draft report environmental impact assessment environment

Draft Report

Environmental Impact Assessment &

Environment Management Plan

Project Colour Granite Quarry: 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land

Sy. No. 867/P, Madanapalle Village & Mandal Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh

(Monitoring Period January 2020-March 2020)

Proponent M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites Prop.: Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh Door No. 22-1091, GF-3 Vavi Apartments, SBI Colony Kongareddypalli, Chittoor-517 001, A. P. Phone: 9848126180

Consultant M/s Global Environment & Mining Services

Hospet, Bellary District, Karnataka

August 2020

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Draft EIA/ EMP Report for the Proposed Colour Granite

Quarry in 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land in Sy. No.

867/P, Madanapalle Village & Mandal, Chittoor District, A. P.

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CONTENTS

Sl. No. Particulars Page No.

Executive Summary 01-09

Compliance of ToR 10-20 1 Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Purpose of the report 21

1.2 Identification of the Project & Project Proponent 21

1.2.1 The Project 21

1.2.2 Project Proponent 22

1.3 Brief description of the nature, size, location of the project and its importance to the country

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1.4 Scope of Study 22

2 Chapter 2: Project Description

2.1 Type of Project 24

2.2 Need of Project 24

2.3 Location 24

2.4 Size and Magnitude of Operation 26

2.4.1 Magnitude of Operations 26

2.4.2 Mining Related Activities 27

2.4.3 Drilling and Blasting 29

2.4.4 Extent of Mechanization 29

2.5 Proposed Schedule for approval and Implementation 29

2.6 Technology and Process Description 30

2.7 Project description 30

2.7.1 Location 30

2.7.2 Connectivity 30

2.7.3 Topography 30

2.7.4 Regional Geology 31

2.7.5 Local Geology 32

2.8 Description of Mitigation incorporated in Project to Meet Environmental Standards

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2.9 Assessment of New and Untested Technology for Technology Failure

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2.10 Environmental Setting 34

2.11 Environmental Policy at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites

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2.12 Safeguards in Opencast Mine Working at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites

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3 Chapter 3: Description of Environment

3.1 General 42

3.2 Terrestrial/ Land Environment 42

3.2.1 Landuse 42

3.2.2 Soil Quality 43

3.3 Air Environment 44

3.3.1 Air Pollutants 44

3.3.2 Monitoring Stations for Ambient Air Quality 45

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3.4 Water Environment 46

3.4.1 Water Budget 46

3.4.2 Ground Water Potential 47

3.4.3 Ground Water Scenario 47

3.4.4 Water Quality 49

3.5 Noise Environment 50

3.6 Flora and Fauna 51

3.6.1 General 51

3.6.2 Flora of the Area 52

3.6.3 Common Fauna found in the Area 53

3.7 Socio-Economic Environment 53

3.7.1 Introduction 53

3.7.2 Methodology used for the Field Survey 54

3.7.3 Methodology applied for selection of sample & data collection

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3.7.4 Field Survey and Observations 55

3.7.5 Data Collection and Quality Assurance 55

3.7.6 Distribution of Population 55

3.7.7 Social Structure 56

3.7.8 Literacy Level 57

3.7.9 Occupational Structure 57

3.7.10 Salient observation of survey/study area 59

3.8 Waste Generation 60

3.8.1 Solid Waste 60

3.8.2 Leachates 60

3.8.3 Soil 60 4 Chapter 4: Anticipated Environmental Impacts and

Mitigation Measures

4.1 Land Environment 61

4.1.1 Anticipated Impacts 61

4.1.2 Mitigation Measures 62

4.2 Air Environment 62

4.2.1 Anticipated Impact 62

4.2.1.1 Emission Inventory 62

4.2.1.2 Prediction of Fugitive Emission in the project 62


4.3 Water Environment 63

4.3.1 Impact on hydrology, natural drainage etc. 63



4.3.4 Rain Water Harvesting 63

4.4 Noise Environment 64



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4.5 Biological Environment 65



4.6 Socio Economic Environment 65



4.7 Mine Wastes 65



4.8 Occupational Health Hazards 66

4.8.1 Physical Hazards 66

4.8.2 Biological Hazards 66

4.8.3 Ergonomic Hazards 66

4.8.4 Psychological Hazards 66


4.9 Traffic Density 68



4.10 Soil & Waste 68


4.10.2 Mitigation Measures 69 5 Chapter 5: Analysis of Alternatives (Technology & Site)

5.1-5.2 Site 70

5.3 Alternative Method of Mining 70

6 Chapter 6: Environment Monitoring Programme

6.1 Environmental Monitoring Programme 71

6.2 Monitoring Programme 71

6.3 Plantation Programme 72 7 Chapter 7: Additional Studies

7.1 Public Consultation 73

7.2 Risk and Disaster Management 73

7.2.1 Hazards & Risks Associated 73

7.2.2 Plan Safety Measures 76

7.3 Emergency Response System 76

7.4 R&R, Corporate Social Responsibility Action Plan 76

7.5 Corporate Social Responsibility 76

7.6 Corporate Environment Responsibility 77 8 Chapter 8: Project Benefits

8.1 Project Benefits 78 9 Chapter 9: Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis

9.1 Environmental Cost Benefit 79

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10 Chapter 10: Environment Management Plan (EMP)

10.1 Administrative And Technical Management 80

10.2 Dust Control Plan 80

10.3 Action Plan for Floral Species 81

10.4 Action Plan for Fauna Species 81

10.5 Cost for Implementation of EMP 82

11 Chapter 11: Summary and Conclusion

11.1 Overall Justification for the Project 83

11.2 Proponent and Need of Project 83

11.3 Lease Details 84

11.4 Proposed Mining 85

11.5 EIA Monitoring 86

11.6 Impacts 88

11.7 Corporate Social Responsibility 90

11.8 Economics of the Project 91

12 Chapter 12: Disclosure of Consultants 92

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LIST OF TABLES

Table No. Description Page No.

Table -1 GPS Readings of the QL Area 26

Table -2 Estimated Reserves 26

Table -3 Proposed Production Plan during Plan Period 27

Table -4 Proposed Production Plan during Conceptual Period 27

Table -5 List of Machineries in the Proposed Quarry 29

Table -6 Precautionary Measures-mining plan 33

Table-7 Land Use Details 34

Table -8 Environmental Settings 35

Table -9 Land Use Details for core zone & buffer zone (10 Km) 43

Table -10 Chemical Properties of Soil 44

Table -11 Particulars of Monitoring Stations 45

Table -12 Water Requirement 46

Table -13 Ground Water Potential 47

Table -14 Water Quality Data 49

Table -15 Noise Monitoring Data 51

Table -16 List of the flora of the study area 52

Table- 17 Demography in Study Area 54

Table-18 List of Sampling Villages 55

Table-19 Distribution of Population 55

Table -20 Distribution of Population by Social Structure 56

Table -21 Literacy Levels 57

Table -22 Occupational Structure of Study Area 58

Table -23 Construction Details of RWH System 64

Table -24 Occupational Safety & Health Programme 67

Table -25 Monitoring Programme 71

Table -26 Plant species proposed for plantation 72

Table -27 Greenbelt Programme- Yearwise 72

Table -28 Hazards & Associated Risks in proposed Colour Granite quarry

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Table -29 CSR Funds 76

Table -30 Summary of Control Measures 81

Table -31 Budget for implementation of Environmental Management Plan

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ANNEXURES

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1 Terms of Reference (ToR) issued by SEIAA, A.P. 93

2 Letter of Intent (LOI) issued by Govt. of A.P 100

3 Extract of Topo-sheet 102

4 Environmental Policy 103

5 Organization Chart 104

6 Geological Map of Chittoor District 105

7 Soil Map of Chittoor District 106

8 Geomorphological Map of Chittoor District 107

9 Land-Use Land-Cover Map of 10 KM radius 108

10 Satellite Imagery of 10 KM radius 109

11 Surface Geological Plan and Sections 110

12 Production & Development Plan and Sections 112

13 Conceptual Plan and Sections 115

14 Progressive Mine Closure Plan 117

15 Cluster Letter and Cluster Map 118

16 Ambient Air Quality Data 120

17 Site Specific Meteorological Data 123

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

o Government of Andhra Pradesh has granted a 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt.

Land, for extraction of Colour Granite, for a period of 20 years to M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, vide Notice No. 11115/R5-1/2018, dated 24-01-2019.

o M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, a Proprietorship Firm, fully owned by

Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh, resident of Chittoor Town, Andhra Pradesh. o The proposed Granite Quarry area is a part of Non-Forest Government Land

bearing Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village in Madanapalle Mandal of Chittoor District. The proposed quarry area has been notified in favour of the Proponent.

o The proposed Colour Granite Quarry Lease area, falls within a Latitude and

Longitude of 13o 29’ 24.98663” N to 13o 29’ 32.43858”N and 78o 30’ 57.09246”E to 78o 31’ 06.08814” E respectively.

o There is no agriculture on the proposed mining land

o Within 500m radial distance of the proposed quarry, there is one quarry lease

belonging to Sri. A. Karthikeyan, with a total extent of 3.831 Hectares, which was granted on 07th Nov. 2018 for 20 years and they have obtained EC, Vide EC No. DEIAA/AP/CTR-132/2018-132, dated 03-04-2018. Hence, as per the Gazette Notification No. S.O. 2269 (E), dated 01st July 2016, issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Govt. of India, the above quarry of Sri. A. Karthikeyan, becomes part of the cluster of the above proposed quarry of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites.

o As per the Office Memorandum No. F. No. L-11011/175/2018-IA-II(M), dated

12th Dec. 2018, the combined area in the cluster becomes 7.491 Hectares, which is crossing the threshold limit of 5 Hectares, the above proposal becomes “B2 at par with B1” category, and hence needs to carry-out Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Studies, followed by Public Consultation.

o The Proponent had applied for Environmental Clearance to State Environment

Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Andhra Pradesh and they have issued the Terms of Reference (ToR), for carrying-out Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) studies and preparation of an EIA/ EMP (Environmental Management Plan), for the proposed Colour Granite Quarrying, vide Lr No. SEIAA/AP/CTR/ MIN/ 04/2019/911-330, dated 26.02.2020.

o M/s Global Environment & Mining Services, Hospet, Karnataka, have been

retained by the Proponent to carry-out EIA Studies and preparation of EIA/EMP report. The baseline data collection (environmental monitoring) was conducted as per MOEF & CC norms for Winter Season (Jan. 2020 to Mar. 2020).

o Present summary is of the EIA report as per TOR and has been prepared as per generic structure given in Appendix III of EIA notification 2006 by MOEF & CC.

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o Colour Granite Mining is important for the Construction Industry, in domestic as

well as international market. o This is a new project & RQP has prepared the mining plan for mining of Colour

Granite, by maintaining proper safety standards.

o It is proposed to mine Colour Granite, at an average saleable production of 13,323 m3 per Annum and a maximum of 15,282 m3 per annum, by semi-mechanized open cast mining method.

o Life of the mine is about 11 years, considering an estimated mineable reserves of

7,58,859 m3 (incl. waste). The anticipated saleable quality granite will be of 20% of the total mined quantity (Recovery of 20%)

o The Estimated Geological and Mineable Reserves, are as under:

Description Geological Reserves m3 Mineable Reserves m3

Proved 5,14,856 4,10,962

Probable 5,48,944 3,47,897

TOTAL 10,63,800 7,58,859

o Local Geology: The lease area is comprises of Granite with strike trending in

North-South direction. The grain size of the Granite is medium. The less joint planes are observed in the area. The joint plane seems to be decreasing with respect to depth of persistence as seen in working pit present in the proposed lease area. The Colour Granite in the form of sheet rock formed from the intrusion of magma, it indicates this is the younger formation of Granitic rocks. Gneisses complex comprises of grey granite, pink granite and Gneisses granite. The rock in the lease area is slightly weathered at the top and weathering is not observed at the depth. The blocks removed from this area is fresh..

o Topography of the site: QL area is part of a hillock that is elevated by 260m from

the existing ground surface in the surroundings. QL area has a relief of 126m, with maximum and minimum elevation ranging between 686m and 560m MSL. Gradient of QL area with that of horizontal surface is16° to 18°. QL surface is gently sloping down towards north-west.

o There are no sensitive receptors or ecosystems or water bodies in the core zone. o Nearest Village Peddareddipalli is at 1.35 km. o There is no agriculture on the lease.

o Lithology of the Subject area: Soil Cover: Loose soil 0.5m-1.0m thick at the top

Grey Granite: Colour Granite (Infinite depth) but considered upto 15m below from the lowest surface level of the area.

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o Topography of the site: QL area is part of a hillock and has a relief of 40m, with

maximum and minimum elevation ranging between 786m and 746m MSL. Gradient of QL area with that of horizontal surface is 1:4 and the slope angle of the proposed area is 13°. QL surface indicates moderate slope.

o There are no sensitive receptors or ecosystems or water bodies in the core zone. o Nearest Village Peddareddipalle is at 0.9 km.

o There are no eco sensitive areas within 10 km of the lease. There are no major

industries within this area, except some granite cutting and polishing industries in the nearby Madanapalle town, at a distance of about 7-8 km from proposed quarry lease area.

Proposed Mining o The proposed mining is planned to be carried out by opencast semi mechanized

mining method. Combined extraction method with drilling, and diamond wire sawing will be applied in extraction of Colour granite blocks. Mining will be carried out by formation of benches of each 6.0m high, 6m width, during the plan period. The ultimate pit slope will be maintained at 60° during the plan period and the same will be retrieved to 3.0m width during conceptual stage where the ultimate pit slope will be increased to 63o. This will enable us for better mineral recovery from the blocked reserves.

o Initially thorny shrubs present in the proposed area of excavation will be removed. Then topsoil will be scraped using a wheel loader or a backhoe. Overburden is not anticipated in the lease area as the rock is not much weathered.

o For separation of primary blocks, either drilling and splitting or drilling with wire saw cutting technique, will be employed. It depends on various technical factors and decision will be made on site.

o After the working trench and the face for frontal excavation have been done, horizontal and vertical holes of 28 mm diameter will be drilled using compressor operated jack hammers. Holes will be closely spaced i.e., 0.20m in a straight line, using compressor operated jack hammers. Drill rods will be periodically replaced with the longer ones until the proposed depth or length of drilling is achieved.

o Drilled holes will be stuffed with calculated quantity of splitting agent and plugged from the top.

o The block gets separated from its parent rock, which will be dislodged from the face with excavator.

o In case of diamond wire sawing vertical and horizontal cuts are done. The cutting of lamellae with a diamond wire saw is done with two cuts. The first, the dimensions 6.0X1.7m is done from the rear side and the second, the dimensions 10.4X1.7m is done horizontally along the bottom. The vertical and horizontal drill holes will have the same direction to allow easy connection of the diamond wire saw.

o Once the primary blocks are dislodged from sheet rock, the block will be observed carefully on all faces for defects like hairline cracks, presence of veins and mineral segregations etc.

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o Depending upon the size, shape and defects in the primary block secondary blocks are cut using jack hammers by drilling vertical holes of 28mm followed by hydro blasting. Holes are drilled at 20 cm distance.

o In the above process of cutting secondary blocks a few defective and undersized blocks will be generated which will be considered as waste and transported to the waste dump area.

o Marketable blocks obtained will be shifted to stockyard, dressed symmetrically to perfect sizes and will be sent to polishing facility for further processing.

o The details of year wise excavation during the plan period, are as under:

Year Total ROM (m3)

Colour Granite (m3) ROM/ Waste Ratio

Top soil (m3)

OB/SB/ IB (m3) Saleable

@20% Waste @80%

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

I 56,153 11,231 44,922 1.0 : 4.0 7,103 Nil

II 62,466 12,493 49,973 1.0 : 4.0 3,866 Nil

III 66,987 13,397 53,590 1.0 : 4.0 2,876 Nil

IV 71,062 14,212 56,850 1.0 : 4.0 2,014 Nil

V 76,408 15,282 61,126 1.0 : 4.0 Nil Nil

Total 3,33,076 66,615 2,66,461 - 15,859 Nil

Avg. 66,615 13,323 53,292 - - -

Max. 76,408 15,282 61,126 - - -

o The Conceptual Mining Plan, is as under:

Period Total ROM (m3)

Top soil (m3)

OB/SB/ IB (m3)


Saleable @20% (m3)

Waste @80% (m3)

Plan 3,33,076 15,859 Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

1st Scheme 3,33,076 Nil Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

2nd Scheme 92,707 Nil Nil 18,541 74,166 1.0 : 4.0

TOTAL 7,58,859 15,859 Nil 1,51,771 6,07,088 1.0 : 4.0

Base line environmental quality: Air:

There are no industrial gaseous emission sources. Predominant wind directions during the study period are from ESE (25.5%), followed by SSE (22.7%), SE (15.5%) and E (13.0%). Average wind speed is 2.96 m /sec.

Atmospheric stability class at Madanapalle is “moderately unstable to slightly unstable” during the day. Area has mixed (rural & urban) setting.

Concentrations of criteria pollutants were found to be well below National air

quality criteria viz. PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx which are respectively 100, 60, 80

and 80 µg/m3. Predominant emissions during open cast mining operations would be generation

of particulate matter during drilling, wire saw cutting, loading/unloading and transportation activities.

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Noise: Ld, Ln &Ldn values were typical of rural background.

Lease (Core) dB(A)

Buffer (Min.) dB(A)

Buffer (Max.) dB(A)

Ld 38 40 52

Ln 36 36 48

Ldn 37 39 50

Sources of noise would be during drilling and wire saw cutting. Water: There are no surface sources viz. rivers/ lake in the lease area, except two (02) seasonal (non-perennial) first order streams, are originating on the outside of the lease area, on southern side. Also, one (01) first order stream is passing along the northern boundary of the lease area. The average annual rainfall in Chittoor District is about 976mm per year. As per the Ground Water Brochure (Sept. 2013) prepared for Chittoor District, by Central Ground Water Board, GoI, the average ground water levels in Madanapalle Mandal Region is about 10-20m BGL (Pre-Monsoon) and 5-10m BGL (Post-Monsoon). The ground water quality in and around the proposed lease area is slightly alkaline, with the pH levels ranging from 7.5 to 8.6. The total hardness is ranging from 230 to 596 mg/liter as CaCO3, whereas the Total Dissolved Solids content is varying between 420 to 920 mg/liter. The fluoride levels are ranging from 0.5 to 1.5 mg/liter and the nitrate levels are varying between 10 to 100 mg/liter. The sulphate levels are ranging from 45 to 210 mg/liter and the chloride levels are varying between 80 to 410 mg/liter. In general, the ground water quality in the study area, confirms to the permissible limits of IS:10500-2012 (Drinking Water Specification).

Surface runoffs during monsoon from lease will enter the quarry pits. Of this, some water will evaporate and some can slowly percolate down.

Solid waste: During the mining plan period, the mineral rejects are estimated to be 2,66,461 m3 and for the conceptual period, the total mineral rejection will be about 6,07,088 m3. Rejects will be dumped in the designated area within the lease site and its height will be about 40m height, stored in two terraces of 30m height and 10 m, as per IBM Norms. The waste dump will be provided with a toe wall and garland drain, to drain off the storm water. Leachates from granite dumps will be innocuous. Top Soil of about 15,859 m3 will be generated, which will be used for plantation works in the buffer zone as well as along the approach road.

Impacts: Land: There is some top soil, scattered at places, within the proposed lease area, but no agriculture. There are no existing quarry pits or dumps. One pit will be made during the operational phase of the quarry, leaving the buffer zone all around the quarry. Hence there would not be any major adverse impact on topography/drainage or on

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land use or agriculture. Appearance will continue to be as it is. Based on the present estimates, the mineable reserves can lost for 11 or 12 years, at the proposed rate of production. However, further exploration needs to be carries-out. Also, the geological records on these granite deposits state that considerable granite quantity would be present in the pit even after extracting the presently estimated mineable reserves, during the life of the mine, as per approved mining plan. Hence backfilling or reclamation of the mined out area is not proposed. Thus, mined out pit will be a “rainwater” storage structure till mining starts again. It is likely that recharge ground water aquifer takes place. Also reservoir water can be used for miscellaneous purposes like plantation, fish culture etc. During the lease period, about 2,66,461 m3 of mineral rejects (waste) is expected to be generated, which will be stored in the designated area of 0.7149 Hectares. During the conceptual period of mine, the anticipated waste generation will be about 6,07,088 m3, which will be, stored in an extent of 1.6993 hectares. This will be used for back-filling of the quarry pit, during the closure. These waste dumps are not expected to cause any adverse impact on the surrounding environment. Leachates from dumps will not contain any toxic material.

The Landuse details, in lease area, are as under:

Land use details

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Particulars

Existing land use (Ha)

Land use at the end of 5 years

(Ha)

Land use at end of the conceptual period (Ha)

1 Area under Mining 0.3251 1.6993 1.4047

2 Storage for Top Soil

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3 Waste Dump -- 0.7149 1.6993

4 Mineral Storage -- 0.1339 --

5 Infrastructure -- 0.0221 0.0221

6 Roads 0.0819 0.0819 --

7 Green Belt 0.0000 0.5339 0.5339

8 Untouched area 3.2530 0.4740

Total 3.6600 3.6600 3.6600

Air: As colour granite mining doesn’t involve typical mining activities like blasting etc., it is not proposed to cause any major adverse effects on the surrounding air environment. However, the activities like drilling, vehicle movement, etc., is likely to cause some increase in the dust content, within the lease area. Ground level concentrations as per AERMOD model for dispersion of air pollutants for lease area source show that there would not be any adverse impact on ambient air quality.

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Water: There would not be any impact on aquatic environment including hydrology, drainage or quality because a) there is no drain in the lease, b) ground water table will not be intercepted, c) dewatering of pits will not be required and d) granite pit water is suitable for irrigation. Regular monitoring for fluoride content is required.

Noise: Sources during mine operation would be drilling and wire saw cutting. Drillers would be exposed to about 75-80 dB(A). In this case, no blasting is involved. Pit-walls would absorb the vibrations due to drilling. Hence, there would not be any adverse impact. There are no structures over the lease area, as well as within 1 km radius of the quarry lease area. Biological: There is no sensitive fauna and flora or endangered species within 10 km radius of the lease. Lease is a part of Reserve Non-Forest area. However, this area is not known for any special kind of biodiversity. Project proponent will carry out plantation in scientific way. He will choose locally suitable species in consultation with local forest department.

Socioeconomic & health: There will not be any displacement on account of this project because land is an uninhabited land and no agriculture is being carried-out in the area, due to hard sheet rock spread over the entire lease area. Also, the proposed area has been notified in favour of the Project Proponent. It is proposed to a) prefer employment to deserving local persons in mining related trades like loading/unloading of granite blocks, waste handling, drilling etc., b) train residents of nearby villages for harvesting rain water, and sanitation practices etc., c) employment of local people for works related to development & maintenance of greenbelt and afforestation.

Monitoring schedule:

Env. segment Parameter Frequency

Water quality IS 10500 monthly

G.W. table Fluctuation in monsoon & post monsoon period

May & October

AAQ Particulate matter PM10 & PM2.5

during drilling, wire saw cutting - Monthly

Noise Equi. noise levels during drilling, wire saw cutting- Monthly

Health Pulmonary function, eye sight, audiometry, B.P., etc.

Annual record

Plantation Survival annual survival rate

Data analyses Efficiency of mitigation measures monthly

Plantation: The proposed quarry area and its buffer zone, has a rocky outcrop and hence it is not possible to take-up any plantation in the 7.5 m wide safety zone. However, it is proposed to take-up plantation, on either side of the approach road. It is proposed to

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plant about 500 locally suitable species, as part of green belt development. One cubic meter pits will be made on either side of the approach road and will be filled with top soil from lease area. Refuse or garbage will be added as per availability. Growth in the first year will be observed. Species will be chosen from the following and depending on availability.

Common name Botanical name

Nagamalli Millingtoniasp

Sunari Cassia fistula

Kanchan Bahuniavariegata&accuminate

Pink cassia Cassia nodasa&javanca

Bahada Ficusglomrata

Occupational Health & Safety Measures:

The employees working in the quarrying activity will be provided with suitable personnel protective equipment (PPE) like safety shoes, dust masks, helmets, etc. Also, they will be subjected to annual health check-up, particularly for hearing related illness and respiratory disorders. Protective shelters for workers with treated R.O. Water, First Aid facilities, Dining facility etc. will be provided.

Corporate Social Responsibility: A few are mentioned below: (i) Supply of Solar Street Lights

Solar Street lights will be installed in nearby villages within 2 km radius. Approximate cost is Rs. 20,000/ to Rs, 25,000/- per unit

(ii) Project Proponent will organize awareness camp amongst villagers to educate people on i) health -impact of excessive fluoride in water, ii) need for sound sanitation practice particularly with regard to water quality and sullage/ grey water management

(iii) Project Proponent will organize annual health camp, in the nearby villages. CSR – funds

Activity Anticipated funds/year Rs

Supply of Solar Street Lights Rs. 20,000 to 25,000/unit, and the budget allocated is about Rs. 2,00,000/- Annum

Awareness camps Rs. 50,000

Annual Health camps in the nearby villages

Rs. 1,00,000/- per camp

N.B. Costs are indicative

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Economics of project: Granite deposits in proposed quarry area are of good quality. It has high demand in the domestic as well as international market. The proposed land has a rocky patch and is non-productive and unsuitable for agriculture. Therefore mining will be in the interest of State revenue and of the people around. Direct and indirect employment to locals is assured. Lease is a rocky land in Non-Forest Govt. Land. It has some wild shrubs and thorny bushes. The rain water collected in the quarry pits will be used for purposes like dust suppression, tree watering etc. Therefore there would not any damage to environmental quality. Initiation of mining by M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites will improve revenue to the state without deterioration in environmental quality. On the contrary population in nearby villages will become aware of importance of potable water quality and sanitation. Openings for indirect employment to locals in plantation, loading/ unloading operations etc. are possible. Additional water supply source in form of pit-water, recharge of aquifer is likely.

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COMPLIANCE OF TERMS OF REFERENCE

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Terms of Reference Compliance

A Standard Terms of Reference

1) Year-wise production details since 1994 should be given, clearly stating the highest production achieved in any one year prior to 1994. It may also be categorically informed whether there had been any increase in production after the EIA Notification, 1994 came into force w.r.t. the highest production achieved prior to 1994.

Not applicable, in the present case as the project is coming for its EC for the first time.

2) A copy of the document in support of the fact that the Proponent is the rightful lessee of the mine should be given.

The order issued by the Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of A.P, is enclosed as Annexure-2, Page No. 100

3) All documents including approved mine plan, EIA and public hearing should be compatible with one another in terms of the mine lease area, production levels, waste generation and its management and mining technology and should be in the name of the lessee.

Mining Plan is approved for an average saleable production of 13,323 m3 per annum and the maximum saleable production is about 15,282 m3 per Annum. All the documents are compatible with one another, with reference to lease area, production levels, waste generation etc. and all documents are in the name of the lessee only.

4) All corner coordinates of the mine lease area, superimposed on a High Resolution Imagery/topography sheet, geomorphology and geology of the area should be provided. Such an Imagery of the proposed area should clearly show the land use and other ecological features of the study area (core and buffer zone).

We have enclosed the Topo-sheet extract of 10 km radius (Annexure 3: Page 102); Landuse/Land Cover Map (Annexure 9: Page 108); Satellite imagery (Annexure 10: Page 109).

5) Information should be provided on Survey of India Topo-sheet in 1:50,000 scale indicating geological map of the area, geomorphology of landforms of the area, existing minerals and mining history of the area, important water bodies, streams and rivers and soil characteristics.

Toposheet showing the project area, and 10 km buffer zone around it, in 1:50000 scale, has been enclosed, as Annexure-3 (Page No. 102). Also, the Refer Annexure 6 (Page 105) for Geological Map of Chittoor District; Annexure 7 (Page 106) for Soil Map of Chittoor District; Annexure 8 (Page 107) for Geomorphological Map of Chittoor District.

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6) Details about the land proposed for mining activities should be given with information as to whether mining conforms to the landuse policy of the state, land diversion for mining should have approval from landuse board or the concerned authorities.

The proposed quarry area, is part of Non- Forest Government Land and the proponent has obtained the In-Principle Grant of Quarry Lease (in the form of Letter of Intent, LoI), for carrying-out the mining activities, vide Notice No. 12971/R5-1/2018 dated 08th Jan. 2019, for a period of 20 years.

7) Does the company have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its Board of Directors? If so, it may be spelt out in the EIA report with description of the prescribed operating process/ procedures to bring into focus any infringement/ deviation/violation of the environmental or forest norms/ conditions? The hierarchical system or administrative order of the Company to deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the EC conditions may also be given. The system of reporting of non-compliances / violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the Company and/or shareholders or stakeholders at large may also be detailed in the EIA report.

Yes, the Environmental Policy approved by the Proponent is enclosed, as part of this Report. Refer Para 2.11, Page 37 and Annexure-4 (Page No. 103). The organization chart has been given as Annexure-5 (Page No. 104).

8) Issues relating to Mine Safety, including subsidence study in case of underground mining and slope study in case of open cast mining, blasting study etc. should be detailed. The proposed safeguard measures in each case should also be provided.

In the proposed granite quarry, there will not be any heavy blasting, except usage of non-explosive cracking powder. Being an open cast mine, it is proposed to follow a pit slope of 45o, to maintain the mine safety. For details, Refer Para 2.12, Page 39 and Table 6 (Page 33)

9) The study area will comprise of 10 km zone around the mine lease from lease periphery and the data contained in the EIA such as waste generation etc. should be for the life of the mine / lease period.

Study is carried out for 10 Km area around the proposed mine lease for carrying out EIA. For Waste generation Refer Table 4, Page No. 27 & Para 3.8 (Page 60).

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10) Land use of the study area delineating forest area, agricultural land, grazing land, wildlife sanctuary, national park, migratory routes of fauna, water bodies, human settlements and other ecological use features should be indicated. Land use plan of the mine lease area should be prepared to encompass preopera-tional, operational and post operational phases and submitted. Impact, if any, of change of land use should be given.

Refer Para 3.2.1 Page 42, Table 9 (Page 43) for Landuse details.

11) Details of the land for any Over Burden Dumps outside the mine lease, such as extent of land area, distance from mine lease, its land use, R and R issues, if any, should be given.

Over Burden Dumps are NOT proposed outside the lease area.

12) A Certificate from the Competent Authority in the State Forest Department should be provided, confirming the involvement of Non-Forest Govt. Land, if any, in the project area. In the event of any contrary claim by the Project Proponent regarding the status of forests, the site may be inspected by the State Forest Department along with the Regional Office of the Ministry to ascertain the status of forests, based on which, the Certificate in this regard as mentioned above be issued. In all such cases, it would be desirable for representative of the State Forest Department to assist the Expert Appraisal Committees.

The proposed land being non-forest government revenue land, this condition is not applicable.

13) Status of forestry clearance for the broken up area and virgin Non-Forest Govt. Land involved in the Project including deposition of net present value (NPV) and compensatory afforestation (CA) should be indicated. A copy of the forestry clearance should also be furnished.


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15) The vegetation in the RF / PF areas in the study area, with necessary details, should be given.

Details are included in Para No. 3.6, Chapter 3 of the EIA Report (from Page Nos. 51) and Table No. 16 (Page 52).

16) A study shall be got done to ascertain the impact of the Mining Project on wildlife of the study area and details furnished. Impact of the project on the wildlife in the surrounding and any other protected area and accordingly detailed mitigative measures required, should be worked out with cost implications and submitted.

No wild life in surrounding and other protected area is involved. Refer Para No. 3.6, Chapter 3 of the EIA Report (from Page Nos. 51) and Table No. 16 (Page 52) for flora and fauna observed / recorded during field survey.

17) Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger/Elephant Reserves/(existing as well as proposed), if any, within 10 km of the mine lease should be clearly indicated, supported by a location map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden. Necessary clearance, as may be applicable to such projects due to proximity of the ecologically sensitive areas as mentioned above, should be obtained from the State Wildlife Department/Chief Wildlife Warden under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and copy furnished.

No National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger/ Elephant Reserves are existing as well as proposed within 10 Km of mine lease area.

No clearance is required.

18) A detailed biological study of the study area [core zone and buffer zone (10 km radius of the periphery of the mine lease)] shall be carried out. Details of flora and fauna, duly authenticated, separately for core and buffer zone should be furnished based on such primary field survey, clearly indicating the Schedule of the fauna present. In case of any schedule-I fauna found in the study area, the necessary plan for their conservation should be prepared in consultation with State Forest and Wildlife Department and details furnished. Necessary allocation of funds for implementing the same should be made as part of the project cost. The Conservation Plan for Schedule-I species shall be approved by the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Government.

Refer Para No. 3.6, Chapter 3 of the EIA Report (from Page Nos. 51) and Table No. 16 (Page 52) for flora and fauna observed / recorded during field survey.

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19) Proximity to Areas declared as ‘Critically Polluted’ or the Project areas likely to come under the ‘Aravali Range’, (attracting court restrictions for mining operations), should also be indicated and where so required, clearance certifications from the prescribed Authorities, such as the SPCB or State Mining Dept. Should be secured and furnished to the effect that the proposed mining activities could be considered.

Proposed lease does not fall under Critically Polluted area or under “Aravali range”.

20) Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ map duly authenticated by one of the authorized agencies demarcating LTL. HTL, CRZ area, location of the mine lease w.r.t CRZ, coastal features such as mangroves, if any, should be furnished. (Note: The Mining Projects falling under CRZ would also need to obtain approval of the concerned Coastal Zone Management Authority).

Not applicable since proposed lease does not fall under CRZ area.

21) R and R Plan/compensation details for the Project Affected People (PAP) should be furnished. While preparing the R and R Plan, the relevant State/National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy should be kept in view. In respect of SCs /STs and other weaker sections of the society in the study area, a need based sample survey, family-wise, should be undertaken to assess their requirements, and action programmes prepared and submitted accordingly, integrating the sectoral programmes of line departments of the State Government. It may be clearly brought out whether the village located in the mine lease area will be shifted or not. The issues relating to shifting of Village including their R and R and socio-economic aspects should be discussed in the report.

Not applicable since there are no weaker sections or other displaced persons in the land notified in favour of the Project Proponent i.e. Letter of Intent issued by Dept. of Mines & Geology, in the name of the Project Proponent.

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22) One season (non-monsoon) [i.e. March-May (Summer Season); October-December (post monsoon season); December-February (winter season)] primary

baseline data on ambient air quality as per

CPCB Notification of 2009, water quality, noise level, soil, flora and fauna shall be collected and the AAQ and other data so compiled presented date-wise in the EIA and EMP Report. Site-specific meteorological data should also be collected. The location of the monitoring stations should be such as to represent whole of the study area and justified keeping in view the pre-dominant downwind direction and location of sensitive receptors. There should be at least one monitoring station within 500 m of the mine lease in the pre-dominant downwind direction. The Mineralogical composition of PM 10, particularly for free silica, should be given.

Refer Chapter 3, Table 10: Chemical Properties of Soil Page 44. Annexure 17: Site Specific Meteorological Data Page 123. Annexure 16: Ambient Air Quality Monitored Data Page 120. Table 14: Ground Water Quality Analysis Page 49. Table 15: Noise Monitored Data Page 51.

23) Air quality modeling should be carried out for prediction of impact of the project on the air quality of the area. It should also take into account the impact of movement of vehicles for transportation of mineral. The details of the model used and input parameters used for modeling should be provided. The air quality contours may be shown on a location map clearly indicating the location of the site, location of sensitive receptors, if any, and the habitation. The wind roses showing pre-dominant wind direction may also be indicated on the map.

The present operations involve wire saw cutting. This process is essentially carried out with water. Hence there will not be any dust generation. Other processes that generate dust are drilling and vehicular movement. Steps are proposed to subside the dust.

24) The water requirement for the Project, its availability and source should be furnished. A detailed water balance should also be provided. Fresh water requirement for the Project should be indicated.

Refer Para 3.4.1 page 46, Table 12 (Page 46) for Water Budget Drinking water will be delivered by tankers from nearby village.

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25) Necessary clearance from the competent authority for drawl of requisite quantity of water for the Project should be provided.

Water will be sourced by tankers from village. No ground water drawl is proposed.

26) Description of water conservation measures proposed to be adopted in the Project should be given. Details of rainwater harvesting proposed in the Project, if any, should be provided.

Refer Para 4.3.4, Page 63

27) Impact of the project on the water quality, both surface and ground water should be assessed and necessary safeguard measures, if any required, should be provided.

Refer Para 4.3, Page 63

28) Based on actual monitored data, it may clearly be shown whether working will intersect groundwater. Necessary data and documentation in this regard may be provided. In case the working will intersect groundwater table, a detailed Hydro Geological Study should be undertaken and Report furnished. Necessary permission from Central Ground Water Authority for working below ground water and for pumping of ground water should also be obtained and copy furnished.

The working depth of the proposed quarry, will not intersect with the ground water, due to the fact that the hillock is at a height of above 120 m, from the surrounding ground level. The operations are planned upto a depth of 52 m from the top most point, which will be still 68 m above the level of adjacent ground.

29) Details of any stream, seasonal or otherwise, passing through the lease area and modification/ diversion proposed, if any, and the impact of the same on the hydrology should be brought out.

Two unnamed seasonal (non-perennial) first order streams are emanating from the North of the Quarry Lease Area. Precautions are proposed to ensure that these are not polluted.

30) Information on site elevation, working depth, groundwater table etc. Should be provided both in AMSL and bgl. A schematic diagram may also be provided for the same.

Schematic diagram enclosed

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31) A time bound progressive greenbelt development plan shall be prepared in a tabular form (indicating linear and quantitative coverage, plant species and time frame) and submitted keeping in mind, the same will have to be executed upfront on commencement of the project. Phase-wise plan of plantation and compensatory afforestation should be charted clearly indicating the area to be covered under plantation and the species to be planted. The details of plantation already done should be given. The plant species selected for greenbelt should have greater ecological value and should be of good utility value to the local population with emphasis on local and native species and the species which are tolerant to pollution.

Refer Table No. 26 & 27, Page 71 & 72.

32) Impact on local transport infrastructure due to the Project should be indicated. Projected increase in truck traffic as a result of the Project in the present road network (including those outside the Project area) should be worked out, indicating whether it is capable of handling the incremental load. Arrangement for improving the infrastructure, if contemplated (including action to be taken by other agencies such as State Government) should be covered. Project proponent shall conduct Transportation Study as per Indian Road Congress

Based on estimated maximum annual saleable production there will not be any significant impact on the traffic. As per the planned production, the daily quantity of blocks transported is about 50-52 cubic meters. Each truck carries around 5 cubic meters on an average. Thus there will be a maximum of 10-11 trucks/day, travelling on the local network (Madanapalle-Punganur Highway), in addition to the existing traffic.

33) Details of the onsite shelter and facilities to be provided to the mine workers should be included in the EIA report.

The facilities to be provided in the mines are detailed in Mines Rules 1955 (Draft amendments in 2019). They are rest shelters, drinking water, urinals, canteen etc. will be provided.

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34) Conceptual post mining land use and Reclamation and Restoration of mined out areas (with plans and with adequate number of sections) should be given in the EIA report.

Refer Table 4, Page 27 for Conceptual Land Use. The conceptual plans & sections, are included as Annexure-13 (Page Nos. 115). Plan for reclamation and final restoration of mined out area, will be submitted at the time of final quarry closure plan.

35) Occupational Health impacts of the Project should be anticipated and the proposed preventive measures spelt out in detail. Details of pre-placement medical examination and periodical medical examination schedules should be incorporated in the EMP. The project specific occupational health mitigation measures with required facilities proposed in the mining area may be detailed.

Refer Para 7.2.1 page 73, Table 28 for Hazards & Risk associated, Page 73.

36) Public health implications of the Project and related activities for the population in the impact zone should be systematically evaluated and the proposed remedial measures should be detailed along with budgetary allocations.

Not envisaged due to the fact that, there is no any kind of blasting involved in the proposed mining project. Further, there is no habitation within close vicinity of 500m radial distance from the proposed quarry lease area.

37) Measures of socio economic significance and influence to the local community proposed to be provided by the Project Proponent should be indicated. As far as possible, quantitative dimensions may be given with time frames for implementation.

Refer Para 7.5, Page 76 a capital budget of Rs. 2.5 lacs with recurring budget of Rs. 1.50 Lacs/ annum is earmarked to address activities of socioeconomic concerns.

Refer Para 7.6, Page 77 a capital budget of Rs. 1.0 Lakhs, which is 2 % of Project cost is earmarked for Corporate Environment Responsibility needs.

38) Detailed environmental management plan to mitigate the environmental impacts which, should inter-alia include the impacts of change of land use, loss of agricultural and grazing land, if any, occupational health impacts besides other impacts specific to the proposed Project.

Refer Chapter 10, page 80

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39) Public hearing points raised and commitment of the project proponent on the same along with time bound action plan to implement the same should be provided and also incorporated in the final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.

This document is prepared for public hearing only and will be updated, based on public hearing feedbacks.

40) Details of litigation pending against the project, if any, with direction / order passed by any Court of Law against the project should be given.

No litigation or Court Case is pending against Project, in any Court of Law

41) The cost of the project (capital cost and recurring cost) as well as the cost towards implementation of EMP should clearly be spelt out.

Refer Chapter 10, Para 10.5 (Page 82) and Table 31 (Page 82), for EMP implementation budget. The estimated capital cost of the project is about Rs. 55 Lakhs.

42) A Disaster Management Plan shall be prepared and included in the EIA/ EMP Report

Refer, Para 7.2, Page No. 73

43) Benefits of the Project, if the project is implemented should be spelt out. The benefits of the project shall clearly indicate environmental, social, economic, employment potential etc.

Refer Chapter 8 and 9, Page No. 78 & 79

44) Besides the above, the below mentioned general points are also to be followed

a) Executive Summary of the EIA/EMP Report

Refer Page No. 01-09

b) All documents to be properly referenced with index and continuous page numbering

Noted and taken due care in indexing and page numbering of all the documents.

c) Where data are presented in the Report especially in Tables, the period in which the data were collected and the sources should be indicated.

Noted and taken care.

d) Project Proponent shall enclose all the analysis/testing reports of water, air, soil, noise etc. using the MoEF&CC/ NABL accredited laboratories. All the original analysis/testing reports should be available during appraisal of the Project.

All analysis reports, are available, for appraisal purpose.

e) Where the documents provided are in a language other than English, an English translation should be provided.

All documents are in English language only.

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f) The Questionnaire for environmental appraisal of mining projects as devised earlier by the Ministry shall also be filled and submitted.

Noted

g) While preparing the EIA report, the instructions for the Proponents and instructions for the Consultants issued by MoEF&CC vide O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-IA.II(I) dated 4th August, 2009, which are available on the website of this Ministry, should be followed.

Noted and followed.

h) Changes, if any made in the basic scope and project parameters (as submitted in Form-I and the PFR for securing the TOR) should be brought to the attention of MoEF&CC with reasons for such changes and permission should be sought, as the TOR may also have to be altered. Post Public Hearing changes in structure and content of the draft EIA/EMP (other than modifications arising out of the P.H. process) will entail conducting the PH again with the revised documentation.

As such there are no changes in the project parameters.

i) As per the circular no. J-11011/618/2010-IA.II(I) dated 30.5.2012, certified report of the status of compliance of the conditions stipulated in the environment clearance for the existing operations of the project, should be obtained from the Regional Office of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, as may be applicable.

This is a new proposal. Hence Certified Compliance Report from Regional Office of MoEFCC, is not applicable.

j) The EIA report should also include (i) surface plan of the area indicating contours of main topographic features, drainage and mining area, (ii) geological maps and sections and (iii) sections of the mine pit and external dumps, if any, clearly showing the land features of the adjoining area.

Refer Annexure 11 (Page 110) for Surface Geological Plan & Sections; Annexure 12 (Page 112) for Production & Development Plan and Sections and Annexure 13 (Page 115) for Conceptual Plan & Sections

B Additional Terms of Reference

i Protection measures to be provided to the storm water drain towards north-west side from the mine lease area. PM to 6:00 AM

The protective measures, are included and detailed in Para No. 4.3.3, page No. 63 of EIA report.

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose of the Report: Project proponent M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites (Prop.: Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh), had proposed for extraction of Colour Granite, in an extent of 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land, located in Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh State. The Proponent has obtained the In-Principle Grant of Lease, in the form of a Letter of Intent (LoI), from the Department of Mines & Geology, Andhra Pradesh, vide Notice No. 12971/R5-1/2018, dated 08-01-2019, for a period of Twenty (20) years, subject to submission of Approved Mining Plan under Rule 7(a) of APMMC Rules, 1966 along with Consent for Establishment from A.P. Pollution Control Board & Environment Clearance from Ministry of Environment & Forests as per Environment Impact Assessment Notification through S.O. 1533, dated 14.09.2006. Copy of the LoI issued by the Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh is enclosed as Annexure-2. Now, the Proponent had applied for Environmental Clearance (EC) from State level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Andhra Pradesh. In line with the provisions of Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification 2006 (incl. its amendments from time to time), the SEIAA, Andhra Pradesh had issued the Standard Terms of Reference (ToR) along with additional Terms of Reference, for carrying-out EIA Studies and preparation of an EIA/EMP Report, for onward submission to the State level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC), for appraisal for issue of Environmental Clearance. Copies of the ToR issued by SEIAA, Andhra Pradesh, is enclosed as Annexure 1. The proposed Quarry area has already been notified in favour of the proponent i.e. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites (vide Annexure-2).

To carry-out the EIA Studies and to prepare the EIA/ EMP (Environment Management Plan) Reports, M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, have engaged a consultant viz. M/s Global Environment & Mining Services, Hospet, Bellary District, Karnataka. Environmental monitoring was conducted as per MOEF & CC norms for post-monsoon season for the period January 2020 to March 2020. This EIA report contains information as per TOR and has been prepared as per generic structure given in Appendix III of EIA notification 2006 by MOEF & CC, Govt. of India. 1.2 Identification of the project & project proponent: 1.2.1 Project: This proposal is for mining of Colour Granite Dimensional Blocks, using drilling and wire saw cutting techniques. There will not be any kind of blasting, for production of colour granite blocks. The proposed quarry is envisaged to produce Colour Granite @ a maximum of 15,282 m3/ Annum (Saleable Granite) and @ 13,323 m3/ Annum (Saleable Granite) average. The proposed mine will be a semi-mechanized open cast mining, from a lease of 3.660 Ha. allotted to M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites for a period of 20 years. The proposed Colour Granite quarry is part of Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village, Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh. The nearest village to the proposed area is Peddareddipalli, at a distance of 0.9 Km. There is no agriculture on the proposed land.

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1.2.2 Project Proponent: M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, is a Proprietary Firm owned by Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh, a resident of Chittoor Town in Andhra Pradesh. The contact details of the proponent, are as under: Name: Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh,

Address: M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites

Prop.: Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh D. No. 22-1091, GF-3, Vavi Apartments SBI Colony, Kongareddypalli, Chittoor-517001, Chittoor District, A.P.

Contact Tel: + 91-9787399026

The Organization Chart of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites is enclosed as Annexure-5

M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites has engaged Sri. B. Ramasubba Reddy of M/s Techno Mining Solutions, as their RQP (Recognized Qualified Person), for preparation of the mining/ quarry plan for mining of Colour Granite from the 3.660 Ha. of lease area.

1.3 Brief description of the nature, size, location of the project and its importance to

region: It is proposed to mine Colour Granite of 15,282 m3/ annum (maximum) and an average of 13,323 m3/ annum, from an extent of 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land located in Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village, Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, by opencast semi-mechanized mining method as per approved mining plan. The recovery of Colour Granite has been considered as 20% and there will be a waste generation of 80%. Based on an average annual saleable quantity of 13,323 m3/ annum, and considering the mineable reserves (proved) of 1,51,772 m3, the anticipated life of the quarry will be about 11 Years. However, the Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, has accorded in-principle approval for a period of 20 years. There are no eco-sensitive areas, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, bio-spheres, etc. within 10 km of the lease area. There are no industries within this area.

This proposal of mining has been proposed due to the fact that there is enough demand for Colour Granite in domestic as well as international market, from the construction industry.

1.4 Scope of the study: Based on the application submitted by the proponent, the SEAC, Andhra Pradesh, has recommended for issue of Standard Terms of Reference (ToR), along with few additional ToR, to carry-out the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies and prepare the EIA/ EMP (Environmental Management Plan). Accordingly, SEIAA had issued the ToR, vide their letter No. SEIAA/AP/CTR/MIN/04/2019/911-330, dated 26.02.2020. The ToR issued by SEIAA, is the scope of EIA studies for region within 10 km radius from the proposed lease area. Copy of the ToR issued by SEIAA, AP, is enclosed at Annexure 1.

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Baseline data pertaining to ambient air quality, information on hydrogeology and water quality, land use etc. was collected as per MOEF&CC criteria. Probable impacting activities during proposed mining activity were identified. Particulate matter emissions were predicted by emission factor approach for drilling, wire saw cutting, transportation activities etc. Impacts on water quality and quantity impacts were considered. Impact on land use, socio economic status during project activities have been considered.

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CHAPTER 2: PROJECT DETAILS

2.1 Type of project: Open cast Colour Granite mining by semi-mechanized method to produce about 13,323 m3/ annum (average) saleable granite, and a maximum of 15,282 m3/ annum from a lease area of 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land is proposed. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, Chittoor has obtained the necessary clearances from concerned authorities and is in possession of Letter of Intent (in-principle approval) from the Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of A.P. for 3.660 Ha area. Lease is part of Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village, Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, in Andhra Pradesh. The Lease Period authorized by Govt. of Andhra Pradesh is 20 years and considering the average annual production of 13,323 m3/ annum, the anticipated life of the mine will be about 11 Years. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites has proposed to start mining over the proposed area, after securing all applicable statutory clearances.

2.2 Need for the project: Colour Granite, in general, has its importance all over the world, in the construction industry, in the form of flooring, table tops, kitchen slabs, monuments, decorational purposes, etc. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites has opted for Colour Granite mining in the proposed area, due to its proximity to major cities like Chittoor, Bangalore, Chennai, Vijayawada, Hyderabad etc.

2.3 Location: The proposed Colour Granite Quarry of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, is located in Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village & Mandal, in Chittoor District. The proposed Granite Quarry Lease area, falls within a Latitude and Longitude of 13o 29’ 24.98663” N to 13o 29’ 32.43858”N and 78o 30’ 57.09246”E to 78o 31’ 06.08814” E respectively. The proposed Quarry Lease area falls on the Survey of India Topo Sheet No. 57 K/11. The Quarry Lease is located 5.7kms due South of the Mandal headquarters. One can easy to reach the proposed lease area from mandal headquarters. After travelling 3.0kms from Madanapalle towards Punganur via Madanapalle-Punganur road (NH-219), take Right and travel 4.5 kms on cart road. The Quarry Lease area is located 69kms due North-West of the district Headquarters of Chittoor. The nearest village Peddareddipalle is about 0.9kms from the mine lease area. The nearest State Highway is SH-82, at about 6 km from the proposed lease area. The nearest National Highway is NH-219, at about 3 km and Madanapalle Railway Station is the nearest Railway Station at about 6 km from the proposed quarry lease area. The nearest airport is Renigunta Airport that is at distance of 112 km from the QL area. The nearest seaport is Chennai port, 197 km from the QL area. The administrative map, showing the location of the proposed Colour Granite quarry, is shown below:

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Location Map of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, Colour Granite Quarry

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The GPS coordinates of the lease boundary are given below in Table 1.

Table 1: GPS Readings of the QL Area

Point Name Easting Northing Latitude Longitude

A 231140.419 1492714.284 N13°29'24.98663" E78°30'59.12172"

B 231081.184 1492894.815 N13°29'30.83830" E78°30'57.09246"

Q 231196.527 1492928.61 N13°29'31.97534" E78°31'00.91431"

C 231265.619 1492942.155 N13°29'32.43858" E78°31'03.20587"

D 231350.979 1492806.827 N13°29'28.06555" E78°31'06.08814"

Map Datum WGS – 84; Grid : UTM Zone : 44N SOI Topo-sheet : 57 K/11

2.4 Size /magnitude of operations:

Lease is 3.660 Ha.

Table 2: Estimated Reserves

Description Geological Reserves m3

Reserves Blocked In Buffer Zone m3

Reserves Blocked In Benches m3

Mineable Reserves m3

Proved 5,14,856 47,772 56,058 4,11,026

Probable 5,48,944 47,323 1,53,788 3,47,833 TOTAL 10,63,800 95,095 2,09,846 7,58,859

Recovery of Granite i.e. Saleable Granite @ 20% 1,51,772

Waste in the form of rejected/ broken pieces @ 80% 6,07,087

There are no sensitive receptors or ecosystems or water bodies like sanctuaries, biospheres etc. in core and buffer zones. Nearest Village Peddareddipalli is at 0.9 Km. There is no agriculture on the lease. Mining will be in an environment-friendly manner with a) water sprinkling for dust control, b) transportation of waste in covered vehicles and c) plantation on both sides of the approach road.

2.4.1 Magnitude of operations:

2.4.1.1 Open cast Semi-mechanized method of mining

2.4.1.2 Maximum saleable annual production: 15,282 m3/ year

2.4.1.3 Total Excavation (ROM) during conceptual period: 7,58,859 m3.

2.4.1.4 Resulting Top Soil (incl. subsoil): 15,859 m3

2.4.1.5 Total Mineral Rejects/ Waste: 6,07,087 m3.

2.4.1.6 Saleable Granite in conceptual period @ 20%: 1,51,772 m3.

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Table 3: Proposed Production Plan during Plan Period

Year Total ROM (m3)


Top soil (m3)


@20% Waste @80%

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

I 56,153 11,231 44,922 1.0 : 4.0 7,103 Nil

II 62,466 12,493 49,973 1.0 : 4.0 3,866 Nil

III 66,987 13,397 53,590 1.0 : 4.0 2,876 Nil

IV 71,062 14,212 56,850 1.0 : 4.0 2,014 Nil

V 76,408 15,282 61,126 1.0 : 4.0 Nil Nil

Total 3,33,076 66,615 2,66,461 - 15,859 Nil

Avg. 66,615 13,323 53,292 - - -

Max. 76,408 15,282 61,126 - - -

Table 4: Proposed Production Plan during Conceptual Period Period Total

ROM (m3) Top soil

(m3) OB/SB/ IB (m3)


Saleable @20% (m3)

Waste @80% (m3)

Plan 3,33,076 15,859 Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

1st Scheme 3,33,076 Nil Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

2nd Scheme 92,707 Nil Nil 18,541 74,166 1.0 : 4.0

TOTAL 7,58,859 15,859 Nil 1,51,771 6,07,088 1.0 : 4.0

2.4.2 Mining related activities: The proposed mining is planned to be carried out by open cast-semi-

mechanized method of mining, in this proposed mining area by using compressor operated jack hammer drills, excavators and dumpers etc. Transport will be made by trucks to dispatching points (Rail head/Port).

Hydraulic excavator will be used to remove the over burden, Shifting of Blocks and waste removal etc. Compressor operated jack hammers will be used to drill the holes as preparatory work before cutting the Block by using Wire saw. Close spaced drilling of 0.2m was adopted along a straight line and charged with heating agent in powder form opencast semi mechanized mining method.

Separation of large primary Blocks from the mother rock by pre-splitting (Primary cut): This technique has been in vogue since 1984, undergoing modifications and up gradation. In homogeneous rock, apart from vertical cutting, horizontal cuts are also made. A Pneumatic drilling unit with its down the hole hammer device prepares the mother rock to receive the diamond wire for sawing by making two drill holes one vertical and other horizontal, both the holes meeting at right angles and through them diamond wire is passed and then tensioned for sawing.

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The equipment is fully automatic with provisions for auto stopping during

emergencies such as wire breakage, motor overheating. The aluminium flywheel, directly connected with the motor to minimize the power lacks, it can rotate on 360o to make any kind of cut. For releasing any granite block from sheet rock, it is essential to develop free faces at least on two sides besides the top portion. Once the free faces on either side are established the sheet joints will determine the process and level of exploitation. The jointing pattern has to be studied to get an idea for systematic development of mine.

The diamond wire saw has many advantages to its credit such as 1) Reduced Consumption of Explosives. 2) Reduced noise level 3) Reduced Loss of material 4) Simple to use and saves squaring operation.

Sub Division of large primary blocks into Secondary block: Once the granite boulder removed from the parent rock it will be reduced to respective sizes depending upon the buyer’s requirement. This will be done drilling of a series of closely spaced holes (along a line) down to the depth. The depth of the hole depends on the height of the boulder and the holes are drilled up to the bottom leaving about a foot at the base. The holes have to be perfectly straight and vertical. So, the vertical split will be obtained. Line drilling machines can be used to drill straight holes. Feather and wedges are inserted into the holes and hammered continuously applying uniform force and the boulder splits vertically.

Production of Commercial Blocks: After primary separation the rock mass, it will be carefully examined to avoid hair line cracks, mineral segregations and veins etc. The dressing of the rough blocks will be made by chipping the edges and geometrically equating the edges of the block at the dressing yard. The rough blocks obtained after primary cut it will be dressed for obtained good geometric shape of granite. Thus the commercial blocks are produced.

Progressive Backfilling is proposed, from the end of the present plan period, due to the fact that, the waste/ mineral rejects will be used for partial back filling. The mining pit will be partially left open, after completion of the present lease period, which can act as reservoir for water during monsoon.

First Mining plan was approved by Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of A.P., on 07.02.2019, vide Letter No. 279/MP-PLNR/2019.

The proposed Colour Granite quarry, is a new proposal, and no excavation has been done, so far, in the lease area. Hence, it is not a violation proposal.

Mining operations are expected to commence from 2020-21 onwards.

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2.4.3 Drilling and Blasting: Drill hole pattern will be uniform single lined pattern, equidistance holes from

0.33mtrs to 0.75 mtrs, 4.5 mtrs in depth. Drill hole diameter - 34mm Spacing depends upon the size of the boulder, in general it 15cms from hole to hole for better splitting.

No explosives and Blasting operations are involved in this area applied for mine lease. In this area the following modern methods are proposed and implemented.

1) Primary cutting is done with Diamond wire saw machine. 2) Secondary Cutting and squaring of blocks are carried out by Line drilling machines of lesser capacity and splitting the blocks by using feather and wedges. 3) Silent non-explosive demolishing agent like ACCONEX (Chemical Powder).

Blocks are dislodged from sheet Rock by using Diamond wire saw Machines, and Chemical Powder. The excavated blocks are carefully examined for any natural defects such as joints, cracks growth etc., and such defects are removed by manually using feather and wedges.

2.4.4 Extent of Mechanization

Table 5: List of Machineries in Proposed Quarry

Sl. No. Type of machine No

1 Excavator 3 2 Compressors 2

3 Jack hammers 4 4 Line Drilling Machines 2 5 Diamond Wire Saw Machine 2 6 Crane 1 7 Tippers 2 8 Water Tankers 1

2.5 Proposed schedule for approval and implementation: M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites has followed the standard schedule for approval of this mining project and is as given below-

a) Submission of mining plan to Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of A.P. and

obtaining the approval from the Dept. b) Apply for TOR to SEIAA, Andhra Pradesh c) Presentation with SEAC, Andhra Pradesh for obtaining ToR d) Monitoring of base line environmental quality e) Preparation of Draft EIA and EMP Report f) Submission of draft EIA report to APPCB for Public Consultation

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g) Public Consultation will be done as per the guideline h) Receipt of Public Consultation minutes from the authority (APPCB) i) Submission of final EIA report to SEAC for E.C appraisal.

2.6 Technology and process description: The proposed mining will be Open-Cast Semi-Mechanized method, which includes separation of primary blocks from mother rock, production of secondary blocks etc. Detailed mining process, has been explained in Para No. 2.4.2 above.

2.7 Project description: Lease details:

2.7.1 Location: This 3.660 Ha. Colour Granite Quarry of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, is located in Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh. The lease area is spread between Latitude and Longitude of 13o 29’ 24.98663” N to 13o 29’ 32.43858”N and 78o 30’ 57.09246”E to 78o 31’ 06.08814” E respectively.

2.7.2 Connectivity: The Quarry Lease is located 5.7kms due South of the Mandal headquarters. One can easy to reach the proposed lease area from mandal headquarters. After travelling 3.0kms from Madanapalle towards punganur via Madanapalle-Punganur road (NH-219). Take Right and travel 4.5 kms on cart road. The Quarry Lease area is located 69kms due North-West of the district Headquarters of Chittoor. The nearest village Peddareddipalle is about 0.9kms from the mine lease area. The nearest State Highway is SH-82, at about 6 km from the proposed lease area. The nearest National Highway is NH-219, at about 3 km and Madanapalle Railway Station is the nearest Railway Station at about 6 km from the proposed quarry lease area. The nearest airport is Renigunta Airport that is at distance of 112 km from the QL area. The nearest seaport is Chennai port, 197 km from the QL area. 2.7.3 Topography: This proposed mine Lease Area Land constitutes the waste rocky land (Govt. Barren Land) and is located on mound. The area is devoid of any forest or major tree cover. It comprises shrubs only. There are no prominent natural drainage channels in the area. The topographical features are depicted in the surface plan, which is enclosed as Annexure-11. The highest elevation of the Mine Lease area is 786m RL and lowest level of the mine lease area is 746m RL. The difference between the highest and lowest elevations of the area is 40m. The Gradient of the lease area is 1:4, indicating a one unit rise to 4 units of horizontal distance. The slope angle of the lease area is 130 indicates steep slope. The drainage pattern of the Mine area is dendritic to sub-dendritic in nature. No perennial streams observed over the Mine Lease area. The Mine Lease area is a hilly terrain with Steep slope towards North-East of the lease area.

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2.7.4 Regional Geology:

The Regional Geology around the lease area covered by Toposheet No 57 K/9 & 57K/10 is consists of rocks of Peninsular Gneissic Complex (Archean) occupied by hornblende-biotite gneiss/granodiorite/migmatites. The Peninsular gneiss and granites with older metamorphics namely amphibolites, hornblend Quartz mica schist are restricted to Chittoor and dolerite dykes of basic composition are intruded into the migmatite group trending in East-West direction.

Chittoor District has become world famous because of the Granite Polishing Industry which was established at Kuppam four decades back. The latter has been supplying monuments to the world market since a long time. Chittoor was also the first District in the Andhra Pradesh state where the Mining for Granite was taken up on Commercial scale. Geologically, this district is covered by Peninsular Gneissic Complex consisting of grey granitic gneisses, traversed by basic and ultrabasic intrusives. The basic intrusives are mostly dolerites, though some dykes of gabbroic nature are also encountered. The dykes are extensively seen in Chandragiri, Puttur, Bangarupalem, Changattupalli, Vayalpadu, Gudipala, Kuppiganipalli, Basavapalli, Padumanda, Naragallu and Madanapalli areas. These dykes range in width varying from 3 to 100metres and run discontinuously even up to a few kilometers. The prominent dykes are Gudipala, Kuppiganipalli, Basavapalli, Padumanda, Naragallu only. Apart from Colour granite, grey granites are also being quarried in the district. In the area around Kuppam, the granitic gneisses are greenish in colour and are being marked under the trade name of Kuppam Green. The general geological sequence of the rocks in the area is:

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2.7.5 Local Geology:

The Lease area is comprises of Granite with strike trending in North-south direction. The grain size of the Granite is medium. The less joint planes are observed in the area. The number of joint planes seems to be decreasing with respect to depth of persistence as seen in working pit present in the proposed lease area. The Colour Granite in the form of sheet rock formed from the intrusion of magma. It indicates that, this is the younger formation of Granitic rocks. The peninsular Gneissic complex comprises of grey granite, pink granite and Gneissic granite. The rock in the lease area is slightly weathered at the top and weathering is not observed at the depth. The blocks removed from this area is afresh. Lithology of the Subject area:

Soil cover: loose red soil 0.5m-1.5m thick at the top Pink Granite: Colour Granite (Infinite depth) but considered upto 15m below from the lowest surface level of the area. The Geology of the area is shown on the Surface Geological Plan and sections, enclosed as Annexure-11. Brief Description of Litho Units: Texture and Grain size: Texturally the rock in the lease area is with fine to

medium grained. Colour and Aesthetic Beauty of the Stone: The rock is Pink Colour with Black

Spots. The rock is aesthetically good looking with varies sizes of colour grains. Hardness: As per Moh's Scale 6 – 7. Mineralogical Composition: The Granite consists of Quartz, Orthoclase feldspar

as essential mineral and other mafics Boitite, Mica, hornblend, etc., are as accessory mineral with fine to medium grain. The Granite available in the demarcated area is useful for Granite Cutting, Polishing purpose and Dimensional Stones useful for cubes and kerbs.

Density/Specific Gravity: 2.66g/cm3. Water Absorption Capacity: 0.137% (Kg/cm2). Porosity: 0.34 Compression Strength: 688 Kg/Cm2 (in dry state) Abrasiveness: 5-6 Permeability: Negligible Rock Quality Designation: The rock quality designation is estimated to be good

with ROD % between 84 and 96. Young Modulus of Elasticity: 7.728 (105 Kg/cm2). Degree of Weathering under Hand lense/ microscope: Fresh rock surface is

unweathered and it is categorized as Grade A. Glossiness: The rock takes good polishing.

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Chemical Composition: Feldspar, Plagioclase and Quartz approximately 65% and minor amounts such as biotite, hornblende, pyroxene and iron oxides etc. approximately 35%.

Disposition of all lithological units with clear nomenclature and their descriptions: The applied Lease area is comprises of Colour Granite with strike trending in East-west direction with the vertical dip. The major joint planes are in East-west and North-South directions. The number of joint planes seems to be decreasing with respect to depth of persistence as seen. The Colour Granite in the form of sheet rock is intruded into the Granite Gneiss. It indicates this is the younger formation of Granitic rocks. The peninsular Gneissic complex comprises of grey granite, pink granite and Gneissic granite. The rock in the applied lease area is slightly weathered at the top and weathering is not observed at the depth.

Contacts of litho units/ rock types traced or inferred: No contacts of litho units/ rock types traced on the surface of the lease area. We observed only outcrops of the same rock type.

Brief description of economic ore/mineral and also of the waste material which form the hang wall or foot wall of the ore body: Economic ore/mineral not traced within the lease area.

Type and style of mineralisation: Bedded stratiform Thickness of various litho-units:

Soil cover: loose red soil 1.0-1.5m thick at the top Colour Granite: Sheet Rock- 50m to 60m Grey Granite: Country rock (infinite depth).

Attitudes like strike and dip available in adequate numbers: Strike trending in East-west direction with the vertical dip.

Structural features such as joints, folds, faults and their attitudes: The major joint planes are in East-west and North-South directions. The number of joint planes seems to be decreasing with respect to depth of persistence as seen in working pit present in the lease area. No folds and faults present within the lease area.

Delineation of mineralized zones with definite demarcation of observed and inferred: No delineation of mineralized zones within lease area.

2.8 Description of mitigation incorporated in the project to meet environmental

standards and operating conditions for EIA

Open cast mining will be strictly as per approved mining plan. Table 6 includes precautionary measures given in the mining plan.

Table 6: Precautionary Measures-Mining Plan

Activity Mitigation Measures

Hole drilling Wet drilling; Ø-28mm, Depth: 3.0 m in Granite, at 0.2m spacing

Waste generation 6,07,088 m3 of wastes will be generated during Conceptual Period. It will be stored in the designated area of 1.6993 Ha., within the lease area. Partially proposed for using as building stones & road metal after crushing during conceptual period.

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Activity Mitigation Measures

Top soil 15,859 m3 (6,075 m3 of top soil will be used for plantation on either side of the approach road and 9,784 m3 of sub soil will be used for approach road formation and maintenance works)

Transportation Will be in tipper trucks (2 no.) over WBM road of 1.5 km length to reach Madanapalle-Punganur Road

Plantation 500 saplings on either side of the approach road of 1.5 km length and in balance vacant government land near the proposed area

Dewatering of pits Ground water table will not be intercepted. There will be formation of quarry pit. Dewatering of pit may be required during monsoon.

Existing Land Use & Conceptual Land Use at the end of mining plan period.

Table 7: Land Use for Colour Granite Quarry

Land use details

Sl. No.

Particulars



(Ha)




-- -- --

3 Waste Dump -- 0.7149 1.6993



6 Roads 0.0819 0.0819 --

7 Green Belt 0.0000 0.5339 0.5339


Total 3.6600 3.6600 3.6600

2.9 Assessment of new & untested technology for technological failure Open-Cast Semi-Mechanized method of mining is not a new technology. It is being practiced regularly. Drilling, wire saw cutting etc. will be as per approved mining plan.

2.10 Environmental Settings Basic Information:- Name of the Mining Lease site : Colour Granite Quarry

Location / site (GPS Co-ordinates) : Sy. No. 867/P, Madanapalle Village Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, A.P.

Latitude: 13o29’24.98663”N to 13o29’32.43858”N Longitude: 78o30’57.09246”E to 78o31’06.08814”E

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Size of the Mining Lease (Hectare) : 3.660 Ha. Capacity of Mining Lease : 15,282 m3 per Annum (max.) saleable granite Period of Mining Lease : 20 years Expected cost of the Project : Rs. 55 Lacs Contact Information : Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh Proprietrix, Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites

D. No: 22-1091, GF-3, Vavi Apartments, SBI Colony, Kongareddipalli, Chittoor.

Chittoor District, A.P. Tel: +91-+91-9787399026

Table 8: Environmental Settings

Sl. No.

Areas Distance in kilometer / Details

1 Distance of project site from nearest rail or road bridge over the concerned River

Madanapalle railway station: 6.5 km

2 Distance from infrastructural facilities

Railway line Madanapalle: 6.5 km

Highway Madanapalle-Punganur Road: 3.0 km

All season road Peddareddipalli Road: 1.5 km

Electric transmission line pole or tower Electric line: 100m outside the QL area

Canal or check dam or reservoirs or river or lake or ponds (Canal)

Unnamed Irrigation Tank at 325m on NE side of the proposed QL area

3 Areas protected under international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value

None within 10 km radius

4 Areas which are important or sensitive for ecological reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests

None within 5 km radius

5 Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration

None within 5km radius

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Sl. No.

Areas Distance in kilometer / Details

6 Inland, coastal, marine waters None within 5 km radius

7 State, National boundaries AP-Karnataka Boundary > 40 km

8 Routes or facilities used by the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas

Madanapalle-Punganur Road: 3.0 km

9 Defense installations None within 5km radial distance

10 Densely populated or built-up area, distance from nearest human habitation

Madanapalle: 6.0 km Peddareddipalli Village: 0.9 Km

11 Areas occupied by sensitive man-made land uses(hospitals, schools, places of worship, community facilities)

None within the 10km radial distance

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)

Not within 10 km Study area

13 Is proposed mining site located over or near fissure / fracture for ground water recharge

No

14 Whether the proposal involves approval or clearance under the following

NO. The proposal doesn’t involve clearance under Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980; Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Coastal Regulatory Zone Notification 2011/2019.

Regulations or Acts, namely:-

(a) The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980;

(b) The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972;

(c) The Coastal Regulation Zone Notification, 2011.

If yes, details of the same and their status to be given.

15 Non-Forest Govt. Land involved 3.660 Hectares

16 Whether there is any litigation pending against the project and/or land in which the project is propose to be set up?

No

(a) Name of the Court

(b) Case No.

(c) Orders or directions of the Court, if any, and its relevance with the proposed project

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2.11 Environmental Policy at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites A] Objectives:

Conduct mining and associated operations in an environmentally responsible manner to comply applicable laws and other requirements related to environmental aspects and design projects with due consideration of sustainable development.

Prevent pollution of surrounding habitation by continuous monitoring and adopt suitable measures for environmental protection.

Ensure compliance of Environmental Clearance conditions and other statutory conditions issued by regulatory agencies.

Implement Environmental Management Plan in the mine effectively to mitigate pollutions of air, water, noise and land caused by mining operations.

B] Strive to conserve Bio-diversity:

Strive for continual improvement in our environmental performances by setting targets, measuring progress and taking corrective actions.

Great awareness about environment among the employees and local community through proactive communication and training.

C] Strategies to implement Environmental Policy:

1] Mine planning on sustainable development:

Mining activity will be designed on principal of sustainable development with due

consideration to environment, safety at the planning stage itself. Efforts will be given to use latest equipments and technologies which will be

environmental friendly. 2] Environmental Impact Assessment and Management Plan:

Mining will be carried out to comply the environmental standards of quality of various pollutants within limit under NAAQM, acts and National Environmental Policy. Detailed EIA-EMP is prepared and operations will be carried out as per clearances of A.P. P.C.B. and SEIAA.

Progressive mine closure plan, is prepared as per IBM/ DMG guidelines. Final mine closure plan will be prepared, 5 years prior to the final closure of the quarry.

3] Compliance to statutory requirements Timely submission of returns/ compliance will be ensured with respect to

implementation of EMP, EC, CFE and CFO.

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4] Measure to mitigate Pollution a] Air Pollution: Generation of dust will be very minimal, in ornamental granite quarrying. However,

the dust that gets generated will be controlled at source to possible extent with necessary measures during drilling, loading, unloading etc. Dust generation will be minimized along transportation as per mitigation measures in EMP. Green belt will be developed on either side of the approach road (new proposed). The steps recommended are water sprinkling, wet drilling and wetting the muck piles before loading.

b] Mine Closure Plan: As per the present status of the quarry a progressive Mine closure plan is prepared.

c] Monitoring:

All receptors in and around mine will be monitored regularly to assess efficiency of pollution control measures.

Effect of mining on hydrology of the area will be monitored through measurement of water level and its quality of nearby wells/bores. Conservation of water through rain water harvesting shall be taken up.

Environmental cell will regularly interact with local area people related to environment to have corrective actions.

Environmental monitoring and audit will be carried out regularly. Annual budget will be prepared based on action plan including monitoring and

implementation. Budget utilization will also be recorded.

d] Preservation of Bio-diversity: Selection of species for plantation shall be done in consultation with local

community to include the local species and their preferences if any. Technical help of experts like local forest departments will also be sought.

e] Awareness Program: Regular training programs will be organized for executives and workers to aware

the environmental policies and implementation, execution of EMP etc.

D] Implementation of Policy: a] Manpower:

An environmental cell shall be setup, comprising the following: i] Proprietrix ii] Mines Manager iii] Mining Foremen iv] Admin Officer v] Representative of Workers

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Mines Manager will be in charge of “Environment Cell” at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites Colour Granite Quarry and will be responsible for compliance of i) “consent-to-operate” issued by APPCB and ii) for the conditions stipulated in environmental clearance by State Environment Impact Assessment Authority /MoEFCC.

Environment management plan has been prepared to ensure mining with least likely alterations in environmental quality. Needs as per review of impacting activities at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites Quarry are i) dust control from fugitive sources, ii) storage of material and iii) sustained health care of mining personnel. Terms of reference for environmental cell during regular mine operations: Construction of macadamized roads, Provision of speed breakers over haulage roads. Water sprinkling and plantation along the roads, Stabilization of dumps by plantation. Study efficiencies of control measures. Regular monitoring of ambient air quality, noise levels within 5 km radius as per

MoEF norms & conditions in the environmental clearance letter. An NABL - accredited agency will be engaged for monitoring. They will use

appliances like standard make fine particulate samplers, respirable dust samplers, noise meter etc.

b] Roles and Responsibilities:

This environmental cell will be responsible to implement policy, obtaining EC, CFE, CFO, undertaking mitigation measures, preparation of action plan every year and statutory compliances to regulatory agencies.

This cell will be responsible for monitoring of work, budget allocation, its expenses, audits and will monitor cost effectiveness of environmental control measures undertaken and help to frame future budget allocations.

Any noncompliance will be dealt as per procedure defined in OM J11013/41/2006 IA.II(I) dated 12.12.2012 and amendments thereof or notifications or time to time guidelines and court orders.

C] Review of Policy:

In view of fast changing social, environmental, economic scenario, this policy will be reviewed and revised every 5 years to incorporate statutory legal and other changes to acts, policies, standards prevailing at that time.

2.12 Safeguards in Opencast Mine working at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites Basis & provisions of safeguards: Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961

A] Opencast Workings

Height of benches will not be more than digging height of machine used for digging, excavation, Removal.

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Width of bench shall not be less than height of bench Formation of bench will be from top to downwards

B] Roads for trucks/dumpers

All roads and machinery like trucks, dumpers will be maintained in good condition probably under AMC with OEM.

If possible one way traffic / flagging for traffic management will be implemented. Benches will be designed in such a way that at corner/bends vehicle drives shall

at least have visibility 3 times of breaking distance. Speed limit restriction will be 20km/hr within mines.

Haulage road shall be designed in such a way that it shall not have gradient more than 1 in 10.

C] Supervision

Well qualified mining engineer will only supervise the operations. All drilling and cutting operations will be carried under supervision of qualified

Mining Engineer only as per standard drilling and cutting pattern. D] Maintenance of machineries and vehicles

Every HEMM (Heavy Earth Moving Machinery) will be maintained in good condition probably under supervision of OEM.

All the machineries and vehicles will be equipped with alarming systems, horns, front and rear lights, efficient brakes, reverse alarms and trained operators.

Code of instruction furnished by OEM regarding machinery operations, maintenance, schedules etc. shall be strictly followed and recorded.

Any machine found to be unfit for operation shall be boldly tagged as “OUT OF SERVICE” to avoid any mishap.

Powers will be disconnected when repairs made to any electrical machinery. Brakes for machinery/vehicles /dumpers shall be tested on regular interval as per

schedule of OEM. Records shall be maintained. No person will be allowed to work under chassis when body will be on raised

position. Chokes will be used during parking of machineries. All the machineries will be daily monitored, checked for preventive maintenance

before their deployment to field by authorized persons. Record will be maintained on daily basis.

No person/ helper will be deployed without permission of Mines Manager to any machinery/dumper.

No vehicle without instruction of management will be allowed to Mines as a safety matter.

E] Duties of Machinery Operator: Operator will check his machinery on daily basis before operating it. All operators will be regularly monitored by authority for their fitness and skills. To prevent unauthorized driving ignition keys/cabin keys will be deposited to the

administrator. The administrator will issue these key only on permission of Mines Manager to Operator or to Maintenance Supervisor.

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Code of Traffic Rules will be framed by Mines Manager for movement of HEMM, Dumpers, Trucks will be prominently displayed and complied with.

F] Precautions while drilling

Position of every hole will be drilled strictly as marked by competent authority of Mines. These will be clearly visible.

No person will be permitted within radius of 30m from same bench while dislodging the blocks from primary rock.

G] Miscellaneous Precautions

Contractor’s persons will be guided and monitored as a safety point of view. No trailer will be allowed in the mine.

Management will frame Safe Operating Procedures (SOP) for each operation and copy will be handed over to concerned for implementation.

All precautions and directives given by DGMS will be strictly followed. Signed copy of the Environmental Policy of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, is enclosed as Annexure-4.

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CHAPTER 3 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

3.1 General: This chapter includes baseline environmental quality data in and around the proposed Colour Granite Quarry of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, which is an open cast mining by semi- mechanized method over 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt. Land, in Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village, Madanapalle Mandal, Chittoor District, A.P. Baseline information was generated and also collected from secondary sources.

Present terrestrial/land use and status of aquatic/water, air quality, noise levels, biological, socio economic aspects of environment was studied. Mining operations are concerned with status of land, water, air, noise & vibration, biological, socio economic aspects directly or indirectly related.

a) Study area: Core zone is the proposed lease area itself. Buffer zone for this project is 10 km radius from the proposed area, as per Standard ToR, published by MoEFCC. Core and buffer zones for this project are marked on Survey of India Topo sheet Nos. 57 K/11 along with 5 km and 10 km from lease and is enclosed as Annexure-3.

b) Monitoring period: Base line monitoring was conducted, as per Office Memo no J- 110134/2006-IA-II (Part), dated 29th August 2017. Monitoring period is from January 2020 to March 2020.

C) Components of environment which were examined and monitored included. o Land-use pattern, topography, geology/soil

o Air – Micrometeorology, concentrations of criteria pollutants within core zone as per wind direction, inventory of sources etc.

o Water- Inventory of surface, ground water sources, ground water potential, hydrogeological features e.g. ground water fluctuation, yield

o Noise: inventory of sources, receptors etc.

o Biological- flora, fauna, national park, wild life sanctuaries etc. and

o Socio economic- Demographic details, quality of life, land losers, R & R issues etc.

3.2 Terrestrial/land environment:

3.2.1 Land use The Land-Use and Land-Cover Map and the Satellite Imagery of 10 km radius is shown in Annexure-9 & 10 respectively. Detailed classification of land use is given in Table 9.

The landuse classification, in the core zone, as well as the 10km radius (buffer zone) of the proposed Colour Granite quarry, are as under:

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Table 9: Landuse Details for Core Zone & Buffer Zone (10 km radius)

Core Zone (Quarry Area): Land use details

Sl. No.

Particulars



(Ha)



2 Top Soil Storage -- -- --

3 Waste Dump -- 0.7149 1.6993



6 Roads 0.0819 0.0819 --

7 Green Belt 0.0000 0.5339 0.5339

8 Untouched area 3.2530 0.4740 -- Total 3.6600 3.6600 3.6600

Buffer Zone (10 km radius)

# Category Area (Hectares) Percentage (%)

1 Agricultural Land 17,279.6116 55.23

2 Forest 5,505.2216 17.38

3 Waterbody 1,423.2827 04.57

4 Built Up (Rural & Urban) 725.1462 02.28

5 Waste Land 6,302.6382 19.98

6 Built Up (Mining & Industry) 179.6083 00.56

Highest and lowest contours are 786 to 746 m AMSL respectively. There is gentle slope down towards North-East. There is only a thin layer of top soil, scattered at places, over the proposed lease area. Colour Granite, is in the form of sheet rock within the lease area, of significant thickness. The proposed lease area is under low hazard seismic zone. There is no record of earthquake.

3.2.2 Soil quality: There are no major rivers in the area and even in the buffer zone (10 km radius). Most of the streams are ephemeral in nature carrying large quantities of water immediately after precipitation. The drainage is generally sub-articulate to sub-parallel following straight courses. According to the assessment made on the basis of the visit and some secondary data the area is covered by Red loamy soils, red sandy soils. Majority of the soils around the proposed site are shallow to medium deep in character. These are subjected to certain farming practices. Which offers moderate production status, as the area receives moderate rainfall.

As the soils are exposed to dryness and the problem of erosion is very serious due to slopy and undulating topography. The steep slopes and marginal lands bordering hillocks face acute erosion in times of heavy rains. The cropping environment includes the rainfed situation.

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As far as the proposed Colour Granite quarry area is concerned, there is no agriculture over the lease. Physical - chemical properties of soils, in the nearby areas are given in Table 10:

Table 10: Chemical properties of Soil

# Parameters Unit S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 1 pH @ 250C - 6.5 5.6 6.4 6.1 5.8 6.6 5.7 6.1 5.4

2 Elect. Conductivity s/cm 80 512 230 140 110 210 170 130 160

3 Sodium mg/Kg 33 65 58 50 36 38 74 30 54

4 Potassium mg/Kg 75 120 130 105 80 76 142 60 114

5 Total Soluble Solids % 10.1 9.5 8.9 9.3 9.7 8.5 9.1 8.8 8.2

6 Organic Matter % 0.5 0.7 1.8 0.5 1.2 2.6 1.6 0.6 1.4

7 Water Content % 3.4 4.1 3.8 4.2 4.5 4.7 3.6 4.8 3.9

8 Nitrate Nitrogen mg/Kg 71 81 97 127 76 86 122 66 76

9 Phosphorus mg/Kg 8.4 10.2 9.2 9.8 9.5 8.8 9.1 9.4 8.7

Core Zone S1 – Quarry site & Surroundings Buffer Zone S2 – Guntavaripalle S3 - Baguvaripalle S4 – Kammapalle S5 – Yerraguntlapalle S6 – Adavilopalle S7 – Bandakindapalle S8 – Kotavaripalle S9 – Madanapalle

3.3 Air Environment: Micrometeorology: Madanapalle is the nearest Automatic Weather Station from the proposed Colour Granite Quarry. Site specific micro-meteorological data was collected for 3 months (January 2020 to March 2020), for various parameters like temperature, rainfall, wind speed, wind direction, humidity etc. The collected data, is presented in Annexure-16.

Observations: There are no industrial gaseous emission sources. Predominant wind directions

during the study period are from ESE (25.5%), followed by SSE (22.7%), SE (15.5%) and E (13.0%). Average wind speed is 2.96 m /sec.



quality criteria viz. PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx which are respectively 100, 60,

80 and 80 µg/m3. Predominant emissions during open cast mining operations would be generation

of particulate matter during drilling, wire saw cutting, loading/unloading and transportation activities

3.3.1 Air pollutants: Source inventory: There are no industries within core and buffer zones and there are no stationary sources like stacks/chimneys. There is no agriculture in the core area. Nearest habitation is Peddareddipalli village. Mobile sources at present also are occasional.

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3.3.2 Monitoring stations for ambient air quality (AAQ): AAQ monitoring sites were decided on basis of predominant wind directions and wind direction during monitoring period. The monitoring stations are shown in Figure given below:

Table 11: Particulars of Monitoring Stations

Station Id Station Name Distance (km) Direction

S1 Proposed Project Site Nil -

S2 Guntavaripalle 1.261 N-NE

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Station Id Station Name Distance (km) Direction

S3 Baguvaripalle 4.495 NE

S4 Kammapalle 3.091 SE

S5 Yerraguntlapalle 4.283 S-SE

S6 Adavilopalle 2.482 SW

S7 Bandakindapalle 2.011 E-NE

S8 Kotavaripalle 3.816 NW

S9 Madanapalle 5.872 N

Air quality was monitored as per MOEF & CC norms. There are no sources of sulphur & nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons or heavy metals etc. Granite deposits do not contain

trace/ heavy metals. Therefore air quality criteria pollutants for this project are PM10,

PM2.5, Sulphur Dioxide and Nitrous Oxides in air were measured. Calibrated Respirable

Dust Samplers and Fine Particulate Samplers were used. 24 hour samples were collected twice a week for, 12 weeks (3 months) at each station. Samples were collected and sent to a NABL recognized laboratory for analysis. Air quality monitoring data is given in Annexure-16.

Baseline ambient air quality has indicated the following.

Concentrations of criteria pollutants were found to be well below the National

Ambient Air Quality criteria viz. PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx which are

respectively 100, 60, 80 and 80 µg/m3.

Predominant emissions during open cast mining project would be generate particulate matter likely during drilling, wire saw cutting, loading/unloading and transportation activities.

3.4 Water Environment:

3.4.1 Water Budget Water requirement for project, sources and ground water potential. Colour Granite mining will need water for drinking for the mine workers, dust control and plantation.

There will not be any residential colony. Drinking water requirement for 16 workers would be 1 KLD (Kilo Liters per Day) @ 45 LPCD (Liters per Capita per Day). Water requirement for dust control would be 3 KLD and about 5 KLD will be required for plantation. Drinking water will be supplied from the nearby village after disinfection. Tankers will be used.

Table 12: Water Requirement

Use Source Quantity KLD

Wastewater, KLD

Disposal

Dust control Nearby Village 3 Nil --

Plantation Nearby Village 5 Nil --

Domestic Nearby Village 1 0.80 Septic Tank/ Soak Pit

Total -- 9 0.80

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There are no surface sources viz. rivers/ lake within the proposed quarry lease area.

3.4.2 Ground Water Potential: Ground water resource in the Chittoor region of which proposed quarry area is a part, as per hydrogeology report –CGWB is given below:

Table 13: Ground Water Potential

Net G.W. availability 153857 MCM

Net Annual Draft 116097 MCM

Balance Resource 37760 MCM

Stage of G. W. Development (116097/153857)x 100= 75.46%

(Source: Ground Water Brochure, Chittoor District, A.P., published by Central Ground Water Board, Govt. of India, Southern Region, Hyderabad, September 2013)

3.4.3 Ground Water Scenario: At the end of conceptual period, there will be pit formation over an area of 16,993 sq. m. with the conceptual depth of 52m from the top most level. At the end of conceptual period ultimate bottom level will be 734 m above MSL.

The Climate of the district is dry. The upland mandals are comparatively cooler than the eastern mandals except Chittoor where the climate is moderate. Horsely Hills is a summer resort located near the town of Madanapalle. It is known to some as the “Andhra Ooty”.

The average annual rainfall of the district is 976 mm, which ranges from 1 mm rainfall in March to 166.4 mm in October. October is the wettest month of the year. The mean seasonal rainfall distribution is 466.5 mm in southwest monsoon (June-September), 392.2 mm in northeast monsoon (Oct- Dec), 15.1 mm rainfall in winter (Jan-Feb) and 94.3 mm in summer (March – May). The percentage distribution of rainfall, season-wise, is 46.9% in southwest monsoon, 40.8 % in northeast monsoon, 1.7 percentage in winter and 10.6 % in summer.

More than 90% of the district is underlain by crystalline formations and the remaining area by semi-consolidated formations. The degree and depth of weathering vary from place to place in crystalline formations and hence the potentiality of shallow aquifers also varies. Ground water occurs under unconfined conditions in weathered portion and semi-confined to confined condition occurs in fractures, joints at deeper depths. Ground water in weathered formations is developed by dug wells. For irrigation purposes, the dug wells are circular or rectangular in shape with 30 to 60 sq.m. The domestic wells are mostly circular in shape and smaller in size. The depth of the wells is upto 10m. The average discharge of energized wells ranges from 18 to 30 cu.m/day. However, during monsoon period, the discharge varies from 80 to 200 cu.m/day and during summer 10 to 50 cu.m/day.

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A map showing physical features of Chittoor District is shown below:

Pre-Monsoon Ground Water Levels in Chittoor District

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Post-Monsoon Ground Water Levels in Chittoor District

From the above, it is concluded that ground water level in the proposed quarry region, is varying in between 10m to 20m BGL, during pre-monsoon season and becomes 5m to 10m BGL, during post-monsoon season. (Source: Ground Water Brochure, Chittoor District, A.P., published by Central Ground Water

Board, Govt. of India, Southern Region, Hyderabad, September 2013)

Hence it is also concluded that mining operation will not intersect ground water table of the area.

3.4.4 Water Quality: Ground Water Samples were collected from the nearby villages and from a farm land near the proposed quarry site. The collected samples were analyzed in a NABL accredited laboratory. Analysis of water samples are given in Table 14.

Table 14 : Ground water quality

Parameter Unit IS: 10500-2012 Sampling Stations

Allowable Permissible S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9

Color Hazen 5 15 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05

pH ----- 6.5 to 8.5 No Relaxation 7.5 8.6 8.5 8.2 7.9 8.3 8.6 8.4 8.0

Electrical Conductivity

µS/cm 2250 2250 850 1260 1840 1240 1760 1420 1320 1360 1520

Turbidity NTU 1 5 0.2 1.2 0.6 1.7 0.90 2.0 0.7 0.8 1.5

Alkalinity as CaCO3

mg/L 200 600 130 160 90 95 75 110 80 150 140

Total Dissolved Solids

mg/L 500 2000 420 630 920 620 880 710 900 680 760

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Parameter Unit IS: 10500-2012 Stations

Allowable Permissible S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9

Total Hardness as CaCO3

mg/L 200 600 230 580 494 596 490 530 478 592 539

Calcium as

Ca+2 mg/L 75 200 60 160 150 90 70 150 80 180 140

Magnesium as Mg

mg/L 30 100 30 40 80 60 70 50 82 42 45

Sulphate mg/L 200 400 45 80 120 140 158 210 150 210 95

Chloride as Cl

mg/L 250 1000 80 330 190 110 96 124 94 410 128

Nitrate as NO3-N

mg/L 45 No

Relaxation 10 70 48 65 78 60 98 100 20

Total Iron mg/L 0.3 No

Relaxation 0.002 0.042 0.023 0.028 0.016 0.048 0.034 0.058 0.030

Fluoride mg/L 1.0 1.5 0.5 0.8 0.5 1.5 1.4 0.9 0.6 1.4 0.7

a) Observations on water quality: The ground water quality in and around the proposed lease area is slightly alkaline, with the pH levels ranging from 7.5 to 8.6. The total hardness is ranging from 230 to 596 mg/liter as CaCO3, whereas the Total Dissolved Solids content is varying between 420 to 920 mg/liter. The fluoride levels are ranging from 0.5 to 1.5 mg/liter and the nitrate levels are varying between 10 to 100 mg/liter. The sulphate levels are ranging from 45 to 210 mg/liter and the chloride levels are varying between 80 to 410 mg/liter. In general, the ground water quality in the study area, confirms to the permissible limits of IS:10500-2012 (Drinking Water Specification). b) Wastewater: Dewatering of pits during mining will not be required. Sanitary wastewater will be generated. Toilet facility will be provided with septic tank and soak pit.

3.5 Noise environment: 3.5.1 There are no industrial noise sources. There is no habitation either over the lease. Ambient noise levels were measured at the ambient air monitoring stations. Day and night equivalent noise levels were measured using a standard noise meter. Observed values are given in Table 15.

Sources of noise would be during drilling and wire saw cutting and movement of mining machinery.

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Table 15: Noise levels Leq

Time of the Day

Monitored Noise Levels in dB(A)

S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9

0600 37.1 40.2 39.1 40.1 39.2 40.5 39.2 40 35.1

0700 38.2 40.5 39.2 41.2 40.2 40.2 42.1 41.2 37.2

0800 41.2 41.2 40.1 41.9 40.5 41.2 43 44.3 40.6

0900 39.1 43.1 40.6 43.2 41.2 42.1 41.1 44.8 44.8

1000 40.8 41.2 44 43.8 42.1 41.7 42 45.2 45.2

1100 41.1 43.2 45.2 43.8 42.8 43.2 41 47.5 47.5

1200 41.9 46.2 46.2 45.2 43 42.2 43 48.2 48.2

1300 42.5 45.2 47.1 45.8 43.2 40.2 41.2 46.2 46.2

1400 43.2 44 44.2 46.1 44.2 41.8 42.1 45.6 45.6

1500 41.9 42.9 41.1 45.3 45 42.2 42.7 44.2 44.2

1600 41.2 41.2 42.2 42.8 44.5 45 40.8 43.1 43.1

1700 40.1 40.1 45.2 42.1 43.2 44 39.8 44.4 44.4

1800 38.9 41 43.5 44.2 44.1 44.5 41.2 42.1 42.1

1900 37.9 43.1 42.1 43.1 44.8 42 42.8 42.1 42.1

2000 36.8 40.9 42.1 41.2 42.3 42.3 41.3 40.2 40.2

2100 37.1 45.2 43.1 40.2 42.8 41 41.2 41.1 41.1

2200 35.3 41.1 40.4 40.2 40.9 39.2 40.9 40.6 40.6

2300 37.8 39.2 40 38.2 40.8 38.5 39.2 39.5 39.5

2400 37.9 39.5 38.5 37.5 39 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2

0100 36 38.5 36.7 36.9 38.1 37.2 38.1 37.2 37.2

0200 35.9 38.1 36.1 36.2 37.6 37.5 36.5 37.1 37.1

0300 36.3 37.3 35.2 36.4 36.4 36.8 36.2 38.2 38.2

0400 35.6 38.8 36.2 38.5 37 37.2 37 39.1 39.1

0500 37.2 39.1 37.2 39.1 38.2 39 39.8 39.6 39.6

Min. 35.3 37.3 35.2 36.2 36.4 36.2 36.8 37.1 35.1

Max. 43.2 46.2 47.1 46.1 45 45 43 48.2 48.2

Ld 36.80 40.90 42.10 41.20 42.30 42.30 41.30 40.20 40.20

Ln 37.20 39.10 37.20 39.10 38.20 39.00 39.80 39.60 39.60

Ldn 56.77 58.69 56.83 58.69 57.82 58.61 59.38 59.14 59.18

3.6 Flora and Fauna 3.6.1 General: The area is a rugged and undulating terrain with a varied elevation and slope. The core area is fully composed of stony hills, with very few crevasses. These places do offer some place for vegetation, however was very sparse and least biomass yield. These ones are thorny zizypus and Acacias and grasses of minor importance. The buffer zone exposed with slight plane and happens with gradually. The land space here has very shallow and moderate shallow soils sediments and offers some interesting vegetation. However these too have of least economic importance, in terms of it's wood value. But have a considerable fuel value and of the interest of conservation and maintenance. The possible threat at present is not anyway much due to it's poor biomass value too. In fact

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this has been an advantage over providing the possible biomass production with alternate plantation. The buffer zone floristic composition has been listed in the following table, which provides the diversity status and is been presented in alphabetic order. Hover the richness of these species vary to a large extent. The single most dominate species found in the area is Albizia amara. This being the interest of fuel value only, and provides and easy alternative with elsewhere plantation. It is very interesting time that now the fruits are and make a good source of collection, which can be used in alternative plantation space. A simple seed pellet formation using soil ball could serve the purpose. 3.6.2 Flora of the area: The flora of the area had made a considerable progress on the whole. However it appears that the ecological succession is rather hampered by certain biotic and a-biotic influences. In spite of these influences the area had some flora which has been further provided. These have been a result of climate, topography and geology which have considerable play for the present situation. The area being a small hilly the floristic composition also poorly spread, with minimal vegetation leading to poor biomass potential.

Table 16: List of the Flora of the Study Area Sl. No. Botanical Name Local Name

1 Abutilon indicum Srimudra Plant

2 Albizzia amara Chigara (Nalla renga) mara

3 Albizzia odoratissima Chijjalu

4 Anisomalis indica Black Tumbe

5 Azadirachta indica Neem Tree

6 Balsamodendron mukul Guggul (Mukul) Tree

7 Cadaba fruticosa Cadaba Plant

8 Caesalpinia bonduc Gajjuga Plant

9 Caesalpinia coriaria Dividivi

10 Bombax ceiba Buruga, (Cotton Tree)

11 Cassia auriculata Avaram

12 Calophyllum inophyllum Indian-laurel tree (Ponna)

13 Canthium dicoccum Nallabalasa

14 Citrullus sp Cucurbit vine

15 Conocarpus acuminata Button tree (Peddamanu)

16 Dendrophthoe falcata Badanike (Yelaka)

17 Dendrocalamus Spp Giant grass

18 Diospyros montana Jagadagandi

19 Erythoxylum monogynum Devadaru

20 Gliricidia sepium Gliricidia

21 Grewia damine Adavi Jama

22 Gyrocarpous assiaticus Tanishi

23 Holoptelea integrifolia Tapasi

24 Lantana camera Lantana

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Table 16: List of the Flora of the Study Area (Contd..)

Sl. No. Botanical Name Local Name

25 Limonia alata Adavi Nimma

26 Mangifera indica Mango

27 Melia azerdarach Pusdo neem

28 Melia dubia Wild neem

29 Mimosa pudica Touch me not

30 Narangi crenulata Wild Lime

31 Opuntia Sp Opuntia

32 Pithecellobium dulce Seeme Hunase

33 Premma tomentosa Narava

34 Salix Sp Salix

35 Sapindus emarginatus Kunkudu

36 Sarcostemma acidum Sarcostemma

37 Sapium insigne Sapium

38 Solanum nigram Solanun

39 Solanum indicum Wild Brinjal

40 Tecoma stans Tecoma

41 Wrightia tictoria Reppala

42 Withania somnifera Ashwagandh

43 Zizyphus mauritiana Regu

44 Ziziphus zuzuba Ziziphus

3.6.3 Common Fauna found in the area: There are very few faunal composition is sited as the vegetation is poor and the natural water resource is also poor. In fact no mammals have been sighted over the area. Few animals found were rodents and reptiles. However some species of birds do visit casually. Some were occasional visiting to area could be are Sloth-Bears, Jackals and Foxes.

Some lizards, and other reptiles were noticed. Amphibians as not there as it is very dry area. Monitor Lizard, Wall Lizards, and common garden lizards are present. Some non-poisonous snakes like rat snakes are common. Green snakes, water snakes, are found in the area.

There are no wild life sanctuaries in the study area.

The bird life in general may be considered to be in better shape as the poachers are restricted. A good number of species live in and around area as well visits the area. The common birds those visit and harbor some time were Crows, Sparrows, Myna, Parrots, are checked in sometimes. Vultures are also seen. 3.7 Socio-Economic Environment

3.7.1 Introduction: The study of socio-economic component of environment incorporates various facets, viz. demographic structure, availability of basic amenities such as housing, education, health and medical services, occupation, water supply, sanitation, communication and power supply, prevailing diseases in the region as well as features such as places of tourist attraction and monuments of archaeological importance. The study of these

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parameters helps in identifying predicting and evaluating the likely impacts due to project activity in the surrounding region.

In the 10 km radius study area map, as per 2011 census, the study area consists of 2,95,392 persons inhabited in 30 villages. The statistics regarding the list of villages, number of households and human population is given in Table 17.

TABLE 17 : DEMOGRAPHY IN STUDY AREA

Village Name No. of House

Holds Total Population

Yerraguntlapalle 399 1398

Madanapalle 57057 233182

Kammapalle 512 1809

Krishnapuram 319 1077

Bandakindapalle 334 1242

Penchupadu 646 2759

Vempalle 2597 10639

Avulapalle 968 3637

PeddareddiPalle 390 1834

Kothapalle 751 2912

Bodireddigaripalle 736 2881

Kondamaripalle 1296 5134

Bodumaladinne 733 2778

Venkappakota 235 955

Chippili 316 1216

Isukanutipalle 84 322

Devalampalle 368 1398

Gollapalle 826 3146

Diguvapalle 187 763

Guttavaripalle 132 542

Devalamalle 308 1224

Rachavetivaripalle 701 2766

Boggutarapalle 160 674

Inamkothuru 80 319

Chandramakula Palle 757 3258

Ayyavaripalle 198 693

Ankisettipalle 316 1268

Ramireddigaripalle 403 1395

Valasapalle 917 4171

Total 72,726 2,95,392

3.7.2 Methodology used for the Field survey In order to access and evaluate likely impacts arising out of any development projects on socio economic environment, it is necessary to gauge the apprehensions of the people in the study areas.

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3.7.3 Methodology applied for selection of sample & data collection The methodology which is applied for primary source of data collection i.e. gathering data through field survey for socio-economic environment is depicted below:

A Sampling Method A judgmental and purposive sampling method was used for choosing respondents of various sections of the society i.e. Village Assistant, adult males and females, teachers, medical practitioners, businessmen, agriculture laborers, unemployed group etc. Judgmental and purposive sampling method includes the right cases from the total population that helps to fulfill the purpose of research needs.

B Data Collection Method For the process of data collection through primary source farming methods are used.

3.7.4 Field Survey and Observations Field survey and observations is made at each sampling village and the socioeconomic status of that region is studied. Visits are made at hospitals, primary health centers and sub-centers to know the health status of the region. Various Governmental organizations such as Statistical Department, Census Department etc. were visited to collect the requisite details of that region.

Table 18: List of Sampling Villages

# Village Name

01 Peddireddipalli

02 Rachavetivaripalli

03 Gollapalle

04 Kammapalle

3.7.5 Data Collection and Quality Assurance

The latest available data have been complied to generate the existing socioeconomic scenario of the study area. Information on socio-economic profile was collected from the Primary Census Abstract CD 2011, including the population details of the region and Village Directory CD 2011, having the details of basic amenities available in the region.

3.7.6 Distribution of Population: The distribution of population in the study area is shown in Table: 19

TABLE 19: DISTRIBUTION OF POPULATION

Particulars Rural Urban Total

Total Population 51,575 2,43,821 2,95,392

Male Population (% with total population)

26,007 50.42%

1,22,615 50.28%

1,48,622 50.313

Female Population (% with total population)

25,564 49.56%

1,21,206 49.71%

1,46,770 49.68%

No. of Households 13,072 59,654 72,726

Average Household Size 3.944 4.1 4.08

Sex ratio (Female/1000 male) 982 988 987

Source: Census of India 2011

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The configuration of male and females indicates that the males constitute to about 50.31% and females to about 49.69% of the study area’s population. The sex ratio i.e. the number of females per 1000 males indirectly reveals certain sociological aspects in relation with female births, infant mortality among female children and single person family structure, a resultant of migration of industrial workers. The study area at an average has 987 females per 1000 males.

3.7.7 Social Structure Majority of the people in the study area belong to Hindu religion. The study area also contains Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). The distribution of population of socially weaker sections in the study area is shown in Table: 20

TABLE: 20 Distribution of Population by Social Structure

Category Population

Total Population 2,95,392

Scheduled Castes 32,583 (10%)

Scheduled Tribes 10,319(3.0%)

Total SC and ST 42902

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In the study area 10% of the population belongs to Scheduled Castes (SC) while 3% to Scheduled Tribes (ST), thus indicating that about 14.52% of the population is formed by SC and ST population. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe sections are predominant in this area.

3.7.8 Literacy Levels The distribution of literates and literacy rates in the study area are given in Table: 21 below:

TABLE 21: Literacy Level

Particulars Population

Total Population 2,95,392

Male population 1,48,622

Male literates 1,07,400

Female population 1,46,770

Female literates 86,466

Total literates 1,93,866

% of study area literates to total population 65.63

Male literacy rate (%) 72.26

Female literacy rate (%) 58.92

The study area experiences a moderate literacy rate of 64.97%. The male literacy i.e. the percentage of literate males to the total males of the study area is observed as 66% while female literacy rate, which is an important indicator for social change, is observed as 34% in the study area.

3.7.9 Occupational Structure The occupational structure of the study area is studied with reference to main workers, marginal workers and non-workers. The main workers include 10 categories of workers defined by the Census Department consisting of cultivators, agricultural laborers, those engaged in live-stock, forestry, fishing etc. mining and quarrying; manufacturing, processing and repairs in household industry; and other than household industry, construction, trade & commerce, transport & communication and other services.

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Due to boom in mining in recent years majority of farmers as well as agriculture laborers are engaged in the mining activity. This information is not forthcoming from the Published Census Data.

The marginal workers are those engaged in some work for Karnataka period of less than six months during the reference year prior to the census survey. The non-workers include those engaged in unpaid household duties, students, retired persons, dependents, beggars, vagrants etc.; institutional inmates or all other non-workers who do not fall under the above categories.

The occupational structure of the study area is shown in Table: 22

TABLE 22 : Occupational Structure of Study Area

Occupation Total

Nos. % to population

Total Workers 1,30,435 44.16

Casual Labor 22,149 7.50

Agricultural laborers 26,851 9.09

Household laborers 5,802 1.96

Other workers 61,894 20.95

Total main workers 1,16,696 39.50

Marginal workers 13,739 4.65

Non-workers 1,64,957 55.84

Total population 2,95,396 100

Altogether the main workers work out to be 39.50% of the area population. The marginal workers and non-workers constitute to 4.65% and 55.84% of the population respectively. The distribution of workers by occupation indicates that the workers in the casual labour are 7.50% followed by 9.09% of agricultural laborers and 20.95% of other workers respectively. The occupational profile of total workers and their proportion to the total population of the study area is shown graphically in the figure below:

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3.7.5 Salient Observation of the Survey/ Study Area House pattern: It is notable that nearly 85% of the houses were semi pakka with

good construction and others were pakka at survey area. Employment: Main occupation of the people in the study area was labour work

and Business, and some of agriculture. The labours were getting daily wage in the range of Rs. 250-300, depending on type of work involved.

Fuel: Most of the villagers use fire woods and LPG for cooking purpose Main Crops: There are three main cropping seasons in the surrounding area of

the site, namely Kharief from June to December, Late Kharief from September to March and Rabi from December to April. The Kharief is the main farming season, sometimes supported with late Kharief, as the major area falls on rainfed situation only. The crops includes, Ragi, Sajja and Jowar as common food crops. Paddy is also if the tank irrigation supports in the environment. Among the few perennials Mangoes are very popular. Flowering crops like chrysanthemum are of the attraction to farms. Chillies and few vegetables such as Tomatoes, Cabbage and Brinjal are also crops of the interest. Water from dug well and bore well and cannel was used for irrigation

Migration: During survey it was found that local population were migrating for employment purpose. As well as others state peoples were came in that area for the labour work also.

Sanitation: Toilet facility is one of the most basic facilities required in a house. The findings of the survey show that more than 85% of the households were having toilet facilities in their houses. There was open drainage system were seen at the surveyed villages. The overall condition of cleanliness was satisfactory.

Drinking Water Facilities: Ground water is the major source of drinking water in the villages wherein hand pumps, tap water and dug wells are installed.

Education Facilities: Most of the villages had education facilities in the form of Anganwadi and Primary Schools. Higher education facilities were available in the range of 3-4 km. Colleges and other diploma courses were available at district place.

Transportation Facility: For transportation purpose Auto, Public and Private Bus services were available. Transportation facilities were frequently available in the study area and connecting major cities. Private vehicles like Bicycles & Motor Cycles were mostly used by villagers for transportation purpose

Road Connectivity: Most of the roads were pucca and connecting to villages. Blacktop and cement roads were commonly seen inside the villages

Communication Facilities: For communication purpose mainly mobile phones, newspaper & post offices were seen in the villages.

Medical Facilities: There were few health care facilities available in the study area. In some of the villages, Primary Health Sub-Centers were available. Hospitals and other better medical facilities were available in the range of 05-10 km at town/city place

Electricity: All villages were availing electricity facility for all uses Market Facility: Study area was predominantly rural and semi urban type. In

villages, small shops were available for daily needs. Weekly market facility was available in some villages. Wholesale markets were available at town place.

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3.8 Waste generation: 3.8.1 Solid Waste:

Mining plan has been prepared for period a five years and conceptual period of lease period i.e. 11 years. As per the approved mining plan, the estimated quantity of waste generation will be about 2,66,460 CuM for the plan period and 6,07,088 CuM for the conceptual period. This waste, being predominantly rejected blocks, will be stored in the designated area within the lease and the utilization plan is being prepared for the approval by the Department of Mines & Geology. 3.8.2 Leachates: Granite rejects are not hazardous and do not contain any toxic elements.

3.8.3 Soil: Top Soil of about 6,075 m3 along with 9,784 m3 of sub-soil will be

generated. Top soil will be used for plantation works along the approach road and subsoil will be used for approach road formation and its periodic maintenance.

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CHAPTER 4 Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Methods

4.1 Land Environment: 4.1.1 Anticipated Impact On topography: Lease area is 3.660 Ha. and is a part of hilly terrain. The proposed quarry land is not a grazing or agriculture land. It is part of Government Waste Land bearing Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village & Mandal. There are no streams originating within the lease area. However, 2 first order seasonal (non-perennial) streams originate outside the lease area, of which one is on the North-West side and another is on the East side of the proposed lease area. The present appearance of the proposed quarry area is shown below:

It is seen that there is some top soil existent, at places (scattered) within the proposed area. However, there is no agriculture. The QL area is part of a hillock that has an elevation of about 120m from the surrounding ground level. Elevation range within the bounds of QL area is between 786 to 746 m AMSL. The entire hillock is part of Government Waste Land bearing Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village & Mandal. The area is covered with some scanty vegetation. Plants of typical Non-Forest Govt. Lands in Chittoor district covers the lease area besides thorny shrubs. Since the proposed QL area, is at considerable height from the surrounding ground level, there would not be any adverse impact on a) topography/drainage or land use, b) agriculture etc. This being an open cast mining proposal subsidence in the nearby area is not expected. Also, being a hard granitic mass, slope failures are also not anticipated. The external appearance will continue to be as it is.

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4.1.2 Mitigation Measures: Geological records on granite deposits state that considerable quantity of Colour Granite, in the form of a sheet rock, would be present in the QL area. Extraction of Colour Granite will be done, as per the approved mining plan, which states that all recorded granite deposits as ‘proved mineable reserves’ would be mined within the conceptual period of mine. The anticipated quantity of saleable granite, is about 20% of the total quantity excavated, resulting in 80% of the quantity, to be the rejected blocks, either due to their size or due to some geological/ structural defects. This waste need to be stacked properly, for which sufficient area has already been earmarked within the lease area. These waste granite blocks, will be used as building stone/ road metal/ aggregate after crushing during the conceptual period of mining. The detailed plan for rejected blocks/ waste utilization, is being prepared for approval by the Department of Mines & Geology, Govt. of A.P.

Also, as per the prevailing practice in the Indian Granite Industry, the life of the mine may get extended, depending on the production carried-out during the lease period, marketability of the quarried blocks, etc. In such a case, extension of EC will be sought.

4.2 Air Environment:

Flow chart for Colour Granite production proposed at Madanapalle, is shown below:

4.2.1 Anticipated Impact(s). 4.2.1.1 Emission Inventory: At present there is no activity over the proposed lease area. There are no sources of gaseous pollutants. Processing of granite blocks, within the lease area is not proposed. There will not be any cutting & polishing machine, crusher etc. within the lease area.

4.2.1.2Prediction of Fugitive Emissions in the Project: In the proposed Colour Granite quarry, it is envisaged to adopt wet drilling followed by wire saw cutting for separation of blocks from the primary rock. Hence, there will not be any kind of fugitive particulate matter emissions, due to proposed Colour Granite mining. However, as a precautionary measure, the following mitigative measures will be followed:

4.2.2 Mitigation Measures: During Mining

Jack Hammer Drills of 32mm diameter will be used. Wet drilling is proposed. Personal protection equipment will be issued to drillers. Road in lease will be macadamized.

QUARRY DRILLING

& WIRE

SAW

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SPLITTING

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Greenbelt There are some wild trees and thorny bushes existing within the lease area,

which need to be cleared off, to take-up mining activities. The entire lease area, being a sheet rock, it is not possible for plantation, even in

the 7.5m wide buffer zone/ safety zone of the QL area. It is proposed to take-up plantation, on both sides of 1.5 km long (proposed)

approach road with trees of wide canopy. There is some top soil, scattered at places, within the lease area and will be

utilized for plantation purpose, on both sides of the approach road, to support trees.

4.3 Water Environment (Surface & Ground Water)

4.3.1. Impact on hydrology, alteration in natural drainage etc. There is no river/drain flowing through the lease. There are 2 seasonal (non-perennial) first order streams passing outside the proposed QL area. One of these streams is passing on North-West boundary and another stream is originating from the East side of the QL area. These streams will have run-off only during monsoon. The proposed quarrying activity, will be from the south-west side of the lease area and will be limited to a maximum depth of 52m from top, which will still be above 70m from the surrounding ground level. Hence there will not be any kind of disturbance to ground water.

Hydrology: Average rainfall: 976 mm/year

4.3.2 Anticipated Impact: There are no surface sources (within the lease area) and ground water regime will not be altered during mining. There will be formation of two pits, during the conceptual period. Hence, there would be accumulation of storm water, during monsoon. The granite quarry pit water is not hazardous in nature.

4.3.3 Mitigation Measures: I. With respect to the first order streams, it is proposed to construct gully plugs,

using rejected granite boulders, along the first order streams, to prevent soil erosion.

II. It is proposed to provide silt traps, to each of the first order streams, before they join the second order stream.

III. Entry to un-authorized persons will be prohibited. IV. Ground water quality will be monitored quarterly as per CPCBs’ notification

422(E) and drinking water parameters will be analyzed as per IS standard 10500 through accredited environmental laboratory. Suitability of water quality will be displayed.

4.3.4 RAINWATER HARVESTING It is proposed to take-up rainwater harvesting, for ground water recharge, on either side of the newly proposed approach road. Also, in the nearby villages open drains will be made to collect the storm waters for rain water harvesting. The designs and construction details that will be carried out, as follows:

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Rain Water Harvesting Structure (RWHS) for Ground water Recharge:

Size: 1.0m x 1.0m x 1.5m

Table 23: Construction Details of Rain Water Harvesting System

Sr. No Volume, Cu.m Description

1 1.50 Excavation in Hard Gravelly and all available soils

2 0.75 65 mm metal

3 0.38 20 mm metal

4 0.18 Coarse sand

5 0.24 CRS masonry in 1:6 prop.

4.4 Noise Environment: 4.4.1 Anticipated Impact: There are no industrial noise sources in the lease. There are no sensitive receptors like hospitals, schools, old age homes etc., within 1 km radial distance. Only source during mine operation would be drilling and wire saw cutting. Drillers would be exposed to about 75-80 dB(A). 4.4.2 Mitigation Measures:

In case of Colour Granite Quarrying, there will not be any kind of blasting, for bench formation. Hence, no major noise pollution is anticipated. The vibrations during drilling will be absorbed by the mother rock. Hence, there would not be any adverse impact.

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4.5 Biological Environment: 4.5.1 Anticipated Impact: There is no sensitive fauna and flora or endangered species in 10 km radius of the lease. Lease is a part of non-forest government land (waste land). This area is not known for any kind of biodiversity.

4.5.2 Mitigation Measures: Project proponent will carry out plantation in scientific way. They will choose local species in consultation with local forest department.

4.6 Socioeconomic &Health: 4.6.1 Anticipated Impacts: There will not be any displacement on account of this project because there are no settlements within the proposed area. Also, the proponents (M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites) have obtained the G.O. (in-principle grant of quarry lease), from the Dept. of Mines & Geology, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh. Land is non–agriculture and is not being put to any use.

4.6.2 Mitigation Measures: It is proposed to a) prefer employment to deserving local persons in mining related trades like loading/unloading of blocks/ waste, drilling etc. b) train residents of nearby villages, for harvesting rain water, and sanitation practices etc.,

4.7 Mine wastes: 4.7.1 Anticipated Impacts: The expected waste generation will be about 2,66,460 m3 during the lease period and for the lease period, the total mineral rejection will be about 6,07,088 m3. Considering this as in-situ volume and a swell factor of 10%, the gross volume of waste to be handled will be about 6,67,797 m3, which needs to be accommodated, in the earmarked area. Dumps’ height in the terraced form will be 30+10 meters. They will not cause any adverse impact on prevailing mine lease environment. Leachates from dumps will not contain any toxic material.

4.7.2 Mitigation Measures: a. During proposed mining, to store the waste, an area of 1.6993 Hectares has been

earmarked. b. Physical stability of dump during operational phase will be ensured by suitable

bench maintenance, and during the dormant stage it will be ensured by grass weeding and plantations. However around the waste dump retaining wall is proposed and its cost is added in EMP.

c. A garland drain will be provided to collect runoff from the dumps. d. Efforts will be made, to sell the mineral rejects, as building stone/ road metal/

ballast, during the lease period.

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Reclamation/Closure Plan: Lease area is 3.660 Ha and 1.6993 Ha. will be opened during the plan period, and the quarry pit area (net) during the end of conceptual period is about 1.4047 Ha., during execution of this project. In case there are some more proved reserves even after the end of lease period, the proponent will be further applying for renewal of lease for mining residual quantity.

Reclamation or closure of mine will be planned only after all granite is extracted/mined. There would not be any municipal waste since any residential colony is not proposed over the lease.

4.8 Occupational Health Hazards 4.8.1 Physical Hazards

1. These hazards are due to fall of sides, fall of persons, collision of machinery, fire accidents, inundation etc.

2. Noise hazard can cause industrial deafness if not properly taken care of. As purely as a contingency measure the PPE like ear muffs are proposed.

3. Vibrations do not pose much problems to the persons unless their exposure is more than the recommended daily dosage. The recommended daily dosage is 10 hours non-continuous or 2 hours continuous. To ensure this job rotation and machine maintenance for reduction of vibration is proposed.

4. Other hazards can be fire accidents which can spread to the local forest if not properly taken care of.

4.8.2 Biological Hazards The risk of tropical diseases such as malaria and dengue fever is substantial at some remote mining locations. Leptospirosis and ankylostomiasis were common in mines, but eradication of rats and improved sanitation has controlled these hazards effectively.

4.8.3 Ergonomic Hazards The present machines are ergonomically designed as per the ILO code of practice. Therefore the hazards due to ergonomic reasons are minimum.

4.8.4 Psychological Hazards Drug and alcohol abuse has been a difficult issue to deal with in mining. Debate continues about how to measure psychophysical impairment. Nevertheless, mining operations commonly require the measurement of urinary drug metabolites and breath or blood alcohol on pre-employment and following accidents. Remote locations are common in mining with mine employees separated from their families and communities during work periods.

Expatriate placements are also common in mining and the associated psychosocial hazards have been reviewed recently. Unfortunately, fatal and severe traumatic injuries continue to occur in mining and often have a profound impact on morale.

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Post-traumatic stress disorders sometimes develop in witnesses, colleagues and managers. Registered managers often feel personally responsible for such injuries, even in the absence of negligence, and face the ordeal of government inquiries and legal proceedings.

4.8.5 Mitigation Measures: Mining activities are associated with dust emissions and can be hazardous to workers particularly during drilling, wire saw cutting and loading. Associated health hazards will be respiratory/ pulmonary including industrial deafness. For this reason the Mines Act had recommended through MVTR rules and Mine Rules the schedule of medical check-up for all the workers including the contractual workmen. The schedule is full body medical check-up once in 5 years.

Table 24: Occupational Safety and Health Program

Program Definition Study Elements

Surveillance Assessment for the condition of Occupational Hygiene and Factors in the organization with interpretation of health data.

Availability and use of PPE

Appropriate workers exposure to the work zone

Injury and illness

Improvement of data collection and surveillance system

Health Effect Study

Determination of the health outcomes of plant related activities through study of individual workers.

Epidomology

Toxicology

Physical exposure (Heat, Noise, Vibration, Radiation, Others.)

Exposure Assessment Study

Measurement of the extent of exposure to Workers

Assessment tools

Assessment strategies

Intervention Study

Study comprises of all approaches to identify and control accidental risks

Control system (Engineering, Administrative and PPE)

Emergency preparedness and response (Communication, Escape ways, Others)

Work Organization (Innovative work schedule, Plant characteristics, etc.)

Policy and regulation

Community participation

Diffusion and dissemination (Effectiveness training and information)

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Maintenance of data related to OH and S

Log book of workers health and available infrastructure

Training program

Computer program

Reports and papers

Workshop and seminars

4.9 Traffic Density: Maximum saleable production is 15,282 CuM/ Annum and considering an operating calendar of 300 days per year, the average saleable production will be about 50-52 CuM per day. Considering an average block size of 5 CuM, no. of blocks to be transported per day will be about 10 to 11 Nos. An addition of 2 to 3 tippers per day and considering an operating hours of 10 hours per day, only 1 tipper/ truck per hour (average) will be added to an existing traffic on Madanapalle-Punganur Highway. Also, 1 tipper/ truck per hour will be ply over the new approach road, which needs to be developed, over the span of 1.5 km to connect to Madanapalle-Punganur Highway.

4.9.1 Anticipated Impact: The new approach road, will be used by 25 tonner (Gross) tippers (2 to 3 numbers) a day. The new proposed road connecting the mine site to Madanapalle-Punganur Highway of 1.5 km, will have an average width of 5.5 meters. In two places the seasonal streamlets are crossing the proposed road. These streams may be damaged if not taken care of.

4.9.2 Mitigation Measures It is required to strengthen the road at 2 points. The same are marked in the topo map. These 2 points are identified during the field visit and will be strengthened. The cost of soling is shown in EMP. Apart from this, traffic does not require any special regulation. No need to cover the tippers, due to the fact that granite blocks, will not have any spillage along the haulage road. All tippers/ trucks will be periodically checked to confirm exhaust norms. Traffic signs will be provided along the road at curves and the places where required. 4.10 Soil 4.10.1 Anticipated Impact About 15,859 CuM of top soil/ subsoil is expected to be generated during the lease period. Of this, the top soil of about 6,075 m3 along with 9,784 m3 of sub-soil will be generated.

During proposed mining 6,07,088 CuM of mineral rejects/ waste material will be generated. To store this, an area of 1.6993 Ha. has been earmarked within the lease. The dump height and other measures will be as per IBM norms. They are not expected to cause any adverse impact on prevailing mine lease environment. Leachates from dumps will not contain any toxic material.

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4.10.2 Mitigation Measures Top soil will be used for plantation works along the approach road and subsoil will be used for approach road formation of 1.5 km length, from quarry site to Madanapalle-Punganur highway and its periodic maintenance. The waste granite blocks/ rejects will be stored in the designated area, in terrace form of 30m+10m height. To utilize the waste granite blocks/ rejects, a waste management plan is being made for approval by the Dept. of Mines & Geology. A garland drain will be provided around the dump in the dip most point. This will collect runoff from the dumps and release clean water. The natural tendency of the water is to flow to the west. Although the working is planned from East to West, there will be tendency of the water to enter the clean water streams. For this reason water garlands of 1m x 1m all along the northern boundary will be provided along the lease area so that runoff during rainy season cannot flow in to nearby area. This water will be drained through the silt trap, before they enter the 2nd order streams. There will be no potential of eroding in to and degrading any surface water. Sum up: Mining activity will lead to creation of pits of 1.4047 Ha with ultimate depth of

52 m, from top most elevation in the lease area. Total degraded land will be 1.6993 Ha. area at the end of conceptual period. Creation of benches due to mining are irretrievable. Environmental impacts can be managed by implementation of management

plan. Mining activity will create direct and indirect employment. Interception of ground water is not involved Rain water accumulated on the benches, will pass through the gully plugs, silt

traps etc., before they enter the 2nd order streams. As part of afforestation, it is proposed to develop green belt. Up to some extent socioeconomic needs of village will be addressed through

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CHAPTER 5

ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

5.1 Present proposal is for Colour Granite mining from 3.660 Ha. of reserve Non-Forest Govt. Land. In principle lease has been granted by State Government to M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites’ officials are professional mining personnel. As per regulations they had engaged an RQP to prepare a mining plan for approval by Dept. of Mines & Geology. No choice for alternative for site is available due to identification and allotment of mineral lease to project proponent by state Government.

5.2 Both M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites officials and the RQP have inspected the site and studied the occurrence of Colour Granite deposits at the site and other geological features in order that Colour Granite could be mined safely, economically and in an environment friendly manner. Mapping of Colour Granite was completed. Then section wise details of reserves were estimated.

There is no mining over the lease at present.

It was decided that it would be appropriate to opt for “Open Cast Semi-Mechanized Method” which would enable economical mining, at a maximum saleable production of 15,282 CuM per Annum.

5.3 Other alternatives for method of opencast mining like manual mining would be unscientific and not suitable. Present technology for extraction of Granite Blocks is by using wire saw cutting machines.

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CHAPTER 6 Environmental Monitoring Programme

6.1 Environmental Monitoring Programme:

Water Quality Monitoring: It has been decided that proposed lease being a granite deposit area, water quality in nearby wells and hand pumps may need not be regularly monitored. However, as a precautionary measure, water quality from the nearby sources will be verified and mitigation measures (if any required) will be implemented accordingly.

Water quality measurement will be quarterly.

Particulate Matter: PM emissions from fugitive sources will be quantified by measurement of ambient air quality during drilling and wire saw cutting by a competent agency. Dust control by water sprinkling will be ensured.

AAQ monitoring in lease will be weekly during active mining. Noise: A standard noise meter will be issued to mine manager who will measure noise levels and maintain a record.

Vibration analysis will be entrusted to any authorized lab, via mine manager. Occupational Health: Health record of miners will be entrusted to a registered medical doctor. He will maintain record as per industrial/occupational hygiene requirements.

6.2 Monitoring Programme:

Table 25: Monitoring Programme

Env. Segment Parameter Frequency

Water quality IS 10500 Quarterly


May & October


during drilling Monthly

Noise Equivalent noise levels during drilling Monthly

Health Pulmonary function, eye sight, audiometry, B.P.,etc.

Annual record

Plantation Survival Rate Annually

Data analyses Efficiency of mitigation measures Half-Yearly

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Monitoring and analysis will be carried out as per monitoring and testing methods prescribed by MoEFCC & CPCB.

Year No. of trees Location Peripheral lease in ha.

Along haul road Area in ha.

A budget of 6.40 Lakhs is earmarked for the activity.

6.3Plantationprogramme:

About 500 saplings will be planted on either side of 1.5 km proposed haulage road. One cubic metre pits will be made and will be filled with local soils from lease. Refuse or garbage will be added as per availability. Growth in the first year will be observed. Species will be chosen from the following and depending on availability.

Table 26: Plant Species Proposed for plantation

Common name Botanical Name


Kanchan Bahunia variegata & accuminate

Pink cassia Cassia nodasa & Cassia javanica

Baheda Terminalia bellirica

Neem Azadirachta indicia

Pangamia Pongamia pinnata

Table 27: Green Belt program Year wise

Year No of trees Location Along haul road Area in ha

1st 100 trees Avenue plantation, on either side of the

approach road, to a length of 0.3 km, between the quarry site and Madanapalle-Punganur

Highway (from mine side, 0 to 0.3 km)

0.100 2nd 100 trees - Do - from mine side 0.3 to 0.6 km

3rd 100 trees - Do - from mine side 0.6 to 0.9 km

4th 100 trees - Do - from mine side 0.9 to 1.2 km

5th 100 trees - Do - from mine side 1.2 to 1.5 km

TOTAL 500 trees 0.100 ha

A budget of Rs. 4,00,000 (total) is earmarked for implementation of plantation programme.

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Chapter 7: Additional Studies

7.1 Public Consultation: This is a draft EIA report prepared with respect to TOR issued following the SEAC meeting. This report will be circulated prior to public hearing under the auspices of APPCB. Issues raised during public hearing will be addressed in the final EIA/EMP Report.

7.2 Risk and Disaster Management Plan.

7.2.1 Hazards & Risks Associated: The hazards and risks associated with semi-mechanized open cast mining of Colour Granite of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, at Panapakam Reserve Forest, are as under:

Heavy Load Lifting Rotating Equipment Working in remote locations Presence of Reptiles Drilling & Jack hammering Fire Hazards

The hazards and risks associated with the above activities, along with the control measures, proposed, are listed below:

Table 28: Hazards and Associated Risks in Proposed Colour Granite Quarry

# Hazard Risks/ Consequences Control & Recovery Measures

A Heavy Load Lifting

1 Defective Crane/ Lifting Equipment

Overturning

Fall of Crane parts

Failure of ropes

Have periodic checkup by 3rd party

Ensure Daily checking by the operating personnel

2 Over loaded crane Overturning Use a crane which is certified and marked with S.W.L.

3 Use of defective lifting tackles

Fall of heavy objects

Injury to persons

All lifting tackles to be inspected by a third party & certified

4 Incorrect rigging / slinging/ lifting methods & in-experienced operators

Fall of heavy objects

Injury to persons

Keep trained personnel & banksman on the job

5 Elevated Loads Over turning Estimate the load before lifting

6 Lifting surfaces (soft sand/side slopes)

Over turning Check the soil condition before mounting the lifting gears

Provide mounting pads for the lifting equipment

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# Hazard Risks/ Consequences

Control & Recovery Measures

B Rotating Equipment

7 Unguarded rotating equipment

Personnel Injury Check the equipment before running whether the rotating parts are properly covered

8 Untrained personnel operating the equipment

Unsafe practices

resulting in injury.

Train the personnel before they can operate the machine.

9 Vibration on the equipment

Health injury

Damage to equipment

Arrange for periodic maintenance of the machine.

10 Loose objects near the rotating equipment.

Risk of getting

twisted resulting in

damage to equipment.

Remove all the loose items before starting the equipment.

C Working in Remote Locations

11 Any injury to a person working in remote location.

Threat to life

Unconsciousness for

long period time.

Have an emergency vehicle at site. Always ensure minimum of two

persons are in the work place Ensure proper communication

system. Conduct periodic training to personnel.

The driver should be knowledgeable to receive and convey the message and be alert while transporting the injured person to the nearest clinic.

12 Lack of adequate water supply to work personnel in remote locations.

Dehydration,

Fatigues/tiredness.

Estimate the quantity of water per person and accordingly arrange to supply water to locations.

Use Thermos flask to supply cool drinking water.

Have shades/tents for rest.

13 Vehicle breakdown Threat to life if not

attended in time

Ensure proper communication. Ensure mechanical team is always

available within reach to attend the faults.

Avoid night driving

D Presence of Reptiles

14 Presence of Reptiles /Insects taking the personnel by surprise.

Stung/Biting &

injecting venom in

the blood stream

leading to

unconsciousness/

death.

Inspect the working area every day before commencing the work.

If the reptile is observed, leave its path.

Keep the anti-venom ready in the site office.

Check the Shoes before wearing.

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# Hazard Risks/ Consequences Control & Recovery Measures

E Drilling & Jack Hammering

15 Loose cloth, long hair, ornaments

Entangle with rotating

parts

Personal injury

While drilling, avoid loose cloth, long hair, ornaments etc.

16 Flying chips and falling bodies

Personal injury Use eye protection and foot protection

17 Excessive pressure on bit, jamming of the bit

Drill may break

leading to personal

injury.

Use coolant, Follow correct work procedure

18 Compressed Air Increase of pressure

leading to Bursting of

pipes & their damage

Injuries to persons

handling the pipe

Check whether the pressure relief valve of the compressed air receiver functions properly

19 Pipes Tripping Hazard

leading to injuries to

persons

Keep the pipes away from the place of work

Wind it once the work is over.

20 Compressor Noise induced hearing

loss

Use earplugs/ ear muffs etc. (PPE)

21 Vibration Inadequate

maintenance of tools

leading to fatigue and

excessive vibration to

the hand and arm

Tools to be inspected. Supervision to ensure that

personnel are not exposed to excessive vibration due to continuous use

22 Dust Inhalation of dust,

foreign particles Contain dust with a spray of

water. Use proper PPE (dust masks)

F Fire Hazards

23 Occurrence of fire Loss of life/ injuries to

persons

Damage of greenery in

the surrounding forest

Loss of property/ assets

Portable fire extinguishers will be maintained at mine site.

Emergency vehicle to carry the injured to nearest clinic/ hospital

Periodic collection of dry leaves/ stems etc. and composting them in a dedicated pit

Appointment of fire watchers (especially during summer), to identify any fire mishaps and informing the site staff

Outside help from nearby fire station

In addition to the above, the following measures will also be followed:

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7.2.2 Safety measures Drilling: While drilling, the holes will be muffled with gunny bags. In addition these gunny bags are moistened continuously. This will prevent dust clouds. Transportation: Transportation will be by direct supervision and control of management. Traffic signs will be installed at every turning of the road. Proper instructions will be given to drivers while reversing the vehicles.

Inhalation: Use of PPE will be compulsory.

7.3 Emergency response system A cell will be formed at M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites for disaster management. Mine manager will be the Secretary. He will formulate a policy for the purpose of dealing with any of the emergencies enumerated above.

7.4 R & R, Corporate Social Responsibility Action Plan: Lease area is notified in favour of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites. Also, there are no dwellers/ habitations on the proposed lease area. Hence R & R plan per se is not required.

7.5 Corporate Social Responsibility: M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, being a responsible corporate, will abide by all requirements of social responsibility. A few are mentioned below:

(i) Supply of Solar Street Lights

Solar Street lights will be installed in nearby villages within 2 km radius. Approximate cost is Rs. 20,000/ to Rs, 25,000/- per unit, with an annual budget of Rs. 1.0 Lakhs per annum

(ii) Project Proponent will organize awareness camp amongst villagers to educate people on i) health -impact of excessive fluoride in water, ii) need for sound sanitation practice particularly with regard to water quality and sullage/ grey water management

(iii) Project Proponent will organize annual health camp, in the nearby villages.

Table 29: CSR – funds

Supply of Solar Street Lights Rs. 20,000 to 25,000/unit, and the budget allocated is about Rs. 2,00,000/- Annum

Awareness camps Rs. 50,000 per annum


Rs. 1,00,000/- per camp

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7.6 Corporate Environmental Responsibility: As per the provisions of MOEFCC office memorandum F-22-65/2017IA.III dated 1.05.2018, M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, have earmarked an investment of Rs. 1,00,000/- towards CER, which is 2% of the capital investment (Rs. 55 Lakhs)

This budget is earmarked for carrying out sanitation work and solid waste management for the village Peddareddipalli principally by project proponent.

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Chapter 8 Project Benefits

8.1 Project Benefits

● Colour Granite deposits in and around the proposed quarry lease area are of good quality. It has been lying unused for various reasons. There is market for Colour Granite in domestic as well as international markets. The proposed quarry area, is non- productive and unsuitable for agriculture.

Therefore mining will be in the interest of State revenue and of the people around. Direct and indirect employment to locals is assured.

● Improvement in Physical Infrastructure by way of installation of solar street lights in the nearby villages, as part of Corporate Social Responsibility.

● Employment: Direct employment to 18 local persons are expected. Out of which 12 will be semiskilled and unskilled. Indirect employment to 15 people is expected.

● Land Use There will be a small change in Land Use of the area due to the proposed mining activity. But Project activity will lead local socioeconomic benefit which will attract change in land use by developing small shops in the area, may be chance of developing better household infrastructures etc.

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Chapter 9 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis

9.1 Environmental Cost Benefit Lease is a Non-Forest Govt. Land. It has no major tree cover, except some shrubs and thorny plants. There is sheet rock. Therefore there would not any major damage to environmental quality.

Initiation of mining by M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites will improve revenue to the state without major deterioration in environmental quality. On the contrary, population in nearby villages will become aware of importance of potable water quality and sanitation.

Openings for indirect employment to locals in plantation, waste handling etc. are possible.

Project will create green inventory of 500 trees.

Apart from it project authority will implement village biodiversity conservation plan to conserve village flora, faunas etc.

Detailed budget is earmarked for the activities in Chapter 10.

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Chapter 10 Environment Management Plan

10.1 Administrative & Technical Management Mines Manager of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, Chittoor, will be the technical head for mining operations, who will be qualified mining engineer having awareness of prevailing environmental laws besides mining rules according to which open cast mining, management of wastes, top soil & sub soil etc. will be carried out.

Mine manager will adhere to the monitoring schedule included in Chapter 6. He will organize regular monitoring of ambient air and water quality and ensure enforcement of mitigation methods for control of particulate matter, as per norms.

Mine manager will keep a record of ground water quality in the nearby villages. Awareness camps on water quality and sanitation will be organized by the proponent.

A competent agency will be retained for environmental monitoring and for reports thereof which will be forwarded to APPCB/MoEFCC/ SEIAA as per EC conditions.

10.2 Dust Control Plan Dust is the major pollutant generated from the mining operations. In case of Colour Granite mining, no major dust would be generated during mining, handling and transportation of the material. However, the environmental control measures, proposed to control the fugitive emissions released during the production are given below: Mines

While drilling, the holes will be muffled with gunny bags. In addition these gunny bags are moistened continuously. This will prevent dust clouds

Dust masks will be provided to the workers especially working in the drilling operations.

Excavation operations are proposed to be suspended during periods of very strong winds

Emission from exhaust of compressors will be checked periodically to ascertain the engine efficiency

Periodical monitoring through Respirable dust samplers shall be done to take corrective action.

Plantation of wide leaf trees and tall grass along approach roads will be done to suppress the spread of airborne dust. In addition, the existing greenery outside the mine lease area, will also act as a dust barrier.

Afforestation over the inactive waste dump surfaces shall be done

Periodic health checkup for the workers as per OHS plan.

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Haulage

All haulage roads will be maintained regularly.

Macadamizing of main approach roads will be carried out to reduce dust generation

Water will be sprayed regularly on the roads by using water tankers. Carrying out experiments on dust suppressants and wetting agents and implementing the same if feasible.

Regular and periodic maintenance of deployed machineries, to reduce smoke emission.

Development of green barriers along the main approach roads.

Air quality will be regularly monitored both in the core zone and the buffer zone. A summary of control measures is given below.

Table 30: Summary of Control Measures

Sl. No

Dust Source Control measure

1 Haulage Road Compaction, gradation and drainage on both sides and development of greenbelts

Proper maintenance. Regular water spraying. The main approach roads to the mine and waste

dumps will be macadamized.

2 Truck Movement No overloading of trucks. Enforcing speed limit. Regular monitoring of the exhaust

3 Waste dumps Peripheral dumping and compaction. Water spraying on dump roads.

4 Mine pit Regular water spraying in working areas. Proper maintenance of HEMM Proper height exhaust chimney to air compressor Provision of dust masks.

10.3 Action Plan for Floral Species: 1] Awareness in local people for species to be conserved through meetings, volunteers, posters. 2] Target for plantation including identification of sites like road boundaries, waste lands, burial/crematorial area, gram panchayat, school peripheries etc. 3] Daily watering facility to planted saplings. 4] It will be ensured that the sapling will be planted above the age of 2 years.

10.4 Action Plan for Fauna Species: 1] Awareness in local people for species to be conserved through meetings, volunteers, posters. 2] Awareness regarding importance of fauna in villagers. Advocacy to have good policy to save faunas.

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3] Fauna habitat conservations. 4] Expert advice for conservation.

All these efforts will develop a culture to conserve village biodiversity apart from water, soil conservation.

10.5 Cost for Implementation of Environmental Management Plan

Table 31: Budget for implementation of Environmental Management Plan

Activity Capital Investment, Rs. in lakhs

Recurring Budget , Rs. per Annum

Waste Storage and handling - 2,00,000

Protection Works (like gully plugs, silt traps etc. for the

first order streams on north-west and east side of the

quarry)

1.00 20,000

Protection of streams crossing the proposed

approach road at 2 places

1.00 10,000

Dust Suppression of the Approach Road

4.00 1,20,000

Environmental Monitoring - 1,00,000

Greenery Plantation 4.00 1,00,000

Fire Prevention (to prevent any accidental fires)

- 30,000

Health & Safety (PPE, employee health check-up,

insurance etc.)

0.50 1,00,000

CSR 3.00 1,50,000

CER 1.00 --

Total Rs. 14.50 Lakhs Rs. 8,30,000

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CHAPTER 11 SUMMARY & CONCLUSION

11.1 Overall Justification(s) for the Project Area around the proposed Colour Granite quarry is known for Colour Granite deposits which have remained unused, for several centuries. M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites has decided to mine the quality Colour Granite and make it available to the domestic as well as international market.

RQP has prepared a mining plan to suit the type of deposits which are in the proposed area and can be mined by Open Cast Semi-Mechanized mining method without altering the tenet of environment. Lease is part of Panapakam Reserve Forest and is not an agricultural land or residential area. It has been notified in favour of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites.

Mining rate will be 50-52 CuM per day (saleable granite) with drilling and wire saw cutting.

11.2 Proponent and the need for the project o Government of Andhra Pradesh has granted a 3.660 Ha. of Non-Forest Govt.

Land for Colour Granite mining for 20 years to M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, vide Notice No. 11115/R5-1/2018, dated 24-01-2019.

o M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites, a Proprietorship firm owned by Smt. N. Valli, W/o Sri. S. Naresh, a resident of Chittoor Town in Andhra Pradesh

o The proposed Granite Quarry area is a part of Non-Forest Government Land bearing Sy. No. 867/P of Madanapalle Village in Madanapalle Mandal of Chittoor District. The proposed quarry area has been notified in favour of the Proponent.

o The proposed Colour Granite Quarry Lease area, falls within a Latitude and Longitude of 13o 29’ 24.98663” N to 13o 29’ 32.43858”N and 78o 30’ 57.09246”E to 78o 31’ 06.08814” E respectively.

o There is no agriculture on the proposed mining land. o Within 500m radial distance of the proposed quarry, there is one quarry lease

belonging to Sri. A. Karthikeyan, with a total extent of 3.831 Hectares, which was granted on 07th Nov. 2018 for 20 years and they have obtained EC, Vide EC No. DEIAA/AP/CTR-132/2018-132, dated 03-04-2018. Hence, as per the Gazette Notification No. S.O. 2269 (E), dated 01st July 2016, issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Govt. of India, the above quarry of Sri. A. Karthikeyan, becomes part of the cluster of the above proposed quarry of M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites

o As per the Office Memorandum No. F. No. L-11011/175/2018-IA-II(M), dated 12th Dec. 2018, the combined area in the cluster becomes 7.491 Hectares, which is crossing the threshold limit of 5 Hectares, the above proposal becomes “B2 at par with B1” category, and hence needs to carry-out Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Studies, followed by Public Consultation

o The Proponent had applied for Environmental Clearance to State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Andhra Pradesh and they have issued the Terms of Reference (ToR), for carrying-out Environment Impact Assessment

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(EIA) studies and preparation of an EIA/ EMP (Environmental Management Plan), for the proposed Colour Granite Quarrying, vide Lr No. SEIAA/AP/ CTR/MIN/ 04/2019/911-330, dated 26.02.2020.

o M/s Global Environment & Mining Services, Hospet, Karnataka, have been retained by the Proponent to carry-out EIA Studies and preparation of EIA/EMP report. The baseline data collection (environmental monitoring) was conducted as per MOEF & CC norms for winter season (January 2020 to March 2020).

o Present summary is of the EIA report as per TOR and has been prepared as per generic structure given in Appendix III of EIA Notification 2006 by MOEF & CC.

o It is proposed to mine Colour Granite, at an average saleable production of 13,323 m3 per Annum and a maximum of 15,282 m3 per annum, by semi-mechanized open cast mining method.

o Colour Granite Mining is important for the Construction Industry, in domestic as well as international market.

o This is a new project & RQP has prepared the mining plan for mining of Colour Granite, by maintaining proper safety standards.

o Life of the mine is about 11 Years, considering an estimated total mineable reserves of 1,51,772 m3 (incl. waste). The anticipated saleable quality granite will be of 15% of the total mined quantity (Recovery of 15%).

11.3 Lease Details: o The Estimated Geological and Mineable Reserves, are as under:

Description Geological Reserves m3 Mineable Reserves m3

Proved 5,14,856 4,10,962

Probable 5,48,944 3,47,897 TOTAL 10,63,800 7,58,859

o Local Geology: The lease area is comprises of Granite with strike trending in North-South direction. The grain size of the Granite is medium. The less joint planes are observed in the area. The joint plane seems to be decreasing with respect to depth of persistence as seen in working pit present in the proposed lease area. The Colour Granite in the form of sheet rock formed from the intrusion of magma, it indicates this is the younger formation of Granitic rocks. Gneisses complex comprises of grey granite, pink granite and Gneisses granite. The rock in the lease area is slightly weathered at the top and weathering is not observed at the depth. The blocks removed from this area is fresh.

o Topography of the site: QL area is part of a hillock that is elevated by 120m from the existing ground surface in the surroundings. QL area has a relief of 40 m, with maximum and minimum elevation ranging between 786 m and 746 m AMSL. Gradient of QL area with that of horizontal surface is 13°. QL surface is gently sloping down towards north-west

o There are no sensitive receptors or ecosystems or water bodies in the core zone. o Nearest Village Peddareddipalli is at 0.90 km. o There is no agriculture on the lease. o There are no eco sensitive areas within 10 km of the proposed area. There are no

major industries within this area, except some granite cutting and polishing industries in the nearby Madanapalle town, at a distance of about 7-8 km from proposed quarry lease area

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11.4 Proposed Mining o The proposed mining is planned to be carried out by opencast semi mechanized

mining method. Combined extraction method with drilling, and diamond wire sawing will be applied in extraction of Colour granite blocks. Mining will be carried out by formation of benches of each 6.0m high, 6m width, during the plan period. The ultimate pit slope will be maintained at 60° during the plan period and the same will be retrieved to 3.0m width during conceptual stage where the ultimate pit slope will be increased to 63o. This will enable us for better mineral recovery from the blocked reserves.

o Initially thorny shrubs present in the proposed area of excavation will be removed. Then topsoil will be scraped using a wheel loader or a backhoe. Overburden is not anticipated in the lease area as the rock is not much weathered.

o For separation of primary blocks, either drilling and splitting or drilling with wire saw cutting technique, will be employed. It depends on various technical factors and decision will be made on site.

o After the working trench and the face for frontal excavation have been done, horizontal and vertical holes of 28 mm diameter will be drilled using compressor operated jack hammers. Holes will be closely spaced i.e., 0.20m in a straight line, using compressor operated jack hammers. Drill rods will be periodically replaced with the longer ones until the proposed depth or length of drilling is achieved.

o Drilled holes will be stuffed with calculated quantity of splitting agent and plugged from the top.

o The block gets separated from its parent rock, which will be dislodged from the face with excavator.

o In case of diamond wire sawing vertical and horizontal cuts are done. The cutting of lamellae with a diamond wire saw is done with two cuts. The first, the dimensions 6.0X1.7m is done from the rear side and the second, the dimensions 10.4X1.7m is done horizontally along the bottom. The vertical and horizontal drill holes will have the same direction to allow easy connection of the diamond wire saw.

o Once the primary blocks are dislodged from sheet rock, the block will be observed carefully on all faces for defects like hairline cracks, presence of veins and mineral segregations etc.

o Depending upon the size, shape and defects in the primary block secondary blocks are cut using jack hammers by drilling vertical holes of 28mm followed by hydro blasting. Holes are drilled at 20 cm distance.

o In the above process of cutting secondary blocks a few defective and undersized blocks will be generated which will be considered as waste and transported to the waste dump area.

o Marketable blocks obtained will be shifted to stockyard, dressed symmetrically to perfect sizes and will be shipped to polishing facility for further processing.

o The details of year wise excavation during the plan period, are as under:

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Year Total ROM (m3)


Top soil (m3)


@20% Waste @80%

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

I 56,153 11,231 44,922 1.0 : 4.0 7,103 Nil

II 62,466 12,493 49,973 1.0 : 4.0 3,866 Nil

III 66,987 13,397 53,590 1.0 : 4.0 2,876 Nil

IV 71,062 14,212 56,850 1.0 : 4.0 2,014 Nil

V 76,408 15,282 61,126 1.0 : 4.0 Nil Nil

Total 3,33,076 66,615 2,66,461 - 15,859 Nil

Avg. 66,615 13,323 53,292 - - -

Max. 76,408 15,282 61,126 - - -

o The Conceptual Mining Plan, is as under: Period Total

ROM (m3) Top soil

(m3) OB/SB/ IB (m3)


Saleable @20% (m3)

Waste @80% (m3)

Plan 3,33,076 15,859 Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

1st Scheme 3,33,076 Nil Nil 66,615 2,66,461 1.0 : 4.0

2nd Scheme 92,707 Nil Nil 18,541 74,166 1.0 : 4.0

TOTAL 7,58,859 15,859 Nil 1,51,771 6,07,088 1.0 : 4.0

11.5 EIA Monitoring: o Monitoring was conducted as per standard terms of reference for the mining

industry and those mentioned in the TOR issued by SEIAA, A.P Area within 10 km radius from the lease was examined. Baseline ambient air quality, information on hydrogeology and water quality, land use etc. was collected as per MOEF&CC criteria.

o Probable impacting activities during proposed mining activity were identified. o Impacts on water quality quantity impacts were considered. Impact on land use,

socio economic status during project activities have been considered.

Base line environmental quality: Air:

There are no industrial gaseous emission sources. Predominant wind directions during the study period are from ESE (25.5%), followed by SSE (22.7%), SE (15.5%) and E (13.0%). Average wind speed is 2.96 m /sec.



quality criteria viz. PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx which are respectively 100, 60, 80

and 80 µg/m3. Predominant emissions during open cast mining operations would be

generation of particulate matter during drilling, wire saw cutting, loading/unloading and transportation activities.

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Noise: Ld, Ln &Ldn values were typical of rural background.

Lease (Core) dB(A)

Buffer (Min.) dB(A)

Buffer (Max.) dB(A)

Ld 38 40 52

Ln 36 36 48

Ldn 37 39 50

Sources of noise would be during drilling and wire saw cutting.

Water: There are no surface sources viz. rivers/ lake in the lease area, except two (02) seasonal (non-perennial) first order streams, are originating on the outside of the lease area, on southern side. Also, one (01) first order stream is passing along the northern boundary of the lease area. The average annual rainfall in Chittoor District is about 976mm per year. As per the Ground Water Brochure (Sept. 2013) prepared for Chittoor District, by Central Ground Water Board, GoI, the average ground water levels in Madanapalle Mandal Region is about 10-20m BGL (Pre-Monsoon) and 5-10m BGL (Post-Monsoon). The ground water quality in and around the proposed lease area is slightly alkaline, with the pH levels ranging from 7.5 to 8.6. The total hardness is ranging from 230 to 596 mg/liter as CaCO3, whereas the Total Dissolved Solids content is varying between 420 to 920 mg/liter. The fluoride levels are ranging from 0.5 to 1.5 mg/liter and the nitrate levels are varying between 10 to 100 mg/liter. The sulphate levels are ranging from 45 to 210 mg/liter and the chloride levels are varying between 80 to 410 mg/liter. In general, the ground water quality in the study area, confirms to the permissible limits of IS:10500-2012 (Drinking Water Specification).

Surface runoffs during monsoon from lease will enter the quarry pits. Of this, some water will evaporate and some can slowly percolate down.

Solid waste: During the mining plan period, the mineral rejects are estimated to be 2,66,460 m3 and for the lease period, the total mineral rejection will be about 6,07,088 m3.

Rejects will be dumped in the designated area within the lease site in the terraced form. The height of each terrace as per the statute should not be more than 30 meters. For the given quantity of waste, the height of the dump selected is 40 meters, out of which the first terrace is 30 meters and the second one is 10 meters. This material will be handled for supplying it to the locals. The method is more fully described in later chapters.

Top Soil of about 6,075 m3 will be generated, which will be used for plantation works in the buffer zone as well as along the approach road. In addition, there will be a subsoil of about 9,784 m3, which will be used for approach road formation and maintenance during the lease period.

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11.6 Impacts:

Land: There is some top soil, scattered at places, within the proposed lease area, but no agriculture. There are no existing quarry pits or dumps. One pit will be made during the operational phase of the quarry, leaving the buffer zone all around the quarry. Hence there would not be any major adverse impact on topography/ drainage or on land use or agriculture. Appearance will continue to be as it is. Based on the present estimates, the mineable reserves can lost for 11 or 12 years, at the proposed rate of production. However, further exploration needs to be carries-out. Also, the geological records on these granite deposits state that considerable granite quantity would be present in the pit even after extracting the presently estimated mineable reserves, during the life of the mine, as per approved mining plan. Hence backfilling or reclamation of the mined out area is not proposed. Thus, mined out pit will be a “rainwater” storage structure till mining starts again. It is likely that recharge ground water aquifer takes place. Also reservoir water can be used for miscellaneous purposes like plantation, fish culture etc.

During the lease period, about 2,66,461 m3 of mineral rejects (waste) is expected to be generated, which will be stored in the designated area of 0.7149 Hectares. During the conceptual period of mine, the anticipated waste generation will be about 6,07,088 m3, which will be, stored in an extent of 1.6993 hectares. This will be used for back-filling of the quarry pit, during the closure. These waste dumps are not expected to cause any adverse impact on the surrounding environment. Leachates from dumps will not contain any toxic material. The Landuse details, in lease area, are as under:

Land use details

Sl. No.

Particulars



(Ha)




-- -- --

3 Waste Dump -- 0.7149 1.6993



6 Roads 0.0819 0.0819 --

7 Green Belt 0.0000 0.5339 0.5339


Total 3.6600 3.6600 3.6600

Air: As colour granite mining doesn’t involve typical mining activities like blasting etc., it is not proposed to cause any major adverse effects on the surrounding air

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environment. However, the activities like drilling, vehicle movement, etc., is likely to cause some increase in the dust content, within the lease area. Ground level concentrations as per AERMOD model for dispersion of air pollutants for lease area source show that there would not be any adverse impact on ambient air quality.

Water: There would not be any impact on aquatic environment including hydrology, drainage or quality because a) there is no drain in the lease, b) ground water table will not be intercepted, c) dewatering of pits will not be required and d) granite pit water is suitable for irrigation. Regular monitoring for fluoride content is required.

Noise: Sources during mine operation would be drilling and wire saw cutting. Drillers would be exposed to about 75-80 dB(A). In this case, no blasting is involved. Pit-walls would absorb the vibrations due to drilling. Hence, there would not be any adverse impact. There are no structures over the lease area, as well as within 1 km radius of the quarry lease area..

Biological: There is no sensitive fauna and flora or endangered species within 10 km radius of the lease. Lease is a part of Reserve Non-Forest area. However, this area is not known for any special kind of biodiversity. Project proponent will carry out plantation in scientific way. He will choose locally suitable species in consultation with local forest department.

Socioeconomic & health: There will not be any displacement on account of this project because land is an uninhabited land and no agriculture is being carried-out in the area, due to hard sheet rock spread over the entire lease area. Also, the proposed area has been notified in favour of the Project Proponent. It is proposed to a) prefer employment to deserving local persons in mining related trades like loading/unloading of granite blocks, waste handling, drilling etc., b) train residents of nearby villages for harvesting rain water, and sanitation practices etc., c) employment of local people for works related to development & maintenance of greenbelt and afforestation.

Monitoring schedule:

Env. segment Parameter Frequency

Water quality IS 10500 Quarterly


Half-Yearly (May & October)


During drilling, wire saw cutting - Monthly

Noise Equi. noise levels During drilling, wire saw cutting- Monthly

Health Pulmonary function, eye sight, audiometry, B.P., etc.

Annual record

Plantation Survival Annual survival rate

Data analyses Efficiency of mitigation measures Half-Yearly

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Plantation: The proposed quarry area and its buffer zone, has a rocky outcrop and hence it is not possible to take-up any plantation in the 7.5 m wide safety zone. However, it is proposed to take-up plantation, on either side of the approach road. It is proposed to plant about 500 locally suitable species, as part of green belt development. One cubic meter pits will be made on either side of the approach road and will be filled with top soil from lease area. Refuse or garbage will be added as per availability. Growth in the first year will be observed. Species will be chosen from the following and depending on availability.

Common name Botanical name

Nagamalli Millingtoniasp


Kanchan Bahuniavariegata&accuminate

Pink cassia Cassia nodasa&javanca

Bahada Ficusglomrata

Occupational Health & Safety Measures:

The employees working in the quarrying activity will be provided with suitable personnel protective equipment (PPE) like safety shoes, dust masks, helmets, etc. Also, they will be subjected to annual health check-up, particularly for hearing related illness and respiratory disorders. Protective shelters for workers with treated R.O. Water, First Aid facilities, Dining facility etc. will be provided.

11.7 Corporate Social Responsibility:

A few are mentioned below: (i) Supply of Solar Street Lights

Solar Street lights will be installed in nearby villages within 2 km radius. Approximate cost is Rs. 20,000/ to Rs, 25,000/- per unit

(ii) Project Proponent will organize awareness camp amongst villagers to educate

people on i) health -impact of excessive fluoride in water, ii) need for sound sanitation practice particularly with regard to water quality and sullage/ grey water management

(iii) Project Proponent will organize annual health camp, in the nearby villages.

CSR – funds

Activity Anticipated funds/year Rs

Supply of Solar Street Lights Rs. 20,000/ to Rs. 25,000/ per unit, and the budget allocated is about Rs. 2,00,000/- Annum

Awareness camps Rs. 50,000 per Annum


Rs. 1,00,000/- per camp

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11.8 Economics of project: Economics of project: Granite deposits in proposed quarry area are of good quality. It has high demand in the domestic as well as international market. The proposed land has a rocky patch and is non-productive and unsuitable for agriculture. Therefore mining will be in the interest of State revenue and of the people around. Direct and indirect employment to locals is assured. Lease is a rocky land in Non-Forest Govt. Land. It has some wild shrubs and thorny bushes. The rain water collected in the quarry pits will be used for purposes like dust suppression, tree watering etc. Therefore there would not any damage to environmental quality. Initiation of mining by M/s Shree Amma Bhagavan Granites will improve revenue to the state without deterioration in environmental quality. On the contrary population in nearby villages will become aware of importance of potable water quality and sanitation. Openings for indirect employment to locals in plantation, loading/ unloading operations etc. are possible. Additional water supply source in form of pit-water, recharge of aquifer is likely.

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CHAPTER 12 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS

1.

Name of consulting firm

M/s Global Environment & Mining Services Hospet, Bellary District, Karnataka Phone : 9480180099 E mail : [email protected]

2. Details Recognition & Accreditation

M/s Global Environment & Mining Services: Established: 2004 Accredited by QCI/NABET for Mining and Mineral Beneficiation and Accreditation No. QCI/NABET/EIA/ACO/19/1034.

M/s GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT & MINING SERVICES, Hospet, Bellary District, Karnataka is an ISO 9001:2008, OHSAS 18001:2007 certified company, offers International Multidisciplinary Consultancy and Services in Mining Engineering – Pre-feasibility reports, Geology, Mine Survey, Mine Evaluation & Mineral Economics, Mine Planning and Design, Mine Closure Plans, Environment, CSR Activities, Pre-Post-Current Statutory Clearances and various other aspects of Mining and Quarrying. Offers Innovative, Simple, Creative and Focused solutions to achieve “The

Best” results under time, and budget constraints. Total Solutions at all stages of the mine – from Evaluation of Remote location Green Field virgin mineral deposits, Pre-feasibility reports, Investment decisions, obtaining all Pre-operative statutory clearances, Exploration, Mine Planning & Development, Operations, Safety, Environment, CSR Activities, etc right upto Mine Closure and Post Mining Activities. We assist in Strategic planning and execution of Mining and Environment projects with the ‘Smart (right) moves at the Right time’ approach, keeping the long term in the Perspective, to ensure environment friendly techno-economic operations with Optimum utilization of resources, Safety, Profitability, Sustainable development and Social awareness thereby giving a competitive edge to the mining projects and operations, to stand ahead as Industry Leaders in the changing and versatile economic and market conditions that the mineral industry is experiencing these days. M/s Global Environment & Mining Services (GEMS), Hospet, has the following certifications/ accreditations: An ISO 9001-2008 and OHSAS 18001-2007 Certified Organization NABET Accredited for preparation of EIA/EMP for Mining and Beneficiation

Projects IBM Certified for Preparation of Mining Plans and Mine Closure Plans NABL and MoEFCC Accredited Environmental Laboratory Recognized by Govt. of Maharashtra for DGPS Survey Recognized by Govt. of Karnataka for DGPS Survey Recognized by Govt. of Goa for DGPS Survey

mailto:[email protected]

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Annexure-1 (Terms of Reference)

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Standard Terms of Reference proposed for carrying out EIA Studies, for Non-Coal Mining.

1) Year-wise production details since 1994 should be given, clearly stating the highest

production achieved in any one year prior to 1994. It may also be categorically informed whether there had been any increase in production after the EIA Notification 1994 came into force, w.r.t. the highest production achieved prior to 1994.

2) A copy of the document in support of the fact that the Proponent is the rightful lessee of the mine should be given.

3) All documents including approved mine plan, EIA and Public Hearing should be compatible with one another in terms of the mine lease area, production levels, waste generation and its management, mining technology etc. and should be in the name of the lessee.

4) All corner coordinates of the mine lease area, superimposed on a High Resolution Imagery/ toposheet, topographic sheet, geomorphology and geology of the area should be provided. Such an Imagery of the proposed area should clearly show the land use and other ecological features of the study area (core and buffer zone).

5) Information should be provided in Survey of India Toposheet in 1:50,000 scale indicating geological map of the area, geomorphology of land forms of the area, existing minerals and mining history of the area, important water bodies, streams and rivers and soil characteristics.

6) Details about the land proposed for mining activities should be given with information as to whether mining conforms to the land use policy of the State; land diversion for mining should have approval from State land use board or the concerned authority.

7) It should be clearly stated whether the proponent Company has a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its Board of Directors? If so, it may be spelt out in the EIA Report with description of the prescribed operating process/procedures to bring into focus any infringement/deviation/ violation of the environmental or forest norms/ conditions? The hierarchical system or administrative order of the Company to deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the EC conditions may also be given. The system of reporting of non-compliances / violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the Company and/or shareholders or stakeholders at large, may also be detailed in the EIA Report.

8) Issues relating to Mine Safety, including subsidence study in case of underground mining and slope study in case of open cast mining, blasting study etc. should be detailed. The proposed safeguard measures in each case should also be provided.

9) The study area will comprise of 10 km zone around the mine lease from lease periphery and the data contained in the EIA such as waste generation etc. should be for the life of the mine / lease period.

10) Land use of the study area delineating forest area, agricultural land, grazing land, wildlife sanctuary, national park, migratory routes of fauna, water bodies, human settlements and other ecological features should be indicated. Land use plan of the

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mine lease area should be prepared to encompass preoperational, operational and post operational phases and submitted. Impact, if any, of change of land use should be given.

11) Details of the land for any Over Burden Dumps outside the mine lease, such as extent of land area, distance from mine lease, its land use, R&R issues, if any, should be given.

12) A Certificate from the Competent Authority in the State Forest Department should be provided, confirming the involvement of Non-Forest Govt. Land, if any, in the project area. In the event of any contrary claim by the Project Proponent regarding the status of forests, the site may be inspected by the State Forest Department along with the Regional Office of the Ministry to ascertain the status of forests, based on which, the Certificate in this regard as mentioned above be issued. In all such cases, it would be desirable for representative of the State Forest Department to assist the Expert Appraisal Committees.

13) Status of forestry clearance for the broken up area and virgin forestland involved in the Project including deposition of net present value (NPV) and compensatory afforestation (CA) should be indicated. A copy of the forestry clearance should also be furnished.

14) Implementation status of recognition of forest rights under the Scheduled Tribes and other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 should be indicated.

15) The vegetation in the RF / PF areas in the study area, with necessary details, should be given.

16) A study shall be got done to ascertain the impact of the Mining Project on wildlife of the study area and details furnished. Impact of the project on the wildlife in the surrounding and any other protected area and accordingly, detailed mitigative measures required, should be worked out with cost implications and submitted.

17) Location of National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Ramsar site Tiger/ Elephant Reserves/(existing as well as proposed), if any, within 10 km of the mine lease should be clearly indicated, supported by a location map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden. Necessary clearance, as may be applicable to such projects due to proximity of the ecologically sensitive areas as mentioned above, should be obtained from the Standing Committee of National Board of Wildlife and copy furnished.

18) A detailed biological study of the study area [core zone and buffer zone (10 km radius of the periphery of the mine lease)] shall be carried out. Details of flora and fauna, endangered, endemic and RET Species duly authenticated, separately for core and buffer zone should be furnished based on such primary field survey, clearly indicating the Schedule of the fauna present. In case of any scheduled- I fauna found in the study area, the necessary plan along with budgetary provisions for their conservation should be prepared in consultation with State Forest and Wildlife Department and details furnished. Necessary allocation of funds for implementing the same should be made as part of the project cost.

19) Proximity to Areas declared as 'Critically Polluted' or the Project areas likely to come under the 'Aravali Range', (attracting court restrictions for mining operations), should also be indicated and where so required, clearance certifications

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from the prescribed Authorities, such as the SPCB or State Mining Department should be secured and furnished to the effect that the proposed mining activities could be considered.

20) Similarly, for coastal Projects, A CRZ map duly authenticated by one of the authorized agencies demarcating LTL. HTL, CRZ area, location of the mine lease w.r.t CRZ, coastal features such as mangroves, if any, should be furnished. (Note: The Mining Projects falling under CRZ would also need to obtain approval of the concerned Coastal Zone Management Authority).

21) R&R Plan/compensation details for the Project Affected People (PAP) should be furnished. While preparing the R&R Plan, the relevant State/National Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy should be kept in view. In respect of SCs /STs and other weaker sections of the society in the study area, a need based sample survey, family-wise, should be undertaken to assess their requirements, and action programmes prepared and submitted accordingly, integrating the sectoral programmes of line departments of the State Government. It may be clearly brought out whether the village(s) located in the mine lease area will be shifted or not. The issues relating to shifting of village(s) including their R&R and socio-economic aspects should be discussed in the Report.

22) One season (non-monsoon) [i.e. March-May (Summer Season); October-December (post monsoon season) ; December-February (winter season)]primary baseline data on ambient air quality as per CPCB Notification of 2009, water quality, noise level, soil and flora and fauna shall be collected and the AAQ and other data so compiled presented date-wise in the EIA and EMP Report. Site-specific meteorological data should also be collected. The location of the monitoring stations should be such as to represent whole of the study area and justified keeping in view the pre-dominant downwind direction and location of sensitive receptors. There should be at least one monitoring station within 500 m of the mine lease in the pre-dominant downwind direction. The mineralogical composition of PM10, particularly for free silica, should be given.

23) Air quality modeling should be carried out for prediction of impact of the project on the air quality of the area. It should also take into account the impact of movement of vehicles for transportation of mineral. The details of the model used and input parameters used for modeling should be provided. The air quality contours may be shown on a location map clearly indicating the location of the site, location of sensitive receptors, if any, and the habitation. The wind roses showing pre-dominant wind direction may also be indicated on the map.

24) The water requirement for the Project, its availability and source should be furnished. A detailed water balance should also be provided. Fresh water requirement for the Project should be indicated.

25) Necessary clearance from the Competent Authority for drawl of requisite quantity of water for the Project should be provided.

26) Description of water conservation measures proposed to be adopted in the Project should be given. Details of rainwater harvesting proposed in the Project, if any, should be provided.

27) Impact of the Project on the water quality, both surface and groundwater, should be assessed and necessary safeguard measures, if any required, should be provided.

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28) Based on actual monitored data, it may clearly be shown whether working will intersect groundwater. Necessary data and documentation in this regard may be provided. In case the working will intersect groundwater table, a detailed Hydro Geological Study should be undertaken and Report furnished. The Report inter-alia, shall include details of the aquifers present and impact of mining activities on these aquifers. Necessary permission from Central Ground Water Authority for working below ground water and for pumping of ground water should also be obtained and copy furnished.

29) Details of any stream, seasonal or otherwise, passing through the lease area and modification / diversion proposed, if any, and the impact of the same on the hydrology should be brought out.

30) Information on site elevation, working depth, groundwater table etc. Should be provided both in AMSL and bgl. A schematic diagram may also be provided for the same.

31) A time bound Progressive Greenbelt Development Plan shall be prepared in a tabular form (indicating the linear and quantitative coverage, plant species and time frame) and submitted, keeping in mind, the same will have to be executed up front on commencement of the Project. Phase-wise plan of plantation and compensatory afforestation should be charted clearly indicating the area to be covered under plantation and the species to be planted. The details of plantation already done should be given. The plant species selected for green belt should have greater ecological value and should be of good utility value to the local population with emphasis on local and native species and the species which are tolerant to pollution.

32) Impact on local transport infrastructure due to the Project should be indicated. Projected increase in truck traffic as a result of the Project in the present road network (including those outside the Project area) should be worked out, indicating whether it is capable of handling the incremental load. Arrangement for improving the infrastructure, if contemplated (including action to be taken by other agencies such as State Government) should be covered. Project Proponent shall conduct Impact of Transportation study as per Indian Road Congress Guidelines.

33) Details of the onsite shelter and facilities to be provided to the mine workers should be included in the EIA Report.

34) Conceptual post mining land use and Reclamation and Restoration of mined out areas (with plans and with adequate number of sections) should be given in the EIA report.

35) Occupational Health impacts of the Project should be anticipated and the proposed preventive measures spelt out in detail. Details of pre-placement medical examination and periodical medical examination schedules should be incorporated in the EMP. The project specific occupational health mitigation measures with required facilities proposed in the mining area may be detailed.

36) Public health implications of the Project and related activities for the population in the impact zone should be systematically evaluated and the proposed remedial measures should be detailed along with budgetary allocations.

37) Measures of socio economic significance and influence to the local community proposed to be provided by the Project Proponent should be indicated. As far as possible, quantitative dimensions may be given with time frames for

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implementation. 38) Detailed environmental management plan (EMP) to mitigate the environmental

impacts which, should inter-alia include the impacts of change of land use, loss of agricultural and grazing land, if any, occupational health impacts besides other impacts specific to the proposed Project.

39) Public Hearing points raised and commitment of the Project Proponent on the same along with time bound Action Plan with budgetary provisions to implement the same should be provided and also incorporated in the final EIA/EMP Report of the Project.

40) Details of litigation pending against the project, if any, with direction /order passed by any Court of Law against the Project should be given.

41) The cost of the Project (capital cost and recurring cost) as well as the cost towards implementation of EMP should be clearly spelt out.

42) A Disaster management Plan shall be prepared and included in the EIA/EMP Report.

43) Benefits of the Project if the Project is implemented should be spelt out. The benefits of the Project shall clearly indicate environmental, social, economic, employment potential, etc.

44) Besides the above, the below mentioned general points are also to be followed:- a) Executive Summary of the EIA/EMP Report b) All documents to be properly referenced with index and continuous page

numbering. c) Where data are presented in the Report especially in Tables, the period in

which the data were collected and the sources should be indicated. d) Project Proponent shall enclose all the analysis/testing reports of water, air,

soil, noise etc. using the MoEF&CC/NABL accredited laboratories. All the original analysis/testing reports should be available during appraisal of the Project.

e) Where the documents provided are in a language other than English, an English translation should be provided.

f) The Questionnaire for environmental appraisal of mining projects as devised earlier by the Ministry shall also be filled and submitted.

g) While preparing the EIA report, the instructions for the Proponents and instructions for the Consultants issued by MoEF&CC vide O.M. No. J-11013/41/2006-IA.II(I) dated 4th August, 2009, which are available on the website of this Ministry, should be followed.

h) Changes, if any made in the basic scope and project parameters (as submitted in Form-I and the PFR for securing the TOR) should be brought to the attention of MoEF&CC with reasons for such changes and permission should be sought, as the TOR may also have to be altered. Post Public Hearing changes in structure and content of the draft EIA/EMP (other than modifications arising out of the P.H. process) will entail conducting the PH again with the revised documentation.

i) As per the circular no. J-11011/618/2010-IA.II(I) dated 30.5.2012, certified report of the status of compliance of the conditions stipulated in the environment clearance for the existing operations of the project, should be

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obtained from the Regional Office of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, as may be applicable.

j) The EIA report should also include (i) surface plan of the area indicating contours of main topographic features, drainage and mining area, (ii) geological maps and sections and (iii) sections of the mine pit and external dumps, if any, clearly showing the land features of the adjoining area.

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Annexure-2 (Letter of Intent issued by Dept. of Mines & Geology)

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Extract of Topo-Sheet (Annexure-3)

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Environmental Policy (Annexure-4)

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Annexure 5 (Organization Chart)

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Geological Map of Chittoor District (Annexure- 6)

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Soil Map of Chittoor District (Annexure- 7)

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Geomorphological Map of Chittoor District (Annexure-8)

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Land-Use Land-Cover Map of 10 KM Radius of Proposed Quarry Area (Annexure-9)

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Satellite Imagery of 10 KM Radius of Proposed Quarry Site (Annexure-10)

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Surface Geological Plan and Sections (Annexure-11)

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Production & Development Plan and Sections (Annexure-12)

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Conceptual Plan and Sections (Annexure-13)

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Progressive Mine Closure Plan (Annexure-14)

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Cluster Letter and Cluster Map (Annexure-15)

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Annexure-16

Ambient Air Quality Data

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DATE STATIONS

Project Site Guntavaripalle Baguvaripalle Kammapalle Yerraguntlapalle Adavilopalle Bandakindapalle Kotavaripalle Madanapalle

PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox

1/1/2020 32.1 49.8 11.2 9.8 33.5 48.1 9.9 9.5 45.6 86.6 10.6 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/2/2020 31.5 50.5 10.9 10.1 32.4 47.3 11.5 9.3 48.9 87.5 11.5 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/3/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 59.2 9.9 9.8 35.1 60.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 62.1 11.2 9 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/4/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.2 60.6 10.6 10.5 38.4 62.8 10.2 9.9 36.8 62.9 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/6/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 41.9 74.5 11.9 9.5 37.5 56.3 11.5 10.9 41.2 60.5 11.8 10.6

1/7/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.6 76.3 12.5 9.3 38.2 57.9 12.6 11.3 42.8 62.4 12.5 10.5

1/8/2020 30.5 49.6 11.5 9.8 31.9 47.2 11.2 10.5 45.9 84.5 10.6 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/9/2020 28.5 49.1 10.9 9.9 32.1 47.5 10.5 10.1 47.3 85.2 10.5 9.2 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/10/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 59.5 9.9 10.8 34.6 61.8 10.3 10.3 36.4 61.8 11.1 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/11/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.1 61.1 10.9 11.2 38.6 63.4 10.9 10.1 39.5 61.9 11.8 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/13/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.6 76.3 12.5 9.3 38.2 57.9 11.6 10.5 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

1/14/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 77.2 12.9 9.1 38.4 55.8 12.6 11.3 42.8 62.4 12.5 10.5

1/15/2020 34.5 59.2 9.9 9.8 35.1 60.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 62.1 11.2 9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/16/2020 36.2 60.6 10.6 10.5 38.4 62.8 10.2 9.9 36.8 62.9 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/17/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 61.2 9.9 9.8 35.1 61.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 61.1 11.6 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/18/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.2 60.6 10.6 10.5 38.4 62.8 10.2 10.2 36.8 62.9 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/20/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.2 76.6 12.2 9.2 36.7 56.2 11.6 10.5 41.9 61.6 11.4 10.5

1/21/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 75.2 12.5 9.1 38.4 55.6 12.1 10.9 42.7 62.4 12.4 10.4

1/22/2020 29.5 49.1 10.9 9.9 32.1 47.8 11.5 10.3 51.3 86.2 10.9 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/23/2020 30.5 49.6 11.5 9.8 31.9 47.2 11.2 10.5 45.9 84.5 10.6 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/24/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.1 61.1 10.9 11.2 38.6 62.8 10.2 9.9 36.8 62.9 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/25/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.2 60.6 10.6 10.5 38.4 61.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 61.1 11.6 8.5 − − − − − − − − − − − −

1/27/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 44.2 76.6 12.2 9.2 37.7 56.2 11.6 10.5 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

1/28/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 77.2 12.9 9.1 38.4 55.8 12.5 10.9 41.7 62.4 12.4 10.4

2/3/2020 31.5 50.5 10.9 10.1 32.4 47.3 11.5 10.5 45.9 84.5 10.6 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/4/2020 28.8 49.1 10.9 9.9 32.1 47.8 11.5 10.4 47.3 85.2 10.5 9.2 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/5/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.9 59.2 9.9 9.8 35.1 61.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 62.1 11.2 9 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/6/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.2 61.6 10.6 10.5 38.4 63.1 10 9.9 36.8 62.5 11.3 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/7/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 44.2 76.6 12.2 9.2 37.7 56.2 11.9 10.5 42.9 60.6 11.9 10.2

2/8/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.1 78.9 12.5 9.1 38.4 55.8 12.5 10.9 41.7 62.4 12.4 10.3

2/10/2020 30.2 48.6 11.4 9.4 30.9 47.2 10.2 9.5 47.9 86.5 10.8 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/11/2020 31.1 49.1 10.9 9.9 32.1 47.8 11.8 10.3 51.3 84.2 10.9 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/12/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 60.5 9.9 10.8 33.6 61.8 10.3 10.3 36.4 61.8 11.1 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/13/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.1 61.1 10.5 11.2 36.6 62.4 10.5 10.1 39.5 63.2 11.8 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/14/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 75.2 12.5 9.1 38.5 56.9 12.4 10.5 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

2/15/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.6 76.3 12.5 9.3 38.2 57.9 12.6 11.3 42.8 62.4 12.5 10.5

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DATE STATIONS

Project Site Guntavaripalle Baguvaripalle Kammapalle Yerraguntlapalle Adavilopalle Bandakindapalle Kotavaripalle Madanapalle

PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox PM 2.5 PM 10 SO2 Nox

2/17/2020 31.1 47.9 10.8 9.7 32.2 46.8 9.7 9.5 50.2 84.5 10.6 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/18/2020 29.5 50.2 11.1 9.9 33.3 47.3 11.9 10.2 52.0 86.3 11.7 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/19/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.4 59.7 9.5 11.1 34.5 60.6 10.6 9.9 36.6 62.2 11.1 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/20/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.7 60.3 10.3 9.9 36.8 64.3 9.8 10.5 37.1 62.1 12 9.2 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/21/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 44.4 76.7 11.2 9.5 37.8 55.2 10.9 10.9 41.1 60.9 11.9 10.3

2/22/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 46.6 77.2 12.8 9.7 38.5 57.9 12.8 11.2 42.6 59.5 12.4 10.5

2/24/2020 32.2 49.8 11.5 9.8 33.5 47.2 10.2 9.5 45.6 86.6 10.6 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/25/2020 31.5 51.5 10.9 10.1 32.4 47.3 11.5 9.3 48.9 87.5 11.5 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/26/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 59.2 9.7 9.8 34.5 59.7 10.5 10.2 36.4 62.1 11.2 9.2 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/27/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.2 60.6 10.6 10.7 40.9 62.8 10.2 9.9 36.8 63.2 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

2/28/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.6 76.3 12.5 9.8 37.2 57.9 12.6 10.5 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

2/29/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 77.2 12.9 9.3 38.2 55.9 12.1 11.3 43.9 62.4 12.5 10.5

3/2/2020 30.5 49.6 11.4 9.8 31.9 47.2 11.2 10.5 45.9 84.5 10.6 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/3/2020 31.1 47.9 10.8 9.7 32.2 46.8 9.7 9.5 50.2 84.5 10.6 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/4/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.2 58.7 10.6 10.5 34.6 61.3 10.8 10.2 35.4 61.1 11.6 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/5/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 59.2 9.9 9.8 35.1 60.3 10.5 10.2 35.4 62.1 11.2 9 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/6/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 75.2 12.5 9.1 38.4 55.2 12.1 10.9 40.6 62.4 12.4 10.4

3/7/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 47.9 76.6 12.2 9.2 39.7 56.2 11.6 10.5 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

3/9/2020 32.1 49.8 11.2 9.8 33.5 48.1 9.9 9.5 45.6 86.6 10.6 8.7 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/10/2020 31.5 50.5 10.9 10.1 32.4 47.3 11.5 9.2 48.9 87.9 12.3 8.9 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/11/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 35.2 60.6 11.6 10.5 34.5 62.8 10.2 10.1 36.8 62.9 11.9 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/12/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 36.2 57.6 12 10.3 34.5 61.3 11.2 10.2 35.4 63.2 12.1 9.2 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/13/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 43.3 77.7 12.2 9.4 37.7 58.2 11.5 10.5 41.1 59.8 11.8 10.6

3/14/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.5 78.1 13.2 9.5 38.2 56.7 13.4 11.4 42.6 62.4 12.7 10.8

3/16/2020 29.5 49.1 10.9 9.9 32.1 47.8 11.5 10.3 51.3 84.5 10.9 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/17/2020 32.1 51.2 11.2 9.8 34.2 48.1 9.9 9.5 45.6 86.6 10.6 8.6 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/18/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.5 59.5 9.9 10.8 34.5 61.8 10.3 10.3 36.4 61.8 10.8 8.8 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/19/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − 34.7 60.3 10.3 11.3 38.6 63.4 10.2 9.8 36.8 61.9 11.8 9.1 − − − − − − − − − − − −

3/20/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 41.5 76.6 12.2 9.2 37.7 56.2 11.6 10.4 42.9 61.6 11.9 10.2

3/21/2020 − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 45.1 77.2 12.9 9.1 38.4 58.9 12.5 10.9 41.7 63.1 12.4 10.4

Min 28.5 47.9 9.9 9.4 30.9 46.8 9.7 9.2 35.4 62.1 10.5 8.6 34.5 57.6 9.5 9.8 33.6 59.7 9.8 9.8 35.4 61.1 10.8 8.5 41.5 74.5 11.2 9.1 36.7 55.2 10.9 10.4 40.6 59.5 11.4 10.2

Max 36.2 60.6 11.5 10.5 38.4 62.8 11.9 10.5 52 87.9 12.3 9.2 36.4 61.6 12 11.3 40.9 64.3 11.2 10.5 39.5 63.2 12.1 9.2 47.9 78.9 13.2 9.8 39.7 58.9 13.4 11.4 43.9 63.1 12.7 10.8

Avg. 31.2 50.6 11.0 9.9 32.8 48.7 10.9 9.9 47.0 83.6 10.9 8.9 35.2 60.1 10.4 10.5 36.3 62.0 10.5 10.1 36.5 62.2 11.5 8.9 44.4 76.6 12.5 9.3 38.1 56.7 12.1 10.8 42.3 61.7 12.2 10.4

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Annexure-17

Site Specific Meteorological Data (Monitoring Period: January 2020 to March 2020)

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Date and Time Temperature

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Min. Temp

Recorded (oC)

Max. Temp

Recorded (oC)

Humidity(%) Wind Speed

(in m/sec)

Wind Direction

(Degrees)

Wind

Direction

Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description

2020-01-01 00:00:00 +0000 UTC 20.79 20.31 21.16 92 2.87 110 ESE Clouds overcast clouds




2020-01-01 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.28 20.87 21.42 88 4.19 115 ESE 0.11 Rain light rain




2020-01-01 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.11 24.63 25.3 76 3.34 114 ESE Clouds broken clouds



2020-01-01 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.59 24.45 24.69 76 3.65 110 ESE Clouds scattered clouds



2020-01-01 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.48 22.11 22.71 87 2.43 104 ESE Clouds few clouds













2020-01-02 03:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.51 21.1 21.8 89 3.05 126 SE Clouds broken clouds

2020-01-02 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.2 20.88 21.33 90 3.14 127 SE Clouds overcast clouds

2020-01-02 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.19 22.62 23.55 82 3.18 132 SE 0.16 Rain light rain


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(in Deg. C)

Min. Temp

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Max. Temp

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(in m/sec)

Wind Direction

(Degrees)

Wind

Direction

Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description
















2020-01-02 22:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.16 20.7 21.48 94 2.76 152 SSE Clouds overcast clouds


2020-01-03 00:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.46 21 21.81 91 2.26 164 SSE Clouds overcast clouds


2020-01-03 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.66 21.1 22.12 90 2.45 172 S Clouds broken clouds

2020-01-03 03:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.62 21.02 22.08 88 2.7 173 S Clouds few clouds

2020-01-03 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.14 21.59 22.52 87 2.68 169 SSE Clear sky is clear


2020-01-03 06:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.91 26.44 27.15 63 2.59 156 SSE Clouds few clouds

2020-01-03 07:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.17 26.74 27.37 63 2.31 162 SSE Clouds scattered clouds




2020-01-03 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.97 27.63 28.15 60 1.84 145 SE Clouds scattered clouds



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(in Deg. C)

Min. Temp

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Max. Temp

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(in m/sec)

Wind Direction

(Degrees)

Wind

Direction

Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description


2020-01-03 15:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.03 23.71 24.17 78 2.73 131 SE Clouds few clouds



2020-01-03 18:00:00 +0000 UTC 22 21.51 22.39 95 2.32 140 SE Clouds scattered clouds





2020-01-03 23:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.92 21.43 22.41 92 3.06 166 SSE Clouds broken clouds



2020-01-04 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.12 21.75 22.47 91 2.94 192 SSW Clouds broken clouds


2020-01-04 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.07 22.38 23.6 89 2.65 208 SSW Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.32 24.75 25.75 78 2 212 SSW Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 06:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.44 27 27.75 64 1.58 227 SW 0.12 Rain light rain

2020-01-04 07:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.76 27.47 27.98 61 1.36 237 WSW Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 28.59 28.38 28.73 53 1.15 240 WSW Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 09:00:00 +0000 UTC 29.42 29.22 29.56 51 1 246 WSW Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 10:00:00 +0000 UTC 29.23 28.75 29.53 54 1.5 286 WNW Clouds few clouds

2020-01-04 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 29.13 28.75 29.33 52 1.24 318 NW Clouds few clouds

2020-01-04 12:00:00 +0000 UTC 28.75 28.57 28.91 60 1.28 32 NNE Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 13:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.75 26.92 28.44 59 2.08 66 ENE Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-04 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.36 25.92 26.72 63 2.25 85 E Clouds broken clouds







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2020-01-05 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.82 22.42 23.34 91 2.67 155 SSE 0.21 Rain light rain







2020-01-05 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.21 24.74 25.7 78 2.74 92 E 0.35 Rain light rain

2020-01-05 12:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.34 24.01 24.93 84 2.89 78 ENE 0.28 Rain light rain

2020-01-05 13:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.34 24.08 24.57 86 3.33 80 ENE Clouds overcast clouds

2020-01-05 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.39 23.16 23.75 89 3.34 84 E Clouds overcast clouds














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Wind Direction

(Degrees)

Wind

Direction

Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description

2020-01-06 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.87 21.3 22.35 89 3.55 95 E Clouds scattered clouds


2020-01-06 06:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.22 23.88 24.64 79 4.05 80 ENE 0.37 Rain light rain





























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(Degrees)

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Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description




2020-01-07 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.04 23.65 24.46 80 3 106 ESE Clouds scattered clouds



2020-01-07 17:00:00 +0000 UTC 21 20.7 21.58 96 2.95 117 ESE Clouds broken clouds




















2020-01-08 13:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.99 25.63 26.24 64 2.84 93 E Clouds few clouds

2020-01-08 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.17 23.88 24.38 74 2.98 99 E Clear sky is clear




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Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

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Weather

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2020-01-09 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 20.62 20.19 20.91 83 2.63 171 S Clouds overcast clouds



















2020-01-09 21:00:00 +0000 UTC 18 17.71 18.14 96 1.84 146 SSE Clouds overcast clouds




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(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description


2020-01-11 09:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.58 26.12 27.01 54 4 84 E Clouds broken clouds







2020-01-11 16:00:00 +0000 UTC 20.16 19.81 20.46 88 1.85 107 ESE Clear sky is clear





2020-01-11 21:00:00 +0000 UTC 17.08 16.84 17.72 97 1.41 73 ENE Clouds broken clouds

















2020-01-12 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.16 23 23.37 76 1.86 75 ENE Clouds few clouds

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Rainfall

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Weather

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Weather

Description













2020-01-13 03:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.17 18.98 19.62 88 0.69 144 SE Clear sky is clear


2020-01-13 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.61 22.17 22.93 68 1.58 47 NE Clouds few clouds

2020-01-13 06:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.94 24.58 25.26 57 2.02 35 NNE Clouds scattered clouds

2020-01-13 07:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.39 25.06 25.76 56 2.27 40 NE Clouds scattered clouds




2020-01-13 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.09 25.69 26.35 53 2.18 79 ENE Clouds few clouds


2020-01-13 13:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.4 25.14 25.68 57 2.07 80 ENE Clear sky is clear









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(in mm)

Weather

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Weather

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2020-01-14 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 18.83 18.58 19.29 90 1.81 172 S Clouds scattered clouds





2020-01-14 07:00:00 +0000 UTC 25.94 25.55 26.15 46 2.42 55 NE Clear sky is clear

2020-01-14 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.35 27 27.52 40 2.57 62 ENE Clear sky is clear




















2020-01-15 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 17.62 17.27 17.79 78 3 120 ESE Clear sky is clear

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2020-01-16 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 18.07 17.89 18.5 89 3 150 SSE Clouds scattered clouds










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Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

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Description



2020-01-17 21:00:00 +0000 UTC 21 20.61 21.29 90 3.25 118 ESE Clouds broken clouds




2020-01-18 01:00:00 +0000 UTC 21 20.41 21.59 89 2.72 117 ESE Clouds overcast clouds

























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2020-01-19 12:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.55 26.08 26.96 63 3 99 E Clouds broken clouds


















2020-01-20 06:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.51 27 27.82 49 2.84 87 E Clear sky is clear


2020-01-20 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 29 28.49 29.32 44 3.06 66 ENE Clear sky is clear

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2020-01-20 18:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.95 19.8 20 86 2.6 112 ESE Clouds broken clouds








2020-01-21 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.22 18.89 19.85 78 2 138 SE Clouds broken clouds












2020-01-21 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.51 23.3 24 66 3.28 93 E Clouds overcast clouds


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Rainfall

(in mm)

Weather

Status

Weather

Description



2020-01-21 18:00:00 +0000 UTC 18.12 18 18.34 94 1.97 107 ESE Clouds few clouds










2020-01-22 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.33 19 19.93 87 3.67 92 E Clouds few clouds

2020-01-22 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.45 22 22.93 76 4.25 96 E Clouds few clouds


















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2020-01-25 21:00:00 +0000 UTC 16.5 16.22 17.05 77 2.45 174 S Clear sky is clear





2020-01-26 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 18.18 17.89 18.51 82 1.97 201 SSW Clear sky is clear
















2020-01-26 18:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.52 18.96 20 71 2.02 137 SE Clouds broken clouds


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2020-01-27 01:00:00 +0000 UTC 17.84 17.02 18.59 84 2.28 194 SSW Clouds few clouds





















2020-01-27 22:00:00 +0000 UTC 18 17.48 18.16 93 2.94 172 S Clouds scattered clouds




2020-01-28 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.74 19.28 20.13 88 2.79 223 SW Clouds broken clouds

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2020-01-28 03:00:00 +0000 UTC 20.24 19.62 20.71 86 2.94 228 SW Clouds broken clouds

2020-01-28 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 21.09 20.52 21.5 85 2.38 230 SW Clouds overcast clouds
























2020-01-29 04:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.87 22.03 23.57 77 2.55 199 SSW Clouds overcast clouds






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2020-01-31 19:00:00 +0000 UTC 21 20.5 21.38 91 3.45 138 SE Clouds scattered clouds





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2020-02-01 20:00:00 +0000 UTC 17 16.58 18.02 96 3.44 148 SSE Clear sky is clear


2020-02-01 22:00:00 +0000 UTC 17 16.58 18.02 96 3.44 148 SSE Clear sky is clear









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2020-02-08 23:00:00 +0000 UTC 18.6 18 20.27 92 2.84 154 SSE Clear sky is clear


























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2020-02-10 23:00:00 +0000 UTC 16.32 15.74 17.09 97 2 145 SE Clear sky is clear









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2020-02-13 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 20.82 20.61 21 57 1.94 101 ESE Clear sky is clear








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2020-02-14 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.83 27.28 29.01 31 3.77 29 NNE Clear sky is clear






2020-02-14 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.98 27.76 28.28 28 2.99 4 N Clear sky is clear


















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2020-02-22 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 30 29.6 30.59 28 4.81 96 E Clear sky is clear















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2020-02-23 23:00:00 +0000 UTC 16.51 16 17.58 97 1.36 191 SSW Clear sky is clear







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2020-02-26 17:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.59 19.32 20.41 84 2 172 S Clear sky is clear



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2020-03-02 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.18 21.83 23.15 62 2 192 SSW Clouds overcast clouds






2020-03-02 08:00:00 +0000 UTC 30.62 29.92 32.29 32 1.93 7 N Clouds overcast clouds















2020-03-02 23:00:00 +0000 UTC 18 17.63 18.96 95 1.69 177 S Clear sky is clear

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2020-03-03 01:00:00 +0000 UTC 18 17.63 18.96 95 1.69 177 S Clear sky is clear






























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2020-03-05 20:00:00 +0000 UTC 19.59 19.12 20.45 93 2.28 186 S 0.27 Rain light rain






2020-03-06 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 24.28 23.56 24.54 60 3.77 191 SSW 0.4 Rain light rain












2020-03-06 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.59 21.83 24.04 82 0.48 22 NNE 0.85 Rain light rain







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2020-03-07 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 23.84 23.69 24.09 74 5.34 143 SE 1.1 Rain moderate rain














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2020-03-11 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 22.49 22.15 23 78 1.74 159 SSE Clouds overcast clouds























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2020-03-20 02:00:00 +0000 UTC 26.08 25.85 26.35 53 2.75 219 SW Clouds scattered clouds









2020-03-20 11:00:00 +0000 UTC 27.57 27.25 28.25 43 3.8 217 SW Clear sky is clear















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2020-03-21 05:00:00 +0000 UTC 31.76 31.15 32.75 33 2.33 274 W Clear sky is clear




























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2020-03-23 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 26 25.67 26.17 40 4.38 124 ESE Clear sky is clear


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2020-03-25 14:00:00 +0000 UTC 25 24.75 25.15 51 4.59 132 SE Clear sky is clear
















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