QUARRY OWNER/LESSEE Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu

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(Under Rule 18 (2) of Granite Conservation and Development Rules, 1999) Patta Land / Lease Period: 17.12.2008 to 16.12.2028 Scheme Period (2018-19 to 2022-23)

LOCATION OF THE QUARRY LEASE AREA

EXTENT : 1.95.0 Ha S.F.NOs. : 123/4 and 134/1 VILLAGE : NAGANUR TALUK : KULITHALAI DISTRICT : KARUR STATE : TAMIL NADU

FOR

QUARRY OWNER/LESSEE

Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

PREPARED BY

Qualified Person

Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004. Cell: +91 94422 78601, 94433 56539 E-mail: [email protected], [email protected] M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

CONSENT LETTER FROM LESSEE

The Scheme of quarrying in respect of Multi-Coloured Granite quarry over an extent 1.95.0 Hectares of Patta land in S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamilnadu State has been prepared by

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Qualified Person

I request the Commissioner, Department of Geology and Mining, Chennai to make further correspondence regarding the modification of the Scheme of quarrying with the said qualified person at his following address.

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., M/s. Geo Exploration and Mining Solutions, Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004. Cell: +91 94422 78601, 94433 56539.

I hereby undertake that all the modifications, if any made in the Scheme of Quarrying by the qualified person may be deemed to have been made with my knowledge and consent and shall be acceptable to me and binding on me in all respects.

Signature of the lessee For M/s. P.R.P. Exports

(P. Suresh Kumar) Partner Place: Madurai. Date : 13.11.2017

M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

DECLARATION OF MINE OWNER

The Scheme of Quarrying in respect of Multi-Coloured Granite quarry over an extent 1.95.0 Hectares of Patta land in S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamilnadu State has been prepared in full consultation with me by

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Qualified Person

I have understood its contents and agree to implement the same in accordance with Laws applicable to Mines.

Signature of the lessee For M/s. P.R.P. Exports

(P. Suresh Kumar) Partner Place: Madurai. Date : 13.11.2017

CERTIFICATE

Certified that I, Dr. P. THANGARAJU M.Sc., Ph.D., having an office at M/s. Geo Exploration and Mining Solutions, Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004, am a Post Graduate in Geology (M.Sc. Geology) from Madras University, Chennai and I worked in the field of Geology in a role of Geologist. Rule 15(I)(a) and (b) of Minerals (Other than Atomic and Hydro Carbons Energy Minerals) Concession Rules, 2016 stipulates the eligibility for preparing Mining plans as “(I)(a) a post graduate degree in Geology granted by a university established” and (I)(b) “Professional experience of five years of working in a supervisory capacity in the field of mining after obtaining the degree”. Since my qualification and experience are satisfied the Rule (I)(a) and (I)(b) of 15 of the said Rules, I am eligible to prepare Mining Plans for both Major and Minor Minerals. According I prepare this Scheme of quarrying in respect of Multi Coloured Granite quarry over an extent 1.95.0 Hectares of Patta land in S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamilnadu State for M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122. Since the scheme of quarrying is prepared as per the provisions contained in Rule 15(I)(a) and (I)(b) of Minerals (Other than Atomic and Hydro Carbons Energy Minerals) Concession Rules, 2016.

Signature of the Qualified Person

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Place: Salem Date: 17.11.2017

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., M/s. Geo Exploration and Mining Solutions, Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004. Cell: +91 94422 78601, 94433 56539.

CERTIFICATE FROM THE QUALIFIED PERSON

This is to certify that the Provisions of Granite Conservation and Development Rules, 1999 as amended in Tamil Nadu Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1959 have been observed in the preparation of Scheme of Quarrying for Multi-Coloured Granite quarry over an extent 1.95.0 Hectares of Patta land in S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamilnadu State has been prepared for

M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

Whenever specific permissions/exemptions/ relaxations and approvals are required, the lessee will approach the concerned authorities of Commissioner of Geology and Mining, Government of Tamilnadu, Guindy, Chennai– 600 032 for such permissions/ exemptions /relaxations and approvals.

It is also certified that information furnished in the above Scheme of Quarrying are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of the Qualified Person

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Place: Salem Date: 17.11.2017

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., M/s. Geo Exploration and Mining Solutions, Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road,, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004. Cell: +91 94422 78601, 94433 56539.

CERTIFICATE FROM THE QUALIFIED PERSON

Certified that the Provisions of Mines Act, Rules and Regulations made there under have been observed in the preparation of Scheme of Quarrying for Multi-Coloured Granite over an extent 1.95.0 Hectares of Patta land in S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamilnadu State has been prepared for

M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

Whenever specific permissions/exemptions/ relaxations and approvals are required, the lessee will approach the concerned authorities of the Director General of Mines Safety (DGMS), No. 5, IInd Street, Block – AA, Anna Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu for such permissions/ exemptions /relaxations and approvals.

It is also certified that information furnished in the Scheme of Quarrying are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of the Qualified Person

Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Place: Salem Date: 17.11.2017

LIST OF CONTENT

Page S.No. Description No.

1. Introduction 1 PART - I 2. Proposal under Scheme of Mining for the next five 7 years 3. Exploration and reserves 8

4. Conceptual mining plan 15

5. Mining 16

6. Blasting 20

7. Mine Drainage 20

8. Stacking of Mineral Waste and Disposal of Waste 21

9. Use of the granite stone 21

10. Quality control 21

11. Surface transport 21

12. Site Services 22

13. Employment potential 22

14. Environmental Management plan 23

15. Progressive Quarry Closure Plan 28

16. Mineral Conservation and Development 29

17. Statutory Provisions 30

LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure S.No. Description No.

1. Copy of G.O. I

2. Copy of FMB II

3. Copy of Combined Sketch III

4. Copy of Patta IV

5. Copy of Adangal V

6. Copy of “A” Register VI

7. Copy of Consent letter from the Pattadar VII

8. Copy of Lease deed VIII

9. Copy of Mining Plan Approval letter IX

10. Copy of first Scheme submission and forward letter X

11. Copy of Partnership deed XI

12. Copy of Authorization letter XII

13. Copy of ID Proof XIII

14. Copy of Post graduate Certificate of Qualified Person XIV

15. Copy of Experience Certificate of Qualified Person XV

LIST OF PLATE

PLATE S.No. DESCRIPTION SCALE No.

1. LOCATION PLAN I 1:24,00,000

2. KEY PLAN IA 1:1,00,000

3. ROUTE MAP IB Not to scale

4. SATELLITE IMAGE OF 500m RADIUS IC 1:5,000

ENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND USE PLAN 5. 1D 1:10,000 FOR 1km RADIUS

6. QAUARRY LEASE PLAN II 1:1,000

7. SURFACE PLAN III 1:1,000 Plan - 1:1,000 Section 8. GEOLOGICAL PLAN AND SECTIONS IV Hor - 1:1,000 Ver - 1:500 Plan - 1:1,000 YEARWISE PRODUCTION AND Section 9. DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SECTIONS V Hor - 1:1,000 (2018-19 to 2020-21 years) Ver - 1:500 Plan - 1:1,000 YEARWISE PRODUCTION AND Section 10. DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SECTIONS VA Hor - 1:1,000 (2021-22 and 2022-23 years) Ver - 1:500 QUARRY LAYOUT AND AFFORESTATION 11. VI 1:1,000 PLAN Plan - 1:1,000

PROGRESSIVE QUARRY CLOSURE PLAN Section 12. VII AND SECTIONS Hor - 1:1,000

Ver - 1:500

13. ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN VIII 1:5000

Plan - 1:1,000 Section CONCEPTUAL PLAN AND SECTIONS IX Hor - 1:1,000 Ver - 1:500

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry SCHEME OF QUARRYING FOR NAGANUR MULTI-COLOURED GRANITE QUARRY

Period of Scheme 2018-19 to 2022-23 (Prepared Under Rule 18(2) of Granite Conservation and Development Rules, 1999)

1.0 INTRODUCTION: This Scheme of quarrying is prepared in respect of Multi-coloured Granite quarry belongs to M/s. P.R.P. Exports, over an extent of 1.95.0 Hectares Patta land in S.F.Nos.

123/4 and 134/1 of Naganur Village, Kulithalai Taluk, Karur District, Tamil Nadu State.

This scheme of quarrying is prepared with a view of optimum exploitation of deposit by systematic quarrying with proper bench dimensions and safety measures, to enable the

Granite deposit on a long run with consistent Granite to waste ratio, with a view to maintain uniform cost of quarrying, profit margin, conservation and proper dumping of waste/rejects with minimum damage to the environment and society.

M/s. P.R.P. Exports is a Partnership firm, the partnership was executed on 28.04.2005 and the Reconstituted partnership deed has executed on 01.04.2017 with the four partners under the Indian Partnership act 1932. The details of partners are given table below.

Table -1

S.No. Name Address Designation

No.379 & 380, Thiru. P. Palanichamy, 1. Sarveshwarar Kovil Street, Partner S/o. Pinna Thevar. Anna Nagar, Madurai- 625 020. Thiru. P. Senthi Kumar, 2. Do Partner S/o. P. Palanichamy. Thiru. P. Suresh Kumar, 3. Do Partner S/o. P. Palanichamy. Thiru. A. Maharajan, Plot No. 287, First east cross street, 4. Partner S/o. K. Amaresan Anna Nagar, Madurai- 625 020.

Thiru. P. Suresh Kumar is an authorized person for signing all the documents related to the company (Refer Annexure No. XI to XIII).

The lessee has an experience for more than one decade in safe and systematic quarrying and export of granite blocks.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 1.1 Particulars of Approval of Mining Plan and Date of Commencement of Mining Operation: The quarry lease was granted vide G.O.(3D) No.96 Industries (MMB-II) Department Dated 27.11.2008 for a period of twenty years (Please refer Annexure- I). The lease deed was executed on 17.12.2008 and the lease period is valid upto 16.12.2028 (Please refer Annexure No. VIII). The quarry operation has commenced on 22.12.2008. The mining plan was prepared in respect of Multi-coloured Granite quarry and the same was approved by the State Geology and Mining Department, Guindy, Chennai vide letter No. 1383/MM2/2007 dated 29.10.2008 (Please refer Annexure No. IX). The first Scheme of Quarrying was prepared and submitted for the period of three years (2015-16 to 2017-18) only, due to first two years (2013-14 to 2014-15) of the scheme period already lapsed at the time of preparation. Hence, this second Scheme of quarrying is now prepared to submission for obtain approval for the period of 2018-19 to 2022-23 (five years).

1.2 Details of lease particulars are given as under: Table - 2 Extent Date of Lease S.No. G.O. No. valid upto (Hects) Execution Period G.O.(3D) No. 96 1. 1.95.0 17.12.2008 20 Years 16.12.2028 Dated 27.11.2008

1.3 Proposed and actual Production particulars from the commencement of quarry operations are given below: Table - 3 Proposed Achieved Production Production

Year 3 3 Period ROM (m ) @ 20% (m ) (m3) 2008 – 09 250 50 Development work 2009 – 10 250 50 Development work 2010 – 11 250 50 25.176 Mining Plan 2011 – 12 250 50 Nil 2012 – 13 250 50 Nil 2013 – 14 Nil Lapsed Period 2014 – 15 Nil 2015 – 16 8,250 1,650 Nil 1st Scheme 2016 – 17 7,850 1,570 Nil Period Nil 2017 – 18 9,045 1,809 (Upto – 14.11.2017) Total 26,395 5,279 25.176

Recovery anticipated 20%, but recovery achieved around 1% due to weathered joints and fractures of the top layer. 2

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 1.4. REVIEW OF PREVIOUS SCHEME: 1.4.1 Name of the Quarry : Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry Name of Lessee : M/s. P.R.P. Exports, Address : Therkkutheru Village, Melur Taluk Madurai District, State : Tamil Nadu – 625 122. Mobile no. : +91 94426-00285. Commencement of quarry operations : 22.12.2008.

1.4.2 REVIEW OF COMPLIANCE POSITION OF SALIENT FEATURES OF PREVIOUS SCHEME:

All the condition stipulated in the G.O and lease deed was fulfilled and maintained during the course of quarry operation.

1.5. REVIEW OF IMPORTANT CHAPTERS OF PREVIOUS SCHEME: 1.5.1 EXPLORATION: The Geological Survey of India has already carried out detailed mapping of the commercial granite deposits of Tamilnadu. There was no exploration proposed and carried out during the previous scheme period. The multi-coloured granite was clearly exposed on the surface and been in operation for the past 7 years. No explorations was proposed. Hence, discussing the exploration chapter is redundant. MINE DEVELOPMENT The quarry development was proposed in the previous scheme and actual production is given table below. The quarry development and production was proposed on the southwestern side and progressed towards northeast with total area of 5,029m2 x 6m(Depth). The production and development for the proposed three years of the previous scheme is as under.

PROPOSAL GIVEN THE PREVIOUS SCHEME: Table - 4 Proposed Achieved Year Production @ Topsoil Production ROM (m3) 20% (m3) (m3) (m3) 2013 – 14 Nil Lapsed Period 2014 – 15 Nil 2015 – 16 8,250 1,650 1650 Nil 2016 – 17 7,850 1,570 1570 Nil 2017 – 18 9,045 1,809 1809 Nil (Upto – 14.11.2017) Total 25,145 5,029 5029 Nil

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry Recovery anticipated 20%, but recovery achieved around 1% due to weathered

joints and fractures of the top layer.

The Multi-coloured granite recovery percentage has been reduced in surface level but in deep seated conditions it may enhance the recovery upto 20% from the R.O.M. due to following reasons.

1. During the previous scheme period the lessee has deployed drilling and blasting

method of mining. There will be more chance to generate defects like cracks,

fractures, etc., during drilling and blasting time. At present the new innovative

machineries like diamond wire saw cutting method has been adopted for

quarrying operation. The diamond wire saw cutting does not produce any

vibration during cutting of the granite dimensional stone from the parent rock

mass and there is no chance to generate such defects are cracks, fractures, etc.,.

Hence, the diamond wire saw cutting method has given an additional recovery of

granite than the previous method of mining.

2. The geological factors are more importance for recovery of granite dimensional

stone quarries. Due to geological factors like structure, texture, colour, Mineral

content, etc., has decided to recovery percentage. In the surface level of the

granite body contain more joints and cracks, this type of materials are did not

movable in the market. The lessee had developed the top layers and find out a

potential area for removing Multi-coloured Granite. At present depth there are no

patches, joints, cracks and any contamination of the granite formation of this

quarry is observed. Also texture and colour of the formation is very market

demanded in now a day. These textural features can be found only after removed

the top layer. The lessee invested a huge amount and carried out continuously

the developing work to find out the potential area for economical quarrying.

Hence, the above projection we have considered an average recovery of 20% during the present scheme period, it may enhance.

In the interest of Quarrying, the lessee worked out continuously and tried his maximum effort to market. The lessee was keen in carrying out the Quarrying operations in a scientific and systematic manner to win the Multi-coloured Granite in all possible means. 4

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry REVIEW OF MINING DEVELOPMENT: During the previous scheme period the quarry development and production was proposed on the southwestern side and progressed towards northeast with total area of

5,029m2 x 6m(Depth) but, the lessee had not carried out any production activity during the past 5 years due to market tediousness for this type of multicoloured granite dimensional stone and financial crises to the company. At present market raised for this multi-coloured granite dimensional stone, hence the lessee seeking a new proposal during the present scheme period. The maximum dimension of the present quarry pit is 96m(L)x 86m(W)x

7m(D) (Please refer Plate No. III).

The lessee has much conservation of the granite and invested a huge amount and his resources to win the Multi-coloured granite from the lease area. Anyhow, the lessee has carried out all possible ways and best efforts to develop and exploit the granite continuously.

1.6. AFFORESTATION PROGRAMME: Program of Afforestation as given in the previous scheme period is given as under.

Proposal as given in the previous scheme:

The safety zone along the southwestern side boundary barrier has been proposed and utilized for afforestation purpose.

Table - 5 No. of Trees No. of trees Name of the Survival Year proposed to expected to species rate % be planted be grown 2013 – 14 Lapsed period 2014 – 15 2015 – 16 10 Neem 80% 8 2016 – 17 10 Neem 80% 8 2017 – 18 10 Neem 80% 8

Careful measures will be taken to survive these plantation at 80% survival rate nearly 250m2 area is proposed to be used under afforestation by planting 10 Nos. of Neem trees during every year and by growing 8 Nos. of trees at a survival rate of 80%. The afforestation program carried out during the previous scheme period is affected by the failure of monsoon and water scarcity. Anyhow, the lessee ensures to compensate the afforestation during present scheme period. 5

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 1.7. LAND RECLAMATION AND REHABILITATION: Due to nature of occurrence of the granite body in this quarry is beyond the workable limits. During the previous scheme period only 21m depth has been envisaged as workable depth for safe and economic quarrying and quarried out waste (25,145m3) (Mineral Reject 20,116m3 + Topsoil 5,029m3) has proposed to dump on the Southeastern side with an area of 5,029m2 x 6m(h). Dumps are properly terraced systematically by multilevel dumping. The quarry is an active hence, immediate backfilling does not arise. When the quarry reaches its ultimate pit limit or at the end of life of quarry, quarried out waste will be backfilled. The quarried out topsoil will be spread out all along the safety barrier and utilized for afforestation purpose. During this scheme period 37m depth has been considered as economically safe and systematic quarrying. At present the quarry attained a maximum depth of 7m from the ground level and the quarry has not reached ultimate pit limit, hence backfilling program has not been commenced during this scheme period. Dumps are properly terraced systematically by multi-level dumping.

1.8. CONTROL OF DUST, NOISE AND VIBRATION: The quarry operations carried out by mechanized means and HEMM were deployed occasionally. Hence, the effects due to dust, noise and vibration were minimal. Anyhow the

Ambient quality of Air respect of dust concentration, respirable dust, SO2, NO2 were tested periodically for every season around 1km radius for core and buffer zones as per the guidance of TNPCB. The dust prone areas of the Mine are Blasting site, Loading, Hauling and dumping. All such areas were closely monitored as per the guidelines.

NOISE: The ambient Noise Level ranges must be <80dB. As the compressors are, keep at high levels the impact of noise to the workers is less. Expanding Chemical is used for cracking the rough blocks and therefore noise of blasting is negligible.

VIBRATION: Blasting induced ground vibration is the only source of vibration in quarrying area. Since chemicals @ 1kg for 3 feet is used for 8 hours retention time for cracking the solid rock along the line of drilling. Vibration is observed in this quarry is minimal.

1.9. SIGNIFICANT FEATURES: Being the lessee who is much concerned above the environment, the company closely monitored the environmental factors systematically without degrading the land, water and air. However, tests have to be carried out to show the actual performance of quarry on environmental issues which will be complied in the present scheme period. 6

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry

PART - I

2.0 PROPOSAL UNDER SCHEME OF MINING FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS:

2.1 NAME OF THE LESSEE WITH ADDRESS Name of the Quarry : Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry Name of Lessee : M/s. P.R.P. Exports,

Address : Therkkutheru Village,

Melur Taluk

Madurai District,

State : Tamil Nadu – 625 122.

Mobile no. : +91 94426-00285. Telephone : +91 452-2420345, 2420346, 2420347. E-mail ID : [email protected] Website : www.prpexports.com Aadhaar No. : 2292-3706-8424 (Authorized person Refer annexure- XIII)

2.2 NAME, ADDRESS AND REGISTRATION NUMBER OF THE QUALIFIED PERSON WHO PREPARED THE MINING PLAN

Name : Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Qualified Person Address : M/s. Geo Exploration and Mining Solutions, Old No.260-B, New No.17, Advaitha Ashram Road, Alagapuram, Salem – 636 004. Cell : +91 94422 78601, 94433 56539. Telephone : +91 427 2431989 (Office). E-mail id : [email protected], [email protected], (Please refer Annexure No. XIV & XV)

2.3 DETAILS OF LEASE PARTICULARS ARE GIVEN AS UNDER Table - 6 Extent Date of Lease S.No. GO. No. valid upto (Hects) Execution Period G.O.(3D) No. 96 1. 1.95.0 17.12.2008 20 Years 16.12.2028 Dated 27.11.2008

The quarry Lease was granted vide G.O.(3D) No. 96 Industries (MMB-II) Department Dated 27.11.2008 for a period of twenty years. The lease deed was executed on 17.12.2008 and the lease period is valid upto 16.12.2028. 7

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 2.4 DETAILS OF THE AREA a. The area is marked in the Geological Survey of India, Topo sheet No. 58- J/06. b. The details of the land covered by the area is given below. c. There is no change in the extent as mentioned in the approved mining plan.

Table - 7

Area in Patta District Taluk Village S.F.Nos. Classification Ha. No.

Patta Land, the 123/4 0.83.5 113 company has obtained consent

Karur Kulithalai Naganur from the 134/1 1.11.5 1202 pattadar. (Refer Annexure

Total 1.95.0 No. IV to VII).

The area lies between the Latitudes of 10°44’21.76”N to 10°44’27.50”N and Longitudes of 78o23’59.04”E to 78o24’10.13”E in WGS Datum-1984 (Refer Plate No. I & IA).

3.0 EXPLORATION AND RESERVES

PHYSIOGRAPHY The area is situated in flat terrain. The gradient is gentle towards Northwest and altitude of the area is 144m above from MSL. Multi-coloured granite is covered with 1m thickness of yellowish gravelly soil. The area receives rainfall 620 - 745mm /annum and the ground water occurs at a depth of 53m in summer and 48m at rainy season. The main plants of Neem, Pongamia pinnata, Cocos nucifera, Calotropis, Julia flora and thorny bushes and crops like paddy, maize, Groundnut and sugar cane are seen in and around the area. The

Multi-coloured granite is medium to coarse grained with quartz, Orthoclase and Plagioclase feldspar are the primary constituents, Hornblende, Biotite and other mafic minerals are accessories.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry

TOPOGRAPHICAL VIEW OF THE NAGANUR MULTI-COLOURED GRANITE QUARRY LEASE AREA

Boundary Pillar Stock Yard

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry REGIONAL GEOLOGY: This area forms a part of peninsular gneiss the most wide spread group of rocks in many parts of Tamil Nadu. The southern domain of Tamilnadu is characterized by the khondalite group of rocks (with subordinate amounts of Charnockite) and marked by the absence of BMQ and dolerite dyke systems. The most common verities of granite are pink, grey and Multi-coloured ones. In the granites feldspar forms about 50%, quartz a little less and the rest accounted for by amphiboles and pyroxenes. This type occurs in the form of large massive bodies (Batholiths, laccoliths) spreading over hundreds of square kilometers exhibiting variation in colour and texture. Other types occur as lenses and bands within the gneisses and other metamorphic rocks. In these cases, the molten magma of granite has been emplaced into the earlier rocks as narrow, small bodies and partly interacting.

Anorthosites, syenites and porphyries and like that generally considered along with the

Multi-coloured granites. In these rocks quartz is nearly absent when hornblende or biotite abundant, the rock may be dark green or almost black.

GEOLOGY OF THE AREA: The rock formation is popularly known as Garnetiferrous Quartzo Feldspathick gneiss essentially made up of a supra crustal assemblages of quartz, Orthoclase feldspar are the major constituents and Garnet, Hornblende, Biotite and other mafic minerals are accessories, closely inter banded with Garnetiferrous Quartzo Feldspathick gneiss, occurring within a vast area of Hornblend gneiss. Hornblend gneiss is the country rock and the Multi- colour granite (Garnetiferrous Quartzo Feldspathick gneiss) is intruded between the batholithic formation of Hornblend gneiss. The multi coloured granite is covered within the entire lease area.

The rock type is leucocratic euhedral, medium to coarse grained, equigranular and well developed gneissic banding of alternate layers of dark and light mineral is the specialty of this area which denotes the indicative of flow pattern of the rock mass in this N50oE- S50oW (i.e., the cutting direction of the Multi-coloured granite). Some slender pegmatite veins are intruded in a crisscross fashion which is likely to be reduced at deeper levels.

The multi coloured granite is mostly concealed under yellowish gravelly soil. The top soil is found to occur over the area with an average thickness of 1m and followed by fresh granite mass. Strike and dip joints observed at the surface level which is decrease in deep seated condition. 10

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry The General Geological sequence of the rocks in the area is:-

STRUCTURAL SETTINGS OF KARUR:

The general geological sequence of the rock types in the lease area is:-

Order of super position:-

AGE ROCK TYPE Pleistocene to Recent - soil ------Unconformity------Pegmatites,

Late Archaean to Proterozoic Garnetiferrous Quartzo Feldspathick gneiss

Peninsular Gneissic Complex-II.

Late Archaean - Charnockite,

Archaean Khondalite, Quartzite, Crystalline Limestone

Hornblende Gneiss

The granite gneiss is pale grey to white in color, with well-defined gneissosity are traced. Obviously the pink color is the result of permeation of quartzo-feldspathic material

(K-metasomatism) into granite gneiss.

The Physical attitude of the Multi-coloured Granite deposit of this area is given below:-

Strike Direction - N50oE- S50oW

Dip amount and direction - SE50o.

3.1 DETAILS OF EXPLORATION 3.1.1. ALREADY CARRIED OUT As far as Multi-coloured granite deposits are concerned, the only practical method is the systematic geological mapping and delineation of commercial Multi-coloured granite bodies within the field and careful evaluation of body luster, physical properties, engineering properties, commercial aspects etc.

Such an exploration study has already been conducted in this area by the Geological

Survey of India (GSI) in the year 1966 and Department of Geology and Mining of Tamilnadu in year 1992 to 1993.

Based on the valuable geological information and the quarry have already attained a depth of 7m below from the ground level. The estimation of geological resources, mineable reserve is arrived at considering to waste and market potentiality.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 3.1.2. PROPOSED STUDY TO BE CARRIED OUT Even though the depth persistence of the Multi-coloured granite stone may be beyond 37m depth (1m topsoil + 36m Multi-coloured granite) from the Petrogenetic character of the rock 37m depth has been envisaged as economically workable depth. The recovery of saleable Multi-coloured granite stones has been taken as 20% and if the recovery percentage is good, it may enhance. If there is any considerable increase or decrease in the recovery factor a modified Scheme of Quarrying will be prepared and submitted to relevant authorities for subsequent clearance and approval. No definite programs for future exploration have been drawn. The quarrying activities for the proposed scheme period with deep cut as envisaged in the scheme of quarrying may render additional data as may be required for future planning.

3.2 METHOD OF ESTIMATION OF RESERVES The geological plan demarcating the commercially viable granite body has been prepared in 1:1000 scale (Plate No. IV). Totally three sections have been drawn, two along the strike direction as (A-B and C-D) width wise and another section drawn perpendicular to strike as (X-Y) length wise which is suitably chosen to cover the maximum area, in the scale of Horizontal 1:1000 & Vert 1: 500 respectively (Plate No. IV). The cross sectional area for the proved depth persistence of 37m has been worked out for each section. The cross sectional area multiplied by its length of influence on the longer axis gives the volume (insitu) in the cross sectional area. The sum total of the insitu reserves available within the individual cross sectional area gives the Geological Resources of the lease area. The granite recovery percentage has been considered upto 20% during the present scheme period. From the total Geological insitu Resources, the quantity of saleable granite stones and quantity of granite rejects and waste generation are computed by applying recovery factor at 20% by its volume. As the salable Multi-coloured granite stone are in terms of cubic meters (Volume) only and not in terms of tonnage as in the case of major industrial mineral, the geological resources, mineable reserves and quantum of waste generated etc, are given only in terms of cubic meters. The details of estimation of geological resources and mineable reserves with reference to the geological plan & cross section and Conceptual Plan & Section as shown in (Plate No.IV & IX). Both geological resources and mineable reserves are categorized as proved under UNFC code 111. 12

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 3.3 GEOLOGICAL RESOURCES (REASSESSED ON 14.11.2017) Maximum Length = 210m Maximum Width = 106m Maximum Depth = 37m Table – 8 Granite Recoverable Length Width Depth ROM Waste @ Topsoil Section Bench reserves @ (m) (m) (m) (m3) 80% (m3) 20% (m3) (m3)

i 92 85 1 - - - 7820

ii 92 85 1 7820 1564 6256 -

ii 139 85 5 59075 11815 47260 -

iii 139 106 6 88404 17681 70723 - XY-AB iv 139 106 6 88404 17681 70723 -

v 139 106 6 88404 17681 70723 -

vi 139 106 6 88404 17681 70723 -

vii 139 106 6 88404 17681 70723 -

Total 508915 101784 407131 7820

i 71 83 1 - - - 5893

ii 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

iii 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

XY-CD iv 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

v 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

vi 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

vii 71 83 6 35358 7072 28286 -

Total 212148 42432 169716 5893

Grand Total 721063 144216 576847 13713

Total Geological Resources in ROM = 7,21,063m3 Total Recoverable Reserves @ 20% = 1,44,216m3 Granite Waste @ 80% = 5,76,847m3 Topsoil = 13,713m3 Granite: Waste ratio = 1:4

The Geological resources computed based on the geological cross sections up to the economically workable depth of 37m depth below from the ground profile at the rate of 20% recovery yields 1,44,216m3 and 7,21,063m3 of ROM. The total geological resources are computed as 37m depth for economically viable at present market scenario. 13

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 3.4 MINEABLE RESERVES (REASSESSED ON 14.11.2017): Maximum Length = 182m Maximum Width = 85m Maximum Depth = 37m Table – 9 Granite Recoverable Length Width Depth ROM Waste @ Topsoil Section Bench reserves @ (m) (m) (m) (m3) 80% (m3) 20% (m3) (m3)

i 76 85 1 - - - 6460

ii 74 85 1 6290 1258 5032 -

ii 120 62 5 37200 7440 29760 -

iii 111 70 6 46620 9324 37296 - XY-AB iv 94 57 6 32148 6430 25718 -

v 76 44 6 20064 4013 16051 -

vi 58 30 6 10440 2088 8352 -

vii 40 17 6 4080 816 3264 -

Total 156842 31369 125473 6460

i 60 62 1 - - - 3720

ii 58 59 6 20532 4106 16426 -

XY-CD iii 48 45 6 12960 2592 10368 -

iv 32 31 6 5952 1190 4762 -

v 17 17 6 1734 347 1387 -

Total 41178 8235 32943 3720

Grand Total 198020 39604 158416 10180

Total Mineable Reserves ROM = 1,98,020m3 Total Recoverable Reserves @ 20% = 39,604m3 Granite Waste @ 80% = 1,58,416m3 Topsoil = 10,180m3 Granite: Waste ratio = 1:4

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry Mineable reserves have been computed as 39,904m3 at the rate of 20% recovery and 1,98,020m3 of ROM. The mineable reserves are calculated by deducting the mineral locked up area under safety distance and bench loss. Hence the remaining area is taken for calculation of mineable reserves upto 37m depth (Refer plate No.IV). The Multi-coloured Granite body occurring in this area exhibits more or less uniform colour and texture. If any variation occurs during quarrying, such as cracks, joints, patches, colour variations etc, the defective area will be removed. The formation is uniform and no gradational change is noticed except some shears and cracks.

4.0 CONCEPUTAL MINING PLAN: (REASSESSED)

Conceptual mining plan is prepared with an object of long-term systematic development of benches, lay outs, selection of permanent ultimate pit limit, depth of quarrying and ultimate pit, selection of sites for construction of infrastructure etc. The ultimate pit size is designed based on certain practical parameters such as economical depth of quarrying, safety zones, permissible area etc. The ultimate pit dimensions of the quarry are given below. Table - 10 Dimension in meters (Maximum)

Length Width Depth

183 86 37

However, during extraction of blocks each bench will be of 6mts height & width, vertical slope for proper dimensional cutting (Refer Plate No. IX). The quantum of excavation is estimated to be 2,08,200m3 (ROM 1,98,020m3 + Topsoil 10,180m3) to a depth of 37m from the ground level. The generation of waste is estimated about 1,58,416m3 and marketable

Multi-coloured Granite as 39,604m3.

During this scheme period excavated waste (80,556m3) will be proposed to dump on the southeastern side with dimension of 82m x 45m x 21.83m(h), which will act as temporary waste dump. Dumps are properly terraced systematically by multi level dumping. When the quarry reaches its ultimate pit limit or at the end of life quarry, quarried out waste will be backfilled and commercial plantation will be carried out in the backfilled area. Quarried out topsoil will be preserved all along the safety barrier and utilized for construction of bund and afforestation purpose.

An earth bund will be formed also fenced with barbed wire around the quarry to prevent inadvertent entry of public and cattle (Refer Plate No. IX). 15

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry

5.0 MINING No change in the method of mining. The same open cast mechanized mining with 6 mtr vertical bench with a bench width of 6 mtr has been followed.

Under the regulation 106 (2) (b) of the Metallurgical Mines Regulation 1961, in all open cast mining, the bench height should not exceed 5 mtr and bench width should not be less than bench height. The slope of the bench should not exceed 60˚ from horizontal.

But as far as the quarrying of granite dimensional stones are concerned, observance of the provisions of Regulation 106(2) (b) as above is seldom possible due to various inherent petro genetic & mining difficulties. Hence, it is proposed to obtain relaxation to the provisions of the above regulation from the Director of Mines Safety, Chennai for which necessary provision is available with the Regulation 106 (2) (a) and (b).

The production of Multi-coloured Granite dimensional stone in this quarry involves the following method typical for granite stone mining in contrast to other major mineral mining.

Splitting of rock mass of considerable volume from the parent rock formation by carefully removed by avoiding any visibly seen defects such as cracks, patches veins, etc., adopting the method of diamond wire cutting along the horizontal as well as two vertical sides of the front face of the formation.

This liberation of huge volume of granite body from the parent rock is called “primary cutting”. This huge portion is further split into several blocks of desirable dimensions.

The blocks thus splitted are removed from the pit to the dressing yard, by using Terric crane, for further fine dressing.

Removing the defective portion and dressing into the dimensional blocks are done manually using feather, wedges, and chiseling respectively by the experienced skilled labours.

The defect free, dimensional stone of different sizes is marketed in domestic and international market by the well experienced marketing personnel of the lessee.

The waste material generated during quarrying activity includes rock fragments of different sizes and waste chips during dressing of the blocks.

The waste materials are taken in tippers by loading machines and dumped in the respective places ear-marked for the purpose. The excavated top soil will be spread all along the safety barrier and utilized for construction of bund and afforestation. (Plate. No. VI).

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 5.1 YEAR WISE DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS:

Maximum Length = 173m Maximum Width = 85m Maximum Depth = 13m Table -11 Granite Recoverable Length Width Depth ROM Waste @ Topsoil Year Section Bench reserves @ (m) (m) (m) (m3) 80% (m3) 20% (m3) (m3) i 61 46 1 - - - 2806 XY-CD ii 58 42 6 14616 2923 11693 - 2018-19 iii 33 28 6 5544 1109 4435 - Total 20160 4032 16128 2806 i 28 85 1 - - - 2380 XY-AB ii 29 85 1 2465 493 1972 - 2019-20 ii 57 62 5 17670 3534 14136 - Total 20135 4027 16108 2380 i 38 85 1 - - - 3230 XY-AB ii 36 85 1 3060 612 2448 - 2020-21 ii 55 62 5 17050 3410 13640 - Total 20110 4022 16088 3230 XY-CD iii 55 61 6 20130 4026 16104 - 2021-22 Total 20130 4026 16104 - XY-AB iii 48 70 6 20160 4032 16128 - 2022-23 Total 20160 4032 16128 - Grand Total 100695 20139 80556 8416

Total Proposed ROM = 1,00,695m3 Total Recoverable Reserves @ 20% = 20,139m3 Granite Waste @ 80% = 80,556m3 Topsoil = 8,416m3 Granite: Waste ratio = 1:4

Estimated Life of the quarry (Reassessed) Mineable ROM = 1,98,020m3 Mineable Recoverable Reserves @ 20% = 39,604m3 Average production per year @ 20% = 20,139m3/ 5years = 4,028m3 Estimated Life of the Quarry = 39,604/ 4,028 = 10 years The proposed year wise quantum of excavation and the details of estimation of production quantity and generation of waste are furnished with reference to year wise development and production plan (Plate No. V and VA).

The Quarrying block is shown in such a way to meet out the average annual production. The average annual production per year would be 4,028m3 and 20,139m3 during this scheme period considering at the rate of 20% recovery. More details of the year wise production parameter are explained with bench length, width and height in Plate No. V and VA.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 5.2 PROPOSED RATE OF PRODUCTION WHEN THE QUARRY IS FULLY DEVELOPED The proposed rate of production where the quarry is fully developed is 4,028m3 per annum at the rate of 20% recovery. The production schedule for this scheme period are drawn mainly in consideration of reserves position, market demand, men, machinery development and the cost of production.

5.3 MINEABLE RESERVES AND ANTICIPATED LIFE OF QUARRY The Multi-coloured granites are deep seated in nature and the depth persistence of the Multi-coloured Granite will be beyond the economically workable depth. The method of extraction of dimensional stone from rock mass is highly expensive at greater depth. An optimum depth of 37m has been established as economically viable depth for the safe and scientific quarrying. The Mineable Reserves are calculated by excluding the quarry loss due to formation of benches with suitable height & width, ultimate depth of quarry, the Mineral Reserve held up within the safety distances all along the lease boundary. The Mineable Reserves @ 20% for this Multi-coloured Granite quarry is thus arrived as 39,604m3 and ROM 1,98,020m3 for an assumed depth of 37m from the ground level. The average production of Multi-coloured Granite from this quarry is 4,028m3 per year and Mineable recoverable reserves 39,604m3 considering at the rate of 20% recovery for the entire life of the quarry. Based on the above, and taking into consideration of the available Mineable reserves, the life of quarry will be about 10 years (considering all the safety factors) at 20% recovery, if the quarry is being worked continuously with an average annual production of 4,028m3. This calculation is based on the plan approved by Director of Mines Safety leaving Benches and Safety barriers. If the annual production increases considerably and consistently a modified scheme of quarrying will be prepared under Granite Conservation and Development Rules-1999 the same will be submitted to the relevant authorities for subsequent clearance and approval.

5.4 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION The following machineries are utilized for the development and production work at this quarry. I. DRILLING MACHINE Table - 12 S.No. Type Nos Dia Hole mm Size Capacity Make Motive power 1 Jack hammer 6 32 1.2m to 6m Atlas Copco Compressed air 2 Compressor 2 - 450/150 psi Atlas Capco Diesel Drive 3 Hydraulic drilling machine 1 32 60hp Tamrock Diesel drive 4 Diamond Wire saw 2 - 10m3/day Optima Diesel Generator 5 Diesel Generator 1 - 125kva Kirloskar Diesel

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry II. LOADING EQUIPMENT Table - 13 S.No. Type Nos Capacity Make Motive Power 1 Excavator 1 300 Tata Hitachi Diesel Drive 2 Crawler Crane 1 855 Tata P&H Diesel Drive

III. HAULAGE WITHIN THE MINE & TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT a) Table - 14 S.No. Type Nos Capacity Make Motive Power 1 Tippers 2 20 tons Tata Diesel Drive b) Transport from the quarry head to destination Transport from quarry head to desired destination is done by trucks or by tailors. c). Miscellaneous: Apart from the above, the following tools and tackles are required for quarry operation.

A. For operation The operation of granite quarry requires the following loose tools material and have to be kept sufficiently in stock for non - interruption of the quarry work. 1. Drill rods - 0.3m ,0.4m , 0.5 m ,0.6m , 0.75m ,1.65m, 2.25m, 3m & 3.6m. 2. Steel Alloy chains of sufficient length of 12mm, 16mm, 18mm, etc., sizes. 3.’D’ shackles to link the chain lengths. 4. Rubber hose of required length. 5. Hose clamps to link the compressor delivery hoses. 6. Feather and wedges of 6” and 12” dia sizes utilize for splitting the block from the mother rock. This is an important tool in the operation of a quarry. 7. Crow bars. 8. Spades. 9. Sludge Hammer 10. Iron Pans 11. Pitcher Hammer 12. Chisels. 13. Consumables, such as diesel, Hydraulic oil, grease, abrasive wheels, welding machines etc. 14. Stock of essential spare parts of machinery. 15. Explosive as per the licensed quantity ‘M’ type portable explosive Magazine with accessories. Besides diamond wire saw equipment and new innovative machine specifically designed for granite with accessories are required to liberate the rock from to parent body rapidly to minimize damage and to obtain good recovery. Splitting the sheet rock by Diamond wire sawing which increases substantial recovery potential. Hence it is proposed to follow “Diamond wire saw cutting” for best recovery. The above machineries are adequate to meet out the simultaneous development and production schedule drawn out in this scheme of quarrying.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 6.0 BLASTING a. Broad Blasting Parameters: In general for granite quarrying primary (deep hole drill) blasting is not practiced, only secondary blasting is practiced coupled with jackhammer drilling (30-35mm dia). These blasting are carried out for splitting the blocks from parent sheet mass. The granite industry needs blocks for about 3m x 2m x 2m for International buyers hence small blocks blasting pattern is not followed. The blasting pattern depends upon the texture of the rocks in the case of granite quarrying which in-turn depends upon the bedding plane, presence of fractures, fissures and cracks hence it is difficult to decide the definite particular pattern of holes in each blast. Now-a-days Diamond wire saws are used for splitting the blocks from parent sheet mass. It is a new innovative Eco-friendly splitting technique without involving blasting. This is increase the recovery percentage of granite blocks and reduced from induce fissures due to blasting. Hence, it is difficult to pronounce a definite pattern of holes with regard to spacing, burden and depth. Hence, only blasting is deployed for secondary fragmentation for handling the wastes and not for production.

b. Type and use of explosives In granite quarries, only heaving effect is required and not the shattering effect. The aim is to recovery as large a block as possible. Hence only low intense explosives like D-Cord and Gelatin sticks are used. In granite quarrying it is very difficult to prescribe the charge/ hole as it depends upon the various factors like type of rock, texture, planes of weakness, required size of block, etc.

c) Storage of explosives: Authorized explosive dealers supply the explosive at site as per the day’s requirement. Hence question of storage of explosives does not arise at present. However, the lessee has been advised to install one portable magazine of ‘M’ type at the earliest possible opportunity. Splitting within the sheet rock is affected by diamond wire sawing which increases substantial recovery potential. Hence it is proposed to follow diamond wire saw cutting for better recovery of granite dimensional stone. During future development of quarrying, removal of over burden will be done by blasting with explosives in small dia holes drilled by Jackhammer. The explosive that will be used are D-Cord and Gelatin sticks that are indicated below. D Cord - 5mg Gelatin Sticks.

7.0 MINE DRAINAGE The water table in this area in 53mts as observed in nearby Bore wells. Quarry operation confined to 37m from the ground level, which is well above the water table. If water is encountered at due to rain water seepage, the same will be drained out by 5HP motor pumps and the drained out water will be utilized for afforestation and excess water will be disposed in nearby water body after treated as per CPCB standards. 20

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry

8.0 STACKING OF MINERAL WASTE AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE a) Topsoil: There is 8,416m3 of topsoil will be generated during this scheme period, the same will be preserved all along the safety barrier and utilized for construction of bund and afforestation purpose.

b) Granite waste and Land choosen for disposal of waste: The total waste to be produced during this scheme period is around 80,556m3, the same will be proposed to temporarily dump on the southeastern side with dimensions of 82m x 45m x 21.83m(H).

c) Manner of disposal of waste: As and when there is accumulation of waste, the same is loaded into the tipper by loading machines and dumped in the respective places ear-marked for the purpose.

The waste management plan with reference to the quantum of waste generated is shown in Quarry layout and Afforestation plan (Plate No.VI).

9.0 USE OF THE GRANITE STONE The quarried Multi-coloured granite blocks are exported as rough blocks and processed as value added products such as slabs, tiles, fancy items, Monuments, precision surface plates for construction and engineering applications.

The export market for Multi-coloured granite blocks is European Country, North

America, Middle East, Far East, Japan, Taiwan and Canada besides catering domestic market.

10.0 QUALITY CONTROL The excavated blocks are carefully examined for any natural defects such as joints, cracks, xenoliths growth etc and such defects is removed manually using feather and wedges and the blocks are then shaped into perfect rectangular dimensional stone blocks by chiseling.

Different price for each quality material have been fixed and the entire production quantity is marketed accordingly.

11.0 SURFACE TRANSPORT The mode of transport of the granite blocks produced and marketed by road to various customer destinations and granite processing units located at different parts of the country.

The Granite blocks approved for export market are shipped from Tuticorin Harbor to various countries and if required the blocks may be shifted to Chennai Harbor which depend upon the exporter’s destination from time to time. 21

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 12.0 SITE SERVICES The simple methods adopted and the limited scale of activities involved in granite dimensional stone quarrying does not require high tension electric power supply or huge workshop facilities. The quarry operation is restricted to one general shift during day time only. Machinery repair works are attended at Thogamalai (2km-SE) Minor repairs can be rectified at the quarry site itself by the company’s experienced personnel. Packaged drinking water is available from the water vendors in Thogamalai also ground water is potable without adverse any health effect can be transported to quarry site through tipper on tanker from nearby company’s bore well. Quarry office, First-Aid Room, Store Room, Rest shed, Toilet etc, will be provided on semi - permanent structures within the lease hold area (Plate No - V - VII).

13.0 EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL The following manpower is proposed for the Multi-coloured Granite quarry to look after and carryout the day-to-day quarrying activities, aimed at the proposed production target and also to comply with the statutory provisions of the Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961. 1. Mines manager (with valid statutory qualification) : 1 2. Mines foreman (with valid statutory qualification) : 1 3. Machinery operators (Certified) : 2 WORKERS: a. Skilled labour : 5 b. Semi-skilled : 18 c. Unskilled : 3 Total : 30 Allowing for 10% absenteeism, the no. of men of roll will be around 27. ORGANIZATION CHART

PARTNERS

ADMIN BLOCK MINE MANAGER PART-TIME MINING ENGINEER

MANAGER

OPERATORS BLASTER ASST. MANGER

DRILLERS HELPERS

CLERK CHISELMEN CLEANERS

The above manpower is adequate to meet out the production schedule and the machinery strength envisaged in the mining plan and to comply with the statutory provisions of the Mines Safety Regulations. 22

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 14.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 14.1 BASELINE INFORMATION The following observations are made for environmental management plan.

I. EXISTING LAND USE PATTERNS: The area is situated in flat terrain. The gradient is gentle towards Northwest and altitude of the area is 144m above from MSL. Multi-coloured granite is covered with 1m thickness of yellowish gravelly soil. The quarry lease area is dry barren land hence this area does not fit for any agricultural activities. Agricultural activities are carried out by utilizing well water (lift irrigation). The region experiences semi – humid climate and there is scanty growth of vegetation around the area (seasonal vegetation is mostly practiced).

Existing Land use pattern Table - 15 Present Area utilized in Description Area % (Ha.) Area under Quarry 0.44.2 22.7 Waste dump Nil - Infrastructure Nil - Roads 0.01.0 0.5 Green Belt Nil - Stocking Blocks 1.49.8 76.8 Grand Total 1.95.0 100

II. WATER REGIME: Ground water occurrence in this area is 53m depth below ground level. The quarry operation will be restricted to 37m depth below from the ground level for the entire life of quarry; hence the quarry operation will not be affected the ground water in any manner. There is no lake, stream, river or reservoir located within 50m radius.

III. FLORA AND FAUNA: The main crops are groundnut, paddy, maize and sugar cane and trees like Cocos nucifera, Neem, Pongamia pinnata, Calotropis, Prosopis Juliaflora and shrubs are seen around the area and faunas area Rat, squirrel, ants, cow, goat, rabbit faunas are found around the area. No plants of botanical interest or animals of zoological interest are recorded within 500m radius.

IV. CLIMATIC CONDITIONS: The prevailing climatic condition experienced in the quarry lease hold area is semi arid with maximum temperature up to 42°C in summer and it drops down to 24oC during winter seasons. The area receives 650 – 800mm rainfall per annum during both south west and north east monsoons. 23

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry V.HUMAN SETTLEMENT: There are few small hamlets are observed at 200m on the eastern side. There is no approved habitation/village located within 300m radius and there are few villages located within the 5km radius of lease area. The approximate distance, direction and population are given below. Table - 16 Approximate aerial distance Approximate S.No. Name of the Village & Direction from lease area population 1. Mettupatti 1km – NE 700 2. Kalugur Udayapatti 3km – North 1000 3. Kalugur 3km – NW 700 4. Magalipatti 4km – NW 400 5. Thogamalai 2km – SE 4000 6. Naganur 2km – West 600 7. Nadakapatti 4km – South 2500

Basic human welfare amenities such as health center, schools, communication facilities, commercial centers etc, are available in Thogamalai located at 2km on the southeastern side of the lease area.

VI. PUBLIC BUILDINGS, MONUMENTS AND PLACES OF WORSHIPS: There is no Public building, Archaeological or National Monument and Places of worship within 300 meter radius. Table – 17 Approximate aerial Particulars Location Distance in Km. Nearest Post Office Thogamalai 2 Nearest School Thogamalai 2 Nearest Dispensary Thogamalai 2 Nearest Police Station Thogamalai 2 Nearest govt. Hospital Thogamalai 2 Nearest Town Thogamalai 2 Nearest D.S.P. Office Karur 40 Nearest Railway Station Manapparai 16 Nearest Airport Trichy 35 Nearest Seaport Thoothukudi 220

VII. WEATHER THE AREA FALLS UNDER NOTIFIED AREA UNDER WATER ACT, 1974. The area falls under notified area under water Act, 1974.

14.2 ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT STATEMENT The scheme of quarrying is proposed very small production of granite dimensional stone without involving deep hole drilling and heavy blasting. Such limited quarrying activity is not likely to cause any impact adversely on environment as far as pollution of air, water and noise is concerned. 24

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry Table - 18 Salient Features at Prescribed S. Actual Distance and Direction from the Presently bounded the safety No. site quarry site distance Railways, Highways, Tank, None of these located within 50m radius. 1. Lake, Odai, Canal, Stream, 50m SH-71 situated at 300m eastern side of the River and Reservoir area. There is one cart track located in S.F.No. 134/2 on the southern side and Nilavial Patta Pathai is situated in S.F.No. 123/1B 2. Village Road 10m on the northern side. The company has provide a safety distance of 10m for the same. Except this no village road located within 10m radius. There are few small hamlets are observed at 200m on the eastern side. There is no 3. Habitation / Village 300m approved habitation/village located within 300m radius. North – 7.5m safety distance for Patta land and 10m for Nilavial Patta Pathai. 7.5m / 4. Adjacent Land Patta / Govt. East – Patta land 7.5m safety distance. 10m South - Govt. land and Cart track in S.F.Nos.134/2 10m safety zone. West – Govt. land 10m safety zone. Housing area, EB line (HT There is no Housing area, EB line (HT & LT 5. 50m & LT Line) Line) located within 50m radius. North – S.F.Nos. 122, 123/1A,1B,1C,2 and 123/3B. Boundaries of the 6. 7.5m East – S.F.Nos.124 and 126. permitted area South – S.F.No. 134/2. West – S.F.No. 120. There is Veeramalai Reserve forest located Reserve forest / protected at 3.3km on the southwestern side except area of Wild life sanctuary/ this there is no protected area of Wild life 7. 10Km ECO sensitive area/State or sanctuary / ECO sensitive area/ Critically National border polluted area/ State or National border situated within 10km radius.

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry The following quarries are located within 500m radius of this Multi-colour granite quarry lease applied area Table – 19 Extent S. Name of the Lease Survey Numbers in No. Applicant/Lessee period Hectare a. Existing Quarries 17.12.2008 1. M/s. PRP Exports, Madurai. S.F.Nos. 123/4 and 134/1 1.95.0 to 16.12.2028 27.01.2005 2. M/s. TAMIN, Chennai. S.F.No. 120 10.12.0 to 26.01.2025 17.12.2008 S.F.Nos. 149/3B(Part) and 3. M/s. PRP Exports, Madurai. 1.83.0 to 150(Part) 16.12.2028 21.09.2004 S.F.Nos. 160/2B,5A,5C and 4. M/s. G.V. Granites, Karur. 1.39.0 to 449/1B 20.09.2024 08.06.2005 S.F.Nos. 149/1B1,(P), 3A1(P), 5. M/s. PRP Exports, Madurai. 2.01.5 to 3B(P) and 150(P) 07.06.2025 06.07.2007 S.F.Nos. 148/1F2(P), 160/2A1, 6. Thiru. M. Singaram, Karur. 1.01.5 to 160/3 and 160/4 05.07.2027 25.12.2008 S.F.Nos. 135/1A, 136/1A and 7. Thiru. M. Gandhi, Theni. 2.93.0 to 136/2 24.12.2028 b. Abandoned Quarries 18.03.2006 Thiru. M. Gandhi, Theni. S.F.Nos. 123/2, 3B, 124/1,2,3, 1. 0.56.0 to (Rough Stone Quarry) 124/4E(P) 17.03.2011

c. Present Proposed Quarries

1. Nil - - -

d. Future Proposed Quarries

1. Nil - - -

Total Extent 21.81.0

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 14.3 PROPOSAL FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT The waste in the quarry includes rock fragments, rubbles generated as waste during production work. The total waste to be produced during this scheme period is around 80,556m3 the same will be proposed to dump on the southeastern side with dimension of 82m x 45m x 21.83m(h), which will act as temporary waste dump. Dumps are properly terraced systematically by multi level dumping. When the dump becomes inactive excavated topsoil will be spread out over and sides of the inactive, waste dump also tree sapling will be carried out for increasing the stability and to prevent erosion during rainy season. The waste management plan with reference to the quantum of waste generated is shown in quarry layout plan (Please refer Plate No.VI).

14.4 PROPOSAL FOR RECLAMATION OF LAND AFFECTED BY MINING ACTIVITIES DURING & AT THE END OF QUARRYING In the scheme of quarrying proposed depth of quarry is 37m has been envisaged as workable depth for safe & economic quarrying. The quarried out waste will be dumped systematically by multi-level dumping. When the quarry reaches its ultimate pit limit or at the end of life of quarry, quarried out waste will be backfilled and plantation will be carried out in the backfilled area. An earth bund will be formed around the quarry also fenced with barbed wire to prevent inadvertent entry of public and cattle (Refer Plate No. IX).

14.5 PHASED PROGRAMME OF PLANTING TREES The safety distance along the north and western side boundary has been identified to be utilized for subsequent Afforestation. Appropriate species of Neem, casuarina, pongamia pinnata, Tamarind, etc., trees will be proposed to plant in a phased manner during this scheme period and the proposal is described below. Table - 20 Area to No. of Trees Name No. of trees be Survival Year proposed to of the expected to covered rate % be planted species be grown in m2

2018-19 50 484 Neem, 80% 40 2019-20 50 484 Casuarinas, 80% 40 2020-21 50 484 pongamia 80% 40 pinnata, 2021-22 50 484 Tamarind, 80% 40 2022-23 50 484 etc., 80% 40

Careful measures will be taken to survive these plantations at 80% survival rate Nearly 2420m2 area proposed to be utilized for afforestation by planting 50 number of trees during every year and by growing 40 number of trees at a survival rate of 80%. The afforestation plan is shown in Plate No.VI. 27

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry 14.6 MEASURES FOR DUST SUPPRESSION: As the granite stones are quarried as undamaged dimensional stones without involving deep hole drilling and heavy blasting, fragmentation and generation of lumps, fines or dust is very limited. This quantum of quarrying activity will not cause the dust detrimental to the health of the persons employed. Nevertheless, water will be sprinkled for the suppression air borne dust from quarry approach roads, waste dumps on regular intervals using water tankers. Drilling of blast holes of 32mm dia will be always under wet conditions to prevent flying of dusts. In the unloading points, water will be sprinkled through tippers to suppress dust. The drillers are provided with respirators in accordance with the Mines Safety Regulations.

14.7 MEASURES TO MINIMIZE GROUND VIBRATION DUE TO BLASTING AND CHECK NOISE POLLUTION Shallow holes of 32 mm diameter will be drilled and conventional low explosives such as D-Cord, Gelatin sticks only will be used for removal of over burden. Hence, ground vibration and noise pollution will be minimal and restricted with the quarry workings. The blasting will be taken up at appointed timing and with sufficient caution to the public. The noise produced by diamond wire saw cutting will be negligible.

14.8 STABILIZATION AND VEGETATION OF DUMPS As the waste generation in the quarry includes hard rock fragments of considerable size and irregular shape with varying angularity, the waste dump will be stable on its own even at higher slopes of the sides. However, excavated topsoil will be spread out over and sides of the inactive waste dump also tree sapling will be carried out for increasing the stability and to prevent erosion during rainy season.

15.0 PROGRESSIVE QUARRY CLOSURE PLAN In the Multi-coloured Granite quarry operations proposed to a depth of 37m during the entire life of quarry, hence the ground water will not be disturbed in any manner. Afforestation will be carried out and maintained in the boundary barriers till the plants reach the stabilize level. Office room toilet store room will be well maintained. The sludge from the toilet will be periodically removed and the same will be used as manure for afforestation.

Sentries will be posted in the night to prevent the inadvertent entry of public and cattle.

Sufficient caution and sign boards will be kept in and around the quarry to induct public for awareness. Blasting will be carried out in a specific time after giving sufficient caution to the public, sentries will be posted on a 1km radius with whistle and flags during small amount of blasting (blasting is carried out only for secondary fragments and not to liberate the Granite body from the parent rock mass). 28

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry During the course of quarry operations generated waste will be proposed to dump on the southeastern side with dimension of 82m x 45m x 21.83m(h), which will act as temporary waste dump. Dumps are properly terraced systematically by multi-level dumping. When the quarry reaches the ultimate pit limit or at the end of life of quarry, quarried out waste will be backfilled and plantation will be carried out in the backfilled areas.

The quarried out land will be fenced with barbed wire also bund will be constructed around the quarry to prevent inadvertent entry of public and cattle. Garland drains with check dam will be constructed around the quarry to prevent the surface run off of the rain water.

Afforestation and Green belt development will be maintained in all the boundaries, till the trees attain the stabilize level.

Land use pattern Table - 21 Area to be Area at the Present required during end of life of Description Area the present quarry (Ha.) Scheme (ha) period(ha) Area under Quarry 0.44.2 0.57.6 1.24.7

Waste dump Nil 0.36.5 Backfilled

Infrastructure Nil 0.02.0 0.02.0

Roads 0.01.0 0.01.0 0.02.0

Green Belt Nil 0.24.2 0.43.2

Stocking Blocks 1.49.8 0.28.5 0.23.1

Grand Total 1.95.0 1.49.8 1.95.0

16.0 MINERAL CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT The Scheme of Quarrying proposed has fully covered the aspects of Granite

Conservation and development rules 1999, with a future plan to extend the proposed working of the quarry to the maximum possible workable depth of the deposit. Extreme care is taken to ensure proper supervision of quality control of the Granite dimensional stone aimed at the recovery of the maximum saleable quality and quantity of granite dimensional stones suitable for full utilization of the consumers. Care is been taken for each process just to safeguard the material quarried in an economical and efficient manner by adopting systematic and scientific quarrying with the consultation and supervision of well experienced quarry persons. 29

Scheme of Quarrying Naganur Multi-coloured Granite Quarry

17.0 STATUTORY PROVISIONS The provisions of the Mines Act, Rules and Regulations and orders made there under shall be complied with, so that the safety of the quarry, machinery and person will be ensured. Permission, relaxation or exemption wherever required for the safe and scientific quarrying of the deposit will be obtained from the Department of Mines Safety, Chennai. Any violation pointed out by the inspecting authorities shall be rectified as per the guidelines of the department.

Certified that this scheme of quarrying has been prepared in accordance with the Mines Act, Rules and Regulations and orders made there under and also in conformity with the provisions sub rule (13) of Rule 19A of Tamilnadu Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1959, Rule 12,13,16 of Granite Conservation and Development Rules, 1999 and Rule 15(I)(a) and (I)(b) of Minerals (Other than Atomic and Hydro Carbons Energy Minerals) Concession Rules, 2016.

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Dr. P. THANGARAJU, M.Sc., Ph.D., Qualified Person Place: Salem Date: 17.11.2017

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STRIKE & DIP

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~ PROPOSED BACK FILLING

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