ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

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1 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN OF 3.45 HECTARES, MIDASAN STONE QUARRY AT VILL-MIDASAN, TEH SIHORA, DISTT JABALPUR, MADHYA PRADESH PROJCT PROPONENT SHRI RAJA MOR S/o SHRI VISHNU PRASAD MOR BUS STAND, TEHSIL SIHORA, DISTRICT JABALPUR ~ 1 ~

2 CONTENTS 1. Name and address of the Holder of the quarry lease/action quarry. 2. Details of the area. 3. Details of Machine to be used in mining operation. 4. Details of measurement of quarry pit earlier excavation in the Area to be sanctioned and details of mineral Concession situated within 100 meter periphery of this area. 5. Scheme of tree Plantation 6. Details and approximate distance of National Park, Sanctuary, Biodiversity area, Interstate boundary situated Within periphery of 10 Km. from the area to be sanctioned. 7. Proposed annual production of mineral 8. Effect on ground water level due to mining Operation and its preventive measures 9. Details of scheme of continuous reclamation and Rehabilitation of the land degradation due to mining operation. 10. Detail of Preventive and control scheme of air And water pollution. 11. Provision for separate stacking of surface soil Excavated from mining operation and its utility 12. Details of social and economic up gradation of mining Effected area due to proposed project. 13. Details of budgetary arrangement for environment management. 14. Any other details desired to be submitted by mineral concession holder. ~ 2 ~

3 1. INTRODUCTION SHRI RAJA MOR, DISTT-JABALPUR (M.P.) HAS PROPOSED TO ESTABLISH A QUARRY FOR RENEWAL OF METAL STONE FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT.THE PROPOSED SITE WILL BE LOCATED IN VILL- MIDASAN, TEH- SIHORA, DIST- JABALPUR (M.P.) AREA 3.450HECT. PROJECT BENEFITS Main objective for quarry is to provide good quality Stone for Construction Project. During the quarry process about 10 people on an average will be employed. After the Project is completed the proposed land will be converted into pond which will be beneficial for irrigation purpose as well as it will increase the Ground Water level. The Environmental Management plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in the surrounding area of the proposed mine site, hence it needs to be an all-encompassing plan for which the mine authorities, Government, Regulating agencies like Pollution Control Board, Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), etc. working in the region and more importantly the affected population of the study area need to extend their co-operation and contribution. The carrying capacity of the study area is the maximum amount of pollution load that can be discharged into the environment without affecting the designated use and is governed by dilution, dispersion, and removal due to physico-chemical and biological processes. It has been evaluated that the study area is not affected adversely with the existing and proposed mining activity and it is likely to get new economic fillip, not only for the study area but also for the region as a whole. Mitigation measures at the source level and an overall Management Plan at the study area level are elicited so as to improve the supportive capacity of the area and also to preserve the assimilative capacity of the receiving bodies. The environmental attributes, which may be affected in the region, are topography, water quality, soil, air quality, socio-economic status, ecology and public health. It is to be appreciated that mining process to a certain extent, is an inevitable destructive process, but the hazards are within measurable limits, and can be ameliorated to a significant extent This Environment Management Plan has been submitted under rule-48 of the M.P. Minor Mineral rules 1996 ~ 3 ~

4 1. NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE HOLDER OF THE AUCTION QUARRY LEASE Name of Project : Midasan Stone Quarry Lease Name of Firm : Shri Raja Mor Registered Address : SHRI Raja Mor S/o Shri Vishnu Prasad Mor Bus stand, Tehsil Sihora, District Jabalpur DETAILS OF AREA Survey/Khasra No : Survey No. 198 Part (Khasra Map Enclosed) Name of Village : Midasan Name of Tehsil : Tehsil Name of District : Jabalpur State : Madhya Pradesh Area of Proposed Land : 3.450HECT. Quarry lease allotment Period : 10 Years Date of Sanction : 3767/Khanij /No.Kr.154/ Jabalpur Name of Mineral : Stone quarry Mobile No. : Method The method mining operations are to be carried out manually/semi Mechanized. Topography Topographically the lease area is having a small mound & gentle slope towards south-west direction. Highest elevation of the applied area is 381m above MSL and lowest elevation is 372m. Difference between highest and lowest elevation of the area is about 9m. ~ 4 ~

5 KHASRA MAP ~ 5 ~

6 CONCEPTUAL PLAN ~ 6 ~

7 PMCP PLAN ~ 7 ~

8 3. DETAILS OF MACHINES TO BE USED IN MINING OPERATION (METHOD) Excavator / loader will be used for rising of the Stone boulder and trucks / hyvas will be used for the purpose of transportation the method operations are being carried out manually/semi Mechanized. Topography Topographically the lease area is having a small mound & gentle slope towards south-west direction. Highest elevation of the applied area is 381m above MSL and lowest elevation is 372m. Difference between highest and lowest elevation of the area is about 9m. 4. DETAILS OF MEASUREMENT OF QUARRY PIT AND MINERAL CONCESSION IN 500 M PERIPHERIES. There are no quarry present and mineral concessions present with in 500m periphery of the granted area. 5. TREE PLANTATION After checking the soil and land erosion through the measures suggested above, plantation program is to be taken up in completely mined out areas in a systematic manner, starting with soil binding grasses and shrubs followed by larger trees species. Local varieties of plants should be given predominance along with introduction of some exotic species. Broad casting of seeds of local shrubs will be extremely useful in providing an immediate green cover. A. Preservation of existing plants It should be attempted to preserve the existing plants to be affected by future mining operations in virgin areas as being practiced at the existing opened up area. B. Biological Management With rapid industrialization and consequent deleterious impact of pollutants on environment, values of environmental protection offered by trees are becoming clear. Trees are very suitable for detecting, recognizing and monitoring air pollution effects. Monitoring of biological effects of air pollutant by the use of plants as indicators has been applied on local, regional and national scale. Trees function as sinks of air pollutants, besides their bio-aesthetical values, owing to its large surface area. it is necessary to develop green belt (as per CPCB Guidelines) in and around the polluted site with suitable species to combat the air pollution effectively. Plantation at the Mine Site The main aim of plantation in the mined out areas is to stabilize the land to protect it from rain and wind erosion. As the leftover working area shall contain broken material and fine particles, stabilization against wind erosion is also a must. The plantation scheme broadly covers the ~ 8 ~

9 following areas: Plantation around peripheral portions of mine and other built up structures Afforestation of barren areas in the lease hold Greenbelt is a set of rows of trees planted in such a way that they form an effective barrier between the working zone and the surroundings. The main purpose of Plantation development is to contribute to the following factors: To attenuate noise levels generated from the mine; To improve the aesthetics of the area; To trap the vehicular emissions and fugitive dust emissions; To maintain ecological homeostasis; and To prevent soil erosion and to protect the natural vegetation Provision of wide Plantation around the mine has been foreseen to reduce any adverse impacts on the surrounding population from the emissions from the existing activity. Plantation of grass, flowers, bushes and trees are taken-up to reduce generation of dust from bare earth and to enhance the aesthetic / scenic value. The plantation formation and development of greenery shall not only improve the air quality and attenuate noise in the surrounding area but also enhances the aesthetic value. Plantation Program The quarry lease does not fall under forest land and was completely barren land devoid of vegetation and plants. However, to improve the general environment of the area the afforestation on these dumps has been undertaken by the lessee. Plantation Species The plantation species have been considered based on the following: Adapted to the Geo-climatic conditions of the area; Different heights ranging from 4 m to 20 m; and Preferably evergreen trees. C. Species Suggested For Plantation: Sisoo, Karanj, Amaltas, Eucalyptus, Imali, Subabul, Acacia, Neem, Karra, Parkinsonia, Guava, Sitaphal, Pipal, Kachnar, Mahua, Aoula, Kahna, Bamboo, Teak, Bougainvillea, Ashok, Mango Plantation for Arresting Dust Trees, particularly having compact branching, closely arranged leaves, broad leaves of simple elliptical and hairy structure, shiny or waxy leaves and hairy twigs are efficient filters for dust. The leaf surface is times greater than the earth surface occupied by the plants. It is known that particles up to 80-milli micron may stick to vertical surfaces. It is found that 8-m wide plantation can reduce the dust fall by 2-3 times. The following species are suggested to arrest the dust pollution: Buteamonosperma Kachnar Meliaazedarach China berry (Bakain) ~ 9 ~

10 Alstoniascholaris Cassia fistula Bauhinia purpurea Cassia siamea Peltoferrumferrugineum Ficusreligiosa Terminaliaarjuna Pala Amaltas Custurd Apple Katha, Khair, Kasod Yellow Kachnar Peepal Arjuna Plantation to Reduce Noise Pollution Trees having thick and fleshy leaves with petioles flexible and capacity to withstand vibration are suitable. Heavier branches and trunk of the trees also deflect or refract the sound waves. The density, height and width are critical factors in designing an adequate noise screen plantation. Combination of trees and shrubs together with suitable landforms and design appears to be the best system for combating noise pollution. The following species are suggested to reduce noise pollution: Tamarindusindica Terminaliaarjuna Alstoniascholaris Azadirachtaindica Meliaazedarach Grevilleapteridifolia Amlika Arjuna Pala Tree Neem China berry (Bakain) Oak, Golden Parrot Tree. 6.DETAILS OF APPROXIMATE DISTANCE OF NATIONAL PARK, SANCTUARY BIODIVERSITY AREA INTERSTATE BOUNDARY SITUATED WITHIN PERIPHERY OF 10 KM FROM THE AREA TO BE SANCTIONED- There is no any of National park, Sanctuary Biodiversity area Interstate boundary situated within Periphery of 10 km.of the quarry lease area. 7. PROPOSED MAXIMUM ANNUAL RATE OF PRODUCTION M 3 / Per year 8. EFFECT OF GROUND WATER LEVEL DUE TO MINING OPERATION AND ITS PREVENTIVE MEASURES As already brought out, the ground water table in the mine area or in surrounding area is not likely to be effected as no toxic chemicals are present. However, regular monitoring of water levels and quality in the existing wells in the vicinity is being carried out both with reference to areas spread and time intervals so as to study the hydrodynamics of the strata. ~ 10 ~

11 A. Surface Water Pollution Control Measures The probable causes of surface water pollution in the proposed mining area are soil erosion and wash off from the stacked material. Therefore the action program to prevent water pollution focuses on prevention of wash off and mine water directly flowing into nearby natural drainage channels. Adequate control measures have been adopted to check not only the wash-off and soil erosion but also uncontrolled flow of mine water. As there is no toxic substance present in the discharged water, there is no adverse effect on the water regime. The additional measures adopted are: Plantation of Agave sp. in the Mine Area. Putting of elephant grass, Ipomeas along the roadside slopes. Road cutting has already stabilized. Retaining walls/check walls/settling tank constructed in different zones in order to avoid the soil wash out boulder etc. The storm water is regularly tested for presence of any undesirable elements and appropriate measures would be taken in case any element is found exceeding the limits prescribed by CPCB. B. Ground Water Pollution Control Measures As already brought out, the ground water table in the mine area or in surrounding area is not likely to be effected as no toxic chemicals are present. However, regular monitoring of water levels and quality in the existing wells in the vicinity is being carried out both with reference to areas spread and time intervals so as to study the hydrodynamics of the strata. The domestic sewage from the canteen and toilets is routed to septic tanks followed by soak pits. Adequate maintenance of the tanks is undertaken to avoid choking with sludge. 9. DETAIL OF SCHEME OF CONTINUOUS RECLAMATION AND REHABILITATION OF THE LAND DEGRADED DUE TO MINING OPERATION. Reclamation and Rehabilitation Land degradation is one of the major adverse impacts of open cast mining activities and any effort to control adverse impacts would be incomplete without appropriate land reclamation strategy. It is a mining below five hectares lease area, which is very small in nature therefore no damage of the land is anticipated. Though the lease area granted for a mine, whether for actual mine excavation or construction of infrastructure facilities, is in the immediate possession of the mine management, necessary steps to keep the area under disturbance at any stage of mining operations to the minimum have been planned. This has been planned by ensuring rehabilitation of the completely excavated area at the earliest by reducing the gap, between the first damage (due to mining activities) and the first repair (reclamation), to the minimum. The first step in a successful reclamation program is to decide the post reclamation land use and is converted it into a plantation zone. Horticultural landscaping techniques will be utilized in land reclamation subsequent to the mining. The mine floor will be leveled for plantation purpose. The slopes of the mine benches will be suitably dressed and vegetated. After spreading the top soil, Restoration of ecological balance disturbed due to mining is possible provided right type of technological inputs is applied to the present site-specific problems. ~ 11 ~

12 The following broad objectives have been considered for maintaining the ecological balance in the area: Continuing the development of mining activities by utilizing resource in the best advantage. Conservation of natural resources by keeping degradation of land and pollution to the minimum. Maintain a balance on ecosystem i.e. human, faunal and floral. Rehabilitation / reclamation of land (re-vegetation of degraded land by mining) for future productive use of the area. On the basis of the above principles the following methodologies will be adopted for reclamation/rehabilitation Banka metal Stone mine, so we propose to convert the mined out land after completion of mining operation into a water reservoir, water from the converted reservoir can be used for irrigation, domestic use and will always keep charging the water table of area. 10. DETAIL OF PREVENTIVE AND CONTROL SCHEME OF AIR AND WATER POLLUTION. Air pollution control. A. Measures to Prevent Generation and Dispersal of Dust Dust particles, which are normally generated during mining operations, become air borne, thus leading to increase in PM2.5 and PM10 level in the ambient air. Another source of dust generation is the transport of the material by dumpers. In the Proposed mining activity adequate control measures are adopted during both, mining operations as well as transportation of stone boulder. B. Measures to Control Air Pollution due to Airborne Dust Following steps are taken to prevent air pollution due to air borne dust: Water sprinkler has been provided to avoid dust generation during material unloading. The muck pile sprayed with water prior to loading. 11. PROVISION OF SEPARATE STACKING OF SURFACE SOIL EXCAVATED IN MINING OPERATION. In this case there will no soil generation; excavation will be restricted to10 m from surface level as per approved mining plan. As the area is below 5 Hectares, the mined out rejects are very nominal varying from 2 to 3 Mts. that will be stored systematically on non mineralized area. The dumps will be comprised of broken rock and soil, which is not very fertile. The topsoil has been spread over the dumps to make the dumps suitable for plantation. The area will be afforested after the dumps reach the desired heights, so that the afforestation can be carried on in a forward manner instead of waiting for the entire dumps to reach the maximum height and spread. This practice shall be Followed after the production enhancement. Along periphery and slopes, grass and bushes are grown to prevent erosion and soil run off during monsoon. 12. SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITIONS & UP GRADATION OF THE MINING EFFECTED AREA. ~ 12 ~

13 3.450Hectare Midasan Stone Quarry of Shri Raja Mor Mine has undertaken community development works in order to improve the amenities in nearby village Midasan as a part of commitment towards social and economic up lift of the area. 13. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION BUDGET. COST TO BE INCURRED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Sr. Expenses (in Rs.) Cost per m 2 (in Environmental Management No. Per annum Rs) 1 Environment Monitoring 40, Dust suppression and Pollution Control 20, Maintenance of pollution control facilities & Development of green belt 40, area 4 Miscellaneous 40, Total 1,40, MINE CLOSURE EXPENDITURE PLAN Sr. No. Environmental Management Mine Closure Expenditure for Development of mine quarry as a Water Body (Small Pond) Expenses / (in Rs.) per hectare 10000/- Total Cost (in Rs) 34500/- 1 Plantation on the periphery of water body / /- Development of Ghats on water body with all safety measurements (Fencing and Guard arrangement) 20000/ /- Total 30,000/- 1,38,000/- Quantity Of Dust Fumes Generated At The Time Of Shattering And Disintegration In Strata Is Very Less And Settles on Land. It is presumed that the mining of Lease of Hectares Midasan Stone Quarry will continue over the period of 10 years. The mine will be operating the equipment s till they are economically & technologically viable. Once the equipment s become economically unviable they will phased out. The management of mined out areas, air quality, water quality, waste dump management, soil quality etc will be maintained as per the standard norms. ~ 13 ~

14 S No. Heads At present m2 At the end of 2yrs m2 At the end of conceptual period m2 1 Total Area excavated (broken) Area mined out (out of 1) Area fully reclaimed (back filled) (out of 2) Area rehabilitated by water harvesting (out of 2) Area fully rehabilitated by bench/slope afforestation (out of 2) Total Area under dumps Area under active dumps Green belt area Area under Infrastructure Un used Total *This is part of pit &quarry 15. ANY OTHER INFORMATION. 16. The proponents are having all the necessary permission for land. During the abandonment / closure of the mine, the entrances to the mine shall be securely fenced and the entire dangerous inlet will be barricaded. Adequate warning signals and signboards will also be displayed at strategic points. Persons will also be deployed to take the stock of security the safety benches, which would be left in the later stage of mining, shall have a proper angle of repose and would be planted with different species of trees. This would help in avoiding the slope failure. However to meet any disaster, mobile vehicles and arrangement for the first aid will always be available at the mine site all the time. An effective communication system like, mobile phones, land line phones, etc. facilities will also be available at the mine site at all the time. In the event of temporary discontinuance due to any unforeseen circumstances the following care would be taken: All the approaches to the mine would be maintained in good working condition. Any dangerous opening will be securely fenced and no one will be allowed to go towards the same. Round the clock persons will be deployed to guard the area. ~ 14 ~

15 SITE PHOTOGRAPHS (1) ~ 15 ~