HEARTY WELCOME TO HON’BLE CHAIRMAN & MEMBERS OF

slide1. HEARTY WELCOME TOHON’BLE CHAIRMAN & MEMBERS OF SEAC
KERALA STATE

ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE PRESENTATION
FOR THE PROPOSED GRANITE BUILDING STONE SITUATED AT BLOCK NO. 30
SURVEY NOS. 404/3, 404/4, 404/5, 404/7, 404/7-1 EXTENT : 2.2Ha
VILLAGE – KOODAL, TALUK – KONNI
DISTRICT - PATHANAMTHITTA, STATE – KERALA. PREPARED BY:-
V. K. ROY,
DMG/KERALA/RQP/4/2016
‘SARAL’, T. C. 27/487(2), SWARAJ LANE,
R. C JUNCTION, KUNNUKUZHY,
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – 695 035,
KERALA.
PHONE : 9387 805 668
EMAIL : vkroysaral@gmail.com PROJECT PROPONENT:-

G RAJEEVAN
MANAGING PARTNER
KOODAL GRANITES
JAYA MANDIRAM,
KUDAVATHOOR P.O, KOLLAM.
MOBILE. NO: 9447 401 498.<br>
slide2. 2 BRIEF SUMMARY

The Granite Building Stone Quarry of Koodal Granites (Represented by its Managing Partner, G Rajeevan) which is located in Block No.30, Survey Nos: 404/3, 404/4, 404/5, 404/7, 404/7-1 of Koodal Village, Konni Taluk, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala for an extent of 2.2 Ha.

The targeted production of mine will be 1,10,000 MTA. The estimated project cost will be Rs. 1.50 crores. The expected life of mine estimated will be about six years.<br>
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slide4. 4 PROJECT COST<br>
slide5. 5 INFRASTRUCTURES<br>
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slide7. SURVEY MAP
SIGNED BY
VILLAGE OFFICER 7<br>
slide8. SATELLITE IMAGE SUPERIMPOSED WITH PROJECT BOUNDARY Proposed application area (2.2 Ha ) 8<br>
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slide10. 10 NON CLUSTER CERTIFICATE<br>
slide11. 11 SITE PHOTOGRAPGHS Photograph showing rock outcrop in the lease area Photograph of fencing done around the lease area<br>
slide12. 12 Photograph of open well
Open well - 265m from BP11
Latitude : 09°08'42.80"N
Longitude : 76°52'34.13"E<br>
slide13. 13 Boundary Pillar BP1 Boundary Pillar BP2 Boundary Pillar BP3 Boundary Pillar BP4 Boundary Pillar BP5<br>
slide14. 14 Boundary Pillar BP6 Boundary Pillar BP7 Boundary Pillar BP8 Boundary Pillar BP9 Boundary Pillar BP10 Boundary Pillar BP11<br>
slide15. DRAINAGE MAP 15<br>
slide16. Abandoned pits will be utilized for water storage during rainy season. This water will be utilized for dust suppression and plantation. It will also help in recharging the ground water. Finally the abandoned quarry will be utilized as a good water reservoir with its adjacent areas beautifully afforested with native trees. The outer boundaries will be properly fenced.

Drinking water will be made available from a open well. For Dust Suppression & Plantation For Drinking Purpose WATER, SOURCE & CONSUMPTION 16<br>
slide17. INDUSTRIAL CONSUMPTION
ABANDONED PIT DUST SUPPRESSION & PLANTATION

DOMESTIC CONSUMPTION
0.5 KLD 0.2 KLD 8 KLD BORE WELL DOMESTIC SEPTIC TANK SOAK PIT WATER BALANCE CHART 17<br>
slide18. GEOLOGY & RESERVE ESTIMATION a. Regional Geology b. Local Geology Geologically, the district forms part of the Precambrian metamorphic shield comprising (i) Charnockite Group, Khondalite Group and Megmatite Complex of Archaean age, (ii) Acid intrusive of Proterozoic age and (iii) rocks of Cenozoic age (basic intrusive, Neogene and Quaternary). The lease area is part of a hillock with rugged topography. Main rock type in the lease area is Garnateferrous Biotite Gneiss of the Khondalite suite. There is a rock outcrop in certain areas and the remaining area is covered with a layer of topsoil with a thickness of about 1.5m. A perineal stream is flowing at a distance of 105m from BP1 on the western side of the lease area with flow direction north to south west. The area was earlier covered with rubber plantation which is felled and plantain is cultivated in this area. The remaining area is covered with native trees, shrubs, herbs, grass, climbers, bushes etc. 18<br>
slide19. RESERVES ESTIMATION 19 Mineable Reserve = 6,60,160 MT
Blocked Reserve = 3,34,475 MT
Geological Reserve = 9,94,635 MT<br>
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slide29. ECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF THE SITE FAUNA & FLORA assessment is conducted by Biodiversity Inventory Team, Dr. K.S. Anoop Das & team, dasksa@gmail.com, 0989547198. 29<br>
slide30. 30 BIODIVERSITY ASSESSMENT SHOWING QUANTIFICATION SEPARATELY FOR THE CORE AND BUFFER AREAS<br>
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slide34. MONITORING TEST RESULTS Baseline Environmental Monitoring was carried out by Standards Environmental & Laboratories, Ernakulam, (Approved by NABL and Kerala State Pollution Control Board) .
Ambient air quality was monitored in the proposed the quarry area.
Ambient noise levels was also monitored in the proposed the quarry area.
Ground water samples were also collected.
The samples were analyzed for Physico -Chemical and bacteriological parameters.
All parameters (Air, Noise & Water) were observed and found to be within permissible limits. 34<br>
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slide37. 37 2.SOUND<br>
slide38. 38 3. WATER MONITORING REPORT<br>
slide39. NONEL INITIATION FOR ECO- FRIENDLY BLASTING Non- electric initiation system NONEL is a shock tube detonator designed to initiate explosions. Instead of electric wires, a hollow plastic tube delivers the firing impulse to the detonator, making it immune to most of the hazards associated with stray electric current.
ADVANTAGES
1.Reduced Noise
2.Fly rock and
3.Vibration.
4.It is very safe to use in rainy season because it is Non-Electric Detonator
5.And it is ecofriendly method of blasting
6.NONEL blasting method will also give good fragmentation. 39<br>
slide41. ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in the quarry area and buffer zone area. The proposed mitigating measures are required for meeting the prevailing statutory requirements of gaseous emissions, water discharge characteristics, noise levels etc for environmental management purpose in connection with the quarrying & quarrying related activities in the leasehold area.
For attaining the desired objective of good environmental quality in the area, several management strategies in different phases are proposed and evaluated.
Planned improvements including additional control measures
Fugitive dust reduction on roads
Measures to alleviate problems affecting villages near Quarrying area.
Planning for the progressive closure of the quarry 41<br>
slide42. Anticipated Environmental Impact & Proposed Mitigating Measures

AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Quarrying operations and associated activities is potentially air polluting and the major air pollutants are suspended air particulate matter. The air pollution problems are mainly due to fugitive dust emission.
MITIGATING MEASURES
 Dust suppression systems (water spraying) would be adopted at mine working & loading points.
Maintenance of haul roads, service roads from time to time and removal of the accumulated dust materials.
Drills shall be equipped with dust extractors to reduce dust generation.
Wetting the face prior to blasting.
The blasting shall be carried out during day hours, it shall be avoided during strong wind and temperature inversion condition.
Excavation operations shall be suspended during very strong wind condition.
Speed control on vehicle movement to limit speed.
Air quality shall be regularly monitored both in the core zone and buffer zone. 42<br>
slide43. 43 HAULAGE
Regular water spraying on haulage roads during granite transportation by water sprinklers.
Prevent spillage of materials on the paved surfaces during materials transportation.
Granite building stone/aggregate carrying trucks will be effectively covered by tarpaulin to avoid escape of fines to the atmosphere.
2. NOISE
Anticipated Impact
Noise level increases in quarries due to excavation, drilling, blasting, handling & transportation of granite building stone and operation of processing equipment.
MITIGATING MEASURES
Identification of mitigation measures for noise abatement including noise barriers for point sources and line sources are undertaken and measures to minimize the impact is proposed.
Acoustic enclosures, hoods, laggings and screens shall be provided in noise generating areas to the extent possible so that the sound pressure levels in working areas are restricted below 80 db (A). This shall be regulated before engaging the equipment or purchase of the same.
Provision of rotation of workers to minimize exposure time as well as provision of earmuffs to workers exposed to high noise areas is also envisaged. In addition to it, green belt development shall be undertaken around the lease area to minimize propagation of noise.
Use of sharp drilling bits, delivery of compressed air at optimal pressure and proper maintenance of compressor, drilling machine, jackhammers and tipper trucks.<br>
slide44. 40 Water Consumption The mining and associated activities many times use lot of water which likely to affect hydrological regime of the water. Lowering of water table may result in reduced ground water availability. The surface water/ground water inflow into the mine gets polluted when it comes in contact with mining related pollutants.
The overall daily requirement of water for this mining project is just 10 KLD per day as given
below. Drinking and domestic Afforestation
Dust Suppression Total -
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- 2 KL/D
4 KL/D (during non-raining days)
4 KL/D (during non-raining days)
10 KL/D No ground water is going to be encountered during the quarrying & there shall not be any discharge of water from quarrying to the adjacent area.<br>
slide45. 45 MITIGATING MEASURES
1.The proposed mining operations are much above the ground water table. Therefore, these mining operations on hill top may not have any adverse impact on either the yield or movement of ground water.
2.Garland drains will be constructed along the periphery of the quarry. The garland drain is routed through silt settling pit to remove suspended soils and the treated water and the surplus treated water shall be discharged to natural water course.
3.Settling pits and drains shall be periodically de-silted.
4.Providing sufficient gully checks and check dam to check any silt flowing along with the surface run-off in the valleys.
4. LAND ENVIRONMENT
The biggest impact of mining sector is on land. If the land use pattern in core area consist of forest/agriculture land the impact on biodiversity would be significant. Similarly if land is occupied by human habitation, their displacement would be a significant issue.<br>
slide46. All working places will have safe means of access, safe working platform and exit.
Personal protective equipment's like dust masks, ear plug/ear muff, helmet, safety shoes, safety goggles etc. will be provided to the workers.
Proper unit design and engineering controls will be maintained in order to protect workers, control of process and fugitive emissions.
Adequate arrangement of treated drinking water, rest shelters, etc will be done.
Education & training will be provided to the workforce about facilities, protective equipment, risk associated, potential health effects, etc.
Display board will be provided showing the hazards associated and recommended precautionary measures.
The health of all employees will be monitored once in a year for early detection of any ailment due to exposure of dust, heat and noise 46 5. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY<br>
slide47. 43 The specific CER activities is undertaken by the proponent in consultation with the stakeholders as stipulated in the OM No.22-65/2017- IA.III dated 30/09/2020 and OM No. 22-65/2017-IA.III dated 20/10/2020 of the MoEF &CC, GOI. The estimated project cost is Rs. 1.50 crores. The amount utilized for CER purpose is 2% of the total project cost which is Rs. 3 lakhs /year. The life of mine is six years and a total amount of Rs. 16.50 lakhs will be spending as CER. And this amount will be spending in first two years of mines. And a total amount of Rs. 1.65 lakhs will be spending in remaining years as maintenance cost.<br>
slide50. FUND FOR ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY For the conservation of environment, trees will be planted and make environment eco-friendly. As a part of environmental management plan, green belt area will be developed and will provide necessary fund as follows. 50<br>
slide51. SALIENT FEATURES OF THE ENVIRONMENT
MANAGEMENT PLAN For analysing & monitoring environment balance, periodic monitoring of basic parameters such as air, water, noise and soil will be conducted engaging approved lab.

Wet drilling methods will be adopted to control dust generation.

Storm water channelization by way of garland drains and the storm water (over flow from the storm water tank) will be channelized to the own land and further to the drain along the access road.

De silting traps and sedimentation pond are proposed for de-contamination of storm water.

Effective Blasting Design & Technology will be adopted to minimize noise and ground vibrations during blasting.

Green Belt will be developed which will act as an acoustic barrier to minimize noise transmission. 51<br>
slide52. 7. Mining will be done only as per bench system.

8. An amount of about Rs 18lakhs would be spent as per the need assessment carried out in the area to comply with the obligations under Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER). CER project will be done in the first two years of mining operation and the maintanance will done in remaining years. 52<br>
slide53. CONCLUSION The project provides employment opportunities (direct & indirect) to the people of the surrounding area.

Will help in meeting the needs of the infrastructural developmental activities of the region.

Contribute revenue to the government by way of royalty and GST.

Considering the above aspects, request Hon’ble SEAC to recommend Environmental Clearance for the Proposed Granite (Building Stone) Quarry. 53 THANK YOU<br>