Post on 18-Mar-2018
ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Melukhedi River Sand Quarry
At
Chamble River
Mining Project:-Category ‘B2’
Lease Area: 8.00 Hect.
Khasra No. 1 & 110
Vill.-Melukhedi , Tehsil- Tal
District- Ratlam (M.P)
Project Proponent
Shri Jaipal Singh S/o Shri Lokendra Singh
Resi.- 29, Salamgarh, Tehsil- Arnod, District- Pratapgarh (Rajasthan)
Prepared By:-
Charles Pradeep Singh
Near LIC Office, Jabalpur Road
Bargawan, Katni MP
RQP/DGMMP/061/2013-18
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The proposed river sand mining project is in Vill- Melukhedi ,Teh- Tal and
Distt. Ratlam. The mining plan has been approved by Regional office of Geology
& Mining Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh vide letter no. 2369 on dtd. 21/09/2016.
The Sand quarry has been auctioned and sanctioned through The Collector
Ratlam vide latter/620/khanij/2016-17 dated 26/08/2016. In revenue records
river bed lease area belongs to Govt. river land. No forest land involved in this
area. The total Mineable reserves from the river sand mines are estimated
120000 m3.
2. DETAILS OF THE LESSEE:
Name : Shri Jaipal Singh S/o Shri Lokendra Singh
Address : Resi.- 29, Salamgarh, Tehsil- Arnod, District- Pratapgarh
(Rajasthan)
Designation : Individual Owner
� SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROJECT:
Particulars Details
Name of the project Melukhedi River Sand Quarry (at Chamble River )
Mineral River Sand
Mining Lease area 8.00 Hect.
Khasra 1 & 110
Status of khasra land in
revenue record
Govt. Land (at Chamble River )
Lease Period 05 Year
Production Capacity 5,000 Cu.mt/year
Village Melukhedi
Tehsil Tal
District Ratlam
Latitude & Longitude (D) 23°46'6.16"N 75°16'5.81"E
(C) 23°46'6.11"N 75°16'8.50"E
(B) 23°46'30.38"N 75°16'8.70"E
(A) 23°46'30.62"N 75°16'5.24"E
Toposheet No. 46M/5
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Project Cost 03 Lacs
Man Power 05-10
Water demand and
supply
6 KLD
Nearest
habitation/town
The nearest village is Melukhedi which is within
500 mt. periphery of mine site.
Nearest Railway
station
The nearest Railway Station is Jaora which is
about 22 KMS from mine site.
Nearest Airport The nearest Airport is Indore which is about 128
KMS from mine site.
3. DETAILS OF THE AREA
The land covers under the mining lease area as under:
District &
State
Tehsil Village Khasra
No.
Area in hect. Type of Land
Ratlam, MP Tal Melukhedi 1 & 110 8.00 Govt. Land
(Chambal River)
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� Addressing the Bridge and population issue-
As the proposed quarry is a Sand Auction Quarry and mining will be done by
manual method, so there will be no adverse impact on the surroundings of the
quarry area. Further for the safety purpose a code of traffic will be maintained
strictly and supervisors will be appointed to control the traffic while passing
from the populated area. Transportation from the densely populated area will
be avoided.
4. DETAILS OF MACHINE TO BE USED IN MINING OPERATION
The mining method will be done by opencast manual method and tractor
trolley/dumper, fawda and tasla will be used.
5. DETAILS OF MEASUREMENT OF QUARRY PIT EARLIER
EXCAVATION IN THE AREA TO BE SANCTIONED AND DETAILS
OF MINERAL CONCESSIONS SITUATED WITHIN 100 METER
PERIPHERY OF THIS AREA
In sand quarry no pit is visible after the rainy season hence measurement of
dimension is not possible. Up to the 100 meters the area forms a plain
topography with minor undulations of waste land form.
6. SCHEME OF TREE PLANTATION
Plantation is proposed at the river banks in Zig. Zag pattern to prevent the river
bank erosion and it is also recommended to lessee for plantation both side of
the approach road and village area with tree guard as required. The Lessee will
plant 100 local species per year. The plantation will be done for the first 3 years
of lease period. For the last 2 years of lease period maintenance will be done.
Sr No Common Name No of Plants/year % Survival Area for Plantation
1. Neem 25 80 % 60% on river bank
and 40% along
approach road and
village area.
2. Sheesham 25
4. jamun 25
5. Karanj 25
Total 100
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* Apart from above, other species will also considered as recommended
by the forest department will be planted and local authorities.
� Post Plantation Care:
Following precaution to be undertaken for the survival of the plants:
� The saplings will be undertaken for the survival of the plants.
� Healthy tree species will be recommends for plantation.
� Every sapling will be covered by a tree guard to avoid damage through cattle
grazing.
� Necessary arrangement will be provided for watering tree species planted
in different parts.
7. DETAILS AND APPROXIMATE DISTANCE OF NATIONAL PARK,
SANCTUARY, BIODIVERSITY AREA, INTERSTATE BOUNDARY
SITUATED WITHIN PERIPHERY OF 10 KM. FROM THE AREA TO
BE SANCTIONED
Proposed project does not located in whole or in part within 10 km. from the
boundary of:
� Protected areas notified under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. : No
� National Park : No
� Critically polluted areas as notified by the Central Pollution Control Board
from time to time : No
� Notified Eco-sensitive areas : No
� Inter-state boundaries and international boundaries: No.
8. PROPOSED ANNUAL PRODUCTION OF MINERAL
The yearly proposed production of the quarry is 5,000 m3.
9. EFFECT ON GROUND WATER LEVEL DUE TO MINING
OPERATION AND ITS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
The annual deposition of the sand during flooding is natural phenomenon and
sand is excavated for the fresh deposition only. The sand mining activity is
carried out during the dry season when there is no water in the river bed.
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Hence, water quality impacts are not anticipated. The mining at 3 m depth will
not intercept the groundwater table hence no impact on groundwater table is
anticipated.
� Ground Water:
The ground water is available below 5 to 10 meters of the surface level and
available in nearby well, bore well etc. As the proposed working will be above
ground water table, so there will be no effect on the ground water. At the same
time as per rule the pit depth will not go beyond 3 mts. depth or the
groundwater limit cross then mining will be stopped.
� Water quality:
The ground water available in the nearby well, bore-well etc. is of potable in
nature and no adverse effect has been noticed in the past due to human
consumption and in future also there will not be any change in quality due to
future mining activity.
10. DETAILS OF SCHEME OF CONTINUOUS RECLAMATION AND
REHABILITATION OF THE LAND DEGRADATION DUE TO
MINING OPERATION
Environmental Management Plan is being made by considering implementation
and monitoring the protection measure during and after the mining operation.
� Proposal for Reclamation of land affected by mining activities-during
and at the end of mining:
Reclamation of mined out area is the most important activity of EMP. Since
every year after the raining season the pit will be filled once again with sand, so
reclamation of land is not needed.
� Dust Suppression:
The points of dust generation are;
1. Loading of sand
2. Haulage of sand.
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Dust suppression of these points will be ensured by
a. Sprinkling with water.
b. Sand will be covered by tarpaulins to prevent spread of dust from it
during transportation.
c. Regular maintenance of vehicles and machineries will be carried out in
order to control emissions.
d. Dust generated due to traffic on haul roads would be reduced by water
spraying at regular intervals.
e. Green belt development would be taken up all along the haul roads and
overburden dumps.
� Measures to minimize vibrations due to blasting and check noise
pollution:
Sand mining does not require any kind of blasting. Hence no noise pollution will
be generated from this work.
� Stabilization and vegetation of dump:
No waste material will be generated.
� Treatment and disposal of water from mine and beneficiation plan:
No waste water will be generated.
� Measures for minimizing adverse effects on the water regime:
The surface mining at 3 m depth is not going to intercept the groundwater table
hence no impact on groundwater table is anticipated.
� Afforestation of tailing ponds:
No Pond will be generated because in the next rainy season the pit will again
filled with sand.
� Afforestation Program:
The afforestation is an effective measure to restore the environment and
ecological balance in the area affected by mining. Afforestation program will be
carried out along the mining boundaries.
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� Preparation of dumping ground for stacking toxic mineral
substance:
No toxic mineral will be produced.
� Environment monitoring Cell:
The proposed mining operation is very small in nature and it is not possible to
set up an environment cell.
� Socio-economic Benefits arising out of Mining:
With the increase in mining activity over the last ten years in the mining belt,
there has been a considerable change in the socio-economic status of the people
around the mining zone. The following facts come after the survey of the area:
a. Direct and indirect employment has been provided.
b. More people have started opting for mining as a profession and migration
to towns in search of employment has been reduced.
c. Public transport system has improved tremendously.
d. Living standard has improved and most of the people using the modern
life gadgets like TV, refrigerator, telephones, cars etc.
e. In addition to the benefits to the local habitat mining has also contributed
to the growth of govt. economic by way of royalty, sales tax, road tax,
income tax, committee tax etc.
11. DETAILS OF PREVENTIVE AND CONTROL SCHEME OF AIR
AND WATER POLLUTION
Negligible air pollution will be created and no water pollution will be happened
as this mine will be above the ground water table and also not in the running
water.
� Water Environment:
There is no source of water within the lease area nor is any water likely to be
encountered while carrying out mining operations. The only source of water is
rainwater, which will flow downhill through natural water channels. Thus
mining activities will not have any adverse effect on surface or subsurface
water sources.
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� Air Environment:
1. Noise: The proposed method of mining is almost manual in nature. The
noise level may not exceed the level of 75 dB.
2. Air: The proposed mining operation is almost manual in nature, so there
will not be any deployment of large machinery or blasting which will create
dust or air pollution. The points of dust generation are;
a. Loading of sand
b. Haulage of sand.
Dust suppression of these points will be ensured by;
a. Sprinkling with water.
b. Sand will be covered by tarpaulins to prevent spread of dust from it
during transportation.
c. Regular maintenance of vehicles and machineries will be carried out
in order to control emissions.
d. Dust generated due to traffic on haul roads would be reduced by
water spraying at regular intervals;
e. Green belt development would be taken up all along the haul roads
and overburden dumps.
3. Climatic Condition: The climatic condition of the area is sub - tropical with
900 to 950 mm average rain fall, so it will not help any pollution making
activities. The area involved in the proposed mining operation is too small
compared to the regional extent; therefore, there will be hardly any impact
on climate.
12. PROVISIONS FOR SEPARATE STACKING OF SURFACE SOIL
EXCAVATED FROM MINING OPERATION AND IT’S UTILITY
It is a sand quarry. No separate stacking of soil and mineral rejects are required.
13. DETAILS OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC UP GRADATION OF
MINING EFFECTED AREA DUE TO PROPOSED PROJECT
Socio-economic Environment:
1. Socio-demographic profile: The local inhabitant is predominantly
dependent on agriculture for their livelihood. The mining operation will
provide employment for the local people. It will improve the living
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condition of the poor people. The mining will give positive impact on
socio economic life of the people.
2. Occupational Health and Safety: The health and safety of the workers
will be the main priority and responsibility of the proponent. Safety
measures will be provided to the workers.
3. Human Settlement: Due to this proposed mining activities, possibility of
migration of labor will be reduced from the surrounding areas. For this
reason there will be increase in human settlement of the area. Due to
increased revenue earning in the area there will be development of
infrastructure facilities such as transport, road, housing, schooling as well
as hospital etc.
4. Recreation Facilities: Due to improved earning there will be
improvement in entertainment facilities and marketing facilities.
5. Impact of Mining and Beneficiation on environment: Mining
operation is small in nature and open cast method does not effect on the
environment on remarkable scale.
14. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
BUDGET:
PROPOSED ANNUAL COST FOR EMP
Sr. no. Particulars Amount Per
Year (in Rs.)
1 Water @50 rs/ Tanker & @2TRIP/
Day (Capacity 3000 litre).
24,000
2 Diesel @8 kmpl (for 1000 meters) 7200
3 Tree Plantation (including post
plantation care, protection)
40,000
4 Road Maintenance 50,000
5 Monitoring (AAQM & Water twice a
year)
30,000
TOTAL 151,200/-
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PROPOSED ANNUAL COST FOR CSR/ESR
Sr. No. Particular Amount Per
Year (in Rs.)
1 Primary school:- sweeper
salary for clean toilet &
maintenance of sport ground
30,000
TOTAL 30,000/-
PROPOSED ANNUAL COST FOR LABOUR WELFARE
Sr. No. Particulars Amount Per
Year (in Rs.)
1 Drinking water facility 5,000
2 1 Mobile Toilet 15,000
3 Medical Facility 10,000
4 Temporary rest shelter 10,000
5 Donation For Laborers’ Child
Education
5,000
TOTAL 45,000/-
15. ANY OTHER DETAILS DESIRED TO BE SUBMITTED BY
MINERAL CONCESSION HOLDER:
All information regarding EMP has been mentioned above point. Other
information is given in Form-1, PFR & Mining plan.