FINAL EIA REPORT

“SAND/ MORAM MINING”

AT
YAMUNA RIVER BED,
GATA No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133, 153 & 162,
AREA- 35.63 Ha (88.00 Acres), VILLAGE- OTI,
TEHSIL-FATEHPUR, DISTRICT- FATEHPUR (UP)

Proposal No. SIA/UP/MIN/22341/2018

SEIAA File No. 4131

Submitted by

M/s. Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd.

Shri Ram Prasad Rai (Director)
S/O- Shri Kishun Dayal Rai
R/O- 2nd Floor, Plot No. 388/389, Near Biscuit Factory,
More, Nasriganj, Digha, Danapur, Patna, Patna, Bihar,
India, 800012

Prepared by

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 CHAPTER: 1
INTRODUCTION
S.No CONTENTS Page No.
CHAPTER: 1 INTRODUCTION 1/1 – 1/18

1.1 PURPOSE OF THE REPORT

1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT PROPONENT

1.3 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

1.4 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES & APPLICABLE

LAWS/REGULATIONS
1.5 ENVIRONMENT CLEARANCE OR EIA PROCESS FOR THIS
PROJECT
1.6 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
 Project- Sand/Moram Mining, Category: B1
River- Yamuna, Area- 35.63 Ha,
Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur,
District- Fatehpur, U.P. Final EIA Report

CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE OF THE REPORT

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a decision making tool, which guides the authorities in arriving at
an appropriate conclusion for the proposed project; to retain them, if environmentally sound and reject, if found
having deleterious effect. EIA identifies the extent of the environmental, social and economic impacts of a
project prior to decision-making. EIA systematically examines both beneficial and adverse impacts of the
proposed project over and above the prevailing conditions and ensure that these combined impacts are taken
into account during the project designing.
An Environmental Impact Assessment report is prepared to comply with the Terms of Reference (TOR)
received under EIA notification of the MoEF dated 14-9-2006, as amended on 1st Dec 2009 and also the EIA
Guidance Manual for Mining of Minerals (Feb, 2010) of MoEF, Govt. of India, for seeking environmental
clearance for mining of Sand/Moram in the lease area measuring 35.63 hectares falling under category “B1”
located at Yamuna River Bed, Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133, 153 & 162, Village: Oti, Tehsil: Fatehpur,
District: Fatehpur State - U.P.

1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT & PROJECT PROPONENT

The project is being proposed by the M/s. Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd. The EIA-EMP report was prepared
as per the TOR granted vide letter no.17/Parya/SEAC/4131/2018 dated on 11th April, 2018 under the EIA
Notification. In order to assess the impact on environment due to proposed mine, it is necessary to ascertain
present status of environment prevailing at the project site, identification and assessment of impacts on the
environment by the proposed operation.
1.2.1 Name & address of Project Proponent
M/s. Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd.
Shri Ram Prasad Rai (Director)
S/O- Late Kishun Dayal Rai
R/O- 2nd floor, plot no. 388/389, Near Biscuit Factory,
Nasriganj, Digha, Danpur, Patna, Bihar, India-800012

Table 1.1: BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

S. No Information Details
1. Project Name Sand /Moram Mining
2. Project Proponent M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd.
Shri Ram Prasad Rai
3. Project Coordinates Pillars Latitude Longitude
A 25°43'13.62"N 80°34'56.28"E
B 25°43'21.03"N 80°35'1.04"E
C 25°43'11.57"N 80°35'16.86"E
D 25°43'4.11"N 80°35'11.58"E
4. Toposheet No. 63C/10
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5. Altitude of the Area The Highest Point at 92.6mRL in NW direction

The Lowest Point at 89.3mRL in SE direction
6. Location
River Yamuna River Bed
Gata No. Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133, 153 & 162
Lease Hold Area Area: 35.63 Ha (88.00 Acres)
Village Oti
Tehsil Fatehpur
District Fatehpur
State Uttar Pradesh
7. Lease Status Ne Mining Project State Govt. has given its consent
vide letter no. 205/30 – खनिज (2017-18) दििाक
25/01/2018 for the exploitation of Sand/Moram for a
period of five years having production capacity 5,
34,450 m3 /annum.
8. Topography of Mine lease area River bed area having deposition of Sand/Moram
Mineral
9. Name of the Mineral Mining Sand/ Moram
10. Mode of Mining Open Cast, Semi-mechanized
11. Total Geological Reserve 10,34,908 m3
12. Total Mineable Reserve 10,19,500 m3
13. Capacity of Production Proposed 5,34,450 m3 per annum
14. Life of mine It is a river bed deposit and mined out area shall be
replenished each year during monsoon period and
depth of quarry shall be filled back by river sand each
year. Therefore it is not practically possible to forecast
the anticipated life of mine.
15. Drilling / Blasting No
16. Man Power Used 93
17. Land utilization Pattern 100% wasteland earmarked for the Sand/ Moram
mining by the Govt. of Uttar Pradesh.
18. Project Cost 177 Lakhs
19. CSR Expenditure 3.54 Lakhs (2% of the total Project Cost)
20 EMP Cost 20 Lakhs
21. Water requirements and source Source Purpose Avg.
Demand/
Day
Portable Drinking 1.4 KLD
Tanker @15 lpcd/worker
Surface Land 1.0 KLD
Water reclamation/plantation
@5 Lit/Tree
Dust suppression 39.6 KLD
@2 Lit/Sq.m
(Haulage Road Area =
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3300m Length x 6m
Width = 19800 m2)
Total 42.0 KLD
22. Solid waste None

1.3.1 Project’s importance to the country and the region

The basic objective of the project is to meet the utilization of mineral demand in the country and /or region.
The urbanization and industrialization has enhanced the demand of building material. Mainly in
infrastructure projects-like highways, buildings, township etc. which has raised the demand of river sand.
River sand mining not only provides the building material but also provides employment and economic
growth of the state that will also ultimately enhance the socio-economic status of the region / area.

1.4 REGULATORY COMPLIANCES & APPLICABLE LAWS/REGULATIONS

 Lease has been granted to M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd. by the Director General of Mines &
Geology Department, U.P. vide letter no. 205/30-खनिज (2017-18) dated 25th January 2018.
 TOR was granted by SEIAA, Uttar Pradesh, vide letter no. No. 17/PARYA/SEAC/4131/2018
Dated 11th April 2018
 Baseline Study was conducted during March to June 2018 (Pre-monsoon Season).
 Mine plan approved by Director of Mines & Geology Department, Lucknow U.P. on 27 th February
2018 vide letter no. 3161/मा0 प्लाि/ 2017.

1.5 ENVIRONMENT CLEARANCE OR EIA PROCESS FOR THIS PROJECT

This mine lease will be granted for a period of 5 years which shall commence from the date of grant of
Environment Clearance from the competent authority, which is mandated by the EIA notification of 2006
and subsequent amendments issued by MoEF&CC.

As per the Gazette Notification dated 14th Sep, 2006 and its subsequent amendments, the project is
classified as Category – B since the project does not attracts the General Condition.

The project is further classified under category B1 having mining lease area 35.63 Ha as per the Gazette
Notification dated 15th January 2016.

The Environmental Clearance process for the proposed project will comprise of three stages. These stages
in sequential order are:-

 Scoping
 Public Consultation or Public Hearing
 Appraisal

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The flow chart depicting the stages to obtain the prior Environmental Clearance for the project is as given
below in Figure 1.1

Figure 1.1: Flow Chart Showing the Process of Environment Clearance

1.6 SCOPE OF THE STUDY

The State Level Expert Appraisal Committee, Uttar Pradesh (SEAC) considered the project during its
meeting. Based on the report submitted and the presentation made, SEAC prescribed the following Terms of
Reference (TOR) vide letter no.17/Parya/SEAC/4131/2018 dated on 11th April, 2018.

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The committee discussed the matter in light of MOEF&CC Notification dated 15/01/2016 and recommended
to issue the terms of reference (TOR) for the preparation of EIA

Point Wise Compliance of TOR

Sr. No. TOR Points Compliances Citation

1. The TOR shall be valid strictly for This is new mine having lease area 35.63 Ha. And the LOI is as
the annual production/yearly proposed production is strictly as per the LOI and enclosed
production as given in the Approved Mining Plan having annual production as
5,34,450 m3 Annexure
approved Mining Plans of the
I &
respective proposal. Mining
Plan
Approval
Letter is
enclosed
as
Annexure
II
2. Certificate from Mining Officer Cluster Certificate from mining officer Vide No. 58/30 Enclosed
that there is no other mining area खनिज (2017-18), dated : 02/08/2018 is attached as as
exit within 500 m periphery. Annexure
Annexure
III
3. CSR cost to be calculated for CSR @ 2 % of the total project cost is 3.54 lakhs Chapter -8
individual lease. provided for the Gata No 108 to 120, 124 to 133 & 153
& 162, (Area: 35.63 Ha.) Village- Oti, Tehsil- Fatehpur
& District- Fatehpur, (U.P.)
4. An intimation regarding Prior Intimation regarding the Schedule of Intimation
conducting the monitoring to be Monitoring/Baseline Data collection for Pre-monsoon Letter is
sent to concerned District season was provided to District Magistrate and State Enclosed
as
Magistrate and State Pollution Pollution Control Board office on date 05-03-2018.
Annexure
Control Board office. IV
5. The lab conducting the analysis The samples were analysed from NABL certified lab. NABL
should be authenticated and Certificate
registered. is
enclosed
as
Annexure
V
6. Public hearing to be conducted as Public Hearing has been conducted on 22.10.2018 as Chapter 7
per EIA notification, 2006. per EIA notification, 2006.
7. A copy of document in support of The documentary support for the rightful lessee of the Copy of
fact that the proponent is the mine is provided along with the LOI. PAN,
rightful lessee of the mine should Aadhaar
LOI is enclosed as Annexure No. I & Article
be given.
of
Associatio
n is

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enclosed
as
Annexure
VI.
8. Approved mining plans for all the Approval Void No. 3161 मा0 प्लाि/2018 Dated Mining
mining projects. Plan
27/02/2018 issued by Directorate of Geology and Approval
Mines, Lucknow, U.P. Letter is
enclosed
as
Annexure
II.
9. All documents including approved The EIA/EMP report is compatible with the Approved Chapter- 2
mine plan, EIA and public hearing Mine Plan in terms of the mine lease area, production &
should be compatible with one levels, waste generation and its management and Approved
mining technology. Mining
another in terms of the mine lease
Plan
area, production level, waste The mine plan is approved by Directorate of Geology
generation and its management and Mines, UP, dated 27/02/2018.
and timing technology and should
be in the name of the lessee. Details provided in Chapter 2 and approved mining
The mine plan should take into plan.
account the conditions of the mine
lease, if any, in terms of distance Mining lease area falls in the Yamuna river bed – Core
Zone.
to be left un-worked from the river
7.5 m strip is left around the whole lease as a safety
flowing nearby. zone/barrier.
The provided lease is 20/30 m away from the river
which will be left unworked as per the Approved
mining plan.
10. The study area will comprise of 10 Study area comprises of 10 Km radius around the mine Chapter -7
km zone around the mine lease lease boundary. Map showing 10 Km radius of the ML
from the lease periphery and the area has been furnished in the EIA report and 10 Km
radius of lease periphery.
data contained in the EIA such as
waste generation should be for the
There is no generation of Overburden/ waste material
life of the mine/ lease period. Chapter -2
in case of river bed mining.
No waste materials will be generated during mining.
11. Land use of the study area The land use of the study area is provided under Chapter- 4
delineating forest area, agricultural Chapter 4 of EIA/EMP report.
land, grazing land, wildlife
Land use / Land Cover map within 10 km study area
sanctuary and national park,
migratory route of fauna, water Land use Type Area in %
bodies, human settlements and Forest 0%
other ecological features should be Built-up 1.2%
indicated. Dense/Closed 0.1%
Fallow 0.1%
Kharif 0.2%
Kharif+Rabi (double cropped) 40.1%

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lakes/Ponds 0.2%
Land with scrub 0.2%
land without scrub 10.5%
Rabi 42.5%
River 2.4%
River Island 0.0%
Salt Affected land 0.4%
Sandy area 1.9%
Water logged 0.2%
Total 100.0%

There is no wildlife sanctuary, national park and

migratory route of fauna within 10 km buffer zone.

Water Bodies: Yamuna River (Core Zone)

No human settlement found in the core zone
12. Land use plan of mine lease area Details of Land use planning of mining lease area is Chapter-2
should be prepared to encompass provide in Chapter 2 of EIA report & Approved mining &
pre-operational, operational and plan. Approved
mining
post-operational phases and
plan
submitted.
13. Location of National Parks, There are no National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere
Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Reserves, Wildlife Corridors, Tiger /Elephant Reserves
wildlife Corridors, Tiger/Elephant (existing or proposed) within 10 km radius of the
periphery of the mine lease.
Reserves (exiting as well as
proposed), if any, within 10 km of
the mine lease should be clearly
indicated supported by a location
map duly authenticated by chief
wildlife warden. Necessary
clearance, if any, as may be
applicable to such projects due to
proximity of the ecologically
sensitive areas as mentioned above
should be obtained from the state
wildlife Department / Chief
Wildlife Warden under the
Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
and copy furnished.
14. A detailed biological study for the On the basis of field survey carried out for detailed Chapter- 4
study area [core zone and buffer biological study of flora and fauna, separately for core
zone (10 km radius of the and buffer zone, with their respective schedule is
furnished in Chapter 4 and it is duly authenticated by
periphery of the mine lease)] shall
the support of secondary data.
be carried out covering both
terrestrial and aquatic flora and

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fauna. Details of flora and fauna,

duly authenticated, separately for
core and buffer zone should be
furnished based on field survey
clearly indicated the Schedule of
the fauna present.
15. Impact of change of land use This is river bed lease area so no permanent change in -
should be given. land use will occur because of the natural
replenishment by the river.
16. Impact of mining on the hydrology Impact of mining is not anticipated on the hydrology of Chapter-2
of the area including water flow in the mining lease area as the mining will be carried out and
the river adjoining the mine lease. following the sustainable sand Mining management Chapter -5
guidelines 2016 and as per the approved mining plan.
It should also take into account the
inundation of mined out area due There is no flow of water in the mining lease area.
to flow of water from the river.
17. R & R plan / compensation details It is a river bed mining project. The mine lease Chapter -7
for the project affected people operation will not result in shifting or displacement of
should be furnished. While any nearby village and also the land use of this area is
expected to be unchanged as per TOR point No- 15
preparing the R & R plan, the
National Rehabilitation & The details of socio-economic study are described in
Resettlement Policy should be Chapter- 7 of EIA –EMP Report.
kept in view. In respect of SCs /
STs and other weaker sections
need based sample survey, family-
wise, should be undertaken to
assess their requirement and action
programmes prepared accordingly
integrating the sectoral programme
of line department of the State
Government.
18. 02 km kachha haul road to be The proposed haul road length from project site is 3.3 Chapter- 2
made Motorable. Submit Plan. km connecting to SH-13.
The whole length of the road is to be made motorable
for better vehicular movement.
The detailed plan is provided in Chapter- 2.

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19. One season (Non Monsoon) One season (non-monsoon) primary baseline data of Chapter -4
primary baseline data on ambient ambient air quality (PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx), water
air quality (PM2.5, PM10, SOx and quality, noise level, soil and flora and fauna has been
collected during pre-monsoon season (March to May,
NOx), water quality, noise level,
2018) and the AAQ and other data are compiled in the
soil and flora and fauna shall be EIA and EMP report.
collected and the AAQ data so
collected presented data-wise in
the EIA and EMP report. Site-
specific meteorological data The Site- specific meteorological data and location of
should also be collected. The proposed monitoring stations are detailed in Chapter- 4.
location of the monitoring stations
should be justified.
20. There should be at least one One monitoring station is proposed within core zone Chapter- 4
monitoring station within 500 m of (0-500 m) of the mine lease in the pre-dominant
the mine lease in the pre- downwind direction.
dominant downwind direction.
Free silica and mineralogical composition of PM10 is
The mineralogical composition of given in Chapter 4.
PM10 particularly for free silica
should be given.
21. Air quality modelling should be Meteorological data generated at site during study Chapter -4
carried out for prediction in impact period has been used for onsite input met data. &5
of the project on the air quality on
Transportation details:
the area. It should also take into
Total Capacity of Mine 8,01,675 TPA
account the impact of vehicle for
No of working days 250
transportation of mineral. The Extraction and 3207 Tonnes/day
details of the model used and input transportation of mineral
parameters use for modelling No of Trucks deployed 321
should be provided. The air quality Truck Capacity 10 tons
contours may be shown on a Working hours per day 8 hr/day
location map clearly indicating the Frequency of Truck/day 648
location of the site, location of Truck deployed/day 81 Trucks
sensitive receptors, if any and the Increase in PCU/hr 243
habitation. The wind rose showing
Air quality modelling has been prepared for prediction
pre-dominant wind direction may of impact of the project is given in Chapter- 5.
also be indicated on the map. The
impact of stone crusher nearby Air quality contours & Wind rose diagram, showing
should also be taken into account. the prominent wind direction is provided in the EIA
Chapter- 5.

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22. The water requirement to the Water requirement calculation is below: Chapter- 2
project, its availability and source Source Purpose Avg.
to be furnished. A detailed water Demand/
balance should also be provided. Day
Fresh water requirement for the Portable Drinking 1.4 KLD
Tanker @15 lpcd/worker
project should be indicated.
(Fresh
water)
Land 1.0 KLD
reclamation/plantation
@5 Lit/Tree
Surface Dust suppression 39.6 KLD
Water @2 Lit/Sq.m
(Haulage Road Area
= 3300mLength x
6mWidth= 19800m2)

Detail table is provided in Chapter- 2

23. Necessary clearance from the Required water demand for drinking purpose i.e. 1.4 -
competent authority for drawl of KLD will be met out from portable tanker water
supply. Rest amount of water demand will be met
requisite quantity of water for the
through surface water i.e. 40.6 KLD. Hence, CGWA
project should be provided.
Permission is not required.
24. Details of water conservation Water will be taken from existing surface water sources
measures proposed to be adopted for dust suppression and land reclamation and hired
in the projected should be given. portable Tankers for Drinking Purpose from nearby
village.

Optimum utilization to avoid unnecessary wastage of

water will be done like Atomized water sprinklers will
be used to minimize the air borne dust emissions on
haul roads.

This is a river bed sand mining project. So, no rain

water harvesting structure is being proposed in the
lease area.
25. Impact of the project on the water Surface Water: Chapter -5
quality both surface and The sand/Moram mining project is proposed on
groundwater should be assessed Yamuna river bed where mining will be carried out in
the dry portion of the River bank area, therefore no
necessary safeguard measures, if
chance of contamination of surface water.
any required should be provided.
Ground Water:
The ground water quality will not be changed because
mining activity will not intersect the ground water table
as it is restricted to 3m or 1m above ground water level,
there will be no contamination of ground water.

Impact of the project on the water quality & its

mitigation measures has been incorporated in Chapter-
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5 of Final EIA/EMP report.

26. Based on actual monitored data, it River Yamuna exist in the vicinity of applied area and Chapter- 4
may clearly be shown whether water level is 89 mRL. Working expected to be 2 m &
working will intersect above the water level of River during next 5 years. Mining
Plan
groundwater. Necessary data and
The water level of river Yamuna is 89.0 mRL & Page No.
documentation in this regard may mining activities shall be carried out above the water 13
be provided. In case the working table i.e. above 89.0 mRL & mining activities shall be
will intersect groundwater table, a restricted upto 91.0 mRL
detailed hydro geological study Source: Approved Mining Plan
should be undertaken and report
So mining depth will not intersect the ground water
furnished. Necessary permission
table. Hence permission is not required from CGWA.
from Central Ground Water
Authority for working below
ground water and for pumping of
groundwater should also be
obtained also copy furnished.
27. Details of first order stream, if any Yamuna River itself part of applied lease area. No -
passing through lease area and proposal for modification diversion of any stream is
modification diversion proposed, required because mining is proposed in Pre/Post
monsoon season which remains dry. Mine operation
if any and the impact of the same
will be closed in monsoon season.
on the hydrology should be
brought out. It is opencast Sand mining project located on the river
bed and mining is permitted maximum up to depth of 3
meter, also proposed mining activities is confined 2m
above water level; hence no impact will be on
hydrology.
28. Details of rainwater harvesting The proposed mine is situated on the river bed of the -
proposed, if any, in the project Yamuna. So, no rain water harvesting structure will be
should be provided. possible at mining lease area.
29. Information on reduced levels site Chapter-2
elevation, working depth, Site Elevation Highest- 92.6mRL in NW
groundwater table etc. below direction
natural surface level should be Lowest- 89.3mRL in SE
provided. A schematic diagram direction
Working 1.6 m (maximum up to 3m)
may also be provided for the same.
Depth
Ground water Pre –monsoon 5-15 m bgl
Depth Post –monsoon 10- 15 m bgl
(Source: CGWB,
Fatehpur District,
2012 report)

schematic diagram is provided in Chapter-2

30. Quantity of the solid water -
generated to be estimated and No solid waste will be generated during mining.
details for its disposal and
management should be provided.
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The quality, volumes and

methodology planned for removal River bed mining activities do not involve top soil and
and utilization (preferable over burden generation so external dump is not
required.
concurrently) of top soil should be
indicated. Details of backfilling
proposed, if any, should be given.
It may be clearly indicated that out
of the total waste generated during
the mine life, how much quantity
would be backfilled and how
much quantity would be disposed
of in the form of external dump
(number of dumps, their height,
terraces etc. to be brought out).
31. The reclamation plan, post mine It is a river bed deposit and mined out area shall be Chapter- 8
land use and progressive green replenished each year during monsoon period and
belt development plan shall be depth of quarry shall be filled back by river.
prepared in tabular form
Green belt development will be done along the road
(prescribed format) and submitted. sides and near civic amenities, which will be allotted
by Government bodies as it is not feasible to plant
trees near the mine lease area.
Post plantation, the area will be regularly monitored in
every season for evaluation of success rate.
For selection of plant species local people will also be
involved. The management will provide free saplings
of fruit and other trees, etc. to local during rain for
plantation.

Table: Greenbelt Programme

Year wise no of saplings to be planted is as below:
Year Saplings Survival Species Pollution
to be 80% control
Planted features

I 200 160 Sal, Tolerant

Neem, to SO2 and
II 200 160 Peepal, Dust
Sagon, Control.
III 200 160 Anwala,
Babool,
IV 200 160 Shisham
V 200 160
Deep
Total 1000 800 roots hold
the soil
(Source: and
http://dcms
me.gov.in/d prevent
ips/DIP%2 soil
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pdf) erosion.

Note: 5 Trees per ha in area near lease

(Source: Sustainable Sand Mining Management Guidelines – 2016)
32. Impact on local transport
infrastructure due to the project There will be an increase in 321 trucks per day on SH- Chapter-2
should be indicated. Projected 13 for transportation for carrying the minerals. &4
increase in truck traffic as a result
A detailed traffic study is provided in Chapter- 2 and
of the project in the present road Chapter- 4
network (including those outside
the project area) should be worked
out, indicating whether it is
capable of handling the increased
load. Arrangement for improving
the infrastructure, if contemplated
(including action to be taken by
other agencies such as State
government) should covered.
33. Details of the infrastructure Maximum mine workers will be deployed from nearby Chapter-2
facilities to be provided for thevillages.
mine workers should be included Necessary infrastructure facilities will be provided to
in the EIA report. the Mine workers as per the Approved Mining Plan &
in accordance with the Mines Rules.
Following are the infrastructural facilities which will
be provided to
the workers:
1. Rest Shelter, drinking water facilities, Mobile toilets,
& first aid facilities, etc.
2. Personal protective equipment such as ear muffs,
gloves etc. will be provided to the workers to ensure
their safety.
The detail is provided in Chapter-2
34. Conceptual post mining land use The mineral removed from the riverbed gets natural
and Reclamation and replenished after every rainy season.
Rehabilitation of mined out area The mineral reserves for mining on replenishment
remain almost same every year after rainy season.
(with plans and with adequate
number of sections) should be
Activities Area (Ha.)
given in the EIA report. Area already broken up -
Area already backfilled/reclaimed -
Additional area proposed to be 33.33
broken during next five years
Additional area proposed to be 33.3
replenished with flood water
Source: Approved mining plan

Thus, reclamation and restoration activity will not be

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35. Phase-wise plan of green belt Chapter -8

development, plantation and Ref: Section 31 of TOR point
compensatory afforestation should
be charted clearly indicating the
area to be covered under Detail given in Chapter- 8
plantation and the species to be
planted. The details of plantation
already done should be given.
36. Occupational health impact of The impact on Occupational Health Safety of employee Chapter-7
project should be anticipated and and proper mitigation detail in the table given below.
preventive measures initiated.
Details in this regards should be Anticipated Proposed mitigation
Occupational Health measures
provided. Details of pre-
and Safety Impacts
placement medical examination
Lung Disease and  Dust mask will be
and periodical medical
respiratory disorder provided to the
examination schedules should be due to dust exposure workers
incorporated in the EMP. Special  Precautions will be
attention should be in view of the adopted to prevent
stone crusher nearby. dust generation at site
and dispersing in the
environment.
 Air emission control
system such as water
sprinkling, green belt
development.
 Free Silica analysis
of mineral will be
done
 Budget of pollution
control i.e dust
suppression by water
sprinkling is
proposed in EMP.
Noise  Ear muff will be
provided
 Maintenance of
vehicles.
 PUC certified
vehicles used for
transportation
Accident at site  PPEs will be
provided to the
workers likely hand
gloves, safety shoes
etc.
Others  Awareness
program/training
program will be
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organized for
workers for
occupational safety.
 Smoking and
tobacco will be
banned at site
All workers will be medically examined initially and
also periodically as per Rule 29 (A) and (B) of Mines
Rule 1955.
Person protective measures, pre-placement medical
examination and periodical medical examination
schedules, are given in the EIA Chapter-7.
37. Measures of social- economic Socio-economic influence will be positive as there will Chapter-7
significance and influence to the be potential availability of employment, improvement & 8
local community proposed to be of physical and social infrastructures etc.
provided by the project proponent
Local people near to proposed project will be benefited
should be indicated. As far as in terms of employment and social welfare program
possible, quantitative dimensions which are proposed under CSR activities.
may be given with time frame for
implementation. Details of CSR activities have been given in detailed in
Chapter-8.
38. Detailed environmental Detailed environmental management plan to mitigate Chapter-9
management plan to mitigate the the environmental impacts are incorporated in Chapter-
environmental impacts which, 9 of EIA report.
should inter-alia should include
the impact due to change of land
use, due to loss of agricultural land
and grazing land, if any,
occupational health impacts beside
other impacts of the projects. It
should also take into account the
impacts due to stone crusher
nearby and also provide for
preventing the sit from going into
the river.
39. Risk assessment and disaster All the detail regarding risk assessment and disaster Chapter-7
management plan due to management is given Chapter- 7
inundation of mine as a result of
its location close to the river
should also be provided.
40. Public hearing shall be undertaken Public Hearing has been conducted on 22.10.2018 as
as per law. Public hearing points per law.
raised and to implement the same
should be provided.
41. Details of litigation pending There is no litigation pending against the project.
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direction / order passed by any

Court of law against the project
should be given.
42. The cost of project (capital cost The details of the cost of the project is given Chapter 8 Chapter-8
and recurring cost) as well as the and the cost towards the implementation of EMP are &
cost towards implementation of mentioned in Chapter- 6 Chapter- 6
EMP should clearly be spelt out. Description Capital Cost Recurring Cost
(in Lakhs) (in Lakhs)
Project 124.0 -
Operation
Cost
Environment 20.0 5 Lakhs
Monitoring
Programme
Environment 33.00 8 Lakhs
Management
Total Project 177.0 -
Cost
43. Present position of distances of Surrounding details in table:
railway lines, National Highway S.No. Particular Detail Distance
including culverts and bridges, &
Reservoir, lake, Canal, Road Direction
including culverts & bridges, Soil 1 National NH-232 8 km, NW
Highway
conservation works, nursery
2 Reservoir/ Lake - -
plantation, check dams, water 3 Canal - -
supply schemes & irrigation 4 Road SH -13 3.3 km
schemes, water sources such as (State Highway) East
Springs, Infiltration galleries, 5 Road bridge SH-13 3 km SE
Percolation wells, Hand pumps, bridge
Tube wells and exiting flood 6 Check dams - -
Chapter-2
control / protection work should 7 Springs - -
8 Wells Oti village 2 km NE
be included and indicated in
9 Hand pumps Oti village 2 km NE
location map.
10 Tube wells Gadhi 7 km East
village
All the environmental sensitivity detail is indicated in
Location Map (Google Map/ Topographical Map)
within 10 km radius of buffer zone are mentioned in
Chapter-2
44. Proponent should submit attested Photocopy of the sanction of mining lease. Annexure
photocopy of the sanction of I
mining lease by the State
Government.
45. The company will have a well laid M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd has formulated an Chapter-6
down Environment Policy Environment Policy, which has been approved by &
approved by its Board of Directors Director. Annexure
VII
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reports.
46. The Environment Policy must The standard operating procedures are maintained to
prescribe for standard operating deal with any deviation/ violation of any type of
process/ procedures to bring into environmental norms/ conditions and their rectification
for ensuring the compliance with EC conditions.
focus any infringement / deviation
/ violation of the environment or
forest norms/ conditions and it
may be detailed in EIA.
47. The hierarchical system or The Policy contains the hierarchical system of the Chapter-6
Administrative order of the company to deal with the environmental issues and for
company to deal with the ensuring the compliance with EC conditions. All the
environmental issues and for non-compliances/violations of environmental laws will
ensuring compliance with the EC deal with as per management system in Chapter 6.
conditions and details of this
system may be given.
48. The company must have a system The company has a documented system of reporting of Chapter-6
of reporting of non- compliance/ any type of environmental non- compliance/ violation
violations of environmental norms of environmental norms to the Director of the
company.
to the board of Directors of the
Details given in Chapter-6
company and/ or shareholders or
stakeholders at large. This
reporting should be detailed EIA
reports.

1.7 EIA Framework

This EIA Report is prepared in accordance with has been divided into eleven chapters as briefed here
under:

Chapter 1 – Introduction
The chapter provides description of project background, site and surroundings, objectives, scope and
organization of the study and format of this report.

Chapter 2 – Project Description

The chapter reports the information on project and capacity; need for the project; location; size or
magnitude of operation; technology and process description; maps showing project layout, component of
projects etc.

Chapter 3 – Analysis of Alternatives (Technology and Site)

It include a comparison of alternatives to determine the best method of achieving the project objectives
with minimum environmental impacts or indicates the most environmentally friendly and cost effective
options, if any.

Chapter 4– Description of the Environment

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This chapter deals with the methodology and observed findings of field studies undertaken with respect to
ambient air, meteorology, water, soils, noise levels, ecology to define the various existing environmental
status in the area of the project.

Chapter 5 – Anticipated Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures

The chapter identifies and discussed the potential impacts of the proposed mining and allied activities,
which could cause significant environmental concerns. This discussion will form the basis for
environmental management activities.

Chapter 6 – Environmental Monitoring Program

The chapter portrayed the hierarchy of the environment management cell, with its respective roles and
environment policy to be implemented.

Chapter 7 – Additional Studies

It embrace outcomes of public consultation, risk assessment, social impact assessment, R&R action plan,
biodiversity conservation plan, watershed management etc.

Chapter 8 – Project Benefits

This chapter prescribes the benefits due to proposed project activity like improvements in the physical
infrastructure, social infrastructure, employment potential etc.

Chapter 9 – Environmental Management Plan

This chapter will include the description of administrative aspects of ensuring that the mitigation measures
suggested are implemented and their effectiveness is monitored, after approval of the EIA.

Chapter 10 – Summary
All the chapters are précised in the summary of the EIA Report.

Chapter 11 – Disclosure of Consultant

The names of the consultants engaged in preparation of EIA and nature of consultancy rendered is given
herewith.

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PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
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CHAPTER-2 PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS 2/1 – 2/22

2.0 GENERAL

2.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

2.2 NEED FOR THE PROJECT

2.3 LOCATION DETAILS

2.4 LEASE HOLD AREA

2.5 GEOLOGY

2.6 METHOD OF RESERVES

2.7 MINING

2.8 TRAFFIC STUDY

2.9 WATER REQUIREMENT

2.10 MANPOWER REQUIRMENTS

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CHAPTER: 2
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS

2.0 GENERAL
The Environmental Impact Assessment report has been prepared in terms of EIA notification of the
MoEF&CC dated 14-9-2006, as amended on 1st Dec 2009 and the EIA Guideline Manual for Mining
of Minerals (Feb, 2010) of MoEF&CC, Govt. of India, for seeking environmental clearance for Sand
Mining of the area of lease measuring 35.63 hectares falling under Category “B1” as per notification.

2.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

The project is proposed for mining unit of Sand/Moram mining in the area of 35.63 Ha (88.00 Acres)
situated at Yamuna River Bed, Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133, 153 & 162, Village- Oti, Tehsil-
Fatehpur & District- Fatehpur, (U.P.) by M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd.
It is an opencast, semi- mechanized mining project & proposed to produce 5,34,450 m3/annum of
Sand.

2.2 NEED FOR THE PROJECT

There is large demand of sand for construction activities in the region. Demand of the sand if fulfilled
by this project of the follow grade to various end users in the open market.
The demand for river bed material/ sand is ever growing with the growth of the infrastructure sector in
our country. The mineral is used mainly in the construction activities like buildings, bridges, etc. The
requirement for the mineral is always high in the state itself and also in the nearby cities and towns.
Therefore there is always a good demand of the mineral in the domestic market. With start of the
project, it will bridge the gap between demand & supply of the mineral.

2.3 LOCATION DETAILS ALONG WITH MAPS

The Proposed Project Site located at Yamuna River Bed, Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133, 153 & 162,
Village- Oti, Tehsil- Fatehpur & District- Fatehpur, (U.P.), which is about 31 km away from Fatehpur
District. The mining lease/proposed project area falls in Survey of India Topo-sheet No. 63C/10.

Table 2.1: GPS Co-ordinates of Site

Pillars Latitude Longitude

A 25°43'13.62"N 80°34'56.28"E
B 25°43'21.03"N 80°35'1.04"E
C 25°43'11.57"N 80°35'16.86"E
D 25°43'4.11"N 80°35'11.58"E

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Figure 2.1: Location Map of the site

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Figure 2.2: Google Map showing 5 km radius of Buffer Zone

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Figure 2.3: Topographical Map Showing 5 km Radius of Buffer Zone

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Figure 2.4: Google Map showing 10 km radius of Buffer Zone

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Figure 2.5: Topographical Map showing 10 km radius of Buffer Zone

Table 2.2: Environmental Sensitivity (Surrounding Details)

S.N. Particulars Details

1. Nearest Villages Oti 1.3 km, North
Samatpur 3.5 km, NNE
Dattauli 3.7 km, NE
Jauharpur 4.0 km, SW
2. Nearest city/ town Nearest Town: Dattauli 3.7 km, NE
Nearest City & District: Fatehpur 31 km, NE
3. Nearest Railway Station Fatehpur Railway Station 30 km NE
4. Nearest National /State Highway SH- 13, 2.7 Km, East
NH-232, 8.0 Km, NW
5. Nearest Airport None, within 10 km radius area of mine site.
6. Archaeological Important Place None, within 10 km radius area of mine site.
7. Ecological Sensitive Areas There is no National Park, Wild Life Sanctuaries,
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Sanctuary, Biosphere Reserve Corridors, etc. within 10 km radius.

etc.)
8. Reserved/Protected Forest Reserve Forest:
within 10 km radius R.F., 3.0 Km, SE
9. Nearest River / water body Yamuna River, Core Zone
Sahura Nala, 4.5 km, SE
10. Seismic Zone II & III (Partially Damage Risk Zone)
Source:
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2.4 LEASE HOLD AREA

The entire lease hold area of 35.63 Ha lies on the river bed of Yamuna. The breakup of the land use
for ancillary feature around the mining area is given below:

Table 2.3: Area Breakup

S. No. Land type Area in Ha

1. Govt. waste land -
2. Agriculture land -
3. Grazing land -
4. Forest land -
5. Others (river bed of Yamuna) 35.63
Total 35.63

2.5 GEOLOGY
2.5.1 General Profile of the district:
Fatehpur is one of the 75 Districts of up state of India and Fatehpur town is the district headquarters. It
is one of the four District of Allahabad division. The district occupies an area of 4152 km. As per
census 2011 the population of the district was 26,32,733. The district, includes in the Allahabad
Division, is situated in eastern or lower portions of Ganga-Yamuna doab and lies between Latitude
25º26’ N & 26º16 N and Longitude 80º14’ E & 81º20 E. Fatehpur is bounded by the district of Kanpur
on the North-West and by the District of Allahabad on the South-East to the North beyond Ganga lie
the District of Unnao, Raibareli and Pratapgarh while on the south the Yamuna separates it from
District Banda and Hamirpur and Chitrakoot. The District is roughly rectangular in shape.
Geomorphology the area comprise quaternary alluvium Sediments Heterogeneous in nature are
deposited over the concealed basement of Vindhyan Sand Stone and Shale of varying thickness. The
main and major drainage of the District belong to Ganga river system of which river Yamuna and Rind
are tributaries.
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2.5.2 Geology of Fatehpur

The area is underlain by the unconsolidated sediments of Quaternary to recent period which comprise
of silt, clay, sand of various grades or gravel and kankar in varying proportions. The unconsolidated
sediments deposited over the undulating surface of the basement granite Vindhyan sand stone rocks. It
exhibits the existence of the thick succession of granular and clastic formations. The depth of
basement varies between 100 to 200 mbgl along southern boundary of district along river Yamuna 200
to 350 mbgl in the central part of the district and 300 to 450 mbgl along Ganga River boarding the
northern part of district. The geological succession is as follows:

Table 2.4: Geological Succession of Fatehpur District

Age Formation Lithography

Newer Alluvium River Alluvium and
Recent residual soil
Older Alluvium Alluvium consisting of
sand clay, pebble, kankar,
gravel
Unconformity
Precambrian to lower Vindhyan Limestone, Dolomite,
Cambrian Shale, Sand and Quartzite

2.5.3 Geology and Minerals Wealth

Geologically the district is formed by sub-recent to recent rocks composed of the ordinary Gangetic
alluvium. The thickness of the alluvium may be of the order of 300m to 500m as deduced from the
surrounding plains of Uttar Pradesh. The alluvium probably rests on the north-eastward sloping
basement consisting of gneisses, granite and patches of the vindhyan rocks. It is also likely that contact
may be marked by uneven topography and old drainage channels. However, no drilling or tube well
boring has so far been done to such depths in the district.
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2.5.4 Minerals
The district is not rich in economic mineral deposit. However, there is an appreciable ground water
potentiality besides building materials like sand from the banks of the Ganga, gravel (Moram) from the
Yamuna and clays, silty clays in the alluvium suitable for brick manufacture. In areas of shallow water
–levels a white efflorescent cover, locally known as reh, is very common and forms due to
accumulation of salt as a result of rapid evaporation.
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2.5.5 Description of River

The main rivers of the district are tile Ganga and the Yamuna bordering, it respectively on the north
and south. The only tributary of the Ganga in this district is the Pandu whereas the other streams of
the district, namely, the Nun. Rind, Bari Nadi, Chhoti Nadi and the Sasur Khaderi are the tributaries
of the Yamuna.

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Yamuna:
The River flows along the southern border of the district in a very tortuous course from the entrance
near dabsaura in tehsil Bindki to its exit in the extream south of Dhata. Its bed lies at a greater depth
below the level of the country than the that of Ganga, the difference on an average being as much as
15.4m for the greater part of its course in this district the banks are steeps and scored with ravines,
though these are greatly inferior in extent and depth to those found higher up in the Agra and Etawah
districts.
During its course along the borders of this district, the Yamuna is joined by several tributaries of
which join it on the right or south bank. On those on the north or left bank are the Nun, which join it
near Chandpur, the Rind, which joins it nears Dariabad, the Bari Nadi, which joins it near Koi, and the
Sasur Khaderi, which joins it in district Allahabad.

Ganga:
The River first touches the district at sheorajpur in the north of tehsil Bindki at which point it is
joined by the Pandu. It shows in a wide bed south-eastward as far as Khusrupur to the north of
Fatehpur and then turns slightly to the north-east for a distance of some 22 km, continuing in a south-
easterly direction from the Rajghat as far as Gaunti, where it leaves the district. In this portion of its
course the banks are more clearly defined than in regions higher up, and the Khadar (low land) is
more limited in width. The soil close to river is for the most part sandy; the bed is liable to change
but not to the extent observed in the districts higher up. The aits formed in places by the shifting
channel are mostly barren. Owing to the softy sandy nature of the soil and the high level of the river
the ravines along the Ganga are less steep and the extensive than those which fringe the Yamuna.
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2.5.6 Process of Deposition

Sediment transport is critical to understanding how rivers work because it is the set of process that
mediates between the flowing water and the channel boundary. Erosion involves removal and transport
of sediments (mainly from the boundary) and deposition involves the transport and placement of
sediments on the boundary. Erosion and deposition are what from the channel of any alluvial river as
well as the floodplain through which it moves. The amount and size of sediments moving through a
river channel are determined by three fundamental controls.
i) Competence
ii) Capacity
iii) Sediments Supply (Modes of Sediments Transport)

Competence:
Competence refer to the largest size (diameter) of sediments particle or grain size that the flow is
capable of moving, it is a hydraulic limitation. If a river is sluggish and moving very slowly it simply
may not have the power to mobilize and transport sediment of a given size even though such sediments
is available to transport. So a river may be competent or incompetent with respect to a given grain size.
If it is incompetent it will not transport sediments of the given size. If it is competent it may transport
sediments of that size if such sediment is available.

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Capacity:
Capacity refers to the maximum amount of sediments of a given size that a stream can transport in
traction as bed load. Given a supply of sediments, capacity depends on channel gradient, discharge and
the caliber of the load (the presence of fines may increase fluid density and the increase capacity; the
presence of large particles may obstruct the flow and reduce capacity). Capacity transport is the
competence limited sediments transport (mass per unit time) predicted by all sediments –transport only
occurs when sediments supply is abundant (non-limiting).
Sediments supply:
Sediments Supply refers to the amount and size of sediments available for sediments transport.
Capacity transport for a given grain size is only achieved if the supply of that caliber of sediments is
not limiting (that is, the maximum amount of sediments a stream is capable of transporting is actually
available). Because of these two different potential constrains (Hydraulics and sediments supply)
distinction is often made between supply-limited and capacity limited transport.
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2.5.6 Modes of Sediments Transport

The sediments load of a river is transported in various ways although these distinctions are to some
extent arbitrary and not always very practical in the sense that not all the of the component can be
separated in practice.
1. Dissolved load
2. Suspended load
3. Intermittent suspended (saltation load)
4. Wash load
5. Bed load

Figure 2.6: Modes of Sediments Transport

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2.5.7 Geomorphology
Geomorphologically the district form a part of central Ganga plain and exhibits fluvial feature typical
of the flood plain Fatehpur district can be categorized as the composite flood plain and the meander
flood plain. The meander flood plain occurs in northern part of district along river Ganga covering in

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the northern part of Malwar, Teliyam, Bhitura, hathgon and Airwan blocks and southern part of district
along river Yamuna covering of south part of Amamli, Khayua, Asother, Bijaipur and Dhata block.
These plains are low lying, the river meander are found within the area and form Ox-bow Lake due to
abandoning channel. The composite flood plain occupy, entire central part of district extending from
NE to SW. these flood plain bear feature of more than one phase of flood plain formation.
Source: http://www.fatehpur.nic.in/dsr report.pdf

2.5.8 Soil
The Soil found in the district exhibits a great variety of composition and appearance. The soil types are
sandy loamy and sandy soil, loam clayey, fine texture soil. The diversity of soil is mainly due to the
influence of the various rivers and partly due to presence of peculiar soil Bundelkhand along the
course of the Yamuna River. The major part of district consist of the ordinary soil locally known as
Bhur or sand which is found on the ridge, Matiar or clay in the depression and Dumat or loan in the
plains, Reh prevails in the clay dominant area. Prominent patches have been observed in part of
eastern part of Teleyami block, Bhitaura, Hathgaon, and northern part of Haswa Khayua blocks.
Purely alluvial soil of the river valley are present notably in the Kachhar of the Ganga and Yamuna
rivers formed by repeated deposit of silt, brought down by river during floods.
Source: http://www.fatehpur.nic.in/dsr_report.pdf

2.5.9 Climate Condition:

The climate of Fatehpur is extreme and tropical. Fatehpur is 114.66 m above sea level. The climate of
the area is extremely cold is winter and very hot in summer. Fatehpur falls under sub-tropical climate
zone where during summer the temperature often rises to 45C while during winter it lowers to 4C.
The average relative humidity ranges from 32 to 82%.
Throughout the month of February, temperatures in the day reach a maximum of about 24C whereas
the temperature reaches a minimum of about 11C at night. On an average the relative humidity on a
given day in February is around 61%. The average amount of precipitation in the month has been
recorded at 25 mm. throughout the month of May; temperatures in the day reach a maximum of about
40C whereas the temperature reaches a minimum of about 26C at night. On an average the relative
humidity on a given day in May is around 39%. The average amount of precipitation in the month has
been recorded at 41 mm.
Throughout the month of August, temperature in the day reaches a maximum of about 34C whereas
the temperature reaches a minimum of about 27C at night. On an average the relative humidity on a
given day in August is around 76%. The average amount of precipitation in the month has been
recorded at 1052 mm. throughout the month of November, temperature in the day reach a maximum of
about 28C whereas the temperature reaches a minimum of about 13C at night. On an average the
relative humidity on a given day in November is around 62%. The average amount of precipitation in
the month has been recorded at 4 mm.
Source: https://en.climate-data.org/location/175296/ https://weatherspark.com/y/110445/Average-Weather-in-Fatehpur-India

2.6 METHOD OF RESERVES

The reserve estimation has been done by cross-sectional method. Three cross-sections at an interval of
260m & 336m are drawn. The average surface areas of two cross-sections are multiplied by the cross-
sectional interval to get the volume.

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2.6.1 Geological Reserve:

The geological reserves estimated by cross-sectional method can be categorized into two classes:
a) Proved Mineral Reserves (111):
All the Quantities of Sand/Morum occurring 2.0m below surface has been considered as under
proved category (111)
b) Feasibility Minerals Reserves (211):
Reserves blocked in barrier ultimate pit limit under proved mineral reserves has been considered
as (211)
The details categorizations of proved minerals reserves & feasibility Minerals Resources is shown
Table No. 2.5
The summary of reserves is as below:
Table 2.5: Summary of Reserves
Classification Code Quantity of Sand/Morum
(m3)
A) Minerals
1) Proved Mineral Reserve 111 10,19,500
2) Feasibility Mineral Resources 211 15,408
Total Geological Reserve 10,34,908

GEOLOGICAL RESERVES (as per approved Mine Plan)

PROVED MINERAL RESRVES (111)
Section Area Strike Volume
Line (m2) Influence (m) (Cum)

1-1’ 1241 260 3,22,660

2-2’ 1194 260 3,10,440
3-3’ 1150 336 3,86,400
Total 10,19,500

FEASIBILITY MINERALS RESOURCES (211)

Section Area Strike Volume
Line (m2) Influence (m) (Cum)
1-1’ 18 260 4,680
2-2’ 18 260 4,680
3-3’ 18 336 6,048
Total 15,408

2.6.2 Mineable Reserve:

Benches of height 1.6m & width 3.2m have been drawn in geological sections to calculate the mineable
reserves. The area of each bench level has been calculated & multiplied by strike influence to get the
volume. Geological reserves under category (111) proved has been considered as mineable reserves. The
total mineable reserves are 10,19,500 m3.

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Table 2.6: Mineable Reserves

Slice level in mRL from to Volume (Cum)
92 mRL – 90.4 mRL 10,19,500
Total 10,19,500

2.7 MINING
2.7.1 Sand Mining
The salient features of sand mining method are:
Mining of sand is proposed to be carried out by the excavators. The mining involve following steps-
I River Bed Mining activities do not involve top soil.
II. Excavation of sand is done by excavators.
III. Drilling and blasting is not required.

2.7.2 Pre – Mining Land Use Pattern (Forest, Agricultural Barren, and Barren etc.):
The area is agriculture land the existing land use of area is given below:

Table 2.6: Pre – Mining Land Use Pattern

S.No. Land Use Waste land Forest land Barren land Grazing
(Ha) (Ha) (Ha) land (Ha)
1 Mining pits Quarry - - - -
2 Approach Road - - - -
3 Dumps - - - -
4 Office, Resht Shelter etc. - - - -
5 Balance undisturbed land 35.63 - - -
Total 36.63 - - -

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Figure 2.7: Scenario of the Site Visit

2.7.3 Proposed Method of Mining

 It shall be opencast semi-mechanized mine. Sand /Morum shall be exploited with deployment of a
Scrapper, Loader, Truck & Tractors.
 Proposed height & width of benches shall be kept 1.6m & 3.2m respectively over all pit slopes shall be
maintained less than 37º.
 Depth of pits shall be increased upto 3.0m from surface according to deposition of sand/Morum but
mining will be confined above the water table.
 Ground water table should not be intercepted by the proposed mining.
 Mining shall be carried out without adoption of drilling & blasting.
 The exploited sand/ Morum shall be located into tractor trolleys with the help of loaders into track,
tractors, trolleys & dispatches to various parties.
 Ultimate depth of pits shall kept 1.6m from the surface.

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Indicate quantum of development of production expected as in table below:

Table 2.7: Year-Wise Productions

Overburden ROM Saleable

Year Bench Level (mRL)
(m3) Sand/ Morum (m3) Sand/ Morum(m3)
st
1 92- 90.4 mRL Nil 5,34,450 5,34,450
nd
2 92- 90.4 mRL Nil 5,34,450 5,34,450
rd
3 92- 90.4 mRL Nil 5,34,450 5,34,450
th
4 92- 90.4 mRL Nil 5,34,450 5,34,450
th
5 92- 90.4 mRL Nil 5,34,450 5,34,450

Total - 26,72,250 26,72,250

2.7.4 Extent of mechanization:

The mining operation will be semi-mechanized.
The maximum level of annual production planned = 534450 cum or 801675 tonnes production
Assuming 250 working days : = 534450/250 = 2137.8 Say= 2138 cum/ day
Assuming bulk density of Sand/Moram 1.5 = 2138 x 1.5 = 3207 MT/ day
Following machineries shall be deployed for the exploitation & transportation Sand/ Morum as per
requirement:
1. Scrapper, Loader
2. Truck dumper/ tipper
3. Tractor Trolleys
4. Water sprinkler
5. Other light Vehicles
6. Spade, shovels, mattocks, chisel etc.

2.7.4 Anticipated life of mine:

It is a river bed deposit and mined out area shall be replenished each year during monsoon period
and depth of quarry shall be filled back by river Sand/ Moram each year. Therefor it is not
practically forecast the anticipated life of mine.

2.7.5 Waste Management:

The area is devoid of soil cover, therefore generation of top soil shall be nil. All quantities of
sand/Moram to be exploited shall be saleable. Therefore no question arises for waste management.

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2.7.6 Post Mining Land Use:

The land use at present, at the end of plan period & at the end of conceptual period is given below:
Table 2.8: Post Mining Land Use
S.No. Head At Present (Ha) At the end of plan At the end of
period (Ha) conceptual period
of mine (Ha)
1 Total area excavated (broken) Nil 33.33 33.33
2 Area fully mined out Nil Nil 33.33
3 Area fully rehabilitated by Nil Nil 33.33
replenish
4 Area rehabilitated by Nil Nil Nil
afforestation
5 Total area under dump Nil Nil Nil

2.7.7 Disposal of Overburden/Waste:

No waste shall be generated during plan period therefore no proposed has been for its separated staking.

2.7.8 Rehabilitation and resettlement (R &R) Plan

It is entirely a government traverse land, sanctioned the Mine Lease to the project proponent. No human
settlements are existing in the ML area. The proposed project does not involve any rehabilitation and
resettlement.

2.7.9 Restriction of mining:

 No mining operation shall be carried out within 100m of railway line, 50m of reservoir or road
horizontally from the outer toe of the bank.
 Depth of mining cannot be more than 3 meter or water table whichever is less.
 Mining can be done in slices forming benches where bench height cannot be more than 1 meter and
bench width cannot be less than 10 meter.
 A width of not less than 50 meter or 10% width of river can be restricted for mining activities from
river bank. A condition can be imposed that mining will be done from river activities from river bank.
 The mining will not be allowed below the water table.
 No mining operation will be allowed in forest area.
 The contractors will abide by U.P. Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1963.
 The contractors will abide at the time of mining with the term and condition as laid down under
Mines Act, 1952 and Mines & Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957, Forest
(Conservation) Act, 1980 and the stipulations of the EIA/EMP.
 The contractor will abide by provision of Mines Act, 1952, Interstate Migrant Work Man Act; the
contractor with the satisfaction of competent authority will provide drinking water, rest shelter, first
aid box, welfare facilities as Central and State Govt. labor laws.

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 The contractor with the satisfaction of competent authority will provide drinking water, Temporary
rest shelter, and first aid box, welfare facilities as per Central and State Govt. labour laws.
 No mining will be done during monsoon season and during night times.
 The reclamation of mined out areas will be natural, as during the next monsoon the void will be filled
up with sand, which will be available for fresh quarrying for the next dry season.

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Figure 2.7: Surface/ Geological Plan

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2.7.10 Transportation
The proposed project site of Sand/Moram mining located Yamuna River Bed, Village: Oti, Tehsil:
Fatehpur, District: Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, which is about 31 km away from Fatehpur City. Mining area
is 3.3 km away from State Highway & 8.0 km away from National Highway-232. The nearest populated
town Dattauli is about 3.7 km in NE direction. The Nearest Railway Station is Fatehpur Railway Station
30 Km towards NE from the lease area.

2.7.10 Haul Road Construction Plan

The proposed haul road of 3.3 kilometre kachcha road to be made motorable, as it will connect Mine
site to SH-13. (TOR Point No.18)

Figure 2.8: Detailed Map of Haulage Road

Table 2.9: Budget distribution for construction of proposed Haul Road

S. No. Description Unit Quantity Rate Amount
1. Filling, Leveling and widening of the Nos. 0.006 x 3.3 km - 2,00,000
road up to width of 6m and length of
3.3 km.
2. Setting & Fixing of Cut Stone on the Nos. 0.006 x 3.3 km - 5,00,000
leveled road.
TOTAL 7,00,000

2.7.11 General Features

(i) Topography: The district lies in the fertile land between Ganga &Yamuna River. Fatehpur is located
at Latitude 25°56′N Longitude 80°48′E. It has an average elevation of 110 meters (360 feet).This district
is situated between two important cities Allahabad and Kanpur of Uttar Pradesh. It is well connected

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with those cities by train route as well as bus route. It lies in fertile land also known as 'DOABA'
between Ganges and Yamuna. The Geographical Area of Fatehpur District is 4152.0 Sq. Km.
Geologically the district is formed by Sub-Recent to Recent rocks composed of the ordinary Gangetic
alluvium. The alluvium probably rest on the north-eastward sloping basement consisting of gneisses,
granites, and patches of Vindhyan rocks. The river system of the district is Ganga, Rind, Pandu Nadi,
Bari Nadi, Yamuna, Chhoti Nadi, Nun, Sasur Khaderi.
Source: http://dcmsme.gov.in/dips/DIP%20Fatehpur.pdf

(i) Surface Drainage Pattern

It is a river bed mining project. The total lease area is located in the Yamuna river catchment/water shed
area. There is flow of water in the river bed in a narrow area in post monsoon period. During rainy
season, catchment water flows in the river. During dry period the Sand is excavated which gets
replenished during rainy period. No mining activities will be carried out during rainy season when there
is water flowing in the working area.
Table 2.4: Details of Site Elevation
Lowest elevation Highest Elevation Working Depth Ground Water Table
in meters
89.3 mRL 92.6 mRL 1.6m Pre –monsoon 5-15 mbgl
Bench Level (92 mRL-90.4 mRL) Post –monsoon 10- 15 mbgl
Source: CGWB, Fatehpur District,
2012 report)

(ii) Township
Since this mining is intermittent and labour employed would be mostly from adjoining areas, no colony
is proposed.
(iii) Power, Water Supply and other Infrastructure requirement Power
All the activities will be carried out by semi-mechanized method i.e. loading the trucks/trolley/carrying
vehicles manually by the working people, excavators will be used for excavation. There is no power
requirement for the project because operation will be done during day time and excavators will run on
diesel.

(iv) Infrastructure:
The site services like rest room shelter, first aid box, and drinking water facilities will be provided to
Workers at the mine site.

2.8 VEHICULAR TRAFFIC STUDY

Traffic study measurements were performed at National Highway-232 and State Highway-13 to assess
impact on local transport infrastructure due to this mining project.

Table 2.10: Roads and Highway in the Study Area

Name of Direction Dispatched
National /State Ratio in
Highway Percentage
Up Down
SH-13 Banda Fatehpur 80 %
NH-232 Fatehpur city Banda 20 %

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Total Mineral transported through National and State 100 %

Highway

Traffic data collected continuously for 24 hours by visual observation and counting of vehicles
under three categories, viz. heavy motor vehicles, light motor vehicles and two/three wheelers. As
traffic densities on the roads are high, two skilled persons were deployed simultaneously at each
station during each shift-one persons on each of the two directions for counting the traffic. At the
end of each hour, fresh counting and recording was undertaken. Total numbers of vehicles per
hour under the three categories were determined.

Table: 2.11 Vehicles per day

S.No Vehicles Number of Vehicles (PCU) Total Number of Total Number of
Distribution Distribution/Day Vehicle in PCU/Day Vehicle (PCU)/
Hour
SH-13 NH-232 SH-13 NH-232 SH-13 NH-232
1. Cars 2400 3600 1.0 2400 3600 100 150
2. Buses 960 1200 3.0 2880 3600 120 150
3. Trucks 1080 1200 3.0 3240 3600 135 150
4. Two 3600 4200 0.5 1800 2100 75 88
Wheelers
5. Three 840 1200 1.5 1260 1800 53 75
Wheelers
Total 7560 9360 7920 10440 483 613

Table 2.12: Existing Traffic Scenario and LOS

Road V (Volume C (Capacity in Existing V/C LOS
in PCU/hr) PCU/hr Ratio
SH-13 483 1250 0.38 B
NH-232 613 3000 0.20 B
Source: The ADB Guidelines.

V/C LOS Performance

0.0-0.2 A Excellent
0.2-0.4 B Very Good
0.4-0.6 C Good/Average/Fair
0.6-0.8 D Poor
0.8-1.0 E Very Poor
Note: Capacity as per IRC: 64-1990

During Mine Operation

Total Capacity of Mine : 8,01,675 TPA
No of working days : 250
Extraction and transportation of mineral : 3207 Tonnes/day
Truck Capacity : 10 tons
No of Trucks deployed : 321
Working hours per day : 8 hr/day

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Frequency of trucks deployed/day [(40 no. x 6 trips/day x 2(up/dwn)] : 480

Frequency of trucks deployed/hr : 60
Increase in PCU/hr : 180

Table 2.13: Modified Traffic Scenario and LOS

Road Increased PCU’s Modified Modified LOS
State/National V (Volume in PCU/hr) C (Capacity in V/C Ratio
Highway PCU/hr)
SH-13 180 x 80%=144 483 + 144= 627 1250 0.50 C
NH-232 180 x 20%=36 613 + 36= 649 3000 0.21 B

From the above analysis it has been found that the V/C ratio will be modified from 0.38 to 0.50 to for SH- 13
and 0.20 to 0.21 for NH- 232 with LOS being “C” & “B” respectively which is “Good” and “Very Good” as
per IRC: 64:1990 classification. So the additional load is affecting the carrying capacity upto some extent in
SH-13.

2.9 WATER REQUIREMENT

In the river bed mining projects there is as such no need of water to carry out operations, except for dust
suppression, drinking for workers and plantation. The water requirement for various activities will be as
calculated below:

Table 2.14: Water requirement

Source Purpose Detail Avg. Demand/ Day

Portable Tanker Drinking 93 workers x 15 lpcd 1.4 KLD

@15 lpcd/worker = 1395 lpcd
Surface Water Land reclamation/plantation 200 Trees (200x5) 1.0 KLD
@5 Lit/Tree = 1000 lpcd
Dust suppression Haul Road Area = 39.6 KLD
@2 Lit/Sq.m (3300 m Length x
6m Width=19800 m2)
= 39600 lpcd
Total 42.0 KLD

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Figure 2.9: Water Balance Chart

2.10 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS

The proposed mining activity will provide employment to about 93 workers. The workers will be hired
mostly from the nearby villages.

Following are the infrastructural facilities which will be provided to the workers:
1. Rest Shelter, drinking water facilities, Mobile toilets, & first aid facilities, etc.
2. Personal protective equipment such as ear muffs, gloves, helmets, shoes, goggles, Safety belt etc. will
be provided to the workers to ensure their safety.
3. Hanging of loose boulders shall be removed from mining faces.
4. The mining area shall be properly fenced to avoid any inadvertent entry into mining pits.
5. Working hours shall be displaced at conspicuous places.

Table 2.15: Manpower Requirements

S. No. Category Mine Development Phase
1. Mining Engineer (Full time) 1
2. Geologist (Full Time) 1
3. Foreman 1
4. Operators/Drivers 35
5. Office staff/workers 55
Total 93

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ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES
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CHAPTER-3 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES 3/1 - 3/2
(TECHNOLOGY & SITE)
3.0 INTRODUCTION

3.1 ALTERNATIVE FOR MINE LEASE

3.2 ALTERNATIVE FOR TECHNOLOGY AND
OTHER PARAMETERS
3.3 CONCLUSION
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CHAPTER 3

ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

3.0 INTRODUCTION

Consideration of alternatives to a project proposal is a requirement of EIA process. During the

process, alternatives to a proposal can be considered or refined, either directly or by reference to the
key issues identified. A comparison of alternatives help to determine the best method of achieving
the project objectives with minimum environmental impacts or indicates the most environmentally
friendly and cost effective options.

3.1 ALTERNATIVE FOR MINE LEASE

During monsoon season, when rivers reach high stage, Yamuna River also bears significant
catchment area and it transports river bed material (sand) which gets accumulated at such stretch
which widens river width and concave banks. Thus, it is evident that the proposed site will be
mined for the purpose of preventing land cutting during heavy rainfall and floods.

Sand (minor mineral) deposits are site specific. It is present in Yamuna river bed (35.63 Ha.). The
mining of the material will be done by opencast semi-mechanized method in riverbed. The mined
out area in river bed block will get replenished annually after monsoon. Therefore, no alternate site
is suggested as existing land use of mine lease classified as “River Body” and will continue to be so
even after the current mining project is over.

3.2 ALTERNATIVE FOR TECHNOLOGY AND OTHER PARAMETERS

Some alternatives considered during EIA study are discussed below

Table 3.1: Alternatives opted for the mining project

S.No Particular Alternative Alternative Remarks
Option 1 Option 2
1 Technology Opencast semi Opencast Opencast semi-mechanized for
mechanized mechanized riverbed is preferred
mining mining Benefits:
No electric power requirement
Minimal noise will be generated
Minimal air pollution will be
generated
Overburden will not be generated

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2 Employment Local Outsource Local employment is preferred

employment employment Benefits:
Provides employment to local
people along with financial benefits
No residential building/housing is
required
3 Labourer Public Private Local labors will be deployed so they
transportation transport transport will either reach mine site by bicycle
or by foot.
Benefits:
Cost of transportation of men will
be negligible.
4 Material Public Private Material will be transported
transportation transport transport through trucks/trolleys on the
contract basis
Benefits:
It will give indirect employment
5 Water Tanker water Tanker supply will be preferred.
requirement supplier supply Benefits:
No change in the surface water or
ground water quality
6 Road Haul road Metallic road Haul road will be considered for
linking mine site from metallic
road for transportation purpose
Minimum distance will be measured
along with less number of trees for
considering optimum haul road
roots.
Benefits:
Less distance, less fuel used,
minimum or negligible no. of trees
will be cut in best opted haul road
root.

3.3 Conclusion

We have analyzed all the option for alternatives of the proposed mine site. This project is sand specific
project and existing land use of mine lease classified as River Body which will continue to be
replenished with water automatically even after the current mining project is over, hence no alternate
site is suggested for this project.

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DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

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4.0 INTRODUCTION

4.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT

4.2 AIR ENVIROCNMENT

4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT

4.4 SOIL ENVIRONMENT

4.5 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

4.6 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

4.7 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

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District- Fatehpur, U.P.

CHAPTER 4

DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

4.0 INTRODUCTION

This Chapter contains the description of baseline studies of the area within 10 Km radius surrounding the
Adhawal Sand/Morrum Mine, Fatehpur, and Uttar Pradesh. The study was undertaken for prevailing
environment in respect of land, air, water (both ground and surface), soil, noise, biological (both flora and
fauna). The data collected has been used to understand the existing environment scenario around the
proposed mining project against which the potential impacts of the proposed project can be assessed.
The EIA study is being done for the Mine Lease (core zone) and area within 10 Km distance from mine
lease boundary (buffer zone), both of which together comprise the study area. The following data, through
field survey and other sources, has been collected by Globus Environment Engineering Services, for
preparing the EIA/EMP for the proposed mining area with related facilities.

 Baseline data related to physical environment viz Air, Water, Soil and Noise.
 Meteorological data,
 Land use pattern within core zone and buffer zone (10 Km distance around the core zone) based on
Survey of India secondary data and satellite image.
 Identification of water bodies, hills, roads etc. within 10 Km radius of the mine lease area.
 Eco-sensitive places, sanctuaries, biosphere reserves within 10 Km radius.
 Detail of fauna and flora within a radial distance of 10 Km from the project site.
 Environment protection and mitigation measures of the project.
4.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT
Area statistics of land use pattern has been generated within 10 Km radius of mine lease area (Core zone
and Buffer zone) as given in.
Object of this study is to provide a baseline status of the study area covering 10 Km radius around the
proposed Mine site so that temporal changes due to the mining activities on the surroundings can be
assessed.
4.1.1 Land Use Cover of the study area
Land-Use/ land cover pattern of the study area delineating all the features has been studied through
satellite imagery. The entire land use of the proposed area is a river bed which lies on Yamuna River.
There will be no diversion or modification of any land use due to the mining activity.
4.1.2 Data Used
Indian Remote Sensing satellite multi-spectral digital data has been used for the preparation of land use/
land cover map of present study. Survey of India reference map on 1:50,000 scales have been used for the
preparation of base map and geometric correction of satellite data. Ground truth has been carried out to
validate the interpretation accuracy and reliability of remotely sensed data, by enabling verification of the
interpreted details and by supplementing with the information, which cannot be obtained directly on
satellite imagery.
The methodology used for the study consists of following components
(i) Base Map Preparation

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Base map was prepared using Survey of India reference map on 1:85,000 scale. Interpreted thematic
details were transferred on the base map. Besides, other supporting data like project reports and statistical
data published by various Government departments have also been used.
(ii) Ground Truth Data Collection
Ground data on geo-environmental components of the study area was collected for verification of
information about the different features on the study areas, which are responsible for the occurrence of
specific spectral reflectance behavioral patterns. During the ground truth detailed information on
agricultural practices, wastelands, mining, industrial area etc. were collected along with other land
features.
(iii) Interpretation of Remote Sensing Data
A hybrid technique has been used i.e. visual interpretation and digital processing for identification of
different land use /land cover classes based on the image characteristics like tone, size, shape, pattern,
texture, location and association etc. An image interpretation key was developed based on such image
characteristics, which enables interpretation of satellite images for land use/land cover features. Further,
the land use / land cover and other baseline layers was put in GIS database for integration, analysis,
statistics generation and final out in the form of land use land cover map.
4.1.3 Observation of Land Use Study
In the present study, both digital image processing and using visual interpretation technique were used to
generate output of Land use / Land cover map of study area on 1: 50,000 scale (as shown in Figure 4.1).
A standard False Colour Composite (FCC) image has also been generated on the same scale (Figure 4.2).
Land use pattern of the study area (10 Km distance from the mine site)

Figure 4.1: Land Use map of the study area

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4.1 Land Use Cover of the Study Area

Land Use Type Area in %
Built-up 1.2%
Dense/Closed 0.1%
Fallow 0.1%
Kharif 0.2%
Kharif+Rabi (double cropped) 40.1%
lakes/Ponds 0.2%
Land with scrub 0.2%
land without scrub 10.5%
Rabi 42.5%
River 2.4%
River Island 0.0%
Salt Affected land 0.4%
Sandy area 1.9%
Water logged 0.2%
Total 100.0%

1.9% 0.1%
0.4% 1.2% Area in %
0.0% 0.2% 0.1%
2.4% 0.2%
Built-up

Dense/Closed

Fallow

Kharif

40.1% Kharif+Rabi (double

cropped)
lakes/Ponds
42.5%
Land with scrub

land without scrub

Rabi

River
10.5%
0.2%

0.2%

Figure 4.2: Graphical Representation of Land Use Cover of the Study Area

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4.1.4 Cropping Pattern

The state has significant bearing on the Agricultural performance at the national level. It produces about
one fifth of the total food grains in the country, which is the highest among all states .About One third
(34.17 %) of all wheat produced in the country comes from Uttar Pradesh. Similarly around 45%
(46.62%) of the country’s sugar can is produced in Uttar Pradesh. Evidently the state agriculture has a
paramount role to play in the food production and food security of the country. The production and
productivity of the major crops in the district are summarized below in table.

Table No.4.2 Cropping Pattern of the Fatehpur District

Crop Area (ha) Production Productivity
(Qt.) (Qt./ha)
Paddy 80582 38425 17.93
Jowar 11459 16139 14.08
Urd 10111 4813 4.78
Moong 1035 540 5.22
Arhar 23069 26489 11.118
Wheat 148080 2880156 19.45
Source: District Survey Report, Fatehpur

Productivity
20
18
16
14
12
10 Productivity
8
6
4
2
0
Paddy Jowar Urd Moong Arhar Wheat

Figure 4.3: Cropping Pattern of the Fatehpur District

4.1.5 Topography:
The district lies in the fertile land between Ganga &Yamuna River. Fatehpur is located at Latitude
25°56′N Longitude 80°48′E. It has an average elevation of 110 meters (360 feet).This district is situated
between two important cities Allahabad and Kanpur of Uttar Pradesh. It is well connected with those
cities by train route as well as bus route. It lies in fertile land also known as 'DOABA' between Ganges
and Yamuna. The Geographical Area of Fatehpur District is 4152.0 Sq. Km. Geologically the district is
formed by Sub-Recent to Recent rocks composed of the ordinary Gangetic alluvium. The alluvium

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probably rest on the north-eastward sloping basement consisting of gneisses, granites, and patches of
Vindhyan rocks. The river system of the district is Ganga, Rinnd, Pandu Nadi, Bari Nadi, Yamuna,
Chhoti Nadi, Nun, and Sasur Khaderi.
Source: http://dcmsme.gov.in/dips/DIP%20Fatehpur.pdf

The mining area of 35.63 Ha falls on Toposheet No. 63C/5 within Latitude: 25°43'13.62"N to
25°43'4.11"N & Longitudes: 80°34'56.28"E to 80°35'11.58"E. Topographical map showing project site
prepared on a scale of 1:50000. The Highest Point at 92.60 mRL in NW direction & the Lowest Point at
89.3 mRL in SE direction.

Soil Characteristics: Fatehpur district is a part of the central Gangetic Plain, where sands of different
grades, silt and clay intercalate in different proportion to the calcareous concentration of the soil.
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The Soil found in the district exhibit a great variety of composition and appearance. The soil types are
sandy loamy and sandy soil, loam clayey, fine texture soil. The diversity of soil is mainly due to the
influence of the various river and partly due to presence of peculiar soil Bundelkhand along the course of
the Yamuna river.

Figure 4.4: Topographical Map Showing10 km Radius of the Buffer Zone

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4.1.6 Seismicity Zonation of Area

The project site as well as study area lies in Zone-II and III of Seismic Zoning Map (Figure-3.3), and thus
can be said to be located in an area of moderate seismic hazard by national standards. Hence the risk of
earthquake at the site persists though there has been no incident in the near past.
(http://upsdma.up.nic.in/upsdmarahat.htm)

Figure 4.5: Seismic Zone Map of India

4.1.7 Flood Hazard Zonation of Area:

River Yamuna, one of the major rivers of India and the largest tributary of the Ganga, originates from the
Yamunotri glacier of the lower Himalayas at an elevation of 6320 m above mean sea level. The river has
a total length of 1376 km and drains an area of 3,45,848 km2. The annual flow of the river is about 10,000
cumecs. The tributaries contribute 70.9% of catchment area and balance of 29.1% accounts for direct
drainage into the Yamuna River or to the smaller tributaries. On the basis of area, the catchment basin of
Yamuna is estimated to be 40.2% of the Ganga basin. The river faces the hazards of annual floods,
susceptibility to erosion and adverse impact of anthropogenic factors.

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Figure 4.6: Google Map showing Drainage pattern of River Yamuna

Uttar Pradesh lies in an area of intense monsoonal activity as a result of which it is subjected to floods
every year. The intensity of flooding varies from year to year but it is responsible for causing danger to
standing crops, cattle, and human life. Flood occurs when, due to excessive rainfall/ the catchment area of
a river receives considerable volume of water which may not be drained off by the river. Physiography of
the area also influences the occurrence and severity of flood. The intensity and frequency of floods vary
primarily, with varying precipitation conditions in the catchment area
Source: (http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/52653/11/11_chapter%202.pdf)

Figure 4.7: Uttar Pradesh Flood Zone

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4.2 AIR ENVIRONMENT

Prevailing air environment i.e. baseline conditions in an area is primarily governed by many factors
activities going on in that area. The pollutant concentrations in the atmosphere is also governed by the
meteorology, topography, natural settings in terms of plantation, forest cover, vegetation etc. as these
factors in combination with each other are responsible for dispersion, diffusion, transportation and
assimilation of pollutants in the local air shed.
4.2.1 Climate:
The climate of Fatehpur is extreme and tropical. Fatehpur is 114.66 m above sea level. The climate of the
area is extremely cold is winter and very hot in summer. Fatehpur falls under sub-tropical climate zone
where during summer the temperature often rises to 45 °C while during winter it lowers to 4.20 °C. The
average relative humidity ranges from 32 to 82%.The average annual rainfall is 618 mm. The monsoon
usually breaks is the last week of June causing heavy rans every year in August and July and Fatehpur’s
average annual rainfall is 670.3 mm. Through out the month of February, temperatures in the day reach a
maximum of about 24°C whereas the temperature reaches a minimum of about 11ºC at night. On an
average the relative humidity on a given day in February is around 61%. The average amount of
precipitation in the month has been recorded at 25 mm. throughout the month of May; temperatures in the
day reach a maximum of about 40°C whereas the temperature reaches a minimum of about 26°C at night.
On an average the relative humidity on a given day in May is around 39%. The average amount of
precipitation in the month has been recorded at 41 mm.

4.2.2 Meteorological Data

Meteorology is the key to understand the air quality. The essential relationship between meteorological
Condition and atmospheric dispersion involves the wind in the broadest sense. Other factors such as
Variation in temperature, humidity etc. also plays a direct role in dispersion and dilution of pollutants.
Wind fluctuations over a wide range of time, accomplish dispersion and strongly influence other
Processes associated with them. This section makes a comparative analysis of the meteorological data of
the study area
Table 4.3 Meteorological Data
(6:00 AM to 6:00 P.M.)
Month Wind Speed (mph) Temperature Rainfall Relative Humidity
(0C) (mm) (%)

Max. Min. Highest Lowest - Highest Lowest

March- 6 3 37 30 0.00 27 15
April- 4 1 42 36 0.00 16 9
May- 8 5 42 37 0.00 41 15
June- 19 14 44 37 0.00 25 17

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4.2.3 Wind Rose Diagram

Wind speed and wind direction data is useful in identifying the influence of meteorology on the air
quality of the area. Based on the collected meteorological data, relative percentage frequencies of
different wind directions are calculated and plotted as wind roses of Sixteen directions viz., N, NNE, NE,
ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW and NNW directions for twelve hours and
twenty four hour duration respectively. The observed wind pattern during the study period is described
below and is plotted for the study period. The predominant over all wind patterns for the study period is
from North West to South East direction.

Figure 4. 8: Wind Rose Diagram

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4.2.3 AMBIENT AIR MONITORING

Ambient air quality monitoring stations were selected primarily on the basis of surface influence,
demographic influence and meteorological influence. 24 hourly monitoring was carried out twice a week
at each station for major air pollutants viz PM10, SO2, NO2, & PM2.5 identified for ambient air quality
monitoring (AAQM). This study was done during pre-monsoon season for a period of 3 months (March-
June2018). This will also be useful in assessing the conformity to standards of the ambient air quality as
per standards during the mine operations.
The various sources of air pollution in the region are dust rising from unmetalled roads, domestic fuel
burning, vehicular traffic, agricultural activities, other industries, etc.
The design of monitoring network in the air quality surveillance program has been Ambient air
monitoring was carried out on monthly basis in the surrounding areas of the mine site to assess the
ambient air quality at the source. To know the ambient air quality at a larger distance i.e. in the study area
of 10 km radius, air quality survey has been conducted at 05 locations over a period of three months of
March- June 2018. The ambient air quality monitoring stations were set up at the following locations. The
prime objective of the baseline air monitoring was to evaluate the existing air quality of the area. This will
also be useful for assessing the conformity to standards of the ambient air quality during the operation of
the proposed mine. This section describes the selection of sampling locations, methodology adopted for
sampling, analytical techniques and frequency of sampling.

Figure 4.9: Google Map Showing Air Monitoring Site

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4.2.3 Air Quality Survey

The baseline status of the air quality in the study area has been assessed through a scientifically designed
ambient air quality monitoring network. The design of monitoring network in the air quality surveillance
program has been based on the following considerations:
a) Representation of Mine leases area.
b) Representation of the down wind direction and up wind direction.
c) Representation of residential areas.
d) Representation of regional background levels.
e) Meteorological conditions (predominant wind direction and wind speed.
f) Topography of the study area.

Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (AAQM) stations were set up at Five locations with due consideration to
the above mentioned points. Table no. 4.6 gives the details of environmental setting around each
monitoring station and their distances with reference to the proposed mine. Villages/locations have been
selected in downwind direction as well as in the upwind direction for AAQ monitoring from the proposed
activity site.
Table 4.6: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations

Station Station Coordinates Aerial Distance (Km) Core Zone/ Buffer

Location Latitude Longitude and Direction from Zone
Mine Site
AQ-1 Near Mine 25°43'17.45"N 80°35'10.68"E (0-500m) Core Zone
Site
AQ-2 Oti 25°43'38.38"N 80°35'46.19"E 1.4 Km, NE Buffer Zone
AQ-3 Jauharpur 25°42'35.35"N 80°33'49.30"E 2.5 Km, SWW Buffer Zone
AQ-4 Samatpur 25°44'41.46"N 80°36'18.61"E 3.4 Km, NNE Buffer Zone
AQ-5 Dattauli 25°43'56.67"N 80°37'10.72"E 3.8 km Buffer Zone

4.2.4 Method of Air monitoring

Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried out with a frequency of two days per week at five
locations covering one complete season except monsoon (CPCB guidelines). The ambient air quality
parameters along with their frequency of sampling are given in Table- 4.5
Table 4.5 Methods adopted for PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NO2

Parameters Technique Technical Protocol

PM2.5 Gravimetric method CPCB Guideline Vol. I May’ 2011
PM10 Gravimetric method IS 5182 (Part-XXIII)
Sulphur Dioxide Improved West and Gaeke IS-5182 (Part-II)
Nitrogen Dioxide Modified Jacob & Hochheiser IS-5182 (Part-VI)

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Ambient air quality Interpretations

The ambient air quality Interpretation is given in Table 4.7 for each location. Detailed Air Monitoring Lab
report is attached as Annexure-VI. The standards of Ambient Air Quality in India are available online at
http://cpcb.nic.in/National_Ambient_Air_Quality_Standards.php.

Figure 4.10: Air Monitoring Sampling

Table 4.7: Ambient Air Quality Status

Site Particulars PM10(μg/m3) PM2.5(μg/m3) SO2 (μg/m3 ) NO2 (μg/m3)

AQ-1 Minimum 65.88 38.64 8.7 11.64
(24 Maximum 83.45 53.57 13.48 19.48
Observations) Average 74.11 46.72 12.08 17.07
AQ-2 Minimum 64.25 37.2 8.1 11.78
(24 Maximum 81.33 52.6 13.23 19.68
Observations) Average 72.44 45.49 11.72 17.15
AQ-3 Minimum 65.28 38.30 8.45 11.71
(24 Maximum 82.41 53.08 13.52 19.78
Observations) Average 73.13 46.09 11.86 17.12
AQ-4 Minimum 63.27 38.26 8.21 11.46
(24 Maximum 79.45 51.46 13.2 19.56

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Observations) Average 71.52 44.65 11.76 17.08

AQ-5 Minimum 65.33 38.35 8.75 12.15
(24 Maximum 79.82 53.59 13.65 19.82
Observations) Average 73.18 46.45 12.23 17.46
CPCB Standards (μg/m3) 100 60 80 80

120
PM10
100
Concentration

80
(μg/m3)

Limit
60
Max
40 Min

20 Average

0
Limit AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5
Monitoring Location

Figure 4.11: PM10 Concentration in μg/m3

70 PM2.5
60
Concentratiobn

50
(μg/m3)

40
Limit
30
Max
20
Min
10 Average
0
Limit AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5
Monitoring Location

Figure 4.12: PM2.5 Concentration in μg/m3

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90
80
SO2
70
(μg/m3 60
50 Limit
40 Max
30 Min
20 Average

10
0
Limit AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5
SO2 Sampling Station Site

Figure 4.13: SO2 Concentration in μg/m3

90
80
NO2
70
60
(μg/m3

50 Limit
40 Max
30 min
20 Average

10
0
Limit AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5
NO2 Sampling Station Site

Figure 4.14: NO2 Concentration in μg/m3

4.2.7 Observations of the results:

Ambient Air Quality Monitoring reveals that the minimum & maximum concentrations of PM 10 amongst
all the Five AQ monitoring stations were found to be 63.27/m3 at AQ-4 and 83.45μg/m3 at AQ-1,
respectively. As far as the gaseous pollutants SO2 and NO2 are concerned, the prescribed CPCB limit of
80μg/m3 for residential and rural areas has never surpassed at any station. The minimum concentration of
SO2 was found at AQ-2 (8.1 μg/m3) and maximum of 13.65 at AQ-5, respectively. The minimum &

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maximum concentrations of NO2 were found to be 11.46μg/m3 at AQ-4 and 19.82μg/m3 at AQ-5
respectively.

4.2.8 Free SiO2:

The NAAQ standards prescribed for Industrial, Residential, Rural and other areas do not define limits for
standards of free silica in ambient air. Silica is a component of PM 10, standards for which are prescribed
under the NAAQ. Crystalline silica is composed of SiO2 whereas SiO2 in the pure form (not combined
with cations) is free silica. The standard for Respirable dust is 3mg/m3 for 8 hour of working period
where free silica content should not exceed 5% as prescribed by Directorate General of Mines Safety.

Table 4.8: Free SiO2

SiO2 AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5
(μg/m )
3

Minimum 1.62 1.56 1.82 1.39 1.24

Maximum 2.4 2.1 1.44 1.68 1.58
Average 1.89 1.8 1.62 1.54 1.44

3.5
Free Silica
3

2.5
Limit
2
Min
1.5 Max

1 Average

0.5

0
Limit AQ-1 AQ-2 AQ-3 AQ-4 AQ-5

Figure 4.15: Free Silica Concentration in μg/m3

Observations: The minimum & maximum concentrations of SiO2 were found to be 1.24μg/m3 at AQ-5 &
2.4 μg/m3 at AQ-1 respectively.

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Table No. 4.9: Chemical Characterization Analysis of PM10

S.No Parameters Units Results S.No Parameters Units Results

1. Respirable Particulate Matter (PM10) µg/m3 68.12 9. Lead as Pb µg/m3 <0.01

2. Calcium as Ca µg/m3 2.40 10. Zinc as Zn µg/m3 <0.01
3. Magnesium as Mg µg/m3 1.8 11. Iron as Fe µg/m3 <0.01
4. Sodium as Na µg/m3 0.06 12. Nickel as Ni µg/m3 <0.01
5. Free Silica as Si µg/m3 1.56 13. Barium as Ba µg/m3 <0.01
6. Potassium as K µg/m3 <0.01 14. Cadmium as Cd µg/m3 < 0.01
7. Chromium as Cr µg/m3 <0.01 15. Mercury as Hg µg/m3 <0.001
8. Aluminum as Al µg/m3 <0.01 16. Arsenic as As µg/m3 <0.01

4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT

Main water system in the district comprises of River Yamuna and the irrigation canals flowing out of it.
There is no perennial river in the district.

The underground water resources differ from area to area. The ground water level of the area is 10 – 15
mbgl as shown in the figure given below:

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Source: Central Ground Water Department (CGWD)

Figure 4.16: Pictorial Representation Depth of Ground Water Level during pre and post monsoon
season

The purpose of the study is to:-

 Assess the water quality characteristics for critical parameters;
 Evaluate the impacts on agriculture productivity, habitat conditions, recreational resources and
 aesthetics of the vicinity; and
 Predict the likely impacts on water quality due to the mining and other related activities.

4.3.1 Selection of Sampling Stations:

The sampling was done both for surface water and underground water. The samples were taken from the
identified monitoring locations within the 10 Km radius of the study area. Five ground water sampling
locations and two Surface water sampling locations were chosen as shown in the figure given below:

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Figure 4.17: Ground Water Sampling Location Map

4.3.2 Methodology Adopted

Parameters for analysis of water quality were selected based on the utility of the particular source of water
as per MoEF & CC guidance. Hence quality of ground water was compared with IS: 10500: 2012 for
drinking purposes. Surface water quality was analyzed for parameters as mentioned in the ‘Methods of
Monitoring & Analysis published by CPCB (in CPCB guidelines)’ and it was rated according to the
CPCB Water Quality Criteria (Designated Best Use). Grab water samples were collected from sampling
locations in a 5 liter plastic jerry can and 500 ml sterilized clean glass bottles for complete physico-
chemical and bacteriological tests respectively.
4.3.3 Ground Water
The sources of potable water are the hand pumps, tube-wells & dug well situated nearby villages in the
study area. Samples were collected from the available water resources around the applied mine lease
area. Five monitoring location were selected for ground water sampling. The detail of Monitoring site and
its station Code is given in the table below:

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Table 4.10: Ground Water Sampling Locations

Station Station Coordinates Aerial Distance (Km) Core Zone/ Buffer

Location Latitude Longitude and Direction from Zone
Mine Site
GW-1 Near Mine 25°43'17.45"N 80°35'10.68"E (0-500m) Core Zone
Site
GW-2 Oti 25°43'38.38"N 80°35'46.19"E 1.4 Km, NE Buffer Zone
GW-3 Jauharpur 25°42'35.35"N 80°33'49.30"E 2.5 Km, SWW Buffer Zone
GW-4 Samatpur 25°44'41.46"N 80°36'18.61"E 3.4 Km, NNE Buffer Zone
GW-5 Dattauli 25°43'56.67"N 80°37'10.72"E 3.8 km Buffer Zone

Figure 4.18: Ground Water Sampling

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Table 4.11: Results of Ground Water Quality

S.N. Parameter Limit Unit GW-1 GW-2 GW-3 GW-4 GW-5

(as per IS:10500-2012)
Desirable Permissib Core Oti Jauharpur Samatpur Dattauli
Limit le Zone
Limit
1 Colour 5 15 Haze <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00
n
2 Odour Agreeable Agreeable - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable
3 Taste Agreeable Agreeable - AgreeableAgreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

4 Turbidity 1 5 NTU <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00

5 pH 6.5-8.5 No - 7.83 7.78 7.80 7.76 7.74

Relaxatio
n
6 TDS 200 600 mg/l 682 624 612 584 552

7 Aluminum 0.03 0.2 mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

(as Al)
8 Total 0.5 No mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10
Ammonia Relaxatio
n
9 Anionic 0.2 1.0 mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10
Detergents
(as MBAS)
10 Barium (as 0.7 No mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10
Ba) Relaxatio
n
11 Boron (as 0.5 1.0 mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10
B)
12 Calcium 75 200 mg/l 134 128.41 125.45 114.20 116.50
(as Ca)
13 Chloramin 4.0 No mg/l <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00 <1.00
es Relaxatio
(as Cl2) n
14 Chloride 250 1000 mg/l 34.2 21.62 30.68 21.60 24.80
(as Cl)
15 Copper (as 0.05 1.5 mg/l <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05
Cu) <0.05
16 Fluoride 1.0 1.5 mg/l 1.3 1.26 1.24 1.18 1.12
(as F)
17 Free 0.2 1.0 mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Residual
Chlorine
18 Iron (as Fe) 0.3 No mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10
Relaxatio
n
19 Magnesiu 30 100 mg/l 52.42 48.25 40.60 38.80 36.80
m

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(as mg)

20 Manganese 0.1 0.3 mg/l <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10 <0.10

(as Mn)
21 Mineral Oil 0.5 No mg/l <0.50 <0.50 <0.50 <0.50 <0.50
Relaxatio
n
22 Nitrate 45 No mg/l 36.90 25.80 28.46 18.90 17.42
(as NO3) Relaxatio
n
23 Selenium 0.01 No mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01
(as Se) Relaxatio
n
24 Silver (as 0.1 No mg/l <0.01 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05
Ag) Relaxatio
n
25 Sulphate 200 400 mg/l 52.20 43.50 32.18 25.60 26.70
(as SO4)
26 Sulphide 0.05 No <0.00 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05
(as H2S) Relaxatio 1
n
27 Alkalinity 200 600 mg/l 482.50 460.20 448.80 428.80 416.20
( as
CaCO3)
28 Total 200 600 mg/l 415.10 410.50 405.50 408.20 402.08
Hardness
(as CaCO3)
29 Zinc (as 5.0 15 mg/l 0.35 0.32 0.34 0.30 0.29
Zn)
30 Phenolic 0.001 0.002 mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL
Compound
as
(C6H5OH)
Microbiological
Parameter
1 Total - MPN/ Abse Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent
Coliform 100ml nt

2 E. coli - E. coli Abse Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent

/100ml nt

Table 4.12: Parameters Concerning Toxic Substances in Ground Water:

S.No. Parameter Requirement Permissible Unit GW-1 GW-2 GW-3 GW-4 GW-5
(Acceptable Limit in
Limit) absence of
alternate
source
1. Cadmium 0.003 No mg/l <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001
(as Cd) Relaxation
2. Cyanide (as 0.05 No mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01
CN) Relaxation
3. Lead (as Pb) 0.01 No mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01
Relaxation

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4. Mercury 0.001 No mg/l <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

(as Hg) Relaxation
5. Molybdenu 0.07 No mg/l <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05
m (Mo) Relaxation
6. Nickel (as 0.02 No mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01
Ni) Relaxation
7. Poly 0.0001 No mg/l <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001
Nuclear Relaxation
Aromatic
Hydrocarbo
ns
8. Poly 0.0005 No mg/l <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001 <0.0001
Chlorinated Relaxation
biphenyls
9. Total 0.01 0.05 mg/l <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01
Arsenic (as
As)
10. Total 0.05 No mg/l <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05
Chromium Relaxation
(as Cr)
BDL: Below Detection limit.

4.3.3.1 Observation
Analysis results of ground water in the study area reveal the following: -
 PH varies from 7.74 to 7.83.
 Total hardness varies from 402.08 mg/l to 415.10 mg/l.
 Total dissolved solids vary from 552 mg/l to 682 mg/l.
The ground water from all sources remains suitable for drinking purposes as all the constituents are within
the limits prescribed by drinking water standards promulgated by Indian Standards IS: 10500-2012.
Fluoride is found within the permissible limit. Most of the parameters of ground water are found within
the permissible limits as per Drinking Water IS: 10500-2012

4.3.4 SURFACE WATER

Two surface water samples were collected from the study area. The locations of surface water samples are
given in Table 4.15. The physio-chemical analysis of the these samples are given in the Table 4.16
Table 4.15: Surface Water Sampling Location

Station Code Location Buffer Zone /

Core Zone
SW-1 Upstream Surface Buffer Zone
Water
SW-2 Downstream Surface Buffer Zone
Water

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Figure 4.19: Surface Water Sampling

Table 4.14: Results of Surface Water Quality

S.No Parameter Unit SW-1 SW-2

Yamuna river Yamuna river
(Upstream) (Downstream)
1 pH 8.12 8.01
0
2 Temperature C 23.1 23.0
3 Turbidity NTU <1.0 <1.0
4 Conductivity @250C µS/cm 315 313
5 Sulphate (SO4) mg/l 23.0 24.0
6 Nitrate (NO3) mg/l 2.2 2.3
7 Total Hardness(as mg/l 167 164
CaCO3)
8 Chloride(as Cl) mg/l 88.07 88.05
9 Fluoride (as F) mg/l 0.18 0.19
10 COD (as O2) mg/l 58 56
11 Iron (as Fe) mg/l 0.21 0.20
12 Dissolve Oxygen mg/l 6.7 6.4
13 Total Dissolved Solid mg/l 208 210
14 BOD (3 days at 270C) mg/l 6.2 6.5
15 Calcium (as Ca) mg/l 31.64 31.55
16 Magnesium (as Mg) mg/l 11.65 11.62
17 Arsenic (as As) mg/l BDL BDL

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18 Lead (as Pb) mg/l BDL BDL

19 Copper (as Cu) mg/l BDL BDL
20 Zinc (as Zn) mg/l 1.58 1.56
21 Manganese (as Mn) mg/l BDL BDL
22 Total Chromium (as Cr) mg/l BDL BDL
23 Sodium (as Na) mg/l 28.4 28.4
24 Potassium (as K) mg/l 2.8 2.6
25 Total Alkalinity (as mg/l 156.04 156.05
CaCO3)
26 Phosphate (as P) mg/l 0.11 0.11
27 Nitrite (as NO2) mg/l BDL BDL
28 Total Suspended Solid mg/l 4.52 4.48
Bacteriological Parameters
29 Faecal Coliform >1600MP 1.5×103no./100 1.5×103no./100
N/100 ml ml ml
30 Total Coliform MPN/100 2.0×103 2.0×103
ML no./100 ml no./100 ml

4.3.4.1 Observation:

The analysis results indicate that the pH was 8.12 and 8.01, BOD was 6.2 & 6.5 mg/l, Chloride was 88.07
& 88.05 mg/l while Sulphate was 23 & 24 mg/l in both the site respectively. Dissolved Oxygen (DO) was
observed to be 6.7 mg/l to 6.4 mg/l at SW-1 and SW-2 respectively against the minimum requirement of
4 mg/l. Bacteriological examination of surface water samples revealed the presence of total coliform in in
SW-1 and SW-2 is 2.0×103 no. /100 ml.
4.4 SOIL ENVIRONMENT
Soil may be defined as a thin layer of earth’s crust, medium for the growth of plants. The soil
characteristics include both physical and chemical properties. The soil survey and soil samples were
carried out / collected to assess the soil characteristics of the study area. Soil samples were collected from
5 locations & analyzed as per CPCB norms.

4.4.1 Methodology
Soil samples were collected from different depths below the surface. The samples were homogenized and
the quantity was reduced using the coning and quartering method to provide a representative sample for
analysis. They were stored in air tight Polythene Bags and analyzed at the laboratory. The samples were
analyzed as per standard procedure/ method given in IS: 2720 (Revised Parts), and Soil Chemical
Analysis by M. L. Jackson. Soil samples were collected from five locations as shown in Table.

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Figure 4.20: Google Map Showing Soil Quality Sampling Location

Table 4.15: Soil Sampling Locations
S.No Station Sampling Coordinates Aerial Distance Core Zone
Location Latitude Longitude (Km) and /Buffer Zone
Direction from
Mine Site
1 SQ-1 Mine site 25°43'17.45"N 80°35'10.68"E (0-500m) Core Zone

2 SQ-2 Oti 25°43'38.38"N 80°35'46.19"E 1.4 Km, NE Buffer Zone

3 SQ-3 Jauharpur 25°42'35.35"N 80°33'49.30"E 2.5 Km, SWW Buffer Zone

4 SQ-4 Samatpur 25°44'41.46"N 80°36'18.61"E 3.4 Km, NNE Buffer Zone

5 SQ-5 Dattauli 25°43'56.67"N 80°37'10.72"E 3.8.Km, NEE Buffer Zone

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Figure 4.21: Soil Sampling

Table 4.16: Results of Soil Quality Monitoring

S.No. Parameter Unit SQ-1 SQ-2 SQ-3 SQ-4 SQ-5

1 Texture - Sandy clay Sandy Sandy Sandy Sandy
Silt clay clay clay clay
Silt Silt Silt Silt
68.00 68.00 65.00 67.00 67.00
Sand %
18.00 17.00 19.00 19.00 17.00
Clay %
14.00 15.00 16.00 14.00 16.00
Silt %
2 pH 7.23 7.21 7.20 7.21 7.22
-
3 Conductivity 372.00 371.00 375.00 370.00 369.00
(µmhos/cm) μmhos/c
m
4 Sodium (as Na) mg/kg 50.38 50.39 50.35 51.35 50.35
(mg/kg)

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5 Water holding % 30.00 31.00 30.00 32.00 30.00

capacity
6 Potassium (as K) mg/kg 238.51 237.50 236.55 234.48 235.48
7 Calcium (as Ca) mg/kg 146.00 145.00 145.00 145.00 142.00

8 Magnesium (as mg/kg 64.71 64.72 64.71 64.58 63.58

Mg)
9 SAR - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

10 CEC meq/100 2.15 2.08 2.12 2.15 2.12

gm
11 Available mg/kg 11.74 11.75 12.74 11.75 11.75
Phosphorus
(as P),
12 Organic carbon % 0.42 0.40 0.41 0.40 0.41
13 Porosity % by 41.00 39.00 40.00 40.00 40.00
mass
14 Permeability cm/hr 1.88 1.84 1.85 1.86 1.84
15 Bulk Density kg/cm3 1.18 1.14 1.18 1.19 1.21
16 TKN % 0.02 0.02 0.02 0.02 0.02

4.4.2 Observations:
Samples collected from identified locations indicate the soil is Sandy loam type and the pH value ranging
from 7.2-7.23, this shows that the soil is slightly alkaline in nature. Bulk density is found to be from 1.14
to 1.21 kg/cm3 the water holding capacity is found in between 30 % to 32%.

4.5 NOISE ENVIRONNENT

The noise levels within the study area were recorded using Sound Level Meter and noise monitoring
results were compared with the Ambient Noise Quality Standard notified under Environment Protection
Act, 1986. The most common and universally accepted scale is the A weighted scale, which is measured
as dB (A). This is more auditable for audible range of 20 to 20,000 Hz. The scale has been designed to
weigh various components of noise according to the response of human ear. The environmental impact of
noise can have several effects varying from Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) to annoyance depending
on loudness of noise.

4.5.1 Methodology
The intensity of sound energy in the environment is measured in a logarithmic scale and is expressed in a
decibel, dB (A) scale. In a sophisticated type of sound level meter, an additional circuit (filters) is
provided, which modifies the received signal in such a way that it replicates the sound signal as received
by the human ear and the magnitude of sound level in this scale is denoted as dB (A).
Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) measurements were recorded at four locations. The readings were taken for
every hour for 24-hrs. The day noise levels have been monitored during 6 am to 10 pm and night noise
levels during 10 pm to 6 am at all the locations.

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Measured noise level displayed as a function of time provides a useful scheme for describing the
acoustical climate of a community. Noise levels recorded at each station are computed for equivalent
noise levels. Equivalent noise level is a single number descriptor for describing time varying noise levels.
The equivalent noise level is defined as mathematically.

10Log1/T∑ (10Ln/10)

Where L = sound pressure level a function of time dB (A)

T = Time interval of observations

Noise levels during the night time generally drop, therefore to compute Equivalent noise levels for the
night time, noise levels are increased by 10 dB (A) as the night time high noise levels are judged more
annoying compared to the day time.

Figure 4.22: Google Map Showing Noise Quality Monitoring Site

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Table 4.17: Noise Quality Monitoring Stations

S.No. Station Station Distance Coordinates Industrial
Location (km) Latitude Latitude Area/Residential
Area
1 NQ-1 Mine Site (0-500m) 25°43'17.45"N 25°43'17.45"N Industrial Area
2 NQ-2 Oti 1.4 NE 25°43'38.38"N 25°43'38.38"N Residential Area
3 NQ-3 Jauharpur 2.5 SW 25°42'35.35"N 25°42'35.35"N Residential Area
4 NQ-4 Samatpur 3.4 NNE 25°44'41.46"N 25°44'41.46"N Residential Area
5 NQ-5 Dattauli 3.8 NE 25°43'56.67"N 25°43'56.67"N Residential Area

Table 4.18: Results of Ambient Noise Quality Monitoring

S.No. Station Station LIMIT as per CPCB Observed value Leq,

Location Guidelines Leq, dB(A) dB(A)
DAY* NIGHT* DAY* NIGHT*
1 Mine Site Industrial Area 75 70 58.5 42.2

2 Oti Residential Area 55 45 56.4 39.6

3 Jauharpur Residential Area 55 45 56.5 41.8
4 Samatpur Residential Area 55 45 57.8 42.0
5 Dattauli Residential Area 55 45 55.8 41.5
Day time Leq (6.00AM TO 10.00PM)
*
Night time Leq (10.00PM TO 6.00AM)

1. Day Time is from 6.00 AM to 10.00 PM.

2. Night Time is reckoned between 10.00 PM to 6.00 AM
3. Silence Zone is defined as an area up to 100m around premises of Hospitals, Educational
Institutions and Courts. Use of vehicle horn, loudspeaker and bursting of crackers is
banned in these zones.
4. Note: Mixed categories of areas be declared as one of the four above mentioned
categories by the competent Authority and the corresponding standards shall apply
Source: Central Pollution Control Board Norms

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70

60

50

40 Limit
Day Time
30
Night Time
20

10

0
Limit NQ-1 NQ-2 NQ-3 NQ-4 NQ-5

Figure 4.23: Noise Monitoring Result

4.5.2 Results
Noise monitoring reveals that the maximum & minimum noise levels at day time were recorded as 58.5
dB (A) at NQ1, & 55.8 dB (A) at NQ5 respectively. The maximum & minimum noise levels at night time
were respectively found to be 42.2 dB (A) at NQ1 & 39.6 dB (A) at NQ2. There are several other sources
in the 10 km radius of study area, which contributes to the local noise level of the area. Traffic activities
as well as activities in nearby villages and agricultural fields add to the ambient noise level of the area.
The detail of the traffic study is given in Chapter 2.

4.6 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

Biological diversity comprises the variability of genes, species and ecosystems and is very crucial for
maintaining the basic processes on which the life depends. Broadly it can be divided in to two types i.e.
the floral diversity and faunal diversity. Conservation of the biodiversity is essential for the sustainable
development as it not only provides the food, fodder and medicine but also contribute in improvement of
essential environmental attributes like air, water, soil, etc. Before starting any Environmental Impact
Assessment study, it is necessary to identify the baseline of relevant environmental parameters which are
likely to be affected as a result of operation of the proposed project. A similar approach has been adopted
for conducting the study on Biological Environment for this Project. Both terrestrial and aquatic
ecosystems have been studied to understand the biological environment.
4.6.1 Study Period and Methodology
Detailed survey was conducted to evaluate floral and faunal composition of the study area. Primary data
on floral and faunal composition was recorded during site visit and secondary data was collected from the
Forest department and published relevant literature. Inventory of flora and fauna has been prepared on the
basis of collected data.

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4.6.2 Field Study Period:

The ecological survey has been conducted for one season. All data were collected in pre-monsoon period
in order to reduce metrological biasness. The details are given as below:
Pre-monsoon : March 2018 to June 2018
Core zone : At the project site
Buffer zone : Around the project site in 10 km radius.
4.6.3 Methodology
Table 4.19: Mode of data collection & parameters considered during the survey

Aspect Data Mode of data collection Parameters Monitored

Terrestrial Primary data By conducting field survey Floral and Faunal

Ecology collection diversity

Secondary From authentic sources like Floral and Faunal

data Forests Department of fatehpur diversity and study of vegetation,
collection and available published literatures forest
type, importance etc.

Aquatic Primary data By conducting field survey Floral and Faunal

Ecology collection diversity

Secondary From authentic sources like Floral and Faunal

data Forests Department of fatehpur diversity and study of vegetation,
collection and available published literatures forest
type, importance etc.

Table 4.20: List of Villages for Baseline Study

S.No. Village Name S.No. Village Name
Fatehpur
1 Oti 23 Amli Kaur
2 Samatpur 24 Barethi Kalan
3 Umarpur 25 Benda
4 Duttauli 26 Jariya
5 Jaimini 27 Padarathpur
6 Gadhi 28 Bhawanipur
7 Satavra 29 Chhapar
8 Korra kanak 30 Macha
9 Mavaiya 31 Chilla
10 Saibsi 32 Gugauli
11 Chak Pigambarpur 33 Khajuri
12 Karhiya 34 Bhujrakh
13 Muttaur 35 Toliya
14 Ghaghaura 36 Lohari

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15 Jukra 37 Kalyanpur
16 Jajraha 38 Khaunda
17 Devgaon 39 Bhadauli
18 Fulurwa 40 Sadi Mandanpur
19 Lamheta 41 Sindhauli
Banda 42 Dohatara
20 Gaura 43 Tara
21 Jauharpur 44 Mata
22 Laumar 45 Bambiya

Table: 4.21: Mode of data collection & parameters considered during the survey

Aspect Data Mode of data collection Parameters monitored

Terrestrial Primary data By conducting field survey Floral and Faunal

Ecology collection diversity

Secondary data From authentic sources like Floral and Faunal

collection Forests Department of Fatehpur diversity and study of
and available published literatures vegetation, forest type,
importance etc.
Aquatic Primary data By conducting field survey Floral and Faunal
Ecology collection diversity

Secondary data From authentic sources like Floral and Faunal

collection Forests Department of Fatehpur diversity and study of
and available published literatures vegetation, forest type,
importance etc.

4.6.4 General Vegetation Study of the area:

Area supports moderately healthy vegetation, the main forest species are either along the Yamuna River
or along roadside. These plains support the species of Sisam, Arjuna, Kanji, Khair, Saagaun, Subabul,
Neem, Eucalyptus, Babul etc. Ground vegetation mainly consists of grasses and small shrubs. Useful
fodder grasses, Cynodon dactylon, Eleusine indica, Trifolium alexandrinum, etc. can be seen growing in
the area. The large weeds which infest uncultivated tracts are Aak (Calotropis procera), Castor (Ricinus
communis), Dhatura (Datura metel) and Thorn (Opuntia stricta). Other noxious weeds and those which
appear in crops are Pohli or Thistle (Carthamus oxyacantha), Shial Kanta (Argemone mexicana),
kandyari (Solanum xanthocarpum), Parthenium hysterophorus and Bhang (Cannabis sativa).

4.6.5 Flora of the Core zone:

The core zone comprises of Yamuna river bed, where mining operation is proposed. This area consists of
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weeds. No ecologically sensitive plant species has been reported from this area. Riparian vegetation is
found along the river side. In stagnant water growth of hydrophytes likes Hydrolea zeylanica, Ipomoea
carnea, Ludwigia adscendens, Sagittaria sagittifolia, Spilanthes paniculata, Typha latifolia, etc. can be
commonly observed.

4.6.6 Flora of the Buffer zone:

Buffer zone of the proposed project is mainly agricultural land. The Flora to buffer zone comprises of
plants growing on the agricultural land, village woodlots and trees planted along the roads. The tree
species observed in the area are, Aam (Mangifera indica), Jamun (Syzygium cumini), Bail (Aegle
marmelos), Bakain (Melia azedarach), Bargad (Ficus bengalensis), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Peepal
(Ficus religiosa), Popular (Populas dealtoides), Safeda (Eucalyptus umbelatus), Sisam (Dalbergia
sissoo), etc.
In agricultural waste land and along the road side, growth of weeds like Argemone mexicana, Cannabis
sativa, Cenchrus cilitaris, Heteropogon contortus, Lantana camara, Parthenium hysterosporus, etc. are
very common. These weeds are affecting the agricultural productivity of the region due to fast growth,
short life cycle and enormous production of seeds.

4.6.7 Waste land

Most of the areas nearby the Core zone are waste land. Commonly seen plant species in such areas are
Cannabis sativa, Lantana camara, Ipomea carnea, Calotropis procera, Cassia tora, Parthenium
hysterophorus, Ziziphus mauritiana, Heteropogon contortus, Argemone Mexicana, etc.
A list of flora of the study area is enclosed as Table.

Table 4.22: Flora of the Core Zone

S.No. Species Family Habit

1 Ageratum conyzoides Asteraceae Herb
2 Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae Herb
3 Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Shrub
4 Cannabis sativa Canabaceae Herb
5 Chenopodium album Chenopodiaceae Herb
6 Datura innoxia Solanaceae Shrub
7 Hydrolea zeylanica Hydrophylaceae Herb
8 Ipomoea carnea Convolvulaceae Shrub

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Figure 4.24: Flora of the Core Zone

Table 4.23: Flora of the Buffer zone

S.No. Species Family Habit
1 Alternanthera paronychioides Amaranthaceae Herb
2 Alternanthera pungens Amaranthaceae Herb
3 Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae Herb
4 Colocasia esculenta Araceae Herb
5 Ageratum conyzoides Asteraceae Herb
6 Grangea maderaspatana Asteraceae Herb
7 Parthenium hysterophorus Asteraceae Herb
8 Cassia tora Fabaceae Herb
9 Cannabis sativa Cannabaceae Herb
10 Chenopodium album Chenopodiaceae Herb
11 Argemone mexicana Chenopodiaceae Herb
12 Brachiaria ramosa Poaceae Herb
13 Cynodon dactylon Poaceae Herb

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14 Eleusine indica Poaceae Herb

15 Eragrostis tenella Poaceae Herb
16 Imperata cylindrica Poaceae Herb
17 Saccharum spontaneum Poaceae Herb
18 Physalis minima Solanaceae Herb
19 Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Herb
20 Cassia occidentalis Fabaceae Shrub
21 Croton bonplandianum Euphorbiaceae Shrub
22 Abutilon indicum Malvaceae Shrub
23 Bougainvillea spectabilis Nyctaginaceae Shrub
24 Ziziphus mauritiana Rhamnaceae Shrub
25 Datura innoxia Solanaceae Shrub
26 Solanum virginianum Solanaceae Shrub
27 Lantana camara Verbenaceae Shrub
28 Mangifera indica Anacardiaceae Tree
29 Polyalthia longifolia Annonaceae Tree
30 Ficus racemosa Moraceae Tree
31 Cassia fistula Fabaceae Tree
32 Ricinus communis Euphorbiaceae Tree
33 Albizia lebbeck Fabaceae Tree
34 Bauhinia acuminata Fabaceae Tree
35 Butea monosperma Fabaceae Tree
36 Dalbergia sissoo Fabaceae Tree
37 Bombax ceiba Malvaceae Tree
38 Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Tree
39 Melia azedarach Meliaceae Tree
40 Luecena leucocephala Fabaceae Tree
41 Bauhinia variegata Combretaceae Tree
42 Terminalia bellerica Combretaceae Tree
43 Terminalia chebula Combretaceae Tree
44 Morus alba Moraceae Tree
45 Delonix regia Fabaceae Tree
46 Holoptelea integrifolia Ulmaceae Tree

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Figure 4.25: Flora in the Study Area (Core & Buffer Zone)

Table 4.24: Crops grown in the study area

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name
1 Triticum aestivum Paddy
2 Sorghum Bicolor Jowar
3 Vigna radiata Moong
4 Cajanus cajan Arhar
5 Vigna mungo Urd
6 Triticum Wheat

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Figure 4.26: Crops grown in the study area

Table 4.25: Vegetables grown in the study area

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name

1 Brassica oleracea Cabbage
2 Solaunum melongena Brinjal
3 Capsicum annuum Chilli
4 Chaseolus vulgoris Bean
5 Lucopersicum esculentum Tomato
6 Spinacea oleracea Palak
7 Abelmoschus Lady’s finger
8 Solanum tuberosum Potato
9 Cucumis sativus Cucumber etc.
10 Coriandrum sativum Coriander
11 Alliumcepa Onion
12 Cocciniagrandis Kundru
13 Brassica oleracea Cauliflower

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Figure 4.27: Vegetables grown in the study area

Table 26: Fruit trees grown in the study area

S.No. Botanical Name Common Name
1 Mangferra Indica Mango
2 Citrus limon Lemon
3 Psidium guajava Guava
4 Ziziphus mauritiana Ber
5 Carica papaya Papaya
6 Syzygium cumini Jamun
7 Cucumis melo Muskmelon
8 Citrullus lanatus Watermelon

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Figure 4.28 Fruit trees grown in the study area

4.6.8 Wild life and avifauna of the study area:
The major part of the study area lies under agriculture field and human settlements which restrict the
wildlife habitat significantly. Not any wild mammalian species encountered during the field visit to study
area, while livestock of local people are significantly using the area. There are many rivulets present in
the buffer zone of study area which are the major attraction sites for avifauna. Common Myna,
Kingfisher, and Cormorant are some dominant bird species present in the study area. Any significant
migration pattern of birds in the study area has not been reported. As far as the reptile community was
concerned, rat snake and house lizard are reported from the study area. After a potential search, neither
any direct sighting nor the indirect evidences were found in whole study area. A list of wild fauna of the
study area has been prepared on the basis of local inquiry from the village people and from the available
published literatures. The conservation value at regional level of identified fauna was gathered from the
Wildlife protection Act, 1972 moreover, global conservation status of species was estimated from Red
data book of IUCN was used. No established habitats of any mammals or birds are noticed in river bed
and along the banks.

4.6.9 Mammals:
Area is not rich in wild mammals, but many domesticated mammal species are reported from buffer zone
during the field survey. Common grazing animals like buffalo, cow, goat etc. can be noticed in open grass
fields. Small mammals like Indian palm squirrel (Funambulus palmarum) and field mouse (Apodemus

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sylvaticus) are noticed in vicinity of village. Inquiry from village people regarding wild animals reveals
that Rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta), Indian hare (Lepus nigricollis), fruits bat (Pteropus
conspicillatus), Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus), etc. are often seen in the area.

4.6.10 Avifauna:
Water birds like White throated kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis), pied kingfisher (Ceryle rudis), Red
wattled lapwing, Cormorant etc are noticed. House crow (Corvus splendens), House sparrow (Passer
domesticus), Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis), Gracula religiosa), Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis
daurica), Hoopoe (Upupa epops ceylonensis) and Cormorant (Phalacrocorax fuscicollis) are of common
occurrence.

4.6.11 Reptiles:
The reptilians species commonly reported are Agama (Laudakia tuberculata) in settlement area, Garden
lizard (Calotes versicolor) and Eutropis macularia along shady places in agricultural field or where
growth of bushes is noticed. Among non-poisonous snakes rat snakes (Ptyas mucosus) are commonly
noticed in field, followed by poisonous snakes like Indian Cobra (Naja naja) are reported to be seen by
farmers.

4.6.12 Amphibian:
Amphibians are commonly found at the places along the margin of aquatic and terrestrial systems. Due to
presence of water bodies like river, nalas, etc. the study area is providing shelter to many amphibian
species. some of the commonly reported species are Bufo melanostictus (common Indian toad),
Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis (Indian skipper frog), and Hoplobatrachus tigerinus (Indian bull frog) etc.

4.6.13 Fish:
The fish species which are commonly found in the proposed site are Labio bata (Bhangan or Bata),
Gudusia chapara (Chappera or Palla), Labio rohita (Dumra or Dhambra), Notopterus (Pari or Battu),
Catla (Theila), Clarius batrachus (mangur), etc.
A list of Fauna of the study area is presented in Table 4.21 and Table 4.22
Table 4.27: Fauna of the Core Zone
S.No. Common Name Scientific Name Wildlife IUCN Red
schedule List Status
AVIFAUNA
1 Common Myna Acridotheres tristis IV LC
2 Indian Cormorant Phalacrocorax fuscicollis IV VU
3 House Crow Corvus splendens IV LC
4 Ashy Drongo Dicrurus leucophaeus IV LC
5 Koel Eudynamys scolopacea IV NA
6 Sparrow Passer domesticus IV LC
MAMMALS
1 Squirrel Funambulus pennant IV DD
2 Rat Rattus V LC
AMPHIBIANS

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1 Common Indian toad Duttaphrynus melanostictus IV NA

2 Indian skipper frog Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis IV NA
3 Indian bull frog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus IV NA
FISHES
1 Bhangan or Bata Labeo bata - NA
2 Chappera or Palla Gudusia chapara - DD
3 Dumra or Dhambra Labeo rohita - NA
4 Pari or Battu Notopterus - NA
5 mangur Clarius batrachus - NA
LC: Least Concern, VU: Vulnerable, NA: Not Assessed, DD: Data deficient.
Table 4.28: Fauna of the Buffer zone
S.No. Common Name Scientific Name Wildlife IUCN Red
schedule List Status
MAMMALS
1 Squirrel Macaca mulata IV LC
2 Rat Rattus IV VU
3 Wild boar Sus scrofa IV LC
4 Indian hare Lepus nigricollis IV LC
5 Porcupine Hystrix indica IV LC
6 Monkey Passer domesticus II LC
7 Fruit bat Rousettus leshenaulti IV LC
8 Five stripped palm Funambulus dennanti IV LC
squirrel
9 Comman langoor Presbytis entellus II LC
10 Common mongoose Herpestes edwardsi III LC
AVIFAUNA
1 Common Myna Funambulus pennant IV DD
2 King fisher Rattus V LC
3 Slate headed parakeet Psittacula himalayana IV LC
4 Blue Rock Pigeon Columba livia IV NA
5 House Crow Corvus splendens V NA
6 Cuckoo Cuculus canorus IV NA
7 House Sparrow Passer domesticus IV NA
8 Rose ringed Parakeet Psittacula krameri IV NA
9 Pond Heron Ardeola grayii IV NA
10 Common Babbler Turdoides caudatus IV NA
11 Red vented bulbul Pychnotus cafer IV LC
12 Lesser Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis IV LC
13 Koel Eudynamys scolopacea IV NA
14 Indian Cormorant Phalacrocorax fuscicollis IV VU
15 Jungle myna Aeridatheres fulcus IV LC
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS
1 Common Indian toad Duttaphrynus IV NA
melanostictus
2 Indian tree frog Polypedates maculatus IV DD
3 Indian bull frog Rana tigrina IV NA
4 Skipping frog Bufo stomaticus IV NA

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5 Garden lizard Calotes versicolor IV NA

6 House lizard Hemidactylus sp IV NA
7 Rat snakes Ptyas mucosa II NA
FISHES
1 Bhangan or Bata Labeo bata - NA
2 Chappera or Palla Gudusia chapara - DD
3 Dumra or Dhambra Labeo rohita - NA
4 Pari or Battu Notopterus - NA
5 Mangur Clarius batrachus - NA
LC: Least Concern, NA: Not Assessed, DD: Data deficient.

4.6.14 Plankton Study

Biotic communities of the in an inland water body consist of Phytoplankton (plant plankton) includes
minute photosynthetic cells and microscopic unicellular and multi cellular species of several phyla of true
algae, which are either solitary or colonial. Phytoplankton is autotrophs, containing photosynthetic
pigments. Most of the phytoplankton has a density greater than the water hence they tend to sink down.
Water turbulence combined with other factors such as shape, and physiological state, reduce the sinking
rate of non-motile organisms. Motile phytoplankton, like most of the dinoflagellat may actively swim to
compensate for sinking. Phytoplankton is of great ecological significance because they comprise the
major portion of primary producers for all the consumers such as zooplankton and fishes. Zooplankton
(animal plankton) includes a great variety of animals from single-celled protozoa to large invertebrates.
Among the zooplanktons crustaceans of phylum Arthropoda easily predominate, these include numerous
species within several categories. Zooplankton includes animals that are planktonic throughout their lives
as well as larvae of animals that grow up to be nekton or benthos.

Table 4.29: Plankton Community of Inland Water Bodies

Plankton Community Core Zone River Yamuna at River Yamuna at

(Yamuna (Upstream) (Downstream)
River)
Phytoplankton
Sub Phylum Chlorophyceae
Order: Chlorocococcale
Family: Scenedesmaceae
Scenedesmus sp. x x x
Ulothrix sp. x x 
Family: Hydrodictyacea
Hydrodictyon sp x x 
Pediastrum sp.   x
Order: Zygnematles
Family: Zygnemataceae
Spirogyra sp. x  x
Family : Desmidiaceae
Closterium sp. x  

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Cosmarium sp  x x
Phylum: Euglenophyta 
Order Euglenales 
Family Euglenaceae 
Phacus sp x  x
Euglena sp. x  x
Phylum: Chrysophyta 
Sub Phylum: 
Bacillariophyceae
Order: Centrales 
Melosira sp  x x
Order: Pennales 
Family: Fragilariaceae 
Fragilaria sp x x x
Synedra sp. x x x
Family: Naviculaceae
Navicula sp.   
Pinnularia sp x  
Zooplankton
Phylum Rotifera
Order : Ploima
Family : Brachionidae
Brachionus angularis x x 
Brachionus forficula   x
Nothalca sp.  x x
Keratella sp. x  
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class Brabchiopoda  
Order Cladocera  
Famliy Daphnidae  
Daphnia sp x x 
Bosmina sp.  x 
Class : Crustaceae  
Sub class Copepoda  
Order: Calanoida  
Family: Diaptominae  
Neodiaptomus sp.   
Order: Cyclopoida  
Family: Cyclopidae  
Sub family: Eucyclopinae  

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Cyclops sp. x x 
Eucyclops sp. x x x
Ectocyclops sp. x x 
PCI 0 0 0
Indicates presence; x Indicates absence

4.15 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

The land for mining lease area is mostly barren land therefore there are no issues involved like land
acquisition, displacement, compensation, resettlement & rehabilitation. Baseline data such as
demographic pattern, occupational status, educational, health and other amenities as existing in the study
area have been studied as described in Chapter 7. The study of these parameters helps in identifying
predicting and evaluating the likely impacts due to project activity in the surrounding region.

4.16 CONCLUSION
The current study reveals that the study area has most of agriculture land and vegetable corps. The
ecology and biodiversity patterns reveal that the most part is covered by vegetable crops only in the
winter and summer season and during the monsoon there is no vegetable or major crops grown in this
area due to over flow of Yamuna River. Some of the sighted fauna was given protection by the Indian
Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 by including them in different schedules. Among the birds in the study
area, Pea fowl (Pavo cristatus) is included in schedule I of Wild life protection Act (1972), while many
other birds are included in schedule IV. Among mammals; Common Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsi) and
Monkey are a schedule –II animals.

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S. No. CONTENTS Page No.

CHAPTER- 5: ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND MITIGATION
MEASURES 5/1 – 5/9
5.0 GENERAL

5.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT

5.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT

5.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT

5.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

5.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

5.6 SOCIO- ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

5.7 IMPACT MATRIX

5.8 STATUTORY REQUIRMENTS

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CHAPTER 5

ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND MITIGATION MEASURES

5.0 GENERAL

All development projects whether new, under modernization or renovation, do have an impact on the
natural set up of the environment. This impact may be beneficial or adverse, depending on the
improvement or the deterioration it brings about change in the status of air, water, land, ecology, natural
systems, socio-cultural life styles and economics of the population. Depending on the nature of activities
and baseline environment status, the impacts are assessed for their importance. On the basis of the impact
analysis, the mitigating action and future monitoring requirement are focused in the Environmental
Management plan for countering or minimizing the impacts. Therefore, it is essential to assess the
impacts of mining on different environmental parameters, before starting the mining operations, so that
abatement measures could be planned in advance for eco-friendly mining in the area. The likely impacts
on different environmental parameters due to this mining project are discussed below.

The environmental components that are likely to be influenced or modified by the continuation of project
activities are:
• Land use
 Air Environment,
• Noise Environment,
• Water Environment,
• Flora and fauna,
• Socio-economic status of the area

5.1 LAND ENVIRONMENT

5.1.1 Source

The river bed mining does not involve any overburden/ waste. Thus, no waste dump sites are needed.
Main aspects are excavation, loading & transportation activities.
The mining and allied activities involved in river bed mining are creation of temporary haul roads /
transportation track and formation of mined pits inside river, etc. The scientific mining i.e. systematic
removal of sand will not cause bed degradation and will not affect aquatic environment.

1.1.2 Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures

Table 5.1: Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures
Impact Mitigation Measures
 Undercutting and collapse of river banks.  Undercutting and collapse of river banks
 Loss of adjacent land and/or structures. will be avoided as adequate safety distance
 Upstream erosion as a result of an increase will be left from banks and stream which
in channel slope and changes in flow will also protect loss of adjacent land

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velocity. and/or structures.

 Downstream erosion due to increased  Upstream and downstream erosion due to
carrying capacity of the stream. increased carrying capacity of the stream,
 Downstream changes in patterns of downstream changes in patterns of
deposition. deposition and changes in channel bed and
 Changes in channel bed and habitat type. habitat type will be avoided as no instream
mining is done.
 Since the project is mainly for sand
excavation (soil deficient), no loss of top
soil is involved /anticipated.
 The River Bed Mining activity will be
done manually/semi-mechanized which
will avoid adverse effects associated with
heavy machinery / equipments / their
functioning.
 Sand mining will be restricted down to 3.0
m below ground level or above the ground
water table whichever comes first.
 The River Bed Mining will be done in
unsaturated zone, thus minimizing loss to
habitat.
 Dredging will not be done.
 Quantities will be strictly limited so that
sand accumulation rates are sufficient. For
this, post project monitoring will be done
and if sedimentation is not observed,
quantity will be reduced.

5.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT

5.2.1 Source

 Dry bed mining;

 No intersection of water table;
 No discharge in the river;

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Figure 5.1 Diagrammatic Representations of River Bed Level And Level of Water Table of
Proposed Mining Site

5.3.2 Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures

Table 5.2: Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures
Impact Prediction Mitigation Measures
 Flow pattern might be Changed due  No diversion is proposed. There will not be any
to river bed Mining. adverse impact on flow pattern, surface hydrology
 Mining activities depth will be and ground water regime.
increased, which may result in  Mining activities will be restricted to 3.0m depth,
increase of Flow velocity. which will not cause much change in flow pattern
of the river.
 There will be no change in surface water quality as
river is seasonal.
 Change in surface water Quality and  Ground water quality will not be affected due to
ground water Quality. mining activities as it is restricted to 3.0m depth
and the water level is 15 m bgl below the surface
of river bed.
 The mining will not be allowed below the water
table.
 Regular monitoring of water samples will be done
as precautionary measures.

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 Portable Bio-toilets will be used; hence no

 Waste water discharge sewage / liquid effluent will be generated and
contamination is also not expected due to
percolation.

5.3 AIR ENVIRONMENT

5.3.1 Source

Air pollution from this project mainly occurs due to transportation of sand to sand depots. Vehicular
exhaust from dumpers ferrying sand is another reason for air pollution. These exhausts contain CO, SO 2,
NOX and small quantities of un-burnt fuel apart from some heavy metals like lead, nickel and arsenic. Air
pollution due to sand transportation can be controlled to a great extent by regular sprinkling on roads by
mobile water sprinklers. Dumpers employed for sand transportation require good maintenance. Several
such provisions have been made in the report to contain the air pollution within the stipulated standards.

5.3.2 Anticipated Impacts

Sand/Morrum mining is carried out by opencast semi- mechanized method. The air borne particulate
matter generated by ore loading operations, and transportation of ore is the main air pollutant. Prediction
of impacts on air environment has been carried out taking into consideration proposed production and net
increase in emissions.
Transportation of ore from mining benches to tipper platform, movement of trippers on the haul road is
considered as line sources. Water tankers with spraying arrangement will be used for regular water
sprinkling on the haul roads to ensure effective dust suppression. The tippers are well maintained so that
exhaust smoke does not contribute abnormal values of noxious gases and un-burnt hydrocarbons. In order
to assess the impact due to sand/Morrum production of 53, 44, 50 m3 on air environment.

5.3.2.1 Emissions Details

Loading and transportation of sand, wind erosion of the exposed area and movement of light vehicles will
be the main polluting source in the proposed mining activities releasing Particulate Matter (PM10)
affecting Ambient Air of the area. Emission during Loading was calculated by the area sources.
Transportation of the sand/morrum by 18 nos. of trucks operated per hour on the haul road was calculated
by the area source which was combination of line sources with each truck loaded with ore transported
over the haul road of the mining area. It was assumed that truck will carry 20 Tonnes of sand. Details of
emission during loading and transportation on the haul road, wind erosion of the exposed area and road
maintenance were discussed and combined impact was predicted in the worst case scenario under worst
meteorological condition given as follows:

5.3.2.2 Loading - US EPA, 2008, revision of emission factor for AP- 42 was used to calculate emission
of particulate matter released into the atmosphere during loading. Average wind speed was 2.48 m/s as
observed with site data with calm conditions 14.09 % as shown in wind rose and discussion of local
meteorology of the area.
Emission of PM10 during sand loading was calculated and found to be 2.4 x 10-8 g/s/m2.

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5.3.2.3 Haul Road - US EPA, 2006, revision of emission factor for AP-42 was used to calculate emission
of particulate matter released into the atmosphere during transportation of sand and over burden by 18
trucks operated per hour on haul road. Emission of PM10 due to transportation of ores on haul road was
0.79 x 10-6 g/s/m2 based on assumption that silt content spread on road surface was 6%, and efficiency of
PM10 emission control 90%. Truck will be fully covered with tarpaulin material and emission of PM 10
during on the haul road will be insignificant. Based on the above consideration that there was low
emission of PM10 during transportation of ore, emission of PM10 of the exposed area due to wind
erosion and movement of light vehicles on the road were not considered and combined with mining
activities. US EPA based Dispersion ISCST-3 model was used for prediction of impact with 1-h
meteorological data of the study period for the assessment of GLC. Emission value in each case was
discussed as above is given in Table given below.

Table 5.3.b: Emission Factors

Source type Pollutants Emission (g/s/m2)
Ore Loading 2.4 x 10-8
Haul Road 0.79x 10-6

5.3.2.4 Meteorological Data

The meteorological data recorded at hourly interval during the month of Mar'18 to May’18 on wind speed
2.48 m/s, wind direction, dry & wet bulb temperature, humidity, cloud cover and rainfall was processed to
extract hourly mean meteorological data as per the guidelines of CPCB/MoEF for prediction of impacts
from the area source. Stability was computed by Turner’s method and mixing height was obtained from
publication of IMD “Atlas of Hourly Mixing Height in India, 2008.
Data recorded from authorized source/Govt. agency were used as meteorological input for Dispersion
Model which was stored in the computer for further analysis and interpretation to study the local
meteorology of the study area. It was observed that westerly & north westerly was pre-dominant wind
during summer as shown in wind rose (Figure 5.2) with low wind speed and 14.09 % calm condition was
observed during study period at the site. Average wind speed was 2.48 m/s. Impact of the pollutants was
anticipated in east sector under influence of westerly & north westerly winds. Ambient air quality
locations were selected based on the long term wind rose pattern of the area. Ambient air quality sampling
locations were finalized to study the baseline status around the proposed site and to study impact at
various locations. 24-h maximum impact of PM10 was envisaged in east direction at very short distance
from the site due to moderate to low wind speed.

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Figure 5.2: Wind Rose Diagram

Pollutants were dispersed from the proposed source under influence of local meteorology and dispersed
on the ground in downwind direction close (~100 m) to the source under influence of moderate to low
wind speed. High temperature and low humidity were observed at site with high temperature in day hours
and low during night.

5.3.2.5 Frame work of Computation & Model details

By using the above-mentioned inputs, ground level concentrations due to the mining activities have been
estimated to know the incremental rise in ambient air quality and impact in the study area. The effect of
air pollutants upon receptors are influenced by concentration of pollutants and their dispersion in the
atmosphere. Air quality modeling is an important tool for prediction, planning and evaluation of air
pollution control activities besides identifying the requirements for emission control to meet the
regulatory standards and to apply mitigation measures to reduce impact caused by mining activities.
PM10 was the major pollutant occurred during mining activities. Impact of area source emission was
considered and prediction of impact was made on various monitoring locations in the study area due to i)
loading and ii) transportation of vehicles on the haul road in the mining area. Impact was predicted in the
worst case scenario due to combined impact of loading and emission due to transportation of vehicles on
sand mine on haul road of mining area.

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Impact was predicted over the distance of 10,000 m around the source in grids of 200m respectively in
Cartesian coordinates(X, Y) to assess the impact at each receptor separately at the various locations and
maximum incremental GLC value at the project site. Maximum impact of PM 10 was observed close to the
source due to low to moderate wind speeds. Incremental value of PM10 was superimposed on the base line
data monitored at the proposed site to predict total GLC of PM10 due to combined impacts.

5.3.2.6 Model Results

The Air Quality Impact Prediction has been done by using “Industrial Source Complex Short Term
version 3 (ISCST3), of USEPA”. The main sources of air pollution with regard to the proposed project for
the purpose of estimation of increase in PM10 are identified due to –

(i) Loading of ore

(ii) Transportation of ore by trucks on the Haul roads from mining benches

Table-5.3c Impact of PM10 due to combined impact of Loading - Unloading and Transportation of
ore by trucks on the haul road of the mining lease area of 35.63 Ha.
Locations Locations Code & Background value Incremental Total Predicted
Distance w.r.t. site. (Max) in µg/m3 GLC in µg/m3 GLC in µg/m3

Mine site AQ-1 Centre 83.45 7.0 90.45

National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) 100

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Figure 5.3: Iso-pleth of PM10 is 7.0 µg/m3 occurred near the project site at 10000 m x10000 m grid
network during i) loading and ii) transportation of ore over the haul road of the mining
area with average wind speed of 2.48 m/s and Calm conditions 14.09%.

5.3.2.7 Discussion of Results and Conclusion

ISCST3 - Model was used for prediction of impact of PM10 during conditions i) Loading and ii)
transportation of ore by trucks on Haul road by using area source model to predict GLC of PM 10 during
these conditions. Total predicted 24-h maximum GLC of PM10 at project site i.e loading and
transportation was 90.45µg/m3 occurred at the project site after superposition of base-line value 83.45
µg/m3 over the incremental 7.0 µg/m3 due to combined impact of loading and transportation over the haul
road. Meteorological data under worst case scenario providing 24-h maximum average GLC was
discussed and given in Table 2 westerly and north westerly were dominant.

5.3.3 Mitigation measures

The air pollution sources are loading of sand and road transport network of the trucks/dumpers. The dust
suppression measures like the following will be resorted:
 Water sprinkling will be done on the roads regularly. This will reduce dust emission further by 75%.
 Care will be taken to prevent spillage by covering the carrying vehicles with tarpaulin and sprinkling
of water, if dry.
 Dust mask shall be provided to the workers engaged at dust generation points like excavations and
loading points.

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 Fortnightly scraping of road in order to keep the roads almost leveled. This will ensure smooth flow of
vehicles and also prevent spillage.
 Overloading will be kept under check by giving prior awareness.
 Proper Tuning of vehicles to keep the gas emissions under check.
 Plantation of trees along the roads to help reduce the impact of dust in the nearby villages.

5.4 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

5.4.1 Source

Main noise generating sources are operation of mining equipments and movements of vehicles.
Transportation activities are the main source of noise production.

5.4.2 Anticipated Impacts:

 Mental disturbance, stress & impaired hearing.
 Decrease in speech reception & communication.
 Distraction and diminished concentration affecting job performance efficiency.

5.4.3 Mitigation measures

i. On-site
 Well maintained vehicle will be used which will reduced the noise level.
 Plantation: Plantation of trees along the road will be done to dampen the noise, if possible.
 Hearing Protection: No hearing protection is generally needed for River Bed Mining projects.
ii. Off-site
The following measures have been envisaged to reduce the impact from the transportation of
minerals:
 The vehicles will be maintained in good running condition so that noise will be reduced to
minimum possible level.
 In addition, truck drivers will be instructed to make minimum use of horns in the village area and
sensitive zones.
 No such machinery is used for mining which will create noise to have ill effects.
 Awareness will be imparted to the workers about the permissible noise levels & maximum
exposure to those levels.
 Where ever space is made available by the authorities’ plantation will be done and also post
plantation care will be provided.
5.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Mining which leads to the removal of channel substrate, re-suspension of streambed sediment and
stockpiling on the streambed, will have ecological impacts. These impacts may have an effect on the
direct loss of stream reserve habitat, disturbances of species attached to streambed deposits, reduced light
penetration, reduced primary production, and reduced feeding opportunities. Sand mining generates
additional traffic, which negatively impairs the environment.

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Table 5.3: Anticipated impact and mitigation measures for biological environment

Impact Predicted Suggestive measure

 Noise produced due to vehicular movement for

carrying River bed materials will be within
Disturbance to free movement / living of permissible noise limit. Higher noise level in the
wild fauna viz. Birds, Reptiles etc. area may lead to restlessness and failure in
detection of calls of mates and young ones;
 Care will be taken not to hunt animals / birds by
laborers;
 If wild animals/birds are noticed crossing the
core zone, they will not be disturbed at all;
 Laborers will not be allowed to discard food,
polythene waste etc., which can attract
animals/birds near the core site;
 Only low polluting vehicles having PUC will be
allowed for carrying mining materials.
Disturbance of riparian ecosystem/  The riparian ecosystem will not be destroyed by
wetlands the mine owners/workers. Mining will be carried
out on the dry river bed area and the river water
channel will not be disturbed at all.
Impact on Agriculture  There will be no impact on the Agriculture due to
low ground level concentration of dust predicted
from project. Dust generated will be suppressed
during mining operation at mining site as well as
during transportation by sprinkling

Impact on land use and vegetation  There will be no conversion of Forest land. There
will be no impact on the vegetation due to low
ground level concentration of dust predicted
from project. Dust generated will be suppressed
during mining operation at mining site as well as
during transportation.

5.5.1 Ecological Impacts

Mining leads to the removal of channel substrate, re-suspension of streambed sediment and stockpiling on
the streambed, will have ecological impacts. These impacts may have an effect on the direct loss of
stream reserve habitat, disturbances of species attached to streambed deposits, reduced light penetration,
reduced primary production, and reduced feeding opportunities. Dry bed mining may affect benthic
organisms to some extent due to damage to their habitat. Plantation will improve both flora and fauna.

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5.5.2 Anticipated Impacts:

 Excessive and unscientific riverbed sand mining results in the destruction of aquatic and riparian
habitat through large changes in the channel morphology.
 Access roads crossing the riparian areas will have impact on the species disturbing the ecosystem.
 Mining may drive away the wild life from their habitat, and significantly affect wildlife and
nearby residents.
 Diminution of the quality and quantity of habitat essential for aquatic and riparian species.
 Reduction in the yield of agriculture due to deposition of dust on the leaves, etc. of the crops.
 Fragmentation of wildlife habitat and blocking of migratory paths/corridors. Isolation may lead to
local decline of species, or genetic.
 Mining on the streambed, braided flow or subsurface inter-sand flow may hinder the movement
of fishes between pools.

5.5.3 Mitigation measures

As the proposed mining will be carried out in a scientific manner and not in stream as mentioned before,
not much significant impact is anticipated, however, the following mitigation measures will be taken to
further minimize it:

 No mining will be carried out during the monsoon season to minimize impact on aquatic life
which is mainly breeding season for many of the species.
 As the mining site has no vegetation, no clearance of vegetation will be done.
 Prior to closure of mining operations / during the rainy season the eroded bank will be restored /
reclaimed to minimize negative impacts on aquatic habitats.
 Haul roads will be sprinkled with water which would reduce the dust emission, thus avoiding
damage to the crops.
 Mining will be carried out on the dry part of the lease area to avoid disturbance to the aquatic
habitat and movement of fish species.
 No discard of food, polythene waste etc will be allowed in the lease area which would
distract/attract the wildlife.
 No night time mining will be allowed which may catch the attention of wild life
 Workers will be made aware of the importance of the wildlife and signage will be displayed at the
sensitive areas to caution the workers & other passerby.
 Access roads will not encroach into the riparian zones and if any riparian vegetation cleared off
for the mining activity will be restored at the end of closure of mine.

5.6 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Occupational health and safety (OHS) is a cross disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety,
health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment

5.6.1 Anticipated Occupational & Safety Hazards

• Musculoskeletal disorder
• Noise Induced Hearing Losses
• The Health impact due to diesel particulates from emission of diesel operated vehicles and equipment

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• Physical Activity
• Silicosis due to sand/Bajri mining
• Dehydration
• Skin Disorder
• Dust Exposure

Table 5.4: Anticipated Impact and Mitigation Measures for Biological Environment

Impact Predicted Suggestive measure

Heat and Light  The mine site will have adequate drinking water supply so that workers do not
get dehydration.
 Light weight and loose fitting clothes having light colors will be preferred to
wear.
 Rigorous exercise and more physical activities will be avoided in hot weather.
Noise  Noise exposure measurements will be taken to determine the need for noise
control strategies.
 The personal protective equipment will be provided for each mine workers.
 Supervisor will be instructed for reporting any problems with hearing
protectors or noise control equipment.
 At noisy working activity, exposure time will be minimized. Machineries will
be labeled with noise levels.
Respiratory  PPE like face mask etc. will be provided during mining activity.
 Periodic medical examinations will be provided for all workers.
 Awareness program will be organized for workers.

5.7 SOCIO- ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

Social Impact Assessment is carried out separately but concurrently with Environment Impact
Assessment (EIA). It focuses the effect of the project on social and economic wellbeing of the
community.

5.7.1 Impact on resources of the village community

The project activities will not have any adverse impacts on any of the common property resources of the
village communities, as the sand mine lease area is not being used for any purpose by any section of the
society in this region. There is no R&R & land acquisition involvement in this project. There is no impact
of mining on local residents of the area as habitation is away from the applied lease area. The maximum
persons will be employed form nearby villages. The applicant after become lessee will help in
maintenance of more than 2 km village kaccha road, making it motorable haul road. The lessee will
provide maximum assistant to local body on their request. The lessee will develop the plantation along the
roads. The lessee will contribute some fund from the income and the fund will use for the environmental
& social development of the people by the implementation of the proposed activities taken as corporate
responsibility towards environment.

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5.7.2 Impact on Demographic Composition

The proposed project will hardly make any difference in the demographic composition of the study area
as the additional employment it envisages to create will be met locally to the maximum extent. Hence, the
chances of im-migration of people from outside the study area are remote. Accordingly, there will be no
variation in the total population of the study area including that of sex ratio, when the mine starts
operating.

5.7 .3 Impact on Employment

The proposed project will provide employment to the local people. It has been estimated that 93 people
will get direct employment in this mining project. It is a positive impact of the project since it is providing
employment opportunities to the local people.

5.7.4 Impact on Health

There are no chances of occurring diseases, due to manual mining of sand. Sand is non-toxic. However,
sand using activities such as sand blasting require precautions since it create respiratory problems among
mine workers. Excessive inhalation of sand is a serious health concern. To avoid respiratory problem
from sand necessary protection will be taken.

5.7.5 Mitigation Measures

The following mitigation measures for anticipated impacts will be taken to solve the problems/points
raised during the mining project activity.

Table 5.4: Impact and Mitigation Measures

S.No. Impact Mitigation Measure
1 Due to mining and transportation of sand will generate the Positive Impact
small shops, dhabas, garage, and restaurant, vegetable shops
etc. along the road and generate direct employment.
2 Mining activity will generate direct employment by Positive impact
recruiting 93 people which will be employed locally and
preference will be given to local people.
3 Extraction from river banks and beds and the resultant Dust mask will be
generation of fugitive dust cause workers of the mine to provided to the
suffer from occupational hazards like skin allergies, eye workers engaged at
and respiratory problems etc. dust generation points
like excavation and
loading Points.

Regular water sprinkling

on unpaved roads to
avoid dust generation
A scheduled Health

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checkup of the workers

will be carried out.
4 Further, the deep pits created in the channel also can The mined out area in
contribute to an increase in accidents in the working river bed block will be
environment. reclaimed naturally every
This creates serious threat to residents in the area who year.
depend on river water for their domestic purposes. The mining is planned in
pre and post monsoon
seasons only so that the
excavated area will be
replenished naturally
during the Subsequent
rainy season for the river
bed mining block

5.8 IMPACT MATRIX:

Any development project has some environmental impact – either adverse or beneficial. It is necessary to
reduce adverse impacts and increase beneficial impacts. Therefore, it is necessary to first identify them to
the extent possible. In this project, the identification of impact has been performed by using matrix for
Qualitative as well as Quantitative impacts. The qualitative matrix identifies significant impacts for which
detailed predictions and mitigation plans are needed. The quantitative matrix compares two scenarios –
one with scientific mining (both with and without EMP) and the other with unscientific mining that is
mining without complying with statutory guidelines and standards.
5.8.1 Overall Qualitative and Quantitative Impact Matrix

Table 5.5: Qualitative Matrix

Items Nature of Likely Impacts

Adverse Beneficial
ST LT R IR L ST LT SI N
Air Quality √ √ √
Surface Water Quality √ √
Ground Water * * * * * * * * *
Land Environment √ √ √ √ √
Noise √ √ √ √ √
Soil * * * * * * * * *
Flora & Fauna √ √ √ √ √
Agriculture √ √ √
Socio Economic √ √
ST: Short Term LT: Long Term R: Reversible IR: Irreversible
L: Local SI: Significant N: Neutral *: Negligible

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5.10 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

It is accepted that effective resource management cannot be done in isolation. The Department therefore
vigorously pursues approaches towards coordination and integration where possible, so as to lead to
coordinated regulatory systems. A regulatory system consists of both statutory and non-statutory
components. In the Sectoral-specific strategy for prospecting and mining, the Department participates
within an integrated environmental management system which is administered in terms of the Acts and
Rules.

 The Mines Act, 1952 

 The Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
 Mines Rules, 1955
 Mineral Concession Rules, 1960
 Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988
 State Minor Mineral Concession Rules, U.P., 1963
 The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
 The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
 The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
 The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
 The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
 Sustainable Sand Mining Management Guideline, 2016

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ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

S. No. CONTENTS Page No.

CHAPTER-6: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME 6/1 – 6/6
6.0 INTRODUCTION
6.1 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
6.2 ENVIRONMENT MONITORING CELL: HIERARCHY
6.3 SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
6.4 LOCATIONS OF MONITORING STATIONS
6.5 MONITORING SCHEDULE
6.6 POST PROJECT MONITORING PLAN
6.7 REPORTING SCHEDULES OF THE REPORTING DATA
6.8 BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR MONITORING
6.9 ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
6.10 CONCLUSION
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CHAPTER 6

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

6.0. INTRODUCTION
Regular monitoring of the various environmental parameters is necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of
the management Programme so that the necessary corrective measures can be taken in case there are some
drawbacks in the proposed Programme. Since environmental quality parameters at work zone and
surrounding area are important for maintaining sound operating practices of the project in conformity
with environmental regulations, the post project monitoring work forms part of Environmental
Monitoring Program. Environmental Monitoring Program will be implemented once the project activity
commences.
Environmental Monitoring Program includes:
(i) Environmental surveillance
(ii) Analysis and interpretation of data
(iii) Preparation of reports to support environmental management system and
(iv) Organizational set up responsible for the implementation of the Programme.

6.1. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

Environmental Monitoring will be taken up for various environmental components as per conditions
stipulated in Environmental Clearance Letter issued by MoEF&CC. Compliance of same will be
submitted to respective authorities on regular basis

In order to maintain the environmental quality within the stipulated standards, regular monitoring of
various environmental components is necessary which will complied as per conditions. For this the lessee
M/s. Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd. has taken decision to formulate an Environment Policy of the mine
and constitute an Environmental Management Cell and committed to operate the proposed mine with the
objectives mentioned in approved Environment Policy. The system of reporting of Non-conformances
/violation of any Environmental Law/Policy will be as per quality management system. The internal audit
will be conducted on periodic basis and any Non-conformances/violation to Environmental Law/Policy
will be closed and discussed during Management Review Meetings of board of directors/partners.

6.2. ENVIRONMENT MONITORING CELL: HIERARCHY

Environmental monitoring cell will be established for monitoring of important and crucial environmental
parameters which are of immense importance to assess the status of environment during sand mine
operation.
In order to have a permanent organizational set up charged with the task of ensuring its effective
implementation of mitigation measures and to conduct environmental monitoring. In this effect, M/s
Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd will assign responsibilities to officers from various disciplines to co-
ordinate the activities concerned with management and implementation of environment control measures.
An Organ gram of Environment management system is shown in figure No 6.1.

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6.2.1 The responsibilities of the EMC include the following:

• Environmental Monitoring of the surrounding area
• Developing the green belt/Plantation
• Ensuring minimal use of water
• Proper implementation of pollution control measures
• Access the risk area
 Mounting the proposed attributes benefitting the surrounding habitation taken as a part of
corporate responsibility

Figure 6.1: Organizational Structure of Environmental Management Cell:

With respective roles

6.3. SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM

Environmental monitoring program includes periodic analysis of air, soil, noise and water, samples.
Environmental monitoring will be conducted on regular basis to assess the pollution level in the mining
lease area as well in the surrounding areas. Therefore, regular monitoring program of the environmental
parameters is essential to take into account the changes in the environment.
The key aims of environmental monitoring are:

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• To ensure that results/ conditions are as forecast during the planning stage, and where they
are not, to pinpoint the cause and implement action to remedy the situation.
• To verify the evaluations made during the planning process, in particular with risk and impact
assessments and standards and target setting and to measure operational and process efficiency.
• Monitoring will also be required to meet compliance with statutory and corporate requirements.
Finally, monitoring results provide the basis for auditing, i.e. to identify unexpected changes.
• To identify the state of pollution within the mining lease area.
• To verify the result of the impact assessment study in particular with regards to new
developments.
• Generate data for predictive or corrective purpose in respect of pollution.
• To assess and monitor the environmental impacts

6.4. LOCATIONS OF MONITORING STATIONS

The location of the monitoring stations was selected on the basis of prevailing micro meteorological
conditions of the area like; wind direction and wind speed, relative humidity, temperature. Locations for
the post project monitoring shall be as under.

Table 6.1: Locations of Monitoring Stations

S. No. Description Location

1 Ambient Air Quality Lease area, Villages in downwind direction from the Lease
Boundary
2 Noise Level Monitoring Lease Boundary, High noise generating areas within the lease
boundary
3 Water Level and Quality Nearby Surface and Ground water sources from villages

4 Soil Quality Lease area and Villages within study area.

6.5. MONITORING SCHEDULE

Regular Monitoring of all the environmental parameters viz., air, water, noise and soil as per the
formulated program based on CPCB and MoEF&CC guidelines will be carried out every year in order to
detect any changes from the baseline status.

Table 6.2: Monitoring Schedule & Parameters

S.No. Attributes Parameters for monitoring Frequency Locations
1. Meteorology Wind speed, Wind direction, Minimum 1 site in Regularly in one
Dry bulb temperature, the project impact season by Weather
Wet bulb temperature, area Monitoring Station
Relative humidity, Rainfall
2. Ambient Air PM 10, PM 2.5, SO2, NOx, Free As per CPCB/ One location in
Silica MoEF&CC down wind direction
requirement i.e. 24 /impact zone (core

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hourly monitoring Zone) & four

for one month in locations in Buffer
each season except zone.
monsoon.
3. Noise Noise level at Day and Night – Periodic/ As per One location in core
Leq dB (A) CPCB norms Zone (Mine
Day Time: Leq (6.00 AM to Boundary) &
10.00 PM) High noise
Night Time: Leq (10.00 PM) To generating areas
6.00 AM) within buffer Zone
4. Water Quality TDS, Total Hardness, Calcium Diurnal and Set of grab samples
& Surface hardness, Magnesium hardness, Season wise during pre and post-
Water Quality Chloride, Fluoride, Sulphate, monsoon for ground
Nitrates, pH ,Alkalinity, Iron, As per IS and surface water
Odour, Zinc, Cyanide, Taste, 10500-2012 for 10 km distance.
Copper & Microbiological
Parameter As per IS 10500:2012
5. Soil quality pH, Bulk Density, Soil texture, Yearly 5 location in the
Monitoring Nitrogen, Available Phosphorus, Project impact area
Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium,
Sodium, Electrical Conductivity,
Organic Matter, Chloride
6. Socioeconomic  Demographic structure Yearly Socio -economic
Status  Infrastructure resource survey is based on
base proportionate,
 Economic resource base stratified and
 Health status: Morbidity random sampling
pattern method.
 Cultural and aesthetic
attributes Secondary data from
 Education census records,
statistical hard
books, topo-sheets,
health records and
relevant official
records available
with Govt. agencies.
7. Ecological  Green Belt Development Yearly Survey
Impact  Conservation of Wild
Life Secondary data from
statistical hard
books, toposheets
and relevant official
records available
with Govt. agencies

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6.6. POST PROJECT MONITORING PLAN

Environmental monitoring and analysis will be carried on air, water and soil testing as per the formulated
Programme in order to ensure no severe impact on the surrounding.

6.7 REPORTING SCHEDULES OF THE REPORTING DATA

It is proposed that voluntary reporting of environmental performance with reference to the EMP will be
undertaken.

The Environmental Monitoring Cell will co-ordinate all monitoring programs at site and data thus
generated will be regularly furnished to the State regulatory agencies. The frequency of reporting will be
on six monthly basis/ as per norms to the office of State Pollution Control Board and to the Regional
Office of MoEF&CC. The Environmental Audit reports will be prepared for the entire year of operations
and will be regularly submitted to regulatory authorities as per EC conditions

6.8. BUDGET ALLOCATION FOR MONITORING

The cost of the project is 182 Lakhs and a budget for monitoring of Air, water, Noise and Soil in EMP
will be Rs. 20.00 Lakhs to be incurred by the project proponent for undertaking pollution prevention
measures during the mining activity. Also the as per CSR the proponent will invest 3.5 lakhs (2% of the
total Project Cost) on the implementation of proposed attributes which will be finalized on need base
survey near the site i.e. activities taken as a part of corporate responsibility. The detail of the budget
allotted for monitoring and CSR activities are given in Chapter-9 Environment Management Plan.

Table 6.3: Budget Allocation for Environment Protection & Environment Management
Break-up of Expenditure on Environment Monitoring Programme (In lakhs)

Air Quality: Twice in week

a) Monitoring in the vicinity of
1 the mine 5.0
b) Monitoring in the vicinity of
the transportation network
Water Quality: Half Yearly
2 a) Surface Water quality 4.5
b) Groundwater around the site
Half Yearly
3 Ambient Noise Level 1.0

Half Yearly
4 Soil Quality 3.0

Socio-economic condition of Once in Two year

5 2.0
local, population, physical survey
Inventory of Flora& Fauna (Bio -
6 1.5
diversity Survey)

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Man power cost for environmental -

7 3.0
cell
Total (B) Environmental Monitoring Cost 20.0

6.9. ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Project Proponent is committed to providing a quality service in a manner that ensure a safe and healthy
workplace for employees and minimize potential impact i.e air, water, soil, noise on the environment.
They will operate in compliance with all relevant environmental legislation and strive to use pollution
prevention and environmental best practices. The lessee will:-

 Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations at all time; at all locations and at all
stages of exploration, development, operations and reclamation.
 Incorporate sound environmental management practices in all our activities.
 Conduct our operation in an environmentally responsible manner to comply with applicable legal
and other requirement related to its environmental aspect and endeavor to go beyond.
 Strive for continual improvement in our environmental performance by measuring progress,
taking corrective actions and communicating all information to concerned authorities under the
guidance of NABET Accredited consultants.
 To encourage green belt development for the areas allotted in nearby areas of the mine lease.
 Data analysis from NABL accredited lab for its authentication.
 Ensure that all employees and contractors are aware of their environmental responsibilities and
create an environment that adheres to the Company’s Policies, procedures and applicable
regulations.
 Encourage our business associates to adopt similar approach for environmental protection

6.10 CONCLUSION
Post Environmental monitoring is an essential step in the EIA process if the predicted impacts, the
efficiency of mitigation measures and the shortcomings of prediction methods, measures and even
regulations are to be verified and EIA practice improved. Environmental indicators could contribute to
designing and evaluating monitoring programs, thus improving establishment of the cause effect
relationship and the reporting and communication of environmental data.

The Environmental Monitoring Cell will co-ordinate all monitoring programs at site and data thus
generated will be furnished as per statutory requirements. The frequency of reporting will be on half
yearly basis to the Uttar Pradesh State Pollution Control Board and to Regional Office of MoEF&CC,
Uttar Pradesh. The Environmental audit reports will be prepared for the entire year of operations and will
be regularly submitted to regulatory authorities.

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7.0 INTRODUCTION
7.1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
7.2 RISK ASSESSMENT AND ITS CONTROL/ PREVENTION MEASURES
7.3 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
7.4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARDS
7.5 EMERGENCY PLAN & RESPONSIBILITIES
7.6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF THE STUDY AREA
7.7 ASSESSMENT OF LIKELY SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT
7.8 INFULENCE ON LOCAL COMMUNITY
7.9 CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
7.10 CONCLUSION
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CHAPTER-7

ADDITIONAL STUDIES

7 INTRODUCTION
The proposed project is for the mining (removal of sand/Moram), from the river bed of Yamuna river
by opencast semi-mechanized method of mining. As per the EIA notification 2006, before the
establishment of project public consultation, Risk assessment & social impact assessment due to
project has to be addressed, which are as follows:

7.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Public hearing is a mandatory requirement laid down as per Govt. of India, Ministry of Environment
and Forests (MoEF & CC) Notification No. SO 1533 dated 14th September, 2006, and as amended on
15th January 2016 for getting Environmental Clearance (EC) for the project of B1 Sub- category i.e.
project having lease area greater than or equal to 25 ha.
As per the general TOR (Terms of reference) issued vide letter no.17/Parya/SEAC/4131/2018 dated on
11th April, 2018, Public Hearing of Sand/Morrum mining project from the river bed of Yamuna river
at Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133 and 153 to 162, Village: Adhawal, Tehsil: Fatehpur, District:
Fatehpur State - U.P, Area – 35.63 ha. was conducted by ADM, Fatehpur, Mine officer, Fatehpur, RO,
Regional Office, UPPCB, on 22 October, 2018 at 11:00 am at Tehsil & district Fatehpur. News
regarding the Public Hearing was published in Hindi news paper Amar Ujala dated 21.09.2018. The
minutes of Public hearing attached as Annexure- X.

Advertisement of
Public Hearing for Sand
/ Moram project located
at Adhawal and Oti
villages, fatehpur

Figure 7.1 Public Hearing Advertisement in Amar Ujala Newspaper.

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7.0.1 Minutes of Public Hearing of Proposed River bed Sand Mining Project of M/S Bansidhar Pvt.
Ltd from River Yamuna located at Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133 and 153 to 162, Village: Oti,
Tehsil: Fatehpur, District: Fatehpur State - U.P and held held Tehsil & district Fatehpur on 22 October,
2018 at 11 am.

The proceedings of public hearing for grant of Environmental Clearance of Proposed River bed Sand
Mining Project was started under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble ADM, Fatehpur. Initially, RO,
UPPCB, (Allahabad), informed the general public about significance and process of public hearing
latter he invited Mr. Ram Prakash Rai, Authorized representative on behalf of M/s Bansidhar
Construction Pvt. Ltd to brief the proposal. He informed that the purpose of this project is to extract the
5,34,450 m3 per annum sand/moram from Yamuna river bed. After that he invited Er. Akhilesh Gupta
of M/s Globus Environment Engineering Limited, Lucknow, and Consultant of the Project informed
public about the proposed sand mining project. He further informed that mining activities will be
carried out at Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133 and 153 to 162, Village: Oti, Tehsil: Fatehpur, District:
Fatehpur State - U.P in the River bed of Yamuna River. The area has been reserved in favor of M/s
Bansidhar Pvt. Ltd. Draft EIA has been prepared to conduct Public hearing.

Figure 7.2 Public Hearing photographs

The points of public hearing was-

1. Purpose of Project
a. Preventing the river to become wider and minimize the possibilities of flood in adjoining areas.
b. Provide the employment to nearby people.

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c. The proposed project will made available good quantity of Sand/Morrum for constructions of roads
and bridges and hence bring positive impact on state.
d. Mining will be done on the land free from vegetation.
e. The mining will be done scientifically. The proposed project will not divert the flow of river mining
will not be done beyond 3.0 or the ground water table whichever is earlier.

2. Impacts of Un-scientific Mining

i. Uneven mining creates several pits which will affect the ground water and excavation quantity can
be more than sanction quantity.
ii. Vehicles not in good condition will impact the environment.
3. Environment Management plan- The mined out sand/morrum will be transported in covered vehicles
and water sprinkling will be done on unmetalled roads to minimize the dust emission. Plantation will
be done by the side of roads and to adjoining places.

The Consultant after giving detailed information about project invited the local public for their queries
/ suggestions, if any. The details of the queries / suggestions raised by public present during public
hearing are as follows:-

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7.1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT

Figure 7.1: Outline representation of Hazard and Risk identification

The river bed mines also have risks which need to be addressed for which a disaster management plan
has been formulated with an aim of taking precautionary steps to avert disasters and also take such
action after disaster which limits the damage to minimum. In the sections below, the identification of
various hazards, probable risks during the operational phase of the mining, maximum credible accident
analysis and consequences analysis are addressed either qualitatively or quantitatively.
Risk assessments will help mine operators to identify high, medium and low risk levels. This is a
requirement of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000. Risk assessments will help to priorities
the risks and provide information on the need to safely control the risks. In this way, mine owners and
operators will be able to implement safety improvements. The following natural/industrial problem
may be encountered during the mining operation.

 Inundation: Filling of the mine pit due to excessive rains

 Quick sand condition
 Drowing
 Accidents due to vehicular moments
 Accidents due to material handling
 Slope failures at the mine faces or stacks
 Fugitive Emission
 Diesel fumes from diesel operated mechanization.
 Soil Erosion

As per proposal made under the mining plan the area will be developed by means of opencast mining
method. Extraction of minerals is to be carried out by semi-mechanized. Water table will not be
touched during the mining process. No high risk accidents like landslides, subsidence flood etc. have
been apprehended.

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7.2 IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS

Figure 7.2: Identification of Hazard in Mine

7.2.1 Types of Hazard Identified: There are various factors, which can create disaster in sand mine.
The main hazards identified are as follows:
 Inundation / Flooding.
 Quick Sand Condition.
 Drowning.
 Accident due to vehicular movement.
 Accident during sand loading, transporting and dumping.

7.3 RISK ANALYSIS: In order to assess the risk, identifying its assets, threat and vulnerability is
important and also calculating its level by evaluating its consequences & likelihood is highly
significant.

7.3.1 Purpose of the risk analysis:

 Forecasting any unwanted situation
 Estimating damage potential of such situation
 Decision making to control such situation
 Evaluating effectiveness of control measures

7.3.2 Approach: A logical systematic process is usually followed during a qualitative risk assessment
to identify the key risk events and to assess the consequences of the events occurring and the
likelihood of their occurrence. Further scaling is done to determine the level of Risk assessment.

Table: Risk likelihood and Consequences

Step 1: Assess the Likelihood Step 2: Assess the consequences

L1 Happens every time Almost Common or C1 Fatality Catastrophic
we operate certain repeating
occurrence
L2 Happens regularly Likely Known to have C2 Permanent Major
(often) occurred “has disability
happened”
L3 Has happened Possible Could occur or C3 Medical/ hospital Moderate

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(occasionally) heard of it or lost time

happening
L4 Happens irregularly Unlikely Not likely to C4 First aid or no Minor
(almost never) occur lost time
L5 Improbable (never) Rare Practically C5 No injury Insignificant
impossible

7.3.3 Assessment methodology: A simple risk assessment way is adopted to calculate the risk level
and the matrix is determined through multiplication and risk rating Index is identified.

Simple Risk Assessment: Consequences (C1-C5) X Likelihood (L1-L5)

Risk Rating Index Likelihood

High to low
High Medium Low L1 L2 L3 L4 L5
1-4 4-9 10-25
Consequences 1 2 3 4 5

High C1 1 1 2 3 4 5

To C2 2 2 4 6 8 10

low C3 3 3 6 9 12 15

C4 4 4 8 12 16 20

C5 5 5 10 15 20 25

7.3.4 Risk Assessment Analysis:

On the basis of above rating index following level of risk for hazards identified are determined as
shown in figure given below:

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Inundation/ Flooding
(C1 X L3 = 3)
Quick Sand Conditions
(C2 X L4 =8)
Accident due to vehicular
moments
(C3 X L3 =9)
Drowning
(C2X L5= 10)

Mineral Handling
(C4 X L3= 12)

7.3.5 Risk Level Identified:

Following interpretation can be drawn from the above analysis (Table).

Table 7.1: List Occupational Risk in Minerals Mines

S. No. Hazards Human Risk
Probability of Consequence Risk Level
Occurrence
1 Inundation/Flooding Possible Catastrophic High
2 Quick sand condition Unlikely Major Medium

3 Minerals Transport Possible Moderate Medium

/Vehicular Movement
4 Drowning Rare Major Medium

5 Minerals Loading Possible Minor Low

Dumping and Storage

7.3.5.1 Inundation / Flooding

The risk rating depicted for it is 3 which reveal that it is possible and will have catastrophic with
major consequences, if work started without assessment of the river bed condition especially during
monsoon season.
 The possibility of inundation/flooding of the sand mines are very high during monsoon or during
heavy rains in lean season as the mine area lies over the sand dunes of a riverbed.
 There are dangers to the trucks and other machineries due to flooding.
 There are dangers to the workers working in the sand dunes.

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Inundation or flooding is expected but also is beneficial for these sand mines as during this time only
the sand reserve get replenished.

7.3.1.2 Quick Sand Condition

The risk rating depicted for it is 8 which reveal that it is an unlikely event with major consequences as
frequency of this risk is less likely to occur.
 This condition occurs when the working crosses the water table at a certain depth and the
Permeability of the strata is very high.
 This condition occurs when the effective stress in the sand becomes zero due to influx of water i.e., i
= icr = ϒ’/ϒw; where i = Hydraulic gradient, icr = Critical Hydraulic gradient, ϒ = submerged unit
weight, ϒw = unit weight of water.
 This creates danger condition to the trucks and other machineries plying over the sand dunes

7.3.1.3 Drowning
The risk rating depicted for it is 10 which reveal that it is a rare accident but will have major
consequences, if occurred.

 This may occur due to flash floods etc due to which the workers at the site may get seriously injured
or drowned.
 There are possibilities of drowning in the deeper part of the river. However safety jackets, floating
tube will be kept at the site office to prevent any mishap.

7.3.1.4 Accident due to vehicular moments:

The risk rating depicted for it is 9 which reveal that it is possible event with moderate consequences as
frequency of this operation is more but the predicted/assumed intensity is less like minor cuts, bodily
injury.

 The possibilities of road accidents are due to reckless or untrained driver or overloading of trucks or
in case pathway is not compacted suitably, etc.

7.3.1.5. Accident during Sand Handling: Loading/ Transportation and Dumping:

The risk rating depicted for it is 12 which reveal that it is possible event with minor consequences”, as
frequency of this operation is more but the predicted/assumed intensity is less like minor cuts,
abrasion, etc. may be due to river bank collapse, over thrown boulders/pebbles, injuries due to
carelessness use of hand tools, etc.

a. Sand Loading
The sand is loaded in the trucks using hand shovels and back-hoe. There are possibilities of injury in
the hands during loading with shovels and staying under bucket movement.
 There are possibilities that the workers standing on the other side of loading may get injury due to
over thrown sands with pebbles.
 There are possibilities of workers getting injured during opening of side covers of the trucks to
facilitate sand loading.
 Chance of workers getting injured due to improper balancing of truck while loading.

b. Sand Transport
The sands loaded in 10 Tons trucks are being sent to the collieries through public roads.

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 All likelihoods of road accidents are possible.

 Accident may also occur during movement in the mine (sand dunes).
 There are possibilities that due to overloading, some pebbles or big boulder may injure the passerby
public

c. Sand Dumping and Storage

 There are possibilities of the trucks rolling/ sliding down the sand bunker during dumping operation.
 The dumper /trucks may cause injury to the workers working near the stowing plant.
 Dumping the sand in an empty sand bunker may cause injury to the stowing operator if the bunker
chute is in open condition.
 Dumping the sand in an empty sand bunker may cause burying the stowing machineries if the
bunker chute is in open condition.

OTHER RISKS ENVOLVE AND ITS CONTROL/ PREVENTION MEASURES

7.2.2 Risks Due to Failure of Pit Slope

In order to allay dangers due to open cast slope failure, final pit, slope stability estimations will be
made for the existing mines. Determining the factor of safety, the slopes should be monitored at
regular intervals to check for any possible failure.

7.2.3 Risks due to Failure of Waste Dumps

Also during extraction of sand there is no over burden or soil cover. All the ROM produce will be
used as raw material source for aggregate. Therefore there is no risk associated with failure of waste
dumps.

7.2.5 Risk due to Fugitive Emission

Due to loading /unloading operation of sand/ moram Fugitive Emissions create, due to loading causes
impact on health of mine workers. Water sprinkling will be provided for dust settlement.

7.2.6 Risk due to diesel fumes from diesel operated mechanization

Health impact due to diesel particulates from emission of diesel operated vehicles which are used for
transportation and loading /unloading purposes of sand. Regular check and proper maintenance of
vehicles should be done To avoid such instances we will talk to the workers and their representatives
and will involve them in the risk assessment process and tell them what to do, to reduce risk. All
transportation within the mine lease area should be carried out directly under the supervision and
control of management.
 The vehicles will be maintained in good working condition and checked thoroughly at least once a
month by the competent person authorized for the purpose by the management.
 Road signs will be provided at each and every turning point up to the main road (wherever required)
 To avoid danger while reversing the vehicles especially at working place/loading points, stopper
should be posted to properly guide reversing/spotting operating.
 Only trained drivers will be hired.

7.2.7 Soil Erosion

No mining will be done within 10 m from the either side of river banks to maintain its protection
.Mining will proceed along the river in the direction from downstream to upstream in each block .No
mining will be done across the river.

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7.3.2 Mitigation of Hazards

7.3.9.6 Measures to Prevent Dangerous Incidents during Inundation/Flooding

 Inundation or flooding is expected in sand mines as during monsoon only the sand reserve gets
replenished.
 During monsoon months and heavy rains the sand mining operations are ceased.
 The Trucks and other vehicle plying over the dunes will be kept on the river banks beyond HFL.
 The workers are not allowed to go over the dunes during heavy rains.
 There will be mechanism/warning system of heavy rains and discharges from the upstream dams

7.3.9.7 Measures to Prevent Quick Sand Condition

 The only way to avoid quick sand condition is by avoiding sand lifting below water table.
 The critical hydraulic gradient (icr) will be maintained at less than 1 to prevent high artesian
pressure in a coarse sand area.
 At least 0.5m sand bed will be left in-situ while harvesting sand from riverbed.

7.3.9.8 Measures to Prevent Drowning

 The sand mining will be done under strict supervision.
 The workers are not allowed to go to the deeper areas of the rivers.
 The workers are not allowed to fish in the river during working hours.
 In case it is required to cross the river, it is done under strict supervision and over the shallow area
using life lines.
 Few life jackets, inflated tubes will be kept near the mine site.

7.3.9.5 Measures to Prevent Accidents due to Transportation.

 All transportation within applied mining lease working will be carried out directly under the
supervision and control of the management.
 The vehicles will be maintained in good condition and checked thoroughly at least once a month by
the competent person authorized for the purpose by the management.
 Road signs will be provided at each and every turning point at haul road up to the main road
(wherever required).
 To avoid danger while reversing the equipment’s/ vehicles especially at the working place / loading
points, stopper will be posted to properly guide reversing/ spotting operating,
 A statutory provision of the fences, constant education, training etc. will go a long way in reducing
the incidents of such accidents.
 Regular training will be provided to the operators by the Company or the Contractors.
 Overloading will not be permitted and will be covered with tarpaulin.
 The maximum permissible speed limit will be ensured. The truck drivers will have valid driving
license.

7.3.2.1 Measures to Prevent Accidents during Sand Loading/ Transportation and Dumping.
a. Sand Loading
 The trucks will be brought to a level so that the sand loading operation suits to the ergonomic
condition of the workers and the back-hoe.
 The loading will be done from one side of the truck only.
 The workers will be provided with gloves and safety shoes during loading.

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 Opening of the side covers (pattas) will be done carefully and with warning to prevent injury to
the loaders.
 No sand will be collected within 7.5m from bank, especially from outer bank of the meandering
river. Safe clearance will be mainly determined by the height of the river bank and thickness of
sand to be extracted from the close vicinity of that bank.
 Ponding in the river bed shall not be allowed.
 Operations during daylight only.
 No foreign material (garbage’s) will be allowed to remain/spill in river bed and catchment area,
or no pits/pockets are allowed to be filled with such material.
 Stockpiling of harvested sand on the river bank will be avoided.
 For particular operations, approaching river bed from both the banks will be avoided.

b. Sand Transportation.
 All transportation within the main working will be carried out directly under the supervision and
control of the management.
 The Vehicles must be maintained in good repairs and checked thoroughly at least once a week by
the competent person authorized for the purpose by the Management.
 Road signs will be provided at each and every turning point especially for the guidance of the
drivers at the evening/night.
 To avoid danger while reversing the trackless vehicles especially at the embankment and tipping
points, all workers will be removed from all areas for reversing of lorries, and the vehicle will have
audio-visual alarm during reversing.
 A statutory provision of the fences, constant education, training etc. will go along way in reducing
the incidents of such accidents.
 Generally, overloading will not be permitted. Big boulders will not be loaded. This is unsafe and
may damage equipment and stowing bunker.
 The truck will be covered and maintained to prevent any spillage.
 The maximum permissible speed limit will be ensured.
 The truck drivers will have proper driving license.

c. Measures to Prevent Accidents during Sand Dumping and Storage

 The Stowing Sand bunkers will be covered by steel grizzly (netting) to prevent inadvertent fall of
human being or the vehicles during dumping operation.
 The dumping will be done only when the chute of the sand bunker is in closed condition or partially
filled.
 The vehicles/trucks will not be brought over the grizzly.
 There will be a duly constructed berm made up of concrete or other material to prevent the rear
wheels come/roll over the grizzly of sand bunker.
 Dozers are used near the sand bunkers to maintain the safety berm and to push material over the
edge as required.
 The dumping operation will be done under strict supervision.

7.3.11 Disposal of Mining Machinery

Machinery is proposed on hire basis. Hence no de-commissioning of mining machinery is proposed.

7.4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARDS

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Dry-pit mining by open cast method involves dust generation by excavation, loading and
transportation of mineral. At site, during excavation and loading activity, dust is main pollutant which
affects the health of workers whereas environmental and climatic conditions also generate the health
problems. Addressing the occupational health hazard means gaining an understanding of the source
(its location and magnitude or concentration), identifying an exposure pathway (e.g. a means to get it
in contact with someone), and determination of likely a receptor (someone receiving the stuff that is
migrating).

7.4.1Aim of the Occupational Health and Safety program: The goal of all occupational health and
safety programs is to foster a safe work environment. Excessive dust, noise and vibration are the chief
health hazards for the miners. Possible physical hazards are as below mention:
• Physical Hazards (Occupational hazard due to sand mining mainly comes under the physical
hazards).
• Exposure to dust
• Noise exposure

Table 7.2: The Project related health issues and its protective measures:
Sr. Particulars Impact Personal Protective
No. Equipments
1. Sun Light & Eye Strain, Headache, Eye Pain, Protective Goggles will be
Fugitive dust Watering of Eyes, Itching provided for direct sunlight and
fugitive dust
2. Heat & Head Injury Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke, Helmets will be provided.
Brain stroke.
3. Exposure to Dust Respiratory problem Mask Respirators will be
provided.
4. Noise Exposure Hearing problems due to the Earplugs or Earmuffs
operation machineries.
5. Foot injury Foot burn in sand, bite of insects Safety foot wears
etc.

7.4.2 Physical Hazards Due To Mining Operations

Following health related hazards were identified due to riverbed sand mining operations to the
workers:

7.4.2.1 Light: The workers may be exposed to the risk of poor illumination or excessive brightness.
The effects are eye strain, headache, eye pain and lachrymation, congestion around the cornea and
eye fatigue.

7.4.2.2 Heat and Humidity: The most common physical hazard is heat. The direct effects of heat
exposure are burns, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and heat cramps; the indirect effects are decreased
efficiency, increased fatigue and enhanced accident rates. Heat and humidity are encountered in hot
and humid condition when temperatures and air temperatures increase in summer time up to 480C or
above in the river bed mining area.

7.4.2.3 Exposure to Dust: exposure to fine particulates is associated with work in most of the dust-
generating stages notably from sand handling, and transportation. It may cause a) Eye Irritation as
during the high windy days in summer the sand could be the problems for eyes like itching and

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watering of eyes. b) Respiratory Problems: Large amounts of dust in air can be a health hazard,
exacerbating respiratory disorders such as asthma and irritating the lungs and bronchial passages.

7.4.2.4 Noise exposure: Long time exposure of Noise from machinery may induced
hearing Loss: Machinery is the main source of noise pollution at the mine site.

7.4.3 Medical Examination Schedule: To minimize the health impacts PPE like dust masks, ear
plugs/ muffs and other equipments will be provided for use by the work personnel. All workers will
be subjected to Pre-Placement Medical Examination as per Mines Rule 1955 at the time of
appointment. Periodical Medical Examination will be conducted at least once in five years. Medical
camps will be organized. The detail of health checkup and periodical medical examination schedule is
given below:

7.4.3.1 Pre- placement medical examination: All the mine workers will be subjected to health
checkup before placing them in the job

7.4.3.2 Initial medical examinations of mine worker are:

 Physical Check-up
 Psychological test
 Audiometric test
 Respiratory test

7.4.3.3 Periodical Medical examination (PME): The health of the workers will be regularly checked
and suitable medical facilitates will be created by the lessees. By periodical medical checkup &
treatment and job rotation of employees, the impact would be minimized. PME As per Mine Rule,
1955 the workers should be least examine once in three years and special examination should be given
in case of emergency.

7.5 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

Mining and allied activities are associated with several potential hazards to both the employees and the
public at large. A worker in a mine will be able to work under conditions, which are adequately safe
and healthy. At the same time the environmental conditions also will not impair his working
efficiency. This is possible only when there is adequate safety in mines. Hence mine safety is essential
aspects of any working mine. The safety of the mine and the employees is taken care of by the Mines
Act 1952, which is well defined with laid down procedure to ensure safety and constantly monitored
and supervised by Directorate General of Mines Safety and Department of Mines, State Government.
The main objectives of the Disaster Management Plan would be:-
 Ensure that loss of life and injuries to persons are minimized.
 Damage to environment is minimized.
 Property loss is minimized.
 Relief and rehabilitation measures are effective and prompt.
 Preplanning a proper sequence of response actions.
 To incorporate the disaster resistant features of national building code and earthquake Resistant
codes of Bureau of Indian Standards.
 Identify casualties.
 First aid and medical facilities
 System of communication

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The general order of priority for involving measures during the course of emergency would be
follows:
 Safeguard Life
 Safeguard Environment
 Safeguard Property
Emergency plan which may affect surrounding areas of the project has to prepare after due final
discussion with local Panchayat & revenue officials. As per this plan, actions have to be promptly
initiated to deal with any disastrous situation, with help collector and other offices.

7.5.1 ANTICIPATED DISASTERS: The study area mainly prone to two types of disasters flood
& earth quakes.
1. Floods: The area is prone to floods. However bank protection has been taken care by the
govt. by constructing of flood embankments/retaining walls/check dams, etc. Precautionary
measures will be taken to avoid the effects on the workers at the site if the disaster occurs.

2. Earth Quake: The lease area falls in between seismic zone II and III which is prone to
earthquakes.

7.5.2 EMERGENCY PLAN & REPONSIBILITIES:-

In case of an emergency at Mine site, the On-site Emergency Plan will come into action. Effective
emergency plan requires that, in the event of an accident, nominated functionaries to be given specific
responsibilities, often separate from their day-to-day activities. Emergency control cell has been
designed by identifying the safe transition from normal condition to emergency condition. For this
purpose an emergency response organization with appropriate lines of authority with succession
planning and actuating the response management has been formed. The organization Chart for
Disaster Management Plan is shown in Figure 7.3

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7.5.2.1 Emergency Control Cell

Overall objectives of the emergency control cell are as follows:
 To promptly control problems as they develop at the scene.
 To prevent or limit the impact on other areas and offsite.
 To provide emergency personnel, selecting them for duties compatible with their normal work
functions wherever feasible.

7.5.2.2 Disaster awareness

a. Public Awareness System

The safety measures to be taken in the event of an emergency shall be made known to the general
public who are likely to be affected.
For disclosure of information to the public of the mine site they are briefed about our preparedness and
measures taken to face any disaster situation. They are also explained about the Disaster Warning
Signals and measures to be taken in case of any disaster in the location and any possible emergency.

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Or disclosure of the information, particularly during the disaster situation, the Public announcements
are being done by Communication Department. To avoid any panic, it is been considered that the
necessary announcement will be made for working personnel onsite/off-site of mine lease area and
nearby villagers too.

7.5.2.2 The use of Electronic Media

For bringing the awareness among the external public at large, the use of electronic media like TV, Air
& Press coverage is used. The Welfare & Media co-coordinator prepares the Press release to the
issued for the local press & other important dailies

7.5.2 Safety Measures adopted:

7.5.2.1 Training and Human Resources Development

 Appointment and delegating qualified and experienced personnel in various disciplines.
 Adequate training/refresher training will be provided to the supervisors, workers keeping in view
provisions of Mines Vocational Training Rules, 1966; Mine Rules, 1955, Mines Rescue Rules, 1985.
 Personnel who have to operate and maintain HEMM, Trucks etc are to be trained under the
guidance of the manufacturers and as per provisions of DGMS Circular Technical 1/1989 regarding
accidents in opencast mines. Recommendation of Seventh Conference on Safety in Mines on “Safety
in Open Cast Mining”, “Traffic Rules and Procedures”, “Mobile equipments and Highway Delivery
Vehicles”, “Operations and Operator Training” and other related circulars.
 The training of mine personnel shall be provided regularly with respect to environmental
protection.
 Special courses for employees will be arranged for afforestation, vegetation, reclamation, health
hazards (identification), malaria eradication, HIV prevention etc. in the training center of the
company.

7.5.2.2 Safety Features Required in Tippers/Trucks

 Exhaust/ Retard Brake: Required as per DGMS circular 02 of 2004.
 Propeller shaft guard: Propeller shaft guard as per DGMS circular 10 of 1999.
 Tail gate protection: Protection of cabin against collision either by head to head or head to tail.
 Limiting speed device: To ensure speed limits as decided by management. The device may be
Electronic or mechanical type speed governors.
 Reverse gear for audio-visual alarm: The audio-visual alarm provided for equipments will confirm
to DGMS (Tech.) Tests to be carried out on the audio-visual alarm and certificates shall be issued to
user industries.
 Provision of two brakes: One of brakes shall be fail safe and for details refer DGMS circular
09 of 1999.
 Body lifting position locking arrangement: A hooter along with an indication may be
provided to show the body is lifted.
 Fire suppression System: Semi-automatic fire suppression system. For details refer DGMS
circular 10 of 2004. The fire suppression system shall be a factory fitment.
 Blind spot mirror: Better view of front blind spot by operator.
 Retro reflective reflectors on all sides: For visibility of truck during night
 Seat belt reminder: To alert operator for using the seat belt
 Proximity warning device: To alert operator
 Rear Vision System: For assisting operator to have back view during reversing

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 Auto dipping System: To reduce glaring of eyes of operator during night

 Load Indicator and Recorder: Enables management to detect and prevent over loading.
 Global Positioning system: To prevent illegal transport and selling of sand, restricting short-
cut routes other than stipulated routes and computerized monitoring. It is the responsibility of
the Project Proponent to mention these terms and conditions in the tender document.

7.5.2.3 Safety measures to be implemented to prevent access to excavations area by un-

authorized persons as per Mines Act 1952, MMR, 1961.
i. Safety measures will be implemented as per Mines Act 1952, MMR, 1961, Mines Rules 1955.
ii. Provision of MMR, 1961 will be followed strictly and all roads will be 6m wide
iii. Excavation will not be more than 3 m in river bed
iv Width of bench will be kept around 20.0 m for ease of operations and provide sufficient room for
the movement of equipments.
v. Protective equipment like dust masks, ear plugs / muffs and other equipments will be provided for
use by the work persons.
vi. Notice giving warning to prevent inadvertent entry of persons will be displayed at all conspicuous
places and in particular near mine entries.
vii. Danger signs will be displayed near the excavations.
viii. Security guards will be posted.
ix. In the event of temporary closer, approaches will be fenced off and notice displayed.

7.5.2.4 Time Scheduling for Abandonment

The mining area has enormous potential for continuance of operations even after the expiry of the
awarded period. The details of time schedule of all abandonment will be given at the time of final closer
plan. Mining activities are confined to river bed, up to 3.0 m. depth, relatively shallow depth of
workings. Partial replenishment of the Sand being removed from the river bed is a natural process
particularly during monsoon periods.

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7.6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF THE STUDY AREA

7.6.1 Introduction
Socio-Economic Assessment refers to systematic analysis of various social and economic
characteristics of human being living in a given geographical area, often called as Study Area or
Impact Area. The objectives of the socio economic survey are as follows:

 To identify and assess socio-economic activities, which are significantly influenced by mining
activities.
 To examine the perceptions of local communities’ how mining activities can impact the socio-
economic life of the people.
 To suggest interventions that can assist in mitigating the negative impacts of mining.

7.6.2 Scope of the proposed study

1) Collection of baseline data of the study area
2) To comprehend socio-economic status of people living in the study area
3) To assess likely impact of the project on social and economic life of the people in the Study
area.
4) To measure the impact of the project on Quality of life of the people living in the study Area.
5) To ensure sustainability of positive impacts.

7.6.3 Overview
Any developmental activity exerts a direct impact on the socio-economic environment of the region.
Usually, the beneficial impacts such as better job opportunities, improved education, communication,
energy, housing, health, transportation facilities etc. outweighs the adverse impacts, if any.
The study of socio-economic component of environment is incorporating various facets, viz.
demographic structure, availability of basic amenities such as housing, education, health and medical
services, occupation, water supply, communication and power supply. The study of these parameters
helps in identifying predicting and evaluating the likely impacts due to project activity in the
surrounding region.

7.6.4 Baseline Status

The latest available data has been complied to generate the existing socio-economic scenario of the
study area. Information on socio-economic profile was collected from the Uttar Pradesh, Series 10,
Part XII- B, Census of India 2011, District Census Handbook of Fatehpur and Banda districts,
including the population details of the region. Also the details of the amenities available in the study
were collected from Uttar Pradesh, Series 10, Part XII- A, Census of India 2011, District Census
Handbook of Fatehpur and Banda districts.

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Dividing the study area in to 4 directions radially it will be covering four zones a) North to East, b)
East to South, c) South to West & d) West to North [Figure 7.4* & Table 7.2]

Figure 7.4: Map Showing Study Area (Buffer and Core Zone)

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Table 7.2: District wise distribution total villages in the study area
(Buffer Zone within 10 km radius)
S. Direction and Distance District No. of
No Villages
1 The study area: covering an arc Fatehpur 19
from as per the locations of It is the main
villages at various distance up to district as the site is
10 km located in Oti
a) north to east direction village.
2 b) East to South Banda 7
3 c) South to West Banda 12
4 d) West to North Banda 7
Total 45

The villages covered for reviewing Socio-Economic Status of the study areas (buffer zone of 10 km radius of the
periphery of the mining lease) are enlisted in Table 7.3

Table 7.3: List of villages situated within the study area of 10 km radius of the project site.

Zone/ No. Name of the Zone/ No. Name of the

District villages District villages
0-2 Km 7-10 Km
1 Oti Fatehpur 24 Muttaur
2-5 Km 25 Ghaghaura
Fatehpur 2 Samatpur 26 Jukra
3 Umarpur 27 Jajraha
4 Duttauli 28 Devgaon
Banda 5 Gaura 29 Fulurwa
6 Jauharpur 30 Lamheta
7 Laumar Banda 31 Macha
5-7 Km 32 Chilla
Fatehpur 8 Jaimini 33 Gugauli
9 Gadhi 34 Khajuri
10 Satavra 35 Bhujrakh
Banda Sadi
11 Mandanpur 36 Toliya
12 Amli Kaur 37 Lohari
Barethi
13 Kalan 38 Kalyanpur
14 Benda 39 Khaunda
15 Jariya 40 Bhadauli
16 Padarathpur 41 Bambiya
17 Bhawanipur 42 Dohatara
18 Chhapar 43 Tara
7-10 Km 44 Sindhauli
Fatehpur 19 Korra kanak 45 Mata
20 Mavaiya Study Total 45
21 Saibsi area No. of
Chak Villages
22 Pigambarpur
23 Karhiya

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7.6.5 Background Information of the Area

7.6.5.1 Main District: The district lies in the fertile land in between Ganga &Yamuna River. Fatehpur is located
at Latitude 25°56′N Longitude 80°48′E. It has an average elevation of 110 meters (360 feet).This district is
situated between two important cities Allahabad and Kanpur of Uttar Pradesh. It is well connected with those
cities by train route as well as bus route. There are 1352 inhabited villages and 7 towns with total population of
2,632,733 having density of 634 person /km2. The male population is 52.5 % and female population is 47.5 % of
the total population of the district, having sex ratio of 901.

7.6.5.2 Other District: The study area defined below is also covering the villages from the Banda district on the
opposite bank of the river Yamuna. District Banda is located in geographical extends between 24º 53’ to 25º 55’
N latitudes and 80º 07’ to 81º 34’ E longitudes. There are 657 inhabited villages and 8 towns with total population
of 2,632,733 having density of 438 person /km2.

Table 7.4: Demographic details of Fatehpur and Banda District

S.No. Particulars Fatehpur District Banda

District
1 Actual Population 2,632,733 1,799,410
a) Male 1,384,722 965,876
b) Female 1,248,011 833,534
2 Literacy Rate 67.43 % 66.67%
Area (Sq.Km) 4,152 4,408
3 No. Of Households 472238 319963
4 Density (person/ Sq.Km) 634 408
5 Sex ratio (per 1000) 901 863
6 Percentage of Illiterate 32.57% 33.33%
7 Employment Status
a) Total working population 40.4 % 39.0 %
b) Non -working population 59.6 % 61%
8 Occupational Status
a) Cultivators 30.9 % 35.88%
b) Agricultural labourers 40.0% 38.97%
c) Household Industry 4.8% 2.72%
d) Other workers 24.3 % 22.43%
Source
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

7.6.2 Study Area

The study area, also known as Impact Area has been defined as sum total of core and buffer area with a ten
kilometers radius of the periphery of the mine lease or project site. The study area includes all the land marks both
natural and manmade, falling therein. The study area of the proposed sand mining project is spread over in two
district Fatehpur and Banda district in Uttar Pradesh. There are 19 villages in Fatehpur district and 26 villages in
Banda district. The main sources of the website taken into account are listed below:
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/DCHB.../0941_PART_A_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/DCHB_A/.../0939_PART_A_DCHB_BANDA.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

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District- Fatehpur, U.P.

7.6.2.1 OTI village:

The project site is located in OTI village. The main residential area of OTI village is located at 1.3 km north from
the project site. The area of the village is 289.66 Ha.

The total population of the OTI village is 1792 out of which 1,001 (55%) are males and 796 (45 %) are females.
Whereas the SC population constitutes 22 % of the total population, there is no ST population in the village. The
total number of households in the study area is 316. The average family size in the study area is 4 to 6 per
household. The literacy rate of the area is only 61.8 %. People of the area mainly engaged in agricultural
activities. Out of the total working population people are 24.3 % cultivators, 49 % people are agricultural labors,
14 % of the population owned their household industries and 13 % is engaged in services, business/shops etc.
Total working population is around 54 % i.e. 45% of the total population is not working.
censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf

7.6.3 Demographic Structure

Demographic structure of the study area was estimated for the selected parameters as households, population,
scheduled caste, scheduled tribes, literacy. The summarized demographic structure of the study area is presented
in Table 7.6. As there is no urban area in the study area, the entire population consists of rural population. The
village wise details are given in table 7.5*.

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Table 7.5: The demographic Particulars of the all the villages situated within the study area

Zone/ District No. Villages Area (Ha) No. of House holds Population Literacy Illiterate SC
Male Female Total Population Male Female Total
0-2 Km
Fatehpur 1 OTI 289.66 316 1001 791 1792 705 404 1109 683 382
2-5 Km
Fatehpur 2 Samatpur 231.2 134 402 345 747 269 163 432 315 0
3 Umarpur 335.17 238 651 631 1282 385 306 691 591 57
4 Duttauli 1060.33 1031 3201 2751 5952 2329 1541 3870 2082 997
Banda 5 Gaura 336.09 387 1166 1172 2338 690 552 1242 1096 434
6 Jauharpur 2460 1326 4427 3772 8199 2874 1663 4537 3662 1565
7 Laumar 792.39 566 1801 1651 3452 1345 948 2293 1159 304
5-7 Km
Fatehpur 8 Jaimini 303.55 121 347 292 639 283 179 462 177 12
9 Gadhi 1021.45 312 1095 937 2032 777 482 1259 773 63
10 Satavra 600.24 178 572 498 1070 359 216 575 495 490
Banda 11 Sadi Mandanpur 690.64 1214 4022 3735 7757 2480 1735 4215 3542 58
12 Amli Kaur 1119.97 586 2042 1668 3710 1319 800 2119 1591 416
13 Barethi Kalan 576.09 246 742 688 1430 500 339 839 591 456
14 Benda 2458.02 1183 3871 3214 7085 2855 1662 4517 2568 1334
15 Jariya 185.28 85 305 274 579 199 111 310 269 165
16 Padarathpur 706.93 278 978 819 1797 723 489 1212 585 585
17 Bhawanipur 269.86 150 480 389 869 313 164 477 392 310
18 Chhapar 585.26 300 966 800 1766 671 355 1026 740 319
7-10 Km
Fatehpur 19 Korra kanak 2217 1744 5826 4906 10732 4057 2311 6368 4364 837
20 Mavaiya 430.12 231 726 614 1340 490 278 768 572 301

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21 Saibsi 319.66 195 514 475 989 358 260 618 371 274
22 Chak Pigambarpur 280.28 198 556 504 1060 329 192 521 539 0
23 Karhiya 314.93 335 945 879 1824 593 418 1011 813 257
24 Muttaur 538.67 709 2127 1873 4000 1456 999 2455 1545 924
25 Ghaghaura 221.88 240 681 600 1281 445 297 742 539 341
26 Jukra 384.22 290 912 810 1722 664 454 1118 604 502
27 Jajraha 70.42 156 459 424 883 235 117 352 531 199
28 Devgaon 222.65 380 1194 1033 2227 697 408 1105 1122 236
29 Fulurwa 108.32 113 315 277 592 200 107 307 285 110
30 Lamheta 1725.5 627 1967 1705 3672 1169 695 1864 1808 404
Banda 31 Macha 836.23 259 773 782 1555 448 332 780 775 83
32 Chilla 481.39 940 2715 2444 5159 1748 1077 2825 2334 841
33 Gugauli 766.45 434 1591 1283 2874 1718 694 2412 1002 654
34 Khajuri 161.31 24 61 64 125 41 34 75 50 0
35 Bhujrakh 818.97 607 1767 1593 3360 1057 619 1676 1684 1009
36 Toliya 250.82 65 229 190 419 139 56 195 224 10
37 Lohari 386.45 269 862 780 1642 509 270 779 863 517
38 Kalyanpur 118.79 73 194 188 382 132 81 213 169 279
39 Khaunda 540.65 243 808 634 1442 551 304 855 587 542
40 Bhadauli 261.96 79 226 204 430 114 164 278 152 140
41 Bambiya 325.85 256 820 673 1493 521 308 829 664 462
42 Dohatara 392.28 150 523 428 951 419 242 661 290 90
43 Tara 408.53 269 811 662 1473 593 350 943 530 118
44 Sindhauli 313.85 226 668 619 1287 483 270 753 534 186
45 Mata 326.2 250 726 617 1343 486 256 742 601 120
Total villages 45 Total 27245.51 18013 57065 49688 106753 38728 23702 62430 44863 17383
Note: No S.T. population exists in the study area.
Sources:censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf&censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

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Table 7.6: The summarized Demographic Structure of the study area

S.No. Particulars Study area
1. Total villages 45
2 Sum total Area (Ha) 27245.51
3 Sum Total Population 106753
c) Male 57065
d) Female 49688
4 Sex Ratio (per 1000 males) 870
5 Density (person/ Sq.Km) 392
6 No. Of Households 18013
7 Social status
a) Schedule Caste population 17,383
b) Schedule Tribes population Nil

7.6.3.1 Population Composition

According to 2011 Population Census the total population of the identified villages in the study area has a
total population of 1, 06,753. The density of population of the study area has been worked out to be 392
persons per square kilometer. Of this 53.5 percent are male and the remaining 46.5 percent are female. The
sex ratio of the study area is 870 female per 1000 male.

7.6.3.2 Number of households

The entire population of the study area has been grouped into 18013 households with the average family
size of 5-6 members in each family.

7.6.3.3 Social Structure

In the study area the total number of persons belonging to Scheduled Caste community is 17,383, which is
16.2 % percent of the total population. There is no presence of people belonging to Scheduled tribe
community in the study area.

7.6.3.4 Literacy Status

The crude literacy rate within the study areas is on an average of about 58 % (having 62,430 total literate
populations) with 62.0 % male literates and 38 % female literates. The female literacy rate is about 67.8 %
and male literacy rate 47.7% with the gender gap of more than 20 %. The illiterate population is 42 % of
the total population.
Table 7.7: Percentage of literates existing in the study Area
S. No. Particulars Number Percentage
1 Total percentage of literate 62430 (Considering 100 %)
population 38728 62 %
a) Male literates 23702 38 %
b) Female literates
2 Percentage of Illiterate 44863 40 %
3 Overall literacy rate 58 %
a) Male 67.8%
b) Female 47.7 %

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7.6.3.5 Employment Status

The number of workers and non-workers present in the study area is of significance from employment
point of view as per the labour required for the excavation, loading, transportation and storage work at the
mining site. Among the total population of the region, the working population is 60 % while 40 % is the
non-working. The village wise particulars are given in table 7.8 and the summarized details of the
employment status and occupational structures are given in Table 7.9.

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Table 7.8: Occupational Structure of the study area (buffer zone within 10 km radius of the periphery of the project site

Zone/ No. Villages Cultivator Agri Labour Household other NW TW

District Industry
MN ML Total MN ML Total MN ML Total MN ML Total
0-2 Km
Fatehpur 1 OTI 227 12 239 182 296 478 126 9 135 106 25 131 809 983
2-5 Km
Fatehpur 2 Samatpur 95 5 100 127 89 216 31 5 36 118 11 129 266 481
3 Umarpur 108 18 126 186 123 309 24 131 155 52 4 56 636 646
4 Duttauli 585 41 626 175 117 292 106 349 455 401 214 615 3964 1988
Banda 5 Gaura 258 136 394 160 259 419 19 5 24 179 49 228 1273 1065
6 Jauharpur 1215 131 1346 908 369 1277 27 23 50 222 69 291 5235 2964
7 Laumar 374 1 375 548 21 569 6 1 7 223 28 251 2250 1202
5-7 Km
Fatehpur 8 Jaimini 95 0 95 85 14 99 9 70 79 25 12 37 329 310
9 Gadhi 275 7 282 47 73 120 18 3 21 145 132 277 1332 700
10 Satavra 138 15 153 46 5 51 7 0 7 68 45 113 746 324
Banda 11 Sadi 352 8 360 629 56 685 34 40 74 595 389 984 5654 2103
Mandanpur
12 Amli Kaur 932 81 1013 474 195 669 2 5 7 166 36 202 1817 1891
13 Barethi 78 6 84 103 60 163 15 5 20 105 46 151 1012 418
Kalan
14 Benda 870 614 1484 606 660 1266 34 5 39 243 19 262 4034 3051
15 Jariya 39 0 39 171 20 191 8 0 8 25 4 29 312 267
16 Padarathpur 207 1 208 152 3 155 0 1 1 31 173 204 1209 568
17 Bhawanipur 71 1 72 176 10 186 3 0 3 29 0 29 579 290
18 Chhapar 163 4 167 293 14 307 4 0 4 74 78 152 1136 630
7-10 Km
Fatehpur 19 Korra 1006 273 1279 663 1557 2220 69 54 123 480 186 666 6444 4288
kanak

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20 Mavaiya 168 35 203 57 216 273 4 9 13 12 6 18 833 507

21 Saibsi 121 17 138 11 21 32 11 13 24 77 95 172 623 366
22 Chak 34 13 47 10 217 227 5 217 222 8 56 64 500 560
Pigambar
-pur
23 Karhiya 278 4 282 315 224 539 10 0 10 21 5 26 967 857
24 Muttaur 266 154 420 463 237 700 86 51 137 232 94 326 2417 1583
25 Ghaghaura 240 1 241 120 67 187 6 0 6 55 2 57 790 491
26 Jukra 302 53 355 80 28 108 14 8 22 203 37 240 997 725
27 Jajraha 41 5 46 27 175 202 2 2 4 24 65 89 542 341
28 Devgaon 113 3 116 390 187 577 75 6 81 47 68 115 1330 889
29 Fulurwa 92 0 92 204 0 204 2 0 2 7 0 7 287 305
30 Lamheta 295 54 349 1190 179 1369 7 4 11 26 43 69 1874 1798
Banda 31 Macha 281 207 488 146 30 176 0 0 0 56 2 58 831 722
32 Chilla 231 2 233 449 145 594 107 11 118 325 311 636 3578 1581
33 Gugauli 200 2 202 177 186 363 4 5 9 120 153 273 2027 847
34 Khajuri 25 0 25 2 0 2 1 1 2 5 0 5 91 34
35 Bhujrakh 561 462 1023 47 38 85 23 8 31 235 92 327 1894 1466
36 Toliya 78 96 174 1 14 15 0 0 0 13 5 18 212 207
37 Lohari 136 247 383 71 160 231 12 6 18 72 58 130 878 762
38 Kalyanpur 23 48 71 6 24 30 4 0 4 52 2 54 202 159
39 Khaunda 176 69 245 75 376 451 2 4 6 22 28 50 690 752
40 Bhadauli 49 0 49 24 3 27 0 0 0 30 42 72 282 148
41 Bambiya 246 20 266 378 98 476 1 1 2 18 2 20 729 764
42 Dohatara 82 0 82 19 4 23 3 4 7 87 75 162 677 274
43 Tara 218 0 218 75 0 75 8 0 8 114 13 127 945 428
44 Sindhauli 196 3 199 19 80 99 0 116 116 30 95 125 748 539
45 Mata 221 108 329 38 220 258 4 4 8 58 2 60 688 655
45 Total 11761 2957 14718 10125 6870 16995 933 1176 2109 5236 2871 8107 64669 41929

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Note: MN- Main workers; ML – Marginal Workers; NW- Non worker and TW- Total Worker
Sources: censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf &
censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

Table 7.9: Summarized employment status with occupational structure of the study area

S.No. Particulars Numbers Percentage

1 Employment Status
a) Total working population 41,929 39.27 %
b) Non -working population 64,669 60.57 %
2 Occupational Status
a) Cultivators 14,718 35.1 %
b) Agricultural labourers 16,995 40.5 %
c) Household Industry 2,109 5.0 %
d) Other workers 8, 107 19.3 %

Occupational Structure of the study area

14718 Cultivator

16995 Agri Labour

Household Industry
64669
8107 other services/ Shops
2109
Non- worker

Figure 7.5: Graphical representation of Occupational Status of the study area

7.6.3.6 Occupational Status
It provides the nature and status of employment activities of the study area. Main occupation of the
people in this area is agriculture. The working population is further classified as Cultivators,
Agricultures labourers, Household Industry owner and other workers as mentioned in census book of
2011. Out of total working population 35.1% are cultivators, 40.5% are agriculture labor, 5 % are
engaged in household Industry and 19.3% are other workers.
Main workers are the ones who worked for six months or more during the last one year in any
economic activity and Marginal workers are the ones who had worked three months or less, but also
not exceeding six months as mentioned in
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

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Table 7.10: Categorized occupational structure of the study area

Occupational Status Main workers Marginal workers

a) Cultivators 11761 2957
b) Agricultural labourers 10125 6870
c) Household Industry 993 1176
d) Other workers 5236 2871

7.6.4 Basic Amenities:

The details of Amenity resources base of the study area with reference to education, medical facility,
water supply, post and telegraph, transportation, communication facility, power supply, existence of
nearest town etc. Data from the Uttar Pradesh, Series 10, Part XII- A, Census of India 2011, District
Census Handbook, Fatehpur and Banda districts, been used as the main reference material. The
significant features of these important parameters for each study area are discussed as below:

7.6.4.1 Educational Facility

The type of educational institution in the study area is primary schools, Middle school and Secondary
schools. For further studies people have to avail the facility from the nearest town and cities i.e.
Bahua, Fatehpur and Banda.
7.6.4.2 Drinking Water Facility

The types of major sources of drinking water in the study area falling in the Fatehpur district are
mainly wells and Hand pumps, while villages in Banda district had other sources also like tap water
(12 villages), tube well (16 villages), River (13 villages), Lake/ tanks (20 villages).

Sources of Drinking Water in the study area

50
45
40
35
No. of Villages

30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Well Handpump Tap Tube well River Lake/Tank
Sources of water

Figure 7.6: Graphical representation of sources of drinking water

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7.6.4.3 Medical Facility

Medical institutions in rural parts of the region are inadequate, as per the data record. There is no
medical facility present within villages like primary health Centre (PHC), Primary health sub-Centre
(PHS), Maternal Child Welfare Centre and Dispensary. Mostly they are located at either at distance
within 5 kilometers (15 villages), within 5-10 km (12 villages) and more than 10 km (13 villages).

7.6.4.4 Sanitation & Drainage Facility

Sanitation facility is poor in the villages of the study area. All the villages only have the open
drainage system. There are no Toilets, Bathrooms, Sanitary mart or waste disposal and recycle
facility available in any of the villages.

7.6.4.5 Communication Facility

Sub Post office is available only in 14 villages. At the present time most of the villagers have mobile
phones for communication, as good coverage of network is available in most of the villages. 4
villages also had landline facilities.

7.6.4.6 Power Supply

According to secondary sources, electricity has reached all the villages in the study area except in
Gaura and Karhiya villages (having no electricity). Electricity is used for domestic and agricultural
activity in almost all the villages of the study area. 27 villages use electricity supply for commercial
and all-purpose also.

7.6.4.7 Connectivity:
a) Highways: National highway NH -232 (from Fatehpur city to Banda city) located 7.26 km NW
from project site is crossing the study area. 4 villages avails direct connectivity to the national
highway. State highway SH-13 (from Bahua town to Banda) located 3 km east from the project
site is also crossing the study area. 8 villages prevails the direct connectivity of the state highway.
b) Roads: 30 villages are having connectivity to other district roads passing in the study area. All
the 45 villages located in the study area have foot paths. Pucca and Kuchcha roads were not
found in almost all the villages. Roads are also available along with paved roads. The Oti village
is provided with both paved and mud roads. However, the mine lease area is connected with OTI
village with mud road.
c) Others: 14 villages have water bounded macadam road while 9 villages located near the river
have navigable water way.

7.6.4.8 Others Facilities:

a) Bank and ATM: The study area is not served by any ATM facility and only 4 villages have
Bank in their premises. Same is the case with Oti village where the project is located.
b) Welfare Programmes: Amenities like Aganwadi, Nutritional center and ASHA is found in all
the villages of the study area.
c) Miscellaneous: Assembly Poll and Birth & Death registration office exists in 24 villages except
6 villages having any one of the facility.

7.6.5 Land Use Pattern

7.6.5.1 Study Area:

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The sum total of Land Use of the study area (village wise) delineating forest area, agricultural land,
grazing land, cultivable land, Barren Land, Fallow land, has been calculated. Data from the Uttar
Pradesh, Series 10, Part XII- A, Census of India 2011, District Census Handbook, Fatehpur and
Banda districts, been used for the preparation of land use/ land cover graph of villages located in the
study area.

Figure 7.7: Graphical representation of Land Use pattern of villages located in study area

Figure 7.8: Graphical representation of land used for irrigation and un-irrigated
Land of the villages located in the study area

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7.6.5.2 Mining Area:

a) Pre – Mining Land Use Pattern (Forest, Agricultural Barren, and Barren etc.): The area is
agriculture land the existing land use of area is given below:

Table 7.11: Pre – Mining Land Use Pattern

S.No. Land Use Waste land Forest land Barren land Grazing land
(Ha) (Ha) (Ha) (Ha)
1 Mining pits Quarry - - - -
2 Approach Road - - - -
3 Dumps - - - -
4 Office, Resht Shelter - - - -
etc.
5 Balance undisturbed 35.63 - - -
land
Total 36.63 - - -

b) Operational Phase: The landscape and land use will undergo a radical change due to open cast
mining. The impact during next five year is limited as benches will be formed.

Table 7.12: Land usage during Operational Phase

Activity Area Occupied (Ha), During next five At the end of conceptual period
year (Ha)
Mining and existing pit 33.33 33.33
Waste dumps
Roads
Area replenished 33.33 33.33
Afforestation

c) Post Mining Land Use: The land use at present, at the end of plan period & at the end of
conceptual period is given below:

Table 7.13: Post Mining Land Use

S.No. Head At Present (Ha) At the end of At the end of
plan period (Ha) conceptual
period of mine
(Ha)
1 Total area excavated (broken) Nil 33.33 33.33
2 Area fully mined out Nil Nil 33.33
3 Area fully rehabilitated by Nil Nil 33.33
replenish
4 Area rehabilitated by Nil Nil Nil
afforestation
5 Total area under dump Nil Nil Nil

7.7 Socio-economic Survey: In order to access and evaluate likely impacts arising out of any
development projects on socio economic environment, it is necessary to gauge the apprehensions of
the people in the study areas. Methodology applied for selection of sample & data collection. The

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methodology which is applied for primary source of data collection i.e. gathering data through field
survey for socio-economic environment is depicted below:

7.7.1 Sampling Method: Respondents of various sections of the society were chosen i.e. Sarpanch,
adult males and females, teachers, medical practitioners, businessmen, agriculture laborers,
unemployed group etc. by Judgmental and purposive sampling method to fulfill the purpose of survey.
Data was collected through primary source which are:

7.7.1.1 Field Survey and Observations:

The socioeconomic status of that region was studied by field survey. Visits are made at hospitals,
primary health centers and sub-centers to know the health status of the region. Various governmental
organizations such as statistical department, department of census operations are visited to collect the
population details of that region.

7.7.1.1 Interview Method:

Questionnaire was framed and Information was gathered by randomly selecting the person of different
age group and sex. The questionnaire mainly highlights the parameters such as income, employment
and working conditions, housing, food, water supply, sanitation, health, energy, transportation and
communication, education, environment and pollution to assess the standard of living of that particular
region and general awareness, opinion and expectation of the respondents about the proposed project.

7.7.2 Survey Area: Socio-economic survey was conducted in the villages within the study areas
located in all directions with reference to the project. 2 villages from each zone of the study area were
selected and were surveyed from study area. The respondents were asked for their awareness / opinion
about the existing sand mining and also of their opinion about the impacts of the sand mining which
are an important aspect of socio-economic environment, viz. job opportunities, education, health care,
housing, transportation facility and economic status.

Table 7.14: The name of the villages surveyed.

Zone District Place Visited
Fatehpur Banda
0-2 km Oti - Sarpanch House, Primary
2-5 km Samatpur Jauharpur health centres/ Hospitals,
Duttauli Laumar Schools, Market area,
5-7 km Jaimini Benda Aganwadi, Bus stand and Auto
Satavra Jariya stand etc.
7-10 km Saibsi Gagauli
Ghaghaura Sindhauli

7.7.3 The salient observations recorded during socio economic survey in the study areas are
depicted below:

• The average family size of the villages studied is 5 people in each family.
 Schedule caste community is hardly 8- 12 % of the village population and no Schedule tribes were
found.
 Livelihood of the villagers is primarily based on agriculture sector. Majority of main workforce are
engaged either in cultivation in own land & or in laboring activities in other agricultural land
owners.

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 The population of the villages studied is dominated by the non- workers.

• Majority of cultivators and agriculturist is practicing farming activities without any irrigation source,
it means that area under irrigation is very low and maximum area is covered by un-irrigated land.
• Most of the villages have Primary School (PS), Middle School (MS) and Secondary school while
very few have senior secondary schools like Duttauli and Benda. Further, for higher education
villagers go to the town and cities nearby
• No tap water supply was available in the villages surveyed except Jauharpur, Jariya and Gagauli
village. The villages are deprived of treated water facility. Scarcity of drinking water is a major
problem in the surveyed villages.
• There is no Primary Health Centre in most of the surveyed villages. Few private practitioners are
running their own clinics.
• Two wheelers, auto rickshaws are the main mode of transportation & bus service facility are found
in the Duttauli, Jauharpur and Benda
• Power supply is available in mostly all the sampling villages. Power supply is available mostly for
domestic purpose.
 Welfare Amenities like Aganwadi, Nutritional center and ASHA is found in all the villages
surveyed.
 As stated earlier, the percentage of the work force is very low as comparison to the non -working
population and around 80 workers will be employed directly. Transportation is required. Hence jobs
and business opportunities in logistical activities will come about due to the project activity.

7.7 ASSESSMENT OF LIKELY SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT

It may be seen from the above table that the up-coming mining project at Oti village, Fatehpur will
yield positive impact in most cases, negative impact on two cases and no impact on one case.
Impacts on different parameters due to this mining project are discussed below.

7.8.1 CONSTRUCTION PHASE

This is a sand/moram mining project in riverbed. There will be no impacts as no construction stage is
envisaged in this project.

7.8.2 OPERATION PHASE

Some of the impacts identified in various phases of operation are insignificant and do not warrant
much attention whereas some others are important especially with respect to the present context.
Therefore, the objective is to identify those impacts, which are significant and require a detailed
analysis for decision making or formulating adequate management measures. This section deals with
an assessment of impact of various mining activities on the existing social conditions. The
methodology of assessment is based upon identification and description of the existing project
activities followed by evaluating the impact of mining and associated effects.

Table 7.15: Social & Economic impacts of Sand Mining Project

Sr. No. Characteristics Impact Type
Positive Impact Negative Impact No Impact

Direct In-direct Direct In-direct

1 Population - - - - Yes
Composition
2 Formal Employment Yes - - - -

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Generation
3 Informal Employment Yes - - - -
Generation
4 Increased Supply of Yes - - - -
sand for end users
5 Scope for promotion of - Yes - - -
sand based industries
in the study area.
6 Scope for development - Yes - - -
and maintenance of
roads in the area
7 Impact on Agriculture - - - - Yes
8 Flood Control & Yes - - - -
protection to life and
property
9 Improvement in - Yes - - -
Quality of life of the
local people
10 Increase in State Yes - - - -
Income
11 Impact on Law & - - - - Yes
Order
12 Check on illegal Yes - - - -
mining
13 Impact on Health - - Yes - -

Table 7.16: List of possible impacts

Impact Factor Impacts on Primary Stakeholders Impacts on Secondary Stakeholder

Land, trees This is direct impact on all primary There is no such direct or indirect impact
structures in farms stakeholders. Loss of part land and structure There will be no loss of any income,
in farm, loss of employment land, livelihood of secondary
stakeholders.
Livelihoods and At present livelihood activity exists on There will be no loss of livelihood
income proposed land under acquisition. The land activities (employment, etc.) to the
has served as a mode of livelihood secondary stakeholders

Physical Resources There is no loss of any physical resources There is no loss of any physical
to the primary stakeholders resources to the secondary stakeholders
Private Assets There are trees and some structures in the There will be no loss of any private
farms which may be considered as assets. assets to the secondary stakeholders

Public Services There will be no loss of any public services There will be no loss of any public
And Utilities and utilities to the primary stakeholders services and utilities to the Secondary
stakeholders

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Health There are no possible negative impacts on There are no possible negative impacts
health of primary stakeholders due to on health of secondary stakeholder,
proposed acquisition and project activity surrounding community due to the
proposed acquisition and project
activity
Culture And There will be no impact on cultural and There will be no impact on cultural and
Social Cohesion social cohesion social cohesion

Table 7.17: Magnitude of impact on different parameters

Parameter Local Regional Direct Indirect

Employment +  + -
Income +  + +
Transport + + + 
Education +  + +
Medical facilities +  + 
Communication + + +
Availability of power + + + 
Sanitation -  - 
Housing +  + 
Health -  - 
Recreation    
Agriculture -  - -
Cost of living + + + +
Business + + + +
Per Capita Income + + + +
Pollution -  - 
+: Positive Impact, - : Negative Impact,  : Insignificant

Mitigation measures:
 Minimization of land acquisition
 Preference to local workforce in construction/operation phase
 Proper provisions for labour
 Medical camps in surrounding villages(once in 3 months)
 Preventive measures to cover truck while transportation
 Awareness programme
 Cooperative attitude with the villagers, Periodically /visits with village sarpanch

7.8.3 INTERPRETATION OF VARIOUS IMPACT DUE TO MINING PROJECT:

7.8.3.1 Increased employment opportunities: For removal of Sand from the river bed the project
proponent intends to recruit the local people. The total number of people to be recruited will depend
upon quantity of minerals to be extracted over a period of time. In the initial period the number of
such people will be less but gradually it will go up when the extraction of minerals will pick up. It is
definitely a positive impact of the proposed mining project. On an average 93 workers will be
engaged for the operation of the mine to achieve the targeted production. Of the total number of
employees/ workers to be engaged for the extraction of the mineral 1 will be mining Engineer, 1
geologist, 1 foreman, 5 Drivers and 5 Office Staff will be deployed from outsource. 80 people will be

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directly recruited from the nearby villages. Out of these 80 workers 30 will be operators/ drivers and
about 50 will be skilled and semi- skilled workers.
Category-wise employments and its percentage will be as below:

Mining Engineer (Part time) : 1 1.08 %

Geologist : 1 1.08 %

Foreman : 1 1.08 %

Operators/Drivers : 35 37.63 %

Office staff/workers : 55 59.13 %

Total : 93 100 %

The percentage of employment generation is significant so a definite positive impact of the project
can be seen.

7.8.3.2. Increased business opportunities in local market: The increased supply of river bed
material will not only fulfill the demand supply gap of the state but also create business opportunity in
local market too. With increased supply of sand in the region the prospective entrepreneurs shall have
the opportunity to set up sand based industrial units for manufacturing Sand for use in foundries,
Sheet/Flat glass, sand bags, bricks, paints etc. This will generate additional employment opportunities
for jobless in the region. This is a positive impact of the project.

7.8.3.3. Public service and utilities: The project proponent will provide services in nearby villages to
the public like construction of toilets for women in the primary school, hand pumps and solar street
light installations as per CER activities.

7.8.3.4. Road Development: Movement of trucks and other vehicles (to and fro) is expected to
increase when the mining activities will start and existing road connecting the mine lease area with
near metaled road is narrow mud road. This road is to be made widened and paved in order to avoid
accidents and mud slide. Thus the kuccha road gets motorable due to haulage road construction plan
proposed in the project and this provides a maintained road linking the river and the nearby villages.
The project will prove to be beneficial to the villages located in the buffer zone.

7.8.3.5. Impact on livelihood and income: Uttar Pradesh is one among the 10 poverty driven state.
And such project provides an ample source of income for the local population. The workers can easily
earn their lively hood without leaving there home town i.e. without bearing any extra expenses. This
income in turn enhances the livelihood of the entire family. The impact of the project is positive
though is effective for limited period of 250 days.

7.8.3.6. Impact on Population composition: The impact of the proposed mining project on
population composition will be marginal as only few skilled and managerial staff will be recruited
from outside and the rest will be recruited locally. So no in -migration or out –migration of the
villagers will occur.

7.8.3.7. Impact on Land use: The most of the land of this lease area is in the riverbed and the entire
excavated land will get replenished every year hence there will be no impact on the land use. It is a

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eco-friendly mining project. Every year the sediments in the riverbed accumulated, if these are not
removed/ excavated then riverbed level may be increased and the river may change its course which
may cause heavy losses to the life of nearby villagers and habitants

7.8.3.8. Impact on Farming: The entire mining area is part of river bed and the entire land is
Government Revenue Land. It is a non -forest land and the proposed activity are to take place in the
river bed. Scientific mining will be adopted in the proposed mining project the area will be free from
annual floods, which destroy standing crops, land and property. This is a positive impact of the
proposed mining project.

7.8.3.9.Impact on law & Order: As local people will be employed to run the quarry, no law & order
problem is envisaged. It is expected that the workers will attend to their duties from their residence
and return to their homes after the day’s work is over. There would have been law & order problem if
the workers were migrants and lived in shanties closed to the mining area. However, to meet any
untoward incident one police post may be set up closed to the project area.

7.8.3.10. Impact on consumption pattern: The field survey has revealed that people in the study are
poverty ridden. Increased household income may slightly change the consumption pattern of few but
majority of the people will continue to be burdened with poverty.

7.8.3.11 Impact on Health: Extraction of sand/ moram from river bed poses serious health risks due
to dust emission. The effect will depend upon the nature of the dust particles (inhalation may
Pneumoconiosis), silica content in it (causing Silicosis) and the size of the particles. The workers of
mine may also suffer with respiratory ailments, skin allergies etc due to long term exposure.

Mitigation measures: The regular health checkup of the workers is mandatory requirement to prevent
such negative impact. The regular monitoring of the air quality will also help the management to limit
the exposure time of the worker to prevent the respiratory diseases.

7.8.4 Recommendations: Under community health programmes, the mine operators will be
encouraged to invest in the building of healthcare infrastructure like hospitals, clinics, health
education resources, emergency response personnel and equipment, doctors, nurses and hygienists.
Given below are few steps to be taken by the mine operator to meet any health hazard during the
course of mining practices.

7.8.4.1 Safe work environment: The project proponent ensures health and safety of all the
employees at work. Intending to provide and maintain a safe work environment it should be ensured
that the machinery and equipment in use will be safe for employees. He further ensures that work
arrangements will be non-hazardous to employees.

7.8.4.2 Provision of first aid: There will be provision for First Aid and the person authorized will be
well trained in handling patients working in mines.

7.8.4.3 Regular health examination: Periodical medical examination as per Mines Rule 1955 will
be undertaken for all the mine workers. Regular health examination will be compulsory for all
workers engaged in extraction of minerals. The regular health examination will cover treatment of
serious back injury; existing asthma or respiratory diseases, existing skin diseases, lung function test
(pre and post ventolin), Audiograms, Chest X- ray etc.

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7.8.4.4 No work for temporal disabilities: The workers having temporary disability will stop doing
the job till he/she recovers from disabilities.

7.8.4.5 Health education: Adequate health education and information related to the job will be
provided to the workers. Baseline health information will be recorded for future references. Tie up
with the nearest hospital for medical help to meet the medical needs of the mine workers tie-ups with
nearest hospitals will be made. Efforts will be made to reserve few beds in the above hospitals for the
workers of the upcoming mining project. This will ensure timely medical aid to the affected persons.

7.8.4.6 Supply of mask, gloves etc: The workers in the sand mine are subject to respiratory diseases.
For protection from dust it will be made compulsory for all workers to wear masks and gloves, while
working in the mine. Administration of anti-venom injections Provision of Anti-venom therapy will
be made available for administration to the workers in case of snake, spider and insect bites, while
working in the mine.

7.8.4.7 Special telephone number: A special telephone number will be made available to the
workers in case of emergency so that they can dial the same for medical assistances. Further, efforts
will be made to provide vehicles to the patients in short duration for shifting to the health institutions.

7.8.4.8 Special group insurance scheme: All the mine workers will be covered under a Group
Insurance Scheme of LIC or any other Insurance company to achieve economic objectives and social
obligations.

7.8.4.9 Perception of local people: During the course of field survey people living in the sample
villages were requested to express their views about the up-coming mining project. Irrespective of the
distance of the villages from the mining site they all supported mining of sand/ moram (River Bed
material). They stated that it should be given top priority as the entire construction industry is
depended upon it.

7.8 INFULENCE ON LOCAL COMMUNITY

Socio-economic influence will be positive as there will be potential availability of employment,
improvement of physical and social infrastructures etc. As the project will fulfill the gap between the
demand supply and will also provide the opportunity for local marketing. For removal of sand from
the river bed material the company intended to recruit the local people and about 93 people will be
deployed which will enhance their family living status too.

7.9 CORPORATE ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIBILITY

Corporate environment responsibility (CER) refers to responsibility of a company to ensure positive
impact on environment, consumers, employees, communities, stakeholders and all other members of
public sphere. It is a new concept in the mining sector and the companies are still going through the
learning curve. The CER activities are increasingly being taken up by the project proponents not only
as fulfilling of mandatory provisions but also for the formation and or enhancement of brand image.
Besides the above, CER is seen more as a responsibility towards environment and society rather than
a business promotion activity. It is the need of the day for expansion of occupational welfare. The
project proponent of the upcoming sand mining project in the village has already identified the
activities, which are proposed to be undertaken for the benefits of the local community. This will not
only improve the socio-economic status of the people but also enhance the reputation of the project
proponent among the general public. The project proponent proposes to spend Rs. 3.54 lakhs on
activities as per the corporate environment responsibility.

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This is the proposed cost CER Plan, Activities and actual cost will be finalized as per the Actual need
of the area. (ON THE BASIS OF NEED BASE ASSESSMENT SURVEY)

Table 7.18: Budget allocation for CER Activities

S. No. Particulars Activity Budget Allocation

1. Drinking Water Installation of Hand pump nearby 1,20,000
villages and Schools
2. Infrastructure Solar street light nearby villages 84,000
3. Sanitation System Toilets for nearby Village for 1,20,000
Women
4. Health and Medical facilities Mobile/Medical camps of General 30,000
Health Check-up will be
conducted.
Total Proposed CER Cost Rs. 3,54,000
(3.54 Lakhs)

7.10 CONCLUSION:
The implementation of the mining project will generate both direct and indirect employment.
Scientific mining of minor minerals with proper will also reduce flooding of river banks, destruction
of standing crops, land and property to a great extent. Proper training to the workers will reduce the
risk of occurrence of any on site hazard. The project will also provide impetus to industrialization of
the area. At present agriculture is the main occupation of the people as most of the population depends
on it. With the implementation of the proposed mining project the occupational pattern of the people
in the area will change making more people engaged in industrial and business activities rather in
agriculture.
The study area is still lacking in education, health, housing, water, electricity etc. It is expected that
same will improve to a great extent due to proposed mining project and associated industrial and
business activities. It is therefore suggested that extraction of minerals should be taken up on regular
basis during the post monsoon period. This will dredge the river bed on regular basis, regulate the
course of the river and check flooding of the catchment area.
Proposed activities and expenses on Corporate Environment Responsibility will be as per CER
Mandate of the Government.

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S. No. CONTENTS Page No.

CHAPTER: 8 PROJECT BENEFITS 8/1- 8/5
8.0 GENERAL

8.1 BENEFITS OF MINING

8.2 EMPLOYMENT

8.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

8.4 ENHANCEMENT OF GREEN COVER

8.5 HEALTH

8.6 PROJECT SCHEDULE& COST ESTIMATES

Project- Sand/Morrum Mining, Category B1
River- Yamuna, Area- 35.63 Ha,
Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

CHAPTER: 8
PROJECT BENEFITS

8.0 GENERAL
The demand of Sand has been rising in the state as a result of rising in construction activities and
development of the proposed project aims to fulfill the supply of Sand. Hence, the fine quality of mineral
will be used further for development. The sediment in the form of river bed material (RBM) deposited is
of critical importance in civil and other infrastructural activities. The proposed project lies on the river
bed of Yamuna. The quality of Sand is fine and appropriate for the mega infrastructural activities. The
demand for Sand is ever growing with the growth of the infrastructure sector in our country. The mineral
is used mainly in the construction activities like buildings, bridges etc. The requirement for the mineral is
always high in the nearby cities and towns. Therefore, there is always a good demand of the mineral in
the domestic market. The local region demand is increasing; hence newer areas for Sand reserves are
approached.
The execution of the project i.e. removal of sediments will protect against widening of the river channel
and flooding of adjoining areas, bring overall improvement in the locality, neighborhoods and the State by
bringing industry, roads, water supply, electricity, employment, living standard and economic growth.
8.1 BENEFITS OF MINING
 Controlling river channel
 Protecting river banks
 Reducing submergence of adjoining agricultural lands due to flooding.
 Reducing aggradation of river level.
 Generating useful economic resource for construction.
 Generating employment.
 Improvement of socio economic conditions of nearby habitats.
8.2 EMPLOYMENT
The socio-economic conditions of the surrounding villages indicate that employment generation is
seasonal. The occupational activities are agriculture, cattle rearing and employment in mines but on daily
wages. The mining activity will provide employment to local people which will increase socio-economic
status of the area.

8.2.1 Direct employment

During the operational phase, about 93 people will be employed directly. Considering that some of the
skilled personnel to be employed for the project will be from outside the area and unskilled/ semiskilled
personnel will be from within the study area, the project will add to the well-being of the area. In addition
to the workforce the indirect employment will also be generated for local persons. It will help in bringing
prosperity to the area.

8.2.2 Indirect employment

The project will also provide some indirect employment to the people of nearby area of mine site. Some
people will get engaged in some pet shops like tea shop, vehicle repair center etc. It will also provide
some need based opportunity to the local public. The project will provide following indirect employment
to the local people:-

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 Transportation and warehousing in the region required to transfer the mineral will eventually be
needed and therefore trucks and jobs in logistical activities will come up.
 The Sand available will provide agency employment in the value chain analysis, for place utility and
retail.
 There will be development of externalities for the mine workers petty shops (tea, repair stations for
trucks etc.) as supporting services.
 As there would be vocational training camps and Technical Training of mining to the regional people,
hence there will be potential manpower available for the proposed and surrounding mines of the
Tehsil.
 This would create Indigenous Technologies for sustainable development.

8.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The opening of the proposed project will enhance the socio-economic activities in the adjoining areas.
This will result in following benefits:-
a) Improvements in physical infrastructure.
b) Improvements in Social Infrastructure.
c) Increase in Employment Potential.
d) Prevention of illegal mining.
e) During and Post-mining enhancement of green cover.

8.3.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The opening of the proposed project will improve the physical infrastructure of the adjoining areas. This
will include the following:-
 Improved road communication due to opening of the proposed project.
 Strengthening of existing community facilities through the Community Development Programme.
 Creation of community assets (infrastructure) like provision for drinking water, construction of
village roads, Dispensary & health center, community center, etc.
 Awareness program and community activities, like health camps, medical aids, family welfare
programs, Immunization camp sports & cultural activities, plantation etc.

8.3.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

There will be some obvious changes in various environmental parameters due to mining activity. There
will be positive impact in socio-economic area due to increased economic activities, creation of new
employment opportunities, infrastructural development and better educational and health facilities. Lessee
will also undertake awareness program and community activities like health, camps, medical aids, family
welfare camps, AIDS awareness program etc.
Physical & Social Infrastructure is provided, and if necessary other facilities will also be provided by
mine’s proponent.
• Road facility (existing roads will be maintained regularly)
• Public transport system improvement.

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• Direct & Indirect employment opportunity.

• Social awareness camps.
• Increase revenue, sales tax, road tax to state government.
• Formation of self- help groups for the women in nearby villages.

8.4 ENHANCEMENT OF GREEN COVER

Plantation/afforestation will be done as per program i.e. along the road sides and near civic amenities,
which will be allotted by Government bodies as it is not feasible to plant trees near the mine lease area.
Post plantation, the area will be regularly monitored in every season for evaluation of success rate. For
selection of plant species local people will also be involved. The management will provide free saplings
of fruit and other trees, etc. to local during rain for plantation.
Plantation has been proposed on both sides of the roads as greenbelt to provide cover against dust
dissemination. A massive plantation will be done nearby the mine area to mitigate the ill-effects of
mining and to improve environment of its surrounding area.

Table 8.1: Greenbelt Programme

Year wise no of saplings to be planted is as below:
Year Saplings to Survival Species Place of Plantation
be Planted 80%
I 200 160 Sal, Neem, Peepal, Sagon, Anwala, along the road side and
II 200 160 Babool, Shisham near civic amenities,
III 200 160 which will be allotted
IV 200 160 (Source: by Government Bodies
http://dcmsme.gov.in/dips/DIP%20Fatehpur.pdf) as it is not feasible to
V 200 160
Total 1000 800 plant trees near the
mine lease area.
Note: 5 Trees per ha in area near lease (Source: Sustainable Sand Mining Management Guidelines – 2016)

8.5 HEALTH
Periodic medical checkups as per Mines Act / Rules and other social development and promotional
activities will be undertaken. All this will assist to lift the general health status of the residents of the area
around mines.

8.6 PROJECT SCHEDULE& COST ESTIMATES:

Likely date of start of construction and likely date of completion:
Proposed project will be started after getting Environment Clearance and progressive closure plan will be
submitted in due course of time.

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Table 8.2: Project Cost along with analysis in terms of Economic Viability of the Project
S. No. Description Unit Total (Rs.)
1. Royalty Charges paid to Govt. 471/ m3 (5,34,450 m3) 25,17,25,950

A. Project Operation Cost (in Rs)

1. Manpower Cost: (Total Man power 93) 1,00,85,000
Assuming 250 days: 8 months &

Full time – 12 months

Mine Engineer (Full Time) -01 Rs. 25,000/ month = 3,00,000

Geologist (Full Time) -01 Rs. 35,000/ month = 4,20,000
Foreman (Full Time) -01 Rs. 20,000/ month = 2,40,000
Operators/Drivers -30 Rs 500/ day = 37,50,000
Office Staff -10 Rs 400/ day = 1,00,00,00
Workers -50 Rs. 350 / day = 43,75,000
2. Expenditure on Occupational
Health:

PPE & First Aid Facility Rs. 3000/worker (3000 x 7,31,000

93)=2,79,000

Medical checkup and Medicine  Doctor’s visit: 10,000/ month

(Once in a month) (Mine operation month: 8)
80,000.00/ Annual
 Medicines (Assuming 500/worker)
500 x 93 x 8 (Mine operation
Month) = 3,72,000
3. Equipment’s/Tools/Machineries 250 days Assuming Rs.5000/day 12,50,000

4. Drinking and Sanitary Facilities  Rs. 1000/day for 3,40,000

drinking/domestic (250 days)
 Rs. 30,000/ Bio-toilets x 3
Total (A) Project Operation Cost 1,24,06,000

B. Break-up of Expenditure on Environment Monitoring Programme (In lakhs)

Air Quality: Twice in week

a) Monitoring in the vicinity of
1 the mine 5.0
b) Monitoring in the vicinity of
the transportation network
Water Quality: Half Yearly
2 a) Surface Water quality 4.5
b) Groundwater around the site

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Half Yearly
3 Ambient Noise Level 1.0

Half Yearly
4 Soil Quality 3.0

Socio-economic condition of Once in Two year

5 2.0
local, population, physical survey
Inventory of Flora& Fauna (Bio -
6 1.5
diversity Survey)
Man power cost for environmental -
7 3.0
cell
Total (B) Environmental Monitoring Cost 20.0

C. Break-up of Expenditure on Environment Protection & Management (in Rs.)

1. Haulage Road Repair & Annual 7,00,000
Maintenance
 Filling, Leveling and widening of
the road up to width of 6m and 3300 m (L) x 6 m (W)
length of [3.3 km].
 Setting & Fixing of Cut Stone on
the leveled road.
2. Water Sprinkling on Haulage Road Assuming Rs.9000/day for 250 22,50,000
for Dust Suppression days of working
(Source: Surface Water)
Tanker Cost: Rs. 1000/Tanker
(Need of Tanker: Twice in a day for sprinkling)
Tanker Capacity: 5000 liter
No. of Tankers required: 9
3. Plantation along the road side Plantation@500/sapling(200 3,19,000
sapling/year)
Note: Five Trees per Ha (SSMMG, 2016)
Post Plantation [email protected]/day
(For 200 Saplings Annually.i.e.365
days).
Note: Annual cost will increase with increase in no. of
sapling.

Total (C) Environment Protection & Management Cost Rs. 32,69,000

GRAND TOTAL (A + B + C) 1,76,75,000

(177 Lakhs)

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Corporate Social Responsibility:

CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) details for the Project
Total Cost of the Project = Rs. 177.00 Lakhs
Yearly CSR cost for the project, i.e. 2% of the total project cost: Rs. 177.00 Lakhs x 0.02 = Rs. 3.54 Lakhs
per Year

This is the proposed cost CSR Plan, Activities and actual cost will be finalized as per the Actual
need of the area. (ON THE BASIS OF NEED BASE ASSESSMENT SURVEY)

Table 8.3: Estimated Cost for CSR Activities

S. No. Activity Cost per Unit (Rs) Quantity Total
1. Installation of Hand pump 40,000 03 1,20,000
nearby villages and Schools
2. Solar street light nearby villages 14000 06 84,000
3. Toilets for nearby Village for 60,000 02 1,20,000
Women
4. Mobile/Medical camps of 30,000 - 30,000
General Health Check-up will be
conducted.
Total Proposed CSR Cost Rs. 3,54,000
(3.54 Lakhs)

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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

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CHAPTER- 9: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 9/1 - 9/6
9.0 INTRODUCTION

9.1 POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES

9.2 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

9.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT

9.4 LAND ENVIRONMENT

9.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

9.6 SOCIO- ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

9.7 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES

9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGREMME

Project- Sand/Moram Mining,
River- Yamuna, Area- 35.63 Ha,
Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

CHAPTER 9
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

9.0 INTRODUCTION
To mitigate the adverse impacts which are likely to be caused due to the mining operation and overall
scientific development of local habitat, environmental management plan (EMP) has been formulated and
integrated with the mine planning.
The assimilative capacity of the study area is the maximum amount of pollution load that can be
discharged in the environment without affecting the designated use and is governed by dilution,
dispersion and removal due to physico-chemical and biological processes. The EMP is required to ensure
sustainable development in the study area of 10 Km radius of the proposed mining site; hence it needs to
be an all encompassive plan for the proposed activity. Government regulating agencies like Pollution
Control Board working in the region and more importantly the people living in the study area need to
extend their co-operation and contribution.

Environmental management for the proposed mining activity is discussed for the environmental impact
pertains to the operational phase. Even though reversible in nature - all the impacts will be visible only
during operational phase. It is planned to take corrective measures to ensure that these effects are kept to
bare minimum. The EMP will therefore, be initiated during planning stage itself.

The environmental management plan consists of a set of mitigation, management, monitoring and
institutional measures to be taken during implementation and operation of the project, to eliminate
adverse environmental impacts or reduce them to acceptable levels. The present environmental
management plan addresses the components of environment which are likely to be affected by the
different operations in the mine.

9.1 The Objectives of Environmental Management Plan are:

 Overall conservation of environment.

 Minimization of waste generation and pollution.
 Judicious use of natural resources and water.
 Safety, welfare and good health of the work men and populace.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
 Vigilance against probable disasters and accidents.
 Monitoring of cumulative and long-time impacts.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.

Environmental Management Plan (EMP) aims at the preservation of ecological system by considering in-
built pollution abatement facilities at the proposed site.

9.2 POLLUTION CONTROL MEASURES

9.2.1 Air Pollution Control
The proposed mining operations are not anticipated to raise the concentration of the pollutants beyond
prescribed limits. However, the following measures would be adopted to mitigate the pollution levels in
ambient air. Dust particles generated during various mining activities when become airborne lead to

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increase in particulates level in the ambient air. The major source of dust generation is the transport of
material by trucks and tractor trolleys. Adequate control measures shall be taken during mining operations
as well as transportation of minerals. The following measures will be taken to mitigate the fugitive dust
from different operations.

9.2.2 Prevention and control of Dust Pollution

The main pollutant in air is Particulate Matter (PM10), which is generated due to various mining activities.
However, to reduce the impact of dust pollution the following steps are being taken during various mining
activities.
a. During loading operation
No machinery shall be used in loading process. Loading will be done completely manual method.
b. During Transport operation
All the haulage roads in the area are being kept wide, leveled, compacted and properly maintained and
water is sprayed regularly during the shift operation to prevent generation of fugitive dust due to
movement of vehicles.
c. Monitoring of air pollution
 Laying of haul roads as per the standards to avoid or eliminate air – borne dust.
 Watering of haul roads and other roads at regular intervals
 Spraying of water on permanent transport roads at required frequencies.
 Provision of dust filters / mask to workers working at highly dust prone and affected areas.
 Provision of green belt by vegetation for trapping dust.
 Greenbelt development along the haul roads, dump and along the boundaries of the lease area.
 Utmost care will be taken to prevent spillage of sand and stone from the trucks.
 Speed of the vehicles should be maintained within the prescribed limits.
 Trucks should not be over loaded and should be maintained to the body level.

9.2 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

As there will be no heavy earth moving machinery there will not be any major impact on noise level due
to sand mining and other association activities a detailed noise survey has been carried out and results
were cross referenced with standards and were found to be well within limits. Blasting technique is not
used for sand and stone lifting, hence no possibility of land vibration. It was found that the proposed
mining activity will not have any significant impact on the noise environment of the region. The only
impact will be due to transportation of sand and stone by trucks and tractor trolleys.
The following control measures shall be taken to keep the ambient noise levels well within limits:

 Use of personal protective devices i.e., earmuffs and earplugs by workers, working in high noise
areas.
 The greenbelt with species of rich canopy in the lease area at suitable places and along the roads
will further attenuate the noise levels.
 Conducting periodical medical check-up of all workers for any noise related health problems
 Proper training to personnel to create awareness about adverse noise level effects.
 Planned noise monitoring at suitable locations in the mine and outside location for proper
effective remedial actions.
 Minimum use of horns and speed limit of 10 km/h
 Timely maintenance of vehicles and their silencers to minimize vibration and Sound.

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 Care will be taken to produce minimum sound during sand loading.

9.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT

9.3.1 Surface Water:
The major source of surface water pollution due to sand mining is insignificant, however the following
measures shall be undertaken to prevent water pollution. Utmost care will be taken to minimize spillage
of sand. Drainage around the mining area would be undertaken so that no rain water do not enter the
mining pits.
9.3.2 Ground Water
There would not be any adverse effect on the ground water quality. The mineral formation does not
contain any harmful element, which could percolate into the ground and pollute the ground water. Hence,
no control measures are required. However, regular monitoring of quality in the existing hand pumps/tube
wells in the vicinity would be carried out both with reference to area and times intervals to study the
hydrodynamics of the strata.

9.4 LAND ENVIRONMENT

Any mining activity may alter the land use pattern in the lease area. In order to minimize the adverse
effects, the following suggestions have been made. Degradation of land is not a very significant adverse
impact of river terrace mining due creation of access roads, mining operations, transportation of mined
material. In order to prevent the environmental degradation of leased mine area and its surroundings, the
following measures shall be taken;
 Minimal damage to the flora standing around the lease area.
 Operations during daylight only.
 Mining is avoided during the monsoon season and at the time of floods.
 Care will be taken to ensure that ponds are not formed in the river bed.

9.4.1 Plantation and Soil Conservation

The main objective of the green belt is to provide a barrier between the source of pollution and the
surrounding areas. The green belt helps to capture the fugitive emission and to attenuate the noise
generated apart from improving the aesthetics. Development of green belt and other forms of greenery
shall also prevent soil erosion and washing away of topsoil besides helping in stabilizing the functional
ecosystem and further to make the climate more conducive and to restore water balance. While making
choice of plant species for cultivation in green belts, weightage has to be given priority to the natural
factor of bio-climate. It is also presumed that the selected plants will be grown as per normal horticultural
(or forestry) practice and authorities responsible for plantation will also make sure that adequate provision
for watering and protection of the saplings exists at site.

Year wise plantation activity shall be undertaken as given below:

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Table 9.1: Greenbelt Development Plan

Year Saplings Survival Species Pollution Total cost Place of
to be 80% Control Plantation
Planted features
I 200 160 Sal, Neem, Tolerant to Plantation@500/sapl Along the road
II 200 160 Peepal, Sagon, SO2 and ing(200 side and near
III 200 160 Anwala, Dust sapling/year)= civic amenities,
IV 200 160 Babool, Control 1,00,000 which will be
V 200 160 Shisham Five Trees per Ha allotted by
Total 1000 800 Post Plantation Government
(Source: [email protected]/day Bodies as it is
http://dcmsme.gov.i (For 200 Saplings not feasible to
n/dips/DIP%20Fat
ehpur.pdf ) Annually.i.e.365 plant trees near
days). = 2,19,000 the mine lease
Total= 3,19,000 area.

Note: Annual cost will

increase with increase in
no. of sapling.

9.4.2 Post Mining Land Use

As the mining lease area is part of river bed and is at a safe distance from the river bank, which is
government trasverse land. The land form is mostly river bed and non-forest land. Moreover there will be
no change in land use as the mining will be confined to river bed, which will get replenished naturally in
the subsequent monsoon season.

9.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

The mining activity will have insignificant effect on the existing flora and fauna. Data have been
collected from various Government Departments such as forests, agriculture, fisheries, animal husbandry
and various offices to establish the pre project biological environmental conditions.
9.5.1 Mitigation of Impacts on Biological Environment
There is a requirement to establish a stable ecosystem with both ecological and economic returns.
Minimization of soil erosion and dust pollution enhances the beauty of the core and the buffer zone. To
achieve this it is planned to increase plantation activities. The basic objectives of plantations are as
follows.
Improvement of Soil quality
Quick vegetative cover to check soil erosion
Improvement in river bank stability
Conservation of biological diversity

9.6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

9.6.1 Management Plan for Socio-Economic Environment
In general, socio-economic environment will have positive impact due to the mining project in the area.
The deployed laborers will be from nearby villages only as these people are mainly dependent upon
such mining activities.
In order to further improve the socio-economic conditions of the area, the management will contribute
for development works in consultation with local bodies.

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The lessee has already allocated Rs.3.54 Lakhs (As per demand) for Socio-Economic Measures.

9.6.2 CSR Cost Expenditure:

This is the proposed cost for CSR Plan; Actual cost will be finalized as per the authentic need of the area.
On the basis of need base assessment survey as mentioned in chapter 8 also.

Table 9.2: Budget Allocation for CSR Activities

S. No. Activity Cost per Unit (Rs) Quantity Total
1. Installation of Hand pump 40,000 03 120,000
nearby villages and Schools
2. Solar street light nearby villages 14000 06 84,000
3. Toilets for nearby Village for 60,000 02 120,000
Women
4. Mobile/Medical camps of 30,000 30,000
General Health Check-up will be
conducted.
Total Annual Proposed CSR Cost Rs. 3,54,000
(3.54 Lakhs)

9.7 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES

Occupational health and safety (OHS) is a cross-disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety,
health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment. The goal of all occupational health and
safety programs is to foster a safe work environment. To control and minimize the risks at workplace,
M/s. Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd. implements Health, Safety and Environment Policy with the
following objectives
To prevent hazards
To provide safe and healthy environment to all the employees.
The company, therefore, adopts the policy set below for the purpose of creating and maintaining safe and
healthy environment.

9.7.1 Occupational health hazards at mine site:

Mining activity experiences risk of a number of hazards. Some examples of such hazards are as under:

 Exposure to dust
 Noise exposure
 Physical Hazards
 Vehicular movements and other related issues.

These mainly impact on those working within the mine although health hazards can also impact on local
communities.

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9.7.2 Implementation of Occupational Health and Safety Measures

Occupational Health & Safety measures result in improving the conditions under which workers are
employed and work. It improves not only their physical efficiency, but also provides protection to their
life and limb. Management will consider the following safety measures:
 The collection of minor minerals from the Sand mine does not cause any occupational ill effects.
 Except fugitive dust generation there is no source which can show a probability for health related
diseases and proper dust suppression will control dust generation and dispersion.
 Dust masks will be provided to the workers working in the dust prone areas as additional personal
protective equipment.
 The occupational health hazards have so far not been reported.
 Awareness program will be conducted about likely occupational health hazards so as to have
preventive action in place.
 Any workers health related problem will be properly addressed.
 Periodical medical checkup will be conducted.
 Promote occupational health and safety within their organization and develop safer and Heal their
ways of working.
 Help supervise the investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions, study possible causes
and recommend remedial action.
 Develop and implement training sessions for management, supervisors and workers on health and
safety practices and legislation.
 Coordinate emergency procedures, mine rescues, firefighting and first aid crews.

9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGREMME

Details of the Environmental Monitoring Programme have been incorporated in Chapter 6
(Environmental Monitoring Programme) of this report.

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(See Paragaraph 7)

CHAPTER- 10
SUMMARY OF EIA

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CHAPTER- 10: SUMMARY OF EIA

10/1-10/10
10.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

10.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

10.3 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION

MEASURES
10.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME

10.5 ADDITIONAL STUDIES

10.6 PROJECT STUDIES

10.7 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

Project- Sand/Moram Mining,
River- Yamuna, Area- 35.63 Ha, Category: B1
Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

CHAPTER: 10
SUMMARY OF EIA
10.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

10.1.1 Introduction of the Project & Proponent

The project is being proposed by M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd as per the lease agreement dated
on 25/01/2018 vide letter no. 205/30 - उपखनिज (2017-18). The proposed project is to mine
sand/moram from river bed of Yamuna, Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133,153 & 162, village: Oti,
Tehsil and District: Fatehpur, State U.P. over an area of 35.63 Ha. The proposed production is 5,34,450
m3 per annum.
As per the Gazette Notification dated 14th Sep, 2006 and its subsequent amendments, the project is
classified as Category – B since the project does not attracts the General Condition.

The project is further classified under category B1 having mining lease area 35.63 Ha as per the
Gazette Notification dated 15th January 2016.

10.1.2 Location
The mining lease area (35.63 Ha) is located in village bed of Yamuna, Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to
133,153 & 162, village: OTI, Tehsil and District: Fatehpur, State U.P. It falls Survey of India
Toposheet No. 63 C/10 within Latitude: 25°43'13.62"N to 25°43'11.57"N & Longitudes:
80°34'56.28"E to 80°35'16.86"E. Mining area is 3.3 km away from State Highway & 8.0 km away
from National Highway-232. The Nearest Railway Station is Fatehpur Railway Station 30 Km towards
NE from the lease area.
The GPS Coordinates of the mining lease area is:

Table 10.1: GPS Co-ordinates of Site

Pillars Latitude Longitude

A 25°43'13.62"N 80°34'56.28"E
B 25°43'21.03"N 80°35'1.04"E
C 25°43'11.57"N 80°35'16.86"E
D 25°43'4.11"N 80°35'11.58"E

10.1.3 Mining Method

It shall be opencast semi-mechanized mine. Sand /Morrum shall be exploited with deployment of a
Scrapper, Loader, Truck & Tractors. Proposed height & width of benches shall be kept 1.6m & 3.2m
respectively over all pit slopes shall be maintained less than 37º. Depth of pits shall be increased upto
3.0m from surface according to deposition of sand/Morrum but mining will be confined above the
water table.
Working Depth: Ultimate depth of pits shall kept 1.6m from the surface.

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10.1.4 Water Requirement

In the river bed mining projects there is as such no need of water to carry out operations, except for
dust suppression, drinking for workers and plantation.
Table 10.2: Water requirement
Source Purpose Avg. Demand/ Day

Portable Tanker Drinking 1.4 KLD

Surface Water Land reclamation/plantation 1.0 KLD

Dust suppression 39.6 KLD

Total 42.0 KLD

10.2 DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

10.2.1 Baseline Data

The data collected has been used to understand the existing environment scenario around the proposed
mining project against which the potential impacts of the project can be assessed.
Environmental data has been collected in relation to proposed mining for:-
(a) Air
(b) Noise
(c) Water
(d) Soil
(e) Ecology and Biodiversity
Table 10.3: Baseline Environmental Status
Attribute Baseline status
Ambient Air Quality Ambient AirAmbient
Quality Monitoring reveals
air quality was that the maximum
monitored & minimum
at 5 locations within a 5 km radius
concentrations of PM10 & PM2.5 for all the 5 AQ monitoring stations
were found to be within the prescribed limit of CPCB.
As far as the gaseous pollutants SO2 and NO2 are concerned, the
prescribed CPCB limit of 80 µg/m3 for residential and rural areas has
never been surpassed at any station.
Noise Levels Noise monitoring was carried out at 5 locations. The results of the
monitoring program indicated that both the daytime and night time levels
of noise were well within the prescribed limits of NAAQS, at all the five
locations monitored.
Water Quality 5 Groundwater samples and 2 surface water samples were analyzed and
concluded that:
The ground water from all sources remains suitable for drinking
purposes as all the constituents are within the limits prescribed by
drinking water standards by Indian Standards IS: 10500.
Soil Quality Samples collected from identified locations indicate the soil is sandy
type and the soil is slightly alkaline in nature.
Ecology and Bio- There are no Ecologically Sensitive Areas present in the study area.
diversity

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Socio-economy The implementation of the sand mining project on river Yamuna in

district Fatehpur will throw opportunities to local people for both direct
and indirect employment.
The study area is still lacking in education, health, housing, water,
electricity etc. It is expected that same will improve to a great extent due
to proposed mining project and associated industrial and business
activities.

10.3 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

10.3.1 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

a. Flora
Core Zone:-
The core zone area consists of riparian vegetation in which aquatic and marshland plants are the main
component. Most among them are weeds no ecologically sensitive plant species has been reported
from this area. Riparian vegetation is found along the river side.

Buffer zone:-
Buffer zone of the proposed project is mainly agricultural land. The Flora to buffer zone comprises of
plants growing on the agricultural land, village woodlots and trees planted along the roads. The tree
species observed in the area are, Aam (Mangifera indica), Jamun (Syzygium cumini), Bail (Aegle
marmelos), Bakain (Melia azedarach), Bargad (Ficus bengalensis), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Peepal
(Ficus religiosa), Popular (Populas dealtoides), Safeda (Eucalyptus umbelatus), Sisam (Dalbergia
sissoo), etc.

b. Fauna
Core zone:
During the faunal survey in the area no wildlife corridor or movement of animals was recorded from
proposed project area. No established habitats of any mammals or birds are noticed in river bed and
along the banks. No bird’s habitats like nesting, breeding and forging patterns are noticed in the core
zone. Local birds are noticed crossing over the banks in search of food. No fixed pattern in migratory
behavior is noticed.

Buffer zone:
Many domesticated mammal species are reported from buffer zone during the field survey. Common
domestic animals like Buffalo, cow, goat etc. can be noticed in open grass fields while grazing.
The bird population consists of Common teal (Anas crecca), White throated kingfisher (Halcyon
smyrnensis), Pied kingfisher (Ceryle rudis), Red wattled lapwing etc are noticed. House crow (Corvus
splendens), House sparrow (Passer domesticus), etc are noticed.

Table 10.4 Anticipated impact and mitigation measures for biological environment
Impact predicted Suggestive measures
Disturbance to free  Care will be taken not to hunt animals/birds by labourers;
movement / living of wild  If wild animals/birds are noticed crossing the core zone,
fauna viz. Birds, Reptiles they will not be disturbed at all; If birds are noticed crossing
etc.  Noise level will be maintained within permissible limit (silent
zone 50 dB(A) during day time or residential zone 55 dB(A)) as
per noise pollution (regulation and control), rules, 2000, of
CPCB.

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Disturbance of riparian  The riparian ecosystem or the wetlands will not be destroyed by
ecosystem/ wetlands the mine owners /workers. Mining will be carried out on the dry
river bed area and the river water channel will not be disturbed
at all.
Impact on Agriculture  There will be no impact on the Agriculture. Dust generated will
be suppressed during mining operation at mining site as well as
during transportation will be suppressed by sprinkling.
Impact on land use and  There will be no conversion of Forest land. Mining will be
vegetation carried out on the dry part of the river Channel.
Monitoring of upstream and  Water quality will be monitored from upstream and downstream
downstream water quality area to assess the impact on water quality and plankton. The
mining activity will be controlled to maintain the clean water
conditions.

10.3.2: LAND ENVIRONMENT

The mining and allied activities involved in river bed mining are creation of temporary haul roads /
transportation track. The scientific mining i.e. systematic removal of sand will not cause bed
degradation and will not affect aquatic environment.
Table 10.5: Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures for Land Environment
Impact Mitigation Measures
 Undercutting and collapse of river banks.  Undercutting and collapse of river banks will
 Loss of adjacent land and/or structures. be avoided as adequate safety distance will be
 Upstream erosion as a result of an increase in left from banks.
channel slope and changes in flow  Upstream and downstream erosion due to
velocity. increased carrying capacity of the stream,
 Downstream erosion due to increased carrying downstream changes in patterns of deposition
capacity of the stream. and changes in channel bed and habitat type
 Downstream changes in patterns of deposition. will be avoided as no in-stream mining is
 Changes in channel bed and habitat type. done
 Since the project is mainly for sand
excavation (soil deficient), no loss of top soil
is involved /anticipated.
 The River Bed Mining activity will be done
manually/semi-mechanized which will avoid
adverse effects associated with heavy
machinery / equipments / their functioning.
 Sand mining will be restricted down to 3.0 m
below ground level or above the ground water
table whichever comes first.
 The River Bed Mining will be done in
unsaturated zone, thus minimizing loss to
habitat.

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10.3.3: AIR ENVIRONMENT

Anticipated impacts and evaluation:
In mining operations, loading, transportation and unloading operations may cause deterioration in air
quality due to handling dry materials. In the present case, only wet materials will be handled, thus
eliminating problems of fugitive dust.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
The collection and lifting of minerals will be done manually. Therefore the dust generated is likely to
be insignificant as there will be no drilling & blasting. The only air pollution sources are the road
transport network of the trucks. The mitigation measures like the following will be resorted.
 Water sprinkling will be done on the roads regularly. This will reduce dust emission further by
75%.
 Care will be taken to prevent spillage by covering the carrying vehicles with tarpaulin and
sprinkling of water, if dry.
 Fortnightly scraping of road in order to keep the roads almost leveled. This will ensure smooth
flow of vehicles and also prevent spillage.
 Overloading will be kept under check by giving prior awareness.
 Proper Tuning of vehicles to keep the gas emissions under check.
 Plantation of trees along the roads to help reduce the impact of dust in the nearby villages.
 Care will be taken to use PUC certified trucks.

10.3.4: WATER ENVIRONMENT

Mining of Sand/Moram from river bed has a direct impact on the stream’s physical habitat
characteristics. These characteristics include geometry, bed evaluation, substrate composition and
stability, in stream roughness elements, depth, velocity, turbidity, sediment transport, stream discharge
and temperature. Altering these habitat characteristics can have deleterious impacts on both in stream
biota and associated riparian habitat.

Table 10.6: Impact Prediction & Mitigation Measures for Water Environment
Impact Prediction Mitigation Measures
 Flow pattern might be  No diversion is proposed. There will not be any adverse
Changed due to river bed impact on flow pattern, surface hydrology and ground
Mining. water regime.
 Mining activities depth  Mining activities will be restricted to 3.0m depth, which
will be increased, which will not cause much change in flow pattern of the river.
may result in increase of
Flow velocity.
 Change in surface water Quality  There will be no change in surface water quality as river
and ground water Quality. is seasonal.
 Ground water quality will not be affected due to mining
activities as it is restricted to 3.0m depth and the water
level is 15 m bgl below the surface of river bed.
 The mining will not be allowed below the water table.
 Regular monitoring of water samples will be done as
precautionary measures.
 Waste water discharge  Portable Bio-toilets will be used; hence no sewage /
liquid effluent will be generated and contamination is
also not expected due to percolation.

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Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

10.3.5: NOISE ENVIRONMENT

Anticipated impacts and evaluation:
The mining methodology is done in semi mechanized process so there will not be any major impact on
noise level due to the mining. The only impact will be due to transportation of materials by trucks.
 Mental disturbance, stress & impaired hearing.
 Decrease in speech reception & communication.
 Distraction and diminished concentration affecting job performance efficiency.
Mitigation measures
 Well maintained vehicle will be used which will reduced the noise level.
 Plantation: Plantation of trees along the road will be done to dampen the noise, if possible.
 Hearing Protection: No hearing protection is generally needed for River Bed Mining projects.
 The vehicles will be maintained in good running condition so that noise will be reduced to
minimum possible level.
 Awareness will be imparted prior to mining operations that smoke silencers remain in a good
conditions not to generate noise.
 In addition, truck drivers will be instructed to make minimum use of horns at the village area.
 Where ever space is made available by the authorities’ plantation will be done and also post
plantation care will be provided.

10.3.6: SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

The implementation of mining project will generate both direct and indirect employment. Since the
quarries will be allotted on lease basis, mining operation will be legally valid and it will bring income
to the state exchequer. It will also reduce flooding of river banks, destruction of standing crops, land
and property to a great extent. With the implementation of the proposed mining project the
occupational pattern of the people in the area will change making more people engaged in industrial
and business activities, employment opportunities will further increase.

10.4 ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PROGRAME

Regular Monitoring of all the environmental parameters viz., air, water, noise and soil as per the
formulated program based on CPCB and MoEF&CC guidelines will be carried out every year in
order to detect any changes from the baseline status.

Table 10.7: Monitoring Schedule & Parameters

S.No. Attributes Parameters for monitoring Frequency Locations
1. Meteorology Wind speed, Wind direction, Minimum 1 site Regularly in one
Dry bulb temperature, in the project season by Weather
Wet bulb temperature, impact area Monitoring Station
Relative humidity, Rainfall
2. Ambient Air PM 10, PM 2.5, SO2, NOx, Free As per CPCB/ One location in
Silica MoEF&CC down wind
requirement i.e. direction /impact
24 hourly zone (core Zone) &
monitoring for four locations in
one month in Buffer zone.
each season
except monsoon.
3. Noise Noise level at Day and Night – Periodic/ As per One location in
Leq dB (A) CPCB norms core Zone (Mine

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District- Fatehpur, U.P.

Day Time: Leq (6.00 AM to Boundary) &

10.00 PM) High noise
Night Time: Leq (10.00 PM) To generating areas
6.00 AM) within buffer Zone
4. Water Quality TDS, Total Hardness, Calcium Diurnal and Set of grab samples
& Surface hardness, Magnesium hardness, Season wise during pre and
Water Quality Chloride, Fluoride, Sulphate, post-monsoon for
Nitrates, pH ,Alkalinity, Iron, As per IS ground and surface
Odour, Zinc, Cyanide, Taste, 10500-2012 water for 10 km
Copper & Microbiological distance.
Parameter As per IS
10500:2012
5. Soil quality pH, Bulk Density, Soil texture, Yearly 5 location in the
Monitoring Nitrogen, Available Project impact area
Phosphorus,
Potassium, Calcium,
Magnesium, Sodium, Electrical
Conductivity,
Organic Matter, Chloride
6. Socioeconomic  Demographic structure Yearly Socio -economic
Status  Infrastructure resource survey is based on
base proportionate,
 Economic resource base stratified and
 Health status: random sampling
Morbidity pattern method.
 Cultural and aesthetic
attributes Secondary data
 Education from census
records, statistical
hard books, topo-
sheets, health
records and
relevant official
records available
with Govt.
agencies.
7. Ecological  Green Belt Yearly Survey
Impact Development
 Conservation of Wild Secondary data
Life from statistical
hard books,
toposheets and
relevant official
records available
with Govt. agencies

10.5 ADDITION STUDIES

The study area, also known as Impact Area has been defined as sum total of core and buffer area with
a ten kilometers radius of the periphery of the mine lease or project site. The study area includes all
the land marks both natural and manmade, falling therein. The study area of the proposed sand
mining project is spread over in two district Fatehpur and Banda district in Uttar Pradesh. There are
19 villages in Fatehpur district and 26 villages in Banda district.

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Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

Table 10.8: Demographic details of the Study Area

S.No. Particulars Study Area
1 Actual Population 1,06,753
a) Male 57,065
b) Female 49,688
2 Literacy Rate 58 %
Area (Sq.Km) 272.45
3 No. Of Households 18,013
4 Density (person/ Sq.Km) 392
5 Sex ratio (per 1000) 901
6 Percentage of Illiterate 40 %
7 Employment Status
a) Total working 39.27 %
population
b) Non -working 60.57 %
population
8 Occupational Status
a) Cultivators 35.1 %
b) Agricultural 40.5%
labourers
c) Household 5.0%
Industry
d) Other workers 19.3 %
Source
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0941_PART_B_DCHB_FATEHPUR.pdf
 censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0939_PART_B_DCHB_BANDA.pdf

10.6 PROJECT BENEFIT

10.6.1 BENEFITS OF MINING

 Controlling river channel
 Protecting river banks
 Reducing submergence of adjoining agricultural lands due to flooding.
 Reducing aggradation of river level.
 Generating useful economic resource for construction.
 Generating employment.
 Improvement of socio economic conditions of nearby habitats.

10.6.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The opening of the proposed project will enhance the socio-economic activities in the adjoining
areas. This will result in following benefits:-
a) Improvements in physical infrastructure.
b) Improvements in Social Infrastructure.
c) Increase in Employment Potential.
d) Prevention of illegal mining.
e) During and Post-mining enhancement of green cover.

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Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

10.6.3 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The opening of the proposed project will improve the physical infrastructure of the adjoining areas.
This will include the following:-
• Improved road communication due to opening of the proposed project.
• Strengthening of existing community facilities through the Community Development
Programme.
• Creation of community assets (infrastructure) like provision for drinking water, construction of
village roads, Dispensary & health center, community center, etc.
• Awareness program and community activities, like health camps, medical aids, family welfare
programs, Immunization camp sports & cultural activities, plantation etc.

10.6.4 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Total Cost of the Project = Rs. 1.77 Crore
Yearly CSR cost for the project, i.e. 2% of the total project cost: Rs. 1.77 Crore x 0.02 = Rs. 3.54
Lakhs per Year.

This is the proposed cost CSR Plan, Activities and actual cost will be finalized as per the
Actual need of the area. (ON THE BASIS OF NEED BASE ASSESSMENT SURVEY)

Table 10.9: Budget Allocation for CSR Activities

S. No. Activity Cost per Unit Quantity Total
(Rs)
1. Installation of Hand pump nearby villages and Schools 40,000 03 120,000

2. Solar street light nearby villages 14000 06 84,000

3. Toilets for nearby Village for Women 60,000 02 120,000
4. Mobile/Medical camps of General Health Check-up 30,000 30,000
will be conducted.
Total Proposed CSR Cost Rs. 3,54,000
(3.54 Lakhs)

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Village- Oti, Tehsil-Fatehpur, Final EIA Report
District- Fatehpur, U.P.

10.7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

The environmental management plan consists of a set of mitigation, management, monitoring and
institutional measures to be taken during implementation and operation of the project, to eliminate
adverse environmental impacts or reduce them to acceptable levels. The present environmental
management plan addresses the components of environment which are likely to be affected by the
different operations in the mine. It includes:
 Overall conservation of environment.
 Minimization of waste generation and pollution.
 Judicious use of natural resources and water.
 Safety, welfare and good health of the work men and populace.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
 Vigilance against probable disasters and accidents.
 Monitoring of cumulative and long-time impacts.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.

Table 10.10: Budget Allocation for Environment Monitoring Programme

Break-up of Expenditure on Environment Protection & Environment Management

Cost to be incurred
S. No Description
(in lakhs/annum)
Air Quality:
a) Monitoring in the vicinity of the mine
1 b) Monitoring in the vicinity of the transportation network 8.5
c) Cost of dust suppression
d) Cost of scraping/ bulldozing the accumulated dust on road

Water Quality:
2 a) Surface Water quality 6.5
b) Groundwater around the site
3 Ambient Noise Level 1.2
4 Soil Quality 3.8
5 Socio-economic condition of local, population, physical survey 3.0

6 Inventory of Flora(tree plantation, survival etc) & Fauna 1.5

7 Man power cost for environmental cell 2.5
Total 27.0 Lakhs (Rs. 27,00,000)

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DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANT

Project Name: “Sand/Moram Mine”

At Yamuna River Bed,
Gata No. 108 to 120, 124 to 133,153 & 162,
Village: Oti, Tehsil/ District: Fatehpur (State U.P.)
Area: 35.63 Ha, Schedule- 1(a)i, Category- B1
Applicant Name: M/s Bansidhar Construction Pvt. Ltd
Name and address of the GLOBUS ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING SERVICES
Consultant 326-AB, 3rd Floor, Sahara Shopping Center, Faizabad Road,
Lucknow -2260160. Contact: 0522-4037540,+91-7398041242

Certificate No. NABET/EIA/1821/IA0034, Valid Till April 03/2021

Mr. Akhilesh Kumar Gupta
Personnel involved in Mr. Sandeep Kumar
preparation of EIA/EMP
Ms. Meera Dubey
report
Ms. Shukti Singh
Mr. Amen Xavier

COORDINATORS & FUNCTIONAL AREA EXPERTS INVOLVED:

In- House
EIA Coordinator Mr. Sandeep Kumar
FAE-AP Ms. Meera Dubey
FAE-AP Mr. Sandeep Kumar
FAE-EB Mr. Sandeep Kumar
FAE- SE Mr. Amen Xavier
FAE-SW Ms. Shukti Singh
FAE-WP Ms. Meera Dubey
Empanelled
FAE-AQ Mr. Vikas Pandey
FAE- BMW Mr. Vikas Pandey
FAE-GEO Dr. Ajay Mishra
FAE- HG Dr. Ajay Mishra
FAE- HW Mr. Vikas Pandey
FAE-LU Dr. Ajay Mishra
FAE-NV Mr. Vikas Pandey
FAE- RH Mr. Gautam K. Banerji
FAE-SHW Mr. Vikas Pandey
FAE-SC Mr. Tulsi Ram Rathore

Team- Members:
Mr. Matloob Ansari Environmental Executive
Mr. Shivraj Singh Environmental Executive

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