May’ 2020
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
OF
M/s. GPA MINERALS (Mining of Quartz) Proprietrix: Smt. Katamreddy Prasuna, D.No.27/4/242, Flat No. 404, Sai Ahalya Homes, Near Children Park, Ramji Nagar, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh Site Address Lease Area: 16.512 Ha. Sy. No. 322(P) of Narrawada Village, 475/1,475/2,476,478 & 480 of Duttaluru Village, Duttaluru Mandal, S.P.S.R Nellore District, A.P
Production Capacity Mining of Quartz – 30119 MTPA
Primary Baseline Data Collected: December’ 2019 to February’ 2020
Approved ToR Lr. No: S EIAA/AP/NLR/MIN/11/2019/1381 – 336 Dated: 26.02.2020 Sector: 01 – Mining of Minerals, Cat –B
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M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0 INTRODUCTION M/s GPA Minerals, Prop: Smt. Katamreddy Prasuna applied for quarry lease for Quartz, Feldspar, Mica and Gravel over an extent of 23.00 Hectares (56.80 Acres) in Sy.No.s.322 (P) of Narravada & 475/1, 475/2, 476, 477, 478, 480, 481 of Duttaluru of Duttaluru Mandal, SPSR Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh State. The said quarry lease application was received by the Assistant Director of Mines and Geology, Nellore on 11.10.2018.
After careful examination of the proposals of the Assistant Director of Mines & Geology, Nellore, the Director of Mines & Geology, Ibrahimpatnam principle has decided to grant a quarry lease for Quartz over an extent of 16.512 Hectares (40.80 Acres) in Sy.No.322(P) Narrawada Village (Ac.11.50 cents), 475/1 (Ac.6.58 cents), 475/2 (Ac.7.64 cents), 476(Ac.5.25 cents), 478 (Ac.3.20 Cents) and 480 (Ac.6.63 cents) of Duttaluru Village, Duttaluru Mandal, S.P.S.R.Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh M/s GPA Minerals, Prop: Smt.Katamreddy Prasuna for a period of 20 years subject to submission of Approved Mining Plan within a period of 01 year from the date of issue of the notice under Rule 12(5)(c) of APMMC Rules, 1966 along with consent for Establishment from A.P.Pollution Control Board and Environmental Clearance from Ministry of Environment & Forests as per Environmental Impact Assessment Notification through S.O.1533, dated:14.09.2006 by Director of Mines & Geology, Ibrahimpatnam, vide Notice No. 2868/R3-1/2019, Dated: 05.07.2019.
The Mining plan approved vide Letter No: 546/MP/Quartz/NLR/2019, Dated: 27.09.2019.
The proposed Project M/s. GPA Minerals extends over an area of 16.512 Ha. As per the latest National Green Tribunal (NGT) New Delhi issued orders in O.A. No. 186 of 2016 dated 13.9.2018 & in E.A. No. 55/2018 of O.A. No. 520/2016 dated 11.12.2018 & Office Memorandum F. No. L-11011/175/2018-IA-II (M) dated: 12.12.2018 that projects with individual area or cluster area of mine leases from 5 to 25 Hectares falls
under category B2 at par with category B1, attracts Public Hearing and necessitates obtaining the Environmental Clearance from State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA). M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Presentation of TOR has been made before the SEAC committee and the TOR has been issued by SEIAA, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh vide Lr. No. SEIAA/AP/NLR/MIN/11/2019/1381 – 336 Dated: 26.02.2020. As per the TOR baseline data has been prepared for one season i.e., non-monsoon season. The study area consists of the core zone (lease area) and the buffer zone comprising area within 10 km radius from the mine area.
In order to fulfill the further necessary requirements for obtaining the Environmental Clearance for this mining activity, the proponent has initiated steps to carryout required Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study in and around the proposed mine lease area.
This assessment is performed to identify the likely Environmental Impacts and based on the findings; an effective Environmental Management Plan is in place as per the EIA Notification 2006 general guidelines and the revised Model TOR outlined for Mining projects.
The standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) will be met and adhered to.
This study covers an area surrounding the project site with a radial distance of 5 km from the proposed mining lease area. The baseline monitoring was carried out during the Period of December 2019 to February’2020.
1.1 SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROJECT SITE The mine lease area falls under the Topo sheet No. 57 N/5 bearing following details: Toposheet No. : 57 N/5 Latitude : 14°52'11.14"N to 14°52'34.29"N Longitude : 79°27'53.04"E to 79°28'11.93"E
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Details about Project site:
Name of the project M/s. GPA Minerals Mining of Quartz Extent 16.512 Ha Capacity Maximum Production: Quartz - 30119 MTPA Location of the project District & State S.P.S.R Nellore & Andhra Pradesh Mandal Duttaluru Mandal Village Narravada Village & Duttaluru Village Latitude 14°52'11.14"N to 14°52'34.29"N Longitude 79°27'53.04"E to 79°28'11.93"E General climatic conditions Maximum Temperature 38°C Minimum Temperature 20°C Annual average rain fall 1084 mm Relative Humidity 60% to 80% General location details Nearest Habitation Bandakindipalle Village at a distance of 1.44 km Nearest city Duttaluru Mandal at a distance of 6.57 km District headquarters Nellore at 71.43 kms Nearest railway station Sri Venkateswarapalem Railway Station at 55.66 km from the mining site. Nearest Airport Kadapa Airport at 84.51 km Archaeological/Historically None within 10 km radius important site Infrastructure Facilities Hospitals and schools are present in Duttaluru Mandal Sanctuaries/National parks None within 10 km radius Nearest RF/PF Yerukollu Gundemadakala R.F-1.58 kms-SE Reserve Forest-2.48 km-North Utukuru R.F-4.48 kms-SW Gudiveripalem R.F-5.87 km-SE M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dattuluru R.F-8.81 km-SW New Extension R.F-8.86 km Nearest Water Bodies Second Order Stream- with in Lease area Dry Tank – Adjacent to the site- SW Brahmeshwaram Katta Cheruvu-1.13 km-SW Kaveru River-9.30 km-SE Nerella Vagu-6.92 km-NE Pilaperu River-7.94 kms-NW M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TOPO MAP AROUND 10 KM RADIUS M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.2 DETAILS OF PRODUCTION YEAR WISE PRODUCTION FOR ENSUING FIVE YEARS PERIOD It is proposed to product 149547 MT of Quartz during the next five years plan period with an average annual production of 29909 MT of Quartz from an area of 18761 m2. Benches of 3 m height will be developed during the plan period.
YEAR WISE & SECTIONAL WISE PRODUCTION OF QUARTZ
Year Production (ROM) Quartz @ 70% MT MT 1st year 42763 29934 2nd year 42513 29759 3rd year 42563 29794 4th year 42773 29941 5th year 43028 30119
Total 213640 149547
Average 42728 29909
Mineable Reserves: The estimation of pegmatite reserves is made by using the cross sectional method. The geological cross sections are prepared at an interval of 30 mts, across the strike of the ore body. The thickness of deposit is arrived on the basis of exposure of the pegmatite body. The volume of pegmatite falling between the surface and 17 mts depth is included in the proved category and that lying between 17 mts and 27 mts depth in the probable category. The proved and probable reserves are estimated by cross sectional method. Area of cross section was taken by deducting 7.5 m buffer zone. Thus the area of cross section will be mineable only.
Total Mineable Reserves : 253024 MT Annual Average Production : 29909 MT Life of the Mine = Total Mineable Reserves / Annual Avg. Production = 253024 / 29909 = 8.46 say 9 years M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.3 MINING PROCESS It is proposed to operate the mine by semi mechanized method of open cast mining with systematic & scientific method of mining. Bench height will be maintained at 3m and width will be maintained more than bench height as per the statutory requirements and slope of benches will be maintained at 600.The applicant proposes to produce Quartz by drilling and blasting for progressing benches and for handling of ore/waste material. However, Drilling & blasting techniques will be used for hard formations only. The ore body is blasted and loaded by small size excavator in to tippers and transported to the end users and dump yards.
1.4 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION Quartz is medium hard will be excavated by excavators directly. Jack hammer drilling and blasting are mandatory for excavation of Quartz. The operations involve drilling, blasting & excavation by excavators and directly load into the Tippers/Tractors
1.5 PROPOSED MANPOWER
By this project many people will be benefited for their livelihood and get employment in this remote area.
Employment Details Employment Details
S. No. Category No’s. 1 Mines Manager 1 2 Mine Mate 1 3. Clerk 1 4. Drillers 2 5. Drivers 1 6. Semi Skilled Workers 19 Total 25
1.6 WATER SUPPLY The total water requirement for this mine is estimated to be 19.0 KLD. Out of which 1.5 KLD is for domestic purposes, 7.0 KLD is for dust suppression 3.5 KLD for wet drilling and 7.0 KLD for Green belt development. The source of water is through water tankers from nearby village. M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.7 BASELINE DATA The study area covers an area of 10km radius around the proposed mining site. The study includes detailed characterization of various Environmental components such as Air, Water, noise, Land and Socio-Economic within the study area.
OBJECTIVES OF STUDY AREA To assess the existing base line data of Air, Water, Noise, Land and Socio-economic environment. To evaluate the beneficial and adverse impacts of the proposed activity. To prepare an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) detailing control technologies and measures to be adopted for minimizing the impacts and improving the Environmental Quality. To predict the incremental levels of pollutants in the study area due to the proposed mining activity. To prepare post mining programme for monitoring and regulating Environmental parameters.
1.7.1 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTINGS:
Air Environment:
To know the existing ambient air quality, Eight sampling stations with in Core and buffer zone were identified and monitored for pollutants like, Particulate Matter – 10
(PM10), Particulate Matter – 2.5 (PM2.5), SO2, NOx and Free Silica. For this sampling
calibrated through samplers of PM2.5 & PM10 dust samplers. The Ambient air quality measured at mine site and surrounding stations with in the study zone showed the following maximum and minimum concentrations of the pollutants-
It may be seen that all the parameters i.e., PM 10, PM 2.5, SO2 and NOx are well within the range of 24 hr average of National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Silica was also monitored at all locations during the study period and was found to be Below Detectable limit.
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.7.2 Noise Pollution: The Ambient noise levels monitored within the study zone show a maximum and minimum values of 57.1 dB(A) at location N5 (Duttalur village) and 44.4 dB(A) at location N1 (Project site) in day time. In respect to this maximum and minimum values of 45.6 dB(A) at location N5 (Duttalur village) and 33.9 dB(A) at location N1 (Project site) in night time.
1.7.3 Water Environment: Ground water samples are collected from eight locations and surface water from four locations. All these samples are free from colour and pollutants.
Summary of Ground water: During the study period, the pH of the groundwater was found varying between 7.2 and 7.5. The pH values for all the samples collected in the study area during study period were found to be within the acceptable limits. The TDS of all the samples were below the permissible limit of 2000 mg/l. The Chloride levels in the groundwater samples collected in the study area were ranging from 151-222 mg/l In the groundwater samples collected from the study area, the hardness was found to be varying from 142 mg/l to 224 mg/l. In the groundwater samples of study area the fluoride values were found to be within a range of 0.46 mg/l to 0.68 mg/l. All the heavy metals in all samples were found to be below the permissible limits.
Summary of surface water: pH of the surface water collected was neutral with pH ranging from 7.3-7.6. TDS was found to be 238 mg/l to 266 mg/l. The tolerance limit of 1,500 mg/l as per IS:2296 Total hardness was found to be 96 mg/l to 119 mg/l Presence of Nitrate was recorded as 1.3 mg/l to 1.7 mg/l DO was observed as 6.1 mg/l to 6.7 mg/l Total coliform in water was 680 MPN/100ml to 750 MPN/100ml The likely source of bacteriological contamination was due to the proximity to residential area All the heavy metals were found to be within below detectable limits.
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.7.4 LAND ENVIRONMENT: Soil survey was carried out at 5 locations to assess the soil characteristics which include both physical and chemical details. Land Use Pattern: In the study area predominantly three crops are under cultivation i.e., Cashew, Mango & Paddy. The region is predominantly rural and suburban.
1.7.5 FLORA & FAUNA: No endangered species are found in the study area. No schedule – I species are found within 10km radius from the proposed project site.
1.7.6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT: The operation of the proposed mining activity could result in elevation of living standards of the people in nearby villages as it will generate work for the unemployed and further will result in the upliftment of their socio-economic status. The Management of M/s. GPA Minerals has proposed to give preference to local people for recruitment of personal for mining operation. Therefore the impact on socio- economic Environment could be beneficial.
1.8 WASTE DUMP MANAGEMENT Waste (from Waste Total Waste Year pegmatite) @ 30% (over burden) MT MT MT 1st year 12829 44723 57552 2nd year 12754 42865 55619 3rd year 12769 42225 54994 4th year 12832 42788 55620 5th year 12908 41413 54321
Total 64092 214014 278106
Average 12818 42803 55621 Source: Approved Mining Plan
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The waste material during plan period from pegmatite vein and OB will be 144615 m3 (278106 MT) only, dumping of the waste material is done on the south-west side in the applied area without affecting the surface water course. The proposed waste will be dumped at an area 1.5 Ha it will reach at a height of 30 mts.
1.9 RECLAMATION & REHABILITATION The area from which the Quartz is partially refilled by wind borne migrating sand dunes and replenishes the reserves. The mined out area can be used for backfilling for plantation and remaining will be rain water harvesting structures.
1.10 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES The total cost of the project would be around Rs. 153.0 Lakhs EMP Budget: Capital Cost : 12.7 Lakhs Recurring cost : 8.7 Lakhs/annum
1.11 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN The Environment Management Plan envisaged for this mining activity is described hereunder with a strong commitment to follow best environmental practices to reduce the negative implication to make this project a sustainable development endeavor. Environment Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in the study area of the proposed Mine Lease Area.
Air Environment: Mitigation measures proposed to maintain the air quality are as follows: Regular water sprinkling to suppress the dust on haul roads, service roads and mining face by truck mounted water tankers. Grading of haul roads, service roads time to time, to remove the accumulated dusty material will be done. Development of Green belt all around Plant and along mining area boundary. Periodical monitoring of air quality to take steps to control the pollutants.
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Noise Environment There will be intermittent noise levels due to vehicular movement and trucks loading. However the impact of noise on the surrounding area is likely to be minimal and appropriate mitigation measures will be adopted accordingly. Control Measures The Management Plan for controlling noise pollution is envisaged as follows. Selection of suitable machinery and equipment, Proper mounting of equipment, Providing noise insulation/padding wherever practicable and Machinery will be fitted with properly designed noise acoustic silencers. Proper maintenance and periodic lubrication of noise generating parts of the machines. Provision of thick plantation in and around the mine is planned in order to reduce the noise and prevent it from reaching to surrounding habitation area.
Water Environment There will not be any waste water generation except domestic waste water, therefore no post waste water monitoring required.
Water Pollution Management In anticipation of seasonal streams and run-off in the core zone, channels and bunds would be constructed and maintained to avoid any erosion and contamination. The mine pit water collected due to rains will be utilized for water spraying on the haul roads and for watering plantation. This water will be harvested for utilization in plantation watering, spraying on the haulage roads and mineral and waste dumps.
1.12 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY The company management shall give preference to local people through both direct and indirect employment. It will provide ample opportunity to the locals to up-lift their living standards by organizing events that propagate mutual benefits to all, such as health camps, awareness campaigns, donations to poorer sections of society and downtrodden. Educational needs of the region will be improved by encouraging the workers to allow their children to attend schools. M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Sufficient funds shall be allocated for these and other emergency needs. Adequate supply of potable water to the workers will be made during the working hrs. The mines department will supervise the safe working of the contractor and their employees. The working personnel will be provided with face masks, ear plugs, safety helmets and goggles in order to reduce health hazards. The proponent will provide all necessary provisions stipulated under the Mines Act. In addition a Safety committee will be formed and manned by equal participants from Management and Workers.
Personnel Protection Equipment (PPE) will be issued to each worker. Other safety equipments shall be used according to the nature of job involved.
1.13 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING Regular monitoring of various Environmental parameters shall be carried out to ascertain the following points, Status of air, noise, water, land pollution within the mining activity and in its vicinity; Generate data for predictive or corrective purpose in respect of environmental; and To assess and monitor Environmental impacts periodically.
1.14 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT The management firmly believes in the concept of safety and environmentally sustainable growth. The authorities and staff are very much concern in Environmental issues. The management is going to develop scientifically designed green belt around the premises to mitigate air and noise pollution impacts on the surroundings. The management proposed to monitor ambient air as per APPCB guidelines. All the employees will be provided with personnel protective equipment The management will provide safety training to all employees periodically and regularly.
M/s. GPA MINERALS – 16.512 Ha. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.15 CONCLUSION The management of M/s. GPA Minerals is committed to meet all stringent norms and to safe guard environment.