Pre-Feasibility Report B2

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PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT Of B2- Category

Dhar Tatoh Quartzite & Shale Mining (4.88 ha)

Production -1,00,000 TPA

LOCATED AT

Project Proponent’s Name Gagal Cement Works, C/o M/s ACC Ltd. Project Location/ site: Village-Dhar Tatoh, District- Bilaspur Himachal Pradesh, PIN-174013.

Consultant

Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018 E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali (Punjab) 160071

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Contents LIST OF ANNEXURES ...... 6 CHAPTER 1: PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT ...... 7 1.0 Executive Summary...... 7 1.1 Salient features of the project ...... 7 1.2 Proposed Mining...... 9 1.3 Conclusion ...... 9 CHAPTER 2...... 10 2.0 Introduction of the project ...... 10 2.1 Identification of project and project proponent. In case of mining project, a copy of mining lease /letter of intent should be given...... 10 2.2 Brief Description of Nature of the Project ...... 10 2.3 Need for the Project and Its Importance to the Country or Region ...... 10 2.4 Demand Supply Gap...... 11 2.5 Import vs. Indigenous Production ...... 12 2.6 Export Possibility...... 12 2.7 Domestic/Export Markets ...... 12 2.8 Employment Generation (Direct and Indirect) due to the project ...... 12 CHAPTER 3 ...... 13 3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ...... 13 3.1 Type of project including interlinked and interdependent projects, if any: ...... 13 3.2 Location (map showing general location, specific location, and project boundary & project site layout) with coordinates: ...... 13 3.3 Details of Alternate Sites Considered and the Basis of Selecting the Proposed Site ...... 14 3.4 Size and Magnitude of Operation ...... 14 3.5 Project Description with Process Details (a schematic diagram/flow chart showing the project layout, component of the project etc. should be given) ...... 14 3.5.1 Physiography ...... 14

Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 1

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3.5.2Regional Geology ...... 15 3.5.3 Local Geology ...... 16 3.5.4 Process of the Project ...... 17 3.5.5 Method of Mining ...... 17 3.5.6 Method of Working...... 18 3.5.7 Proposed Method of Working the Deposit ...... 18 3.5.8 Mine Layout ...... 18 3.5.9Mineable Reserves and Anticipated life of the Mine ...... 19 3.5.10Method of Estimation of Reserves ...... 19 3.5.11 Mine Production and Development Plan ...... 19 3.5.12 Proposed Rate of Production When the Mine is Fully Developed ...... 19 3.5.13 Use of Mineral ...... 21 3.6 Raw Materials Require along with Estimated Quantity, Likely Source, Marketing Area of the Final Products, Mode of Transportation of Raw Material and Finished Product...... 21 3.7 Resource Optimization/Recycling and Reuse Envisaged in the Project, if any, Should be Briefly Outlined ...... 21 3.8 Availability of Water, its Source, Energy/Power Requirement and Source ...... 21 3.8.1 Water ...... 21 3.8.2 Power Supply ...... 22 3.9 Quantity of Wastes to be Generated (Liquid and Solid) and Scheme for their Management/Disposal ...... 22 CHAPTER 4...... 23 4.0 SITE ANALYSIS ...... 23 4.1 Connectivity ...... 23 4.2 Land Form, Land use and land ownership...... 23 4.2.1 Landform ...... 23 4.2.2 Land Use ...... 24 4.2.3 Land Ownership ...... 24 4.3 Topography ...... 24 4.4 Existing land use pattern ...... 24

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4.5 Existing Infrastructure ...... 25 4.6 Soil classification ...... 25 4.7 Climatic data from secondary sources ...... 25 4.8 Rainfall ...... 26 4.9 Social Infrastructure available ...... 26 Chapter 5...... 27 5.0 PLANNING BRIEF ...... 27 5.1 Planning Concept ...... 27 5.2 Population Projection ...... 27 5.3 Flora & Fauna ...... 28 5.4 Land use planning ...... 28 5.5 Assessment of infrastructure demand (physical & social) ...... 28 Chapter 6...... 29 6.0PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE ...... 29 6.1 Industrial Area (Processing Area) ...... 29 6.2 Residential Area (Non Processing Area) ...... 29 6.3 Green Belt ...... 29 6.4 Social Infrastructure ...... 30 6.5 Connectivity ...... 30 6.6 Drinking Water Management (Source & Supply of water) ...... 30 6.7 Sewerage System ...... 30 6.8 Industrial Waste Management ...... 31 6.9 Solid Waste Management ...... 31 6.10 Power Requirement & Supply/Source ...... 31 7.0 Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R & R) Plan...... 31 8.0 Project Schedule & Cost Estimates ...... 31 8.1 Likely date of start of construction and likely date of completion (Time schedule for the project to be given) ...... 31 8.2 Estimated project cost along with analysis in terms of economic viability of the Project...... 32

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9.0 Analysis of Proposal (Final Recommendations)...... 32 Additional Studies ...... 34 A. Environment Monitoring & Impact Assessment ...... 34 Air Quality Survey ...... 34 Water Quality Survey ...... 34 Soil Quality Survey ...... 34 Selection of Monitoring Station ...... 35 Environment Monitoring ...... 37 Suspended Particle Matter (SPM): ...... 37

Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) ...... 38

Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) ...... 38 Micrometeorology ...... 40 Dust fall Monitoring ...... 40 Respirable Dust ...... 41 Soil Quality Monitoring ...... 41 Conclusion ...... 42 Buffer Zone Air Quality ...... 42 Dust Fall Rate ...... 42 Water Quality Survey ...... 42 Noise Environment ...... 42 Soil Quality Survey ...... 42 Monitoring Schedule and Parameters ...... 43 Environment Impact Assessment: ...... 44 B. Environment Management Plan &Mitigation Measures ...... 47 Environment Management Plan ...... 47 Baseline Information ...... 47 Environment Management Plan Implementation ...... 49 Amenities/Facilities ...... 50 Air environment mitigation measures ...... 51

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Water Environment ...... 51 Noise Environment ...... 51 Land Environment ...... 52 Biological Environment ...... 52 Other Environment Safeguards ...... 52 Socio- Economic Environment ...... 53 Programme of Afforestation ...... 53 Corporate Social Responsibility ...... 55 C. Rainwater Harvesting...... 57 Climate ...... 57 Rainfall ...... 57 Temperature ...... 57 Soil Type ...... 57 Design considerations ...... 58 Computation of Rainfall & approach for Artificial Recharge to Groundwater...... 58 Rain Water Harvesting & Artificial Recharge within Project premises ...... 59 Design of Recharge facility ...... 60 Contour Bunding ...... 60 Gabion Structure ...... 61 Rain Water Harvesting Through Gully Plug ...... 62 Compliance of Various Environmental Regulations: ...... 62

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LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure 1 Forest Land Diversion Agreement from Divisional Forest Officer (DFO)

Annexure 2 NOC from Forest Department Himachal Pradesh

Annexure3 Approved Forest Certificate from Conservator of Forest (Central)

Annexure4 Deed Endorsement details

Annexure5 CA Certificate

Annexure 6 Approved Mine Plan

Annexure 7 ID Proof (Pan Card Copy of the Company)

Annexure 8 Jamabandi and Tatima Record

Annexure 9 Topo sheet No. 53A/15 0r H43E15

Annexure 10 Location Map

Annexure 11 Letter from Tehsildar

Annexure 12 NOC from Mining Office, Bilaspur

Annexure 13 Soil Report

Annexure 14 Ambient Air Monitoring Report

Annexure 15 Water Test Report

Annexure 16 Ambient Noise Monitoring Report

Annexure 17 Model Form of renewal of mining lease

Annexure 18 NOC from Irrigation and Public Health Department

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CHAPTER 1: PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT

1.0 Executive Summary

Proposed Quartzite and Shale Mining Project is situated near village Dhar Tatoh, Tehsil Bilaspur Sadar, District Bilaspur, and State Himachal Pradesh over an area of 4.88 Ha. The concerned mine is proposed by M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, a company registered under Act R.No.2515 of 1936-37, under G.A. VII of 1913 and having its registered office at Cement House, 121, Maharshi Karve Road, Mumbai-400020. The mine lease has been granted in favour of this company, i.e. M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works as per Annexure 4. The proposed average rate of production is 1 lakh TPA of Quartzite& Shale mineral. The estimated project cost is Rs.1, 11, 52,600 as per CA certificate given in Annexure 5. Expected life of mine is about 7 years. (Approved Mine Plan is attached as Annexure 6).

This mining project falls under Category “B2” as per Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Notification, 15th January, 2016 because the lease area is less than 5 hectares i.e. 4.88 hectares and requires appraisal of Form 1M, Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) and Approved Mine Plan from the District Environment Impact Assessment Authority or District Expert Appraisal Committee (DEIAA/DEAC) for grant of Environmental Clearance (EC) as per Appendix XI of notification.

1.1 Salient features of the project

Project name Quartzite and Shale Mining (4.88 Ha.)

Location of Mine site Village Dhar Tatoh

Tehsil Bilaspur Sadar District Bilaspur State Himachal Pradesh

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Latitude & Longitude Pillars Latitude(N) Longitude(E) A 31022’25” 76o50’39” B 31o22’35” 76o50’35” C 31022’34” 76050’29” D 31022’25” 76050’32”

Topo Sheet number 53A/15 or H43E15 Minerals of Mine Quartzite and Shale Life of mine 7 years Proposed production of mine 1,00,000 TPA approx. Total Reserve 7.5 lakh tonnes Method of Mining Opencast method of Mining will be used. Water Demand Total water requirement is about 4 KL(drinking, dust suppression and domestic purposes.) Sources of Water There is no major source of water in Mining Lease area. Only one seasonal nalah, in the southern part of Mining Lease is passing. A small water tank of 4KL will be made at the mine site premises. This can be used for storage of water for mining activities, spraying, watering the plants and drinking purposes. Water requirement will be met from Gagal Cement Works water treatment plant. Man power 18 (Skilled and Unskilled persons) No. of Working days 275 days/ year as per approved mining plan Nearest Railway Station The nearest Railway Station is Kiratpur Sahib at a distance of approx. 34 km from mine site. Nearest National Highway/State There is a national highway;NH-21 is approx. 3 km Highway aerial distance towards North from the mining site. Nearest airport The nearest major airport with daily scheduled flights from major cities is in Chandigarh, at a distance of 78km

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(aerial distance) from mining site. Seismic Zone Zone- IV & Zone-V, as per the District Disaster Management Plan, 2014 Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh.

1.2 Proposed Mining Mining method - Opencast method of mining Estimated Project Cost - Rs.1,11,52,600 Production - Quartzite and shale (1 lakh TPA)

1.3 Conclusion

The production of mineral will benefit to the State in the form of royalty. Apart from this, the project will generate direct and indirect employment opportunities to the tune of about 18 persons from the nearby villages. The mine management will conduct medical camps at regular intervals in the nearby villages.

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CHAPTER 2

2.0 Introduction of the project

2.1 Identification of project and project proponent. In case of mining project, a copy of mining lease /letter of intent should be given.

Proposed Quartzite and Shale Mining Project is situated at village Dhar Tatoh, Tehsil Bilaspur Sadar, District Bilaspur, State Himachal Pradesh cover an area of 4.88 Ha. The concerned mine is proposed by M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works. The mine lease has been granted in favor of M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, a company registered under Act R.No.2515 of 1936-37, under G.A. VII of 1913 and having its registered office at Cement House, 121, Maharshi Karve Road, Mumbai-400020for a period of 20 years with effect from 21.09.1999as per Annexure 4.A copy of the PAN Card of the company is enclosed as Annexure-7. The proposed rate of production is 1 lakh TPA of Quartzite and Shale mineral. The estimated project cost is Rs.1, 11, 52,600.The expected life of mine is 7 years. Approved mine plan is attached as Annexure-6. This mining project falls under Category “B2” as per Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Notification, 15th January 2016, because the lease area is less than 5 hectares i.e. 4.88 hectares and requires appraisal of Form 1M, Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) and Approved Mine Plan from DEIAA/ DEAC for grant of Environmental Clearance (EC) as per Appendix XI of the MoEF&CC Notification.

2.2 Brief Description of Nature of the Project The project has been proposed for mining of 1 lakh TPA of quartzite and shale by opencast mining method. The mine lease area is 4.88 Ha. The expected life of the mine is about 7 years. Water requirement for the proposed project for drinking use, dust suppression and other use will be 4 KLD and same will be met from the existing Gagal Cement Works water treatment plant.

2.3 Need for the Project and Its Importance to the Country or Region The minerals, quartzite and shale are used in various forms in various industries to manufacture various products. Quartzite and shale, shall be utilized as corrective material in Gagal Cement

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Works, which further can be used as raw material for the manufacture of cement. The demand of cement is increasing exponentially due to urbanization, since it is needed for infrastructural development as well as needed for various construction activities of local people. Such units provide essential raw binding material for construction of buildings, bridges, houses, industries etc. in various parts of the state as well as to others states also. Hence, to fulfill the need of the construction industry, this project of quartzite and shale mining is necessary and important for the nation. About 18 local peoples will be employed for the proposed mining activity which will create employment opportunities to local population by producing cement which is the raw material for building construction. The applicant will pay revenue in the form of royalty, dead rent, direct and indirect taxes which will contribute and generate additional revenue to the region, besides this, the project will prove beneficial in terms of socio-economic development of the nation.

2.4 Demand Supply Gap The demand for quartzite and shale is ever growing with the growth of population, urbanization, industries in our country. Quartzite is used in the manufacture of silica refractories and as a flux in iron and steel industry. The requirement for the mineral is always high in the nearby cities and towns. Therefore, there is always a good demand of the mineral in the domestic market. Shale is relatively fragile, as far as rock fragility goes, so it is rarely used for building materials or industrial uses in its raw form. When properly processed, it can be used as an additive in cement and art clay products. Mineral quartzite and shale are used by M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works, which further can be used as raw material for the manufacture of cement. Today, Himachal Pradesh is one of the fastest growing states of the country and it is in the midst of tremendous change. Its infrastructural growth rate is contributing more in the GDP. In recent years, there has been progress on multiple fronts. The construction sector is regarded as one of the backbones of the development process mainly because of its multiplier effect in other sectors of the economy. Demand for both residential and commercial properties in the state is on upswing. Numerous expansion plans of government, private companies in various cities are driving the construction growth in the state. All construction activities require good cement

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material which is one of the most important building materials in the region, state or say whole country. With increasing rural affluence, demand for good cement for construction activities has been increasing exponentially.

2.5 Import vs. Indigenous Production Development needs will be met only through indigenously produced quartzite and shale against the high cost of imported material.

2.6 Export Possibility There is no proposal to export the quartzite and shale. However, the produced quartzite and shale from the mine will fulfill the needs of the region and surplus if any will be considered for export.

2.7 Domestic/Export Markets The entire quartzite and shale mined from the mining site would be used for manufacture of cement in M/s ACC limited, Gagal Cement Works which supports construction activities in Himachal Pradesh and other parts of India.

2.8 Employment Generation (Direct and Indirect) due to the project About 18 persons will be required for the mining activity. Priority for employment will be given to local workers. Following staff and workers are proposed to be employed:-

Table1:Manpower Requirements Sr.No. Manpower Number of workers 1 Shovel Operators 2 2 Truck Drivers 10 3 Mechanics 2 4 Helpers 2 5 Mining Engineer 1 6 Mines Foreman Supervisor 1 Total 18 (Source: Approved mine plan)

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CHAPTER 3

3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Type of project including interlinked and interdependent projects, if any:

This is an interlinked project where all the Quartzite and Shale minerals produced will be consumed at the Gagal Cement Works for the manufacture of cement. The mining lease area falls in Khasra No. 2408/2262/2203/2058/248, of village Dhar Tatoh, Tehsil Bilaspur Sadar, District Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh over an area of 4.88 Ha. Land Jamabandi & Tatima records are enclosed as Annexure 8. This project falls under Category “B2” as per Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Notification, 15th January 2016, because the lease area is less than 5 hectares and requires appraised of Form 1M, Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) and Approved Mine Plan from the District Environment Impact Assessment Authority or District Expert Appraisal Committee DEAC/ DEIAA for grant of Environmental Clearance (EC) as per Appendix XI as per notification.

3.2 Location (map showing general location, specific location, and project boundary & project site layout) with coordinates: The project site falls on Survey of India, Topo Sheet No.53A/15 or H43E15, enclosed as Annexure 9. The geographical location with respect to the boundary pillars of the mining lease area are given in table 2. Table 2: Geographical location of the mining site. Pillars Latitude(N) Longitude(E) A 31022’25” 76o50’39” B 31o22’35” 76o50’35” C 31022’34” 76050’29” D 31022’25” 76050’32” (Source: Plate No. V of the surface plan map)

Location Map and the 500 m buffer map of the site are attached as Annexure-10.

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3.3 Details of Alternate Sites Considered and the Basis of Selecting the Proposed Site At present, no alternative site is required, since quartzite and shale mining activities will be done in hilly, barren plots/non irrigation plot/plots having poor quality of soil. Mining site is specific so no alternative site is proposed.

3.4 Size and Magnitude of Operation The mining lease has been granted over an area of 4.88 Ha. The proposed production is 1 lakh TPA approx. of quartzite and shale mineral. The estimated cost of the mining project is Rs.1,11, 52,600. The size and magnitude of the operation depend upon the availability of labourers, weather conditions and other local conditions. The average number of working days in the year would be 275 days.

3.5 Project Description with Process Details (a schematic diagram/flow chart showing the project layout, component of the project etc. should be given)

3.5.1 Physiography Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining deposit of Gagal Cement Works is a hill rising about 200m over the ground level in the hilly terrain. The Barmana and Gagal hills form more or less parallel ranges trending in nearly northwest-southwest direction. Dhar Tatoh mining lease area is having two hills separated by central valley type portion. One is the Chabbiawan Dhar hill and the other is a smaller hill to the west. Shale occurs on the western slopes of the Chabbiawan Dhar up to a height of about 50 m. On south eastern portion of lease there is a seasonal nalah. All rain water is drained through natural drainage system. The lease area is east of Beri-Shimla road and is separated from it by a nalah. There are two hills in the area separated by a valley. One is the Chabbiawan Dhar hill and the other is a smaller hill to the west. The smaller hill rises to a height of about 60 m. While the Chabbiawan Dhar rises to a height of about 400 m above the level of the road. Shale occurs on the western slopes of the Chabbiawan Dhar up to a height of about 50 m. On south eastern portion of the lease area, there is a seasonal nalah. All rain water is drained through natural drainage system.

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Quartzite Shale

Fig.1 Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining site.

3.5.2Regional Geology The rock formations occupying the Bilaspur district range in age from Pre-Cambrian to Quaternary period. The generalized geological succession in the district is given in table 3.

Table 3: Generalized geological succession of Bilaspur district

Eon Era Period Group Formation Description Cenozoic Quaternary Alluvium; Sand, silt, clay, gravel, (Recent to sub- fluvial, terrace, pebble and cobble etc. Recent) piedmont

Sand, clay, gravel, pebble, Undifferentiated cobble and Boulders

Upper Siwalik Soft sandstone, brownish Phanerozoic clay, shale, poorly sorted, crudely bedded conglomerate Tertiary Pliocene & boulder beds.

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Eon Era Period Group Formation Description to Middle Siwalik Gray sandstone, and brownish Mid. Miocene clay/shale Lower Siwalik Red and purple sandstone and shale. Subathu Group Grey sandstone, shale, Clay. Kasauli Formation Greenish to greyish hard sandstones.

Oligocene- Daghshai Formation Dark-red and purple colour Lower Miocene shales. Subathu Formation Dark nodular clays

Proterozoic Upper Krol Formation Greyish massive dolomites ProterozoicIII and limestones Proterozoic II Shali Formation Cherty Dolomite, Quartzite and limestone.

(Source: District Ground Water Brochure, Bilaspur.)

3.5.3 Local Geology The rocks of Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale Mining of Bilaspur belong to the Shali group of Lesser Himalayan Stratigraphic domain. The Shali group belongs to the Proterozoic age and characterized by the presence of meta-sedimentary-volcanic rocks followed by thick sequence of Orthoquartzite and Carbonate rocks. Though the exact stratigraphy of Dhar Tatoh shales are not known at present, evidences indicate that they may belong to the Ropri formation. A brief stratigraphic succession of Shali group is given below. Bandla ,Parnali, Makri, Tattapani Formations Sorgharwari Pink and Grey limestone Khatpul Massive dolomite with quartz arenite Khaira Pink and Purple shale Ropri Brick red shale and siltstone with grey dolomite in the lower horizon

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Quartzite is exposed over almost a third of the area covered by very thin layer of soil. The lower slopes of the hill where shale is exposed are at an angle of 300 to 450 to the horizontal while the higher slope is gentler. Shale is maroon in colour and splinters into needles on impact. A few intercalations of quartzite are present within the shale. The strike of the formation is North- South with a distinct dip of 520 to the East. There is clear evidence in the field that the formation is overlain and underlain by quartzite. To understand the structural configuration of the lease area, surface geological mapping has been done on a scale of 1:1000. Geological cross-section and longitudinal section is prepared on a scale 1:1000 so as to understand the structural configuration of the lease area. Please refer plate no. III- geological plan and plate IV for geological sections of the lease area.

3.5.4 Process of the Project The process of Flow diagram for the project is as given below:

Surface mining Operation

Site Preparation (Pole/Marking)

Excavation of Quartzite and Shale by developing bench marks with the help of Backhoe.

Loading of materials by using Backhoe.

the Hauling &Transportation to Cement Plant by using Tippers.

Fig 2: Schematic Diagram Showing the Process of Quartzite & Shale Mining.

3.5.5 Method of Mining Salient Features of Mining Method The salient features of proposed mining method are:- 1. No drilling and blasting operations will be involved in the proposed mining. Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 17

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3. The height of the benches will be maintained at 5m. The width of the bench will be maintained at 5m. 4. The mining will be carried out from top to bottom by developing approach road to the top most benches 5. Considering the stability of rocks the final slope or say ultimate pit slope angle is 0 proposed to be maintained at an angle of 45 . 6. A statutory boundary barrier of 7.5 m will be maintained all around the mining lease area and benching starts after leaving this margin. 7. Transportation of the mineral from mine to the Cement plant will be done by Tippers.

3.5.6 Method of Working As quartzite band is simple dipping in nature, therefore proposed to be mined by opencast method. Excavation of quartzite and shale shall be done by using Backhoe (JCB-0.2 m3 Bucket Capacity), 10 tonnes tippers will be deployed for material hauling.

3.5.7 Proposed Method of Working the Deposit The design parameters involved in bench development in the mining operations are as follows: Height: 5 m Width: 5m Slope: 600 Benches shall be of 5m height and at least 5m width at the end. Benching will commence from RL 955 and end at 882 RL. These have been shown in the conceptual plan as Plate No. XI. of Approved Mine Plan. A total of 14 benches are planned. Area in the south of lease is planned for plantation.

3.5.8 Mine Layout Quartzite deposit is on the hill thus, hill mining shall be done from top to bottom by developing approach road to the top most benches. Haulage road shall be laid with mild gradient and shall move along with moving front of mines.

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3.5.9Mineable Reserves and Anticipated life of the Mine It is estimated that approximately 7.5 lakh tonnes of quartzite will be mined in the entire area. Anticipated life of the mine is 7 years, considering the average rate of consumption is 1 lakh tonnes per annum. Reserves have been calculated up to 895 MRL.

3.5.10Method of Estimation of Reserves Reserves were calculated by cross-sectional area method after providing suitable ledges. Benches were considered as follows:- Bench height: 5 m Bench ledge: 5 m Table-4 Quantity of Mineral (Quartzite) Location/Section Quantity(L.T) Grade Minimum Maximum. From To ’ CB EE’ 4.0 SiO2 90 93 EE’ FF’ 3.5 Al2O3 2.4 2.6 Fe2O3 0.07 0.5 CaO 1.1 0.3 MgO 0.2 0.5 Loss% 0.7 1.0 Total 7.5 (Source: Approved Mine Plan)

3.5.11 Mine Production and Development Plan Quantum of production planned during five year is given under table 5. As quartzite is exposed at many places in lease area, thus no development is required in first five years. Year wise production & development Plan is enclosed in Plate No.VI to X. of approved mine plan.

3.5.12 Proposed Rate of Production When the Mine is Fully Developed Quartzite is exposed on the surface at many places. First bench will be developed at the top most portion of proposed working area which is enclosed as plate no. VI (1st Year Production Plan) to Plate no. X (5th Year Production Plan). Gradually benches will be developed from Bench I to Bench VI during first five years.

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Table 5: Year wise production for the first five years.

Dhar Tatoh Production Calculations Year Area(sq.m) Thickness(m) Volume(cubic Quantity(Tones) RL From- metre) To I 2700 5 13500 33750 955-950 Year 4800 5 24000 60000 950-945 Total 93750 II 2995 5 14975 37437.5 950-945 Year 5125 5 25625 64062.5 945-940 Total 101500 III 3855 5 19275 48187.5 945-940 Year 5245 5 26225 65562.5 940-935 V Total 113750 IV 7116 5 35580 88950 940-935 Year 984 5 4920 12300 935-930 Total 101250 V 7900 5 39500 98750 935-930 Year Total 98750 (Source: Approved Mine Plan)

Transportation of material: As the mining operations involve shale and quartzite mining the mining machineries to be used in proposed mining operation are given in table 6.

Table 6: List of Machineries

Sr.No. Machine Type No. of Items HP Make

1. Tipper 09 100 Ashok Leyland/Telco

2. Dozer 01 320 BEML-D-155A TATA 1210 - 3. Water Tanker 01

4. Backhoe 02 180 JCB

5. Jeep Mahindra & 01 _ Mahindra (Source: Approved Mine Plan)

Backhoe will be deployed for loading. Tippers will be used for transport of quartzite and shale to

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cement plant. Dozer will be deployed for development of roads.

3.5.13 Use of Mineral The mineral excavated will be used as corrective material in Gagal Cement Works.

3.6 Raw Materials Require along with Estimated Quantity, Likely Source, Marketing Area of the Final Products, Mode of Transportation of Raw Material and Finished Product. No raw material will be required for production of quartzite and shale. Tippers will be used for transport of quartzite and shale to Cement Plant. Dozer will be deployed for development of roads. Backhoe will be deployed for loading.

3.7 Resource Optimization/Recycling and Reuse Envisaged in the Project, if any, Should be Briefly Outlined Resource optimization has been exercised but there is no scope of recycling and reuse envisaged. There is very thin capping of top soil in mineralized area and mineral is exposed at many places, however the top soil encountered in small quantities shall be utilized for plantation purposes. All mineral produced will be consumed at the cement plant.

3.8 Availability of Water, its Source, Energy/Power Requirement and Source

3.8.1 Water The daily water demand for the proposed project is 4 KLD and same will be met from the existing Gagal Cement Works Water Treatment Plant. A water storage tank of appropriate capacity shall be provided for domestic use in emergency cases. The detailed breakup of the water requirements are given in table 7. Table 7: Water Demand Sr. No. Purpose Quantity (KLD) 1. Domestic Purpose 0.37 2. Dust Suppression / Water 3.63 Sprinkling Total 4.0 (Source: Approved Mine Plan)

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3.8.2 Power Supply The operation will be done in day time only hence there is no power requirement for the project at the site. There is no electric line passing through the mine area. The electricity line passes on the Beri Navgaon road which is 50 m from the mining area. Only diesel equipment will be used.

3.9 Quantity of Wastes to be Generated (Liquid and Solid) and Scheme for their Management/Disposal The nature and quantity of top soil, overburden, mineral rejects likely to be generated during next 5 years. There is very thin capping of top soil in mineralized area and mineral is exposed at many places, however the top soil encountered in small quantities shall be utilized for plantation purposes. There is no rejects in the lease area, thus all mineral produced will be consumed at the cement plant.

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CHAPTER 4 4.0 SITE ANALYSIS

4.1 Connectivity Table-8: Connectivity (Mine Site)

Particulars Distance and Direction Nearest Railway Station The nearest Railway Station is Kiratpur Sahib at a distance of 34 km from mine site.(Aerial distance) Nearest Highway There is a National highway, NH-21 within 3.31km from the mining. Nearest Airport The nearest major airport with daily scheduled flights from major cities is in Chandigarh, at a distance of 78 km (Aerial distance) from mining site. (Source: Google Earth)

4.2 Land Form, Land use and land ownership

4.2.1 Landform Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining is having two hills which is separated by central valley type portion. One is the Chabbiawan Dhar hill and the other is a smaller hill to the west. The smaller hill rises to a height of about 60m.While the Chabbiawan Dhar rises to a height of about 400m above the level of the road. On south eastern portion of lease there is a seasonal nalah. Quartzite is exposed over almost a third of the area covered by thin layer of soil. Shale is exposed on the lower slope of the hill at an angle of 300 to 450 to the horizontal. A few intercalations of quartzite are present within the shale. The strike of the formation is North-South with a distinct dip of 520 to the East. There is clear evidence in the field that the formation is overlain and underlain by quartzite. Please refer plate no. III- geological plan and plate no.IV- geological section of the lease area.

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4.2.2 Land Use Quartzite deposit is on the hill thus, hill mining shall be done from top to bottom by developing approach road to the top most benches. Haulage road shall be laid with mild gradient and shall move along with moving front of mines. There is very thin capping of top soil in mineralized area and mineral is exposed at many places, however the top soil encountered in small quantities shall be utilized for plantation purposes. There is no rejects in the lease area, thus all mineral produced will be consumed at the cement plant.

4.2.3 Land Ownership The land as per revenue record is Govt. of India, Himachal Pradesh. The Surface Plan is enclosed as Plate No. V in the approved mine plan. The letter from Tehsildar dated 01/11/2017 is enclosed as Annexure 11, stating there are no Mining areas within 500 m radius of the project site.

4.3 Topography The lease area is east of Beri-Shimla road and is separated from it by a nalah. There are two hills in the area separated by a valley. One is the Chabbiawan Dhar hill and the other is a smaller hill to the west. The smaller hill rises to a height of about 60 m. While the Chabbiawan Dhar rises to a height of about 400 m above the level of the road. Shale occurs on the western slopes of the Chabbiawan Dhar up to a height of about 50 m. On south eastern portion of the lease area, there is a seasonal nalah. All rain water is drained through natural drainage system. Topo-sheet no. H43E15 of the mining site is attached as Annexure-9.

4.4 Existing land use pattern (agriculture, non- agriculture, forest, water bodies (including area under CRZ)), shortest distances from the periphery of the project to periphery of the forests, national Park, wild life sanctuary, eco sensitive areas, water bodies (distance from the HFL of the river), CRZ. In case of notified industrial area, a copy of the Gazette notification should be given:

There is no national park/ wildlife sanctuary or eco sensitive zone situated in the 500 m radius of the lease area. Also there is no mining lease within the surrounding 500 m periphery from the mining site, NOC from Mining Office, Bilaspur H.P is enclosed as Annexure-12. Also there is a

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seasonal nalah within 15 m from the mining area. The Sutlej River is located at approx. 1.56 km from the mining site. The Koldam Dam is located at approximately 3 km from the mining area.

4.5 Existing Infrastructure There is no existing infrastructure facility available in the area. But in the first five years as per the approved mining plan, for effective and proper working of the mine, it has been proposed to construct and provide site services like first aid, rest shelter, urinals & latrine, haulage roads etc.as per the statutory requirements. Adequate lighting arrangements (including portable lighting towers) will be made at the quarry face. Arrangements for safe and healthy working conditions, provision of drinking water will be made.

4.6 Soil classification Two types of soils are observed in the district viz., alluvial soil and non-calcic brown soil. Most of the area in the district is covered with alluvial soil and only hilly area in the district is covered with non-calcic brown soil. Soil is rich in nutrients and is fertile. The soils of the district vary in texture generally from loamy sand to sandy soil. However, sand, clay, silt, and gravel percentages are varying in soil samples. The soil is suitable for plantation purposes.

Soil samples were collected from the mining area for the different land use pattern near Dhar Tatoh mines. The samples were analyzed as per the I.S. methods for particle size distribution, pH, moisture content, water holding capacity, organic matter, ammonical nitrogen, potassium phosphorous, copper, lead, chromium and cadmium. The soil samples are texturally loamy sand to sandy soil as per the test reports given in Annexure 13. The percentage of sand and gravel are low in soil samples. The soil is suitable for plantation purposes.

4.7 Climatic data from secondary sources Climate of the district is temperate to sub- tropical. The summer is invariably hot. The winter starts from November and continues till the middle of March. The minimum and maximum temperature1 varies from 1.3o C in January to 34.7o C in May. Climate of Bilaspur experiences warm summers and cool winters but is protected from the extreme temperatures of the

1District Ground Water Brochure of Bilaspur District, Himachal Pradesh. Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 25

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surrounding mountains by its situation in a valley. The highest temperature2 months are May and June when the temperature is typically around 370C (990F) and 380C (1000F), sometimes exceeding 400C (1040F. Summers of Bilaspur are hot and humid. The temperature ranges from 220C to 380C in the month of April to June. Winter approach Bilaspur in November and last till February. For three months in winter, a thick mist surrounds the Sutlej River. The places situated at higher elevations such as Swarghat, Nambhol have a bracing climate. The hills and valleys along the khads are quite dry in summer. In rainy season humidity increases and the weather becomes hot and sultry.

4.8 Rainfall July marks the beginning of monsoon season in Bilaspur and last till early September. The area receives rainfall during monsoon period extending from June to September and also non- monsoon period (winter). The annual average rainfall3 in the area is about 1106.28 mm and about 81.5% rainfall occurs during monsoon period. The place looks beautifully fresh having been washed by the rains.

4.9 Social Infrastructure available The following infrastructure facilities are available in the nearby villages.

 Road Facility  Employment opportunity  Primary /Secondary Schools

There is no existing infrastructure facility available in the mine lease area. But in the first five years as per the approved mining plan, for effective and proper working of the mine, it has been proposed to construct and provide site services like first aid, rest shelter, urinals & latrine, haulage roads etc. as per the statutory requirements. Adequate lighting arrangements (including portable lighting towers) will be made at the quarry face. Arrangements for safe and healthy working conditions, provision of drinking water will be made.

2https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bilaspur,_Himachal_Pradesh 3 District Ground Water Brochure of Bilaspur District, Himachal Pradesh Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 26

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Chapter 5

5.0 PLANNING BRIEF

5.1 Planning Concept Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining will involve semi- mechanized open cast mining method as the minor minerals of Shale and Quartzite are very hard in nature and cannot be mined manually, as it will become a time consuming activity with prolonged period and greater environment impacts. The proposed mine will produce quartzite and shale with capacity of 1 lakh TPA approx. The mineral excavated will be used as corrective material in M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works. It will be transported by tippers. Once entire area has been excavated then at the end of the life of mine plantation shall be taken up.

5.2 Population Projection In the 1km buffer zone, 759total households are there. Total population is 4039, out of which 2096 are males and 1943 are females. The detailed demographic profile of villages located in the study areas are given in table 9below: Table 9:Detail demographic profile of villages located in the mining area. Sr.No. Village Area in No.of No.of Male No.of Female Total Hectares households Population 1. Kanaun 59.75 98 264 230 494

2. Dhar Tatoh 690 661 1832 1713 3545

Total 749.75 759 2096 1943 4039

(Source: District Census Handbook, Bilaspur) Also due to proposed mining activities there will not be an influx of people from outside as only local people will be engaged.

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Area No. of No. of (hec.) Kanaun Househo Area Dhar Tatoh Househol 5% ld (hec.) d 9% 8% 8%

No. of No. of Male Male Total 23% Total 22% Populati Populatio on n No. of 43% No. of 42% Female Female 20% 20%

Fig.3: Graphical representation of demographic profile for Kanaun and Dhar Tatoh village.

5.3 Flora & Fauna The climate of the area supports only sparse growth of bushes, shrubs etc. Since the area has little top soil which is sandy and mostly quartzite and shale mineral. Only few trees are found in mining lease area and local species of trees are Shisham, Kher and Lantana. Wild animals such as jackels, squirrel and wild cats are found in this area.

5.4 Land use planning The sapling for plantation will be selected which can sustain with limited irrigation i.e. which require very little water to survive, according to climatic conditions and hence it is proposed to plant 200 saplings per year. The plantation will be done at the statuary boundary barrier & over the backfilled area.

5.5 Assessment of infrastructure demand (physical & social) The mine area is easily accessible by Beri Navgaon Road which is 50 m far from the mine site. It will be helpful to approach workers to the mine site as well as transportation of mineral to the Gagal Cement works. The infrastructure demand in the villages will be evaluate on the basis of necessity and priority as per the recommendation of local Panchayat.

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Chapter 6

6.0PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE

6.1 Industrial Area (Processing Area) The area is well connected by road network to the mines. The area is self-sufficient to supply the needs of the project. Hence no, infrastructure is proposed.

6.2 Residential Area (Non Processing Area) Mine workers and staff will be staying at colony which is 14 km from mine site having full- fledged facilities for Gagal Cement Works as well as Dhar Tatoh Mine. For local people no residential area is required. Shelters/ sheds will be provided at the mining site for all the employees to take food and rest.

6.3 Green Belt As per guide line of the MoEF & CC, total area of green belt would be 33% of lease area and their surrounding area. As the mine lease area is 4.88 Ha. The lease area will be converted into green belt through year wise plantation. It is proposed to plant 1000 plant in the lease area. Year- wise programme of green belt development for five years, about 200 saplings will be planted over an area of 0.20 ha. Dead plants will be replaced in the next plantation season so that at the end of life of mine requisite number of plants i.e.1000 actually remains alive. By afforestation, it will improve the ecosystem and aesthetic beauty of the area. Post plantation maintenance include provision for watering, soil mulching manure supply to plants will be done. List of plant species to be planted are provided below in table 10. Table10: Year wise Plantation programme Year Area in Ha. No. of trees Name of plant species 1st 0.20 200 Siris-Albizialebbeck ,Gulmohar- 2nd 0.20 200 Delonixregia,Mahua- MadhucalongifoliaAshoka- 3rd 0.20 200 Saracaindica,conifer species like pine-Pinuscembra,

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Year Area in Ha. No. of trees Name of plant species 4th 0.20 200 PinusroxburghiiSarg. Phyllanthusemblica, spruce- 5th 0.2 200 Piceaspinulosa, Neriumindicum, FicusglomearataRoxb. Total 1.0 1000 Ficusauriculata, Acacia catechu. Sources – Ajay K. Gautam et al./J Phytol 3/2 (2011) 24-3&Approved Mining Plan.

6.4 Social Infrastructure The proposed project is situated near village Dhar Tatoh, Tehsil Bilaspur Sadar, District Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. As local people will be employed for excavation activities, the workers will come to the site by company’s vehicle. From this project, direct and indirect means of earnings in the area will be developed, which will bring a positive socio-economic impact on the adjacent habitation.

6.5 Connectivity Mineral deposits are on the hill thus, hill mining shall be done from top to bottom by developing approach road to the top most benches. Haulage road shall be laid with mild gradient and shall move along with moving front of mines and then the local road named Beri Navgaon road is connected. Through this road transportation will do up to the cement plant. Tippers are main vehicles running on the road for mineral transportation. The present road network is adequate to handle the load of the project.

6.6 Drinking Water Management (Source & Supply of water) In order to cater to the needs of the drinking water, sufficient water shall be provided. A water storage tank of capacity 4KL shall be provided for domestic use in emergency cases. Ground water shall be the source of water. And seasonal nalah will also be used.

6.7 Sewerage System There will be no generation of sewage due to the project, hence no need of sewerage system.

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6.8 Industrial Waste Management Waste generation will not take place due to the quartzite and shale mining activities, hence no need of industrial waste management.

6.9 Solid Waste Management There is very thin capping of top soil in mineralized area and mineral is exposed at many places, however the top soil encountered in small quantities shall be utilized for plantation purposes. There are no rejects in the lease area, thus all mineral produced will be consumed at the Cement Plant. No solid waste will be generated.

6.10 Power Requirement & Supply/Source Mining operation will be done in day time only hence there is no power requirement for the project at the site. Only diesel equipment will be used. Adequate lighting arrangements (including portable lighting towers) will be made at quarry face, haulage roads as per the statutory requirements.

7.0 Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R & R) Plan No rehabilitation and resettlement plan is required because the mining area is remote where no human settlement prevails hence there would be no displacement of any human settlements. The adjoining region is also having a good mineral potential, the rehabilitation of the employees is not going to be a problem. The workers and other staff can get job in the neighbouring areas after the end of life of the mine.

8.0 Project Schedule & Cost Estimates

8.1 Likely date of start of construction and likely date of completion (Time schedule for the project to be given) The Project activities will be implemented as per the designed schedule in the approved mining plan for a period of 275 days/ year.

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8.2 Estimated project cost along with analysis in terms of economic viability of the Project. The estimated cost of the quartzite and shale mining project is Rs1,11,52,600 as per CA certificate. The lessee has all the mining equipments required for the scientific mining. The mine will be eco-friendly. There is no reject mineral in the lease area. Economically all the quartzite and shale minerals produced will be consumed at the Gagal Cement Works. It is proposed to invest an amount of Rs.13,43,000 towards Environment Action Plan as per the CA Certificate, which is enclosed as Annexure-5. The details of the same are given below:

Table 11: Expenditure Proposed for Environment Protection Activities. Sr.No. Description Recurring Cost (Rs.) 1. Environment Monitoring and Plantation 10,00,000 2. Drainage 1,00,000 3. Workers rest room 1,80,000 4. Toilets 63,000 Total 13,43,000 (Source: CA Certificate issued by the M/s ACC Ltd. Company)

9.0 Analysis of Proposal (Final Recommendations) Financial and Social benefits with special emphasis on the benefit to the local people, including tribal population, if any, in the area

The proposed mine will bring economically benefits to the state by the way of royalty for mineral and to the local people by the way of employment for direct 18 people and also provide secondary employment opportunities to the nearby villages. Quartzite and shale are used in the cement manufacture. ACC cement is in high demand at the local and other states of India. Thus the project will bring out socio-economic improvement of the area and will prove beneficial to the area and for the country. No major adverse effect on environment is envisaged as the required mitigation measures are inbuilt in the project. This project operation will also provide livelihood to the poorest section of the society/economically backward population and tribal in the area. It provides employment to the Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 32

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people residing in vicinity directly or indirectly. Gagal cement works under M/s ACC Ltd. is already implementing following CSR activities in and around Panjgain area, details given as following: 1) Constructed school buildings of GSSS Panjgain and GMS Dhaun Kothi. 2) Project for improving quality of education in GSSS Panjgain and GMS Dhaun Kothi executed by deploying supplementary teachers, Mobile projector fitted with computer ( K-Yan) libraries established . 3) Constructed parking for villagers of the area 4) Constructed small bridge in Gahar Tikri Village of Dhaun Kothi Village 5) All the footpaths connecting Panjgain from villages like Baloh, Dhaon , Kothi , Thad manal, Kanon, Ropa made pucca and remaining in Pipeline . 6) Swablamban project for self-help group of women executed in the area women given training on various income generating activities like, Mushroom cultivation , knitting , pickle making and vermin composting . 7) MOU signed with NABARD for watershed development in this area.

Thus, the above activities validate that the project proponent is already involved actively in the implementation of CSR activities in and around the project site, and will continue to do the same in the present project for further improvement and strengthening of the local infrastructural facilities and capacity building of the stakeholders under the project. This will ensure to build a goodwill for the project locally and contributing their part to the society.

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Additional Studies

A. Environment Monitoring & Impact Assessment

Air Quality Survey Ambient air quality monitoring was carried out during the formulation of Mining Plan at three stations namely A1, A2 and A3, in the core zone and three stations in the buffer zone of the mining site for the post monsoon season. Parameters of air quality include Suspended Particulate

Matter (SPM), SO2, CO and NOx for all stations and Respirable Dust monitoring for one station. It involves wind monitoring, ambient air quality monitoring, dust fall rate measurement and recording of temperature and humidity. The dust fall rate measurement, Monitoring for Respirable Particle Matter (RPM) was carried out near the mining site. Locations are shown in plate no. XII. Quality of dust particulates settling down under gravity at a particular place for a certain time period is called Free Dust Fall.

Also Ambient Air Quality (AAQ) monitoring was again carried out during the preparation of Environment Management Plan (EMP) near the project site with a team of members from the NABL Accredited Laboratory, at the nearest hutment available for the power supply of the instrument.

Water Quality Survey Water quality monitoring has been done at two stations, samples from each station has been collected on two different days for the season. The sample locations were:- 1. Dug well water from Dhar Tatoh village 2. Dug well water from Jerakh village. The location sites are enclosed in Plate No. XII of the Approved Mining Plan.

Soil Quality Survey Soil samples were collected from two locations for different land use patterns for one seasonand analyzed for parameters indicated in CCOM circular. The site selected were- 1. Soil Sample from Dhar Tatoh village.

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2. Soil sample from Jerakh village.

Selection of Monitoring Station A recent survey of the study area was carried out in consultation with the mines management for selection of monitoring stations for different parameters keeping in view of the availability of electric power for monitoring equipments, safety of equipments, accessibility of sites and various other influencing factors. The stations selected for monitoring different parameters are described below:

Air Quality Survey The baseline data for the Air Quality at the project site has been monitored at the nearest hutment available for the power supply of the instrument. It involves wind monitoring, ambient air quality monitoring, dust fall rate measurement and recording of temperature and humidity.The test reports of the ambient air sample including Suspended Particle Matter (SPM), Sulphur dioxide

(SO2), Oxides of nitrogen (NO2) are enclosed in Annexure 14.

Fig .4 Air monitoring near the Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining by using Respirable Dust Sampler. Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 35

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Water Quality Survey

Water samples were collected near the Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mining area to monitor the water quality. Water samples were collected from the bore well. The result of the report is enclosed in Annexure 15.

Fig. 5 Collection of water sample near the mine site

Soil Quality Survey The locations for monitoring soil quality were selected considering the existing land use pattern and then likely deterioration in the quality of the soil due to mining activities. Two sites representing different land use pattern and nature of soil near Dhar Tatoh mining area were identified for collecting soil samples. The test reports are enclosed in Annexure 13.

Fig. 6 Collection of Soil from Shale deposit Fig.7Collection of Soil Sample from site. Quartzite and Shale deposit

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Environment Monitoring To find out the effect of mining on environment, micro meteorological survey was undertaken for monitoring wind speed, wind direction, ambient temperature, relative humidity, etc. at every hour interval during the sampling period for the micrometeorological data were collected at Dhar Tatoh mines during the preparation of mining plan. Wind vane and cup counter anemometer was installed near quarry face for Dhar Tatoh mines. And the free dust fall monitoring was carried out at Dhar Tatoh mines by using an apparatus fabricated in accordance with I.S. 5182 (part1) 1969. The monitoring methods done during the preparation of mining plan are given below:-

Ambient Air Monitoring

Ambient Air Sampling was done at three stations namely A1, A2, and A3, for the proposed project site. The sampling locations for Ambient Air Sampling are given in Plate No. XII of Approved Mine Plan.

Suspended Particle Matter (SPM): Method of Sampling:

A standard “High Volume Air Sampler” was used for the purpose of sampling Suspended

Particle Matter (SPM), Sulphur dioxide (SO2) Oxides of nitrogen (NO2). The Ambient air was sucked through a pre weighed whatman filter paper of GF/A specification, fitted on filter assembly, and then passed through impingers containing sodium tetrachloromercurate and sodium hydroxide solutions, for dissolving sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen gases. The volumetric flow rates of SPM and gases were measured at the start and at the end of sampling duration, using manometer and rotameter respectively. The filter paper and solutions containing

SO2 and NOx samples are removed and analysed in the laboratory of the following I.S methods.

Method: Gravimetric method as per I.S. 5182(Part IV), 1973. The filter paper removed at the end of sampling period was weighed for the final weight and the concentration of suspended particulate was calculated using the following equations:-

Concentration of suspended particle = {(W2 –W1) X 106}/F X T Matter in µg/m2

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Where, W2= Final weight of filter paper in gram.

W1= Initial weight of filter paper in gram. F=Average flow rate in m3/hr. and T= Sampling duration in hours,

Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) Method- Sodium Tetrachloromercurate Method as specified in I.S. 5182(Part II), 1969 Sulphur dioxide from air stream is absorbed in sodium tetrachloromercuratesolution, it forms a stable dichlorosulphitomercurate compound. This compound produces colour proportional to the content of sulphur dioxide, an addition of standard p-rosaniline hydrochloride reagent. The intensity of colour is ascertained by measuring its optical density at 560 nm using a

spectrophotometer. The concentration of SO2 is determined from a calibration curve plotted

using the optical densities of the solutions of known SO2 concentrations. Following standards reagents are used for carrying out sampling and analysis of Sulphur Dioxide. Absorbing Solution 27.2gm mercuric chloride and 11.7 gm sodium chloride were dissolved in 1 litre distilled water to give 0.1 M sodium tetrachloromercurate solution. The solution was used for absorbing sulphur dioxide from ambient air. Preparation of Calibration Curve

The standard sulphidesolution equivalent to 2,4,2,8 and 10µg of SO2 was diluted to 10 ml using sodium tetrachloromercurate absorbing solution, in a series of 10 ml volumetric flasks. To these solutions 1ml p-rosaniline hydrochloride and 1ml formaldehyde were added and mixed. A reagent blank was also prepared in the same way. The above solutions were kept for 30 minutes for colour development. Optical density of these solutions was measured at 560 nm using a

spectrophotometer, against the reagent blank. A graph with optical density on X-axis and SO2

concentration on Y-axis was then plotted and used for determining SO2 concentration in ambient

air samples. The concentration of SO2 was determined using following equations: 3 3 3 µg/m of SO2 =µg/m of SO2 from calibration graph/ Total volume of gas sampled in m .

Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) Method: Sodium Hydroxide Method as per I.S. 5182, part (VI), 1975

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When oxides of Nitrogen from air stream are absorbed in NaOH solution it forms a stable nitric

compound. This compound produces a colour proportional to the NOx content, on addition of standard hydrogen peroxide, sulphanilamide and N(I-napthyl) ethylene diaminedihydrochloride (NEDA) reagents. The intensity of colour is determined by measuring the optical density at 540

nm using a spectrophotometer and the concentration of NOx is ascertained from the calibration

curve plotted using densities of knownNOx concentrations. Following standard reagents were

used for carrying out sampling and analysis of NOx. Absorbing Solution Sodium hydroxide pellets having 4gm weight were dissolved in 1 litre distilled water. This solution was used for absorbing oxides of nitrogen present in ambient air. Preparation of Calibration Curve

The standard sodium nitrate solution equivalent to 2,4,2,8 and 10to 2,4,2,8 and 10µg of NOx was diluted to 10 ml, using sodium hydroxide absorbing reagent in a series of 10 ml volumetric flasks. To these solutions, 1 ml hydrogen peroxide,10 ml sulphanilamide and 1.4 ml NEDA reagent were added. A reagent blank was also prepared in the same way. The above solutions were kept for 10 minutes for colour development. Optical solution of these solutions was then measured at 540 nm using a spectrophotometer against a reagent blank. A graph of optical

density on X-axis versus NOx concentration on Y-axis was plotted and then used for determining

the NOx content in ambient air samples. The NOx samples collected from the field were analyzed as follows: The volumes of samples were made up to its original volume using distilled water, to compensate for the evaporation losses during sampling. 10 ml of sample were then pitted from its corrected volume in a series of volumetric flasks. To these samples, 1 ml hydrogen peroxide, 10 ml sulphanilamide and 1.4 ml NEDA reagents were added. The optical density of these solutions was then measured 10 minutes after the addition of the reagents, at 540 nm using

spectrophotometer. The µg of NOx corresponding to optical densities were then determined from

calibration graph. The concentration of NOx was calculated by using the following equations: 3 3 µg/m of NOx= µg of NOx from calibration graph / (volume of air sampled in m X 0.35).

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Micrometeorology The transport and diffusion of the pollutants in the atmosphere is governed by meteorological factors. Therefore knowledge of meteorological characteristics is essential to assess the effect of pollution on the reports both animate as well as inanimate. While wind speed, wind direction and atmospheric stability are called primary or basic meteorological parameters because the dispersion of the pollutants depend mainly on these. Ambient temperature, humidity, precipitation, pressure and visibility are secondary meteorological parameters. As these control the dispersion of the pollutants indirectly by affecting primary parameters. Wind speed determines the rate of diffusion and travel time of air pollutant. The mean wind direction will be the indicative of the direction of travel of the pollutants. The effect of mining on environment, micro meteorological survey was undertaken for monitoring wind speed, wind direction, ambient temperature, relative humidity, etc. at every hour interval during the sampling period in which the micrometeorological data were collected.Windvane and cup counter anemometer was installed near quarry face for Dhar Tatoh mines. Wind speed and wind direction were recorded hourly during ambient air monitoring period. Dry and wet bulb hygrometer was installed in a shaded area where there is a steady flow of air around the mercury bulbs. Wick of wet bulb was kept continuously wet by using distilled water. Reading of dry and wet bulb is recorded hourly during ambient air monitoring period. Relative humidity was recorded for the corresponding periods. Wind roses are prepared based on the data collected for the period under monitoring

Dust fall Monitoring Dust particulates emitted from quartzite and shale mining activities have various sizes, shapes and weights. Lighter particles remain suspended in the atmosphere. Movement of these particulates is governed by the meteorological conditions of the area viz. wind speed, wind direction, temperature inversion, cloud cover etc. Heavier particles follow Stoke’s law and settle down under gravity. Quantity of dust particulates settling down under gravity at the particular place for a certain time period is called free dust fall.

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Free dust fall has an impact on soil quality and crop yield. The free dust fall monitoring was carried out by using an apparatus fabricated in accordance with I.S. 5182(part1) 1969. The apparatus was installed near the quarry face. In the dust fall collecting bottles 500 ml of distilled water was kept and 10 ml of copper sulphate was added in the distilled water to prevent growth of algae which would otherwise alter the chemical nature of the collected deposit. At the end of the monitoring period, dust fall collecting bowl, funnel and collecting pipe were filtered by using pre-weighed Whatman filter paper. The filter paper was then dried and weighed for its final weight and the filtrate was evaporated to know the quality of water soluble matter. The weight of suspended particle retained on the filter paper and the weight of water soluble after deducting allowance for copper sulphate was added to give total weight of free dust fall. The dust fall was then calculated by using following equation: D.F.R= (WX10-3)/A X T Where D.F.R is the dust fall rate in tonne per square kilometer per month. A=area of dust fall collecting bowl in m2. T= monitoring period in month. The dust fall rate monitored near the quarry face was 1.05 tonnes/km2/month

Respirable Dust Therespirable dust was collected by a respirable dust sampler APS 2K of Lawrence & Mayo make at all three sampling stations. The values are well within the limits. The sampling locations are enclosed in Plate No. XII of approved mine plan.

Soil Quality Monitoring Soil samples were collected from the mining area for the different land use pattern near Dhar Tatoh mines. The samples were analyzed as per the I.S. methods for particle size distribution, pH, moisture content, water holding capacity, organic matter, ammonical nitrogen, potassium phosphorous, copper, lead, chromium and cadmium. The soils are texturally loamy sand. However, sand, clay, silt and gravel percentages are varying in soil samples. The soil samples are found to be suitable for plantation purposes.

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Conclusion

Suspended particulate matter (SPM) level monitored during post monsoon season. PM2.5 levels 3 monitored in Dhar-Tatoh Shale mines were in the range of 51µg/m and PM10 level was 93µg/m3. All the values are below the limits as per the test reports given in Annexure 14.Compared to the local traffic pollution, the mining activities are hardly contributing to the

SPM values. Sulphur dioxide (SO2) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) levels monitored at the project site are below 80 µg/m3.

Buffer Zone Air Quality The ambient air values are within the prescribed limits as compared to the local traffic pollution. The mining activities are hardly contributing to the SPM values.

Dust Fall Rate The respirable particulate matter (RPM) values are well below the prescribed limit.

Water Quality Survey The samples collected from the bore well motor, near Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mines are having parameters within limits. The water samples are found suitable for human consumption. Mine works are on the top of hill ground water table is much below the surface. There is no impact on water regime. Test report is enclosed as Annexure 15. Ground Water: Mine works are on the top of hill, ground water table is much below the surface. There is no impact on ground water regime.

Noise Environment The noise monitoring near the Dhar Tatoh Quartzite and Shale mines are having parameters within limits. It is found that the ambient day time noise levels 1 hour Leq. is suitable for human. The test report for ambient noise is enclosed as Annexure 16.

Soil Quality Survey The soil samples are texturally loamy sand to sandy soil as per the test reports given in Annexure 13.

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Monitoring Schedule and Parameters Table 12: Monitoring Schedule and Parameters.

Sr.No. Activities Description 1. Top soil storage,preservation There is no top soil hence proposal for preservation and utilization of the same is not envisaged. 2. Waste dump management No waste is being generated during mining whatever material is collected is transported in its original shape. Hence no waste management is required. 3. Plantation Programme Plantation will be raised along both sides of roads, civic amenities around the lease area which will be developed as green belt. 4. Quality of air 24 hourly samples once in a six month except monsoon season will be collected at the mine site and nearby villages and analyzed. 5. Noise Transportation vehicles used for dispatch of mined material are source of noise pollution at mine site. Hence will be measured once in a six month. 6. Quality and make of water Mining will not have any impact on surface and including surface and ground ground water, however monitoring of parameters water will be done once in a six month. 7. Soil No major impact on soil due to mining operations is expected. Soil parameters will be monitored once in a year. 8. Topography and drainage Mined out area will be replenished every year during monsoon, hence as such no topographical impact will be seen. Mining will be carried out after leaving 7.5 meters from the outer periphery of adjoining land as a safety zone.

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Sr.No. Activities Description 9. Local transport infrastructure Tippers are main vehicles running on the road for mineral transportation. The present road network is adequate to handle the load of the project.

Environment Impact Assessment: Anticipated Impacts on Air Quality: Mining activities include excavation and lifting of minerals. There is certain amount of dust generation during mining operations like transport, loading of mineral. Therefore the dust generated is likely to be insignificant. Transportation of minerals will be done on road by using tippers. Fugitive dust emission is expected from the transportation of tippers on the haul road. Anticipated Impacts on Water Quality:

There is no generation of any liquid effluent, hence it has no permanent and direct impact on the physico-chemical characteristics. There is no possibility of degrading of quality of water going out of mining area. Anticipated Impacts on Noise Level: The proposed mining activity is mechanized in nature due to hard nature of the quartz and shale minerals. No drilling and blasting is envisaged for the mining activity. Hence the only anticipated impact is due to sounds of machines used for excavation and movement of vehicles deployed for transportation of minerals. Generation of noise by the quarry equipment and machinery is much below human tolerance limit. The exposure to excessive noise levels in any environment can lead to disturbed sleep, insomnia and fatigue, decrease in speech reception, communication, distraction and diminished concentration. However, as there are no receptors i.e biodiversity rich areas are absent, or dense settlements in the immediate vicinity of the project site. To combat the impacts of noise pollution appropriate mitigation measures will be adopted in the EMP of the project. PPEs like noise earplugs, mufflers, helmet etc. will be provided. Impacts on Land Environment The mining activities involved the extraction of Quartzite and Shale. Activity may cause a few environmental degradations and the most anticipated are detailed hereunder.

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 Soil erosion  Deforestation  Changes in habitat type. Vibration Level due to blasting Blasting will not be used during mining operation. Hence question of impact due to blasting does not arise. Anticipated Impacts on Biological Environment

The mining activity will have insignificant effect on the existing flora and fauna. The purpose of the project itself is to save the flora around the mining area.  As there are no critical Wildlife areas around the project site. A letter from Divisional Forest Officer no. 5938 dated 02/11/2017 stating there are no boundaries of National Park, Wildlife Sanctuary within the radius of I km from the mining site at Dhar Tatoh which is enclosed as Annexure-2.Thus, mining may have minimal impact on the wild life, in the project area habitat, and will not have significant effect on wildlife and nearby residents. Thus appropriate measures will be taken under mitigation plan.  Reduction in the yield of agriculture due to deposition of dust on the leaves, etc.

Water Regime

There will be no impact on water regime due to mining operation as the mining activities are done on the top of hill and the ground water table is much below the surface. Water requirement will be met from Gagal Cement Works water treatment plant.

Impact of Solid waste Management

There is very thin capping of top soil in mineralized area and mineral is exposed at many places, however the top soil encountered in small quantities shall be utilized for plantation purposes. There is no rejects in the lease area, thus all mineral produced will be consumed at the cement plant. No solid waste will be generated.

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Socioeconomic

Due to mining operation, surrounding population will be benefited due to direct and indirect employment. Historical Monuments

As there is no historical monument in the area so, there will be no impact due to mining.

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B. Environment Management Plan &Mitigation Measures

Environment Management Plan Special emphasis on environment protection has been laid during the preparation of the Plan. Mining has been planned in such a manner so as to have least adverse impact on the present environment scenario at the project site. While preparing this plan, the area within a radius of 500 m of the lease area has been marked in Plate No.XII - Environment Plan. The pit position at the end of each year for next 5 years has been shown which will indicate trend of working under the project and due to working what are impacts and at the same time the plantation at the end of each year (Plate VI to X). One season base line data- Post Monsoon Season was collected and enclosed in approved mine plan.

Baseline Information a. Existing Land Use Pattern: The total area of the mining site is of 4.88 Ha. It falls under unprotected forest. The land is having shrubs and bushes. Entire area is virgin area. b. Water Regime: There is no major source of water in the Mining Lease area. The seasonal nalah shown in Southern part of Mining Lease has dried up at the time of visit to sampling site. Thus, water samples could not be collected for analysis from the upstream and downstream of nalah. Hence, a sample of bore well water has been collected for analysis. The test report of the same from NABL Accredited Laboratory is enclosed as Annexure 14.

c. Flora and Fauna: Only few trees are found in mining lease area and local species of trees are Shisham, Kher and Lantana. Wild animals such as jackels, squirrel and wild cats are found in this area. d. Quality of air, ambient noise level and water.

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Air sampling has been done by high volume air sampler instrument at different places within the core zone area at the time of Mining Plan design and approval. The samples have been analyzed for Suspended Particulate Matter (mg/M), Sulphur

Dioxide (SO2) mg/M), Nitrogen Oxide (NO), Carbon Monoxide (CO) (mg/M). Quality of the present noise level is recorded using dB meter. The water sample analysis has been carried out showing pH value, total suspended solid (mg/l) dissolved solids (mg/l), oil and grease.

Again, a recent sampling of ambient air, water and noise was done during the preparation of Environment Management Plan near the project site with a team of members from the NABL Accredited Laboratory. The test reports are enclosed as Annexure 13,14,15 &16. e. Climate conditions: The area is having a hill climate with winter starting from November and lasting up to March. Summer starts by April and monsoon by July. The area is known for its extreme climate. Annual mean temperature: Maximum 41.50 and Minimum 20C. Average annual rainfall is 1200 mm. f. Human settlement: Nearest human settlement of village Dhar Tatoh is located with a distance 0.530 km in the south of mining site. g. Public buildings, places buildings and monuments within 5km from Mining lease area. There are no public buildings, monuments within 500 m from mining lease area. h. Does the area fall under notified area under Water Conservation and Control of Pollution Act 1974. Yes, the area falls under Water Conservation and Control of Pollution Act 1974. However, all precautions suggested by Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board shall be implemented.

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Environment Management Plan Implementation Environment Management Plan serves no purpose if it is not implemented with true spirit. Some loopholes in the EMP can also be detected afterwards when it is implemented and monitored. Thus, an implementation and monitoring programme has to be prepared. Mining will be carried out in the proposed lease to extract 1,00,000 tonnes per annum of quartzite and shale for the period of 5 years. Extraction will be carried out for the proposed production target. The major attributes of environment are not confined to the mining site alone. Implementation of proposed control measures and monitoring programme has an implication on the surrounding area as well as for the region. Therefore, mine management will strengthen the existing control measures as elaborated earlier in this report and monitor the efficacy of the control measures implemented within the mining area relating to the following specific areas for mining:  Collection of air and water samples at strategic locations with frequency suggested and by analyzing thereof. If the parameters exceed the permissible tolerance limits, corrective regulation measure will be taken.  Collection of soil samples at strategic locations once in every year and analysis thereof with regard to deleterious constituents, if any.  The effectiveness of drainage system depends upon proper cleaning of allDrains provided in the surrounding of mine area. Any blockage due to siltation or loose material will be checked at least once in a month.  Measurement of water level fluctuations at the nearby ponds, dug wells and bore wells shall also be carried out once during the every season by local survey with villagers.  Measurement of noise levels at mine site, stationary and mobile sources and adjacent villages will be done in every quarter of the year.  Plantation/afforestation will be done as per programme i.e. along the road sides  and near civic amenities, which will be allotted by Government bodies as it is not feasible to plant trees near the mine lease area. Post plantation, the area will be regularly monitored in every season for evaluation of success rate. For selection of plant species local people will also be involved.

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 M/s ACC limited, Gagal Cement Works, will be responsible for the implementation of EMP.

Amenities/Facilities For effective and proper working of the mine, it has been proposed to construct and provide site services like first aid, rest shelter, urinals& latrine, haulage roads etc. as per the statutory requirements. Mine workers and staff will be staying at colony which is 14 km from mine site having full-fledged facilities for Gagal Cement Works as well as Dhar Tatoh Mine. Following facilities are existing in colony of Gagal Cement Works.  Occupational Health Center- A well-equipped health center is provided at the colony which has full time male & female medical officers assisted by compounders & nurses. Necessary free medicines and medical aid is available for the Company’s employees as well as for inhabitants of the nearby village.  Housing- The employees are provided with well-designed houses having electricity and water connections. The colony is well laid out with tree lined lanes, parks and nursery etc.  School- A primary cum secondary school has been provided in the colony which is run by D.A.V. management with assistance of A.C.C.  Bank- The State Bank of India, Bank of Patiala and Punjab National Bank has local branches near our colony for the benefit of employees.  Post Office- Barmana post office near colony is having Telegram/STD facilities.  Co-operative Society- The employees Co-operative Society are given by the management. It provides household commodities, stores and controlled items at low prices.  Recreation Club- Recreational facilities for the employees and their family members have been also provided i.e. Club Hall well equipped with indoor and outdoor games library, television and film screening facilities.

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Air environment mitigation measures

The proposed mining operations are not anticipated to raise the concentration of the pollutants beyond prescribed limits. However the following measures would be adopted to mitigate the Particulate Matter levels in ambient air. Dust particles generated during various mining activities

when become airborne lead to increase in PM10 level in the ambient air. The major source of dust generation is the transport of material by tippers. Adequate control measures shall be taken during mining operations as well as transportation of minerals. The following steps shall be taken during mining operations as well as transportations.

 The only air pollution sources are the road transport network of the tippers. The dust suppression measures like water sprinkling will be done on the un-metaled part of the haul road.  Utmost care will be taken to prevent spillage of quartzite and shale from the tippers and materials will be covered with tarpaulin sheet.  Overloading will be prevented.  Plantation activities in consultation with village Panchayat along the roads will reduce the impact of dust in the nearby villages.

Water Environment Mitigation Measures On the southern side of mining area, check dam shall be built over seasonal nalah to control erosion/ sedimentation. Parapet walls will be constructed for top soil dump and nalah on the southern side of lease area.

Noise Environment Mitigation Measures The only impact of sound will be machines used for excavation and movement of vehicles deployed for transportation of minerals. The following control measures shall be taken to keep the ambient noise level well within limits.  Minimum use of horns and speed limit of 10 km in the village areas.

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 Only Pollution Control Certificate Vehicles will be used for transportation.  Care will be taken to produce minimum sound during loading and excavation.

Land Environment Mitigation Measures In order to prevent the environmental degradation of mining area and its surroundings, the following measures shall be taken.  Mining will be carried out after leaving 5 meters from the outer periphery of adjoining land as a safety zone.  Operation will be carried out during day time.  Plantation will be done along both sides of roads and civic amenities around the mining site which will be developed as green belt.  Non metaled roads near mining area will be sprinkled with water at regular intervals. In addition to prevent spillage by tippers over loading should be controlled along with speed limit.

Biological Environment Mitigation Measures There is a requirement to establish a stable ecosystem with both ecological and economic returns. Minimization of soil erosion and dust pollution enhances the beauty of the core and the buffer zone. To achieve this, plantation of suitable plant species and trees are proposed. The basic objectives of plantation are as follows:-  Improvement of soil quality  Quick vegetation covers to check soil erosion.  Conservation of biological diversity.  Provide forage and browse for wild life.

Other Environment Safeguards  Prior to commencement of mining, short awareness programme will be conducted for laborers to make them aware of environment friendly actions and various precautions to be taken while working. Such programme will be repeated occasionally Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 52

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 No tree cutting, chopping, lumbering, uprooting of shrubs and herbs will be allowed.  Care will be taken that noise produced during vehicles movement for carrying of quartzite and shale are within the permissible noise level.

Socio- Economic Environment It is important that the sustainability of socio economic recovery of the area is based on several factors and one of them is the growth of rural business. Establishing a sustainable pattern of development is a key challenge in an area, and improving resource efficiency is a top priority to achieve this goal. Land acquisition, stress/increase on utilities and services, community health impact, stress on medicinal plants, impact on archaeological monuments and culturally/religiously important locations will not occur due to the project. Programme of Afforestation Following plantation Programme has been planned. a) Year wise programme of plantation for five years. Plantation will be taken up northern boundary where work will be first started. List of plant species to be planted for five years are provided in table 10 section 6.3, page no 29. b) Programme of plantation after first five years. Plantation along boundaries will be progressively taken up. Development of green belt is proposed as soon as the mining pit becomes matured for abandonment progressively. However, plantation at the Southern of lease boundary area shall be done year wise year wise production and development plan. Top benches will be mined during first five years shall be utilized for plantation by spreading top soil/ shale in a phased manner. The entire area excavated shall be planted by plantation at the end of life of mine in a phased manner. 1. Incase abandoned quarries/ pits are proposed to be used as reservoir- Their size water holding capacity and proposal for utilization of such water. Mine workings will be on top of the hill. Topography of mine workings shall be such that water cannot be stored in the said area. During rainy season, rain water will not accumulate.

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2. As there will be no dump, thus stabilization and vegetation of dumps along with waste dump management will not be applicable. 3. Measures to control erosion/ Sedimentation of water courses: On Southern side of mine lease area, check Dam shall be built over seasonal nalah to control erosion/ sedimentation. Parapet walls will be constructed for stabilization of main haulage road. Retaining walls will be constructed for top soil dump and nalah on Southern side of lease area. It is enclosed in plate no. XII of Approved Mine Plan. Treatment and disposal of water from mine will not be applicable. 4. Measures for minimizing adverse effects on water regime Mine workings are on the top of hill also ground water table is much below the surface. There is no impact on water regime. 5. Protective measures for ground vibration/air blast caused by blasting Mining activities includes excavations and lifting of minerals so, blasting will not apply. 6. Socio economic benefits out of mining As the level of activity for mining is small, part of population will benefited due to increase in their earnings and thus standard of living will be improved. 7. Monitoring schedules for different environmental components after the commencement of mining and other related facilities: One season baseline data has been prepared during the preparation of Mining Plan. Four season data shall be collected for various environmental parameters as per Chief Controller of Mines (CCOM) circular No. 2/917 3/92 periodically. Also a recent sampling for different environment components was done during the preparation of Environment Management Plan near the project site with a team of members from the NABL Accredited Laboratory. 8. Any other Information In conclusion, it can be said that mining operation is safe and there will be no environmental deterioration. On the other hand, the local area will be benefited due to

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civic facilities and employment potential. The standard of living will be also improved in the surrounding area.

Corporate Social Responsibility Gagal cement works under M/s ACC Ltd. is already implementing following CSR activities in and around Panjgain area, details given as following: 1) Constructed school buildings of GSSS Panjgain and GMS Dhaun Kothi. 2) Project for improving quality of education in GSSS Panjgain and GMS Dhaun Kothi executed by deploying supplementary teachers, Mobile projector fitted with computer ( K-Yan) libraries established . 3) Constructed parking for villagers of the area 4) Constructed small bridge in Gahar Tikri Village of Dhaun Kothi Village 5) All the footpaths connecting Panjgain from villages like Baloh, Dhaon , Kothi , Thad manal, Kanon, Ropa made pucca and remaining in Pipeline . 6) Swablamban project for self-help group of women executed in the area women given training on various income generating activities like, Mushroom cultivation , knitting , pickle making and vermin composting . 7) MOU signed with NABARD for watershed development in this area.

Thus, the above activities validate that the project proponent is already involved actively in the implementation of CSR activities in and around the project site, and will continue to do the same in the present project for further improvement and strengthening of the local infrastructural facilities and capacity building of the stakeholders under the project. Few of the suggested activities under the present project activities are as below:

 Regular health checkup camps for the workers engaged in mines shall be organized.  Occupational health surveillance programme of the workers shall be undertaken. Periodically observe any contractions due to exposure to dust and take corrective measures, if needed.

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 Local needs of habitants like school, sanitation, drinking water etc. shall be considered positively for the well-being of the nearby villagers and will continue to implement the same.  Thus, for the overall socio – economic development and welfare of people residing in nearby villages is above 2% of the project cost will be spent per year. This will ensure to build goodwill for the project locally and contributing their part to the society.

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C. Rainwater Harvesting

Climate Climate of the district is temperate to sub- tropical. The details of the climate are mentioned in section 4.7, page no.25.

Rainfall July marks the beginning of monsoon season in Bilaspur and lasts till early September. The area receives rainfall during monsoon period extending from June to September and also non- monsoon period (winter). The annual average rainfall1 in the area is about 1106.28 mm and about 81.5% rainfall occurs during monsoon period. The place looks beautifully fresh having been washed by the rains.

Temperature The minimum and maximum temperature varies from 1.3o C in January to 34.7o C in May.

Soil Type The soils of the District vary in texture generally from loamy sand to sandy soil. However, sand, clay, silt, and gravel percentages are varying in soil samples. The soil is suitable for plantation purposes. Hydro-geologically, both the unconsolidated valley fill and alluvial formations are occurring in the valley area and semi-consolidated sediments belonging to Siwalik Group form aquifer system in the district. Porous alluvial formation forms the most prolific aquifer system in the valley area where as the sedimentary semi-consolidated formation forms the aquifer of low yield prospect. The groundwater in the Siwalik group of rocks occur under unconfined to semi confined conditions mainly in the arenaceous rocks viz., sandstone, siltstone, gravel & boulder beds etc. The occurrence and movement of groundwater is controlled by inter-granular pore spaces and also the secondary fracture porosity. Siwalik sediments underlying hilly/undulating areas where springs (mostly gravity/contact type) and bowriesare the main groundwater structures apart from the hand pumps. The discharges of the springs, varies from seepages to 0.50 lps. Necessary precautions shall be taken to avoid any contaminated water entering into the recharge structures. Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 57

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 Water level is deep enough 8m and adequate subsurface storage space is available.  Permeable strata are available at shallow/moderate depth.  Where adequate quantity of surface water is available for recharge to groundwater.  If groundwater quality is bad and our aim is to improve it.  Where there is possibility of intrusion of saline water especially in coastal areas.  Where the evaporation rate is very high from surface water bodies.  In other areas, rain water harvesting techniques may be adopted.

Design considerations The important aspects to be looked into for designing the rain water harvesting system to augment groundwater resources are:

 Hydrogeology of the area including nature and extent of aquifer, soil cover, topography, depth to water level and chemical quality of water.  The availability of source water one of the prime requisite for groundwater recharge, basically assessed in terms of non-committed surplus monsoon runoff.  Hydro meteorological characters like rainfall duration, general pattern and intensity of rainfall.  Small ponds/tanks/talavs can be utilized for recharging groundwater. These structures can be constructed for harvesting water and to meet the domestic needs.  In hilly terrain, springs and perennial nalah are the major sources of water. Shallow to medium depth bore wells fitted with hand pump are useful groundwater structures for meeting the domestic needs and are feasible at favorable areas.

Computation of Rainfall & approach for Artificial Recharge to Groundwater As per Central Groundwater Board in Bilaspur District report, reveals that the overall groundwater quality is good and is suitable for domestic and irrigation use. The groundwater of the district is alkaline4 in nature. pH of shallow groundwater ranges from 7.43 to 8.20. The

4District Ground Water Brochure of Bilaspur District, Himachal Pradesh Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 58

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electrical conductivity (EC) in the area ranges from 190 to 965 µS/cm. The district being hilly and mountainous, most of the rainfall goes waste as runoff. This has resulted in decrease of recharge to groundwater. In such hard rock terrain, since the aquifers are different in various parts of the district. Implementations of recharge mechanisms shall ensure the balance between the discharge vis-à-vis recharge relationships of the aquifer system and improve the groundwater quality. The annual average rainfall in the area is about 1106.28 mm.

It is proposed to implement rain water harvesting structures and artificial recharge to groundwater by diverting the runoff that is generated from the catchment area, roof top areas, paved areas, roads and green belt areas for recharging into the groundwater system. In the hilly areas, roof top rainwater harvesting structures like storage tanks are recommended while in low hill ranges both i.e. check dams and roof top rainwater harvesting structures may be adopted. Underground tanks, ponds, weirs etc. may also developed. In Hilly and Inter-mountainous area- Percolation Tanks, Modification of Village tanks as recharge structure, Gabion Structure, Contour Bunds can be developed. In hard Rock Area- Recharge through Abandoned Dug Wells/BoreWells/TubeWells, Modification of Village tanks as recharge structure, Gabion Structure, Percolation Tanks can also be developed.

Rain Water Harvesting & Artificial Recharge within Project premises Based on the site plan and the land use pattern of the project area, the computation of rainfall runoff of entire project will be as existing demand5 of water under the project 4 KLD. During rainy season rain water will not accumulate since mine working will be on top of the hill. The mining shall be done in benching pattern of 5 m height and 5m width. Benching will commence from RL 955 and end at 882 RL. Mine workings are on the top of hill groundwater table is much below the surface. There is no impact on water regime. But in the project area, the following designs for rain water harvesting and artificial recharge can be prepared: 1. Contour Bunding 2. Gabion Structure 3. Rain Water Harvesting Through Gully Plug

5Approved Mine Plan Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 59

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Design of Recharge facility

Contour Bunding It is a watershed management practice aimed at building up soil moisture; storage involves construction of small embankments or bunds across the slope of the land. They derive their names from the construction of bunds along contours of equal and elevation. This technique is generally adopted in areas where gently sloping agricultural lands with very long slope lengths are available and the soils are permeable. This method can apply to the mining site so that it can help for plantation of trees after the mining period. Schematic diagram of a typical system of contour bunds6is shown in figure 8 & 9.

Fig. 8 Schematic diagram of a typical Contour Bund in Plain view

Trench

Fig. 9 Schematic diagram of a typical Contour Bund in sectional view.

6Model Designs for Rainwater Harvesting and Artificial Recharge, CGWB,2010 Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 60

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Contour bunding involves construction of narrow-based trapezoidal embankments (bunds) along contours to impound water behind them, which infiltrates into the soil and ultimately augment groundwater recharge.

Gabion Structure This is a kind of check dam commonly constructed across small streams to conserve stream flows with practically no submergence beyond stream course. A small bund across the stream is made by putting locally available boulders in a mesh of steel wires and anchored to the stream banks. The height of such structures is around 0.5 m and is normally used in the streams with width of less than10 m. The excess water over flows this structure storing some water to serve as source of recharge. The silt content of stream water in due course is deposited in the interstices of the boulders in due course and with growth of vegetation, the bund becomes quite impermeable and helps in retaining surface water runoff for sufficient time after rains to recharge the groundwater body. This design7 of rainwater harvesting will apply to the Nalah which is near the mining site so that this water can be used for mining purposes. Also it will help to recharge the groundwater as well as for the domestic use of the nearby village.

Fig.10 Schematic diagram of a Gabion Structure.

7Model Designs for Rainwater Harvesting and Artificial Recharge, CGWB,2010 Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 61

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Rain Water Harvesting Through Gully Plug Gully Plugs are built using local stones, clay and bushes across small gullies and streams running down the hill slopes carrying drainage to tiny catchments during rainy season. Gully Plugs help in conservation of soil and moisture. The sites for gully plugs may be chosen whenever there is a local break in slope to permit accumulation of adequate water behind the bunds. These are suitable for Hilly and Inter-mountainous area like Himachal Pradesh.

Thus, it is proposed that during the mine closure plan under the project, the above structures8 will be constructed to check erosion near the project site to ensure infiltrations of the water runoff during rainfall. It can help to recharge the underground aquifer of the project area.

Compliance of Various Environmental Regulations: The proponent shall abide by the following statutory provisions for environmental regulations

(i) The provisions made under the E(P) Rules and notifications issued there under; (ii) The provisions made under Fly ash Utilization Notification No. S.O. 763 (E), dated: 14.09.1999; (iii) The provisions made under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 and notifications issued there under; and (iv) The provisions made under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. (v) The burrow pits rehabilitation guidelines specifications of Indian Bureau of Mines for minor minerals. (vi) There is no possibility of accident and fire hazard during the project activities; however necessary measures shall be taken during any such situations. (vii) Implementation of EMP will cost about Rs. 13,43,000 per annum and it shall be managed by the project proponent. (viii) M/s ACC Ltd. Gagal Cement Works, Village Dhar Tatoh, district Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh will be responsible for the implementation of EMP.

8Model Designs for Rainwater Harvesting and Artificial Recharge, CGWB,2010 Consultant: Eco Laboratories & Consultants Pvt. Ltd. E-207, Industrial Area, Phase VIII-B, Sec. 74, Mohali, Punjab, 160071 NABET Approved EIA Consultant vide 211th Accreditation Committee Meeting for Initial Accreditation held on January 05, 2018, www.ecoparyawaran.org Page 62

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As Per Notification No. S.O.141 (E) Dated 15th January 2016 of the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change

(i) Prior environmental clearance has now become mandatory for mining of minor minerals irrespective of the area of mining lease; (ii) A district Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority hereinafter to as the DEIAA shall be constituted by the Central Government under sub-section (3) of section 3 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 comprising of four members including a Chairperson and a Member-Secretary.

(iii) The B2 Category projects pertaining to mining of minor mineral of lease area less than or equal to five hectare shall require prior environmental clearance from DEIAA. The DEIAA shall base its decision on the recommendation of DEAC. (iv) Application for Prior Environmental Clearance (EC) An application seeking prior environmental clearance in all cases shall be made by the project proponent in the prescribed Form 1 annexed herewith and Supplementary Form 1A, if applicable, as given in Appendix II after the identification of prospective site (s) for the project or activities to which the application relates; and in Form 1M for mining of minor minerals up to five hectare under Category ‘B2’ projects, as given in Appendix VIII, before commencing any construction activity, or preparation of land, or mining at the site by the project proponent. The project proponent shall furnish along with the application, a copy of the pre-feasibility project report, in addition to Form 1, Form 1A, and Form 1M; and in case of construction projects or activities (item 8 of the Schedule), a copy of the conceptual plan shall be provided instead of pre- feasibility report. The mining activity shall be undertaken in accordance with the environment conditions and mining contract/permit conditions as prescribed in the Himachal Pradesh Minor mineral Rules 2013.

No sqlS H.P. Forest Department b Dated, Biraspur,h. \ l> '{rt From:- Divisional Forest Offi cer, Bilaspur Forest Division, Bilaspur', (FIP)

To: LSK Prasad, Chief Managet Geology, ACC Barmana, Bilaspur, (HP)

Subject:- Regarding Noc of Processing of Dhar Tatoh Mines.

Memo:- Reference to your application dated 28.10.2A17 on the subject cited above. It is intimated that there is no boundary of National I'ark and Wild-Life Sanctuary within the radius of I Km. from tlre rnining site at Dhar Tatoh. This is for favour of your kind information and necessary action.

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