive measures spelt out in
detail. Details of pre-placement medical
examination and periodical medical
examination schedules should be
incorporated in the EMP.
Public health implications of the Project
and related activities for the population in
the impact zone should be systematically
evaluated and the proposed remedial
measures should be detailed along with
budgetary allocations.
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No such occupational health hazard is
anticipated still face mask and ear plug will
be provided to workers.
Dust will be generated due to transportation of
Sand to the roads. Water sprinkling measures
will be taken at site for suppression of dust.
Details regarding public health incorporated in
Chapter -9, of Final RREIA/ EMP Report.
Regular medical checkup of the worker will
be carried out in medical camp.
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Measures of socio economic significance
and influence to the local community
proposed to be provided by the Project
Proponent should be indicated. As far as
possible, quantitative dimensions may be
given
with
time
frames
for
implementation.
River
sand
mining
will
increases
infrastructure work and facilities that will help
in generating employment, transportation.
Detailed environmental management plan
to mitigate the environmental impacts
which, should inter-alia include the
impacts of change of land use, loss of
agricultural and grazing land, if any,
occupational health impacts besides other
impacts specific to the proposed Project.
Public hearing points raised and
commitment of the project proponent on
the same along with time bound action
plan to implement the same should be
provided and also incorporated in the
final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.
Detailed Environmental Management Plan
has been incorporated in Chapter: 9 and the
environment impacts are given in Chapter: 5
of Final REIA/EMP Report.
Details of litigation pending against the
project, if any, with direction /order
passed by any Court of Law against the
project should be given.
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Directly around 23 workers will be adopted in
mining.
Details of community welfare activities to be
done for the local community, along with
proposed budget are given in Chapter 5 of
REIA/EMP Report.
Public Hearing Proceedings along with points
raised and commitment of the project
proponent on the same along with time bound
action plan to implement have been
incorporated and detailed public hearing
proceedings incorporated in chapter No: 7 in
REIA/EMP Report.
To the best of our knowledge no litigation is
pending against the project in any Court of
Law.
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The cost of the project (capital cost and
recurring cost) as well as the cost towards
implementation of EMP should clearly be
spelt out.
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Details of replenishment studies;
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Details of Transportation of mined out
materials as per the Indian Road Congress
for both the ways (loaded as well as
unloaded trucks) load and its impact on
Environment;
Proper species specific Conservation plan
for Schedule–I and II species;
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Impact of mining on plankton
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Details of mining activity to be provided
w.r.t Block Wise/ Calendar wise/ Zonal
wise, as the mine lease area having a long
stretch.
Details of Gradient of river bed to be
provided; and
Details of excavation schedule &
sequential mining plan.
The Mining Plan shall be prepared
carefully, dividing lease area into
Manageable blocks to ensure scientific
and systematic mining of minor minerals.
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Capital cost for the Proposed project: Rs. 60
Lac.
Proposed Capital Cost for EMP: Rs.13.0 Lac
The same has been incorporated in Chapter: 9
of EIA/EMP Report.
Given in Chapter: 5 of Final EIA/EMP
Report
The haul road will be made as per IRC
guidelines and time to time maintenance of
the road will be done.
Given in Chapter :4 of EIA/EMP report
Schedule–I Fauna Peacock found in study
area. Details Given in Chapter: 4 of EIA/EMP
report.
During the entire lease period, River Sand
Mining will be restricted to 3.0 meter depth
from the river bed and will be kept above 1-2
meter from the water table. River sand mining
activity negligible effect on plankton found as
results of our study.Details is Given in
Chapter: 4 of EIA/EMP report.
It is proposed to work in 05 blocks. Total
block (A, B, C, D & E). Total extant of lease
is 22 km. in length. Given in Chapter: 2 of
EIA/EMP report.
Given in Chapter: 4 of EIA/EMP report.
Given in Chapter: 2 of Final EIA/EMP report.
It is proposed to work in 05 blocks. Total
block (A, B, C, D & E). Total extent of lease
is 22 km. in length. Details are Given in
Chapter: 2 of Final EIA/EMP Report.
1.5 POST ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING
Environmental Monitoring Program will be implemented for the proposed mining operations in postenvironmental clearance phase also. Environmental monitoring programme includes (i)
environmental surveillance (ii) analysis & interpretation of data (iii) preparation of reports to support
environmental management system and (iv)Time to time Compliance of EC. A comprehensive
environmental surveillance will be carried out by the project proponent. Monitoring report will be
directly sent to the regulatory authorities. The monitoring data generated on routine basis shall serve
as tools for:
1. Environmental status of the area
2. Performance of the environmental protection measures.
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3. Overall effectiveness of EMP. The monitoring programme also includes the action plan in case
of emergency, so that appropriate measures may be taken.
GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT DOCUMENT
As per the EIA guidance manual prepared by Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI),
Hyderabad, The mining sector manual consists of eleven chapters, which correspond to the generic
structure given as per EIA notification 2006, as amended December 2009. Based on this manual, the
generic structure of the report is as follows:
 Introduction
 Project Description
 Analysis of Alternatives (Technology & Site)
 Description of the Environment
 Anticipated Environmental Impact & mitigation Measures
 Environmental Monitoring Programme
 Additional studies
 Project benefits
 EMP
 Summary & Conclusion
 Disclosure of Consultant Engaged
IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT
Name of Project: - Mining of River Sand in Rivers, Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, State:
Rajasthan. (List of villages with Khasara No. enclosed as Annexure No.3)
Project Proponent: M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd.
Address: 312, Ganapati Plaza MI Road, Jaipur.
M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. has been granted a mining lease for extraction of Sand
over an area of 286.43 Ha. The lessee is engaged in minor minerals mining profession since last 1012 years. The Applicant was experienced person in mining profession with a sound financial
background. Letter of Intent enclosed as Annexure No.2.
1.8 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
The proposed project is an open cast Semi-mechanized mining. It has been proposed to collect sand
from the river bed of Rivers. Mining will be confined to the allotted lease area which lies on the river
bed of Rivers from which approximately 1.68 Lac Tonnes per year of sand will be excavated and the
estimated project cost is Rs. 60 lac. The Department of Mines and Geology intend to award mining
lease of River Sand as per letter no. funs@i-2¼,&3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837 dated 30.11.2012
PROJECT NATURE, SIZE & LOCATION:
The proposed project is river bed sand mining project.It has been proposed to excavate
approximately 1.68 lac tons of river sand annually over an area of 286.43 Ha. The mining area is
located in Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan. The mining
lease/proposed project area falls in Survey of India Toposheet No. 45K/12, 45K/16. And Latitude:
2510’20” N to 255’55” N, Longitude: 7446’57” E to 7451’40” E.
Table-1.2 shows the salient features of the proposed project.
Nature of Project
Sand Mining
Size of project
Mining Lease Area: 286.43 Ha. (Govt. Land )
Proposed Capacity
1.68 LTPA
Project Location
Revenue Villages of Tehsil: Begun, District:
Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan
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Latitude
Longitude
Survey of India Topo-sheet No.
Elevation
Grant of Mine Lease
Mining Method
Nearest Railway station
Nearest National Highway
Interstate boundaries
2510’20” N to 255’55” N
7446’57” E to 7451’40” E
45K/12, 45K/16
368 mRL is the lowest and 384 mRL is the highest
point in the Rivers
Vide order no. funs@i-2¼,&3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837
dated 30.11.2012.
Semi mechanized opencast method
Chittorgarh (Aerial distance 33 km)
NH-76 (0.3 km from proposed lease area)
There is no interstate boundary within 10 km study
area.
3-4 water bodies present within 10 km study area
Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary situated in 10 km radius
area of the mining lease boundary.
Nearest water body
Ecological Sensitive Areas
(National Park, Wild Life
Sanctuaries,
Biosphere
Reserves, Wildlife Corridors,
Tiger/ Elephant Reserves)
Seismic Zone
Zone – II [as per IS 1893 (Part-I): 2002]
Note: All the distances mentioned above are aerial distances
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Fig No 1.2 FCC Map of River Sand area
1.9 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES & APPLICABLE LAWS/REGULATIONS
a) There is no legal case against the project and project proponent.
b) There is no national park notified under the Wildlife Protection Act in the lease area. The mining
lease for extraction of Sand has been granted for an area of 286.43 Ha. The area is situated at
Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District-Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan. The mine lease area was
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granted in favor of M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd., vide order no. funs@i2¼,&3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837 dated 30.11.2012 for a lease period of 5 yeras for mining of sand.
1.10 INFRASTRUCTURE
1.10.1 NEAREST RAILWAY STATION
Chittorgarh which is about 33 km from the project site (SE).
1.10.2 NEAREST AIRPORT
Dabok Airport, Udaipur - 106 km from site towards South-East (aerially).
1.10.3 NEAREST HIGHWAY
N.H.76 (Allahabad to Pindwara) about 0.3 km towards East from lease area.
1.11 COST OF THE PROJECT
The estimated capital cost of the project along with EMP budget is Rs.60 Lac.
1.12 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT
Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur has been assigned for preparation of Environment Impact
Assessment (EIA) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP) report for proposed River sand
mining Project. The baseline data has been conducted by us in association with M/s Noida Testing
Laboratories, B-26, Udhyog Kendra-1, Greater Noida, U.P (NABL Accredited Laboratory). The
baseline data on air quality, water quality,Soil quality & Ambient noise quality monitored by Noida
Testing Laboratories & other base line data i.e. land use, socio-economic profile of the study area,
existing flora, fauna, along with the physiographical status,Geography & hydrological study carried
out by team of Enviro Concept (I) Pvt Ltd., Jaipur. An effective plan to mitigate the adverse impacts
and suggestive pollution control measures along with environmental management plan has been
summarized.
1.13 SCOPE OF WORK
The scope of the work includes detailed characterization of various environmental components such
as micro-meteorology, air, noise, water, land and socio-economy within 10 km radius from the
proposed plant. The main objectives of the study are: To identify and quantify significant impacts due to various operations of the proposed sand
mining project on various environmental components through prediction of impacts.
 To assess the existing baseline status of air, water, noise, land and socio- economic environment.
 To evaluate and implement the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) detailing control
measures and its efficiency to minimize the pollution levels within the permissible norms. To
evaluate the beneficial and adverse impacts of the proposed sand mining project.
 To design an occupational health & safety plan for the employees.
 To design post project monitoring plan for regulating the environmental quality within the limits
and help in sustainable development of the area.
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CHAPTER-2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.0
GENERAL
M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd propose to develop a River Sand mining in Tehsil: Begun,
District: Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan. Total lease area of River sand mining is 286.43 Ha. The area
is located in Rivers Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh covering the 17 villages falling along the
Rivers. The land form is river bed and non-forest land. The river beds area is belong to Government
land as per revenue records. The Mine Lease area falls on Survey of India Toposheet No. 45K/12, 45
K/16.
Project proponent: M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. (Company)
Ownership/Occupancy: River beds and nalas under mining lease areas are owned by Govt. of
Rajasthan.
Table No. 2.1 Villages covering lease area
Name of village
Khasra No.
Area in Hectares
1. Saran
1,2,3,5,416/1,417/5,
64.87
2. Rup pura
1,2,89
3.01
3. Chavandiya
545,616,
12.642
4. Aakodiya
1,24
15.251
5. Bada Kheda
1,2
14.787
6. Luhariya
1,333,334,335,337,495,496,497,4
69.258
81
7. Meghpura
5,12,403,425,818,820,823,843,
11.826
8. Kitiyas
260,262/260
7.54
9. Chosla
12,13
21.237
10. Motipura
1
7.48
11. Torniya
284
11.47
12. Barniyas
1,327,459,460,462/327
8.384
13.
Hado
ka
80
2.63
Kheda
14. Bhinchor
873,1145,1491
5.71
15. Devlach
237,380
13.53
16. Parsoli
76,93,338
14.5
17. Hamepur
21,380/219
2.31
Total
286.43 Ha.
The Environmental Impact Assessment report has been prepared in terms of EIA notification of the
MoEF dated 14th Sept 2006, as amended on 1st Dec 2009 & 4th April 2011 and the EIA Guidance
Manual for Mining of Minerals (Feb, 2010) of MoEF, Govt. of India, for seeking environmental
clearance for mining in the area of sand mining lease measuring 286.43 Ha falling under category
“A.
2.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
The proposed project is to mine sand from the lease area. The estimated project cost is Rs 60 Lac.
The Department of Mines and Geology intend to award mining lease of River Sand as per letter no.
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funs@i-2¼,&3½fpRrkSM@ctjh@2012@837 dated 30.11.2012. Its river sand area spreads in an area of 286.43
Ha, which is government transverse land.
2.1.1 LOCATION DETAILS
The proposed mining project is located in Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh,
Rajasthan. The project site is covered under Survey of India Toposheet no: 45K/12, 45K/16.
(1:50000 scale) and the area falls between 2510’20”N to 255’55”N Latitudes & 7446’57”E to
7451’40” E Longitudes. The elevation of the ML area varies from 368-384 MSL.
Fig - 2.1 Shows the location map of the project. Google image of the proposed project, along with
corner coordinates is shown in Fig- 2.2
Fig - 2.1 Location Map of the Project
Fig.- 2.2 Google imagery of the proposed project, showing the corner coordinates
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2.1.2 NEED FOR THE PROJECT & IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY OR REGION
The demand of sand in the area is increasing day by day both for private construction activities and
infrastructure development by the Government Agencies The economy of India is the eleventh
largest in the world by nominal GDP and the third largest by purchasing power parity. The country is
one of the G-20 major economies and a member of BRICS. The primary reason for the economic
growth can be attributed to the growth in infrastructure. Infrastructural growth is directly
proportional to the availability of raw materials such as bricks, cement, sand etc. with the growing
infrastructural requirement of the India, the demand of raw materials have increased geometrically.
The proposed project will not only help the natural drainage pattern of the area by removing
depositing sand on the river bed but also be a solution to the growing requirement of raw materials
for infrastructure.
2.1.3 DEMAND AND SUPPLY GAP
There is large demand of sand for construction activities in the region. Demand of sand will be
fulfilled by this project to various end users in open market. The Bajri which is an important
component in the construction activities of any kind increases the demand as whole. During the last
three to four years sudden increase in the real estate activities in the region has further enhanced the
high demand of the bajri which will be fulfilled by this project.
2.1.4 EXPORT POSSIBILITY
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Sand will be sold out in only domestic market as well as capital market. No export of River sand is
envisaged from this mine.
2.2 LEASEHOLD AREA
Total lease hold area of 286.43 Ha lies in the river bed. The area break up of leased area is shown in
the following table.
Table No. 2.2 Area Break Up of Leased Area
S. No.
Particular
Area (Ha)
1
River Bed Area
286.43 Ha
2
Agricultural Land
Nil
3
Grazing Land
Nil
4
Forest Land
Nil
Total
286.43 Ha
Fig- 2.3 Photographs of the ML Area
North-West
North-East
South-West
South-East
2.3
GEOLOGY
Chittorgarh district is located between 2332’and 2513’ latitude and 7421’ and 7549’ longitude
covering an area of 10,856 sq.km. The district is part of Udaipur Division and is divided into five
sub-divisions namely Begun, Chittorgarh, Kapasan, Nimbahera and Pratapgarh. Administratively the
district is divided into 13 tehsils and 14 development blocks. The oldest formation exposed in the
area belongs to Bhilwara super group of Archean age. The northern, central and western part of the
district are occupied by the younger formations of Aravalli super group and Delhi super group of
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Proterozoic age. Quaternary and recent alluvium overlies most of the formations in isolated pockets,
along river courses and in shallow depressions
2.3.1 REGIONAL GEOLOGY
Regionally Geology of the area along & around the River bed in Begun tehsil district Chittorgarh
comprises of various rocks belonging to Bhilwara Supergroup. The area comprises of biotite schist,
quartzite, dolomite, amphibolite, graphitic mica schist, calc gneisses, amphibolite schist belonging to
Mangalwar complex, Rajpura Dariba Group & Pur Banera Group of Bhilwara Supergroup. The
regional stratigraphical sequence of rocks in the area can be summarized as follows as per GSI
memoir
Table No. 2.3 Regional Lithostratigraphy of Area
Era
Supergroup
Group
Formation
Litho units
A
BHILWARA
Pur Banera
Rewara
Calc gneiss, calc schist
R
> 2500 m.y
Mica schist
C
Quartzite
H
Amphibolite schist
A
Quartzite
RajpuraBhinder
E
Graphitic mica schist
Dariba
A
Dolomitic marble
N
Dolomite
Mangalwar
Potla
Quartzite
complex
Biotite schist
Dolomitic
marble/crystalline
limestone/calc silicate.
Source: Approved Mining Plan with Progressive Mine Closure Plan
2.3.2 LOCAL GEOLOGY:
The geology along the River bed comprises of biotite schist, quartzite, dolomite of Potla formation
of Mangalwar complex calc gneiss, calc schist, mica schist of Rewara formation of Pur-Banera
Group. The stratigraphical sequences of rocks along the river bed are as follows
Table No 2.4 Stratigraphical sequences of rocks
Era
Super group
Group
Formation
Upper
Upper
Bhander
Lakheri (lower Bhander) Limestone
Proterozoic
Vindhyan
Ganugarh Shale
Govindgarh (upper Rewa) sandstone
Rewa
Source: Approved Mining Plan with Progressive Mine Closure Plan
2.3.3 ESTIMATION OF RESERVES
The total mineable reserves are 77.98 LacTons. The lease of mine is for 5 years, with the proposed
production capacity of 1.68 LTPA. For the systematic estimation and operation river stretch of 17
villages has been calculated as per 3 meter average thickness of River sand which is ultimate limit of
mining in river.
Total area = 286.43 Ha
PROVED RESERVES
a) Survey was conducted in entire lease area of the river bed as per the area allocated in different
villages, vide list given by ME Chittorgarh. This is the basic document provided by the
authorities. Khasra Plan was provided by the applicant. Sections were drawn on scale 1:20000.
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b) As per Rule 18 of Rules, 2012 of MMCR, 1986 clause 32 stipulates “In case of mining lease of
mineral Bajri, the lease/leases shall abstain from mining beyond depth of 3.0 m from the surface
and below the water in such a manner that natural path of river is not altered”.
c) 7.5m offset will also be left against the river banks to protect side collapse\scouring and riparian
vegetation
d) River is not having any water flow during post monsoon period and sand bed remains dry.
e) Mineral reserves are calculated up to 3 m depth from river bed surface RL.
f) A safety zone of 45.0 mt. radius is being demarked for the wells located in the river bad. All
reserves are proved reserves. Details given as follow:
Table No 2.5 Blocked reserves as per UNFC code (211 & 122)
Water bodies
4.0 Ha
Roads (8 in Nos.)
6.30 Ha
Anicut
3.70 Ha
Electric line
11.75 Ha
Total blocked reserve
4231500 Tones
Reserve calculation – Area in sq.mt x thickness of Bajri x bulk density
Proved reserves as per UNFC code (111)
Total Lease Area: 286.43 Ha.
Total reserves = 12030060 Tones
Minable Reserves = A-B
= 12030060 - 4231500 = 7798560 Ton
Say as 77.98 Lac Ton
2.3.4 QUALITY OF RESERVES
The size of sediments varies from 1 mm to about 3 mm and is not uniform. The grains in the all size,
small or large are rounded to sub rounded in shape. The colour of river sand is grayish fine to course
grained. River sand weathered particles of feldspethic rocks of granitic composition with mixture of
silica and other accessories minerals.The sand is composed of loose rounded silica grains of varying
size with minor clay and sand particle with pebbles and is being used for preparing of pieces which
are used as building materials. The River Sand is of two grades i.e. fine and coarse River Sand and
used for different purpose as tabulated below Table No. 2.6
Table No.2.6 Grade & uses of River Sand
Type of River Sand
Grade
Uses
Low grade River Sand SiO2 up to 85%
Building materials
Fe2O3 up to 2.75 %
of low cost use
High Grade River SiO2 up to 98%
Building of medium
Sand
Fe2O3 up to 0.5 %
and high class use
Fig- 2.4 Surface Geological Plan of the ML area
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2.4 TYPES OF MINING
The mining process is opencast semi-Mechanized river bed mining of minor minerals. Mining
activity will be carried out by open cast semi mechanized method. Light weight excavators will be
used for loading of mineral in tippers. No OB/waste material will be produced. No drilling/blasting
is required as the material is loose in nature. Proper benching will be maintained. Roads will be
properly made and water sprayed for suppression of dust.Total extent of lease is 22.00 km. in length.
As per the production programmed and the envisaged area of activity a length of approximately 3.2
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Km will be extracted during the five year plan period. Approach roads from the mining lease area
already described earlier will be merging with permanent tar road on both sides of the river for
transportation of the mineral to final destination.
Fig- 2.5 Process Flow Diagram for river sand mining
River Sand Area
Removal from River
sand
River sand excavation up to depth
of 3 mt by Excavators
River sand loaded on
Truck/dumpers
Table No: 2.7 Mining Details
S. No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PARTICULARS0
Method of Mining
Mineable Reserves
Proposed Production
No. of Bench
Total Blocks
Bench Height
Ultimate working depth
Elevation Range
Ground Water Table
10
Number of working days
DETAILS
Open Cast Semi-mechanized
77.98 Lac Ton
1.68 LTPA
1
5 ( A,B,C,D,E)
3.0 mt
3m
384-368 mRL
Water Table Core Zone:
Pre-monsoon : 12.10-1896 m bgl
Post-monsoon : 7.45-10.72 m bgl
Source- District Ground water Report, 2007.
280
2.4.1 WORKING DEPTH
The deposits occur in the middle/bottom of the river. During the entire lease period, the river sand
will be excavated from the surface up to 3 m bgl or above one meter water level, whichever is
earlier.
2.4.2 PRODUCTION DETAILS
Lease has been allotted for a period of 5 years only. Lease area consists of 286.43 Ha in Khasra of
17 villages in a stretch of 22 km it is proposed to work in 05 blocks and estimated based on Sp.
Gravity 1.4 M3/Ton, maximum working depth 3.0 mt. from thr river beds. Details given as follows:
Table 2.8 Block Wise Production Details
Year
1st
Block
A
33600
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33600
Block
C
33600
Block
D
33600
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Block
E
33600
Productio
n in Ton
168000
Area
in
Sqm
8000
Volume in
Cum
24000
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33600 33600 33600
33600 33600
168000
8000
24000
rd
3
33600 33600 33600
33600 33600
168000
8000
24000
th
4
33600 33600 33600
33600 33600
168000
8000
24000
th
5
33600 33600 33600
33600 33600
168000
8000
24000
Source: Approved Mining Plan
Table 2.9: Proposed Production
S. No.
Per year production
Recovery (100%)
1
168000
168000
2
168000
168000
3
168000
168000
4
168000
168000
5
168000
168000
Total
840000
840000
3
*Bulk density is 1.40 ton\m
2.5 GENERAL FEATURES
2.5.1 PHYSIOGRAPHY
The area is marked by flat topography of igneous formation, which are surrounded by fine to coarse
grained sandy soil overlying the River Sand deposit 368 mRL is the lowest and 384 mRL is the
highest RL in the Rivers, Tehsil Begun district Chittorgarh.
2.5.2 SURFACE DRAINAGE PATTERN
It is a river bed mining project. The total lease area is located in the rivers catchment/water shed
area.
2.5.3 VEHICULAR TRAFFIC DENSITY
The roads connect from the mine site to National Highway No. 76. These roads are wide enough to
facilitate easy and smooth movement of heavy duty trucks. Movement of trucks after mineral
loading will be towards both sides through approach roads connecting to tar road and then to
National Highway-76 for destination. The National Highway has traffic density of less than 4 trucks
per hour. On this Highway trucks/trolleys ply regularly and it will easily accommodate additional
dumper/tippers per hour.
2.5.4 TOWNSHIP
Since this mining is intermittent and labour employed would be mostly from adjoining villages, no
colony is proposed.
2.5.5 INFRASTRUCTURE:
The site services like temporary rest shelter, portable toilets, first aid box, and drinking water
facilities will be provided to workers at the mine site.
2.5.6 POWER, WATER SUPPLY AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENT
All the activities will be carried out only during day time. Hence, no power is required. The
proposed river sand mining spreads in an area of 286.43 Ha, which is government land. The water
requirement in the mine is 4.0 KLD for mining activities. About 2.0 KLD will be required for
domestic purpose and about 2.0 KLD will be required for dust suppression and greenbelt
development. Water will be made available by the water tankers.
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Table No.2.10 Water Requirement
Activity
Water requirement in KLD
Domestic Use
2
Plantation
&
Dust
2
Suppression
Total
4
Fig-2.6 Water Balance
Water Requirement: 4.0 KLD
Source – Water Tanker
Drinking Water
Domestic use 2.0 KLD
Discharge in
Septic Tank / Soakpit
Plantation & Dust
Suppression 2 KLD
Per collates to Sub –
Surface discharged
Discharged to Natural
MINING MACHINERY
Drainage: Nil
All the mining machinery will be used will belong to contractor on hire basis. The mining will be
done with the help of Excavators, Front End Loaders, Dumpers, etc. Following equipment is
proposed to be deployed for the desired production.
Table No.2.11 List of machinery
S. No.
Name of machinery
Capacity
Nos.
1
Excavators
0.9 to 1.2 m
5
2
Tippers\ Trucks
20 tones
10
3
Pay loader JCB
5
4
Light vehicles
1
Office and Store: An office will be constructed near lease area may be constructed on appropriate
location.
Workshop: Mining will be semi mechanized so there is essential requirement of a work shop where
loading and haulage machineries and equipment will be repair and maintained for regular and
smooth working.
First –aid facility: A first aid box with all necessary medicine will kept all the times in the office
building and nearby significant working areas for use as and when required
2.6.1 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS
The proposed mining activity is envisaged to improve the socio-economic condition on a microeconomic scale by generating local employment. M/s Rajasthan fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. will follow
a strict policy on recruiting locally available labor. About 23 mining workers shall be employed in
mining operations, other skilled & semi-skilled workers.
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2
3
4
5
6
Table No.2.12 Employment details
Category
Manager- 1st class
Safety officer\Assistants
Mine foreman
Mine Mate
Semi skilled personnel
Un skilled personnel
Total
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Numbers
1
1
1
5
5
10
23
2.7 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
Efforts are being made to obtain all the statutory permissions of the mine.The commencement of
production with proposed capacity of 1.68 LTPA will start soon after obtaining Environmental
Clearance from MoE&F followed by CTE & CTO.
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CHAPTER-3
ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES
(TECHNOLOGIES AND SITES)
3.0 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE SITES
No alternative sites are selected as the proposed project is mineral & site specific.
3.1 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Mining techniques have transformed dramatically since mining began thousands of years ago with
the development of new technologies many advanced method have been adopted, that yield more
extraction and least environmental impacts. That commitment involves an intense drive to improve
the safety and health of workers, and lifting the economic and environmental performance of
mining operations. Mining methods are constantly changing and improving as companies forge
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new technologies to enhance rates of extraction and minimize impacts such as noise, dust, land and
water disturbance. The major mining methods in use are (i) open-cast and (ii) underground.
(I) OPEN-CAST MINING
Open-cast mining known as surface mining is most effective when the mineral deposit is close to
the surface. The mining process is fundamentally different between the soft-rock and hard-rock
operations. The techniques involves with (or) without blasting depending on the hardness of the
rock, and removing surface layers of soil and rock to reach the deposit. In some cases, a separation
process will be used to eliminate waste by-products.
(II) UNDERGROUND MINING
There are several variations of underground mining. The common factor for all forms of
underground mining is the creation of tunnels extending from the surface into the mineral seam
and the use of machinery to extract the mineral. The most commonly used underground mining
methods are stoping methods, bord-and-pillar, long wall, caving methods, cut-and-fill and retreat
benching etc. Being a loose material, no underground mining is possible.
3.2 SELECTION OF MINING METHODOLOGY
After the complete analysis of various technologies, the nature of material to be excavated that are
in practice, the mine will be operated by opencast semi mechanized method using Light weight
excavators will be used for loading of mineral in tippers and scrapper. No other alternative
technologies can be used because of the soft nature of the mineral. M/s Rajasthan fort and Palace
Pvt Ltd will use eco-friendly measures to minimize the impact on the surrounding environment.
No drilling/blasting is required as the material is loose in nature.
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CHAPTER-4
DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT
4.0
GENERAL
In order to assess the impacts of project activities on existing physical, biological and social
environment, it is necessary to study the present scenario of the area by collecting the information on
following parameters:
 Land Environment
 Soil Environment
 Water Environment
 Air Environment
 Meteorology
 Noise Environment
 Biological Environment
 Socio-economic Environment
The relevant information and data (both primary & secondary) were collected in core as well as
buffer zone (10 km distance from the lease boundary) during Post-Monsoon Season 2013 in
accordance with the guidelines for preparation of EIA studies.
Secondary data was collected from meteorological department (IMD), geology, hydrology, ecology,
socio-economic conditions from SOI, Water Resource, Forest, Census, Statistical department etc
STUDY AREA
The study area is taken in accordance with the provisions of sector specific EIA guidance manual for
Mining of Minerals manual published by Ministry of Environment and Forests, during 2010. The
study area for the proposed sand mining is as follows:
 The proposed project area (Mine lease area) is considered as ‘Core Zone’
 10 km. radius from the boundary limits of the mine lease area is considered as
‘Buffer Zone’
The site is located in Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan.
Table 4.1 Environmental setting of the study area
1.
General Particular
i
Latitude (N)
Latitude: 2510’20” N to 255’55” N
Longitude(E)
Longitude: 7446’57” E to 7451’40” E
ii
Study area
10 KM
iii
Tehsil
Begun
iv
Village
17 Revenue Villages of Begun Tehsil
v
District
Chittorgarh
2. Total No. of Household: 34272 (Core & Buffer Area)
i
Total Population
50474
a) Male
25599
b) Female
24875
ii.
Total Literate
22276
a) Male
14689
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b) Female
7587
3. Climatology
i
Average rainfall (mm)
Nil
ii
Temperature (ºC)
7.6 - 34.6
iii
Relative Humidity (At 08:30 hrs)
56-83%
iv
Relative Humidity (At 17:30 hrs)
25-38%
v
Relative Humidity (Min.)
20% ( Summer)
vi
Dominant Wind Direction
NE-SW
*Source: Demography Data-Census, 2011& IMD
STUDY PERIOD
The baseline environmental quality represents the background scenario of various environmental
components in the study area. As part of Environmental Impact Assessment study, baseline
environmental monitoring was carried out for post-monsoon season covering the months of OctoberNovember-December 2013.
Table 4.2 Test Methodology for Environmental Monitoring and Testing
S.
No.
01
02
03
Test Method
Range
Instrument
used
Model and Make of
instrument
PM10
IS 5182 (Part-23)
2006,Gravimetric
CPCB Guidelines
for Ambient Air
Monitoring
5 to 1000
µg/m3
RDS
(Respirable
Dust Sampler)
APM 460BL
(Envirotech)
PM2.5
Gravimetric
CPCB Guidelines
for Ambient Air
Monitoring
5 to 1000
µg/m3
IS 5182 (Part-II)
2001,Reaff.2006
5 to 100
µg/m3
Parameter
SO2
FPM
FPM
APM 550
APM 550
( Envirotech)
Gas sampler
APM411
(Envirotech)
AAS109 (Ecotech)
04
NOx
IS 5182 (Part-VI)
2006
6.0 to 100
µg/m3
Gas sampler
APM411
(Envirotech)
AAS109 (Ecotech)
IS 5182: Part-10
0-100
mg/m3
--
Noise
IS 9876 – 1981and
manufactures
Manual
30 –
130dB(A)
Sound Level
Meter
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06
CO
--
SLM 100
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08
Drinking
Water Testing
Soil Testing
IS 10500:2012, IS
3025 Various
Parts
Ref: Soil
Chemical Analysis
by M.L. Jackson
Flame Photometry
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Fig No 4.1 Topographical Map of the study Area
4.1
LAND ENVIRONMENT
Land Cover is the physical material at the surface of the earth (it include grass, asphalt, trees, bare
ground, water, etc.) whereas Land use is the human use of land. Land Use involves the management
and modification of natural environment or wilderness into built environment such as fields,
pastures, and settlements. It has also been defined as "the arrangements, activities and inputs people
undertake in a certain land cover type to produce, change or maintain it".
Studies on land use aspects of eco-system play an imperative role in identifying susceptible issues
and to take appropriate action to uphold ecological equilibrium in the region. The main objective of
this section is to provide a baseline status of the study area covering 10-km radius around the mining
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lease so that temporal changes due to the mining activities on the surroundings can be assessed in
future.
4.1.1 OBJECTIVE
The Objectives of Land Use Studies Area
 To develop land use & land cover map using land coordinates of the project area.
 To identify and mark important basic features according to primary and secondary data.
 To suggest measures for conservation and sustainable use of land.
4.1.2 METHODOLOGY
 Preliminary/Primary Data Collection of the Study Area
 Satellite data procurement from NRSC Hyderabad
 Secondary Data Collection From Authorized Bodies
 Survey of India Toposheet (SOI) 45 K/12, 45 K/16 on 1:50,000 scale
 Cadastral / Khasra Map
 GPS Coordinates of Mining Lease area
 Processing of satellite data using ERDAS Imagine 9.2 and prepare the land use &land cover
maps (e.g. Forest, agriculture, settlements, wasteland, water bodies etc.) by digital image
processing (dip) techniques.
 Geo-Referencing of the Survey of India Toposheet
 Geo-Referencing of Satellite Imagery with the help of Geo-Referenced Toposheets
 Enhancement of the Satellite Imagery
 Base Map Layer Creation (Roads, Railway, Village Names and others Secondary data etc.)
 Data Analysis and Classification using Digital Interpretation Techniques.
 Ground Truth Studies or Field Verification.
 Error Fixing / Reclassification
 Final Map Generation
 Recommendation
4.1.3 LAND USE PATTERN
The study area of 10-km around the lease area is considered in the land use pattern study. For
computation of the land use pattern in the study area ERDAS IMAGINE-9.2, Arc GIS and AUTO
CADD software are used. The geographical area of all settlements covered within the study area is
considered.
The land use is classified into 10 classes-viz. Settlement, forest area, road, railway track, water
bodies, agricultural land, park plantation, Nalah, scrub land. The land use of the study area is given
below:-
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Figure 4.2 Land Use/Land Cover Map
Table: 4.3 Land use /Land Cover Class distribution in 10 km Buffer are from Mine Lease
Boundary
S. No.
Class
Area in Ha.
Area%
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Total
Water Body/River/Lease Area
Railway Line
Road Area
Rocky Area
Forest Area
Scrub Land
Settlements
Crop Land
2173.34
118.25
487.54
1422.07
10097.83
10499.09
2048.75
56117.04
82963.92
2.62
0.14
0.59
1.71
12.17
12.66
2.47
67.64
100
*Source: - Based on interpretation of satellite data
The above table reveals that area is well endowed by crop land. It covers 67.64% of total
geographical area. Second largest area is under scrub land. It is also covered with vegetative cover
and by putting some efforts can be brought under cultivation. The area falls under sub humid region
hence 2173.34 Ha. of area is under different type of water bodies. Out of this 286.43 Ha. (Gair
mumkin nadi-nallah) is the river sand mining lease area.
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10097.83 Ha area under forest. This area includes reserved as well as protected forest. Overall the
area is productive from from agricultural point of view and vegetative cover.To know the current
situation of land use in the vicinity of mining area we used satellite data which gives much more
land use classes compared to revenue/census classification. The additional advantage which satellite
data provides is qualitative and quantitative analysis along with its geographical location of land use.
SATELLITE DATA ANALYSIS:A number of satellite data are available in various forms in the country. We have selected False
Color Composite data of Indian Remote Sensing Satellite. The data area procured from National
Remote Sensing Company situated at Hyderabad. First of all a geo-referenced base map was created
using Survey of India’s topographical sheet on 1:50,000 scale. All permanent features like Roads,
Railway lines, canals and location of villages were marked on the map. Than lease area were also
marked on it. In second step, false color composite of satellite data were superimposed on it and
physical feature which were marked on base map were matched. Once the features were perfectly
matched, the interpretation starts. There is a scientific process to interpret/analyze satellite data
which is presented in flow diagram. Using such technique the image was interpreted and land use
map of the study area was prepared.
4.1.4 TOPOGRAPHY
The proposed area is a river bed which is gently sloping. The surrounding area is devoid of any thick
vegetation except for patched agricultural lands. The area is marked by flat topography of igneous
formation, which are surrounded by fine to coarse grained sandy soil overlying the River Sand
deposit. 368mRL is the lowest and 384mRL is the highest RL in the Rivers Tehsil: Begun, District:
Chittorgarh.The Rivers flows from South to North East direction in this Tehsil Begun. The alluvial
ground surface area overlying River Sand some distance away from the river bed is under
cultivation. River is Non-perennial River and it only in rainy season and almost dry in summer.
Water bodies of very less dimension and shallow in depth may be visible in the river bed due to
construction of some small check dams. In some part of river boulders and exposure of basement
rock is also visible.
Table No.4.4 Slope Ratio:
Highest elevation:
384 mRL
Lowest elevation
368 mRL
Difference
384-368 = 16 mRL
River Length
16 km
Slope Ratio
1.0
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Fig No 4.3 Slope Map of Study Area
4.1.5 SEISMICITY OF THE AREA
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The study area comes under Zone-II. The Seismic Zone Map of Rajasthan is given below figure No.
4.4:
Figure No.4.4. Seismic Zone Map of Rajasthan
4.2
PHYSIOGRAPHY & DRAINAGE PATTERN
The area is marked by flat topography of igneous formation, which is surrounded by fine- grained
loamy soil overlying the river sand deposit. 384 mRL is the lowest and 368 mRL is the highest
point in the Rivers, Tehsil Begun, and District: Chittorgarh.
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Fig No 4.5 Drainage Map of the study Area
Soil Characteristics of the Area:
Soils of the district are classified as follows:
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Clay loam or medium black: This type of soil is found in the hilly areas in the central parts of the
district.
Loam: This type of soil is found in the entire district.
Sand and sandy loam: This type of soil is found mostly near the banks of rivers and nallahs.
Loam pebbly & stony: These types of soils are met within the hilly areas of the eastern blocks of
the district.
4.2.1 SOIL ANALYSIS
To understand the soil characteristics and best utility, the sampling of soils was done at seven
locations during the study periods. The samples were examined for various physical and chemical
parameters.
The present study on the soil quality establishes the baseline characteristics and identifies the
incremental concentrations if any, due to the expansion of project.
The objective of the sampling is: To determine the baseline soil characteristics;
 To monitor the impact on soil (pollutant deposition/other) in long run.
Figure-4.6 Topographical map showing monitoring locations
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Fig No 4.7 Soil Cover Map
4.2.1.1 Soil Sampling Location
For studying soil quality of the region five samples were collected, description of the same is
shown in table no. 4.5.
Table 4.5 Location of monitoring stations
Location
Sampling Distance (km.)
Direction w.r.t lease area
code
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code
Distance (km.)
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Direction w.r.t lease area
Downi
SQ1
4.5
North
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
SQ2
SQ3
SQ4
SQ5
7.0
5.5
0.3
0.3
South
North-West
North
North-South
4.2.1.2 SOIL MONITORING RESULTS
Table 4.6 Soil Analysis Results
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghu
nathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
8.41
8.09
7.99
8.01
7.78
213
199
202
205
212
mg/kg
mg/kg
mg/kg
mg/kg
% by mass
1287
88.60
168.3
81.64
1255
88.05
167.2
81.33
1262
88.15
168.1
82.21
1266
88.05
167.1
83.01
1198
87.97
166.9
82.75
42.81
41.81
42.01
41.99
42.05
% by mass
% by mass
% by mass
% by mass
Meq/100gm
32.40
64.0
4.0
32.0
33.01
63.98
4.12
31.09
32.91
63.96
4.95
31.09
32.85
63.76
5.33
30.91
32.72
64.47
5.42
30.11
5.91
5.33
5.46
5.41
6.01
4.36
4.05
4.11
5.03
5.83
0.064
12.63
3.56
1.478
0.47
0.068
12.77
3.44
1.398
0.45
0.071
12.61
3.32
1.355
0.46
0.069
12.58
3.29
1.298
0.44
0.062
11.78
3.14
1.305
0.48
Parameter
pH(1:5 suspension)
Electrical
Conductivity at 25OC
(1:5suspension.)
Calcium (as Ca)
Magnesium(as Mg)
Sodium (as Na)
Potassium(as K)
Water holding
Capacity
Porosity
Sand
Clay
Silt
Cation Exchange
Capacity
Sodium Absorption
Ratio
Nitrogen
Phosphorus(P2O5)
Zinc (Zn)
Bulk Density
Organic Matter
Unit
µS/cm
% by mass
mg/kg
mg/kg
gm /cc
%by Mass
Source: Environment Monitoring Report
4.2.1.3 CONCLUSION
The soil analysis results are presented in above table. The result obtained is compared with the
standard soil classification as given in Agriculture soil limits. Six numbers of soil samples have been
collected within study area and analyzed for physical and chemical properties. Samples collected
from identified locations indicate pH value ranging from 7.78 to 8.41, which shows that the soil is
alkaline in nature. Organic Matter ranges from 0.44% to 0.48% in the soil samples.
4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT
The study area falls in notified zone as per Central Ground Water Department. (Source: CGWA
Report).Chittorgarh district falls in parts of Chambal (27%), Mahi (21%) and Banas (52%) basins.
The drainage system is well developed and drainage density varies from 0.3 to 1 per sq. km.
Chambal is the only perennial river. It enters the district near Gandhi Sagar and flows towards NE
for about 50 km and then enters into Kota district. The other main rivers are Banas, Gambhiri,
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Gujjali, Bamani, Berach, Jakham and Wagon. The Banas River originates at Kumbhalgarh and
enters district Chittorgarh through Rashmi tehsil. It passes through Somi, Sankhli, Pahunia, and
Unchkia villages. The Gambhiri River originating in Madhya Pradesh flowing through Nimbhahera
and Chittorgarh tehsils joins Berach River. It passes through villages of Khor, Myara, Sarthal Tai
etc.
4.3.1 GROUND WATER
Ground water resources availability, utilization stage of development in is summarized as under:Table 4.7 Ground water resources and development potential of Chittorgarh district
S.No.
Assessment Block,Particulars
Details
1
Net ground water availability
39,439ham
2
Annual ground water final
-A Irrigation
54,741 ham
B Industrial uses
1,436 ham
3
Allocation For domestic and industrial uses upto 2025
6,563 ham
4
Ground Water Availability for future irrigation
-21,865
development
5
Stage of ground Water Development (%)
142
*Source: Central Ground Water Board 2006
Fig No 4.8 Ground water Recharge versus Gross Final
4.3.1.1GROUNDWATER SCENARIO
GEOLOGICAL FRAMEWORK
The geological set-up of the district is represented by various igneous and meta-sedimentary rocks.
Bhilwara super group of Archean age comprising of Shale, Phyllite, Slate, Limestone, Marble,
Schist, Quartzite etc prevail in north -eastern part of the district. Meta-sedimentary rocks belonging
to Vindhyan super group are exposed in central and northeastern part. Deccan Traps are exposed in
southern part while thin mantle of alluvium occurs along river courses and stream channels.
HYDRO-GEOLOGICAL CONDITION:
Groundwater occurs under unconfined condition in saturated zone of rock formation. Its occurrence
is controlled by topography, physiography and structural features of the geological formations. The
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movement of the groundwater in hard rock areas is governed by size, openness, interconnection and
continuity of structural weak planes while in unconsolidated rocks, ground water movement takes
places through pore space between grains.
GROUNDWATER IN BHILWARA SUPER GROUP
•
Granite-Gneiss and Schist: These aquifers occur predominantly in Pratapgarh tehsil. Few
intrusives are also found which have low permeability. Groundwater is retained in weathered
zones, fractures joints etc.
Depth to open wells tapping these aquifer ranges from 3 to 24m. Yield of wells varies from
3

3
6m /day to 48m /day. The depth to water level in the area tapping this aquifer ranges from 2m to
12m. Saturated thickness tapped in most wells ranges from less than 1m to 6m.
Slates Phyllite and Schist: These aquifer occur predominantly towards north of Pratapgarh
tehsil. Groundwater occurs under water table condition and is mostly tapped by dug wells. Depth
of wells ranges from 8m to 15m. The depth to water level ranges from 3m to 8m,bgl. Yield of
3
wells ranges from 6 to 12m /day. Thickness of water column in most of the wells ranges from
0.50m to 6.0m
 Quartzite: The water-bearing unit of quartzite is highly fractured and jointed. Intercalation of
slates and phyllites is common. The depth of wells ranges from 7m to 16m. The depth to water
level ranges from 4m to 14m,bgl. Yield of wells varies from 30m3/day to 150m3/day. Saturated
thickness in wells varies from 4m to 6m.
GROUNDWATER IN VINDHYANS
 Sandstone: The vindhyan sandstone, which is jointed and fractured, occurs in small pockets
around Madhura Tala village. This aquifer is tapped by open wells ranging in depth from 6m to
12m. The depth to water level varies from 4 to 9m,bgl. Yield of wells ranges from 10 to
3

150m /day. Thickness of the water column ranges from 1m to5m.
Shales: Shales intercalated with calcareous material generally forms poor aquifer. Depth of open
wells ranges from 6m to 18m. Depth to water level range from 5m to 10m,bgl. Deep water level
condition occurs towards north of Pratapgarh. Thickness of water column ranges from 0.80 to
3
5.50m. Yield test show specific capacity of wells is of the order of 0.181m /min/m and optimum
3
yield is 0.06m /min.
GROUNDWATER IN DECCAN TRAPS
Basalts as aquifer occur in southern part of the district. The groundwater occurs under water table
condition and is exploited by open wells.
 Compact Basalt: The wells tapping this aquifer occur near Gyaspur, Nikor, Kunnaiy and
Jokhera villages. Depth of wells ranges from 3 to 18m. Depth to water level ranges from 2m to
3
15m,bgl. Yield of wells ranges from 6 to 200m /day. Thickness of water column ranges from
3
3
0.50m to 8.0m. Sp capacity of wells ranges from 0.015m /min/m to 0.051m /min/m. Optimum
3

3
yield of wells ranges from 0.1.m /min to 0.015m /min.
Weathered Basalt: Groundwater in weathered zone of basalts occur under unconfined
condition. The aquifer occurs near Pilu, Pratapgarh, Dalot and Ambirana villages. It is tapped by
3
open wells ranging in depth from 3 to 22m. Yield of wells ranges from 6 to 250 m /day. The
thickness of water column ranges from 1m to 10m. Sp capacity of wells ranges from 0.08 to
3
3
0.14m /min/m and optimum yield ranges from 0.018 to 0.081m /min.
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Vesicular Basalt: Groundwater in vesicular zone of basalt occurs near Rampur, Thikriya,
Arnod, and Chota semlia villahes. Depth of wells ranges from 4m to 18m. The depth to water
3
level ranges from 5m to 20m,bgl. Yield of wells ranges from 6 to 200m /day. Thickness of water
column ranges from 0.50m to 9,0m. Sp capacity of dug wells ranges from 0.074 to
3
3
0.138m /min/m and optimum yield varies from 0.026 to 0.073 m /min
 Amygdoloidal Basalt: Groundwater in amygdoloidal Basalt occur near Gandher, Nagdela and
Chokhi pipli villages. Depth of wells ranges from 7m to 20m. The depth to water level ranges
from 2.5m to 17m,bgl. Yield of wells ranges from 23 to 300m3/day. Thickness of water column
ranges from 1m to 3.5m. Sp capacity of dug wells is of the order of 0.089m 3/min/m and optimum
yield is 0.027 m3/min
GROUNDWATER IN UNCONSOLIDATED SEDIMENTS
 Alluvium: Alluvium occurs overlying the weathered hard rock formation. It has limited
thickness and aerial extension. It is confined to riverbeds and riverbanks. The depth to water
level is less than 10mbgl near river courses but exceeds 25m in other areas.
4.3.1.2 AQUIFER TYPES
The area has been found to be occupied by thin layer of black colour silty soil followed by limestone
& at some places shale also occurs. Ground water generally occurs in water table conditions and is
transmitted through the fractures, joints, bedding planes and solution cavities of limestone and
fracture and cleavage plane of shale.
4.3.1.3 GEOMORPHOLOGY & DRAINAGE
Geomorphologically, the district has been divided into eight geomorphic units namely structural
plain, structural hills, structural ridge and valley, denudational ridge and valley, plain and plateau on
Deccan Trap (DT), highly dissected pediment and dissected pediment. The pediment area are seen in
the western part where as structural plain (on the Vidhyans) are present in the eastern part, Two
hydrological domain (of fissured formation on hilly area) with ground water potential ranging from
<1 to 5 LPS are also present. Natural Hazard includes mainly water erosion which is moderate,
severe and very severe in the district. Geomorphological Map of the district is presented in Figure
No. 4.9. The district is characterized by undulating topography. The western, southern and northern
parts are generally plain area. Hills are scattered in Chhoti Sadri, Bari Sadri and Pratapgarh tehsils.
Hill ranges towards east of Chittaurgarh town runs north-south with intervening valleys parallel to
each other. Chittaurgarh and Pratapgarh tehsils are partly hilly and partly plain. The district has the
regional slope from south to north. The height varies from 317m to 617m, amsl. Pal khera hill is the
highest, having height of 617m.
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Fig No: 4.9Geomorphology & Geohydrology Map of Chittorgarh
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Fig No 4.10 Hydrology of Chittorgarh district
Figure No-4.11 Depth to water level in Chittorgarh district
4.3.2 WATER QUALITY
The selected water quality parameters of ground water and surface water resources within 10 km
radius of the study area have been studied for assessing the hydrological environment to evaluate
anticipated impact of the mine. The water quality is essential in the preparation of Environmental
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Impact Statement. It also assists to identify critical issues, and to suggest appropriate mitigation
measures for implementation. The purpose of the study is to: Assess the water quality characteristics for critical parameters;
 Evaluate the impact on agricultural productivity, habitat conditions recreational resources and
aesthetics in the vicinity; and
 Predict the likely impacts on water quality due to the project and related activities.
To know the present ground water condition five monitoring location were selected for ground water
monitoring including project site. The monitoring is done during the post- monsoon season
i.e.October-November-December’2013.
4.3.3 WATER SAMPLING LOCATIONS
Five groundwater samples were collected as grab samples representing the whole study area and were
analyzed for various parameters. The analyzed results were compared with the standards for drinking
water as per IS: 10500:2012. The water sampling locations are listed below in Table 4.8 & monitoring
results in Table 4.9.
Table 4.8 Water Sampling Locations
Location
Sampling Code
Distance (km.)
Direction w.r.t lease area
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
4.3.4 Monitoring Results
GW 1
4.5
North
GW 2
GW 3
GW 4
GW 5
7.0
5.5
0.3(Core Zone)
0.3(Core Zone)
South
North-West
North
North-South
TABLE 4.9 MONITORING RESULTS
Parameter
Colour
Odour
Taste
Turbidity
pH value
Total dissolve
solid (TDS)
Aluminum (as
Al)
Total Ammonia
Anionic surface
Detergents(as
MBAS)
Barium (as Ba)
Boron (as B)
Calcium (as Ca)
Chloramines
(as Cl2)
Chloride (as Cl)
Copper (as Cu)
Fluoride (as F)
Free Residual
Requirement
(Desirable
Limit) (As per
BIS
10500:2012)
5
Agreeable
Agreeable
1
6.5-8.5
500
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in the Absence of
Alternate source (As
per BIS 10500:2012)
GW1
Location and Source of Water Sample
(GW2)
(GW3)
(GW4)
Downi
Siyahya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Ruppapura
15
Agreeable
5
2000
<1.0
Agreeable
Agreeable
<1.0
8.13
865.0
<1.0
Agreeable
Agreeable
<1.0
7.83
866.02
<1.0
Agreeable
Agreeable
<1.0
7.55
867.12
<1.0
Agreeable
Agreeable
<1.0
7.72
859.12
<1.0
Agreeable
Agreeable
<1.0
8.12
861.03
0.03
0.2
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
0.5
0.2
No Relaxation
1.0
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
0.7
0.5
75
4.0
No Relaxation
1.0
200
No Relaxation
BDL
<0.1
40.24
BDL
BDL
<0.1
39.01
BDL
BDL
<0.1
38.74
BDL
BDL
<0.1
37.74
BDL
BDL
<0.1
38.61
BDL
250
0.05
1.0
0.2
1000
1.5
1.5
1.0
329.8
<0.05
0.62
BDL
327.7
<0.05
0.66
BDL
321.7
<0.05
0.68
BDL
319.1
<0.05
0.69
BDL
81
324.7
<0.05
0.71
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Iron (as Fe)
Magnesium (as
Mg)
Manganese (as
Mn)
Nitrate (as NO3)
Selenium (as
Se)
Silver (as Ag)
Sulphate (as
SO4)
Sulphide(as
H2S)
Alkalinity ( as
Ca CO3)
Total Hardness
(as CaCO3)
Zinc (as Zn)
Cadmium (as
Cd)
Cyanide (as
CN)
Lead ( as Pb)
Mercury (as
Hg)
Nickel (as Ni)
Arsenic (as As)
Total
Chromium (as
Cr)
Coliform
Bacteria
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0.3
30
No Relaxation
100
0.202
9.47
0.198
9.33
0.201
9.21
0.213
9.19
0.209
9.07
0.1
0.3
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
45
0.01
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
19.69
<0.01
20.19
<0.01
19.02
<0.01
19.21
<0.01
19.12
<0.01
0.1
200
No Relaxation
400
BDL
84.53
BDL
83.71
BDL
81.68
BDL
82.68
BDL
81.48
0.05
No Relaxation
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
200
600
83.61
84.21
83.11
82.11
83.21
200
600
178.12
177.22
176.72
175.22
177.22
5.0
0.003
15
No Relaxation
0.24
BDL
0.27
BDL
0.25
BDL
0.24
BDL
0.31
BDL
0.05
No Relaxation
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
0.01
0.001
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
0.02
0.01
0.05
No Relaxation
0.05
No Relaxation
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
BDL
Absent/100ml
--
Absent
Absent
Absent
Absent
Absent
Absent/100ml
--
Absent
Absent
Absent
Absent
Absent
4.3.5 CONCLUSIONS
The analysis results indicate that the pH ranges from 7.55 to 8.13 of study area. The TDS (Total
Dissolved Solids) was found in the range 859.12 mg/L to 867.12 mg/ L. It is seen that the physicchemical analysis of other parameters like Chloride, Calcium, Magnesium, Nitrate and Fluoride
were within desirable limit of IS (10500:2012).
4.4 AIR ENVIRONMENT
In order to identify the background air quality data and also represent the interference from various
local activities, screening techniques have been used for identification of air quality stations in the
study area. Ambient air quality of the study area has been assessed through a network of 5 AAQ
locations.
4.4.1 METEOROLOGY
Air borne pollutants are dispersed by atmospheric motion. Knowledge of these motions, which range
in scale from turbulent diffusion to long-range transport by weather systems, is essential to simulate
such dispersion and quality of impacts of air pollution on the environment. Meteorology influences
the way air pollution is dispersed, including wind direction and wind speed, type of terrain and
heating effects The purpose of EIA provides an opportunity to identify and compute the short term
maximum pollutant concentrations likely to encounter at fixed locations (Know as the receptor), due
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to the given sources (locations and rates of emission known), under the prevailing site specific
atmospheric conditions. Meteorology data has been collected from the IMD Udaipur.
4.4.2 CLIMATOLOGY
The climate of Chittorgarh is generally dry being hilly terrain. The maximum average temperature
during summer is 41.5oC and during winters it is 25oC. The average rainfall is 760mm. 95% of the
annual rains are experienced during southwest monsoon (June to September).The average rainy days
in a year is about 33 days. The humidity is generally at 20% or low and it is only during southwest
monsoon that humidity goes up to 70%. The wind blows at low velocity except during summer and
monsoon when hard and turbulent winds are experienced. As per the long term climatological
observations the Wind direction is NE-SW in summer and winter experience northern and northwest
winds.
SEASONS
For the Study area, India Meteorological Department (IMD) broadly divides the year into four
seasons given below:
Season
Months
Winter
January to February
Pre-monsoon
March to May
Monsoon
June to September
Post Monsoon
October to December
4.4.3 SITE SPECIFIC MICRO METROLOGICAL DATA
The micro metrological data was collected from IMD, Jaipur for Udaipur Station. The percentage
frequencies of wind in 16 directions have been computed from the IMD data of the study period
October-November-December 2013 (Post Monsoon). The summary of the metrological data is given
below in table 4.10.
Table 4.10 Micro meteorological data for the study period at Mining site
Temp (°C)
RelativeHumidity (%)
Month
Rainfall
(in mm)
Average wind
speed m/s
Max.
Min.
08:30 hrs.
17:30 hrs
October 2013
34.6.
15.8
49-68 %
19-33%
0.0
0.84
November 2013
30.6
10.1
56-82%
24-37%
0.0
0.92
December 2013
28.1
8.0
30-85%
19-70%
0.0
0.73
4.4.4 WIND-ROSE
A wind-rose is a graphic tool used by meteorologist to give a succinct view of how wind speed and
direction are typically distributed at a particular location. Wind velocity is a measure of wind speed
and direction. It is one of the most important meteorological parameters and governs dispersion,
diffusion and transportation of pollutants to the atmosphere.
Wind-rose is the diagrammatic representation of wind speed in a specified direction with its arms
representing sixteen direction, each arms give a clear frequency distribution of wind speed in a
particular direction for a given period of time. The predominant wind direction during this study
period is observed to be blowing from NE to SW. Wind speeds during this period average 0.83 m/s.
Calm wind during this period was 42.41 %.The summary of wind pattern is given below of the study
period.
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Figure- 4.12 Wind Rose (24 hours)
Table 4.11 Frequency Distribution (24 hr.)
S. No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Directions / Wind
Classes (m/s)
348.75 - 11.25
11.25 - 33.75
33.75 - 56.25
56.25 - 78.75
78.75 - 101.25
101.25 - 123.75
123.75 - 146.25
146.25 - 168.75
168.75 - 191.25
191.25 - 213.75
213.75 - 236.25
236.25 - 258.75
258.75 - 281.25
281.25 - 303.75
303.75 - 326.25
326.25 - 348.75
Sub-Total
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0.02168
0.02098
0.01119
0.0049
0.00559
0.0007
0.0028
0.0021
0.0014
0.0021
0.0028
0.0007
0.0021
0.0028
0.01329
0.01119
0.06887
2.1 - 3.6
3.6 - 5.7
0.03776
0.01469
0.01608
0.00839
0.02098
0.0021
0.02378
0.0042
0.02517
0.00839
0.00769
0.0007
0.0049
0
0.0028
0
0.0049
0
0.0014
0
0.0035
0
0.0007
0
0.00629
0.0028
0.0021
0.0035
0.00699
0.0028
0.02028
0.0028
0.12007
0.03262
Calms
Missing/Incomplete
Total
84
5.7 - 8.8
0
0
0.0007
0.0014
0.0014
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0.00227
8.8 - 11.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
>= 11.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
0.04803
0.02945
0.02266
0.0222
0.02628
0.00589
0.00498
0.00317
0.00408
0.00227
0.00408
0.00091
0.00725
0.00544
0.01495
0.0222
0.22383
0.42411
0.35206
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Fig No 4.13 Wind class frequency Distribution
4.4.5 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY (AAQ)
Prevailing air environment i.e. base line conditions in an area is primarily governed by the different
activities going on in that area including industrial, agricultural, domestic and commercial activities.
The pollutant concentrations in the atmosphere is also governed by the meteorology, topography,
natural settings in terms of plantation, forest cover, vegetation etc. as these factors in combination
with each other are responsible for dispersion, diffusion, transportation and assimilation of pollutants
in the local air shed.
I. METHOD OF MONITORING
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has published comprehensive document on emission
testing regulations (“Emission Regulations Part-3, 1985). There are a number of useful additional
procedures and expressions that are of relevance to measurement of stack emissions, which are
recommended to supplement the CPCB procedures.
II. FREQUENCY AND PARAMETERS FOR SAMPLING
The ambient air monitoring was carried out at the frequency of two days per week at all locations
during one complete season.
Table No.4.12 Monitored parameters and frequency of sampling
Parameters
Sampling Frequency
PM10
24 hourly sample twice a week
PM2.5
24 hourly sample twice a week
Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)
24 hourly samples twice a week
Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx)
24 hourly samples twice a week
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8 hourly for 24 hrs sample twice a week
4.4.6 AIR QUALITY MONITORING LOCATIONS
The baseline status of the air quality in the study area was assessed though a scientifically
designed ambient air quality monitoring network. The selection of monitoring network was
based on the following aspects:
a) Topography/terrain of the study area
b) Populated area within the study area
c) Residential and sensitive areas within the study area.
d) Magnitude of the surrounding industries.
e) Representation of regional background levels.
Table 4.13 Location of monitoring stations
S.
Area
Sample
Distance from
Direction from
Classified
No.
Description
Code
Mining lease area
Mining lease area
Area
1
Core Zone
A Singhpura
AAQ1
0.3
North
Rural
B Rupapura
AAQ2
0.3
North-South
Rural
2
Buffer Zone
A Downi
AAQ3
4.5
North
Rural
B Siyahaya
AAQ4
7.0
South
Residential
C Raghunathpura
AAQ5
5.5
North-West
Rural
4.4.7 METHODOLOGY ADOPTED FOR AIR QUALITY MONITORING
Table 4.14 Methods adopted for PM10, PM2.5 SO2, NOX & CO
S. No. Parameters Instrument
Method
Method of Analysis
1.
PM10
Respirable
Dust BIS 5182 Part IV-1973 Gravimetric
Sampler
(Average flow rate not
to be less than 1.1 m3/
minute)
2.
PM2.5
Fine
Particulate BIS 5182 Part IV-1973 Gravimetric
Matter FPM 550
(Average flow rate not
to be less than 1.1 m3/
minute)
3.
Sulphur
Respirable
Dust BIS 5182 Part II-1969
Calorimetric
Dioxide
Sampler and High Improved West & Ultraviolet
Volume air sampler Gaeke
method fluorescence
(Pararosaniline
method)
4
Nitrogen
Respirable
Dust BIS 5182 Part IV-1973 Calorimetric
Oxides
Sampler and High Jacob & Hochheiser Gas
phase
Volume air sampler modified (na-Arsentine Chemiluminescence
method)
5
Carbon
By
Electro -Non Depressive Infrared
Monoxide
Chemical Sensor
(NDIR)
Spectroscopy.
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Table No 4.15 Summary of Air Quality Monitoring Results
S.
No.
1
2
Pollutant
PM10
(μg/m3)
PM2.5
(μg/m3)
3
SO2
(μg/m3)
4
NO2
(μg/m3)
5
CO(mg/m3)
Location
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
Downi
Siyahaya
Raghunathpura
Singhpura
Rupapura
No of
Observation
24
24
24
24
24
Maximum
Minimum
Average
68.23
77.74
70.48
68.39
74.76
43.58
42.98
44.21
62.0
68.11
60.59
62.46
66.97
39.01
39.45
39.01
64.52
72.35
65.43
64.89
71.36
41.295
41.215
41.61
98th
%ile
68.01
76.65
69.58
68.01
74.65
42.7
42.12
43.32
41.93
45.12
12.01
12.01
12.02
12.76
14.01
23.01
23.25
23.01
23.94
24.25
0.52
0.52
0.52
0.51
0.48
39.01
38.01
8.07
8.55
8.24
8.02
8.12
18.01
18.02
18.25
18.01
19.0
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.38
40.47
41.57
10.14
10.32
10.24
10.00
10.36
20.45
20.25
20.67
20.47
21.60
0.45
0.43
0.44
0.43
0.42
41.09
44.21
11.74
11.99
12.02
12.46
13.59
22.54
22.89
22.76
23.57
18.62
0.52
0.51
0.52
0.50
0.47
CPCB
Standard
100
60
80
80
2
4.4.8 RESULT AND CONCLUSION
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals that the concentrations of PM 10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2 &
CO for all the 5 AAQM stations found within prescribed Limit. Ambient Air Quality
Monitoring reveals that the concentrations of PM10 and PM2.5 for all the 5 AAQM stations
were between 60.59 to 77.74μg/m3 and 38.01 to 45.15μg/m3 respectively. As far as the
gaseous pollutants SO2 and NO2 are concerned, the prescribed CPCB limit of 80μg/m3 has
never surpassed at any station. The concentrations of SO2 were in range of 8.02 to
14.01μg/m3. The concentrations of NO2 were in range of 18.01 to 24.25μg/m3. The
Concentration of CO were in range of 0.38 to 0.52 mg/m3
4.4.9 MINERALOGICAL COMPOSITION FOR PM 10
RSPM is “defined as the component of inhaled respirable dust small enough to reach the
pulmonary or alveolar region of the lung”.
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TABLE 4.16 Classification of RSPM
Free Silica μg/m3
Area Description
Sample Code
Min.
Max.
Avg.
Singhpura
AAQ1
37.47
43.08
40.275
Rupapura
AAQ2
41.52
49.34
45.43
Downi
AAQ3
37.2
42.98
40.09
Siyahaya
AAQ4
42.9
52.86
47.88
Raghunathpura
AAQ5
35.74
45.1
40.42
4.5
NOISE ENVIRONMENT
Noise can be defined as an unwanted sound. The acoustic environment varies dynamically in
magnitude and character throughout in most communities. The noise level variation can be
temporal, spatial. It interferes with speech and hearing and is intense enough to damage
hearing or is otherwise annoying. The definition of noise as unwanted sound implies that it
has an adverse effect on human beings and their environment. Noise can also disturb natural
wildlife and ecological system. Sound is mechanical energy from a vibrating surface,
transmitted by cyclic series of compression and rarefaction of molecules of the materials
through which it passes. Sound can be transmitted through gases, liquids and solids. The
number of compressions and refractions of the air molecules in the unit of time is described
as its frequency. Frequency is expressed in hertz (Hz), which is the same as the number of
cycles per second.
4.5.1 INSTRUMENT USED FOR SAMPLING AND MONITORING
Instant Sound Level Meter (SLM) is used for the collection of data related to noise at an
interval of one hour. The day noise levels have been monitored during 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
and night noise levels during 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM at all the locations covered in the study
area.
Measured noise level displayed as a function of time provides a useful scheme for describing
the acoustical climate of a community. Noise levels recorded at each station are computed for
equivalent noise levels. Equivalent noise level is a single number descriptor for describing
time varying noise levels. The equivalent noise level is defined mathematically as:10 Log1/ T Σ (10Ln/10)
Where L = Sound pressure level a function of time dB (A)
T = Time interval of observations
4.5.2 NOISE QUALITY MONITORING LOCATIONS
The hourly Leq noise levels recorded at five locations in the study area show considerable
fluctuations because of changes in traffic movement, commercial and domestic activities in the study
area. Table No 4.17 shows the Noise Quality Monitoring Locations.
Table No. 4.17 Location of monitoring stations
Location Name
Distances w.r.t
Direction
Classified Area
Mining lease
w.r.t. Mining
area(km)
Lease Area
Downi
4.5
North
Residential Zone
Siyahya (Near Bus Stand)
7.0
South
Commercial Zone
Raghunathpura
5.5
North-West
Residential Zone
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Rupparpura (Near Govt.
Secondary School)
0.3
North
Silence Zone
0.3
North-South
Silence Zone
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4.5.3 RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS
Generally noise levels in public places like temples and community hall have higher values in day
time. In the study area higher Noise value of 62.1 dB (A) was recorded during day time in Siyahaya
(Near Bus Stand& lower Noise value of 31.5 dB (A) was recorded during night time in Rupparpura
(Near Govt. Secondary School). Table No 4.18 shows the noise levels in the study area.
Table No: 4.18 Noise Quality Monitoring Results
Noise levels dB(A)
Sampling
Name of the location
code
Leq day
Leq night
NQ1
Downi
53.5
42.8
NQ2
Siyahya (Near Bus Stand)
62.1
51.5
NQ3
Raghunathpura
54.3
44.1
Singhpura (Near Alok Shiksha Niketan
NQ4
42.5
32.4
Mandir)
NQ5
Rupparpura (Near Govt. Secondary School)
42.9
31.5
A) Day time Noise Levels (Leqday)
The daytime (Leqday) noise levels are observed to be in the range of 42.5 to 62.1dB (A)
B) Night time Noise Levels (Leqnight)
The nighttime (Leqnight) Noise levels are observed to be in the range of 31.5 to 51.5 dB (A).
4.6
BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
An ecological study of the ecosystem is essential to understand the impact of mining and
urbanization on existing flora and fauna of the study area. Studies on various aspects of ecosystem
play an important role in identifying sensitive issues for undertaking appropriate action to mitigate
the impact, if any. The biological study was undertaken as a part of the EIA study report to
understand the present status of ecosystem prevailing in the study area, to compare it with past
condition with the help of available data, to predict changes in the biological environment as a result
of present activities and to suggest measures for maintaining its health. A survey was conducted to
study the flora & fauna in 10 km radius by the team of Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. ltd. making the
random quadrates of 100 X100 meter in the study area, collected the specimens of the plants. Data
have been collected from various Government Departments such as forests, agriculture, and animal
husbandry and various offices and from various research papers. On the basis of primary as well as
secondary data the final report of has been prepared. All the collected data were classified to
interpret the impact of pollution on the flora and fauna of that region.
Bassi Wild Life sanctuary is an ecologically sensitive area located at 1.08 km. distance from the
lease area. The key fauna of the sanctuary are panther, wild boar, antilopes and mangoose, bluebull,
chital, partridge, cuckoo, greater coucal, herons, pea fowl etc. Migratory birds also visit the
sanctuary and in Flora mainly Salar, sisam, dhak, sisris, tendu etc. are present in the sanctuary. The
river sand mining activity will not disturb any sort of natural habitat of the any of the wild life
animal. Tendu that is commonly known as Timaru (Diospyros melanoxylon) is present abundantly in
the sanctuary.
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Table No 4.19 Methods used for sampling of flora and fauna
Taxa
Sampling Methods
Plants
Butterflies
Amphibians
Reptiles
Birds
Mammals
Quadrate sampling and enumeration
Transect, Visual encounter survey
Visual encounter survey (search)
Visual encounter survey (search)
Point count, opportunistic observation
Tracks and signs, and visual encounter survey
The Faunal studies were also conducted during the months of Oct-Dec 2013. Two schedule I species
(IWPA 1972) Indian Peafowl (Pavo Cristatus) and Chinkara (Gazella bennettii) and one schedule
II species Common langur (Semnopithesus entellus) as a direct evidence was found in study area .
Conservation plan for schedule I & II species with the help of forest department is given in this
chapter. Few Reserved forests and protected forest found within 10 km radius of the mine lease
boundary.
Table No: 4.20 Few Reserved & Protected forests within 10 km radius of the mine lease
boundary
Reserve Forest
Protected Forest
Untkhora R. F. (1.5 Km towards North-East)
Devlachh PF (1.9 Km
towards North-East)
Jaleshwar R. F. (9.5 Km towards North-South)
Mahudi Mahadev R.F. (4.5 Km towards East)
R.F. (1.7 Km towards North-West)
Singoli RF (4.9 Km towards North-East)
R.F.(2.7 km towards East)
4.6.2 CORE ZONE
A general bio diversity survey was carried out in the study area. The plant species found in the area
are mentioned below.
3
4
Table 4.21 List of tree species recorded in the core area
Vernacular Name Scientific name
Family
Babool
Acacia nilotica
Fabaceae (Mimosoideae)
Ber
Ziziphus
Rhamnaceae
mauritiana
Dhak
Butea monosperma Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)
Neem
Azadirachta indica meliaceae
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1
2
Table 4.22 List of shrubs in core area
Vernacular Name
Scientific name
Family
Aakra
Calotropis gigantea
Asclepiadaceae
Vilayati babool
Prosopis juliflora
Mimosaceae
S. No.
1
2
Table 4.23 List of herbs in core area
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Vernacular Name
Kala bhangra
Jangli chaulai
Dhatura
Scientific name
Anisomeles indica
Amaranthus spinosus
Datura metel
Family
Lamiaceae
Amaranthaceae
Solanaceae
4
5
Ashwagandha
Badi Dudhi
Gokhru
Withania somnifera
Euphorbia hirta
Parthenium
hysterophorus
Solanaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Asteraceae
(Compositae)
6
Table 4.24 List of Grasses in core area
Name of the grass
Botanical Name
Bristle grass
Aristida adscensionis
Anjan
Cenchrus ciliaris L
S. No.
1
2
3
4
S. No.
1
2
Panicum antidotale Petz.
Gramna
Dab
Impereta
Linn.
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ylindrical
Table 4.25 List of Climbers in core area
Name of the grass
Botanical Name
Ichnocarpus frutescens
Dudhi bel
(Linn)
Ampelocissus latifolia
Khata Nimboo
(Roxb.) Planch.
Family
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Family
Apocynaceae.
Vitaceae
4.6.3 FAUNA
S.No.
1
2
3
4
5
Table 4.26 List of Avifauna in core area
Vernacular Name
Scientific name
Family
Baya weaver
Ploceus philippinus
Ploceidae
Jungle crow
Corvus
Corvidae
macrorhynchos
House swift
Apus affinis sub sp. Apodidae
Affinis
Rock Pigeon
Columba livia
Columbidae
Red Collared dove
Streptopelia
Columbidae
tranquebarica
Table 4.30 List of Mammals in core area
S. No. Vernacular Name
Scientific name
1
Five stripped
Funambulus
palm squirrel
pennantii
2
Common House rat
Rattus rattus
3
Indian field mouse
Mus booduga
Hedgehog
Hemiechinus auritus
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Schedule
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
No mention
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Family
Sciuridae
Schedule
Schedule IV
Muridae
Muridae
Herpestidae
Schedule V
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2
Table 4.27 List of Reptiles in core area
Vernacular Name
Scientific name
Family
Common
House Hemidactylus frenatus
Gekkonidae
Gecko
Oriental
Garden Calotes versicolor
Agamidae
Lizard
Table 4.28 List of butterflies in core area
Vernacular Name Scientific name
Family
Common
Grass Eurema hecabe
Pieridae
Yellow
Lime Butterfly
Papilio polymnestor
Papilionidae
Schedule
No mention
No mention
Schedule
-
4.6.4 BUFFER ZONE
FlORA
S.No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Vernacular Name
Ronjh
Babool
Ardu
Siris
Dhok
Neem
Dhak
Kassod
Amaltash
Shesham
Lasoda
Gulmohar
Bargad
Pipal
Safeda/
Sugandhapatra
Shahtoot
Khajoor
Ashok
Karanj
Mahua
Imli
Sitafal
Tendu patta
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Scientific name
Acacia leucopholea
Acacia nilotica
Ailanthus excelsa
Albizia lebbeck
Anogeissus pendula
Azadirachta indica
Butea monosperma
Cassia siamea
Cassia fistula
Dalbergia sissoo
Cordia dichotoma
Delonix regia
Ficus benghalensis
Ficus religiosa
Eucalyptus globolus
Morus alba
Phoenix sylvestris
Polyalthia longifolia
Pongamia pinnata
Madhuca indica
Tamarindus indica
Annona squamosa
Diospyros
melanoxylon
Pithecellobium dulce
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Family
Fabaceae (Mimosoideae)
Fabaceae (Mimosoideae)
Simaroubaceae
Mimosaceae
Combretaceae
Meliaceae
Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)
Caesalpiniaceae
Caesalpiniaceae
Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)
Boraginaceae
Caesalpiniaceae
Moraceae
Moraceae
Myrtaceae
Moraceae
Arecaceae (Palmae)
Annonaceae
Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)
Sapotaceae
Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
Annonaceae
Ebenaceae
Fabaceae
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Vernacular Name
Salar
Rohira
Vernacular Name
Aakra
Behaya
Kaner
Vilayati babool
Arandi
Kans
Aak
Champa
Scientific name
Boswellia serrata
Tecomella undullata
Family
Burseraceae
Bignoniaceae
Table 4.30 List of shrubs
Scientific name
Calotropis gigantea
Ipomoea carnea
Nerium oleander
Prosopis juliflora
Ricinus communis
Saccharum spontaneum
Calotropis procera
Plumeria alba
Family
Asclepiadaceae
Convolvulaceae
Apocynaceae
Mimosaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Poaceae
Asclepiadaceae
Apocynaceae
Table 4.31 List of herbs
Vernacular Name Scientific name
Yellow Bell
Tecoma gaudichaudi
Marigold
Tagetes minuta
Family
Bignoniaceae
Asteraceae
3
4
5
6
Kala bhangra
Jangli chaulai
Anisomeles indica
Amaranthus spinosus
Lamiaceae
Amaranthaceae
Latjira
7
8
Muktajhuri
Purple-Leaf Button
Weed
Survali
Sarapunkha
Achyranthes aspera
Porphyristachya
Acalypha indica
Borreria ocymoides
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1
2
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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Safed
hulhul
Kankus
Ban Tulsi
Kachari
Dhatura
Asiatic witchweed
Motha
Unthkanta
Oldman's Cap
Gulpankhi
Laptuna
subsp.
Celosia argentea
Tephrosia villosa
Cleome gynandra
Commelina forskaleii
Croton bonplandianum
Cucumis melo ssp. agrestis
Datura metel
Striga asiatica
Cyperus rotundus
Echinops echinatus
Polycarpaea corymbosa
Polygala erioptera
Setaria verticillata
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Amaranthaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Rubiaceae
Amaranthaceae
Fabaceae
(Papilionaceae)
Cleomaceae
Commelinaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Solanaceae
Scrophulariaceae
Cyperaceae
Asteraceae
Caryophyllaceae
Polygalaceae
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Khareti
Patha
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
S. No.
1
2
3
4
Sida rhombifolia
Aloe vera
Malvaceae
Liliaceae
Table 4.32 List of Grasses
Name of the grass
Botanical Name
Jhuhi ghas
Alysicarpus monilifer
Bristle grass
Aristida adscensionis
Doob ghas
Cynodon dactylon
Sheda Grass
Dichanthium annulatum
Makra
Dactyloctenium aegyptium
Panghas
Eragrostis japonica
Jangli-jowar
Sorghum halepense
Thread Sprangletop
Leptochloa panicea
Indian Cupscale Grass
Sacciolepis indica
Table 4.33 List of Climbers
Name of the grass
Botanical Name
Ichnocarpus frutescens
Dudhi bel
(Linn)
Cuscuta reflexa
Amarbel
Asparagus racemosa
Satvari
Ampelocissus latifolia
Khata Nimboo
(Roxb.) Planch.
4.6.5 FAUNA IN BUFFER ZONE
Table 4.34 List of Avifauna
S.No.
Vernacular
Scientific name
Family
Name
Red-wattled
Vanellus cinereus
Charadriidae
1
lapwing
Baya weaver
Ploceus philippinus
Ploceidae
2
Grey francolin
Francolinus
Phasianidae
3
pondicerianus
Common hoopoe Upupa epops
Upupidae
4
Indian Roller
Coracias
Coraciidae
5
benghalensis
White-throated
Halcyon smyrnensis
Alcedinidae
6
kingfisher
Green bee-eater
Merops orientalis
Meropidae
7
House swift
Apus affinis sub sp. Apodidae
8
affinis
Rock Pigeon
Columba livia
Columbidae
9
Laughing dove
Streptopelia
Columbidae
10
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Fabaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Poaceae
Family
Apocynaceae.
Convolvulaceae
Liliaceae
Vitaceae
Schedule
No mention
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
No mention
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
No mention
No mention
Schedule IV
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Vernacular
Name
Indian peafowl
Large
grey
babbler
Jungle babbler
Intermediate
egret
Cattle egret
House crow
White-bellied
drongo
Common myna
Bank myna
Wire-tailed
swallow
Red-rumped
swallow
Red-whishered
bulbul
White-eared
bulbul
Red-vented
bulbul
Large
grey
babbler
Scientific name
Family
Schedule
senegalensis
Pavo cristatus
Turdoides malcolmi
Phasianidae
Timaliinae
Schedule I
Schedule IV
Turdoides striatus
Mesophoyx
intermedia
Bubulcus ibis
Corvus splendens
Dicrurus
caerulescens
Acridotheres tristis
Acridotheres
ginginianus
Hirundo smithii
Timaliinae
Ardeidae
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Ardeidae
Corvidae
Dicruridae
Schedule IV
Schedule V
Schedule IV
Sturnidae
Sturnidae
Schedule IV
Schedule IV
Hirundinidae
No mention
Hirundo daurica
Hirundinidae
No mention
Pycnonotus jocosus
Pycnonotidae
Schedule IV
Pycnonotus leucotis
Pycnonotidae
Schedule IV
Pycnonotus cafer
Pycnonotidae
Schedule IV
Turdoides malcolmi
Timaliinae
Schedule IV
Table 4.35 List of mammals
Five
stripped Funambulus
Sciuridae
palm squirrel
pennantii
Common House Rattus rattus
Muridae
rat
Grey
Musk Suncus murinus
Soricidae
Shrew
Indian Hare
Lepus nigricollis
Leporidae
Chinkara
Gajella benneti
Bovidae
Indian
field Mus booduga
Muridae
mouse
Nilgai (Blue Bull) Boselaphus
Bovidae
tragocamelus
Common
Semnopithesus
Cercopithecidae
langoor
entellus
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Schedule V
Schedule IV
Schedule I
Schedule V
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Name
Scientific name
Family
Table 4.36 List of Reptiles
Common House Hemidactylus
Gekkonidae
Gecko
frenatus
Oriental Garden Calotes versicolor
Agamidae
Lizard
Yellow-Bellied
Hemidactylus
Agamidae
House Gecko
flaviviridis
Indian sand boa
Eryx johnii
Boidae
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Schedule
No mention
No mention
No mention
Schedule IV
Table 4.37 List of Butterflies
1
2
3
4
5
6
Common Jay
Lime Butterfly
Striped Tiger
Plain Tiger
Common Crow
Common Grass
Yellow
Graphium doson
Papilio polymnestor
Danaus genutia
Danaus chrysippus
Euploea core
Eurema hecabe
Papilionidae
Papilionidae
Nymphalidae
Nymphalidae
Nymphalidae
Pieridae
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In the study area some of the threatened and medicinal plants i.e. Tecomella undullata (Rohida),
Acacia catechu (kattha), Ficus benghaleisis (Bargad), Azadiracta indica (Neem), Acacia nilotica
(Babul), Achyranthus aspera (Latjeera), Calotropis procera (Akada) , Ricinus cumunius (Aranda),
Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari), Patha (Aloe vera) etc. will also be planted in the activity of
plantation.
We have submitted the application in NBWL, New Delhi on 20/01/2015 for Wild Life clearance.
Many a times we have submitted application in the DFO (Wild Life), Chittorgarh to receive the
authenticated list of flora and fauna in the 10 km. radius of the project lease.
4.6.6 CONSERVATION PLAN FOR SCHEDULE-I SPECIES PEACOCK (Pavo cristatus,
Linnaeus, 1758)
The Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus) has been an integral part of the people of the India and their
culture for centuries. From religion and mythology to civilization and socio-culture, the Indian
Peafowl occupies an important place in the lives of the people. In addition to this, the Indian Peafowl
is well recognized for its ecological and aesthetical values, and hence aptly declared as the 'National
Bird' of India in the year 1963. Since the early 1990s, there have been reports of increasing illegal
trade in peafowl feathers, large-scale mortalities due to increased use of insecticides/pesticides in
agricultural lands, poaching, and retaliatory killings by people due to alleged crop depredation by
peafowl. Several peafowl stronghold areas in the country are now concerned about the current
declining status.The proposed River sand mining project is located in Revenue villages, Tehsil:
Begun, District Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The Proposed River Sand lease falls in the Geological
Survey of India of Toposheet No. 45K/12, 45K/16. A detailed biological survey of the core zone
and buffer zone (10 km radius from periphery of the mining lease) was carried out giving details of
flora and fauna. However, peacock which is in schedule-I of the wild life (protection) Act 1972 is
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found in the study area.
Status: - This bird was recognized under Schedule I species of Wild Life Protection Act in1972 in
India.
CLASSIFICATION OF PEACOCK (PAVO CRISTATUS)
S.NO CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
1
Kingdom
Animalia
2
Phylum
Chordata
3
Class
Aves
4
Order
Galliformes
5
Family
Phasianidat
6
Genus
Pavo
7
Species
Pavo cristatus
8
Vernacular Name
Mor or Peacock
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Peacock or Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) is a familiar and universally known large pheasant. It is
the National bird of Indian. The term “Peacock” is commonly used to refer to birds of both sexes.
Technically, males of are Peacock, females are peahens and together they are called peafowl.The
male has a spectacular glossy green long tail feathers that may be more than 60 percent of the birds
total body length. These feathers have blue, golden green and copper colored acelli (eyes). The long
tail feathers are used for mating rituals like courtship displays. The feathers are arched into a
magnificent shape across the back of the bird and almost touching on both sides. Females do not
have these graceful tail feathers. They have the fan like crest with whitish face and throat, chestnut
brown crown and hind neck, metallic green upper breast and mantle, white belly and brown back
rump and tail. Their primaries are dark brown.
 Habitat
FEATURES OF PEACOCK (PAVO CRISTATUS)
Body Length
180-230 cm
Weight
2750-6000 gm
In the undergrowth in deciduous
Habitat
forests near streams tall trees for
roosting
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Size of the male tail feathers, its coloration and numbers of eyes present determine the dominance
of the male in peacock hierarchy. The females are believed to be attracted towards the male with
longest and most colorful tail feathers.
 Peafowl Behavior
Peacocks are gregarious by nature. In the breeding season they are usually seen in small parties of
one male with three to five females whereas in the non-breeding season they remain in separate
parties of adult males and females with juveniles. Peacock roost in tall trees and emerge from the
dense thickets to feed in fields and openings in forests and fields.
 Life Cycle
FEATURES OF LIFE CYCLE
Kee-ow, Kee-ow, Ka-an, Ka-an,
Call
Kok-kok, Kok-kok, cain-kok
Breeding April-September
On ground in undergrowth (wild),
Nest side On buildings by semi-feral birds
in villages
 Food Habit
Peacocks are ground feeders. Indian peafowl’s do most of their foraging early in the morning and
shortly before sunset. They retreat to the shade and security of the trees for the hottest portion of the
day. They make a meal of grains, berries, drupes, wild figs and some cultivated crops. They can also
eat insects, small reptiles and small mammals.
 Conservation and Relationship with man
The great beauty and popularity of the Indian Peafowl has ensured its protection throughout most of
its native ranges. It is a national bird of India. The Peafowl is prominent in the mythology and
folklore of the Indian people. The Hindus consider the bird to be scared because of its association
with Lord Krishna who used to wear its feathers as crown (Mor Mukut). It is also associated with the
God Kartikeya, son of the Lord Shiva and Parvati and brother of Lord Ganesh. It is “Vaahan”
(transport) of Lord Kartikeya.
This long and close association with humans has proven the peafowl’s adaptability of human- altered
landscapes. In villages where it is protected it becomes quite tame, but it is very shy and secretive
where hunted. Peacock is generally protected by the local people.
CONSERVATION STATUS
Extinct
Threatened
Least Concern
EX
EW
EN
CR
IUCN
Wild Life (P) Act
CITES
 Threats
Threats to the peacock in the area are:
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Shortage of drinking water for the birds during the hot summer days.
Habitat loss, especially the shortage of tall tree in and around the villages for roosting and for
providing shades during hot summer month.
 Causalities caused by eating chemically treated agricultural crop seeds.
 Legal hunting by some communities.

Action plan for Conservation of peafowl :  Mapping of habitat and distribution status of the species across the 10 km radius from mining
lease area
 Time series analysis of habitat change to quantify the rate of change and identify high risk areas
and potential sites for further affirmative action.
 Estimation of population size by established count method such as line transect, call counts and
roost counts.
 Intensive ecological investigation in reprehensive sites in major biogeography zone with focus
on the effects of threats in relation to breeding success and survival probability.
 Quantification of trade, with details on source and people involved.
 Conservation Measures for peacock
Direct and indirect approach is required to provide effecting conservation, which is suggested as
under:
 Increase the tree cover in the buffer area shelter and roosting of peacocks. This will be achieved
by planting of tree groves (a group of trees grows close together, generally without many bushes
or other plants) in buffer area.
 Some local species such as Amaltash, Neem, Ardu, Shesham, Sirsi, Palash, Peepal tree etc will
be planted. Planting of tree groves in school compounds in the villages of buffers area as per the
plantation programme.
 By conducting awareness programmes (community and school level) for conservation of
peacocks in the area and also through organizing competitions during “Wildlife Week” and “Van
Mahotsav” celebrations.
 Encourage Afforestation activities around or close to peafowl habitation. The selection of plant
species will be based on requirements of peafowl roosting, food, shelter.
 Some provision of rewards to informers for the control of poaching and illegal trade in wildlife.
 Carrying out census and research projects to know the potential threats and population of the
species.
 Small water tank should be constructed in habitation zone of Peafowl and its water quality will
be maintained.
 Provision of veterinary care and cages for injured and sick/deformed birds.
 Suggest strategies to minimize negative impacts of changing environment in nearby area of
peacock population and to promote conservation of peacock habitats.
 Another way to help preserve the endangered species is to create society dedicated to ecological
ethics. All the conservation measures will be implemented with the help of and in the
consultation of the state forest department Jaipur.
 With the objective of effectively protecting the wild life and to control poaching, smuggling and
illegal trade in wildlife and its derivatives the government of India enacted Wild Life
(Protection) Act 1972. The act was amended in January 2003 and punishment for offences under
the Act has been made more stringent.
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Budget for conservation of Peafowl The total budget for Peafowl conservation will be 0.75 Lac that will be expenditures in Construction
of small scared groove, Plantation of fruits, shady and grasses species, Construction of small water
tank and Training and awareness programme.
CONSERVATION PLAN FOR COMMON LANGAUR (SCHEDULE-II)
Scientific Classification
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Primates
Family
Cercopithecidae
Subfamily
Colobinae
Genus
Semnopithecus Desmarest, 1822
Gray langurs or Hanuman langurs,the most widespread langurs of South Asiaare a group of Old
World monkeys constituting the entirety of the genus Semnopithecus. All taxa have traditionally
been placed in the single species Semnopithecus entellus. In 2001, it was recommended that several
distinctive former subspecies should be given full species status, so that seven species are
recognized. A taxonomic classification with fewer species has also been proposed. ] Genetic evidence
suggests that the Nilgiri langur and purple-faced langur, which usually are placed in the
genusTrachypithecus, actually belong in Semnopithecus. Gray langurs are large and fairly terrestrial,
inhabiting forest, open lightly wooded habitats, and urban areas on the Indian subcontinent. Most
species are found at low to moderate altitudes, but the Nepal gray langur and Kashmir gray
langur occur up to 4,000 metres (13,000 ft) in the Himalayas.
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Traditionally, only Semnopithecus entellus was recognized as a species, the remainder all being
treated as subspecies. In 2001, it was proposed that seven species should be recognized, with the
majority considered monotypic. It has been suggested that Trachypithecus should be considered
only a subgenus of Semnopithecus. If maintaining the two as separate monophyleticgenera,
the purple-faced
langur and Nilgiri
langur belong
in Semnopithecus instead
of
the
usual Trachypithecus. At present it is unclear where the T. pileatus species group (consisting of
the capped langur, Shortridge's langur and Gee's golden langur) belongs, as available mt DNA data
place it in Semnopithecus, while Y chromosome data place it in Trachypithecus.
The seven species of Semnopithecus recognized in Mammal Species of the World are:

Nepal gray langur Semnopithecus schistaceus

Kashmir gray langur Semnopithecus ajax

Tarai gray langur Semnopithecus hector

Northern plains gray langur Semnopithecus entellus

Black-footed gray langur Semnopithecus hypoleucos
DISTRIBUTION & HABITATION
The entire distribution of all gray langur species stretches from the Himalayas in the north to Sri
Lanka in the south, and from Bangladesh in the east to Pakistan in the west. They possibly occur
in Afghanistan. The bulk of the gray langur distribution is within India, and all seven currently
recognized species have at least a part of their range in this country. Gray langurs can adapt to a
variety of habitats. They inhabit arid habitats like deserts, tropical habitats like tropical rainforests
and temperate habitats like coniferous forests, deciduous habitats and mountains habitats. They live
at altitudes up to 4,000 m (13,000 ft), even during snowfall. They can adapt well to human
settlements, and are found in villages, towns and areas with housing or agriculture. They live in
densely populated cities like Jodhpur, which has a population numbering up to a million.
ECOLOGY AND BEHAVIOR
Gray langurs are diurnal. They sleep during the night in trees but also on man-made structures like
towers and electric poles when in human settlements.
Gray langurs are primarily herbivores. However, unlike some other colobines they do not depend
on leaves and leaf buds of herbs, but will eat also coniferous needles and cones, fruits and fruit
buds,
evergreen petioles,
shoots
and
roots,
seeds,
grass, bamboo, fern rhizomes, mosses,
and lichens. Leaves of trees and shrubs rank at the top of preferred food, followed by herbs and
grasses. They forage on agricultural crops and other human foods, and even accept handouts.
Although they occasionally drink, langurs get most of their water from the moisture in their food.
REPRODUCTION AND PARENTING
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In one-male groups, the resident male is usually the sole breeder of the females and sires all the
young. In multiple-male groups, the highest-ranking male fathers most of the offspring, followed
by the next-ranking males and even outside males will father young. Higher-ranking females are
more reproductively successful than lower-ranking ones. Female grey langurs do not make it
obvious that they are in estrous. However, males are still somehow able to deduce the reproduction
state of females. Females signal that they are ready to mate by shuddering the head, lowering the
tail, and presenting their anogenital regions. Such solicitations do not always lead to copulation.
When langurs mate, they are sometimes disrupted by other group members. Females have even
been recorded mounting other females. The gestation period of grey langur lasts around 200 days,
at least at Jodhpur, India. In some areas, reproduction is year-around. Year-round reproduction
appears to occur in populations that capitalize on human-made foods. Other populations have
seasonal reproduction. Infanticide is common among gray langurs. Most infanticidal langurs are
males that have recently immigrated to a group and driven out the prior male. These males only kill
infants that are not their own. Infanticide is more commonly reported in one-male groups, perhaps
because one male monopolizing matings drives the evolution of this trait. In multiple-male groups,
the costs for infanticidal males are likely to be high as the other males may protect the infants and
they can't ensure that they'll sire young with other males around. Nevertheless, infanticide does
occur in these groups, and is suggested that such practices serve to return a female to estrous and
gain the opportunity to mate.
Females usually give birth to a single infant, although twins do occur. Most births occur during the
night. Infants are born with thin, dark brown or black hair and pale skin. Infants spend their first
week attach themselves to their mothers' chests and mostly just suckle or sleep. They do not move
much in terms of locomotion for the first two weeks of their life. As they approach their sixth week
of life, infants vocalize more. They use squeaks and shrieks to communicate stress. In the following
months, the infants are capable of quadrupedal locomotion and can walk, run and jump by the
second and third months. All oparenting occurs among langurs, starting when the infants reach two
years of age. The infant will be given to the other females of the group. However, if the mother dies,
the infant usually follows. Langurs are weaned by 13 months.
VOCALIZATIONS
Gray langur is recorded to make a number of vocalizations.

Loud calls or whoops made only by adult males during displays.

Harsh barks made by adult and sub adult males when surprised by a predator.
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
Cough barks made by adults and sub adults during group movements.

Grunt barks made mostly by adult males during group movements and agonistic interactions.

Rumble screams made in agonistic interactions.

Pant barks made with loud calls when groups are interacting.

Grunts made in many different situations, usually in agonistic ones.

Honks made by adult males when groups are interacting.

Rumbles made during approaches, embraces, and mounts.

Hiccups made by most members of a group when they find another group.
STATUS AND CONSERVATION
Gray langurs have stable populations in some areas and declining ones in others. Both the blackfooted gray langur and Kashmir gray langur are considered threatened. The latter is the rarest
species of gray langur, with less than 250 mature individuals remaining. In India, langurs number at
around 300,000, India has laws prohibiting the capturing or killing of langurs. Enforcement of these
laws have proven to be difficult and it seems most people are unaware of their protection. as well
mining, forest fires and explotation of wood for other uses. Langurs can be found near roads and can
become victims of automobile accidents. This happens even in protected areas, with deaths by
automobile collisions making nearly a quarter of mortality in Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary in
Rajasthan, India. Langurs are considered sacred in the Hindu religion and are sometimes kept for
religious purposes by Hindu priests and for roadside performances. However, some religious groups
use langurs as food and medicine, and parts of gray langurs are sometimes kept as amulets for good
luck.
Because of their sacred status and their less aggressive behavior compared to other primates, langurs
are generally not considered pests in many parts of India. Nevertheless, secularization seems to have
somewhat changed such attitudes. Langurs will raid crops and steal food from houses, and this
causes people to persecute them. While people may feed them in temples, they do not extend such
care to monkey at their homes. Langurs stealing and biting people to get food in urban areas may
also contribute to more persecutions.
CONSERVATION PLAN FOR SCHEDULE –I SPECIES CHINKARA (Gazella bennettii
Sykes, 1831)
GENARAL DESCRIPTION
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Chinkara of schedule I of the wild life (protection) Act 1972 the species of fauna are found in the
study area. The chinkara lives in arid plains and hills, deserts, dry scrub and light forests in
India, Pakistan and Iran. . It is known to range up to 1500 m in Pakistan
.
Table No.: 1.1 Classification of Chinkar (Gazella bennettii)
S. NO.
CLASSIFICATION
DETAILS
1
Kingdom
Animalia
2
Phylum
Chordata
3
Class
Mammalia
4
Order
Artiodactyla
5
Family
Bovidae
6
Subfamily
Antilopinea
7
Genus
Gazella
8
Species
Gazella bennettii
9
Vernacular Name
Chinkara
It stands at 65 cm tall and weighs about 23 kg. It has a summer coat, which is a reddish-buff colour,
with smooth, glossy fur. In the winter, the white belly and throat fur is in greater contrast. The sides
of the face have dark chestnut stripes from the corner of the eye to the muzzle, bordered by white
stripes. Its horns reach over 39 cm.
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BEHAVIOUR
It is a shy animal and avoids human habitation. It can go without water for long periods and can get
sufficient fluids from plants and dew. Although most are seen alone, they can sometimes be spotted
in groups of up to four animals.
They mate once a year and males compete for access to females. The chinkara has attributes
common to the average gazelle. The population was estimated at 100,000 with 80,000 in the Thar
Desert, India in 2001. Numbers in Pakistan have been severely reduced by hunting and in Iran it is
now confined to protected areas. In India, numbers are probably declining slowly, but it is not
threatened. Its global status on the IUCN Red List is still considered Least Concern (the lowest
threat category). It occurs in more than 80 protected areas in India, and several in Iran.
Predators
It is preyed upon by leopards, bengal tigers, and dholes. The Chinkara was a common prey item of
the Asiatic cheetah in India along with blackbucks.
Other herbivores
It
shares
its
habitat
with
several
other
herbivores,
such
as nilgai, blackbuck, chausingha, chital deer, wild goats, and wild boar.
CONSERVATION MEASURES:
Direct and indirect approach is required to provide effecting conservation, which is suggested as
under.

Some provision of rewards to informers for the control of poaching and illegal trade in
wildlife.

Carrying out census and research projects to know the potential threats and population of the
species.

Provision of veterinary care and cages for injured and sick deformed animals.

Suggest
strategies
to
minimize
negative
impacts
of
changing
environment
in
nearby area of population and to promote conservation of habitats.

Another way to help preserve the endangered species is to create society. Dedicated to
ecological ethics. All the conservation measures will be implemented with the help of and in
the consultation of the state forest department Jaipur.

With the objective of effectively protecting the wild life and to control poaching, smuggling
and illegal trade in wildlife and its derivatives the government of India enacted Wild Life
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(Protection) Act 1972. The act was amended in January 2003 and punishment for offences
under the Act has been made more stringent.

Organized workshop for conservation awareness –
 A series of conservation awareness workshops for village and school children should be
conducted in the different villages. Interactive discussion will be carried out participants.
 Increase the tree cover in the buffer area shelter and roosting of peacocks. This will be achieved
by planting of tree groves (a group of trees grows close together, generally without many bushes
or other plants) in buffer area.
 Some local species such as Amaltash, Neem, Ardu, Shesham, Sirsi, Palash, Peepal tree etc will
be planted. Planting of tree groves in school compounds in the villages of buffers area as per the
plantation programme.
 By conducting awareness programmes (community and school level) for conservation of
peacocks in the area and also through organizing competitions during “Wildlife Week” and “Van
Mahotsav” celebrations.
 Encourage Afforestation activities around or close to habitation. The selection of plant species
will be based on requirements of, food, shelter.
 Some provision of rewards to informers for the control of poaching and illegal trade in wildlife.
 Carrying out census and research projects to know the potential threats and population of the
species.
 Small water tank will be repaired in habitation zone if available in study aea.
 Provision of veterinary care and cages for injured and sick/deformed birds.
 Suggest strategies to minimize negative impacts of changing environment in nearby area of to
promote conservation.
 Another way to help preserve the endangered species is to create society dedicated to ecological
ethics. All the conservation measures will be implemented with the help of and in the
consultation of the state forest department Jaipur.
 With the objective of effectively protecting the wild life and to control poaching, smuggling and
illegal trade in wildlife and its derivatives the government of India enacted Wild Life
(Protection) Act 1972. The act was amended in January 2003 and punishment for offences under
the Act has been made more stringent.
Budget for conservation The total budget for conservation will be Rs. 80000 per year that will be expenditures in Plantation
of fruits, shady and grasses species, repairing of small water tank and Training and awareness
programme.
The Biodiversity conservation Budgetary provision for schedule I Fauna Pea Fowl (Pavo
cristatus), Chinkara (Gazella Benneti) and for schedule II Fauna Langur (Semnopithesus
entellus) for one year are as follows:S. No.
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Plantation- plantation will be done in
premises of the school, other govt
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offices and along the road side in the
buffer zone shelter for scheduled
animals
Maintenace of Plants
Workshops,Training & Awareness
programes
Monitoring and counting of scheduled
Fauna in of project areas
Providing water and forage facilities
and repairing of available ponds etc
2
3
4
5
Total
2014-15
10,000
20,000
10,000
10,000
80,000
4.6.7 IMPACT OF MINING ON PLANKTON
The core zone is the river sand bed so there in no vegetation pattern. However River is non
perennial that dries up during the summer season. The less or more water in the river is seen only
in monsoon season and rest of the duration of the year it remains dry. Some water bodies of very
less dimension and shallow in depth may be visible in the river bed due to construction of some
small check dams, while in some part of river big size boulders and exposure of basement rock is
also visible.
During the entire lease period, River Sand Mining will be restricted to 3.0 meter depth from the
river bed and will be kept above 1-2 meter from the water table. Mining will be avoided during the
monsoon season and heavy rain. River sand mining activity will have negligible effect on
planktons, found as results of our study.
S. No.
1
2
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Table No 4.42 List of Planktons
Planktons
Phytoplankton
Green algae
Chlamydomonas, Sphaerocystis,
Eudorina,
Volvox
Scenedesmus, Ankistrodesmus
Selenastrum
Pediastrum
Common species
Cyanobacteria
Dynoflagelate
Cocolithophores
Zooplankton
Protozoa
Nebalia,
Amoeba
Phacus
Diffulugia
Vortecella sp.
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Stentor sp.
Rotifera
Brachionus calciflorus
B. caudatus
B. rubens
Keratella tropica
Lecane luna
Asplanchna.
Cladocera
Ceriodaphnia cornuta ,
Daphnia carinata,
Moina macroscopa
Chydorus ovalis.
Calanoids
Heliodiaptomus Neodiaptomus.
Insecta
Larvae of Ephemeroptera
Larvea of Diptera
And commonly found are
Crustacean’s larva
Larva of fish
4.7.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
The objectives of this socio-economic report consist of:
 To conduct socio-economic assessment study in Project Area.
 To know the current socio-economic situation in the region to cover the subsectors of education,
health, sanitation, and water and food security.
 To recommend practical strategic interventions in the sector.
 To help in providing better living standards.
 To provide employment opportunities.
4.7.2 SCOPE OF WORK
 To study the Socio-economic Environment of area from the secondary sources
 Developing a questionnaire for SIA Survey
 Data Collection & Analysis
 Prediction of project impact
 Mitigation Measures
4.7.3 METHODOLOGY
For socioeconomic study of the project area, both qualitative and quantitative methods were adopted.
Data regarding the field area were collected both from primary as well as secondary sources.
Primary sources include data collected through direct field sampling, observations based on
schedules, questionnaires etc. A suitable format of Questionnaires was developed by us & survey
was conducted. Secondary sources include various reports, records, literatures, documents, maps,
charts, and photographs etc, collected from various public and private organizations.To know the
perception of local people on socio-economic impact of river sand mining in the area, a field survey
was conducted during Oct-Nov 2013. The target groups were selected from villages of core and
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buffer area of Begun Tehsil. 25 people were interviewed to get response. Focus Group Discussion
(FGD) and Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) techniques are the two important tools of
participatory method used in the field. Household level contacts and interviews have been
undertaken with each family for completing the household socio-economic profile. For individual
farmers and community members, qualitative interviews were used since this approach allows a
more in-depth investigation into the each interviewee. It also allows people to speak for themselves
without their answers being biased by predetermined hypothesis-based questions. The questionnaire
was basically focused to gather respondents´ views from the study areas on the impacts of river sand
mining. The data collected from various sources were processed, computed and tabulated to fit the
problem. These tabulated data was interpreted and analyzed with the help of various quantitative
techniques. More thorough and quantified socio-economic study will undoubtedly require vastly
longer time and resources, and is, therefore, beyond the scope of the present EIA study. The EIA
will give a reasonably clear picture of the socio-economic conditions prevailing in the study area.
4.7.4 BACKGROUND INFORMATION OF THE AREA
The Study area (buffer zone) is the area within 10 km radius of the mine site. It covers 79 villages of
Chittorgarh district. The socio-economic parameters i.e. population growth, density, literacy etc.
plays an important role in determining the impact of the proposed activity directly or indirectly on
the human population of the study area. These impacts may be beneficial or detrimental. Chittorgarh
District is situated in Southern-Eastern part of Rajasthan state in Western India. It lies between
23°32' and 25°13' North latitudes and 74°12' and 75°49' East longitudes The district has an area of
10,856 km2 (3.17% of the Rajasthan State). It is disjunct, divided into a larger Western portion and a
smaller Eastern portion by Neemuch District of Madhya Pradesh. The Western portion is bounded
by Neemuch, Mandsaur, and Ratlam districts of Madhya Pradesh to the East, and the Rajasthan
districts of Banswara to the South, Udaipur and Rajsamand to the East, and Bhilwara to the North.
The Eastern portion is bounded by Bhilwara, Bundi, and Kota districts of Rajasthan to the North and
Neemuch District of Madhya Pradesh to the South and West. Rajasthan is located in North-West
India; it encompasses an area of 3,42,239 sq km lies between 23°30' and 30°11' North latitude and
6929' and 7817' East longitude. Rajasthan is the largest state of the India in terms of area. It is
bounded by Punjab in the North, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in the North-East, Madhya Pradesh in
the East and Gujarat in the South. On the Western side it shares a long stretch of border with the
neighboring country Pakistan. The main economy of Rajasthan is agrarian based. Agriculture is the
leading economy of the state accounting for 22.5 per cent. The total cultivated area of the state
encompasses about 20 million hectares and out of this only 20% of the land is irrigated. The
principal crops Barley, Wheat, Gram, Pulses, Oil Seeds, Bajra, Pulses, Jowar, Maize Ground Nuts,
fruits and vegetables and spices.
4.7.5 DEMOGRAPHY OF THE STUDY AREA
Baseline Status
The baseline information has been collected through census and statistics department in order to
present socio-economic profile of the core and buffer zone of the mining area.
Demographic Structure
Total population of the area is 50474 persons out of which 25599 (50.72%) are males and 24875
(49.28%) are females. The lease area falls in 17 villages where 31.16% percent of total population
under study lives. Representation of Scheduled Cast and Scheduled Tribe population is only 18.55%
and 10.00% respectively. The table no. 4.40 presents statistics on SC and ST population. In this
region SC & ST population is 28.55%.
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Table 4.40 Demography
S.No.
Range
Core
Area
Buffer
Area
1
2
No. of
Village
17
62
79
Total
Total
15728
(31.16)
34746
(68.84)
Demography
Population
Population SC
Male
Female
Total
Male
Female
Population ST
Total
Male
Female
7919
7809
2886
1464
1422
1013
483
530
17680
17066
6477
3323
3154
4033
2054
1979
25599
(50.72)
24875
(49.28)
9363
(18.55)
4787
(51.13)
4576
(48.87)
5046
(10.00)
2537
(50.28)
2509
(49.72)
50474
(Source:- Chittor Census Hand Book 2011)
Work Force:River sand mining is labor oriented mining because it covers large area. Hence requires large
population of man and women for excavation, loading, transportation and storage work. From
employment point of view, labors are low paid workers.
Table 4.41 WORKING & NON WORKING
(Figure in parenthesis area %)
Working & Non Working
S.
No.
1
2
Range
Core
Area
Buffe
r Area
Total
No. of
Village
17
62
79
Population
Total
15728
(31.16)
34746
(68.84)
50474
Working Population
Main Working
Marginal Working
Non Working
Total
Male
Female
Total
Male
Female
Total
Male
Female
Total
Male
Female
8174
4511
3663
7689
4325
3364
485
186
299
7554
3408
4146
18237
10300
7937
16070
9565
6505
2160
734
1426
16509
7380
9129
26411
(52.33)
14811
(56.08)
11600
(43.92)
23759
(89.96)
13890
(58.46)
9869
(41.54)
2645
(10.04)
920
(34.78)
1725
(65.22)
24063
(47.67)
10788
(44.83)
They prefer to be engaged in nearby area so as to save the travel cost and time. Therefore availability
of worker in core area of mining is important. The table no.4.41 presents statistics of work force
available in core as well as buffer zone of mining area. The total population in the region is 50474
persons out of which 52.33% are working and 47.67% are non-working population.
Among the workers there are two categories i.e. main worker (89.96%) and marginal worker
(10.04%). Main workers are those who work for the major part of the year i.e. 183 days or more and
marginal workers is one who works for less than 6 months in a year. Other category is of nonworker, those who are either under the age of 15 years or more than 64 years. This class is not fit for
any work. Hence availability of work force in the core zone is very less. One has to bring the worker
far from the work place.
Occupational Structure
Occupational structure of an area shows the nature and status of employment activities in the area.
Out of the total population about 52.33 % population is working which is further grouped in eight
fold classification as shown in table No.4.42. Out of total working population, only 30.95 percent of
population lives in core area. Table reveals that large numbers of people are engaged in agriculture.
Out of total working population 72.75% of people are cultivators and 5.19% are marginal
cultivators. Second largest category is of secondary occupation which is categorized as other
working population it cover 11.30% of working population followed by agricultural labors and
marginal workers.
Table No. 4.42 Occupational Structures
(Figure in parenthesis area %)
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Marginal
Cultivator
Marginal
Agriculture
Labour
Marginal
Household
Industries
Marginal
Other
Working
Main Other
Working
8174
(30.95)
5736
526
120
1307
224
157
22
82
2
Buffer
Area
62
34746
18237
(69.05)
13477
786
129
1678
1146
372
89
560
249
(0.94)
2985
(11.30)
1370
(5.19)
529
(2.00)
111
(0.42)
642
(2.43)
79
26411
(52.33)
50474
19213
(72.75)
1312
(4.97)
Main
Household
Industries
15728
Total
Main
Agriculture
Labour
17
Main
Cultivator
Core
Area
Working
Population
1
Total
Population
S.No
Range
Total Village
Occupational Structure
Occupational Structure
Marginal Other…642
Marginal Household… 111
Marginal Agriculture…529
Marginal… 1370
Main Other… 2985
Main Household…246
Main Agriculture… 1312
Main…
19213
Working Population
Total
26411
Total Population
50474
Total Village
Range
0
10000
20000
30000
40000
50000
60000
Fig No: 4.15 Ocuptional Structure of the Study Area
LITERACY
Literacy in any region is the key for socio-economic progress and the Indian literacy rate grew to
74.04% in 2011 from 12% at the end of British rule in 1947. Although this was a greater than six
fold improvement, the level is well below the world average literacy rate of 84% and of all nations,
India currently has the largest illiterate population. The table no.4.43 shows out of total population
only 22276 (44.13%) are literates and 28198 (55.87%) are illiterates. If we look at male-female ratio,
there is a wide gender disparity.
Table: 4.43 LITERACY
(Figure in parenthesis area %)
Literacy
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o
1
2
Ran
ge
Tot
al
157
28
Core
Area
Buff
er
Area
Population
Mal
Fema
e
le
791
7809
9
347
46
176
80
504
74
Total
255
99
Literates
Tota
l
Illiterates
Male
Fema
le
Total
Male
Fema
le
7394
4790
2604
8334
3129
5205
1706
6
1488
2
9899
4983
1986
4
7781
1208
3
2487
5
2227
6
(44.
13
1468
9
(65.9
4)
7587
(34.0
6)
2819
8
(55.8
7)
1091
0
(38.6
9)
1728
8
(61.3
1)
Literacy
60000
50000
50474
40000
30000
25599
20000
24875
10000
17288
0
Female
Total
Population
Male
Female
Litrate
Total
10910
7587
Male
Series2
22276
14689
Total
Series1
28198
Total
Male
Female
Illitrate
Fig No 4.16 Literacy of the Study Area
Out of total literate population there are 65.94% male literates while female literates are 34.067%
only in the region. The percentage of illiterates is 55.87%. Among illiterates there are 38.69%
males and 61.31% females to total illiterates. This analysis shows that literacy in the region is low.
Hence the potential availability of unskilled labor is more in this region.
Infrastructure Facilities
Infrastructure is basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society or
enterprise, or the services and facilities necessary for an economy to function. It can be generally
defined as the set of interconnected structural elements that provide framework supporting an entire
structure of development. It is an important term for judging a country or region's development. The
term typically refers to the technical structures that support a society, such educational institutions,
medical facilities banking facilities, telecommunications and so forth, and can be defined as "the
physical components of interrelated systems providing commodities and services essential to enable,
sustain, or enhance societal living conditions.
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Table – 4.44 Education Facilities
S.No
1
2
Range
Education Facilities
Middle
Secondary
School
School
Total
Village
Primary
School
17
15
3
62
44
79
59
Core
Area
Buffer
Area
Total
Sr.Secondary
School
Adult Literacy
Class
1
1
1
11
1
0
6
14
2
1
7
Education Facilities
Education is important as it gives knowledge about happenings around us. It develops a perspective
of looking at life in us and helps us build opinions as well as have points of view on things in life. It
equips us with everything that is required to make our life sensible.
The below table shows the educational facilities available in the villages of core area as well as
buffer area of river sand mine. Out of total 79 villages there are 59 primary schools. The villages of
core area have school in almost each village. The area is lacking in higher education. There are only
1 Sr. Secondary and 2 Secondary schools in the area, Table-4.44. In the villages of core area out of
17 villages there is only one Sr. Secondary and one Secondary school.
Medical Facilities
The data reveals that the area is lacking in medical facilities. Out of 79 villages only 17 villages have
the medical facilities. In the villages of core area there is only on primary health sub centre. The
situation in the villages of buffer zone is also poor. Out of 62 villages, only 10 villages have medical
facilities. There are no allopathic dispensaries in the region. The table no.- 4.45 shows that 78
percent of the villages do not have institutional health facilities of any type even after the
introduction of Centrally Sponsored NRHM Program in the state.
Table – 4.45 Medical Facilities
Ayurvedic
Dispensary
Allopathic
Dispensary
Primary
Health Sub
Centre
Primary
Health
Centre
Health
Centre
Child
Welfare
Centre
Range
Medical
Facilities
S No.
Total
Village
Medical Facilities
1
Core
Area
17
7
1
1
2
2
0
1
2
Buffer
Area
62
10
0
0
0
7
0
3
79
17
1
1
2
9
0
4
Total
The field investigation has revealed that for petty health problem most of the villagers visit nearby
dispensaries or hospitals located in the study area. However, during emergency and long treatment
they rush to district or sub-district hospitals or the hospitals located at nearby town. Field survey
has revealed that the health care institutions located in the villages are not fully equipped with man
power, medicines, equipment and ambulances.
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Drinking Water Facility
Drinking water is the primary need for survival of the men, animal and plant kingdom. The state
spent thousand and thousand crore rupees to provide drinking water to the population of the state.
S.No
1
2
Range
Villages of Core
Area
Villages of
Buffer Area
Total
Table –4.46 Drinking Water Facilities
Drinking Water Facilities
Total
Well
Tank
Tube Well
Village Water
Water
Water
Hand
Pump
17
YES
NO
NO
YES
62
YES
NO
NO
YES
79
0
0
0
0
The table No. 4.46 shows that region get drinking water from well, tube well and hand pump. It
means the water is directly consumed from source by man. No treatment is given to purify the
water.
4.8 TRAFFIC ANALYSIS
Traffic analysis is carried out by understanding the existing carrying capacity of the roads near to
the project site and the connecting main roads in the area. The roads connect from the mine site to
National Highway No.76. These roads are wide enough to facilitate easy and smooth movement of
heavy duty trucks.
Then depending on the capacity of the mine, the number of trucks that will be added to the present
scenario will be compared to the carrying capacity. Traffic analysis was carried out by
understanding the existing carrying capacity of the roads near to the mining site and the connecting
main roads in the area. Then depending on the capacity of the mine, the numbers of trucks that will
be added to the present scenario were compared to the carrying capacity. Traffic density
measurements were performed at two locations near Mine Site and near-National Highway-76 and
The Monitoring was performed in October 2013 Traffic density measurements were made
continuously for 24 hours by visual observations and counting of vehicles under three categories
viz. heavy motor vehicles, light motor vehicles and two wheelers. As traffic densities on the roads
are high, two skilled persons were deployed simultaneously at each station during each shift-one
person on each of the two directions for counting the traffic. At the end of each hour, fresh
counting and recording was undertaken. Total numbers of vehicles per hour under the three
categories were determined .The results of measurements are given in Table 4.47
Table-4.47 Traffic measurement results
Traffic
Vehicle No. of vehicles per
No. of vehicles per day Near
category
day near Mine site
National Highway-76
(Begun Tehsil)
86
98
2Wh
87
112
H.M.V.
93
132
L.M.V.
Total
266
342
*Source: Traffic Survey
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During Mine operation
Total Capacity of mine: 1,68,000 ton per annum
No. of working days: 280
Truck Capacity: 20 ton
No. of trucks deployed per day: 30
Working Hours per day: 8
No. of trucks deployed/hr: 4
Total Block: 5
4.8.1 IMPACTS DUE TO TRANSPORTATION
The river sand produced from the mine is to be consumed by different Construction/Infrastructural
projects located at Chittorgarh and adjoining areas. Transportation of mined out mineral from the
river bed will be transported by hired Dumpers, Tractors, and Trucks. Total Production during the
five years planning is 1.68 LTPA. About 30 trucks per day will be required in this mining project.
Capacity of each truck is 20 Ton.
The proposed increase in traffic density will not cause significant impact on the traffic since the
connecting road and nearby National Highway is capable of handling this increase in traffic
density. The trucks will be properly covered with tarpaulin and overloading will not be allowed to
avoid spillage on roads.
*****
CHAPTER-5
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
&
MITIGATION MEASURES
5.0
GENERAL
Mining of River sand from the riverbed shall have direct impacts on several Environmental
attributes. These may be broadly classified as the physical, biological, socio-economic and or
cultural components. An understanding of the existing environmental scenario of the Buffer Zone of
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the proposed project along with the impacts of the proposed project resulting in change in the
environmental components are vital to ensure the project impacts on the environment not adverse.
Environmental impacts both direct and indirect on various environmental attributes due to proposed
sand mining activity in the surrounding environment, during pre-operational, operational and postoperational are discussed. An impact can be defined as any change in physical, chemical, biological,
cultural and/or socio-economic environment that can be attributed to activities related to alternatives
under study for meeting the project needs. Impact methodology provides an organized approach for
prediction and assessing these impacts.
Any economic development project, whether it is a simple and small or a large and complex
have some environmental implications. The environmental implications may be beneficial or
adverse, but the main objective of impact identification is to specify areas that are likely to be
affected by the implementation of a project. The nature of the impacts due to said project activities
are discussed and identified here.
The objectives of impact identification are as follows: To ensure compliance with regulations.
 To provide a comprehensive coverage of a full range of impacts, including social, economic and
physical.
 To distinguish between positive and negative, large and small, long term and short term,
reversible and irreversible impacts.
 To identify secondary, indirect and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.
 To consider impacts within the constraints of an area’s carrying capacity.
The proposed operations broadly consist of collection/excavation, loading, transportation, etc., will
have an impact on the following environmental attributes.
1. Land Environment
2. Water Quality & Hydro-geology
3. Air Environnent
4. Noise Environment
5. Biological Environment
6. Socio-Economic Environment
5.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT
River Berach originates in the Khamnor hills of the Aravali range (about 5 km from Kumbhalgarh)
and flows along its entire length through Rajasthan. Berach is a major tributary of the River
Chambal, the two rivers meeting near village Rameshwar in Khandar Block in Sawai Madhopur
District. The total length of the river is about 22 km the Berach drains a basin of 7502 km², and lies
entirely within Rajasthan. It is a seasonal river that dries up during the summer, but it is nonetheless
used for irrigation. The highest point of the mining lease area is 384 meter above mean sea level and
the lowest point of the lease area is 368 meter above mean sea level.
Catchment Area:
Longitudes:
Latitudes:
Tributaries:
7502 km2
7325' and 7502'
2429' and 2514'
Ayar, Wagli Wagon, Gambhiri and Orai, joining from the
right
The project area is almost flat; the topography is not likely to change as the mined material will get
replenished every year during monsoon. Land used for mining will be 286.43 Ha which will be
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temporary as during next rains the excavated river bed will be again filled up with sediments. Land
use of the river bed will not be changed due to river sand mining, as the excavated river sand will be
naturally replenished in next monsoon. Also, river sand mining will be done block wise (Total
Block: 5) for better replenishment practices. The scientific mining i.e. systematic removal of sand
will not cause bed degradation and will not affect aquatic environment. There will be no waste water
or waste generation and therefore there will be no degradation of land due to the mining. Thus no
waste dump sites are needed for the project.
5.1.1 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS ON LAND ENVIRONMENT
The proposed extraction of streambed materials, mining below the existing streambed, and alteration
of channel-bed form and shape leads to several impacts such as erosion of channel bed and banks,
increase in channel slope, and change in channel morphology.
These impacts may cause:
a) Undercutting and collapse of river banks.
b) Loss of adjacent land and/or structures.
c) Upstream erosion as a result of an increase in channel slope and changes in flow Velocity.
d) Downstream erosion due to increased carrying capacity of the stream
e) Downstream changes in patterns of deposition.
f) Changes in channel bed and habitat type.
5.1.2 MITIGATION MEASURES
Since the project is mainly for sand excavation, no loss of top soil will be involved. Sand mining will
be restricted up to 3 m below river bed or the water table whichever less is.
a) The mining will be done in unsaturated zone, thus minimizing loss to habitat.
b) Care will be taken to ensure that ponding is not formed in the river bed.
c) Dredging will not be allowed.
d) A safety zone of 45.0 m radius is being demarked for the wells located in the river bad. All
reserves are proved reserves.
Table No 5.1 Land use pattern of mining lease area at various phases
S.
Particulars
Present land use (ha) At the end of At the end of
No.
3rd year (ha)
5th year (ha)
1
Mine area
75.0
87.0
95.0
2
Dump area
0.0
Safety
Permanent
6.30
100.75
100.75
3
zone
Roads(2nos.)
4
Infrastructure (office,
temp, shelter etc)
5
Mineral Storage
6
Plantation
7
Un worked
205.13
98.68
90.68
Total
286.43
286.43
286.43
*Source: Approved Mining Plan with Progressive Mine Closure Plan
The applied lease area falls within the Rivers .There is no forest land or agriculture land in the
applied lease area. There is one wild life sanctuary present within the study area.
5.1.3 SAND BUDGET & REPLENISHMENT STUDY
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For ecological & environmental sustainable balance there must be a balance between river sand
mining and replenishment. The imbalance may cause following threatening the eco- system of the
area / region, especially in arid and semi- arid region of Rajasthan.
1. Transformation of river into buried Channel.
2. Changes in abiotic environment.
3. Soil / Land erosion (especially at banks) at the time of flood.
4. Possible Changes in regional water table (may increase or decrease in pockets) or
may form a local water tables.
5. Quality of groundwater may change
6. Ponding in river bed
7. Change in river course.
A Number of researchers have worked on sedimentation in different part of world Darid et al on
Upper Yangtze basin (China) taking sediment yield data from more than 250 stations concluded that
increasing soil erosion is not clearly matched by a increase in sediment yield over time and role of
water conservancy projects in trapping and storing sediment requires further attention. Other author
Subramanian et al also calculated the sediment load of Indian rivers and revealed that the major
contribution which Indian rivers make to total amount of sediment delivered to the ocean at a global
scale , but also highlights the large temporal and spacial variability of riverine sediment transport in
the Indian sub – continent. This variability is evident not only in the quantites of sediment
transported but also in size and mineralogical charactastics of the sediment load.Over the years,
considerable data have been collected concerning sediment transport in several Indian river, For
example Abbas & Subramanien (1984) estimated the sediment load of the Gangas at Farrakaa
Barrage to be 1235 t km-2 year-1 which is 8 time the world average erosion rate (150 t km-2 year-1)
calculated by Milliman & Meade (1983) . Under the influence of its special physiographic condition
and extensive human activity, the primary patterns of surface erosion in the Upper Yangtze basin
(UYB) are water erosion, gravitational erosion and combined erosion. The eroded area amounts to
about 351 x 103 km2, accounting for 35% of the territory of the UYB, which has an annual gross
erosion of 1.57 x 1091 and an average rate of erosion of 1559 t km"2 year"1. Soil loss occurs
primarily in the Jinsha and Jialing basins, and especially in the Lower Jinsha and Upper Jialing
basins.According to the available hydrometric data, the mean annual runoff and suspended sediment
yield of the UYB are 439 X 109 m3 and 523 X 106 t respectively. The Jinsha and Jialing rivers are
the major source of sediment, contributing 72.8% of the sediment but only 48.6 % of the runoff. The
high sediment yield region with Ms > 20001 km"2 year"1 occupies only 4.6% of the territory, but
contributes 32.8% of the sediment load. The sediment delivery ratios of tributary watersheds lie in
the range 0.4-0.61, and the average value for the entire UYB is about 0.34.The variation of measured
annual sediment yields over four decades, and both statistical and qualitative analyses, indicate that
the sediment yield in the UYB fluctuates in a random way with no clear tendency to increase or
decrease during a long period. Soil erosion control and sediment yield reduction within the entire
UYB will only be effective through sustainable, large scale and long-term soil and water
conservation works. Dendy & Bottom (U.S. Department or Agriculture, Mississippi) also carried out
a Study on “Sediment Yield runoff drainage area relationship in the United States”. They used
sediment deposition data from more than 500 reservoirs to develop relationship between sediment
yield, drainage-area size, and mean annual runoff. On the average, sediment yield per unit area was
inversely proportional to the 0.16 power of net drainage area for drainage areas between 1 and
30,000 square miles. Sediment yield to per unit area increased quite rapidly to about 1,860 tons per
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square mile per year as runoff increased from 0 to about 2 inches. It then decreased as runoff
increased from 2 to about 50 inches.He developed equations 5 and 6 to relate mean sediment yield to
mean annunal runoff and drainage – area size. While these equations explained 75 percent of the
variation in average sediment yield, we emphasize that they were derived from average values of
grouped data. Use of the equations to predict sediment yield for individual drainage basins would be
unwise. Local factor, including soils, geology , topography, land use , and vegetation, may influence
sediment yield much more than either runoff or drainage area, Actual sediment yield from individual
drainage basins may vary 10- fold or even 100-fold from computed yield.
Fig No 5.1 Variation in Computed sediment yield as related to drainage area
Fig No 5.2 Observed Versus computed sediment yield
The equations express the general relationships between sediment yields, runoff end drainage area.
They may provide a quick, rough approximation of mean sediment yield on a regional basis for
preliminary watershed planning. Because we derived the equations from average values,
computing sediment yield normally would be low for highly erosive areas and high for well
stabilized drainage basins with high plant density. Mostly, above studies were canrried out on
perennial rivers, who flow all around the year, but the climatic condition of Rajasthan with having
a erotic rainfall, these studies do not correlate to arid or semi-arid condition.
Sharma of Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur carried out a study on soil erosion and
sediment yield in the Indian arid zone. He stated that High Sediment Yield is generated in the
Indian arid zone due to erratic and torrential rainfall, sandy and eroded rocky drainage basins and
biotic activity. Sediment Yield increases with increasing rainfall and drainage basin slope and its
magnitude depends upon the nature of surface material. In recent years, it has been confirmed that
high sediment yields are associated with arid/semiarid, seasonal mediterranean and tropical
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conditions (Walling & Webb, 1983). A compilation of sediment yields for meso-scale drainage
basins suggests that arid basins export 36 times more material than humid temperate and 21 times
more than humid tropical equivalents (Reid & Frostick, 1987). Bare soil is highly susceptible to
replenish and washes erosion, and arid zones produce record suspended sediment concentrations
(Jones, 1981). The sediment not only causes water quality to deteriorate but also affects physical
and biological conditions in the receiving systems. In the Indian arid zone, the storage capacity of
small reservoirs (400 to 700 000 m3) is reduced by 1.9 to 7.8% annually due to sediment
deposition (Sharma & Joshi, 1982).
Hydrologically, the arid zone in India (Fig.5.3) consists of three main zones. Zone I covers 42 900
km2 and receives major inputs of water from more humid regions, and supports extensive irrigated
agriculture. This is a canal irrigated area and no significant sedimentation problems are
encountered here. Zone II comprises sandy plains, interdunes plains, sand dunes, eroded
rocky/gravelly surfaces and isolated hillocks with a poorly developed or no stream network
(148600 km2). It contains no integrated stream network in the conventional sense; rather, there is a
system of repetitive micro-hydrology. The internal drainage basins generate high sediment yields
under occasional and sporadic torrential rainfall. Zone III represents the sloping region with an
integrated stream network (94280 km2). These are ephemeral channels which remain dry for 90%
of the year.When runoff does occur as a direct response to torrential rainfall, flash floods result and
large quantities of sediment transported down the valleys. In this zone the infrequent nature of
rainfall and runoff encourages intensive measurement programmers.
Fig No 5.3 Hydrological zones of the arid region of India
In the zone of internal drainage (zone II), the sediment yields have been estimated through
measurement of sediment accumulation in small reservoirs following the recommendation of
McManus & Duck (1985), and Owens & Slay maker (1992). One hundred small reservoirs were
selected by stratified random sampling from a total of 1436 reservoirs occurring in the region. The
distribution of the sample was adjusted to represent the majority of the physiographic
environments, soil types, vegetation and rainfall conditions. In the sandy plain and dune complex
environments, the deposited sediment mainly consists of fine to very fine sand, silt and clay,
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overlying windblown loose sand. This layer is deposited during the summer when the reservoirs
are dry and act as a marker to identify the successive depositional cycles. The sediment deposited
in the younger alluvial environment is composed of medium to fine sand and silt over which a thin
layer of clay is deposited. The occasional presence of gravel in the deposits acts as a marker to
identify the successive depositional cycles. A distinct layer of gravel mantled by medium to fine
sand and silt is the characteristic depositional pattern in the older alluvial environment; and the
proportion of clay is very small in these deposits. Equal amounts of fine sand, silt and clay are
associated with the sediment deposits in the rocky/gravelly piedmonts. These sediments also
contain stone chips. Sediment samples were obtained from fresh cuts in the beds during May-June
1993, when the reservoirs were dry. The annual average depth of deposition was calculated from 4
to 6 depth measurements in the bed of the reservoir between two successive marker layers. This
value multiplied by the area of the reservoir provides an estimate of the total volume of sediment
deposited each year. The annual specific sediment yield was obtained by dividing the total volume
of sediment deposited per year by the drainage basin area. Measurements of drainage basin area
and slope were taken from 1:50000 scale topographic maps.
In the zone with an integrated stream network (zone III), information on the spatial variation of
stream discharge and sediment yield has been obtained from 34 gauging stations which are located
on various tributaries of the Luni River. Hourly stage heights were observed at each station during
periods of flow and discharge were calculated by the slope-area method, with values for the
roughness coefficient of these sand bed channels taken from Vangani & Kalla (1985). The initial
water sample taken at the onset of flow, and subsequent samples were collected at irregular
intervals and with significant changes in the discharge until the flow ceased. The samples were
collected using a US DH-48 depth integrating suspended sediment wading type hand sampler,
employing the equal transit rate method as recommended by Jones (1981) for arid regions. The
samples thus collected were transported to the laboratory and subjected to standard concentration
analysis by filtration and evaporation. The resulting data, together with recorded runoff rates,
provided a reasonably accurate representation of the variation of sediment concentration during
each flow event, as well as permitting the computation of sediment yield. These data were
collected for 16 years over the period 1979-1994.As with the effective rainfall distribution, the
largest number of events is found in the smallest sediment yield class of 0-100 t km2; thus
providing a positively skewed unmoral frequency distribution (Sharma et al., 1994). Chang &
Stow (1988) observed that catastrophic flood events caused the highest sediment loss from
drainage basins in the arid zone. Thus, while sediment production occurs more generally in the
drainage basin, significant sediment delivery is limited to major flood flows. The relationship
between sediment yield and effective rainfall is depicted in Fig. 5.4. Wide variations in the
magnitude of annual sediment yield were observed among the various physiographic regions
encountered in the Indian arid zone (Table 5.2).
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Fig No 5.4 Sediment yield as a function of effective rainfall
The older alluvial plain has the highest sediment yield, while the younger alluvial plain has the
lowest. The sediment yields from the rocky/gravelly piedmont, dune complex and sandy plain areas
lie between these two extremes. Except for the higher sediment yields from the older alluvial plain
and the rocky/gravelly piedmont, the annual sediment yields from the other physiographic regions
are in agreement with the mean rates of 2.6, 4.0 and 4.6 m3 ha-1 year-1 reported from the arid regions
of Australia, Tanzania and USA, respectively (Jones, 1981), under the similar rainfall conditions.
Table No 5.2 Annual sediment yields in the Indian arid zone
Physiographic region
Average sediment yield ( m 3 ha- No. of observation
1
year-1 )
Sandy plain
3.4
36
Dune complex
4.8
18
Younger alluvial Plain
2.7
30
Older alluvial Plain
18.4
5
Rocky
/gravelly
14.3
11
piedmont
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Fig No: 5.5 Mean annual sediment yield as a function of (a) mean annual rainfall, and (b)
drainage basin slope for the indicated lithogies
Sediment yield is also a function of basin lithology together with the drainage basin slope, and the
amount and intensity of rainfall. It can be seen from Fig. 7.5 that Sediment yields are highest from
the sandstone drainage basins, (26.1 m 3 ha-1 year-1) followed by the phyllite (22.7 m 3 ha-1 year-1),
older alluvium (14.8 m 3 ha-1 year-1), limestone (12.0 m 3 ha-1 year-1), quartzite (8.4 m 3 ha-1 year-1),
blown sand (5.8 m 3 ha-1 year-1), shale (2.0 m 3 ha-1 year-1) and the younger alluvium (1.5 m 3 ha-1
year-1). However, this trend is slightly changed when the relationship between sediment yield and
basin slope is plotted (Fig. 3(b)). In this case sediment yield follows the order: sandstone (25.9 m 3
ha-1 year-1) > phyllite (22.7 m3 ha-1 year-1) > limestone (18.1 m3 ha-1 year-1) > older alluvium (14.9
m3 ha-1 year-1) > quartzite (14.2 m3 ha-1 year-1) > younger alluvium (4.4 m3 ha-1 year-1) > blown sand
(4.1 m3 ha-1 year-1) > shale (2.5 m3 ha-1 year-1). For a single lithologie unit there is a general increase
in sediment yield with both annual rainfall and drainage basin slope. The variations of sediment
yield with rainfall and drainage basin slope are due to the nature of the rock. The sandstone outcrops
in this region are composed of medium to fine sand with intercalated beds of grit or gravels; these
outcrops generate the highest sediment yield in comparison to shale which is more resistant, and in
consequence loses the least sediment. The phyllite is composed of medium to coarse grains with
uniform structure and loses less sediment than the sandstone. The limestone formations are fine,
compact, hard and cherty with fractured and weathered upper layers and, thus, still produce less
sediment than the quartzite which is medium to coarse grained. When sediment yields are plotted
against the runoff generated in during individual events (Fig. 4), a general increase in sediment yield
with runoff can be seen. The higher runoff is associated with greater kinetic energy for erosion and
transport of the eroded sediment. There are striking differences between the various events however,
in the rate at which sediment yield increases with runoff.
Fig No. 5.6 The relationship between sediment yield and runoff for a sequence of storm
events
This is due to the presence of greater amounts of readily transported loose material in the drainage
basin at the onset of the first event of the wet season. The supply of this loose material decreases
progressively during a sequence of storm events, due to shorter intervals that allow less biotic
activity. As the study area falls in arid and sime-arid climtic condition and papers (K. D. Sharma)
based on collected data and observations, Sounds to be more realistic used for calculation of
replenishment for river sand mining projects.
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Sand Budget by Dendy-Bolton Formula
Determining the sand budget for a particular stream reach requires site-specific topographic,
hydrologic, and hydraulic information. This information is used to determine the amount of sand that
can be removed from the area without causing undue erosion or degradation, either at the site or at a
nearby location, upstream or downstream. In-channel or near-channel sand-and-gravel mining
changes the sediment budget, and may result in substantial changes in the channel hydraulics. These
interventions can have variable effects on aquatic habitat, depending on the magnitude and
frequency of the disturbance, mining methods, particle-size characteristics of the sediment, the
characteristics of riparian vegetation, and the magnitude and frequency of hydrologic events
following the disturbance. Temporal and spatial responses of alluvial river systems are a function of
geomorphic thresholds, feedbacks, lags, upstream or downstream transmission of disturbances, and
geologic/physiographic controls. Minimization of the negative effects of sand-and-gravel mining
requires a detailed understanding of the response of the channel to mining disturbances. Decisions
on where to mine, how much and how often require the definition of a reference state, i.e., a
minimally acceptable or agreed-upon physical and biological condition of the channel. Present
understanding of alluvial systems is generally not sufficient to enable the prediction of channel
responses quantitatively and with confidence; therefore, reference states are difficult to determine.
Still, a general knowledge of fluvial processes can provide guidelines to minimize the detrimental
effects of mining. Well-documented cases and related field data are required to properly assess
physical, biological, and economic tradeoffs.
Total catchment area of Rivers up to sand mining area is 908 Sq.km.Sediment quantity of sand in the
proposed area has been estimated by case study by K.D.Sharma,(CAZRI,Jodhpur) based on there
studies we have concluded that the adequate quantity of sand will be replenishment naturally during
monsoon period.
5.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT
5.2.1 ANTICIPATED IMPACT ON WATER ENVIRONMENT
The water demand for the project is very minimal. Total water requirement will be 4.0 KLD, utilized
for drinking as well as dust suppression and plantation purpose. Mining of sand from within or near
a streambed has a direct impact on the stream’s physical habitat characteristics. These characteristics
include geometry, bed evaluation, substrate composition and stability, in-stream roughness elements,
depth, velocity, turbidity, sediment transport, stream discharge and temperature. Altering these
habitat characteristics can have deleterious impacts on both in stream biota and associated riparian
habitat. The detrimental effects, if any, to biota resulting from bed material mining are caused by
three main processes:
a) Alteration of flow patterns resulting from modification of the river bed
b) An excess of suspended sediment
c) Damage to riparian vegetation and in stream habitat
It is not proposed to divert or truncate any stream. No proposal is envisaged for pumping of water
either from the river or tapping the ground water. In the lean months, the proposed sand mining will
not expose the base flow of the river and hence, there will not be any adverse impact on surface
hydrology and ground water regime due to excavation of river sand. The elevation of the proposed
area of excavation is in the range of 368 m to 384 m above MSL. Thus, the project activities will not
have any adverse effect on the physical components of the environment and therefore may not have
any effect on the recharge of ground waters or affect the water quality.
5.2.2 MITIGATION MEASURES
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During the lease period, the mining activities will be confined to 3.0 mt. depth from surface level of
river bed. The extraction will be carried only on dry sand bed and restricted to non-monsoon period.
The flow pattern of the river will not be changed and the sequence of operations will be changed as
per the flow pattern of the river course.
5.2.3 RAIN WATER HARVESTING
The proposed mine is situated on the river bed. So, no rain water harvesting structure will be
possible.
IMPACT ON SURROUNDING WATER BODIES
There is no major water bodies present within 10 km. radius from the mining lease area. Hence there
will not be any impact on surrounding water bodies.
5.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT
The mining activities will be confined to the river bed, to extract soft sediments, without drilling &
blasting, by semi-mechanized method of mining. The activities in the regular operation can be
broadly classified into excavation, loading and transport. As the proposed activity is only a
collection and sand normally having moisture does not have much impact on the Air Environment.
The generation of dust will be negligible and the air quality will be marginally affected. However,
control measures like water sprinkling on haul road are required to reduce the dust level and keep it
within permissible limit.
However, the impacts due to the various activities during operational phase of the proposed sand
mining project are given hereunder
S. No.
1
2
3
Activity
Sand Excavation
Sand Loading
Sand Transportation
Environmental Impacts
Emission of fugitive dust
Emission of fugitive dust
Emission of fugitive dust
Vehicular exhaust Emission
5.3.1 IMPACTS OF THE SAND EXCAVATION
Daily, around 600 tonne of sand will be excavated. Excavation is proposed to be carried out by
Backhoe. During the excavation time, the sand may be discharged in to air environment. However,
as the area experiences calm winds during most of the times (Annual Mean Wind Velocity is < 5
km/h) the displacement of sand by air will be very insignificant. However, even such small
quantities also need to be addressed in the project.
5.3.2 IMPACTS OF THE SAND LOADING IN TO TRUCKS
Daily around 600 tonne sand will be loaded in to the trucks for transportation to the nearby areas.
Loading of sand in to the trucks may likely release particulate matter.
It is envisaged that about 30 trucks will transport about 600 tonne of sand to the nearby areas. The
transportation will be done on road by trucks with a capacity of 20 Ton. Thus, the transportation
process will also contribute to vehicular emissions like SO2, NOX etc.
5.3.3 MITIGATION MEASURES FOR AIR POLLUTION
In the sand mining, air pollution will be caused mainly due to dust (PM) generation added with
gaseous emission from mining activities like loading, excavation & transport etc. The gaseous
pollutants (SO2, NO2, & CO) are anticipated by transportation vehicles.
A. Dust Pollution
One of the main pollutants in air will be particulate matter (PM) which will be generated during
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various activities of mining such as extraction of sand, and movement of vehicles. Following
measures will be taken during operational phase to minimize air pollution.
 Haulage road will be adequately sprayed with water by water sprinkler.
 The haul roads in the area will be made compact. Both sides of the haul roads will be planted with
trees to arrest air borne dust.
 Green belt/plantation will be developed all along the haul roads and other places to arrest dust.
 Dust mask/Face mask will be provided to all employees working in the likely dusty areas.
 Proper maintenance of vehicles will be done, which would minimize the pollutants.
 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring will be conducted on regular basis to assess the quality of
ambient air as per the EC conditions and submitted to respective authorities.
 Proper tuning of vehicles to keep the gas emissions under check.
5.3.4 AIR QUALITY IMPACT PREDICTIONS (AQIP)
The air quality in the mining areas depends on the nature and concentration of emissions and
meteorological conditions. The major sources of air pollution due to the mine is dust generation due
to excavation, loading and transportation of mineral, wind erosion of exposed material. Dust
emissions from these operations mainly depend on moisture content of the sand and type of control
measure adopted.
In this study, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA – 42 series) approved
mathematical equations have been used to predict concentrations for different operations in mining
including the mineral transportation. The major sources for the Fugitive dust emissions from the
proposed sand mining project include:
1 Sand excavation
2 Sand Loading on to trucks
3 Sand transportation to designated sites/market
Details of Source & Emissions
1. Area Source Emission
Air pollution i.e. fugitive & dust emission will be generated due to excavation and handling of sand.
2. Line Source Emission
Pollution due to vehicular movement is main source of line source emissions in mining activities.
Surface conditions of the roads and the fuel consumption of the vehicles remains on the worst side
due to which these emissions rate remains higher as the vehicular density increases. The major
sources of line emissions during mining activities are the vehicular exhausts and dust due to vehicle
movement. The major emissions from this source are carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide and Sulphur
dioxide etc.
Air quality modeling was done using line source model as published by USEPA “Workbook of
Dispersion Modeling” by Turner, for transportation though roads and the empirical emission factor
equations from USEPA. Emission factors to be used in Line source Dispersion equation is adopted
from formula as given below:
E= k * (1.7) * (s/12)*(S/48) * (W/2.7)0.7 * (w/4)0.5 * (365-p/365) kg/VKT
Where
E = Emission Rate (kg/VKT)
k= Particle size multiplier = (0.36)
s = Silt Content of the Road surface material (%) = 12%
S = Mean Vehicle Speed (km/hr) = 20 km/hr
W=Mean Vehicle Weight (tonnes) = 20 tonne
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w= Mean number of wheels = 8
p= Number of days with at least 0.254 mm of precipitation per year = 20
f = frequency of Vehicle movement in no per hour = 9 vehicles / hour
Concentration of the fugitive dust was calculated using the empirical equations for unpaved roads
published by USEPA- AP42.
Table No 5.4 AREA SOURCE EMISSION – SAND EXCAVATIONS
Particulars
PM10
Production capacity, Tonne 1,68,000
per Annum
Production capacity, Tonne 600
per Day
Operational Hours per year
2240
USEPA Emission Equation 0.75[18.6 (s)1.5 / (M)1.4 ]
in lb/ton
Emission of dust, g/sec
0.006414
2
Area of influence, m
10000 sqm
Uncontrolled
Emission 0.0000064
2
Rate, G/S/M
Table No 5.5 Haulage Emissions (unpaved) – Transport of sand
Particulars
PM10
Production capacity, Tonne 1,68,000
per Annum
Production capacity, Tonne 600
per Day
Operational Hours per day
8
Capacity of each truck
20 Ton
Total no. of trucks per day
30
Total no. of trucks per hour
4
Lead Length per trip,km
35 km(Two way)
USEPA Emission Equation [(k) x [(s/12)^0.9] x [(W/3)^0.45]
in lb/VMT (Pounds per ((365-p)/365))
vehicle miles traveled)
Emission,
kg/VKmT 0.796 Ib/VMT
(kilogram
per
vehicle 0.224 (Kg/VMT)
kilometer traveled)
Area of influence, m2
10,000
Uncontrolled
Emission 0.000022
2
Rate, G/S/M
*Emission factor computed based on silt content of 12 % and moisture content of 10%
For each, a brief description characterizing the source and the general methodology used to estimate
emission rates are provided. Based on USEPA emission factors, the possible emissions from
different mining activities such as excavation, loading and transportation has been computed. The
summary of emissions for peak rated production capacity of 100% from different mining activities
calculated.
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A substantial portion of these emissions may consist of heavy particles that settle out within the
mining site. Considering the silt content of the mining sand (12%) with a moisture content (10%)
5.3.5 AIR QUALITY MODELLING
In order to predict the Particulate emissions, AERMOD 8.2 View Model was used to predict changes
in air quality i.e. maximum Ground Level Concentration (GLC’s) of particulate matter, due to the
various sand mining activities of the proposed project. The model uses the steady state Gaussian
plume equation for continuous source. For convenience, 10000 m X 10000 m square block by
keeping project centre coordinates as (0.000, 0.000) has been selected for modeling so as to include
all the air quality baseline monitoring stations in the block. The GLC’s were predicted for
Environment Management Plan with 90% of pollution control for peak production capacity .The
inputs required for the model is:
 Hourly meteorological data
 Source data
 Receptor data
 Emission rate
 Terrain data
Fig No.5.1 Isopleths showing predicted incremental GLC’s of PM10
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RESULTS AND CONCLUSION
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NO2
SO2
NO2
PM10
SO2
Singhpura
Rupapura
Downi
1.08
1.38
1.69
68.39
12.76
23.94
69.487
14.14
25.63
100
80 80
0.95
1.11
1.42
74.76
14.01
24.25
75.71
15.12
25.67
0.84
0.97
1.15
68.23
12.01
23.01
69.07
12.98
24.16
Siyahaya
0.46
0.58
0.99
77.47
12.01
23.25
77.93
12.53
24.24
Raghunathpur
a
0.65
0.66
0.95
70.48
12.02
23.01
71.13
12.6
23.96
NO2
NO2
PM10
SO2
PM10
PM10
The ground level concentrations are computed for 24-hr average. The maximum ground level
concentrations of PM10, from the different mining activities for study period with EMP are given
in table 5.6.The cumulative concentration (baseline + incremental) after implementation of the
project are tabulated below in table- 5.6. The maximum GLCs after implementation of the project
are likely to be within the prescribed NAAQ standards
TABLE: 5.6 Cumulative Concentration Baseline + Incremental)
Sampling
Predicted
Max.
Base line Cumulative max. Prescribed
Location
incremental
Max. conc.(μg/m3 )
conc. μg/m3
Standards
in
3
conc. μg/m
Day Time in
μg/m3
5.4
NOISE ENVIRONMENT
Noise will be generated by movement of vehicles used for transportation and machines used for
excavation. Noise environment in this project will be affected only by the equipment at the site and
vehicular transportation. Since mining will be done mechanically, slight increase in noise levels can
be expected. Noise pollution can cause significant impact on the environment and subsequently on
the humans. Baseline Noise levels are observed to be well within the limits in the monitored villages.
However, after applying the mitigation measures noise pollution will be reduced further.
5.4.1 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
The proposed sand mining project consists of three major activities as brought out earlier. The
following table indicates the impacts due to various activities on Noise Environment:
Table-5.7 IMPACTS DUE TO ACTIVITY
S. No
Activity
Environmental Impacts
1
Sand Excavation
Slight increase in Noise Levels
2
Sand Loading
Slight increase in Noise Levels
3
Sand Transportation Slight increase in Noise Level
5.4.2 MITIGATION
 Since the noise generating is only through mechanical equipment and movement of vehicles,
strict compliance to periodical maintenance the vehicle conditions will be insisted.
 No working will be carried out in the night hours.
 Greenbelt and plantation on road side will help in reduce noise level.
5.5
SOLID/OB MANAGEMENT
There is no topsoil in the lease area. No overburden and waste is likely to be generated during lease
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period.
5.6
IMPACT ON BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
There is Bassi Wild Life Sanctuari situated in 10 km radius of the mining lease area. More than 4000
saplings will be planted within ML Area till the end of life of mine.
5.6.1 IMPACT ON WILDLIFE
There is no National Park, Biosphere Reserve, Wildlife corridors and Tiger/Elephant Reserve found
within 10 km radius of the project site.However Bassi wildlife sanctuary found within 10 km of
radius of lease area. There are 6 Reserved Forests and 1 Protected Forest found within 10 km radius
of the mining site.
5.6.2 IMPACT ON FLORA
Plantation will be developed in the mining lease area as per plantation programme. These activities
will help to improve the floral cover of the area. The greenery and plantation development will
eventually attract micro-fauna, birds etc in the area. Assistance will be taken from local forest
department in selection of species of plants so that green coverage may improve fast. The varieties
would include those plants, which are suitable to the area.
5.6.3 IMPACT ON FAUNA
The mining lease area is in non-forest land where presence of fauna is very rare. As such, there will
be no adverse impact of the mining activity on fauna around the mining lease area.
5.6.4 GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
The proposed green belt in the lease area will to be designed taking into consideration the
availability of area as the efficacy of green belt in pollution control mainly depends on width of
green belt, distance from pollution sources, site of the habitat from working place and tree height &
density. While considering the above aspects due care will be taken for selecting suitable
characteristics plant species as those fast growing and evergreen trees, trees with large leaf area,
locally suitable plant species, those resistant to specific pollutant and those which would maintain
the regional ecological balance, soil and hydrological conditions.
The plantation work for green belt development will be carried in consultation with a local forest
department which will help minimizing adverse impact on the flora found in the area. Year wise
plantation program is given in Chapter9
The following plant species will be planted according to CPCB guidelines: Cassia fistula (Amaltas),
Delbergia sisso (Sisam), Mangifera indica (Mango), Acacia nilotica (Babul), Tectona grandis
(Teak), Azadirachta indica (Neem), Albizza lebbek (Siris), Prosopis cineraria (Khejri), Delonix regia
(Gulmohar), Ficus benghalensis (Banyan tree), Butea monosperm (Palash), Phoenix sylvestris
(Khajur), Datura metel (Datura), Calotropis procera (Akada) etc.
5.7
SOCIO- ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
5.7.1 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS
The project activities will not have any adverse impacts on any of the common property resources of
the village communities, as the sand mine lease area is not being used for any purpose by any section
of the society in this region. There is no R&R & land acquisition involvement in this project. There
will be no impact of mining on local residents of the area as habitation is away from the applied
lease area. The maximum persons will be employed form nearby villages. There is no source of
employment is nearby area in this region and thus the employment will develop by the proposed
mining activity in nearby area. The applicant after becoming lessee will help in maintenance of
village kaccha roads with the hellp of local Panchyat Samiti. The lessee will provide maximum
assistant to local body on their request. The lessee will develop the plantation along the roads. The
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lessee will contribute some fund from the income and the fund will be used only for the social
development of the people in the field of Education and Medical facility.
Due to differences in geographical locations and climatic conditions, views of respondents and
actual ecological effects of river sand mining, also differed. Results from respondents showed that
the single most important effect of river sand mining area is change in river depth and possible
change in river bank. Agriculture area located on the river bank may get land erosion problem. This
was particularly because agriculture is the predominant economic activity along the river area.
Agricultural activities are often undertaken in the rainy season, and during the dry season farmers
spend their time in land preparation. Since the mining activity will be away from the flow of water
this operation is unfounded.
Another significant effect of river sand mining is the abandoned pits serving as a source of breeding
grounds for mosquitoes for example, and the resultant spread of malaria and other related diseases.
During rainy seasons, the abandoned pits collect water and as a result attract malaria transmitting
mosquitoes resulting in infection of community people. Other diseases such as cholera, dysentery
and diarrhea, among others, are associated with the mining activities. The important finding gathered
was the occurrence of mining activities along rivers and other water bodies. Mining activities along
these rivers can retard free flow of the water course. Such direct in-stream mining can alter the
channel geometry and bed elevation and may involve extensive clearing, diversion of flow,
stockpiling of sediment, and excavation of deep pits. This can also result in significant distortion of
the channel morphology, which often causes silting as a result of erosion of the banks and
consequent flooding, which may worsen especially during high precipitation. Machinery which is
used to extract sand sometimes disturbs the vegetation and further exposes the area to erosion and
harsh weather conditions. This can as well cause loss of the protection provided by soil as it filters
out pollutants and can further affect aquatic life in such riverine areas.
5.7.2 MITIGATION MEASURES
The following mitigation measures will be taken to solve the problems/points raised by local people
during field survey:
 To protect the agricultural area on the river bank an utmost care will be taken while working in
such areas where agriculture is practiced. Agricultural fields will be protected by river bolder
whereever the possibility of river erosion will be felt.
 To avoid the possibility of spread of malaria due to stagnant water, no pit will be created due to
excavation of river sand. However if water is accumulated after the rainy season anti-mosquito
treatment like fogging, spread of kerosene etc. will be done in the areas.
 A proper road and transportation network will be developed for movement of vehicle and
machinery. No major change in the vegetative cover is anticipated. However, the development of
greenbelt has already been suggested.
 To check the possible change in the river bank, 10 meter distance from both side of river will be
kept untouched from exaction of sand and a proper slope will be maintained to keep the river bed
smooth so that water flow may not get disturbed
 The geometry of river will not be changed in any case, but if there are any weak spots where that
possibility of change of river channel is visible in case of high rainfall, appropriate measures will
be taken with the help of hydro-geo-morphologist.
5.7.3 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES
Welfare Amenities
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The surrounding villages will also be benefited from the proposed welfare amenities. Following
activities will be taken as a part of corporate Responsibility.
 Regular health check up camps for the workers engaged in mines shall be organized.
 Occupational health surveillance programme of the workers shall be undertaken periodically to
observe any contractions due to exposure to dust and take corrective measures, if required.
 Insurance cover to all workers engaged in mines shall be provided.
 Vocational training shall be imparted to the workers.
 Local needs of habitants like school, crèche, veterinary hospital, sanitation, drinking water etc.
shall be considered.
Table No. 5.8 Details of CSR
S.
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Description
Health check up camps for workers & Villagers
 Medical Examination
 Medical Camps .i.e. Blood Donation,Eye Camp etc
 Helping to govt. programs to vaccination / polio/ TB etc.
EHS Programme of the workers
 Occupational health and Safety program me of the
workers shall be undertaken periodically to observe any
contractions due to exposure to dust and take corrective
measures if required
Insurance cover of workers & others Facilities
a. Insurance
b. Drinking water
c. first aid box
d. welfare facilities
Assistance to local schools/ Hospitals/ Anganbadies etc.
 Merit cum need Scholarships to the poor family
children's
 Contribution to vocational training to needy people
 Free distribution of books & uniforms to the students.
Sanitations and Drinking water facilities
Construction of toilets & other facilities for Public utilization
Helping and contributing to drinking water supply
Skilled Development Programme
Training & awareness programmes to enhancement of
farming practices
Integrated Livestock Development activities
Need based training for valuaddition to artisan
Training for Truck Drivers and assistant
Assistance to self help groups
Total
Amount Per Year
(in lac)
0.5
0.5
0.6
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
4.6
5.8
MINE CLOSURE
Mine closure plan is the most important environmental requirement in mineral mining projects. The
mine closure plan should cover technical, environmental, social, legal and financial aspects dealing
with progressive and post-closure activities. The primary aim is to ensure that the following broad
objectives along with the abandonment of the mine can be successfully achieved:
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To minimize environmental damage
To conserve valuable attributes and aesthetics
To overcome adverse socio-economic impacts
To create a productive and sustainable after use for the site, acceptable to mine oweners,
regulatory agencies and the public
 To protect public health and safety of surrounding habitation.
5.8.1 MINE CLOSURE CRITERIA
The criterion involved in mine closure is defined in relation to following key issues.
 Compatibility with agreed post –mining land use
 Physical stability
 Low risk to biota
 Physical stability
 Revegetation and other improvements
5.9
STATUATORY REQUIREMENTS
It is accepted that effective resource management cannot be done in isolation. The Mining
Department therefore pursues approaches towards coordination and integration where possible,
which has led to coordinated regulatory systems.
A regulatory system consists of both statutory and non-statutory components. In the sectoral-specific
strategy for prospecting and mining, the Department participates within an integrated environmental
management system which is administered in terms of the Acts and Rules. Other Acts dealing with
matters relating to the conservation and protection of the environment and which a holder of a
mining authorisation must also take cognisance of include inter alia, the following:
The Mines Act, 1952
The Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
Mines Rules, 1955
Mineral Concession Rules, 1960
Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988
State Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1960
Granite Conservation and Development Rule, 1999
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1988
The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
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CHAPTER- 6
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME
6.1 SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
Environmental Monitoring Program includes periodic analysis of air, soil, noise and water, samples.
Environmental monitoring will be conducted on regular basis to assess the pollution level in the ML
area as well in the surrounding areas. Therefore, regular monitoring program of the environmental
parameters is essential to take into account the changes in the environment. The objectives of
monitoring are: To identify the state of pollution within the ML area.
 To verify the result of the impact assessment study in particular with regards to new
developments.
 Generate data for predictive or corrective purpose in respect of pollution.
 To assess and monitor the environmental impacts.
 To establish a database for future Impact Assessment Studies for new projects.
6.2
METHODOLOGY OF MONITORING
Post project monitoring will be carried out as per conditions stipulated in Environmental Clearance
Letter issued by MoEF, Consent issued by SPCB as well as according to CPCB guidelines. The
following table is showing details of Post Project Monitoring programme:
S.
No
1
Potential Impact
Ambient Air
2
Ambient
Level
Noise
3
Water quality and
water levels
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Description of Parameters
Parameters
for
monitoring
Air Quality:
PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NOx
a) In the vicinity of the mine
and CO
b) In the vicinity of the
transportation Network
c) Dust suppression on roads
d) Scraping/ bulldozing of road to
shift accumulated dust to the sides
Vehicle trips to be minimized to Vehicle logs
the extent possible
Equipment and machinery noise Leq (night)
levels, & occupational exposures
Leq (day)
Generation of vehicular noise
Maintain records of
vehicles
Samples from the nearby surface Physico-chemical and
water bodies and ground water instrumental methods of
samples from the nearby villages
analysis.
For
the
parameters prescribed in
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Frequency of
monitoring
As per CPCB/
RSPCB
requirement
Daily records
Periodic during
operation phase
Periodic during
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Maintenance of
flora and fauna
Soil quality
Vegetation, greenbelt/ green cover
development
Maintenance of good soil quality
Health
Surveillance
Employees
the consent conditions of
state pollution Control
Board.
Tree Plantation
Physicochemical
parameters
All relevant parameters
including HIV
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Periodic during
operation phase
Periodical
Monitoring
Regular
checkups
6.3
POST PROJECT MONITORING PLAN
6.3.1 AIR QUALITY MONITORING
Air quality monitoring is essential for evaluation of the effectiveness of abatement Programmes and
to develop appropriate control measures. M/s. Rajasthan Fort And Palace Pvt. Ltd. will monitor
fugitive dust emissions at locations of nearest human habitations and other public amenities located
nearest to sources of dust generation, in and around the proposed sand mining project at a frequency
of once in a fortnight or any other frequency as stipulated by MoEF and take appropriate air
pollution control measures in order to ensure that the concentration of PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx
are within the limits. The monitoring records will be submitted to MoEF regularly.
Parameters: As per MoEF guidelines, the concentration of Particulate Matter (PM 10 & PM2.5),
Sulphur dioxide (SO2) and Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) will be monitored in upwind, downwind and
crosswind direction and also covering all sensitive receptors, along with adequate meteorological
measurement for proper interpretation of data.
METHODOLOGY
Respirable dust sampler with gaseous sampling attachment will be used for monitoring of air quality
for parameters viz., PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx with a sampling frequency of 24 hours duration.
Sampling and analysis will be carried out as per IS- 5182:1999 for measurement of air Pollution.
PM10 will be analyzed gravimetrically, SO2 will be analyzed by improved West and Gaeke method
and NOx will be analyzed as per Jacob & Hochheiser Modified (Na-Aresnite) Method.
The National Ambient Air Quality Standards, MoEF Notification: GSR 826 (E), November 16 th,
2009 is made applicable to sand mining project.
6.3.2 WATER QUALITY MONITORING
Water quality monitoring involves periodical assessment of quality of ground water and surface
water near the river sand mining project.
All the parameters as given in Part - A of General Standards for Discharge of Environmental
Pollutants, GSR 801 (E) Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 prescribed by CPCB will be
analyzed for all the effluents for assessing the overall quality of effluents. Surface water samples will
be analyzed for all the parameters as per CPCB Guidelines and ground water samples will be
analyzed for all the parameters as per IS-10500.
Methodology: The sample collection, procedures for sample preservation and methods of analysis
are followed as per Standard Methods for examination of Water and Waste water analysis published
by American Public Health Association (APHA).
Frequency of monitoring: Monitoring of water samples will be done at a frequency of once in each
season.
The following standards will be followed for complete analysis of water samples:
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Surface water: As per CPCB Guidelines
Ground water: BIS-10500:2012
6.3.3 NOISE LEVEL MONITORING
Noise level monitoring will be done for achieving the following objectives:
a) To compare sound levels with the values specified in noise regulations
b) To determine the need and extent of noise control of various noise generating sources
c) Correlation of noise levels with community response to noise levels.
Noise level monitoring will be done at the work zone to assess the occupational noise
exposure levels. Noise levels will also be monitored at the noise generating sources like sand
handling arrangements, vehicle maintenance workshop and also nearby villages for studying the
impact due to higher noise levels for taking necessary control measures at the source.
Parameters: The noise level recordings will be measured in dB(A) Leq values, where dB(A)
denotes the time weighted average of the level of sound in decibels on scale A ,which is relatable to
human hearing.
Frequency of monitoring: Monitoring frequency for noise levels will be once in a fortnight. MoEF
has stipulated that noise levels have to be monitored between 6.00 AM to 10.00 PM for day time and
10.00 PM to 6.00 AM for night time.
6.3.4 GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
Vegetation development is proposed along the bank of river and along road-sides of approach roads.
While selecting plant species preference will be given for planting native species of the area and
shall have soil binding capacity. M/s Rajasthan fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. will supply saplings to
surrounding villagers for green belt development in their villages and encourage the plantation by
means of social forestry.
Green belt development as per the scheduled plan will be reviewed every year Plantation records
will be maintained for period of plantation, area under plantation, length of avenue plantation, type
of species density of planted area and survival rate.
6.4
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING CELL
Apart from having an Environmental Management Plan, it is also necessary to have a permanent
organizational set up charged with the task of ensuring, its effective implementation of mitigation
measures and to conduct environmental monitoring. On this effect, M/s Rajasthan fort and Palace
Pvt Ltd will assign responsibilities to officers from various disciplines to co-ordinate the activities
concerned with management and implementation of environment control measures. An Organ gram
of Environment management is shown in figure below. Basically, department undertakes the
monitoring of environmental pollution level by measuring, ambient air quality, water and effluent
quality, Noise level, etc., either departmentally or appointing external agency whenever required.
The Environmental and Safety department will also be looking after for preparation of environment
statement, carrying out environment audit, preparation of Consent to establish & Consent to operate.
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 sand mine operation.
Fig 6.1 Organizational Structure of Environmental Management Cell
Environment Management Cell
(EMC)
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Mines Manager
Safety Officer
Environment Officer
In order to carry out the environmental monitoring, EMC will perform the following activities:
 EMC will oversee that environmental control measures are implemented as per approved action
plan.
 Identify and record the constraints in respect of environmental planning and implementation.
 Systematically document and record keeping w.r.t environmental issues.
 Field monitoring and laboratory analysis.
 Monitoring of plantation development.
 Environmental compliance to the regulatory authorities.
 Communication with the concerned departments on the environmental issues. Interact and liaison
with State/ Central Government departments
 To monitor compliance of environmental regulations.
 Continual improvement in environmental performance.
 To follow proper documentation and monitoring procedures, for developing better
 Environmental management systems at the mine.
 To keep up with regulatory requirements and arrange for the necessary certificates
or consents viz., air and water.
 To conduct yearly environmental monitoring and submit the statement to RSPCB.
6.5
REPORTING SCHEDULES OF MONITORED DATA
The monitored data on air quality, water quality, soil quality and noise levels, will be periodically
examined for taking necessary corrective measures. The monitored data will be submitted to
Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB). The post-project data will be submitted in halfyearly monitoring reports to the same.
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ADDITIONAL STUDIES
7.1
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
As per the provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment Notification dated 14-09-2006 issued by
Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India; and vide District Collector letter no.
fodkl@i&6¼2&1½2014@1387 dated 29.09.2014; & Regional office, Rajasthan State Pollution
Control Board, Chittorgarh letter no. jkizfue@{ks-dk-fpŸk©³@lh,e-3234/R--2105 dated 17.11.2014, Public
Hearing was conducted at 11.00 AM on 01-10-2014, in the premises of Aaganbadi, Gram Panchyat:
Etawaha, Village: luhariya, Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh, under the Chairmanship of ADM
Shri Harji Lal Atal for Proposed River Sand Mining Project located at Revenue villages of Tehsil:
Begun, District: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. Advertisement for conducting public hearing was published
on 26.08.2014 in “Hindustan Times” & “Rajasthan Patrika” and revised advertisement for
conducting public hearing was published on 30.09.2014 in “Rajasthan Patrika” & on 01.10.2014 in
“Hindustan Times”. To start with the proceedings of Public Hearing Shri K.C. Gupta, Regional
Officer, Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board, Chittorgarh welcomed all the persons present and
gave a brief introduction about the procedure and importance of Public Hearing.Thereafter
representative of Project consultant M/s. Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd, Jaipur Shri Devendra Goyal
made a presentation and gave details of the project. 46 persons made their attendance in the public
hearing and following issues were raised:Table No 7.1 Public Hearing Action Plan
S.
NAME &
ISSUES RAISED IN
NO. ADDRESS OF
BRIEF
THE
PERSON
1
Madan Gurjar What will be the impact
Village
: on the plants & animals
Parasoli
due to sand mining
activities?
COMMENTS OF
THE PROPONENT
ACTION
&BUDGETARY
PROVISION
(IF ANY)
If any Plants and trees Cost allocated for
found in lease area,
Wire
fencing,
will not be harmed in
any way
plantation
&
Maintenance
Measures is 0.5 Lac
per year.
2
Bhim
Singh What will the benefit of
Village
: the villages allocated
Bhicharoo
near the river areas? Is
there any employment in
the proposed project?
What will the benefit of
the sand mining project
to the villager residing
near the river?
Regular health check
up camp, Medical
facilities in nearby
villages. Pure drinking
water facility,
Construction
of
Toilets in Schools &
nearby
areas.
Scholarship in schools
will be developed
under
CSR
Programme.
Preference will be
given to local persons
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Total
amount
allocated
for
Socioeconomic
Development is 5.00
Lac per year
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4
Rajendra Singh What problems may
Village: Sarada arise due to sand mining
projects? Will there be
any rebate on Bajari for
villagers? Many Anicut
are made on the River,
therefore new sand
cannot arrive to these
areas.
He questioned that what
are benefits to famers by
the
money,
being
deposited to the govt. as
royalty from costumer?
No Road maintenance&
other development work
have been done by lease
holder till date.
Virendra
What will be the
Mathur, Village solution of the problem
: Sadsas
If there is any decrease
in water table due to
River Sand Mining
Project.?
5
Ratan
Lal
Gurjar,
Village:
Raghunathpura.
6
Dev
Bhadat He
questioned
that
Gurjar, Village E.M.F amount 5 Rupee
: Luhariya
per tonne collected by
Government, what will
be done for the village
development.
7
Devi
Lal He
expressed
his
Gurjar, Village opinion
that
Local
Luhariya
people will get harmed
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questioned
that
Paved and unpaved
roads will be damaged
due to overloading of
vehicles. What will be
done
for
their
maintenance?
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of in employment.
A safety zone of 45.0
m radius has been
demarcated for the
Temple,
Mosque,
Bridge etc and 7.5 m
offset will also be left
against the banks. As
per
mining
rules.Rebate
on
royalty
may
be
provided on the basis
of state government
rules
&
written
consent of village
Sarpanch & Mining
Department, for any
religious place such as
Temple, Mosque etc.
Sand mining will be
restricted up to 3.0 m
below river bed. There
will not be any
adverse effect on the
ground water table as
per scientific view,
whereas quantity of
water
will
be
increased.
No Overloading of
transport vehicles will
be carried out. Only
permit vehicle from
the state government
will be used for sand
transportation as per
the capacity of the
road. Bajari beyond
capacity would not be
loaded in the trucks.
Government
will
received Rs. 5 per ton
as
Environment
Management Fund in
which,
approx
1
percentage
amount
will be used for
nearby
village’s
development.
Grazing
land
or
Private
Khatedari
Land will be used for
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No financial budget
allocated.
No financial budget
allocated.
Pollution Control
Water Sprinkling on
haul Road : 0.4 Lac
per Annum
Rs. 4.60 Lac per
year under the CSR.
Total Cost allocated
for Environmental
Management
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Mangilal,
Village
Luhariya.
due to proposed river
sand mining, whereas
profit will be obtained
by
lease
holder.
Previously, tender were
given for
River Sand
mining, but at present
lease is sanctioned for 5
Years. Will there be
employment provided to
local
unemployed
persons? These Persons
brought
machineries
from outside. Local
persons
should
be
incorporated in it. No
road is connected to
lease area; Bajari will be
transported
through
Charnot land. There will
be loss to nearby
villagers, animals, birds
& Crops due to dust
generation
from
transportation.
Lease
has been granted for
sand mining up to 3m
depth for the period of 5
years. After
5 years
reserve sand will be
ended. Then how will
sand be available to the
villagers. Water level
will be gone deeper,
what will be the
provision for the same?
Please make clarify all
of these points by lease
holder
sand
transportation measures is 13.00
with the consent of the Lac.
local panchayat &
villagers.
Employment should be
given to
the people of nearby
villages and rebate on
bajari will be given to
villager which comes
around the 5 km radius
of the sand area.
Workers from nearby
villages will be given
preference
For
employment
in
collection and loading
of Bajri.
If machineries are
available to local
persons,
preference
will be given to these
persons.
Sand mining will be
restricted up to 3.0 m
below river bed. There
will not be any
adverse effect on the
ground water table
Speed
Limit
of
vehicles
will
be
restricted to 20 km
ph in the village area.
Minimum
use
of
horns. Water spraying
will be deployed on
roads. Plantation will
be developed on both
Sides of Connecting
roads.
Public Hearing Photographs enclosed as Annexure No.10.
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About 23 persons
will be employed
directly.
Workers
from nearby villages
will
be
given
preference. Indirect
employment
will
also be generated
due to the project.
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7.2. IMPACTS DUE TO TRANSPORTATION
The sand produced from the mine is to be consumed by different construction/Infrastructural
projects located at Chittorgarh and adjoining areas. Transportation of mined out mineral from the
river bed will be transported by hired Dumpers, Tractor-Trolly, and Trucks. Total Production during
the five years planning is 8.40 Lac Tonne. About 30 trucks per day will be required in this mining
project. Capacity of each truck is 20 Ton. The proposed increase in traffic density will not cause
significant impact on the traffic since the connecting road and nearby Highway is capable of
handling this increase in traffic density. The trucks will be properly covered with tarpaulin and
overloading will not be allowed to avoid spillage on roads.
7.2.1 RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
The present project is a Sand mining project, which is relatively very low risk activity, being surface
mining or opencast mining, compared to coal mining. The risks associated with the project are not
hazardous, but if any, they are only accidents and incidents, associated with mining machinery or
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transportation activity. This part delineates the risks associated with the project and the prevention
measures to avoid or minimize the risk.
7.2.2 ACTIVITIES WITH POTENTIAL RISKS
None of the risks are of hazardous type, while accidents and incidents can be expected if adequate
controls or safety systems are not adopted. The sand excavation and loading on to the trucks by
Backhoe can have risks of accidents if human failure or errors are not taken care of. The Accidents,
if any, may not be fatal, but are potential to cause temporary or permanent disabilities. Thus, the
need for adequate safety at work places is needed. On the other hand, the manual activity of sand
mining and sand loading is not associated with accidents, however, some minor incidents like
exhaustion, sun-strokes, or other health related incidents may take place, which can be avoided with
adequate safety regulations and measures. Transportation of mined sand to the stowing sites is the
activity associated with accidents on road and at the project site. However, with effective safety
measures the accidents can be avoided and prevented.
7.2.3 SAFETY OF MACHINE USE AT MINING SITE
The major machinery that is used at mining site is only a Backhoe vehicle that can excavate sand and
load on to the trucks. The area where Backhoe is operated will be manned by appropriate licensed
and trained staff to ensure that the vehicle activity is performed as per the safety norms. The vehicle
operating condition is ensured every day before the work is initiated, especially with regard to its
hydraulic systems, mechanical conditions, and other operating systems. The movement of trucks for
loading of sand shall be regulated by a trained inspector who shall be responsible for the safety of
vehicle movement and prevention of accidents or incidents associated with the vehicular movement.
The staff working with backhoe and on site shall be trained in first-aid and other safety measures,
accident or incident prevention and reporting and communication mechanisms.
7.2.4 SAFETY MEASURES DURING WORKING AT SAND MINING SITE
Occupational safety and health is very closely related to productivity and good employer – employee
relationship. Some of the measures proposed for occupational safety and health have been listed
below:
 Safety measures will be implemented as per mine act 1952, MMR 1961 mines rules 1955.
 Protective equipment like dust mask, ear plugs/muffs and other equipments shall be provided for
use by the work persons.
 Notices warning to prevent inadvertent entry of persons shall be displayed at all conspicuous
places and in particular near mine entries.
 Danger signs shall be displayed near the excavations.
 Security guards will be posted.
 Provision of rest shelters for mine workers with amenities like resting, drinking water, and toilets
facilities etc. will be provided by lessee.
 Rotation of workers, if necessary.
 First - Aid facilities in the mining area.
 Training of personnel to inculcate safety consciousness through slogans and posters.
 All workers will be subjected to medical examination as per mines rule 1955 both at times of
appointment and at least once in five years. Medical camps will be organized for this activity.
Insurance of all employees as per the rules will be carried out
 Regular/periodical monitoring of mine environment to ensure the efficacy of
various
protective measures.
7.2.5 SAFETY MEASURES DURING SAND TRANSPORTATION
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Sand transportation from the mining site to the market (20 to 30 km) is a major activity that can have
potential risks of road accidents. In order to prevent these, the following safety measures will be
proposed:
 The vehicles will be maintained in good condition and checked thoroughly at least once a month
by the competent person authorized for the purpose by the management.
 The vehicle drivers and associated staff will have appropriate licenses issued by the concerned
authorities.
 All transportation within the main working should be carried out directly under the supervision
and control of the management.
 The maximum permissible speed limit will be ensured.
 To avoid danger while reversing the equipments/vehicles especially at the working place/loading
points, stopper should be posted to properly guide reversing/spotting operating, otherwise no
person should be there within 10 km radius of machine.
 Avoid over-loading of tippers & trucks & consequent spillage on the roads.
7.2.6 POSSIBLE RISKS DUE TO FAILURE OF WASTE DUMP & ITS CONTROL
No waste dump will be created therefore the question of failure of waste dump does not exist.
7.2.7 OTHER POSSIBLE MEASURES TO AVOID RISKS/DISASTER DUE TO RIVER BED
MINING.
 Unwanted material including mineral or spillage (if any) will not be stacked on the banks as it
will hinder the flow of water in monsoon season.
 The minerals will be mined out in a uniform way so that the river flow/course will not get
disturbed.
 10 m offset will also be left against the banks to protect side collapse/scouring and riparian
vegetation.
7.3 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY (OHS)
Healthy and safe working conditions are among the first expectations for sustainability, i.e. the
expectation that risks in mining will not deprive workers of their livelihoods or of their quality of
life. Occupational injuries and ill-health have huge social and economic implications for individuals,
their families and their communities. They also have an adverse impact on the economy of the
society as a whole. Occupational accidents and health hazards can also affect public health and
safety, and the environment. The effect on the health and safety of people costs the economy and
impacts the environment. Efforts will be made to address occupational health and safety with
broader social agenda for sustainable development. Hazards, which are associated with poor
engineering design, contribute to increased safety risks. Although health risks can be avoided by
implementing controls at source in the work environment, designing such controls for mining
environment presents considerable challenges because dust and noise are generated by mining itself.
A range of control measures that act together to reduce exposure to such risks is therefore necessary.
These could include methods for minimizing dust levels by reducing dust generation and methods
for dilution, suppression, capture, and containment. While significant uncertainties remain in
controlling dust exposures and maintaining the effectiveness of control the use of appropriate
personal protective equipment (PPE) is important. Occupational health and safety (OHS) is a crossdisciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work
or employment. The goal of all occupational health and safety programs is to foster a safe work
environment. Excessive dust, noise and vibration are the chief health hazards for the miners. Some
examples of such hazards are:
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• Exposure to dust
• Noise exposure
• Vehicular movements
• Physical Hazards.
Exposure to Dust
 Exposure to fine particulates is associated with work in most of the dust-generating stages
notably from sand handling, and transportation.
 Workers with long term exposure to fine particulate dust are at risk of pneumoconiosis,
emphysema, bronchitis, and fibrosis.
Methods to prevent and control exposure to dust include the following:
• Control of dust through water spraying,
• Use of PPE, as appropriate (e.g. masks and respirators) to address residual exposures.
Pre-placement medical examination and periodical medical examination schedules
The fresh employees when taken are thoroughly medically examined under initial medical
examination and thereafter during continuation of employment; the periodic medical examination is
being done suggested by DGMS.
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CHAPTER-8
PROJECT BENEFITS
8.0 GENERAL
The proposed river sand mining project has a significant positive impact on the socio-economic
environment of the area. It will help to sustain the development of the area. The proposed project
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will significantly contribute to the economic development of the area and to improve standards of
living. The execution of the project i.e removal of sand will protect against widening of the river
channel and flooding of adjoining areas, bring overall improvement in the locality, neighbourhood
and the State by bringing industry, roads, water supply, electricity, employment, living standard and
economic growth. The project will provide raw material for in infrastructure development, increase
employment opportunity and improve the socioeconomic condition of the area.
8.1 EMPLOYMENT GENERATION
Employment is expected to increase during sand excavation, sand transportation, in trade and other
ancillary services. Employment in these sectors will be primarily temporary or contractual and
involvement of unskilled labour will be more. A major part of this labour force will be mainly from
local villagers who are expected to engage themselves both in agriculture and project activities. This
will enhance their income and lead to overall economic growth of the area. The proponent feels that
the proposed river sand mining project will help in generating newer employment opportunity both
directly and indirectly. The core and buffer area will be benefitted as the employment preference will
be given to locals. As the education level of the local area is low, employment might help create
livelihood to the people. The proposed project will bring in job opportunities during operational
phase. The man power requirement is based on quantity of production and transportation technology.
The proposed mining activity will generate employment to the local people in this area. The
proposed project will generate direct employment to 23 personnel. About 20 workers will be
employed in mining operations, other supporting services and 3 no’s of managerial staff.
8.1.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The proposed project will enhance the socio-economic activities in the adjoining areas. This will
result in following benefits: Improvements in physical infrastructure.
 Improvements in social infrastructure.
 Generation of employment and improved standard of living
 Contribution to the exchequer.
 Prevention of illegal mining.
 Post-mining enhancement of green cover
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CHAPTER - 9
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
9.0 GENERAL
The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in the
study area. This chapter covers the genesis of pollution, the principal sources of pollution, the nature
of pollution, the proposed measures required for meeting the prevailing statutory requirements of
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dust & gaseous emissions, waste water discharge characteristics, noise levels etc for environmental
management purpose in connection with the mining and mining related activities in the study area.
For attaining the desired objective of good environmental quality in the study area, several
management strategies in different phases are proposed and evaluated.
Preparation of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is required for formulation, implementation
and monitoring of environmental protection measures during and after commissioning of the
proposed mining project.
The objectives of EMP are:
 Overall conservation of environment.
 Minimization of dust generation and pollution.
 Judicious use of natural resources and water.
 Safety, welfare and good health of the work men and populace.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
 Vigilance against probable disasters and accidents.
 Monitoring of cumulative and long time impacts.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
9.1 AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
In the proposed mining project, the only pollution will occur from dust (Particulate Matter) during
excavation, vehicular traffic, loading/unloading etc. Regular water sprinkling arrangement will be
provided in the mining lease area for dust suppression. Speed limit of vehicles will be restricted to
20 kmph in the mine area for the movement of machineries, truck & etc. to control the dust
emission.
The following measures will be taken to reduce the impact on the air quality:
 Vehicles will be covered by tarpaulin to reduce spillage on roads.
 Regular checking & Maintenance of vehicles, trucks, dumpers etc, will be conducted and
pollution under control (PUC) vehicle will be used during transportation.
 Periodically, water will be sprinkled on haul roads to wet the surface.
 Overloading of transport vehicles will be avoided to prevent spillage.
 Provision of green belt by vegetation for trapping dust.
 Dust mask provided to the workers engaged at dust generation points like excavations, loading
and unloading points.
 Periodic air quality survey will be carried out to monitor the quality and for timely corrective
actions.
 Road will be properly maintained.
9.1.1 CONTROL OF GASEOUS EMISSIONS
The source of SO2 & NOx will be due to vehicular emissions. This will be controlled by proper &
regular maintenance and servicing of vehicles. The emissions of all vehicles used for transport will
be in accordance with the MOEF/CPCB norms.
9.1.2 MEASURE TO CONTROL DUST INHALATION
All the above measures will be adopted to prevent dust generation at mining site during excavation
activities and to be dispersed in the outside environment. However, for the safety of workers at site,
engaged at strategic locations/dust generation points like loading, handling etc., dust masks will be
provided. Dust masks will prevent inhalation of particulate matter thereby reducing the risk of lung
diseases and other respiratory disorders among the workers.
9.2 WATER MANAGEMENT & WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
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9.2.1 SURFACE WATER
The major source of surface water pollution due to sand mining is insignificant, however, the
following measures will be undertaken to prevent water pollution.
 Utmost care will be taken to minimize spillage of sand.
 Mining schedule will be synchronized with the river flow direction and the gradient of the land.
 The washing of trucks and tractor trolleys in the river will be avoided.
 Mining will be avoided during the monsoon season. This will help in replenishment of sand in
the river bed.
 Mining will be carried out above the water table.
 Mining will not intersect the river bed water level or ground water table of the area.
9.2.2 GROUND WATER
There will not be any adverse effect on the ground water quality. The minor mineral does not contain
any harmful element, which could percolate into the ground and pollute the ground water. Hence, no
control measures are required. However, regular monitoring of quality in the existing hand
pumps/tube wells in the vicinity will be carried out both with reference to area and time intervals to
study the hydrodynamics of the strata.
9.3
NOISE POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES
As there will be no heavy earth moving machinery there will not be any major impact on noise level
due to sand mining and other association activities a detailed noise survey has been carried out and
results were cross referenced with standards and were found to be well within limits. Drilling &
Blasting will not be used for sand mining, hence no possibility of land vibration. The only impact
will be due to transportation of sand by trucks and tractor trolleys etc .As the only impact is due to
transportation of sand to the to the market though village roads, the following control measures shall
be taken to keep the ambient noise levels well within limits:
 Minimum use of horns and speed limit of 20 km in the village area.
 Use of personal protective devices i.e., earmuffs and earplugs by workers, working in high noise
areas.
 Timely maintenance of vehicles and their silencers to minimize sound.
 Care will be taken to produce minimum sound during sand loading
 Phasing out of old and worn out trucks.
 Provision of green belts in consultation with forest officer along the road networks.
9.4
LAND ENVIRONMENT
Degradation of land is not a very significant adverse impact of riverbed mining due to creation of
access roads, mining operations, and transportation of mined material. In order to prevent the
environmental degradation of leased mine area and its surroundings, the following measures will be
taken;
 Safe clearance will be mainly determined by the width of the river bed.
 Creation of ponds and pits on the river bed will not be allowed.
 Operations during daylight only.
 No foreign material will be allowed to remain/spill in river bed and catchment area, or no
pits/pockets will be allowed to be filled with such material.
 As the lease area in quite large and long in length systematic extraction will be carried out to
prevent seasonal scouring and enhanced erosion.
 45.0 m radius around the well located in the river bed will not have any mining activity.
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Measures will be taken to prevent the working form crossing safety zones. Cutting the banks and
3.0 m depth limit of the river bed surface.
9.4.1 POST MINING LAND USE
At the end of mining plan period about 95 Ha area will be mined out. Land use at various stages is
given in the table below.
Table No: 9.1 Land use pattern of mining lease area at various phases
S.
Particulars
Present land
At the end of
At the end of
rd
No.
use (ha)
3 year (ha)
5th year (ha)
1
Mine area
75.0
87.0
95.0
2
Dump area
0.0
Safety Permanent Roads
6.30
100.75
100.75
3
zone
(6no.)
4
5
6
7
Infrastructure (office, temp,
shelter etc)
Mineral Storage
Plantation
Un worked
Total
-
-
-
205.13
286.43
98.68
286.43
90.68
286.43
9.5
SOIL CONSERVATION
There is no soil over mineralized area; however the receding floods in the monsoon season deposit
some clay/soil carried down by river water. It is hardly a few millimetres thick and of not much
consequence. Even in the areas of no mining activity the process of deposition in one season and
transportation of previously deposited material in the next season takes place along with deposition
of fresh material by receding floods. Soil Quality will be monitored in the area surrounding the core
zone used for agricultural activity to check for any negative impacts on the soil quality. Year-wise
plantation activity will be undertaken as proposed in the approved mining plan. Plantation activity
will be undertaken in consultation with village Panchayat near the river banks, village roadside to
improve the land quality, aesthetics and reduce soil erosion.
9.6
BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
The mining activity will have insignificant effect on the existing flora and fauna. Data have been
collected from various Government Departments such as forests, agriculture, animal husbandry and
various offices to establish the pre project biological environmental conditions.
9.6.1 GREENBELT DEVELOPMENT
Greenbelt development programme will be designed within the natural constraints of the river sand
area and in particular species selection reflects flora known to be resistant to the local conditions.
A Greenbelt development is necessary for:
1) Landscaping and providing shelter
2) Help in reducing Pollution level
3) Surface air purification by providing oxygen and letting SPM to settle on the leaves.
4) To attenuate noise generation by movement of vehicles and other machinery.
5) Prevent soil erosion to great extent
6) Improve ecological conditions.
7) Improves the aesthetics & beneficially influence the microclimate of the surrounding.
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The following characteristics will be taken into consideration while selecting plant species for green
belt development and tree plantation.
a. They should be local indigenous and drought resistant species.
b. They should be fast growing and tall trees.
c. They should be perennial and evergreen.
d. They should have thick canopy cover.
e. The planting should be in appropriate alternate rows around the site to prevent lateral pollution
dispersion.
f. The trees should maintain regional ecological balance and conform to soil and hydrological
conditions. Indigenous species should be preferred.
g. Species will be planted as per CPCB guidelines and native species.
9.6.2 PLANTATION PROGRAMME
The lease is in the river bed and devoid of any vegetation. Mining activities will not cause any harm
to riparian vegetation cover as the working will not extend beyond the offset left against the banks. It
is proposed to have plantation on both sides of the roads & along the bank of river as greenbelt to
provide cover against dust dissemination plantation will also be carried out as social forestry
programmed in villages school and the areas allocated by the Panchayat/State authorities.
The following plant species will be planted according to CPCB guidelines: Cassia fistula(Amaltas),
Delbergia sisso(Sisam), Mangifera indica (Mango), Acacia nilotica (Babul), Azadirachta
indica(Neem), Albizza lebbek (Siris), Prosopis cineraria (Khejri), Delonix regia (Gulmohar), Butea
monosperm (Palash), Phoenix sylvestris (Khajur), Peepal (Ficus religiosa) , Calotropis procera
(Akada), etc.
A suitable combination of trees that can grow fast and also have good leaf cover shall be adopted to
develop the greenbelt. It is proposed to plant 4000 no’s of native species along with some fruits
bearing and medicinal trees during the five year plan period.
Table No. 9.2 Greenbelt development Programme
Year
No. of
Survival
Species to
Place of Plantation
Sapling
(70%)
planted
st
1 Year
800
560
Neem, Pipal, Along the roads, in
nd
Babul,
schools and public
2 Year
800
560
rd
Shisham,
building, Govt. waste
3 Year
800
560
th
Sirish, Ardu, land and other social
4 Year
800
560
th
and
Khejri, forestry
programme
5 Year
800
560
Desi kikar
with permission of
Total
4000
2800
competent authority.
Table No 9.3 (a) NAME OF PLANTS
Botanical Name
Common Name
Plant species for Road side, Nearby Villages, School etc.
Polyalthia longifolia
Ashoka
Butea monosperma
Palas
Syzygium thysi
Jamun
Mangifera indica
Aam
Ficus religiosa
Peepal
Cassia fistula
Amaltas
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Azadirachta indica
Bauhinia purpuriai
Dalbergia sissoo
Pongamia pinnata
Tectona grandis
Delonix regia
Boswellia serrata
List of the Shrubs
Eucalyptus canaldulensis
Polyalthania Longifolia
Ziziphus mauritiana
Capparis decidua
List of Herbs
Rose Centifolia
Lawsonia Inermis
Datura metal
Calendula officinalis
List of Grasses
Chlorophytum tuberosum
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Neem
Papeli
Shisham
Karanj
Teak
Kachnar
Salar
Eucalyptus
Ashok
Ber
Kair
Rose
Mehandi
Duranta
Merigold
Safed musli
9.6.3 GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT
i. Plantation of trees will be done along road side and nearby areas such as in school, villages etc to
arrest auto-exhaust and noise pollution, and in such a way that there is no direct line of sight to
the mine when viewed from a point outside the foliage perimeter.
ii. Since tree trunks are normally devoid of foliage (upto 3 m), it will be appropriate to have
shrubbery in the form of such trees to give coverage to trunk portion of these trees.
iii. Fast growing trees with thick perennial foliage will be grown fast growing trees will be selected.
In order to facilitate the proper growth of vegetation, limited measures involving preparation of
seedbed with suitable amount of fertilizers and treatment with mulches will be taken.
Vegetation covers in and around the mine workings generally helps in:
 Stabilizing erodible slopes to minimize pollution.
 Control of dust.
 Enhancement of aesthetic value.
 Maximizing evapo-transpiration, which helps minimizing run off.
 Reducing noise.
9.7
SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
This project operation will provide livelihood to the poorest section of the society. The overall
impact of riverbed mining of sand on the social economics of the area will be a very positive one, as
not only it will generate employment opportunities for local population at mine site but also in
associated activity i.e. for transportation of mined material, etc . It will also give a good boost to the
general economy of the area. The mining activity in the lease area will thus give direct employment
to about 23 persons engaged in extraction of sand, loading of material into tractor trolleys and tipper
trucks.
9.7.1 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS AND EVALUATION
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The results of the field survey conducted based on a questionnaire prepared to understand the
knowledge and perception of the people living around the project area, gives a clear idea about the
need for the project. The awareness level regarding the proposed mining activity is very high. The
proposed mining activity is expected to provide stimulus to socio-economic activities in the region
and thereby accelerate further development processes.
9.8
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY
The proposed mining is to be carried out by semi-mechanized opencast mining. Dust and noise are
the general health hazards for the miners. The project proponent will strictly implement all the
prescribed safety measures, although the magnitude of mining is very less. High safety is ensured in
the working conditions of the miners. Since it is an opencast mine, health problems due to dust may
be expected. Protective equipment will be provided to the employees such as dust masks. By using
these PPEs, the chances of occupational health diseases will be lowered. The health of the workers
will be regularly checked and suitable medical facilitates will be created by the lessees. By
periodical medical checkup & treatment and job rotation of employees, the impact would be
minimized.
9.9
BUDGETARY PROVISION FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION & MONITORING
It is necessary to include the environmental cost as a part of the budgetary cost component. As per
the Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession (Forth Amendment) Rules, 2012 dated 01-11-2012, lessee
will deposit contribution in environment management fund to meet out the financial requirement of
association/agency for carrying out environmental protection work as per the environment
management plan @Rs. 5/- per ton of mineral dispatch. Presently lease holder already deposited
E.M.F @Rs. 5/- per ton of mineral dispatch to State Mining Department.
In order to implement the environmental protection measures, timely funds will be released as per
requirement. In addition to above, it is proposed to invest a capital cost of Rs. 13.0 lac on pollution
control, green belt and environmental monitoring systems. The break-up of the investment is given
in the following Table-9.4.
S.
No.
1
Table -9.4 Annual capital cost for environmental protection measures
Capital cost (Rs.)
Recurring cost (Rs.)
Particulars
Frequency
Existing Proposed Existing
Proposed
Pollution
Control
Regular
Nil
2.0 Lac
Nil
2.0 Per Year
Half Yearly
Nil
--
Nil
4.10 Lac Per Yera
Green
Belt @ 800 Plant Nil
Development
Per Year
--
Nil
0.30 Lac Per Annum
Water Sprinkling
2
Pollution
Monitoring
i.e Water, Air,
Soil & Noise etc.
3
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Budget
for Yearly
Conservation of
Schedule Ist &
IIFauna
5
Others (specify)
Haul
road and other
roads repair
and
maintenance
II.
Wire
fencing
at
plantation site
Nil
0.70 Lac
Nil
0.10 Lac Per Annum
2.0 Lac Per Annum
I.
III. Rainwater
Harvesting
Total 13.00 Lac
Regular
Nil
--
Nil
Nil
--
Nil
0.30 Per Annum
Nil
1.0 Lac
Nil
0.5 Lac per annum
Nil
3.70 Lac
Nil
9.30 Lac
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CHAPTER: 10
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION
10.1
INTRODUCTION OF PROJECT PROPONENT
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M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. is proposing to develop a River sand mine in, Revenue
villages of Tehsil: Begun , District: Chittorgarh, State: Rajasthan having lease area is 286.43
Ha.,does not fall in forest land. It has been proposed to collect sand from the river bed (nadi &
nallas). River beds areas are owned by Govt. of Rajasthan. Mining lease is awarded for fresh grant to
state Mining Department for a period of 5 years with effect from the date of registration.
Mining will be confined to the allotted lease area which lies on the river bed from which
approximately 1.68 lac Tons per year of sand will be excavated and the cost of the project is Rs. 60
lac only.
LOCATION
The mining area is located in 17 revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun, District: Chittorgarh. The mining
lease/proposed project area falls in Survey of India Toposheet No. 45K/12, 45K/16.
Table No 10.1 Details of Environmental Setting
S. No.
1
a
b
c
d
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Particulars
Location
Village
Tehsil
District
State
Land use at the lease area
Nearest habitation
Nearest major town
Nearest Highway
Nearest railway station
Nearest airport
Nearest tourist places
Defence installations
Archaeological important
Ecological sensitive zones
Nearest
streams/Rivers/
water bodies.
Seismic zone
Details
17 Revenue villages of Tehsil: Begun
Begun
Chittorgarh
Rajasthan
River bed
Begun
Begun
NH- 76
Chittorgarh (Aerial distance 33 Km)
Dabok (Udaipur) (Aerial distance 106 Km )
Chittorgarh
No, within in 10 km radius
No, within in 10 km radius
No, within in 10 km radius
3-4 water bodies present
Zone-II. No major event is reported in past.
The salient features of the project are given below:
Table 10.2 Salient features of the projects
S. No. Particulars
Details
1.
Project Name
River Sand Mining at Revenue village of
Tehsil:Begun, District: Chittorgarh (Raj)
2.
Proposed Capacity
1.68 LTPA
3
Method of mining
Open Cast Semi-mechanized
4
Mineable reserves
77.98 Lac Ton
5
Lease Area
286.43 Ha.(Govt, River bed)
6
Water Requirement
Total Water requirement : 4 KLD
Domestic water demand : 2 KLD
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Tanker water supply
23
Nil
Nil
60 Lac
13.0 Lac
4.6 Lac
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Source of Water
8.
Manpower
9
Wastewater generation
10
Solid waste/OB generation
11
Project Cost
12
EMP costs
13
Cost towards CSR activities
10.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
10.2.1 DESCRIPTION OF SAND MINING OPERATIONS
The mining process is opencast semi-mechanized river bed mining of minor minerals. Drilling and
blasting is not required as the material is soft in nature. As per MMCR rules 1986 extraction is
limited to 3.0 m depth only from the surface area when River bed is dry. Entire stretch of the lease
area is around 22 km long and has been divided in to five blocks only for mining operation
supervision management and safety. Mineral will be removed in 3.0 m layer only forming one
bench. Bench will advance from South west to North East direction in the river. Height of bench will
be 3.0 mt. Light weight excavators will be deployed for extraction. Mineral will be loaded in trucks
of 20 tones capacity and equipment and earth movers will be on hire basis. There will be no
overburden or waste generation because the bajri is exposed in the river bed.
WORKING DEPTH (below ground level)
The ultimate depth of the open cast mine will be 3 m below river bed or above the ground water
table whichever is less. Under no circumstances it will intersect with ground water table.
Land
The proposed river sand mining spreads in an area of 286.43 Ha, which is government land.
Water
The water requirement in the mine is 4.0 KLD for mining activities, dust suppression, drinking
purpose and greenbelt development.
Power
All the activities will be carried out only during day time. Hence, no power is required
10.3 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE SITES
Proposed River sand mining is a site specific project. Mining activities shall be carried out based on
local geology and availability of the mineral. ML area is owned by the proposed proponent, which is
a government traverse land devoid of any settlements.
Hence no alternative sites are envisaged.
10.4 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
Baseline environmental studies were conducted to monitor micro-meteorology, ambient air quality,
ground and surface water quality, noise levels, present land use pattern, soil quality, biological
environment and socio-economic status within a study area of 10 Km. radius around the mining
lease area. Baseline environmental data was monitored by M/s Noida Testing Laboratory., Noida for
one full season i.e. Post-Monsoon season, 2013 (October-November-December). The baseline data
conforms to the requirement of EIA Notification, 2006 (as amended on 14.09.2006).
(i) METEOROLOGY
Micro-meteorological data of Udaipur (Dabok) has been obtained from Meteorological Centre,
Sanganer for the Post-monsoon season – 2013. The micro-meteorological status contains wind
speed, wind direction, Dry buly temperature, (max & min) relative humidity, rainfall, cloud cover
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etc. The met data collected were used to determine predominant meteorological conditions, which
are useful in characterizing the baseline air quality status and in prediction of impacts on air
environment.
(ii) AMBIENT AIR QUALITY
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals that the concentrations of PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2 & CO
for all the 5 AAQM stations were within prescribed Limit. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals
that the concentrations of PM10 and PM2.5 for all the 5 AAQM stations were found respectively
between 60.59 to 77.74μg/m3 and 38.01 to 45.15μg/m3. As far as the gaseous pollutants SO2 and
NO2 are concerned, the prescribed CPCB limit of 80μg/m3 has never surpassed at any station. The
concentration of SO2 was in range of 8.02 to 14.01μg/m3. The concentration of NO2 was in range of
18.01 to 24.25μg/m3.The Concentration of CO were found in range of 0.38 to 0.52 mg/m3.
(iii) GROUND WATER QUALITY
Total 5 samples, of ground water, samples were collected for water quality monitoring. All the
samples were analyzed for water quality parameters as per IS: 10500:2012 and as per surface water
standards respectively. The analysis results indicate that the pH ranges from 7.55 to 8.13 of study
area. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) was found in the range 859.12 mg/L to 867.12 mg/L. It is seen
that the physico-chemical analysis of other parameters like Chloride, Calcium, Magnesium, Nitrate
and Fluoride were within desirable limit of IS (10500:2012).
(iv) NOISE QUALITY
The noise monitoring has been conducted for determination of noise levels at five locations covering
10 km study area. Noise monitoring results found within the permissible limit at all locations. In the
study area area higher Noise value of 62.1 dB (A) was recorded during day time in Siyahaya (Near
Bus stand) & lower Noise value of 31.5 dB (A) was recorded during night time in Rupapura (Near
Govt Sec School).
(v) ECOLOGY
There are no rare endemic, endangered species & threatened species of flora within the study area.
Pavocristatus (Peacock), Chinkara & Common languor are the schedule-I & II Fauna found in the
Buffer area. The flora and fauna study within 10 km radius is conducted and authentication by DFO is
in progress. There is Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary situated in the study area.
(vi) SOIL ENVIRONMENT
Five numbers of soil samples have been collected within study area and analyzed for physical and
chemical properties. The result obtained is compared with the standard soil classification as given in
Agriculture soil limits. Five numbers of soil samples have been collected within study area and
analyzed for physical and chemical properties. Samples collected from identified locations indicate
pH value ranging from 7.99 to 8.41, which shows that the soil is alkaline in nature. Organic Matter
ranges from 0.44% to 0.48% in the soil samples.
(vii) SOCIO-ECONOMIC
The project activities will not have any adverse impacts on any of the common property resources of
the village communities, as the sand mine lease area is not being used for any purpose by any section
of the society in this region. There is no R & R involvement in this project. There is no land acquisition
in this project. The Project is expected to yield a positive impact on the socio-economic environment.
It helps sustain the development of this area including further development of infrastructure facilities.
10.5 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
The summary of anticipated adverse environmental impacts due to the proposed project and
mitigation measures are given below:-
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10.5.1 IMPACT DUE TO AIR POLLUTION AND ITS MANAGEMENT
Air pollution is likely to be caused at various stages of sand mining operations such as excavation,
loading, transportation and screening of material. Particulate Matter (PM 10) is the main pollutant
during sand mining operations. Most of the dust will be generated from loading, screening and
transportation operations. This dust becomes air borne and gets carried away to surrounding areas.
The impact on air is mainly localized in nature as the dust particles being heavier are not carried to
longer distances and the effect is felt within the core zone of the project involving active sand
mining operations.
In order to mitigate fugitive dust emissions and other air emissions from the project activities, the
following measures are proposed to be adopted.
1. To avoid fugitive dust emissions at the time of excavation, the mining area will be
wetted by water spraying.
2. To avoid fugitive dust emissions sand screening activity will be carried out at mines so as to
prevent spreading of dust.
3. Effective dust suppression arrangements will be made at the ground level sand bunkers at the
mines.
4. Sand will be transported to the nearest market by road through trucks. The sand will be wetted
after loading in to the truck and will be covered by tarpaulin sheets.
5. To minimize the vehicular pollution from the sand transporting vehicles, the following conditions
will be insisted to permit the vehicles of the transporters:
 The vehicles will be with good engine condition and will be maintained and with pollution
control certificate issued by appropriate authorities.
 Regular maintenance of transport vehicles and monitoring of vehicular emission levels at
periodical intervals.
6. Black topping and regular maintenance of sand transportation roads.
7. Ambient Air quality Monitoring will be carried out at four stations basis to assess the air quality
in and around the project for taking necessary control measures.
8. Green belt development along the access roads at mine premises and near the villages
10.5.2 IMPACT DUE TO NOISE POLLUTION AND ITS MANAGEMENT
Noise environment in this project will be affected only by the machineries at the site and vehicular
transportation. Since mining will be done semi-mechanically, slight increase in noise levels can be
expected. Baseline Noise levels will be observed to be well within the limits in the monitored
villages. However, after applying the mitigation measures noise pollution will be reduced further.
In order to mitigate noise generation from the mining activities, the following mitigation measures
are proposed:
a. Since the noise generating is only through mechanical equipment and movement of vehicles,
strict compliance to periodical maintenance of the vehicle conditions will be insisted.
b. Further, to protect the employees and workmen at the sites of loading and use of Backhoe,
necessary safety wear like ear plugs will be provided.
c. Noise monitoring at the work places will be carried out to ensure the compliance.
10.6 ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAMME
An Environmental monitoring programme has been prepared for the proposed project for periodical
assessment of effectiveness of implementation of Environment Management Plan and to take
corrective measures in case of any degradation in the surrounding environment.
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10.7 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN
Environmental management plan will be proposed for “Sand” mining project to mitigate the
anticipate impact during the mining operation. M/s Rajasthan Fort and Palace Pvt. Ltd. have
prepared an Environmental Management Plan for the proposed sand mining project. The final
EIA/EMP of the proposed project will be submitted to Ministry of Environment and Forests
(MoEF), New Delhi, for obtaining environmental clearance for the project, in accordance with
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification No. 1533 dated 14.09.2006. The approved
Environment Management Plan will be implemented throughout the life of the project and halfyearly monitoring report showing the compliance status of conditions stipulated in Environmental
Clearance letter will be submitted to MoEF in every six months.
10.8 PROJECT BENEFIT
The project activity will help in combating the growing demand of sand in the market & hence will
help in the economic growth of the country. This project will lead to direct & indirect employment
opportunity. Employment is expected during sand excavation, sand transportation, in trade and other
ancillary services. Employment in these sectors will be primarily temporary or contractual and
involvement of unskilled labor will be more. A major part of this labor force will be mainly from
local villagers who are expected to engage themselves both in agriculture and project activities. This
will enhance their income and lead to overall economic growth of the area.
10.9 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
10.9.1 AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
 Vehicles will be covered by tarpaulin to reduce spillage on roads.
 Regular checking & Maintenance of vehicles, trucks, dumpers etc, will be conducted and
pollution under control (PUC) vehicle will be used during transportation.
 Periodically, water will be sprinkled on haul roads to wet the surface.
 Overloading of transport vehicles will be avoided to prevent spillage.
 Green belt of trees with good foolage on both side of haul road.
 Dust mask provided to the workers engaged at dust generation points like excavations, loading
and unloading points.
 Road will be properly maintained.
10.9.2 WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
 Mining will be carried out above the water table.
 Mining will not intersect the river bed water level or ground water table of the area.
 Mining schedule will be synchronized with the river flow direction and the gradient of the land.
10.9.3 NOISE MANAGEMENT
 Minimum use of horns and speed limit of 20 km in the village area.
 Timely maintenance of vehicles and their silencers to minimize sound.
 Phasing out of old and wornout trucks.
 Provision of green belts in consultation with forest officer along the road networks.
10.9.4 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
There will be no generation of overburden/waste material. No backfilling has been proposed in the
excavated zone of river since to some extent sand will be replenished by sediment during rainy
season.
10.9.5 MANAGEMENT OF LAND USE PATTERN
The total lease area is 286.43 Ha. At the end of mining plan period about 95 Ha area will be mined
out.
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10.9.6 GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT & PLANTATION PROGRAMME
It is proposed to plant 800 no’s of native species per year along with some fruits bearing and
medicinal trees during the five year plan period. The following plant species will be planted
according to CPCB guidelines: Cassia fistula(Amaltas), Delbergia sisso(Sisam), Mangifera indica
(Mango), Acacia nilotica (Babul), Albizza lebbek (Siris), Prosopis cineraria (Khejri), Delonix regia
(Gulmohar), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Butea monosperm (Palash), Phoenix sylvestris (Khajur),
Peepal (Ficus religiosa) , Calotropis procera (Akada), etc.
10.9.7 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT
The implementation of the sand mining project will generate both direct and indirect employment.
Besides, it will provide a check on existing system of mining operation. Since the quarries will be
allotted on lease basis, mining operation will be legally valid and it will bring income to the state
exchequer. It will also reduce flooding of river banks, destruction of standing crops, land and
property to a great extent. With the implementation of the proposed mining project the occupational
pattern of the people in the area will change making more people engaged in industrial and business
activities. Further, the mining and industrial activities in the area may lead to rapid increase in
population and thereby urbanization. Due to urbanization of the area, employment opportunities will
further increase.
10.10 CONCLUSION
As discussed, it is safe to say that the proposed facilities are not likely to cause any significant
impact to the ecology of the area, as adequate preventive measures will be adopted to keep the
various pollutants within the permissible limits. Green belt development around the area will also be
taken up as an effective pollution mitigative technique, as well as to serve as biological indicators for
the pollutants released from the premises of “Proposed River sand Mine”.
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CHAPTER - 11:
DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS
Name of the Project: River Sand Mining at Revenue village of Tehsil: Begun,District:
Chittorgarh (Raj) Project Proponent: M/s Rajasthan Fort And Palace Pvt. Ltd.
Approvals, if any from (NABL/
Nature
of Name and address of the DGMS/ IBM/ NRBPT/ MOEF/
Consultancy
Consultant/expert
CPCB/others
etc)*,
give
reference
Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd.
Preparing REIA/
1/3 A, Yudhister Marg,C-Scheme,
ISO 9000-2008 certified.
EMP Report
Jaipur
EMS 14001:2004
Env. Coordinator
Mr. Devendra Goyal
Applied For NABET Accreditation,
FAE-LU
Dr. K.N.Joshi
S.No. 356
Mr. Devendra Goyal
Permission granted by Hon’ble
FAE-AP
Mr. Ghanshyam Das
High Court of Rajasthan, copy of
Mr. Devendra Goyal
the same is enclosed as Annexure
FAE-AQ
Mr. Ghanshyam Das
No. 5
Mr. A.K.Seth
FAE-WP
Associate FAE: R.K.Kumawat
Mr. Pramod K. Dagla
FAE-EB
Associate FAE: R.K.Kumawat
Mr. Devendra Goyal
FAE-NV
Associate FAE: R.K.Kumawat
FAE-SE
Dr.K.N.Joshi
FAE-HG
Dr. M.L.Jhanwar
FAE-Geology
Dr. K.N.Joshi
FAE-RH
Mr. Deepak Sharma
Mr. O.P.Mathur
Soil Conservation
FAE-SHW
Mr. Devendra Goyal
Environmental
M/s. Noida Testing Lab,Greater
Monitoring &
Noida
analysis
I hereby undertake that all the points raised in the TOR issued by MOE&F are complied with I also
undertake that the facts given in the Final EIA/EMP report are factually correct to the best of our
knowledge.
EIA Coordinator
Enviro Concept (I) Pvt. Ltd.
I hereby accept all the liabilities and obligations associated with the working and results of the above
organizations herein with the report.
(Signature & Name of Project
Proponent)
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Annexure No : III
List of Villages with khasra no.
Name of village
Khasra no
Area in Hectares
1. Saran
1,2,3,5,416/1,417/5,
64.87
2. Rup pura
1,2,89
3.01
3. Chavandiya
545,616,
12.642
4. Aakodiya
1,24
15.251
5. Bada Kheda
1,2
14.787
6. Luhariya
1,333,334,335,337,495,496 69.258
,497,481
7. Meghpura
5,12,403,425,818,820,823,
843,
11.826
8. Kitiyas
260,262/260
7.54
9. Chosla
12,13
21.237
10. Motipura
1
7.48
11. Torniya
284
11.47
12. Barniyas
1,327,459,460,462/327
8.384
13. Hado ka Kheda
80
2.63
14. Bhinchor
873,1145,1491
5.71
15. Devlach
237,380
13.53
16. Parsoli
76,93,338
14.5
17. Hamepur
21,380/219
2.31
Total
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
The Environmental policy and its objectives have been approved by Board of Directors on
11.12.2014 and copy of Board minutes enclosed as Annexure-10
Policy:
“To be a role model in protection of environment for sustainable development, Company is
committed to implement the best global practices in all its operations through prevention / mitigation
of pollution and bringing awareness among all the stakeholders for continual improvement in
environmental performance”
Objectives:
• To take account of environment concerns in planning and decision-making.
• Compliance of conditions imposed in Environmental Clearance, CTE, CTO and other statutory
clearances issued by regulatory agencies.

To monitor and measure environment parameters in order to assess and analyze the level and to
control them to conform or improve in accordance with environment policy and objectives.

To evolve significant environment aspects and environment management programme for
continuous improvement.
• Identification of significant impacts and preparation of environment management systems for
implementation at mines
• Optimum utilization of resources
• To take up developmental works in surrounding villages as a part of corporate social
Responsibility (CSR)
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Monitoring & Maintenance of plantation development.
• To provide appropriate training and disseminate information to enable all the employees to accept
individual responsibility for environment protection, implement best practices and work in
partnership to create a culture of continual improvement.
The Environmental Policy, objectives and guidelines will be display of the same at the conspicuous
places for bringing awareness among the employees of Sand Mining.
Authorized Signatory
Organization Structure
Environment Management Cell
Head of the Environment
Manager
(Mines & Environment)
Mine Foreman
Supervisor
Non-Compliance Reporting System
1. In case of any Violation of any environmental Norms, case will be put to the higher authority of
the company.
2. Environmental Monitoring .i.e Air, Water Noise will be conveyed to respective person/Laboratory
for taking up necessary corrective action.
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PROFORMA FOR ENVIRONMENTAL APPRAISAL OF MINING
PROJECTS
(MINING SECTOR PROJECTS)
Note 1:
All information to be given in the form of Annex/s should be properly numbered and form
part of reply to this proforma.
Note 2:
Note 3:
Note 4:
Please enter √ in appropriate box where answer is Yes / No
No abbreviation to be used - Not available or Not applicable should be clearly mentioned.
Core zone is the mining lease area.
Buffer zone in case of ML area up to 25 ha. is to be considered as 5 km all around the
periphery of the core zone and for ML area above 25 ha. an area 10 km all around the
periphery of the core zone.
Note 5 :
Adopt Scoping process in carrying out EIA study.
Note 6 :
1.
Please indicate source of data.
General Information
Name of the project
:
Proposed River Sand Mining area at revenue
villages of Begun Tehsil, District- Chittorgarh
(a)
Name of the proponent
:
M/s Rajasthn Fort and Plaace Pvt. Ltd.
Mailing Address
:
312, Ganpati Plaza, M.I. Road, Jaipur (Raj.)
E-mail
:
[email protected] ,[email protected]
Telephone
:
0141-2221674
Fax No.
:
0141-4013879
(b)
Objective of the project
:
Sand excavation from Nadi, nallahs etc.
(c)
Location of mine (s)
Village(s)
17
(d)
Tehsil
Begun
District
Chittorgarh
State
Rajasthan
Does the proposal relate to
(i)
New mine
Yes
(ii)
Expansion
Yes
No
√

Increase in ML area
Yes
No
√

Increase in annual production
Yes
No
√
Yes
No
√
(iii)
Renewal of ML
√
No
Q-1
(iv)
(e)
Yes
No
√
Site Information
(i)
(ii)
2.
Modernization
Geographical Location
25010’20” N to 2505’55” N

Latitude

Longitude
74046’57” N to 74051’ 40” E

Survey of India Topo sheet number
45 K/12, 45 K/16

Elevation above Mean Sea Level
384-368 m AMSL

Total mining lease area (in ha.)
286.43 Ha
Dominant nature of terrain

Flat
Yes

Undulated
Yes
No
√

Hilly
Yes
No
√
No
√
Land usage of the mining lease area (in ha.)
(a)
Agricultural
Nil
(b)
Forest
Nil
(c)
Waste land
Nil
(d)
Grazing
Nil
(e)
Surface water bodies
Nil
(f)
Others (Specify) River Bed Area
Total
286.43 Ha
286.43 Ha
Q-2
3.
(a)
Indicate the seismic zone in which ML area falls. In case of zone IV & V, details
of earth quakes in last 10 years.
Seismic Zone -II
Severity (Richter scale)
(b)
Impact i.e. Damage to



4.
Life
Property
Existing mine
Yes
Yes
Yes
√
No
No
No
√
√
Break-up of mining lease area (in ha.) as per approved conceptual plan:
Mining Lease Area
Purpose
Government
Area acquired
Private
Total
Forest
Others
Agri.
Others
1. Area to be excavated
Nil
95.0 Ha
Nil
Nil
2. Storage for top soil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
3. Overburden / Dumps
Nil
Nil
Nil
4. Mineral storage
Nil
Nil
Nil
5. Infrastructure
Nil
Nil
6. Roads
Nil
7. Railways
8. Green Belt
Government
Forest
95.0
Oth
ers
Area to be acquired
Private
Government
Agri.
Others
For
est
Private
Others
Agri.
Others
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
9.Tailings pond
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
10.Effluent treatment
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
--
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
95.0
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Ha
(Workshop,
Administrative Building)
plant
11.Coal handling plant /
mineral separation
plant
12. Township area
13.Other (Specify)
TOTAL
Nil
95.0 Ha
Ha
5.
Township (outside mining lease) -
Not Applicable
(a)
Total area (in ha)
Not Applicable
(b)
No. of dwelling units
Not Applicable
(c)
Distance from mine site
Not Applicable
6.
Distance of water bodies (in km)
Distance
River Bank *
Nil
Nil
Other Water bodies *
Q-12
Nil
from
Mining lease boundary
Sea / creek / lake / nalla etc.
(specify)
Lease area is itself river bed
6-7 Small water body present in
Study Area.
Ancillary facilities
--
--
[* From highest flood line / high tide line]
7.
For projects falling within the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)
Whether the mineral to be mined is of rare
nature and not available outside CRZ?
Yes
No
√
if yes, annex a scaled location map showing low tide line (LTL), high tide line (HTL) duly demarcated by one of the authorized
agencies* [ *Director, Space Application Centre, Ahmedabad: Centre for Earth Sciences Studies, Thiruvananthapuram: Institute
of Remote Sensing, Anna University, Chennai: Institute of Wetland Management & Ecological Designs, KolKata: Naval
Hydrographers’s Office, Dehradun: National Institute of Oceanography, Panjim, Goa: and
National Institute of Ocean
Technology, Chennai], boundary of mining lease area, distance of ML area from LTL and HTL CRZ boundary and CRZ
classification of the project area as per the approved Coastal Zone Management Plan, and settlements, sand dunes, mangroves,
forest land/patches, turtles breeding and nesting sites etc., if any, in the project area.
8.
Indicate aerial distance from the periphery of core zone / area from the
periphery of the buffer zone to the boundary of following (up to 10 km):
S.
No.
1.
2.
Areas
National Park / Sanctuary
Biosphere Reserve / Tiger Reserve /
Elephant Reserve / any other Reserve
Forest (RF / PF / unclassified)
Name
Aerial distance (in km.) from
Core Zone Buffer Zone
Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary
Nil
Reserve Forest
There are some RF and PF in study area
which are as below:
Protected Forest
Untkhora R. F. (1.5 Km towards North-East)
Devlachh PF
3.
(1.9 Km towards North-East)
Jaleshwar Reserved Forest (9.5 Km towards NorthSouth)
Mahudi Mahadev RF (4.5 Km towards East)
Reserve Forest (1.7 Km towards North-West)
Singoli RF (4.9 Km towards North-East)
Reserve Forest (2.7 km towards East)
4.
5.
6.
Habitat for migratory birds
Nil
Corridor for animals of schedule I & II of Nil
the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Archaeological sites
Nil
* Notified
* Others
Q-13
7.
Defense Installation
Nil
8.
Industries / Thermal Power Plants
Nil
9.
Other Mines
Nil
10. Airport
Nil
11. Railway Lines
Nil
12. National / State Highways
NH-76
[* Buffer zone in case of ML area up to 25 ha. is to be considered as 5 km all around the
periphery of the core zone and for ML area above 25 ha. an area 10 km all around the
periphery of the core zone].
9.
Description of flora & fauna separately in the core and buffer zones.*
[* Consult the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 as amended subsequently and list species with
(1) Common name (2) Scientific name and (3) under which schedule of the Wildlife
(Protection) Act the identified species fall. Get the list authenticated by an Expert in the field
/ credible scientific institute / University / Chief Wildlife Warden Office. Information to be
based on field survey.]
A.
1.
Core Zone
Flora
Agricultural crops
2.
Commercial crops
3.
Plantation
4.
Natural vegetation
forest type
14
41
0
Nil
Nil
Nil
1
Nil
Nil
Nil
None
None
/ Babool, Neem,
Dhok,Imli,Gulmohar
5.
Grass lands
6.
Endangered species
7.
Endemic species
8.
Others (Specify)
B. Fauna
1. Total listing of faunal
elements
2.
Endangered species
3.
Endemic species
4.
Migratory species
5. Details of aquatic fauna, if
applicable
10.
None
None
None
None
Buffer Zone
Kharif Crops-Maize, Pulses,Sesame,
Soyabean
Fennel, & Cluster Beans,Cotton,etc.
Rabi Crops-Wheat,
Mustard,Rai, Taramira, & Cumin etc.
Mustered, Onion, Cotton & Garlic etc
None
Dhok ,Neem,Dhak,Kassod,Amaltash
Shesham,Lasoda,Gulmohar,Bargad,Pipal
Kankera,Shahtoot,Khajoor,Ashok,Karanj
None
None
None
None
None
Details of mineral reserves (as per approved Mining Plan)
Quantity (in million tonnes)
(a)
Proved
12030060 Tonnes
(b)
Indicated
---
(c)
Inferred
----
(d)
Mineable reserves
7798560 Tonnes
Q-14
11.
12.
Major geological formation / disturbances in the mining lease area
(a)
Geological maps submitted
Yes
√
No
(b)
Geological sections submitted
Yes
√
No
(c)
Contour map submitted
Yes
√
No
(d)
Whether the presence, if any, noted of
(i)
Faults
Yes
No
√
(ii)
Dykes
Yes
No
√
(iii)
Shear Zone
Yes
No
√
(iv)
Folds
Yes
No
√
(v)
Other weak zones
Yes
No
√
(e)
Source of data (Indicate)
Production of mineral(s) and life of mine
Geological Survey of India, Approved Mining
Plan
1.68LTPA
(a)
Rated capacity of mine mineral wise (Tonnes / annum)
(b)
Life of mine at proposed capacity (Years)
Forever
(c)
Lease period (Years)
5 Years
(d)
Date of expiry of lease (D /M /Y)
LOI Granted, Lease is yet to be granted
(e)
Indicate in case of existing mines
Not Applicable
(i)
(ii)
Date of opening of mine
Not Applicable
st
Production in the last 5 years
1 year
5th year
from year……… to year ………
Nil
Nil
in million tonnes.
(iii)
6th to 10th year
Projected production for the next
5 years from year 2013 to year
Not Applicable
2018 in million tonnes.
(iv)
Whether mining was suspended after
Yes
No √
opening of the mine?
If yes, details thereof including last production
figure and reason for the same.
(f)
Whether plans & sections provided?
Yes
√
No
Q-15
13.
Type and method of mining operations
TYPE
Opencast
Underground
Both
14.
15.
METHOD
Manual
√
--
--
Semi-mechanised
--
√
Mechanised
--
Details of ancillary operations for mineral processing
(a)
Existing
None
(b)
Additional
None
Mine details
(a)
Opencast mine
(i)
Stripping ratio (mineral in tonnes to over burden in m3)
(ii)
Ultimate working depth (in m bgl)
(iii)
Indicate present working depth in case of
Nil
3.0 mt.
Not Applicable
existing mine (in m bgl)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
Thickness of top soil (in m.)

Minimum
Nil

Maximum
Nil

Average
Nil
Thickness of overburden (in m.)

Minimum
Nil

Maximum
Nil

Average
Nil
Mining Plan

Height and width of the bench in
Nil
Overburden / waste.

Height & width of the bench in ore body /
Nil
coal seam.

Proposed inclination / slope of the sides of the
opencast mine (separately for overburden, coal /
Nil
ore and overall slope of the pit sides) both while
Q-16
operating the mine as well as at the time of
closure of the mine.

Whether transverse sections across the
Yes
No
√
opencast mine at the end of fifth year
and at the end of the life of the mine
have been submitted?
(vii)
(b)
Type of blasting, if any, to be adopted.
Underground mine(i)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Seam / Ore body Min.Depth (m) Max. Depth (m) Avg. thickness (m)
Not Applicable
Rate of dip in degree
(ii)
Direction of dip
Mode of entry into the mine : Not Applicable
(iii)

Shaft

Adit

Incline
Details of machinery : Not Applicable
On surface
At Face
For transportation
Others
(iv)
(v)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Method of stopping (metalliferrous mines)

Open
Not Applicable

Filled
Not Applicable

Shrinkage
Not Applicable

Caving

Combination of above

Others (Specify)
Extraction method
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Q-17
(vi)

Caving

Stowing
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
 Partial extraction
Subsidence

Predicted max. subsidence (in m)
Not Applicable

Max. value of tensile strain (in mm/m)
Not Applicable

Max. slope change (in mm/m)
Not Applicable

Whether identified possible subsidence
area(s) superimposed on Surface
Yes
No
√
Plan has been submitted?

Major impacts on surface features
Yes
No
√
like natural drainage pattern, houses,
buildings, water bodies, roads, forest,
etc.

Salient features of subsidence
Yes
No
√
management (monitoring and control).
16.
Surface drainage pattern at mine site
(a)
Whether the pre-mining surface drainage plan
Yes
√
No
submitted?
(b)
17.
(a)
Do you propose any modification / diversion
Yes
in the existing natural drainage pattern at any
stage? If yes, when. Provide location map
indicating contours, dimensions of water body to be
diverted, direction of flow of water and proposed
route / changes, if any i.e. realignment of river / nallah /
any other water body falling within core zone and its impact.
Embankment and / or weir construction
Do you propose, at any stage, construction of-
No
√
(i)
Embankment for protection against flood?
Yes
No
√
(ii)
Weir for water storage for the mine?
Yes
No
(b)
If so, provide details thereof.
(a)
Impact of embankment on HFL and settlement around : Not applicable
√
Q-18
Not Applicable
(c) Impact of embankment on HFL and settlement around.
(d) Impact of weir on downstream users of water.
Not Applicable
18.
Vehicular traffic density (outside the ML area)
Type of vehicles
No. of vehicles per day
(a)
Existing
Truck,Tractor, etc
342
(b)
After the proposed activity
Truck,Tractor, etc
Approx. 370
(c)
Whether the existing road
Yes
No
√
network is adequate?
If no, provide details of alternative
proposal?
19.
Loading, transportation and unloading of mineral and waste rocks on surface:
(a)
Manual
Yes
√
No
(b)
Tubs, mine cars, etc.
Yes
---
No
--
(c)
Scraper, shovels, dumpers / trucks.
Yes
√
No
--
(d)
Conveyors (belt, chain, etc.)
Yes
--
No
--
(e)
Others (specify).
20.
Mineral(s) transportation outside the ML area
Qty. (in TPD)
(a)
Road
600
(b)
Rail
--
(c)
Conveyors
--
(d)
Rope way
(e)
Water ways
---
(f)
Pipeline
--
(g)
Others (Specify)
Total
21.
(a)
Percentage (%) Length (in km)
100%
-600
100
Baseline Meteorological and Air Quality data
Micro-meteorological data
Q-19
[Continuous monitoring through autographic instrument for one full season other than
monsoon]
(i)
Wind rose pattern for one full season (16 points of compass i.e. N, NNE, NE, --) based on 24-hourly data. For coastal area also furnish day-time and night
time data.
 Day time
 Night time
 24 – hours period
(ii)
Site specific monitored data
Month
Wind Speed (kmph)
Mea
n
Ma
x.
% of
calm
Oct.2013
6.6
14
34.53
Nov.2013
6.1
12
Dec.2013
5.5
9
Temperature (oC)
Mean
(Dry
Bulb)
Relative Humidity
(%)
Rain Fall * (mm)
Cloud
Cover**
(Octas of
sky)
Ma
x.
Min
.
Mea Ma
n
x.
Min
.
Tot
al
24hours
Highest
No. of
rainy
days
Mean
24.5
34.6.
15.8
43
68
19
0.0
0.0
0.0
7
31.72
20.3
30.6
10.1
56
82
24
0.0
0.0
0.0
4
29.45
18.2
29.9
7.6
58
85
19
0.0
0.0
0.0
3
*
24-hour’s rainfall should be reported from 08:30 hrs IST of previous day to 08:30 hrs
IST of the day.
*
Rainy day is considered when 24 hrs rainfalls is  2.5 mm.
** Visual observations of cloud cover should be recorded four times a day at regular
intervals.
(iii) Indicate name and distance of the nearest IMD meteorological: Nearest IMD
Station Dabok (Udaipur approx 106 Km) station from which climatological
data have been obtained for reporting in the EIA report, if any.
(b)
Ambient air quality data* (RPM, SPM, SO2, and NOx)
[*Monitoring should be carried out covering one full season except monsoon – same
season as in 21 (a) (i)]
PM10
Name of monitoring equipment used
SO2
RDS
CO
Gas sampler
5 to 1000 µg/m3
Equipment sensitivity
Nox
By Electro
Chemical Sensor
6.0 to 100 µg/m3
1-100
3
mg/m
3
Permissible AAQ standard (CPCB) 100 µg/m
80 µg/m
80 µg/m
2.0 mg/m3
R 100 µg/m3
I 100 µg/m3
S
80 µg/m3
80 µg/m3
2.0 mg/m3
80 µg/m3
80 µg/m3
2.0 mg/m3
Monitoring No. of
Location Samples
Drawn
Category
*
(R, I, S)
Min.
3
Max.
95%
tile
Min
.
Max
.
95%
tile
Min.
3
Max.
95
%
tile
Min.
Q-20
M
ax.
95%
tile
64.97
Core zone
(Not in
River Bed)
CA1
CA2
24
R
62.46
68.39
24
R
66.97
74.76
71.02
12.12
8.02
12.76
8.12
14.01
13.30
22.7
4
18.01
23.94
19.0
24.25
23.0
0.48
0.38
0.5
1
0.38
0.4
8
3
64.86
Buffer zone
BA1
24
R
BA2
24
BA3
24
62.0
68.23
R
68.11
77.74
R
60.59
70.48
11.40
8.07
12.01
73.85
8.55
12.01
66.95
8.24
12.02
21.8
5
0.45
0.49
18.01
23.01
0.38
11.40
18.02
23.25
22.0
8
0.38
11.41
18.25
23.01
21.8
5
0.38
0.5
2
0.5
2
0.5
2
0.49
0.49
[*Frequency of sampling: Sampling to be done twice a week for the entire season 24 hourly
for SPM & RPM. For gaseous pollutants 24- hourly data be given irrespective of the
sampling period. ]
(i) Season and period for which monitoring has been carried out.
(ii) No. of samples collected at each monitoring station
*R = Residential; I = Industrial; S = Sensitive
# Annex a location map indicating location of AAQ stations, their direction and distance with
respect to project site.
(Location Map is attached as annex No.-13)
22.
Sl
.
N
o.
23.
Stack and emission details, if any*-Not Applicable
Process /
unit of
operation
(e.g. DG
Set,
Boiler)
Heigh
t of
stack
(m)
Inter
nal
top
dia.
(m)
Flue
gas
exit
veloci
ty
(m/se
c)
Emission rate
(kg/hr)
SP S
N C
M O2 Ox O
Heat
emissio
n rate
from
top of
stack
(K.cal/h
r)
Exhaust / Flue gas
Te
mp
O
C
Dens
ity
Speci Volumetric
fic
flow rate
Heat
(m3/hr.)
Details of fugitive emissions during mining operations* - NOT APPLICABLE
Dust will be generated during Loading and transportation. Details regarding dust
emission have been incorporated in R EIA/EMP Report, Chapter 9, and section 9.1.
Q-21
24.
Air Quality Impact Prediction (AQIP)*
(a)
Details of model(s) used for AQIP including grid size, terrain features, and input
meteorological data-AERMOD 8.2 View Model
(b)
Maximum incremental GLC values of pollutants based on prediction exercise
(in μg/m3)
NO2
SO2
PM10
max. Prescribed
Standards in Day
Time in μg/m3
NO2
SO2
PM10
NO2
SO2
PM10
NO2
SO2
Predicted
Max. Base line Cumulative
incremental
conc.(μg/m3 )
conc. μg/m3
Max.
conc.
3
μg/m
PM10
Sampling
Location
14.14 25.63
Singhpura 1.08 1.38 1.69 68.39 12.76 23.94 69.487
100 80
80
0.95
1.11
1.42 74.76
14.01 24.25 75.71
15.12 25.67
Rupapura
0.84
0.97
1.15 68.23
12.01 23.01 69.07
12.98 24.16
Downi
0.46
0.58
0.99 77.47
12.01 23.25 77.93
12.53 24.24
Siyahaya
12.6
23.96
Raghunath 0.65 0.66 0.95 70.48 12.02 23.01 71.13
pura
* Question Number 22, 23 & 24 need not be filled-in for mines having ML area of 25 ha. or
less.]
[**Information on item no. 2 & 3 to be provided in cases with captive power generation of
500 KVA and above]
Q-22
25.
Water requirement (m3/day)
Purpose
A.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Mine site
Mine operation
Land reclamation
Green Belt & Dust Suppression
Drinking
Beneficiation
Washeries
Fire Service
Others (specify)
B.
1.
2.
3.
Township
Green Belt
Domestic
Other (specify)
Avg. Demand
Peak Demand
----2 KLD
2KLD
--------No township
proposed
------
----2 KLD
2 KLD
--------- No township
proposed
----
4 KLD
4 KLD
Total
26.
Source of water supply*
S. No.
m3/day
Source
1
River (name)
None
2
Ground water
None
3
Mine water (sump / pit)
None
4
Other surface water bodies (specify)
None
5
Tanker Water Supply
4 KLD
[*Annex a copy of sanction letter / permission from the concerned authority (Central
Ground Water Authority in case of ground water abstraction is from notified area /
State Ground Water Board in case of non-notified area / State Irrigation Department
for surface water pumping) for drawing water.]
27.
Lean season flow in case of pumping from river / nalla (cumecs)
28.
Ground water potential of the study area
Not Applicable
28.1. Ground water availability
(a)
Range of water table (m bgl)
(i)
Pre-monsoon (April/May)

Core Zone

Buffer zone
12.10 m bgl
18.96 m bgl
Q-15
(ii)
(b)
(c)
Post-monsoon (November)

Core Zone

Buffer zone
7.45 m bgl
10.72 m bgl
3
Total annual replenishable recharge (million m / year)

By ground water table fluctuation method
None

By rainfall infiltration factor method
None
5563
Annual draft excluding estimated draft through
mine discharge (million m3/ year)
(d)
Estimated draft through mine discharge (million m3/ year)
(e)
Net annual ground water availability (million m3/ year)
(f)
Stage of ground water development in %
3741
148.70
28.2. Water demand - Competing users of the water sourceS.
No.
1
2
3
4
5
Usage
Present Consumption
(m3/day)
Domestic
Irrigation
Industry
Mining
Others
(specify)
None
Not Applicable
Additional proposed
as per local plan
(m3/day)
Total
(m3/day)
Surface
-----------
Ground
-----------
Surface
---------
Ground
2
------2
Surface
---------
Ground
2
------2
---
---
---
4
---
4
(Plantation &
Dust
Suppression)
Total
29.
Water quality*
Physico -chemical analysis report of water is given in Chapter:4, at 4.3.4, Table
No 4.9
(a)
Annex physico -chemical analysis of water at intake point **
(b)
In case of existing mine, annex report on quality of water discharge i.e. complete
physico - chemical analysis**
[*For non-discharging mines at least four ground water samples to be taken preferably
from downstream direction of the mine in pre-monsoon and post-monsoon periods
and analysed. For discharging mines six samples are to be analysed]
**All parameters as per BIS 10500. Indicate name of Methodology, Equipment used
for analysis, and Detection Level (DL) for each parameter.
Q-16
30.
*** Wherever any analytical parameter is below detection level, “BDL” (Below
Detection Level) should be written instead of ‘NIL’.
Impact on ground water regime / stream / lake / springs due to mine dewatering*
Not applicable
(a)
Radius of influence (in m)
[To be estimated based on analysis of pumping
test data and application of empirical formula]
(b)
Whether saline water ingress will take place?
Yes
No
(Applicable to coastal areas)
(c)
Impact on stream / lake / springs
[* Provide a comprehensive hydro-geological assessment report if the average
mine dewatering is more than 100 m3/day and or going below water table in nonmonsoon period. The report should be based on preferably latest one year premonsoon and post-monsoon baseline data covering information on ground water
situation, aquifer characteristics, water level conditions (April – May and November),
estimate of ground water resources, predicted impact of the project on ground water
regime and detailed remedial / conservation measures such as artificial recharge of
ground water etc. The report should be based on actual field inventory out of existing
wells, at least 30 observation wells in the buffer zone with supplementary information
from secondary sources (mention name). For estimation** of ground water resource
(refer question no. 28 above) be designated study area of the buffer zone may be subdivided into command and non-command areas, watershed-wise (in case of hard rock
/ consolidated formations) / block-wise / mandal-wise in case of alluvial /
unconsolidated formations)]
[**For estimating ground water resources in the area follow the Ground Water
Estimation Committee recommendations of 1997]
31.
Waste Water Management- Not Applicable
Mine
(a)
Daily average discharge (m3/day) from different sources
(i)
Mine water discharge during
Nil

Lean period
---

Monsoon period
---
(ii)
Workshop
(iii)
Domestic (mine site)
(iv)
Beneficiation / Washeries
---
(v)
Coal Handling Plant
---
(vi)
Tailings pond
---
(vii)
Others (Specify)
--1.6 KLD
---
Q-17
1.6 KLD
Total
(b)
Waste water treatment plant; flow
sheet for treatment process attached.
(c)
Yes
No
√
Quantity of water recycled / reused /
to be recycled in
(d)
(i)
Percentage
(ii)
m3 /day
Point of final discharge
Quantity discharged (in m3/day)
Final Point
1.
Surface
(i) Agricultural land
(ii) Waste land
(iii) Forest land
(iv) Green belt
Not Applicable
2. River / nallah
Not Applicable
3. Lake
Not Applicable
4. Sea
Not Applicable
5. Others (specify)
Not Applicable
Total
(e)
(f)
Not Applicable
Users of discharge water
(i)
Human
Yes
No
√
(ii)
Livestock
Yes
No
√
(iii)
Irrigation
Yes
No
√
(iv)
Industry
Yes
No
√
(v)
Others (specify)
None
Details of the river / nalla, if final effluent is / will be discharged (cumecs)
(i)
Average flow rate
None
(ii)
Lean season flow rate
None
(iii)
Aquatic life
(iv)
Analysis of river water 100 meters
upstream and 100 meters downstream
of discharge point submitted.
Yes
No
√
Q-18
Township
(a)
Waste water generation from
township (m3/day)
(b)
Are you planning to provide sewage
treatment plant?
Usage of treated water
(c)
32.
No Township proposed
Yes
No
√
Attach water balance statement in the form of a flow diagram indicating source
(s), consumption (Section-wise) and output.
Water Balance
Water Requirement: 4 KLD
Source – Water Tanker
Plantation & Dust Suppression
2 KLD
For Domestic Use
2 KLD
Discharge in
Septic Tank / Soak pit
33.
Per collates to Sub –Surface discharged
Ambient noise level leq dB(A)
Location of sampling station
Noise level
Day Time
Core Zone (Not in River Bed)
CN1
CN2
B. Buffer Zone
BN1
BN2
BN3
42.5
42.9
34.
Solid Waste-
(a)
Top soil and Solid waste quantity and quality
Name
(Lump/fines/slurry/
Sludge/others)
Night Time
53.5
32.4
31.5
42.8
62.1
54.3
51.5
44.1
Nil
Composition
Quantity
(m3/month)
Method of disposal
Q-19
Mining activity*
Nil
Nil
Nil
a. Top Soil
b. Over burden
c. Others (specify)
Effluent Treatment
Nil
Nil
Plant (sludge)
Total
Nil
Nil
[* Annex layout plan indicating the dump sites.]
(b)
(i)
Does waste (s) contain any
hazardous/toxic substance/
radioactive materials or
heavy metals?
Nil
Nil
Yes
No
√
activi
ty*
b.
√
Yes a.
No Over
activi
Top
burd
ty*
Soil
activi
en
a.
ty*
b.
c.
Top
a.
Over
Othe
Soil
Top
burd
rs
Soil
en
b.
(spec
Over
b.
c.
ify)
burd
Over
Othe
en
burd
rs
Yes c.
No en√
(spec
activi
ify)
Othe
c.
ty*
rs
activi
Othe
Not applicable
(spec
a.
ty*
rs
a. Top Soil
ify)
Top
(spec
(ina.
million m3)
b. Over burden
Soil
Top
To be generated
% of A & Bify)
to be backfilled
c. Others (specify)
Soil
b.
(B)
A
B
Over
b.
burd
Over
Not Applicable
Not
Not Applicable
en
Applicable burd
en
c.
Not Applicable
Not
Not Applicable
Othe
Applicable c.
rs
Othe
(spec
rs
ify)
(spec
ify)
[
[
(ii)
If yes, whether details and
precautionary measures
provided?
[
[
[
[
(c)
Recovery and recycling possibilities.
[
(d)
Possible user(s) of the solid waste.
(e)
(i)
(ii)
Is the solid waste suitable for
backfilling?
If yes, when do you propose
to start backfilling.
[
[
[
[
[
[
[
[
Solid waste (s)
Over burden
Already
accumulated
(A)
Not Applicable
[
[
[
[
Others (specify)
Not Applicable
Land reclamation Plan Not Applicable
(f)
[
In case waste is to be dumped on the ground, indicate
(i)
Associated environmental problems
(ii)
Number & type of waste dumps

No. of external dumps
Not applicable

Max. projected height of dumps (in m)
Not Applicable
Q-20
(iii)

No. of terraces and height of each stage

Overall slope of the dump (degree)

Proposed reclamation measures
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Section of the waste dump in relation
to the adjacent ground profile attached.
Yes
√
No
35.
Fuel / Energy requirements*Not Applicable
[*To be furnished for mines having ML area more than 25 ha. or captive power generation
of 500KVA and above]
(a)
Total power requirement
Mine Site
S. No.
1
2
: Not Applicable
(in MW)
Township
Others (specify)
Total
Present
Proposed /
additional
Total
(b)
Source of power: Not Applicable (in MW)
SEB/Grid*
S. No.
(c)
DG Sets
1
Present
2
Propose
Total
[* Annex a copy of the sanction letter from the concerned authority]
Details of fuels
S.No.
Fuel
1
2
3
36.
Captive power plant
Daily Consumption
(TPD)
Existing Proposed
0.98
0.25
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Calorific
value
(Kcals/kg)
9840
Nil
Nil
% Ash
HSD
0.01
LSHS
Nil
Other
Nil
(specify)
Storage of inflammable / explosive materials- Not Applicable
% Sulphur
1.0
Nil
Nil
No inflammable / explosive materials will be used in mining operations as this is a
riverbed mining project.
S. No.
Name
Number of
Consumption
Maximum Quantity
Storages
(in TPD)
at any point of time
1
Fuels
2
Explosives
Q-21
37.
Human SettlementCore Zone
Buffer Zone
Population
Nil
50474
No. of villages
Nil
79
Number of households village-wise
Nil
List Given Below:
[* As per 2001 census record or actual survey]
Buffer Area
S.No. Name of Village
Total
Household
1
Saran
182
2
Bara Khera
132
3
Motipura
215
4
Chosla
147
5
Kitiyas
109
6
Chawandiya
120
7
Akodiya
121
8
Luhariya
154
9
Rooppura
35
10
Hamepur
133
11
Barniyas
140
12
Haron Ka Khera
57
13
Parsoli
829
14
Torniya
100
15
Deolachh
155
16
Bichhor
727
17
Motliyas
172
18
Moon Ka Khera
76
19
Chandanpura
24
20
Kartiyas
140
21
Amarpura
115
22
Bandanwara
151
23
Rughnathpura
159
24
Phalodi
171
25
Jawalion Ka Khera
97
26
Rajyas
117
27
Leerdi Khera
46
28
Surajniyas
124
29
Sadas
632
30
Bhanpi
127
31
Mandpiya
290
32
Kherli
34
33
Phaganiya
122
34
Dhunwaliya
163
Q-22
35
Dhantol
87
36
Dholi
113
37
Kara Kara
65
38
Chhota Khera
46
39
Malikhera
85
40
Sagji Ka Khera
32
41
Kanwarpura
89
42
Chomu
76
43
Muriliya
65
44
Leerdi
145
45
Akoriya
136
46
Rughnathpura
77
47
Dugar
466
48
Daulatpur
70
49
Makhanpura
87
50
Sangrampura
61
51
Harpura
66
52
Nathawaton Ka Khera
4
53
Rajgarh
401
54
Ratanpura
63
55
Itawa
199
56
Sahara
177
57
Haripura
87
58
Raipuriya
18
59
Jodhpuriya
209
60
Takhatpura
73
61
Sultanpura
76
62
Chanpuriya
39
63
Dekri Khera
223
64
Gopalpura
220
65
Kundaliya
19
66
Patkhurd
55
67
Nahargarh
136
68
Amarpura
80
69
Fatehpura
58
70
Kerpura
229
71
Laxmipura
100
72
Pohpura
58
73
Kishangarh
1
74
Makhangunj
59
75
Shambhoopura
90
76
Mandawari
420
77
Chatra Ka Khera
38
Total
11014
Q-23
38.
Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R) Plan*- Not Applicable
[*Provide a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, if more than 1000 people are likely to
be displaced, other-wise a summary plan]
(a)
Villages falling within the study area
Villages
Core zone
(b)
Number
21
500 m from the blasting site (s)
Buffer zone
Not Applicable
110
Township site
Not Applicable
Name
(The village wise figures
have been given in socio
Economic study mentioned in
Chapter 4).
Not Applicable
Details Given in SocioEconomic Chapter:4
Not Applicable
Details of village(s) in the core zone Not Applicable
S.
Village name
Population*
No.
Tribal
Others
-------------
Average Annual Income
----
----
----
----
----
----
----
----
----
----
----
[*As per 2001 census / actual survey]
(c)
Population to be displaced and / or Land oustees- Not Applicable
Name of village(s) falling
Number of oustees
within
Land (only)
Homestead
Land and Homestead
(only)
(both)
Mining Lease
Not Applicable Not
Not Applicable
1.
Applicable
2.
Township Site
Not Applicable Not
Not Applicable
1.
Applicable
2.
(d)
Whether R&R package has been finalized? Not Applicable
If yes, salient features of R&R plan for oustees.
(i)
Site details where the people are proposed to
be resettled & facilities existing / to be created.
(ii)
Funds earmarked for compensation package.
(iii)
Agency /Authority responsible for their
resettlement.
(iv)
Time of commencement of resettlement
Q-24
of Project Affected People (PAP).
(v)
Period by which resettlement of PAP will
be over.
39.
Lease -wise plantation details
(a)
Lease area (in ha.) 335.03 Ha.
Existing mine
New mine
(i)
Area broken up
Nil
2.95
(ii)
To be broken up
Nil
95.0
(iii)
Area not to be broken-up
Nil
90.68
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
(b)
(c)
Township area (in ha.)
Area afforested and proposed (in ha.)
Peripheral
(d)
Dumps
Roads
Township
Others
(i)
Existing
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
(ii)
Proposed
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
No. and type of trees planted and proposed
(i)
Existing

: No Plantation
When plantation was started?
No. of plant species planted
Survival rate %
(ii)
Not Applicable
Not applicable
Month / Year
Number saplings (per ha.)
●
Avg. height
Not applicable
Proposed
No. of plant species to be planted
800 per Year
Number of saplings (per ha.)
As per Norms
40. Environmental health and safety
Q-25
(a)
What major health and safety hazards are anticipated?
The generation of dust is anticipated from various mining activities and other
activities related to mining. With the proposed riverbed mining operations for
collection of bajri and transportation of bajri, it is imperative that noise levels would
increase. However, the expected noise levels are not likely to have any adverse effect
from the occupational health point of view.
(b)
What provisions have been made/ proposed to be made to conform to health and
safety requirements?
Masks will be provided to workers those work in dust prone areas. Dust suppression
will be done by water sprinkling. Earplugs will be provided to workers those who are
working in near the mining machineries. Proper precautions will be taken to avoid
accidents. Regular medical checkup of the employees would be done as per provision
of Mines Act, 1952.A well equipped first aid station will be kept operated all the time
of work. Group insurance scheme will be implemented to protect the future of mine
worker and their families in case of any accident, mishappening while working in the
mine.
(c)
In case of an existing mine- Not Applicable
(i)
Comprehensive report on health status
of the workers as under the Mines Act annexed.
(ii)
Yes
No
Mineralogical composition of RPM (dust)

Free silica

Chromium* (Total as well as Hexavalent)

Lead**
[* Only for Chromite mines]
[**Only for Base Metal mines]
(d)
Information on radiation protection measures, if applicable. Not Applicable
41.
Environmental Management Plan
Salient features of environmental protection measures
S. No.
Environmental
Already practiced,
issues*
if applicable
Proposed
Q-26
1
Air pollution
Not Applicable
2
Water pollution
Not Applicable
Dust suppression will be done by water
sprinkling.
Dust masks will be provided to those who will
work in dust prone areas.
Ambient Air Quality monitoring will be carried
out on regular intervals
Waste water will not be generated during mining
operations as it involves only collection of sand.
Ground Water will not be intersected during
mining activities. Excavation will be carried out
upto a maximum depth of 3 m from surface of
bajri deposit and not less than one metre from the
water level of the River channel whichever is
earlier.No waste water will be generated from
the mining activities. Septic tanks and soak pits
will be provided for the disposal of domestic
effluents.
3.
Water conservation
Not Applicable
4.
Noise pollution
Not Applicable
5.
Solid waste / Tailings
Not Applicable
6.
Land degradation
Not Applicable
7.
Erosion & Sediment
Not Applicable
During monsoon, ground water will naturally
recharge through seepage of rain water at some
extent.
Proper maintenance of machines on regular
intervals. Ear Plugs will be provided to Mine
workers.
No waste generated during life of mine so there
is no mitigation or management measures are
proposed.
As the mining area is confined to river
channel only no other land will disturbed due to
mining.
The minerals will be mined out in a uniform way
so that the river flow/course shall not get
disturbed. Mining will proceed along the river in
the direction from downstream to upstream in
each block.
No mining will be done across the River-nalla.
No mining will be done within 7.5 m from the
either side of river banks to maintain its
protection.Mining will not be done in proximity
of any bridge, culvert,embankment or any water
works setup etc. Appropriate safety zone will be
left.
8.
Top soil
Not Applicable
No top soil will be encountered during mining activity
so no measures are proposed.
All the material is directly marketable.
Q-27
9.
Ground vibration
Not Applicable
No ground vibrations will be there as this is a riverbed
mining project.
10.
Wildlife conservation
Not Applicable
Conservation plan has been prepared for
Peafowl.
11.
Forest protection
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
12.
Others (specify)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
[* As applicable]
42.
(a)
Compliance with environmental safeguards (For existing units) - Not Applicable
Status of the compliance of conditions of

Environmental clearance issued by MoEF,
Yes
No
if any, enclosed.
Status of the compliance of ‘Consent to

Operate’ issued by SPCB, if any, enclosed.
Yes
No
(b)
(c)
Latest 'environmental statement' enclosed.
Yes
No

43. Scoping of EIA
Whether environmental impact assessment
of the project has been carried out by
Yes

No
Yes

No
following scoping process?
If yes, a copy of scoping of EIA
annexed.
44.
Mine closure
(a)
Have you planned mine closure?
Yes

No
(b)
Submitted a conceptual mine
closure plan.
Yes

No
(c)
If yes, indicate estimated amount for
implementing the same (in Rs. lakhs)
45.
Capital cost of the project (in Rs. Lakh)
(Based on latest estimate)
60 Lac
46.
Cost of environmental protection measures
13.0 Lac
S.
No.
1
2
Particulars
Frequency
Pollution
Regular
Control
Water Sprinkling
Pollution
Half Yearly
Monitoring
i.e Water, Air,
Capital cost (Rs.)
Existing Proposed
Nil
2.0 Lac
Recurring cost (Rs.)
Existing
Proposed
Nil
2.0 Per Year
Nil
Nil
--
4.10 Lac Per Yera
Q-28
3
4
5
Soil & Noise etc.
Green
Belt @ 800 Plant Nil
Development
Per Year
Budget
for Yearly
Nil
Conservation of
Schedule Ist &
IIFauna
Others (specify)
Regular
Haul
road and other
roads repair
and
maintenance
II.
Wire
fencing
at
plantation site
III. Rainwater
Harvesting
Total 13.00 Lac
I.
--
Nil
0.30 Lac Per Annum
0.70 Lac
Nil
0.10 Lac Per Annum
2.0 Lac Per Annum
Nil
--
Nil
Nil
--
Nil
0.30 Per Annum
Nil
1.0 Lac
Nil
0.5 Lac per annum
Nil
3.70 Lac
Nil
9.30 Lac
47.
Amount earmarked for socio-economic welfare measures for the nearby villages
other than R&R plans.
4.6 Lac Per Year
48.
Public Hearing
(a)
Date of Advertisement
(b)
Newspapers in which the advertisement appeared
(c)
Date of public hearing (DD/MM/YYYY)
(d)
Public Hearing Panel chaired by & members present
(e)
No. of people attended the public hearing meeting
26-08-14 & 29-09-14
Rajasthan Patrika & HT
01-10-2014
Shri Harji Lal Atal (ADM) &
RO
and number of people from the lease area.
(f)
Summary/details of public hearing in tabular form.
S.
NAME &
ISSUES RAISED IN
NO. ADDRESS OF
BRIEF
THE
PERSON
1
Madan Gurjar What will be the impact
Village
: on the plants & animals
Parasoli
due to sand mining
activities?
46
COMMENTS OF
THE PROPONENT
ACTION
&BUDGETARY
PROVISION
(IF ANY)
If any Plants and trees Cost allocated for
found in lease area,
Wire
fencing,
will not be harmed in
any way
Q-29
plantation
&
Maintenance
Measures is 0.5 Lac
per year.
2
3
4
5
Bhim
Singh What will the benefit of
Village
: the villages allocated
Bhicharoo
near the river areas? Is
there any employment in
the proposed project?
What will the benefit of
the sand mining project
to the villager residing
near the river?
Rajendra Singh What problems may
Village: Sarada arise due to sand mining
projects? Will there be
any rebate on Bajari for
villagers? Many Anicut
are made on the River,
therefore new sand
cannot arrive to these
areas.
He questioned that what
are benefits to famers by
the
money,
being
deposited to the govt. as
royalty from costumer?
No Road maintenance&
other development work
have been done by lease
holder till date.
Virendra
What will be the
Mathur, Village solution of the problem
: Sadsas
If there is any decrease
in water table due to
River Sand Mining
Project.?
Ratan
Lal He
questioned
that
Regular health check
up camp, Medical
facilities in nearby
villages. Pure drinking
water facility,
Construction
of
Toilets in Schools &
nearby
areas.
Scholarship in schools
will be developed
under
CSR
Programme.
Preference will be
given to local persons
of in employment.
A safety zone of 45.0
m radius has been
demarcated for the
Temple,
Mosque,
Bridge etc and 7.5 m
offset will also be left
against the banks. As
per
mining
rules.Rebate
on
royalty
may
be
provided on the basis
of state government
rules
&
written
consent of village
Sarpanch & Mining
Department, for any
religious place such as
Temple, Mosque etc.
Sand mining will be
restricted up to 3.0 m
below river bed. There
will not be any
adverse effect on the
ground water table as
per scientific view,
whereas quantity of
water
will
be
increased.
No Overloading of
Total
amount
allocated
for
Socioeconomic
Development is 5.00
Lac per year
No financial budget
allocated.
No financial budget
allocated.
Pollution Control
Q-30
Gurjar,
Paved and unpaved
Village:
roads will be damaged
Raghunathpura. due to overloading of
vehicles. What will be
done
for
their
maintenance?
6
Dev
Bhadat He
questioned
that
Gurjar, Village E.M.F amount 5 Rupee
: Luhariya
per tonne collected by
Government, what will
be done for the village
development.
7
Devi
Lal He
expressed
his
Gurjar, Village opinion
that
Local
Luhariya
people will get harmed
due to proposed river
sand mining, whereas
profit will be obtained
by
lease
holder.
Previously, tender were
given for
River Sand
mining, but at present
lease is sanctioned for 5
Years. Will there be
employment provided to
local
unemployed
persons? These Persons
brought
machineries
from outside. Local
persons
should
be
incorporated in it. No
road is connected to
lease area; Bajari will be
transported
through
Charnot land. There will
be loss to nearby
villagers, animals, birds
& Crops due to dust
generation
from
transportation.
Lease
has been granted for
sand mining up to 3m
depth for the period of 5
years. After
5 years
transport vehicles will
be carried out. Only
permit vehicle from
the state government
will be used for sand
transportation as per
the capacity of the
road. Bajari beyond
capacity would not be
loaded in the trucks.
Government
will
received Rs. 5 per ton
as
Environment
Management Fund in
which,
approx
1
percentage
amount
will be used for
nearby
village’s
development.
Grazing
land
or
Private
Khatedari
Land will be used for
sand
transportation
with the consent of the
local panchayat &
villagers.
Water Sprinkling on
haul Road : 0.4 Lac
per Annum
Rs. 4.60 Lac per
year under the CSR.
Total Cost allocated
for Environmental
Management
measures is 13.00
Lac.
If machineries are
available to local
persons,
preference
will be given to these
persons.
Sand mining will be
restricted up to 3.0 m
below river bed. There
will not be any
adverse effect on the
ground water table
Speed
Limit
of
vehicles
will
be
restricted to 20 km
ph in the village area.
Minimum
use
of
horns. Water spraying
will be deployed on
roads. Plantation will
be developed on both
Sides of Connecting
roads.
Q-31
reserve sand will be
ended. Then how will
sand be available to the
villagers. Water level
will be gone deeper,
what will be the
provision for the same?
Please make clarify all
of these points by lease
holder
8
Mangilal,
Village
Luhariya.
49.
Employment should be
given to
the people of nearby
villages and rebate on
bajari will be given to
villager which comes
around the 5 km radius
of the sand area.
Workers from nearby
villages will be given
preference
For
employment
in
collection and loading
of Bajri.
About 23 persons
will be employed
directly.
Workers
from nearby villages
will
be
given
preference. Indirect
employment
will
also be generated
due to the project.
Whether the following approvals* (wherever applicable) have been obtained?
(i)
Site clearance from MoEF
Yes
No

(ii)
‘Consent for Establishment’ from the
State Pollution Control Board
Yes
No

(iii)
NOC from Atomic Mineral Division
Yes
No

(iv)
Mining plan approval from IBM /
Ministry of Coal (From DMG)
Yes
In case of existing mines, mining
scheme approval from IBM
Yes
No

(vi)
Forestry clearance under FCA, 1980
Yes
No

(vii)
NOC from Chief Controller of
Explosives
Yes
No

Yes
No

In case of ML area falling in notified areas
of the Central Ground Water Authority,
Yes
NOC from them.
No
(v)
(viii) Commitment regarding availability /
pumping of water from the concerned
Authorities
(ix)

No

Q-32
[* Annex copies of approvals and number them]
(Approved Mining Plan by DMG- Annex- No.20)
50.
Was / is there any court case relating to the project or related activities? If so,
provide details present status.
No
Verification: The data and information given in this proforma are true to the best of my
knowledge and belief.
Date: 23-01-15
Place:
Signature of the applicant* with
full name & address
M/s Rajasthan Fort & Palace Pvt Ltd
[* Owner or his authorized signatory]
Given under the seal of organisation on
behalf of whom the applicant is signing
Q-33