Executive Summary

Executive Summary
of
Interlinked Projects
GREENFIELD INTEGRATED STEEL PLANT
[Iron ore beneficiation Plant: 2.0 MTPA, Pelletisation Plant with Coal Gasifier
(2 X 17000 Nm3/Hr): 1.40MTPA, Sinter Plant (1X90 M 2): 1.0 MTPA
Coke Oven: 0.5 MTPA, Blast Furnace (2x550 M 3): 1.16 MTPA,
Submerged Arc Furnace (2X 9 MVA) for FeMn /SiMn/ FeCr With AOD
Converter): 0.042 MTPA, Submerged Arc Furnace (2X 12 MVA) for Titanium Slag:
0.036 MTPA, Power Generation : 85 MW {30MW AFBC/CFBC and WHRB 55MW},
Oxygen Plant: 250 TPD, Fly Ash Brick plant: 2 crore bricks per annum and Railway
Sliding ]

Project by
Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Limited
At
KH No. 508/28 and other Survey nos., Village – Jalso,
Tehsil – Tilda, District – Raipur, Chhattisgarh
And
GREENFIELD STEEL PLANT
[Sponge Iron: 0.33 MTPA, Steel Melting Shop: EOF-LRF with slab caster:
1.1 MTPA, Hot Strip Mill: Flat Products (HR Coil/MS Plate): 1.0 MTPA, Power
Generation:65 MW { AFBC/CFBC : 45 MW, WHRB : 20 MW }, Oxygen Plant :250
TPD and Fly Ash Brick Plant – 2 crore bricks per annum]

Project by
M/s. Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited
At
Kh. No. 445/21 and other at Village Jalso, Tehsil Tilda, District Raipur, Chhattisgarh

Environmental Consultant
Pollution and Ecology Control Services
NABET Extension Letter: QCI/NABET/ENV/ACO/21/2133 dated 17 th November, 2021

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The present report is a combined EIA/EMP report for the interlinked project i.e. Integrated Steel
Plant of Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL) and steel plant of Shri Bajrang Steel
Corporate Limited (SBSCL). This report is prepared as per the format mentioned in 14 th September
2006 Notification of Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC),
Government of India & in subsequent amendments and the OM dated 24/12/2010 prescribed by
MOEF &CC, for the combined EIA report of interlinked project.

Earlier Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL) proposed to set up an integrated steel plant
in Chhattisgarh State. The technological process route selected by SBSCL is Coal based Sponge
Iron plant – Induction furnace/ electric arc furnace - rolling mills for production of long as well as
flat products with inclusion of Blast Furnace, Sinter Plant, Pelletization Plant, Iron Ore
Beneficiation, Oxygen Plant, Ferro Alloys with AOD Converter, Titanium Slag Fly Ash Brick Plant
and Railway Siding. The proposal was considered by the EAC (Industry 1) in its 32 nd meeting of the
Re-constituted EAC (Industry-I) held on 15th -17th March, 2021. After deliberations, the Committee
recommended the project proposal for prescribing specific ToRs along with generic TOR and
additional TOR for undertaking detailed EIA and EMP study. Accordingly, TOR was issued vide
letter no J-11011/37/2021-IA.II (I) dated 30th March 2021. The company wish to propose
transfer/changes/modification/addition in the proposed project for which above referred TOR has
been issued by MOEF & CC, New Delhi. The Project was split up in two companies i.e. Shri
Bajrang Steel Corporate Ltd and Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited.

Accordingly applications were made for transfer of TOR and amendment of TOR by Shri Bajrang
Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL). The Project was apprised and recommended for transfer of
TOR with amendment in its 42nd meeting and TOR was granted vide No. J-11011/37/2021-IA.II (I)
dated 10th September 2021 for the following products.

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Sr. No Product Quantity

1 Iron Ore Benefication Plant 2.0 MTPA
2 Pelletization Plant with Coal gasifier
(2X17000 NM3 /hr) 1.40 MTPA
3 Sinter Plant (1x90m2 ) 1.0 MTPA
4 Coke Oven 0.5 MTPA
5 Blast Furnace (2x550 m3 ) 1.16 MTPA
6 Ferro Alloy Plant
i) Ferro Alloy with AOD convertor
Fe-Mn/ Si-Mn /Fe-Cr (2X9 MVA SAF) 42000 TPA
7 Titanium Slag (2X12 MVA SAF) 36000 TPA (2X18000TPA)
8 Power Generation
i) Waste Heat Recovery Based Power plant 55 MW (35 coke oven gas
(WHRB) based + 20 MW BF gas based)
ii)
Coal Based Power Plant (CFBC/AFBC) 1X 30 MW
9 Oxygen Plant 1X250 TPD
10 Fly Ash Brick plant 2 Crore bricks per annum
11 Railway siding 3.0 MTPA

Another application had made for the issue of fresh TOR in the name of Shri Bajrang Steel
Corporate Limited (SBSCL) on 18-09-2021. The Project was appraised and recommended for
fresh TOR. TOR was granted vide No. J-11011/304/2021-IA.II (IND-I) dated 18th October 2021 for
the following products
Sr. No Product Quantity
1 Sponge Iron 0.33 MTPA (2x500 TPD)
2 1.1 MTPA (2 x 0.55 MTPA)
Steel Melting Shop
(2X65T EOF with 24.5 heat /per day per EOF,
EOF-LRF with slab Caster
2 X65 T LRF & 2x1 strand slab caster 9 m radius)
3 Hot Strip Mill - Flat Products
1.0MTPA
(HR Coil/MS Plate)
4 Power Generation (65 MW)
i) Waste Heat Recovery Based 20 MW
Power Plant (WHRB)
ii) Coal based Power plant
1x45 MW
(AFBC/CFBC)
5 Oxygen Plant 1x250 TPD
6 Fly Ash Brick plant 2 Crore Bricks Per Annum

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Salient features of the proposed project site

S.N. Details Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate
Limited (SBPIL) Ltd

i. Plot no. Kh.No. 508/28 and other at Kh.No. 445/21 and other at
Village Jalso, Tahsil Tilda, Dist. Village Jalso, Tahsil Tilda, Dist.
Raipur, Chhattisgarh Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

ii Village Jalso
iii Tehsil Tilda
iv District Raipur
v State Chhattisgarh
vi Co-ordinates A) A) 21°28'20.15"N A) 21°28'20.66"N
81°48'21.95"E 81°47'46.55"E
B) B) 21°28'1.25"N B) 21°28'45.00"N
81°48'17.23"E 81°48'1.93"E
C) C) 21°27'52.86"N C) 21°28'46.97"N
81°47'57.25"E
81°48'23.44"E
D) D) 21°27'54.26"N
D) 21°28'25.14"N
81°47'31.42"E
81°48'30.18"E
E) E) 21°28'2.44"N
81°47'18.54"E E) 21°28'10.67"N
F) F) 21°28'19.88"N 81°48'21.40"E
81°47'34.67"E F) 21°28'20.14"N
G) G) 21°28'20.66"N 81°48'21.96"E
81°47'46.48"E
vii Altitude 290 m (avg) above msl
viii Village, Tehsil, Jalso Village, Tilda Tehsil, Raipur District, Chhattisgarh.
District, State
ix Nearest water Kirna Tank:Adjacent : 200 m Kirna tank: 1.0 Km (SSW)
bodies (SSW) Jamuniya Nadi : 3.2 Km (ENE)
Jamuniya Nadi : 3.5 Km (ENE) Dhumma Nala : 1.3 Km (W)
Dhumma Nala : 1.0 Km (W) Pindraon Tank : 7.0 Km (SE)
Pindraon Tank : 7.5 Km (SE) Mahanadi Canal : 1.0 Km (NW)
Mahanadi Canal : 0.7 Km (NW) Krishna Irrigation Channel :
1.3 km – WNW
Krishna Irrigation Channel :
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x Nearest Highway 1. The National Highway (NH- 1. The National Highway (NH-
130) Raipur - Bilaspur 19.5 km 130) Raipur – Bilaspur:19 km
– NW N
2. The State Highway (SH-9) 2. The State Highway (SH-9)
Raipur - Baloda Bazar -9.0 km Raipur - Baloda Bazar 9.2 km
in SSE in SE
3. Tida Simga Road : 3.5 Km (NE) 3. Tilda Simga Road : 3.0 Km
4. SH – 2 : 9.0 Km (W) (NE)
4. SH – 2 : 10.0 Km (W)

xi Nearest Railway Baikunth RS – 3.0 km - NW Baikunth Railway Station : 3.2

station Km (NW)
xii Nearest Industries
ShriS Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Ltd Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Ltd
(Tilda Division) - 2.5 Km – NW (Tilda Division) -
Century Cement– 2.5 Km 2.3 Km – NW
Century Cement– 3.0 Km – N
NNW
Century Cement Mine– 3.1 Km –
Century Cement Mine– 3.0 Km
N
– NNW Adani GMR Chhattisgarh Power
Adani GMR Chhattisgarh Power Project - 4.8 Km - N
Project - 4.5Km - ESE
xiii Nearest National None within 10 km Radius None within 10 km Radius
Parks
xiv Nearest Villages Nakti Khapri - 1.0 km (NNE) Nakti Khapri : 200m (NE)
xv School 1. 1. HSS School : 2.0 Km (NW) 1. HSS School : 1.5 Km (NW)
2. Century Cement Senior 2. 2. Century Cement Senior
Secondary School : 2.5 Km Secondary School : 2.0 Km
(NNW) (NNW)
3. 3. Aditya Vidya Mandir School 3. Aditya Vidya Mandir School :
: 3.5 Km (NW) 3.0 Km (NW)
4. 4. Aadarsh Gov. Higher 4. Aadarsh Gov. Higher
Secondary School : 2.5 Km (W) Secondary School : 2.5 Km
5. 5. Government Middle School : (W)
3.5 Km (SW) 5. Government Middle School :
6. 6. Higher Secondary School 3.5 Km (SW)
Chhatoud : 5.0 Km (NE) 6. Higher Secondary School
7. 7. Red Rose public School Chhatoud : 4.5 Km (NE)
Tandwa : 5.0 Km (NW) 7. Red Rose public School
8. 8. J. B. International School : Tandwa : 5.0 Km (NW)
6.0 Km (NNE) 8. J. B. International School :
5.5 Km (NNE)

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xvi Hospitals 1. 1. Shree Sai Paikra Hospital : 1. Shree Sai Paikra Hospital :
7.5 Km (N) 7.0 Km (N)
2. 2. Government Hospital Tilda : 2. Government Hospital Tilda :
8.0 Km (N) 7.5 Km (N)
3. 3. Evangelical Mission Hospital 3. Evangelical Mission Hospital
: 8.5 Km (NNW) : 8.0 Km (NNW)
4. 4. Khushi Hospital : 9.0 Km 4. Khushi Hospital : 8.5 Km
(NNE) (NNE)
5. 5. Jyoti Hospital : 10.0 Km 5. Jyoti Hospital : 9.0 Km
(NNE) (NNE)

xvii Nearest Town Raipur- 30 km-SW Raipur- 30.5 km-SSW

xviii Nearest Air Port Raipur Airport 31.5 km – SSW Raipur Airport: 31.9 Km (SSW)
xix Nearest Forest None within 10km radius
xx Historical places None within 10km radius

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1) Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL)

Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL) proposed to install following units
1) Iron ore beneficiation Plant- 2.0 MTPA
2) Pelletisation Plant with Coal Gasifier (2 X 17000 Nm3 /Hr)- 1.40 MTPA
3) Sinter Plant(1X90 M2 )-1.0 MTPA
4) Coke Oven- 0.5 MTPA Coke
5) Blast Furnace(2x550 M3 )- 1.16 MTPA Molten Metal
6) Ferro Alloys ( FeMn /SiMn / FeCr With AOD Converter2X 9 MVA) -0.042 MTPA
7) Titanium Slag (2X 12 MVA Submerged Arc Furnace)- 36,000 TPA (2x18,000 TPA)
8) Power Generation-85 MW {30MW AFBC/CFBC and WHRB 55MW }
9) Oxygen Plant - 250 TPD
10) Fly Ash Brick plant-2,00,00,000 Bricks/Annum
11) Railway Sliding. 3.0 MTPA

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PROCESS DESCRIPTION

Iron Ore Beneficiation Plant

Low grade (56-58% Fe) Iron Ore Fines 2.00 million tons per annum shall be beneficiated to
produce sized fractions of different sizes at +62% Fe
The Beneficiation plant process consists of:
 Primary wet Screening
 Jigging
 Grinding
 Hydro cyclone
 Wet high intensity magnetic separation, and
 Thickener for tailing and tailing disposal system

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Pellet Plant
The Pelletization process consists of forming green balls out of a very finely ground mixture of Iron
ore fines, Limestone, coke and a binder like bentonite. These balls are then fired in an indurating
furnace to get hardened balls called pellets. The hot air from kiln and cooler will be used in the
travelling grate utilizing and recovering maximum heat from waste gases.
Coal gasifier of 2x17000 Nm3 /hr is proposed which will supply producer gas to the proposed pellet
plant. Alternatively, furnace oil will also be used in pellet plant along with producer gas (fuel
gas).The flue gases from the induration furnace of pellet plant will pass through high efficiency
ESP and will be treated and outlet dust emission will be less than 30 mg/Nm3 and will be
discharged into the atmosphere through a stack of suitable height. Process flow Diagram is given
below Fig.

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2
SINTER PLANT (1X90 M )

The process, called sintering, causes the constituent materials to fuse to make a single
porous mass with little change in the chemical properties of the ingredients. Sinter plants
agglomerate iron ore fines (dust) with other fine materials at high temperature, to create a
product that can be used in a blast furnace.
Raw Materials

Main Raw Materials for Sinter Plant are;

 Iron Ore Fines
 Fine Coke
 Fluxes (Limestone, Dolomite & Burnt Lime)
 Mill Scale
 BF Flue Dust

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Coke Oven Plants

CONFIGURATION OF COKE OVEN PLANT

Description Unit Configuration

Coke Oven Batteries Nos. 5x100000

Working days days/Annum 330

Working hours Hours /Day 24

Production TPA 500,000

Raw coal will be crushed in a crusher into powdered form and charged in the oven for
carbonisation. The volatile matter in raw coal gets released in the form of gas and gets burnt in
the oven as well as in the flues. After the completion of the carbonization process, raw coal
get converted to coke within 36 to 38 hours. The coke is then pushed out from the oven and
quenched by water. Coke will be utilised in MBF and sinter plant.
The hot quenching water is continuously collected into a settling tank & the coke particles
are also being carried out upto the settling tank with water. These particles are allowed to
be settled below the settling tank and then the water almost free from suspended is allowed to be
again used for the purpose of quenching of hot coke mass. Time to time the settled particles are
reclaimed and these have the large demand in mini cement plants, briquetting plants etc.

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Block Process Flow Diagram for manufacture of Coke

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BLAST FURNACE (2x550 M 3 )

The purpose of a blast furnace is to chemically reduce and physically convert iron oxides into
liquid iron called "hot metal". The blast furnace is a huge, steel lined with refractory brick,
where iron ore, coke and limestone are charged into the top, and preheated air is blown from the
bottom. The raw materials require 6 to 8 hours to descend to the bottom of the furnace where
they become the final product of liquid iron and reject of liquid slag. Both of these are drained
from the furnace at regular intervals. The hot air that was blown from the bottom of the furnace
ascends to the top in 6 to 8 seconds after going through numerous chemical reactions. The air is
blown through tuyers in the bottom portion and liquid iron is tapped from the tap hole. The blast
furnace complex will consist of one blast furnace and one pig casting machines along with the
requisite support facilities, namely the stock house, coal injection system, cast house, gas
cleaning plant, de-dusting facilities, slag granulation unit, etc. BF gas is cleaned in Gas
Cleaning Plant and utilized for stove of blast furnace and other plant uses such as reheating
furnaces. Unutilised gas shall be flared. Surplus gas is combusted in a boiler to produce steam
for the generation of power. Surplus Blast Furnace gas will be supplied through MS pipeline
from blast furnace to reheating furnace located at a distance of 300 meter which is a interlink
project of Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited

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Ferro Alloy Plant (Ferro Manganese /Silico Manganese /Ferro Chrome)

Process Description – Silico Manganese /Ferro Manganese

Ferro/Silico Manganese is produced in submerged arc furnaces by smelting manganese ore,

reductant and fluid materials. The raw material in a pre-fix ratio is charged into submerged arc
furnace where furnace taps holes at regular intervals. After cooling the tapped materials, the
finished product is separated out from slag, made to required sizes, packed and dispatched.

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Ferro Chrome

Ferro chrome ore is smelted at about 15000 C -18000 C. This achieved by a conventional
submerged electric arc furnace. There are three carbon electrodes, which are partially
submerged into charge and are supported by the hydraulic cylinders that provide upward and
downward movements in order to maintain the desired electrical conditions in the furnace. The
body of the furnace is cylindrical in shape and is lined with firebricks, silicon carbide bricks and
carbon trampling paste. Tap holes are provided for draining out the molten alloy and slag

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Titanium Slag Production

The process description for Titanium Slag comprises the following steps:
a) Receipt of raw materials like Ilmenite and coke and their storage.
b) Batching of raw materials and feeding to electric smelting furnace with tapping of slag
and Pig Iron metal at regular intervals.
c) Gas Purification System for exhaust gases from smelting furnace.
d) After tapping, cooling will be done by water spray for disintegration.
e) Crushing/ Screening of Titanium Slag to required size fraction.
f) Packing & dispatch of Titanium Slag.
g) Production of Pig Iron

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Captive Power Plant- Waste Heat Recovery Based CPP

The power requirement for SBPIL steel plant is met by the waste heat recovery based power plant
providing a clean environment by restricting the emission of the CO 2 and SO 2 gases in the
environment. Flue gas from coke oven plant and Blast Furnace shall be used in WHRB for
power generation through waste heat recovery boilers. For waste heat recovery, boiler and
steam turbines to be used are given below.
Following shows process flow diagram of power generation

CONFIGURATION OF WHRB

Facilities Total Boiler

WHRB Connected with Coke 35 MW Capaci
140 TPH
oven Plant ty

WHRB Connected with MBFs 2 x 10 MW 2 x 40 TPH

Total Power 55MW 220

(MW)
AFBC/CFBC Power generation unit TPH

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AFBC/ CFBC: 30 MW power plant based on coal fines, char from DRI kilns and coal has
been proposed. Configuration of AFBC/CFBC power plant is given below.

CONFIGURATION OF CPP

Description Unit Quantity

AFBC/CFBC Nos. 1
Boiler Capacity TPH 120

No. of working Days/Annum 330

days
No. of working
Hours /Day 24
hours
Boiler Efficiency % 82-85%

Plant Unit Production

AFBC/CFBC MW 30

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Oxygen Plant
The plant to separate Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Argon from natural air by fractional thermal
separation, done after liquefying the air in adiabatic process of compression and
expansion.
Atmospheric Air mainly consists of Oxygen and Nitrogen gases along with small
quantities of water vapor, Carbon Dioxide, Argon, Helium, etc. Oxygen and Nitrogen
from the Air are separated due to difference in boiling points by distillation through a fractional
column.

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2) M/s Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited

M/s Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited will have the following units of manufacturing:
1) Sponge Iron – 0.33 MTPA
2) Steel Melting Shop (EOF) – 1.1MTPA
3) Hot Strip Mill (Flat Products) – 1.0MTPA
4) Power Generation – 65 MW
5) Oxygen Plant –250 TPD
6) Fly Ash Brick plant -2 Crores Bricks Per Annum

1) Sponge Iron Plant

M/s. Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited is Proposing rotary kiln of (2 x 500) TPD Sponge Iron
Plant. DRI or Sponge iron, as it is often referred to, is the substitute for melting scrap (scrap steel) in
the steel making process. DRI is the process of converting pellets/Ironore to metallic iron without
the smelting process. Process flow diagram, of sponge iron manufacturing are given in following
Figure

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2) STEEL MELTING SHOP (EOF)

The Steel Melt Shop will comprise of Energy Optimising furnace.

Energy Optimising Furnace- LRF-Slab Caster Route.
The configuration for EOF route is given below.

CONFIGURATION OF SMS VIA EOF ROUTE

Description Unit Capacity

Energy Optimising Furnace Nos./T 2x65T
Ladle Furnace Nos. 2x65T
Slab Caster Nos. 2
Strands Nos. 2 (2x1 No.)
Working days Days/Annum 330
Working hours Hours /Day 24
No. of Heats Heats 24.5
Production Plant TPA 10,30,930

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PROCESS FLOW SHEET OF ENERGY OPTIMISING FURNACE

Slab caster (from EOF)

The Caster is complete with ladle stand, mould assembly, Strand guide segments and supports
withdrawal and straightening system, mould cooling system, Cut- off equipment incl. length
measuring device, marking machine etc.

Hot Strip Mill (Flat Products)

One Rolling Line, i.e. Hot Strip Mill Rolling is proposed downstream of SMS. Brief
specifications of the proposed mill is presented below.

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i) Reheating Furnace
Purpose : To reheat the cold Slabs generated from
the caster and from outside source
Number : Two
Capacity : 75 t/hr each
Type : Top & Bottom fired pusher type
Charging temperature : Ambient
Discharge Temperature : 1220°C max.
Fuel : Blast Furnace gas/ Furnace oil(Alternate
fuel)
The fuel used in the Reheating Furnace will be surplus BF Gas of CV ~750 Kcal/Nm3 or
Furnace Oil. It is assumed 85% of the Slabs will be Hot Rolled i.e. the Slabs will be directly fed
to the Reheating Furnace from Slab Caster and 15% will be cold charged in the Reheating
Furnace
ii) Hot Strip Mill:
Mill Parameters: Raw Materials
Main Raw Materials for Hot Strip Mill are;
Slabs from Slab Caster
Process Description
Slab is lifted to the charging roller table by crane of raw stock bay, and the charging roller
table transfers the slab to weighing roller table, upto a disappearing stop. The Slab after
weighment is transferred to entry roller table of Reheating Furnace.

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Block Process Flow Diagram for manufacture of Rolled Products

Captive Power Plant- Waste Heat Recovery CPP

The power requirement for SBSCL steel plant is met by the waste heat recovery based power plant
providing a clean environment by restricting the emission of the CO 2 and SO 2 gases in the
environment. The DRI gas, as it comes out after burning chamber, contains sufficient quantity of
Heat-Energy (if it’s not properly harnessed will go to waste and will contribute to Atmospheric
Pollution). 500 TPD DRI Kiln for sponge iron production emits normally around
1,20,000 Nm3 /hour of hot gas at a temperature of 9500 C -10000 C .

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AFBC/CFBC Power generation unit

AFBC/ CFBC: 45 MW power plant based on coal fines, char from DRI kilns and coal has
been proposed. Configuration of AFBC/CFBC power plant is given below.

CONFIGURATION OF CPP

Description Unit Quantity

AFBC/CFBC Nos. 1
Boiler Capacity TPH 180

No. of working Days/Annum 330

days
No. of working Hours /Day 24
hours
Boiler Efficiency % 82-
85%

Plant Unit Production

AFBC/CFBC MW 45

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Oxygen Plant

The plant to separate Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Argon from natural air by fractional thermal
separation, done after liquefying the air in adiabatic process of compression and expansion.
Atmospheric Air mainly consists of Oxygen and Nitrogen gases along with small quantities of
water vapor, Carbon Dioxide, Argon, Helium, etc. Oxygen and Nitrogen from the Air are
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3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
Baseline Environmental status in and around the proposed activities indicates the existing
quality of Air, Noise, Water, Soil and Socio-economic environment. The baseline
environmental quality was assessed for the study period from 1st March to 26th May 2021
within 10 km radial distance from the project site. One month additional data at project site of
Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited was collected from 15 th May 2021 to 15th June
2021. The schedule of environmental monitoring programme is presented in following Table
Number
Environmental of
Monitoring period Parameters
Component sampling
Stations
Temperature, Relative
st th
Meteorology 1 March 2021 to 26 May 2021 01 Humidity, Rainfall, Wind
Speed, Wind direction
1st March 2021 to 26th May
2021and Additional one month PM10 , PM2.5 , SO2 , NOX, Co,
data from 15th may to 15th June Ozone, NH3 , benzene, B (a)P
Air Quality 09
2021 At project site of Shri and Heavy metals (As, Pb and
Bajrang Steel Corporate Ni)
Limited (SBSCL)
Surface
Water: 05 IS-10500:2012 and IS-
Water Quality April 2021
Ground 2490:1982
Water: 08
April 2021 and one Additional
at project site of Shri Bajrang
Noise 09 Ld , Ln
Steel Corporate Limited
(SBSCL) (May 2021)
Physical & Chemical parameters
Soil April 2021 08
of Indian Standards (IS 2720)

Results & Discussion

Ambient Air Monitoring was carried out at 9 locations. One location at proposed project site
of Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Limited and one location at proposed project site Shri
Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited. Other 7 locations were selected within 10 km radius from
the project site.

These levels were compared with the prevailing environmental quality standards prescribed by
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Among all locations, PM10 concentration is vary between 24.0 to 88.0 µg/m3 , PM2.5
concentration is vary between 16.0 to 46.0 µg/m3 , SO 2 concentration is vary between
6.0 to 22.0 µg/m3 NOx concentration is vary between 16.0 to 36.0 µg/m3 All
concentration are well within stipulated 24 hours average limit, 100 µg/m3 as prescribed for
industrial, residential, rural and other areas as in revised NAAQ Standards from MoEF& CC.

Water Environment

The water quality data was generated in April 2021 The water quality monitoring stations
were selected with a view to represent the surface and ground water sources in and around 10
kilometer radius of the study area of proposed Project site. Sampling stations for water
samples were selected taking all water sources into account, as per MOEF norms. A total
number of 13 including five surface water & eight ground water samples were collected and
analyzed.
The result shows that in all the ground water samples most of the parameters are within
the respective acceptable limit of IS: 10500 except for the total dissolved solids and total
alkalinity. The total dissolved solids and total alkalinity levels are more than the
acceptable limits but within the desirable limit.
The surface water quality was compared with CPCB norm for surface water, The water
quality from all sampling locations are within the respective acceptable limit and may be
used for drinking purpose only after treatment.

Noise Environment

Noise level monitoring was performed in April 2021. Noise level monitoring was carried out
continuously for 24-hours with one hour interval starting at 0600 hrs to 0500 hrs next day. The
noise levels were monitored on working days only. It has found that in the proposed plant,
noise levels are in the range of 31-67 dB (A) at all nine stations. Maximum levels of noise
have recorded in day hours which are natural as our most of activities have done in day hours.
Noise levels measured at all nine stations are well within limit of either 55.0 dB(A) for
Residential Area or 75.0 dB(A) for Industrial Area as given in MoEF Gazette notification for
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Land Environment
Samples were collected in April 2021 from all the sources. Total eight samples from different
locations. This method is in line with IS: 2720 & Methods of Soil Analysis, Part-1, 2nd edition,
1986 (American Society for Agronomy and Soil Science of America). Samples were collected
from two types i.e. agriculture land and waste land. The soil samples were collected and
analyses once during study period.
The results indicates that all the major nutrients were present, namely, nitrogen’s presence is
very less to better, phosphorus is good in quantity and potassium is very less to average in
quantity. The results also show that the soil needs to be replenished with nutrients like
nitrogen and potassium.

Biological Environment

During the EB study No Endemic, Rare, Endangered and Threatened (RET) species of flora
and fauna were found in the study area. Following recommendations are suggested to protect
the biodiversity
 As per recommendations of EAC committee dated 30.03.2021, Kirna Tank shall be
protected by constructing a bund wall on southern side and by planting 10 m green
belt along boundary.
 Kirna Tank shall be protected by planting 30m green belt on southern side of the plant.
 Greenery and natural habitat shall be developed near Kirna Tank.
 Flowering and fruit bearing plant shall be planted near bank of Kirna tank
 Plant shall be equipped with Air Pollution Control Device.
 No waste water shall be release from production process.

4.0 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES

DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Construction phase activity involves erection of equipment and units, infrastructure
development like road within the plant area, water storage, electricity, drainage etc. The
impact due to project activities during the Construction phase will be of short-term in nature.
However all mitigation measures will be undertaken by both companies during construction
activity.

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DURING OPERATION PHASE
Impact on Air Quality
Emissions released from the stack during operation phase will get dispersed in the
atmosphere and finally reach the ground at a specified distance from the sources. From
the proposed activities the possible environmental impact on air quality has been
envisaged in both projects.

1) Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL)

Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL) consists of Iron ore beneficiation Plant,
Pellet Plant, Sinter Plant, Coke Oven, Blast Furnace, Submerged Arc Furnace and Power
Plant. Source emission is envisaged from various sources 9 main stacks attached with various
air pollution control devices Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) / Bag Filters in different units
of Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL) Height of the all the flue gas discharge
facilities will be designed as per CPCB norms. The dust concentration will be well within the
prescribed standard.
2) Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL)
Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited consists of Sponge Iron Plant, Power Plant, and
SMS (EOF-LRF-Slab Caster) as well as transportation of men and material. The impacts
on air quality due to source of the air pollutant in the proposed facilities have been
identified. The total 4 stack of Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL) of
different heights (as per CPCB criteria) will be available for proper dispersion of gaseous
pollutants. These gases will be cleaned and discharged through stack, so that the dust
concentration will be well within the prescribed standard. Height of the all the flue gas
discharge facilities will be designed as per CPCB norms

Raw Material Handling / Transport System

Mitigation Measures
Fugitive emission from SBPIL and SBSCL will be controlled by following measures.
 All Internal roads will be paved to prevent the fugitive dust emission due to
vehicular movement.
 Speed limit in plant premises will be kept in control.
 All transportation vehicles will carry a valid PUC (Pollution under Control)
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 Proper traffic management will be undertaken.
 Periodic servicing & maintenance of vehicles will be carried out.
 Dustmasks will be provided to workers coming in direct contact of fugitive
emissions.
 Ambient air quality will be regularly monitored, so as to keep a check on the
emissions of different pollutants.
 Fugitive emission sources will identified and monitored at regular basis.
 Dust extraction measures with swivel hood, ID fan will be provided at different
loading, unloading and transfer points in the raw material handling section.
 All the RCC Black Topped roads will be cleaned by Mechanical Sweeping
Machine and Water Sprinkling at regular intervals.
 DRI Fumes and gases in, ESP will be removed by Fume extraction system
followed by stack.
 EOF Fumes and gases in bag house will be removed by Fume extraction system
followed by stack.
 Adequate dust suppression system in the form of water sprinklers will be provided
at raw material yard, solid waste dump site and along the vehicular roads.
 Dedicated roads for vehicles carrying raw materials and products will be developed
and frequency of vehicles will be maintained.
 Greenbelt all along the plant boundary covering 33 % of the total plant area will be
developed under green belt.

Air Quality: Impact Assessment

The proposed interlinked projects include iron ore beneficiation plant, pellet plant, sinter plant,
coke oven, blast furnace, oxygen plant, SAF, and power plant of Shri Bajrang Power and
Ispat Limited (SBPIL) and sponge iron plant, steel melting shopHot Strip Mill, Oxygen
Plant and power plant of Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited. The impact on air quality
after execution of the proposed interlinked project is taken into consideration.

Baseline Scenario
During the period of baseline air quality monitoring (pre monsoon 2021). Predicted Scenario
For prediction of impacts for any proposed project, in general, the emission contributions from
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AAQ expected is predicted for the following scenario
A. Scenario I: In first Scenario the proposed units of Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat
Limited (SBPIL) is taken into consideration.
B. Scenario II: In second Scenario the proposed units of Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Ltd
(SBSCL) is taken into consideration.
C. Scenario III: In third Scenario the cumulative effect of the proposed units of Shri Bajrang
Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL) and Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Ltd (SBSCL) is
taken into consideration.
D. Scenario IV: In fourth scenario the AAQ modelling for accidental release is taken into
consideration.

The overall scenario with predicted concentrations over the maximum baseline
concentrations is given in EIA report. The results indicate that during operation phase of
the proposed project, the cumulative impact of industrialization, with adequate control
measures will be within the permissible limits.

Noise Levels
During operation, the major noise generating sources are crushing mill, auto loading section,
TG Room, electric motors etc. These sources will be located far off from each other. Under
any circumstances the noise level from each of these sources will not exceed 85 dB (A).
Noise levels generated in the project site will be confined to the noise generating plant units
hence the impact of noise levels on surroundings will be insignificant

Mitigation Measures
The noise levels stipulated by Central Pollution Control Board at any point of time will
not exceed the standards.

 Encasement of noise generating equipment where otherwise noise cannot be

controlled

 Providing noise proof cabins to operators where remote control for operating
noise generating equipment is feasible.

 In all the design/installation precautions are taken as specified by the

manufacturers with respect to noise control will be strictly adhered to;

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enclosures;

 Use of lagging with attenuation properties on plant components / installation of

sound attenuation panels around the equipment

 Other than the regular maintenance of the various equipment, ear plugs/muffs are
recommended for the personnel working close to the noise generating units;

 All the openings like covers, partitions will be designed properly

 Inlet and outlet mufflers will be provided which are easy to design and construct.

 All rotating items will be well lubricated and provided with enclosures as far as
possible to reduce noise transmission. Extensive vibration monitoring system will
be provided to check and reduce vibrations. Vibration isolators will be provided
to reduce vibration and noise wherever possible;

 The insulation will be provided for prevention of loss of heat and personnel safety
will also act as noise reducers.

 Plantation Near the Noise generation Plant.

Impact on Water
1) Shri Bajrang Power Ispat Limited (SBPIL)
The total requirement of water for the proposed project will be 3.7 MCM (10267 KLD) which
will be sourced from Shivnath river. The water will be drawn from intake well and through
pipeline upto plant. In plant there will be proposal of reservoir for storage of 7 days makeup
water.
2) Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL)

The total requirement of water for the proposed project 2.7 MCM (7986KLD)and will be
sourced from Shivnath river. The water will be drawn from our existing reservoir situated
at village Tandwa & Kundru. The separate water meter will be provisioned for measuring
the water consumption of the proposed plant.

In both the plant, Water conservation & water recirculation system will be followed
and zero discharge norms will be followed. In both plants, Domestic waste water will
be treated in Packaged Type STP.

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Impact on Terrestrial ecology
There is no National park, Wildlife sanctuary, Biosphere reserves and protected forest within
10 km of the plant area. No schedule- I species were recorded in the core and buffer zone of
plant area during the biodiversity assessment. There may be an impact on the biological
environment of the area due to operation of plant, if proper care will not be taken:
 Particulate matter emissions and fugitive emissions due to transportation activity &
material handling may degrade the soil quality of surrounding environment that may
affect the biodiversity of surrounding environment.
 Fugitive emissions (dust) may impact the terrestrial flora. The settlement of dust on
the laminar surface of plants can impede the efficiency of photosynthesis and thereby,
affect the productivity of plants. In some of the plant, it may also smother the leaf
surface blocking stomata, resulting in reduced transpiration.
The present industries in the area has no significant impact on surrounding ecology and
biodiversity as following mitigation measures have been / will be adopted:
 Greenbelt development and plantation in and around the plant site.
 Using paved roads for transportation to minimize fugitive emissions.
 Transporting material in truck covered with tarpaulin and storing it under covered
facilities.
 Transport vehicles and machinery will be properly maintained and periodically
checked for pollution level to reduce noise and gaseous emission in the surrounding
environment.
 Regular cleaning of Road and Water Sprinkling on Road & site area.

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Solid Waste Generation and Management
Solid Waste Quantity and Disposal for Shri Bajrang Power Ispat Limited (SBPIL)
Solid Waste Plant Waste Utilization/Dis posal Method
Generated
(TPA)
Tailings Iron Ore 6,00,000 Tailings will be treated in Paste Thickener
Beneficiation followed by Filter Press and Paste/Cake
will be disposed to tailings dump through
internally rubber lined seamless MS pipe
and will be given to cement plants for
utilization in their cement manufacturing
unit/other commercial uses.
Return Sinter Sinter Plant 1,50,000 Will be reused in Sinter Plant
Fines
BF Slag Blast Furnace 3,71,200 Will be sold to cement plant after
granulation
BF Dust Blast Furnace 23,200 Will be used in sinter plant.
Silico Manganese Ferro Alloy 46200 Will be used in Brick manufacturing plant
Slag Plant and or filling of low lying areas
OR
Ferro Mn Slag Ferro Alloy 37800 Will be reused in manufacture of SiMn as
Plant it contains high SiO 2 and Manganese.
OR
Ferro Chrome Ferro Alloy 42000 Will be processed in Jigging plant for
Slag Plant Chrome recovery. After Chrome recovery,
the left-over slag will be analysed for
Chrome content through TCLP test, if the
Chrome content in the slag is within the
permissible limits, then it will be used in
Brick manufacturing plant and or filling
of low lying areas if chrome content
exceed limit then it will be send to nearest
TSDF facility. Disposal of slag will be in
accordance with the permissible norms.
Fly Ash Power Plant Will be used as raw material for
1,07,870 brick/cement manufacturing plant

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Solid Waste Quantity and Disposal for Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited
Solid Waste Plant Waste Utilization /disposal method
Generated
(TPA)
ESP Dust Sponge iron Plant 84,150 Will be used as raw material for brick
(Fly Ash) manufacturing plant/cement plants
Slag SMS(EOF) 1,05,196 Will be used in Land Filling & Road
Making.
Mill Scale Hot Strip Mill 13,466 Will be used in Ferro Alloys Plant of
interlinked project.
Edge cutting/ Slab Caster/Hot 27,982 Will be used as a raw material for SMS
scrap strip Mill
Char / DRI 49,500 Will be used in Power Plant (45 MW)
Dolochar
Ferrous Dust SMS (EOF) 21,040 Will be used in Ferro Alloys Plant of
interlinked project
Ash Power Plant 1,52300 Will be used in Cement Plant/ Brick plant
(In house)

Impact on Socio-Economic Environment

The total manpower requirements for the proposed interlinked project will be about 5000
in the operation phase in both projects. All attempts will be made to employee suitable
locally available skilled personnel from the study area. In case of non-availability of
skilled persons, people will be taken from outside the study area.

The local persons will be given preference in employment as per the qualification and
technical competencies. In order to mitigate the adverse impacts likely to arise in the proposed
project activities and also to minimize the apprehensions to the local people, it is necessary to
formulate an affective EMP for smooth initiation and functioning of the project. The
suggestions are given below:
 Communication with the local people will be established on regular basis by project
authority to provide an opportunity for local youth.
 Project authorities will undertake regular environmental awareness program on
environmental management
 Job opportunities are the most demanding factor, the local people as per their
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 For social welfare activities to be undertaken by the project authorities, collaboration
should be sought with the local administration, gram panchayat, block development
office etc for better coordination.
The overall impact on the socio economic environment will be significant.

5.0 Environmental Monitoring Programme

Environmental monitoring will be conducted separately by Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat
Limited (SBPIL) and Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL) on regular basis by
through MoEF&CC Recognized Laboratory to assess the pollution level in the proposed plant.
Therefore, regular monitoring program of the environmental parameters is essential to take
into account the environmental pollutant of the study area.

6.0 Additional Studies

1) Social Impact Assessment

A socio economic survey was conducted over selected villages within the project area of
10 km radius from the plant area as there is already different plant and industry is operating.
Thus the Project influence area is considered within 5 km of the plant area and also called as
project area. The villages that are covered are, Tilda, Jalso, Ninwa, Kirna, Kundru, Nakti
Khapri, and Khambariya. Out of these villages Tilda is the largest village with many industries
and mines surrounding it on all. The impact on socio economic of surrounding area will be
positive, as Steel Plant will directly and indirectly employ both skilled and un-skilled
labourers. The project will employ manpower from Chhattisgarh which constitute more than
80% of the total workforce. Preference will be given to the local resident of the area for
employment. Job opportunities with SBPIL & SBSCL or employment with contracting
agencies and through other sources. There will be preferences in allotment of shops/ kiosks,
award of petty contracts, Vehicle hiring, Vendor permit or any other opportunity deemed fit
by the project. Any person would be normally entitled for only one economic opportunity
subject to availability and to the extent possible.

2) Risk Assessment Study

As per TOR condition [ii (a) & (b)], Associated risk and disaster management plan is
prepared for interface risk of interlinked project of Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited
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prepared and signed mutual agreement to fight , rescue and overcome the impact of any
natural, manmade, accidental disaster cause in the interface during transportation or operation
process. Both the companies decided to form a separate HSE monitoring team to work on
potential interface risk and accident.

7.0 Project Benefits

Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Limited (SBPIL) and Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate
Limited (SBSCL) is equally conscious for the all-round socio-economic development
and is committed to raise the quality of life and social well-being of communities where
it operates. Its CER initiatives will be prioritized on local needs, which focus on Health,
Education and Environment Conservation.

The Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Limited (SBPIL) and Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate
Limited (SBSCL) will generate direct and indirect employment for the local people in
the study area. The local economy will receive positive impact and a boost due to
employee spending capacity and services generated by the proposed project. The overall
effect will help in improving the standard of living of surrounding area viz. better
education, improved health and sanitation facilities, etc. This is a major positive benefit,
which will be responsible for the sustainable development of the surrounding area.

8.0 Environmental Management Plan

An environmental monitoring and control cell will be established separately for both the
companies. The Environmental Cell will function under the control of the Director and
General Manager along with the EHS team of the company to monitor the environmental
measures.
Environment Cell of both the companies will be dedicated for the protection of environment
and the community and also to practice best environmental management practices, regular
maintenance and consistent operation of pollution control systems, recycling of solid wastes
and adoption of cleaner and environment friendly technologies by following steps

1) Shri Bajrang Power & Ispat Limited (SBPIL)

 The low-grade iron ore fines will be upgraded by beneficiation process and utilized in
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 Surplus BF gas will be transferred through MS pipeline to reheating furnace of
M/s Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Ltd. adjacent to SBPIL.
 The fly ash from the various units will be utilized in fly ash brick manufacturing
 Implementation of Rain water harvesting system which improves the water table
 Environmental Monitoring (Third party monitoring) of the plant and surrounding area
 Regular monitoring/inspection of Air pollution control equipment
 Ensuring optimum usage of water
 Control on Fire hazards and accidents
 Health & Safety of workers
 Maintenance of greenbelt and plantation
 Submission of six monthly compliance report to CECB
 Record keeping and reporting of performance is an important management tool for
ensuring smooth implementation of an EMP
 Conducting regular environmental audits by SBPIL

2) Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL)

 Waste generated from the Sponge Iron Plant i.e. Dolachar will be utilized in Power
Plant along with coal hence reducing the required quantity of coal i.e. minimizing the
use of fossil fuel.
 The fly ash from the various units will be utilized in fly ash brick manufacturing
 Implementation of Rain water harvesting system which improves the water table
 Environmental Monitoring (Third party monitoring) of the plant and surrounding area
 Regular monitoring/inspection of Air pollution control equipment
 Ensuring optimum usage of water
 Control on Fire hazards and accidents
 Health & Safety of workers
 Maintenance of greenbelt and plantation
 Submission of six monthly compliance report to CECB
 Record keeping and reporting of performance is an important management tool for
ensuring smooth implementation of an EMP
 Conducting regular environmental audits by SBSCL

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9.0 GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT

The plantation helps to capture the fugitive emissions and attenuate the noise apart from
improving the aesthetics quality of the region. Avenue plantation within the plant and green
belt development will be done.

1) Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited (SBPIL).

Total area of the project area of SBPIL is 276.03 Acres and for SBSCL will be 150 Acres.
Out of the total area, green belt development work will be undertaken on area of 33% of the
total area of both the projects

2) Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited (SBSCL)

About 55027 (@ 1500 per ha.) saplings will be planted in 90.65 acres. Around 33% of the
total land will be used for green belt development in Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited
(SBPIL).
About 29745 (@1500/ha) saplings will be planted 49.0 Acre (33%) land Around 33% of the
total land will be used for green belt development in Shri Bajrang Steel Corporate Limited
(SBSCL).

Year-wise Proposed Plantation Details

S. Year No of Trees to be planted
N. Shri Bajrang Shri Bajrang Common Name Scientific Name
Power and Steel Corporate of tree to be
Ispat Limited Limited planted
(SBPIL) (SBSCL)
1. 2022- 16508 8924 Neem, Jamun Azadirachtaindica,
2023 Psidiumguyava
2. 2024- 16508 8924 Amaltash, Ashok Cassia fistula,
2025 Saracaindica
3. 2025- 11005 5949 Gulmohar Delonixregia,
2026
4. 2026- 5503 2975 Pipal, Ficusreligiosa,
2027 sissoo Dalbergiasissoo
5. 2027- 5503 2975 Bargad, Ficusbengalensis
2028 Su-babool Laucaenealeucocephala
*Other species like Peltaform, Kala shirish
Casiasamea, Mini Gulmohar, Arjun, Mahogani, Erithrin also included.
Total 55027 29745

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9.0 Conclusion

It can be concluded that there would be negligible impact in the buffer zone due to the
proposed project. The project shall contribute to the socio-economic development,
strengthening of infrastructural facilities like medical, educational etc. The plant shall be
operated keeping "Sustainable Development" of the region in mind.
Further, management is committed to contribute towards improving socio-economic status of
the surrounding local community.

Environmental monitoring is a successful tool for the management for implementation of

adequate & effective environmental measures. It also helps the management to take mid-
course correction, if required based on the environmental monitoring results. Considering the
above overwhelming positive impact on the community, there shall be overall development of
the area. Therefore, we request for approval of proposal for environmental Clearance.

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