IRCON INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

DETAILED PROJECT REPORT- KORICHHAPAR (CERL)

CONSTRUCTION OF NEW COAL SIDING TAKING OFF FROM KORICHHAPAR STATION IN RAIGARH DISTRICT IN BILASPUR DIVISION OF SEC RAILWAY

January - 2019

Consultant

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER PAGE TITLE NO. NOS.

0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 to 1

I GENESIS OF THE PROPOSITION AND PROFILE 2 to 11 OVERVIEW OF THE ASSIGNMENT

II PROJECT AT A GLANCE 12 to 16

III ANALYSIS & ASSESMENT OF COAL TRAFFIC 17 to 32

IV TOPOGRAPHY SURVEY 33 to 34

V CIVIL ENGINEERING (ALIGNMENT, BRIDGES & ROAD CROSSINGS AND 35 to 43 OTHER DETAILS)

VI SYSTEM OF OPERATION 44 to 48

VII GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION 49 to 49

VIII LAND PLANS 50 to 50

IX ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 51 to 54

X SIGNAL AND TELECOMMUNICATION (S&T) 55 to 55 ENGINEERING

XI MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 56 to 56

XII COST ESTIMATES 57 to 59

XIII LIST OF ANNEXURES 60 to 60

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CHAPTER - 1: GENESIS OF THE PROPOSITION AND PROFILE OVERVIEW OF THE ASSIGNMENT

INTRODUCTION:

Bulk cargo, be it dry or liquid, like coal and crude oil play a crucial role in the economic development. Both forms of energy are vital for the growth of the economy and go a long way in improving the competency of the country at global level. Around the world, the ever-growing hunger for energy resulted in the unprecedented consumption of natural resources. As per the report “Global Energy Statistics Yearbook 2015” China was the highest energy-consuming nation in the world with around 3034 million tons of oil equivalent (MT) in 2014. It was followed by United States (2224 MT) and India (872 MT).

Post-independence, India has made a rapid progress in every sphere of life. The progress in economic and commercial sector is even more drastic when the Indian Government made radical changes in economic policies and made economy more market-oriented and expanded the role of private and foreign investment. India’s substantial and sustained economic growth in last two decades has placed enormous demand on its energy resources. Consequently, the energy consumption has seen an impressive growth in last few years.

Incidentally, India’s energy security is very much linked to the movement of these bulk commodities like coal and crude and this calls for a need to take stock of existing demand and supply, market trends, modes of transportation and their cost efficiencies. Apart from bulk cargo, movement of project cargo is gaining prominence across the country. With power sector sanctioning power plants to meet the growing power demand, the cargo movement industry is all set to experience a boom period in the coming years.

Coal remains the main source of energy in the country. The country is going full steam ahead in establishing more and more coal-fired power plants across the country, in a bid to meet its ever-growing demand for electric power. The demand for coal in coming future will only see an upward trend in growth trajectory. The ever-increasing demand of Coal shall require an effective transportation system. Apart from coal, other bulk commodities like Crude Oil, Iron Ore, Fertilizers, Cement, Food grains etc. are other types of bulk cargo needs and efficient and effective transportation system.

As Bulk cargo is zoned material and due to this characteristics transport in bulk state. For this reason they require a dedicated vehicle for the transport and cargo types.

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The bulk cargo include:

 Larger bulk cargo (coal, ore and stone boulders)

 Minor bulk cargo (coal dust, coke, sulfur, cement, salt, sugar, sand, gravel, etc.)

 Cereals (wheat, barley, rye, corn, soy, flour)

Movement of these types of bulk cargoes requires dedicated infrastructure for smooth flow and connectivity. Rolling stock consists of tanks for bulk cargo, dump, and trucks for transportation of bulk goods vehicles and trailers and tippers. For rail transportation wagons are used for transportation of bulk cargo so that it covered the entire organization of railway transportation.

Movement of Bulk Cargo

The surge in economic growth witnessed in recent years in India has strained the capacity of its transport system as well as energy supply, particularly electric power. Movement of bulk commodities is a major role of India’s transportation system.

Traditionally rail is the main mode of transportation for the movement of bulk cargo. While road is used to transport cargo for shorter distances, rail is used for longer distances. Movement of coal, iron ore, cement, fertilizers etc. can be easily transported in big quantities through rail. But issues like shortage of rail wagons, lack of sufficient number of railheads at mines, and improper connectivity are some issues that mine owners, importers and exporters face today. While there are more than 60,000 rail wagons available to handle various types of bulk cargo, at least another 10,000 wagons are necessary to meet the immediate demand. Inability of railways to provide the same and improper logistics planning and scheduling on part of the miners, importers and exporters are adding to the problems.

More specifically to mention about Coal bulk cargo the reserves are in three states – Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh – which together have about 70% of the country’s reserves. Odisha and Chhattisgarh have significant Iron ore deposits as well. Significant coal is also present in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal and a small amount in Bihar. Thus domestic coal needs to be moved from the east to the rest of the country. Coal accounts for almost half the freight volume on Indian Railways, which is a major supplier of transport services to the electric power and steel industries. Most of India’s coal production needs to be transported long distances to get to its final destination, which has placed considerable strain on the infrastructure network. In 2013–14, around 55% of CIL’s production was transported by rail, 24% by road, 19% by merry-go-round and 2% by other means (CIL 2014b).

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India’s coal transportation systems have been challenged by the rapid increase in domestic demand. A shortage of rail infrastructure has stalled the movement of coal from domestic mines to power plants, and has contributed to the increased reliance on imports. While India’s coal imports have increased rapidly over the past five years, India’s capacity to continue to import large volumes of coal has also been affected by infrastructure limitations. During 2014, imports were affected by port congestion, particularly on the east coast; a shortage of rail wagons forced some companies to transport coal by road, which costs 30–40% more; and inadequate logistics to move coal from port to utilities.

Hence, the transportation infrastructure challenge, particularly rail, is likely to be exacerbated as India’s coal consumption grows. Growth in imports into coastal locations may relieve some of this burden. However, the demand for rail freight can only increase sharply as other modes of coal transportation have little potential for expansion.

Therefore, a need arises to take the stock of the situation in terms of the demand growth of these types of bulk cargo and the necessary transportation infrastructure for their movement.

OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY

The main object of the project is to study and design the rail corridor up to Dharmjaigarh Road with a spur from Gharghoda Junction to Donga Mauha from nearest feasible serving station in Bilaspur division of SEC Railway located between Bilaspur and Raigarh. The approximate distance is about 74 km from Kharsia to Dharmjaigarh from SECR Mainline and 29 km from Proposed Gharghoda Junction on Kharsia - Dharmjaigarh Line to Donga Mauha. To fulfil the objective, following serving stations on BSP-HWH Main line have been studied for feasible take off points from East Corridor Railway line: a) Chhal Station at Chainage point 16548.021 (Take off point between Km.16 & Km. 17) b) Korichhapar Station at Chainage point 42569.651 (Take off point between Km. 42 & Km. 43) c) Dharamjaigarh Station at Chainage point 73519.446 (Take off point between Km.73 & Km. 74)

Government of Chhattisgarh (GoCG) is keen to develop Rail infrastructure for facilitating passengers and freight traffic in the Northern part of Chhattisgarh. As per the committee’s report and in line with the recommendations of Chhattisgarh

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Integrated Infrastructure Development Committee (CIIDC), three corridors were identified for the development of rail infrastructure. a) Corridor-I, East corridor: Kharsia - Chhal - Gharghoda – Korichhapar-Dharamjaigarh up to Korba with a spur from Gharghoda to Donga Mauha to connect mines of Gare- Pelma block, approximately 180km in length. b) Corridor-II, North Corridor: Surajpur-Parsa-Katghora-Korba, approximately -150km in length. c) Corridor-III, East-west Corridor: Gevra Road to Pendra Road via Dipka, - Katghora, Sindurgarh, Pasan, approximately 122 km in length.

Thus, the implementation of developing Corridor-I and Corridor-III would be taken up by JVCs. The names of the JVCs are proposed as "Chhattisgarh East Rail Ltd" for Corridor- I and "Chhattisgarh East-West Rail Ltd" for Corridor-III.

South East Coalfields Limited (SECL), one of partners of JVC, is a subsidiary of coal India limited and a company registered under the Indian Companies Act, 1956 and M/s IRCON INTERNATIONAL LTD is another partners of the said JVC.

PROJECT BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION.

1.1. Introduction of client: IRCON International Limited (IRCON), a government company incorporated by the Central Government (Ministry of Railways) under the Companies Act, 1956 on 28th April, 1976 originally under the name Indian Railway Construction Company Limited, is the leading turnkey construction company in the public sector known for its quality, commitment and consistency in terms of Performance. IRCON has widespread operations in several States in India and in other countries (Malaysia, Nepal, Bangladesh, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, U.K. Algeria & Sri Lanka Now).

IRCON is a specialized Constructions organization covering the entire spectrum of construction activities and services in the infrastructure sector. However, Railway and Highway Construction, EHP sub-station (engineering and constructions), and MRTS are the core competence areas of IRCON.

IRCON operates not only in a highly competitive environment but also in difficult terrains and regions in India and abroad and is an active participant in prestigious nation building projects. IRCON has so far completed more than 300 infrastructure projects in India and more than 100 projects across the globe in more than 21 countries.

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1.2 Project Description and location: Bilaspur to Jharsuguda B.G. Railway section of South East Central Railway (SECR): The line was constructed in 70s by South Eastern Railway primarily for transportation of coal from SECL for Thermal Power plants. After incorporation of new railway zones in 2003, the section is under Bilaspur division of South East Central Railway. The section is required to cater to high density of rail borne coal traffic for various coal blocks and thermal power plants. The East Corridor line from Kharsia – Chhal – Gharghoda – Korichhapar – Dharmjaigarh up to Korba with spurs from Gharghoda to Donga Mauha also consisting of three links at Chhal, Korichhapar & Dharmjaigarh is under construction by IRCON. The section is 74 Km. long and electrified single line. The prime objective is to develop connectivity between East corridor and Baroud Mines for transportation of coal. The proposed Korichhapar siding for transportation of Coal from Baroud Mines is taking off from Korichhapar station.

M/s Howe Engineering Project (India) Pvt. Ltd. As Consultant: M/s Howe Engineering Projects India Pvt Ltd is in the approved list of Consultants for survey and construction/ Construction management of Private Sidings in South East Central Railways (SECR) vide letter No.SECR/HQ/Engg/G-3/Apvd.Const/HOWE, dated 07.10.2017 valid till 29.09.2020 (The approval Letter is enclosed herewith as Annexure-1)

1. To plan the rail infrastructure in the East corridor, IRCON has appointed M/s HOWE Engineering Project (India) Pvt. Ltd an approved Railway Consultant to carry out the survey and propose a technically feasible, safe and economical route of private siding works at Chhal, Korichhapar & Dharmjaigarh with approximate length of 50 Km in Raigarh District in SEC Railway. A copy of the authorization letter is enclosed as Annexure-2 for ready reference. However, current project report pertains to the development of railway connectivity of Baroud Coal Mines areas only.

Desk Study with various alternatives for the proposed sidings had been conducted and report for same submitted to IRCON on 08th December, 2015. The alignments were finalised by IRCON on 16.12.2015 and the revised Desk Study report was submitted to IRCON on 21st December, 2015. The same Feasibility study Report for Korichhapar was submitted to South Eastern Coal fields Limited in February 2018.

2. Bilaspur to Jharsuguda B.G. Railway section of South East Central Railway (SECR): The line was constructed in 70s by South Eastern Railway primarily for transportation of coal from SECL for Thermal Power plants. After incorporation of new railway zones in 2003, the section is under Bilaspur division of South East Central Railway. The section is required to cater to high density of rail borne coal traffic for various coal blocks and thermal power plants. The East Corridor line from Kharsia – Chhal – Gharghoda – Korichhapar – Dharamjaigarh up to Korba with spurs from Ghargoda to Donga Mauha also consisting of three links at Chhal, Korichhapar

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& Dharamjaigarh is under construction by IRCON. The section is 74 Km. long and electrified single line with the provision of Doubline.

3. Connectivity of Coal Blocks to Siding at Baroud to Indian Railway System: IRCON wishes to construct Private Railway Siding for transportation of 16.0 million tonnes of coal to from various nearby coal blocks located at Baroud Mines. Two (2) possible alternative alignments were studied to finalize the operationally suitable and techno-economically feasible alignment. The details of the alternative alignments are described in the subsequent chapter.

4. Rail Transport Clearance (RTC): As per the Railway Board Policy Circular No 2001/TT-1/10/RTC/Review/14 dated 05.01.2015 No Rail Transport Clearance is required. The letter is attached as Annexure-III

5. Appointment of M/s Howe Engineering Project (India) Pvt. Ltd as Consultant for Preparation of FSR & DPR: Indian Railway Construction Corporation have appointed M/s Howe Engineering Project (India) Pvt. Ltd as Consultant for preparation of Techno-Economic Feasibility Report, Detailed Cost Estimate and Detailed Project Report and approval of the same from South East Central Railway.

6. Scope of Work : The scope of work covers:

 Preparation of Feasibility Report.

 Preparation of Detailed Project Report.

 Detailed Cost Estimate including carrying survey work, finalization of railway line routing from the nearest main line railway station to coal mines site, detailing In-plant railway marshalling yard, preparing bill of material, arranging approvals from Railways for Feasibility Study Report

7. Approach and Methodology Adopted

 Immediately on award of work, a team comprising experts from different disciplines of railway infrastructure were mobilized to carry out study in a coordinated manner.

 Related topographical sheet was collected for digitization.

 Before taking up field survey paper alignment were marked on topographical sheet for physical verification at site.

 Three alternative alignments were marked on topographical sheet and one suitable and feasible alignment decided/ finalized.

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 The survey team carried out field survey with the help of ‘Total Station’ for physical verification of suitable and feasible alignment.

 On the basis of field survey inputs collected from site, Feasibility Report is prepared submitted to South East Central Railway for approval.

 Further preparation of ‘Detailed Project Report’ and detailed estimates and take the final approval from the South East Central Railway.

To examine alternate connectivity and take-offs from different serving stations followed by:

 Desk study on Google imagery and Topo sheets for assessment of alternative routes.

 Field Reconnaissance and assessment of existing yard facilities at serving station using hand held GPS.

 Foot by foot survey for identification of Major constraints and features

 Finalization of serving station based on Reconnaissance Survey

 Detailed survey of the entire corridor with State of art DGPS, Total station and auto level instruments.

Proposed rail infrastructure facilities for the corridor have been formulated with due consideration to the following aspects:

 Topographical and Geographical features of various routes.

 Proposed private sidings/ connections to various firms already approved or in the process of approval by the SEC Railways.

 Existing National as well as State Highways and Indian Railway lines.

 Existing rivers, streams, canals and forest lands.

 Connectivity by means of curves and gradients.

 Suggestion of CIIDC to have a common corridor.

 Proximity of crossing stations to human settlements for future development as passenger corridor.

Preliminary Engineering Survey

The basis of the corridor which is under construction by the IRCON was established by

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South East Central Railway through the Preliminary Engineering cum Traffic Survey (PET). The following Engineering aspects were considered based on the Engineering Survey report:

 The gauge for the Railway sidings shall be 1676 mm since take off from Kharsia station is for Broad Gauge (BG), new line which is under construction by IRCON.

 60 kg, 90 UT, T-12 1st quality, 13m long undrilled Rail shall be welded in-situ to form 3 rail panel. Sleeper density, Ballast cushioning, Blanketing etc shall be as per Indian Railways Permanent Way Manual.

 Inter track distance, Curves, Gradients, Point & Crossings etc. shall be designed as per ‘Schedule of Dimensions’ of Indian Railways.

 All Bridges proposed shall meet the requirements for 25 T Axle Load.

 These Private Railway Siding shall have speed potential of 70 kmph in terms of the stipulations provided in Railway Board’s Letter No. 2007/CE-II/CS/2 dated 19.05.2009.

 The existing signalling system of Korichhapar station has been Standard III interlocking. The signalling system for proposed facing points of Loading lines in coal yard shall be compatible with the signalling system of Korichhapar station. Motor operated Point are proposed in trailing points and other lines of yard.

Provision of buildings for Rail In motion Weighbridge, Station & Signalling , TXR staff shall be made in operation Building at SECL Loading Yard.

For carrying out the Traffic analysis, following methodology were adopted:

The study commenced with the detailed literature survey on the coal mines scenario of the country with the focus on the state of Chhattisgarh. The state’s coal production capacities, future plans regarding coal production, existing and potential coal mines locations and their locational advantages, bottlenecks in development, if any, were studied. Additionally, the existing and likely potential users of the produced coal were studied through detailed secondary data analysis.

To have the SECL’s past coal production statistics, their future expansion plans with the focus on Raigarh region, the existing and potential users of the coal produced by SECL, field visits were undertaken to local SECL offices to have the first hand information. Though other sources existing linkages to various industries were identified. For example it was learnt that NTPC has planned to set up the 5 x 800 MW Lara Super Thermal Power Project in Raigarh district. Coal requirement will be met from Talaipalli coal block of Mand Raigarh Coalfield. Information regarding the Coal

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Industrial profile of the state particularly neighbouring area were studied from secondary sources. All the major industries which use coal in large quantities are targeted for necessary information regarding its Coal requirement, transportation, future expansion plans etc. For example, thermal power plants use coal in very huge quantity. Similarly, iron & steel industry also uses coal for its blast furnace in huge quantity. Therefore, all the present thermal power plants and iron & steel plant in the region were carefully studied. In addition, all planned or future thermal power plants and Iron & steel industry are identified from concerned ministries and their official websites. It was found that there are many big and medium scale industries operating in the area which uses Coal in avge quantity. For example, coal from Dharmjaigarh coal mines which is being developed by DB group is intended for a 1320 MW power plant in the neighbouring district of Janjgir - Champa. Similarly, NTPC has planned to set up the 5 x 800 MW Lara Super Thermal Power Project in Raigarh district.

The consultants also made efforts to identify the retail users in the regions like brick kilns and other small scale industries which use small but substantial quantity of coal. Their current and future demand of coal were recorded in carefully drafted questionnaire.

Additionally, the coal reserves in the various coal fields were studied using CMPDI maps provided by South Eastern Coalfield ltd (SECL) and Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

After establishing coal linkages and future demand centres for the coal present in above mentioned mines, available quantity of coal that are likely to get handled by proposed east corridor railway line are estimated.

8. Acknowledgements

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HOWE Engineering Projects (I) Pvt Ltd. are grateful to the management of M/s IRCON International Ltd. and M/s South Eastern Coal Fields Ltd for imposing their confidence in us and for providing their best support and cooperation in rendering the required information available to enable us to complete the study. HOWE Engineering Projects (I) Pvt Ltd are also grateful to South East Central Railway officers at Zonal & Divisional levels in sparing their valuable time in listening to the proposal and suggesting solution for efficient working of the SECL Sidings connecting to East Rail Corridor.

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CHAPTER – 2: PROJECT AT A GLANCE

Project Location Appreciation

The study locations fall in the Raigarh district of the state of Chhattisgarh. Mineral resources are Chhattisgarh’s biggest strength. It has deposits of limestone, iron-ore, copper, rock phosphate, manganese, bauxite, coal, asbestos and mica. In Coal the State ranks 2nd in coal production by contributing over 18% to the total national production, according to the mineral resource department, Govt of Chhattisgarh, the region is endowed with huge quantity of coal which can be further exploited to boost the other sector of the economy.

Chhattisgarh

The coal production in India in 2014-15 has three major players; Chhattisgarh (22.46 %), Jharkhand (20.27. 97%) and Odisha (20.19%) which together accounted for about 62.92% of the total coal production in the country (Source:coal.nic.in). It can be seen that Chhattisgarh is one among the highest producer of coal and is the few landlocked states in the country.

Source: www.ibef.org

Chhattisgarh is presently one of the few states that have surplus power. It is also among the few profitable states in terms of utility-based electricity. The gross state domestic product (GSDP) of Chhattisgarh is expected to reach US$ 46.8 billion in FY 17 from US$ 29.2 billion in FY 14. Presence of coal makes Chhattisgarh an ideal location for setting up pit head-based thermal power plants for both, merchant sales and state consumption. Some other key features of coal in Chhattisgarh are as under:

 The state has 16% of the total coal deposits of India.

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 44483 million tonnes coal has been estimated in 12 coalfields of the State located in Raigarh, Surguja, Koriya and Korba districts.

 The state ranks 2nd in coal production by contributing over 18% to the total national production.

 Most of the coal deposits are of power grade coal. NTPC & CSEB in Korba are the major producer of thermal power and new a plant of NTPC has been started in Seepat, Bilaspur.

For effective administrative control & operations, the coal mines are under South Eastern Coalfields It is one of the eight subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (A Govt. of India Undertaking) under the Ministry of Coal having registered Corporate Office at Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh.

SITE CONDITIONS, TERRAIN ASSESSMENT AND SURVEY REPORT

Raigarh District:

Raigarh is one of the major district in Chhattisgarh state of India. The headquarters of the district is located in the city of Raigarh. The area of the district is 7079 sq.km. The languages spoken in the district are Chhattisgarh, Oriya and Hindi. The district was formed by merging the princely states of Raigarh, Sarangarh, Jaipur (Dharamjaigarh).

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Geography

Raigarh is located at 21°54′N 83°24′E/21.9°N 83.4°E. It has an average elevation of 215metres (705 feet). The Kelo River flows through the city, which is one of its main water sources. Mand and Kurket are two other major rivers which have a bearing on the project alignment. Large parts of the elevated land are covered under thick forest. Almost the entire flat terrain is alluvial basins of rivers and rivulets and is under cultivation.

Demographics

• Raigarh city has cosmopolitan nature and a large population of Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Bihari and other communities are living in Raigarh.

• According to the 2011 census Raigarh district has a population of 1,493,627, roughly equal to the nation of Gabon or the US state of Hawaii. This gives it a ranking of 336th in India (out of a total of 640). The district has a population density of 211 inhabitants per square kilometer (550 /sq.mi).

• Raigarh district divided into 6 Tehsils Dharamjaigarh, Gharghoda, Kharsia, Raigarh, Lailunga and Sarangarh.

Availability of access Roads

The accessibility to the site for transport of construction materials as well as tools and machinery, can be through the State highways, national highways and other district roads in the vicinity of the corridor.

Climatic conditions

• The average temperature during summer is 42.6 OC and during winter is 13.2 OC. The average annual rainfall for Raigarh district is 1602mm and the monsoon season is normally from June to September. The summer monsoon rain fall has large scale inter-annual variability due to variation in the meteorological characteristics like temperature, pressure, and wind at surface and in the troposphere.

• The maximum humidity during rainy season is 86% and minimum was 73%.

Economy of Raigarh

• The economy of Raigarh is mixed industrial and agricultural economy. Due to the concentration of economically important minerals, especially coal, in the district, a large number of small and large-scale industries have found a conducive

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environment for their growth and development. Population in villages is still dependent on agriculture and forest produce.

• The economic growth of industries has been centered on coal fields. However the thriving prosperity of the industries in Raigarh is the corollary of the plans adopted by the government right from the commencement of the financial years.

Industrial development

• Raigarh is growing as industrial district of Chhattisgarh and one of the oldest jute mill is located here.

• It is rapidly growing as an industrial district of Chhattisgarh. One of the oldest Jute mill of India is situated here, Mohan jute mill; it was the only Jute mill of the state CG and undivided MP.

• Raigarh is one of the major producers of steel in country. Many steel and power plants such as JSPL, MSP, Monnet steel, and many other small and medium producers are situated in Raigarh. The volume can be judged by the statement that Raigarh itself is consuming about 20,000 tons of coal per day. The town situated at 21.540 north longitude and 83.240 latitude at a height of 705 feet above mean sea level. The Kelo River flows through the city, which is one of its main water sources.

• This region is rich in coal and other mineral reserves. Of late, many small and medium scale iron and steel units have been set up in the vicinity of Raigarh town,

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giving impetus to the industrial growth of the district.

• The Raigarh region falls under the Mahanadi river basin and is located in the North eastern border of Chhattisgarh. The proposed alignment crosses Mand and Kurket rivers which are tributaries of river Mahanadi.

Production of Major & Minor Mineral ( 2012 – 2013)

Sl. Mineral Production in tonnes 2012 – 2013 No.

Major Mineral

1 Coal 18611087

2 Quartzite 125860

3 Limestone 635

4 Dolomite 127

Minor Mineral

1 Limestone 577855

2 Normal Stone 371220

3 Murom 3948

4 Clay (Bricks) 4933

Source: District Statistical Hand Book 2012-13, Raigarh

Raigarh is home to the world’s second largest and India's largest sponge iron plants and 62 other industries. It has become a growing industrial hub for the steel market. Jindal Power Limited has set up India's first mega power project in the private sector – the 1000 MW thermal power plant at Raigarh, Chhattisgarh.

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CHAPTER – 3: ANALYSIS & ASSESEMENT OF COAL TRAFFIC

Overview: Coal

Coal, a bulk cargo, is a plentiful resource that has been used for thousands of years to produce energy, both in the form of heat and electricity. It is the most important and abundant fossil fuel in India, accounting for 55% of the country’s energy need. It occupies the centre-stage of India’s energy scenario due to the limited reserve potentiality of petroleum & natural gas, eco-conservation restriction on hydel project and geo-political perception of nuclear power. The demand curve for this sector is always on the rising side.

Subsequently, the Indian coal market was always a very vibrant sector and will continue to witness great boost in near future because of the government initiatives and policies. Recently, allocation of coal blocks and stake sales in PSU are some of the major steps that were taken by the government to boost the production and investment in the coal industry. However, the continuous upward demand pressure would definitely widen the demand supply mismatch in the coming years. To address these concerns, Indian conglomerates are making efforts in overseas acquisitions as well. In addition, it is also exploring un-conventional alternatives such as Coal Gasification for supply of energy. Varied coal gasification technologies are re-evolving over the globe to replace the conventional power generation methods.

Coal Industry in India

India is the world’s third largest producer of coal. It produces about 565.64 million- tons coal in the year 2013-14 compared to 556.41 million-tons in the year 2012-13. India has 301.56 billion-tons (Ministry of coal, Annual report 2013-14) of geological resource of coal estimation from whole country. The Indian coal is characterised by its high ash content (45%) and low sulphur content. The deposits are mainly located in states like Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, West-Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. The Lignite reserve in the country has been estimated at around 43.22 billion-tons, of which 90% occur in the southern state of Tamil Nadu (Ministry of Coal, Annual report 2013-14). Coal India ltd. and its subsidiaries accounted for 452.21 million- tons in 2012-13 which increase to 462.53 million-tons during 2013-14.

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India has the fifth largest coal reserves in the world. Of the total reserves, nearly 88% are non-coking coal reserves, while tertiary coals reserves account for a meagre 0.5 % and the balance is coking coal. The Indian coal is characterised by its high ash content (45%) and low sulphur content. The power sector is the largest consumer of coal followed by the iron and steel and cement segments. In India, the demand and consumption of coal have grown enormously which is primarily dominated by the electricity sector. Since 1970, the demand for coal has increased due to the rapid installation of thermal power plants. About 13 million-tons of coal is consumed in electricity generation in 1970-71, which is about 20% of total consumption where as in the year 2009-10, it is consumed about 411.06 million -tons which is nearly 75% of total consumption (India Energy Book, 2012).

There is a need to optimize the various coal sourcing option that are available to coal consumers both domestic and international based for the demand and need of the end users. Coal consumers have to opt for the different combination that suit best for them. The need for logistics for transportation of coal from mine to end use plant is also play

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Trends in Domestic Production of Coal

Source: Planning Commission (12th Five Year Plan 2012 – 2017)

Other major coal-consuming sectors include iron and steel production and cement production. The iron and steel Industry, which primarily consumes coking coal and some high-grade non-coking coal, is the second largest consumer of domestic coal, although its consumption has decreased from 19% of total consumption in 1970-71 to about 7% in 2009-10. The third largest consumer of coal in India is the cement industry, which accounts for 4 to 5% of total consumption. Other smaller consumers include the fertilizer industry, the textile industry (including jute and jute products), the paper industry and the brick industry.

The coal sector in India is however, primarily dominated by the PSUs under the central and the state governments. There are many coal extraction companies in India like Coal India, Eastern Coalfields, and South Eastern Coalfield etc. More than 90 percent of coal in India is produced by the government-owned companies. The role played by private

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SECL Overview (source: secl.gov.in)

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) is the largest coal producing subsidiary company in the country. The Company came into existence in 1985, when Government of India, decided to bifurcate a part of coal mines held by Western Coalfields Limited into new company called.

South Eastern Coalfields Limited, along with Central Coalfields Limited, which was bifurcated into Northern Coalfields Limited, for administrative purpose. Source: secl.gov.in

Key Performance Highlights of SECL

SECL established in November, 1985, is a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd. The headquarters are situated in Bilaspur in the state of Chhattisgarh. The coal produced during the inception of SECL was around 36.16 MT for the year 1985-85, and has risen to 124.26 MT as per the 2103-14 record.

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The numbers of mines associated with SECL are 86, which contains about 64 UG, 21 – OC and Mixed 1. The subsidiaries and operational areas of SECL is shown in the flow chart below:

South Eastern Coalfields Limited, the largest coal producing subsidiary of CIL, accounts for about 26.87 % of total production of CIL in 17-18. SECL has delivered an excellent all round performance during the year 2017-18 and set an all-time record in production, off-take, wagon loading, quality improvements and optimization of overall consumer's satisfaction in terms of meeting their coal requirement. SECL with Coal production of 144.71 million tons during 2016-17, exceeded the AAP target of 144.51 million tonnes & MoU Excellent target of 144.45 million tones and has registered a growth of 5.11 % over the last year.

The company has achieved highest ever coal production in 2017-18 of 151.11 million tonnes of coal, 6.4 million times more than the previous year registering a growth of 5.11%. Coal off take of SECL during the period 2016-17 was 12.03 million tonnes, 0.04 million tonnes more than the previous year.

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Production of coal – Year 2014-15 Raw Coal Prod. 2017-18 2016-17 Achievement Growth over Last year Target Actual Actual against target (%) % Coking Coal 0.160 0.125 0.157 78.13 -20.38 Non-Coking Coal 124.140 124.136 118.062 100.00 5.14

Total 124.300 124.261 118.219 99.97 5.11 Source: http://www.secl.gov.in

SECL has several ongoing mining operations and which contributes the growth of steel and power sector industries and economic progress of the country. It has operations mainly in states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

State Wise Coal Production (In MT)

Raw Coal Prod. 2012-13 2013-14 ACH % Growth over Last year (%)

Actual Target Actual

Madhya Pradesh 15.182 14.915 14.118 94.66 -7.01

Chhattisgarh 103.037 109.385 110.143 100.69 6.90

Total 118.219 124.300 124.261 99.97 5.11 Source: http://www.secl.gov.in/

SECL has coal mines and collieries in many places in the sates of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Following tables shows the sector wise coal take off and coal production in in different locations in the year of 2013-14.

Sector wise Coal Take off (In MT)

Sector Demand (MT) Off Take (MT) Demand Satisfaction

2013- 2012-13 2013- 2012-13 2013-14 2012-13 14 14

Power 90.00 84.43 86.01 86.49 95.57 102.44

Fertilizer 0.73 0.76 0.87 0.68 119.18 89.47

Cement 4.50 5.15 3.55 4.39 78.89 85.24

Others 29.25 27.64 31.58 30.41 107.97 110.02

Colliery Consumption 0.02 0.02 0.02 0.02 100.0 100.00

Total 24.50 118.0 122.03 121.99 98.02 103.38

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Area Wise Performance during 2012-13 (in LT)

Area UG OC Total OBR Off-take

Baikunthpur 2.415 2.415 2.422

Bhatgaon 1.312 1.297 2.609 4.963 2.803

Bishrampur 1.007 2.211 3.218 12.553 3.046

Chirimiri 1.991 1.050 3.041 2.995 2.723

Hasdeo 3.577 1.154 4.731 3.107 4.577

J&K 1.000 2.050 3.050 9.835 3.072

Johilla 1.311 0.750 2.061 3.217 2.023

Sohagpur 1.850 2.786 4.636 9.494 4.563

Central India Coalfields 14.463 11.298 25.761 46.164 25.229

Gevra 38.701 38.701 35.125 37.398

Dipka 29.200 29.200 22.443 28.431

Kusmunda 18.422 18.422 24.068 18.564

Korba 1.803 3.224 5.027 4.591 4.949

Raigarh 0.150 7.000 7.150 12.484 7.456

KC (Korba coalfields) 1.953 96.547 98.500 98.711 96.798

SECL 16.416 107.845 124.261 144.875 122.027

Source: http://www.secl.gov.in

During Financial Year 2013-14, total production from Under Ground (UG) and Opencast is 16.416 MT and 107.845 MT respectively. In productivity, in terms of output per man shift (OMS), SECL in 2013-14 has achieved 7.23Te while it was 6.72 Te in 2012-13 thus registering 7.59 % growth over last year. The coal from SECL coalmines is being used by many big and medium scale industries. As per SECL statistics the coal off-take during 13-14 was 122.03 MT against the target of 124.50 MT thus achieving 98.02 % of target and registering a growth of 0.03 % over the last year.

Mode-wise coal off-take during the XIth Plan & during 2013-14 were as follow:

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Mode-wise coal off-take during the XIth Plan during 2013-14 Mode 2013-14 (MT) 2012-13 (MT) Growth (%) Rail 47.49 45.55 4.26 Road 41.37 43.71 -5.35 Belt 5.25 5.08 3.35 MGR 24.58 24.33 1.03 Own Wagons 3.32 3.30 0.61 Colliery Consumption 0.02 0.02 Total 122.03 121.99 0.03

Coal transport infrastructure

Creating transport infrastructure and managing logistics to move coal from the point of origin to consumption units is a major challenge for sustainable development. Development of rail infrastructure and adequate road network for coal movement is a challenging task and would require fresh initiatives. Railways play a major role in timely evacuation of coal and commensurate infrastructure for faster movement has been persistently addressed by taking new initiatives.

Railway Sidings: To cater the need of coal evacuation, network of Sidings is laid in different Areas of Korba and CIC Coalfields of SECL and there are 34 Nos. Railway Sidings for dispatch of coal as detailed below:

Capacity Sl. No. Coalfield No. of Railway Sidings (MTY) 1 Korba Coalfield 17 84.90 2 CIC Coalfield 17 27.15 TOTAL 34 112.05

In Korba Coalfields, out of 17 Nos. of Siding having optimum capacity of 84.90 MTY, 5 Nos. of Siding having optimum capacity of 25 MTY are being used by Washery Operators, 1 No. Rapid Loading System (RLS) having optimum capacity of 8 MTY at Gevra Project is being used by NTPC, Korba, 1 No. RLS having optimum capacity of 8 MTY at Dipka Project is being used for NTPC, Seepat and 2 Nos. Siding of optimum capacity of 7.80 MTY is being used for CSEB Korba. Thus total [84.90 (-) 48.80] = 36.10 MTY optimum capacity siding is being used by SECL in Korba Coalfields. (as per coalindia.in)

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Construction of new siding for Rapid Loading System at Junadih Siding of Gevra Area is also under progress which will further increase coal dispatch capacity of Siding at this Area. Wharf Wall loading arrangement at Line No.3 of Kusmunda Siding has been completed and rake loading has been started from this siding which has increased the dispatch capacity of Korba Coalfields from 81.90 MTY in 2012-13 to 84.90 MTY in the previous year.

In this regard, action has also been taken for major renewal and improvement of existing tracks/sidings viz. existing railway track Siding. IRCON a government company incorporated by the Central Government (Ministry of Railways) is proposed to construct a new coal siding with total approximate length of 50 km and five loading yards for 3MT to 15MT of coal per annum in Raigarh District in the state of Chhattisgarh in the Jurisdiction of SEC Railway.

The Mand Raigarh Coalfield has total 22177 MT of non-coking coal deposits out of this 16459.78 million tonnes is up to depth of 300 metres, 5504.46 million tonnes is at a depth of 300-600 meters and 213.4 is at a depth of 600–1200 meters.

Mand Raigarh Coalfield

This coalfield, located in Raigarh, is spread over an area of 520 square kilometres. It lies in the valley of the Mand River, a tributary of the Mahanadi. Mand Raigarh Coalfield, along with Korba and Hasdeo Arand Coalfields forms the South Chhattisgarh Coalfields. Mand Raigarh Coalfield includes the areas earlier known as North Raigarh, South Raigarh and Mand River Coalfields.

This coalfield has a potential for mining of power grade coal, much of which can be extracted through open cast mining. These coal mines are a 6 million ton-per-annum (MTPA) network of mines on the Mand-Raigarh coalfield. The mines include the Baroud open-cast mine and possibly other mines as well. Baroud Open Cast Mine of Mand Raigarh Coalfields, consisting of Baroud and Rai West geological fields, will produce 3.5 million tonnes per annum at peak levels. The nearest railhead is ~45 km away.

The coalfield Mand-Raigarh is being linked to Korba Coalfield. It will be subsequently connected to the Pendra Road-Amritpur line The Korba coal mines are a 83 million ton- per-annum (MTPA) network of mines on the Korba coalfield in Chhattisgarh state, India. The three largest mines are all surface mines: Gevra (35 MTPA capacity), Dipka (25 MTPA), and Kusmunda (18.75 MTPA); the smaller Korba surface/underground mines are also included. The mines sit on a coalfield of 11.7 billion tons.

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NTPC is also been planned to set up the 5 x 800 MW Lara Super Thermal Power Project in Raigarh district. Hence Coal requirement will be met from Talaipalli coal block of Mand Raigarh Coalfield.

The Mand-Raigarh coalfield is well connected by state highways from Bilaspur, Raigarh and Ranchi with tri junction at Dharmjaigarh, located in the northern part of the coalfield. Dharmjaigarh-Raigarh (SH No.1) and Dharmjaigarh-Kharsia (SH No.-22) roads pass through this coalfield. Sariya block with an area of 6.93 sq. km. is located in the northern part of the coalfield and is adjacent to Dharmjaigarh town. Kharsia is the nearest railhead on the Howrah-Mumbai line of South Eastern Railway.

Coal mines in the surrounding area include Korba Thermal Power station, NTPC Korba Super Thermal Power Station, Korba South Thermal Power Project, BALCO Korba power station, and Hasdeo Thermal Power Station.

Potential and Existing Users of Coal from Mand-Raigarh coalfield

Post bi-furcation, the state of Chhattisgarh has done remarkable progress in every sphere of life. Its economy has expanded in impressive growth rate. Agriculture remains the main occupation in the state. But its industrial sector has also registered impressive growth in recent times. The state and nearby area has many big and medium scale industries. Due to the presence of abundance of natural minerals like coal, iron ore etc, many mineral based industries started their operation from the state. Consequently, power sector, steel based industries had strong foothold in the state.

Thermal Plants in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh is endowed with abundance of coal. Consequently, the state has many thermal power plants. National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (|NTPC) has Sipat Thermal Power Station with a capacity of 2980 MW at Sipat, Bilaspur; and Korba Super Thermal Power Station with a capacity of 2600 MW at Korba, while CSEB's units have a thermal capacity of 1780 MW and hydro capacity of 130 MW. Apart from NTPC and CSEB, there are a number of private generation units of large and small capacity. The state government has pursued a liberal policy with regard to captive generation, which has resulted in a number of private players coming up. As per a study made by the Power Finance Corporation Ltd. New Delhi, the state has potential of 61000 MW of additional thermal power in terms of availability of coal for more than 100 years and more than 2500 MW hydro capacity. To tap this vast potential, substantial addition to

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National Thermal Power Plants:

Sl. No. Name of Company Location Capacity/Mega Watt.

1 National Thermal Power Korba 2100 Corporation

2 Sipat II Sipat, 1000 ¼Bilaspur½

http://chhattisgarhmines.gov.in

Chhattisgarh Electricity Board

1 Korba east phase-II Korba 200

2 Korba east phase-III Korba 240

3 Dr. Shyama prasad mukharjee TPS (Korba east Korba 500 phase-IV)

4 Hasdeo thermal power station (Korba west ) Korba 840

5 Bhoram dev Co. gen. Kawardha 6

http://chhattisgarhmines.gov.in

Many thermal power plants are getting coal from SECL coalmines. For example, for Sipat Thermal power plant, the coal is sourced from Dipka Mines of South Eastern Coalfields Limited. In addition to above, there are many private companies, which are running power units in the various parts of the state. The list of these companies are presented in the following table:

Independent Power producer

Sl. No. Name of Company Capacity/Mw

1 M/s Jindal Power Ltd. Tamnar, Raigarh 250

2 M/s Abhijeet Infrastructure Ltd. Siltara, Raipur 15

3 M/s Jagdamba Power and alias Ltd. Siltara, Raipur 25

4 M/s Aryan Coal Beneficiation Private. Ltd. Korba 30

5 M/s Salasar Sponge and power Ltd., Raigarh 15

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http://chhattisgarhmines.gov.in

In addition to this, there are many captive power plants operating in the state (annexure). Moreover in continuation with the government policies in expansion of power sector in the state, many new thermal power plants are being planned in the state. Through various secondary sources, it was learnt that many existing and upcoming thermal power plant are expected to get coal from the Mand Raigarh Coalfields. For example NTPC has planned to set up the 5 x 800 MW Lara Super Thermal Power Project in Raigarh district. Coal requirement will be met from Talaipalli coal block of Mand Raigarh Coalfield. The list of proposed thermal power plants are attached as annexure.

Iron and Steel Sector

Steel industry is one of the most vibrant sectors in the state. The state is one of the largest steel producer states of the country. It is led by Bhilai Steel Plant, which is operated by Steel Authority of India (SAIL). With an annual production capacity of 3.153 MT of saleable steel, the plant also specializes in other products such as wire rods and merchant products. Apart from it, there are many big and medium scale Sponge/Pig Iron plants in the state (list attached as an annexure). Jindal Steel and Power Ltd has a big steel manufacturing plant, with up to 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) steel production capacity. It is the world’s largest coal-based sponge iron manufacturing facility. Additionally, the Company is planning to increase the production of steel from 3 MTPA to 10 MTPA in phases.

Along with Bhilai, Raipur, Bilaspur, Korba and Raigarh have numerous steel making units and they are fast becoming the steel hub of Chhattisgarh. In fact, Raipur has become the centre of the steel sector, the biggest market for steel in India.

Cement Industry

Cement industry is other big coal consuming industry. The state of Chhattisgarh is one of the leading Cement producing state in the country. Nearly all the major cement- producing organizations have their units in the state. This is due to the presence of ample natural raw material. For example, Ambuja Cements have two working units (including Expansion) in the state. Similarly Lafarge India (P) Ltd is operating two units in the state.

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All these cement companies are in the process of enhancing their production capacities. Apart from these, numbers, of new companies like Shree Cements, Emami Group, Rungta, Monnet, Jindal Cements, Jaypee Group, and Adhunik etc. are in the process of establishing major cement units in the State.

Apart from above mentioned industries, there are many big and medium scale industries in the state, which uses coal in substantial quantity. For example, Bharat Aluminium Co. Ltd. in Korba, which has the production capacity of 1.2 Lakh tones.

One of the problem in further development of mining industry especially coal is inadequate transportation infrastructure for easy evacuation to its intended user. In this regards, rail can provide an effective and viable solution for bulk transportation. The Mand-Raigarh region of the state is endowed with excellent quantity of proven coal. Moreover, the state and its nearby region is fast emerging on the industrial map of the country with many existing and planned industries like thermal power plants, Iron & Steel industries, Cement industries etc. Therefore, it can be said that there is ready demand for the Coal produced in the area.

With the huge reserves of 22177 MT of non-coking coal, Mand-Raigarh region has a tremendous potential of fulfilling the needs of major industries of not only Chhattisgarh but nearby states as well. As already explained, railway is best suited for bulk transportation on land, a good network of railway corridor along with sufficient railway sidings and handling facilities are badly needed. In this regards, the planned railway corridor for evacuation of produced coal is extremely crucial. Moreover, the location of railway siding should be carefully chosen so that maximum mines can be served by the railway corridor. As per the information collected from relevant authorities, the Baroud coal Block production forecast is tabulated below:

Mine FY 19 FY 20 FY 21 FY 22 FY 23 FY 24 Total 8 9 11 13 15 17

Source: Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

Given to the amount of quantity of coal likely to produce in coming years, at the Chhal open cast , other ancillary services and handling facilities are also needs to be planned accordingly. Additionally, the provision for the expansion plans of Chhal railway siding in future years to match the projected production should be made in terms of land requirement and handling facilities.

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Korichhapar This Baroud coal block falls in Mand-Raigarh coalfield which is a part of Southern Chhattisgarh Coalfields. It is situated in Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh. It lies in the valley of the Mand River, a tributary of the Mahanadi. Korichhapar coal block holds substantial quantity of proven coal and part of around 18,532.93 million tons of coal reserves in Mand-Raigarh coalfields. Some of the big thermal power plants are coming in the vicinity which can be the future demand centres for the coal produced in Korichhapar coal blocks and adjoining coal blocks. Currently the block is not connected with any railway line. However, a new railway line is in planning stage to evacuate the coal produced in the area. The new coal field Mand-Raigarh is being linked to Korba coal field, which will be eventually linked to the Pendra Road-Amritpur line.

Traffic Projections for Korichhapar Siding Total No of Rakes per Projected No of Rakes Year day (Empty and Traffic* (MTPA) per day Loaded) FY 19 9.5 8 16 FY 20 11.5 9 18 FY 21 14.5 11 22 FY 22 16.5 13 26 FY 23 19 15 30 FY 24 21.5 17 34 * Source: As provided by Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd. Allocated Coal Blocks There are many allocated coal mines in the Raigarh region, of which some are operational and some are in the process of development or under the process of getting clearance from the state government. The list of existing mines and their current status gathered from the relevant authority are tabulated below:

List of existing mines in Korichhapar

Sl. No. Mine Current status of the mine

1 Baroud Operational mine

2 Jampali Operational mine

3 Rai PR under revised norms of CIL is under preparation

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Source: As provided by Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

Following tables shows the reserves in various mines and peak capacity in MTPA in Korichhapar as per the data provided by CERL and CEWRL.

Reserves and Peak capacity of mines in Korichhapar

Peak Capacity Sl. No. Mines Reserves MT MTPA

1 Baroud 3.5 156

2 Jampali 3 239

3 Rai 15 309

Total 85.7 704 Source: As provided by Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd &

Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

All the above mines are planned so that the loading stations are not very far-off. Following table present the mine-loading station distance from the Coal mines:

Mine loading distance from mines in Korichhapar Sl. No. Mine Mine-loading Station Distance 1 Baroud 3 – 4 Km (Korichhapar) 2 Jampali 4 – 5 Km (Korichhapar) 3 Rai 7 – 8 Kms (Korichhapar) Source: As provided by Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd &

Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

Only coal traffic is expected to handle through proposed East corridor-I viz., Kharsia- Chhal - Gharghoda - Korichhapar - Dharmjaigarh connectivity. Major companies using

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It is recommended that development of mines and evacuation arrangements at these mines may be pursued simultaneously, which will have a bearing on the financial viability of the Project. Mines wise coal production forecast is tabulated as below.

Mine wise coal production forecast Mine FY FY FY FY FY FY 24 19 20 21 22 23 Baroud 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 Jampali 3 3 3 3 3 3 Rai 3 5 8 10 12.5 15 Total 9.5 11.5 14.5 16.5 19.5 21.5 Source: Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

Rail Movement Pattern

It is understood that only coal traffic is expected to handle through proposed East corridor-I viz., Kharsia- Chhal - Gharghoda - Korichhapar - Dharmjaigarh connectivity. Major companies using this corridor are SECL, FLPL (Fatehpur Logistics Pvt. Ltd. is a consortium of 4 companies), BALCO and KSKMPCL. Some companies have given written statements of their projected output. It must be mentioned here that currently only a few mines are developed and most of the mines will be developed as per the 5- year plans of Coal India Ltd. depending on the progress of development of this rail corridor.

It is recommended that development of mines and evacuation arrangements at these mines may be pursued simultaneously, which will have a bearing on the financial viability of the Project. Baroud OC Mines coal production forecast is tabulated as below.

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Baroud OC Coal Blocks Production Forecast

Mine FY 19 FY 20 FY 21 FY 22 FY 23 FY 24

Baroud OC 8 9 11 13 15 17 Expansion

Source: Chhattisgarh East Railway Ltd & Chhattisgarh East West Railway Ltd.

CHAPTER - 4: TOPOGRAPHY SURVEY

a) Topographical survey included horizontal control survey, vertical control survey and survey the whole site using cross section at every 50 meters. b) Topographical map shows horizontal detail and elevation of the ground.

Horizontal Control Survey

a) Sufficient number of control benchmarks for detail were installed. b) Location of the control benchmarks are decided as per reconnaissance survey c) All coordinates of control benchmarks are decided according to the existing benchmark by means of traverse survey. d) Accuracy of coordinate of existing benchmark has been confirmed by traverse survey.

Vertical Control Survey

a) Sufficient number of temporary benchmarks are installed for the whole site survey of areas. b) All elevation of the temporary benchmarks have been decided according to the existing benchmark by means of direct leveling survey.

The Whole Site Survey, Cross / Longitudinal Survey

i) Horizontal and vertical detail of areas was surveyed based on the control benchmarks.

ii) Cross section was surveyed by direct levelling at 50 m interval. iii) Total Station was used to collect data of cross section.

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iv) Beginning Point (BP), Intersection Point (IP) and End Point (EP) were set out of each cross section line from the nearby control point.

v) Wooden pegs and concrete pillars were established for each marking of BP, IP and EP.

vi) Traversing and levelling work was carried out to preserve coordinates and elevation of BP,IP and EP referred to existing BM.

vii) The measuring intervals of cross section has been 15 to 20 m and all remarkable changes of topography was measured. viii) All details were carefully recorded for further processing.

ix) After processing, the whole data was plotted in autocad drawing for further planning of alignment .

SERVING STATION

Distance of the Baroud Coal Mines is 4.46KM from Korichhapar Railway Station in proposed East corridor-I viz., Kharsia- Chhal - Gharghoda - Korichhapar - Dharamjaygarh connectivity under construction over Howrah-Mumbai double line electrified trunk route taking off from Kharsia Station.The vicinity plan for the siding is attached as Annexure -4

Selection of Suitable Take-Off Point

A reconnaissance survey of the area around Korichhapar Station and the proposed site of the project was undertaken. It was noticed that take off from Korichhapar station was found shortest distance to the Baroud Coal Mines The General Layout plan of the Siding is attached as Annexure- 5

Hence the consultants therefore recommend take off from Korihhapar station.

Co-ordinates of Siding Alignment

The co-ordinate of siding alignment are worked out in word format and attached as Annexure-7

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APTER - 5: CIVIL ENGINEERING (ALIGNMENT, BRIDGES & ROAD CROSSINGS AND OTHER DETAILS)

Introduction

Korichhapar siding alignment Plan & L-Section is prepared considering the comment and input in the previous stages i.e. Desktop study of alignment on Google earth, reconnaissance survey along with traffic study and earlier alignment and L-section submitted. In this stage topography survey has been conducted along the corridor to prepare the Alignment & L-section on actual ground level.

Following parameters are considered for design of alignment: a) Avoiding of HT lines to the maximum extent possible. b) At all locations where track passes under HT lines, crossings should be at right angles to the extent possible but not less than 70° angle in any case. c) The longitudinal section accommodated all road crossings as under bridges or over bridges considering hydrological parameters. d) No cross stream is falling in the cutting. Only very minor streams may be diverted for crossings the alignment through minor bridges/culverts. e) No girder bridges is planned on curves. f) All curves limited to 6.889 degree and gradient not steeper than 1:150.

Topography Survey

This Methodology adopted for topographic survey in Korichhapar covers the following works

(i) Fixing of Benchmarks Pillar List of Bench Marks are attached as Annexure-6

(ii) Topographical surveys for Rail line route, with scale 1:500 and grid at every 100 m interval

Alignment and L- Section Details

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The take-off of alignment is considered from the Faguram village (Korichhapar Station) up to the yard entry. The total length of alignment is 4.3 km including loading yard Dead end. Plan and L-Section of the siding is attached as Annexure-10

The features represented in L- Section of Siding are as below:- 1. Maximum degree of curve is at 6.889 degree 2. Minimum gradient is 1:500(compensated) – List of Gradients is as below:

Sl. Chainage Grade Level Grade Length No. From To From To Raise Level Fall 1 0.0 1270.309 1270.309 273.926 276.318 - LEVEL - 2 1270.309 1970 700 276.318 279.908 500 - - 3 1970 2340 370 279.908 279.908 - - 506 4 2340 3980 1640 279.908 280.080 - LEVEL - 5 3980 4460.000 480 280.080 277.227 1200 - -

3. Total Number of curves is 3 as under:

CHAINAGE IN MTR. Deflection Length of Sl. Curve Direct Radius Angle Degree circular No. No. ion in (m) TP1 TP2 curve (m) 1620.93 1 1 965.084 8336’55.22” LH 3.888 450 555.850 4 2 2 1875.078 2280.736 9129’19.43” RH 6.889 254 345.658

3 3 3020.049 3436.126 2714’42.37” LH 2.000 875 352.077

4. Length of straight portion is 3.206 km.

5. Maximum height of embankment filling is 14.1 m & maximum earth cutting depth is 5.8m.

Fixing of Benchmark

The purpose of Bench mark establishment is intended to be used as a permanent point over the field, and that point which can be used as reference point in future particularly during the construction stage. Existing TBM (Temporary Bench Mark) by IRCON for village Faguram (Korichhapar Station) was taken as reference point for topography

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Bench Mark / Reference Point at Korichhapar

METHOD STATEMENT

Elevation of Benchmarks

Although topographic survey carried out by Total Station, elevation of benchmark is decided by direct levelling survey. A levelling route for measuring benchmarks was selected in such a way that the route starts from existing benchmark, and returns either to the original benchmark or another existing benchmark in the area.

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Observations

(i) Two way observations by level using a pair of levelling staff are carried out. Lengths of foresights and back sights are kept nearly equal. As a rule, the length will not be exceeding 70 m. (ii) Readings are taken in millimetres.

Limitation in Observation Value

(1) Limits in observation value in levelling are as follows:

 Error of two way observation 20 mm or less for each 1 km.

 Error of closure 15 S mm or less (Where S is one way distance in kilometer).

(2) When the error of closure falls within the specified limits, it is distributed equally over the survey points in proportion to the distance between survey points.

(3) When the error of closure has exceeded the specified limits investigate the causes thereof and carry out re-surveying.

Traverse Station and Benchmarks

(1) The traverse stations and benchmarks have carefully been selected after approval by the CLIENT/IRCON

(2) The traverse stations and benchmarks was chosen so as to preserve them during construction terms.

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(3) The stations and bench marks are clearly marked with item number

Traverse Station Mark FIXED

Standard of Construction.

Korichhapar Siding

Alignment for siding is proposed with taking off from centre line of proposed Korichhapar Railway Station building for calculating the route length of alignment the centre line of Korichhapar Station is considered as 0.00 m and the changes towards Dharmjaigarh siding is considered as positive changes. a) Gauge

The gauge adopted for the proposed alignment is 1676 mm so as to suit the existing gauge of Indian Railways. b) Rails

60 Kg (T-12) – Prime Quality Rails are proposed for connectivity and 52 Kg second hand rails to be used as check rails for curves and as guard rails for bridges. c) Ballast

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Track Ballast as per IRS: GE-1 with 300 mm cushion has been envisaged for the project. d) Sleeper

60 Kg Mono block PSC sleepers with 1660 Nos. per Km for entire stretch/ alignment of siding and loading yard shall be used. e) Track Structure

Normal ballasted track all along the alignment with 300 mm cushion is envisaged. f) Welding

Flash butt welding for LWR track and Alumni Thermic welding/SKV welding for SWR track have been envisaged. g) Points & Crossings

All the crossovers in the proposed feeder line connecting the main lines and loop lines shall have P&C of 1 in 12 with 60 Kg rails, CMS crossing on PSC fan shaped PSC sleeper layouts. Turnouts provided for over shoot lines are proposed with 1 in 8 ½ with 60 kg rails, CMS crossing and Fan shaped PSC sleeper layouts conforming to RDSO standards. h) Track Tolerances

Track tolerances specified under IRPWM by the Railway Board for new lines shall be maintained. i) Catch Water Drains and Longitudinal side Drains

Catch Water Drain or Longitudinal Side Drains are proposed wherever the depth of cutting is more than 3 m. j) Traction

The entire rail infrastructure for the corridor is proposed with Overhead Electrification. k) Formation

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The top width of the formation in bank is proposed as 8.5m for Single track. The bottom width in cutting shall be 9.25m for single track including side drains. The formation in the embankment is proposed with side slopes of 2H to IV in banking and 1H to IV in cutting. An extra width of 150mm is considered for formation width on curved track. The drawing showing typical cross sections of Embankment and cutting are attached. l) Bridges

All the bridges are proposed for 25T loading as per IRS bridge rules-2008. The super structure of all bridges is proposed either as PSC slabs or RCC box. However, a different design of superstructure during detailed design stage may be adopted. m) Road crossings and Streams

The list of road crossings and streams with corresponding bridges proposed including openings and types is attached. n) Protective Works

Side slopes of banks shall be protected by providing turfing to prevent rain water flowing down and eroding the side-slopes. It is proposed to provide pitching to the slopes of the bank at platform locations to avoid erosion of slopes. The bridge quadrants will be provided with pitching to avoid erosion. Toe wall with pitching of slopes may be provided where available land width is less. o) Fixed Structure Clearances

All fixed structures to be provided on the feeder line of yard shall have clearances conforming to recommended schedule of dimensions of Indian Railways. p) Land requirement

Proposed alignment runs through Government land, private land, forest land etc. Necessary arrangement will be made by IRCON/CERL/SECL to acquire the required land for development of Rail siding.

q) Miscellaneous works

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Items like sign boards, Fouling marks, surface drains, embankment side slope protection, etc. shall be provided as per existing railway specifications and RDSO guidelines.

ESP and Longitudinal section of the proposed Korichhapar Siding alignment and yard has following features:

 Loading yard for Korichhapar is taking of from chainage 2+53km.

 Loading yard consists of two SILO loading line, with two wharf loading loop line CSR not less than 750m.  Brake Van siding line of CSR 50m is provided.

 Dispatch yard consists of 1 loop line and 1 main line of CSR not less than 1257.743m.

 1 Sick Lines of CSR length 200 m each is provided in the Loading Yard.

 Reception line in the Loading yard is connected with Korichhapar feeder line at chainage 2.836km.  Take off for loading platforms A &B is at chainage 2+962 and 3.122km respectively.

 Loading platform of 800m x 10 m is provided. All points in loading yard are of 1 in 8.5. in loading yard.  Security/commercial office, Admin building and TXR office are provided. In weigh motion bridge also provided.

Engineering scale plan (ESP) showing alignment and longitudinal section (L-section) of Korichhapar Coal Siding and Yard is attached in Annexure-8

BRIDGES AND ROAD CROSSINGS:

The alignment consists of 3 bridges. with extension of Br 69 &70 Calculation for HFL and discharge of waterway has been obtained and is shown as under.

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TABLE-1: Type of Bridges The proposed alignment has following bridges which are either PSC Slabs & RCC Box as shown in the list below:

Bridge Chainage (km) Span Classification No. 69 43.38KM 1X18.0M ROB 70 44.085KM 1 x 5,0MX4.0m RCC BOX (RUB) 1 1.986KM 1 x 5,0MX4.0m RCC BOX (RUB) 2 2.386KM 2 x 12.2M PSC Slab (MAJOR) 3 2.51KM 2 x 6.0X6.0M RCC BOX (RUB)

TABLE-2: HFL & Discharge Bridge Details at Nala Crossing Location Chainage of Nala Ground Level (m) Width of Nala Discharge HFL (m) Crossing (km) crossing (m) (M3) 2.386 308.157M 21.00 123.42 315.101M

General arrangement drawing (GADs) bearing above numbers number are attached.

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CHAPTER - 6: SYSTEM OF OPERATION

The siding is planned for movement of loaded coal rakes from Baroudl Coal Block to Korichhapar station on single line. Accordingly, study is carried out for the movement of traffic.

Recommended Rail Infrastructure. Take off arrangement:

The proposed siding take off point is considered as 0.0 KM of center line of Korichhapar Station at Chainage point 42569.691M and following are the existing facilities available at Korichhapar Station yard as per approved ESP CE’s N0:- TR/BSP/KORICHHAPAR/YD/1203/15

Proposed facilities of the siding

SN Description Remarks

1. Serving Railway Station : Korichhapar 2. Route distance from C/L of : 4.462 Km Single Line Korichhapar Station to loading Electrified yard Dead End. Loading YARD 3. Route distance from : 2.534Km Korichhapar Station to entry of Loading Yard 4 1. Reception Line/Loading : 1 (SRJ to SRJ) 854.304 M 2. Examination/Dispatch line 1 (FM to FM) 1257.743M 3.Main feeder Line 1 (FM to FM) 1355.314M

5. BV Siding line : 1 (DS to DS) 50 M 6 Sick Line : 1Nos. (DS to DS) 200M 7 In Motion Weigh Bridge : 1 No. CH: 5.126KM 8 SILO Loading line No-1 : 1 (SILO to FM) 693.074M 9 SILO Loading line No-2 1 (SILO to FM) 605.863M 10 Loading loop line : 1 (FM to FM) 1075.21M 11 SILO : 02 Nos. 12 Loading Platform : 02 800Mx10M

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Serving Station - Korichhapar Station Layout a) At present, it is an electrified double line station. b) Two (2) Common Loop lines (Loop 1 & 4), each on Up and Down side of Main line, with One high level passenger platform and one medium level Island Passenger PF on both main lines have been constructed. One low level loading platform at uo side of common loop line No-4.Hence, the station has been converted to Three (5) line station in near future. c) The both loop lines has been provided over run lines at both ends. d) The take-off for proposed siding shall be taken from proposed common Loop Line cum line no-4 towards Kumurkela Station end. This shall enable Railways for easy movement of Loaded Coal traffic from siding to Korichhapar station causing minimum disturbance in movement of traffic on section. e) Drawing of proposed Korichhapar yard with connectivity of Korichhapar siding is enclosed. f) One hot axle siding of CSR 60M.

Proposed Korichhapar Siding a) The approximate Route length of siding shall be 4.46 km approximately. b) Drawing of Korichhapar siding is enclosed.

Proposed Korichhapar Loading Yard a) Land shall be made available in coal field. This yard is consisting of Receiving and Loading yards (Manual & Mechanical), Engine line, Loaded Stabling line, Sick line with dead end. b) Loading of coal both manually by Pay loaders as well as Mechanical Hopper loading through Silo. Hence, provision has been kept in yard. After Hopper loading of coal by Silo is proposed, the wagons shall be required to kept on a Stabling line for examination and dispatch. c) The approximate details of different lines in yard are stated below:

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 Loading cum reception line (fully OHE wired)

 Two SILO Loading line No-2 (Retractable OHE Facility)

 Examination cum Dispatch line d) Two Loading Platform of 800 m x 10 m shall be provided along the Manual Loading line No 1 with 10m wide road. e) One sick line of CSR 200M f) One BV siding of CSR 50M g) One motion Weigh Bridge of 120 T capacity shall be installed for weighing coal rakes after manual loading. No weighing shall be required for coal rakes after mechanical hopper loading through Silo, since silo will have weighing facility. h) The Total Track length in Yard is estimated to be about 8 km. Details are given in yard plan. i) Complete yard shall be provided with adequate lighting arrangement. j) Staff requirement

SECL shall manage and handle the operation and maintenance of siding as well as yard. Hence, all operating and weighbridge staff. Weighbridge Clerk, Points man etc shall be directly engaged by SECL. No Railway Operating staff shall be required.

System of Operation a) System of working shall be Non-Interlocked from Korichhapar Station to loading yard The siding is planned primarily to cater to outward traffic of coal from Baroud coal block to Korichhapar station. b) Train operation from the take off point to the concerned line in loading Yard will be carried out on paper authority. c) Empty BOXN rakes shall arrive at in Yard from Korichhapar Station. d) Two types of loading of coal viz. Manual by pay loaders & mechanically by hopper from Silo, has been planned. Hence empty rakes can be placed on either of the above loading lines.

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Shunting Operation

(i) The siding shall work on EOL Scheme . As such no need of procurement of Shunting loco by Siding owner .

(ii) Round the clock working has been envisaged.

(iii) SECL would deploy shunting staff for all three shifts and for yard operation.

(iv) STOP board shall be provided, wherever required, as per SWR.

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CHAPTER - 7: GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION

The geotechnical investigation of soil along the alignment of Korichhapar Sidng, proposed bridge location and loading yard has been carried out on approval of the alignment of siding and yard location. The location of bore-holes has been marked on the plan attached. Design of proposed all Structures are carried out as the bore log data obtained from Geotechnical Investigation.

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CHAPTER - 8: LAND PLANS

Copies of Khasra Map indicating area of land required for siding (feeder line) and loading yard have been obtained from Revenue Authorities of State Government of Chhattisgarh, SECL and alignment of siding and yard is superimposed on these Khasara map along with the detailed break-up of land.

The total area of land village wise required is as under.

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CHAPTER - 9: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

PROPOSED TAKE OFF

The Proposed Korichhapar Coal siding takes off from Korichhapar station, Bilaspur division, SECR located on Bilaspur-Jharsuguda Double line section.

9.0 PROPOSED OHE FACILITIES: 9.0.1 The serving station Korichhapar is electrified on 25KV, AC 50 Hz Single Phase Conventional OHE. 9.0.2 The proposed Railway infrastructure of Korichhapar coal siding, as mentioned below will also be electrified on Single phase 25 KV, 50 Hz Conventional OHE for seamless operation. 9.1.2.1 Lead Line

The proposed Main line from CH: 617.28 to 2534.16 m of Korichhapar Coal siding, will be equipped with 25 KV single phase 50 Hz conventional type of OHE. 9.0.2.1 Loading Yard a) Following proposed loading yard lines will be electrified on 25 KV, AC, 50 Hz conventional type of OHE  Reception Line - CAL 854.304 m.  Examination/Dispatch Line - CAL 1257.743 m.  Main (Feeder) Line - CAL 1355.314 m.  SILO Line 1 - CAL 1185.217 m.  SILO Line 2 - CAL 1075.210 m.  Loop Line 1 - CAL 1075.210 m.  Sick Line - CAL 200.000 m.  BV Siding - CAL 50.000 m.

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However retractable OHE is proposed underneath the SILO for coal loading with electric engine.

9.1 POWER SUPPLY ARRANGEMENT FOR KORICHHAPER SIDING 9.1.1 One Dedicated Circuit Breaker & all associated equipment including modification of existing SCADA system of South East Central Railway for isolation & maintenance purpose in case of emergency is proposed at Korichhapar TSS with feeder wire.

9.2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT 9.2.1 Fabricated masts (B-Series) & Portals (N, O, R, TTC, BFBU & G type) of standard length will be used for erection of OHE to allow rising of track level for provision of higher ballast cushion. OHE spans (corresponding to basic wind speed) varying from 22.5 m to 72 m will be as used per latest Railway Board’s guidelines/directives. 9.2.2 Bracket assemblies will be provided with Composite insulators in view of polluted area due to coal loading. Composite insulators will be provided as per the directives of Railways. 9.2.3 In regulated OHE, counter weights along with auto tensioning devices at both ends of the shots are used, and anchored at centre of the shot length so as to retain the conductors in position in the event of SS wire rope snapping or any other unusual occurrence. 9.2.4 At the anchor terminating locations guy rods are used to balance the pull on the masts concerned. Bracket design allows swivelling of Cantilever on either side to facilitate automatic adjustment during expansion in summer and contraction in winter so as to retain the tension of 2000 Kg or the latest, for both contact and catenary wire in OHE. 9.2.5 Catenary wire shall be used in place of GI wire for Anticreep locations in polluted areas. (Ref. ETI/OHE/G/02111 Rev A Dt. 23.10.12)

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9.2.6 Auto tensioning devices at Cross-overs, Turnouts, overlap type neutral sections and all other such locations having short tension lengths shall be provided with hexagonal tie-rods as per latest RDSO instructions.

9.3 DESIGN CONSIDERATION 9.3.1 The location of the proposed line falls in Navy Blue zone with Basic wind speed of 33 m/s as per latest IS 875 (part 3) – 1987 Reaffirmed- 1997. According the OHE mast and foundation are designed to withstand wind pressure of 73 Kgf/m2 9.3.2 OHE spans (corresponding to basic wind speed) varying from 22.5 m to 72 m will be used as per latest Railway Board’s guidelines/directives. 9.3.3 A simple polygonal type of overhead equipment is comprising of a single 65 sq.mm, size of Cadmium Copper Catenary wire and hard drawn grooved copper Contact wire of 107 sq. mm size suspended from the Catenary by 5 mm dia. copper dropper wire spaced 9 meters apart. The OHE is supported by swivelling type Cantilever bracket assembly. 9.3.4 A tension of 1000 Kgs. is given in each conductor i.e. Catenary and Contact wire. This tension is kept constant, automatically compensating the variations in conductor length due to change in temperature through the regulating equipment erected at the conductors, also known as Automatic Tensioning Device. 9.3.5 Standard implantation of 2.8 meters is adopted as prescribed in ACTM Vol. II 1994. For structures inside/outside the curve and in vicinity of the signals, higher implantations shall be taken in conformity with the RDSO Standards. Care shall also be taken to ensure that the implantation is such that the OHE foundation will not be infringing to the working of Engineering Department CSM 09-32 continuous Tamping Machine, Ballast Cleaning Machine, Shoulder Ballast Cleaning Machine and ballast Regulator Machine as per RDSO drawing no. T1/DRG/CIV/FND/RDSO/00001/04/0 dated 21-03-2012 during track maintenance.

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9.3.6 Due to heavy pollution at loading site, entire proposed line has been considered with the provision of long creepage path (1600mm – 31mm/kV) conforming to RDSO specification No. TI/SPC/OHE/INSCOM/1071 or latest composite insulators to prevent insulator failures as stipulated by RDSO/CORE’s latest guidelines. 9.3.7 Necessary isolation arrangements of OHE has been considered at Korichhapar Coal siding so that line can be isolated from main line OHE elementary section for maintenance as well as fault isolation purpose. 9.3.8 OHE estimate has been prepared duly considering OHE components to latest RDSO and CORE approved makes and the OHE works shall be executed as per railways standards and specifications laid down in ACTM and latest Railway Board circular that may come into effect from time to time. 9.3.9 Preparation of OHE designs, execution of OHE works will be carried out by an approved/working OHE contractor of South East Central Railway under Railway approved consultant. 9.3.10 OHE layout plan, Sectioning diagram, General Power Supply Arrangements along with associated drawings will be submitted for approval of South East Central Railway after approval of DPR and Engineering scale plan, prior to starting of OHE works. After successful commissioning of the OHE, ‘As – Erected’ drawings will be submitted in three copies to South East Central Railway. 9.3.11 All types of foundation, steel structures, conductors, power supply equipment, all fittings (ferrous and non-ferrous) insulators and execution processes and practices are covered by relevant specifications issued by RDSO and CORE. 9.3.12 All the OHE materials proposed for electrification of above work will be procured from latest RDSO/CORE approved suppliers only.

9.4 GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORK

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9.4.1 As regards to illumination of loading yard, 8 nos. of 16 mtr high Mast Lighting tower each with 10 nos. (2x400 W) LED light fitting is proposed which shall be interconnected by L.T XLPE underground cables of adequate size. The electrification for loading yard shall be done by the siding owner at their own cost including power supply arrangement and recurring power cost. 9.4.2 The proposed operation building at loading yard shall be electrified according to the latest Indian Electricity rules by the siding owner at its own cost including power supply arrangements 9.5 COST ESTIMATE 9.5.1 The total track length for OHE electrification comes to approx. 12.569 TKM. 9.5.2 The detailed cost estimate towards provision of OHE is estimated as INR 1389 Lakhs as shown in Annexure 18.

 Electrical work is estimated as INR 1389 Lakhs as shown in Annexure 18 and Schematic OHE Wiring Plan is attached as Annexure-19

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CHAPTER - 10: SIGNAL AND TELECOMMUNICATION (S&T) ENGINEERING

10.0 Serving station for Coal Siding

The connectivity to new coal siding is proposed from Korichhapar station, Bilaspur division, SECR located on Bilaspur-Jharsuguda Double line section.

10.1 Proposed Signalling Arrangement at Take-off station

Korichhapar station is in Bilaspur division, South East Central Railway (SECR). The station yard is existing Class ‘B’ station with Multiple Aspect Color Light Signaling (MACLS) with Distributed Electronic Interlocking (EI). It is proposed to carry out modification in the existing Electronic Interlocking for the proposed siding take off. All the points & signals are operated from VDU provided in SM’s room. The schematic diagram showing signaling arrangement is placed at Annexure- 16.1.

10.2 Proposed Signaling Arrangement at Loading Yard The Loading yard will be a Non-Interlocked, Stop board and NIZ (Non-Interlocked Zone) board will be provided near the loading yard entry points.. All the points are Non-Interlocked and hand operated. The Train Operation from the take off points to concerned line in loading yard will be carried out on paper authority. The schematic diagram showing signaling arrangement is placed at Annexure- 16.2.

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communication between station master of Korichhapar and siding in-charge of the loading yard. FOIS Connectivity is proposed at loading yard with Magneto telephone connectivity.

CHAPTER - 11: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

The details of the loading arrangement for coal have been enumerated in the earlier chapters. The system of siding working has also been envisaged. As per this scheme, Indian Railways (IR) shall hand over the empty rake at nominated Exchange/Receiving yard and take away the loaded rake from dispatch yard for onward movement to IR system. This shall be as per Railway agreement.

Estimated Cost of Mechanical shall be NIL, as per Railway procedure.

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CHAPTER - 12: COST ESTIMATES

12.1 Unit Rates

12.1.1 The unit rates of various items of works have been adopted taking into account the prevailing market rates in the area/Last accepted rate LAR) by IRCON for the East Rail Corridor.

12.2 Land cost

12.2.1 The private land has to be acquired, cost of which has not been considered in the estimate.

12.3 Formation

12.3.1 Quantities of Earthwork in filling in embankment for the siding, , R&D yard and up to mines boundary have been calculated based on cross sections. The quantity in filling works out to 1238110 m3. and the cutting quantity is 63522m3.

12.3.2 60 cm blanketing is provided on top of formation in filling and 45 cm in cutting since, as per site condition it is expected that in cuttings Murom will be met with at approx. 1.00 m depth. The quantity of blanketing 37139 has been deducted from the quantity in filling. It is presumed that 30% of the quantity released from cutting will be of good quality, can be used for formation in the adjacent bank.

No borrow pits will be allowed within the CERL/SECL land. Contractor’s own good earth will be transported from outside.

12.3.3 Suitable provision has been made in the estimate for transportation of good earth / blanketing material payment of royalty and other taxes if any.

12.4 Permanent Way

12.4.1 For the main siding line track structure shall comprise of 60 kg T-12 90 UTS 13 m long rails (Prime Quality) long welded rail (LWR) panel laid on

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pre-stressed concrete mono block (PSC) sleepers @1660 nos., per km with elastic fastenings on 300 mm hard stone machine crushed ballast cushion has been considered for estimation.

For the R&D yard, Loop lines, Track structure shall comprise of 60 kg rails with 1540 nos. PSC sleeper per km with elastic fastening on 300mm hard stone ballast has been considered for estimate.

Total cost of Permanent way is estimated Rs.1984.559 Lakhs as per Annexure – 15.3.

12.5 Bridges

Bridges have been proposed over existing Nalla. There are four major bridges viz. PSC Slab, some RUB and ROB have been proposed to cater the Road traffic. The estimated cost of bridges comes to Rs.825.00 Lakh as per Annexure 15.4 to 15.7

12.6 Service Building

12.6.1 Provision of Service buildings have been discussed in Total cost of the Service buildings, including miscellaneous works is estimated as Rs. 88.09lakh. As per Annexure-15.8

12.7 Total cost of Civil Engineering works estimated is Rs.6229 lakh as per Annexure 15

12.8 The cost of Civil Engineering on deposit work terms nil.

12.9 Cost of Signalling & Telecom works :

12.9.1 Total cost of Signalling and Telecom (Party work) has been estimated as Rs. 92.5 lakh as per Annexure 17.

12.9.2 Cost of S&T works to be done on deposit works terms is Rs. 0 lakh

12.10 Cost of Electrical Works

12.10.1 Cost of electrification of Panel rooms, staff quarters, R&D Yard is estimated as Rs. 1389 lakh as per Annexure 18.

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12.11 Abstract Cost of the Project Rs.8905.00 Lakh is attached in Annexure- 15A

12.12 Codal Charges :

12.12.1 No Codal charges are payable to the Railway on the Project cost as it is a part CERL (Chhattisgarh East Rail limited)

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LIST OF ANNEXURES Sl. No. Description Annexures 1 Empanelment of HOWE as a consultant Annexure-1 2 IRCON Authorization letter in favour of HOWE Annexure-2 3 Railway Board RTC Letter Annexure-3 4 Vicinity Plan Annexure-4 5 General Layout Plan Annexure-5 6 List of Bench Mark Annexure-6 7 List of Coordinates for Rail Alignment Annexure-7 8 Engineering Scale Plan Annexure-8 9 Plan & L-Section Annexure-9 10 Typical Cross Section Annexure-10 11 List of Gradient Annexure-11 12 List of Curves Annexure-12 13 List of Bridges Annexure-13 14 Service Building & Operation Building Drawings Annexure-14 15A Abstract Total cost estimate. Annexure-15A 15 Civil Engineering Cost Estimate Annexure- 15,15.1,15.2,15.2.1,15.2.2,15 .2.3,15.3,15.3.1,15.3.2,15.3. 3,15.3.4,15.3.5,15.3.6,15.3. 7,15.3.8,15.3.9,15.4,15.5,15 .6,15.7, 15.8,15.8.1 16 Schematic S&T Plan Annexure-16.1 & 16.2 17 S&T Cost Estimate Annexure- 17,17.1,17.2,17.3,17.4.1 7.5 18 OHE & General Electrical Cost Estimate Annexure-18,18.1,18.2 19 Schematic OHE Wiring Plan Annexure-19

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