ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (AS PER EIA NOTIFICATION, 2006) for AMALGAMATED YEKONA I & II OCP (PHASE-I) Tehsil- Warora, District- Chandrapur Maharashtra (Majri Area, WCL) for Expansion in Production Capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 2.75 MTPA (Normative) and 3.44 MTPA (Peak) & Increase in Land Area from 680.06 ha to 1679.39 ha in Phase-I (Prepared as per TOR J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated 06.06.2016 Extended ToR validity by 1 year i.e. till 06.06.2020 vide MoEF&CC letter dated 21.06.2019) NOVEMBER- 2019 Prepared by CENTRAL MINE PLANNING AND DESIGN INSTITUTE LIMITED (Certificate of Accreditation vide No. NABET/EIA/1720/RA 0092 valid till 01.10.2020) CMPDI/EIA/WCL/2019-20/OCT/92/00
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT &
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (AS PER EIA NOTIFICATION, 2006)
for AMALGAMATED YEKONA I & II OCP (PHASE-I)
Tehsil- Warora, District- Chandrapur Maharashtra
(Majri Area, WCL) for
Expansion in Production Capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 2.75 MTPA (Normative) and 3.44 MTPA (Peak)
& Increase in Land Area from 680.06 ha to 1679.39 ha in Phase-I
(Prepared as per TOR J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated 06.06.2016 Extended ToR validity by 1 year i.e. till 06.06.2020 vide MoEF&CC letter dated 21.06.2019)
NOVEMBER- 2019
Prepared by CENTRAL MINE PLANNING AND DESIGN INSTITUTE LIMITED
(Certificate of Accreditation vide No. NABET/EIA/1720/RA 0092 valid till 01.10.2020)
CMPDI/EIA/WCL/2019-20/OCT/92/00
Submission CMPDI
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC i
SUBMISSION Background Yekona-I opencast coal mine project has been accorded EC for production
capacity of 0.40 MTPA in a lease area of 265.50 ha vide MoEF&CC letter no. J-
project has been accorded EC for production capacity of 0.60 MTPA in a lease
area of 414.56 ha vide MoEF&CC letter no. J-11015/182/2006-IA.II(M) dated
17thOctober 2006. The EC letter of Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC are attached as
Annexure- III & IV respectively. Table 1 Details of previous Environmental Clearance from MoEF&CC
S. No.
Project EC Capacity (MTPA)
Leasehold Area (Ha)
MoEF Letter No
1 Yekona-I OC
0.40 265.50 J-11015/175/ 2006-IA.II(M)
Dated-17 October, 2006
2 Yekona-II OC
0.60 414.56 J-11015/182/2006-IA.II(M)
Dated- 17 October, 2006
Total 1.00 680.06
Project Report of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC However, due to increase in land cost by Maharashtra Govt. & new R&R Policy of
CIL, it was not possible to acquire the land for the two projects within the
sanctioned capital. Considering the demand of power grade coal within the country
and to start the mine economically, a new Project Report was formulated with
amalgamation of common infrastructural facilities with enhanced production
capacity by including the dip side reserves and working both the mines
independently.
The Project Report of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC was duly approved by CIL
Board for normative capacity of 2.75 MTPA and peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA within
area of 1701.32 ha in its 319th meeting held on 12.08.2015 as communicated by
Company Secretary, CIL vide its letter no. CIL:XI(D):04112:2015:10875 dated
26.08.2015. The Board Approval letter of Project Report is attached as Annexure-
V.
Submission CMPDI
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC ii
Obtaining ToR for Preparation of EIA-EMP Report
In order to secure EC in accordance with the EIA Notification 2006, the Form – I
document was submitted to MoEF&CC for obtaining EC for Amalgamated Yekona I
& II OC involving increase in production capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 3.44 MTPA
(peak) and increase in ML area from 680.06 ha to 1701.32 ha based on the
approved Project Report. The proposal was discussed in 47th, 53rd& 55th EAC
(Thermal & Coal Mining) meeting of MoEF&CC and Terms of References (TORs)
was granted vide MoEF&CC vide letter no J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated
06.06.2016.The letter for ToR is attached as Annexure-I.
Public Hearing The Public Hearing for the Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine (production
capacity of 3.44 MTPA (Peak) within area of 1701.32 ha) was conducted
successfully by Maharashtra Pollution Control Board at the project site in Warora
Tehsil, Chandrapur on 14th June, 2019. The Public Hearing was presided by ADM,
Chandrapur and attended by more than 200 people from nearby villages. The
minutes of meeting of Public Hearing are attached as Annexure- VIII. The detailed
Action Taken Report against the issues raised during the Public hearing are
provided in Section 7.2 of this EIA-EMP report. The compliance of issues raised
during the PH are also attached as Annexure- IX.
Extension of ToR Validity Due to delay in conducting Public Hearing and rescheduling of the implementation
of the project, the Final EIA-EMP report could not be submitted within the
prescribed three years’ time frame. Hence, an application for extension for validity
of ToR was submitted to MoEF&CC vide online application no.
IA/MH/CMIN/50208/2016 on 14th April, 2019 in accordance with the Ministry’s OM
dated 29th August, 2017 before expiry of validity period along with updated Form-1.
Subsequently, MoEF&CC accorded approval for extension of validity of ToR dated
6th June, 2016 for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC for the production capacity of
2.75 MTPA (normative) and 3.44 MTPA (peak) in an area of 1701.32 ha for a
period of 1 year i.e. up to 6th June, 2020 vide MoEF&CC letter no J-
11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated 21.06.2019. The letter of extension of validity of
ToR is attached as Annexure-II.
Submission CMPDI
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC iii
Forest Land within ML Area For acquiring the additional land required for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine,
revenue records of the land were collected. According to the revenue records, it
was noticed that grazing land bearing survey nos 26/2, 27, 28/2, 2/1& 2/2 in
Nagala Rith Mouza which were considered as Govt. land in the approved Project
Report are actually recorded as forest land in the revenue records. The forest land
bearing survey nos 26/2, 27, & 28/2 measuring 2.76 ha in Nagala Rith Mouza are
adjacent to the proposed lease boundary of the project and re-appropriation of the
boundary is done excluding these forest land. However, the forest land bearing
survey no. 2/1 and 2/2 in the Nagala Rith mouza measuring 0.62 ha falls in the
middle of proposed external OB dump of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine.
Due to which acquisition of this forest land has become inevitable to have sufficient
external OB dump capacity and sustainability of the mining operations.
Status of Forestry Clearance Process of filing of application for Stage-I forestry clearance is under process.
Project Proponent is in process of collecting necessary documents required for the
Stage-I FC application from the authorities. The application for obtaining minimum
demand certificate from District Collector and application for obtaining NOC from
the Archeological Survey of India have been made as required for obtaining Stage-
I FC. Once the above documents are obtained, the application for Stage-I FC will
be processed.
Mining Plan Excluding Forest land and adjacent non forest land As the Stage–I forestry clearance for the 0.62 ha of forest land is yet to be secured
and with all efforts, the formal Stage – I FC may take time. As country’s coal
demand is outpacing its present production level, it is very essential to open new
projects or enhance the target production of existing mines of WCL.
Now considering the present status of the mine and the surged demand of power
grade coal from WCL mines for the power plants of Maharashtra and the
requirements of MoEF&CC, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land 0.62 Ha
and adjacent non-forest land 21.31Ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has been
prepared as Phase – I. The project will have peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA within
total area of 1679.39 ha in Phase-I. The Mining Plan of Amalgamated Yekona I & II
OC Mine of Majri Area was duly approved by WCL Board for Phase-I in its
Submission CMPDI
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC iv
315thmeeting held on 27th & 28thSeptember, 2019 vide its letter no.
WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019. The Board Approval letter
for Mining Plan (Phase-I) is attached as Annexure-VI.
Present Proposal of EC in Phase-I As per the previously mentioned approved mining plan, this EC application is being
made for obtaining Environment Clearance for expansion in production capacity
from 1.00 MTPA to 3.44 MTPA (Peak) and increasing area from 680.06 ha to
1679.39 ha involving no forest land. The Phase-I is an interim arrangement until
the Stage-I FC for 0.62 ha of forest land is obtained.
Once the Stage-I forestry clearance is obtained, application for Environmental
Clearance for the Phase-II of the project will be made. The Public Hearing and
TOR have been secured for the total land of the project i.e. 1701.32 ha. This EIA-
EMP report has considered impact due to the Phase-I & Phase-II cumulative in
accordance to the ToR dated 06.06.2016. Accordingly, impact assessment study
has been made in this EIA report and Environment Management Plan is being
formulated for the entire ML area of 1701.32 ha.
The proposed arrangement of proceeding ahead with Phase – I (with the
expansion capacity excluding the forest land of 0.62 ha and adjacent non-forest
land of 21.31 ha) is an interim arrangement for a period of at least 6 years and it
will help the project to achieve considerable increase in production to meet the
requirement of the Nation.
Present Status of Mining operation at Yekona – I & Yekona – II OC
The CTE for the Yekona-I OC has been granted by Maharashtra Pollution Control
Board vide consent no BO/RO(P&P)/CC-330 dated 13.03.2006. However, mining
activities could not be started due to delay in physical possession of land. The
application for CTO of Yekona-I OC has been made by Project Proponent on
18.02.2019 for the period of 01.04.2019 to 31.03.2020 (Application no - UAN No.
67296). The application under process at Maharashtra Pollution Control Board.
The mining operations in Yekona-I OC are likely to be commenced before
March’20.
At present mining operations has been started by 26October 2017 within the
Yekona –II OC in accordance with the EC dated 06.10.2006. No coal production
Submission CMPDI
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC v
was achieved during 2017-18 and 0.11 Million Tonne of coal production was
achieved in 2018-19. The Yekona–II OC mine has been granted CTE by
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board vide consent no BO/RO(P&P)/CC-328 dated
13.03.2006 for production capacity of 0.60 MTPA (Attached as Annexure- XIII).
CTO for Yekona-II OC mine for production capacity of 0.60 MTPA within ML area
of 414.56 ha was granted by MPCB vide consent order no:-BO/JD(APC)/EIC No:
CH-1781-15/O/CC-6269 dated 12.05.2016 with validity till 31.08.2020. The CTO of
Yekona-II OC mine is attached as Annexure- XIV.
Certified Compliance Report RO MoEF&CC made Field visit of Yekona I & II OC mine for ascertaining status of
compliance of EC conditions, Nagpur on 26.06.2019. Thereafter, the Regional
Office of MoEF&CC issued the Certified Compliance Report, Nagpur vide letter no.
EC-1016/RON/2019-NGP/5622 dated 19.08.2019. There were zero non-
compliance condition observed against total 36 EC conditions by RO, MoEF&CC.
Six nos of conditions were found to be partially complied, against which action
taken report (ATR) is provided in Section 7.6 of this EIA-EMP report and also
attached as Annexure- XI.
Submission In view of the facts and figures mentioned as above, this EIA-EMP for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OCP (Phase-I) for capacity 3.44 Mty for land area of 1679.39 Ha based on ToR J-11015/381/2015.IA-II(M) dated 06.06.2016 and extended ToR validity till 06.06.2020 and approved Mining Plan dated 12.10.2019 is submitted for grant of EC under EIA notification 2006.
Contents CMPDI
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Contents
SUBMISSION ................................................................................................................ I
COMPLIANCE OF TERMS OF REFERENCE ................................................................... 12
CHAPTER – I .............................................................................................................. 32
12.3.9 IT Services in Mining ........................................................................................... 326
12.3.10 R & D Services................................................................................................... 326 Table 1 Details of previous Environmental Clearance from MoEF&CC ............................ i Table 2 Details of Yekona –I OC and Yekona-II OC .................................................... 32 Table 3Salient features of Earlier Projects vis-à-vis Amalgamated Project .................. 34 Table 4Sources of Data Taken in EMP ........................................................................ 40 Table 5 Sequence of Coal Seams in Yekona-I Block ................................................... 44 Table 6 Sequence of Coal Seams in Yekona-II Block .................................................. 44 Table 7Details of Faults in Yekona-I Block ................................................................... 45 Table 8Details of Faults in Yekona-II Block .................................................................. 46
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Table 9 Quality in Yekona I Block................................................................................. 47 Table 10Quality in Yekona II Block............................................................................... 48 Table 11Quarry boundary of Yekona – I Quarry .......................................................... 49 Table 12Quarry boundary of Yekona – II Quarry ......................................................... 49 Table 13 Seamwise Details of Mineable Reserves (Yekona-I Quarry) ......................... 50 Table 14Seamwise Details of Mineable Reserves (Yekona-II Quarry) ......................... 51 Table 15Mine parameters of proposed Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC ..................... 51 Table 16Quarry & Sub-Quarry Wise Coal, OB& Stripping Ratio .................................. 54 Table 17 Different Quarry Cuts and their extent along the floor of bottom section ....... 54 Table 18Cut-wise Coal, OB & Stripping Ratio .............................................................. 54 Table 19Dump Capacities of different OB Dumps ........................................................ 57 Table 20Calendar Programmed of Excavation (for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC) .. 58 Table 21Year-Wise Dumping Schedule ....................................................................... 60 Table 22 Water Demand for Project Site ...................................................................... 63 Table 23 Seasonal Wind Distribution ........................................................................... 73 Table 24Abstract of Meteorological Data ..................................................................... 74 Table 25Measurement Techniques .............................................................................. 81 Table 26 Sampling Location for Air Quality Monitoring................................................. 82 Table 27Location & Justification for Selection of AAQ Stations ................................... 83 Table 28Monitored Parameters and Frequency Of Sampling ...................................... 84 Table 29 Ambient Air Quality Data Yekona Village ...................................................... 84 Table 30Sampling locations for water quality analysis ................................................. 95 Table 31 Physico-chemical Characteristics of Ground Water Samples ........................ 96 Table 32 Ground Water Quality at a Glance in Comparison to Permissible Limits ....... 97 Table 33Physico-chemical Characteristics of Surface Water Quality ........................... 99 Table 34 Surface Water Characteristics Wardha River ...............................................100 Table 35Type of aquifers in the study area .................................................................102 Table 36Range of water level (2018) in core and buffer zone of study area ...............105 Table 37Water Level Fluctuation of the Study Area ....................................................105 Table 38Aquifer Parameters for Amalgamated Yekona-I and II OC Mine ...................107 Table 39Gross Groundwater Draft for ‘All Uses’ .........................................................107 Table 40Rainfall Recharge in the study area by Rainfall infiltration method during monsoon and non-monsoon season ...........................................................................................108 Table 41Rainfall Recharge in the study area by Water Table Fluctuation Method during monsoon season .........................................................................................................108 Table 42 Rainfall Recharge during Monsoon season after comparing results from Water Table Fluctuation Method and Rainfall Infiltration Factor Method during monsoon season ....................................................................................................................................109 Table 43Net Groundwater Availability in the study area ..............................................109 Table 44Stage of Groundwater Extraction in the study area .......................................110 Table 45 Groundwater Quality of Marda Village ..........................................................112 Table 46Seasonal Ambient Noise Level Data during Day Time ..................................114 Table 47Seasonal Ambient Noise Level Data during Night Time ................................114 Table 48 Noise Quality Standard ................................................................................116 Table 49Sampling Location for Soil Quality Assessment ............................................118 Table 50 Characteristics of Soil - Core Zone ...............................................................118 Table 51 Characteristics of Soil - Marda Village ..........................................................119 Table 52 Soil Fertility Quality Standard w.r.t C:N:P:K ..................................................119 Table 53 Characteristics of Soil - Wanoja Village ........................................................120 Table 54List of tree species observed in the core zone ..............................................127 Table 55List of herb and shrub species observed in the Core zone ............................129
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Table 56List of grasses/ climbers/ bamboo species observed in the Core zone .........130 Table 57List of tree species observed in the study area (Buffer zone) ........................131 Table 58List of herb and shrub species observed in the study area (Buffer zone) ......133 Table 59 List of grasses/ climbers/ bamboo species observed ...................................135 Table 60List of Agriculture crops observed in the study area ......................................136 Table 61List of Cash (Commercial) Crops in Buffer Zone ...........................................137 Table 62Aquatic plants of Buffer zone.........................................................................138 Table 63List of ecologically important plant species observed in the Buffer zone .......138 Table 64List of mammals observed in the core zone ..................................................140 Table 65List of mammals observed in the study area (Buffer zone) ...........................141 Table 66List of reptiles and amphibians observed in the core zone ............................142 Table 67List of reptiles and amphibians observed in the study area (Buffer zone) .....143 Table 68List of bird species observed in the core zone...............................................147 Table 69List of bird species observed in the study area (Buffer zone) ........................149 Table 70 Aquatic Fauna in Study Area ........................................................................154 Table 71Social Profile .................................................................................................160 Table 72Literacy Level ................................................................................................162 Table 73Population Classification ...............................................................................164 Table 74 Population classification based on Occupation ............................................165 Table 75 Potential Sources of Air Pollution .................................................................182 Table 76Mitigation Measures ......................................................................................192 Table 77 Plantation by Majri Area as on 31.03.2019 ...................................................199 Table 78Dust collection efficiency of various herbs, shrubs and trees ........................200 Table 79Various air pollution control measures ..........................................................202 Table 80Anticipated Impact of Mining on Water Resources ........................................204 Table 81Mine Inflow Estimation for Amalgamated Yekona-I and II OC Mine ..............209 Table 82 Radius of Influence estimation for Amalgamated Yekona-I and II OC Mine .211 Table 83Equipment and their Noise Level ...................................................................215 Table 84Noise Quality Standards; ...............................................................................216 Table 85Noise Exposure level standards ....................................................................216 Table 86 Peak Particle velocity Limits .........................................................................218 Table 87Safe Blast Vibration Level (Published in RI-8507 of 1988) ............................219 Table 88 Permissible Standards of Vibration Vide DGMS (Tech.) Circular .................219 Table 89Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC (Phase-I) ..................................................................................................................................221 Table 90Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC...221 Table 91 The Land Use During the Mining ..................................................................221 Table 92 Land use at the end of the mine ..................................................................221 Table 93Stage-wise Land use and Reclamation Area (ha) .........................................222 Table 94Stage-wise cumulative plantation ..................................................................223 Table 95Annual Corpus Fund to be deposited in Escrow Account ..............................227 Table 96Activity wise Break-up of Closure Cost ..........................................................229 Table 97Environmental Monitoring Programme ..........................................................238 Table 98Summary of compliance of issues raised during Public Hearing ...................267 Table 99 Standard for General Lighting ......................................................................273 Table 100 Rehabilitation Cost .....................................................................................276 Table 101R& R Policy of Coal India Limited ................................................................277 Table 102 Skill development training under CSR Works in Majri Area 2019-2020 ......286 Table 103 Summary of Medical Camps Organised for PAPs in 2018-19 ....................289 Table 104Future CSR activities to be taken up in Majri area ......................................292 Table 105Organisation for Environment Management ................................................295
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Table 106 Capital Requirement for Environmental Protection Measures ..................296 Table 107 Sampling locations for water quality analysis .............................................306 Table 108Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC (Phase-I) .....................................................................................................................307 Table 109Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC.308 Table 110 Environmental services ..............................................................................322 Table 111 Beneficiation services .................................................................................323 Table 112 Management services ................................................................................323 Table 113 Specialized services ...................................................................................324 Table 114 Laboratory services ....................................................................................325
LIST OF ANNEXURES
Annexure No.
PARTICULARS Page No
I TOR issued by MOEF&CC vide letter dated 06.06.2016
A1/1 – A1/10
II ToR Extension Letter by MoEF&CC vide letter dated 21.06.2019
A2/1
III Environment Clearance letter issued by MoEF&CC for Yekona-I OC dated 17.10.2006
A3/1 - A3/5
IV Environment Clearance letter issued by MoEF&CC for Yekona-II OC dated 17.10.2006
A4/1 – A4/5
V Board Approval Letter for Project Report, 2015 (By WCL Board dated 21.08.2015 and by CIL Board dated 26.08.2019)
A5/1 – A5/3
VI The Mining Plan approval by WCL Board for Phase-I in its 315thmeeting held on 27th& 28thSeptember, 2019 vide its letter no. WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019.
A6/1
VII Advertisement Notice for conducting Public Hearing in Newspaper dated 09.05.2019
A7/1 – A7/3
VIII Minutes of Public Hearing in English and Marathi held on 14.06.2019
A8/1 – A8/29
VIII (a) Attendance Sheet of Public Hearing A8(a)/1 – A8(a)12
IX Action taken report against the issues raised during Public Hearing along with budget provision and timeline.
A9/1- A9/24
X Certified Compliance Report against existing EC of Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC from RO,
A10/1 – A10/19
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MoEF&CC, Nagpur dated 19.08.2019
XI ATR submitted against the partially complied conditions noted in Certified Compliance Report by RO, MoEF&CC, Nagpur vide letter from Majri Area, WCL dated 23.08.2019
A11/1 – A11/4
XII Consent to Establish for Yekona-I OC mine obtained from Maharashtra Pollution Control Board vide consent no BO/RO(P&P)/CC-330 dated 13.03.2006
A12/1 – A12/4
XIII Consent to Establish for Yekona-II OC mine obtained from Maharashtra Pollution Control Board vide consent no BO/RO(P&P)/CC-328 dated 13.03.2006
A13/1 – A13/4
XIV Consent to Operate for Yekona-II OC mine for production capacity of 0.60 MTPA within ML area of 414.56 ha granted by MPCB vide consent order no:-BO/JD(APC)/EIC No: CH-1781-15/O/CC-6269 dated 12.05.2016 with validity till 31.08.2020
A14/1 – A14/8
XV Form-V (Environment Statement) of Yekona-II OC Mine, 2018-19 submitted to MPCB online portal vide unique application number MPCB-ENVIRONMENT_STATEMENT-0000017923 dated 08.09.2019
A15/1 – A15/3
XVI Status of Application as on 09.10.19 for Issue of NOC to Abstract Ground Water (NOCAP) from CGWA (Recommended by RO, CGWA, Nagpur to CGWA, New Delhi)
A16/1 – A16/2
XVII Status of CSR Activities in Majri Area for previous 3 years.
A17
XVIII Corporate Environment Policy, 2018 of Coal India Limited (Ratified by WCL Board)
A18/1 – A18/9
LIST OF PLATES Plate-I Location Plan
Plate-II Toposheet Plan Core and Buffer Zone
Plate-III Toposheet Plan Core Zone
Plate –IIIA Features within Core Zone
Plate- IV Revenue Plan of the Core Zone
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Plate- V Land use map of core and buffer zone of Amalgamated Yekona I &
II OC based on recent Satellite data IRS-R2-L4FX of the year 2019
Plate- VI Quarry and Surface Layout Plan
Plate- VII Post Mining Land Use Plan
Plate- VIII Cross-section Plan
Plate- IX Drainage Plan of the Core and Buffer Zone
Plate- X Plan showing locations of Baseline Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
stations
Plate-XI Plan showing locations of Baseline Water Quality Monitoring
stations
Plate- XII Plan Showing locations of Baseline Noise Quality Monitoring
Stations
Plate XIII Plan Showing locations of Soil monitoring stations
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COMPLIANCE OF TERMS OF REFERENCE Ref.:- MOEF’s letter no. J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated 06.06.2016
Sr. No.
TOR Condition Compliance
Specific TOR conditions Additional scope of work/study in respect of the following: 1 Diversion of irrigation canal The irrigation canal passes
through the proposed quarry area, hence it is necessary to divert along the mine boundary. Existing length of irrigation canal proposed to be diverted is approx 6 kms within the ML Area. Diverted length of the canal will be approx 3.5 kms.
The entire area affected due to diversion will be used for the mining purpose i.e. for proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC.
The canal is being diverted in such a way that there will be no effect on downstream users. In fact, quantum of water will increase in downstream as around 1600 ha land through which canal is passing is to be acquired for the mining.
The provision of Rs 50.0 Lakh has been made in the approved Project Report for diversion of irrigation canal.
The shortest possible and feasible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan.
The diversion will be required by 2nd year of mine life.
Necessary permission will be obtained from irrigation department before proposed diversion.
The proposed route of diversion
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shown in Plate –VI (Surface Layout Plan).
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22.1 (Diversion of Irrigation canal).
2 Diversion of part of PWD road from Wanoja to Marda, Warora to Madhari and Marda to Yekona
Due to proximity to Warora town, many villages are settled in nearby area.
These villages are well connected by road network. Part of PWD road from Wanoja to Marda, Warora to madhari and Marda to Yekona is proposed for diversion.
The roads are either passing over the quarry area or over the land proposed for external OB dumping.
A major PWD road from Warora to Madhari is passing through the proposed quarry of Yekona I hence, it is necessary to divert the road for mining operation of project.
This road is being diverted along the northern boundary in such a way that it have minimum effect on local transportation.
The shortest possible and feasible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan.
Total provision of 8.90 crores rupees has been made for proposed diversion. Necessary permission will be acquired from the competent authority for the proposed diversion.
Existing length of PWD road from Warora to Madhari is 3.2 kms. The diverted road length
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will be 5.8 kms along the mine boundary.
For diversion of PWD road from Warora to Madhari provision of Rs. 8.90 crore has been made.
Another PWD road from Wanoja to Marda and Marda to Yekona road is passing through the quarry area and proposed infrastructure hence it is required to be dismantled and diverted around the mine boundary.
Existing length of Wanoja to Marda the road is 1.9 kms. Diverted length of the road will be 1.6 kms.
The roads will be diverted along the mine boundary. The provision of Rs 2.83 Crore has been made in the approved Project Report for the diversions of road from Wanoja to Marda and Marda to Yekona.
The proposed route of diversion shown in Plate –VI (Surface Layout Plan).
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22.2 (Diversion of PWD Road).
3 Diversion of water pipeline Water pipe line of Maharashtra Government for water supply from Yekona village to Wanoja village passes through proposed Yekona I Quarry area, hence it is proposed to be diverted.
The proposed diversion will be along the diverted PWD road along the northern boundary of the project.
The shortest possible and
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feasible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan.
The provision of Rs 1.0 crore rupees has been made for proposed diversion.
Necessary permission will be acquired from the competent authority for the proposed diversion.
The existing length of water pipeline is 5.6 kms. The diverted length will be 8.7 kms along the diverted road.
The proposed route of diversion shown in Plate –VI (Surface Layout Plan).
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22.3 (Diversion of Water Pipeline).
4 Diversion of nallah The nallah passes over the proposed external OB dump of the Yekona-I quarry.
The proposed external dump of Yekona I quarry is on northern side of the quarry on non coal bearing area.
The initial quantity of external OB is high in quarry-2 because of existing geo mining condition (the width of quarry on the rise side is less hence internal dumping is not possible till first 6 year of quarry working).
Hence the nallah proposed to be diverted along the mine boundary.
The shortest possible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan.
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Provision of Rs 4.78 Crore has been made for the proposed diversion of Nallah.
The proposed route of diversion shown in Plate –VI (Surface Layout Plan).
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22.4 (Diversion of Nallah).
5 The feasibility study should come out with alternative routes, the basic design and cost of such diversion works.
The shortest possible and feasible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan. The design parameters will be as per the approval of concerned departments of State Government. The direction from the approval authority will be followed during final diversion of all surface features.
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22 (Diversion of Surface Features)
The diverted route which were feasible, minimum length and economical are being finalised.
6 Transport of Coal from CHP to siding by belt conveyor and silo/pre weigh bin loading for cleaner environment
The feasibility of conveyor belt transport was studied. It was observed that straight alignment of belt conveyor from CHP to Railway Siding is not feasible. Multiple discharge point will be required for coal transportation hence increasing pollution and cost of the project.
A financial provision of Rs 40.00 crores and Provision for 30ha of land has been made in approved Project Report for construction of railway siding for the proposed mine.
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Entire coal transport route from CHP to Railway Siding will be black topped and regular water sprinkling will be carried out through fixed and mobile water sprinklers.
A green belt will be formed along the coal transport route to control the dust generated from the road.
Regular maintenance of the road will be done to ensure potholes free road. Thus reducing dust generation.
Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.16 (Coal Transport Route and railway Siding)
7 Sequential mining to reduce land degradation due to large area for external OB dump and void with depth of 150m.
The mining plan has been formulated ensuring sequential mining. Also external dumping is proposed over the quarry area which will be rehandled to quarry void.
Entire mining area is divided in 2 quarries namely Yekona-I quarry & Yekona-II quarry. These two quarries are further divided into 2 sub quarries to maximize internal backfilling.
In both the quarries, initial OB is proposed to be dumped externally. As soon as space is available inside the quarry, OB is dumped internally.
This strategy helps in reducing the external dumping, thereby reducing land requirement.
In this way internal dumping has been maximized and about 70.73% Overburden is proposed to be accommodated within the
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Internal Dumps. Three OB dumps are proposed
to be rehandled during the mine life, thus saving atleast 100 ha of land degradation due to external OB dump.
It is also necessary to avoid internal dumping in the dip side considering the future mining potential for further deepening in the both quarries.
Detailed mine planning considering sequential mining to reduce land degradation is given in Chapter 2 section 2.8 (Mining Strategy)
Generic TOR for an opencast coalmine project 1 An EIA-EMP Report shall be prepared for......
MTPA rated capacity in an ML/project area of.....ha based on the generic structure specified in Appendix III of the EIA Notification, 2006.
Complied This EIA-EMP has been prepared based on generic structure as specified in Appendix III EIA Notification 2006.
2 An EIA-EMP Report would be prepared for..... MTPA rated capacity to cover the impacts and environment management plan for the project specific activities on the environment of the region, and the environmental quality encompassing air, water, land, biotic community, etc. through collection of data and information, generation of data on impacts including prediction modeling for..... MTPA of coal production based on approved project/Mining Plan for.....MTPA. Baseline data collection can be for any season (three months) except monsoon.
Complied The EIA-EMP report has been prepared for peak production capacity of 3.44 MTPA with area of 1701.32ha (Phase-I & Phase-II). However, the present application is for Phase-I of the project excluding forest land and non-forest land (for maintaining mine geometry) for an area of 1679.39 ha. Baseline data of air, water, noise, soil, flora & fauna and socio-economic has been generated in Post-Monsoon Season, 2016. It is incorporated in Chapter- III. Air Quality prediction Modelling for peak production capacity of 3.44 MTPA has been conducted. It is incorporated in Chapter-IV.
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3 A toposheet specifying locations of the State, District and Project site should be provided.
Complied The map showing the project location specifying the State & district has been attached in as Plate – I (Location Plan) and Plate – II (Toposheet Plan)
4 A Study area map of the core zone (project area) and 10 km area of the buffer zone (1: 50,000 scale) clearly delineating the major topographical features such as the land use, surface drainage pattern including rivers/streams/nallahs/canals, locations of human habitations, major constructions including railways, roads, pipelines, major industries/mines and other polluting sources. In case of ecologically sensitive areas such as Biosphere Reserves/National Parks/WL Sanctuaries/ Elephant Reserves, forests (Reserved/Protected), migratory corridors of fauna, and areas where endangered fauna and plants of medicinal and economic importance found in the 15 km study area should be given.
Complied There is no ecologically sensitive areas such as Biosphere Reserves / National Parks / WL Sanctuaries / Elephant Reserves, forests (Reserved/Protected), plants of medicinal and economic importance are found in the 15 km area of the buffer zone, however the study area map showing core Zone and Buffer Zone (10 km) clearly delineating the major topographical features such as the land use, surface drainage of rivers / streams / Nalas / canals, Locations of human habitations, major constructions including railways, roads, pipelines, major industries/mines and other polluting sources has been attached as Plate – II (Toposheet Plan). The Wardha River flows through the South-Western boundary of the Project. The mine boundary is stretched upto the River. A safety distance of 100 meters have been kept from the quarry. A minimum distance of 100 meters have been kept from the quarry. The external OB dump proposed is 170 m away from the Wardha River. Distance of 60 meters will be maintained from the Daiwal nallah flowing along the north west boundary of the project. Daiwal nallah is a seasonal naalah and a tributary of
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5 Land use map (1: 50,000 scale) based on a recent satellite imagery of the study area may also be provided with explanatory note on the land use.
The land use map based on a recent satellite imagerybased on recent Satellite data IRS-R2-L4FX of the year 2019 of the study area with explanatory note of the land use is attached Plate-V. The land involved in project is mostly agricultural land.
6 Map showing the core zone delineating the agricultural land (irrigated and un-irrigated, uncultivable land as defined in the revenue records, forest areas (as per records), along with other physical features such as water bodies, etc should be furnished.
Complied The map of the core zone showing the proposed mining area has been attached as Plate – III. The land is mostly agricultural land and there is no forestland involved in the Phase-I of the project. In phase-II, 0.62 ha of forest land is involved.
7 A contour map showing the area drainage of the core zone and 25 km of the study area (where the water courses of the core zone ultimately join the major rivers/streams outside the lease/project area) should also be clearly indicated in the separate map.
Complied A contour map showing the area drainage of the core zone and buffer zone is shown in Plate – IX. The water course of the core zone ultimately joins the Wardha river flowing along the project boundary in south east.
8 A detailed Site plan of the mine showing the proposed break-up of the land for mining operations such as the quarry area, OB dumps, green belt, safety zone, buildings, infrastructure, CHP, ETP, Stockyard, township/colony (within and adjacent to the ML), undisturbed area -if any, and landscape features such as existing roads, drains/natural water bodies to be left undisturbed along with any natural drainage adjoining the lease /project areas, and modification of thereof in terms of construction of embankments/bunds, proposed diversion/re-channeling of the water courses, etc., approach roads, major haul roads, etc should be indicated.
Complied The Quarry and Surface Layout Plan of the site showing all the details has been enclosed as Plate- VI (Quarry and Surface Layout Plan).
9 In case of any proposed diversion of nallah/canal/river, the proposed route of diversion /modification of drainage and their
A seasonal nallah and an irrigation canal are proposed to be diverted and the same has been shown on
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realignment, construction of embankment etc. should also be shown on the map as per the approval of Irrigation and flood control Department of the concerned state.
Plate – VI (Quarry and Surface Layout Plan). The nallah passes over the proposed external OB dump of the Yekona-I quarry. Hence it is proposed to be diverted along the mine boundary. Provision of Rs 4.78 Crore has been made for the proposed diversion of Nallah. The irrigation canal passes through the proposed quarry area, hence it is necessary to divert along the mine boundary. The provision of Rs 50.0 Lakh has been made in the approved Project Report for diversion of irrigation canal. Approval of Irrigation and flood control Department of the Maharashtra state will be obtained before diversion of Nallah and Canal. Details provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22 (Diversion of Surface Features)
10 Similarly, if the project involves diversion of any road/railway line passing through the ML/project area, the proposed route of diversion and its realignment should be shown in the map along with the status of the approval of the competent authority.
Part diversion of P.W.D Road from Wanoja to Marda, Warora to Madhari, and Marda to Yekona village is to be done. The road are either passing over the quarry area or over the land proposed for external OB dumping. The roads will be diverted along the mine boundary. The provision of Rs 2.83 Crore has been made in the approved Project Report for the diversions of the Road. For diversion of PWD road from Warora to Madhari provision of Rs. 8.90 crore has been made. . Proposed route of diversion and its
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alignment has been shown upon Plate – VI (Quarry and Surface Layout Plan). Applicable approvals will be obtained prior to diversion. Details are provided in Chapter II, Section 2.22 (Diversion of Surface Features)
11 Break up of lease/project area as per different land uses and their stage of acquisition should be provided.
Break up of present land use has been given in chapter – IV, Section 4.6 (Impact on Land). Till date 675.85 ha of land has been acquired for the project. Balance land will be acquired within next 2 years.
12 Break-up of lease/project area as per mining plan should be provided.
Break up of project area has been given in chapter – IV, Section 4.6 (Impact on Land).
13 Impact of changes in the land use due to the project if the land is predominantly agricultural land/forestland/grazing land, should be provided.
Impact of changes in the land use due to the project has been given in chapter – IV, Section 4.6 (Impact on Land). The agriculture land is proposed to be utilised for the mining operations such as quarry, OB dumping, construction of infrastructure, etc.
14 One-season (other than monsoon) primary baseline data on environmental quality - air (PM10, PM2.5, SOx, NOx and heavy metals such as Hg, Pb, Cr, As, etc), noise, water (surface and groundwater), soil - along with one-season met data coinciding with the same season for AAQ collection period should be provided.
The one-season air (PM10, PM2.5, SOx, NOx and heavy metals such as Hg, Pb, Cr, As, etc), noise, water (surface and groundwater), soil - along with one-season met data coinciding for AAQ has been generated in post-monsoon season, 2016. Baseline data is detailed in Chapter – III (Description of Environment).
15 Map (1: 50, 000 scale) of the study area (core and buffer zone) showing the location of various sampling stations superimposed with location of
Map showing location of baseline sampling is attached as Plate X. Monitoring stations have been
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habitats, other industries/mines, polluting sources, should be provided. The number and location of the sampling stations in both core and buffer zones should be selected on the basis of size of lease/project area, the proposed impacts in the downwind (air)/downstream (surface water)/groundwater regime (based on flow). One station should be in the upwind/upstream/non-impact/non-polluting area as a control station. The monitoring should be as per CPCB guidelines and parameters for water testing for both ground water and surface water as per ISI standards and CPCB classification wherever applicable. Observed values should be provided along with the specified standards.
selected and monitoring is being carried out on the basis of guidelines laid out by CPCB. Baseline values as observed in post-monsoon season, 2016 has been provided in chapter – III (Description of Environment)
16 Study on the existing flora and fauna in the study area (10km) should be carried out by an institution of relevant discipline. The list of flora and fauna duly authenticated separately for the core and study area and a statement clearly specifying whether the study area forms a part of the migratory corridor of any endangered fauna should be given. If the study area has endangered flora and fauna, or if the area is occasionally visited or used as a habitat by Schedule-I species, or if the project falls within 15 km of an ecologically sensitive area, or used as a migratory corridor then a Comprehensive Conservation Plan along with the appropriate budgetary provision should be prepared and submitted with EIA-EMP Report; and comments/observation from the CWLW of the State Govt. should also be obtained and furnished.
Baseline data of Flora and Fauna has been generated in post-monsoon season, 2016. The same has been given in chapter – III (Description of Environment) this report. Two schedule-I species Great India Bustard and Indian pied hornbill were recorded within the buffer zone. Comprehensive Conservation Plan for the schedule-I species is being prepared.
17 Details of mineral reserves, geological status of the study area and the seams to be worked, ultimate working depth and progressive stage-wise working scheme until the end of mine life should be provided on the basis of the approved rated capacity and calendar plans of production from the approved Mining Plan. Geological maps and sections should be included. The Progressive mine development and Conceptual Final Mine Closure Plan should also be shown in figures. Details of mine plan and mine closure
Details of mineral reserves and various geo-mining parameters are given in chapter – II (Project Description). Relevant plans are attached as Plate – VI (Quarry and Surface Layout Plan) and Plate – VII (Post Mining Land use Plan). The Project Report for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC has been approved by CIL Board
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plan approval of Competent Authority should be furnished for green field and expansion projects.
on 12.08.2015 with additional capital investment of Rs727.2816 Crores on total hiring option. Mine closure is an integral part of the Project Report and approved along with Project Report. Board approval Letter attached as Annexure - V. The Mining Plan of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC Mine of Majri Area was duly approved by WCL Board for Phase-I in its 315th meeting held on 27th & 28th September, 2019 vide its letter no. WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019. The Board approval letter for Phase-I of the project is attached as Annexure-VI.
18 Details of mining methods, technology, equipment to be used, etc., rationale for selection of specified technology and equipment proposed to be used vis-à-vis the potential impacts should be provided.
Relevant information is given in chapter – II (Project Description), sections 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9, 2.10.
19 Impact of mining on hydrology, modification of natural drainage, diversion and channeling of the existing rivers/water courses flowing though the ML and adjoining the lease/project and the impact on the existing users and impacts of mining operations thereon.
Impacts have been detailed in chapter – IV(Anticipated Impact and Mitigation Measures), para 4.2 and 4.3
20 Detailed water balance should be provided. The break-up of water requirement for the various mine operations should be given separately.
Details water balance has been given in Chapter – III, Section3.5.5 (Ground water resources in the Area), water requirement has been given in Chapter – II, Section 2.13 (Water Supply and Sewerage)
21 Source of water for use in mine, sanction of the Competent Authority in the State Govt. and impacts vis-à-vis the competing users in the upstream and downstream of the project site should be given.
For project site, mine water and sub-soil water has been envisaged as the source of water. The water demand for dust suppression, cleaning of equipment’s etc is to be
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met through the mine water. Detailed in Chapter – II, Section 2.13 In order to obtain NOC from CGWA, for ground water abstraction from Amalgamated Yekona-I and II OC Mine, application for the same has been made via application no. 21-4/1001/MH/MIN/2017on 25.04.17. Currently, the application has been recommended from CGWB, Central Region, Nagpur to CGWA, New Delhi.
22 Impact of mining and water abstraction from the mine on the hydrogeology and groundwater regime within the core zone and 10 km buffer zone including long-term monitoring measures should be provided. Details of rainwater harvesting and measures for recharge of groundwater should be reflected in case there is a declining trend of groundwater availability and/or if the area falls within dark/grey zone.
Impact on hydrogeological Regime along with rainwater harvesting and measures has been given in Chapter – IV, Para 4.3 This is a proposed expansion and amalgamation of Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC. Yekona-II OC mine has started operating since 2017. Regular groundwater level monitoring is being carried out for the project.
23 Impact of blasting, noise and vibrations should be given.
Relevant information is given in Chapter – II, Section 2.12 (Drilling and Blasting) Chapter – IV, Section 4.4 (Noise Quality), Section 4.5 (Vibration Study and Control)
24 Impacts of mining on the AAQ and predictions based on modeling using the ISCST-3 (Revised) or latest model should be provided.
Air Quality Impact prediction modeling has been done with AERMOD software, which is detailed at para 4.1 of chapter – IV (Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Measures)
25 Impacts of mineral transportation within the mining area and outside the lease/project along with flow-chart indicating the specific areas generating fugitive emissions should be
Impact on environmental quality due to mineral transportation within the mining area and outside the lease/project along with flow-chart
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provided. Impacts of transportation, handling, transfer of mineral and waste on air quality, generation of effluents from workshop etc, management plan for maintenance of HEMM and other machinery/equipment should be given. Details of various facilities such as rest areas and canteen for workers and effluents/pollution load emanating from these activities should also be provided.
indicating the specific areas generating fugitive emissions has been detailed in Chapter – IV (Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Measures) Section 4.1 (Air Environment)
26 Effort be made to reduce/eliminate road transport of coal inside and outside mine and for mechanized loading of coal through CHP/ Silo into wagons and trucks/tippers.
Railway siding with capital investment of 40 crores has proposed for the coal evacuation. This will minimize the coal transportation through road. Provision of 30 ha of land for Railway Siding has been made in the approved Project Report.
27 Details of waste OB and topsoil generated as per the approved calendar programme, and their management shown in figures as well explanatory notes tables giving progressive development and mine closure plan, green belt development, backfilling programme and conceptual post mining land use should be given. OB dump heights and terracing based on slope stability studies with a max of 280 angle as the ultimate slope should be given. Sections of final dumps (both longitudinal and cross section) with relation to the adjacent area should be shown.
Relevant information has been given in Chapter – II, Section 2.9 (Dumping Strategy), Section 2.11 (Calendar Programme of Excavation) Chapter IV, Section 4.6 (Impact on Land) Sections given in Plate- VIII. The dumping strategy is also provided in compliance of ToR condition 28.
28 Efforts be made for maximizing progressive internal dumping of O.B., sequential mining, external dump on coal bearing area and later rehandling into the mine void to reduce land degradation.
Entire mining area is divided in 2 quarries namely Yekona-I quarry & Yekona-II quarry. These two quarries are further divided into 2 sub quarries to maximize internal backfilling. In both the quarries, initial OB is proposed to be dumped externally. As soon as space is available inside the quarry, OB is dumped internally. This strategy helps in reducing the external dumping, thereby reducing land requirement. In this
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way internal dumping has been maximized and about 70.73% Overburden is proposed to be accommodated within the Internal Dumps. It is also necessary to avoid internal dumping in the dip side considering the future mining potential for further deepening in the both quarries. Detailed mine planning considering sequential mining to reduce land degradation is given in Chapter II section 2.8 (Mining Strategy), Section 2.9 (Dumping strategy)
29 Impact of change in land use due to mining operations and plan for restoration of the mined area to its original land use should be provided.
Chapter IV, Section 4.6 (Impact on Land), Section 4.7 (Mine Closure Plan) Land reclamation activities included in mine closure plan along with necessary provisions.
30 Progressive Green belt and ecological restoration /afforestation plan (both in text, figures and in the tabular form as per the format of MoEF&CC given below) and selection of species (native) based on original survey/land-use should be given.
Relevant information as per the format of MoEF&CC has been given in chapter – IV, Section 4.1 (Air Environment) and Section 4.6 (Impact on Land).
31 Conceptual Final Mine Closure Plan and post mining land use and restoration of land/habitat to the pre- mining status should be provided. A Plan for the ecological restoration of the mined out area and post mining land use should be prepared with detailed cost provisions. Impact and management of wastes and issues of re-handling (wherever applicable) and backfilling and progressive mine closure and reclamation should be furnished.
Mine closure plan is an integral part of Project report which is duly approved by competent authority with all necessary provisions. Details provided in Chapter IV Section 4.7 (Mine Closure Plan). Details of post mining land use given in Section 4.6 (Impact on land)
32 Flow chart of water balance should be provided. Treatment of effluents from workshop, township, domestic wastewater, mine water discharge, etc. should be provided. Details of STP in colony and ETP in mine should be given. Recycling of water
Water Balance has been given in chapter – III (Description of Environment) Section3.5.5 (Ground Water Quality). Sedimentation tank is under
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to the maximum possible extent should be done. operation. ETP is likely to install by December, 2019. The provision for STP will be made by Project Proponent for the treatment of colony sewerage. Details provided in chapter-IV, Section 4.2
33 Occupational health issues. Baseline data on the health of the population in the impact zone and measures for occupational health and safety of the personnel and manpower in the mine should be given.
Baseline of Socio-Economic status within study area has been made in post-monsoon season, 2016. It is given in Chapter III, Section 3.8 (Socio-economic Scenario).
34 Risk Assessment and Disaster Preparedness and Management Plan should be provided.
Risk Assessment and Disaster Preparedness and Management Plan incorporated in chapter – VII (Additional studies), Section 7.3.
35 Integration of the Env. Management Plan with measures for minimizing use of natural resources - water, land, energy, etc. should be carried out.
Relevant information has been given in chapter – X (Environment Management Plan).
36 Cost of EMP (capital and recurring) should be included in the project cost and for progressive and final mine closure plan.
Cost for Environment Management is given in Chapter X, Section 10.3 (Environmental Cost Project) based on the approved Project Report.
37 Details of R&R. Detailed project specific R&R Plan with data on the existing socio-economic status of the population (including tribals, SC/ST, BPL families) found in the study area and broad plan for resettlement of the displaced population, site for the resettlement colony, alternate livelihood concerns/employment for the displaced people, civic and housing amenities being offered, etc and costs along with the schedule of the implementation of the R&R Plan should be given.
Project envisages R&R of Marda village. Details provided in chapter – VII (Additional Studies), Section 7.4 (Rehabilitation and Resettlement)
38 CSR Plan along with details of villages and specific budgetary provisions (capital and recurring) for specific activities over the life of the project should be given.
As per extant CSR Policy 2% of last three years average net profit OR Rs 2/tonne of company production, whichever is higher will be used for social and economic upliftment. CSR details of previous three
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years for Majri Area, WCL given as Annexure- XVII.
39 Corporate Environment Responsibility: a) The Company must have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by the Board of Directors. b) The Environment Policy must prescribe for standard operating process/procedures to bring into focus any infringements/deviation/violation of the environmental or forest norms/conditions. c) The hierarchical system or Administrative Order of the company to deal with environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the environmental clearance conditions must be furnished. d) To have proper checks and balances, the company should have a well laid down system of reporting of non-compliances/violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the company and/or shareholders or stakeholders at large.
Coal India has a very well laid Corporate Environmental policy. Western Coalfields Limited, Being a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, subscribes to the same policy. The policy. The hierarchical system or Administrative Order of the company to deal with environmental issues is given in Chapter – X Section 10.2 (Monitoring Organisation) The CER policy, 2018 of CIL has been duly accepted & ratified by WCL Board. The CER Policy, 2018 of CIL is attached as Annexure-XVIII. Regarding checks and balances an internal monitoring mechanism system has recently developed. This involves self-monitoring& reporting by each Area (Administrative units of WCL) and simultaneously submission to company HQ. The final report thus complied will be reviewed every quarter at corporate level for appraisal to the Company Board.
41 Details on Public Hearing should cover the information relating to notices issued in the newspaper, proceedings/minutes of Public Hearing, the points raised by the general public and commitments made by the proponent and the action proposed with budgets in suitable time frame. These details should be presented in a tabular form. If the Public Hearing is in the regional language, an authenticated English Translation of the same should be provided.
The Public Hearing for the Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine (production capacity of 3.44 MTPA (Peak) within area of 1701.32 ha) was conducted successfully by State Pollution Control Board, Maharashtra at the project site located near Marda Village, Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur on 14thJune, 2019. The Public Hearing was presided by ADM,
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Chandrapur and attended by more than 200 people from nearby villages. The minutes of meeting of Public Hearing are attached as Annexure- VIII. The compliance of issues raised during the Public hearing is attached as Annexure- IX. The details are provided in Chapter-7, Section 7.2
42 In built mechanism of self-monitoring of compliance of environmental regulations should be indicated.
For self-monitoring of compliance of environmental regulations, a well laid mechanism is in place which is detailed in Chapter – X (Environment Management Plan) Section 10.2 (Monitoring Organisation) An internal monitoring mechanism system for compliance of environmental regulations has recently developed. This involves self-monitoring & reporting by each Area (Administrative units of WCL) and simultaneously submission to company HQ. The final report thus complied will be reviewed every quarter at corporate level for appraisal to the Company Board.
43 Status of any litigations/ court cases filed/pending on the project should be provided.
No cases w.r.t. Environmental issues.
44 Submission of sample test analysis of Characteristics of coal: This should include details on grade of coal and other characteristics such as ash content, S and heavy metals including levels of Hg, As, Pb, Cr etc.
Details of Coal Characteristics has been given in chapter – II (Project Description), Section 2.4 (Quarry-wise Quality)
45 Copy of clearances/approvals such as Forestry clearances, Mining Plan Approval, mine closer plan approval. NOC from Flood and Irrigation Dept. (if req.), etc. wherever applicable.
Forestry clearance– Not applicable as no forest land is involved in Phase-I of the project. Project report – Project approval letter is attached as annexure – III, Mine closure plan is an integral
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part of Project report. The Mining Plan of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC Mine of Majri Area was duly approved by WCL Board for Phase-I in its 315th meeting held on 27th & 28th September, 2019 vide its letter no. WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019.
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CHAPTER – I INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL The project is located in Warora Tehsil of Chandrapur district of Maharashtra State and
is named after nearby Yekona village. The exploration in Yekona geological block was
carried out by MECL during the period from 1989 to 1991. The block was subsequently
divided into two blocks as Yekona-I & Yekona-II on structural pattern. Project Report for
Yekona-II OCM was prepared in November, 2002 and was approved by WCL board in
May, 2003 for a target production of 0.60 MTPA with a capital investment of Rs. 48.0551
Crores. Later on Project Report for Yekona-I OCM was prepared in June, 2004 and was
approved by WCL board in Nov, 2004 for a target production of 0.40 MTPA with a
capital investment of Rs. 46.07 Crores.
Yekona-I opencast coal mine project (0.40 MTPA) was accorded EC for production
capacity of 0.40 MTPA in a lease area of 265.50 ha vide MoEFCC letter no. J-
However, due to increase in land cost by Maharashtra Govt. & new R&R Policy of CIL, it
was not possible to acquire the land of the two projects within the sanctioned capital.
Considering the demand of power grade coal within the country and to start the mine
economically, a new Project Report was formulated with amalgamation of common
infrastructural facilities with enhanced production capacity by including the dip side
reserves and working both the mines independently. Amalgamated Project Report was
prepared upto a maximum quarry depth of 160 m (previously maximum 90 m) with
reserves up to 57.85 MT (previously total coal reserves in two projects was 16.07 MT).
Now the solid waste management has been reworked whereby the percentage of
backfilling has been improved significantly. The Project Report of Amalgamated Yekona
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I & II OC was duly approved by CIL Board for normative capacity of 2.75 MTPA and
peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA in its 319th meeting held on 12.08.2015 as communicated
by Company Secretary, CIL vide its letter no. CIL:XI(D):04112:2015:10875 dated
26.08.2015. Table 3 Salient features of Earlier Projects vis-à-vis Amalgamated Project
SL. No.
ITEM YEKONA-I OC (PR-2004)
YEKONA-II OC (PR-2002)
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC (PR-2015)
1 Mineable Reserves (MT)
5.32 10.75 57.85
2 Production capacity (MTPA)
0.40 0.60 Normative capacity – 2.75 MTPA
Peak Production Capacity – 3.44 MTPA
3 OB (Mm3) 29.86 53.96 452.49 4 Depth
(maximum) in m 90 80 160
5 Stripping Ratio (m3/te)
5.61 5.02 7.82
6 Life (years) 15 20 25 Years 7 Backfilling
percentage 43.23 43.03 70.73
8 Land (ha) 265.50 414.56 1701.32 9 Forest land NIl NIL 0.62 ha
(As per Approved Mining Plan, 2019)
10. Resettlement Nil Nil Marda Village
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Figure 1
Based on the approved Project Report, the Form – 1 document was submitted to
MoEF&CC for obtaining EC for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC involving increase in
production capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 3.44 MTPA (peak) and increase in ML area
from 680.06 ha to 1701.32 ha. The proposal was discussed in 47th, 53rd& 55thEAC
(Thermal & Coal Mining) meeting of MoEFCC and terms of References (TORs) was
granted vide MoEF&CC vide letter no J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated
06.06.2016.The copy letter for ToR is attached as Annexure-I.
Extension of ToR Validity
Due to delay in conducting Public Hearing and rescheduling of the implementation of
the project, the Final EIA-EMP report could not be submitted within the prescribed three
years’ time frame. Hence, an application for extension for validity of ToR was submitted
to MoEF&CC vide online application no. IA/MH/CMIN/50208/2016 on 14th April, 2019 in
accordance with the Ministry’s OM dated 29th August, 2017 before expiry of validity
period along with updated Form-1. Subsequently, MoEF&CC accorded approval for
extension of validity of ToR for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC for production capacity
of 2.75 MTPA (normative) and 3.44 MTPA (peak) in an area of 1701.32 ha for a period
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of 1 year i.e. up to 6th June, 2020 vide MoEF&CC letter no J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M)
dated 21.06.2019. The letter of extension of validity of ToR is attached as Annexure-II.
Public Hearing for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC
The Public Hearing for the Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine (production capacity of
3.44 MTPA (Peak) within area of 1701.32 ha) was conducted successfully by State
Pollution Control Board, Maharashtra at the project site in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur
on 14th June, 2019. The Public Hearing was presided by ADM, Chandrapur and
attended by more than 200 people from nearby villages. The minutes of meeting
detailing issues raised during Public Hearing has been issued by MPCB vide letter no
MPCB/SROC/3929/2019 dated 23.07.2019. It is attached as Annexure- VIII. The
compliance of issues raised during the Public hearing along with the time bound action
plan with budgetary provisions is attached as Annexure-IX. The details of PH and its
ATR are provided in Chapter 7 of this EIA-EMP report.
Forest Land within ML Area For acquiring the additional land required for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine,
revenue record of land were collected. According to the revenue records it was noticed
that grazing land bearing survey nos 26/2, 27, 28/2, 2/1& 2/2 in Nagala Rith Mouza
which were considered as Govt. land in the approved Project Report are actually
recorded as forest land in revenue records. The forest land bearing survey nos 26/2,
27, & 28/2 measuring 2.76 ha in Nagala Rith Mouza are adjacent to the proposed lease
boundary of the amalgamated project and re-appropriation of the boundary is done
excluding these forest land. However, the forest land bearing survey no. 2/1 and 2/2 in
the Nagala Rith mouza measuring 0.62 ha falls in the middle of proposed external OB
dump of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine. Due to which acquisition of this forest
land has become inevitable to have sufficient external OB dump capacity and
sustainability of mining operations.
Status of Forestry Clearance Process of filing of application for Stage-I forestry clearance is under process. Project
Proponent is in process of collecting necessary documents required for the Stage-I FC
application from the authorities. The application for obtaining minimum demand
certificate from District Collector and application for obtaining NOC from the
Archeological Survey of India have been made as required for obtaining Stage-I FC.
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Once the above documents are obtained, the application for Stage-I FC will be
processed.
Mining Plan Excluding Forest land and adjacent non forest land As the Stage – I forestry clearance for the 0.62 ha of forest land is yet to be secured
and with all efforts, the formal Stage – I FC may take time. As country’s coal demand is
outpacing its present production level, it is very essential to open new projects or
enhance the target production of existing mines of WCL.
Now considering the present status of the mine and the surged demand of power grade
coal from WCL mines for the power plants of Maharashtra and the requirements of
MoEF&CC, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land 0.62 Ha and adjacent non-forest
land 21.31Ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has been prepared as Phase – I for the
peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA for a lease area of 1679.39 ha. The Mining Plan of
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC Mine of Majri Area was duly approved by WCL Board
for Phase-I in its 315th meeting held on 27th & 28th September, 2019 vide its letter no.
WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019. The Board approval letter of
Mining Plan is attached as Annexure- VI.
Figure 2
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Present Proposal of EC in Phase-I As per the approved mining plan this application is being made for obtaining
Environment Clearance for expansion in production capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 3.44
MTPA (Peak) and increasing area from 680.06 ha to 1679.39 ha involving no forest
land. It is an interim arrangement till the Stage-I FC for 0.62 ha of forest land is
obtained.
The application for obtaining Stage-I forestry clearance has been already made. Once
the Stage-I forestry clearance is obtained, application for Environmental Clearance for
the Phase-II of the project will be made. The Public Hearing and TOR have been
secured for the total land of the project i.e. 1701.32 ha. Accordingly, impact
assessment study has been made in this EIA report and Environment Management
Plan is being formulated for the entire ML area of 1701.32 ha.
The proposed arrangement of proceeding ahead with Phase – I (with the expansion
capacity excluding the forest land of 0.62 ha and adjacent non-forest land of 21.31 ha)
is an interim arrangement and it will help the project to achieve considerable increase in
production following all the requirements of MoEF&CC within the non–forest land to
meet the requirement of the Nation.
No forest land is involved in the Phase-I of the project area. A patch of 0.62 ha of forest
land is involved in the Phase-II of the project. Present EC application is for Phase-I of
the proposal expansion. The application for forestry clearance is under process. Once
the forestry clearance is obtained, EC application for the Phase-II of the project will be
made.
At present mining operations has been started in 2017-18 within the Yekona –II OC in
accordance with the EC dated 06.10.2006. No coal production was achieved during
2017-18 and 0.11 Million Tonne of coal production was achieved in 2018-19. Once the
present proposal is granted EC the mine will be able to achieve higher capacity by
utilizing shared infrastructure by both quarries and expanding the land area.
1.2 LOCATIONAL DETAIL The project is located adjacent to Yekona village which falls in Warora Tehsil of
Chandrapur District of Maharashtra State. The mine falls in interior under developed
region of Chandrapur district. Nagpur and Chandrapur townships are located at a
distance of 110 kms and 52 kms from the block respectively. Location plan is attached
as Plate-I. Location on State and District Map is shown below.
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Figure 3
The project area is bounded by latitudes N 20o 13' 39" to 21o 16' 14" N and longitudes E
78o 55' 25" to 78o 58’ 24" and is covered by Survey of India Topo Sheet No. 55L/15 &
55L/16.
Two thermal power plants are located in north east of the project area at a distance of
nearly 1 km from the mine boundary in MIDC Growth Center, Warora. These are GMR
Warora Energy limited (600 MW) commissioned in 2013 and Sai Wardha Power
Generation Limited (540 MW) commissioned in 2010.
Toposheet plan showing the project area is given as Plate-II.
1.3 COMMUNICATION The Delhi Chennai Grand Trunk railway line passes about 5 kms east of the project.
The nearest railway station is Warora, situated at 5 kms distance, S.E of the project.
The Nagpur-Chandrapur road is about 5 kms to the East of the project. The coal mine
can be approached by a fair-weather road from Warora to Nagri via Wanoja. This road
passes through the eastern part of the leasehold area and joins Nagpur-Chandrapur
road at Warora. Nearest airport is at Nagpur about 110 kms from the project site.
1.4 TOPOGRAPHY & DRAINAGE The entire area of the block is covered by agriculture land with black cotton soil and
exhibits a gently undulating topography with general slope towards north. The altitude
of the area ranges from 187 m to 203.72 m from Mean Sea Level.
The drainage in the area is controlled by the Wardha River which is flowing southerly
and also demarcates the western limit of the block. H.F.L. of Wardha River in the block
area is about 198 m. A seasonal nallah passing through the proposed land area of
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external overburden dump is envisaged to be diverted along the mine boundary. A
canal passes through mine area is also proposed to be diverted along the mine
boundary.
A Plan showing drainage map of the area is shown in Plate – IX.
1.5 CLIMATE The area is characterized by subtropical climate. The highest temperature recorded is
480 C during summer and during winter season the temperature goes down to 100C.
Monsoon is normally active during the period from 15th June to 15thSeptember. The
annual rainfall data, which were recorded at Warora tehsil office, district Chandrapur for
the period from 1984 to 2006 indicates minimum of 716.40 mm (year 2004) and
maximum of 1839.06 mm (year 1986) of total annual rainfall.
1.6 JUSTIFICATION Many of the existing opencast mines of Majri Area (Telwasa OCM, Dhorwasa OCM) are
reaching exhaustion of resources. The exhaustion of these mines would create
additional gap between demand & supply, & therefore opening of new projects like
Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC is very essential to bridge this gap of demand & supply.
In view of above situation country’s coal demand is outpacing its present production
level. To overcome and meet increasing demand of coal, it is very essential to bridge
this gap by opening new projects or by enhancing the target production of existing
mines of WCL. As mining activities does affect environment severely, the coal
production is needed to be achieved in a sustainable manner and ensuring minimum
damage to the environment.
The proposed opencast will ensure additional 2.75 MTPA (normative capacity) of coal
production.
1.7 SOURCES OF DATA This report has been formulated considering various data from the following sources:
Table 4 Sources of Data Taken in EMP Sl. No.
Type of Data Sources
1 Mining and economic parameters and other miscellaneous data
Approved Project Report (2015) of the Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC and Field data received from Majri Area, WCL for existing status of mine.
Approved Mining Plan of Phase-I of the
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project, 2019.
2 Environmental data including meteorological data, air quality, dust fall rate, water quality and noise level data.
Baseline of environmental data including meteorological data, air quality, dust fall rate, water quality and noise level data has been generated for the project in Post-Monsoon Season, 2016.
3 Socio-economic study Baseline of socio-economic data has been generated for the project in Post-Monsoon Season, 2016. Census data of 2011 has been also used to ascertain socio-economic details of the study area.
4 Flora and fauna Baseline of flora & fauna has been generated for the project in Post-Monsoon Season, 2016.
5 Surface hydrology and hydrogeology CMPDIL, RI- IV, Nagpur.
6 Meteorological data Meteorological data generated for the project in Post-Monsoon season, 2016.
7 Land use/cover mapping core zone. Land use map of core and buffer zone of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC based on recent Satellite data IRS-R2-L4FX of the year 2019
As per State Govt. Record, data supplied by the concerned WCL area office.
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CHAPTER- II
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT Project Report of Yekona-I & Yekona-II OC had been prepared individually and
approved by WCL Board and accordingly environmental clearance was obtained in
October, 2006 for both the projects. However, due to increase in land cost by
Maharashtra Govt. & introduction of new R&R policy of CIL, it was not possible to
complete the land acquisition of the two projects within sanctioned capital. In view of
higher land acquisition cost and making project financially viable, the Project Report of
Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine was prepared considering common infrastructure
for both quarries in April, 2015. The Project Report was economically viable as it was
achieving 13.56% IRR at 85% of target capacity for Power Sector. The total additional
capital of the project is Rs. 727.2816 crores (excluding existing capital of Rs. 18.5497
crores). CIL Board approved this project report in its 319th meeting held on
12/08/2015as communicated by Company Secretary, CIL vide its letter no.
CIL:XI(D):04112:2015:10875 dated 26.08.2015.
During the process of land acquisition, it was noticed that grazing land bearing survey
nos 26/2, 27, 28/2, 2/1& 2/2 in Nagala Rith Mouza which were considered as Govt. land
in the approved Project Report are actually recorded as forest land in revenue records.
The forestland bearing survey nos 26/2, 27, & 28/2 measuring 2.76 ha in Nagala Rith
Mouza are adjacent to the proposed lease boundary of the amalgamated project and
re-appropriation of the boundary is done excluding these forestland. However, the
forestland bearing survey no. 2/1 and 2/2 in the Nagala Rith mouza measuring 0.62 ha
falls in the middle of proposed external OB dump of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC
mine. Due to which acquisition of this forest land has become inevitable to have
sufficient external OB dump capacity.
As the Stage – I forestry clearance for the 0.62 ha of forest land is yet to be secured
and with all efforts, the formal Stage – I FC may take time. As country’s coal demand is
outpacing its present production level, it is very essential to open new projects or
enhance the target production of existing mines of WCL.
Now considering the present status of the mine and the surged demand of power grade
coal from WCL mines for the power plants of Maharashtra and the requirements of
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MoEF&CC, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land 0.62 Ha and adjacent non-forest
land 21.31Ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has been prepared as Phase – I for the
peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA for a lease area of 1679.39 ha. The Mining Plan of
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC Mine of Majri Area was duly approved by WCL Board
for Phase-I in its 315th meeting held on 27th & 28th September, 2019 vide its letter no.
WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated 12.10.2019. The proposed arrangement of
proceeding ahead with Phase – I (with the expansion capacity excluding the forest land
of 0.62 ha and adjacent non-forest land of 21.31 ha) is an interim arrangement and it
will help the project to achieve considerable increase in production following all the
requirements of MoEF&CC within the non – forest land to meet the requirement of the
Nation.
The details as per approved Mining Plan, 2019 and Project Report, 2015 are given
below:
2.2 GEOLOGY D.G.M (M.S.) near Yekona Village reported the shallow occurrence of coal in Yekona
block. MECL explored the block during 1988-91 covering an area of about 20 sq.km.
Exploration by MECL revealed that the entire area is structurally distributed and shallow
occurrence of coal is confined in the faulted blocks. The block was subsequently divided
into two blocks as Yekona-I and Yekona-II on structural pattern. Yekona-I is one of the
sub-blocks identified for detailed exploration by CMPDI. It explored the Yekona-I block in
July 1996 to April 1998. CMPDI took up detailed drilling of Yekona-II block from Jan
1999 to June 2000.
2.2.1 Geological Block Boundary Yekona – I block
North - Subcrop of Composite Seam. South - Arbitrary line passing through BH CMWY-77, 76, 57, 56 & MWN-9 East - Fault F8-F8 West - Fault F1-F1
Yekona – II block North - Subcrop of Composite Seam.
South - 200 mtrs. Arbitrary Line from the last borehole drilled (CMWY-42, 44 47 & 117 & 118 & MWM-21)
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East - Fault F1-F1.
West - Eastern Bank of Wardha River
2.2.2 Sequence of Coal Seams and Parting within the Block Area
Sequence of coal seam along with minimum and maximum thickness and number of
boreholes intersected are summarized below for both Yekona – I & II blocks.
Table 5 Sequence of Coal Seams in Yekona-I Block
Coal Seam/Section Thickness range (m) No. of BHs. Intersection Min. Max.
2.3 GEOLOGICAL STRUCTURE OF THE BLOCK 2.3.1 Strike & Dip
Yekona – I block
Coal Seam dips towards SE in the Western part and towards East in the Eastern part.
The gradient of seam is 1 in 8 (60) to 1 in 17.5 (30) in the Western part and 1 in 6 (90) to
1 in 8 (60) in general in the eastern part with local flattering. The strike of coal seam in
the Western part is NE-SW, whereas in the eastern part, it is N-S with minor swing.
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Yekona – II Block
The general strike of the coal seam as determined from the floor contour plan of
composite seam is WNW-ESE dipping SSW however local swings in strike also
observed in the area. The dip of the formation in the block is in 1 in 4 to 1 in 7.5
a) Middle part dip is 11.3 deg due SSW.
b) Western part dip ranges from 7.6 deg to 11.3 deg due SSW.
c) Eastern part dip is 14 deg due SSW (Gradient 1 in 4)
2.3.2 Faults Yekona – I Block
A total 10 Nos of fault (F1 to F10) have been interpreted in Yekona-I block based on the
evidences such as reduction in seam thickness/parting floor difference in adjacent
boreholes. Table 7 Details of Faults in Yekona-I Block
Fault No
Extent Of Fault (Km)
Trend Throw
Evidence Direction Amount
F1-F1 1.50Km NW-SE SW 95m-130m
Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-84, 11, 73 in upthrown side and CMWY-82, 13 in downthrown side
F2-F2 1.00 NW-SE SW 0-20m Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-67, 27, in upthrown side and CMWY-11, 73 in downthrown side
F3-F3 1.20 NW-SE SW 0-20m Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-28, 39 and MWM-77 in downthrown side CMWY-10 in upthrown side.
F4-F4 1.17 NW-SE NE 0-15m Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-10 in downthrown side and CMWY-66, 55 on upthrown side.
F5-F5 0.45 NNW-SSE
WSW 10-15m Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-79, 5 in upthrown side and CMWY-71 in downthrown side.
F6-F6 1.30 NW-SE SW 60- 140m
i) Absence of Composite Seam in CMWY-24 & 63.
ii) Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-3,
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Fault No
Extent Of Fault (Km)
Trend Throw
Evidence Direction Amount
29, 34, MWM-10 in up thrown side and CMWY-33, 32, 52, 26 in downthrown side.
F7-F7 0.350 WNW-ESE
NNW 0-15m i) Absence of Bottom Section in CMWY-51.
ii) Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-74, 61 in up thrown side and CMWY-3, 64 in downthrown side.
F8-F8 2.50 NW-SE SW 200m Absence of Composite Seam in its upthrown side.
F9-F9 1.65 NW-SE SW 10-20m Difference in floor level of coal seam in boreholes CMWY-38, 56, MWM-12 in down thrown side and CMWY-9 in upthrown side.
F10-F10 1.40 NW-SE SW 30-40m i) Absence of Top Section and roof of Bottom Section is faulted in CMWY-58.
ii) Floor of Bottom Section is faulted in CMWY-54.
Yekona – II block A total 5 Nos of fault (F1 to F5) have been interpreted in Yekona-II block based on the
evidences such as reduction in seam thickness/parting floor difference in adjacent
borehole. Table 8 Details of Faults in Yekona-II Block
Fault No
Extent Of Fault (Km)
Trend Throw
Evidence Direction Amount
F1-F1 1.55 NW-SE NE 125M Motur Formation intersected in BH (CMWY-95,107,126,MWM15) on the downthrown side of the fault F1-F1 lies in juxtaposition to middle and upper part of Barakar Formation in Borehole CMWY-91,118&123 MWM-36
F2-F2 0.170 NE-SW NW 0-4m Bottom section is faulted in CMWY-55
F3-F3 0.210 NE-SW NW 0-4m Bottom Section is MWM-27 is faulted
F4-F4 1.035 WNW-ESE
SW 0-18m Top section in CMWY-114 and bottom section floor is faulted in MWM-38. Based on FRL differences in boreholes CMWY105&122 in the up throw
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Fault No
Extent Of Fault (Km)
Trend Throw
Evidence Direction Amount
side and CMWY-113 in the downthrow side.
F5-F5 0.990 NE-SW NW 20-30m Based on FRL difference in borehole MWM-29 & 39 in up throw side and CMWY -104 &124 in the downthrown side
2.4 QUARRYWISE QUALITY Quality computation has been done separately for top section & Bottom section of the
seam as well as for combined Top & Bottom Section excluding parting between the two
sections. All in-seam bands within Top & bottom section have been included for quality
assessment. No dilution at the contact point of seam section & roof & floor has been
considered. This assessment was done based on the data available for the boreholes
falling with the block area.
Yekona – I Block The overall quality (GCV) of Top section, Bottom Section and Top Section + Bottom
section are given as below: Table 9 Quality in Yekona I Block
Overall quality for Top+Bottom sections in Yekona-I block has been assessed based on
GCV figures of quarriable area which works out to 4714 kCal/kg (G-9) without dilution at
the contact point of roof and floor of the Seam.
Particulars Top Section Bottom Section Top +Bottom Sections
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
Moisture % 5.9
(CMWY-27) 8.60
(CMWY-28) 6.00
(CMWY-32) 8.60
(CMWY-67,5)6.40
(CMWY-38) 8.50
(CMWY-28)
Ash % 25.1
(CMWY-3) 45.00
(CMWY-32) 22.80
(CMWY-5) 43.8
(CMWY-32) 28.00
(CMWY-28) ………
(CMWY-32)
V.M % 20.3
(CMWY-32) 27.2
(CMWY-39) 26.00
(CMWY-28) 27.30
(CMWY-39) 26.10
(CMWY-28) 28.00
CMWY-39)
F.C % 28.6
(CMWY-11) 41.70
(CMWY-27) 37.70
(CMWY-28) 37.80
(CMWY-39) 36.40
(CMWY-39) 37.40
CMWY-28) U.H.V.
(K.Cal/kg) 2132
(CMWY-32) 4608
(CMWY-27) 1848
(CMWY-35) 4694
(CMWY-67) 1848
(CMWY-35) 4694
(CMWY-67)
GCV 3636
(CMWY32) 5473
(CMWY-13) 2183
(CMWY35) 5622
(CMWY74) 2183
(CMWY-35) 5622
(CMWY74) Grade G-12 G - 7 G - 18 G - 6 G - 18 G - 6
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Yekona – II Block The overall quality (GCV) of Top section, Bottom Section and Bottom Section + Top
section in Yekona - II block are given as below: Table 10 Quality in Yekona II Block
Particulars Top section Bottom section Top+ Bottom section Min Max Min Max Min Max
Moisture% 6.00 (MWM41)
8.45 (MWM58)
5.70 (CMWY110)
8.60 (MWM30)
5.1 (CMWY-114)
7.6 (MWM-40)
Ash% 20.10 (CMWY117)
35.30 (MWM32)
13.30 (MWM 39)
36.40 (CMWY117)
19.5 (MWM-40)
37.8 (CMWY-
114) V.M% 22.80
(MWM-32) 28.70
(CMWY117) 24.40
(CMWY-116)30.20
(MWM-28)
F.C% 34.8 (CMWY-88)
44.40 (CMWY-96)
29.00 (CMWY-112)
45.40 (CMWY97)
U.H.V 3145.4 (CMWY-88)
5132.6 (CMWY117)
3090.2 (CMWY-117)
5946.8 (MWM-39)
3145.4 (CMWY-88)
5946.8 (MWM-39)
GCV 4210 (CMWY-88)
5374.00 (MWM-40)
4300 (CMWY-117)
6125 (MWM-39)
4210 (CMWY-88)
6125 (MWM-39)
Grade G - 11 G - 7 G - 10 G - 5 G - 11 G - 5
Overall quality for Top+Bottom sections in Yekona-II block has been assessed based
on GCV figures of quarriable area which works out to 5053 kCal/kg (G-8) without
dilution at the contact point of roof and Floor of the Seam.
2.5 GEOLOGICAL RESERVES Yekona – I block Only one Composite workable seam in two sections designated as Top and Bottom
sections occurs in the area under report. 34.52 Mt of net proved coal reserves have
been reported as per the geological report.
Yekona – II block Geological reserves as per the geological report submitted on dec-2002 are
considered. Proved Reserve of 35.822Mt and indicated reserves 45Mt have been
estimated. However, in the proposed quarriable area net geological reserves are
estimated about 44.10 Mt.
2.6 QUARRY BOUNDARY, MINEABLE RESERVES, TARGET & LIFE 2.6.1 Quarry Boundary Delineation Yekona – I Quarry
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The quarry is bounded by Major fault F1-F1 on the Western side and by fault F8-F8 on
the Eastern side. The Northern rise side of block is restricted by Sub-crop of composite
seam. The Southern Dip side of the block is an arbitrary line passing through BH
CMWY-77, 76, 57, 56 & MWN-9.The proposed Yekona-I quarry has been envisaged in
Yekona-I block and entire block has been covered for OC mining.
The geological block boundary as well as Quarry boundary of Yekona–I Quarry are
tabulated below:
Table 11 Quarry boundary of Yekona – I Quarry Particulars North East South West Block Boundary
Subcrop of Composite Seam.
Fault F8-F8
Arbitrary line passing through BH CMWY-77, 76, 57,56 & MWN-9
Major Fault F1–F1
Proposed Quarry Boundary
Along Major fault F8 -F8 / Subcrop of Composite Seam.
Fault F8-F8
Block boundary Major Fault F1–F1
Yekona – II Quarry The quarry is bounded by Wardha River on Western side and major fault F1-F1 on
Eastern side. The Northern rise side of block is restricted by Sub-crop of composite
seam. The Southern dip side boundary is and arbitrary line 200 m from the last
borehole drilled i.e. CMWY-42, 44, 47,117 & 118 and MWM-21.
The proposed Yekona-II quarry has been envisaged leaving safe distance from the
bank of Wardha River in Western side and upto fault F1-F1 in the Eastern side. The
Northern Mine boundary is limited by Sub-crop of Seam and in Southern dip side the
boundary is limited at 150m depth on the floor of Bottom section of the Composite
Seam.
The geological block boundary as well as Quarry boundary of Yekona – II quarry are
tabulated below: Table 12 Quarry boundary of Yekona – II Quarry
Particulars North East South West Block
Boundary
Along
Sub- crop
Fault F1-F1 200m from last
row of bore
holes
Eastern Bank of
Wardha River
Proposed
quarry
Boundary
Half
Sub-crop.
Fault F1-F1. upto 150 m
depth line.
Safe distance from
Eastern Bank of
Wardha River /
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Yekona village
As Phase-I of the project is an interim arrangement, no separate quarry boundaries
have been delineated for Phase-I of the project.
2.6.2 Mineable Reserves Total Geological reserves in Yekona-I block are 34.52 Mt and entire sub quarry I (A) has been considered but reserves between 150m depth to block boundary in sub
quarry I (B) is left due to higher depth. These reserves can be extracted in later date
when it becomes economically viable. However, in Yekona-II geological block, Yekona-
II OC quarry has been envisaged upto 150m depth on the floor of bottom section of
seam and geological reserves beyond 150m depth has not been considered for
opencast mining. Thus, out of total 44.10 Mt geological reserves in Yekona-II Block,
38.37 Mt geological reserves has been considered for proposed Yekona-II OC mine.
Thus, out of total 78.62 Mt geological reserves in both Yekona-I & Yekona-II geological
blocks (34.52 Mt in Yekona-I block and 44.10 Mt in Yekona-II block), 67.65 Mt
geological reserves (29.28 Mt in Yekona-I OC and 38.37 Mt in Yekona-II OC) have
been considered for mining.
10% geological loss for geological uncertainties and 5% loss on account of mining
losses have been considered to the net geological reserves to workout net mineable
reserves. Specific Gravity of coal considered as 1.60 t/m3. Thus, the net mineable
reserves assessed in Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine are 57.85 Mt (25.04 Mt in
Yekona-I OC and 32.81 Mt in Yekona-II OC mine).
Table 13 Seam-wise Details of Mineable Reserves (Yekona-I Quarry)
NAME OF
SEAM
Floor area (ha) Av
erag
e Th
ickn
ess
'm'
Geo
logi
cal
Res
erve
s M
t
Geo
logi
cal
Loss
es
Mt
Min
ing
Loss
es
Mt
Min
eabl
e R
eser
ves
Mt
Top Section
226.14 5.32 16.71 1.67 0.75 14.29
Bottom Section
214.70 3.92 12.57 1.25 0.57 10.75
TOTAL 9.24 29.28 2.92 1.32 25.04
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Table 14 Seam-wise Details of Mineable Reserves (Yekona-II Quarry)
NAME OF
SEAM
Floor area (ha) Av
erag
e Th
ickn
ess
'm'
Geo
logi
cal
Res
erve
s M
t
Geo
logi
cal
Loss
es
Mt
Min
ing
Loss
es
Mt
Min
eabl
e R
eser
ves
Mt
Top Section
244.12 6.45 23.82 2.38 1.07 20.37
Bottom Section
238.64 3.76 14.55 1.45 0.66 12.44
TOTAL 10.21 38.37 3.83 1.73 32.81
According to the approved Mining Plan of Phase-I, It is an interim arrangement for
increasing production capacity and increasing land area without involving forest land.
2.6.3 Target Production & Mine Life
The proposed report has been prepared for a normative capacity of 2.75 MTPA and
peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA from two quarries namely Yekona I quarry and Yekona II
quarry. The parameters of opencast mine field and technical conditions of its
development make this target feasible with normal indices namely length, width & depth
of the excavated block, thickness of coal seam, seam gradient, method of mining etc.
The total life of the project works out to 25 years considering annual normative
production of 2.75 MTPA and mineable reserves of 57.85 Mt.
2.7 MINE PARAMETERS The different Mine parameters of proposed Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC are as
follows:
Table 15 Mine parameters of proposed Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC
Sl. No. PARTICULARS YEKONA-I YEKONA-II
Amalagamated Yekona I & II OC
1 Av. Thickness of seam (m) 9.24 9.94 2 Gradient of seam 1 in 7 to
1in 14 1 in 4.8 to
1 in 8
3 Depth (m): a) Min. b) Max.
30
160
25 150
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Sl. No. PARTICULARS YEKONA-I YEKONA-II
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4 Av. Strike length (m)
a) At surface b) At floor
1700 1400
3800 3200
5 Average Dip-Rise width(km) a)On floor b)On Surface
9 Total volume of OB (Mm3) 225.71 226.78 452.49 10 Average stripping ratio (m3/t) 9.01 6.91 7.82 11 Annual mine target (MTPA) 1.00 to 1.25 1.25 to 1.50 2.75 12 Life of the mine 25 24 25
Phase-I of the project is an interim arrangement for increasing production capacity and
increasing land area without involving forest land. No separate mine parameters has
been considered for Phase-I.
2.8 MINING STRATEGY Production is proposed from multi-sections (two sections) of composite seam. Property
of Yekona-I is highly faulted and the gradient of seam is not favourable for Surface
miner in major part of this block. Hence, deployment of Surface miner is ruled out in
Yekona – I quarry. Deployment of dragline has not been proposed considering
the geo-mining conditions (especially gradient of the seam). Underground mining has
been ruled out considering conservation of coal in thick seam and better economics in
an opencast compared to underground mining.
Presently shovel-Dumper combination is being practiced very successfully in existing
mines of WCL. Hence, in proposed Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine also shovel-
dumper combination was proposed. In approved Project Report, it was also suggested
that as the geo-mining condition is favourable for deployment of Surface Miner in
Yekona-II OC and deployment of Surface Miner on Hiring basis might be considered in
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Yekona-II OC subject to economic viability. According to the suggestion, Surface miner
has been considered and deployed in Yekona-II quarry due to its economic and
environmental benefits. Deployment of surface miner replaces three dust-generating
operations of conventional mining system namely drilling; blasting and crushing of coal
in one go.
Figure 4 Surface Miner Deployed at existing Yekona-II OC Mine
In the proposed mine, there is a parting of thickness ranging from 0.17m to 4.07m
between Top Section and Bottom section of the coal seam. Separate drilling and
blasting for parting is required to avoid dilution of quality of coal but due to lesser
thickness of parting it is not possible to drill and blast only parting. Hence, the
implementing authority is required to deploy Dozer with Ripper attachment to mine out
the parting separately to avoid dilution of coal.
2.8.1 Quarry and Sub-Quarry
The proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine has two quarries namely Yekona-I
& Yekona-II. These quarries would be further sub-divided into two sub-quarries &
Surface Miner
Exposed Composite Coal Seam
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sequence of mining has been designed in such a way that backfilling can be
maximized. Accordingly, the approved Mining Plan, the mine is divided into 4 sub
quarries. Summary of these sub-quarries are as tabulated below:-
Table 16 Quarry & Sub-Quarry Wise Coal, OB& Stripping Ratio SL. No.
QUARRY NAME OF SUB-QUARRY
COAL (Mt)
TOTAL OB (Mm3)
S.R. (m3/t)
1. Yekona – I
Sub-Quarry- I A 11.50 131.98 11.48 2. Sub-Quarry- I B 13.54 93.73 6.92 3.
Yekona – II Sub-Quarry- II A 19.27 132.33 6.87
4. Sub-Quarry- II B 13.54 94.45 6.98 TOTAL 57.85 452.49 7.82
2.8.2 Cut-wise Coal, OB & Stripping Ratio
Both the sub-quarries of Yekona-I & II have been divided into various Cuts at the
interval of 50m depth on the floor of Bottom Section of the seam. There are seven Cuts
in Yekona-I quarry and six Cuts in Yekona-II quarry. The different Cuts and their extent
along the floor of bottom section are tabulated below: Table 17 Different Quarry Cuts and their extent along the floor of bottom section
Quarry Cut No.
Description Quarry Cut No.
Description
Yekona - I
SUB QUARRY- I (A)
I Up to 50 m depth Yekona-II SUB
QUARRY II (A)
I Up to 50 m depth II 50m to 100m depth II 50 m to 100 m
depth III 100m to 150m depth III Beyond 100 m
depth to quarry limits
IV 150m depth to quarry limit Yekona-II SUB
QUARRY II (B)
IV Up to 50 m depth Yekona - I
SUB QUARRY I (B)
V Up to 50 m depth V 50 m to 100 m depth
VI 50m to 100m depth VI 100 m to 150 m depth
VII 100m to 150m depth
Cut wise quantities for both the quarries are summarized below. Table 18 Cut-wise Coal, OB & Stripping Ratio
YEKONA - I QUARRY SUB-QUARRY WISE AND CUT-WISE COAL, OB& STRIPPING RATIO
The dumping in temporary top soil dump and in external dump H-2 is being carried out
in accordance with the approved Project Report.
In Yekona –I quarry, construction of flood protection embankment is not required & OB
of entire Sub-Quarry-IA (Cut-I, II & III) and part of cut-IV of Sub-Quarry-IB would be
dumped in the external OB dump H1 (no coal bearing area) and OB dump H3 (this is
on coal bearing area outside the quarry and shall be re-handled at the end of mine
working) for hard OB and in OB dump L adjacent to quarry for soft OB. It is also
proposed to dump part of loose OB in Dump-L1 on coal bearing area of sub quarry – I
B. The Top Soil would be dumped in quarry area in Temp. Soil Dump-S1 and would be
re-handled at a later stage on hard OB Dump. After dumping of OB of Sub-Quarry-IA
(Cut-I, II & III) and part of Cut-IV of sub-Quarry-IB, the height of Hard OB dump would
reach 90 m above GL.
After working Sub-Quarry-IA and Cut-IV of Sub-Quarry-IB, entire OB excavated in
subsequent cuts (Cut-V & VI) of Sub-Quarry-IB would be dumped in decoaled void of
previous cuts. The maximum height of backfilling dump would reach 90m above GL. It
is proposed to merge external Dump and internal dumps to generate additional capacity
&save land. Plan showing location of OB dump and quarry backfilling is given in
(Quarry and Surface Layout Plan).
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After start of sub quarry – IB in Yekona-I OC and sub-quarry – IIB in Yekona-II OC, all
top soil and loose OB from quarry shall be dumped over top of existing Dumps. No
separate dump is planned for top soil and loose OB, while working sub-quarry-IB and
IIB of both the mines.
The mining operation is Yekona-I quarry has not yet started.
The proposed height of overburden dumps has been envisaged as 90m above ground
level. Presently nowhere in Majri area, dumping is done above 60m. Hence, it is
proposed in the approved Project Report to conduct a slope stability study, for which
capital provision has been made. Moreover, it is proposed to remove a thickness of
2.5m of black cotton soil from 120m wide trench along the periphery of external dump
for better stability of dump. Out of total 456.03 Mm3 OB (452.49 Mm3 from quarry and
3.54 from Trench cutting), 133.50 Mm3 OB will be accommodated in External OB
Dump and balance 322.53 Mm3 will be dumped in decoaled void of the two quarries.
Thus, 29.27% of total OB will be dumped externally and 70.73% OB will be accommodated in Internal Dumps. The Dump Capacities of different OB Dumps are
tabulated below: Table 19 Dump Capacities of different OB Dumps
Sl. No.
Dump Name of Dump Location Capacity (Mm3)
1. EXTERNAL
DUMP
OB Dump (L) No Coal Bearing 8.64 2. OB Dump (H1) No Coal Bearing 69.46 3. OB Dump (H2) No Coal Bearing 52.98 4. EMBANKMENT 2.42 SUB-TOTAL (EXTERNAL DUMP) 133.50 1
TEMPORARY DUMP (TO BE
REHANDLED)
Temporary Top Soil Dump-S1 Over Quarry-IB 8.50 2 Temporary OB Dump –L1 Over Quarry-IB 12.57 3 Temporary Top Soil Dump-S2 Over Quarry-IIB 7.88 4 Temporary OB Dump-H3 Coal Bearing outside
quarry area 14.88
SUB-TOTAL (REHANDLING) 43.83 C) INTERNAL
DUMP INTERNAL OB DUMPS
1 Internal Dump in Yekona-I OC Void of Yekona-I OC 145.40 2 Internal Dump in Yekona-II OC Void of Yekona-II OC 177.13 Total Internal Dump 322.53 TOTAL EXTERNAL + INTERNAL DUMP 456.03
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Phase-I of the project is an interim arrangement for increasing production capacity and
increasing land area without involving forest land. Dumping Strategy will be followed as
per the approved Project Report, 2015 and approved Mining Plan, Phase-I, 2019.
2.10 MINING SCHEDULE AND EQUIPMENT PHASING Design Criteria Project report for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine has envisaged 330 days of
working in a year based on 7 days schedule of mine working. As per the prevalent
practice in WCL, there will be three working shifts in a day each of 8 hours duration.
The in-situ volume weight of OB material has been considered as 2.2t/m3 whereas for
coal it is 1.60t/m3.
Annual Productivity of HEMM with Different Lead
The entire coal and OB will be extracted through outsourcing agency and therefore, the
productivity of HEMM will depend on the HEMM to be deployed by outsourcing agency.
However, the lead for coal / parting and OB is estimated based on quarry and dump
profile and distance of dump from quarry.
Based on the quarry profile, dump location & distance between different cuts of quarry
& dumps, the following average haul distances have been assessed for OB and coal.
a) For OB - 2.75 to 3.25 km
b) For Coal - upto 4.00 km
c) For Parting - 2.00 to 2.50 km
2.11 CALENDAR PROGRAMME OF EXCAVATION AND DUMPING Calendar programme as given in approved Mining Plan is detailed below:
Table 20 Calendar Programmed of Excavation (for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC)
Plan showing location of OB dump and quarry backfilling is given in Plate – VII.
Phase-I of the project is an interim arrangement for increasing production capacity and
increasing land area without involving forest land. Mining programme and dumping
schedule will be as per the approved Project Report, 2015 and Mining Plan (Phase-I),
2019.
2.12 DRILLING & BLASTING Drilling pattern in overburden, with a bench height of 10 m has been envisaged with the
burden as 5.0-6.0 m and spacing as 6.5-7.0 m. The powder factor of 2.25m3/kg has
been considered for overburden planning purpose.
For coal, depending upon the thickness available in the horizons, bench height of max.
8 m is being proposed. For coal bench, drilling pattern with burden and spacing of 3.0
m&4.0 m respectively has been proposed. A powder factor of 6.0t/kg has been
considered for blasting in coal for planning purpose. However at the time of operation of
mine, drilling parameters have to be optimized on the basis of actual field trial
depending upon joint pattern, bedding plane and local geology of the blast site and
accordingly powder factor for OB & coal may be vary after final trial of blasting.
It is proposed that bulk loading explosive may be used. For storage of L.D. explosive
and accessories one magazines having 20 t capacity has been proposed in the
approved Project Report.
2.13 WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE The total water requirement for project site has been worked out to 810 KL and 110 KL
for colony. Water demand for project site includes water to be supplied for dust
suppression, fire-fighting, water sprinkling on roads, etc. Water demand for project site
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includes water to be supplied for dust suppression, fire-fighting, water sprinkling on
roads, etc.
Table 22 Water Demand for Project Site S. No
Particular Quantity
a) Water requirement for total manpower of Project @ 45 litre/ capita/day
Litres 11565
b) Water requirement for washing of dumpers @ 1800 litre/ dumper/day
Litres 313200
c) Water requirement for dust suppression in CHP & other industrial premises @22500 litre/ day/million tonne of coal production per year
Litres 67500
d) Water requirement for fire-fighting @45000 litre/ day/million tonne of coal production per year
Litres 135000
e) Water requirement for road watering @ 67500 litre/ day/million tonne of coal production per year
Litres 202500
f) Water requirement of Service Buildings @ 10% of item (a) of above
Litres 1160
g) Allowance for loss & wastage @ 10% (a) to(f) Litres 73100 Total Water Demand lpd 810000
The industrial water requirement will be met through the treated mine discharge water.
Sub-soil water has been envisaged as the source for drinking water. Accordingly, bore-
well provisions have been made. However, it is suggested that the source of water may
be ascertained after carrying out hydro-geological investigations as regards the quality
and quantity of water.
Sub-soil water through bore well has been proposed to be conveyed to O.H. reservoirs
via ground sumps. Further, water from O.H. reservoir shall be supplied under gravity to
different buildings after chlorination.
It is, however, suggested that permanent water supply arrangement should be
formulated after carrying out detailed survey, investigations for the adequate source of
water and detailed engineering.
To avoid any discharge of effluent into natural watercourses, sewage disposal
arrangement has been envisaged.
2.14 PUMPING ARRANGEMENT Maximum pumping of water is estimated to be 1263 lps for the proposed Amalgamated
Yekona I & II OC. Following arrangements has been envisaged for pumping of water to
facilitate safe mining:
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1) Ten pumps of 160 lps x 200m head have been proposed. Out of ten pumps,
two pump are standby.
2) Four pumps of 80 lps x 150m head have been proposed for initial and
auxiliary pumping.
3) One diesel pumps of 80 lps x 60m head have been proposed.
4) Six face pumps of 11 lps x 30 m head have been envisaged in this report
and out of six pumps, one is standby.
5) Three delivery ranges of 406.4 mm dia. have been proposed for main pumps
of 160lps x 250m head and maximum two pumps will be connected in each
delivery.
6) Two delivery range of 312mm dia. has been proposed for main pumps of
160lps x 250m head and maximum one pump will be connected in each
delivery.
7) 80 mm dia. G.I. pipe will be used for face pumps.
8) No piping provision has been made for standby pumps.
2.15 COAL HANDLING ARRANGEMENT Combined CHP is proposed for both quarries. Salient Features of CHP are summarized
below.
a) Three nos. 2 - stage crushing double roll secondary sizer, ROM coal to (-) 100 mm, 400tph.
b) Conveying of coal by three nos. of 1200 mm wide belt conveyors c) Storage of coal in three nos. of overhead twin hoppers, each of 2 x 100 t
capacity d) Dispatch of coal on road by trucks to Railway Siding e) Dust suppression and fire extinguisher system f) Power supply, illumination and control systems g) Weighment of coal with the help of road weighbridge
2.16 COAL TRANSPORT ROUTE AND RAILWAY SIDING As per approved Mining Plan, Coal from the quarry is proposed to be transported to
Coal Stock/CHP by dumpers. Average lead for coal from quarry face to CHP is around
3 kms. Further from CHP to proposed railway siding coal will be transported by tipping
trucks. The distance of nearest railway siding from CHP is about 8 kms located at GMR
thermal power plant. The coal will be transported by covered tipping trucks to reduce
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fugitive dust generation. The black topped road is proposed from CHP to Railway
siding.
The feasibility of conveyor belt transport was studied. It was observed straight
alignment of belt conveyor from CHP to Railway Siding is not feasible. Multiple
discharge point will be required for coal transportation hence increasing pollution and
cost of the project.
The existing nearest Railway Siding from the proposed Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC
mine is GMR Railway siding of thermal power plant which is about 8 km from the
project. A financial provision of Rs 40.00 crores and Provision for 30ha of land has
been made in approved Project Report for construction of railway siding for the
proposed mine. In view of pollution generated due to coal transportation by road, the
Railway Siding should be constructed near to the project. Thus, requirement for coal
transportation by road should be minimum and pollution load from coal transport will be
reduced drastically.
The actual location of the railway siding will be decided by the implementing authority in
consultation with the Indian Railways. In this EIA-EMP report, it is suggested that the
railway siding should be constructed near to the project. Thus coal transportation
through road is minimized.
2.17 WORKSHOP The proposed Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine has been planned for Total hiring
option. The entire coal extraction and OB removal will be done by hiring agency. The
HEMM deployed in the mine will be operated and maintained by hiring / out-sourcing
agency. Hence, No provision for excavation workshop has been made in approved
Project Report.
E & M workshop
E & M Workshop facilities have been proposed in approved Project Report to carry out
maintenance & repair of the CHP, equipment, pumps, LMVs, electrical etc. The E&M
workshop is essentially a unit workshop and will depend on central/regional workshop
for major repair and part manufacture.
2.18 POWER SUPPLY The projected maximum demand for the proposed Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC
(including residential) for Total hiring option is 3303 kVA. Incoming power supply for the
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project is envisaged at 33 kV. There is no 33 kV source presently available nearby.
Power supply at 33 kV shall be available from Warora substation of MSEDCL.
2.19 CIVIL CONSTRUCTION WORKS The Building Cost Index for the Maharashtra has been worked out to 560 in 2015 (1st
half) taking the prevalent rates of materials and labours in Maharashtra. This Building
Cost Index is with reference to base 100 in Nagpur as on 1.1.1992.
Service Buildings
Keeping in view the needs and requirements of this mine, provision for all necessary
service buildings such E & M workshop, Sub–station, Magazine and other service
buildings have been provided.
Residential Building
Total manpower proposed for this project is 257. Considering the necessity of the
project, 132 Nos. of Type quarters have been envisaged which satisfies the 51.40% of
the required manpower of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC. Type quarter consists of
For above number of quarters, 1000m long colony road with culverts, drains, etc. has
been envisaged.2.0 km long Haul road has been provided for transportation of coal /
OB inside quarry. 3.00 km Heavy-duty road has been provided for transportation of coal
/ overburden on surface. For approaching different Service Buildings 2.00 km long
Sector Road on Stratum `D’ specification with culverts, drain, tree guards etc. has been
proposed.
7.0 Km length of Stratum ‘C’ has been proposed for Diversion of PWD road and 5.0 Km
length of Stratum ‘C’ has been proposed for Diversion of village road.
2.20 LAND REQUIREMENT The total land involved including the land for resettlement and gaothan land is 1701.32
ha (1617.18 ha tenancy land &84.14 ha Govt Land).
The land area includes 30 ha land required for proposed railway siding on non-coal
bearing area & for road / conveyor to transport coal to siding. In addition to this,
acquisition of 8.0 ha tenancy land has been proposed for re-settlement of Marda village
outside the mine area at some suitable location. Provision for 8.12 ha gaothan land has
also been proposed in approved Project Report. Provision of 10 ha of land area has
been made for construction of residential colony for persons employed in Amalgamated
Yekona I & II OC.
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Land Use Pattern The land use pattern for the proposed project is as tabulated below :
Sl. No
Particulars Area (ha)
1. Quarry/ exposed Area (including existing quarry) 689.20 2. External OB dump (including Embankment) 320.02 3. Nalla Diversion and existing Nalla & Irrigation Canal 58.35 4. Residential Colony (Approximately) 10.00 5. Roads, Road diversion And Barriers due to roads
(Approximately) 30.00
6. Infrastructure and service roads (Approx.) 100.00 7. Flood protection embankment 44.37 8. Land for relocation of Marda village 8.00 9. Railway siding and its Approach road 30.00 10. Blasting / Safety zone along quarries and external dump 270.00 11. Rationalization of boundary 141.38 Total 1701.32
Now as explained earlier, considering urgent requirement of coal production and
involvement of forest land (0.62 ha) in the project area, Phase – I Mining Plan
excluding 21.31ha of non-forest land and 0.62 ha land of forest land (which is the total
forest land involved) has been prepared. Phase – I of the project is an interim
arrangement and no changes in any other parameters (except land as indicated
above) has been made with respect to TOR.
Total 1679.39 ha land will be involved in Phase-I of the proposal excluding 0.62 ha of
forest land and 21.31 ha non forest land (for maintaining mine geometry).
2.22 DIVERSION OF SURFACE FEATURES Diversion of necessary surface features has been envisaged for proposed project. Such
features are either passing through the quarry area or lying over proposed OB dump.
Feasibility study has been done during preparation of project report. The shortest
possible alignment for diversion has been proposed as per the approved Mining Plan.
2.22.1 Diversion of Irrigation Canal: There is a canal passing through proposed mine area. This canal is part of Lal Nallah
Irrigation Project. The entire area affected due to diversion will be used for the mining
purpose i.e. for proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC. The canal is being diverted in
such a way that there will be no effect on downstream users. In fact, quantum of water
will increase in downstream as around 1600 ha land through which canal is passing will
be acquired for the mining. Provision of 50 Lakh rupees is made for the proposed
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diversion. Necessary permission will be acquired from irrigation department before
proposed diversion.
2.22.2 Diversion of PWD road
Due to proximity to Warora town, many villages are settled in nearby area. These
villages are well connected by road network. Part of PWD road from Wanoja to Marda,
Warora to Madhari and Marda to Yekona is proposed for diversion.
Diversion of PWD road from Wanoja to Marda and Marda to Yekona
The road is passing through the quarry area of Yekona –II and proposed infrastructure
hence it is required to be dismantled and diverted around the mine boundary. Total
provision of 2.83 crores rupees has been made for proposed diversion. Necessary
permission will be acquired from the competent authority for the proposed diversion.
Diversion of PWD road from Warora to Madhari
The road is passing through the proposed quarry of Yekona I hence, it is necessary to
divert the road for mining operation of project. This road is being diverted along the
northern boundary in such a way that it have minimum effect on local transportation. If
diverted along the southern boundary the distance between Warora to Madhari will be
higher than proposed diversion along the northern boundary because road will required
to be diverted beyond Yekona-II Quarry which lies on the southern side of the existing
road. Total provision of 8.90 crores rupees has been made for proposed diversion.
Necessary permission will be acquired from the competent authority for the proposed
diversion.
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Figure 5 Road from Warora to Madhari Proposed to be diverted
2.22.3 Diversion of water pipeline
Water pipe line of Maharashtra Government for water supply from Yekona village to
Wanoja village passes through proposed Yekona I Quarry area, hence it is proposed to
be diverted. The proposed diversion will be along the diverted PWD road along the
northern boundary of the project. The provision of 1.0 crore rupees has been made for
proposed diversion.Necessary permission will be acquired from the competent authority
for the proposed diversion.
2.22.4 Diversion of Nallah
The proposed external dump of Yekona I quarry is on northern side of the quarry on
non-coal bearing area. The initial quantity of external OB is high in this quarry because
of existing geo mining condition (the width of quarry on the rise side is less hence
internal dumping is not possible till first 6 year of quarry working). This seasonal nallah is
passing the proposed OB dump area hence it is required to be diverted. The diversion
has been proposed along the boundary of OB dump. An embankment has also been
proposed against the nallah. It is shortest possible diverted route of nallah. Provisions of
4.78 crore rupees has been made for proposed diversion. Necessary permission will
have to be obtained from irrigation department before proposed diversion.
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Figure 6 Plan showing surface features in core zone and diverted routes
The above plan showing surface features in core zone and diverted routes is attached
as Annexure-V in A3 size.
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CHAPTER-III DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT
3.1 INTRODUCTION: Mining activities invariably affect the existing environmental status of the site. It has both
adverse and beneficial effects. In order to maintain the environmental commensuration
with the mining operation, it is essential to undertake studies on the existing
environmental scenario and assess the impact on different environmental components.
This would help in formulating suitable management plans and sustainable resource
extraction.
Baseline data on ambient air quality, water quality, noise level, flora & fauna, soil and
socio-economic scenario was generated in post-monsoon season, 2016. No mining
activities were started in the study area (core and buffer zone) at the time of baseline
data generation. Presently both Yekona-I & Yekona-II OC are on-going projects of WCL.
Mining operations at Yekona – II OC has been started since 2017-18.Mining operation
are likely to be commenced in Yekona-I OC before March’20.
Coal based thermal power plants of GMR Warora Energy limited (600 MW)
commissioned in 2013 and Sai Wardha Power Generation Limited (540 MW)
commissioned in 2010 located within the MIDC, Warora are only 1 km away from the
project boundary. They are major industries affecting environmental scenario within the
study area.
A coal mine, Shivani OC has been proposed in the west of the Amalgamated Yekona I &
II OC. The mine has been granted Environment Clearance for the production capacity of
1.4375 MTPA within ML area of 780 ha. However, the mining operation has not yet
started due to adverse economics of the project and want of cost plus agreement.
Marda village is located within the ML area and 50 meters away from the quarry limit.
Hence, the village is proposed to be rehabilitated and resettled as per the CIL R&R
policy. Warora town is located nearly 5 kms east of the project. Anandwan,
an ashram and a community rehabilitation center which was mainly started
for leprosy patients and the disabled from downtrodden section of society is located
around 6kms east of the project near Warora town.
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3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 3.2.1 Regional Climate
The region enjoys a very dry and semi humid climate throughout the year except in
monsoon season (June to September). Climate here witnesses a very hot weather
during the month of summer. It reaches its pinnacle in the month of May.
Blowing dry wind makes the climate scorching almost throughout the summer. The
maximum temperature remains more than 42° C. At times, it may reach to 48° C.
Monsoon advances in the month of June (Normal date of onset of monsoon over
Vidarbha region is 10thJune). Maximum rainfall occurs during July and August months.
Winter season here is spine chilling. Minimum temperatures hovers around 12° C. and
at times even dip below that level.
3.2.2 Micro-Meteorological Scenario Meteorological data collected at meteorological station representing the study area
during the study period (1st October 2016 to 31st December 2016) reveals the following
status:
(i) Wind Speed/Direction Generally, moderate to stronger winds prevailed throughout the season. Winds
were moderate particularly during the morning hours. During the afternoon hours
the winds were stronger. Wind speed readings were ranging from ≤0.5 m/sec to
4.2 m/sec. The seasonal average wind speed was observed to be 1.42 m/sec.
The wind pattern of the study period is presented below:
The analysis of wind pattern during the season showed that the predominant wind
directions were from North-East, East followed by North having frequencies
15.35%, 14.58% & 6.34% respectively.
The calm conditions prevailed 43.38%. The analysis of wind speeds during the
study period indicated that the low speed of 1 - 5 kmph occupied 51.58 % while
wind speed of 5 - 11 kmph occupied 4.75 % respectively. Higher than 11 kmph of
wind speed was not recorded during meteorological data generation.
(ii) Temperature Temperature values ranged between 9.5OC to 37.4OC. The seasonal average
temperature value during this period was found to be 26.0OC.
(iii) Relative Humidity
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The daily average relative humidity values were in the range of 56.3 to 59.61%.
The seasonal average humidity value was found to be 58.24%.
(iv) Cloud Cover Mostly clear sky was predominant during the study period.
(v) Atmospheric Pressure
The average atmospheric pressure value has been found to be around 29.61 in
Hg.
(vi) Rainfall Total 4 mm rainfall was recorded during the study period. The average rainfall
during the season was found to be 0.04 mm.
Data Collection and Analysis
The Micro- Meteorological data thus collected has been processed and analyzed as per
standard procedures. The seasonal wind distribution is given in the table below. The
meteorology status is also furnished in tabular form. Table 23 SEASONAL WIND DISTRIBUTION
Project: Yekona I & II OC Period: 01ST OCT.’2016 – 31ST DEC.’2016
03. Pandurni Village - SA3 S, 0.3 Km 3.0 Residential Area
Cross-wind
04. Wanoja Village – SA4 E, 0.5 Km 3.0 Residential Area
Cross-wind
05. Naydev Village – SA5 NE, 0.4 Km 3.0 Residential Area
Upwind (Near to thermal power
plants)
06. Mohbala Village – SA6 NNE, 1.2 Km 3.0 Residenti
al Area Upwind
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Figure 8 Plan showing Baseline Ambient Air Quality Stations
Figure 9 Baseline Air Quality Monitoring at Marda Village
Project: Yekona I & II O C Period: 01st Oct. 2016 to 21st Dec. 2016 Table 27 Location & Justification for Selection of AAQ Stations
Stn No.
Name of sampling station
Location of sampling station and its description
SA1 Core zone –I (Yekona Village)
It has been selected to assess baseline environmental status near Yekona village in Agricultural land. It is propose mining
Samplers
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area.
SA2 Core zone–II (Marda Village)
It has been selected to assess baseline environmental status in Marda Village. The AAQ station is within the ML Area and Marda village is proposed to be rehabilitated.
SA3 Pandurni Village
It is situated at a distance of 3.2 km in South direction of project area and selected to assess baseline environmental status in the residential area which lies in the second predominant downwind direction.
SA4 Wanoja Village It is situated at a distance of 0.5 km from project area in East direction. It is selected to assess baseline environmental status in the residential area in crosswind direction.
SA5 Naydev Village
It is situated at a distance of 0.4 km in North East direction of the project area. It is selected to assess baseline environmental status in the residential area in first predominant upwind direction. It located in close vicinity of the Thermal Power Plants.
SA6 Mohbala Village
It is situated at a distance of 1.2 km from project area in North-east direction. It is selected to assess baseline environmental status in the residential area in second predominant upwind direction.
Project: Yekona I & II O C Period: 01st Oct. 2016 to 21st Dec. 2016 Table 28 Monitored Parameters and Frequency Of Sampling
Sl. No. Parameters Sampling Frequency Total No. of
Readings 01 PM10 2days/week/Season
(on 24 hourly basis) 24
02 PM2.5 2days/week/Season (on 24 hourly basis) 24
03 Sulphur dioxide (SO2) 2days/week/Season (on 24 hourly basis) 24
04 Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) 2days/week/Season (on 24 hourly basis) 24
3.3.1 Data presentation & analysis
The ambient air quality data collected and the abstract of the same is given in the Tables
below
Table 29 Ambient Air Quality Data Yekona Village Period: 03rd Oct. 2016 to 21st Dec. 2016 Location: Core zone –I (Yekona Village) –- SA1
WEEK DAY DATE CONCENTRATION OF AIR POLLUTANTS, µg/m3
11 Sodium as Na 91 101 104 65 - 12 Potassium as K 24 28 24 19 - - 13 Silica as SiO2 16 15 17 13 - - 14 Iron as Fe 0.05 0.05 0.06 0.04 0.04 0.3 15 Residual Chlorine BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.02 0.2 16 Detergent NT NT NT NT - -
METALS 1 Manganese as Mn BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.05 0.1/0.3 2 Total Chromium as Cr BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.01 0.05 3 Lead as Pb BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.05 0.01 4 Zinc as Zn 0.31 0.33 0.36 0.30 - 5.0/15 5 Cadmium as Cd BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.01 0.01 6 Copper as Cu BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.02 0.003 7 Nickel as Ni BDL BDL BDL BDL - 0.02
8 Arsenic as As BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.01 0.05
9 Selenium as Se BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.01 0.01 10 Aluminium as Al BDL BDL BDL BDL 0.01 0.03/0.2
OTHERS 1 Mineral Oil NT NT NT NT - 0.5/
2 Phenolic Compound as C6H5OH NT NT NT NT 0.001 0.001/0.002
CHEMICAL 1 P- Alkalinity as CaCO3 NIL NIL - * 2 Total Alkalinity as CaCO3 168 179 - * 3 Chloride as Cl 27 28 - 600 4 Sulphate as SO4 41 42 - 400 5 Nitrate as N 1.81 1.84 - 50 6 Fluoride as F <0.4 <0.4 - 1.5 7 Total Hardness as CaCO3 149 168 - * 8 Calcium Hardness as CaCO3 96 112 - * 9 Magnesium Hardness as CaCO3 60 64 - * 10 Dissolve Oxygen 6.8 6.6 - 4.0 11 COD 4.8 6.1 - * 12 BOD (3 days at 27
oC) 2.4 2.4 - 3.0
13 Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen as N 0.34 0.40 - * 14 Sodium as Na 39 41 - * 15 Potassium as K 9 12 - * 16 Silica as SiO2 11 14 - *
METALS 1 Iron as Fe 0.06 0.07 0.04 5.0 2 Manganese as Mn BDL BDL 0.05 * 3 Hexavalent Chromium as Cr6+ BDL BDL 0.006 0.05 4 Total Chromium as Cr (Cr3++Cr6+) BDL BDL - - 5 Lead as Pb BDL BDL 0.04 0.1 6 Zinc as Zn 0.30 0.42 - 15.0 7 Cadmium as Cd BDL BDL 0.01 0.01 8 Copper as Cu BDL BDL 0.02 1.5 9 Nickel as Ni BDL BDL - * 10 Arsenic as As BDL BDL 0.01 0.2 11 Selenium as Se BDL BDL 0.01 0.05 12 Cyanide as CN BDL BDL 0.02 0.05 13 Mercury as Hg BDL BDL 0.001
OTHERS 1 Oil & Grease BDL BDL 0.1 0.1 2 Phenolic Compound as C6H5OH NT NT 0.001 0.005
3 Coliform Organisms (MPN/100ml) 880 798 - 5000
Note: 1) BDL – Below Detectable Level; 2) * - Limit Not specified; 3) NT- Not Traceable Results & Discussion The physico-chemical characteristics of the surface water samples collected from the two
locations have shown great resemblance with respect to the characteristics like temperature,
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turbidity, pH, colour, odour, chloride, sulphate, total alkalinity, total hardness, TDS and heavy
metals, etc. The range of concentrations of important parameters of surface water
characteristics have been presented hereunder:
Table 34 Surface Water Characteristics Wardha River
Parameters
Range of recorded Concentration (Results expressed in mg/l except pH)
Minimum Maximum Tolerance Limit as per IS: 2296 Class ‘C’
pH 7.3 7.5 6.5-8.5 Total Suspended Solids 15 20 - Total Dissolved Solids 289 311 1500 Total Hardness, as CaCO3 149 168 - Calcium Hardness as CaCO3 96 112 - Chloride as Cl 27 28 600 Sulphate as SO4 41 42 400 Nitrate as N 1.81 1.84 50 Iron as Fe 0.06 0.07 5.0
From the results presented in above table, it may safely be concluded that the physio-
chemical characteristics of the surface water samples have a good resemblance with respect
to almost all the parameters and are well within limits specified in Surface Water Standard
IS: 2296. As regards metals, except Iron and Zinc, all the other were not traceable. From the
above, it may be concluded that all the parameters of the surface water samples are well
within the specified limits of IS: 2296 Class ‘C’.
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Surface Water Quality During Study Period
Alkalinity as CaCO3
SO4 & NO3 as CaCO3
Cl as CaCO3
Na & K as CaCO3
Mg as CaCO3
Ca as CaCO3
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3.5 HYDROGEOLOGICAL SET- UP Topography and drainage: The area of the block has gently undulating topography. The minimum and maximum
elevations of the area under consideration are 187 m and 203.72 m above M.S.L.
respectively with slope towards South-West.
The main drainage of the area is controlled by South Easterly flowing Wardha River
situated towards South Western direction from the mine boundary. The area is also
drained by South Westerly flowing fifth order Daiwal nala/nadi situated near North West
direction of the mine boundary. This nala ultimately discharges into the Wardha River
near Niljai village. The highest flood level of Wardha River in the area is about 198 m.
As Wardha River flows close to the South-Western part of mine lease hold boundary
(dip side of Yekona-II Mine) there is a proposal for construction of flood protection
embankment in the project report, at a distance of about 100 m from River with 30 m
width and 6 m height above HFL. However, as there exists a barrage on Wardha River
near the South-West end of the mine lease hold boundary, it is advised that the HFL of
Wardha River should be continuously monitored near the mine area and necessary
steps should be taken if required keeping in view the safety aspect.
3.5.1 Aquifers
The aquifers of the study area i.e. both Yekona-I and II quarry can be broadly classified
as Shallow and Deeper aquifers, detail of the same are mentioned below:
(i) Shallow aquifer:
The shallow aquifer is composed of black cotton soil and Kamthi formation. The entire
study area is capped by black cotton soil which is underlain by Kamthi Formation.
Kamthi Formation consists of medium to coarse grained sandstone. Shallow aquifer
extends up to the depth about 30 m. Potentiality of this aquifer is medium to high.
(ii) Deeper aquifer:
The deeper aquifer is represented mainly by Barakar Formation. The contact between
Kamthi and Barakar Formation is unconformable in nature. The Barakar Formation is
composed of fine to medium grained sandstones (relatively compact than Kamthi
formation), clay and shale with coal seams. The vertical permeability of Barakar
Formation is less due to occurrence of impermeable coal seams/shale repeatedly. In
area considered for Yekona II, Motur formation consisting of clayey lithology is present
which act as an aquitard.
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The types of aquifers encountered in the study area are given below in the following
table: Table 35 Type of aquifers in the study area
Type Aquifer Formation
Thickness Range (m)
Yekona I Yekona II
Shallow Aquifer
Unconfined Soil / Detrital Mantle 6.00 to 31.00 3.00 to 12.00
HYDROGRAPH OF OBSERVATION WELL (M-46) AT VILLAGE PANJURNI SITUATED AT A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 2 KM IN NW DIRECTION FROM THE PROJECT BOUNDARY
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Table 38 Aquifer Parameters for Amalgamated Yekona-I and II OC Mine Sl.No. Parameters value
1 Hydraulic conductivity
(m/day)
2.20
2 Storage co-efficient 1.57 x 10-4 to 1.1 x 10-3
3 Specific Yield 0.05
3.5.5 Ground Water Resources in the Area:
GROUND WATER RESOURCE ESTIMATION (AS PER GEC-2015) IN THEBUFFER ZONE
The ground water resource estimation has been done by using latest methodology i.e.
GEC-2015 as given below:
GROUND WATER DRAFT The groundwater withdrawal here is generally for irrigation, domestic and Mine use and is
quantified as under: Table 39 Gross Groundwater Draft for ‘All Uses’
GROUNDWATER DRAFT Monsoon (120 days)
Non-monsoon (245 days)
Total
M m3 M m3 M m3 1 Net irrigation use
i. Proportional quantity for 2134.75 Ha area
0.00 0.23 0.23 {Draft from Irrigation in Warora development block }
2 COMMUNITY USE i. Projected population (i.e. 2025 AD) =
83266 (@ 60 lpcd) 0.60 1.22 1.82 ii. Mine use (mine water & tubewell): 1 1 mine in buffer zone 0.03 0.07 0.10 Total 0.03 0.07 0.10 Sub-Total (2(i)+2(ii)) 0.63 1.29 1.92
3 Net Annual Mine Discharge (M m3) Monsoon Non-monsoon Total
i 1 mine in buffer zone 0.52 1.06 1.58 Total Mine Pumping in the Area 0.52 1.06 1.58 Mine use 0.03 0.07 0.10 Total discharge after mine use 0.49 0.99 1.48 Net mine discharge in the area 0.49 0.99 1.48 Gross Annual Groundwater Draft for ‘All uses’ in Buffer Zone 1.12 2.51 3.63
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GROUND WATER RECHARGE: Table 40Rainfall Recharge in the study area by Rainfall infiltration method during monsoon and
non-monsoon season Description of items
1 Area a. Sedimentary Area (km2) 154 i) Alluvium/Kamthi 154 b. Hard Rock Area (km2) 160 i) Basalt 160
2 Average Rainfall (mm) during 1163.1 a. Monsoon season rainfall (mm) (June to Sept) 1017.5
b. Non-monsoon season rainfall (mm) (Oct to May) 145.6 c. Minimum threshold value of rainfall (mm) 116.31 d. Maximum threshold value of rainfall (mm) 3000
3 Rainfall infiltration factor
Sedimentary Hard Rock Alluvium/Kamthi- 0.15
Basalt- 0.07
4 Rainfall recharge in the study area by rainfall infiltration factor method
a. Monsoon season (M m3) = [(1) * {(2d)-(2c)} *(3)/1000] if (2a) > (2d) = [(1) * {(2a)-(2c)} * (3)/1000] if (2a) <= (2d)
30.91
i) Sedimentary 20.82 ii) Hard Rock 10.09
b. Non-monsoon season (M m3) = Nil if (2b) <= (2c)
Table 42 Rainfall Recharge during Monsoon season after comparing results from Water Table
Fluctuation Method and Rainfall Infiltration Factor Method during monsoon season Description of items Quantity
1 Rainfall Recharge during monsoon season a. By Water Table Fluctuation Method (M m3) 19.92 b. By Rainfall Infiltration Factor Method (M m3) 30.91
2
Difference between (1a) and (1b) expressed as a percentage of (1b), ‘PD’
-35.55%
3 Rainfall Recharge in the study area during monsoon season after considering the ‘PD’
24.73 [ = (1a) if ‘PD’ is between -20 and +20% = 0.8 * (1b) if ‘PD’ is less than -20% = 1.20 * (1b) if ‘PD’ is greater than +20% ]
Table 43Net Groundwater Availability in the study area Description of items M m3
1 Rainfall Recharge in the study area
a. During Monsoon season (Rainfall Infiltration Method) 24.73 b. During Non-monsoon season (Rainfall Infiltration Method) 1.01 c. Annual [ (1a) + (1b) ] 25.74 2 Recharge from ‘Other Sources’ a. During Monsoon season 0.05 Return flow from Excess mine water [ 20% as seepage factor] 0.01
Recharge through water bodies in the area (0.75 x 18750 m3 (storage capacity) x 3 (total no. of fillings)) 0.04
b. During Non-monsoon season 0.25 Return flow from Irrigation [ 20 % of Irrigation Draft ] 0.05 Return flow from Excess mine water [ 20% as a seepage factor ] 0.20 Recharge through water bodies in the area negligible c. Annual [ (2a) + (2b) ] M m3 0.30 3 Are Environmental Flows assessed (Yes/No) No 4 Total Annual Groundwater Recharge [ (1c) + (2c) ] 26.04 5 Environmental flows in (M m3) 2.60
a. [ 0.05 * (4) ] if response to (3) is "NO" and rainfall recharge during monsoon season computed by ‘Water table Fluctuation Method’ -
b. [ 0.10 * (4) ] if response to (3) is "NO" and rainfall recharge during monsoon season is "NOT" computed by ‘Water table Fluctuation Method’ 2.60
6 Net Annual Groundwater Availability in the study area [ (4) – (5) ] M m3 23.44
PD= [( ) ( )]( )
∗ 100
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7 Annual Gross Groundwater Draft for all uses in the study area 3.63
Table 44Stage of Groundwater Extraction in the study area
Description of items Buffer Zone 1. Stage of Groundwater Extraction 15.49% a. Net Groundwater Availability (M m3) 23.44
b. Annual Gross Groundwater Draft (M m3) 3.63 c. Balance Available Annual Groundwater Recharge (M m3) 19.81
The present stage of ground water extraction in and around the project area is 15.49% which can be categorized as safe area. As per CGWB, Central Region, Nagpur the ‘Stage of ground water extraction’ in Warora tehsil, in which mine is located is 16.57%.
Ground water Balance Flowchart for Yekona-I and II OC Mine
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3.5.6 Ground Water Quality
The groundwater quality in the area has been monitored by WCL through CMPDI, an
ISO-9001 company and the results (2018-19) indicate that groundwater quality in the
area does not contain any toxic elements. Generally, the pH value varies from6.8 -
7.30which is within the desirable range of 6.5 to 8.5. The concentration of ‘Total
Dissolved Solids’ (TDS) is low to high varying from 270 – 1550 mg/l which is within the
permissible limit of 2000 mg/l. The Fluoride content ranges between 0.45 – 0.84 mg/l
which falls within desirable limit of 1.0 mg/l and Nitrates ranges from 26-44 mg/l which
is also within the desirable limit of 45 mg/l. Normally, the coal mining activity does not
induce any unwanted chemical or elements into the groundwater except for ‘Total
Suspended Solids’ (TSS). The ground water quality analysis data (2018-19) for Amalg.
Yekona-I and II OC Mine is given below:
Sl. No Parameters
Test Method Limits of Detection
Analysis Result Sampling Code, Location &
Sample collection date Standard ( IS : 10500 : 2012)
25 Nickel-mg/l IS 3025 (Part 54) : 2003, AAS-Flame Method
0.02 <0.02 0.02 No relaxation
26 Aluminum -mg/l*
APHA, 22nd Edition AAS-GTA
0.03 <0.005 0.1 0.2
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3.6 AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY SCENARIO To know the background Ambient Noise level of the Project site and its surrounding
Environment, 6 locations (Two in core zone and four in buffer zone) were identified for
baseline study.
The noise level Monitoring Stations are given below in Table below: Project: Yekona I & II OC Period: 1st Oct. 2016 to 31st Dec. 2016
Location Code Location Name Direction & distance
w.r.t Project Site Description SN1 Core zone I – Yakona Village - Industrial area SN2 Core zone II – Marda Village - Industrial area SN3 Pandurni Village S, 0.3 Km Residential area SN4 Wanoja Village E, 0.5 Km Residential area SN5 Naydev Village NE, 0.4 Km Residential area SN6 Mohbala Village NNE, 1.2 Km Residential area
An Integrated Sound Level Meter, Type-2225, make B&K Denmark, was used for sound level
measurements from Six ambient air quality locations during day time and night time at an
interval of four hours for one day for two months.
Table 46 Seasonal Ambient Noise Level Data during Day Time Period: 01st Oct 2016 – 25th Dec 2016
STANDARD FOR NOISE
Industrial Area Residential Area 75 (dB) 75(dB) 55 (dB) 55 (dB) 55(dB) 55 (dB)
15. Nitrogen as N, kg/ha 271.9 265.3 286.2 16. Phosphorous as P2O5, kg/ha 22.1 21.5 23.2 17. Potash as K2O, kg/ha 125.4 131.2 146.4
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Soil Fertility Quality Standard w.r.t C:N:P:K
Sl. No. PARAMETERS QUALITY STATUS
Poor Medium Fertile 1 Organic Carbon % <0.5 0.5 to 0.75 >0.75 2 Nitrogen as N, kg/ha <280 280 to 560 >560 3 Phosphorus as P2O5, kg/ha <23 23 to 57 >57 4 Potash as K2O, kg/ha <133 133 to 337 >337
Period: Oct. 2016 – Dec. 2016 Location: Agricultural Land – Marda Village - SS2
Table 51 Characteristics of Soil - Marda Village
Sl. No. Parameters
Observed Value SS2
(0-30cm) (30-60cm) (60-90cm)
1. Soil Texture Sandy Clay Loam
Sandy Clay Loam
Sandy Clay Loam
2.
Grain Size,% a) Sand 64.95 64.11 64.69 b) Silt content 15.36 16.91 16.56 c) Clay content 19.32 18.61 18.59
15. Nitrogen as N, kg/ha 269.3 291.1 296.2 16. Phosphorous as P2O5, kg/ha 23.1 27.4 24.2 17. Potash as K2O, kg/ha 130.1 146.5 151.2
Table 52 Soil Fertility Quality Standard w.r.t C:N:P:K Sl. No. PARAMETERS QUALITY STATUS
Poor Medium Fertile 1 Organic Carbon % <0.5 0.5 to 0.75 >0.75 2 Nitrogen as N, kg/ha <280 280 to 560 >560 3 Phosphorus as P2O5, kg/ha <23 23 to 57 >57 4 Potash as K2O, kg/ha <133 133 to 337 >337
15. Nitrogen as N, kg/ha 251.8 274.5 271.6 16. Phosphorous as P2O5, kg/ha 24.3 26.8 27.2 17. Potash as K2O, kg/ha 122.8 133.3 135.4
Soil Fertility Quality Standard w.r.t C:N:P:K
Sl. No. PARAMETERS QUALITY STATUS
Poor Medium Fertile 1 Organic Carbon % <0.5 0.5 to 0.75 >0.75 2 Nitrogen as N, kg/ha <280 280 to 560 >560 3 Phosphorus as P2O5, kg/ha <23 23 to 57 >57 4 Potash as K2O, kg/ha <133 133 to 337 >337
The soil quality in the project area appears to be good and would support after suitable
reclamation measures.
Conclusion
Texture: Soil sample bearing code SS1 collected from different depth (0-30, 30-60 &
60-90) cm represents the sandy loam texture pattern with high degree of consistency
with sand percentage ranging from 64.86 % to 65.41 %. Texture of the sample code
SS3 appears as sandy clay loam. The clay content varied with depth. In case of sample
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code SS2 the distribution texture appears similar with high % of sand ranging from
64.11 % to 64.95 % has been found. The texture falls in sandy loam quality.
Porosity: Porosity of the sample collected from the three different sampling locations
presents a normal quality of arable soil which ranges from 33.5 to 42.30 %.
Bulk Density: The bulk density is an important characteristic of soil which has been
found in the range of 1.32 to 1.41 g/cm3.
pH: The pH of the soil has been found to vary between 6.4 to 6.7. It is slightly acidic
and good for transportation of mineral matters and nutrients from soil to plant.
Organic Carbon: Organic carbon is one of the important characteristics of the soil
represents for fixation of nitrogen and survival of the various macro and micro-
organisms. It has been found enough i.e. 0.5 % in all the samples under study.
Water Holding Capacity: WHC of soil collected from different locations ranges from
33.8 to 47.2 % shows normal characteristics.
SAR: It has been found to vary 6.5 to 7.5 which does not constitute any adverse
remarks.
N: P: K Ratio: N: P: K Ratio indicates that the soil quality will support vegetation in the
study area.
Figure 12 Cotton Plantation in Core Zone Area
3.7 FLORA & FAUNA Study of the biological environment is one of the most important aspects of EIA. This
again has a special importance in case of mining project due its location. Mining leases
and surrounding area are mostly located in the Agricultural Land, minor Forest area,
Commercial area, Habitations and water body. The biological communities are good
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indicators of climatic and edaphic factors. It is important to conserve natural flora and
fauna of an area. EIA helps to identify the impact of the mining on the ecosystem and to
check the damage. It suggests measures so that a particular ecosystem can improve &
minimize damage. In the preset study, mainly terrestrial ecosystem has been
considered.
The study was under taken during November 2016. Primary survey was under taken in
the Core zone and Buffer Zone during the monitoring period.
The objectives of this study were as follows:
To conduct brief study in cultivated and naturally occurring species in the core
and buffer zone.
Survey of terrestrial & aquatic flora and fauna for core and buffer zone.
Survey of flora covering types e.g. agricultural crops, commercial crops, natural
vegetation/forest types, grass lands.
Survey of species protected by specific legislation (Rare, endangered, critically
endangered, endemic and vulnerable).
To identify locations and features of ecological significance.
To generate secondary information with the help of public consultation for
assessment of flora / fauna /avifauna and other life forms for different activity
phases in the study area.
Activities undertaken during the study: 1. Flora survey
- Identification and enumeration of different plant species such as Tree, shrub,
herb, climber and grasses.
- Diversity assessment for different plant species
- Analysis of Rare-Endangered-Threatened flora
2. Fauna survey
- Documentation of Avian, Reptilian, Insect, Amphibian, Mammal and other
faunal diversity
- Observations by direct and indirect evidences (Direct evidence- Sighting
and hearing, Indirect evidence- Tracks and signs, nests, feathers/ hairs,
Pellets/ scats and other signs
- Analysis of Scheduled species
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3. Habitat/microhabitat diversity in the project site and surrounding areas within
10 km range from the site.
4. Photo documentation
Survey Limitation: The survey recorded the flora and fauna evident during 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 the visit. The report represents ecological status of
the area evident during the period of the study.
The survey team has tried to collect the secondary information for the species which
are not observed during site visit but can see in the study area through public
consultation.
Methodology Desk Study
The purpose of the desk study was to see land use of the study area through remote
sensing images 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 carried out by referring literature related to ecology and biodiversity of the
region or other related areas encompassing the proposed site. Literature survey was
also undertaken by collecting and stating research papers and reports specific to the
region.
Flora
An ecological survey was conducted during November 2016 to generate baseline data
on flora and fauna of the project. The study has covered the following aspects to
appraise the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report: S. No Floral component 1. Agricultural crops 2. Commercial crops 3. Plantations/Agro-forestry 4. Natural Vegetation/Forest type 5. Grassland Vegetation 6. Endangered/ Endemic species 7. Aquatic flora
Analysis of vegetation in relation to natural forest flora and croplands was conducted
through reconnaissance field surveys and insight observations in core and buffer zone
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villages. The plant species identification was done based on the morphological
characteristics and reproductive materials i.e. flowers, fruits and seeds.
Fauna and Avifauna:
The study of fauna takes substantial amount of time to understand the specific faunal
characteristics of the area. The assessment of fauna has been done by extensive field
survey of the area. During survey Line Transect method was used for the study of
mammals and Transact and Patch Sampling were used for Amphibians. In addition the
following sources were also used during survey.
Sighting during ecological studies
Animal call
Foot mark and excreta
During survey, the presence of wildlife was also confirmed from the local inhabitants
depending on the animal sightings and the frequency of their visits in the project area
which was later confirmed from different government offices like forest department,
wildlife department etc. S. No Faunal elements 1. Total Listing of Faunal elements 2. Endangered Species (wildlife schedules) 3. Endemic Species 4. Migratory Species 5. Migratory corridors or Paths 6. Breeding & Spawning Grounds 7. Aquatic fauna
During Birds survey actual counts of birds were made following the standard survey
technique. Observations were made during a walk through in the chosen transect for
sighting birds. The number of birds observed in each sampling location was directly
counted and listing was made. Birds were noted, counted and identified with the help of
8X40 “Optima Zenith” binocular and standard field identification guides.
Reptiles / Amphibians:
During survey observations were made by standard survey techniques. The reptiles
and amphibians were counted by Transact and Patch Sampling. The number observed
in each sampling location was directly counted and listing was made. The identification
was made by using standard field identification guides.
Sampling Stations (Study Area)
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Majority of the region, falling in the 10 km radius consists of Agricultural landscape
often interrupted by developmental activities. Wardha River flows on the western
boundary of the project and covers study area from east to west. Sampling locations
were strategically selected to collect maximum data on vegetation pattern, faunal
diversity and Habitat diversity. Different land use were studied to get maximum diversity
in areas demarcated as core zone (lease area) and buffer zone (upto 10 km from lease
Table 56List of grasses/ climbers/ bamboo species observed in the Core zone
GRASSES SL No. Local Name Botanical Name Family 1. Ghoda lenji, Sinkula Arsitida setaceae Gramineae 2. Khar Cymbopogon martini Poaceae 3. Khas khas Vetiveria zizanioides Gramineae 4. Sukla Heteropogon
Commercial Crops Commercial crops like cotton, pulses and oil seeds are cultivated in the crop lands of
the project areas along with traditional crop varieties during post-monsoon period of
November, December and January for subsistence income generation and livelihood of
local communities. The list of commercial crops grown in the project areas are
presented in table below.
Source: Secondary sources, Public Consultation and Field survey
Table 61 List of Cash (Commercial) Crops in Buffer Zone Crop variety Family name Botanical name Local /Trade name Pulses,Vegetables, Beans etc.
Fabacea Cajanus cajan Tuar Phaseolus mungo Mung Dolichos lablab Sem -- Glycine Max Soyabean Linaceae Linum usitatissimum Alsi/Linseed Malvaceae Hibiscus subdrifolia Lalambadi Gossypium hirsute Kappas Pedaliaceae Sessamum indicum Til Euphorbiaceae Ricinus communis Arandi Cucurbiataceae Coccinia indica Kundru Solanacea Lycopersicon lycopersicum Tomato Solanaceae Capsicum annum Mirchi
Grass Lands The grass lands are mixed up with natural forest vegetation of low lands and in
cultivable waste lands.
Endangered Flora No endangered plant species in the Core zone of Mining project was recorded.
Endemic Flora No endemic plant species have been recorded in the Core and Buffer zones of the
project areas.
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Aquatic Flora No perennial aquatic bodies are present in the Core and in Buffer zones there is aquatic
body (i.e. Wardha River and tributaries Etc.). The aquatic flora observed in the village
ditches and stretches of river Wardha. Table 62 Aquatic plants of Buffer zone
Family name Botanical name Local/Trade name Convolvulaceae Ipomoea aquatica Water spinach Nelumbonaceae Nelumbo nucifera Lotus Gentianaceae Nymphoides indica Floating Leaf
Ecologically important plant species Plants are essential for the existence of life on Earth. They play a major role in
maintaining the ecological balance on Earth. They exist in the food chain as the primary
producers and provide life to animals at the higher trophic level. Also, the exchange of
gases in the atmosphere takes place through the cycle of photosynthesis. They adhere
to the substratum and provide a stable base for soil. They play an important role in the
water cycle where transpiration and evaporation of water from leaves results in
formation of water vapor which subsequently results in rain. Different plant communities
have diverse roles to play. Starting from the Phyto-planktons, these minute creatures
are the primary producers and exist in vast oceans where they trap atmospheric CO2
and also act as food for the zooplanktons. On land we have groups of lichens,
bryophytes, pteridophtyes, gymnosperms and angiosperms.
In the Biosphere, a good number of birds and animals are totally dependent on plants
for food and shelter. Grasses are a good source of food for animals. Also, they provide
a good hiding place for animals. Few bird species build their nests in the grasslands as
abundant food (grass seeds) is available for the young ones. The agriculture fields of
the study area have attracted Great Indian Bustard in the region. Bushy vegetation
provides good shelter for borrowing animals and reptiles. Also, they serve as good
nesting places for passiformes. Large trees are most suitable for nesting by large birds
like raptures and vultures. They also provide shade and food for foraging animals.
Table 63 List of ecologically important plant species observed in the Buffer zone Sr. No. Plant species
Common Name Family Habit Status
Main Attractant for animals
1 Aegele marmelos Bel Rutaceae Tree Native Flowers and fruits
2 Albizia lebbeck Kala- Leguminosae Tree Native Flower and
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Sr. No. Plant species
Common Name Family Habit Status
Main Attractant for animals
siris Fruits
3 Anogeissus latifolia Dhaora Sappotaceae Tree Native Fruits
4 Bauhinia racemosa Asta Leguminosae Tree Native Flowers
5 Bombax ceiba Semal Malvaceae Tree Native Flowers
6 Buchanania latifolia Achar
Anacardiaceae Tree Native Fruits
7 Butea monosperma Palas Leguminosae Tree Native Flowers
8 Cassia fistula Amaltas Leguminosae Tree Native Fruits 9 Dalbergia sisoo Sisoo Leguminosae Tree Native Fruits
10 Diospyros melanoxylon Tendu Ebenaceae Tree Native Fruits
11 Ficus benghalensis Bar Moraceae Tree Native Fruits
12 Ficus glomerata Gular Moraceae Tree Native Fruits 13 Ficus religiosa Pipal Moraceae Tree Native Fruits
14 Lagerstroemia parviflora Seja Lythraceae Tree Native Flower
15 Madhuca longifolia Mahua
Euphorbiaceae Tree Native Flowers
16 Mangifera indica Am Anacardiaceae Tree Native
Flower and Fruits
17 Pongamia pinnata Karanj Leguminosae Tree Native Flowers
18 Shorea robusta Sal Dipterocarpaceae Tree Native Fruits
19 Tamarindus indica Imli Leguminosae Tree
Introduced Fruits
20 Tectona grandis Sagon Verbenaceae Tree Native Flowers
21 Terminalia arjuna Arjun Combretaceae Tree Native
Fruits and flowers
22 Terminalia belerica Bahera
Combretaceae Tree Native Flowers
Source: Survey team in consultation with concern state forest officials, secondary sources and local people
Faunal diversity: Faunal assessment provides a basis for determining relative abundance and rarity of
each species which is important for assessing the diversity of fauna of a particular area.
Since animals are capable of movements from one place to another, this makes their
study entirely different. Different animals prefer different types of habitat for food and
shelter.
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The Core zone of the study area is dominated by Minor Vegetation and agricultural
fields. Some and other with shrubby vegetation therefore not much sightings of Fauna
was possible. The Faunal diversity in the core site was limited to Reptiles, Butterflies
and some insect species.
In the Buffer region due to the presence of different land-uses, good diversity of faunal
groups observed. It was learnt through the consultation with local public that Great
Indian Bustard which is an endangered species have been sighted occasionally in the
agriculture fields of the study area.
Mammal diversity No mammals other than common Squirrel and domesticated cows and dogs were seen
in and around the core site. According to the information collected from forest and
wildlife department, Indian plam squirrel (Funambulus palmarum), Little Indian field
mouse (Mus booduga) etc. are generally observed in and around the core zone.
The buffer zone of 10 km from the project boundary was taken for the study of
mammalian diversity of the study area. The species like Indian grey mongoose
(Herpestes edwardsi) and Indian plam squirrel (Funambulus palmarum). List of
Mammals that can be found in core and buffer zone is attached in the table below. Table 64 List of mammals observed in the core zone
Sl No.
Local Name
English name
Scientific Name
Family IUCN category
Schedule as per WPA
1. Chuchundra House shrew
Suncus murinus
Soridae Least Concern
Schedule IV
2. Pati Rhesus macaque
Macaca mulatta
Cercopithecidae Least Concern
Schedule III
3. Hatia neula Indian grey mongoose
Herpestes edwardsi
Herpestidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
4. Barha Wild boar Sus scrofa Suidae Least Concern
Schedule III
5. Indian Grey Mongoose
Indian Grey Mongoose
Herpestes edwardsi
----- Least Concern
Schedule-IV, Section, 6A
6. Sasa, Thekua
Indian hare
Lepus nigricollis ruficaudatus
Leporidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
7. Patta musa common plam squirrel
Funambulus palmarum Sciuridae Least
Concern Schedule IV
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8. Jhinka Indian crested porcupine
Hystrix indica indica
Hystricidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
9. Musa Rufous house rat
Rattus rattus Muridae Least Concern
Not enlisted
10. - Little Indian field mouse
Mus booduga Muridae Least Concern
Schedule
LC – Least Concern, NT – Near Thretened, VU – Vulnerable, EN – Endengered
Table 65 List of mammals observed in the study area (Buffer zone) SL No.
Local Name
English name
Scientific Name
Family IUCN category
Schedule as per WPA
1 Baduri Indian flying fox
Pteropus giganteus
Pteropodidae Least Concern
Schedule V
2 - Indian
fulvous bat
Rousettus leschenaulti
Pteropodidae Least Concern
Schedule V
3 Chemani Short-
nosed fruit bat
Cynopterus sphinx
Pteropodidae Least Concern
Schedule V
4
- Black beared sheath tailed bat
Taphozous melanopogon Emballonuridae Least
Concern Schedule IV
5 Chuchundra House shrew
Suncus murinus
Soridae Least Concern
Schedule IV
6 Pati Rhesus macaque
Macaca mulatta
Cercopithecidae Least Concern
Schedule III
7 Saliapatiri, Musa bilei
Indian small civet
Viverricula indica
Veverridae Least Concern
Schedule IV
8 Katasha, odha
Common palm civet
Paradoxurus hermaphrodites
Veverridae Least Concern
Schedule IV
9 Hatia neula Indian
grey mongoose
Herpestes edwardsi
Herpestidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
10 Gadhia, Hundala, Hetabagha
Striped Hyaena
Hyaena hyaena
Hyaenidae Near threatened
Schedule III
11 Barha Wild boar Sus scrofa Suidae Least Concern
Schedule III
12 Kutra, Kutura
Barking deer
Munitiacus muntjak malabaricus
Cervidae Least Concern
Schedule III
13 Chital, Singala
Spotted deer
Axis axis Cervidae Least Concern
Schedule III
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SL No.
Local Name
English name
Scientific Name
Family IUCN category
Schedule as per WPA
14 Sambhar Sambhar Rusa unicolor Cervidae Least Concern
Schedule III
15 Sasa, Thekua
Indian hare
Lepus nigricollis ruficaudatus
Leporidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
16 Patta musa common plam squirrel
Funambulus palmarum Sciuridae Least
Concern Schedule IV
17 Jhinka Indian crested porcupine
Hystrix indica indica
Hystricidae Least Concern
Schedule IV
18 Musa Rufous house rat
Rattus rattus Muridae Least Concern
Not enlisted
19 - Little Indian field mouse
Mus booduga Muridae Least Concern
Schedule
LC – Least Concern, NT – Near Threatened, VU – Vulnerable, EN – Endangered Source: Survey team in consultation with concern state forest officials, secondary
sources and local people Reptiles and Amphibians: Many species of reptiles and amphibians are observed in the study area. During field
visit common species were observed in different locations of core and buffer zone.
The list of Reptiles and Amphibians recorded in core and buffer zone of the study area
of proposed project site is presented in table below.
Table 66 List of reptiles and amphibians observed in the core zone SL No.
Local Name
English Name
Scientific Name
Family WPA IUCN
I. Lizards 1. Jhitpiti House lizard Hemidactylus
brooki gray Gekkonidae
- -
2. Endua Rock gaeko Hemidactylus maculates
Gekkonidae
- -
3. Bahurupi kuasap
Garden gaeko
Colotes versicolor Gekkonidae
- -
4. Bahurupi Indian chameleon
Chamaeleo zeylanicus
Chamaeleonidae
- -
5. Champeineul
Skink Mabuya bibroni Sciencidae - -
II. Snakes 1. Tambanag Copper head Elephe Helena Colubridae IV - 2. Dhamana - Elephe radiate Colubridae IV -
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SL No.
Local Name
English Name
Scientific Name
Family WPA IUCN
sap 3. Kandanali Tree snake Lycodon straitus Colubridae IV - 4. Tree snake Dendrelaphis
tristis Colubridae IV -
5. Chitti sap Common Indian krait
Dendrelaphis ahaetulla
Colubridae IV -
6. Luni benga Common Indian toad
Bufo melanosticus Bufonidae - LC
7. - Marbled toad Bufo somasticus Microhylidae
- LC
8. - Balloon frog Uperodon globulosus
Microhylidae
- LC
9. Brahmani benga
Skipping frog Rana cyanophlyctis
Ranidae IV LC
10. Brahmani benga
Indian bull frog
Rana tigerina Ranidae IV LC
11. - Paddy field frog
Rana limnocharis Ranidae IV LC
Table 67 List of reptiles and amphibians observed in the study area (Buffer zone) SL No.
Aquatic Flora No perennial aquatic bodies are present in the Core zone however Buffer zones there
are aquatic bodies (i.e. Wardha River and tributaries etc). The aquatic flora observed in
the village ditches and stretches of river Wardha are detailed below in tables.
(a) Fishes: Table 70 Aquatic Fauna in Study Area
Zoological name Common name Status in Wild life(Protection) Act
IUCN Red list status
Channa punctatus Spotted murrel Not Applicable DD Clarias batrachus Magur Not Applicable DD Mugil cephalous Mullet Not Applicable DD Labeo rohita Rohu Not Applicable DD Labeo gonious Minor carp Not Applicable DD Catla catla Catla Not Applicable DD (b) Crustaceans
Zoological name Common name Status in Wild life(Protection) Act
IUCN Red list status
Macrobrachium rosenbergi Freshwater Prawn Not Applicable DD Macrobrachiummalcolmsoni Small Prawn Not Applicable DD (c) Mollusc Zoological name Common name Status in Wild
life(Protection) Act IUCN Red list status
Planoxis sulcatus Ground snail Not Applicable DD Littorina sp. Common snail Not Applicable DD
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3.8 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SCENERIO Introduction:
Socio-economic condition of a locality is both a result of the nature and extent of its
development and a resource for its future development. The health, education and
economic condition of the population are not only the result of the type and pace of
development efforts undertaken there but also indicate the type of development which is
required and can be undertaken. A family’s socioeconomic status is based on family
income, parental education level, parental occupation and social status in the
community.
Social development paves the way for economic development. Education is universally
acknowledged as one of the key inputs contributing to the process of individual and
national development. Shelter is a basic human need to food and clothing. Availability
of potable drinking water and proper sanitation are prerequisites for healthy human life.
The study area was considered as core zone and 10 kms of buffer zone w.r.t. Mine
Boundary. There are two villages in close vicinity of the project. Marda village is located
about 50 meters from the quarry surface hence it is proposed to rehabilitate and
resettle at suitable location as per the R&R policy of CIL and Government of
Maharashtra. Provision of 41 crore rupees has been made in approved project report
for R&R of Marda village. Yekona village is located at about 150 meters from the
proposed External OB dump. A green belt plantation of at least 30 meters is suggested
between the External OB dump and Yekona village to minimize the impact of dust over
the village.
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Figure 14 View of Marda Village (Proposed to be rehabilitated)
The people residing within the study area are mostly dependent over the agricultural
activities. Many of the residents from these village (whose land will be acquired) will get
direct employment from Project Proponent in accordance with the R&R policy of CIL
and many other will be benefitted with indirect employment through contractual
agencies. Benefits of coal mining will percolate to other local residences through the
generation of secondary employment. Many medical camps have been organized by
the Project Proponent in project affected villages. Detailed of medical camps and other
CSR activities are provided in Chapter- VIII (Project Benefits).
Baseline data on Socio-Economic of Yekona I & II OC has been generated in post
Monsoon season, 2016 to identify the socio-economic status of the study area.
3.8.1 Scope and Methodology:
The study of Socio-economic environment is an integral part of Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA). The study includes the Social profile, Economic, Infrastructure
facilities, Occurrence of historical / Archaeological sites and presence of important
features of the area (Core zone and Buffer zone 10 Km radius from mine lease area).
All this information is collected from the census of 2011 and reported in this report.
In order to validate the census data , house hold survey of 250 households of 1195
population was made by floating questionnaire to the residence and local people of
different villages and village head (Sarapanch / Police Patil) etc. Sample size varies as
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per need, time and convenience. Occupational health status of the same for the
different age group and sex is also collected.
3.8.2 Description of Study Area
The study area, Core and Buffer zone (10 Km) comprises of the following District and
Tehsils of Maharashtra State.
District Name Tehsil Name
Chandrapur Warora
Yavatmal Maregaon STUDY AREA: There are 54 villages with 11,969 households within the study area. The
house hold size varies between 4 and 5 with an average of 4 persons per family. The
population of the study area is 49,455.
Major habitations/features within study area:
Warora: The town is located approx 4-5 kms east of the project. It is a municipal
council and Tehsil in Chandrapur district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. As per
census 2011, there are 182 villages within the Warora Tehsil. The population recorded,
as per the 2011 census of India, was 46,571 (52% male, 48% female, and 12% under
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the age of six years). The average literacy rate in Warora is 77% which is higher than
the national average (59.5%). Male literacy is higher (82%) than female (72%). The
work place of famous social worker Baba Amte, "Anandwan" is situated in Warora.
Figure 15 Plan showing nearby features
Anandwan: Anandwan literally, Forest of happiness, located around 5 kilometers
from Warora in Chandrapur district in the state of Maharashtra, India, is an ashram and
a community rehabilitation center which was mainly started for leprosy patients and the
disabled from downtrodden sections of society. It was founded in 1952 by noted social
activist Baba Amte. The project is run by the organisation Maharogi Seva Samiti. Two
of its other projects are Lok Biradari Prakalp and Somnath, a village for cured leprosy
patients.
Baba Amte developed Anandwan to be a self-contained ashram (which could be
described as "a kibbutz for the sick"). Today residents are self-sufficient in terms of
basic subsistence. In addition the ashram has various home-based, small-scale
industry units run by the residents that generate income to cover additional
requirements.
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Baba Amte also shaped Anandwan as an environmentally aware community to practice
energy utilization, waste recycling and minimizing use of natural resources that might
otherwise lead to their depletion. Baba Amte was conferred with Ramon Magsaysay
award in 1985 for Public Service, his work-oriented rehabilitation of Indian leprosy
patients and other handicapped outcasts.
The ashram is located approx 5-6 kms east of the project. The mine doesn’t seems to
have any impact over the Ashram as it is located beyond the Warora town and National
Highway 44. However CSR and CER funds generated due to the project within the
study area will be utilized for the benefits of the Anandwan inmates such as providing
vocational training, education, infrastructure development etc.
Industries in Study Area: MIDC Growth center, Warora is located approx 1-2 kms east
of project area. Two thermal powers plants are located within the growth center. Coal
based thermal power plants of GMR Warora Energy limited (600 MW) commissioned in
2013 and Sai Wardha Power Generation Limited (540 MW) commissioned in 2010 are
major industries within the study area.
SOCIAL PROFILE: The total population of the study area is 49,455 with 51.54 % male and 48.46 % female
population. The percentage population of scheduled cast (SC), scheduled tribe (ST) and
others are 8.13, 18.39 and 73.48 % respectively. The data is given in tables below.
Mobile Water Sprinklers along Haul road, Coal stockyard, Weigh bridge, Coal transportation road
1 Nos of 12 KL Mobile
Water Sprinklers Deployed
Black topping of entire coal transportation route.
Avenue Plantation along the coal transport route.
Additional 3 nos of mobile Water sprinklers of sufficient capacity to be deployed when both the quarries starts working full-fledged.
Through Revenue cost (Rs 6/tonne of coal produced) and contractual agency.
Fixed Water Sprinklers at Coal Stock Yard, along Coal Transport Route
Measures to be taken
30 fixed sprinklers are proposed to be installed at dust generating locations such as Coal Stock Yard, along coal transport route, weigh bridge, Railway Siding etc.
Provision of capital cost Rs 35 Lakh has been made in the Approved Project Report for installation of fixed type sprinklers.
Plantation 50 Nos Total 2117550 nos of saplings will be planted in 847.02 ha till mine closure.
Provision of capital cost of Rs 15 Lakhs has been made for plantation during first 3 years. Afterwards plantation activities will be carried out as per the plantation programme approved in this EIA report through Revenue
1 Nos of CAAQMS is proposed to be installed by March’20 to continuously assess the status of ambient air quality level within ML area.
Capital provision of Rs 79 Lakhs has been made by Majri Area, WCL. Tendering work is in process, It is likely to be installed by March’20.
Coal Extraction through Surface Miner
The geo-mining condition are found to be favorable for deployment of Surface Miner in Yekona-II OC. According, Surface miner has been deployed in Yekona-II quarry. Deployment of surface miner replaces three dust-generating operations of conventional mining system namely drilling; blasting and crushing of coal in one go. Surface miner will be kept deployed during expansion in the Yekona-II quarry until geo-mining conditions are suitable for use of surface miner. However, geo-mining conditions in Yekona-I quarry does not permit the use of surface miner for coal extraction.
Through Contractual Agency
Figure 16 Surface Miner Deployed at Yekona-II Quarry
Various air pollution control measures suggested are compiled below: Table 79 Various air pollution control measures
Potential Sources of air
pollution
Magnitude of air pollution
Control Measures
Drilling High dust generation Risk of occupational hazard
Wet drilling technology or dry drilling fitted with bag filter. Driller shall be equipped with closed cabin personal protective gear to reduce occupational hazard. Drilling activities would not be required for extraction of coal in Yekona-II quarry due to deployment of Surface Miner. Removal of overburden will be done through conventional method which requires drilling.
Blasting High dust generation (Impact lasts for short period)
By improvising blasting technique and adopting controlled blasting methods. Water spray prior to blasting. No blasting should be allowed in the areas close to human habitation – Rock breakers should be employed instead of blasting. Blasting activities would not be required for extraction of coal in Yekona-II quarry due to deployment of Surface Miner. Removal of overburden will be done through conventional method which requires Blasting.
Loading of material on dumper
Air emission Air conditioned cabin for loading operator Water spray on mineral ore / overburden material prior to loading.
Transportation High dust potential Provision for automatic water sprinkle system on permanent road and water spray by tankers on temporary road. Green belt of trees with good footage on both side of haul road. Provision of water spray on the dumper to arrest fine dust before it is transported to crusher.
Crushing High potential of dust and occupational hazard
Automatic water spray in crusher hopper and unloading point. Suitable enclosure for the conveyor system. Provision of bag filter in crusher unit Barrier in form of greenbelt all around in the vicinity of the crusher to trap fugitive dust. Crushing of coal would not be required in Yekona-II quarry due to deployment of Surface Miner.
Storage High potential and Occupational hazards.
Covered storage yards with greenbelt of adequate width all around.
4.2 WATER QUALITY
Anticipated Impact
Mining and its associated activities not only use a lot of water but also likely to affect
the hydrological regime of the area. The major impact of deep and large mines is of
natural groundwater table. Lowering of water table may result in reduced groundwater
availability. Extraction of different minerals is known to lead to water pollution due to
heavy metal, acid discharges and increased suspended solids.
Quality of mine water discharge from existing Yekona-II OC is being assessed
regularly. It was found to be satisfactory as per the CPCB norms. The major issue
associated with the mine water discharge quality is acid mine drainage. It affects
severely the aquatic life within the water body. At present the pH from the existing
Yekona-II quarry is found to be within the range of 7.0 – 8.5, thus it can be anticipated
that in future the issue of acid mine drainage will not be faced in Amalgamated
Yekona I & II OC mine. However, in case AMD is observed from the mine water
discharge quality, necessary arrangements should be made by mine authority for
treatment of AMD. It should be ensured by the mine management that, Water with pH
less than 6.5 should not be discharged into the River or nearby agriculture fields.
The anticipated impact of mining on water resources and their significance is shown
below: Table 80 Anticipated Impact of Mining on Water Resources
S. No. Impact General Significance Impact and Mitigation measures
1 Mine in immediate catchment area of river.
Impact on water regime is high
Ground water table will go lower due to pumping in core zone. Regular monitoring of ground water level is being carried out. Rainwater harvesting is proposed for ground water recharge.
2 Interruption of natural drain
Impact on disturbance in natural drainage is considered to be high. Realignment for diversion requires special attention.
A nallah flowing from the mine area will required to be diverted. Permission for nallah diversion and design will be obtained from State Irrigation Department.Provisions of 4.78 crore rupees has been made for proposed diversion.
3 Rainfall & contour of mining area
The nearby nallah is likely to experience high siltation. The contour decide the runoff pattern of catchment area. All have significant impact on water resources.
The cleaning of Nallah will be done before the onset of Monsoon on yearly basis.
4 Overburden quality and characteristics of waste
High risk of water pollution if it contains toxic metal and acidic
No toxic metals are reported in the existing overburden dump of Yekona-II OC mine.
5 Surface water source
Impact on surface water due to water drawl for mining and township. Untreated Mine water discharge will pollute the surface water body.
Surface water will not be used in mining activities. Mine water is discharged only after treatment from sedimentation tank. Regular Monitoring of mine water discharge quality is carried out regularly.
6 Ground water sources
(a) Mines have significant impact on ground water resources. (b) If natural perennial springs are located in study area, the impact is likely to
Impact will be temporary in nature till the mine life. Mitigation measures are suggested below to avoid any major impact on water bodies.
S. No. Impact General Significance Impact and Mitigation measures
be high. 7 Discharge of mine
drainage water Composition of mine drainage water and volume is considered to estimate the degree of probable contamination in receiving water body.
Regular monitoring is being carried out for mine water discharge to ascertain any probable pollution contamination. Sedimentation tank of adequate capacity has been constructed for treatment of mine water.
8 Discharge of sewage from township / offices etc.
The sewage discharge from township & services have significant impact on water quality.
The provision for installation of STP with suitable capacity is to be done by Project Authority.
Mitigation Measures
Salient controls measures to be taken are as follows:
i) Industrial Effluent
The wastewater from workshop and CHP, which normally remain laden with oil and
grease, suspended and dissolved solids will be treated in the Effluent Treatment Plant
(ETP).Clear water coming out from the treatment plant will be taken into the closed
water circuit and recycled for its reuse. All parameter of ETP waste discharge will be
monitored regularly as per Env. (Protection) Amendment Rule, 2000.
The tendering work for installation of ETP is under process with the estimated cost of
Rs 23.75 Lakhs. Workshop ETP of 100 KLD capacity with provision of Oil Skimmer is
likely to becommissioned by December 2019.
ii) Mine Water
Most of the suspended particles is settled in the sump located in the quarry and the
supernatant water is pumped out to the sedimentation tank present on surface. This
water is to be passed through sedimentation pond on surface, before being
discharged in to natural drain or agricultural field. Sedimentation tank of dimension 45
mtr x 15 mtr x 1.20 mtr has been constructed with two nos. baffle walls for existing
Yekona-II OC mine with the capital expenditure of Rs 12.18 Lakhs. A separate
sedimentation tank of adequate capacity is proposed to be constructed for the
reclamation and Stage-wise plantation programme are detailed below for total ML
area of 1701.32 ha.
Table 89 Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC (Phase-I) S.N.
LAND USE Within ML Area (ha)
Outside ML Area (ha)
Total
1 Agricultural land 1570.31 50.49 1620.80 2 Forest land -- -- -- 3 Waste land/Govt. land 58.59 - 58.59 4 Grazing land -- -- -- 5 Surface water bodies -- -- -- 6 Settlements -- -- -- 7 Others (specify) -- -- -- Total 1628.90 50.49 1679.39
Table 90 Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC S.N.
LAND USE Within ML Area (ha)
Outside ML Area (ha)
Total
1 Agricultural land 1590.62 50.49 1641.11 2 Forest land 0.62 -- 0.62 3 Waste land/Govt. land 59.59 - 59.59 4 Grazing land -- -- -- 5 Surface water bodies -- -- -- 6 Settlements -- -- -- 7 Others (specify) -- -- -- Total 1650.83 50.49 1701.32
The land use during the mining would be as follows: - Table 91 The Land Use During the Mining
Sl. No
Particulars Area (ha)
1. Quarry/ excavated Area (including existing quarry) 689.20 2. External OB dump 320.02 3. Nalla Diversion and existing Nalla & Irrigation Canal 58.35 4. Residential Colony (Approximately) 10.00 5. Roads, Road diversion and Barriers due to roads
(Approximately) 30.00
6. Infrastructure and service roads (Approx.) 100.00 7. Flood protection embankment 44.37 8. Land for relocation of Marda village 8.00 9. Railway siding and its Approach road 30.00 10. Blasting / Safety zone along quarries and external dump 270.00 11. Rationalisation of boundary 141.38 Total 1701.32
The land use at the end of the mine would be as follows:-
the Manager and only for a special purpose specified therein. No coal shall be left
exposed after completion of mining to avoid fire due to spontaneous heating. Management of Pit Slopes and Waste Dumps The final quarry slopes shall be so designed and then subsequently developed that
after the closure of the mine, there is no likelihood of any slope failure. In
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OCM, the final slope of the quarry has been designed
with above consideration. However, strict compliance with the proposed final slope
of quarry would be made as given in Quarry layout Plan and subsequent slope
stability studies.
The external waste dump must be developed as per the proposed design so that
slope failure does not create any safety hazard to the local community. Waste
dumps shall be provided with garland drains and vegetation cover on surface of
these dumps.
Management of Hydrology and Hydro-Geology In the mine closure plan, the surface flow pattern of precipitation and mine water
would be clearly developed and water channel suitably laid down so that it does not
disturb the general hydrology of the area.
Details of De-Commissioning of the Infrastructures and Plant and Machinery The decommissioning of the various infrastructures developed for the mine like office
complex, residential complex, roads, pipelines and transmission line etc. shall be
planned in details so that the land occupied by these infrastructures are released.
However, before such decommissioning, the possibility of re-use of these
infrastructures for the neighbouring mines shall be explored.
Fencing around Mined Out Areas
The access trenches made for entry to the opencast mine shall be properly closed
after mine closure and proper planning shall be made in mine closure plan for
closure of access trenches.
4.7.3 Environmental Aspects Management of Final Voids
In the mine closure plan, voids due to mining are to be dealt and the final land use
plan will include filling of the voids for land reclamation where possible and for hydro
reclamation where feasible. In the proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OCM, the
entire strike of quarry is proposed to be worked in smaller sub quarries to
accommodate internal dumping. The proposed haul road alignment has been kept in
This project will bring social change in the society with improved socio-economic
life of the local people, due to such projects infrastructures of the remote villages get
developed.
Nearby villages of the project will be benefited under the Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) activities of the WCL. Details of various CSR activities are
provided in Chapter- 8.
Mitigation Measures
To overcome the negative impacts of the project, it is essential to mitigate the
impacts in a proper way.
Area of resettlement should have cropping land and compensation should be given
as per norms.
To reduce the air pollution due to mining activities and its transportation, water
sprinkling should be done near mining site. Regular medical check-up should be
organized for villagers.
Other than employment, contract work should be given to local people so they will
support the project.
To provide skill training for alternative livelihood opportunities such as-Automobile
Training, Mechanic, Electrician, Computer Training, Plumbing, etc for youths.
To organize the SHGs of women folk and to provide them need based and market
demand driven income generation training based on available local resources.
Steps should be taken to promote household sanitation in each and every village.
Education system should be strengthened.
Rainwater harvesting and watershed development activities should be done in
these areas for recharging ground water table.
Alternative sources of drinking water like bore well or hand pump should be
provided to those villages where people fetch drinking water from long distance.
To prepare effective CSR plan of action with the participation of local people and to
implement it with family centric approach for holistic development of the village.
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CHAPTER- V ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES
5.1 METHOD OF MINING: OPENCAST VS UNDERGROUND The mine is proposed to be worked by opencast method of coal mining due to
following reasons:
1. Coal extraction from the underground coal mines is significantly lower than
the opencast method of mining. By underground method of mining only 55-60
% of coal can be extracted while by opencast method more than 85 % of coal
can be extracted.
2. In case of Yekona I & II geological blocks, only top section can be worked by
underground method of mining as bottom section has lesser than the
permitted thickness of parting with top-section.
3. As only upper section of coal seam will be workable by underground method,
hence in view of conservation of coal opencast method of working is
recommended in the approved Project Report. About 23.19 Mt (40% of total
mineable reserves) of minable coal reserves will be blocked within the bottom
section of composite seam in the mine area, if underground method of
working is adopted.
4. 10 faults have been interpreted in the Yekona-I block and 5 nos of faults in
Yekona –II block, thus creating adverse geo-mining conditions for
underground method.
5. Underground mining has been ruled out considering conservation of coal in
thick seam and better economics in an opencast compared to underground
mining.
5.2 METHOD OF MINING IN OPENCAST Production is proposed from multi-sections (two sections) of composite seam.
Property of Yekona-I is highly faulted and the gradient of seam is not favourable for
Surface miner in major part of this block. Hence, deployment of Surface miner is
ruled out in Yekona - I OC mine. Deployment of dragline has not been
proposed considering the geo-mining conditions (especially gradient of the seam).
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Presently shovel-Dumper combination is being practiced very successfully in existing
mines of WCL. Hence, in proposed Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine also
shovel-dumper combination was proposed. However, it was suggested in the
approved Project Report, 2015 that the geo-mining condition is favourable for
deployment of Surface Miner in Yekona-II OC and deployment of Surface Miner on
Hiring basis may be considered in Yekona-II OC subject to economic viability.
According to the suggestion, Surface miner has been considered and deployed in
Yekona-II quarry due to its economic and environmental benefits. Deployment of
surface miner replaces three dust-generating operations of conventional mining
system namely drilling; blasting and crushing of coal in one go.
5.3 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT The coalmines are site specific to the occurrence of coal seams. Hence, no alternate
site could be proposed instead to existing geological block.
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CHAPTER- VI ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME
6.1 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING Yekona-I OC mine is likely to commissioned before March’20 and Yekona-II OC is
an operating mine. Regular environment monitoring for both project Yekona-I OC
and Yekona-II OC is being carried out collectively. An environmental monitoring
programme envisaged as per details given below: -
Table 97 Environmental Monitoring Programme
Sl.No
Items Parameters Frequency No. of Stations
Submission
1. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
PM2.5, PM10,SO2, NOx & Fugitive dust
Every Fortnight as per Environment Protection (Amendment), Rule 2000& NAAQS, 2009
4 Quarterly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
Heavy Metals (Hg, As, Ni, Cd, Cr) Analysis
Atleast once in Six months
4 Half yearly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
2. Water Quality Monitoring
1) 4 Parameters viz. p H, Total Suspended Solids (TSS), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) & Oil and Grease. 2) 25 Parameters
Every Fortnight Once in a Year
1
1
Quarterly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
3. Noise Quality Monitoring
Noise Levels Every Fortnight 2 Quarterly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
4. Environmental Statement
Annual Annually Report is submitted to SPCB before 30th
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September. The Environment Statement (Form-V) of existing Yekona-II OC mine for the year 2018-19 is given Annexure – XV. It will be continued during expansion also.
5. Ground Water Level Monitoring & Quality
Water Level & Quality Parameters.
Water Level – Quarterly. Water Quality – Yearly.
In Buffer Zone
Villages.
Quarterly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
6. Compliance Report of EC Conditions.
All conditions both Specific & General
1st June & 1st December
Not Applicable
Half yearly Report are being submitted to SPCB & MoEFCC. It will be continued during expansion also.
7. Digital Survey of entire leasehold area/core zone using Satellite remote sensing survey
Monitoring land use pattern
Once in three year
Not Applicable
Digital Survey of entire leasehold area/core zone using Satellite remote sensing survey will be submitted to RO, MoEF&CC.
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CHAPTER- VII ADDITIONAL STUDIES
7.1 INTRODUCTION:
Mining is a hazardous industry. There is risk to life and property associated with
various mining and allied activities of the project. As such a detailed study has been
carried out covering identification and assessment of risk, and recommendation of
measures to prevent damage to life and property against such risks. They are
discussed below.
7.2 PUBLIC CONSULTATION To ascertain the concern of local affected and others who have a plausible stake in
environmental impacts of the project / activity, public consultation process was
conducted successfully at project site, Tehsil Warora, Chandrapur District,
Maharashtra on 14.06.2019 by Maharashtra Pollution Control Board. The Public
Hearing was presided by ADM, Chandrapur. The Public Hearing was conducted in
compliance of the ToR dated 06.06.2016 in fulfilment of the provisions of EIA
Notification, 2006. It was conducted for the Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC with
normative production capacity of 2.75 MTPA and peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA within
ML Area of 1701.32 ha. More than 200 people attended the Public Hearing from
nearby villages.
Figure 23 Officials from MPCB and ADM Chandrapur at the Dais of Public Hearing
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Figure 24 PAPs present at the Public Hearing
The minutes of meeting was received from Maharashtra Pollution Control Board vide
letter MPCB/SROC-3929/2019 dated 23.07.2019.
Following major issues were
1. Rehabilitation of Marda Village 2. Provision of direct and indirect employment and skill development for
unemployed local youth. 3. Land Compensation 4. Wild vegetation on the land acquired by WCL 5. Pollution due to OB dump, mining and coal transportation. 6. Construction of Road for Coal transportation 7. Plantation activities 8. Utilization of CSR fund for Project affected villages 9. Water pollution and depletion of water table 10. Drinking Water supply arrangement to CharurKhati village
The attendance sheet of persons attending Public Hearing is attached as Annexure
8 (a).
Action taken report against the issues raised during Public Hearing is given in table.
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COMPLIANCE OF MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC HEARING AMALGAMATED YEKONA-I & II OPENCAST PROJECT (WCL MAJRI AREA) PRODUCTION CAPACITY OF 2.75 MTPA
(NORMATIVE) AND 3.44 MTPA (PEAK) LAND AREA 1701.32 HA
Date : 14/06/2019 Time : 11:00 AM Venue : MINE MANAGER OFFICE PREMISES, WCL YEKONA,
Objection/Suggestion/Question Compliance Budget Provision Time Line
1 As the Marda village is going to be rehabilitated, remaining 300 Acre land should also be acquired by WCL.
The Project Report (including the mining plan) for the project has been prepared by appropriately optimizing the land requirement with a view to minimizing the adverse impact on land environment. Marda village is located within the coal bearing area and as such it is proposed to be rehabilitated/ resettled outside the mine lease area at a mutually agreed site. A provision of Rs. 41.1908 crores has been kept for this purpose. The land acquisition will be done as per the provisions made in the project Report which has been duly sanctioned by the Company
As per PR Rs 41.1908 crore for Marda Village Rehab
Sec 9 for remaining land to be acquired will be completed by Sept 2020 Marda Village Rehab by March 2025
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Board. Hence additional land beyond the provisions of approved Project Report cannot be made..
2 Provide the number of employment given in Yekona I & II mine. Preference in employment shall be given to the local people. The proposed 905 nos. of employment generated shall be given to the local people. Land compensation shall be given at the rate of the irrigated land.
In the project under consideration till date 365 nos. of employment for land losers have been sanctioned. Out of this 365, till date 209 employment has been given and 95 land losers have taken monetary compensation. The balance cases are pending due to lack of proper documentation of the land by the land owners. Total amount disbursed till date is Rs. 268.64 crores. The employment is given only to the eligible land losers as per the norms of the Company. In addition to these direct employment, various indirect employment yiz in contractors services, vehicle outsourcing, electrical/mechanical repairs etc., wherein local people are given the maximum preference. Further, with the acquisition of the balance, there would be about 905 land oustees directly employed in the Company. The compensation of land is given as per the
Rs 6 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 8 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 10 Lakhs/ acre Depending upon type of land
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norms depending on the type of land. In case of certified irrigated land, compensation is paid accordingly. It may be worthwhile to mention here that, as per the norms, land compensation is paid as per the provisions of the concerned act or State Govt. Notification. In this particular case, the State Govt. Notification has been followed including solatium.
3 As per the R & R policy, the person who hold 2 acres of land get job opportunity for one member of family and the person who holds 10 acres of land also get job opportunity for only one member of family. The policy must be modified and for 10 acres land owners shall get job opportunities for at least 2 members of family.
The R&R policy of the Company states the following:- Apart from payment of land compensation, employment may be given in the following manner:- i) The maximum total number of employment that may be provided to the land losers would be limited to the total no. of acres of land acquired divided by two. However, employment will be released in proportion to the land possessed. For every two acres of land one employment may be considered. The employment given against land acquisition at this project is in total compliance of the existing norms
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4 Remaining land should be acquired before rehabilitation of village.
As already indicated, the acquisition of land is totally as per the provisions made in the
As per PR - Compensation
Sec 9 for remaining land to be acquired
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approved Project Report (including mining plan) which has been done considering minimum adverse impact on land environment. No land can be acquired beyond the approved provision.
provision for Land = Rs 413.702 crore MC = Rs 99.4175 crore Marda Rehab = Rs 41.1908 crore
will be completed by Sept 2020
5 The mine is not commissioned on the land acquired for existing project due to which there is no job opportunity. In this situation, how a person shall maintain their livelihood.
As already indicated, against the acquired land for the project, out of total 365 sanctioned employment, 209 have been given employment and 95 land owners have taken monetary compensation. The total compensation disbursed till date is 268.64crores. During, future acquisition as per the norms, employment/compensation will be given accordingly.
Compensation disbursement till date is Rs 268.64 crores
Yekona II started on 26.10.2017 Employment for land already acquired under Yekona I and Yekona OC mine is already given except disputed case
1 Over the acquired land of WCL, dense wild vegetation has been grown, it should be removed to avoid the threat of wild animals to the nearby farmers.
The wild vegetation grown over the acquired land has been removed. In future also, similar clearing of wild vegetation will be taken up as & when required.
1 The public hearing is for which project? The detail information regarding acquisition of land has not been provided to concerned gram Panchayat.
Public hearing is being conducted for Yekona I & II OC (Amalgamated) project falling under administrative control of Majri Area of WCL. The detailed information regarding acquisition of land from the concerned Gram panchayats was given in the meeting held on 08.06.2019 at the office of General Manager, Majri Area with Sarpanch and Dy. Sarpanch of all concerned Gram panchayats. Further, during presentation of the project at the public hearing, the details were also presented
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2 In this project, there are 13 to 14 contractors. But the contractors has given job opportunities to outsiders and not given any opportunity to local people.
Regarding jobs to the local people with the contractors, it is submitted that preference is always given to the local people. In Majri area, there are 795 jobs with contractors at present and out of which 639 are local people. In future also, the local people will be given first priority for employment with the contractors
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3 As overburden is 100 meters away from Yekona village, due to which pollution problem will be created and villagers may suffer. Also due to overburden river water will enter in village causing damages hence, Yekona Village shall be rehabilitated.
The OB dumps are planned in such a way that there is sufficient safe distance from nearby village, Moreover, dumps will be developed considering all the issues viz. slope, height etc. It has been further planned that, the OB dumps will also be suitably reclaimed biologically as planned in the EMP. It is further mentioned that with respect to Yekona village, the dump is planned 100 m away as such with the appropriate preventive measures as indicated above, there is no danger to the village. Regarding flow of the silt & sediments to river, it is submitted that, the OB dump will be surrounded by garland drains which will collect all the silt & sediments flowing from OB dumps during monsoon. Further adequate safe distance will be maintained from the banks of river so that there is no flow of silt & sediments into the river. As such, question of OB flowing into the river does not arise and there is no need of shifting / rehabilitating Yekona village
Rs15.00 lakhs under PR for Plantation. Moreover, As per prevailing plantation rate by state forest department – Plantation will be taken up in EMP Revenue Budget
Plantation programme as per EMP
4 Compensation over mutual partition deed is not received to 16-17 persons. Same shall be given.
The files containing relevant documents as submitted by the project affected families are being examined and whatever is permitted
Total PR Provision for Compensation for
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within the norms / rule, the actions will be taken
Land = Rs 413.702 crore MC = Rs 99.4175 crore
5 Dust emissions are observed on the road as the road is constructed by depositing overburden. Existing WBM road to be converted to bituminous road for coal transportation and regular water sprinkling should be done.
It may be appreciated that the project has just been started, which is only in its 3rd year of life. The road construction has already been taken up first with WBM. The project activity is also in a small scale. In order to control fugitive dust emission, regular water spraying is being done through mobile water tankers. The present WBM road will be converted to bituminous road in phases
As per PR Rs 246.92 Lakhs for approach road and Rs 944.51 lakhs for heavy duty roads. PR Provision for Fixed sprinklers = Rs 35 lakhs
March 2021 (Bituminous road) March 2021 (Fixed sprinklers at coal stockyard & Weigh Bridge)
1 The road between Naidev Village to Warora is not constructed. The road is constructed by local people’s contribution. This road is used for coal transportation. Dust emissions are observed due to coal transportation resulting problems for local people causing frequent accidents. Also crops are damaged
Now, the road between Naidev Village to Warora is not being used for coal transportation For coal transportation, new black topped road will be constructed (SOIT-MADHELI Road) Adequate precautions will be taken to control emission of fugitive dust as well as to
Rs 8.87 crores MoU Signed between WCL & PWD Chandrapur for construction of By-pass road (SOIT-MADHELI Road) which will be used as coal transportation road
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due to dilapidated condition of this road. The capacity of the road shall be increased by repairing the road & only then coal transportation shall be done on this road.
1 Surrounding agricultural land of the mine is affected due to mine. Hence, the land where survey is not carried out should also be acquired and included in the project. Then & only then our Gram Panchayat will give NOC. Employment shall be given to the unemployed whose land has not been acquired in the project.
In this regard, it is mentioned that, the requirement of land for the project has been optimized. Considering the environmental concerns of the local /neighbouring people, with the sole objective of minimizing degradation of land &. maximizing the reclamation of degraded land. Adequate preventive measures have been incorporated in the management plan so that there is no adverse impact on the land beyond what is required for the project. Approximately 50% of the mine area is proposed to be covered with plantation at the end of mining life. The external dump are being created by maintaining the safe distance from village as well as nearby near-by natural water course. As such, adequate preventive measures are inbuilt in the plan which will implemented during operations of the mine As such, no land beyond what has been
Skill Development programme as approved by WCL HQ on year to year basis Annual Skill development budget = Rs 6.50 lakhs
Continuous process
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given in the approved project report / notified will be acquired. Regarding employment, all the eligible land losers are being given employment against acquisition of land. For the unemployed youths of the locality, various skill development programme will be organised. Similar types of programme have already been organised for computer literacy, beautician, courses, data entry operators, security guards, mobile repairing etc
2 CSR fund should be utilized for only project affected villages.
Agreed. CSR fund is being used for project affected villages and will continue to be used for project affected village only. CSR activities approved for 2019-20 are as follows: 5 Hand pumps Yekona Village. 3 hand pumps for Marda Village, Barbed wire fencing for Charurkhati School boundary, Chiller & RO for Yekona Village
Rs 12.00 Lakhs (CSR Budget provision for 2019-20)
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3 Appropriate compensation shall be given to the PAPs whose land has been acquired.
The total process of land acquisition is being carried out as per the provisions of CIL's R & R policy in vogue. All land owners will receive monetary compensation for the land acquired from them. Land compensation shall be paid as per provisions of the concerned act or state govt. notification. In addition to the above, solatium will be paid as per the provisions of
About Rs 131.89 crores already paid against land compensation
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the concerned act I as imposed by the state govt. So far about Rs 131.89 crores has been paid against land compensation
4 Records of land which is going to be acquired should be taken from the land owner and not from the Talathi.
The records of land, which is going to be acquired are taken from the authority of state government following the extent rules of the state government
1 Due to increase in depth of mine to 525 mtrs. the water table of the area will go down and will affect the agricultural field. What measures will be taken to overcome this situation?
It may kindly be noted that the maximum depth of the mine as proposed in the approved project report is 160 m. This depth will be reached gradually over a period of 25 years. During operations, abstraction of water will be there for working in the mine safely As such, to study the impact of abstraction of ground water from the mine, quarterly monitoring of ground water level in the villages located within the 10 km radius of the mine is being done and it will done continuously till the mine life. The results of the level monitoring as on date reveal that there is no impact on the ground water. Moreover, from the hydro-geological
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assessment, it has been worked out that the impact zone is limited to 500-700 m from the mine working as such it does not extend beyond the acquisition limit. In addition to the above regular monitoring, artificial ground water structure will be built within the mine land area over various administrative office buildings. The ground water recharge structure viz. desilting of existing village pond , deepening of pond etc. will also be taken up after taking due permission of the respective village panchayats. In addition, to the above, in case of emergency situation, the treated mine pumped out water will be released for local villagers for their agricultural fields.
2 Will the WCL provide water at their own cost or the farmers will have to pay for this.
In case of water scarcity/ emergency situation, WCL will provide water to the farmers free of cost
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3 WCL has informed that Skill Development Programme will be implemented. What action regarding the same has been taken by the WCL in last 1 ½ years?
During the last three years, various skill development programmes were organized by WCL Majri Area for PAPs of various mines of Majri Area. Details of beneficiaries is as below – Security Guard training - 148 Computer training – 120 Paramedical training – 30
Skill Development programme as approved by WCL HQ on year to year basis Annual Skill development budget = Rs 6.50
Continuous process
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Nursing training -30 Mobile repairing -30 Beauty parlour training – 85 Tailoring training - 85
lakhs
4 Canteen is proposed in the project. Employment shall be provided to the villagers in the canteen.
Noted. Preferences will be given to local people for employment with contractors within provisions of the rules of the company
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5 Work of plantation should be given to local Bachat Gats so that local people will get the employment.
Plantation in the mine area will be carried out by state level expert forest agencies. These agencies employ local people while undertaking plantation during monsoon months
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6 Water table will be depleted after commissioning of the mine. The extracted mine water shall be discharged into the canals.
It may kindly be noted that the maximum depth of the mine as proposed in the approved project report is 160 m. This depth will be reached gradually over a period of 25 years. During operations, abstraction of water will be there for working in the mine safely. As such, to study the impact of abstraction of ground water from the mine, quarterly monitoring of ground water level in the villages located within the 10 km radius of the mine is being done and it will done continuously till the mine life. The results of the level monitoring as on date reveal that there is no impact on the ground water. Moreover, from the hydrogeological assessment, it has been worked out that the
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impact zone is limited to 500-700 m from the mine working as such it does not extend beyond the acquisition limit. In addition to the above regular monitoring, artificial ground water structure will be built within the mine land area over various administrative office buildings. The ground water recharge structure viz. desilting of existing village pond , deepening of pond etc. will also be taken up after taking due permission of the respective village panchayats. In addition, to the above, in case of emergency situation, the treated mine pumped out water will be released for local villagers for their agricultural fields.
7) Shri. Rahul Dhoke, Village CharurKhati, Dist-Chandrapur:- Sr. No.
Objection/Suggestion/ Question
Compliance Budget Provision Time Line
1 How many employment has been provided on acquired land and will be provided against the acquired land?
In the project under consideration till date 365 nos. of employment for land losers have been sanctioned. Out of this 365, till date 209 employment has been given and 95 land losers have taken monetary compensation.
Total PR Provision for Compensation for Land = Rs 413.702 crore MC = Rs 99.4175 crore
March 2021 (No. of Employment on land to be acquired will be ascertained after Section 9 and same will be finalised as
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The balance cases are pending due to lack of proper documentation of the land by the land owners. Total amount disbursed till date is Rs. 268.64crores. The employment is given only to the eligible land losers as per the norms of the Company. In addition to these divert employment, various indirect employment viz in contractors services, vehicle outsourcing, electrical/mechanical repairs etc., wherein local people are given the maximum preference. Further, with the acquisition of the balance, there would be about 965 land oustees directly employed in the Company. The compensation of land is given as per the norms depending on the type of land. In case of certified irrigated land, compensation is paid accordingly. It may be worthwhile to mention hare that, as per the norms land compensation is paid as per the provisions of the concerned Act or State Govt. Notification. In this particular case, the State Govt. Notification has been followed including solatium
Rs. 268.64crores compensation already paid as on date
1 I own a farm which is located adjacent to this project. What measures shall be taken regarding dust pollution? Nuisance of wild animals in the area have increased. Also there is no water to bore-wells.
In order to control emission of dust, appropriate preventive measures have been planned and are being implemented during day to mining operations. In this regard, it may be mentioned that major coal extraction is being done by Surface Miner which eliminate drilling and blasting. Further, for balance drilling in coal as well as in OB, wet drilling system is being used. To control emission during coal transportation, adequate numbers of mobile tankers are deployed for water spraying all along the road. In addition to the above, adequate plantation has been planned over external OB dumps, on backfilled area, along roads, around infrastructure as well as in vacant land. The plantation will be carried out over the total 25 years of life of the mine which will ultimately cover about 50% of the total land required for the mine. In addition to all the above, the siting of external OB dumps has been planned keeping a safe distance from the village land so as to avoid/minimize adverse impacts. The wild vegetation grown in the acquired
PR Provision for Air Pollution Control is Rs 35.00 lakhs (Sprinkler) Rs 15.00 lakhs (Plantation)
March 2020 (sprinkler) Plantation as per plantation programme in EMP
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land has already been removed and further in future similar steps will be taken. The wild vegetation has been removed and same will also be done in future as and when required
1 Employment shall be given to the unemployed persons of the village.
Preference in employment with the contractors will be given to local people within the norms of the company. Further various skill development programmes are being conducted by Majri Area for enhancing employability of the local people. These programme will continue to be undertaken as being done at present
1 WCL should ensure the utilization of CSR fund for development of project affected villages only. Employment shall be given to the unemployed.
Agreed. CSR fund is being used for project affected villages and will continue to be used for project affected village only. Skill Development Programme will be implemented in future as well. During the last three years, various skill development
Rs 12.00 Lakhs (Approved under CSR Budget 19-20) Skill Development programme as
March 2020 Cont. Process
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programmes were organized by WCL Majri Area for PAPs of various mines of Majri Area. Details of beneficiaries is as below – Security Guard training - 148 Computer training – 120 Paramedical training – 30 Nursing training -30 Mobile repairing -30 Beauty parlour training – 85 Tailoring training – 85 CSR activities approved for 2019-20 are as follows: 5 Hand pumps Yekona Village. 3 handpumps for Marda Village, Barbed wire fencing for Charurkhati School boundary, Chiller & RO for Yekona Village
approved by WCL HQ on year to year basis Rs 6.50 lakhs annual Skill Development Budget for Majri Area
By-pass road joining Soit - Madheli - Warora road to Wani-Warora road will be the main Coal transportation road. Same will be constructed by PWD and the funds will be provided by WCL.
Rs 8.87 crores MoU Signed between WCL & PWD Chandrapur for construction of By-pass road
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For the time being, Road from Wanoja to Mohbala is being used as coal transportation road. Same will be black topped
(SOIT-MADHELI Road) which will be used as coal transportation road
1 Why my land in survey no. 449 has been left in section 4?
Survey no. 449 of Charurkhati village is located outside boundary of the mine as given in the approved Project Report. Hence, it has been left out in the notification.
1 Marda village shall be included in CSR & developmental works shall be carried out.
Marda village located on coal bearing area is proposed to relocated at new site which will be finalized after mutual agreement. A capital provision of Rs. 41.9108 crores has been kept in the approved Project Report for implementation of the total resettlement scheme. The CSR activities include taking up various
Cumulative Budget of Rs 12.00 lakhs for CSR works in 2019-20
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works for improvement in drinking water facility, sanitation, roads, education etc. The activities are carried out every year as per the norms of DPE/Company's Act. CSR activities approved for 2019-20 in Marda Village is Providing 3 hand pumps for Village
2 Project Proponent shall inform about how & where Marda Village will be rehabilitated.
Marda village is located in the coal bearing area and as such it is proposed to be relocated at new site. The site will be outside the mine lease area and at a place which will be mutually agreed. For setting up the resettlement site, a provision of 8.00 ha land has been made in the approved Project Report. For the execution of the above, a committee will be set up which will take up the issue with Marda village panchayat and an appropriate location will be finalized after mutual consent. A total provision of Rs. 41.9108 crores has been kept in the approved Project Report for implementation of the resettlement scheme.
Rs 41.1908 crores for Marda Village Rehab
March 2025
3 Women of Marda village shall be given employment.
There is no discrimination in and gender equality is followed in respect of job within the extent provisions/norms of the Company. For woman, exclusively various skill development programmes are organised
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which will continue to be done in future also 14) Shri. Sheshrao Jivtode, Charurkhati, Tal. Warora, Dist. Chandrapur:- Sr. No.
Objection/Suggestion/ Question
Compliance Budget Provision Time Line
1 Why my land has been left in section 4?
The notification against land acquisition has been made as per the provisions /demarcation in the approved project report & subsequent survey. The subject land falls outside the approved / surveyed limit. As such, this particular and has not been included in the notification.
1 What decision will be taken regarding persons whose land has not be acquired?
For persons whose land has not been acquired, appropriate actions are being taken for sustaining their livelihood I in come through skill development to enhance their employability. In Majri Area, various such programmes are organised for beautician course (for women),
Skill Development programme as approved by WCL HQ on year to year basis Rs 6.50 lakhs of annual skill
Continuous process
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mobile repairing, electrician, security guards etc. During the last three years, various skill development programmes were organized by WCL Majri Area for PAPs of various mines of Majri Area. Details of beneficiaries is as below – Security Guard training - 148 Computer training – 120 Paramedical training – 30 Nursing training -30 Mobile repairing -30 Beauty parlour training – 85 Tailoring training – 85
1 The land having S. no. 500 & 501 has not been included in the project. Appropriate decision shall be taken regarding the same & employment shall be given in this project only.
The land having survey no. 500 & 501 is falling outside the approved mine boundary. As such, these two survey nos have not been included in this notification. Employment is given & will continue to be given as per the norms of the company
1 The land which is in between acquired land shall be acquired. Water supply arrangement shall be provided to Charurkhati village by WCL. PAPs shall be given employment in the same project for which land is acquired. Employment shall be given to the unemployed of the village. Road and bridge going to CharurKhati village shall be constructed.
In this present proposal of amalgamated Yekona & II OC project, the land falling in between the existing Yekona I & II has already been proposed for acquisition. Water supply arrangement will be made for Charurkhati village in case village wells go dry. The land owners will be given employment as per the norms of the company. In case of unemployed youth of the nearby villages, various skill development programmes will be undertaken to enhance the employability. In addition, various developmental works under CSR will be undertaken as per the felt needs of the villagers.
Total PR Provision for Compensation for Land = Rs 413.702 crore MC = Rs 99.4175 crore
1 It takes lot of time for notification, acquisition, compensation and employment which must be reduced.
Noted. All efforts will be made at this end, so that there is optimum use of time for preparation & submission of proposals.
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2 Some land is located adjacent to Warora-Madheli road and some land is located adjacent to canal. Compensation of these land shall be given as considering irrigated land and land which is located adjacent to highways shall be given compensation as per highway rates.
The compensation of land is determined as per the records of land usage available with the state government. The rate of land compensation is fixed by the notification of state govt. Accordingly compensation has been paid & will be paid for the remaining land under acquisition.
Rs 6 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 8 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 10 Lakhs/ acre Depending upon type of land
March 2021
3 Employment shall be given as per education qualification.
Employment shall be given as per R&R Policy of the company in vogue.
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4 Plantation should be done on OB dumps after levelling.
Plantation has been planned over OB dumps. As per the approved mine plan, the area earmarked for the OB dump is 320.22 ha. As per the approved project report, in the 25 yrs of operational life of the mine, the entire 320.02 ha of OB dumps will be
As per prevailing plantation rate by state forest department
1 Employment is not given to literate people of the village Charurkhati.
The employment against land acquisition for the Charurkhati village is being given as per norms of the company with benefits as per the R & R policy of CIL in vogue.
1 Employment is not provided even after 3 years of acquisition.
Employment has already been provided to 209 land owners & 95 have been provided with monetary compensation. The balance cases are disputed once which are pending due to lack of appropriate document.
1 Land has been acquired by WCL. PAPs got their compensation but irrigated land did not get appropriate compensation?
The land usage records have been obtained from state govt and compensation has been assessed as per state govt notification. The benefits etc are provided as per the R & R policy of CIL, 2012
Rs 6 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 8 Lakhs/ acre, Rs 10 Lakhs/ acre Depending upon type of land
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Summary of compliance of issues raised during Public Hearing is detailed below: Table 98 Summary of compliance of issues raised during Public Hearing
S.NO CONCERNS RAISED STATUS OF COMPLIANCE 1. Rehabilitation of Marda
Village
To be rehabilitated outside ML area. (Provision of Rs 41.1908 Cr has been made). For setting up the resettlement site, a provision of 8.00 ha land has been made in the approved Project Report. For the execution of the above, a committee will be set up which will take up the issue with Marda village panchayat and an appropriate location will be finalized after mutual consent.
2. Provision of employment to Land losers
There would be about 965 land oustees to be directly employed in the Company. Till 30.09.2019, out of 365 sanctioned employment, 209 land losers have been provided employment and 95 have taken monetary compensation. Balance cases are pending due to lack of proper documentation. (Provision of Rs 268.64 Cr has been made for it.)
3. Provision of indirect employment to local people
Various indirect employment is also generated viz in contractors services, vehicle outsourcing, electrical/mechanical repairs etc., wherein local people are given the maximum preference.
4. Provision of employment and skill development to other unemployed youth
Skill development programme will be organised. Programmes have already been organised for computer literacy, beautician, courses, data entry operators, security guards, mobile repairing etc
5. Employment to local people in plantation
State forest department undertake plantation during monsoon months and employ local people for it.
6. Land Compensation
Sec 9 for remaining land to be acquired will be completed by Sep2020. So far about Rs 268.64has been paid against land compensation.
7. Wild vegetation on the land acquired by WCL
It has been cleared and will also be taken care of in future.
8. Pollution issue due to OB dump
Sufficient distance from the village has been maintained (150 m). It will be suitable reclaimed biologically. It will be surrounded by garland drains to collect all the silt and sediments flowing into river.
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9. Dust emission due to mining Major coal extraction is being done by Surface Miner which eliminate drilling and blasting. Further, for balance drilling in coal as well as in OB, wet drilling system is being used.
10. Dust emission due to coal transportation on existing WBM road.
To control fugitive dust emission, mobile water tankers for water spraying has been employed. The present WBM road will be converted to bituminous road by March 2021.
11.
Construction of Road for Coal transportation
By-pass road joining Soit - Madheli - Warora road to Wani-Warora road will be the main Coal transportation road. Same will be constructed by PWD and the funds will be provided by WCL. For the time being, Road from Wanoja to Mohbala is being used as coal transportation road. Same will be black topped. Provision of Rs. 9.00 Cr has been made for it.
12. Plantation activities The plantation will be carried out over the total 25 years of life of the mine which will ultimately cover about 50% of the total land required for the mine. Adequate plantation has been planned over external OB dumps, on backfilled area, along roads, around infrastructure as well as in vacant land.
13. Plantation on OB dump As per the approved mine plan, the area earmarked for the OB dump is 320.22 ha and in the 25 yrs of operational life of the mine, the entire area of OB dumps will be covered with plantation.
14. Utilisation of CSR fund for Project affected villages
CSR activities approved for 2019-20 are: 5 Hand pumps Yekona Village. 3 handpumps for Marda Village, Barbed wire fencing for Charurkhati School boundary, Chiller & RO for Yekona Village. Provision of 12 lakhs have been made.
15. Water pollution and depletion of water table
In addition to the regular ground water monitoring, artificial ground water structure will be built within the mine land area over various administrative office buildings. The ground water recharge structure viz. desilting of existing village pond, deepening of pond etc. will also be taken up
16. Water supply arrangement Water supply arrangement will be made for
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to CharurKhati village Charurkhati village in case village wells go dry.
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7.3 RISK ASSESSMENT AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN The project report of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC has been drawn in conformity
with the prevailing statutory provisions as per Mines Act 1952, CMR 2017 applicable
for safety in Opencast Mines. However, the following matters related to safety during
opencast operations have been given a special consideration.
In detailed in approved Project Report, The bench height and width would be kept as
per the Statute. Haul road has to be maintained with the requisite gradient as per
regulation and in accordance with the conditions imposed by DGMS in its permission
under relevant provisions of Coal Mines Regulations, 2017.
Adequate care must be taken for proper construction and maintenance of haul road.
The HEMM deployed in the project are equipped with suitable in-built safety devices
like audio-visual alarm, fire extinguishers, etc.
The fencing should be erected round the quarry surface so that entry to unauthorized
persons is checked. Hard hat, safety boots, dust respirators, etc. has been provided
for safe working. Necessary fund provision has been made for the same in
Approved Project Report. 7.3.1Safety from Inundation
The part of proposed mine area is under the HFL of Wardha river (recorded HFL is
198 m). In approved Project Report it is proposed to make a flood protection
embankment 6m above HFL around the proposed mine wherever necessary. The
top width of embankment is proposed as 30m. Capital provision of Rs 50 Lakhs has
been made for pitching of embankment on river side upto HFL level in the approved
Project Report. During rainy season regular inspection of embankment shall be
done. All precautions as per CMR shall be taken.
A 268 m long barrage has been constructed by MIDC over the Wardha River at Marda
village adjacent to the Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine. It is advised that the
water level of Wardha River should be continuously monitored near the mine area
and necessary steps should be taken if required keeping in view the safety aspect.
An early warning system alarm should be installed at the riverbank, which have
connections with the Manager’s Office. Additional precautionary measures such as
increasing the height of Embankment, strengthening of Embankment etc should be
taken by implementing authority.
It is necessary to conduct a scientific study for ascertaining the impact of Marda
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Barrage over the project.
7.3.2 Safety Aspects for Blasting Operations
As explosives are required in bulk for blasting in opencast mines, provision of CMR,
2017 should be ensured.
All blasting operations are carried out in day light. Suitable precautions are to be
taken as per the Statute before and after blasting operations. Controlled blasting
techniques are required to be practiced to minimize fly off rocks and ground
vibrations and keep them within safe limits.
7.3.3 Slope Stability
It are suggested that following action may be taken to deal with slope stability
problem.
i) Vulnerable area may be identified and marked on quarry plan.
ii) Observation of actual alignment of fault planes, its throw, joints, etc. may be
recorded during the process of excavation.
iii) Water drainage system may be properly implemented to prevent accumulation of
water in cracks. Also dumps should be leveled to prevent accumulation of water
over it. Proper drainage in dumps should be also provided to prevent erosion of toe
of dump. Regular monitoring of tension cracks, horizontal and vertical movement of
strata in critical area may be done.
iv) Undercutting of slopes should not be done.
v) Proper hydro geological studies to be done if water table is at level of slope, it
should be brought down by using submersible pumps to prevent hydrostatic
pressure.
vi) Proper selection of site for dumping to be done. Before dumping place should be
made free from loose material. Dumping should be done in layers/stages.
vii) After completion of dumping operations, dumps to be stabilized by growing
suitable vegetation.
7.3.4 Safety aspects for Outsourcing / Hiring of HEMM
Special precaution should be taken while employing contractual machine & labours
in the mine. Before employing contractual workers to the mine proper vocational
training should be imparted based on recommendations of various Safety
Conference. Terms and conditions for deployment of contractual labours as well as
machineries shall be fixed by management. Some of the major aspects are as
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follows:
A) For persons : i) Records in Form-B & Form-E shall be maintained. ii) Records of VTC driving license of operators shall be kept by Operators and readily available for inspection by management iii) Salaries shall be distributed in front of management representative iv) No person shall be employed unless person holds VTC certificate and Management is informed. v) Adequate supervision shall be maintained by competent person. vi) All persons employed in mine shall obey lawful instructions of mine supervisors and officials. B) For Machineries : i) All the machineries to be deployed in mines should be passed by the management. ii) RTO certificate photo copies of all vehicles shall be submitted to management. iii) Daily welding, monitoring, inspection shall be done by contractor's mechanic as directed by management. iv) Machine manufacturers should be asked to give risk analysis. v) Records of daily maintenance breakdown repairs etc shall be maintained by contractor and shall be available for inspection by mine officials.
C) General :
i) No person/vehicle shall be deployed at any place other than authorized place.
ii) All employees of contractors should obey lawful instruction of mine
management.
iii) Risk Management Plan by contractor of tipper and excavators may be made and
implemented.
iv) VTC trained Manpower shall only be deployed in the mine.
v) Restricted traffic & traffic control planning shall be done and implemented.
7.3.5 Precaution against Fire
(1) Wild or herbaceous plants shall be removed from the mine.
(2) No person shall deposit heated material or ashes on any opencast working. Also
no person shall light a fire or permit a fire to be lighted in any OC working except by
the permission in writing of the Manager and only for a special purpose specified
therein.
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(3) No coal shall be left exposed in coal benches more than its incubation
period to avoid fire in seam due to spontaneous heating.
(4) Proper type of the extinguisher to be kept in each HEMM ready for use in case of
emergency.
(5) In coal stock coal shall be dispatched on the basis of first in first out.
7.3.6 General Lighting
The standards of lighting to be provided in opencast coal mines during working
hours at different places or areas where natural light is not sufficient has been
specified in CMR 2017. The standards are summarized below.
Table 99 Standard for General Lighting Sl. No.
Location Minimum standard
of illumination (LUX)
Level in which illumination is to be provided
1. Operational area of Dragline & Shovel 5 10
Horizontal Vertical
2. Operational area of drills 10 Vertical 3. Operators cabin of shovel, dragline
drill etc. 30 Horizontal
4. Dumper haul road 0.5 to 3.0 Horizontal 5. OB & Coal Dumps 3.0 Horizontal 6. Roadways & foot path from bench to
bench 3.0 Horizontal
7. Coal handling plant, workshop & Service buildings.
As per BIS Specification
8. Picking conveyor of CHP 50 Horizontal at level of belt at work site
9. Working area of Dozer 10 Horizontal at level of crawler
Lighting near the faces and haul road may be arranged by cluster of high pressure
sodium vapour lamps/metal halide/HPMV lamps located on the top of an
adjustable telescopic mast, mounted on a platform with rubber tyred which or
skids and having portable diesel generating set.
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7.3.7 Risk Management: Ninth Conference on Safety in Mines recommended adopting Risk Management as a
tool for development of appropriate health & safety management in Indian Mines.
The Safety Management System established by a mine must ensure all risk are
identified and critical risks are controlled to ensure long term health and safety.
A Safety Management System should set the culture, framework and actions necessary
to ensure that mining operations are carried out safely.
In order to turn these commonly agreed principles into an effective safety management
system for the mine, the system may include the following elements:
Health & Safety Policy of the company and the mine
Roles and Responsibilities of all levels in the organization
Specified competencies of staff
Safety Committee, formation and role
Method to identify and control high risk
Forward Programme to ensure actions to control hazards are carried out
Emergency preparedness to cope with a hazard if it should occur
Monitoring processes for all identified hazards with or without residual risks
Identification of trigger points and resultant actions if these are reached
Safety clearance for new equipment, work methods and materials used
The project area has been taken in consideration for the quarry and OB dumping in
view of minimizing impact on environment and local population. However, Marda
village located 50 meters from the Quarry and over coal bearing area is required to
be rehabilitated and resettled outside the mine lease area.
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Total land involved including the land for resettlement and gaothan land is 1701.32
ha (1617.18 ha tenancy land &84.14 ha govt land).
Acquisition of 8 ha tenancy land has been proposed for re-settlement of Marda
village outside the mine area at some suitable location. Provision for 8.12 ha
gaothan land has also been proposed in approved Project Report. Thus, For
economic evaluation, one time monetary compensation in lieu of employment (@ Rs.
5 lakh/Acre) for 50% of Tenancy land has been considered in approved Project
Report. However, it is envisaged that WCL may offer jobs as per the New R&R
policy of CIL to those land losers who are not willing to take monetary compensation
in lieu of employment.
In this report rehabilitation of Marda village is proposed as it is located on coal
bearing area. The census data of year 2011 is available for Marda village. The data
for Marda Village is as tabulated below:-
Population of Marda Village as Per 2011 Census Data
Sl. No Village Name Households Population Males Females
1 Marda 208 864 450 414
A Capital provision of Rs. 41.1908 crores has been made in approved Project Report
for resettlement of Marda Village. This includes 8.00 ha land for resettlement site of
village and cost of 8.12 ha Gaothan land of Marda village.
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Figure 25 Plan showing Location of Marda Village
Rehabilitation Scheme Compensation will be paid to the families as per the R & R Policy of Coal India.Rate
adopted for Government land is as per prevalent Ready Reckoner rate of Rs 14.82
lacs/ha. For tenancy land Rs 24.70 lacs/ha is adopted assuming irrigated land.
Provision of 41.19 Crores has been made in approved project report for the
rehabilitation and resettlement of Marda village.
The following figures for Rehabilitation as shown in Table below are estimates only
and are subject to change at the time of actual implementation.
Table 100 Rehabilitation Cost (Amt. in `000s)
S No.
Rehabilitation of Marda Village (As per 2011 Census Population 864, No. of Household- 208)
Area Rate Total Amount
a Land Cost for Settlement of families 8.00 2470 19760
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b One time Monetary Compensation package for land holders as per new R&R package of CIL
8.00 1235 9880
c Stamp Duty, Registration charges & Lawyer's fees @1.25 % of total Value of land
398
d Cost of Gaothan/populated Land of Marda Village 8.12 20000 162400
e Compensation for 208 Houses 104000 f Lumpsum Development Charges - 30000 30000 g Shifting of families 214 Nos 300 64200 h Payment to NGOs and related works 8000
i Minimum Agriculture Wage @25 days/ Month for one year Per family 214 Nos 45 9630
j Miscellaneous - - 3640 SUB TOTAL 411908
Schedule of Land Acquisition
It is contemplated that the entire exercise of land acquisition and R & R of villages
shall be completed in first five years of project.
Rehabilitation will be based on CIL policies given below: Table 101 R& R Policy of Coal India Limited
Category of persons affected by the Project
Compensation and Rehabilitation entitlement option
i) Persons (including tribals cultivating land under traditional rights) from whom land is acquired
Provisions All land owners with titles will receive monetary compensation for the land acquired from them. The value of the land is determined on the basis of prevailing legal norms. In respect of tribals cultivating land under traditional rights, authentication of land held under traditional rights by State Authorities will be necessary. In addition to above the following shall apply Land Compensation: - Land compensation shall be paid as per the provisions of the concerned Act or State Govt. notification. Where no notification of the State Govt. is available the concerned subsidiary Board may decide on the rate of compensation keeping in view the compensation provided by the neighbouring states. Authentication of land held un*der traditional rights by state authorities will be necessary. In addition to above Solatium will be paid as per provisions of the concerned Act / as imposed by the concerned state Govt.
Compensation and Rehabilitation entitlement option
. Escalation of land compensation: - Escalation will be paid as per provisions of the concerned Act / as imposed by the concerned state Govt. or Escalation at the rate of 12% per annum for a maximum period of three years. Employment Provision;- Apart from payment of the land compensation employment may be given in the following manner:- The maximum total number of employment that may be provided to the land losers would be limited to the total no. of acres of land acquired divided by two. However, employment will be released in proportion to the land possessed. For every two acres of land one employment may be considered. Subsidiaries of CIL may give an option to the land losers having less than two acres of land to club together their land to the extent of two acres and nominate one of the land losers in the groups or their dependent for employment under package deal or employment under descending order system by preparing the list of eligible land oustees in the descending order of land lost subject to the cut off equivalent to the total number of permissible employments or any other method with the approval of the respective Board of the subsidiary. The land loser must be domiciled resident / Mool Niwasi and the certificate to this effect shall be issued by the concerned State Authority. The modalities of offering employment shall be such as may be approved by the Board of the subsidiary companies as per the unique conditions of the subsidiary provided that The initial employment shall be given with pay of Category – I pay scale of NCWA with training period of 6 months. In the seniority list the seniority of the appointee should be reflected in the appropriate manner in order to keep the senior most as senior. The land loser trainees shall be posted as per requirement including underground duties. Lump sum Monetary Compensation:- All the land losers who are not eligible for employment as above shall be entitled to receive monetary compensation in lieu of employment at the rate of Rs. 5,00,000/- (Five lakhs) for each acre of land on pro-rata basis. Land losers who are offered employment as per principle specified in point no. ((i) B) above will have the option either to opt for employment or to forego employment and opt for monetary compensation at the rate of Rs. 5, 00,000/- (Five lakhs) for each acre of land on pro-rata basis with minimum of Rs. 50,000/- (Fifty thousand) provided that employment thus surrendered shall not be available for offer to any other
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Category of persons affected by the Project
Compensation and Rehabilitation entitlement option
person and stand lapsed from total sanctioned number of employments as specified in point No. ((I) B). The land losers who have clubbed their Package Deal can claim employment for only one land loser of the clubbed two acres of land and remaining land remaining land losers of the package cannot claim either employment or monetary compensation in lieu of the land contributed by them. Annuity – All land losers who are entitled to get lump sum monetary compensation may opt for payment of compensation amount in the form of annuity made payable to the land losers monthly, annually or at such intervals (not less than one year) as may be opted for by them. The annuity be paid for a maximum period extending to 60 years of age or the life of the project for which the land has been acquired, whichever is earlier. Note: -A person receiving a job foregoes all claims to above compensation and a person receiving above compensation foregoes all claim to employment.
(ii) Person whose homestead is acquired.
Compensation for homestead shall be paid as per the standard valuation method of the LA Act of the concerned State Govt. One time lump sum payment of Rs. 3, 00,000/- (Three lakhs) shall be paid in lieu of alternate House site. Assistance in designing Shifting Allowance compensation for construction of cattle shed. Monetary compensation for construction of work shed etc. The compensation shall be paid to displaced persons only after vacation and demolition of the homestead / work shed etc. Subsistence allowance:- Each affected displaced family will get subsistence allowance at the rate of 25 days (Minimum Agricultural Wage) per month for one year.
(iii) Sharecroppers, land lessees, tenants and day labourers.
The subsidiary will assist PAP to take up nonfarm self- employment through petty contracts or formation of co-operatives. If such co-operatives will not be entitled for awarding work as per Manual for lack of experience, the said co-operative will be facilitated by awarding small jobs to acquire experience after relaxation of the provisions of the Manual pertaining to experience with the approval of the Subsidiary Boards. Subsequent jobs may be awarded after getting report of the timely completion / quality / of the awarded jobs from the concerned Department or contractors. Contractors will also be persuaded to give job to eligible PAPs on a preferential basis where feasible as per terms of contract.
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Category of persons affected by the Project
Compensation and Rehabilitation entitlement option
iv) Landless tribal, Tribal dependent on forest produce
The subsidiary will assist PAP to establish nonfarm self-employment through the provision of infrastructure, petty contracts or formation of co-operatives and encourage provisions of Jobs with contractors. Contractors will be persuaded to give job to eligible PAPs on a percentile basis, where feasible. In addition, the subsidiaries will shift the tribal community as a unit and provide facilities to meet the specific needs of the tribal community that will allow them to maintain their unique cultural identity. Tribal affected family will be given one time financial assistance of 500 days of MAW for loss of customary right or usages of forest produce. Loss of customary rights needs to be authenticated by the district authority. -Tribal affected families resettled out of the district shall be given 25% higher rehabilitation and resettlement benefit.
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7.5 CERTIFIED EC COMPLIANCE REPORT The certified compliance report for existing EC of Yekona-I OC and Yekona-II OC
has been obtained from Regional Office, MoEF&CC, Nagpur. Field visit for
ascertaining status of compliance of EC conditions was made by RO MoEF&CC on
26.06.2019. Thereafter, the Certified Compliance Report was issued by the Regional
Office of MoEF&CC, Nagpur vide letter no. EC-1016/RON/2019-NGP/5622 dated
19.08.2019. There were zero non-compliance condition were observed against total
36 conditions by RO, MoEF&CC. Six nos of conditions were found to be partially
complied, against which action taken report (ATR) is being attached as Annexure-
IX.
7.6 ATR AGAINST CERTIFIED EC COMPLIANCE REPORT Following six EC conditions were noted as partially complied by RO, MoEF&CC. The
Action Taken Report against the Partially compliance report from Project Proponent
is given below:
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Compliance Condition Observation of MoEF Action taken
viii Crushers at the CHP should be operated with high efficiency bag filters, water sprinkling system should be provided to check fugitive emission from crushing operations, conveyor system, haulage roads, transfer points etc.
A separate coal handling plant yet to be provided. As of now coal is being extracted by surface miner.
At present, coal is extracted through Surface Miner with size of (-) 100 mm which can be directly used by the power plants. Hence, CHP is not required in the immediate future.
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xiv Regular monitoring of ground water level and quality should be carried out by establishing a network of existing wells and construction of new piezometers. The monitoring for quality should be done four times a year in pre-monsoon(May), monsoon (August), post-monsoon (November) and winter (January) seasons and for quality in May. Data thus collected should be submitted to the Ministry of Environment & Forests and the Central Pollution Control Board quarterly within one month of monitoring.
Ground levels were monitored at eighteen locations in the month of May, August, November 2017 and January 2018. Ground water qualities were monitored at five locations. PP has been submitting monitoring reports by July every year. As per the report, ground water levels were reported dry in the month of May in few villages. Further, the levels of hardness, TDS and Calcium were not within desirable limits in few villages (Annexure-2)
As per the earlier reports, it can be seen that, the water levels at these locations showing dry in May 2017. However, the mining activity in these areas was started in October 2017. This indicates that depletion of water levels is not due to our mining activities. In future if need arises, water supply arrangement will be provided to these villages. The levels of hardness, TDS and Calcium are not within desirable limits due to geological formation. Our mining activities do not influence these parameters.
xvi Sewage treatment plant should be installed in the new township/ colony. ETP should also be provided for workshop and CHP waste water.
Since, mining operation was started in 2017, no separate colony was made available to the mine workers. At present, mine workers is residing at Ekta Nagar Colony of Majri Area where 0.40 MLD capacity STP is under operation. Further, construction of ETP having capacity 100 KLPD is under progress.
Workshop ETP of 100 KLPD capacity with provision of Oil Skimmer will be completed by December 2019.
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iii Four ambient air quality monitoring stations should be established in the core zone as well as in the buffer zone for SPM, RPM, SO2, NOx monitoring. Location of the stations should be decided based on the meteorological data, topographical features, and environmentally and ecologically sensitive targets in consultation with the State Pollution Control Board.
It was observed that ambient air quality of PM10, PM2.5, SPM, NOx, Sox were monitored at four locations i.e. 1. Panzurni village, 2. Pit office, 3. Ashti village, 4. Sanskar Bharti School. As per the report, the level of PM10, PM2.5 and SPM levels were not within prescribed standards in Sanskar Bharti area (Annexure -3). PP need to take necessary steps to mitigate issues.
Sanskar Bharti School is 5.39 kms (aerial distance) from mine. Also, coal transportation route is not at all passing nearby the location. School is in the upwind direction from the mine. This indicates that the high values of PM10, PM2.5 and SPM are not due to mining activities. The higher values of PM10, PM2.5 and SPM at this location may be due to local activities of school like playing, canteen, movement of school buses and school autos and the impact of the same is locally confined.
iv Fugitive dust emissions (SPM & RPM) from all the sources should be controlled regularly monitored and data recorded properly. Water spraying arrangement on haul roads, wagon loading, dump trucks (loading &unloading) points should be provided and properly maintained.
PP has monitored SPM levels along with PM10, PM2.5, NOx and SOx at four locations i.e. 1. Panzurni village, 2. Pit office, 3. Ashti village, 4. Sanskar Bharti School. However, PP need to monitor fugitive emissions separately at loading and unloading points, haul roads and transportations roads separately. In addition, water sprinkling arrangements need to be improved.
Fugitive emission is monitored once in three months and monitoring of same is scheduled in the month of September 2019. Condition of Monitoring of Fugitive dust emissions will be regularly complied. Frequency of dust suppression through Mobile water tankers will be increased and additional fixed sprinklers will be provided at coal stock yard to arrest fugitive dust emissions (SPM & PM10, PM2.5,) from all the sources and will be regularly monitored and data recorded properly.
xvi The project authorities should advertise at least in two local newspapers widely circulated around the project, one of which shall be in vernacular language of the locality
PP has made advertisements in local newspapers i.e. i) Hitwada Nagpur (English) dated 04.11.2006 ii) Mahavidarbha
EC was granted by MoEF vide letter dated 17-10-2006 and Advertisement was published in following 2 Newspapers within 7 days after receipt of EC :-
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Figure 26 Google Imagery showing distance of existing mine and Sanskar Bharati School
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concerned within seven days of the clearance letter informing that the project has been accorded environmental clearance and a copy of the clearance letter is available with the State Pollution Control Board and may also be seen at web site of the Ministry of Environment & Forests at http://envfor.nic.in.
(Marathi) dated 04.11.2006. However, the clause of seven days were not followed (Annexure-5).
WCL takes up various infrastructural development works in the surrounding
area covering the needs of the local community and the various works
undertaken under CSR activities.
CSR work done by Majri Area of WCL for previous three year is given in
annexure-XVIII.
Development of road thereby improving the communication.
Improvement in Power, Telephone (including Mobile) facility.
Improvement in Health Care facility & Educational facility.
Improvement in Market / Trade & Business.
The social infrastructure by way of cultural mixing of people of other states
with local community glorifying “UNITY IN DIVERSITY”.
WCL as a responsible corporate organization in Central India is playing a
significant role in developing the region around its mines in the States of
Madhya Pradesh & Maharashtra.
Company provide employment to land losers as per its R& R Policy which will
certainly change the quality of life of land losers. Total 212 employment has
been given till 30.09.2019 to the land losers in compensation to the land. It is
estimated that approx 700 additional employment will be given to the land
losers in lieu of land acquired during land acquisition for expansion.
The total capital provided in approved Project Report for land acquisition is
513.1195 Crores in addition to Rs. 41.1908 Crores rupees for village
rehabilitation. Thus, total capital for land acquisition including village rehabilitation
works out to Rs. 555.1103 Crores. Out of total capital cost of the project, more
than 74 % of the expenditure will be made on land acquisition and R & R
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activities. Rs 268.64 crore has been paid as land compensation to land losers
until 31st August, 2019. Remaining land acquisition activities are proposed to be
completed within next 2 years.
The inflow of such a huge amount, more than Rs 500 crore will boost the
economy of the area. This will spurge the growth in secondary market also.
8.2 CSR ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKENBY MAJRI AREA, WCL One of the major benefit of the project is expenditure made from CSR funds for the
welfare of local population through various activities such as infrastructure
development, medical health camps, education, skill development, water supply,
roads. It paves the way for development of project-affected persons in achieving
higher standard of life.
CSR work in WCL Majri Area was done in the nearby villages in the field of skill
Development, health care, water supply, school and village infrastructure
development and sanitation. The details of activities conducted by Majri Area are
detailed below:
1. Skill development Training programmes for skill development were held for village youths, women and
farmers under Projects UDAAN, SHAKTI and KISAN respectively. These programs
helped in developing required skillsets and livelihood opportunities for the local
people.
TABLE 102 Skill development training under CSR Works in Majri Area 2019-2020
Project name
Type of Persons trained
No. of Persons trained
Type of training
UDAAN Youth 60 Electric gadget repairing, mobile repairing,
computer accounting with talley
SHAKTI Women 30 Beauty Parlour, Tailoring and design,
computer training
KISAN Farmers 30 Agricultural
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Figure 27Skill development program for youths as security guards under Project
UDAAN in Majri Area, WCL.
Figure 28 Skill Development Programme on Tailoring for Empowering local Women
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Figure 29 Skill Development Programme on Beautification for Empowering local Women
In 2018-19, 140 women were trained under Project Shakti. In 2016-17, a total 388 no
of persons were provided training under Project SHAKTI and UDAAN.
2. Health care Medical camps were held in Project Affected Villages i.e. Wanoja, Charurkhati,
Yekona and Marda villages during the months of February and March 2019 in which
following basic health checkups and tests were performed.
General health checkup
Blood sugar test
Anemia test
Height weight estimation for school children
Blood group test
Female checkup
Eye test
ENT test
Medical camp being conducted on 16.03.2019 at Wanoja village in Majri Area, WCL.
About 350 PAPs were examined by WCL doctors during the medical health camp.
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Figure – Medical Camp organized at Wanoja Village
Medical camp being conducted on 22.02.2019 at Yekona village in Majri Area, WCL.
(No. of beneficiaries-432).
Figure– Medical Camp at Yekona Village
In addition, eye checkup and specs distribution were done in Wanoja, Naidev,
Charurkhati and Marda villages in in the month of June 2019. Total 58 no of specs
were distributed to beneficiaries including 14 school children from Marda village.
Medicines were also distributed in nearby villages.
Table 103 Summary of Medical Camps Organised for PAPs in 2018-19 Total Medical Camps 26
Total Beneficiaries 4598
Total No. of villages covered 09
Total No. of Schools covered 11
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3. Water supply
Water distribution tanks, handpumps at various locations, Pipelines of overhead
tank, deep tube wells were constructed to ensure adequate availability of water
supply.
4. Infrastructure development
School, road and community infrastructure were developed during CSR work in Majri
area.
School infrastructure- In village schools, classrooms, library rooms, kitchen shed and
compound wall were constructed. Apart from that store materials and furniture were
provided in some schools.
Figure - Construction of Hall at Lokmanya School Bhadrawati (Left) and library
at Vatsalbhai Potdukhe Telugu school (Right), Majri Area, WCL.
Road infrastructure- Following types of roads were constructed in nearby & project
affected villages.
I. RCC Box culvert & Approach road -Shembal village
II. Cement Concrete Road -Naglone, Majri, Chiradevi, Ralegaon, Shembal,
Palasgaon and Pipri Deshmukh village
III. Black Topping of road -From GM office to Palasgaon village
IV. Bituminous Road - Palasgaon to Majri Basti, Ektanagar Complex to Chargaon
Junction.
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Figure - Construction of RCC Box Culvert & Approach Road at Shembel
Village(Left) and Black Topping Of Road from GM Office to Palasgaon Village
(Right)
Figure - Bituminous road from Palasgaon to Majri Basti (Left) and Copncrete road at
Chitradevi Village (Right) in Majri Area, WCL.
Community infrastructure-Compound wall & Shed at Funeral Place Majri, Shed at
Market place Majri, Renovation of toilet block in Nandori village and Construction of
tubewell in Majri, Vislon and Deulwada village was done as community works.
5. Sanitation Toilet complex was renovated in Nandori village and cement dustbins were fixed at
various places.
8.3 CSR ACTIVITIES PLANNED IN 2019-20 BY MAJRI AREA
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Further following activities are being planned to be taken up in Majri area in year
2019-20:
Table 104 Future CSR activities to be taken up in Majri area
S.
NO.
AREAS ACTIVITIES TO BE TAKEN UP BENEFICIARY
VILLAGE
1. Water supply RO plant with room chiller Yekona
Hand pumps installation Yekona, Marda,
Wanoja and Majri
2. School
materials and
infrastructure
Providing book shelf (Almari), table
and chair in order to establish four
no. of libraries in Majri, Yekona,
Patala and Charurkhati
Yekona, Majri,
Patala, Charurkhati
Barbed wire fencing at school. Charurkhati
9 Nos. Computers with printer and
UPS.
Wanoja, Yekona,
Kuchana (Z.P
School)
Gramin Kabaddi / Football
Tournament
Kuchana
3. Road
infrastructure
Re-metaling of road (5 mtr. Wide) Wanoja
Construction of road with drainage
from Gajanan Dukare to Palasgaon
Corner
Naglone
Re-carpeting road from CGM office
to Palasgaon.
Kuchana
4. Other facilities High Mast Tower with light near
railway station
Majri
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CHAPTER – IX ENVIRONMENTAL COST – BENEFIT ANALYSIS
Ministry of Environment & Forests while issuing TOR has not specifically indicated
for carrying out “Cost Benefit” Analysis, hence the same has not been carried out.
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CHAPTER – X ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
10.1 GENERAL Close monitoring of the environment and implementation of various protective
measures discussed in the report forms an important part of EIA & EMP. In the
earlier chapters the causes of various pollutions along with the preventive and
mitigating measures have been discussed. In this chapter description of the
administrative aspects of ensuring that mitigative measures are implemented and
their effectiveness monitored, after approval of the EIA is being discussed. 10.2 MONITORING ORGANISATION To have a close watch on the environmental condition and implementation of the
various measures suggested, a multi-disciplinary approach is essential for formation
of Environment Management Cell / Department.
WCL, has an Environment Deptt. headed by General Manager (Env.) at its HQ. The
department provides necessary support that are required for environmental
management of various mining projects under the jurisdiction of the company.
i.At area level, Area General Manager co-ordinates the activities of various
disciplines in the area to render all necessary assistance at the implementing
level i.e. the Project level.
ii.Nodal Officer (Environment) of the area monitors all aspects of environment on
behalf of the Area General Manager. He will also take suitable steps for generation
of environmental data along with CMPDI team for its analysis and interpretations.
iii.The work of plantation will be implemented through State Forest Deptt.
iv.At project level, Sub Area Manager is responsible for land resource management.
He is responsible for technical &biological reclamation as per the approved plan.
10.3 FUNCTIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT CELL /DEPARTMENT To integrate environmental factors into business decisions.
To prepare time bound action plan for implementation of various provisions of
Environment Management Plan, maintain a record of it and submit six monthly report
to MoEF&CC.
To monitor in compliance with environmental regulations.
Continual improvement in environmental performance.
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To follow proper documentation and monitoring procedures, for developing better
environmental management systems at the mine.
To ensure systematic and routine housekeeping to reduce generation of pollution
inside the mine.
To develop and maintain green belt in and around the mine.
To keep up with regulatory requirements and arrange for the necessary
certificates or consents viz. air and water.
To submit environmental statement to SPCB within stipulated time. Table 105 Organisation for Environment Management
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Measures/Actions Agency
1. Environmental Control 1 Area General Manager, MAJRI AREA 2 Nodal Officer, (Environment), MAJRI AREA 3 SAM , Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC 4 Staff Officer (Civil), MAJRI AREA 5 Environmental Cell (WCL H.Q.)
2. Environmental Monitoring 1 Area General Manager, MAJRI AREA 2 Staff Officer (Civil), MAJRI AREA 3 Nodal Officer, (Environment), MAJRI AREA 4 SAM , Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC 5 Environment Cell of WCL Headquarters 6 Environmental Laboratory of CMPDI, RI-IV
3. Reclamation 1 SAM , Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC 2 Nodal Officer, (Environment), MAJRI AREA 3 Environmental Supervisor
Internal monitoring mechanism setup at WCL: In order to effectively implement the environmental safeguards during day to day
operations of the mine coupled with due compliance to the norms, an internal
monitoring mechanism has recently been set up. The mechanism set-up starts from
Area (in this case Majri) wherein Area Level Committee every month will review the
status of compliance through a standard checklist. The report thus prepared will be
submitted to WCL (HQ). The report will then be examined & reviewed by corporate
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level apex committee at WCL (HQ). The final reviewed report will then be submitted
to Company Board for information.
10.3 ENVIRONMENTAL COST PROJECTION a) Capital Requirement for Environmental Protection Measures : A capital provision of Rs 97.09 lakhs has been made against environment protection and
details are given in table below: Table 106 Capital Requirement for Environmental Protection Measures
Sl No. Particulars Amount (` Lakhs) 1 Base line Env. Data generation(as per new guidelines)
and scientific studies related to environment 11.24
2 Sedimentation pond for treatment of mine waste water 15.37 3 Effluent treatment plant for treatment of workshop
effluent 10.25
4 Digital Mapping for land use plan 8.99 5 Installation of fixed type sprinklers for dust control
(including water reservoir, pump, pipeline etc.) 35.87
6 Plantation during First three year 15.37 TOTAL 97.09 Revenue Cost
Rs. 6.00/t of coal has been provided to absorb environmental related cost in the
project. The expenditure made upto 31.03.2019 on Environment management
through the revenue cost is detailed in table below.
Account head Expenditure made on Environment Management till 31.03.201 through revenue cost
Yekona-II OC Mine
Water Pollution Control measures Rs 12.18 lakhs
Monitoring Rs 11.70 Lakhs
Statutory expenses Rs 27.45 Lakhs
Yekona-I OC Mine
Statutory expenses Rs 17.10 Lakhs
In future as the coal production increases, the revenue amount for Environment
Management will also increase multifold. The revenue expenditure for mitigation of
pollution, plantation and for other statutory requirement will continued to made
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throughout the mine life. At its peak production capacity of 3.44 MTPA, the revenue
amount of 2.06 Crore will be available for Environment Management.
CSR Cost
The fund for the CSR will be allocated based on 2% of the average net profit of the
Company for the three immediate preceding financial years or Rs 2.00 per tonne of
Coal Production of the previous year whichever is higher.
It is felt that the above provisions are adequate to handle the pollution load.
However, if need arises, necessary action along with provision of fund shall be
accordingly taken.
10.4 CORPORATE ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIBILITY Provision of Rs 3.63Crorewill be made by project proponent on Corporate
Environment Responsibility in compliance of MoEF&CC OM dated 1st May, 2018.
The present proposal is for expansion and amalgamation of existing projects. The
fund allocation for CER will be 0.5 % of the 727.28 Crore, which has been approved
for the project by CIL Board in its 319th meeting held on 12.08.2015 as
communicated by Company Secretary, CIL vide its letter no.
CIL:XI(D):04112:2015:10875 dated 26.08.2015.
Following activities will be carried by utilising CER funds:
o Infrastructure creation for
Drinking water supply
Sanitation
Health
Education
Skill Development
Roads
Cross Drains
Electrification including Solar Power
Solid Waste Management Facilities
o Scientific Support and awareness to local farmers to increase yield crop and fodder
o Comprehensive Conservation Plan for Schedule I Species
o Rain Water Harvesting
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o Soil Moisture Conservation Works
o Avenue Plantation
o Plantation in Community Areas
In this regard, it is mentioned that the issues to be raised during Public Hearing with
specific reference to the above listed items will also be implemented by this CER
fund.
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CHAPTER – XI SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
11.1 Introduction Yekona-I opencast coal mine project (0.40 MTPA) was accorded EC for production
capacity of 0.40 MTPA in a lease area of 265.50 ha vide MoEFCC letter no. J-
project was accorded EC for production capacity of 0.60 MTPA in a lease area of
414.56 ha vide MoEFCC letter no. J-11015/182/2006-IA.II (M) dated 17th October
2006.
However, due to increase in land cost by Maharashtra Govt. & new R&R Policy of
CIL, it was not possible to acquire the land of the two projects within the sanctioned
capital. Considering the demand of power grade coal within the country and to start
the mine economically, a new Project Report was formulated with amalgamation of
common infrastructural facilities with enhanced production capacity by including the
dip side reserves and working both the mines independently. Amalgamated Project
Report was prepared upto a maximum quarry depth of 160 m (previously maximum
90 m) with reserves up to 57.85 MT (previously total coal reserves in two projects
was 16.07 MT). The Project Report of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC was duly
approved by CIL Board for normative capacity of 2.75 MTPA and peak capacity of
3.44 MTPA in its 319th meeting held on 12.08.2015 as communicated by Company
Secretary, CIL vide its letter no. CIL:XI(D):04112:2015:10875 dated 26.08.2015.
Based on the approved Project Report, the Form – 1 document was submitted to
MoEF&CC for obtaining EC for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC involving increase in
production capacity from 1.00 MTPA to 3.44 MTPA (peak) and increase in ML area
from 680.06 ha to 1701.32 ha. The proposal was discussed in 47th, 53rd& 55th EAC
(Thermal & Coal Mining) meeting of MoEFCC and terms of References (TORs) was
granted vide MoEF&CC vide letter no J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated
06.06.2016.The copy letter for ToR is attached as Annexure-I.
Due to delay in conducting Public Hearing and rescheduling of the implementation of
the project, the Final EIA-EMP report could not be submitted within the prescribed
three years’ time frame. Hence, an application for extension for validity of ToR was
submitted to MoEF&CC vide online application no. IA/MH/CMIN/50208/2016 on 14th
April, 2019 in accordance with the Ministry’s OM dated 29th August, 2017 before
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expiry of validity period along with updated Form-1. Subsequently, MoEF&CC
accorded approval for extension of validity of ToR for Amalgamated Yekona I & II
OC for production capacity of 2.75 MTPA (normative) and 3.44 MTPA (peak) in an
area of 1701.32 ha for a period of 1 year i.e. up to 6th June, 2020 vide MoEF&CC
letter no J-11015/381/2015.IA-II (M) dated 21.06.2019. The Public Hearing for the
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC mine (production capacity of 3.44 MTPA (Peak)
within area of 1701.32 ha) was conducted successfully by State Pollution Control
Board, Maharashtra at the project site in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur on 14th June,
2019. The Public Hearing was presided by ADM, Chandrapur and attended by more
than 200 people from nearby villages. The minutes of meeting detailing issues
raised during Public Hearing has been issued by MPCB vide letter no
MPCB/SROC/3929/2019 dated 23.07.2019. The details of PH and its ATR are
provided in Chapter 7 of this EIA-EMP report.
For acquiring the additional land required for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine,
revenue record of land were collected. According to the revenue records it was
noticed that grazing land bearing survey nos 26/2, 27, 28/2, 2/1& 2/2 in Nagala Rith
Mouza which were considered as Govt. land in the approved Project Report are
actually recorded as forest land in revenue records. The forest land bearing survey
nos 26/2, 27, & 28/2 measuring 2.76 ha in Nagala Rith Mouza are adjacent to the
proposed lease boundary of the amalgamated project and re-appropriation of the
boundary is done excluding these forest land. However, the forest land bearing
survey no. 2/1 and 2/2 in the Nagala Rith mouza measuring 0.62 ha falls in the
middle of proposed external OB dump of Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine. Due
to which acquisition of this forest land has become inevitable to have sufficient
external OB dump capacity and sustainability of mining operations.
Process of filing of application for Stage-I forestry clearance is under process.
Project Proponent is in process of collecting necessary documents required for the
Stage-I FC application from the authorities. The application for obtaining minimum
demand certificate from District Collector and application for obtaining NOC from the
Archeological Survey of India have been made as required for obtaining Stage-I FC.
Once the above documents are obtained, the application for Stage-I FC will be
processed.
As the Stage – I forestry clearance for the 0.62 ha of forest land is yet to be secured
and with all efforts, the formal Stage – I FC may take time. As country’s coal
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demand is outpacing its present production level, it is very essential to open new
projects or enhance the target production of existing mines of WCL.
Now considering the present status of the mine and the surged demand of power
grade coal from WCL mines for the power plants of Maharashtra and the
requirements of MoEF&CC, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land 0.62 Ha and
adjacent non-forest land 21.31Ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has been
prepared as Phase – I for the peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA for a lease area of
1679.39 ha. The Mining Plan of Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC Mine of Majri Area
was duly approved by WCL Board for Phase-I in its 315th meeting held on 27th &
28th September, 2019 vide its letter no. WCL/BD/SECTT/BM-315/2019/958 dated
12.10.2019.
As per the approved mining plan this application is being made for obtaining
Environment Clearance for expansion in production capacity from 1.00 MTPA to
3.44 MTPA (Peak) and increasing area from 680.06 ha to 1679.39 ha involving no
forest land. It is an interim arrangement till the Stage-I FC for 0.62 ha of forest land
is obtained.
The application for obtaining Stage-I forestry clearance has been already made.
Once the Stage-I forestry clearance is obtained, application for Environmental
Clearance for the Phase-II of the project will be made. The Public Hearing and TOR
have been secured for the total land of the project i.e. 1701.32 ha. Accordingly,
impact assessment study has been made in this EIA report and Environment
Management Plan is being formulated for the entire ML area of 1701.32 ha.
The proposed arrangement of proceeding ahead with Phase – I (with the expansion
capacity excluding the forest land of 0.62 ha and adjacent non-forest land of 21.31
ha) is an interim arrangement and it will help the project to achieve considerable
increase in production following all the requirements of MoEF&CC within the non –
forest land to meet the requirement of the Nation.
No forest land is involved in the Phase-I of the project area. 11.1.1 Location The project is located adjacent to Yekona village which falls in Warora Tehsil of
Chandrapur District of Maharashtra State. The mine falls in interior under developed
region of Chandrapur district. Nagpur and Chandrapur townships are located at a
distance of 110 kms and 52 kms from the block respectively.
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The project area is bounded by latitudes N 20o 13' 39" to 21o 16' 14" N and
longitudes E 78o55'25" to 78o 58’ 24" and is covered by Survey of India Topo Sheet
No. 55L/15 & 55L/16.
11.1.2 Communication
The Delhi Chennai Grand Trunk railway line passes about 5 kms east of the project.
The nearest railway station is Warora, situated at 5 km distance, S.E of the project.
The Nagpur-Chandrapur road is about 5 km to the East of the project. The coal mine
can be approached by a fair-weather road from Warora to Nagri via Wanoja. This
road passes through the eastern part of the leasehold area and joins Nagpur-
Chandrapur road at Warora. Nearest airport is at Nagpur about 110 kms from the
project site.
11.1.3 Topography & Drainage:
The entire area of the block is covered by agriculture land with black cotton soil and
exhibits a gently undulating topography with general slope towards north. The
altitude of the area ranges from 187 m to 203.72 m from Mean Sea Level.
The drainage in the area is controlled by the Wardha River which is flowing
southerly and also demarcates the western limit of the block. H.F.L. of Wardha River
in the block area is about 198 m. A seasonal nallah passing through the proposed
land area of external overburden dump is envisaged to be diverted along the mine
boundary. A canal passes through mine area is also proposed to be diverted along
the mine boundary.
11.1.4 Climate & Rainfall
The area is characterized by subtropical climate. The highest temperature recorded
is 480 C during summer and during winter season the temperature goes down to
100C. Monsoon is normally active during the period from 15th June to 15th
September. The annual rainfall data, which were recorded at Warora tehsil office,
district Chandrapur for the period from 1984 to 2006 indicates minimum of 716.40
mm (year 2004) and maximum of 1839.06 mm (year 1986) of total annual rainfall.
11.2 Geo-mining Parameters The geo-mining parameters of the proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC are
tabulated below:
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Sl. No.
PARTICULARS YEKONA-I
YEKONA-II
Amalgamated Yekona I & II
OC
1 Av. Thickness of seam (m) 9.24 9.94 2 Gradient of seam 1 in 7 to
1in 14 1 in 4.8 to
1 in 8
3 Depth (m): Min. Max.
30 160
25 150
4 Av. Strike length (m) At surface At floor
1700 1400
3800 3200
5 Average Dip-Rise width(km) a)On floor b)On Surface
9 Total volume of OB (Mm3) 225.71 226.78 452.49 10 Average stripping ratio (m3/t) 9.01 6.91 7.82 11 Annual mine target (MTPA) 1.00 to
1.25 1.25 to
1.50 2.75
12 Life of the mine 25 24 25
Type and Method of Mining Operations: Opencast Mining, Semi- mechanized
(Shovel- Dumper Combination) is proposed.The proposed Amalgamated Yekona I &
II OC mine has two quarries namely Yekona-I & Yekona-II. These quarries would
be further sub-divided into two sub-quarries & sequence of mining shall be designed
in such a way that backfilling can be maximized.
In approved Project Report, it was also suggested that as the geo-mining condition
is favourable for deployment of Surface Miner in Yekona-II OC and deployment of
Surface Miner on Hiring basis might be considered in Yekona-II OC subject to
economic viability. According to the suggestion, Surface miner has been considered
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and deployed in Yekona-II quarry due to its economic and environmental benefits.
Deployment of surface miner replaces three dust-generating operations of
conventional mining system namely drilling; blasting and crushing of coal in one go.
11.3 Description of Environment and Anticipated Impact The present scenario has been assessed by the data generated in post-monsoon
2016 for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC. Meteorological data generated in same
period at project site is being used for the purpose of air quality impact prediction.
11.3.1Micrometeorology
Meteorological data collected at meteorological station representing the study area
during the study period (1st October 2016 to 31st December 2016) reveals the
following status:
(i) Wind Speed/Direction Generally, moderate to stronger winds prevailed throughout the season.
Winds were moderate particularly during the morning hours. During the
afternoon hours the winds were stronger. Wind speed readings were ranging
from ≤0.5 m/sec to 4.2 m/sec. The seasonal average wind speed was
observed to be 1.42 m/sec. The wind pattern of the study period is presented
below:
The analysis of wind pattern during the season showed that the predominant
wind directions were from North-East, East followed by North having
frequencies 15.35%, 14.58% & 6.34% respectively.
The calm conditions prevailed 43.38%. The analysis of wind speeds during the
study period indicated that the low speed of 1 - 5 kmph occupied 51.58 %
while wind speed of 5 - 11 kmph occupied 4.75 % respectively. Higher than 11
kmph of wind speed was not recorded during meteorological data generation.
(ii) Temperature Temperature values ranged between 9.5OC to 37.4OC. The seasonal average
temperature value during this period was found to be 26.0OC.
(iii) Relative Humidity The daily average relative humidity values were in the range of 56.3 to
59.61%. The seasonal average humidity value was found to be 58.24%.
(iv) Cloud Cover Mostly clear sky was predominant during the study period.
(v) Atmospheric Pressure
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The average atmospheric pressure value has been found to be around 29.61
in Hg.
(vi) Rainfall Total 4 mm rainfall was recorded during the study period. The average rainfall
during the season was found to be 0.04 mm.
11.3.2 Air quality Core Zone I – Yekona Village (SA - 1)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 34 to
69 µg/m3 and19 to 38 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 8.2
to 13.5 µg/m3 and 11.0 to 19.0 µg/m3 respectively. Core Zone II – Pandurni Village (SA - 2)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 34 to
48 µg/m3 and19 to 26 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 7.5
to 14.1 µg/m3 and 13.4 to 19.6 µg/m3 respectively. Marda Village (SA - 3)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 31 to
51 µg/m3 and19 to 28 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 6.9
to 13.4 µg/m3 and 11.3 to 16.7 µg/m3 respectively. Wanoja Village (SA - 4)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 43 to
69 µg/m3 and23 to 37 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 8.9
to 12.3 µg/m3 and 11.2 to 19.3 µg/m3 respectively. Naydev Village (SA - 5)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 63 to
98 µg/m3 and33 to 56 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 12.8
to 18.7 µg/m3 and 15.8 to 38.5 µg/m3 respectively. Mohbala Village (SA - 6)
At this location, PM10 and PM2.5 concentration were observed in the range of 38 to
66 µg/m3 and21 to 37 µg/m3. SO2 and NOx concentration were in the range of 8.3
to 15.6 µg/m3 and 12.3 to 21.3 µg/m3 respectively.
The heavy metals values are found to be very low and negligible The heavy metals
like Arsenic (As) and Mercury (Hg) were found to be Below Detectable Limit (BDL)
and other metals like Nickel (Ni),Lead (Pb) and Chromium (Cr) values are found to be
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very low and negligible. All the values are found to be well within the NAAQ
Standards prescribed by CPCB.
In general, all the values are found to be well within the AAQM Standards prescribed
by CPCB. The impact of thermal power plant could be observed over the Naydev
Village. Although Ambient air quality is within prescribed limit, still the values are
comparatively higher at Naydev village w.r.t. other locations.
11.3.3 Water quality
To assess the quality of drinking water and lotic system (surface water) around the
project area, the water samples were collected from the following locations around
the project area: Table 107 Sampling locations for water quality analysis
Sl. No. Name of Sampling Locations Frequency Location
Code 1 Marda Village – Hand Pump Once in a season GW1 2 Core zone - Hand Pump Once in a season GW2
3 Yakona Village – Bore Well Once in a season GW3 4 Wanoja Village – Open Well Once in a season GW4 5 Wardha River (Up/S) Once in a season SW1
6 Wardha River (Dn/S ) Once in a season SW2
The water quality was analyzed for physio-chemical and heavy metal parameters.
Bacterial examination was also carried out to find out the Coliform contamination (if
any) at water sources. The detailed water quality report is given chapter-III of this EIA-
EMP report. The water quality all the parameters are found to be well within the
prescribed norms of, IS: 10500 – 1991 (permissible) and IS: 2296 - 1982.
11.3.4 Hydrogeological quality
The average water levels fluctuations measured from the area in and around in year
2018 for proposed Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC are given below.
Pre monsoon
(May-Jun’ 2018)
Core Zone 7.75 m to 10.64 m
Buffer zone 4.10 m to 12.70 m
Post monsoon
(Oct-Nov’ 2018)
Core Zone 4.65 m to 8.10m
Buffer zone 1.85 m to 10.40 m
11.3.5 Noise levels Baseline data of Mean Leq noise levels at day time and night time was generated at
six locations for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC in post monsoon season, 2016.
All noise levels values are found to be within the prescribed limits.
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11.3.6 Land Use
Total area required for the project is 1701.32 ha. Out of this about 254.15 ha is
acquired for Yekona-I OC and 421.70 ha is acquired for Yekona-II OC. Total 675.85
ha land has been acquired, additional 1025.47 ha land will be acquired for proposed
project.
The forest land bearing survey no. 2/1 and 2/2 in the Nagala Rith mouza measuring
0.62 ha falls in the middle of proposed external OB dump of Amalgamated Yekona-I
& II OC mine. Due to which acquisition of this forest land has become inevitable to
have sufficient external OB dump capacity.
As the Stage – I forestry clearance for the 0.62 ha of forest land is yet to be secured
and with all efforts, the formal Stage – I FC may take time. The country’s coal
demand is outpacing its present production level, it is very essential to open new
projects or enhance the target production of existing mines of WCL.
Now considering the present status of the mine and the surged demand of power
grade coal from WCL mines for the power plants of Maharashtra and the
requirements of MoEF&CC, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land 0.62 ha and
adjacent non-forest land 21.31 ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has been
prepared as Phase – I. The project will have peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA for a lease
area of 1679.39 ha in Phase-I.
The Phase-I of Project is only an interim arrangement for working without inclusion of
forest land. However, as the forestry clearance is obtained, the mine will continue as
per the approved Project Report with total ML Area of 1701.32 ha. Accordingly, the
breakup of land use during mining, post mining land use, Stage-wise land use
reclamation and Stage-wise plantation programme are detailed below for total ML
area of 1701.32 ha. Table 108 Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC (Phase-
I) S.N.
LAND USE Within ML Area (ha)
Outside ML Area (ha)
Total
1 Agricultural land 1570.31 50.49 1620.80 2 Forest land -- -- -- 3 Waste land/Govt. land 58.59 - 58.59 4 Grazing land -- -- -- 5 Surface water bodies -- -- -- 6 Settlements -- -- -- 7 Others (specify) -- -- -- Total 1628.90 50.49 1679.39
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Table 109 Present Land use of the land required for Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC
S.N.
LAND USE Within ML Area (ha)
Outside ML Area (ha)
Total
1 Agricultural land 1590.62 50.49 1641.11 2 Forest land 0.62 -- 0.62 3 Waste land/Govt. land 59.59 - 59.59 4 Grazing land -- -- -- 5 Surface water bodies -- -- -- 6 Settlements -- -- -- 7 Others (specify) -- -- -- Total 1650.83 50.49 1701.32
Table 110 Final Land Use S.N.
Land use during mining
Land use (ha) Plantation
Water Body
Public use
Undisturbed
Total
1 External OB Dump 320.02 -- -- -- 320.02
2 Top soil dump -- -- -- -- -- 3 Excavation 352.00 337.20 -- -- 689.20 4 Roads 5.00 -- 25.00 -- 30.00 5 Built up area 70.00 -- 122.37 -- 250.72 5a Nalla and
Canal Diversion -- 58.35 -- -- 58.35
6 Green Belt Included in S. No. 4, 5 & 7 7 Undisturbed
Area 100.00 -- -- 311.38 411.38
Total 847.02 395.55 147.37 311.38 1701.32
11.3.7 Flora & Fauna
The baseline data for flora and fauna has been conducted during post monsoon
season, 2016 within the core and buffer zone of the project.
Two schedule-I species Great India Bustard and Indian pied hornbill were recorded
within the buffer zone. Comprehensive Conservation Plan for the schedule-I species
is being prepared.
11.3.8 Socio Economic: Marda village falling within the core zone are required to be rehabilitated and
resettled. The village is 50 meters away from the proposed quarry area.Positive
impacts on socio-economic environment are expected due to creation of direct and
indirect employment opportunities and development of infrastructure such as roads,
schools, hospitals etc.
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11.4 Anticipated Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures To have a close watch on the environmental condition and implementation of various
measures suggested, a multi- disciplinary approach is essential.
11.4.1 Air Quality:
In order to assess the likely impact of proposed expansion of opencast mine on
ambient air, numerical modeling has been carried out by using AERMOD version
16216r Air Quality Model and is incorporated in this EIA-EMP.
Air Pollution Control Measures
In order to mitigate the adverse impacts on ambient air, the control measures taken
in existing project and proposed during the life of the mine are given below:
Particular/Location Existing Mitigation Measures
Mitigation Measures for
proposed Amalgamation and
Expansion
Provision for Funds
Mobile Water Sprinklers along Haul road, Coal stockyard, Weigh bridge, Coal transportation road
1 Nos of 12 KL Mobile
Water Sprinklers Deployed
Black topping of entire coal transportation route.
Avenue Plantation along the coal transport route.
Additional 3 nos of mobile Water sprinklers of sufficient capacity to be deployed when both the quarries starts working full-fledged.
Through Revenue cost (Rs 6/tonne of coal produced) and contractual agency.
Fixed Water Sprinklers at Coal Stock Yard, along Coal Transport Route
Measures to be taken
Total 30 fixed sprinklers are proposed to be installed at dust generating locations such as Coal Stock Yard, along coal transport route, weigh bridge,
Provision of capital cost Rs 35 Lakh has been made in the Approved Project Report for installation of fixed type sprinklers.
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Railway Siding etc.
Plantation 50 Nos Total 2117550 nos of saplings will be planted in 847.02 ha till mine closure.
Provision of capital cost of Rs 15 Lakhs has been made for plantation during first 3 years. Afterwards plantation activities will be carried out as per the plantation programme approved in this EIA report through Revenue Cost (Rs 6 /tonne of coal produced).
Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station
Under process of
tendering of work for
installation of CAAQMS
1 Nos of CAAQMS is proposed to be installed by March’20 to continuously assess the status of ambient air quality level within ML area.
Capital provision of Rs 79 Lakhs has been made by Majri Area, WCL. Tendering work is in process, It is likely to be installed by March’20.
Coal Extraction through Surface Miner
The geo-mining condition are found to be favorable for deployment of Surface Miner in Yekona-II OC. According, Surface miner has been deployed in Yekona-II quarry. Deployment of surface miner replaces three dust-generating operations of conventional mining system namely drilling; blasting and crushing of coal in one go. Surface miner will be kept deployed during expansion in the Yekona-II quarry until geo-mining conditions are suitable for use of surface miner. However, geo-mining conditions in Yekona-I quarry does not permit the use of surface miner for coal extraction.
Through Contractual Agency
Following pollution control measures should be continued throughout the mine life:
a) Water sprinkling on road, stockpiles by mobile tankers.
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b) Black topping of road.
c) Covering of trucks carrying coal & avoiding overloading of trucks.
d) Development of adequate green belt all along the coal transportation road on both
sides.
e) Blasting to be done between shifts or during the rest interval when the minimum
number of persons are present around the blast area. In order to quickly disperse
the dust generated in blasting operations, blasting to be avoided when there is wind.
Blasting to be avoided in the mornings and during cloudy situations.
f) Wet suppression of unpaved areas can achieve dust emission reductions of about
70 percent or more, and this can sometimes be increased by up to 95% through the
use of chemical stabilisation.
g) Optimize travel distances through appropriate site layout and design.
h) Vehicular emission of particulates, SO2, NOx, hydrocarbons can be minimized by
proper training and maintenance of vehicles and other oil - operated equipment.
i) Regular monitoring of ambient air quality as per CPCB rules for Coal Mines.
Plantation to Check Air Pollution
Green belt of adequate width should be raised by planting native species in
consultation with the forest department around the mine lease area on both sides of
haul road, near material handling plant, on external overburden dumps and backfilled
quarry along undisturbed area. The life of mine is 25 years and it takes at least 3-5
years for development of green belt. Thus, the green belt along the mine boundary
should be developed on priority basis preferably within first 3 years. It will be
beneficial in controlling the air pollution during the rest of the mine life.
About 100.0 ha of plantation will be carried out in undisturbed area. Total 847.02 ha
out of total 1701.32 Ha (50%) area will be planted until the end of mine life.
11.4.2 Water Quality Anticipated Impact
Mining and its associated activities not only use a lot of water but also likely to affect
the hydrological regime of the area. The major impact of deep and large mines is of
natural groundwater table. Lowering of water table may result in reduced
groundwater availability. Extraction of different minerals is known to lead to water
pollution due to heavy metal, acid discharges and increased suspended solids.
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However effect of existing Yekona-II OC coal mining on water is mainly observed as
increase in suspended solids.
Salient controls measures to be taken are as follows:
i) Industrial Effluent
The wastewater from workshop and CHP, which normally remain laden with oil and
grease, suspended and dissolved solids will be treated in the Effluent Treatment
Plant (ETP). Clear water coming out from the treatment plant will be taken into the
closed water circuit and recycled for its reuse. All parameter of ETP waste discharge
will be monitored regularly as per Env. (Protection) Amendment Rule, 2000.
The tendering work for installation of ETP is under process with the estimated cost of
Rs 23.75 Lakhs. Workshop ETP of 100 KLD capacity with provision of Oil Skimmer is
likely to be commissioned by December 2019.
ii) Mine Water
Most of the suspended particles is settled in the sump located in the quarry and the
supernatant water is pumped out to the sedimentation tank present on surface. This
water is to be passed through sedimentation pond on surface, before being
discharged in to natural drain or agricultural field. Sedimentation tank of dimension 45
mtr x 15 mtr x 1.20 mtr has been constructed with two nos. baffle walls for existing
Yekona-II OC mine with the capital expenditure of Rs 12.18 Lakhs. A separate
sedimentation tank of adequate capacity is proposed to be constructed for the
treatment of mine discharge from Yekona-I quarry.
The mine water discharge quality is being regularly monitored on fortnightly basis.
The water quality parameters are found to be within CPCB prescribed limit standard.
iii) Surface Run-off
Adequate numbers of vegetation will be grown on the top surface and slopes of the
dumps in order to arrest the erosion of soil and it will also reduce surface run-off,
which helps averting siltation of natural water courses. Garland drains has been
constructed in the periphery of the existing Yekona-II OC mine to reduce the siltation
of the water bodies. In future, more such garland drains will be constructed as the
mine expands.
iv) Sewage Treatment Plant
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A colony with 132 nos of quarters is proposed to be constructed for the
Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC. The project proponent will make necessary
provisions for construction of sewage treatment plant at the colony.
Impact on Hydro-Geological Regime In opencast mines, the different aquifers overlying the working coal seam would be
contributing groundwater to the mine by gravity drainage since they are
exposed/removed at the mine. As such due to this pumping, cone of depression
would be formed. The shape and extent of the cone would depend on mainly
hydraulic conductivity and specific yield of aquifers, mine depth & area etc.
Generally steep drawdown cone would be formed in poor potential aquifers thereby
the influence area is to small distance and reverse is established in respect of
aquifers with high hydraulic conductivity.
The radius of mine influence area has been estimated for Amalgamated Yekona-I &
II OC Mine based on the above mentioned aquifer and mine parameters and works
out to around 530 m at final mine depth of 160 m for Yekona-I OC mine and 375 m
at a final depth of 150 m for Yekona-II OC Mine. It may be appropriate to mention
here that the presence of prominent boundaries/water bodies, faults and also inter
fringing of sandstone and shale beds may restrict the propagation of drawdown
cone.
Conservation Measures:
1. The mine discharge will be utilized to meet the mine’s domestic, dust suppression,
firefighting and other industrial water needs.
2. The artificial recharge by water conservation structures in the outside mine influence
areas will check water level lowering. The impact on ground water level is being
minimized by artificial recharge by spreading of pumped out water, creation and
filling of ponds with mine water and construction of rainwater harvesting structure.
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3. After the cessation of mining, with copious rainfall and abundant groundwater
recharge, the water levels will recoup and attain normalcy. Thus, the impact of
mining on groundwater system may be considered as a temporary phenomenon.
The old mine workings also behave as water pools and improves the resource
availability in the area.
4. The discharged mine water would be available for the local people to utilize in
irrigation and domestic use. Thereby the mine water will be a resource for many of
the local villagers.
5. Monitoring of water quality of mine water discharge, local river/nala and domestic
water (dug well/hand pumps) will be done under routine monitoring. On analyzing
the field data if any area receiving the maximum impact, suitable controls measures
will be adopted by the project authorities.
11.4.3 Noise Quality In order to assess the existing ambient noise level in the surrounding of
Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC, the baseline data was generated in post monsoon
season, 2016 is documented in previous chapter III of the report and noise level
values have been found to be within permissible limits.
Noise Pollution Control Measures
Monitoring of the noise control will be carried out on regular basis as per the
Environment (Protection) Amendment Rule 2000. While planning for an effective
noise attenuation measures, the concept of source, path and receiver has been
considered.
11.4.4 Impact on Land and Land Reclamation
Total area required for the project is 1701.32 Ha. Out of this about 254.15 Ha is
acquired for Yekona I OC and 421.70 Ha is acquired for Yekona-II OC. Total
675.85 Ha land acquired and additional 1025.47 Ha land will be acquired for
proposed project.
The land use in core zone is mainly agricultural land. So the major impact on land
will degradation of agriculture land in the mining area. Forest land of 0.62 ha is
within the 1701.62 ha of total area. As forestry clearance will take considerable time
and considering the demand of coal, a Mining Plan by excluding the Forest land
0.62 ha and adjacent non-forest land 21.31 ha (for maintaining mine geometry) has
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been prepared as Phase – I. The project will have peak capacity of 3.44 MTPA for
a lease area of 1679.39 ha in Phase-I. No forest land is involved in Phase-I
The following activities have been proposed for reclamation of land.
1. Backfilling of the excavated area at the time of mine closure.
2. Levelling of the backfilled area and carpeting with the topsoil.
3. Creation of garland drains in order to arrest the silt load, due to erosion, to enter
into natural watercourses during surface run-off.
4. Grass, legumes and different types of plants etc. will be planted on such
reclaimed land in order to make it, as far as possible, conducive to agricultural
growth.
5. Technical and biological reclamation of external OB dump and rehandling at the
end of mine life. The density of trees will be around 2500 plants/Ha.
11.4.5 Rehabilitation & Resettlement
In this report rehabilitation of Marda village is proposed as it is located on coal
bearing area. The census data of year 2011 is available for Marda village. The data
for Marda Village is as tabulated below:-
Population of Marda Village As Per 2011 Census Data
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No
Village
Name Households Population Males Females
The total capital provided in approved Project Report for land acquisition is
513.1195 Crores in addition to Rs. 41.1908 Crores rupees for village rehabilitation.
Thus, total capital for land acquisition including village rehabilitation works out to
Rs. 555.1103 Crores. Out of total capital cost of the project, more than 74 % of the
expenditure will be made on land acquisition and R & R activities. Rs 268.64 crore
has been paid as land compensation to land losers until 31st August, 2019.
Remaining land acquisition activities are proposed to be completed within next 2
years
Rehabilitation Scheme
Compensation will be paid to the families as per the R & R Policy of Coal India.Rate
adopted for Government land is Rs 14.82 lacs/ha. For tenancy land Rs 24.70
lacs/ha is adopted assuming irrigated land. Provision of 41.1908 Crores has been
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made in approved project report for the rehabilitation and resettlement of Marda
village.
11.4.6 Progressive Mine Closure Plan
The mine closure cost will cover the different mine closure activities for which a
corpus fund will be created by opening an escrow account with the coal controller
organization in nationalized bank. An amount @ Rs 6.00 lakhs per Ha of the project
area will be deposited in this account for final mine closure. Progressive mine
closure will be done with the fund provided in approved report. The financial
provision for closure of Project Report for Amalgamated Yekona-I & II OC mine for
the entire mine life comes to around Rs. 281.5160Crores (based on January, 2015
WPI @ Rs 6 lakh/ Ha and 5% escalation each year.
11.5 Environmental Monitoring Programme The Environmental Monitoring Programme will be carried out as per statutory
requirements and detailed in the chapter – IV of the Draft EIA report.
Environment Management Cell
WCL, has an Environment Deptt. headed by General Manager (Env.) at its HQ. The
department provides necessary support that are required for environmental
management of various mining projects under the jurisdiction of the company. At
area level, Area General Manager co-ordinates the activities of various disciplines in
the area to render all necessary assistance at the implementing level i.e. the Project
level. Nodal Officer (Environment) of the area monitors all aspects of environment
on behalf of the Area General Manager. He will also take suitable steps for
generation of environmental data along with CMPDI team for its analysis and
interpretations.
11.6 Environmental Cost Projection A capital provision of Rs 97.09 lakhs has been made against environment
protection. Rs. 6.00/t of coal has been provided to absorb environmental related cost
in the project.
11.7 Provision for CSR Work
The fund for the CSR will be allocated based on 2% of the average net profit of the
Company for the three immediate preceding financial years or Rs 2.00 per Tonne of
Coal Production of the previous year whichever is higher.
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11.8 Provision of CER Funds Provision of Rs 3.63 Crore will be made by project proponent on Corporate
Environment Responsibility in compliance of MoEF&CC OM dated 1st May, 2018.
11.8 Conclusion The project envisaged R & R of Marda village. The compensation is to be paid as
per R & R policy of Coal India Limited in time bound manner. The mining sequence
has been planned in a way to maximize internal dumping so that least area is
required for external OB dumping.
The project authorities need to follow the mitigation measures strictly as given in the
report. This will minimize the impact on environment.
The Amalgamated Yekona I & II OC may be granted environmental clearance so
that the project can bridge the gap between demand and supply of coal in the
country.
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CHAPTER-XII DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED
12.1 NAME OF CONSULTANT Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited. Briefly, it is called as ‘CMPDI’. Its
registered corporate office is situated at Gondwana Place, Kanke Road, Ranchi –
834031, a capital city of Jharkhand State. It operates through seven strategically
located Regional Institutes over six states territories of India as follows:-
6 Special studies Review of existing mining and environment policies, legislations, standards and mechanisms for monitoring compliance, institutional strengthening for regulatory and counterpart institutions. Study of environmental problems and action plan for restoration of environmental quality. Mine closure planning
As fulfilling requirement of MoEF, CMPDI is accredited with National Accreditation
Board for Education & Training (NABET) of Quality Council of India as 76th Re-
Accreditation Committee Meeting for Re-Accreditation held on 13th January 2016.
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12.3.5 Beneficiation Services CMPDI specializes in planning, design and construction of new washeries and
modification of existing washeries for coal and mineral beneficiation. Services with
respect to beneficiation offered to are given below Table 112 Beneficiation services
Sl. No. Services Offered to for 1 Planning of coal and mineral beneficiation plants 2 Preparation of feasibility / project reports including macro level
analysis, wash-ability studies, environmental impact assessment and techno-economic analysis.
3 Technical studies, performance evaluation and operation and maintenance related consultancy for existing washeries.
12.3.6 Management Services
Management services enumerated below have been offered by CMPDI to different
organizations or bodies. Table 113 Management services
SN Sub-heads of Services Services rendered for 1 Coal Investment
promotion Services Assistance to Government of India in identification and assessment of coal mining properties for investments through private sector participation.
2 Quality Management Services
Consultancy for implementation, certification and maintenance of ISO 9001 Quality Management System and its industry specific translations, ISO 14001 Environment Management System and OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Assurance System.
3 Human Resource Services
Creating knowledge and skill based workforce, CMPDI through its Staff Training College (STC) imparts training to its clients’ personnel. Under UNDP, CMPDI has trained professionals from Nigeria, Sultanate of Oman and North Korea. Through its STC it has organized training programmes under five major categories such as (i) Technical, (ii) Managerial, (iii) Computer application, (iv) Quality Skills, (v) Quality System, etc. It has also organized and conducted off-campus training programmes with respect to Quality System at various subsidiaries of CIL.
CMPDI diversified into management system consultancy in 1998. While continuing to
provide consultancy for ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 14001
Environmental Management System (EMS), it made forays into consultancy for ISO
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17025 (Testing and calibrating laboratories) and ISO-27001 (Information Security
Management System) under consultancy scope as:
Creation of Management system
Providing training support
Implementation, certification and post certification support
12.3.7 Specialized Services
With a view to catering to specific requirements of clients, CMPDI has been
providing field oriented specialized services to its clients. Descript services rendered
under this category have been remote sensing, terrestrial survey, blasting, ventilation
design & gas assessment in underground mines, energy audit and non-destructive
testing. Main services rendered are described below Table 114 Specialized services
SN Sub-heads of Services Services rendered in 1 Geomatics Geomatic services in mining sector ranging from
topographical survey, baseline data generation and monitoring of land use / land cover for environmental management, water resource survey and coal mine fire mapping. It has also imparted expertise services in the field of remote sensing applications, terrain mapping, co-relation survey for underground mines, GPS / GIS survey, cartography and digital image processing.
2 Blasting Carrying out controlled blasting and ground vibration study, vibration monitoring, fragmentation improvement studies, random sampling & testing of explosives and accessories and performance evaluation of new explosives with sophisticated testing equipment, in both coal and non-coal sectors.
3 Non-destructive Testing (NDT)
Services for non-destructive testing of components of machinery, installations and other structural elements have been provided at site during periodic maintenance to avoid accidental failure.
4 Ventilation and Gas Survey
CMPDI has been offering services for ventilation monitoring, planning & design of ventilation system including gas assessment and testing for underground mines.
5 Energy Audit CMPDI is empanelled as an accredited energy auditor with Govt. of West Bengal and Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) under Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Govt. of India. Over 130 reports on electrical and diesel energy conservation have been prepared.
6 Inspection services CMPDI has been rendering pre-dispatch third
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SN Sub-heads of Services Services rendered in party inspection services for plants and equipment at the manufacturers’ workstations for materials procured by its clients.
7 Captive power plants Reports on optimum utilization, conceptual notes and tender documents
12.3.8 Laboratory Services
CMPDI has well equipped laboratories for carrying out investigations and analysis for
Environmental parameters with NABL accreditation
Apart from environment, geo-chemical, petrography coal washability and geo-
mechanical properties, coal and lignite characterization, CMPDI has laboratories with
highly skilled manpower and state of art equipment. The data generated by these
laboratories form basis of characterization and grading of coal in exploration, mine
feasibility reports, washery design and downstream utilization. Brief description of
Laboratory Services rendered by CMPDI is given below:- Table 115 Laboratory services
SN Sub-heads of Services Services rendered in 1 Environment Laboratory CMPDI has very well equipped environment
laboratories at its HQ as well as Regional Institutes. CMPDI (HQ) Environment Laboratory along with Environment Laboratories of RI-IV, Nagpur and RI-V, Bilaspur has been accredited with National Accreditation Board for Testing and calibration Laboratories (NABL) with conformance of ISO 17025:2005 vide certificate no. T-2969 dt. 24.05.2014.
2 Geo-chemical Laboratory
CMPDI has been rendering services like geo-chemical analysis like proximate & ultimate analysis, GCV determination of coal and lignite and other special test through microprocessor based automatic calorimeter and analyser.
3 Petrographic Laboratory CMPDI has been carrying out evaluation for hydro carbons, oil shales and coal bed methane for coal coke and source rock through sophisticated microscopes, identifying mineral phases in coal, rocks and metal through X-Ray diffractometer, and micro-area analysis and cleat studies for CBM through Scanning Electron Microscope accredited by International Committee for Coal and Organic Petrology (ICCP).
4 Mining Laboratory CMPDI has been determining physio-mechanical properties of rocks for design inputs for mine planning and other technical services and
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SN Sub-heads of Services Services rendered in undertaking testing of roof supports and building materials for design support systems for underground workings.
5 Washery Laboratory CMPDI has been determining washability characteristics of coarse, small and fine coal and shattering & pulverized characteristics of coal for assistance in planning and design of coal beneficiation plants.
12.3.9 IT Services in Mining
CMPDI has been gearing up itself fully to meet challenges of IT sector requisite for
mining industries as per IT implementation scheme with a view to revolutionizing
mining industry and mining operations in coming years.
IT services provided by CMPDI have been tabulated below Sl. No. Services Offered to for 1 Mine communication and mine safety systems
2 Establishing internet and internet facilities
3 Real time fleet management system for large OC mines using
GIS & GPS.
4 Land information system using enterprise GIS.
12.3.10 R & D Services
The Research & Development activities in coal and lignite are being administered
through the Scientific Advisory Committee (SSRC) with Secretary (Coal) as its
Chairman. The committee is entrusted with the task of planning, budgeting and
overseeing the implementation of R & D programme in coal and lignite sector and
also for application of research findings. And, CMPDI is the Nodal Agency to co-
ordinate S & T / R & D activities in coal and lignite sectors and assist SSRC in areas
mentioned herein after.
Field oriented research projects including transfer and absorption of new technology
concerning main areas of coal research have been as follows: