FORM I PRE FEASIBILITY REPORT & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN PROPOSAL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE. Of Gravel Mine

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1 FORM I PRE FEASIBILITY REPORT & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN PROPOSAL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE Of Gravel Mine At Survey No:98, Village: Morampudi, Mandal: Rajamahendravaram Rural,District: East Godavari, State: Andhra Pradesh. Lessee: Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi, (Area: Ha.) Production Capacity: Production: Earth : 1,50, m 3 /Annum

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3 FORM 1 (As Per New Notification of Mo.E.F dated vide SO 3067 (E)) BASIC INFORMATION S. Item Details No 1 Name of the Project/s Lessee : Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi. 2 S. No. in the schedule 1(a) 3 Proposed capacity/ area/ length/ tonnage to be handled/ command area/ lease area/ number of wells to be drilled Production capacity : Production:1,50, m 3 /Annum Area : Ha 4 New/ expansion/ modernization New 5 Existing capacity/ Area etc Ha 6 Category of Project i.e A or B B 7 Does it attract the general condition? No If yes please specify. 8 Does it attract the specific condition? No If yes please specify. 9 Location Plot/ Survey/ Khasra No SurveyNo:98, Village Morampudi Village. Tehsil District State 10 Nearest railway station/ airport along with distance in Kms. 11 Nearest town, city, district head quarters along with distance in kms. Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal. East Godavari District Andhra Pradesh Nearest railway station:rajamahendravaram RS 7.5 km SW Nearest Airport: Madhurapudi (Rajahmundry) 6.1 km - NNW Town: Rajahmundry 7.5 km - SW. Head Quarters: Kakinada -75 km-e. 12 Village panchayaths, Zillaparishad, Village Panchayat - Morampudi km Municipal Corporation, Local body E (Complete postal addresses with telephone nos to be given) 13 Name of the applicant Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi, 14 Registered address Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi, W/o.Indra Prasad, S.No:98, Morampudi Village, Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, Pin Address for correspondence Smt.Pedikiti Sridevi, W/o Sri Indra Prasad, D.No:3-45,Jerugupadu Village, Kadiyam Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhara Pradesh,Pin

4 Name of the Applicant Designation (Owner /Partner/ CEO) Address Pincode E- mail Telephone no: Fax no Details of Alternative sites examined, if any location of these sites should be shown on a topo sheet. 17 Interlinked projects None 18 Whether separate application of Not Applicable interlinked project has been submitted? 19 If yes, date of submission Not Applicable 20 If no, reason Not Applicable 21 Whether the proposal involves approval/ clearance under: if yes, details of the same and their status to be given. (a) The Forest (Conservation)Act, 1980 (b) The Wild Life (Protection)Act, 1972 (c) The CRZ Notification, Whether there is any Government Order/ Policy relevant/ relating to the site? Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi. Owner Smt.Pedikiti Sridevi, W/o Sri Indra Prasad, D.No:3-45,Jerugupadu Village, Kadiyam Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhara Pradesh,Pin The quarry is site specific and the point of alternate site does not arise. Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No 23 Forest land involved (hectares) None 24 Whether there is any litigation None 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) Orders/ directions of the court, if any and its relevance with the proposed project.

5 (I) ACTIVITY 1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.) S.No. Information/Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate confirmation quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of 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) 1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings? information data Yes The total quarry lease area of Ha comprises of Barren Land. There will be a permanent change of land use. The quarrying activity will leave excavated area part of which will be reclaimed by plantation. 7.5 m barrier around quarry will be developed under greenbelt. No There is no building and structure which need to be demolished/ removed from the quarry lease area. There is no need of clearance of existing land, vegetation & building. 1.3 Creation of new land uses? Yes The total quarry lease area of Ha comprises of Barren Land. There will be a permanent change of land use. The quarrying activity will leave excavated area. 7.5 m barrier around quarry will be developed under greenbelt. 1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore houses, soil testing? No Quarry is visible in the lease area. hence no investigation is carried out 1.5 Construction works? Yes Common Facilities like site office, rest shelter are existing outside the quarry lease area. 1.6 Demolition works? No No demolition works are involved as no structures are existing at present in the quarry lease area. 1.7 Temporary sites used for construction works or housing of construction workers? 1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or earthworks including linear structures, cut and fill or excavations. 1.9 Underground works including mining or tunneling? No No Not Applicable Not Applicable No There will be no underground quarrying activities. The quarrying will be done by open cast semimechanized method of quarrying.

6 1.10 Reclamation works? Yes Quarried out area will be reclaimed by afforestation 1.11 Dredging? No No dredging is involved 1.12 Offshore structures? No No offshore structures as the quarry lease is in landlocked area 1.13 Production and manufacturing processes? 1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or materials? 1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid waste or liquid effluents? 1.16 Facilities for long term housing of operational workers? 1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during construction or operation? 1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne or other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc? 1.19 Closure or diversion of existing transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements? 1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or pipelines? 1.21 Impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers? Yes Yes No No No No No No No Quarry operations are carried out by semi mechanized open-cast mining method under the following steps blasting, excavation, and transport Crushing of stone is being done at the nearby crusher, which is located adjacent to the subject quarry. The excavated quarry is being transported to crusher plant. However, it may be temporarily stored near by the proposed crusher within the lease area There is no overburden in the lease area. Quarrying has been Proposed for the exploitation of Production: 1,50,501.20M 3 /Annum Local workers were hired and hence no housing is proposed. The existing road and rail facility is adequate for meeting additional traffic intensity during operational phase of the quarry. The existing road and rail facility is adequate for meeting additional traffic intensity during operational phase of quarry. Traffic expected from quarry is 6 trucks per day No closure or diversion of existing transport routes or infrastructure will take place. There will be no new or diverted transmission lines or pipelines There will be no impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes in the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers 1.22 Stream crossings? No No stream is crossing the quarry site.

7 1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water from ground or surface waters? 1.24 Changes in water bodies or the land surface affecting drainage or run-off? 1.25 Transport of personnel or materials for construction, operation or decommissioning? 1.26 Long-term dismantling or decommissioning or restoration works? 1.27 Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment? 1.28 Influx of people to an area in either temporarily or permanently? No Water requirement will be met from tanker supply. No abstraction or transfers of water from surface waters will take place during operational phase of the quarry. No As the quarry lease area is a hill rock, the drainage pattern of the lease area is towards South east. Surface run-off in quarry lease area will follow the general slope. Garland drain / check dam will be built in the downstream to channelize runoff water through settling pit at discharge end. Yes During the operational phase, the labor/personnel will arrange for their own means of transport either on foot or by bicycle etc. to reach to the quarry site. However excavated quarryral during operational phase of quarry will be transported by trucks/tractor trolleys hired on contractual basis. No There will be no long-term dismantling or decommissioning works. No Not applicable. No No temporary or permanent influx of people is envisaged. The work will be carried out during day time by deploying local labour, which will come to work in the lease area in morning and return to their home by evening 1.29 Introduction of alien species? No The local/ indigenous species will 1.30 Loss of native species or genetic diversity? No 1.31 Any other actions? No None be planted within the site area. Not envisaged. The Quarry lease area is completely non-forest area of waste land

8 2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are nonrenewable or in short supply): S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation 2.1 Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha) Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data No The Total quarry lease area is Ha which Barren Land is. No agricultural land is involved within the lease area. 2.2 Water (expected source & Yes 20 m 3 /day water will be required for competing users) unit: KLD domestic purpose, green belt development and dust suppression. Source of water will be from outside. 2.3 Minerals (MT) No No quarry will be used as it is a case 2.4 Construction material stone, aggregates, sand/soil (expected source MT) No of quarrying. Construction material is not required for this project as no construction will take place. 2.5 Forests and timber (source MT) No Forests and timber are not required for this project as proposed project is for extraction of stone (minor quarry) which will not involve use of forest or timber. 2.6 Energy including electricity and fuels (source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW) 2.7 Any other natural resources (use appropriate standard units) No No No electricity will be required as quarry operations will be carried out during daytime by opencast semimechanized method. Minimal power required for office is taken from the general electric supply of the area. Fuel will be used for transportation purpose only. None 3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substancesor 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 3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, and water supplies) Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/ rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Yes Diesel is required for excavators, tippers, trucks etc. which will be sourced from authorized petrol pumps 3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease No No source of occurrence of disease

9 or affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or water borne diseases) or effect on disease vectors is envisaged through the project. 3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by No The present project will directly/ changing living conditions? indirectly develop the area by providing employment opportunities. With the proposed development in and around the area there will be many supporting facilities / infrastructure eventually leading to the development of the area. 3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc., No The nearest house is located at 0.1 km NW from the proposed Quarry. All necessary measures will be taken to operate the quarry in compliance with air, water, noise and vibration standards from time to time. 3.5 Any other causes No None 4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month) S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/ rates, wherever possible) with source of 4.1 Spoil, overburden or quarry wastes 4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or commercial wastes) 4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous Waste management Rules) No Yes No information data There is no overburden in the lease area. Quarrying has been proposed for the production of Production:-1,50,501.20M 3 /Annum. Domestic waste (solid waste, food waste and other PVC packets) will be generated, which shall be disposed into waste bins and disposed. Proposed project of quarrying of stone does not involve production of any kind of hazardous waste. 4.4 Other industrial process wastes No No other industrial process wastes will be generated during quarry activities. 4.5 Surplus product No No surplus product will be produced. 4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge from effluent treatment 4.7 Construction or demolition wastes No Domestic sewage generated will be treated in the septic tanks followed by disposal in soak pits. No effluent will be generated from the quarry operations. No Neither any construction of permanent structure nor any demolition is contemplated.

10 4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment Yes Redundancy of machinery or equipment, if any, will be disposed through authorized recyclers/agencies. No No contaminated soil or other materials are envisaged. 4.9 Contaminated soils or other materials 4.10 Agricultural wastes No No agriculture waste will be produced. No agriculture waste will be produced Other solid wastes No Not Applicable 5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr) S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation 5.1 Emissions from combustion of fossil fuels from stationary or mobile sources Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/ rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Yes Transportation Movement of vehicles will generate dust. The transportation activities on unpaved area results in fugitive emissions. 5.2 Emissions from production processes 5.3 Emissions from materials handling including storage or transport 5.4 Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment 5.5 Dust or odours from handling of materials including construction materials, sewage and waste 5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste Yes Yes No Yes No Crushing, screening and stacking will result in fugitive dust which will be controlled by water sprinkling Dust is the main pollutant, which will be generated mainly from quarry operations i.e. Crushing, screening and stacking will result in fugitive dust which will be controlled by water sprinkling There will be fugitive emissions generated during material handling, transportation, loading and unloading etc. Regular water sprinkling on haul road will suppress the dust particles and prevent them from getting air-borne. Transportation Movement of vehicles like dumpers, trucks, tankers etc. will also generate dust. None There will be fugitive emissions generated during material handling, transportation, loading and unloading Incineration of waste is not envisaged.

11 5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris) 5.8 Emissions from any other sources No No Not involved. There will be no other source of emission except the mentioned above. 6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat: S.No. Information/Checklist Yes/ Details thereof (with approximate confirmation No quantities/ rates, wherever possible) with source of 6.1 From operation of equipment e.g. engines, ventilation plant, crushers Yes information data Generation of noise will be from operation of excavator/loader and transportation of trucks, tippers, etc. 6.2 From industrial or similar No Not anticipated processes 6.3 From construction or demolition No No Construction or demolition is involved. 6.4 From blasting or piling Yes Noise & Vibration are generated due to blasting. The noise during blasting will be for a very short duration. Controlled blasting will be done to minimize noise and vibrations. 6.5 From construction or operational traffic Yes Due to vehicular traffic and material transportation within the lease area, noise will be generated. 6.6 From lighting or cooling systems No Not envisaged 6.7 From any other sources No No other source except the mentioned above. 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 7.1 From handling, storage, use or spillage of hazardous materials 7.2 From discharge of sewage or other effluents to water or the land (expected mode and place of discharge) Yes/No No No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data The explosives will be transported to the mining pits through portable explosive van. Explosives will be handled and used by authorized persons Domestic sewage treated in septic tanks, will be discharged into soak pits. Other than that no effluent is generated.

12 7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to air into the land or into water No Air: Fugitive emission consisting of soil particles will be generated during drilling, blasting and transportation. The quarry lease area is open area and thus the pollutants get cleared-up on daily basis. Hence no negative impact will be there. Water: There will be no contamination to water as no effluent will be generated from the quarrying activity and water from the surface/ground will not be utilized for any quarrying activity. 7.4 From any other sources No None 7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources? No The quarry lease area is open area and thus the pollutants get cleared-up on daily basis. Further the fugitive dust particles will settle down or wash down with rain water. Emissions from vehicular traffic will be insignificant to cause long-term buildup 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 8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc from storage, handling, use or production of hazardous substances 8.2 From any other causes No None 8.3 Could the project be affected by No natural disasters causing environmental damage (e.g. floods, earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst etc)? No of information data As explosive is used for blasting purpose, risks of fire & explosion exist. Explosives will be stored in duly licensed magazine and transported in explosive van. Explosives will be handled and used by authorized persons Zone-III There is no history of flood, earthquake, cloud burst and landslide reported so far.

13 9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation 9.1 Lead to development of supporting facilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project which could have impact on the environment e.g.: Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/ rates, wherever possible) with source of information data Yes This project will support the existing stone supply to the local community Supporting infrastructure (roads, power supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc.) housing development extractive industries supply industries other 9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an impact on the environment 9.3 Set a precedent for later developments 9.4 Have cumulative effects due to proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects Yes Yes No The land used will be afforested to add to the improvement in environment Benefit of greenery development would set precedence for subsequent entrepreneurs who venture such projects. The project will have positive effects due to better infrastructure and direct employment of local persons and generation of indirect employment due to the project.

14 (II) ENVIRONMENTAL SENSITIVITY S.No. Areas Name/ Identity 1 Areas protected under international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value 2 Areas which are important or sensitive for ecological reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests No Divancheruvu West RF Divancheruvu East RF Aerial distance (within 15 km.) in KmProposed project location boundary None 1.8 km N 5.6 km-ne 3 Areas used by protected, important or None - sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration 4 Inland, coastal, marine or underground Godavari River 6.3 km - WSW waters 5 State, National boundaries Andhra Pradesh km - NNW Odisha 6 Routes or facilities used by the public none - for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas 7 Defense installations None - 8 Densely populated or built-up area Rajahmundry 3.0 km - W 9 Areas occupied by sensitive man-made land uses (hospitals, schools, places of worship, community facilities) 10 Areas containing important, high quality or scarce resources (ground water resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, quarryrals) 11 Areas already subjected to pollution or environmental damage (those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded) 12 Areas susceptible to natural hazard which could cause the project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions) None Divancheruvu West RF None - None km N

15 I hereby give under taking that the data and information given in the application and enclosures are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part of the data and information submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the project will be rejected and clearance give, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk and cost. Date: , Place: Rajahmundry. Signature of the Applicant (Project proponent/ Authorized signatory) Name Designation Address Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi. Owner Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi, W/o.Indra Prasad, S.No:98, Morampudi Village, Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, Pin

16 PRE FEASIBILITY REPORT Of Gravel Mine (Minor Mineral) Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi. (Area: Ha. Category of Land: Barren. land) At Survey Nos:98, Village: Morampudi, Mandal: Rajamahendravam Rural Mandal, District: East Godavari, State: Andhra Pradesh. Production Capacity: Production: 1,50, m 3 /Annum

17 PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT CONTENTS 1.0 Executive Summary 2.0 Introduction Of The Project/Background Information 3.0 Project Description 4.0 Site Analysis 5.0 Planning Brief 6.0 Infrastructure 7.0 Rehabilitation And Resettlement (R & R) Plan 8.0 Project Schedule & Cost Estimates 9.0 Analysis Of Proposal (Final Recommendations)

18 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Brief of the Project S. No. Particulars Details A. Location Details 1. Village Morampudi. 2. Tehsil Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal. 3. District East Godavari 4. State Andhra Pradesh 5. Lease Area Coordinates N E N E N E N E N E N E N E N E N E, N E N E N E N E N E, N E N E 6. Toposheet No 65/H/13 B. Lease Area Details 7. Lease area Ha. 8. Type of land Barren. land C. Cost Details 9. Total Project Cost Total cost of the Project is: Rs 20 Lakhs/- 10. Cost for Environmental Capital cost Rs. 3.0Lacs/- Protection Measures D. Requirements of The Project 11. Water Requirement 30m 3 /day which will be required for (spraying, plantation and drinking) sourced through tanker supply. 12. Power Requirement Electric power is not required as quarry will be operated in day hours only. The machinery will be diesel operated. 13. Man Power Requirement 11 Direct Employment

19 2.0 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT/BACKGROUND INFORMATION (I) IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT AND PROJECT PROPONENT Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi Survey No:-98, Village: Morampudi, Mandal: Rajamahendravaram Rural, District: East Godavari, State: Andhra Pradesh. The Quarry Lease Letter is enclosed as Annexures-).. II) BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE NATURE OF PROJECT Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi Survey Nos:-98, Village: Morampudi, Mandal: Rajamahendravaram Rural, District: East Godavari, State: Andhra Pradesh. III) NEED FOR THE PROJECT & ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY AND OR REGION The major need of building stone is due to its high compressive strength and durability (among the hardest, dimensional & structural stones) it can effectively withstand the vagaries of nature. Fine-grained granite is employed for ornamental and monumental work The mining and associated activities in the quarry bearing areas bring about gains in gross domestic product, i.e. there is though a minor contribution by the project but will add to the gains in G.D.P. (Gross Domestic Product). A total of 25 people are employed in this quarry. Applicant will pay royalty for the quarry produced from the quarry, direct and indirect taxes will be paid thereby contributing to the regional revenue. The public revenue will further be put for infrastructural development and other sectors like health, education and social welfare. (IV) DEMAND SUPPLY GAP The rock produced from the quarry is sent to the Crusher unit existing within the mining lease area. The aggregate produced is sold to the contractors and to the consumers which is finally consumed locally for road (State Highway & National Highway) & building construction works. Fine Material is also sold to the hollow block / solid block manufactures. V) IMPORTS VS. INDIGENOUS PRODUCTION As the quarry is sufficiently found indigenously, therefore its import is not required.

20 VI) EXPORT POSSIBILITY Since the produced quarry will be sufficiently absorbed in the local market it will not be exported. VII) DOMESTIC/EXPORT MARKETS Quarry have only domestic market and there is no possibility of export. (VIII) EMPLOYMENT GENERATION (DIRECT AND INDIRECT) DUE TO THE PROJECT The production from this mining project in the area is about 1,60,240 cu.m/annum. Direct Employment to 25 persons will be required to meet the said production capacity and many persons will get indirect employment in transportation. Due to movement of the men and transport vehicles, the satellite occupation in the form of small hotels, shops etc. will boost economic activity in the area and many persons will get indirect employment in and around the area. 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION i) Type of Project Including Interlinked And Independent Projects, If Any: This is a semi mechanized open cast stone quarry project. Quarry will be used in the construction works. Building construction and other infrastructural facilities are the areas, where the material will be consumed No project is interlinked with the subject proposal ii) Location (map showing general location, specific location, and project boundary & project site layout) with coordinates-

KEY MAP iii) Details of Alternate Sites Considered and the basis of selecting the proposed site, particularly the environmental considerations gone into should be highlighted.

21 KEY MAP iii) Details of Alternate Sites Considered and the basis of selecting the proposed site, particularly the environmental considerations gone into should be highlighted. This is a site specific mining project. Examination of alternative site is not required due to the fact that the mining lease already exists. iv) Size or Magnitude of Operation Quarry area is about Ha.. The rate of production is Production: 1,50, M 3 /Annum v) Project Description with Process Detail (a schematic diagram/ flow chart showing the project layout, components of the project etc. should be given) Open Cast Semi-Mechanized Mining which includes

22 blasting, excavation, and transport CRUSHING - PROCESS DESCRIPTION The quarry consisting of stones of various sizes from fines to large boulders are unloaded into hopper. The material is fed to the primary crusher via chute. After crushing the material is conveyed to the vibratory screen for screening. The oversize from screen goes to secondary crusher via belt conveyor and chute. The crushed material from the secondary crusher goes to the same screen via the same belt conveyor (conveyor used to separate products. The dust is stored in hopper and directly unloaded into the truck. The products are conveyed out of the screen via conveyor belts to stockpile. From stockpiles the product is loaded is loaded into trucks with help of loaders and delivered at the point of use. vi) Raw Material required Along With Estimated Quantity, Likely Source, Marketing Area of Final Products, Mode of Transport of Raw Material and Finished Product No raw material will be required for production of stone. The final product will be sent to consumer based on their demand. The mode of transportation of raw material and finished product will be by road. Tippers/ trucks will be used for transportation to the end users. vii) Resources Optimization/ Recycling and Reuse Envisaged in the Project, if any, should be briefly Outlined. o No waste water is being/will be generated from the mining operations. o There will no other product from the area, therefore reuse and recycling of the same is not envisaged. (viii) Availability of Water Its Source, Energy /Power Requirement and Source A. Water Requirement Total Water requirement for the mining project is estimated 30 m 3 /day which will be required for (dust suppression, plantation and drinking) sourced from tanker supply B. Power Requirement Electric Power will not be required in the mining operations as mining activities will be carried out during day time only.

23 (ix) Quantity of Waste to Be Generated (Liquid and Solid) And Scheme for Their Management/Disposal: There is no overburden in the lease area. Quarrying has been on Production: Earth : 1,50, m3/annum Therefore waste, sub grade quarry Gravel rejects shall not be generated during course of mining. There is no toxic element present in the quarry. 4.0 SITE ANALYSIS i) Connectivity Nearest Highway 4.0 km Visakhapatnam- Vijayawada.-W. Nearest Railway station 5.5 km Rajamundry-W. Nearest air port 13.4 km Madhurapudi (Rajahmundry)-N ii) Land Form, Land Use and Land Ownership Total quarry area of Ha. for this quarry is Govt. waste land. There will be a permanent change of land use. The mining activity will leave excavated area part of which will be reclaimed by terrace reclamation based on suitability. iii) Topography along with Map The quarry area comprises of Barren LandThere is neither road nor habitation in the area. The area is dominated by outcrops. No seasonal perennial drainage exists within the lease area. iv) Existing Land Use Pattern {Agriculture, Non-Agriculture, Forest, Water Bodies (Including Area Under CRZ)}, Shortest Distances From The Periphery Of The Project To Periphery Of The Forests, National Park, Wild Life Sanctuary, Eco Sensitive Areas, Water Bodies (Distance From The HFL Of The River), CRZ. In Case Of Notified Industrial Area, A Copy Of The Gazette Notification. The mining lease area is Ha. There is neither agriculture land nor forest land in the area.

24 v) Existing Infrastructure Nearest railway line connecting Rajahmundry Samalkota Junction of South Central Railway line is located at a distance of 5.3 km in WSW from the site. The National Highway (NH-5) (Change to NH-16) connecting Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada is at a distance of 4.0 km in Western direction with respect to the project site. Nearest Major road connecting from Rajahmundry - Satilite City is at a distance of 1.0 km in SW direction. vi) Soil Classification There are four types of soils in the area, viz., Black cotton soils (58%), Sandy clay loams (23%), Red loamy soils (17%), and Sandy soils (2%). vii) Climatic Data from Secondary Sources Region has tropical climate with hot summers and a monsoon season. Temperatures can reach 47.2 C in May June, while the winter temperatures rarely fall below 12.0 C. The average humidity is 61-81%, and the average annual rainfall is mm. The area gets its rainfall from both the southwest monsoon and northeast monsoon. viii) Social Infrastructure Available The site is well connected with social infrastructure facilities like medical, post office, schools, police stations etc. and as such no constraints are envisaged in this aspect. 5.0 PLANNING BRIEF i) Planning Concept (Type of Industries, Facilities, and Transportation etc.) Town and Country Planning/Development Authority Classification Quarry area falls in Barren LandThe site is easily accessible via well laid roads. Excavated stone metal is being/will be transported to crusher by tippers. The area is dominated by boulder outcrops ii) Population Projection Manpower required will be engaged from nearby areas. No significant influx of people is anticipated in the area.

25 iii) Land Use Planning The mining lease area is Ha. which comprises of Government land. Green Belt is being/will be developed around the periphery of the mining lease, pit boundary along the roads. Plantation will be done near crushing plant, office etc. iv) Assessment of Infrastructure Demand (Physical & Social) Lessee will assess the demand of infrastructure (Physical & Social) in nearby area of the quarry site and same will be developed under corporate social responsibilities programs. v) Amenities/Facilities Following facilities are provided for the smooth working of the quarry:- Quarry office First aid room Store facility Toilet facility: The toilets facility already provided Drinking water facilities: Potable water are provided Rest shelters: Rest shelter room is provided to take lunch and rest for the workers. 6.0 INFRASTRUCTURE i) Industrial Area (Processing Area) Mining lease area is Ha. and located in the rural area. All required infrastructure for the mining activities will be provided. ii) Residential Area (Non Processing Area) This is not required as quarry workers will come from nearby villages. iii) Green Belt Development Green Belt is being/will be developed around the periphery of the mining lease, pit boundary along the roads. Plantation will be done near crushing plant, office etc.

26 iv) Social Infrastructure The laborers will be from nearby villages that are purely dependent upon such mining activities because they are not skilled in any other trade and vocation. v) CONNECTIVITY No additional connectivity measures are proposed Nearest railway line connecting Rajahmundry Samalkota Junction of South Central Railway line is located at a distance of 5.3 km in WSW from the site. The National Highway (NH-5) (Change to NH-16) connecting Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada is at a distance of 4.0 km in Western direction Rajahmundry - Satilite City is at a distance of 1.0 km in SW direction. Nearest Railway station is Rajahmundry RS which at 5.5 km in W vi) Drinking Water Management (Source & Supply of water) Water requirement for drinking purpose will be fulfilled from tanker supply. vii) Sewerage System The domestic wastewater generated from quarry and utilities are being/will be disposed in Septic tanks and soak pits. No other sewerage system is required. viii) Industrial Waste Management No industrial waste is being/will be generated from mining activities; therefore, its management is not required. ix) Solid Waste Management There is no overburden in the lease area. Mining has been on for Production: 1,50, There is no waste; sub grade quarryral rejects generation during course of mining. x) Power Requirement & Supply/Source Electric power is not required as quarry will be operated in day hours only. The machinery will be diesel operated.

27 7.0 REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT (R & R) PLAN (i) Policy to Be Adopted (Central/State) In Respect Of the Project Affected Persons Including Home Oustees, Land Oustees and Landless Laborers (Brief Outline to Be Given) The entire quarry Area i.e Ha.is Barren Land and as there is no habitation. No displacement is involved. 8.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE & COST ESTIMATES i) Likely Date Of Start Of Construction And Likely Date Of Completion The quarry is not in operation. It will be operated after obtaining Environmental Clearance. ii) Estimated Project Cost Along With Analysis In Terms Of Economic Viability of the Project Total cost of the Project is : Rs 20.0 Lakhs/- Cost for Environment Protection for the Mining Project Capital cost : Rs 3.0 Lakhs/- 9.0 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL i) Financial and social benefits with special emphasis on the benefit to the local people including tribal population if any. The State government will be benefited by way of Royalty, Quarry conservation; the local population will reap the benefits of employment. Few labours will get employment and the state government and village panchayat will get some royalty due to mining.

28 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REPORT Of GRAVEL MINE Survey No:98, Village: Morampudi, Mandal: Rajamahendravaram Rural, District: East Godavari, State: Andhra Pradesh. AREA OF MINING LEASE Ha. For 1,50, m 3 /ANNUM OF ROAD METAL PRODUCTION By Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi

29 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 1.0 INTRODUCTION EMP Report Smt. Pidikiti Sridevi has granted a Quarry lease for Gravel over an extent of Ha in Sy. No:98 of, Morampudi Village, Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, Pin by the Deputy Director of Mines & Geology, Kakinada. The Quarry Lease deed was executed by Assistant Director of Mines and Geology, Rajamahendravaram. The lease in favour of Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi for the unexpired portion of the lease period i.e. up to 5 Years by the Deputy Director of Mines & Geology, Kakinada vide proc. No. 4452/Q1/2016 dated The Mining plan was approved by Deputy Director of Mines and Geology, Kakinada vide Letter No. 4452/Q1/2016 dated The Subject report presents the Environmental Management Plan detailing the measures proposed to be implemented Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi Gravel Mine. Brief Description of the Nature of the Project. Project is Gravel Mine located in an area of Ha. Road Metal of 1,50, m3/annum is produced by means of conventional method of opencast mining through drilling, blasting, loading and shifting through dumpers/tippers before crushed. The cost of the Project is Rs.20/- Lakhs. 2.0 LOCATION OF THE QUARRY AREA: Smt.Pidikiti Sridevi Gravel Mine mining lease for production of Road Metal over an extent of Hectares in S.No:98, Morampudi Village, Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. The Mine Lease area is a part of the Survey of India Toposheet No: 65 11/13. The site falls between the following latitudes and longitudes. Latitude Longitude N E N E N E N E N E B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

30 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P N E N E N E N E, N E N E N E N E N E, N E N E The location map of the Quarry Lease Area is shown in Fig 1. EMP Report Nearest railway line connecting Rajahmundry Samalkota Junction of South Central Railway line is located at a distance of 5.3 km in WSW from the site. from the Quarry Lease Area. Key map showing the location of various features around the Quarry Lease Area is shown in Fig 2. Rajamundry is major town at a distance of 3.0 km in W-direction. The National Highway (NH-5) (Change to NH-16) connecting Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada is at a distance of 4.0 km in Western direction, Nearest Major road connecting from Rajahmundry - Satilite City is at a distance of 1.0 km in SW direction. Nearest Railway station is Rajahmundry RS which at 5.5 km in W to the Quarry Lease Area There are no wild life sanctuaries, wild life sanctuaries, elephant/tiger reserves within 10km radius of the study area. Nearest Settlements from the Quarry Lease Area Morampudi 2.8 km W Nearest Reserved Forests from the Quarry Lease Area Divancheruvu West RF 1.8 km N Divancheruvu East RF 5.6 km NE Salient features of Quarry Lease Area are given in Table 1 and Fig - 3 shows the study area of 10 km radius around the Quarry Lease Area B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

31 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 2.1 Topography: EMP Report The topography of the ML area varies from 99 to 127 m RL with surface relief of 28m. The general slope of the terrain is towards North East. 2.2 Geology and Exploration a. Brief description of Regional Geology with reference to location of lease/applied area The Eastern Ghat Mobile Belt (EGMB) is more than 600km in length from Srikakulam in the North to Ongole in the South. This belt is more than 100km in width in Northern Part and taper in the Southern Part. It has broad actuate trend with westward convexity. The NNE-SSW trend in the Southern part of the belt changes NE- SW in the North EGMB is divided into three longitudinal zones viz. 1. Western-Charnockitic zone 2. Central- Khondalite Zone 3. Eastern- Migmatite Zone b. Detailed description of geology of lease area Local Geology: Charnockite and Hypersthene Gnesisses are component Rock units in the form of large massive and high hills. The Charnockite is fresh looking greasy, dark rock the Charnockite exhibits the blue colour due to the presence of Hypersthene. Hypersthene Gneissess are fine grained than the igneous Charnockite associated with Garnet, Quartz, Biotite, Orthoclase and Opaque minerals. Vinukonda with represented by Hypersthene Gneissess. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

32 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report 2.3 RESERVES AND LIFE OF THE MINE Total Geological Reserves Proved reserves m 3 Reserves blocked under safety slopes m 3 Total reserves blocked m 3 Reserves available for mining m 3 Extraction of market grade 100% recovery m 3 Life of the mine m 3 / m Mining Methodology 5years The Road Metal in the Quarry Lease Area is exposed on the surface with sheet. Hence, it is proposed to quarry the sheet by Open Cast Semi Mechanized Method by developing the bench of 3m height and bench width of 1.50m with shallow drilling and blasting. The development of benches in the sheet rock will be 60 0 safety slopes. Drill holes of 3m depth will be drilled in a staggered pattern at 3m X 2.50m interval. Temporary stocks will be maintained on day to day basis, entire ROM will be cleared within 4 to 5 days. The production of Road Metal continuous throughout the year except during monsoon. The average production of cu.m per year can be easily achieved in single shift with sufficient men and machinery. LIST OF MACHINERY S.No. Machinery No s 1 Excavators 1 2 Tractor mounted compressors 1 3 Jack Hammers 1 4 Tipper 3 5 Water tanker 1 Lessee will apply for the Explosive license for storing the explosives with 60kg Portable magazine. Alternatively engages a licensed blasting contractor for carrying out the drilling and blasting. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

33 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 3.2 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT EMP Report The project environmental quality in the vicinity of a quarry lease area identified for proposed mining serves as the baseline status and also for identification of environmental concerns/impacts corresponding to project area. land use pattern The quarry lease area is surrounded by hillocks comprising road metal of good quality. The surrounding area of the quarry lease area are quarries for Road Metal and beyond are agricultural lands 3.3 Water Regime: The subject area is a part of hill and the surrounding areas around are drained under canal command. The ground water occurs under unconfined conditions in both hard rock and alluvium which are shallow in nature. No impact on surface water or ground water is foreseen due to quarry operations. 3.4 Flora and Fauna: The whole area is occupied by scattered sparse vegetation of thorny trees and small bushes. In the quarry lease area no wild animals are witnesses as per the statements collected from the local population since 50 years. 3.5 Quality of Air, Water and Ambient Noise Level: The subject area is away from industries and Human settlements. The impact of quarrying is not likely to have any adverse impact on the existing environment. Quarrying even on a small scale causes some environmental impact. Therefore, efforts are necessary to mitigate the environmental impact created. The management is well aware of this aspect and will take all precautions to mitigate the impact. 3.6 Climatic Conditions: The peak summer will be in the month of May. Highest temperatures of 47.2 C are recorded in the area during the month of May and the B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

34 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report lowest temperature of 12.0 C is recorded in the month of January. The average rainfall in the district is mm 3.7 Human settlements Human settlements within 5 km of the quarry are given below: Village Population Morampudi 1200 (Source: 3.8 Public buildings No public buildings, important places and monuments are seen in and around the quarry lease area; however, the lessee will adopt the safety measures while conducting the quarry operations as per the Regulations of Metalliferrous Mines Regulation 1961 Sanctuaries/ eco-sensitive areas There are no Sanctuaries/ eco-sensitive areas existing within 5 km radius 4.0 IMPACT ASSESSMENT (a) Land Area. The mining lease area is 6.791Ha. Ha. By the end of life of mine 6.791Ha will be excavated. The pits will be utilized for water storage and harvesting structure. (b) Air Quality The project includes various quarrying operations involving development of benches, approach roads, haul roads, drilling, blasting, excavation and transportation B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

35 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report These operations generally result in generation of dust and thereby pose health hazards. However, adequate control measures will be provided at every stage of operation such as water sprinkling at loading and unloading point and on haul roads before transportation to reduce the fugitive dust emissions. Heavy Earth Moving Machinery like excavator, dumpers, dozer and other transport vehicles will emit gaseous pollutants mainly CO and NOx. The generation of dust is anticipated from various quarry activities i.e. drilling, blasting, loading, haulage, unloading, and other activities related to quarry. The increment in the fugitive emissions will be due to material handling and transportation activity. These will be restricted to the lease area only by adopting water sprinkling, which will be practiced at the quarry site to control air pollution load. When the mines are under closure, the following is the ambient air quality. AAQ Monitoring Station No. Locations PM10 VALUES (ug/m 3 ) PM2.5 SO2 NOX 1. Mine Site Morampudi Ambient air quality standards promulgated by National Ambient Air Quality applicable to the subject project are given below Pollutant Sulphur Dioxide (SO2), µg/m 3 Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2), µg/m 3 NAAQ Standards Time Weighted Average Annual* 24 hours** Annual* 24 hours** Concentration in Ambient Air Industrial, Residential, Rural and Other Area Particulate Matter (size Annual* 60 B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

36 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. less than 10 µm) or PM10 µg/m 3 Particulate Matter (size less than 2.5 µm) or PM2.5 µg/m 3 24 hours** 100 Annual* 24 hours** EMP Report Dust levels will be higher within the active operational areas (quarry area) due to blasting and transportation. However, in the buffer zone it is not likely to be affected by dust problems, when proper dust suppression measures are taken Air Quality Management The following measures will be adopted to mitigate air pollution generated due to the quarry activities: water sprinkling while drilling Rock breaker will be used for breaking over size boulders in order to reduce dust and noise generation. Water spray on haulage roads & proper maintenance of haul roads will be done. Development of green belt around lease boundary, roads and other places will be carried out to control the air pollution. Personal Protective Equipment like dust mask will be provided to all employees working in the dusty areas. Proper maintenance of vehicles will be done to limit gaseous emissions. (c) Water Quality Water consumption in the mine is estimated to be about 8 m 3 /day as detailed below in table. Source of water is from bore well/local purchase. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

37 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. WATER BALANCE (m 3 /day) Requirement Loss Wastewater Dust suppression Greenbelt Drinking Water Total EMP Report Surface Water There is no perennial surface water source in the quarry lease area. Ground water is the source for the nearby habitation also. Stone is non-toxic in nature. There will be no outside discharge of liquid effluent from the quarry site. Ground Water Ground water pollution can take place only if the quarry rejects contain toxic substances, which get leached by the precipitation water and percolate to the ground water table thus polluting it. Any nearby wells or other sources of water can be rendered unfit for drinking and even for industrial use. This is not the case with this deposit as the stone or topsoil does not contain any harmful ingredients. Moreover, stone constitutes of fairly inert and chemically non- reactive ingredients. The reserves are estimated to a baseline upto 71m i.e, BM. The water table lies at 15 m from the general ground level. The quarry workings will not intersect ground water table. Water Pollution Control Measures The following measures will be implemented to prevent water pollution (if any) from the quarry: No wastewater will be generated during quarry operation Garland drains all along the downstream boundary of the pit. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

38 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report Rainwater falling in the quarry pit will flow based on the slope into the garland drain provided with sedimentation pits. (d) Noise Levels Noise generation is from operations at quarry development, excavation and transportation of stone. High noise levels will be confined to work zone areas only. Noise levels get diffused rapidly with distance. Noise impact is mainly restricted to the work zone areas. Hence, the noise levels impact due to the quarry operations on community is insignificant. Noise Control Measures The following control measures will be adopted to keep the ambient noise levels well below the limits: Controlled blasting with proper spacing, burden, stemming and optimum charge/delay will be maintained. The blasting will be carried out during less human activity timings i.e. during lunch interval or during change of shifts. Proper maintenance, oiling and greasing of machines at regular intervals will be done. Green Belt and Plantation will be developed wherever possible (e) Vibration Levels ( due to blasting) Ground vibration, fly rock, air blast, noise, dust and fumes are the effects of blasting on environment. The seismic wave due to explosive energy in the ground can cause significant damage to structures and disturbance to human occupants due to vibration. The vibration/ Particle Velocity (Peak Particle Velocity) is measured in millimetre per second. The standards for safe limit B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

39 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report of PPV are established by Director General of Quarrys Safety for safe level criteria through Circular No. 7 dated 29/8/1997. The safe level criteria PPV as mentioned in Circular No. 7 of DGMS is presented below: - S. No PERMISSIBLE PEAK PARTICLE VELOCITY (mm/s) Type of Structure < 8 Hz Dominant Frequency 8-25 Hz A) Buildings/structures not belonging to the owner > 25 Hz Domestic houses/structures (Kuchcha brick and cement) Industrial Buildings (RCC and framed structures) Objects of historical importance and sensitive structure B) Buildings belonging to the owner with limited life span Domestic houses/structures (Kuchcha brick and cement) Industrial buildings (RCC & framed structures) Blasting damage has been classified into four categories; and no appreciable damage occur when PPV less than 17 mm/sec. So no effect is envisaged. EFFECT OF GROUND VIBRATION ON STRUCTURES S. No. Category Description of Damage 1. No Appreciable Damage 2. Threshold No formation of noticeable cracks (PPV <17mm / sec.) Formation of fine cracks, fall of plaster, opening & lengthening of old cracks, loosening of joints, dislodging of loose objects, etc. PPV mm / sec.) B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

40 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 3. Minor 4. Major EMP Report Superficial not affecting the strength of structures broken windows. Hairline cracks in masonry around openings near partition, broken windows. Fall of loose mortar etc. (PPV 30 mm / sec) Formation of several large cracks, serious weakening of structures, shifting of foundation, fall of masonry, ruptures of opening vaults, etc. (PPV mm / sec) As the distance increases the PPV value is likely to reduce. The ground vibrations generated by blasting during the quarry operations will be maintained well within standards prescribed by DGMS by controlled blasting and optimum charge. Ground vibrations are not likely to affect the structures in the vicinity of quarry lease area. VIBRATIONS AND FLY ROCKS CONTROL MEASURES The blasting operations will be carried out by drilling and blasting. The measures for abatement of ground vibration, air blast and fly rocks are detailed below: Blasting will be performed strictly as per the guidelines specified under MMR, 1961; Proper design of blast with correct spacing, burden & optimum charge/delay; Supervision of drilling and blasting operations to ensure blast design geometry as per planning; Sub-drilling will be kept adequate to eliminate toe formation; Supervision of drilling and blasting operations to ensure blast design geometry; Sub-drilling will be kept just adequate to tear-off the bench bottom; Blasting operations will be carried out only during day time as per DGMS guidelines; B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

41 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report Proper warning signals will be used; Adequate safe distance from habitation as per standards from centre of blasting will be maintained; Drilling parameters like over burden, depth, diameter and spacing will be properly designed to ensure proper blast; Effective stemming of the explosives will be done in the drill holes; f. Acid Mine drainage There is no possibility of acid mine drainage g. Surface Subsidence The mining operations are by opencast method and no surface subsidence will be there h. Socio economics The main occupation of villagers is agriculture. The operations of mining activity in this area improved the socio-economic status of the local people by creation of employment i. Historical Monuments There are no Historical Monuments within 10 km radius of the quarry lease area DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND RISK ASSESSMENT When the accident takes place while carrying out the mining activity, immediately, First Aid will be applied this is in the mine site itself. If it is a minor, the treatment will be done at Site. If, any major accident, the person will be shifted to Kakinada (23 Km.) where all medical facilities are available. The site in-charge will take care of all statutory requirements if any disaster occurs in the mine. The address and Mobile no. of the person who will attend during the disaster management is given below B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

42 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. Address: EMP Report Smt.Pedikiti Sridevi, W/o Sri Indra Prasad, D.No:3-45,Jerugupadu Village, Kadiyam Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhara Pradesh, Pin Post Project Monitoring Pollution monitoring program includes periodic analysis of air, ground water, soil and water samples. Ground water and soil samples at representative locations within and nearby the project site shall be periodically analyzed to detect contamination if any. In the event of any contamination, concerned authorities shall be notified immediately and appropriate corrective action in consultation with an approved consultant shall be initiated. 4.2 Monitoring Strategy The monitoring of various environmental parameters is necessary and is a part and parcel of the environmental protection measures. Monitoring is as important as that of control of pollution since the efficiency of control measures can only be determined by monitoring. A well-defined environmental monitoring program would be employed with trained and qualified staff to monitor the ambient air to check whether the quality of effluents is maintained within the permissible limits. A comprehensive monitoring program is suggested underneath. Environmental attributes should be monitored as given below: Air pollution and meteorological aspects. Water and waste water quality. Noise levels. Soil characteristics. Ecological preservation and up-gradation. Locations and frequency of monitoring will be as per the guidelines of Andhra Pradesh pollution control board and MOEF/SEIAA. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

43 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 4.3 Ambient Air Monitoring EMP Report As per MOEF& CC there is a need to identify 3 ambient air stations at 120 angle keeping the main source in the center. The ground level concentrations of suspended particulate, sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in the ambient air outside the project boundaries and in the adjoining villages will be monitored at regular intervals. Any deviation from predicted/'expected values will be investigated and necessary action will be taken. 4.4 Noise Monitoring Noise levels in the workspace environment will be monitored periodically. If any deviation is observed necessary corrective measures will be taken. Monitoring noise levels is essential to assess the efficacy of maintenance of schedules undertaken to reduce noise levels and noise protection measures. A good quality sound pressure level meter is essential for this purpose. This work can be handled by plant authorities themselves or by hiring services. Noise surveillance is for the benefit of the workers well- being and to keep track of machine wear. 4.5 Monitoring of Water Quality Ground water near the project site will be routinely tested for its quality. No contamination of ground water and surface water is expected. However these waters will be periodically tested for any change of water quality. The effluents coming out of the process should be monitored regularly. Ground water is recommended to be monitored in at least two villages in the direction of ground water flow to keep surveillance on the ground water quality. 4.6 Reclamation Reclamation is in terms of vegetation after the rock is consumed and also as conversion into water reservoir, where possible. B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

44 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. 4.7 Site Services EMP Report Following facilities will be provided for the smooth working of the quarries:- Quarry office First aid room Store facility Toilet facility Drinking water facilities Rest shelters 4.8 Budgets for Environmental Protection Measures A budget of Rs 3.0 Lakhs/- is earmarked for Environmental Protection Measures Capital Cost 1 AIR POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES Dust Masks & Cloth - Air Pollution Monitoring - Gunny bags for covering the surface of - Recurring Cost/annum jackhammer holes Water Tanker for dust suppression 1,00,000 10,000 Total (A) 1,00,000 10,000 2 NOISE POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES Ear Plug Noise Pollution Monitoring - 1,500 Total (B) WATER POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES Monitoring of water samples along with ground water levels Total (C) LAND MANAGEMENT MEASURES Greenbelt development 1,00, Total (D) 5 SOCIAL WELFARE MEASURES OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES Personnel protection - 5,000 Medical Checkup - 7,500 Total (E) - 12,500 Grand Total (A+B+C+D+E) 3,00,000 35,000 B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

45 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. EMP Report Feature Altitude Latitude & Longitude TABLE 1.1 SALIENT FEATURES OF THE QUARRY LEASE AREA Village, Tehsil, District, State Area District Head Quarters IMD Station Details Max. Temp., o C 47.2 Min. Temp., o C 12.0 Relative Humidity,% 61-81% Annual rainfall, Nearest Water Bodies Nearest Highway Nearest Railway Station Nearest Industries Nearest Village 82 m above MSL 1) N E, 2) N E, 3) N E, 4) N E, 5) N E, 6) N E, 7) N E, 8) N E, 9) N E, 10) N E, 11) N E, 12) N E, 13) N E, 14) N E, 15) N E, 16) N E. S.No:98, Morampudi Village, Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh Ha Kakinada 43.0 km - E Kakinada 43.0 km - E mm Godavari River 6.3 km - WSW The National Highway (NH-5) (Change to NH-16) connecting Visakhapatnam to Vijayawada is at a distance of 4.0 km in Western direction, Nearest Major road connecting from Rajahmundry - Satilite City is at a distance of 1.0 km in SW direction. Nearest Railway station is Rajahmundry RS which at 5.5 km in W None within 10 km radius Morampudi 2.8 km W B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.

Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. Nearest Town Inter State Boundary Nearest Air port Rajahmundry 3.

46 Gravel Mine, Sy.No:98, Morampudi Village,Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari District, A.P. Nearest Town Inter State Boundary Nearest Air port Rajahmundry 3.0 km - W Andhra Pradesh Orissa 89.0 km N Madhurapudi (Rajahmundry) 13.4 km - N EMP Report Bird Sanctuary/National Parks -- Divancheruvu West RF 1.8 km N Nearest Forest Divancheruvu East RF 5.6 km NE Historical places None within 10 km radius *all distances mentioned in the above table are aerial distances B.S. Envi-Tech (P) Ltd., Sec.