ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
and
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
for
Manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated & Plain) of Capacity 50,000 TPA & Non Asbestos Flat Sheets of Capacity 30,000 TPA.
March , 2020
M/s JRT Industries LLP Village-Sila, Tehsil-Mouza Silasundarighopa, District—Kamrup, Assam
Prepared by :
Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Accredited by QCI/NABET Certificate No. NABET/EIA/1720/SA 95, Valid up to September 20, 2020 (An approved Laboratory from NABL and MoEF&CC) Flat Nos.’ 5-8, 2nd Floor, Arif Chamber – V, Sector-H, Aliganj, Lucknow -226 024 (U.P.), Phone: (0522) 2746282, 2745726, Telefax: (0522) 2745726 E-mail: [email protected] JRT lndustries LLP Re8istered Office- H.N0-62, Tarun Nagar Bye Lane -2, Near CyBnett Repose Hotel, GS Road, Guwahati781005
Letter of Undertaking
We hereby certify that the contents (Information & Data) given in this report are correct. The prescribed TORs have been complied in the EIA report.
for IV/s JRT Industries LLP w* Director
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Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIMor proposed production of Asbestos Cement Sheets& Non Asbestos Flat SheetsProject of Mjs JRT Industries LLP Village-Sila, Tehsil-Mouza Silasundarighopa, Diso·ict Kamrup, Assam
L hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above EIA.
EIA coordinator: Dr.K. L. Satapathy Signature and Date: ~2...... Period of involvement: January, 2019 - August, 2019 Contact information: Ecomen Laboratories Pvl. Ltd., Flat No. 5-8, Arif Chamber-V, Sector-H, Aliganj, Dislt. Lucknow - 226 024, Mob.,9415410773
Functional area experts:
S. Functional Involvement Signature and Name of the expert/ s No. areas (period and task ...... ) date
january, 2019 - August, 2019 Identification of Mr. Praveen Kumar 1 . AI'" Locations, interpretation Dubey of data wrt to standard, statistical analysis ~~~ compilation etc. january, 2019 - August, Ms. Reena Tripathi 2019 IZ~ Identification of 2 WI'" Locations, Check the report wrt to standard, Mr. Rajneesh Compilation of report ~~ january, 2019 - August, 2019 Identification of waste 3 SHW' Mr. R. N. Bhargava generation & mitigation d~ measures etc. . January, 2019 - August, 2019 Group d.iscussion, {q. )i i Q.., ry designing of 4 SP Mr. Rajiv Rastogi questionnaire, data analysis and interpretation
January, 2019 - August, Mr. R S Shukla 2019 Conducted ecological 5 EB' survey, assessment of Mr. Pra veen Kumar impacts, prepared report Dubey and compilation etc. q~ January, 2019 - August, 2019 Hydrogeology of the study area including 6 HG' Mr. R. N. Bhargava dlhff status, water level ground water of the area & recharge etc.
January, 2019 - August, 2019 Geological features & 7 GEO' Mr. R. N. Bhargava dJlrt-ff formations, topography & Lithology of the area
Ja nuary, 2019 - August, 2019 Identification of IZ~ 8 SC' Ms. Reena Tripathi Locations, Check the report quality, Compilation of report
January, 2019 - August, 2019 Prediction of GLC by 9 AQ' Dr. K L. Satapathy ."Y'/' using Aermod View model etc.
January, 2019 - August, 2019 10 NV' Dr. K L. Satapathy Identification of locations, ~/. Data Interpretation 01
158 , Leq, Compilations of report including impact assessment etc.
January, 2019 - August. 2019 Developing the Land 11 LV' Mr. R. S. Shukla use/ land cover of the study area by using remote sensing data. . January, 2019 - August, 2019 Identification of Hazards, Ms. Anuradha 12 RH' Hazardous substance. Srivastava Preparation of 00 site emergency plan etc. ((
'One TM agaInst each FAE may be shown "Please attach additional sheet if required
Declaration by the Head of the accredited consultant organization! authorized person
I, R. N. Bhargava, hereby,confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the ErA & EMF report for the proposed production of Asbestos Cement Sheets & Non Asbestos Flat SheetsProject of M is JRT Industries LLP. I also confirm that EIA Coordinator (EC) has gone through the report, and the consultant organization shall be fully accountable for any misleading information.
It is certified that no unethical practices, plagiarism are involved in carrying out the work and that no external data / text has not been used without proper acknowledgement while preparing this EIA/EMP report.
Signature:...... J~...... Name:R. N. Bhargava
Designation: O'tairman Name of the EIA consultant organization: Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd ., Flat No: 5-8, Aril Chamher-V, Sector-H, A1iganj, Lucknow - 226 024, NABET Certificate No. & Issue Date: NAllET /EIA/1720/SA 95 dated 27.08.2019
1$9 CONTENTS CHAPTER NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO. TOR Compliance I-XVI 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1-3 1.1 Purpose of the Report 1 1.2 Identification of Project & Project Proponent 1-2 1.3 Brief Description of Nature, Size, Location of The Project 2-3 1.4 Scope of The Study 3
2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 4-27 2.1 Type of the Project 4 2.2 Need for the Project 4-5 2.3 Location 5-6 2.4 Topography and Drainage 6 2.5 Geological Features and Geo-Hydrological Status of 7-8 the Study Area 2.6 Size/Magnitude of Operation 8 2.6.1 Product and Production Capacity 8 2.6.2 Land Use & Plant Layout 8-9 2.6.3 Raw Materials, Source, Quantity and Means of Transportation 9-10 2.7 Proposed Schedule for Approval & Implementation 10 2.8 Technology And Process Description 10 2.8.1 Latest Technology Vs Adopted Technology 10-17 2.9 Plants and Machinery 17-19 2.10 Storage 19 2.11 Water Requirement 20 2.12 Details of Manpower 20 2.13 Cost of the Project 20 2.14 Asbestos Cement Corrugated Sheets Mass Balance 20-21 2.15 Power 21 2.16 Handling Raw Materials 21-22 2.17 Land Requirement 22 2.18 Transportation of Finished Goods 22 2.19 Description of Mitigation Measures 22 2.20 Assessment of New & Untested Technology 23
3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 28-101 3.1 Study Description 28 3.1.1 Study Area 28 3.1.2 Study Period 28 3.1.3 Study Components 28-29 3.2 Climatic Conditions 29-30 3.3 Selection of Sampling Stations 31 3.3.1 Micro-Meteorological Station 31 3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality Locations 31 3.3.3 Water Quality Locations 31-32 3.3.4 Surface Water Locations 32 3.3.5 Noise Monitoring Locations 32 3.3.6 Soil Quality Locations 33 3.4 Sampling Procedure 33 3.4.1 Micro Meteorological Monitoring 33 3.4.2 Ambient Air Monitoring 33-34 3.4.3 Water Quality Monitoring 34 3.4.4 Ambient Noise Level 35 3.4.5 Soil Quality 35 3.5 Data Analysis 35-36 3.5.1 Meteorological Study 35-36 3.5.2 Ambient Air Quality 36-41 3.5.3 Water Quality 41-42 3.5.4 Noise 42 3.5.5 Ambient Noise Level 43 3.5.6 Soil Quality 43 3.6 Socio-Economic Scenario 44-48 3.7 Flora And Fauna 49 3.7.1 Scope 49 3.7.2 Activities Undertaken During the Study 49-50 3.7.3 Survey Limitation 50 3.7.4 Approach of the Study 50 3.8 Methodology 50 3.8.1 Desk Study 50 3.8.2 Habitat Survey 50 3.8.3 Flora 50 3.8.4 Fauna and Avifauna 50-51 3.8.5 Sampling Stations 51 3.8.6 Observations 51-53 3.8.7 Floristic Diversity 53-55 3.8.8 Faunal Diversity 55 3.9 Land Use 67 3.9.1 Introduction 67 3.9.2 Data Input 67-71
4.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & 102-135 MITIGATION MEASURES 4.1 Impact During Construction Phase 102 4.1.1 Land Use 102 4.1.2 Solid Waste 102 4.1.3 Impact On Air Quality 102 4.1.4 Impact On Noise Levels 103 4.1.5 Water Quality 103 4.2 Impact During Operational Phase 103 4.2.1 Air Quality 103-108 4.2.2 Water Quality 109 4.2.3 Water Requirement 109 4.2.4 Ground Water Potential 109 4.2.5 Noise Levels 109-111 4.2.6 Effluent Water 111 4.2.7 Solid Waste 111-112 4.2.8 Domestic Waste Water 112 4.2.9 Material/Asbestos Handling 112 4.2.10Land Use 112 4.2.11Flora And Fauna 112 4.2.12Socio-Economics 112-113 4.3 Mitigatin Measures During Construction Phase 113 4.3.1 Land Use 113 4.3.2 Solid Waste 113 4.3.3 Air Quality 113 4.3.4 Noise Levels 113 4.3.5 Water Quality 113 4.4 Mitigation Measures During Operational Phase 114 4.4.1 Air Quality 114 4.4.2 Water Quality 114 4.4.3 Water Requirement 115 4.4.4 Ground Water Potential 116 4.4.5 Noise Levels 117 4.4.6 Effluent Water 117 4.4.7 Solid Waste 117-118 4.4.8 Domestic Waste Water 119-120 4.4.9 Material/Asbestos Handling 120-123 4.4.10Land Use 124 4.4.11Flora And Fauna 124-125 4.4.12Socio-Economic 125
5.0 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES (TECHNOLOGY & 136 SITE)
6.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME 137-146 6.1 Monitoring, Organization & Cost 137 6.2 General View 137 6.2.1 Environmental Monitoring Programme 137 6.3 Health & Environmental Monitoring Schedule 137 6.3.1 Occupational Health 137-138 6.3.2 Medical Surveillance Proposed 137-138 6.3.3 Medical Surveillance Proposed For 138-139 Citizen Within 2 Km Of Radius 6.4 Capital Cost 139 6.4.1 Capital and Recurring Cost Earmarked For 139-140 Environmental Protection Measures, Health & Safety 6.4.2 Peripheral Development Work/CSR 140 6.5 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) 140-141 6.6 Steps Involved For CSR Activities 141 6.7 Corporate Env. Responsibility (CER) 142-145
7.0 ADDITIONAL STUDIES 146-161 7.1 Public Hearing 146-148 7.2 Risk Assessment, Occupational Health & 148-150 Disaster Management Plan 7.3 Occupational Health 150-152 7.4 Work Place Monitoring 153 7.4.1 Environmental Laboratory 153 7.5 Disaster Management Plan 153 7.6 Objectives of the Plan 153-154 7.7 Identification and Assessment of Hazards 154 7.7.1 Hazardous Areas in the Plant 154 7.7.2 Likely Fire Hazards 154 7.7.3 On-Site Emergency Planning 154 7.7.4 Appointment of Personnel and Delegation of Duties 154-155 7.7.5 Emergency Control Center 155 7.7.6 Action on Site 155 7.8 Post Disaster Analysis and Evaluation 156 7.9 Emergency Services 156 7.10 Off-Site Emergency Plan 156 7.10.1 Introduction 156 7.10.2 Organization 156 7.10.3 Communications 156 7.10.4 Special Emergency Equipment 156 7.10.5 Voluntary Organizations 156 7.10.6 Meteorological Information 157 7.10.7 Humanitarian Arrangements 157 7.10.8 Public Information 157 7.11 Assessment 157 7.12 Role of Emergency Co-Coordination Officer 157 7.12.1 Role of Major Hazard Works Management 157 7.12.2 Role of the Fire Extinction Authorities 157 7.12.3 Role of the Health Authorities 157 7.12.4 Role of the Government Safety Authority 158 7.12.5 Organisation Chart to Handle Accidents /Fire 159-161 7.13 Social Impact Assessment 161
8.0 PROJECT BENEFITS 162-165 8.1 Employment Potential 162 8.1.1 Welfare facilities to workers 162-163 8.2 Welfare Activities 163 8.2.1 Rural Employment 163 8.2.2 Bus Shelters & Toilets hall 163-165
9.0 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 166-167 9.1 Projected Economic Evaluation 166-167 9.1.2 Assumptions used for IRR & NPV Calculation 167
10.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 168-170 10.1 General Views 168 10.2 Organisation & Manpower 168-170 10.3 Monitoring of Existing System 170 10.4 Guidelines by Hon’ble Supreme Court of India 171 10.5 Socio Economic impact assessment & 171 management plan
11.0 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION 171-180 11.1 Project Description 172 11.2 Description of the Environment 173 11.2.1 Meteorological study 173 11.2.2 Ambient Air Quality 173-174 11.2.3 Water quality 174-175 11.2.4 Noise level 175-176 11.3 Demographic features 176 11.4 Flora & Fauna 176 11.5 Land use and Land cover categories of study area 176 11.6 Anticipated Env. Impact & Mitigation Measures 177-178 11.7 Proposed Investment 178 11.8 Environmental Monitoring Programme 178-179 11.9 Additional Studies 179 11.10 Project Benefits 180 11.11 Environmental Management Plan 180 11.12 Conclusion 180 12.0 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED 181-198
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO. 2.1 The Proposed Land Use of the Plant Area 8 2.2 Raw Materials, Sources, Quantity & Transportation 9 2.3 Proposed Schedule for Approval & Implementation 10 2.4 List of Machinery and Equipments 17-19 2.5 Storage of Materials 19 3.1 Study Components of Environmental Parameters 28 3.2-3.9 Ambient Air Quality Data 72-80 3.10-3.20 Water Quality Results 81-90 3.21 Soil Quality Data 91 3.22 Demographic Features and Other Statistics for 45-46 the Study Area (Rural) 3.23 Socio Economic Data Census 2011(Rural) 92-93 3.24 Demographic Features and Other Statistics for 47 the Study Area (Urban) 3.25 Socio Economic Data Census 2011(Urban) 94 3.26 Floral Diversity in Core Zone 56-57 3.27 Floristic Diversity Observed in the Buffer Zone 57-61 3.28 Fauna Diversity in Core Site 61-62 3.29 Fauna Diversity in Buffer Zone 62-64 3.30 Organisms Found Bharmaputra River 65 3.31 List of Fishes (Bharmputra River) 65-66 3.32 Major Land Use/Land Cover Categories of Study Area 69-70 4.1 Details of D. G. Set and Stack 104 4.2 Resultant Concentrations Due to Incemental GLC’s 108 4.3 Proposed Land Use 112
LIST OF EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE NO.
Exhibit No.2.1 Location Map 24 Exhibit No.2.2 Site Photo Graphs 25 Exhibit No.2.3 Drainage Plan 26 Exhibit No.2.4 Layout Plan 27 Exhibit No. 3.1 Micrometeorological & 95 Ambient Air Sampling Locations Exhibit No 3.2 Ground And Surface Water Sampling Locations96 Exhibit No 3.3 Noise And Soil Sampling Locations 97 Exhibit No.3.4 Windrose 98 Exhibit No.3.5 Plan Showing Ecological Study Locations 99 Exhibit No.3.6 High Resolution Image 100 Plate No.3.7 Land Use And Land Cover Map 101 Exhibit No.4.1 Stack Location Plan 126 Exhibit No.4.2 Isopleth of PM10 127-128 Exhibit No.4.3 Isopleth of PM2.5 129-130 Exhibit No.4.4 Isopleth of SO2 131-132 Exhibit No.4.5 Isopleth of NO2 133-134 Exhibit No.4.6 Transportation Route Map 135
LIST OF ANNEXURES
ANNEXURE NO. DESCRIPTION PAGE. NO. 1 Executive Summary 199-206 2 Power Load sanction 1500 KW 207 3 Water Requirement Application 208-224 4 10 km radius map & major industries 225 5 Lease deed 226-239 6 Environmental policy 240 7 Standard operating procedure 241-248 8 TOR 249-258 9 Health check up in 3 villages 259-261
Manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated& Plain) of Capacity 50,000 TPA & Non Asbestos Flat sheets of Capacity 30,000 TPA by M/s JRT Industries LLP. located at village Sila, Tehsil Mouza Sila sundarighopa, District Kamrup, Assam
Annexure 1 Generic Terms of Reference (ToR) in Respect of Industry Sector SL. No. TERM OF REFERENCE (ToR) POINTS COMPLIANCE 1. Executive Summary Annexure-1 2. Introduction Chapter-01 2.1 Details of The EIA Consultants Including Chapter-12 NABET Accreditation 2.2 Information about the Project Proponent Chapter-01 2.3 Importance and benefit of the project Chapter-08 3.0 Project description Chapter-02 3.1 Cost of the project and time of completion Estimated project cost is Rs 71.75 cores. Likely completion of the project will be 16 months from zero date.( Chapter 6/ Section 6.4 for cost & Chapter 2/ Section 2.7 for schedule) 3.2 Product with capacities for the proposed Manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets( Corrugated & project Plain) of Capacity 50,000 TPA & Non Asbestos Flat sheets of Capacity 30,000 TPA( Chapter 2/ Section 2.6.1) 3.3 If expansion project, details of existing It is a new project. products with capacities and whether adequate land is available for expansion, reference of earlier EC if any. 3.4 List of raw materials required and their source Chapter-02/Section 2.6.3 along with mode of transportation 3.5 Other chemicals and materials required with Chapter-02/Section 2.6.3 &2.10 quantities and storage capacities. 3.6 Details of emission, effluents, hazardous waste Chapter-04/ Section 4.2.1, 4.2.6 to 4.2.8 & 4.4.1, 4.4.6 to generation and their management 4.4.8( impact & mitigation measures) 3.7 Requirement of water, power, with source of Make up water110KLD( Ground water 100KLD , Rain Water supply, status of approval, water balance 10 KLD ), Recycle water32 KLD, , Total water 142 KLD, diagram, man-power requirement (regular and Power 1513.3 KW, Source of supply-Assam State i
contract) Electricity Board, 800Kw grid connected Solar power plant,2 DG sets ( 900 KVA & 320 KVA),manpower regular 100,contractual150. Water balance Ch 4/Section 4.4.3. Status of approval for water & power Power Load sanction 1500 KW Annexure – 2 GW Application for 100 KLD –Annexure – 3
3.8 The project proponent shall furnish the Power Load sanction 1500 KW Annexure – 2 requisite documents from the competent GW Application for 100 KLD –Annexure – 3 authority in support of drawl of ground water and surface water and supply of electricity. 3.9 Process description along with major Chapter-02/ Section 2.8,2.9 equipments and machineries, process flow sheet (quantitative) from raw material to products to be provided 3.10 Hazard identification and details of proposed Chapter-07 safety systems 3.11 Expansion/modernization proposals: New Proposal A Copy of all the environmental clearance(s) Not Applicable including amendments thereto obtained for the project from MoEF&CC/SEIAA shall be attached as an annexure. A certified copy of the latest monitoring report of the regional office of the ministry of environment, forests and Climate Change as per circular dated 30th may, 2012 on the status of compliance of conditions stipulated in all the existing environmental clearances including amendments shall be provided. In addition, status of compliance of consent to operate for the ongoing existing operation of the project from SPCB/PCC shall be attached with the EIA-EMP report. B) In case the existing project has not obtained Not Applicable
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environmental clearance, reasons for not taking EC under the provisions of the EIA Notification 1994 and/or EIA Notification2006 shall be provided. Copies of Consent to Establish/No Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in case of units operating prior to EIA Notification 2006, CTE and CTO of FY 2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further, compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB shall be submitted. 4.0 Site details 4.1 Location of the project site covering village, Project location- village Sila, District- Kamrup, Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, justification Assam(Chapter-02/ Section 2.3), for selecting the site, whether other sites were Chapter-05 for justification for selecting the site (Spare land considered. available on lease, Nearer to sisters concerns, Nearer to NH-31, Easy transportation of raw material and finished product.) 4.2 A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10km and site location on 1:50,000/1:25,000 Annexure-4 & Chapter 3/Exhibit 3.5 scale on an A3/A2 sheet. (including all eco- sensitive areas and environmentally sensitive places) 4.3 Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners of the site. Chapter-02/Section 2.3
4.4 Google map-earth downloaded of the project site. Chapter-02/Section 2.3
4.5 Layout maps indicating existing unit as well as proposed unit indicating storage area, plant Exhibit No.2.4 area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located
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within an industrial area/estate/complex, layout of industrial area indicating location of unit within the industrial area/estate. 4.6 Photographs of the proposed and existing (if Exhibit No. 2.2. applicable) plant site. If existing, show
photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in particular 4.7 Land use break-up of total land of the project It is aprivate agriculture land converted for industrial use site (identified and acquired), government/ leased from sister concern. private - agricultural, forest, wasteland, water Chapter -02/ Section 2.6.2 bodies, settlements, etc. shall be included. (not required for industrial area) 4.8 A list of major industries with name and type Annexure-4 within study area (10km radius) shall be Major Industries incorporated. Land use details of the study Indian Oil Bottling Plant, (LPG Bottling Plant) area Master India Brewing Company (Manufacturing Food Stuffs) Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. (Premium Beauty Products Cosmetic Company) Brahmaputra Industrial park (Various Industries, eg. Bio- Gas Energy, Food products, Building Completion, Plastic Products etc.) Eris Life sciences Pvt. Ltd. (Parma products) Topcem India, (Cement Manufacturer) Bhagwati Sai Aluminium (Aluminium Extrusion Plant) Emami Ltd. (Personal and Healthcare Production Unit) Descent Buildwell Pvt. Ltd. Patanjali Plant (Ayurveda Product) Ravi Steel Pvt. Ltd. (Steel Industries) Instakart Service Pvt. Ltd. DharampalPremchand Ltd. (Chewing Tobacco Business)
4.9 Geological features and geo-hydrological status Chapter 2 /Section 2.5 of the study area shall be included
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4.10 Details of drainage of the project up to 5 km Drainage Map Exhibit no. 2.3. radius of study area. If the site is within 1 km
radius of any major river, peak and lean season river discharge as well as flood occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall data of the past 30 years. Details of flood level of the project site and maximum flood level of the river shall also be provided. (mega green field projects) 4.11 Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition is Already acquired on lease. not complete, stage of the acquisition process Lease deed Annexure-5 and expected time of complete possession of the land. 4.12 R&R details in respect of land in line with state Not applicable government policy 5.0 FOREST AND WILDLIFE RELATED ISSUES (IF APPLICABLE): Not applicable 5.1 Permission and approval for the use of forest Not Applicable land (forestry clearance), if any, and recommendations of the state forest department. (if applicable) 5.2 Land use map based on high resolution Not Applicable satellite imagery (GPS) of the proposed site delineating the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more than 40 ha) 5.3 Status of Application submitted for obtaining Not Applicable the stage I forestry clearance along with latest status shall be submitted. 5.4 The projects to be located within 10 km of the Not Applicable National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Migratory Corridors of Wild Animals, the project proponent shall submit the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations or
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comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden-thereon 5.5 Wildlife Conservation Plan duly authenticated Not Applicable by the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Government for conservation of Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the study area. 5.6 Copy of application submitted for clearance Not Applicable under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, to the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife. 6.0 Environmental Status: 6.1 Determination of atmospheric inversion level at Chapter -3/Section 3.5 the project site and site-specific micro- Chapter -4/Section 4.2 meteorological data using temperature, relative humidity, hourly wind speed and direction and rainfall. 6.2 AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations for Chapter -3/Section 3.5.2 PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and other parameters relevant to the project shall be collected. The monitoring stations shall be based CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre-dominant wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including reserved forests. 6.3 Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 Chapter -3/Section 3.5.2(Table Nos. 3.2 to 3.9) weeks of all stations as per frequency given in the NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along with - min., max., average and 98% values for each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report. 6.4 Surface water quality of nearby River (60m Chapter -3/Section 3.5.3 upstream and downstream) and other surface drains at eight locations as per CPCB/MoEF&CC guidelines.
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6.5 Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch No (Not Applicable) of river identified by the CPCB/MoEF&CC. 6.6 Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 Chapter -3/Section 3.5.3 locations shall be included. 6.7 Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within Chapter -3/Section 3.5.4,3.5.5 the study area. 6.8 Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines. Chapter -3/Section 3.5.6 6.9 Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, Chapter -4/Section4.2.5, Exhibit-4.6 frequency of vehicles for transportation of materials, additional traffic due to proposed project, parking arrangement etc. 6.10 Detailed description of flora and fauna Chapter -3/Section 3.7 (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study area shall be given with special reference to rare, endemic and endangered species. If Schedule- I fauna are found within the study area, a Wildlife Conservation Plan shall be prepared and furnished. 6.11 Socio-economic status of the study area. Chapter -3/Section 3.6 7.0 Impact Assessment and Environment Chapter -04 Management Plan: 7.1 Assessment of ground level concentration of Chapter -04A/ Section 4.2 pollutants from the stack emission based on site-specific meteorological features. In case the project is located on a hilly terrain, the AQIP Modeling shall be done using inputs of the specific terrain characteristics for determining the potential impacts of the project on the AAQ. Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area shall be assessed. Details of the model used and the input data used for modeling shall also be provided. The air quality contours shall be plotted on a
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location map showing the location of project site, habitation nearby, sensitive receptors, if any. 7.2 Water Quality modeling - in case, if the Not Applicable effluent is proposed to be discharged in to the local drain, then Water Quality Modeling study should be conducted for the drain water taking into consideration the upstream and downstream quality of water of the drain. 7.3 Impact of the transport of the raw materials Chapter -04 /Section 4.2.5 and end products on the surrounding environment shall be assessed and provided. In this regard, options for transport of raw materials and finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or rail-cum road transport or conveyor-cum- rail transport shall be examined. 7.4 A note on treatment of wastewater from No process waste water will be discharged outside. 100% different plant operations, extent recycled and recycled. reused for different purposes shall be included. Only domestic/sanitary water will be discharged after Complete scheme of effluent treatment. proper treatment in STP. Characteristics of untreated and treated Chapter -04/ Section 4.2.3, 4.2.6 4.2.8(Impact), Section effluent to meet the prescribed standards of 4.4.3, 4.4.6 4.4.8(Mitigation) discharge under E (P) Rules. 7.5 Details of stack emission and action plan for Chapter -04 /Section 4.2.1, 4.4.1 control of emissions to meet standards. 7.6 Measures for fugitive emission control Chapter -04/ Section 4.4.1 7.7 Details of hazardous waste generation and Chapter -04/ Section 4.2.7& 4.4.7 their storage, utilization and disposal. Copies Chapter - 4/ Section 4.4.3-water balance of MOU regarding utilization of solid and Total Solid and hazardous waste shall be recycled so no hazardous waste shall also be included. EMP MOU is required. shall include the concept of waste- minimization, recycle/reuse/recover techniques, Energy conservation, and natural
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resource conservation. 7.8 Proper utilization of fly ash shall be ensured as Chapter -02/Section 2.15 per Fly Ash Notification, 2009. A detailed plan Chapter -04 /Section 4.2.1 , 4.4.1 of action shall be provided. 7.9 Action plan for the green belt development Chapter - 04/ Section 4.4.11-Green belt development plan in 33 % area i.e. land with not less than 1,500 trees per ha. Giving details of species, width of plantation, planning schedule etc. shall be included. The green belt shall be around the project boundary and a scheme for greening of the roads used for the project shall also be incorporated. 7.10 Action plan for rainwater harvesting measures Chapter - 04/Section 4.4.4 at plant site shall be submitted to harvest rainwater from the roof tops and storm water drains to recharge the ground water and also to use for the various activities at the project site to conserve fresh water and reduce the water requirement from other sources. 7.11 Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for Chapter -06 environmental pollution control measures shall be included. 7.12 Action plan for post-project environmental Chapter -06 monitoring shall be submitted. 7.13 Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and Man- Chapter -07 made) Preparedness and Emergency Management Plan including Risk Assessment and damage control. Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management Plan. 8.0 Occupational health: Chapter -07 8.1 Details of existing Occupational & Safety It is a new plant under proposal. Hazards. What are the exposure levels of Chapter -07/ Section 7.3 above mentioned hazards and whether they
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are within Permissible Exposure level (PEL). If these are not within PEL, what measures the company has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be preserved. 8.2 Details of exposure specific health status It is a new plant under proposal. evaluation of worker. If the workers' health is Chapter -07/ Section 7.3 being evaluated by pre designed format, chest x rays, Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision testing (Far & Near vision, colour vision and any other ocular defect) ECG, during pre placement and periodical examinations give the details of the same. Details regarding last month analyzed data of above mentioned parameters as per age, sex, duration of exposure and department wise. 8.3 Annual report of health status of workers with It is a new plant under proposal. Project Proponent will special reference to Occupational Health and submit the same after the project is in operation. Safety. 8.4 Plan and fund allocation to ensure the Chapter- 06 occupational health & safety of all contract and casual workers 9.0 Corporate Environment Policy: Chapter-10 9.1 Does the company have a well laid down Annexure-6 Environment Policy approved by its Board of Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA report. 9.2 Does the Environment Policy prescribe for Yes, Chapter-10,Annexure-7 standard operating process / procedures to bring into focus any infringement / deviation / violation of the environmental or forest norms / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA. 9.3 What is the Hierarchical system or Chapter-10/Section 10.2
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S. Condition Compliance No. i. Project proponent shall prepare and furnish an action Chapter6/6.3.2 plan for six-monthly health survey of workers as part of its occupational health programme. ii. Project proponent shall conduct six-monthly Chapter6/6.3.3 community health survey covering all habitations within 2.0 km radius around the plant site. Data emerging from the first such survey will serve as the baseline data. Project proponent shall bear entire cost of treatment of a local resident detected with an ailment solely attributable to the activities of the plant. iii. Mo nitoring plan of the work zone and community Noted , Chapter 6/6.2.1 exposure shall be prepared and furnished as per the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Kalyaneswari case. iv. Public Hearing shall be conducted by the concerned The Public Hearing was conducted on 7th December, 2019 State Pollution Control Board. (at 11 AM) at Sri Sri Ganesh Mandir Pratohmik Bidalay Campus, Vill. : Huluguri Chowk, Sila , P.O.: Changsari, Dist.: Kamrup(R). v. The issues raised during public hearing and Chapter 7/Section 7.1 commitment of the project proponent to address the same shall be compiled and submitted in a time bound action plan. The action plan shall, inter alia, contain the year-wise activities with corresponding financial allocations. vi. The project proponent shall carry out a social impact Refer TOR 11.1 of CER above. assessment of the project and submit the ensuing Corporate Environment Responsibility plan as per the norms of the Ministry’s Office Memorandum issued vide F.No. 22-65/2017-IA.III dated 1/05/2018.
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S. Condition Compliance No. 1.0 Type of the project - new/expansion/modernization New 2.0 Type of fibres used (Asbestos and others) and Chrysotile asbestos fibre preference of selection from techno-environmental Chapter-02/ Section 2.6.3,2.8 angle should be furnished 3.0 As asbestos is used in several products and as the Chapter-02/ Section 2.8 level of precautions differ from milling to usage in Chapter-05( reasons for the choice for selection of process) cement products, friction products gasketing, textiles and also differ with the process used, it is necessary to give process description and reasons for the choice for selection of process 4.0 Technology adopted, flow chart, process Chapter-02/ Section 2.8, Chapter-4/4.2(air pollution description and layout marking areas of potential sources) environmental impacts. 5.0 National standards and codes of practice in the use Chapter-04/Section 4.4.1 of asbestos particular to the industry should be furnished 6.0 In case of newly introduced technology, it should Chapter-02/ Section 2.8 include the consequences of any failure of No new introduction of technology for production of AC equipment/ technology and the product on sheets. environmental status. The technology adopted for manufacturing of AC sheets is Hatschek Process 7.0 In case of expansion project asbestos fibre to be This is a new project. measured at slack emission and work zone area, besides base line air quality. 8.0 In case of green field project asbestos fibre to be Chapter 3/Section 3.5.2 measured at ambient air.
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Chapter-1 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP
CHAPTER-01 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Purpose of the report M/s JRT Industries LLP is a partnership firm incorporated on 01 .06.2018 & having its registered office at House No. 62, By-Lane No.2, ABC, Tarun Nagar, G.S. Road, Guwahati. JRT Industries LLP proposed to establish an Asbestos unit for manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated & Plain) & Non Asbestos Flat Sheets with total installed capacity of 80,000 TPA. It has a total plant area of 43241 m2 (10.73 acres) of land in village Sila, District- Kamrup, Assam. The raw materials consumed for the manufacture of A.C. sheets are fibre, paper pulp, Ordinary Portland Cement, Fly Ash and Pulp. The manufacturing of asbestos cement corrugated sheets will be done by wet process also known as Hatschek process.
In accordance with the Environmental Assessment Notification 2006 of Ministry of Environment and Forests, it is mandatory to obtain environment clearance by submitting the Form-1. The proposal for proposed project was submitted to MoEF&CC online portal vide proposal no. IA/AS/IND/99846/2019 dated 19 March, 2019. The presentation for TOR was made on 29/04/2019 before EAC (Industry) and the prescribed TOR was received vide Letter F.No. IA-J-11011/161/2019-IA.II (I) dated 20/5/2019. M/s JRT Industries LLP. engaged M/s Ecomen Laboratories (P) Ltd., Lucknow, for preparation of the EIA/EMP for the proposed project. M/s Ecomen Laboratories (P) Ltd. has carried out necessary environmental studies & monitoring during March to May, 2019 and also availed secondary data from various sources, which forms the basis of the present EIA/EMP report. 1.2 Identification of project& Project Proponent The asbestos cement has been in the Indian Market for nearly seven decades, since its introduction in the early thirties, because of its versatile properties like superior strength and durability. It has virtually become the preferred mode of roofing in any topography or environment. It has a great demand both in urban and rural sectors. A.C Sheets are extensively used in constructing houses, Garages, Verandas, Outhouses, Warehouses, Public Utility Sheds, lndustrial Sheds, Agricultural Godowns, Cooling Towers, Poultry Farms, Dairy Farm, Schools, Cinema and Theatre Halls, etc. and Non Asbestos flat sheets are widely used in ceiling, cladding, partition wall, furniture, table top, cable trench cover, kitchen, cabinets, storage shelves, etc. The products of JRT Industries LLP will have a great demand in Assam and other North Eastern States.
Growth in the Asbestos Cement industry is fundamentally strong. The growth stems from the fact that the A.C Roofing is the most affordable and durable roofing available in the market. Its credibility has been established over decades. The dealer network of the industry is extensive and A.C Roofing is found in every village
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Availability of raw material is abundant in nearby areas except asbestos fiber. Raw asbestos fiber of different grades is available in Russia, Canada, Brazil & Zimbabwe and can be freely imported.
Sufficient market is available like Assam and other North Eastern States. It has an export potential in the neighboring countries.
The proposed installed capacity of 80000 TPA can be achieved in the following manner.
Asbestos Corrugated sheets: 40,000 TPA, Asbestos Plain sheets : 10,000 TPA, Non Asbestos Flat Sheets : 30,000 TPA
M/s JRT Industries LLP was incorporated on 29-12-2018 and has the following designated partners:
i) Deepak Kayal ii) Ritu Kayal iii) Ravi Agarwal iv) Kriti Agarwal v) M/s Savi Resources India Pvt. Ltd.
The promoters are well established business people and have various other manufacturing entities.
Deepak Kayal and Ritu Kayal are into cement industry for more than two decades. The main ventures are: Joyshree Cement Industries – Cement Manufacturing Jumbo Roofings & Tiles – Cement Fibre Sheet Manufacturing Asclepius Hospitals & Health Care Pvt. Ltd. – Hospital & Health Ravi Agarwal & Kriti Agarwal are into cement trading as well as promoters of Jumbo Roofings & Tiles- Cement Fibre Sheet manufacturing. 1.3 Brief description of nature, size, location of the project and its importance to the country, region The proposed project is for manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated & Plain) & Non Asbestos Flat Sheets with total installed capacity of 80,000 TPA. The raw materials consumed for the manufacture of A.C. sheets are fibre, paper pulp, Ordinary Portland Cement, Fly Ash and Pulp. It has a total plant area of 43241m2 (10.73 acres) of land in village Sila, District- Kamrup, Assam.
Asbestos based products play a vital role in the growth of the key and priority sectors of the Indian economy. Asbestos cement sheets go a long way to achieve
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With the growth of Population every year, the demand for AC Sheets also is increasing year by year. Hence, there is a need to set up new units, to cater to the needs of demand growth. Those new projects can improve the economic & social conditions of the area by providing employment and other facilities. Considering the demand of Asbestos sheets in India M/s JRT Industries LLP has decided to set up an Asbestos Cement sheet manufacturing plant.
1.4. Scope of the study – details of regulatory scoping carried out (as per terms of reference): The scope of the study is to carry out the EIA to identify, predict and evaluate potential environmental and socio-economic impacts which may result from the proposed project and to develop suitable Environment Management Plan (EMP) to mitigate the undesirable effects. The study is aimed at: Establishing a baseline data of the existing environmental conditions, identifying potential environmental impacts and areas of significant environmental concern due to the proposed project; Prediction of impacts on environment and socio-economic conditions of the people. Preparation of EMP and Development of post project Environmental Monitoring Program. The EIA study has been carried out as per the TOR issued by MOEF&CC, Govt. of India including general/sectoral provisions.
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CHAPTER - 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Type of the project The proposed project is Asbestos Cement Corrugated Sheet Plant which will be operated based on fully automated closed system by adopting “Hatschek Process”. This is a wet process and this process is more commercially viable and is currently in use in the majority of the Asbestos Cement Corrugated Sheet plants in India. This process is also adopted in most of the countries.
2.2 Need for the project Asbestos based products play a vital role in the growth of the key and priority sectors of the Indian Industry. Asbestos cement sheets go a long way to achieve national goals of providing low-cost and cost-effective domestic and industrial shelters. In essence, asbestos-based products currently available in the market eminently meet the needs of the country in its developing economy in the context of rapidly rising population, rapid urbanisation and limited resources.
Even as the real estate sector has taken a hit due to the slowdown and subsequent reduction in demand, the asbestos cement (AC) sheet industry, which provides roofing material for about 50 per cent of the rural population, is relatively untouched. Driven by steady demand from the rural markets, the industry is growing at a healthy rate of 10-12 percent a year. There are some 18 big players in the industry catering to the domestic market. The industry employs about 300,000 people and its annual turnover is around Rs 4,000 crores, about 20 per cent of which goes to the states as direct and indirect tax. The demand for asbestos will not come down anytime soon: “Few products can compete with asbestos cement, due to its longevity and lower cost. Indians have been living under asbestos-roofed buildings for a long time.” Asbestos Cement Sheet (ACS) is a building material in which asbestos fibres are used to reinforce thin rigid cement sheets. It is a very popular building material, largely due to its durability. The roofing industry is largely a commoditized business. While ACS started out as an industrial product, the increase in production and increase in the number of access points has made it into a retail product. With 4 dominant players in this industry, pricing is generally similar and there is limited brand premium. 80% of the sales come from rural markets with the balance 20% coming from the industrial and other segments (warehouses, poultry, urban housing, etc). The key raw materials are Chrysotile (Asbestos Fibre), which constitutes 45% to 50% of the total raw material costs and is 100% imported, OPC (Ordinary Portland Cement), fly ash and wood pulp. Overall, to make 100 kgs of fibre cement roofing sheet, 80 kgs of input are required (43 kg of cement, 8 kg of asbestos fibre, 28 kg of fly ash and the balance is dry waste, pulp etc). The remaining is water weight
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gained during the manufacturing process. Raw material expense, accounts for the largest operating expense in all companies (~60-70% of total operating expense). Freight is a large cost (also transporting over long distances could lead to breakages) hence location of the plant is vital to cost competitiveness. The industry is estimated to grow at ~6-9% for the next few years on account of increased income in rural areas coupled with various initiatives by the Government for affordable housing such as Indira Awas Yojna, Golden Jubilee Rural Housing Finance Scheme and Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana. Additionally, other schemes such as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) guarantee employment to low-income individuals, which also helps generate demand for the roofing industry. Over 50% of the Indian population still lives under thatched roofs (Kuccha roofing) and clay tiles. Thatched roof is not waterproof, and poses a fire hazard besides needing regular replacement. Tiled roof needs recurring maintenance and is also not safe. Hence with security concern coupled with rising income level leads to shift from kuccha house to pucca house. ACSs are good insulators of heat and sound as compared to thatched, tiled or galvanized metal roofs. Additionally, ACSs are water resistant and fire resistant. ACSs are also relatively cheaper than galvanized metal roofs. ACSs require minimal maintenance and infrequent replacement unlike thatched and tiled roofs. Hence, whenever disposable income increases, switching to ACS roofs is the most obvious choice. Currently there are 20 entities in the Industry with about 68 manufacturing plants throughout the country. The products are marketed under their respective brand names mainly through dealers for the retail market and directly for projects and government departments. Traditionally most players are concentrated in the Southern markets due to easy access to raw materials such as cement and greater affordability and desire to move into pucca houses. However, in recent years, the market leaders have been expanding operations to other markets as they realize the vast untapped market in other regions and to benefit out of rising incomes in those regions.
2.3 Location The site is located at village Sila, Tehsil Mouza Silasundarighopa, District Kamrup, Assam. It has a total plant area of 43241 m2(10.73 acres) of Non Forest Private Land with Khasra No. 43,24,25,122,149,580,195,147,522,353,439,392. The corner co-ordinates of the site are as follows: 1 N = 26°-14'-29.04" E = 91°-42'-02.87" 2. N = 26°-14'-23.94" E = 91°-42'-03.57" 3. N = 26°-14'-28.02" E = 91°-42'-08.69" 4. N = 26°-14'-27.01" E = 91°-42'-11.64"
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5. N = 26°-14'-29.72" E = 91°-42'-11.53" 6. N = 26°-14'-30.48" E = 91°-42'-12.60" 7. N = 26°-14'-31.26" E = 91°-42'-12.15" 8. N = 26°-14'-29.87" E = 91°-42'-02.77"
Distance from Important Place: Nearest Railway Station Changsari, 4 Km Nearest State NH-31: 1.3 km, West Highway/National Highway NH-15: 12 km, North Nearest Airport Gopinath Bordoloi, 25 Km Nearest River Brahamputra river (5.5km) Proposed AIIMS 1.5 km NW The location is shown in Exhibit No.2.1. Photographs of the site are shown in Exhibit No. 2.2.
2.4 Topography and Drainage The site is at an elevation of 59 m above mean sea level. The 10 km radius area including the factory area is a part of mighty Brahmaputra meander its course from East to West. The major portion of Guwahati sub-division is located on the southern bank. On the northern side of the river stands Rangia sub-division. The greater part of the district consists of a wide plain and a few hills cropping up above the alluvium on both sides of the Brahmaputra. The southern plain is much broken up by hills compared to the northern plain. Drainage Map is enclosed as Exhibit no. 2.3.
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2.5 Geological features and geo-hydrological status of the study area The conspicuously significant geological evolution of study area had started in the Precambrian era and continued to the recent age. The study area geology is underlain by two distinct types of formations belonging to quaternary and pre- cambrian ages. The pre-cambrian rocks consist mainly of gneissic rocks, granites, pegmatites and quartz veins. They are exposed as denudational hills and inselbergs. Though the study area is a continuation of the Meghalaya plateau, the plateau itself is a part of the Deccan plateau later separated by the Rajsahi gap over which the Ganga- Brahmaputra use to flow. The archaen rocks mostly of igneous origin were formed during the very early period. They comprised of metamorphosed granitic and basaltic rocks together with a subordinate quantity of sediments. But it is difficult to identify the primitive organic structure because of its confusing entanglement with the inorganic ones (Krishnan, 1982). The domain of the quaternary formation constituting the plain areas comprises different grades of sand, gravel, clay and silt mostly occupying the banks of the Brahmaputra and other tributaries. The outwash deposit and the river borne deposits cover most of the plain areas in the city. The alluvial plain shuts between the hills and hillocks having thickness ranging from a few centimeters to about 140 meter. Lateral expansion and vertical thickness of sediment logical set up in the study area bear direct relationship with the basement configuration of the study area which has been shaped and reshaped by faulting and land subsidence during the long past history of geological period.
Geological sequence along with Lithology and Morphostratigraphy Age Group/sequence Lithology Morphostatigraphy Holocene Newer Alluvium Loose, grey mica sand Terrace and river channel (Light grey micaous (20m) clayey soil) Pleistocene Older alluvium Semi-consolidated Alluvial Plain (50 m to 60 m) brown clay, silt and sand (Reddish-brown sandy, clay soil, occasionally encounter kankar)
------Unconformity------Archean Archean gneissic Pegmatile quarty, vein Plateau surface and hills (60 complex granite, aplite biotite m to 200 m) and granite geneisses, migmatile, biotete scist etc.
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Hyrogeology of Kamrup district Assam: The area consists of two broad hydrogeological units – 1) Pre-Cambrian consolidated rocks and 2) Quaternary alluvium consisting of unconsolidated sediments. Pre-Cambrian consolidated rocks are confined to hilly areas and inselbergs, where ground water occurs in shallow weathered zone and this can be developed through open wells. The joints and fractures developed due to tectonic activities form potential water bearing zones and suitable for development through construction of bore wells. In the alluvial plain, groundwater occurs in regionally extensive aquifers down to the depth of 305 m. It has a very good yield prospect. The aquifers are consisting of sands of various grades with gravel and are suitable for construction of both shallow and deep tube wells. Groundwater occurs under unconfined to semi confined condition occupying an area of about 200 sq. km. in and around Haihata – Dumunichowki which is under artesian condition. In other parts also, the water level rests at shallow depth and in major part, it rests between 2 – 5 m bgl during pre monsoon period. The study of long term water level trend shows no significant change in rise/fall in water level in the last 10 years. The shallow tube wells tapping aquifers within 50 m depth are capable of yielding about 10 lps in major places, deep tube wells constructed within 95 m depth tapping about 30 m granular zones are yielding 10 – 20 lpm. The transmissivity of the aquifer ranges from 41 to 6162 m2 /day and the permeability varies from 10 to 59 m/day. In hard rock, the yield of bore well constructed in greater Guwahati area ranges from 4 to 300 lpm.
2.6 Size / Magnitude of operation 2.6.1 Product and Production Capacity The main product proposed is asbestos corrugated sheets (AC Sheets) and accessories. The second product proposed is Flat Sheets (non asbestos) with following production capacity. Asbestos Corrugated sheets : 40,000 TPA, Asbestos Plain sheets : 10,000 TPA, Non Asbestos Flat Sheets : 30,000 TPA
2.6.2 Land use & Plant Layout The proposed land use of the plant area is given in Table 2.1 below: Table No.2.1 Sl. Category Area( m2) No. 1. Plant 5900 2. Office building 350 3. Handling of raw material (with provision of Silos) 2205 4. Open space/parking 2000 5. Roads 4000 6. Greenbelt/plantation 14270 7. Stock yard 11316 8. Warehouse 3200 Total 43241
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The plant layout is enclosed as Exhibit No.2.4
2.6.3 Raw materials, Source, Quantity and means of Transportation 2.6.3.1 Raw Materials their source, quantity and means of transport for manufacturing of Asbestos Corrugated & plain Sheets & Non Asbestos Flat Sheets are given in the table below: Table No.2.2 Sl. Raw Source Quantity Mode of Transportation No. Material T.P.A. Local Industries (Industries in Assam & Road ,By Trucks/Bulkers from O.P.C. 1 Meghalaya)-Joyshree 36000 Meghalaya and Guwahati to Cement Cement Factory Industries,Kamrup Sea/Rail/Road, By Rail from Kolkata Port to Asbestos 2 Russia 4600 Changsari Railway Stn, From Fibre Changsari to factory by covered trucks via NH-31(4 km) Road/Rail, By Bulkers form NTPC, NTPC- Assam & West Bongaigaon, Assam to factory (80- 3 Fly Ash 20000 Bengal 90%), By Rail from Farakka to Changsari (10-20%) Local Suppliers( note Paper 4 book and printing press 1000 Road, By Trucks to factory Pulp in Assam) Sea/Rail/Road, By Rail from Kolkata Port to Virgin 5 Tasmania, Chile 2600 Changsari Railway Stn, From Pulp Changsari to factory by covered trucks via NH-31(4 km)
Cement is coming in closed trucks in HDPE bags. 90% fly-ash is coming in closed bulkers and 10 % in HDPE bags at present.
2.6.3.2 Transportation of Asbestos fibre Asbestos Fibre (only Chrysotile) of different grades are imported, mainly from Canada, Russia, Brazil, Zimbabwe etc, and received in a pressure packed condition in impermeable bags in palletized form at Kolkata Port. From Kolkata Port it is transported to Changsari (Assam) by rail or road. The fibre pallets are transported to the factory in closed containers through the trailer trucks or rail. These palletized fibre bags are unloaded in fibre go-downs with the help of forklifts. Asbestos fibre is usually packed in 50 kg, pressure packed plastic bags, which are combined in 1 Ton lots of 20 bags and placed on wooden pallets. The bags are covered by shrink or stretch wrapped plastic for extra protection during transportation.
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Safety precaution “Danger cause damage to respiration organ through prolonged or repeated exposure inhalation of dust in concentration above maximum permissible limit may cause cancer if inhaled” is displayed on each bag. The import of the material will be on the Open General License as there is no restriction on its imports.
2.7 Proposed Schedule for approval & implementation Table No. 2.3 S. Activities Duration in months from Zero No. Date 1 Land development activities 1 month 2 Tendering activities for main technological 15 days packages & Placement of Order 3 Basic engineering 1 month 4 Placement of orders for auxiliaries and 15 days services 5 Detailed design and engineering 1 month 6 Site Leveling'& enabling works 1 month 7 Civil works 4 months 8 Fabrication of Steel structures 4 months 9 Erection of Steel structures 2 months 10 Plant and Equipment supply 3 months 11 Erection of plant and equipment 2 months 12 Laying of Interplant Piping & Electrical & 1 month automation works 13 Testing and Commissioning 1 month 14 Overall project completion 0-16
NB: Some of the work will start simultaneously, therefore, project will be completed in 16 months. 2.8 Technology and process description 2.8.1 Latest Technology vs Adopted Technology The technology proposed for manufacturing of AC sheets is Hatschek Process.
This is the latest technology being adopted throughout the world. I. Process for Asbestos Cement Roofing Sheets: The manufacturing of Fibre-Cement Roofing Sheets is performed in four principal stages:
a) Raw Material Preparation b) Processing on Hatschek machine c) De-piling and curing d) Sizing (Optional)
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Raw Material Preparation: The major raw materials are Chrysotile Asbestos Fibre, O.P. Cement, Fly Ash, Paper Pulp/Virgin pulp and water. Details of these raw materials and utilities are discussed below. Chrysotile Asbestos Fibre: Asbestos fibre in the form of fibrous hydrated silicates occurs naturally in rock formations. Chrysotile (white) asbestos fibre will be used. This variety of asbestos fibre is less hazardous and can be easily eliminated out from the human body. Cement: Cement is non-toxic in nature and typical chemical analysis of Cement shows
that it mainly contains 63% lime as Cao and 20% Silica as SiO2. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is used. It is basically a binding material and it encapsulates the asbestos fibres. O. P. Cement is available in adequate quantities with no price or distribution controls. Ordinary Portland cement will be procured from cement plants namely, Star, Topcem, Amrit, Gold Stone, Taj Cement, etc. by covered trucks or in bulker trucks. Fly ash:
Fly ash contains Silica as SiO2 in excess of 60 percent and it has lime reactivity which helps in product manufacturing. Fly Ash is a by-product as well as solid waste of thermal power plants and is considered as a water and air pollutant in the vicinity of the power plants. This will be transported (80-90 %) by bulkers (by road) from NTPC Bongaigaon, Assam. Balance (10-20 %) by Rail from Farakka to Changsari. Paper pulp/Virgin pulp: Other materials like Paper pulp/Virgin pulp are also mixed to manufacture AC Sheets and Moulded Goods. Water: Water acts as medium for well mixing of all raw materials properly for the manufacture of AC Sheets. Manufacturing process: The Manufacturing of asbestos cement corrugated and plain sheets will be done by wet process known as Hatschek process as detailed below:
i. Manufacturing process & process flow chart for asbestos sheets: The fibre bags shall be slit open in closed automatic bag opening device. The empty bags shall be lifted by a hooking device attached within the bag opening device and carried to the attached bag shredder unit and the fibre after passing through the lump breaker shall be collected in the attached blender where some water shall be added to maintain the process in wet condition. When all the bags in one charge empties the fibre on to the blender, the fibre in wet form shall be taken to the Edge Runner Mill via a screw conveyor and elevator which is also joined by the shredded bag pieces from the shredder unit. Here at ERM some more water is further added
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to the fibre for milling operation. The bag opening device & the edge runner mill shall be kept under negative pressure by tapping it on to a Bag Filter Type Dust Collector with pulse jet which again is connected to a Hydro-static Precipitator, connected to a blower (capacity - 6000 m3/hr) driven by a 15 Hp motor. The delivery point of the blower is connected to the Air Wet Washer and through to an 18 m tall stack. The Hydro-static Precipitator works on the principle of tidal wave generation. Particles collected in hydro-static precipitator shall be periodically recycled in wet form.
From this point the total process operations involving fibre are carried out in wet condition with no possibility of dust generation during manufacturing process. The milled fibre is weighed in weigh hopper. The pre-requisite quantity of fibre which is about 9.5% of the product is mixed with required quantity of water in Wet Opener or fibre cone where it is re-circulated for about 3 to 4 minutes. The above slurry along with other fibers, if any, a small quantity (around less than 0.5%) of pulp and small quantities of homogenized solid waste + process sludge in slurry form (from sludge recycling tank/Wet Ball Mill) is taken to Beater tank. Cement is received and stored in go-down., from where it is conveyed to the Cement + Fly ash Mixing Tank via screw conveyor. Next, Fly ash is received and stored in closed go-down. Fly ash shall be pneumatically conveyed Pre-requisite quantity of Special binders - Fly ash (around 26 to 28 % of the product) is mixed with water, converted into slurry and sent to Storage tanks. A measured quantity of Fly ash slurry is taken to the Batch Hopper and then to the Cement + Fly ash Mixing Tank. The cement + FA slurry thus prepared in the Mixing tank is sent to Wet Rotary Sieve & then to the Beater Tank, thus joining fibre slurry. The RM slurry thus prepared is transferred to Storage Tank where it is under constant agitation.
From here slurry is taken to the Dilution Tank (or Distribution Tank) and diluted further using recycled process water. Slurry from the Dilution Tank is taken to the sheet forming machine consisting of an assembly of 5 vats placed in series and with rotating sieve cylinders placed one in each of 5 vats. The sieve cylinders are fitted at its periphery, with the wire mesh of specific size (mostly 40 mesh on top surface and 5 mesh on bottom surface). An end-less felt made of synthetic woven fabric runs tangentially atop the sieve cylinders. The slurry through the sieve cylinders gets filtered out. The differential hydrostatic pressure thus created between the sieve cylinder and Vat causes an asbestos cement film to be formed and picked up by the sieve cylinder which in turn gets transferred to the moving felt. The gradually thickening slurry due to filtration is constantly diluted in the vats. The excess water in film is dehydrated by vacuum system. The wet film from the felt is then transferred on to the rotating sheet forming drum.
After the required thickness is achieved the wet sheet is cut by automatic cutter fixed on the sheet forming drum. The formed sheet is then trimmed width wise with long cutters to the required width. The length of the sheet varies as per the
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market requirement from 1.5 M to 3.6 M. After cutting the sheet is transferred on to the profiling machine (Corrugator) by vacuum sucking. The formed sheets are stacked in between the steel moulds (templates) which will be air cured for about 12 hrs in a closed chamber. After air curing, the sheets are separated out from the templates in destacker machine. The templates are cleaned and lubricated and sent back to profiling machine. The sheets then are inspected on-line, stacked on steel pallets and water cured for a minimum of 21 days before being finally inspected and then dispatched.
ii. Manufacturing process & process flow chart for asbestos flat sheets:
A very thin slurry of water, binder and fibres are mixed and introduced into each one of the sieve cylinder vats. The rotating sieve cylinder collects a thin layer of 0.25 to 0.35 mm (0.01" to 0.013") of the solid materials whilst most of the excess water passes through the wire mesh of the sieve cylinder. The thin layer "emerges" from the slurry and is further dewatered and compressed by the caoutch roller as it is transferred to a felt. The thin layers of all the various sieve cylinders are collected on the felt which runs with a speed of approx. 70 - 120 m/min (230 - 400 ft/min) over dewatering vacuum boxes to the accumulating size roller. The size roller accumulates layer after layer until the programmed number of revolutions and the required sheet thickness is reached and the automatic cut-off mechanism cuts through the layers. The sheet thickness is double-checked by high-precision laser control. The sheet drops onto the take-off conveyor.
Should the thickness differ from the preset thickness the slurry density and/or the felt speed is adjusted. The sheet needs to be cut to exact size and runs through a cutting system with rotating knives and guillotines or even better through a high precision cutting press where the sheet can be cut to any irregular shape and even nail holes can be punched. Until this production step the sheet is still flat. lt can remain flat or be corrugated. A schematic diagram/flow chart & project layout, components of the project
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The same machine shall be used for manufacturing of both the asbestos and non asbestos sheets. Asbestos shall be manufactured for 185 days & non asbestos for 125 days in a year. Carbo cutting plant : The rejected sheets will be recuperated to next smaller sizes in this plant. Following equipments are proposed in this plant: 1. Carbide tip circular saw powered with electric motor. 2. Moving table powered with electric motor. 3. Water jet arrangement at cutting point to contain dust. Reject sheets to be recuperated will be placed and positioned on the moving table and clamped. With the help of start button the table will move and the sheets will
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be cut against the fixed circular saw. No Dust will be generated due to water jet arrangement at cutting point.A very small quantity of sludge will be generated which will be collected in a tray located below the cutter and re-circulated in the process. Sheets recuperated will be sent to commercial area and the net rejects to HGW plant (Wet Ball Mill). Hard Hard Ground Waste (HGW) Wet Ball Mill : In this plant the dry rejected sheets will be ground with water and fed back to the process plant in slurry form. Following equipments are proposed in this plant: 1. Belt Conveyor 2. Pre-crusher 3. Wet ball mill 4. Slurry tank with stirrer 5. Slurry Pumping System Rejected sheets will be fed through the belt conveyor to the Pre-crusher where the sheets will get crushed into small pieces of about 2”- 4” size. These small pieces will be fed to the ball mill through a belt conveyor. The pieces will be ground with water and discharge the slurry through a pump to slurry tank. The slurry will be fed into the process in batches through dosing pump as per requirement. 2.9 Plants & Machinery The Details of Proposed Plant & Machineries are given in the Table below: List of Machinery and Equipments Table No.2.4
Sl. Machinery Number Remarks No. 1 E.R. Mill 1 Set Motor 50 hp`` Gear box Ratio 30:1 2 Automatic Bag 1 Set Motor 5 hp / 2 hp Opener HSS Cutter 2 Nos. 3 Bag Shredder 1 Set Motor 15 hp Shredder Blower 4 Fibre Storage 1 Set Geared Motor 10 hp Tank Paddle Screw 2 Nos. 5 Weighing System 1 Set Load Cell 250 kg x 4 /Fibre Hopper Pneumatically Operated 6 Hydro 1 Set Motor 40 hp disintegrator Metso Pump 100 cum/Hr. 7 Beater tank 1 Set Motor 25 hp Gear Box Ratio 50:1 Discharge Motor 25 hp Metso Pump 100 cum/Hr. 8 Agitator cum 1 Set Motor 20 hp Storage mixer Gear Box Ratio 50:1 9 Hydro Pulper and 1 Set Slusher Motor 75 hp
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Pulp Stirrer Motor 5hp Slurry Storage Tank 10 Cement Storage 1 Set Screen Motor 5 hp & Feeding System Screw Motor 5 hp (Cement Gear Ratio 29:4 Screen/Elevator) 11 Fly ash storage & 1 Set Geared Motor 5 hp slurry/feeding Blower 75 hp Sys Ratio 29:4 Load Cell 2000 kg x 3 12 Pre-mix Tank 1 Set Geared Motor 5 hp Ratio 20:2 13 Waste Desolving 1 Set Stirrer Motor 15 hp System Pump Metso HM-100 Motor 30 hp 14 Hatscheck 1 Set Complete with Main Drive 125hp, Sieve Machine Cylinders, Couch Rollers, Vats, Orientation (Main Sheeting Screw, Hog Beater, Guide Roller, Suction Boxes, Machine) Felt Tracking System, Sheet Forming Drum, etc. 15 Vacuum Pump 3 Set Motor 75 hp Complete with Water Separator Pump and Motor 5 hp 16 1st Conveyor 1 Set Geared Motor 5 hp Ratio 8:14 15 m long Rubber Belt 17 2nd Conveyor 1 Set Geared Motor 5 hp Ratio 8:14 15 m long PVC Belt 18 Waste Recycling 1 Set Stirrer Motor 5 hp System Pump 67 cum/Hr. Motor 7.5 hp 19 Waste Shredder 1 Set Geared Motor 10 hp Ratio 46:3 20 Atmospheric 1 Set Hydraulic Cylinder Operated Corrugator Blower 10000 cum/Hr. Motor 20 hp 21 Dust Collectors 3 3 Set Motor 15 hp Nos. Blower 1.67 cum/Sec. (One Each for Polyester Type Bag Filter Cement, Fly-ash and Fibre) 22 Back Water Pump 1 Set Motor 75 hp 23 High Pressure 2 Set Motor 50 hp Pump Max Pressure 5.0 bar
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24 Cone Tanks 4 4 Nos. Cap 85 KL with overflow and blow down Nos. arrangements 25 Electrical Control - Complete with Contactors, Relay, MCB, MCCB, System Fuse, Timer, Indicators, Switches PLC, etc. 26 EOT Crane 10 1 Set CT 2 hp Ton Capacity LT 5 hp Hoist 15 hp 27 D.G. Set 2 Set 600 KVA 1 Set 320 KVA With Enclosures 28 Wet Ball Mill 1 Set Gear box Ratio 25:1 Motor 25 hp 29 Air Compressor 3 Sets IR Screw type Motor 40 hp 30 Hydraulic Power 2 Set Motor 40 hp Pack Pump PVR150-FF-140 31 Moulding Cutting 1 Set Hydraulic Operated Press 32 Corrugated 2000 Nos. Length 6200 mm Templates Width 1200 mm 33 Pulp Slurry 1 Set Double Disc Refiner Refiner 150 hp motor
2.10 Storage The raw materials will be stored for minimum days for different items as given below:
The storage for different material are shown in the layout map (Exhibit No.2.4)
Table 2.5 Sl. Item No. of Capacity Quantity No. days of Location ( MT) Approx. Store(MT) Ordinary Portland 1 Cement 10 1200 1500 Godown/Silo
Chrysotile Asbestos 2 Fibre (White 60 900 1000 Godown Asbestos) Fly ash Godown/Silo 3 15 1000 1200
4 Paper pulp 15 80 150 Godown 5 Virgin pulp 60 400 500 “ 6. Other (Ground Silica) 10 30 50 Godown/Silo
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2.11 Water Requirement Total water requirement is approx. 142 KLD. Out of which 75 KLD, 35 KLD & 10KLD will be used for process, office/domestic & canteen respectively. Source of water will be bore well and rain water. Total water requirement : 142 KLD Make up water : 110 KLD (Ground water 100 KLD, Rain water 10 KLD) Recycled water : 32 KLD The ground water will be pumped through 1 no. of tube well for process water and 1 no. of tube well will be standby. Both the tube wells will be located inside the factory. 2.12 Details of Manpower Total direct & indirect employment generation will be approx. 100 & 150 respectively. The work men will be employed from nearby local villages as per educational qualification & experience at different levels. 2.13 Cost of the project Estimated project cost is Rs.7, 174.59 Lacs.
2.14 Asbestos Cement Corrugated Sheets Mass Balance
No. of working days -185
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No. of working days -125
2.15 Power Power requirement for the plant will be 1513.3 KW per hour and the source of power will be ASEB and SOLAR ( 800Kw grid connected Solar power plant). Solar power generation will be on roof tops of buildings, for solar light system for all common areas, street light, parking around project area.
DG set of 900 KVA & 320 KVA will be available as standby arrangement.
2.16 Handling raw materials: From Store to plant Fibre Cement Fly Ash Pulp Fly-ash will be received through bulkers and unloaded at plant in a silo pneumatically in a closed pipe line system. Silo will be connected to a Filter bag dust collector, which will ensure minimum fugitive emission during unloading. From silo fly-ash will be taken into a batch weighing hopper through a rotary valve and screw conveyor and then it will be taken into slurry tank, where it will be mixed with water and pumped to the main mixer tank for production of sheets. The whole operation will be done under negative suction to control the fugitive emission. The silo will also be attached to a manually feeding system, when fly-ash will be received in bags then it will be fed manually through an elevator to silo which will be attached to the filter bag dust collector to control fugitive emission during feeding. Rest of the operation will remain same as above.
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Dust Collector
Fly-ash Silo
Rotary Valve Screw Conveyor
Bulker unloading pneumatically Water
Suction Hood Negative Pressure Bucket Elevator for manual Slurry Pumping to Air Blower feeding main Mixer
2.17 Land Requirement: 10.73 acres for proposed plant. 2.18 Transportation of finished goods Fibre cement corrugated sheets:By Trucks from factory to different parts of Northeast, West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand via NH-31 Fibre cement plain boards: By Trucks from factory to different parts of Northeast, West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand via NH-31 Non-asb fibre cement boards: Any where in India.
2.19 Description of mitigation measures proposed to meet environmental standards, environmental operating conditions, or other EIA requirements (as required by the scope) Dust extraction systems are proposed to be installed at different sections to meet environmental standards. Exhausts air from each bag filters are vented out through chimney having height of approximately 11.5 mtrs with internal dia of 100 mm. Industrial vacuum cleaners shall be used to sweep the floor in the plant. There will be no process wastewater generation for discharge. The process water will be passed through decantation tank & reused in the process. Details are discussed in Chapter-4.
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2.20 Assessment of new & untested technology for the risk or technological failure : The technology proposed for the manufacturing of AC sheets is Hatscheck process. This is the latest technology being adopted in most of the countries. No new & untested technology is assessed.
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CHAPTER – 3
DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
3.1 STUDY DESCRIPTION 3.1.1. Study Area An area covering about 10 Km radius of the proposed project site of M/s JRT was taken and various features like roads, water bodies, residential habitats, transportation networks etc were identified and other relevant data like population etc. were collected.
3.1.2. Study Period The present study was carried out from March, 2019 to May, 2019 for three months. During the course of study primary data pertaining to the environmental components like air quality, water quality, noise levels and soil quality were generated. Secondary data was collected from various government sources in the district for Socio-economic and flora & fauna. 3.1.3. Study Components Table No. 3.1 S.No. Attribute Parameters Remark Wind Speed and Direction, Hourlyrecording at project Meteorology 1 Temperature, Relative site
Humidity & Rainfall
Eight locations(C-1, B-7) 24 hourly sampling twice a week for PM10, PM2.5, SO2 Ambient air RSPM(PM ),PM , and NO2 and other 2 10 2.5 quality SO2, NO2 and CO parameters and Heavy metals monitored once in a month.
Physical, Chemical and Bacteriological Parameters as per 3 Water quality APHA and IS Nine locations (G-8, S-3) standards
Once during study period at 4 Noise levels Noise levels in dB(A) Eight locations(C-1, B-7)
Soil profile, characteristics, soil Soil Once during study period at 5 type and texture, NKP characteristics value etc. three locations
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Socio-economic Secondary data from Census- Socio-economic characteristics 6 2011 aspects
Existing terrestrial Through field visit and 7 Ecology flora and fauna secondary data
Land use for different categories Based on secondary data for 8 Land use (Satellite Imagery & core and buffer zone. Ground truthing )
Note: C- Core Zone, B – Buffer Zone, S-Surface Water, G-Ground Water
A) GENERAL CLIMATIC CONDITION (SECONDARY DATA):
3.2 Climatic conditions The climate of Kamrup district is subtropical type with semi dry summer and cold in winter with three distinct seasons namely summer, monsoon and winter. The temperature ranges from 6-7 degree C to 39 degree C. a) Temperature:
Maximum Temperature in Deg. Celsius, Kamrup
Year Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 1998 22.6 27.0 28.6 30.4 33 31.9 31.1 32.3 31.9 31.5 28.7 26.4 1999 25.4 29.8 32.2 33.8 31.1 32.9 31.5 31.8 32.2 0.4 28.6 26.1 2000 23.9 25.0 28 31.3 317 31.7 32.8 31.8 31.1 30.9 26.9 24.9 2001 23.5 26.8 31.2 30.7 31.5 32.7 33.1 33.3 32.0 30.0 28.1 24.8 2002 23.6 28.1 30.3 28.6 30.9 31.3 31.5 32.2 31.1 30.9 27.8 25.0 2003 21.7 25.8 27.6 29.6 31.6 31.7 32.4 33.3 32.3 29.9 27.6 24.4 2004 22.9 26.5 31.2 27.5 31.7 31.9 30.9 33.5 32.0 29.4 27.9 24.8 2005 23.0 27.3 29 30 30 33 32.6 32.6 33.5 29.5 28 25.8 2006 23.3 28.8 32.6 31.3 32.4 31.4 33.7 34.1 2.6 31.9 27.9 25.5 2007 24.4 25.0 30.7 30.8 33.7 32.9 32.6 34.0 32.6 31.9 29.8 26.4 Source: Metrological Station, Borjhar – Guwahati
Minimum Temperature in Deg. Celsius, Kamrup Year Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 1998 10.8 12.6 15.3 20.4 23.3 25.2 25.7 26.1 24.7 23.4 18.7 12.3 1999 10.5 13.9 15.6 22.6 23.5 25.7 26.0 25.9 25.2 23.2 18.5 12.39 2000 10.7 11.3 15.5 21.2 23.7 25.7 26 25.7 24.9 22.9 17.7 11.3 2001 10.8 13.5 15.3 20.3 23.3 25.4 26.4 26.2 25.4 22.9 18.0 12.6 2002 11.4 13.9 16.7 20.1 22.9 25.5 26.3 26 24.7 22 17.8 13.5 2003 10.2 13.2 16.1 20.8 22.8 25.1 26.3 26.6 25.8 23.3 18.1 13.7 2004 11.5 12.6 18.4 20.6 23.3 29.6 25.7 26.5 25.4 21.7 16.7 12.5 2005 11.3 14.4 17.8 20.6 22.5 25.9 26.3 26.3 25.7 22.7 17.9 12.7 Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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2006 11.1 15.8 16.8 20.6 23.7 25.6 26.8 26.2 25.2 21.1 17.9 12.8 2007 9.9 13.4 16.1 20.7 24.4 25.7 26.2 26.5 25.4 23 18.2 12.9 Source: Metrological Station, Borjhar - Guwahati
b) Rainfall: Monthly Total Rainfaill in Millimeters, Kamrup (Metro)
Year Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Avg.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
1998 0.5 12.2 196.3 149.1 139.0 164.4 260.8 284.3 213 192.5 7.1 0 134.93
1999 0 TR 13.2 25.8 361 295.9 348.5 384.6 189 129.8 44.3 0.9 163.00
2000 4.6 22.8 45.3 220.2 367.1 365 201.2 373.2 159.5 33.2 1.7 0.6 149.53
2001 2.1 16.4 19.4 267.2 293.1 343 240.3 177.4 205.4 185.7 15.4 0 147.12
2002 13.9 4.5 85.8 276.3 214.7 396.2 295 182.3 113.6 31.7 54.5 0 139.04
2003 6.2 37.7 120.2 249.3 166.5 550.8 333.9 231.1 158.10 182.8 21.4 12.6 172.55
2004 10.7 8.4 10.9 547.5 129 205.1 399.6 65.2 89.8 354.4 3.7 0.6 152.08
2005 16.6 3.9 150.7 134.2 284.5 104.6 175.1 803 82.1 117.2 1.4 0 156.11
2006 0 11 18.7 180.5 290.3 153.9 247.2 162.7 88 119.9 15.9 6.7 107.90
2007 0 96.1 29.8 286.6 96.2 294.2 286.8 122.8 315.5 118.7 32.2 0 139.91 Source: Metrological Station, Borjhar – Guwahati c) Humidity: Relative Humidity at 0830 hrs. IST in Kamrup Year Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 1998 89 76 69 78 80 87 85 86 85 84 86 86 1999 85 76 86 69 83 80 88 88 83 85 84 84 2000 87 76 70 76 81 87 84 85 85 80 88 85 2001 89 85 64 73 79 83 83 84 81 89 87 89 2002 89 77 71 78 80 86 87 86 82 81 84 87 2003 91 83 78 81 79 85 84 83 83 92 85 89 2004 94 79 70 84 78 83 86 82 84 82 82 86 2005 90 76 76 76 83 81 85 85 81 86 84 84 2006 92 84 63 75 77 84 81 79 81 81 86 89 2007 89 84 67 77 75 82 85 83 82 82 83 87 Source: Metrological Station, Borjhar – Guwahati
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B) BASELINE DATA: Environmental monitoring was carried out for base line data generation during March-May, 2019 for 3 Months. Micrometeorology, Ambient air quality, Water quality, Noise level, Soil quality, Socio-economic & Biodiversity study was carried out within 10 km radius of the lease area. 3.3 Selection of sampling stations 3.3.1 Micro-meteorological station The meteorological data like temperature, humidity, wind speed, wind direction, cloud cover and rainfall were recorded at site. Wind speed and direction recorder, thermometer, hygrometer and rain gauge were used. The meteorology station was kept within project site(refer Exhibit No. 3.1. for location of Meteorological Station). 3.3.2 Ambient Air Quality Locations The ambient air quality was monitored at 8 locations. The details of the monitoring locations are discussed hereunder and shown in ExhibitNo. 3.1.
Distance Remarks (Km) Sl. Location GPS Name of Location Boundary Direction No. Code Coordinate of Project site 26°14'26.74"N Within project 1. A1 Within project site - - 91°42'3.58"E site 26°13'40.69"N Habitation and 2. A2 Karaibari 1.3 S 91°42'22.62"E residential area 26°15'44.74"N Habitation and 3. A3 Dhobartari 2.5 NW 91°41'41.80"E residential area 26°12'36.66"N Habitation and 4. A4 Gauripur 3.5 SE 91°42'38.52"E residential area 26°15'10.45"N Habitation and 5. A5 Bamuni gaon 3.7 NE 91°44'9.94"E residential area 26°15'45.95"N Habitation and 6. A6 Athiabai 4.5 NW 91°39'49.58"E residential area 26°11'46.22"N Predominant 7. A7 Namati jalah 5.4 SW 91°41'20.04"E wind Direction 26°13'40.47"N Habitation and 8. A8 Dadora 6.4 SW 91°38'0.72"E residential area
3.3.3 Water Quality Locations
The water samples were collected from 11 locations. The details of the sampling locations are discussed hereunder and shown in Exhibit No.3.2. Ground Water Locations: Sl. Location Distance (Km) No. Code Name of Location Boundary of Direction GPS Coordinate Project site Jalah 26°14'17.88"N 1 GW1 1.2 SE (tap water) 91°42'52.62"E 2 GW2 Karaibari 1.5 SW 26°13'48.18"N
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(bore well) 91°41'18.42"E Dhobartari 26°15'10.68"N 3 GW3 2.3 NW (tap water) 91°41'15.06"E Gauripur 26°13'12.90"N 4 GW4 2.4 S (well water) 91°41'54.18"E Athiabai 26°15'40.98"N 5 GW5 4.8 NW (tap water) 91°39'28.98"E Dadora 26°14'2.82"N 6 GW6 7.0 SW (hand pump) 91°37'41.82"E Bamuni Gaon 26°15'23.80"N 7 GW7 3.4 NE (bore well) 91°44'04.85"E Dora Kahara 26°17'7.89"N 8 GW8 4.8 N (bore well) 91°42'37.03"E
3.3.4 Surface Water Locations Distance (Km) Sl. Location Name of Location Boundary of Direction GPS Coordinate No. Code Project site Brahmapura 26°12'18.90"N 1. SW1 River(up stream) 6.0 SE 91°44'43.50"E Rajdwar ghat Brahmapura River(dn 26°11'7.50"N 2. SW2 stream) 6.3 SE 91°43'17.22"E Mash gau ghat Kurijani nadi 26°16'1.86"N 3. SW3 4.5 NW (Athiabai village) 91°39'46.56"E
3.3.5 Noise Monitoring Locations Noise monitoring was carried out at 8 locations as per the details given below: (refer ExhibitNo.3.3).
Distance (Km) Sl. Location Name of Boundary of Direction GPS Coordinate No. Code Location Project site
Within project site 26°14'26.74"N 1. N1 - - 91°42'3.58"E Karaibari 26°13'40.69"N 2. N2 1.3 S 91°42'22.62"E Dhobartari 26°15'44.74"N 3. N3 2.5 NW 91°41'41.80"E Gauripur 26°12'36.66"N 4. N4 3.5 SE 91°42'38.52"E Bamuni gaon 26°15'10.45"N 5. N5 3.7 NE 91°44'9.94"E Athiabai 26°15'45.95"N 6. N6 4.5 NW 91°39'49.58"E Namati jalah 26°11'46.22"N 7. N7 5.4 SW 91°41'20.04"E Dadora 26°13'40.47"N 8. N8 6.4 SW 91°38'0.72"E
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3.3.6 Soil Quality Locations Soil samples were collected from 3 locations as per the details given below: (refer Exhibit No.3.3)
Soil Sampling Locations:
Sl. Distance (Km) Location No. Name of Location Boundary of Direction GPS Coordinate Code Project site Near factory 26°14'26.40"N 1 S1 0.1 S 91°42'7.14"E Dump area 26°14'27.60"N 2 S2 Adjacent E (waste land) 91°42'11.58"E Dadora 26°14'2.76"N 3 S3 6.5 SW (agricultural land) 91°37'59.64"E
3.4 Sampling Procedure 3.4.1 Micro Meteorological Monitoring Micro meteorological station was set within project site to record various meteorological parameters. For recording various parameters following apparatus were used: a) Thermometer (for Temperature) b) Hygrometer (for Humidity) c) Anemometer (for wind speed) d) Wind vane (for wind direction) e) Rain gauge (for Measurement of rain fall)
The "Cloud cover" was recorded by visual observation of the sky in oktas. Hourly data of meteorology was used for preparation of seasonal wind-rose diagrams.
3.4.2 Ambient Air Monitoring Time averaged in-situ sampling was adopted by passing a known volume of air through a trap, and a collecting medium (filter paper and bubbler).Fine Dust Sampler and Respirable Dust Sampler were used for the purpose.
Analytical methods followed for ambient air quality monitoring:
i) Particulate Matter less than 2.5 micron (PM2.5):
The samples for PM2.5 were collected on filter paper by Fine dust sampler operated at maximum rate of 16.67 lpm and concentrations were determined gravimetrically on 24 hours basis.
ii) Particulate Matter less than 10 micron (PM10):
The samples for PM10 were collected on filter paper by RDS/Fine dust sampler operated at maximum rate of 1.2 cu.m./min./16.67 lpm and concentrations were determined gravimetrically on 24 hours basis. iii) Sulphur-dioxide (Improved, West & Gaeke Method) : Sulphur-dioxide measurement was done by aspirating a measured volume of air through sodium tetrachloromercurate solution. It forms a stable dichloro-
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sulphitomercurate. The amount of SO2 is estimated by the reading from spectrophotometer at 560 nm.
iv) Nitrogen Oxides (Modified Jacob & Hochheiser Method) : Nitrogen oxides were estimated by bubbling air through 0.1 N sodium hydroxide (with sodium arsenate) solution to form a stable solution of sodium nitrite. The nitrite ion produced during a sampling is determined using spectrophotometer at 540 nm by reacting the exposed absorbing reagent with phosphoric acid, sulphanilamide and NEDA.
v) Carbon Monoxide [IS: 5182 (Part-X) 1976]: Grab sample of ambient air is taken in the sampling tube. The sample is injected into gas chromatograph (with methaniser) where it is carried from one end of the column to other. During the movement, the carbon monoxide is converted into methane and sample undergoes distribution at different rates, ultimately separating from one another. The separated constituents are detected in form of distinct peaks in the plotter.
vi) Asbestos Fiber: Asbestos fibre was done according to the standard of BIS 11450-2016.Air monitoring for asbestos was done by using a 25 mm diameter, ester cellulose filter (0.8-1.2 µm pore size) at constant flow rate per liter per min. Sampler with low flow volume with filter holder were used for collection of air samples. vii) Other parameters Other parameters like Ozone and Ammonia were monitoredand analyzed by Chemical method and Indophenol Blue Method respectively. Benzene, BaP, trace metals etc. were monitored andanalysed as per CPCB guidelines.
3.4.3 Water Quality Monitoring As per the standard practice, one sample from each station was collected once, during the season. Grab water samples were collected in plastic container by standard sampling technique. Necessary precautions were taken for sample preservation.
The physical parameters viz. pH, temperature & conductivity were measured at site by using portable water analysis kit. DO was fixed on spot as per Winkler’s method, Parameters like hardness, colour, taste and odour, residual chlorine and free ammonia were analysed at the site, immediately after collection of water samples. The parameters as defined “General Standards for Discharge of Environmental Pollutions [GSR 422(E) and GSR 801 (E)] were analyzed as per the procedures defined in IS: 3025 and “standard methods for water and waste water analysis” (AWWA, APHA).
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3.4.4 Ambient Noise Level Ambient noise level monitoring was done by an integrating sound level meter in dB (A).Outdoor noise measurements were made at a height of 1.5m, above the ground and away from sound reflecting sources like walls, buildings etc. The Ambient noise level monitoring was carried out day and night as given below: Sl.No. Time (hrs.) Duration (minutes) 1 08:00-11:00 30 2 14:00-17:00 30 3 18:00-21:00 30 4 24:00-03:00 30
3.4.5 Soil Quality Soil samples were collected and analysed by following standard procedures diagnosis and improvement of Saline and Alkali Soils, Agriculture hand book no.60 of US Department of Agriculture. Objective of study was to know quality of different soil profiles, its fertility potential and biological status (from 0 to 30 cm) in the area. 3.4.5.1 Sampling procedure and analysis Samples were collected up to the depth of 0-30 cm from the surface at 3 sampling spots. At each spot, surface litter was scrapped and samples were taken using depth sampler. These samples were kept for some time for air drying at room temperature. Samples were stored in polythene bags with label at the top.
Soil samples were collected with the help of core sampling tube and rammer. The debris up to the surface was removed with the help of spade, then core of measured size was kept on the cleaned soil surface which was hit vertically with the help of rammer. Once the core gets in the soil the soil gets fitted, it was taken out by digging the surrounding earth with the help of shovel, (A manual agricultural implement with a curved blade fixed into a wooden handle). Samples were analysed for the following parameters: pH Electrical Conductivity Nitrogen Phosphorous Potassium Calcium Magnesium Organic Carbon Iron Boron Natural Moisture content Bulk density Grain size distribution Cation exchange capacity Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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Biological status 3.5 Data Analysis 3.5.1 Meteorological Study Meteorological data was recorded hourly for three months. Calm condition prevailed over 73.05% of the time of the study period. The predominant wind directions were ENE over 5.20% of the time in which speed of 1.0 to 2.40 m/s was recorded. The next predominant direction was E over 4.5% of the time in which speed of 1.0 to 1.9m/s was recorded. The seasonal wind rose diagram for 24 hours period is given in ExhibitNo.3.4.
The maximum & minimum temperature, relative humidity (%) & Rainfall (mm) recorded during the season are given below:
Parameter Temperature Humidity (%) Rain fall Sr. No. Month (0C) Max. Min. Max. Min. mm 1 March, 19 36.0 11.0 90.0 21.0 2 April, 19 37.0 18.0 95.6 19.6 150 3 May, 19 35.0 21.0 96.5 21.6
3.5.2 Ambient Air Quality Ambient air quality was monitored at 8 locations within 10 km. radius of the project site. The ambient air results are given in Table Nos. 3.2 to 3.9 and the overall Maximum and Minimum values are discussed below:
3 3 3 3 Parameter PM10(µg/m ) PM2.5(µg/m ) SO2(µg/m ) NO2(µg/m ) S.No. Locations Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min.
Whithin project 1. site 70.40 50.40 56.13 35.60 15.50 10.30 29.80 21.90 Karaibari 2. 58.50 41.50 30.64 19.58 9.58 7.28 18.98 9.90 3. Dhobartari 59.80 45.58 30.30 19.58 11.06 7.28 16.35 11.00 Gauripur 4. 62.18 50.02 40.48 27.40 9.70 6.03 12.38 7.10 Bamuni gaon 5. 61.60 46.57 34.50 19.00 9.90 6.48 10.90 7.59 Athiabai 6. 57.08 42.50 40.20 15.46 11.06 7.22 16.35 10.52 Namati jalah 7. 58.08 39.70 44.12 27.17 9.98 7.84 14.44 9.58 Dadora 8. 56.60 27.67 39.42 22.47 11.30 7.15 26.50 18.50
Standard 100 60 80 80
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Out of 8 locations the maximum Respirable Particulate Matter (PM10) was found within proposed project site(70.40 µg/m3) & minimum value (27.67 µg/m3) was found in Dadora.
Variation in PM10 at different locations 120.00
100.00 Max
80.00 Min
60.00 Std
40.00
Concentration(µg/m3) 20.00
0.00 WHITHIN KARAIBARI DHOBARTARI GAURIPUR BAMUNI ATHIABAI NAMATI DADORA PROJECT SITE GAON JALAH Location
Out of 8 locations the maximum Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5) was found within proposed project site (56.13µg/m3) & minimum value (15.46 µg/m3) was found in Athiabai.
Variation in PM2.5 at different locations 70.00 60.00 50.00 40.00 Max 30.00 Min 20.00 Std Concentration(µg/m3) 10.00 0.00 WHITHIN KARAIBARI DHOBARTARI GAURIPUR BAMUNI ATHIABAI NAMATI DADORA PROJECT SITE GAON JALAH Location
3 Highest SO2 (15.50 µg/m ) value was recorded at proposed project site&lowest SO2 value (6.03 µg/m3) at Gauripur.
Variation in SO2 at different locations 90.00 80.00 70.00 60.00 50.00 Max 40.00 30.00 Min 20.00 Std Concentration(µg/m3) 10.00 0.00 WHITHIN KARAIBARI DHOBARTARI GAURIPUR BAMUNI ATHIABAI NAMATI DADORA PROJECT SITE GAON JALAH Location
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3 Similarly highest NO2 (29.80µg/m ) value was found at proposed project site and 3 lowest NO2 value (7.10µg/m ) was recorded at Gauripur.
Variation in NO2 at different locations 90.00 80.00 70.00 60.00 50.00 Max 40.00 30.00 Min 20.00 Std Concentration(µg/m3) 10.00 0.00 WHITHIN KARAIBARI DHOBARTARI GAURIPUR BAMUNI ATHIABAI NAMATI DADORA PROJECT SITE GAON JALAH Location
Result of other parameters such as Ozone, Ammonia, Carbon Monooxide, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene and Metals As, Ni and Pb are given below.
Location: Within Project Site (A-1)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
13.03.2019 42.70 1050.00 12.30 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL 09.04.2019 36.60 860.00 17.80 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL 14.05.2019 39.40 950.00 15.50 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
Location: Karaibari(A-2)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
16.03.2019 33.20 750.00 18.10 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
17.04.2019 30.60 530.00 15.40 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
21.05.2019 31.70 610.00 16.80 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
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Location:Dhobartari (A-3)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
20.03.2019 32.70 320.00 11.10 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
14.04.2019 26.20 410.50 10.30 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
18.05.2019 30.20 400.10 12.80 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
Location: Gauripur(A-4)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
24.03.2019 41.20 510.00 13.60 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
26.04.2019 30.40 620.60 16.40 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
24.05.2019 33.70 550.00 11.2 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
Location: Bamuni Gaon (A-5)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
16.03.2019 28.60 670.00 12.30 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
14.04.2019 22.50 660.00 18.90 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
21.05.2019 30.10 550.00 6.90 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
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Location:Athiabai (A-6)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
16.03.2019 24.60 570.00 11.80 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
26.04.2019 21.60 450.00 12.90 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
24.05.2019 20.90 530.00 11.20 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
Location: Namatijalah (A-7)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
23.03.2019 40.20 490.00 11.00 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
14.04.2019 34.90 430.00 16.00 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
21.05.2019 25.90 500.00 12.80 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
Location: Dadora(A-8)
O3 CO NH3 C6H6 As Ni BaP Pb Date (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (µg/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (ng/m3) (µg/m3)
20.03.2019 35.80 560.00 13.00 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
04.04.2019 30.90 540.00 15.00 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
26.05.2019 32.90 650.00 1450 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Standard 100.00 2000.00 400.00 5.00 6.00 20.00 1.0 1.00 Detection Range - - - 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100 1-100
From the Graphs and tables it is clear that all the parameters at all the locations are within limit (As per NAAQS Limit).
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Parameter Asbestos Fibre Count Status S.No. Fibrous Dust Locations Time Concentration (f/cc) Within project 1. 50 min 0.07 site 2. Karaibari 40 min 0.05 Dhobartari 3. 30 min BDL Gauripur 4. 40 min BDL Bamuni gaon 5. 40 min BDL Athiabai 6. 40 min BDL Namati jalah 7. 40 min BDL Dadora 8. 50 min BDL
Detection Range : 0.05 f/cc to 15 f/cc 3.5.3 Water Quality: The water quality monitoring was done at 11locations within 10 km. radius area of lease. The water results are given in Table Nos. 3.10 to 3.20. Out of 11 samples collected from different locations 3are fromsurface water and 8 samples are from ground water/ drinking water. Ground Water: The water samples are from Jalah (GW-1), Karaibari (GW-2), Dhobartari (GW-3), Gauripur (GW-4), Athiabai(GW-5), Dadora(GW-6), Bamuni Gaon (GW-7) and Dora Kahara (GW-8). Few important parameters are given below:
pH Chloride Fluoride Nitrate Iron Hardness Total Coliform Code No. (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (MPN/100ml)
GW-1 7.16 46.00 0.56 14.40 0.250 224.00 Absent
GW-2 7.35 34.00 0.62 12.30 0.210 256.00 Absent
GW-3 7.41 44.00 0.51 15.60 0.210 228.00 Absent
GW-4 7.44 38.00 0.65 15.11 0.140 256.00 Absent
GW-5 7.29 41.10 0.55 17.10 0.200 232.00 Absent
GW-6 7.18 31.50 0.60 14.40 0.260 248.00 Absent
GW-7 7.02 28.00 0.53 12.63 0.22 236.00 Absent
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GW-8 7.12 34.00 0.45 10.96 0.19 228.00 Absent
Acceptable Limits
IS: 6.5-8.5 250 1.00 45.00 0.30 200 - 10500
The ground water from all the locations as mentioned above is used for drinking purpose.The result showsthat all the parameters are well within the except hardness whch is higher than the acceptable limit but less than permissible limit. Surface Water: The water samples arecollected from Bharmaputra River Rajdwar Ghat(SW-1), Bharmaputra River Mash Gau Ghat (SW-2) and Kurijani Nadi (SW-3). Few important parameters are given below:
TDS Chloride Fluoride Nitrate Iron Total Coliform Code No. pH (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (MPN/100ml)
SW-1 7.86 632.00 72.00 0.36 17.44 0.310 240
SW-2 7.80 651.00 68.00 0.30 15.90 0.280 200
SW-3 7.77 735.00 80.00 0.23 20.20 0.350 280
Desirable Limits
IS: 2296 6.5- (Class C) 8.5 1500 600 1.50 50.00 50.00 5000
The result showsthat all the parameters are well within the prescribed limit of IS: 2296 (Class C).
3.5.4 Noise: The noise level survey was carried out at 8 locations and the details of the survey are given hereunder:
Noise level in dB(A)
Station Code Day Night Max. Min. (leq) (leq) Ambient Noise Level (dBA) Within Project site N-1 67.5 50.1 65.9 52.4 Karaibari N-2 52.3 40.6 50.1 42.3 N-3 Dhobartari 57.8 42.8 54.1 44.3 N-4 Gauripur 53.2 41.3 51.4 42.9 N-5 Bamuni gaon 57.4 41.0 54.0 43.3 Athiabai N-6 56.4 42.0 51.8 44.1 N-7 Namati jalah 56.8 42.4 53.6 44.1 N-8 Dadora 56.7 40.5 52.8 41.7 Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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3.5.5 Ambient Noise Level: Ambient noise level(Leq) within proposed site (N-1)was found to be 65.9 dB (A) in day time and 52.4 dB(A) in night time respectively. All the values are well within the prescribed limit of 75 and 70 dB (A) for industrial area in day and night time respectively. At all other locations (which come under residential area), the noise levels(Leq) were also within the prescribed limit of 55 dB (A) & 45dB (A) in day and night time respectively.
3.5.6 Soil Quality: Soil may be defined as a mixture of sand and loam with the organic matter. Soil is the net result of the action of climate and organisms especially plant on the earth crust. The data analysis of the soil monitoring results collected nearby lease area is given in Table No.3.21. From the results it can be concluded that the pH of soil is normal ranging 6.35- 6.80, average nitrogen values were in low to medium range (148.0-180.0 kg/ha), average potassium value is also in the range of low to high (78-118 kg/ha). The average phosphorus values were found to be medium (96.0-130.0 kg/ha) range.
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3.6 Socio-Economic Scenario The socio-economic scenario in the 10 km radius of the projectis based on secondary data collected from statistical records. 2011census data has been used for demographic features. The buffer zone mostly falls under rural area & small part in urban area of district Kamrup of Assam. The study area comprises of 67 census villages with a total population of 104669 & 2 major urban areas (Changsari & Jalah) of Kamrup with a total population of 11822. (Ref. Table No. 3.23 & 3.25). Demographic features of study area-Rural: The villages falling within the study area are listed in the Table No. 3.22 along with the demographic features as per the census 2011. The summary of the demographic features are given in Table No. 3.22 and discussed in the following paragraphs: i) Population % of Rural Population The total population of 67 villages is ST, 11.17 104669. The % of Schedule Caste SC, 6.86 (SC) and Schedule Tribe (ST) to the total population is 6.86 &11.17 respectively. SC ii) Village size: ST The total households in the 67 villages are 24834. The average Other household per village is 371. Other, 81.97 iii) House hold size: The average household size is 4.21. iv) Sex Ratio: The Sex ratio of the study area is 888 per thousand male population. The percentage of male and female population to the total population is 52.96 and 47.04 respectively.
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Illiterate Female, 33.58
vi) Occupational structure of the study area:
The details of occupational % of Worker in the Rural Area structure are given in Table No. Main 3.22.The percentage of total Worker, workers to the total population of 27.30 the rural area is 40.42% in which main worker constitute 27.3% Main Worker and marginal worker constitute Non 13.11% and remaining 59.59 % Worker, Marginal 59.59 Marginal Worker constitute non workers. Worker, Non Worker 13.11
Demographic features and other Statistics for the Study Area as per Census 2011(Rural Area) Table No. 3.22 Sl. Details No./% 1 Total population 104669 2 No. of House hold 24834 3 Average family size 4.21 4 Average no. of house hold per village 371 5 Average population per village 1562 6 Sex ratio –females per thousand males 888 7 Percent of male population to total population 52.96 8 Percent of female population to total population 47.04 9 Percent of SC population to the total population 6.86 10 Percent of ST population to the total population 11.17 11 Percent of literate population to the total population 77.12
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12 Percent of Male literate population to the total population 43.54 13 Percent of Female literate population to the total 33.58 population 14 Percent of main worker to the total population 27.30 15 Percent of marginal worker to the total population 13.11 16 Percent of non worker to the total population 59.59 Demographic features of study area-Urban The study area is listed in the Table No. 3.24along with the demographic features as per the census 2011. The summary of the demographic features are given in Table No. 3.24and discussed in the following paragraphs: i) Population The total population of 2 areas is % of Urban Population ST, 2.11 11822. The % of Schedule Caste (SC) SC, 0.05 and Schedule Tribe (ST) to the total population is 0.05 & 2.11 respectively. This shows the majority of the SC population in urban area is under ST others category. Other Other, 97.84 ii) House hold size: The average household size is 4.62 in urban area.
iii) Sex Ratio: The Sex ratio of the study area is 980 per thousand male population in urban area. The percentage of male and female population to the total population is 50.51 and 49.49 respectively.
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iv) Literacy: % of Literacy in the Urban Area The percentage of literacy in the Illiterate, area is 76.99. The % male and 23.00 Male, female literacy to the total 40.86 population is 40.86 & 36.14 Male
respectively. Female
Illiterate Female, 36.14
v) Occupational structure of the study area:
The details of occupational structure are given in Table No. % of Worker inMain the Urban Area 3.24.The percentage of total Worker, 23.85 workers to the total population of the urban area is 41.11 in which Main Worker main worker constitute 23.85% Non Worker, Marginal and marginal worker constitute Marginal 58.89 Worker 17.26% and remaining 59.89 % Worker, Non Worker constitute non workers. 17.26
Demographic features and other Statistics for the Study Area as per Census 2011(Urban Area) Table No. 3.24 Sl. Details No./% 1 Total population 11822 2 No. of House hold 2560 3 Average family size 4.62 4 Sex ratio –females per thousand males 980 5 Percent of male population to total population 50.51 6 Percent of female population to total population 49.49 7 Percent of SC population to the total population 0.05 8 Percent of ST population to the total population 2.11 9 Percent of literate population to the total population 76.99 10 Percent of Male literate population to the total population 40.86 11 Percent of Female literate population to the total 36.14 population 12 Percent of main worker to the total population 23.85 13 Percent of marginal worker to the total population 17.26
14 Percent of non worker to the total population 58.89
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Primary survey & its validation with secondary data (Census 2011): Primary survey was conducted during the study period&data collected based on specific designed Questionnaire& group discussions. Villages covered are Athiabai, Bamuni goan,Dhopatari, Gauripur, Karaibari, Pacharia, Sila etc. Among the main workers male dominates in all the villages while in case of marginal workers females are found to be prominent. It indicates that they are engaged mainly as unskilled labour in agricultural/allied activities. The socio- economic survey has been conducted in nearby villages and it has indicated that females are mainly engaged in household based activities. The women are also helping in business and small-scale industry to improve the economic condition of the family. Tap water supply or drinking is there. There has been increase in the population & other related factors since 2011(male population, female population, SC/ST population, literacy, working population, category of workers etc.) As per the census 2011,in As per below primary the study area-rural survey(approx.)-rural Avg family size 4.21 4.5 Avg households per 371 400 village Avg population per village 1562 1600 Male population % 52.96 53 SC population % 6.86 7 ST population % 11.17 12 Literacy % 77.12 80 Male Literacy % 43.54 45 Female Literacy % 33.58 35 Working population % 40.42 45 Non workers % 59.58 55
Other information which emerged from survey and group discussions:
Basic issues which needs to be addressed are related to the following: 1) Education & communication 2) Health care &drinking water 3) Alternative Livelihood & environmental protection 4) Sports & culture 5) Infrastructure development (roads, irrigation etc.) Common problems: health, education, transport, road, drainage, employment, fuel, irrigation etc.
Opinion about the project: Respondents are positive about the project & feel that the project will bring positive changes in their lives, bring prosperity like roads, water supply, medical facilities, etc. & solve their day to day problems. The project will bring in employment opportunities & this will result in economic & social development of the people & area.
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3.7 Flora and Fauna Study of the biological environment is one of the most important aspects of EIA. The biological communities are the good indicators of climatic and edaphic factors. It is important to conserve natural flora and fauna based on EIA of an area. EIA helps to identify the impact of the on the ecosystem and warns to check the damage. It suggests measures to be taken so that a particular ecosystem can improve instead of further damage. In the present study mainly terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem is considered. The study was under taken during baseline study period of March-May, 2019.
The list of flora and fauna in the core and buffer zone is based on the site visit and secondary data. The list of flora and fauna in the core and buffer zone is presented in the report.
Impact of the proposed project on flora and fauna is discussed in Chapter-4. The mitigation measures and funds have been discussed in Chapter-4 and Chapter-6 in brief.
3.7.1. Scope
1. To assess the flora and fauna present in the core zone (within project site) of the proposed project and in surrounding Buffer zone (10 Km radius range) 2. To document cultivated and naturally occurring species in the core zone 3. Assessment of species protected by specific legislation (Rare, endangered, critically endangered, endemic and vulnerable) 4. To identify designated location and features of ecological significance
3.7.2 Activities undertaken during the study
1. Flora survey
Tree, shrub, herb, climber and grass species identification and enumeration Diversity of species under plantations Analysis of Rare-Endangered-Threatened flora
2. Fauna survey
Documentation of Avian, Reptilian, Mammal and other faunal diversity Observations by direct and indirect evidences (Direct evidence- Sighting and hearing, Indirect evidence- Pug marks, nests and other signs Analysis of Scheduled species
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3.7.3 Survey Limitation
This survey records the flora and fauna evident on the days of the site visit and field survey. It does not record any flora or fauna that may appear at other times of the year, and as such, were not evident at the time of visit. The report represents ecological status of the area evident during the particular period of the study.
This is an ecological report and as such no reliance should be given to comments relating to buildings, engineering, soils or other unrelated matters.
3.7.4 Approach of the study
To assess the ecological issues and document flora and fauna associated with the project following tasks were undertaken: (i) Preliminary visit to the site (ii) Desk Study (iii) Core zone and Buffer zone Survey 3.8. Methodology 3.8.1 Desk Study The purpose of the desk study was to identify habitats and species of local conservation value which may not have been present or apparent during the survey visit (e.g. spring/monsoon plants). The desk study was also helpful in understanding the historical biodiversity and ecological status of the site.
The desk study was carried out by referring the hard copy literature and relevant websites related to ecology and biodiversity of the region or of other related areas encompassing the proposed site.
Literature survey was also undertaken by collecting and stating research papers and reports specific to the region.
3.8.2 Habitat Survey
To collect data on flora (Herbs, Shrubs and Trees) and fauna (Birds, Insects, Spiders, Reptiles, Mammals) various strategies were practiced. These strategies differed as per the habit and habitat of concerned group of species. 3.8.3 Flora 1. Selected forest area surveyed by us during the study. 2. Separate listing of tress, shrubs, herbs etc. 3. Interaction with the local peoples to find out local names of trees or plants. 4. Review of Literature and desk study. 3.8.4 Fauna and Avifauna The assessment of wild fauna was mostly based on random sightings. For animals, other than directly sighted, secondary evidences were recorded through calls, dung boles, scats, and spoors, rub signs, signs of debarking, drag mark etc.
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For birds, actual counts at each sampling site were made, by walk through in a chosen one kilometer stretch of the site and the number of birds were directly counted and listed. Species list was prepared along with taxonomic position of each species. 3.8.5. Sampling Stations Majority of the region, falling in the 10 km radius are industrial or,commercial area,natural vegetated,waste land ,Agricultural landscape and river/water bodies. Agricultural landscapes and Forest landscapes are often interrupted by projects. Sampling locations were strategically selected to collect maximum data on vegetation pattern, faunal diversity and habitat diversity.
The areas that were visited and sampled during the survey are given below: (Ref. Exhibit No. 3.5)
Name of places sampled:
Name of Forest Distance from Project site (Km.) Diection
Within Proposed Project site -E1 - -
Rajadwar (North Guwahati)-E2 4.9 N
South Guwahati -E3 7.8 S Umananda Island-E4 6.5 W
3.8.6 Observations
Observations were made for all possible habitats and flora-fauna species in and around the site (except micro-organisms). All possible landscape features and areas in the site and buffer zone were visited to collect the required amount of data. The observations recorded are site, time and season specific observations. However, the actual observation data was supported by the data obtained from secondary sources (reports, research papers, literature survey) to gather a wide and in-depth perspective.
The project being a project, the impact of the project can be multifold and therefore the ecological richness and sensitivity of the locations were examined critically. All the major habitats in the buffer area were visited and observation recorded.
3.8.6.1 Habitat and Forest Type Diversity
The location of the project i.e. JRT Industries Limited are located within Kamrup district.
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The region falling withinthe 10 km radius from the project location is diverse in habitat and therefore study of Habitat and Forest type diversity was undertaken to understand different types of habitats and forests that are prevalent in the region.
Habitats are decisive factors and determine the diversity and distribution of flora and fauna in any given ecosystem. Therefore, it is vital to understand dynamics and diversity of habitats and ecosystems in and around the proposed project. The overall examination was carried out by making actual visits at various pre-marked locations in the core zone and the region falling within the 10 km radius of the project location (Buffer zone).
The biotic environment can be described under following heads.
• Core Zone • Buffer Zone
The Core Zone:
The area is located near the other industries and land is barren land.
Majority of the landscape in the Core Zone is characteristic of some forest patches, industrial activities with degraded natural landscape.
Proposed site is mostly open land with some common floral species like Parthenium hysterophorus, Amaranthus viridus, Solanum nigrum, Eleusine indica, Cannabis sativa and Mimosa pudica.
Buffer zone:
Buffer zones falls under Kamrup district near Guwahati:
Guwahati falls within the biogeographic Zone - Brahmaputra Valley of India. Guwahati issituated in district Kamrup which has 1432 sq. km of forest/vegetation area, comprises of • Very dense forest, • Moderately dense forest and • Open forest. The forest in buffer zone comprises of Tropical Moist Deciduous type forests. This forest isfurther divided into Sal forest and mixed deciduous forest. In these forests, Sal grows inassociation with Ajar (Lagerstoemia species), Ghugra (Schima wallichii), Paruli(Stereospermum prsonatum), Haldu (Adina cordifolia), Sam (Artocarpus sp.), Bor (Ficussp.), Uraim (Bischofia javanica), Gomari (Gmelina arborea), Teeta champa (Micheliachampa), Poma (Toona ciliate). Efforts were focused on intensive studies of the ecologicalhabitat, vegetation composition and the presence of faunal groups specifically around theareaswhere impact may occur, both during the constructional as well as the operational phase. The following types of biotopes are found in the study area:
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• Agricultural Land • Waste Land (scrub, pasture and stony cliffs) • Settlements • Forests/Natural vegetation The buffer zone has hilly terrain as well as plain areas. The plain areas have tracts of agricultural land, scrub-lands and settlements. The hilly areas are mostly forested. There is no Biosphere Reserve, National Park, Tiger Reserve, Elephant Reserve, wildlife sanctuary or bird sanctuary within the study area. Most of the agricultural land is irrigated through shallow tube-wells. The principal crops grown are Paddy and vegetables.Details of Plants given in Table No. 3.26 and 3.27.
Open area of core zone Natural vegatation near the core zone
3.8.7 Floristic diversity Rajadwar (North Guwahati): The site is devoid of trees. Abundant growth of shrubs and weeds was noticed. Among the weeds, excessive growth of lantana (Lantana camara) was recorded, followed by the climber Gall berry (Mikenia scandens) which trailed along the bushes and trees. Other weeds like Eupatorium adoratum, Achyranthus aspera,Amaranthus spinosus, Ambrosia artemisiifolia, Chenopodium alba were recorded at site and in its vicinity. On the hillock near Rajadwar dense growths of trees, shrubs, herbs, weeds and grasses was noticed.Abundant growth of bamboos was recorded atop the hillock near Rajadwar. Some of the most dominant species with extensive growth were Dendrocalamus giganteus,Bambusa tulda, Bambusa balcooa and Dendrocalamushemiltonii. Bamboosua vulgaris was the exotic species introduced and now cultivated throughout Guwahati and Assam as ornamental plants. Trees like Tectona grandis, Shorea robusta, Shorea assamica,Artocarpus integrifola, Tamarindus indica, Cocos nucifera, Ficus elastica, Ficus benghalensiswere the
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Umananda Island
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South Guwahati: Extensive growth of weeds like lantana (Lantana camera), Pragmites (Pragmites karkar), congress grass (Parthenium hysterophorus), dub grass (Cynodon dactylon), jimson weed (Datura stramonium), barnyard grass (Echinochloacrus galli), Johnson grass (Sorghum halepense),Echinochloa colona, chick weeds (Ageratum conyzoides), and green giant (Alocasia sp.) was reported. The site was devoid of trees; therefore no tree cutting would be involved. In the core zone, trees recorded were bail (Aegle marmelos), imli (Tamarindus indica) , mango(Mangifera indica), gulmohar (Delonix regia), teak (Tectona grandis) coconut (Cocosnucifera), banana (Musa acuminate) and gular (Ficus glomerata).
No species classified as Rare, Endangered or threatened were observed during the study in the plant area.
3.8.8 Faunal diversity
Faunal Diversity in Core Zone:
The Core Zone is a dominated landscape and therefore not much sightings of Fauna wasseen. The Faunal diversity was limited to Avifauna, Butterflies, Insects, Rats and Common lizards. This area has a very poor Avifaunal diversity. Possibility of bigger mammals is very low due to the cumulative disturbance caused by the dominated landscape.Details of Fauna given in Table No. 3.28.
Faunal Diversity in Buffer Zone:
The Buffer Zone is poor in wildlife as there was no major forests in the region and that too is away from the buffer zone. In the buffer zone Deer, Langoor and Otter are seen in vegetation/forest. Details of Fauna is given in Table No. 3.29.
The buffer zone has Bharmaputra river. List of Phytoplankton, Zooplakton and fishes are given in Table No. 3.30 and 3.31.
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Tables: Floral diversity in Core Zone: Table No. 3.26
Sl. No. Habit Species Name Common Name 1 Tree Acacia auriculaeformis Akasmani 2 Tree Adina cordifolia Taveaksopa 3 Tree Aegle marmelos Bel 4 Tree Ailanthus hexcelsa Tree of heaven 5 Tree Ailanthus integrifolia Borpat 6 Tree Anacardium occidentale Cashew nut 7 Tree Anogeissus latifolia Dhau, Dhoy 8 Tree Anona squamosa Sitaphal 9 Tree Anthocephalus cadamba Kadamb 10 Tree Artocarpus chama Sam 11 Tree Artocarpus integrifolia Kathal 12 Tree Azadirachta indica Neem 13 Tree Bombax ceiba Semal 14 Tree Bombax malabarica Simalu 15 Athabor, Tree Ficus elastica Indian rubber 16 Tree Ficus glomerata, Roxb. Gular 17 Tree Ficus religiosa Pipal 18 Tree Ficus religiosa Ahat 19 Tree Garcinia pedunculata Thekera 20 Tree Grevillea robusta Silver oak 21 Tree Mesua ferrea Nahar 22 Tree Michelia champaca Tita sopa 23 Tree Nyctanthes arbortristis Sewali 24 Tree Phyllanthus emblica Amlakhi 25 Tree Plumeria rubra Champo 26 Tree Polyalthia longifolia Debdaru 27 Tree Pongamia pinnata Tamsica 28 Tree Pongamia pinnata (L.) Pierre Karanj 29 Tree Putrajiva roxburghii Putranjibi 30 Tree Ravenala madagascariensis Traveller’s tree 31 Tree Ricinus communis L. Devalo 32 Tree Saraca indica Ashoka tree 33 Tree Shorea assamica Mekai 34 Tree Shorea robusta Sal 35 Tree Syzygium cumini Jamun 36 Tree Tamarindus indicum L. Amli 37 Tree Tectona grandis Teak 38 Tree Terminalia Arjuna Arjun
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39 Tree Terminalia bellirica Bahira 40 Tree Terminalia chebula Silikka 41 Tree Tetrameles nudiflora Bhelu 42 Herb Acalypha indica Kuppi 43 Herb Aloe vera Gheekumari 44 Herb Alternanthera sessilis Garundi, Guroo 45 Herb Cannabis sativa Bhang 46 Shrub Calotropis procera Akado 47 Shrub Camellia sinensis Chai (tea) 48 Shrub Cassia alata Dadmurdan 49 Climber Coccinia grandis Kunduru 50 Climber Cuscuta reflexa Amarbel 51 Climber Ipomoea quamoclit Kanlata 52 Kumarika, Climber Smilax macrophylla Jangli aushbah, Bhitura 53 Grass Cynodon dactylon Doob 54 Grass Cyperus compressus - 55 Aquatic Ceratophyllum demersum - Plants 56 Aquatic Eichhornia crassipes Jal Kumbhi Plants 57 Aquatic Hydrilla verticillata Jhangi, Kureli Plants 58 Aquatic Ipomea aquatica - Plants 59 Aquatic Lemna minor - Plants 60 Aquatic Potamogeton crispus - Plants 61 Aquatic Sagittaria latifolia - Plants Source :Primary Suvey and survey based on interaction withlocal people
Floristic diversity observed in the buffer Zone:
Table No. 3.27
Sl. No. Habit Species Name Common Name 1 Tree Acacia auriculaeformis Akasmani 2 Tree Adina cordifolia Taveaksopa 3 Tree Aegle marmelos Bel 4 Tree Ailanthus hexcelsa Tree of heaven 5 Tree Ailanthus integrifolia Borpat 6 Tree Albizzia amara - 7 Tree Albizzia procera Korai 8 Tree Alstonia scholaris Sotiana Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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9 Tree Altingia excelsa Jituli 10 Tree Anacardium occidentale Cashew nut 11 Tree Anogeissus latifolia Dhau, Dhoy 12 Tree Anona squamosa Sitaphal 13 Tree Anthocephalus cadamba Kadamb 14 Tree Artocarpus chama Sam 15 Tree Artocarpus integrifolia Kathal 16 Tree Azadirachta indica Neem 17 Tree Bauhinia malabarica Tenga kotra 18 Tree Bauhinia purpurea Kanchan 19 Tree Bombax ceiba Semal 20 Tree Bombax malabarica Simalu 21 Tree Bridelia retusa Kohir 22 Tree Butea monosperma Dhak 23 Tree Callistemon citrinus Bottle brush 24 Tree Canarium bengalensis Dhuna 25 Tree Carallia lucida Mohi thekara 26 Tree Carica papaya Papaya 27 Tree Cassia fistula Sonam 28 Tree Cassia siamea Mirjati 29 Tree Ceiba pentandra White silk cotton 30 Tree Cordia dichotoma Ghap akharea 31 Tree Dalbergia sissoo Sisu 32 Tree Dipterocarpus macrocarpus Hollong 33 Tree Dipterocarpus terbinatus Garjan 34 Tree Emblica officinalis - 35 Tree Eucalyptus globules Blue gum 36 Tree Ficus bengalensis Barh 37 Tree Ficus carica Dumar/Fig 38 Athabor, Tree Ficus elastica Indian rubber 39 Tree Ficus glomerata, Roxb. Gular 40 Tree Ficus religiosa Pipal 41 Tree Ficus religiosa Ahat 42 Tree Garcinia pedunculata Thekera 43 Tree Grevillea robusta Silver oak 44 Tree Holarrhena antidysentrica Dudh khori 45 Tree Lagerstroemia parviflora Sida 46 Tree Madhuca longifolia Mahua 47 Tree Mangifera indica Aam 48 Tree Manilkara hexandra Oubard 49 Tree Melia azedarch Ghoranim 50 Tree Mesua ferrea Nahar 51 Tree Michelia champaca Tita sopa
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52 Tree Nyctanthes arbortristis Sewali 53 Tree Phyllanthus emblica Amlakhi 54 Tree Plumeria rubra Champo 55 Tree Polyalthia longifolia Debdaru 56 Tree Pongamia pinnata Tamsica 57 Tree Pongamia pinnata (L.) Pierre Karanj 58 Tree Putrajiva roxburghii Putranjibi 59 Tree Ravenala madagascariensis Traveller’s tree 60 Tree Ricinus communis L. Devalo 61 Tree Saraca indica Ashoka tree 62 Tree Shorea assamica Mekai 63 Tree Shorea robusta Sal 64 Tree Syzygium cumini Jamun 65 Tree Tamarindus indicum L. Amli 66 Tree Tectona grandis Teak 67 Tree Terminalia Arjuna Arjun 68 Tree Terminalia bellirica Bahira 69 Tree Terminalia chebula Silikka 70 Tree Tetrameles nudiflora Bhelu 71 Tree Thespesia populnea Portia Tree 72 Tree Thevetia nenilifolia Yellow oleander 73 Tree Zizyphus jujuba Ber 74 Tree Michelia champaca Teeta chap 75 Tree Cocos nucifera Nariyal 76 Tree Areca catechu Supari 77 Tree Vitex negundo Nirgundi 78 Tree Delonix regia Gulmohar 79 Herb Abutilon indicum Kanghi 80 Herb Acalypha indica Kuppi 81 Herb Achyranthes aspera Chirchita, Latjira 82 Jangli Herb Ageratum conyzoides pudina, Visadodi 83 Herb Aloe vera Gheekumari 84 Herb Alternanthera sessilis Garundi, Guroo 85 Herb Amaranthus spinosus Kanta chaulai 86 Herb Amaranthus viridis Jungali Chaulayi 87 Herb Boerhavia diffusa Punarnava, Satha 88 Panwar, Bon Herb Cassia tora medelua, Dari diga 89 Herb Commelina diffusa Jalpari 90 Herb Croton bonplandianum - 91 Herb Mimosa pudica Chui-mui, Lajvanti
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92 Herb Ocimum sanctum Tulsi 93 Herb Solanum nigrum Mokoi 94 Khal-muriya, Herb Tridax procumbens Tal- muriya 95 Herb Xanthium strumarium Chota Dhatura 96 Herb Cassia hirsuta - 97 Kasunda, Herb Cassia occidentalis Hant- thenga 98 Herb Cannabis sativa Bhang 99 Shrub Calotropis procera Akado 100 Shrub Camellia sinensis Chai (tea) 101 Shrub Cassia alata Dadmurdan 102 Shrub Cassia viscosa - 103 Shrub Hibiscus rosa sinensis Chinarose 104 Shrub Ipomoea carnea Behaya, Beshram 105 Shrub Jatropha curcas Ratanjot 106 Shrub Lantana camara Lantana 107 Shrub Tabernaemontana divaricata Chandani 108 Shrub Thuja occidentalis Thuja 109 Shrub Triumfetta rhomboidea Chikti 110 Parthenium hysterophorus Gajar Ghas Shrub 111 Climber Coccinia grandis Kunduru 112 Climber Cuscuta reflexa Amarbel 113 Climber Ipomoea quamoclit Kanlata 114 Kumarika, Climber Smilax macrophylla Jangli aushbah, Bhitura 115 Grass Cynodon dactylon Doob 116 Grass Cyperus compressus - 117 Bara-nagar- Grass Cyperus rotundus motha, Motha 118 Grass Dactyloctenium aegyptium Makara 119 Malankuri, Grass Eleusine indica Balraja, Mandla 120 Aquatic Ceratophyllum demersum - Plants 121 Aquatic Eichhornia crassipes Jal Kumbhi Plants 122 Aquatic Hydrilla verticillata Jhangi, Kureli Plants 123 Aquatic Ipomea aquatica - Plants 124 Aquatic Lemna minor - Plants 125 Aquatic Potamogeton crispus -
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Plants 126 Aquatic Sagittaria latifolia - Plants 127 Bamboos Bambusa multiplex - 128 Bamboos Bambusa textilis Wever’s Bamboo 129 Bamboos Bambusa vulgaris - 130 Cactus Cereus hexagonus - Source:Primary Suvey and survey based on interaction with local people.
Fauna diversity in core site:
Table No. 3.28
Schedule of Wild Common Name / Life Protection Sl. No . Scientific Name Local Name Act in Which Listed Mammals Indian Palm Squirrel Schedule-IV 1. Funambulus pennantii 2. Porcupine Hystrix indica Schedule-IV 3. Common House Rat Rattus rattus Schedule-V Indian flying Fox Schedule-V 4. Pteropus giganteus 5. Hare Lepus nigricollis Schedule-IV Reptiles and
Ambhibians Common Toad - 1 Duttaphrynus melanostictus Indian Skipper Frog - 2 Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Typhlops Schedule-IV 3 Ramphotyphlops braminus 4 Common Rat Snake Ptyas mucosus Schedule-II Checkered Keelback Schedule-II 5 Xenochrophis piscator House Lizard - 6 Hemidactylus brookii Indian Garden Lizard - 7 Calotes versicolor 8 Fan-Throated Lizard Sitana - ponticeriana 9 Indian Cobra Naja naja Schedule-II Avifauna Little Grebe 1 Tachybaptus IV ruficollis 2 Great Cormorant Phalacrocorax IV
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carbo Little Cormorant 3 Phalacrocorax IV niger 4 Grey Heron Ardea cinerea V 5 Cattle Egret Bubulcus ibis IV 6 Purple Heron Ardea purpurea IV 7 Indian Pond Heron Ardeola grayii IV 8 Intermediate Egret Ardea IV intermedia 9 Common Teal Anas crecca IV Black Francolin 10 Francolinus IV francolinus 11 Common Coot Fulica atra IV 12 Red Wattled Lapwing Vanellus indicus IV Little Ringed Plover 13 Charadrius IV dubius 14 Wood Sandpiper Tringa glareola IV Common Sandpiper 15 Actitis IV hypoleucos Little Green Bee-Eater 16 Merops IV orientalis Indian Roller 17 Coracias IV benghalensis Source :Primary Suvey and survey based on interaction with local people.
Fauna diversity in BufferZone Table No. 3.29 Schedule of Wild Common Name / Life Protection Sl. No . Scientific Name Local Name Act in Which Listed Mammals 1. Wild Boar Sus scrofa Schedule-III 2. Jackal Canis aureus Schedule-II Indian Grey Mongoose Schedule-II 3. Herpestes edwardsii 4. Rhesus Macaque Macaca mulatta Schedule-II Indian Palm Squirrel Schedule-IV 5. Funambulus pennantii 6. Porcupine Hystrix indica Schedule-IV 7. Common House Rat Rattus rattus Schedule-V Indian flying Fox Schedule-V 8. Pteropus giganteus 9. Hare Lepus nigricollis Schedule-IV Reptiles
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Common Toad - 1 Duttaphrynus melanostictus Indian Skipper Frog - 2 Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Typhlops* Schedule-IV 3 Ramphotyphlops braminus 4 Common Rat Snake* Ptyas mucosus Schedule-II Checkered Keelback* Schedule-II 5 Xenochrophis piscator House Lizard - 6 Hemidactylus brookii Indian Garden Lizard - 7 Calotes versicolor 8 Fan-Throated Lizard Sitana - ponticeriana 9 Indian Cobra Naja naja Schedule-II 10 Russell’s Viper Daboia russelii Schedule-II Avifauna Little Grebe 1 Tachybaptus IV ruficollis Great Cormorant 2 Phalacrocorax IV carbo Little Cormorant 3 Phalacrocorax IV niger 4 Grey Heron Ardea cinerea V 5 Cattle Egret Bubulcus ibis IV 6 Purple Heron Ardea purpurea IV 7 Indian Pond Heron Ardeola grayii IV 8 Intermediate Egret Ardea IV intermedia 9 Common Teal Anas crecca IV Black Francolin 10 Francolinus IV francolinus 11 Common Coot Fulica atra IV 12 Red Wattled Lapwing Vanellus indicus IV Little Ringed Plover 13 Charadrius IV dubius 14 Wood Sandpiper Tringa glareola IV Common Sandpiper 15 Actitis IV hypoleucos Little Green Bee-Eater 16 Merops IV orientalis Indian Roller 17 Coracias IV benghalensis 18 Hoopoe Upupa epops IV
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19 Brahminy Kite Haliastur indus - 20 Osprey Pandion IV haliaetus 21 Black Kite Milvus migrans Purple Sunbird 22 Nectarinia IV asiatica 23 Indian River Tern Sterna aurantia IV Baya Weaver 24 Ploceus IV philippinus Bank Myna 25 Acridotheres IV ginginianus Common Myna 26 Acridotheres IV tristis Oriental Magpie Robin 27 Copsychus IV saularis 28 Jungle Babbler Turdoides striata IV 29 Rock Pigeon Columba livia IV Eurasian Color Dove 30 Streptopelia IV decaocto Rose Ringed Parakeet 31 Psittacula IV krameri 32 Common Cuckoo Cuculus canorus IV Asian Koel 33 Eudynamys IV scolopaceus 34 Little Swift Apus affinis IV 35 Common Swift Apus apus IV 36 House Swift Apus nipalensis IV 37 Great Tit Parus major IV Fork Tailed Drongo 38 Dicrurus IV adsimilis 39 House Sparrow Passer IV domesticus Red Vented Bulbul 40 Pycnonotus IV cafer 41 Grey Wagtail Motacilla cinerea 42 Common King Fisher Alcedo atthis House Crow 43 Corvus splendens
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Organisms Found Bharmaputra River Table No. 3.30 Phytoplankton Cholorophycea Volvox spp. Chlorella spp. Chlamydomonas spp. Ceratium spp. Tetraedoron spp. Gnitella spp.
Cyanophyceae Anabaena spp. Oscillatoria spp. Anacystis spp. Lemma spp. Bacillariophyceae Nitzschia spp. Fragillaria spp. Diatoma spp. Zoopalnkton Protozoa Paramecium spp. Colchidium spp. Vorticella spp. Arcella spp. Giardia spp.
Rotifera Keratella spp. Brachionus spp. Philodina spp. Crustacea Cyclops spp. Bosmina spp. Diaptomus spp. Source :Primary Suvey and survey based on interaction with local people.
List of Fishes (Bharmputra River) Table No. 3.31 S.No. Family Common Name Scientific Name 1. Notopteridae Humped featherback Notopterus chitala 2. Notopteridae Grey featherback Notopterus notopterus 3. Anguillidae Indian longfin eel Anguilla bengalensis 4. Clupeidae Indian River shad Gudusia chapra 5. Clupeidae Hilsa Hilsa ilisha 6. Cyprinidae Mola carplet Amblypharyngodon mola 7. Cyprinidae Chocolate mahsheer Neolissocheilus hexagonolepis Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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8. Cyprinidae Catla Catla catla 9. Cyprinidae Reba carp Cirrhinus reba 10. Cyprinidae Rohu Labeo rohita 11. Cyprinidae Kuria labeo Labeo gonius 12. Cyprinidae Black rohu Labeo calbasu 13. Cyprinidae Bata labeo Labeo bata 14. Cyprinidae Boga labeo Labeo boga 15. Cyprinidae Chola barb Puntius chola 16. Cyprinidae Rosy barb Puntius conchonius 17. Cyprinidae Golden dwarf barb Puntius gelius 18. Cyprinidae Spotfin swam Barb Puntius sophore 19. Cyprinidae Fire fin barb Puntius ticto 20. Cyprinidae Bengala barb Bengala elenga 21. Cyprinidae Blackline rasbora Parluciosoma daniconius 22. Cyprinidae Aspidoparia Aspidoparia morar 23. Cyprinidae Jaya Aspidoparia jaya 24. Cyprinidae Barna baril Barilius barna 25. Cyprinidae Hamilton’s barila Barilius bendelisis 26. Cyprinidae Vagra baril Barilius vagra 27. Cyprinidae Zebra danio Brachydanio rerio 28. Cyprinidae Giant danio Danio aequpinnatus 29. Cyprinidae Silver danio Danio devario 30. Cyprinidae Indian Glass barb Chela laubuca 31. Cyprinidae Silver hatchet chela Chela cachius 32. Sisoridae Gangetic gonch Bagarius bagarius 33. Sisoridae Gonch Bagarius yarrellii 34. Belontidae Giant gourami Colisa fasciatus 35. Belontidae Dwarf gourami Colisa lalia 36. Belontidae Honey gourami Colisa sota 37. Anabantidae Climbing perch Anabas testudineus 38. Cyprinodontidae Blue panchax Aplocheilus panchax 39. Tetraodontidae Ocellated pufferfish Tetraodon cutcutia
Source :Primary Suvey and survey based on interaction with local people.
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3.9 Land use Land Use/ Land Cover mapping (using Remote Sensing & GIS): 3.9.1 Introduction The land use/land cover information relates to the status, spatial distribution & area extent of different land cover/land use categories. Land cover and land use are terms that are often used interchangeably; however, they have different meanings. Land cover results from a complex mixture of natural and anthropogenic influences and is the composition and characteristics of land surface elements (Cihlar, 2000). In contrast, land use is characterized by economic uses of land and people’s relationships with the environment (Avery and Berlin, 1992). For example, a land cover of forest, when considered as a land use, could be a park. To classify land use with satellite imagery often requires the use of supplementary information such as fieldwork. The land cover/ land use classification system is based on the methodology given in 'Manual of Nationwide land use/land cover mapping using Digital Techniques’. Remote sensing is the science and art of obtaining information about an object, area or phenomena through the analysis of data acquired by a device that is not in contact with the object, area, or phenomena under investigation. The data analysis process involves examining the data using various image processing techniques by a digital computer. Its application in the field of environmental management is of great prominence. The inherently digital nature of remotely sensed data, supporting quantitative & statistical analysis of spectral measurement, led to rapid advancement in the field of digital techniques. With a view to facilitate utilization of this modern technology in the management of the resources, a chain of digital image processing steps have been carried for the land use/land cover mapping. The entire investigations have been carried out using ERDAS Imagine digital image processing software and Geographic Information System (ARC GIS).
3.9.2 Data Input 3.9.2.1Satellite Date SENTINEL-2 composite band of 3, 4, 8 of 10m resolution, A018434 of 12/04/2019. 3.9.2.2 Collateral Data Survey of India Topographical Map Ground Truth Information Other Collateral Information
3.9.2.3 Methodology The research on remote sensing has been directed for several decades towards image processing & development of methods for digital map generation especially on land use/land cover. The primary aims were to produce thematic maps that could be quickly updated. However, maps obtained from digital automatic classification fails to fully satisfy the purpose for which it is generated. Therefore,
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The overall methodology for land use/land cover map generation is explained in the flowchart. The FCC of the study area is depicted in the Exhibit No.3.6.
Erdas Image Processing Software was used for digital processing of the spatial data. Digital image processing techniques were applied for the mapping of the land use/land cover classes of the provided area from the satellite data. The methodology applied comes under following steps:
Image Extraction: A sub set for the Area of Interest was created through ERDAS image processing software. Geo-Rectification: Geometric correction includes correction for geometric distortions due to sensor, earth geometry variations and conversion of the data to real world coordinates (e.g. Latitude and Longitude) on the Earth’s surface. The satellite imagery was geometrically rectified with reference to the geo-referenced toposheets and vector data.
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Image Enhancement: Image enhancement is one of the important image processing functions primarily done to improve the appearance of the imagery to assist in visual interpretation and analysis. Various options of image enhancement techniques were tried out to get the best image for visual interpretation. Histogram equalized stretch enhancement techniques ware applied to the imagery of the study area for better interpretation of different features in the satellite imagery.
The SENTINEL-2on 10m (Exhibit No.3.7) has been used for digital classification of land use categories. The subset area of 10 kms radius area has been stratified by generating forest mask from topographical map. In non-forest area, the un- supervised classification has been applied. In this particular type of classification spectral classes are grouped first, based solely on the numerical information in the data, and are then matched by the analyst to information classes. Unsupervised classifiers do not utilize training sets as the basis for classification. Rather it involve algorithms called clustering algorithms, that examine the unknown pixels in an image and aggregate them into a number of classes based on the natural groupings or clusters present in the image values. The analyst specifies the desired number of classes. Thus unlike supervised classification, it does not start with a pre-determined set of classes, however it is neither done completely without human intervention. Rest forested area is classified using NDVI density slicing method. The cultural features like roads, villages and forest boundaries have been drawn from the existing maps.
The land use classified through un-supervised classification of the area and the cultural features of roads, rail and village locations have been overlaid. The land use/ land cover map of the area has been extracted using 10 km. radius mask and area statistics have been generated.
3.9.2.4 Results and Discussions 3.9.2.4.1 General Land use/ Land cover The land use/ land cover map has been generated on 1:50,000 scale using digital classification of SENTINEL-2is utilized. Based on the methodology developed for the present land use/ land cover, categories have been grouped under the following major land use/land cover categories.
Major land use/land cover categories of study area
Table No. 3.32
Sl. No. Category Area (in ha) % of the Study area
1 Agricultural land 5801.49 18.48
2 Waste land 11057.55 35.22
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3 Protected Forest/Natural Vegetation Area 7326.55 23.33
4 River/water bodies 3555.12 11.32
5 Built up land 3659.29 11.65
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. Agricultural land : Based on satellite data and very limited ground truth, the total agricultural land and current fallow land, are classified by using image classification techniques. Existing agricultural area were depicted by utilizing Sentinel multispectral satellite data. The total agricultural area is about 5801.49 hectares which is 18.48 percent of the total study area. Out of which total cropped area is about 1421.34 ha i.e. 4.53% and fallow land is about 4380.15 ha i.e. 13.95%.
Wastelands: Mainly wastelands can be grouped into two categories viz. culturable and non- culturable wastelands. Scrub lands with or without scrub, Grass land and river sand areas can be classified under wastelands. Scrub lands which are quite similar with degraded forest in image characteristics. These lands are further examined on the ground and cross checked with the forest boundaries to classify into scrub lands. Scrub lands are 4827.28 hectares which is about 15.37 percent of the study area. Grass lands have 4561.59 ha area which is about 14.53% of the total study area. Sandy areas along major river has been classified as river sand and covering an ar.ea of about 1668.68 ha with 5.31% cover.
Protected Forest/Natural Vegetation Area:
Sl. No. Category Area (in ha) % of the Study area
1 Dense Forest/ vegetation 6567.61 20.92
2 Open Forest/ vegetation 758.94 2.42
Total 7326.55 23.33
This represents the area under forest/natural vegetation, about 7326.55 hectares or 23.33 percent of the study area. The area with a canopy cover of more than 40% is classified as dense forest and has an area of 6567.61 ha and 20.92% coverage of total forest land. The forest areas under protected areas
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and with a canopy cover of 10 – 40% has been classified as open forest areas. The area under open forest is about 758.94 ha which is 2.42% of the study area. The study area also has areas of natural vegetation but not protected by forest department. River/Water Bodies : Based on satellite data, the water bodies and water logged areas are giving the same tone and texture so it is very difficult to discriminate water logged areas with the water bodies. Presently old water logged is also being considered as water body in the study area. The total area falling within the water bodies are 3555.12 ha which is about 11.32% of the total study area.
Built-up land: Built-up land includes the urban or rural settlements, roads and railway line etc. No typical spectral signature of settlements could be observed so as to classify under built-up land use. The village locations and their area extent have been extracted from the satellite data of high resolution and also from the existing topographical maps. The area occupied by built-up class shown in the classified image is therefore based on the visual interpretation of high resolution satellite data and also topographical maps. The major built-up area is about 3659.29 hectares which is 11.65 percent of the total 10 km radius study area.
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 70.40 50.40 10.60 21.90 05.03.2019 65.30 46.20 10.80 22.30 08.03.2019 50.40 47.20 10.40 24.41 13.03.2019 52.50 52.40 10.89 26.36 16.03.2019 60.40 51.72 11.15 26.30 20.03.2019 62.30 52.80 11.16 26.10 24.03.2019 50.54 44.10 11.20 26.30 27.03.2019 60.50 49.30 13.40 24.30 01.04.2019 55.36 46.20 13.41 27.50 04.04.2019 52.40 52.50 14.30 27.60 09.04.2019 55.30 49.60 15.50 28.30 12.04.2019 52.46 46.90 14.14 29.80 14.04.2019 55.36 56.13 13.30 22.84 17.04.2019 52.55 51.63 12.39 27.90 21.04.2019 60.62 46.28 12.40 27.40 26.04.2019 55.78 38.20 11.30 27.30 28.04.2019 60.90 35.60 10.80 23.30 30.04.2019 55.87 51.60 11.80 24.15 05.05.2019 62.48 47.82 12.80 26.20 12.05.2019 60.70 49.80 12.20 27.60 14.05.2019 52.10 48.60 10.30 26.90 18.05.2019 55.25 43.62 12.60 28.80 21.05.2019 56.28 47.85 12.10 26.45 24.05.2019 58.60 44.71 12.15 26.70 26.05.2019 58.40 48.80 11.60 27.40 28.05.2019 70.10 44.70 11.70 23.40
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 57.80 47.87 12.09 26.06 GEOMETRIC MEAN 57.57 47.66 12.03 25.97 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 5.33 4.39 1.32 2.09
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 70.40 56.13 15.50 29.80 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 50.40 35.60 10.30 21.90
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 52.10 52.46 55.25 55.36 55.87 58.60 60.50 60.90 62.48 70.10 PM2.5 43.62 44.70 46.20 46.90 47.85 49.30 49.80 51.63 52.40 52.80 SO2 10.60 10.80 11.16 11.30 11.80 12.20 12.40 13.30 13.41 14.30 NO2 22.84 23.40 24.41 26.20 26.36 26.90 27.40 27.60 27.90 28.80
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 54.69 29.04 8.00 12.78 05.03.2019 56.60 26.82 8.80 9.90 08.03.2019 44.21 25.83 7.84 14.97 13.03.2019 55.82 24.97 7.28 12.58 16.03.2019 57.30 26.21 9.79 11.10 20.03.2019 50.70 20.48 8.60 13.06 24.03.2019 48.27 21.63 7.79 12.24 27.03.2019 50.75 28.84 8.84 13.80 01.04.2019 52.72 26.40 8.80 11.00 04.04.2019 58.50 24.50 8.90 12.50 09.04.2019 58.27 30.40 9.40 12.20 12.04.2019 54.64 30.30 9.50 15.00 14.04.2019 55.62 28.40 7.49 15.80 17.04.2019 56.60 25.50 8.40 13.00 21.04.2019 55.82 24.40 8.30 14.40 26.04.2019 41.50 24.30 8.40 14.50 28.04.2019 43.64 28.40 8.60 14.30 30.04.2019 54.02 26.50 7.90 14.00 05.05.2019 49.97 27.50 9.26 12.70 12.05.2019 54.10 30.64 9.66 12.73 14.05.2019 50.70 22.48 7.84 13.32 18.05.2019 55.12 22.18 8.16 16.21 21.05.2019 56.91 22.98 9.10 12.32 24.05.2019 51.78 19.58 8.24 15.19 26.05.2019 43.86 24.23 9.85 18.98 28.05.2019 50.20 20.98 7.80 13.20
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 52.40 25.52 8.56 13.53 GEOMETRIC MEAN 52.17 25.33 8.53 13.41 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 4.73 3.11 0.73 1.86
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 58.50 30.64 9.85 18.98 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 41.50 19.58 7.28 9.90
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 43.86 48.27 50.70 50.75 54.02 54.69 55.62 56.60 56.91 58.27 PM2.5 20.98 22.18 24.23 24.40 25.50 26.40 26.82 28.40 29.04 30.40 SO2 7.79 7.84 8.00 8.24 8.40 8.80 8.84 9.26 9.50 9.79 NO2 11.10 12.24 12.58 12.73 13.06 13.80 14.30 14.97 15.19 16.21
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 50.80 29.04 7.84 14.97 05.03.2019 48.48 30.20 7.28 12.58 08.03.2019 47.58 25.83 9.79 11.10 13.03.2019 54.42 24.97 9.30 13.06 16.03.2019 53.50 26.21 7.79 12.24 20.03.2019 56.44 28.60 8.84 13.80 24.03.2019 45.58 21.63 8.80 11.00 27.03.2019 51.04 28.84 8.90 12.50 01.04.2019 49.50 26.40 9.40 12.20 04.04.2019 53.93 24.50 9.50 15.00 09.04.2019 54.55 29.70 7.49 15.80 12.04.2019 52.60 30.30 8.40 13.00 14.04.2019 57.47 28.40 8.30 14.40 17.04.2019 52.40 25.50 8.40 14.50 21.04.2019 50.44 24.40 7.42 16.00 26.04.2019 54.48 27.30 9.20 16.35 28.04.2019 46.49 28.40 9.50 12.00 30.04.2019 51.15 26.50 9.45 12.40 05.05.2019 54.52 27.50 10.10 15.30 12.05.2019 59.80 29.5 10.30 14.00 14.05.2019 53.94 22.48 10.26 15.24 18.05.2019 50.44 24.3 10.98 15.85 21.05.2019 56.49 22.98 10.87 12.74 24.05.2019 52.50 19.58 11.06 13.15 26.05.2019 49.06 24.23 10.46 12.89 28.05.2019 47.88 21.30 10.66 15.63
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 52.13 26.10 9.24 13.76 GEOMETRIC MEAN 52.02 25.93 9.17 13.67 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 3.45 3.00 1.15 1.59
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 59.80 30.30 11.06 16.35 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 45.58 19.58 7.28 11.00
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 47.58 48.48 50.44 50.80 52.40 53.50 53.94 54.52 56.44 57.47 PM2.5 21.63 22.98 24.40 24.97 26.21 27.30 28.40 28.84 29.50 30.20 SO2 7.49 7.84 8.40 8.84 9.30 9.50 9.79 10.30 10.66 10.98 NO2 12.00 12.24 12.58 12.89 13.15 14.40 14.97 15.30 15.80 16.00
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 57.47 32.32 8.30 10.20 05.03.2019 54.10 33.60 8.42 10.60 08.03.2019 58.50 37.40 8.56 10.50 13.03.2019 59.44 40.40 8.48 10.35 16.03.2019 58.48 38.32 8.66 10.40 20.03.2019 54.50 36.40 9.30 12.38 24.03.2019 55.48 35.30 9.20 12.30 27.03.2019 52.04 32.90 9.70 10.45 01.04.2019 56.48 32.35 9.40 11.20 04.04.2019 59.50 40.10 9.30 11.90 09.04.2019 61.29 32.25 9.34 11.30 12.04.2019 56.58 40.48 8.35 10.50 14.04.2019 58.82 32.50 8.50 10.70 17.04.2019 60.10 30.26 8.70 10.60 21.04.2019 56.78 29.50 7.80 10.80 26.04.2019 50.02 32.50 7.06 9.90 28.04.2019 53.15 28.38 6.72 9.50 30.04.2019 57.41 38.40 7.19 7.10 05.05.2019 54.50 27.40 6.90 7.72 12.05.2019 56.58 33.15 6.03 7.82 14.05.2019 57.58 39.60 7.48 7.60 18.05.2019 59.12 38.40 7.66 9.40 21.05.2019 62.18 37.15 7.35 8.50 24.05.2019 56.60 40.40 6.08 8.60 26.05.2019 52.70 38.32 7.26 7.50 28.05.2019 58.69 36.40 6.50 7.30
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 56.85 35.16 8.01 9.81 GEOMETRIC MEAN 56.78 34.94 7.94 9.68 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 2.86 3.89 1.08 1.58
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 62.18 40.48 9.70 12.38 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 50.02 27.40 6.03 7.10
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 52.70 54.10 55.48 56.58 56.78 57.58 58.50 59.12 59.50 61.29 PM2.5 29.50 32.25 32.50 32.90 35.30 37.15 38.32 38.40 40.10 40.40 SO2 6.50 6.90 7.26 7.48 8.30 8.48 8.56 9.20 9.30 9.40 NO2 7.50 7.72 8.60 9.50 10.35 10.50 10.60 10.80 11.30 12.30
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 59.55 34.50 8.45 9.90 05.03.2019 55.30 30.04 8.38 8.90 08.03.2019 46.60 28.10 8.40 8.80 13.03.2019 59.20 32.20 6.48 8.10 16.03.2019 57.04 34.44 7.90 9.10 20.03.2019 58.50 28.40 8.80 9.20 24.03.2019 50.20 26.30 9.82 9.40 27.03.2019 53.19 24.46 7.65 9.20 01.04.2019 61.60 27.30 9.90 9.40 04.04.2019 58.60 28.40 9.10 8.90 09.04.2019 60.52 32.30 9.20 10.40 12.04.2019 57.44 28.19 9.46 10.90 14.04.2019 59.66 26.34 7.84 10.25 17.04.2019 56.55 29.20 7.90 10.27 21.04.2019 53.51 25.41 8.10 10.59 26.04.2019 46.60 21.38 7.86 8.40 28.04.2019 46.57 23.45 8.13 8.57 30.04.2019 58.50 21.81 8.50 9.50 05.05.2019 53.69 25.94 9.55 8.59 12.05.2019 57.50 19.85 9.84 7.59 14.05.2019 54.42 20.57 9.85 7.62 18.05.2019 57.44 25.67 7.24 7.59 21.05.2019 58.57 22.58 8.19 8.60 24.05.2019 56.48 19.00 8.53 9.62 26.05.2019 46.60 21.36 8.03 9.04 28.05.2019 52.69 23.20 7.16 9.32
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 55.25 26.17 8.47 9.14 GEOMETRIC MEAN 55.06 25.82 8.42 9.10 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 4.51 4.29 0.91 0.90
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 61.60 34.50 9.90 10.90 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 46.57 19.00 6.48 7.59
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 46.60 50.20 53.51 54.42 56.55 57.44 58.50 58.60 59.55 60.52 PM2.5 20.57 21.38 23.20 24.46 25.94 27.30 28.19 29.20 32.20 34.44 SO2 7.24 7.84 7.90 8.10 8.38 8.50 8.80 9.46 9.82 9.85 NO2 7.62 8.40 8.60 8.90 9.10 9.32 9.40 9.90 10.27 10.59
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
92 76 JRT INDUSTRIES LLP AMBIENT AIR QUALITY DATA FROM 01.03.2019 to 28.05.2019 Location :Athiabai Village STATION : A- 6 TABLE NO. 3.7 DATE 24 HOURLY
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 50.50 28.43 8.32 12.71 05.03.2019 46.55 30.55 8.20 12.30 08.03.2019 44.48 30.59 8.74 13.50 13.03.2019 51.51 30.06 7.22 10.52 16.03.2019 51.69 28.72 9.27 14.29 20.03.2019 46.50 21.97 8.13 14.09 24.03.2019 48.80 24.56 9.09 13.26 27.03.2019 45.47 29.15 9.52 14.15 01.04.2019 53.55 30.96 9.90 14.00 04.04.2019 51.48 33.86 7.80 14.50 09.04.2019 51.60 35.35 8.90 15.00 12.04.2019 50.50 32.43 7.40 15.50 14.04.2019 57.08 40.20 7.42 16.00 17.04.2019 51.59 38.30 9.20 16.35 21.04.2019 51.20 32.40 9.50 12.00 26.04.2019 47.28 30.30 9.45 12.40 28.04.2019 46.60 38.20 10.10 15.30 30.04.2019 55.54 30.54 10.30 14.00 05.05.2019 49.60 34.96 10.26 15.24 12.05.2019 52.60 34.55 10.98 15.85 14.05.2019 47.50 15.46 10.87 12.74 18.05.2019 50.30 16.23 11.06 13.15 21.05.2019 54.52 15.89 10.46 12.89 24.05.2019 47.50 19.48 10.66 15.63 26.05.2019 42.50 16.55 9.78 13.68 28.05.2019 46.60 20.48 9.45 16.24
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 49.73 28.47 9.31 14.05 GEOMETRIC MEAN 49.61 27.41 9.24 13.97 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 3.45 7.32 1.15 1.49
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 57.08 40.20 11.06 16.35 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 42.50 15.46 7.22 10.52
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 45.47 46.55 47.28 47.50 50.30 51.20 51.51 51.69 53.55 55.54 PM2.5 16.23 19.48 24.56 28.72 30.30 30.59 32.40 34.55 35.35 38.30 SO2 7.42 8.13 8.74 9.09 9.45 9.52 9.90 10.30 10.66 10.98 NO2 12.30 12.71 13.15 13.50 14.00 14.29 15.00 15.50 15.85 16.24
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
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PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 46.55 30.20 9.30 10.32 05.03.2019 45.40 32.11 9.20 10.40 08.03.2019 44.20 32.12 9.25 11.38 13.03.2019 50.20 33.24 9.40 11.40 16.03.2019 47.30 29.15 9.36 11.34 20.03.2019 54.50 36.32 9.98 10.90 24.03.2019 42.30 33.16 9.92 11.80 27.03.2019 42.96 29.25 8.32 12.40 01.04.2019 40.20 32.15 8.40 12.30 04.04.2019 39.70 36.37 8.38 13.80 09.04.2019 58.08 40.15 8.90 13.90 12.04.2019 48.42 42.67 9.85 12.40 14.04.2019 52.90 30.55 9.90 11.35 17.04.2019 48.08 27.17 9.80 14.44 21.04.2019 45.20 39.25 9.28 12.35 26.04.2019 50.28 38.16 8.95 13.25 28.04.2019 42.52 34.92 9.27 12.47 30.04.2019 46.10 31.82 9.55 11.24 05.05.2019 50.74 27.87 8.89 10.60 12.05.2019 47.19 28.65 8.18 10.16 14.05.2019 48.72 29.23 9.15 11.18 18.05.2019 52.08 30.12 7.85 10.65 21.05.2019 50.82 39.38 8.42 10.68 24.05.2019 55.69 41.34 8.60 11.08 26.05.2019 45.20 42.38 7.85 9.58 28.05.2019 40.84 44.12 7.84 10.16
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 47.55 34.30 8.99 11.60 GEOMETRIC MEAN 47.31 33.94 8.97 11.53 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 4.72 5.06 0.67 1.26
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 58.08 44.12 9.98 14.44 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 39.70 27.17 7.84 9.58
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 40.84 42.52 45.20 45.40 47.19 48.42 50.20 50.82 52.90 55.69 PM2.5 28.65 29.23 30.20 31.82 32.15 34.92 36.37 39.38 41.34 42.67 SO2 7.85 8.32 8.42 8.89 9.15 9.27 9.30 9.55 9.85 9.92 NO2 10.16 10.40 10.68 11.08 11.34 11.40 12.30 12.40 13.25 13.90
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
94 78 JRT INDUSTRIES LLP AMBIENT AIR QUALITY DATA FROM 01.03.2019 to 28.05.2019 Location :Dadora Village STATION : A- 8 TABLE NO. 3.9 DATE 24 HOURLY
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 01.03.2019 51.24 25.50 10.30 23.41 05.03.2019 47.44 27.41 10.50 25.36 08.03.2019 46.20 27.42 11.12 25.20 13.03.2019 52.30 28.54 10.16 24.15 16.03.2019 49.48 24.45 10.70 22.40 20.03.2019 55.20 31.62 11.30 25.30 24.03.2019 47.50 28.46 10.50 23.10 27.03.2019 48.49 24.55 7.84 21.50 01.04.2019 46.47 27.45 8.20 19.80 04.04.2019 50.04 31.67 7.90 20.60 09.04.2019 56.55 35.45 10.60 18.50 12.04.2019 51.20 37.97 9.50 24.15 14.04.2019 56.60 25.85 7.65 23.50 17.04.2019 50.08 22.47 8.30 19.80 21.04.2019 48.48 34.55 9.15 21.40 26.04.2019 53.09 33.46 7.15 22.60 28.04.2019 46.15 30.22 8.30 25.70 30.04.2019 48.70 27.12 9.10 26.50 05.05.2019 48.46 23.17 8.40 24.50 12.05.2019 50.10 23.95 7.48 25.30 14.05.2019 42.38 24.53 8.80 23.10 18.05.2019 36.40 25.42 7.80 21.50 21.05.2019 27.67 34.68 8.20 19.80 24.05.2019 33.10 36.64 7.20 20.60 26.05.2019 49.50 37.68 9.20 25.20 28.05.2019 45.50 39.42 8.40 24.15
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 NUMBER OF OBSERVATIONS 26 26 26 26
ARITHMETIC MEAN 47.63 29.60 8.99 22.97 GEOMETRIC MEAN 47.10 29.19 8.90 22.86 STD. GEO. DEVN. (24 HRS.) 6.51 5.06 1.28 2.21
MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION 56.60 39.42 11.30 26.50 MINIMUM CONCENTRATION 27.67 22.47 7.15 18.50
PERCENTILE VALUE : 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 98 PM10 36.40 45.50 46.47 47.50 48.49 49.50 50.08 51.24 53.09 56.55 PM2.5 23.95 24.53 25.50 27.12 27.45 30.22 31.67 34.68 36.64 37.97 SO2 7.48 7.80 8.20 8.30 8.40 9.15 9.50 10.50 10.60 11.12 NO2 19.80 20.60 21.50 22.40 23.10 24.15 24.15 25.20 25.30 25.70
NOTE : ALL VALUES ARE IN µg/m^3
95 79 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-1 Sampling Location : Jalah
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 7.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.10 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible (Accepted Limit) Limit 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00
2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable -
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.11 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.16 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 598.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 184.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 224.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 56.00 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 20.41 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 31.20 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.34 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.25 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.1 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 46.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 32.60 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 14.40 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.56 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.18 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
96 80 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-2 Sampling Location : Karaibari
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.11 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible Limit (Accepted Limit) 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable -
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.20 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.35 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 680.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 240.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 256.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 65.60 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 22.35 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 36.30 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.01 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.21 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.1 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 34.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 37.50 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 12.30 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.62 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.12 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
97 81 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-3 Sampling Location : Dhobartari
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.12 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible Limit (Accepted Limit) 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable -
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.09 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.41 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 629.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 196.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 228.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 59.20 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 19.44 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 37.10 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.01 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.21 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.1 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 44.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 37.10 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 15.60 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.51 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.16 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
98 82 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-4 Sampling Location : Gauripur
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.13 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible Limit (Accepted Limit)
1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable -
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable -
4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.22 1.00 5.00
5 pH 7.44 6.5-8.5 No relaxation
6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 694.00 500.00 2000.00
7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 240.00 200.00 600.00 8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 256.00 200.00 600.00
9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 67.20 75.00 200.00
10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 21.38 30.00 100.00
11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 39.20 - -
12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.22 - -
13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50
14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.14 0.30 No relaxation
15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 0.30
16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 38.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 34.60 200.00 400.00 18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 15.11 45.00 No relaxation
19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.65 1.00 1.50 20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002
21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation
22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.09 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
99 83 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-5 Sampling Location :Athiabai
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.14 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible Limit (Accepted Limit) 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable -
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.16 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.29 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 630.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 200.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 232.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 52.80 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 24.30 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 34.68 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.22 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.20 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 41.10 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 37.10 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 17.10 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.55 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.12 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
100 84 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-6 Sampling Location : Dadora
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.15 IS - 10500 Requirement Sl. No. Parameter Results (Accepted Permissible Limit Limit) 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable - 3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.10 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.18 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 645.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 232.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 248.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 68.80 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 18.46 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 32.00 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.32 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.26 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 31.50 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 29.60 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 14.40 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.60 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.11 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
101 85 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-7 Sampling Location : Bamuni Gaon
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.16 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible (Accepted Limit) Limit 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable - 3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.02 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.02 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 611.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 224.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 236.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 65.60 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 17.49 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 30.02 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.22 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.22 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 28.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 27.20 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 12.63 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.53 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.12 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
102 86 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : GW-8 Sampling Location : Dora Kahara
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019
Table No.3.17 IS - 10500 Sl. No. Parameter Results Requirement Permissible Limit (Accepted Limit) 1 Colour (Hazen Units) < 5 5.00 15.00 2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable - 3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - 4 Turbidity (NTU) 1.12 1.00 5.00 5 pH 7.15 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 6 Total Dissolved Solid as TDS (mg/l) 535.00 500.00 2000.00 7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 (mg/l) 220.00 200.00 600.00
8 Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) 228.00 200.00 600.00 9 Calcium as Ca (mg/l) 60.80 75.00 200.00 10 Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) 18.46 30.00 100.00 11 Sodium as Na (mg/l) 25.63 - - 12 Potassium as K (mg/l) 1.45 - - 13 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 1.50 14 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.19 0.30 No relaxation 15 Manganese as Mn (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 0.30 16 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 34.00 250.00 1000.00
17 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 25.23 200.00 400.00
18 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 10.96 45.00 No relaxation 19 Fluoride as F (mg/l) 0.45 1.00 1.50
20 Phenolics as C6H5OH (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 0.002 21 Mercury as Hg (mg/l) <0.001 0.001 No relaxation 22 Cadmium Cd (mg/l) <0.002 0.01 No relaxation 23 Selenium as Se (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 24 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 0.05 25 Cyanide as CN (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 26 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.01 No relaxation 27 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.12 5.00 15.00 28 Chromium as Cr+6 (mg/l) <0.05 0.05 No relaxation 29 Mineral Oil (mg/l) <0.01 0.50 No relaxation 30 Residual Free Chlorine (mg/l) <0.2 0.20 1.00 31 Total Coliform (MPN/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent 32 E- Coli (Nos/100 ml) Absent* Absent Absent * Not detected <1.8 MPN/100 ml.
103 87 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : SW-1 Sampling Location : Brahmaputra River (Rajdwar Ghat)
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis : 07.03.2019-25.03.2019 Table No.3.18
Sl. No. Parameter Results IS - 2296 Class C 1 pH 7.86 6.5-8.5 2 Colour (Hazen units) <5.0 300.00 3 Conductivity at 25 °C (µmhos/cm) 1022.0 - 4 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/l) 5.50 4.00 5 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (mg/l) <2.0 3.00 6 Total Dissolved Solids (mg/l) 632.00 1500.00 7 Total Suspended Solids 31.20 100.00 8 Oil & Grease <1.0 59.00 9 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 72.00 600.00 10 Boron as B (mg/l) 0.21 -
11 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 35.50 400.00
12 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 17.44 50.00 13 Free Ammonia as N (mg/l) <0.01 - 14 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.001 0.20 15 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.310 50.00 16 Fluorides as F (mg/l) 0.36 1.50 17 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 18 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.01 1.50 19 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.19 15.00 20 Sodium Absorption Ratio 1.02 - Total Coliform organisms 21 240.00 5000.00 (MPN/100ml)
104 88 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Sampling Location : Brahmaputra River Code : SW-2 (Mash Gau Ghat)
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis 07.03.2019-25.03.2019 : 12.03.2019-25.03.2019 Table No.3.19
Sl. No. Parameter Results IS - 2296 Class C 1 pH 7.80 6.5-8.5 2 Colour (Hazen units) <5.0 300.00 3 Conductivity at 25 °C (µmhos/cm) 1121.0 - 4 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/l) 5.30 4.00 5 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (mg/l) <2.0 3.00 6 Total Dissolved Solids (mg/l) 651.00 1500.00 7 Total Suspended Solids 35.50 100.00 8 Oil & Grease <1.0 59.00 9 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 68.00 600.00 10 Boron as B (mg/l) 0.25 -
11 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 42.20 400.00
12 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 15.90 50.00 13 Free Ammonia as N (mg/l) <0.01 - 14 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.001 0.20 15 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.280 50.00 16 Fluorides as F (mg/l) 0.30 1.50 17 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 18 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.01 1.50 19 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.22 15.00 20 Sodium Absorption Ratio 0.80 - 21 Total Coliform organisms (MPN/100ml) 200.00 5000.00
105 89 Water Quality Results
Project : M/s JRT Industries LLP State : ASSAM
Code : SW-3 Sampling Location : Kurijani Nadi
Date of Collection: 07.03.2019 Date of Analysis07.03.2019 : 12.03.2019-25.03.2019 -25.03.2019 Table No.3.20
Sl. No. Parameter Results IS - 2296 Class C 1 pH 7.77 6.5-8.5 2 Colour (Hazen units) <5.0 300.00 3 Conductivity at 25 °C (µmhos/cm) 1325.0 - 4 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/l) 5.10 4.00 5 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (mg/l) <2.0 3.00 6 Total Dissolved Solids (mg/l) 735.00 1500.00 7 Total Suspended Solids 26.50 100.00 8 Oil & Grease <1.0 59.00 9 Chlorides as Cl (mg/l) 80.00 600.00 10 Boron as B (mg/l) 0.24 -
11 Sulphate as SO4 (mg/l) 40.60 400.00
12 Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) 20.20 50.00 13 Free Ammonia as N (mg/l) <0.01 - 14 Arsenic as As (mg/l) <0.001 0.20 15 Iron as Fe (mg/l) 0.350 50.00 16 Fluorides as F (mg/l) 0.23 1.50 17 Lead as Pb (mg/l) <0.01 0.10 18 Copper as Cu (mg/l) <0.01 1.50 19 Zinc as Zn (mg/l) 0.22 15.00 20 Sodium Absorption Ratio 0.500 - 21 Total Coliform organisms (MPN/100ml) 280 5000.00
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Month : 07.03.2019 Table No. 3.21 Results Sl. No. PARAMETERS S-1 S-2 S-3 1 pH 6.35 6.59 6.80 2 Elec.Conductivity(µ mhos/cm) 235.00 310.00 274.00 3 Nitrogen Av.(Kg/ha) 168.00 148.00 180.00 4 Phosphorous Av.(Kg P2O5/ha) 110.00 96.00 130.00 5 Potassium Av.(Kg/ha) 118.00 78.00 88.00 6 Calcium (Kg/ha) 480.00 312.00 390.00 7 Magnesium (Kg/ha) 180.00 208.00 198.00 8 Iron Av.(Kg/ha) 9.00 10.80 13.00 9 Boron Av.(Kg/ha) 5.34 7.18 6.90 10 Organic Carbon (%) 1.20 1.64 1.18 11 Natural Moisture content % 10.40 15.00 9.90 12 Bulk Density(gm/cc) 1.50 1.48 1.28 13 Grain Size Distribution a) Textural Class Sandy Clay Sandy Clay Sandy Clay b) Sand (%) 61 68 63 c) Silt (%) 10 14 10 d) Clay (%) 29 10 31 Cation Exchange Capacity 14 2.76 3.23 2.95 (mg/100g) SAMPLING LOCATION : S-1= Near Factory S-2= Dump Area ( Waste Land) S-3= Dadora ( Ag. Land)
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CHAPTER – 4
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES
Present status of the environmental parameters has been dealt within the Chapter-3, “Description of the Environment”. The area is located near National Highway NH-31. Identification and quantification of various impacts that may be arising from the proposed production is discussed in this chapter. Any project is likely to create impact on the environment in two distinct phases : During construction phase (temporary and short term) & During operation phase (long term Impact)
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 4.1 Impact during construction phase Construction and commencement of manufacturing program shall be scheduled over a period of approximately 16 months as discussed in Chapter-2. The activities during the construction phase include site preparation, transportation of construction materials and equipment and construction of the infrastructure fa- cilities. Housing and sanitation of construction workers also is to be considered. The impact during construction phase shall be short term & temporary. 4.1.1 Land use The land requirement for the proposed plant is 43241 m2 (10.73 acres). Land is Non Forest Private Land. Approx. 30 % of the total area will have covered area and balance will remain open as per the layout plan given in Exhibit No.2.1. Cov- ered area and road, etc. will require complete clearing while open land requires partial clearing. The construction of the proposed plant would bring in certain im- mediate changes in the land use pattern. The construction activities would attract a labour population of 100 to 150 num- bers. This will last only for a short period of 16 months. Majority of work force will be arranged locally except for few who have specialized experience will stay at Gawahati/site.
4.1.2 Solid Waste Solid Waste will be generated from the following operations: Earth Work Rejects from construction activity The above waste generated will be utilized in road making and leveling.
4.1.3 Impact on air quality During the construction phase, particulate matter will be the main pollutant which would be generated from the site development activities and vehicular movement
on the road. SO2, NO2 and CO may contribute to the ambient air quality due to in- creased vehicular traffic movement. Loading and unloading operation, leveling of the site, plying of heavy vehicle, running of equipments will generate dust.
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4.1.4 Impact on noise levels Main source of noise can be Heavy Earth Moving Machinery (HEMM), other machin- eries used for cutting, drilling, welding and construction activities. The major HEMM are:
1 Dozers 1 No.
2 Scrapers 1 No.
3 Cranes 1 No.
4 Dumpers 2 Nos.
5 Roller 1 No. The noise range will be in between 70 to 100 dBA (source noise). This may have significant impact on the ambient noise level.
4.1.5 Water quality The water environment may likely affect due to the generation of effluents from sanitary facilities of the Construction Workers, washing of vehicles, spillage of fuels and run-off water.
4.2 Impact during operational phase 4.2.1 Air Quality
Source of dust emission in the plant are given below: 1. Asbestos fibre grinding mill 2. Fly ash feeding point 3. Cement feeding point 4. Hard ground waste Wet Ball Mill 5. Salvage plant / Carbo – cutting under water jet Air pollution control system (APCS) will be provided at these places to prevent the dust particles from getting air borne. Hard Ground Waste Wet ball Mill and Salvag- ing Plant will operate in wet conditions under water mixing / water jet, therefore, APCS will not be required in these two places. The location of emission point is shown in the (Exhibit No.4.1.). Increase in particulate level beyond certain level can have major health effect.
4.2.1.1 Impact on Air Quality Impact assessment is an important part of Environmental Impact Assessment Study. There are various techniques to predict the impacts. Mathematical modeling is an established and accepted technique to predict the impacts. In this section impact on air environment due to emissions generated from proposed M/s JRT Industries Limited is assessed. The impacts have been predicted assuming pollution due to the proposed activities, meteorological condition etc.
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Impact During operation Phase:
The model simulations deal with the major pollutant viz., PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NO2. The details of source are given in below table. Table No.4.1 Sl. No. Particulars D. G. Set. 1 Stack attached to outlet of Exhaust of DG Set 2 Type of stack Circular 3 Material of stack Mild Steel 4 Stack height from ground(m) 19.0 5 Stack Diameter (m) 0.200 6 Type of fuel used Diesel 7 Ambient temperature (K) 303 8 Duct temperatue (K) 390 9 Flue gas velocity (m/sec.) 9.80 Concentration of Pollutants (g/s) Particulate Matter 0.890 10 SO2 0.060 NO2 0.090
Details Description Asbestos Fibre Cement Fly-ash Dust Dust Collector Dust Collector Collector
APCS emission outlet 19m 19m 19m height
Inside Diameter(m) 0.350 0.350 0.350
Emission Rate (g/s) for PM 0.10 0.15 0.14
APCS emission outlet gas exit Temperature 308 308 308 in Kelvin
APCS emission outlet gas exit Velocity (m/s) 3.10 5.20 3.80
Modelling Procedure: Prediction of ground level concentrations (glc’s) due to proposed project by using modeling software Aermod View. The model uses rural dispersion and regulatory defaults options as per guidelines on air quality models (PROBES/70/1997-1998). The model assumes receptors on flat terrain. The options used for short-term computations are: The plume rise is estimated by Briggs formulae, but the final rise is always limited to that of the mixing layer;
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Meteorological inputs used are hourly wind speed and direction, ambient temperature, stability class, and mixing height. Gaussian Plume Model: The short term model is based on a numerical integration over the proposed activities in the upwind and cross wind directions of Gaussian plume formula. This can be applied to the Point, Area, Line or Volume sources simultaneously and their resultant incremental concentration of the pollutant can be predicted. Stability Classification Hourly stability is determined by wind direction fluctuation method as suggested by Slade (1965)and recommended by CPCB (PROBES/70/1997-1998). The table for stability classes is given as under. Stability Class a (degree) A > 22.5 B 22.4 – 17.5 C 17.4 – 12.5 D 12.4 – 7.5 E 7.4 – 3.5 F < 3.5
Dispersion Parameters: Dispersion parameters y and z for open country conditions (Briggs, 1974) are used as the project is located on a flat terrain in a rural area. Atmospheric dispersion coefficients vary with downwind distance (x) from emission sources for different atmospheric stability conditions. (CPCB – PROBES/70/1997-98). Rural Conditions: Stability Class y az A 0.22x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.20x B 0.16x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.12x C 0.11x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.08x(1+0.0002x).5 D 0.08x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.06(1+0.0015x).5 E 0.06x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.03x(1+0.0003x)-1 F 0.04x(1+0.0001x)-.5 0.16x(1+0.0003x)-1
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Mixing Height Hour of The day Summer Season 6 60.0 7 100.0 8 150.0 9 300.0 10 810.0 11 1100.0 12 1500.0 13 2100.0 14 2350.0 15 2150.0 16 2000.0 17 1825.0 18 1475.0 19 1100.0 20 725.0 Meteorological Data: Hourly data on wind speed, direction, and temperature at one-hour interval for the monitoring period was used as meteorological input. The distribution of stability classes during this period is given under:
Stability Frequency occurrence in (%) – Pre- Monsoon Season Stability Frequency of Occur- Class rence A 2.4 B 9.0 C 19.8 D 16.2 E 15.5 F 37.0
Presentation of Results: In the present case model simulations have been carried using the hourly/24 hourly data. Short-term simulations were carried to estimate concentrations at the receptors to obtain an optimum description of variations in concentrations over the site in 10-km radius covering 16 directions. The incremental concentrations are estimated for the monitoring period. For each time scale, i.e. for 24 hr (short term) the model computes the highest concentrations observed during the period over all the measurement points.
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superimposed on the maximum baseline PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NO2 & concentrations recorded during monitoring period to arrive at the likely resultant concentrations. The cumulative concentrations (baseline + incremental) after implementation of the project are tabulated below in Table no.4.2. The resultant concentrations of
PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NO2 at all locations are within the NAAQS for Rural and
Residential category. Isopleths were drawn for the PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NO2 and shown in Exhibit 4.2 to 4.5.
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Resultant Concentrations Due To Incremental Glc’s(g/m3))
Table No.4.2
Location Name Exiting Maximums Incremental Ground level Concen- Resultant Ground level (monitored) trations Expansion Concentrations
PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 Whithin Propject 70.40 56.43 15.50 29.80 ------Site Karaibari 58.50 30.64 9.58 18.98 0.00018 0.00009 0.00005 0.00007 58.50018 30.64009 9.58005 18.98007 Dhobartari 59.80 30.30 11.06 16.35 0.16922 0.05543 0.01530 0.01589 59.96922 30.35543 11.07530 16.36589 Gauripur 62.18 40.48 9.70 12.38 0.00029 0.00012 0.00008 0.00010 62.18029 40.48012 9.70008 12.38010 Bamuni Gaon 61.60 34.50 9.90 10.90 0.00015 0.00006 0.00004 0.00011 61.60015 34.50006 9.90004 10.90011 Athiabai 57.08 40.20 11.06 16.35 0.03249 0.01070 0.00284 0.00309 57.11249 40.21070 11.06284 16.35309 Namati Jalah 58.08 44.12 9.98 14.44 0.57974 0.18991 0.05734 0.05329 58.65974 44.30991 10.03734 14.49329 Dadora 56.60 39.42 11.30 26.50 0.34244 0.11221 0.03335 0.03167 56.94244 39.53221 11.33335 26.53167
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4.2.2 Water quality The water quality analysis results of all locations show that all the parameters are within the prescribed limits as per the drinking water quality standard of IS: 10500 except Hardness. There will be process water generation in the factory which will be recycled. There will be no industrial effluent generated as the process water will be continuously recycled into the process. Domestic/sanitary waste water will be treated in STP of 15 KLD capacity. Most of the discharged water shall be utilized for gardening purpose. The project will adopt principle of zero discharge.
Rain water runoff may cause turbidity for which control measures will be taken. 4.2.3 Water requirement Total water requirement is approx. 142 KLD. Out of which 75 KLD, 35 KLD & 10KLD will be used for process, office/domestic & canteen respectively. Source of water will be bore well & rain water. Total water requirement : 142 KLD Make up water : 110 KLD (Ground water 100 KLD, Rain water 10 KLD) Recycled water : 32 KLD
The ground water will be pumped through 1 no. of tube well for process water and 1 no. of tube well will be standby. Both the tube wells will be located inside the fac- tory.
4.2.4 Groundwater potential Though ground water table in the Factory remains between 1 to 6.55 meter which is safe, the project proponent will assess the impact on ground water in long run.
4.2.5 Noise levels i) Ambient noise : The present noise levels at site in day and night times respectively were found to be within limit. The major noise generating sources are given below and shown in Layout plan. 1. Asbestos Cement sheet manufacturing area 2. DG room 3. Hard ground waste Wet Ball Mill 4. Salvaging Plant Proper control measures will be taken to keep the noise level within limit. ii) Road traffic/Traffic Density: The traffic survey is essential to realistically and accurately assess the prevailing traffic volumes and travel characteristics by undertaking classified volume count. The objective of traffic volume count survey is to assess the traffic inten- sity on the most vulnerable section of the road under question.
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The contribution of traffic due to the proposed production will be as shown be- low:
Traffic flow (proposed)per day Incoming traffic
Raw Materials 15 Trucks
Empty Trucks 20 Trucks
Outgoing traffic
Empty raw material 15 Trucks
Product Truck 20 Trucks
Total 70 Trucks both ways can be envisaged per day. This will have marginal im- pact on traffic at NH- 31 as increase in traffic shall be 3 trucks per hour.
Trucks others than JRT is 6 trucks per hour, both ways.
Truck load on the factory road will be approx. 9 trucks per hour, both ways, after production.
Route No.1: This road passes through NDRF CAMP and connected to NH-31 via Silas Senduri Ghupa road. Route No.2: This road is connected to NH-31 via Changsari bazaar. These 2 routes are entry & exit routes for raw material & finished products of JRT. NH -31: This road passes through Guwahati city and Baihata Chariali. It is a four- lane road. This is the main road used for plying of every type of vehicle commer- cial/passenger vehicle etc. Refer Exhibit No.4.6. The analysis of traffic counts provides an estimate of average daily traffic (ADT). In order to convert recorded vehicles into a common scale, the Public Carriage Unit (PCU) equivalent factor as per IRC: 64 has been adopted. The following tables reveal ADT (Average daily Traffic) in terms of number which translates into PCU.
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Traffic Density on NH-31 (both ways) Peak hour PCU No. of Vehi- No. Type of Vehicle Factor cles/hour PCU/hour LMV (Car / Jeep / Van / Three 1.0 600 600 Wheelers) Two Wheelers 0.5 650 325 HMV(Two Axel Truck/Three Axle 3.0 100 300 Truck/Bus) Total 1350 1225
Peak hour traffic is 1225 PCU per hour and 16400 PCU per day.
As per guidelines for capacity of roads in rural areas of IRC, recommended design series volumes for two lane roads are 15000 PCU/day & for four lane roads are 35000 PCU/day in plain area. Note: i) PCU – Public Carriage Unit ii) Equivalency factor – 1 Truck = 3 PCU iii) Volume in number of vehicles that pass through a given point on the road during a designated time is expressed in hour or day, unit of length in km.
As per the above the traffic due to JRT project will not make much impact in the existing traffic in NH -31.
iii) Work zone noise levels: The damage risk criteria as enforced by osha (occupational safety and health ad- ministration) to reduce hearing loss will be strictly adhered. 4.2.6 Effluent water Waste Water: Process Waste Water – From Week-End Tank Process waste water – Periodically, during maintenance, a fraction of cone tank wa- ter will pass to the sludge recycling tank. Such transferring is continued until the water coming from the cone tank is clean and without suspended solids. Once the solids are collected, the rest of the clean water is diverted to a week end tank. The solids of sludge recycling tanks are immediately recycled to the mfg process along with the water once the plant starts after maintenance. The water from the week end tank is periodically recycled to the cone tank ensuring that the week end tank is made empty before the next maintenance is taken, with any short fall being compensated by the fresh water. 4.2.7 Solid waste Expected Solid Waste Generation/ Month 1. Empty Fibre Bags – From Bag Opening Device (BOD) =0.5720 MT 2. Fibre Dust – From Dust Collector at ER Mill & BOD =0.0058 MT 3. Process Sludge – From Week-End Tank =1.1450 MT 4. Hard Broken Pieces – From Salvaging/Damages / Rejects =2.4015 MT
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5. Cement Dust – From Dust Collector at Cem Feeding =0.0245 MT 6. Fly Ash Dust – From Dust Collector at FA Feeding =0.0198 MT These have to be managed properly to have minimum impact. 4.2.8 Domestic waste water Domestic/sanitary waste water will be treated in STP. Most of the treated water shall be utilized for gardening purpose.
4.2.9 Material /Asbestos handling Since asbestos fibre is hazardous, minimum exposure of human being during its handling shall be ensured. 4.2.10 Land use Approx. 30% of the total area will be covered and balance will remain open. 33 % of the area will be covered under plantation.
Proposed land use Table no.4.3
Sl. Category Area( ha) No. 1. Plant 0.59 2. Office building 0.035 3. Handling of raw material (with provision of Silos) 0.2205 4. Open space/parking 0.2000 5. Roads 0.4000 6. Greenbelt/plantation 1.4270 7. Stock yard 1.1316 8. Warehouse 0.3359 Total 4.34
4.2.11 Flora and fauna The baseline flora and fauna has been discussed in Chapter-3. There is no wildlife sanctuary in the study area. No endangered or rare species are reported or ob- served in the study area. So there will be no significant impact on Flora and fauna in the study area.
4.2.12 Socio-economics Total direct & indirect employment generation will be approx. 100 & 150 respec- tively. The work men will be employed from nearby local villages at different levels (General Manager (plant), General Manager (marketing), Manager Engineer- ing/commercial, executives (technical/commercial/market) production supervisor, mechanical helper, office staff, packing & casual worker and unskilled labor). Local people will get jobs indirectly in transportation, loading- unloading etc. More people may be engaged in the form of retailers throughout the state.
The product is used by weaker section for making house and will be available at a cheaper cost to local people due to lower freight costs. The realization of the pro-
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ject will result into direct revenue to both state and central exchequer in terms of tariff, taxes, duties, royalties etc.. The Socio economic study has highlighted certain areas, which need special atten- tion such as health, education, transport, road, drainage, employment, fuel, irriga- tion etc. Socio economic study is covered in Chapter -3/Section 3.6. 4.3 Mitigation measures during construction phase The impact assessment of the proposed project has highlighted certain areas, which need special attention. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable de- velopment in the study area (10-km) of the project site. The project will carry out the control measures for air pollution by installing APCS, plantation in more than 33 % of the total area, rain water harvesting etc.. These are covered in the follow- ing paragraphs.
4.3.1 Land use The area shall be covered along the boundary by tin shades etc. to keep the con- struction activities inside a closed area without disturbing the routine activities of public. Construction activities will last only for a short period of 16 months. Land use will change to plant shed, office etc. as mentioned in Table no. 4.3. 4.3.2 Solid Waste Rejects generated from construction activity & earth work will be utilized in road making and leveling. 4.3.3 Air quality During the construction phase, particulate matter will be generated from the site
development activities and vehicular movement on the road. SO2, NO2 and CO may contribute to the ambient air qualities due to increased vehicular traffic movement, loading and unloading operation, leveling of the site, plying of heavy vehicle, run- ning of equipments etc.. Water will be sprinkled to control dust. Tin shades along with boundary will restrict the dust to affect the daily activities & will not affect the surrounding residential area etc.
4.3.4 Noise levels Main source of noise will be Heavy Earth Moving Machinery (HEMM), other machin- eries used for cutting, drilling, welding and construction activities. Vehicles allowed will have pollution NOC. Personal protection equipments such as earplugs / muffs will be provided to the personnel who are likely to be exposed. High noise generat- ing activities shall be restricted during night time.
4.3.5 Water quality The water environment may likely affect due to the generation of effluents from sanitary facilities of the Construction Workers, washing of vehicles, spillage of fuels and run-off water. Portable toilets shall be used. The waste material shall be gathered with guard to avoid wash off during rains.
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4.4 Mitigation measures during operational phase 4.4.1 Air Quality The air pollution sources have been discussed in the Chapter-2. Dust extraction system will be installed at the following sections. The locations of air pollution control systems are shown in the layout map. Asbestos fibre grinding mill 1. Fly ash feeding point 2. Cement feeding point 3. Hard ground waste Wet Ball Mill 4. Salvage plant / Carbo - cutting Exhausts air from each of the above bag filters proposed are vented out through chimney having height of approximately 11.5 mtrs with internal dia of 200 mm. Floor Cleaning: Industrial vacuum cleaner will be used to sweep the floor in the plant.
Dispatch: All internal roads will be made pucca to ensure that there is no fugitive emission due to plying of trucks. Water sprinkling will be done on the roads and monitoring of stack will be done regularly to check the emission. The industries will operate and maintain the air pollution control devices properly so as to comply with the emission standards of 0.2 fibre / cc for asbestos fibre and 2 mg / Nm3 for total dust. It will be ensured that the asbestos fibre concentration at work place does not exceed 1 fibre / cc, as per Factories Act, 1948 & Work place asbestos standards would be brought down from 1 fibre/cc to 0.1 fibre/cc under the Factories Act, 1948 to reduce the risk of asbestos exposure. Workers would be given education about the risk associated with asbestos dust exposure, potential health effects, etc.. Display board would be provided showing the hazards associated with asbestos and recommended precautionary measures. 4.4.2 Water Quality Sludge & waste water There is no process wastewater generation for discharge. The process water is passed through decantation tank & reused in the process. The solids in the process water, which are separated in the decantation tank is continu- ously tapped off in a concentrated form and utilized in the sheet manufacturing process. The sludge generated during weekly cleaning of the decantation tank is collected in the cone-settling pit & kept agitated. This sludge is pumped from the settling pits & fed into the process gradually over the week through the sludge re feed plant.
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4.4.3 Water requirement Total water requirement is approx. 142 KLD. Out of which 75 KLD, 35 KLD & 10KLD will be used for process, office/domestic & canteen respectively. Source of water will be bore well & rain water. Total water requirement : 142 KLD Make up water : 110 KLD( Ground water 100 KLD, Rain water 10 KLD) Recycled water : 32 KLD
The ground water will be pumped through 1 no. of tube well for process water and 1 no. of tube well will be standby. Both the tube wells will be located inside the fac- tory.
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4.4.4 Ground water potential: The ground water table in the Factory remains between 1 to 6.55 meter which is safe. However the PP will install Rainwater harvesting system inside factory premises. The rainwater of the covered area will be collected through pipe in con- crete tank. The stored water will be lifted to an overhead tank from where the water will be used directly in the process including wet mopping and sprinkling for dust suppression. Piezometers will also be installed to record the ground water level of the factory area. Rain Water Harvesting: Total Plant area = 43241 m2 Average Annual Rainfall = 2127 mm = 2.127 m Total rainfall at project site = 91973.61 m3/year Thus sufficient rainwater is available for water recharge at project site against the water drawn.
Available Run-off from Site Average S. Area Run-off Co- Annual Available Annu- Catchment No. (m2) efficient Rainfall al Run-off (m3) (m) 1. Roof top 11655 0.85 2.127 21071.66 2. Green 14270 0.20 2.127 6070.46 3. Paved Areas 17316 0.70 2.127 25781.79 Total Annual Available Run-off 52923.91 Calculation for RWH Pits S. Catchment Area Run-off Co- Peak Hour- Available Run- No. efficient ly Rainfall off (cum/hr) (m) 1. Roof top 11655 0.85 0.089 881.70 2. Green 14270 0.20 0.089 254.01 3. Paved Areas 17316 0.70 0.089 1078.79 Total Run-off 2214.5 m3/hr Out of 2214.5 m3/hr, water used for recharging (Roof top & 1960.49 m3/hr Paved Areas) Retention Time 15 min Available Run-off 490.12 (m3) Capacity of RWH Pit (m3) 240 Nos. of Pits proposed 2 Pit Size 8mx8mx3.75m Groundwater withdrawal and Recharging of Rainwater Fresh Water consumption 100 KLD No. of Working days 310 Total Annual Rain water Used (wet mopping, sprinkling and Fire 3100 Fighting)@10KLD Total Annual fresh water consumption (Ground Water) 31000 KL Total Annual Recharged Rainwater (Roof top + Paved Area) 46853.45 KL Rain water in green area is not included as it will be used in plantation/greenery % of more rain water recharged than withdrawal 34%
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4.4.5 Noise The high noise areas in the factory are mainly Asbestos CBS Sheet Manufacturing area, DG room and HGW plant. It is envisaged that the impact on ambient noise will be marginal. The workers will be provided earmuff. Proper padding in the fixed plant and well maintained trucks will be allowed for dispatch. 4.4.6 Effluent water The plant will have closed circuit production process in which the water and process water will be recycled in the process, hence there will be no generation of effluent water. The process water will be totally segregated from rain & storm water and process through decantation cones and settling pits enabling 100% reutilization. The rain and storm water will be collected, stored and reused.
4.4.7 Solid waste 1. Empty bags are Shredded in the Shredder unit attached to the Bag Opening Device and sent along with the opened fibre through the screw conveyor. 2. Periodically recycled after the container containing water and placed beneath the rotary valve of the Dust Collector. 3. Process sludge from cone tanks will be collected in weekend tanks, placed be- low the cone tanks and used in production by dosing through pump. 4. Hard broken and cut pieces of sheets are to be collected in HDPE bags and stored under ball mill shed and continuously recycled though the Wet Ball Mill in Slurry form. 5. Dust collector is placed over the Cement silo therefore; collected dust is stored in same silo and used continuously. 6. Dust collector is placed over the Fly-ash silo therefore; collected dust is stored in same silo and used continuously.
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Rejects re-utilization: Rejects are expected to be generated at different points:
Green rejects: Wet sheets formed on the Bole gets rejected due to various reasons. These rejects will be re-circulated back to process after pulping in Waste pulper.
Dry Rejects: These are the expected rejects at Depiling stage, at Sorting, at Laboratory testing and at Commercial loading point. These rejects will be sorted and recuperated to the next smaller standard sizes at Carbo cutting plant. The net rejects after recuperation will be sent to Hard Ground Waste (HGW) plant where the rejects will be pulverized and reused in the process in slow dosing.
Other Wastes: Used oil from D.G. Set will be carefully stored in HDPE drums in isolated covered facility and used in lubrication of steel templates /moulds.
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4.4.8 Domestic waste water Domestic waste water to the extent of 15 KLD is expected to be generated will be treated in STP. Most of the treated water shall be utilized for gardening purpose.
STP Packaged Plant The STP is a single unit packaged treatment plant which includes all necessary treatment. It includes one dosing unit with agitator system. Water after treatment is finally passed through Rapid Sand Filter (RSF) and Activated Carbon Filter (ACF) to get final treated water. Packaged Treatment Plant (Biological Treatment) The Packaged treatment plant comes with Tube Settler 1 (TS1), Aeration Zone and Tube Settler 2 (TS2). Effluent is pumped from Collection Tank to TS1,It will pass through TS1 and then through the aeration zone and then to TS2. Solid particles will settle at the bottom of the TS1 and TS2 as sludge. In the whole process the Air compressor is kept at least for 18 to 20 hours a day. Importantly EM bacterial solu- tion will be added as prescribed. Air Compressor Pumping air in an activated sludge process is based on air into a tank, which pro- motes the microbial growth in the waste water. After settling in a separate settling tank, bacteria forming the activated sludge flocks are continually recirculated back to the aeration basin to increase the rate of decomposition. Agitator Mixer Dosing System Chemicals as flocculants and disinfectants are used after mixing with fresh water. The mixing is done through agitator mixer run by agitator motors fitted with an as- sembly of gear box, shaft and tank. The motor is run by electricity which rotates the mixing blades connected to the shaft. The RPM is fixed and governed through a gear box. The mixing time is decided depending on the chemicals . Clear Water Tank Treated effluent from TS2 will go to clear water tank. Addition of 1 to 1.5 Litre of Sodium Hypochlorite is done manually for necessary disinfection which can be re- leased to the nature or may be sent for filtration.
Filtration The filtration system consisting of Rapid Sand Filter (RSF) and Activated Carbon Filter (ACF) will further filter the water removing suspended impurities and colour. Operation consists of normal filtration where multiport valve is lined up at filter mode. The other two modes are back washing and ringing for necessary mainte- nance of the filter. Back washing and ringing to be done after every seven filtration operation.
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List of Chemicals for reusable water Day Name of the Chemical Process Take 1 litre of EM bacterial solution with 500 EM Bacterial Solution 1 litre of water(Agitator ).Mix it properly. On Preparation daily basis. Add 400ml Sodium Hypochlorite in Clear Wa- 2 Sodium Hypochlorite ter Tank
Standard Operating Procedure 1. Inspect Clear Water Tank. If found empty, go to step 2. 2. Add 1liter of EM Bacterial Solution at agitator and dose it to Packaged Plant as per the chemical Chart 3. Add Deformer 4. Start Air Compressor 5. Allow inflow of effluent from Tube Settler 2 at the Packaged Plant. The water gets filled the clear water tank from the Tube Settler2. 6. Stop inflow of effluent at the Packaged Plant when clear water tank is full. 7. Add Sodium Hypochlorite as per the chemical chart. 8. Line up the Filters and start pumping the water to be recycled.
P1: Waste Water Transfer pump P2: Dosing Pump P3: Filter feed Pump P4: Submersible air blower P5: Submersible air blower SIZE OF STP Length: 18.3 m x Width: 3.5 Capacity: 15000 Liter Per Day
4.4.9 Material /Asbestos handling The project authorities will adopt further automation system to minimize the han- dling of asbestos fibre by human beings. From godown to milling section the asbes-
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tos fibre handling will be done by automatic mechanized system. Automatic bag opening system will be used for opening asbestos fibre bag. Automatic Fibre Bag Opening and Milling: The fibre bags shall be slit open in closed automatic bag opening device. The empty bags shall be lifted by a hooking device attached within the bag opening device and carried to the attached bag shredder unit and the fibre after passing through the lump breaker shall be taken to the Edge Runner Mill(ERM) via a screw conveyor and elevator which is also joined by the shredded bag pieces from the shredder unit. Water is added to the fibre for milling operation to ERM. The bag opening de- vice & the edge runner mill shall be kept under negative pressure by tapping it on to a Bag Filter Type Dust Collector with pulse jet system which is connected to a blower (capacity _ 6000 m3/hr) driven by a 15 HP motor. The delivery point of the blower is connected to an 18 m tall stack. Cement and Fly ash Feeding: Cement feeding in silo shall be done manually. The cement feeding point shall be tapped on to bag filter type dust collector with pulse jet and with a blower (capacity _ 6000 m3 / hr) driven by a 15HP MOTOR. The let out shall be through a stack of 18 m height. 90% Fly-ash feeding shall be done through silo pneumatically which will ensure almost zero dust generation. The Fly ash feeding point shall be tapped on to bag filter type dust collector with pulse jet and with a blower (capacity 6000 m3 / hr) driven by a 15HP Motor. The let out shall be through a stack of 18 m height.
Fibre receipt: Asbestos fibre (Chrysotile variety) is imported from Russia, Canada, Brazil and Zimbabwe. It is received in shrink or stretch wrapped HDPE woven bags. Fibre bags are received tightly packed in wooden pallets and transported in closed containers. The bags wear warning symbol “a”. Fibre handling and storage: The bags are handled at site by means of forklifts. Spillages if any, and container after unloading at site is cleaned using portable vacuum cleaner. Where this is not practicable, wet mopping, collection & recycling method is adopted. Wet mopping shall be carried out with the help of Rubber mat stick. No clothing material shall be used. Torn bags received if any, is stitched and sealed with suitable adhesive tapes. Such cleaning operation is undertaken by the operators wearing protective clothing and respiratory masks. The fibre bags are stacked in godowns. Trucks after unloading are subjected to thorough cleaning by vacuum cleaner.
Sheet salvaging operation: Sheet cutting operation will be carried out with the cutters operation under a steady stream of water jet which shall be kept recycled. The wasting is collected and periodically recycled to the process. This technique of dust suppression has been proven to be very effective.
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General house-keeping: Wet mopping / collection / Recycling method wherever applicable will be adopted for the spillage cleaning at raw material section. Wet mopping shall be carried out by the Rubber mat sticks without using any clothing material. Proper housekeeping shall be maintained within the plant premises. Process ma- chinery, exhaust and ventilation systems shall be laid in accordance with Factories Act. Better housekeeping practices shall be adopted for improvement of the envi- ronment These include. a. All monitoring transfer points shall be connected to dust extraction system. b. Leakages or dust from machines and ducts shall be plugged.
c. Floor of fibre godown and ER Mill area shall be cleaned by one portable vac- uum cleaner only and the dust collected shall be reused in the process. d. Enclosed belt conveyer shall be used instead of manual transportation of as- bestos within the fibre mill area. The steps involved right from receipt of asbestos up to the final product stage is given below.
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4.4.10 Land use Since it is a new project, construction activities may have some impact on air, noise etc. All suitable measures as discussed above will be taken care of.
4.4.11 Flora and fauna The impact on flora and fauna will be marginal as the proposed plant will not cause any impact to flora/ fauna and more than 33 % of the area will be covered with plantation. The plan of afforestation is shown in Exhibit No.4.1. Green belt development To maintain the ecological balance JRT authorities will develop green belt around the plant after getting EC for noise pollution control, balancing eco-environment, soil erosion / protection, economic sustenance and aesthetics. The scenario of planting arrangement will be based on the optimum use of available land. Based on the agro-climatic conditions of the region, location of JRT and physico-bio-chemical properties of the soil strata in addition to the nature of pollutants and their rate of dispersion. A green belt shall be developed in the front portion outside as well as within the boundary of the land acquired. The remaining area around the plant will be covered with lawns and plants. In addition to the green belt around the project, roadside plantation will also be developed within the project. The tree plantation will be based on the following principles The plant shall be fast growing It will have thick canopy cover It will be perennial and evergreen It will have large leaf area index It will be indigenous It will be efficient in absorbing pollutants without significant effects on plant growth.
The following eco-development activities are planned to be executed by the unit in order to comply with the directives of MOEF&CC for plantation. Site boundary plantation The Company will undertake Plantation works around its boundary and the same will be completed within 8 to 12 months. Road side plantation (internal) To make both sides of internal roads of the factory green, plantation will be done after completion of construction work. The plantation includes the natu- ral habitat plants (thick leafed) as well as ornamental plants, thereby intend- ing to create a green ambience around the factory site. Road side plantation (outside) The company has a plan to undertake plantation drive by the side of the NH- 31 Road up to 2.0 Kilometers in both directions from the factory site, which shall be undertaken soon after start of the project.
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Open area plantation The company has planned to go for massive plantation of more than 2000 plants in its open area, which shall be completed within one to one and half year of time. Fruit garden and ornamental plantation The company will maintain a Fruit Garden in a large area of land. The orna- mental plantation shall be undertaken inside the factory premises. Green belt shall be developed in an area equal to 33% of the plant area with native tree species in accordance with CPCB guidelines. The greenbelt shall cov- er the entire periphery of the plant including roads used for the project.
Proposed Scheme of plantation Year Area (ha) No. of Remarks plants First year 0.40 250 Periphery & both sides of internal roads Second 0.40 350 Periphery, both sides of internal year roads, open area Third year 0.30 500 Plantation in open area, Fruit garden, gap filling Fourth 0.30 500 Plantation in open area, Fruit garden, year gap filling Fifth year 0.027 550 Plantation in open area, Fruit garden , gap filling Total 1.427 2150
(Refer Exhibit No.4.1)
4.4.12 Socio-economic development The project authority will carry out following peripheral development in the nearby villages. 1. Education: Supply of study material, construction/ extension of village school buildings, fi- nancial aid to village schools.
2. Health & Hygiene: One ambulance, mobile health camps, free supply of medicines, insecticides etc. will be provided to the villagers.
3.Promotion of cultural and social welfare activities: Financial aid to encourage local cultural heritage, Training to villagers through self help group, Tailoring, knitting, papad & pickle making etc. for women.
Socio economic study is covered in Chapter-3/Section 3.6. The survey revealed that people opinion is positive for the project provided all pre- ventive measures to protect the environment and local people interest is taken care of.
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CHAPTER - 5 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES (TECHNOLOGY & SITE)
The location of an industrial venture has to be considered in the light of availability of raw materials, adequate power supply, proper infrastructure, availability of skilled manpower and a good market for the products. Considering these factors the promoters have decided to set up proposed project at village Sila, Changsari in the district of Kamrup (Assam).
The technology adopted for manufacturing of AC sheets will be Hatscheck process. The manufacturing of Asbestos cement sheets & Accessories by Hatscheck process is a well proven technology used by most of the countries in the world. Hence no technological failures are anticipated. Hence no alternative technology is considered.
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CHAPTER – 6
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME
6.1 Monitoring, organization & cost 6.2 General views The environmental management programme can be successfully implemented only with an efficient organizational set up. Similarly regular monitoring of the various environmental parameters is required to check the pollution status and effect of control measures and mid course corrections, if required. 6.2.1Environmental Monitoring Programme Project proponent will undertake environment monitoring as per the conditions given by MoEF&CC, New Delhi/other statutory agencies and as per the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Kalyaneswari case, regularly. Further following environmental monitoring programme is proposed. The schedule, duration and parameters are shown as under: Sl. Description of parameters Schedule & duration of monitoring 1. Air quality a) Four ambient air quality monitoring Quarterly/As per EC letter stations in the core zone & buffer zone for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx and CO. Location of the ambient air quality stations to be decided based on the meteorological data, topographical features and environmentally sensitive targets. b)Asbestos fibre count in ambient air, total dust and in source emission 2. Water quality : Physico-chemical, metals and biological parameters Water quality (Surface/ground) including trace metals in each season. 8 locations each. 3. Vehicular emissions Regular Monitoring Regular Monitoring.8 4. Noise level locations Every year in dry season, 5. Soil quality forall plantation areas 6. Flora & fauna Once in 5 years 7. Socio-economic Once in 3 years. 4 times in a year 8. Water level
6.3 Health & Environmental monitoring schedule 6.3.1 Occupational Health Occupational safety and health is very closely related to productivity and good employer-employee relationship. To avoid any adverse effects on the health of
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workers due to various pollutants, sufficient measures proposed are given below: Provision of rest shelters with amenities like drinking water etc. All safety measures like use of safety appliances, safety signboards, posters, slogans related to safety etc. Training of employees on use of safety appliances and first aid. Regular maintenance and testing of all equipments as per manufacturers’ guidelines. Periodic Medical Examination (PME) of all workers regularly, to assess the health status of the employees and then suitable corrective actions First Aid includes training and re-training of the staff of First Aid activity group along with necessary facilities. Close surveillance of work environment and practices, which may affect environment and worker’s health and safety. For community medical check-up, the Company will organize camps at different locations in nearby areas through medical mobile vansfacility and doctors. 6.3.2 Medical surveillance proposed
A. Pre-employment Surveillance
Pulmonary Function Test (Spirometry- FVC & FEV1 Complete Physical Examination Blood Test Urine Test Chest X-ray
B. Periodical Medical Surveillance
Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) - Once in six months Complete Physical Examination - Once in six months Blood Test - Once in six months Urine Test - Once in six months Chest X ray - Once in 3 years
C. At Cessation – Medical Surveillance Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) } Complete Physical } Examination } within 5 years Blood Test } after cessation
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Urine Test } Chest X ray } Audiometry, Vision test( far & near vision, colour vision & any other ocular defect ) ,ECG as per requirement. 6.3.3 Medical surveillance proposed for citizen within 2km of radius A. First Time Medical Surveillance
Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) Complete Physical Examination Blood Test Urine Test Chest X ray
B. Periodical Medical Surveillance
Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) - Once in six months Complete Physical Examination - Once in six months Blood Test - Once in six months Urine Test - Once in six months Chest X ray - Once in 3 years Asbestos body test as per requirement NB: Project proponent shall bear entire cost of treatment of local resident detected with an ailment of asbestosis or lung cancer attributable due to the activities of the plant. Health checkup details conducted during November, 19 are appended at the end of the Chapter. Health checkup was conducted at 3 villages (Halugurichuk, Katamur, Sila Koirabari) on 16/11/2019 by Apollo clinic, organised by JRT Industries LLP. Total 72 persons were examined by doctors for various health parameters such as BP, Blood group, HB, TLC, DLC, ESR, Blood sugar, Serum Cholesterol, Sputum AFB, Urine, PFT, X-ray etc. Sputum AFB & Urine test was found normal for all those who provided sample. Village wise summary details are given in Annexure -9. 6.4Capital cost: Estimated project cost isRs71.75crores.
6.4.1Capital and recurring Cost earmarked for environmental protection measures, health & safety Capital expenditure: Sl.No. Item Rs in Lakhs Air Pollution control equipment like Bag Filters Dust 1 Collectors, connected to cement, Fly ash & Fibre handing system Automatic bag opening device 30.00 2 Sewage Treatment for Domestic/sanitary waste water. 5.00 Emission Monitoring equipments for stacks and Ambient 3 10.00 air quality in the vicinity and laboratory
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4 Green belt development. 10.00 Establishment of Environment cell and Environmental 5 Monitoring. 10.00 6 Material Handling equipments 40.00 Total Capital Expenditure 105.00
Recurring expenditure: SL.No. Item Rs in Lakhs Recurring expenditure on environment management cell 1 and on pollution control system is about 10% of the Env. 10.50 Management & Equipment capital 2 Expenditure on medical checkups on 6 monthly basis 2.00 Total 12.50 6.4.2 Peripheral Development Work/CSR
Peripheral development proposed is given in the following table: Proposed Budget for Five years after SL NO Sector getting EC & Commencement of Project (Rs Lacs) 1 Health care & drinking water 20 2 Education & communication 50 Alternative livelihood & 3 environmental protection 15 4 Infrastructure development 10 5 Sports & culture 8.4 Total 103.4 6.5 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Corporate Social Responsibility is a concept where by organizations serve the interests of society by taking responsibility for the impact of their activities on customers, employees, shareholders, communities and the environment in all aspects of their operation. This is a company’s commitment to operate in an economically, socially and environmentally sustainable manner while recognizing the interests of its stakeholders. Project Proponent will plan/identify the activities/projects to be under taken in the periphery by associating the local people. The projects will be need based and include short-term, long-term and medium-term objectives with an aim to provide benefits to village, panchayat, block or district depending upon the resource capability of the company. The proponent will give emphasis on people participation (both in kind or labour depending on the financial status of the individual/family) to make the project sustainable by developing feeling of ownership among the local people. While making action plan project proponent will also include local administration to have a better
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understanding the activities. The funds will be kept in a separate account and action plan will be prepared based on a baseline survey after Environmental Clearance. Activities to be undertaken are as follows: 1. Baseline survey 2. Finalisation of Activities 3. Budgets allocation 4. Time schedule 5. Responsibilities and authorities 6. Major results expected 6.6 Steps Involved for CSR Activities Environmental Clearance
Survey by External Agency (In Coordination with Project Proponent. Local
People and Local Administration)
Identification of Activities to be under taken as per the need of the people.
Finalisation of activities, budgets and Time Schedule
Identification of Team (Representative from Project Proponent, External Agency, Representative of local
village &Administration)
Implementation
Monitoring & Evaluation, Internal (Quarterly) External agency (six monthly & Annual)
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6.7Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) with activities & budget: The activities and budget earmarked for Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) is as per Ministry’s O.M. No. 22-65/2017-IA.II (M) dated 01.05.2018 and the action plan on the activities proposed under CER are as under: Details of expenses proposed in Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) Sl. Amount proposed No. (Rs in lacs ) Details of Activities Time Schedule Approx. in the span of 5yrs 1 Drinking water facility in Katamur L Within one year after EC P School, Sila, Katamur and Sri Sri 22.00 clearance Ganesh Mandir school, Halugurichuk Campus-The work of digging a bore well, installation of Filtration System and laying of pipe lines. Boundary wall of school campus of 16.50 95% work completed. Katamur L P School, Sila, Katamur, 95% work completed and Entrance Gate work is going on. Renovation of both school buildings 34.50 Within 14 months after EC and replacement of desk and clearance. benches Making rain water harvesting 10.00 Within one years after EC arrangements in two local primary clearance schools Avenue plantation and children 12.00 Within 14 months after EC amusement parkin campus clearance 2 Providing computer and a computer 3.00 Within one years after EC teacher in both the above primary clearance schools 8 Sets of Computers 0.50 Furniture 3 Ambulance facility for long distance 8.50 Within one year after EC major hospitals clearance 4 Plantation in Sila, Katamur, Within 14 months after EC Haligurichuk, Koirabari villages and clearance three local schools, Katamur LP 8.00 School, Sri Sriganesh Mandir School
and Koirabari LP School Main road and highway side plantation. No. of plants = 4000 5 Construction of Toilet in different Within 14 months after EC houses of poor family in nearby 15.00 clearance villages 6 Temple is constructed by our sister Within one year after EC concerned and it will be renovated 6.00 clearance soon 7 Supply of drinking water through Within one year after EC water tanker to nearby villages as 8.50 clearance and when required Total Capital Cost 144.5
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SL.NO NAME AGE HT WT BP BLOOD Hb T L C DLC ESR in mm BLOOD SUGAR SERUM SPUTUM FOR URINE PULMONARY FUNCTION TEST PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS X-RAY In Yrs In Cm In Kgs in mm GROUP gm % Per P L E M 1st hr 2nd hr (mg/dl) CHOLESTEROL AFB AB F E V 1 F V C P E F R COMMENTS of Hg cmm Random (mg/dl) Pr.V M.V. Pr.V M.V. Pr.V M.V. 1 ILUKAN BIBI 20 143 56 B '+VE' 13.8 7900 68 24 4 O4 30 117.4 140 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 103 86 71 NORMAL SPIROMETRY NO BODY READY FOR 2 JOYMATI BORO 45 153 49 126/83 B '+VE' 11.6 10800 60 23 6 11 10 99.7 143.1 NOT GIVEN NORMAL Chest X-Ray 3 TULUMONI BORO 42 153 60 130/75 O' +VE' 9.7 5400 62 29 3 6 30 121.9 132.2 NEGATIVE NORMAL 4 KAMAL BEGUM 36 159 80 130/75 O' +VE' 11.9 5200 46 37 11 6 10 74.2 184.9 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 5 RUMA 20 156 49 85/58 O' +VE' 8.4 4400 54 36 3 7 20 91 133.8 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 103 119 64 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 6 ASRAF ALI 37 166 85 120/80 O' +VE' 13.4 4900 69 19 3 9 15 131.7 118.8 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 7 MOFIDUL HOQUE 19 164 50 110/70 B '+VE' 13.2 7900 42 41 10 7 5 72 147.3 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 8 RAJUL HOQUE 37 164 67 120/82 B' +VE' 10.9 7000 58 35 2 5 15 81.4 148 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 9 SIRAJUL HOQUE 40 166 66 126/82 A' +VE' 11.2 8300 55 32 8 5 20 79.8 138.6 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 10 MAHSIN ALI 50 166 80 140/88 B '+VE' 14.9 6700 55 38 2 5 10 79.8 191.9 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 89 92 76 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 11 BIJUL HOQUE 34 163 76 130/78 B '+VE' 13.8 9400 72 23 1 4 55 138.2 258.6 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 12 SUMAN BEGUM 12 157 30 NEGATIVE NORMAL 13 TOINUR RAHMAN 32 158 75 124/72 B '+VE' 13.6 7400 54 38 4 4 15 114.9 158.2 NEGATIVE NORMAL 114 118 42 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 14 DALMIA LAHKAR 38 142 60 137/87 AB' +VE' 10.6 6300 70 26 2 2 45 120.2 179.8 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 15 RAZIA BEGUM 45 148 65 144/91 O' +VE' 10.9 7700 52 49 3 5 30 138.6 147 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 107 137 78 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 16 SAVITA RAHMAN 40 137 50 169/91 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 17 MAHIMA BIBI 35 130 45 142/71 B '+VE' 12.5 12800 70 26 2 2 40 99.6 182.4 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 152 134 110 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 18 SOBIN BORO 71 149 40 160/68 NEGATIVE NORMAL 19 RUMI BEGUM 37 136 62 111/66 B '+VE' 13.2 9500 72 23 2 3 40 77.2 189 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 141 144 52 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 20 ANJU BORO 37 137 56 124/74 O' +VE' 10.9 7200 58 34 3 5 30 97.2 136 NEGATIVE NORMAL 21 PRANITA BOR0 36 141 60 130/78 B '+VE' 10.9 12300 71 24 2 3 50 119 148 NEGATIVE NORMAL 151 162 105 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 22 INDRAJIT BORO 48 144 56 123/76 A' +VE' 10.5 6300 59 36 2 3 5 93.5 110.9 NEGATIVE NORMAL 191 183 76 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 23 SHAMILA BIBI 45 143 45 113/70 O' +VE' 10.7 6600 50 43 1 6 75 94.3 160.5 NEGATIVE NORMAL 24 REENA BEGUM 30 138 56 124/74 O' +VE' 12.2 7100 52 36 7 5 30 77.4 174.3 NEGATIVE NORMAL 25 AMINA BEGUM 28 148 60 105/73 A' +VE' 13.2 5400 58 36 3 3 25 75.5 156.8 NEGATIVE NORMAL 144 137 88 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 26 FATIMA BEGUM 30 134 44 117/68 NEGATIVE NORMAL 27 RUBUL CHOUDHURY 32 158 73 100/56 NEGATIVE NORMAL 110 148 45 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 28 SONE BORO 40 148 47 151/99 O' +VE' 9.8 7100 67 26 3 4 45 87.8 165.4 NEGATIVE NORMAL 29 MONJU NZARYARY 44 150 55 127/92 AB' +VE' 11.6 3800 46 39 7 8 20 96.6 299.4 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 91 72 88 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 30 DUSUNARA KHATOON 25 147 54 110/77 O' +VE' 11.6 12500 71 22 4 3 60 91 200.3 NEGATIVE NORMAL 31 NABIN CH DAS 70 147 40 B '+VE' 11.5 5300 60 36 2 2 70 94.7 109.9 NEGATIVE NORMAL 62 62 17 RESTRICTIVE AIRWAY DEFACT 32 SARA BIBI 50 142 55 162/66 NEGATIVE NORMAL 33 HASINA BEGUM 32 140 42 132/86 O' +VE' 12.2 7100 61 32 3 4 15 79.5 143.7 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 90 97 51 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 34 HEMANTI BORO 58 146 54 119/81 A' +VE' 10.7 5100 70 25 2 3 50 111.8 173.8 NEGATIVE NORMAL 35 LATIKA BORO 40 144 61 144/85 B '+VE' 10.4 9700 52 40 2 6 40 117.9 157 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 126 141 41 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 36 RUPALI RAI 23 138 55 111/65 NORMAL 47 144 25 OBSTRUCTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE 37 SAVITRI DEVI 30 124 33 109/64 B '+VE' 8 9600 60 35 2 3 30 81.5 149.5 NEGATIVE NORMAL 38 SYED MAZNURUDDIN AHMED 57 181 75 115/69 A' +VE' 13.7 7400 57 36 2 5 30 258.9 188 NEGATIVE NORMAL 71 68 38 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 39 BHANITA DEKA LAHKAR 40 144 60 109/69 B '+VE' 7.3 5900 60 34 2 4 35 79.6 121 NEGATIVE NORMAL 119 128 48 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 40 SARAT CHANDRA BORO 66 154 66 142/62 B '+VE' 11.9 6300 58 32 4 6 10 105.8 153 NEGATIVE NORMAL 41 KALPANA BORO 35 158 45 120/75 O' +VE' 10.6 5300 72 21 2 5 20 89.1 185.9 NEGATIVE NORMAL 42 DALIMI BORO 50 142 60 137/85 13.7 5900 48 37 5 10 15 81.8 185.5 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 43 SOBITA BORO 70 153 48 133/84 O' +VE' 10.6 4400 62 27 10 40 135.5 189.4 NEGATIVE NOT GIVEN 44 SONIYA BORO 19 152 47 O' +VE' 10.2 8800 75 18 3 4 5 107 143.2 NEGATIVE NORMAL 45 HIRAN LAHAKAR 48 153 63 141/107 B '+VE' 13.6 8900 51 38 5 6 10 129.7 151.1 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 46 ARNIKA BEGUM 6 103 15 A' +VE' 12.9 9000 42 50 3 5 5 80.4 172.5 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 47 DIKHITA PRIYOM DEKA 7 117 18 B '+VE' 12.8 12400 55 32 6 7 15 80.6 149.9 NOT GIVEN NORMAL
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HELATH CHECK-UP CONDUCTED BY APOLLO CLINIC , GUWAHATI AT VILLAGE SILA KORIABARI, KATAMUR AND HOLUGURI CHUK ON 14, 15 AND 16 NOVEMBER 2019 ORGANISED BY JRT INDUSTRIES LLP
SL.NO NAME AGE HT WT BP BLOOD Hb T L C DLC ESR in mm BLOOD SUGAR SERUM SPUTUM FOR URINE PULMONARY FUNCTION TEST PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS X-RAY In Yrs In Cm In Kgs in mm GROUP gm % Per P L E M 1st hr 2nd hr (mg/dl) CHOLESTEROL AFB AB F E V 1 F V C P E F R COMMENTS of Hg cmm Random (mg/dl) Pr.V M.V. Pr.V M.V. Pr.V M.V. 48 MORZINA BEGUM 30 150 70 151/94 O' +VE' 12.8 7800 58 29 5 8 50 83.6 180.5 NEGATIVE NORMAL 114 103 81 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 49 ASHIRON BIBI 40 153 68 152/77 A' +VE' 12.4 8200 66 24 1 9 40 89.8 200.3 NEGATIVE NORMAL 74 99 60 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 50 RUFIYA BIBI 49 137 56 139/83 O' +VE' 12.3 21200 59 33 2 6 40 91.8 190 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 51 NURUDDIN AHMED 35 151 77 126/85 O' +VE' 14.5 8600 63 27 5 5 5 90.6 210 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 52 ILUKAN BIBI 20 143 56 B '+VE' 13.8 7900 68 24 4 4 30 117.4 140 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 103 86 71 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 53 ARZINA BEGUM 20 141 61 13.1 9100 58 36 2 4 10 74 182 NEGATIVE NORMAL 131 119 66 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 54 BHAINUR ALI 56 161 64 B '+VE' 15.5 7900 57 34 4 5 5 143 172 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 92 82 64 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 55 HASAN ALI 60 135 55 AB' +VE' 11.8 11700 54 40 2 4 10 153 102 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 117 115 48 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 56 AZIZUR RAHMAN 70 70 O' +VE' 12.5 6700 63 27 5 5 25 79.9 178 NEGATIVE NORMAL 57 KHAHEJ ALI 54 158 60 O' +VE' 13.9 7400 67 20 8 5 15 83.9 170 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 83 98 51 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 58 AKHTAR ALI 36 70 O' +VE' 14.7 7500 63 30 2 5 10 85.5 225 NEGATIVE NORMAL 129 119 66 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 59 RIYAZUDDIN AHMED 43 175 75 A' +VE' 13.5 7400 51 34 11 4 20 91. 1 273 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 60 JIYANA BEGUM 17 143 45 AB' +VE' 11.7 8200 54 35 5 6 30 79 177 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 61 SAZIA BIBI 45 140 70 B '+VE' 12.8 9400 62 30 2 5 20 96.3 260 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 86 57 24 RESTRICTIVE AIRWAY DEFACT 62 FUZILA BIBI 40 138 41 B '+VE' 12 4400 54 30 12 4 93.4 159 NEGATIVE NORMAL 67 55 32 RESTRICTIVE AIRWAY DEFACT 63 ASRAF ALI 29 144 62 AB' +VE' 13.7 10300 56 32 8 4 30 138 128 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 113 129 79 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 64 MOINUL ISLAM 25 183 93 O' +VE' 14 6800 59 30 6 5 30 153.1 182 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 65 NEKIBUR RAHMAN 32 153 60 O' +VE' 13 6200 54 35 6 5 20 76.2 196 NEGATIVE NORMAL 174 158 105 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 66 MUNMUN BEGUM 26 148 65 B '+VE' 7.9 8200 64 30 2 4 80 106.2 107 NEGATIVE NORMAL 120 101 73 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 67 MAZIBUR RAHMAN 50 143 60 150/91 B '+VE' 11.6 4000 69 23 3 5 30 85.7 181 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 68 IBADUL ALI 24 153 50 105/66 O' +VE' 9.6 5300 51 45 2 2 5 88.4 105 NOT GIVEN NOT GIVEN 69 RAHUL SAIKIA 29 146 45 150/105 A' +VE' 12.7 8100 69 24 2 5 45 226 109.2 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 70 MILTON ALI 53 168 85 165/93 AB' +VE' 13.5 6800 63 27 3 7 20 297.6 142 NOT GIVEN NORMAL 101 91 105 NORMAL SPIROMETRY 71 RAFIQUL ISLAM 30 153 65 105/72 B '+VE' 14.8 9700 56 32 7 5 20 84.9 215 NEGATIVE NORMAL 57 103 29 OBSTRUCTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE 72 JAVED ALI 35 156 50 122/76 B '+VE' 14.1 8000 47 40 6 7 10 105.9 112 NEGATIVE NORMAL 103 109 45 NORMAL SPIROMETRY
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CHAPTER – 7
ADDITIONAL STUDIES 7.1 Public Hearing The Public Hearing was conducted on 7th December, 2019 (at 11 AM) at Sri Sri Ganesh Mandir Pratohmik Bidalay Campus, Vill. : Huluguri Chowk, Sila, P.O.: Changsari, Dist.: Kamrup(R). Sri Satya Jyoti Baruah, ASC, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kamrup (Rural), presided the meeting for Manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated & Plain) of Capacity 50,000 TPA & Non Asbestos Flat sheets of Capacity 30,000 TPA by M/s JRT Industries LLP, located at village Sila, Tehsil Mouza Silasundarighopa, District Kamrup, Assam. Approx. 70 persons attended the meeting Sri Anirban Das, Addl. Chief Env. Engineer of PCBA welcomed the audience and ex- plained the purpose of the meeting. Sri Satya Jyoti Baruah asked the public to lis- ten the project description by M/s JRT Industries LLP. After this the Consultant of M/s JRT Industries LLP described the proposed project in detail and informed that the project is going to come up by following the various provisions as laid down in the EIA notification 2006. Asbestos based products play a vital role in the growth & is a priority sector of Indian Industry. He informed about the anticipated environmental impacts & mitigation measures including air, water & noise etc.. The Project Proponent will comply with all the necessary envi- ronmental laws envisaged under the Acts and Rules in force. The necessary envi- ronmental parameters will be measured as per the CPCB guidelines. He mentioned about the project benefits like employment potential. The proposed project is ex- pected to generate employment of about 100 to 150 persons. The workers will be employed from nearby local villages at different levels. The project benefits will al- so include welfare facilities such as quarters, canteen, uniform etc. An occupational health center will also come up. Industry will also organize medical and blood do- nation camps from time to time in the nearby villages. For the benefit of the local population the company provides bus shelters, toilets etc. The company from time to time will contribute donations to various schools for carrying literacy campaigns, renovation & expansion of school building etc.. The environmental management programme will be implemented for regular moni- toring of various parameters to check the pollution status & effect of control measures. After this participants expressed their view.
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Public Views The local President ,Shri Holi Ram Boro stated this if the mitigation measures will not be take properly than it will damage the environment .He intended to know the exact location of the proposed project and different environmen- 1 Shri Holi Ram Boro tal problems. If the preventive measures are not adopted it may affect the health condition of the local people. Howev- er he opined that he is not against the project. He request- ed to help the local people for construction of Temple & renovation of the same. He told about different environmental problems like Water pollution, Air Pollution, Noise pollution .He further added that the waste water should not be discharged to the near- 2 Shri Udhav Boro by paddy field; it should not damage the cultivation activi- ty. He has no objection if necessary precautionary measures are taken in proper way. Shri Nau Ram Boro of the locality reiterated the opinion of- fered by Shri Uadhav Boro .He urged the project proponent 3 Shri Nau Ram Boro to carry out some work for the greater interest of the local- ity. Shri Nagen Chandra Boro mentioned that the project pro- ponent should strictly ensure that their local boys get em- ployment in this industry. He expressed his dissatisfaction Shri Nagen Chandra 4 about the termination of some local boys from their exist- Boro ing industry. So he urged that the same thing should not be repeated. If engagement of local people will be ensured, then he has no any objection in support of the project. Considering the ecological, technical, scientific & socio economic aspects related to the project it was unanimously resolved to allow the said project.
Time bound action plan of public hearing with financial allocations Sl. Issue Raised Action to be taken Amount pro- Remarks/ No. posed (Rs Date of lacs ) Approx. completion
(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) Environmental prob- Suitable arrangements 25 Before start lems, effect on health such as Cement and fly- of the produc- etc. ash silos, dust collectors, tion PP to ensure all automatic bag opening de- mitigative measures vice will be installed to for anticipated adverse minimise the dust to bare 15 1. impacts on air, water, minimum levels. noise & health. All process water will be stored in two cone tanks of 80000 litres each and will 8 be recycled. No process effluent will be discharged outside. Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow
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STP will be installed to treat the domestic sewage water and 90% of water will be recycled in process and gardening purpose. Waste water should All process water will be Before start not be discharged to stored in two cone tanks of of the produc- the nearby paddy 80000 litres each and will tion field; it should not be recycled. No process damage the cultivation effluent will be discharged 2. activity. outside. STP will be installed to treat the domestic sewage water and 90% of water will be recycled in process and gardening purpose. Employment to locals 95% Employment will be Before start to be ensured. given to locals. of the produc- There is dissatisfaction Matter has been discussed tion on the termination of with villagers and made 3 some local boys from them clear that no one has existing industry.The been terminated from this same thing should not plant. be repeated. To carry out some Developmental work of Within two work for the greater two local primary schools years 4 15 interest of the locality has been undertaken and it is in progress. Construction and ren- Temple is constructed by Within one 5 ovation of temple our sister concerned and it 5 year will be renovated soon.
7.2 Risk Assessment, Occupational Health & Disaster Management plan Although Asbestos industry will not cause any disastrous emergencies, control measures due to accidental discharge, spillages of Asbestos during transportation, storage and manufacturing process needs to be assessed.
The company will establish a system for preventive maintenance to minimize emergency events. Emergency events can arise as listed below:
i. Failure of dust collection device like, Bag house etc. ii. Accidental spillage of asbestos or dust containing asbestos iii. Failure of the dust extraction network
Company will observe the following for assessment of emergency events:
i. A formal and written emergency plan related to health risks shall be pre- pared. ii. The team will be well acquainted with the major potential dust sources and locations.
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iii. Visual inspection of the dust control systems on a daily basis will be carried out. iv. The emergency plan clearly defines persons responsible in case of an inci- dental failure. v. There will be an annual engineering check of the equipments. vi. A record of the maintenance activities will be kept for review. vii. The senior member of the team will inspect the operation like opening, load- ing of asbestos bags, handling and milling of asbestos. Any anomaly found will be directly reported to MD and a record maintained.
Following shall be prepared: Safety, Health & Environment policy Disaster /Emergency Management Policy SOP for Environmental Surveillance & Control
Training to Employees: All employees will be educated to take precautions and use all protective measures to control dust in working environment. They will be well informed of the conse- quences of ignoring the precautions. Personal protective equipments as per BIS code of practices IS; 12078: 19817 will be provided to the employees engaged in handling asbestos. Pictorial warning signs and precautionary notices for asbestos and products containing asbestos as per BIS code of practices IS; 12078: 19817 (Part-I); 1987 (reaffirmed 1997) will be displayed. All work places where asbestos dust may cause a hazard will be clearly indicated as an “Asbestos dust hazard ar- ea”, with well displayed signboard along with effects on health. Training to the em- ployees will be given in fibre handling, finished product handling and in spill man- agement. The employees will be educated about the safety features through writ- ten literature, pictorial signature and color coded signs. Record of education & training activities will be maintained. All employees will be provided with an information booklet in Hindi/English language, on the risk related to asbestos and recommendations to protect themselves from undue exposures.
All asbestos products or packages of products will be labeled or marked as per regulation.
Prescribed BIS Standards and laws regarding use and handling of asbestos ,safety of employees etc.. will be adhered.
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Sl. No. BIS Specifica- Details for Specification tion 1 11450-2006- Method for determination of Airborn Asbestos fibre concentrate in work Env by light microscopy (Membrane filter method)
2 11451-1986- Recommendations for safety & Health requirements relating to occupational expose to Asbestos. 3 11768-1986- Recommendations for Disposal of Asbestos waste material 4 11769- 1987- Guidelines for Safe use of products. containing asbestos. Part-1 5 11769-1986- Guidelines for Safe use of products. containing asbestos. Part-3 6 11770-1987- Recommendations for control of emission of asbestos dust in Part-1 premises manufacturing products. containing asbestos. 7 11770-1987- Recommendations for control of emission of asbestos dust in Part-3 premises manufacturing products. containing asbestos. 8 11770-2006- Recommendations for control of emission of asbestos dust in Part-2 premises manufacturing products. containing asbestos. 9 12078-1987- Recommendations forPersonal Protection of worker Engaged in handling asbestos. 10 12079-1987- Recommendations for packing, transport & Storage of asbestos.
7.3 Occupational Health The occupational health surveillance program will be implemented to address pre employment & periodic health examination. Every employee prior to his appoint- ment will undergo the pre employment medical examination arranged by the pro- ject proponent and issued an Appointment letter only on getting fitness certificate issued by competent authority. Scheme for health surveillance include periodical examination of workers, X-ray examination for radiological changes, lung function test for restrictive disorder and clinical examination for early detection of signs of asbestosis. These tests will be recorded for pre employment, periodic surveillance & after employment. Occupational health surveillance will be carried out by occupa- tional, physical or chest physician, trained in occupational medicine. All the above will be provided by the company free of cost. The medical records will be maintained & stored for a period of 15 years, following the termination of employment or for 40 years after first day of employment, whichever is later. The occupational health surveillance program will address mainly the following as- pects: i. Pre employment medical examination ii. Periodic medical examination iii. Medical examination on cessation of employment iv. Maintenance of Medical records & health education
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BIS code of practices IS; W1451:1986 (reaffirmed in 2005; recommendations for health & safety) will be implemented and its requirements relating to occupational exposures to asbestos followed strictly for occupational health monitoring. Fibre Dust Measurement & Evaluation Cell: i. Trained counters on company roll or any other professionally qualified agency will determine the Asbestos dust count.
ii. Further, Company purpose to regular participation of above agency in the inter- national slide exchange program through Institute of Occupational Medicine, U.K.
iii. Workmen will be provided with personal protective clothing, helmets, safety shoes, etc.
iv. Nose Masks will be provided to all the workmen in the fibre handling area. This mask is specially designed for asbestos workplace. The mask will be changed in every 48 hours.
v. Masks will be provided to workmen who carry out maintenance work in the fibre mill area and dust extractors.
vi. Medical examination
Personal Protective Equipments:
Regular Process Area Safety Measures
V – 44++ Masks, as per IS : 9473 – 02 Fibre bag feeding to BOD Will be provided to all the workers work- ing in these areas. Sheet salvaging operation Hand gloves and safety shoes will also be provided to all the workers working in these areas. Wet Ball Mill (Waste Recycling)
Cement Feeding
Fly-ash Feeding
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Medical Surveillance:
A. Pre-employment Surveillance: Pulmonary Function Test (Spirometry- FVC & FEV1) Complete Physical Examination Blood Test Urine Test Chest X-ray
B. Periodical Medical Surveillance: Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) - Once in six months Complete Physical Examination - Once in six months Blood Test - Once in six months Urine Test - Once in six months Chest X ray - Once in 3 years
C. At Cessation – Medical Surveillance: Pulmonary Function Test (-FVC & FEV1) } Complete Physical } Examination } within 5 years Blood Test } after cessation Urine Test } Chest X ray }
vii. Schedule:
Comprehensive Pre- employment medical checkup for all employees Chest X-ray for all other employees (every 3 years) Lung function test for all employees (every 6 months) Clinical examination of all employees (every 6 months) Sputum examination of employees as per statutory requirement Comprehensive medical examination will be carried out on all Employees on retirement and for all those employees with more than 5 years of service leaving the company. After retirement, medical examination facility will be provided for a period of 15 years. The periodicity of this examination will be once in 3 years for employees working in fibre mill, Carbo cutting & HGW plant. For other employees it will be once in 5 years Health insurance will be provided to all employees to take care of any occu- pational disease
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7.4 Workplace Monitoring
Following general guidelines (as per BIS; 11451: 2006 code of practice) for pre- paring Workplace Monitoring Schedule) will be followed: i. Once in a month, where asbestos dust concentration is likely to exceed prescribed exposure limit. ii. Once in three months where asbestos dust concentration is likely to be between exposure limit and action level. iii. Once in every 6 to 12 months where asbestos dust concentration is likely to be below action & once in every 12 months at all work spots where there is likely to be asbestos exposures irrespective of dust concentra- tions
7.4.1 Environmental Laboratory JRT will establish an Environmental Laboratory. In house monitoring for ambient air quality, work zone monitoring for total dust and fibre content, stack monitoring, noise monitoring will be done regularly to assess the pollutant concentrations. Fol- lowing equipments are proposed in the laboratory: i. APM-550 ii. APM-460 BL iii. Noise Meter iv. Stack Sampler APM-620 / VSS-1 v. Stack Velocity Monitoring APM-602 vi. Balance vii. Facilities for Asbestos fibre monitoring and counting viii. Other related laboratory equipments
7.5 Disaster Management Plan An important element of mitigation is emergency planning, i.e. recognizing that accidents are possible, assessing the consequences of such accidents and deciding on emergency procedures, both onsite and offsite, that would need to be implemented in the event of an emergency.
Emergency/ disaster planning is just one aspect of safety and cannot be considered in isolation. M/s JRT fully endorses this view and hence a Disaster/Emergency Management Policy shall be prepared to ensure that the necessary standards, appropriate to the safety legislation, are in place.
The important elements of disaster planning are broadly classified as follows. Identification of various scenarios Advance planning to overcome the problem Actions in case of disaster period, which includes warning, evacuation of personnel, rescue relief operations to people affected in mishaps & containment of a disaster. 7.6 Objectives of the Plan The overall objectives of the emergency plan are:
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a) To localise the emergency and, if possible eliminate it and b) To minimize the effects of accident on people and property
7.7 Identification and assessment of hazards The equipment are designed and selected with utmost care to ensure the minimization of Hazards. However, as the processes involve Ordinary Port Land cement, Fly ash and Asbestos fibre, extra care needs to be exercised in these areas. This apart, due care is also to be taken in the following areas namely: a) Material storage and distribution b) Dispatch of finished product
7.7.1 Hazardous areas in the plant Any failure of storage tanks and pipelines could be a source of hazard in the immediate surroundings. Other hazards likely are by exposure near the fibre feeding and cement/Fly ash feeding points. Hazard Area: Fibre feeding to BOD for Milling Cement and Fly-ash Feeding Sheet Salvaging Operation
7.7.2 Likely fire hazards The operation involving handling and use of flammable materials, which are prone to fire risk and hence their installation areas need special attention not only in design erection but also during operation/ maintenance to ensure fire safety. The fire hazards may occur in the following units:
Sl. No Quantity ltr Storage
1 HSD Installation 2500 Tank
7.7.3 On-site emergency planning The on-site emergency plan would be related to the final assessment and it is the responsibility of the Works Management to formulate it. The plan must therefore, be specific to the site.
The plan sets out the way in which designated people at the site of the incident can initiate supplementary action either inside, or outside the works, at an appropriate time. An essential element of the plan is the provision for attempting to make safe the affected unit, for example by shutting it down. The plan also contains the full sequence of key personnel to be called in from other sections or from off site. 7.7.4 Appointment of personnel and delegation of duties Effective emergency plan requires that, in an event of an accident, nominated individuals are given specific responsibilities, often separate from their day–to-day activities. The two principal people are the site incident controller and the site main controller.
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The site incident controller takes control of handling the incident. He or she will often be the person in charge of the plant at the time of the incident and should provide 24-hour cover where shift operation applies. The site incident controller will have to take decisions involving neighboring area, perhaps to be involved in an escalating emergency, if it is not shut down. Apart from the two site controllers, other works personnel have key roles to play in the implementation of the emergency plan. These include senior management of plants not directly involved in the emergency, first aiders, atmospheric monitoring staff, casualty reception staff and public relations staff to keep liaison with the District Authorities and Media. Every individual need to be aware of the emergency pre-planning and the precise nature of their roles. 7.7.5 Emergency Control Center The emergency control center is the place from where the operations to handle the emergency is directed and coordinated. It is manned by the site main controller, key personnel and the senior officers of the fire and police services. The center will be equipped to receive and transmit information and directions from and to the incident controller and other areas of the works, as well as outside.
Emergency control center therefore should contain the following: a) An adequate number of external telephones; b) An adequate number of internal telephones; c) A work plan to show: i) Areas where there are inventories of HSD and other inflammable material ii) Sources of safety equipment iii) The fire-fighting system and additional sources of water iv) Site entrances and roadways, including up-to-date information on road net work v) Assembly points vi) The work location in relation to the surrounding community vii) Lorry parking d) A nominal roll of employee e) A list of key personnel, with addresses, telephone number, etc. 7.7.6 Action on site The primary purpose of the on-site emergency plan is to control and contain the incident and so as to prevent it from spreading to nearby area. It is not possible to cover every eventuality in the plan and the successful handling of the emergency will depend on appropriate action and decisions being taken on the spot. Other important aspects considered include the following: a) Evacuation of non essential personnel b) Accounting for personnel affected c) Access to recording personnel for sending the information to the friends and relatives. d) Public relations e) Rehabilitation of the affected persons
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7.8 Post disaster analysis and evaluation When the emergency is over, the team will carry out a detailed analysis of the causes of the accident, evaluate the influence of various factors and minimize them for future. At the same time the adequacy of the Disaster Preparedness Plan is also evaluated and shortcomings are ratified for subsequent improvement of the plan. 7.9 Emergency services The provision of following emergency services will be made available in the plant a) Fire protection system b) Medical facilities c) Rescue facilities d) Plant safety arrangements e) Emergency action within 15 minutes of occurrence. 7.10 Off-site emergency plan 7.10.1Introduction The off-site emergency plan is an integral part of any major hazard control system. It is based on those accidents identified by the works management, which could affect people and the environment outside the works. Thus, the off-site plan follows logically after on-site plan and the two plans therefore should complement each other. The key feature of a good off-site emergency plan is flexibility in its application to emergencies other than those specifically included in the formation of the plan. The roles of the various parties that may be involved in the implementation of an off-site plan are described in this section. The responsibility for the off-site plan is likely to rest either with the works management or with the local authority. Some of the aspects included in off-site emergency plan are as follows:
7.10.2 Organization Details of command structure, warning system, implementation procedures, emergency control centers, Names and appointments of incident controller, site main controller, their deputies and other key personnel.
7.10.3 Communications Identification of personnel involved, communication center, call signs, network, list of telephone numbers.
7.10.4 Special emergency equipment Details of availability and location of heavy lifting gear, bulldozers, specified fire- fighting equipment, fireboats. 7.10.5 Voluntary Organizations Details of organizers, telephone numbers, resources, etc.
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7.10.6 Meteorological information Arrangements for obtaining details of weather conditions prevailing at the time and weather forecasts.
7.10.7 Humanitarian arrangements Transport, evacuation centers, emergency feeding, treatment of injured, first aid, ambulances, temporary mortuaries.
7.10.8 Public information Arrangements for (a) dealing with the media-press office (b) informing relatives etc.
7.11 Assessment Arrangements for (a) collecting information on the causes of the emergency (b) reviewing the efficiency and effectiveness of all aspects of the emergency plan.
7.12 Role of the emergency co-coordinating officer The various emergency services shall be coordinated by an emergency coordinating officer (ECO). The ECO will liaise closely with the site main controller. Again depending on local arrangements, for very severe incidents with major or prolonged off-site consequences, the external control will be passed to a senior authority/ administrator.
7.12.1 Role of major hazard works management The role of works management in off-site emergency planning is to establish liaison with those preparing the plans and to provide information appropriate to such plans. Information will be provided by works management to all the outside organizations, which involve in handling the emergency off-site and which are familiarized with the technical aspects of the works activities, e.g. emergency services, medical departments etc.
7.12.2 Role of the Fire Extinction authorities The control of a fire is normally the responsibility of the senior fire brigade officer, on arrival at the site. The senior fire brigade officer also has a similar responsibility for other events, such as explosions and toxic releases. Fire authorities get familiarized with the location on site of all stores of flammable materials, water and foam supply point and fire-fighting equipments.
7.12.3 Role of the health authorities Health authorities, including doctors, surgeons, hospitals, ambulances and so on, have a vital part to play, following a major accident and they form an integral part of any emergency plan.
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7.12.4 Role of the Government safety authority The factory inspector will visit and may check off-site plan and the arrangements made for handling all types of emergencies including major emergencies. The advice of factory inspector to be incorporated from time to time. The Disaster /Emergency Management Policy in the above lines shall be prepared.
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7.12.5 Organisation chart to handle Accidents /Fire On site emergency plan in the event of accident
As Shift In-charge got the Information of Accident
See The Nature of Accident
Minor Major
Apply the First Aid Available at Shop floor Arrange and Send Inform The Inform HR Dept. The Vehicle on Sectional Head For Necessary Action The Spot If Required, Allow The Victim To Take Rest Co-ordinate and Follow up Action Ensure The Actions With The Concerned Taken Hospital (Tolaram Bafna Hospital)
Take the Injured Person Inform Concerned To The Hospital Hospital (Tolaram Bafna / Narayana / Excel Care) With An Escort Phone Numbers: Tolaram Bafna Hospital, Amingaon:98592 90368, Narayana Hospital, Amingaon: 88 11 888888, Excel Care Hospital, Lokhara 84728 85395
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Details of Fire Extinguishers proposed
Sl. Type Location No. Type Weight 1 Opp. Despatch Office (Near Main Entrance) DCP 5 Kgs 2 Inside of DG Room Co2 4.5 Kgs 3 Outside of Electrical Panel Room Co2 4.5 Kgs 4 Inside of Electrical Panel Room Co2 4.5 Kgs 5 Inside of Quality Lab Room M/ Foam AFFE 9 Kgs 6 Inside of Stores DCP 5 Kgs 7 Near Notice Board -1 DCP 5 Kgs 8 Front side of Mech. Workshop DCP 5 Kgs 9 Near Plant Moulding Gate ABC 5 Kgs 10 Inside Security Cabin DCP 5 Kgs 11 Near Sieve Washing Gate DCP 5 Kgs 12 Near Fibre Milling M/C Co2 4.5 Kgs 13 Fibre Godown ( B.O.D. Section ) Co2 4.5 Kgs 14 Behind of Pulper Pump DCP 5 Kgs 15 Inside Mech. Workshop Co2 4.5 Kgs 16 Canteen Workers Fooding Side DCP 5 Kgs 17 Canteen Cooking Room (Kitchen) DCP 5 Kgs 18 Near Notice Board -2 DCP 5 Kgs 19 Inside of DG Room AFFE 9 Kgs 20 Destacker Machine DCP 5 Kgs 21 Near Shift Incharge Room DCP 5 Kgs 22 Near Hyd Power pack ABC 5 Kgs 23 Behind of MCC-3 ABC 4 Kgs 24 Dispensary (Lying in Store) ABC 4 Kgs 25 1st Floor ( Beside Room 1 from East) ABC 5 Kgs 26 1st Floor ( Beside Guest Room 1) ABC 5 Kgs 27 1st Floor ( Beside Room 5 from West) ABC 5 Kgs 28 Car & Bike Parking ABC 6 Kgs
Further the contact details of local authorities will be made available and as follows: a) Fire brigade station facility available: Fire brigade facility available at North Guwahati Contact No. 0361 2690052 / 108
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b) Other emergency contact numbers: Government Offices Telephone No. Police Station 0361 2690255 Fire brigade 0361 2690052 / 2690768 Doctor Dispensary 9859290368/8811888888 Pharmacist 8811888888 Ambulance 0361 2560457 / 108
Company Executive & Offic- Office Mobile Number ers General Manager At factory 8011080209 At factory 6900012428 / Safety Officer / Head HR Dept 6900012475 Security In-charge At factory 6900012363 7.13 Social Impact Assessment: Relevant information which emerged from primary survey: There are schools, aganwadi. Source of drinking water is tap water, wells & bore wells. There is electricity facility in the villages. Common problems: health, education, drainage, etc. Banking and medical facilities are not sufficient. Houses are mainly Tin shaded & main fuel is cooking gas & wood. Economical- ly people are average. Opinion about the project: During discussions & primary survey certain points emerged which are enumerated below: People are positive & opined that banking facilities should be improved & ex- tended to them also. Health, education & drainage are the core issues which need attention in the area & people are positive that the facilities will improve. People feel that company will invest in peripheral development of the area & CSR activities. People feel that company will arrange for skill development for the youth, re- sulting in employment generation. People are positive about the project, provided Environment is well taken care of. The project brings in employment opportunities including supporting jobs resulting in economic & social development of the people & area.
Basic issues which need to be addressed are related to the following: 1) Education 2) Drinking water 3) Alternative Livelihood & environmental protection 4) Sports & culture 5) Infrastructure development Common problems: education, drainage, employment, irrigation, health etc.
7.14 R & R Action Plan – Not Applicable
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CHAPTER-8
PROJECT BENEFITS
8.1 Employment potential Total direct & indirect employment generation will be approx. 100 & 150 respectively. The work men will be employed from nearby local villages at different levels (General Manager (plant), General Manager (marketing), Manager Engineering/commercial, executives (technical/commercial/market) production supervisor, mechanical helper, office staff, packing & casual worker and unskilled labor) depending on availability. Manpower Proposed Skilled 50 Semi skilled 25 Unskilled 25 Total 100
8.1.1 Welfare facilities to workers Rest rooms, Toilets, Drinking water facility are already inside the campus.
Quarters: Staff quarters will be provided to the managerial staff and super skilled workers only. Other staff will be locals, coming from nearby areas.
Canteen: Company will provide an Industrial Canteen to cater the needs of workers and staff. The canteen will supply subsidized food items in breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Uniforms: Every year the Company will provide uniforms and safety shoes, to all its workers and staff. Company will also provide Rain coats and Gumboots as per requirement.
Transport facility: Company will provide transport facility for workers & staff if required.
Occupational Health Center: An ‘Occupational Health Center’ with qualified medical doctor and staff is available at Excel Care which is a sister concern of the company for necessary medical aid to workers/staff and to meet with any emergency. Health monitoring as per statutory requirements (Health check up, Lung function test, X ray, etc.) will be conducted for all employees and health records maintained. An ambulance will be available in the premises for providing necessary services to all employees and also for nearby residents. In addition, close tie up with nearby hospitals will be maintained in case of any emergency.
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Besides sanitation, fuel & rest room etc. is also provided to the labour force during construction as well as operation phase. This includes casual workers & truck drivers.
Other welfare activities: Many welfare activities will be carried out for the Company’s employees. The few are as under: 1. ‘Best worker of the Month /year’ award 2. All employees will be covered under ESI scheme and also under Personal Accident Scheme 3. Best attendance award 4. Long service award 5. Appreciation letter for best performance 6. Interest free loan for purchasing vehicle 7. Award to employee’s children who score > 60% marks in exams Further provision shall be made for the housing(hutment) of construction labours (approx. 100) within the site with all necessary infrastructure and facilities such as fuel for cooking, toilets, safe drinking water, medical health care etc.. Medical health care is available through sister concern. The housing may be in the form of temporary structures which will be removed after the completion of the project. 8.2 Welfare activities (Community development) The following are some of the community development activities which will be taken up by JRT INDUSTRIES LLP. Donation of roofing sheets to School, Temple etc., JRT will also organize medical and blood donation camps from time to time for nearby villagers. 8.2.1 Rural employment Company will provide permanent employment to local people from the surrounding villagers. Preference will be given to the locals for temporary employment, based on the qualification. Further, local people of surrounding villages will be encouraged to give their services through or as contractors for routine & development work. 8.2.2 Bus shelters & Toilets hall For the benefit of the rural population of the area, the Company will provide bus shelters, toilets, etc. as required.
8.2.2.1 Education The company, from time to time will contribute donations to various schools (Both English and Local language) of nearby area by way of; Renovating / expanding the school building
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8.2.2.2 Literacy campaign The Company will arrange for Total Literacy Campaign in the area. The company will use the services of its officers for spreading literacy in the area. 8.2.2.3 Medical assistance
JRT will have qualified medical doctor supported by paramedical staff at its Occupational Health Center Excel Care which is a sister concern of the company. The Health Center apart from attending common clinical problems and injuries of the employees will also assist nearby villagers by organizing medical camps. Health education and awareness programmes will be conducted for the villagers of nearby villages. The Company will provide ambulance services to meet any emergency in nearby villages. The company will organize camps for meeting the specific requirements of the local public apart from providing the above services.
a) Eye Camp:
The company will organize Eye check up camps periodically in the nearby villages. Cataract operation and post operative care will also be provided in case of poor senior citizens.
b) Blood bank: The Company will donate generously for establishment of a blood bank.
c) Family welfare camps: Family welfare will be given utmost importance. The Company will give incentives to persons who undergo family planning operations.
d) Health camps: The company will organize free health camp in nearby villages The Company will contribute for the health camps conducted by the other voluntary organization.
8.2.2.4 Eradication of child labour The company will conduct awareness programme for elimination of child labour by creating awareness among the local public. The local people’s representatives, teachers and others will be invited in these programmes.
8.2.2.5 Sports and cultural facilities
The Company encourages Art and Cultural talent among the employees and their children.
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The company encourages conducting tournaments and shall contribute for conducting the sports & games events for the employees Company will also donate liberally for the celebration of local festival.
Apart from the above the company will provide funds for peripheral development work as a part of CSR & CER work as discussed in Chapter -6.
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CHAPTER -9
ENVIRONMENTAL COST–BENEFIT ANALYSIS Estimated project cost is Rs. 71.75 crores Proposed Production: 80,000 TPA (including both Asbestos and Non Asbestos) Asbestos Corrugated sheets 40000 TPA Asbestos Plain sheets 10000 TPA Non Asbestos flat sheets 30000 TPA
Proposed Capital expenditure on Environment is Rs. 1.5 crores & recurring expenses is Rs. 0.125 crores.
The project stands viable enough to support the required environment impact cost.
9.1 Projected Economic Evaluation: Assessment of IRR (Internal Rate of Return) Projection
Expected Expecte Cost of Profit Income Net Cash Present Value Sale d Sales Goods (Rs. Tax @ --- Flows of cash flows Quantity Value Sold (Rs lakhs) ----% of (E-F) (Rs discounted (MT) (Rs lakhs) Profit lakhs) @(Rs lakhs) Year lakhs) (Rs lakhs)
A B C D E F G 10.00%
Capital (7033.49) Outflow
First year 9167 1191.67 706.09 (134.84) - 121.53 (6911.95)
Second 41833 5438.33 3183.51 867.28 160.45 1209.59 1197.61 year
Third year 54667 7106.67 4178.06 1505.24 278.47 1729.52 1695.44
Fourth 59333 7713.33 4575.73 1740.62 322.01 1921.35 1864.84 Year
Fifth Year 63333 8233.33 4935.66 1949.40 360.64 2091.51 2009.90
Sixth Year 67333 8753.33 5307.89 2172.45 401.90 2263.29 2153.45
Seventh 71333 9273.33 5693.98 2418.57 447.44 2463.88 2321.09
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Total negative cash flows or outflows (6911.95)
Total positive cash flows or inflows 11242.33
Sum of positive and negative discounted cash flows (Net Present Value) 4330.38
Internal Rate of Return (IRR) 11.47
Assessment of Internal Rate of Return – The IRR of the project to be calculated on the basis of total revenue less cost of production/operational cost as above less applicable taxes.
Particulars I year IIyear III year IV year
Expected Production - 11000 48000 56000 60000 MT
Average Selling Price – 13000 13000 13000 13000 Rs./MT
Cost of Production Rs. 706.09 3183.51 4178.06 4575.73 lac (after Stock)
Administrative& Other 314.70 610.97 577.71 526.20 Expenses
Selling & Distribution 49.35 225.21 294.30 319.42 Exp.
Depreciation 246.37 492.75 492.75 492.75
Total Cost – Rs. lacs 1316.51 4512.44 5542.82 5914.10
Profit – Rs. lacs (134.84) 706.84 1226.77 1418.60
9.1.2 Assumptions used for IRR& NPV Calculation 1. Projected Average Selling price is taken at Rs.15340/-MT (including GST Rs. 2340/- MT). 2. Depreciation has been calculated on Straight Line method. 3. Income Tax rate has been taken at 18.50% on the profit earned. 4. The above calculations are made on real time cost involved and projections are made accordingly.
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CHAPTER -10 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 10.1 General Views
The environmental management programme can be successfully implemented only with an efficient organizational set up. Further regular monitoring of the various environmental parameters is required to check the pollution status and effect of control measures & there by guide the management to undertake midterm corrective actions required.
EMP includes four elements: • Commitment and Policy: Proposed project will strive to provide and implement the environment management Plan that incorporates all issues related to air, land and water. • Planning: This includes identification of environment impacts, legal requirements and setting environmental objectives. •Implementation: This comprises of resources available to the developers, accountability of contractors, training of operational staff associated with environmental control facilities and documentation of measures to be taken. • Measurement and Evaluation: This includes monitoring, corrective actions, and record keeping. The EMP consists of installation and operating stages of the project and includes the following elements: • Air Pollution Control and Management • Water Pollution & Control • Storm Water Management • Noise Control and Management • Hazardous and Solid Waste Management • Plantation, Landscaping and Land Management • Environmental Management Plan 10.2 Organisation & Manpower Environmental Management aspects of JRT will be looked after by the Environment Management Cell. This cell will comprise professionals drawn from different disciplines, which include environmental engineering, environmental chemistry and horticulture. The head of the cell will report to GM (Works).
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168 Chapter-10 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP Hierarchical system or Administrative order of the company to deal with the environmental issues
Board of Directors
Director
General Manager (Works)
ENV. Management CEL
Head of QCDept/ Head of Maint and Safety
Dept/ Head of HR Dept
Manager (Environment)
Field Officer (Environment)
Support Staff
Gardeners (2) Helpers (2) Cleaners (2)
The Environmental Management System of JRT Industries LLP is guided by the established environmental policy of the Company. The policy is signed by the Director. The environmental activities of the plant will be carried out as per the documented procedures established under the environmental policy of the Company. The environmental performance of JRT will be periodically reviewed by the General Manager (Works). The potential non-compliances, if any will be
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169 Chapter-10 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP reported to the Director, who will then discuss the same with the Board of Directors. 10.3 Monitoring of existing systems Different environmental monitoring activities will be carried out by the Environmental team at JRT is as follows:
Examination of all pollution control systems with due respect to its performance regularly. A record will be maintained and is shown to regulatory authority as and when required.
Examination and regular cleaning of cement and fly ash handling area.
Examination of rainwater harvesting system and storm water drains.
Checking the quality of air by drawing regular air samples and getting them analyzed.
Maintenance of the record of plantation to monitor plantation scheme, the area of plantation, observance of growth rate and survival of plants. Observation of growth of fauna in the area.
Sampling for noise pollution inside the plant requiring maintenance, which produce excess noise.
10.4 Guidelines by Hon’ble Supreme Court of India Supreme Court Direction: The Membrane Filter Test to detect asbestos fibre should be adopted by all the factories or establishments at par with the Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961 and Vienna Convention and Rules issued there under. JRT Compliance: The membrane filter test method in work place will be adopted for the asbestos fibre count in the work zone and stack will be tested by a competent & approved third party monitoring agency regularly and reports shall be submitted to state pollution control board & MOEF&CC. Supreme Court Directions: All the factories whether covered by the Employees State Insurance Act or Workmen's Compensation Act or otherwise are directed to compulsorily insure health coverage to every worker. JRT Compliance: All JRT employees will be covered under medical insurance Supreme Court Directions: The Union and the State Governments are directed to review the standards of permissible exposure limit value of fibre/cc in tune with the international standards reducing the permissible content as prayed in the writ petition referred to at the
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10.5 Socio Economic impact assessment & management plan The study is covered in Chapter 3/Section 3.6. As per the study basic issues which needs to be addressed are related to Education & communication, Health care & drinking water, Environmental protection, Sports & culture, Infrastructure development (roads, irrigation, transport, drainage), employment, fuel, etc.
People are positive about the project & feel that the project will bring positive changes in their lives, bring prosperity like roads, water supply, medical facilities, etc. & solve their day to day problems. The project will bring in employment opportunities & this will result in economic & social development of the people & area.
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CHAPTER-11 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION
11.1 Project Description The firm M/s JRT Industries LLP is a partnership firm incorporated on 01 .06.2018 & having its registered office at House No. 62, By-Lane No.2, ABC, Tarun Nagar, G.S. Road, Guwahati. JRT Industries LLP will engage in manufacturing of Asbestos Cement Sheets (Corrugated & Plain) & Non Asbestos Flat Sheets with total installed capacity of 80,000 TPA. The Project Proponent wishes to install a manufacturing unit of Asbestos Cement Sheets (corrugated & plain) & non asbestos flat sheets at village Sila, Tehsil Mouza Silasundarighopa, District Kamrup, Assam. Asbestos Corrugated sheets: 40,000 TPA, Asbestos Plain sheets : 10,000 TPA, Non Asbestos Flat Sheets : 30,000 TPA It has a total plant area of 43241 m2/10.73 acres of land in village Sila, District- Kamrup, Assam. The raw materials consumed for the manufacture of A.C. sheets are fibre, paper pulp, Ordinary Portland Cement, Fly Ash and Pulp.
The manufacturing of asbestos cement corrugated sheets will be done by wet process also known as Hatschek process. The products of JRT Industries LLP will have a great demand in Assam and other North Eastern States.
Availability of raw material is abundant in nearby areas except fibre. Raw asbestos fibre of different grades is available in Russia, Canada, Brazil & Zimbabwe and can be freely imported.
Sufficient market is available like Assam and other North Eastern States. Export might be done to neighboring countries. It has an export potential in the neighboring countries. The prescribed TOR by EAC was received vide letter F.No. IA-J-11011/161/2019- IA.II (I) dated 20/5/2019 by MoEF&CC New Delhi.
The EIA study has been carried out as per the TOR issued by MOEF&CC, Govt. of India including general/sectoral provisions by M/s Ecomen Laboratories (P) Ltd., Lucknow.
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172 Chapter -11 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP 11.2 Description of the Environment The climate of Kamrup district is subtropical type with semi dry summer and cold in winter with three distinct seasons namely summer, monsoon and winter. The temperature ranges from 6-7 degree C to 39 degree C. 11.2.1 Meteorological study Environmental monitoring was carried out for base line data generation during March-May, 2019 for 3 Months. Calm condition prevailed over 73.05% of the time of the study period. The predominant wind directions were ENE over 5.20% of the time in which speed of 1.0 to 2.40 m/s was recorded. The next predominant direction was E over 4.50 % of the time in which speed of 1.0 to 1.9 m/s was recorded. The maximum & minimum temperature, relative humidity (%) & Rainfall (mm) recorded are given below:
Parameter Temperature Humidity (%) Rain fall Sr. No. Month (0C) Max. Min. Max. Min. mm 1 March, 19 36.0 11.0 90.0 21.0 2 April, 19 37.0 18.0 95.6 19.6 150 3 May, 19 35.0 21.0 96.5 21.6 11.2.2 Ambient Air Quality Ambient air quality was monitored at 8 locations within 10 km. radius of the project site. The overall Maximum and Minimum values are discussed below:
3 3 3 3 S.No. Parameter PM10(µg/m ) PM2.5(µg/m SO2(µg/m ) NO2(µg/m ) ) Locations Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Whithin project 1. 70.40 50.40 56.13 35.60 15.50 10.30 29.80 21.90 site Karaibari 2. 58.50 41.50 30.64 19.58 9.58 7.28 18.98 9.90 Dhobartari 3. 59.80 45.58 30.30 19.58 11.06 7.28 16.35 11.00 Gauripur 4. 62.18 50.02 40.48 27.40 9.70 6.03 12.38 7.10 Bamuni gaon 5. 61.60 46.57 34.50 19.00 9.90 6.48 10.90 7.59 Athiabai 6. 57.08 42.50 40.20 15.46 11.06 7.22 16.35 10.52 Namati jalah 7. 58.08 39.70 44.12 27.17 9.98 7.84 14.44 9.58 Dadora 8. 56.60 27.67 39.42 22.47 11.30 7.15 26.50 18.50
Standard 100 60 80 80
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Out of 8 locations the maximum Respirable Particulate Matter (PM10) was found within proposed project site (70.40 µg/m3) & minimum value (27.67 µg/m3) was found in Dadora.
Out of 8 locations the maximum Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5) was found within proposed project site (56.13 µg/m3) & minimum value (15.46 µg/m3) was found in Athiabai.
3 Highest SO2 (15.50 µg/m ) value was recorded at proposed project site & lowest 3 SO2 value (6.03 µg/m ) at Gauripur.
3 Similarly highest NO2 (29.80 µg/ m ) value was found at proposed project site and 3 lowest NO2 value (7.10 µg/ m ) was recorded at Gauripur.
11.2.3 Water Quality The water quality monitoring was done at 11 locations within 10 km. radius area of the proposed plant area. Out of 11 samples collected from different locations 3 are from surface water and 8 samples are from ground water/ drinking water.
11.2.3.1 Surface Water The water samples are collected from Bharmaputra River Rajdwar Ghat (SW-1), Bharmaputra River Mash Gau Ghat (SW-2) and Kurijani Nadi (SW-3). The details are discussed in EIA/EMP. Few important parameters are given below:
Code TDS Chloride Fluoride Nitrate Iron Total Coliform pH No. (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (MPN/100ml)
SW-1 7.86 632.00 72.00 0.36 17.44 0.310 240 SW-2 7.80 651.00 68.00 0.30 15.90 0.280 200 SW-3 7.77 735.00 80.00 0.23 20.20 0.350 280 Desirable Limits IS: 2296 6.5- (Class 8.5 1500 600 1.50 50.00 50.00 5000 C)
The result shows that all the parameters are well within the prescribed limit of IS: 2296 (Class C).
11.2.3.2 Ground Water The water samples are collected from Jalah (GW-1), Karaibari (GW-2), Dhobartari (GW-3), Gauripur (GW-4), Athiabai (GW-5), Dadora (GW-6), Bamuni Gaon (GW-7) and Dora Kahara (GW-8).
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Code pH Chloride Fluoride Nitrate Iron Hardness Total Coliform No. (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (mg/l) (MPN/100ml)
GW-1 7.16 46.00 0.56 14.40 0.250 224.00 Absent GW-2 7.35 34.00 0.62 12.30 0.210 256.00 Absent GW-3 7.41 44.00 0.51 15.60 0.210 228.00 Absent GW-4 7.44 38.00 0.65 15.11 0.140 256.00 Absent GW-5 7.29 41.10 0.55 17.10 0.200 232.00 Absent GW-6 7.18 31.50 0.60 14.40 0.260 248.00 Absent GW-7 7.02 28.00 0.53 12.63 0.22 236.00 Absent GW-8 7.12 34.00 0.45 10.96 0.19 228.00 Absent Acceptable Limits IS: 6.5-8.5 250 1.00 45.00 0.30 200 - 10500
The ground water from all the locations as mentioned above is used for drinking purpose. The result shows that all the parameters are well within the prescribed limit of IS: 10500 except hardness which is slightly on a higher side.
11.2.4 Noise level The noise level surveys were carried out at 8 locations and the details of the survey are given below: Noise level in dB(A) Station Code Day Night Max. Min. (leq) (leq) Ambient Noise Level (dBA) N-1 Whithin project site 67.5 50.1 65.9 52.4 Karaibari N-2 52.3 40.6 50.1 42.3
N-3 Dhobartari 57.8 42.8 54.1 44.3 N-4 Gauripur 53.2 41.3 51.4 42.9 N-5 Bamuni gaon 57.4 41.0 54.0 43.3
N-6 Athiabai 56.4 42.0 51.8 44.1
N-7 Namati jalah 56.8 42.4 53.6 44.1 N-8 Dadora 56.7 40.5 52.8 41.7 Ambient noise level (Leq) within proposed site (N-1) was found to be 65.9 dB (A) in day time and 52.4 dB (A) in night time respectively. All the values are well
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Sl. No. Category Area (in ha) % of the Study area
1 Agricultural land 5801.49 18.48
2 Waste land 11057.55 35.22
3 Protected Forest/Natural 7326.55 Vegetation Area 23.33
4 River/water bodies 3555.12 11.32
5 Built up land 3659.29 11.65
Total 31400 100
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11.6 Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures The impact and its mitigation measures of the proposed project are given below: Impact Environmental Management measures proposed Air quality The dust particles can increase unless proper control measures Water sprinkling and wet moping will be are taken at planning stage due done more frequently. Air pollution to transportation and handling of control systems (APCS) will be provided raw material especially Asbestos at the dust emission source points to fibre. prevent the dust particles from getting air borne. Chrysotile fibre will be handled in the process in a closed circuit with Automatic handling / opening of asbestos fibre bags system. Bags will be opened in closed bag openers and fibres will be debagged automatically. Wet grinding in the ER mill will restrict fibre floatation in the atmosphere.
Water quality Rain water runoff may cause There will be process water generation turbidity. in the factory which will be recycled. There is no industrial effluent proposed. Domestic/sanitary waste water will be treated in STP.
Water Total water requirement is The PP will install Rainwater harvesting requirement approx. 142 KLD. Out of which system inside factory premises. The 75 KLD, 35 KLD & 10KLD will be rainwater of the covered area will be used for process, office/domestic collected through pipe in concrete tank. & canteen respectively. Source The stored water will be lifted to an of water will be bore well and overhead tank from where the water rain water. will be used directly in the process Total water requirement: 142 including wet mopping and sprinkling KLD for dust suppression. Make up water:110 KLD (GW 100 Piezometers will also be installed to KLD, Rain water 10 KLD) record the ground water level of the Recycled water : 32 KLD factory area.
The ground water will be pumped through 1 no. of tube well for process water and 1 no. of tube well will be standby. Both the tube wells will be located inside the factory.
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177 Chapter -11 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP The high noise areas in the Noise level factory will mainly be Asbestos To keep the noise level within limits, CBS Sheet Manufacturing area, proper maintenance of machineries will DG room and HGW plant. It is be done as well as regular monitoring. envisaged that the impact on The workers will be provided earmuff. ambient noise will be marginal. Proper padding in the fixed plant and well maintained trucks will be allowed for dispatch.
Land use Land use has been changed from Land will be used for locating the plant non- agriculture land to industrial which will include Platform, Structures land. & Ladder etc. besides office building, green belt, stock yard, ware house, roads, open space/parking, handling of raw material/silos etc... Solid waste There will be empty fibre bags Empty Fibre Bags shall be shredded and management .The solid waste like rejected AC recycled. Rejected sheets shall be sheets may be there. processed in Hard Ground Waste (HGW) plant & used in process. Flora & In proposed plant area removal The plant authorities have proposed to Fauna of bushes, grass creepers and develop a green belt in the front portion climbers may take place. No outside as well as within the boundary threatened endangered or of the land acquired. The remaining endemic species of flora or fauna area around the plant with lawns and within the core zone reported. plants. In addition to the green belt around the project 33 % of the total area will be covered under plantation. Socio- Total direct & indirect The work men will be employed from economic employment generation will be nearby local villages at different levels approx. 100 & 150 respectively. depending upon their educational qualification & experience. The project authority will carry out peripheral development through CSR & CER activities.
11.7 Proposed Investment Estimated project cost is Rs 71.75 crores.
Proposed Capital expenditure on Environment is Rs 1.5 crores & recurring expenses is Rs 0.125 crores. 11.8 Environmental Monitoring Programme Project proponent will undertake environment monitoring as per the conditions given by MoEF&CC, New Delhi.
Further following environmental monitoring programmes will be carried out in future.
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Sl. Description of parameters Schedule & duration of monitoring* 1. AIR QUALITY Four ambient air quality monitoring Quarterly -4 locations for stations to be established in the core ambient air quality & 10 zone & buffer zone for PM10, PM 2.5, SO2, locations for fibre dust NO2 and CO. Location of the ambient air sampling quality stations to be decided based on the meteorological data, topographical features and environmentally sensitive targets. Asbestos fibre monitoring in Work Environment 2. WATER QUALITY : Physico-chemical, metals and biological parameters Water quality including trace metals in each season. 4 locations. 3. Vehicular emissions Regular Monitoring Regular Monitoring. 8 4. Noise level locations. Every year in dry season, 5. Soil quality of all plantation areas 6. Flora & fauna Once in 5 years 7. Socio-economic Once in 3 years. 8. Water level 4 times in a year * However number of sampling locations, frequency etc. can be changed as per MoEF&CC / State PCB requirement.
11.9 Additional Studies The company will establish a system for preventive maintenance to minimize emergency events. A team headed by Safety and Environment Manager will be responsible for the above. He will report to GM (Works.). All employees will be educated to take precautions and use all protective measures to control dust in working environment. They will be well informed of the consequences of ignoring the precautions. Personal protective equipments as per BIS code of practices IS; 12078: 19817 will be provided to the employees engaged in handling asbestos.
The occupational health surveillance program will be implemented to address pre employment & periodic health examination. Every employee prior to his appointment will undergo the pre employment medical examination arranged by the project proponent and issued an Appointment letter only on getting fitness certificate issued by competent authority. Scheme for health surveillance include periodical examination of workers, X-ray examination for radiological changes, lung function test for restrictive disorder and clinical examination for early detection of signs of asbestosis. These tests will be recorded for pre employment, periodic surveillance after employment as per the State Government regulation and Supreme Court Guidelines. Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,Lucknow
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11.10 Project Benefits Total direct & indirect employment generation will be approx. 100 & 150 respectively. The work men will be employed from nearby local villages at different levels depending on availability. Company will provide permanent employment to local people from the surrounding villagers. Preference will be given to the locals for temporary employment, based on the qualification. Further, local people of surrounding villages will be encouraged to give their services through or as contractors for routine & development work.
Peripheral development shall be undertaken in Health care & drinking water, Education & communication, Alternative livelihood & environmental protection, Infrastructure development & Sports & culture etc.. A sum of Rs 103.4 Lacs has been earmarked for Five years after getting EC & Commencement of Project.
Similarly a sum of Rs 144.4 lacs has been earmarked for a span of 5 years after getting EC & Commencement of Project for Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) covering Supply of desk and benches to School, Drinking water facility in school Campus, Providing computer and a computer teacher in local primary schools, Providing uniforms, books and school bags every year to all students of local primary schools , Providing children amusement facility in two nearby school campus, Making water harvesting arrangements in two local primary schools, Supply of snacks and fruits every day to two local schools ,Avenue plantation, Distribution of fruit bearing plants among nearby villagers, digging bore well, installation of Filtration System and laying of pipe lines, Ambulance facility for long distance major hospitals, Construction of Toilet in different houses of poor family in nearby villages, Installation cost of Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System in and around project area etc. 11.11 Environmental Management Plan Estimated project cost is Rs 71.75 crores. Proposed Capital expenditure on Environment is Rs 1.05 crores & recurring expenses Rs 0.125 crores. The amount will be spent towards Air Pollution control equipment like Bag Filters Dust Collectors, connected to cement, Fly ash & Fibre handing system, Automatic bag opening device, Sewage Treatment for Domestic/sanitary waste water, Emission Monitoring equipments for stacks and Ambient air quality in the vicinity and laboratory, Green belt development, Establishment of Environment cell and Environmental Monitoring, Material Handling equipments etc..
11.12 Conclusion The project will establish an environment cell with qualified and experienced staff from the environmental field and the entire environmental management system will be guided by the documented Environmental Policy of the Company. The Environmental Clearance proposed for the project will encourage the Company towards excellence of environmental practices and development of people around the project.
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CHAPTER - 12 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED Ecomen Laboratories Pvt. Ltd, a multi-disciplinary professionally managed, environmental consultancy services organization with an environmental laboratory accredited by NABL and with over 30 years standing, operates in 18 States of India. It has following accreditations to its credit:
1. National Accreditation Board for Education and Training, Quality Council of India (NABET- QCI).
2. National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) International Accreditation ISO17025
3. ISO 9001:2015 for Quality management System
4. Gazette Notified Laboratory by Ministry of Environment & Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC). Renewal is under process.
5. Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSAS 18001:2007)
6. Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring and Testing
7. Empanelled Consultant with State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) -Odisha
Participates in Proficiency test conducted by CPCB& scored 100% many times.
CPCB had selected Ecomen’s laboratory to analyze the samples of identified industries jointly along with them pursuant to Hon’ble NGT order dated 05.08.2014 & 08.12.2016. Our Range of Services Include:
1. Preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) & Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and subsequent Environment Clearance from MOEFCC, SEIAA, NOC /Consent from Pollution Control Board. 2. Generation of Baseline data as per Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 i.e. Environmental Monitoring [Air, Water (Ground Water & Surface water), Noise, Soil], Testing and Studies like Flora, Fauna, Socio Economic, Land Use, Ground Water. 3. Minerals testing [in line with IBM directives that only NABL accredited lab can do Mineral’s Testing] 4. Coal testing / analysis 5. Forest proposal for dereservation & clearance; Wild Life Management Plan 6. Groundwater survey, Water balance assessment & Geo hydrological study 7. Water management, recovery, recycling and reuse of waste water, Rain Water Harvesting; commissioning of Piezometers
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181 Chapter- 12 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP 8. Thematic mapping using Remote Sensing, GIS & GPS. Preparing Land use/Land cover maps. Digital Image processing 9. Environmental Audit, Risk Assessment, Disaster Management plan & Compliance monitoring & report. 10. Training programme : Environment and Forest Clearance Process :To create awareness leading to skill development in the 12 Functional Areas of Environment Clearance as prescribed by NABET –QCI 11. ETP/STP operation & Maintenance Achievements: 100 EIA/EMPs approval 50 Major Monitoring assessments, all over India 50 specialized studies 10 World Bank funded projects Case studies awarded by MOEFCC Setting site Labs Awards: Mr R N Bhargava /Ecomen is recipient of many prestigious awards as given below: i) ‘Silver Medal’ from Mining, Geological and Metallurgical Institute of India [MGMI] for the paper ‘Noamundi – Long Range, Programme and Mine Planning’ [1969]. ii) ‘National Consultant’ of MOEF in ‘Industrial Pollution Prevention Project’; Gap Analysis of some State Pollution Control Board’s Laboratories; conducted a National Workshop [2001]. iii) ‘Certificate of Excellence’ for Implementation of World Bank funded Rural Drinking Water & Environment & Sanitation project (2002). iv) ‘LMA Creativity & Innovation Award 2014’ for very significant contribution in any walks of life in India or abroad by way of his / her innovation or creativity. v) ‘Udyog Ratan Award’ for the outstanding performance in the field of economic & industrial development of the industry in the country and ‘Excellence Award’ for Ecomen for its class and quality services, from Institute of Economic Studies, New Delhi (2015). vi) ‘Life Time Achievement Award 2015’ to a Mining Engineer by Mining Engineers Association of India. vii) ‘Eminent Engineer Award (2017)’ by Institute of Engineer’s India on consideration of eminence and contribution in the discipline of Environmental Engineering. viii) Many more
Our Clients/ Projects experience: Our clients include major Corporates,[ apart from World Bank aided projects& MOEFCC assigned case studies] Tata Steel Mines, Rungtas, NMDC, CMPDI, Heidelberg, Reliance, Ambuja Cements, J P Group, Everest Industries, L&T, NTPC etc. etc.
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182 Chapter- 12 EIA/EMP of M/s JRT INDUSTRIES LLP Our Resources: Ecomen distinguishes itself by outstanding experience, vision and exposure of its key functionaries, experts, &specialists, in Industrial, Mining and Environmental disciplines as also, Socio - Economic, Public Health & Sanitation, Forestry and Management areas. Ecomen has inherent expertise in the Chairman, Mr R N Bhargava (Ex Executive Officer TATA Steel) with 57years of experience in three disciplines, Environment, Mining and Management, supplemented by expertise of Dr K L Satapathy, M D of the Company and professional Board of Directors.
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Lucknow-226024 Sub: Consideration for Empanelment of Environmental Consultant- reg. Ref: (i) Your Letter No. MOLlSPCB-Odisha/01/20, dt.08.01 .2020 (ii) This Office Letter No.1949, dt.31 .12 .2019 Sir, In inviting reference to the above cited letter, please find enclosed herewith the Certificate for Empanelled Environmental Consultant under Category- "A". Kindly acknowledge the receipt of the Certificate. Yours faithfully, Encl: As above ~,~~ Sr. Env. SCientist-II (ll Memo No. lOt. I Copy forwarded to Er. Mamata Pattnaik, EE for information. The name, address, category and validity period of the firm may please be posted in the website as an empanelled environmental consultant with the SPC Board, Odisha. Sr. Env. Scientist-II (ll ~ "'" I--N ame of ihe-Con~ultant -I Category I Validity Period Mis Ecomen laboratories Pvt. Ltd. Flat No-5-8, 2nd Floor Arif Chamber-V, Sector-H, A 17.01.2020 to 16.Q1.2023 Aliganj, lucknow-226024 Phone - 0522-2746282 E-mail -ra [email protected] l __ Head Office: State Pollution Control Board, Odisha, I'aribesh Bhawan, A/ lIB, Nil akanthanagar, Uni t· VIII, Bhubaneswar - 751 012, FAX: 2562822/ 2560955 TEL : 2564033/2563294 EPIIBX : 2561909/ 2562817 E· mail : paribesh [email protected] Website : wwwospcboard ore 192 I - EFAX: 2562822/2560955 uOISHA TEL: 2564033/2563294 ~ EPABX: 256 1909/2562847 '11119'" E-mail :poribesh I @ospc b oord.org Websile :www.ospcboord.org STATE POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD, ODISHA [DEPARTMENT OF FOREST & ENVIRONMENT. GOVERNMENT OF ODISHAI Paribes h Bhawan, AI 118, Nilakanthanagar, Unit-VIII, Bhubaneswar-751012 No . tI?, / VISCCLEM) I & PR-174/19-20 Date I'c+ '),9"J-" CERT[F[CA TE FOR EMPANELLED ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT This is to certify that :MIs f£comen La6oratories Pvt. Lttf., pfat No-5-8, 2"4 P[oor, ;4.rif Cfiam6er-o/, Sector-J{, ;4.[i[janj, Lucli..now-226024 is empanelled as Environmental Consultant with State Pollution Control Board, Odisha from the date mentioned in the certificate and can provide the following facilities. 1. Laboratory Facility - Category"A" 2. Preparation of EIA/EMP reports 3. Preparation of Environmental Statement 4. Safety Audit 5. Waste Management and Audit 6. Environmental Audit Terms and Conditions: 1. The empanelment period is valid for three years only. The validity will automatically lapse at the end of the third year. 2. There shall not be any obligation on the part of the Board to accept any of the reports /data / information furnished by the consultant by virtue of its being empanelled by the Board. 3. The onus of genuineness of the data / reports / information furnished by the consultanton behalf of the industries /organization etc. shall completely lie upon industry / organization who engage them. The data / reports will not be considered as prepared under the provisions of the act and statutes applicable to State Pollution Control Board. 4. The Board shall not be a party to any dispute technical/financial or any other matter that may arise between the consultant and the firm hiring its services. 5. The Board reserves the right to revoke the empanelment or downgrade the category if found unsuitable according to the Bye laws. ~ 1/1 0<\ 2.>0 MEMBER SECRETARY Central Laboratory:-Plot No. B-59/2 & 59/3, Chandaka Industrial Estate, P \ 193 cf;rsfl~ Q~t'l0[ ~ti?(OI m CENTPAl POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD ...m~M,Jj i'.bl:nM4 ~ d'(R") (?HSlvld) 7(J "L OfnCE I 'ORTIiI [ v, :\0\\ ~:fi..:m.:-..."'1 (~ i('I CfYj~, .ma 'I'h"" ") - • "f"1 "-1 ' :: \M1NISTRI OF ENV IRONrl(N r & fORESTS, GOVT. OF INDiA) File No. ZOLfTech/ESS/UP/170 } ":FT ' Nov.19, 2014 To, MIs Echomen Laboratories Pvt Ltd. Flat No. 5-8. 2nd Floor, Arif Chamber-V, Sector - H, Aliganj, Lucknow - 226 024 Subject: Analysis of effluent sample -Regarding Si r. Central Pollution Control Board shall be carrying out a joint inspection of identified industries during November 19-22, 2014. Pursuant to Hon'ble NGT order dated Aug. 05, 2014 , in OA No. 299 of 2013, the samples are required to be collected in two parts and analysed one at CPCB, Zonal Jab, Lucknow and other by recognised National Laboratory , In this context, the sealed samples with detaiis of parameters etc. shall be delivered progressively to your laboratory for necessary analysis.The analysis charges as per prevailing notified rates under E(P) rules shall be paid after submission of bills in duplicate. It is requested to kindly accept the samples and arrange to analyse the same as per standard methods and in accordance with provisions of recognition of yom laboratory under the E(P) Act 1986. 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EastArjoo Nagar, DeIhI·110032 EPABX ~0522-4087600. 4osnoo EPABX ~I Tel: 011~310203O. 22303717 ~ ITe!.: 0522-4087601, 2721915 . ~/F8X:011-22307078. 22305793, 22304948 $m/Fax:0522-4087602 t~1e-maiI:[email protected] ~-~I e-mall:[email protected] ~/website:http:Jtwww.cpcb.nlc.in '---'-- --_._._------ 195279 196 CENTRAL POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD Ministry of Environment, Forest &. Climate Change Parivesh Bhawan, East A~un Nagar CIKIt Oelhl-110 032 32"' ANALYTICAL QUALITY CONTROU PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAMME LAB CODE I LC-113 ~ The Laboratory Incharge Mis Ecomen Laboratories Private Limited -"" Flat No. 8, Second Floor Arif Chamber-V, Sector · H, Aliganj LUCKNQW - 226 024, U.P. PROFICIENCV EVAlUanON REPOCIT SD Lower Higher S.Ne. r.., Reference Lab'. Robust Remarks Un. Sample (NIQR Acceptable Acceptable ' ." c<;. Parameter Value result Z-score (YININR) Basis) limit Umit Total A 126.00 15.20 125.00 95.61 156.39 -0.07 Y 1. Dissolved mgA Sollds(TOS) B 134.00 15.20 128.50 103.11 163.89 .0..3 3 Y Fixed A 90.00 10.75 68.50 68.50 111.50 -1 .93 Y 2. Dissolved mgA Solids (FOS) B 105.00 11 .12 70.50 82.76 127.24 -3.06 N .:::."~ Total A 4.00 0.98 3.51 1.97 5.87 -0.41 Y Kjeldahl 3. mgA Nitrogen 82; -0.92 Y (TKN) B 6.00 0.97 5.40 4.37 A 1.99 0.44 1.80 1.10 2.88 -0.32 Y Ammonia mgJt 4. (NH,) -- B 3.92 0.91 3.70 2.10 5.74 -0.27 Y A 12.00 1.39 11.50 9.59 14.11 -0.35 Y Sodium 5. (Nal mgA B 21.00 1.74 20.47 17.91 23.12 -0.05 Y 25.00 2.82 23.56 19.15 30.41 ·0.46 Y Pota.slum A 6. (K) mgA B 21.00 1.91 19.79 16.73 24.37 -0.42 Y - 197 A 0.38 0.04 0.40 0.30 0.46 0.50 Y I PhoSphate 7. mgi1 (PO~) B 0.18 0.08 0.29 0.03 0.33 1.37 Y , Chemical A 95.00 6.04 98.30 82048 106.64 0.64 Y , Oxygen mgn 8. Demand B (COO) 124.00 6.49 128.50 111 .07 137.01 0.68 Y Biochemical A 47.00 5.19 50.50 36.62 57.38 0.67 Y Oxygen mgi1 9. Demand (BOD) B 64.00 5.93 51.50 52.14 75.86 ·10.79 N A 4.02 0.02 3.95 3.98 4.06 -3.15 N 10. pH mgn B 9.18 0.04 9.20 9.09 9.27 0.49 Y ) Overall Perfonnance of Laboratory In % I 85 Note: Acceptable limits ere fixed based on Reference value (Median) t 2 Standard Deviation (N/QR basis) i.e. within t 2 Z SCOnlS values lor both sample A & B indMdua"y. Abbreviations: JQR = Inter Quartile Range Q1 =l SI Quartile; 03 = 3<0 Quartile NiQR '" Normalized lOR Z Score. (Observed value - Reference Value) 11 Standard Deviation Y - Z Score within acceptable limit; N- Z Score not within acceptable limit; NR - Not Reported ~~ ~ J. It BhatIa D,. Sanj,jJ, Dr. C. S. Shllrma Scientist '6' d- Scie ntist 'E' & Sdeo~ st 'E' & Scientist T & ., Divisional Head Water Lab D!visiooall-lead 810 Science Lab Divisional He • 198