Smt.SWARNA AKKAMMA
Lime stone mine
SURVEY NO. 855/61, PIDUGURALLA VILLAGE & MANDAL, GUNTUR DISTRICT, ANDHRA PRADESH
FORM I OPENCAST LIME STONE MINE – 184.07 acres (74.49 ha)
Submitted by: Smt. Swarna Akkamma D.No.7-337, swrna pitchayas street, Piduguralla Village & Mandal, Guntur District- 522413 Mobile: +91 94408 78620
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SUBMITTED TO MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FORESTS & CLIMATE CHANGE,
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA INDIRA PARYAVARAN BHAWAN, ALIGANJ, JOR BAGH,
LODHI COLONY, NEW DELHI
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APPENDEX I
(See Paragraph - 6)
FORM 1
(I) Basic Information
Sl. No Item Details 1. Name of the Project/s Smt.Swarna Akkamma- Lime stone mine
Limestone Mining over an Extent of 184.07 acres (74.49 ha) of non forest ML area for production of 50000 TPA of limestone
2. S. No. in schedule 1 (a) “A” – Mining of Minerals 3. Proposed Mine Lease area (MLA) - 184.07 acres (74.49
ha) of non forest land, open cast method for captive lime stone mine production of 50000TPA
Capital Cost estimated Rs. 60 lakhs 4. New/Expansion/Modernization Existing Project 5. Existing Capacity/Area etc. Non Operating 6. Category of project i.e., ‘A’ or ‘B’ Category ‘A’ 7. Does it attract the specific
condition? If Yes, please specify No
8. Does it attract the specific condition? If Yes, please specify.
No
9. Location Plot/Survey/Khasra No. 855/61 Villages Piduguralla Tehsil Piduguralla District Guntur State Andhra Pradesh
10. Nearest railway station/airport along with distance in kms.
Railway station: Piduguralla 2.9 km –SW Airport : Gannavaram – 98 km – East direction
11. Nearest Town, city, District Headquarters along with distance in kms.
Nearest City : Piduguralla -2.9 km-South District Head Quarters : Guntur– 60 km – SE
12. Village Panchayats Zilla Parishad Municipal Corporation
Piduguralla Piduguralla Guntur
13. Name of the applicant Smt. Swarna Akkamma 14. Registered Address Piduguralla Village & Mandal,
Guntur District Mobile: +91 94408 78620
15. Address for correspondence : Name Smt. Swarna Akkamma Designation Owner Address D.No.7-337, swrna pitchayas street,
Piduguralla Village & Mandal,
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Sl. No Item Details Guntur District- 522413 Mobile: +91 94408 78620
Pin Code 522 413 E-mail Telephone No. Mobile: +91 94408 78620 Fax No.
16. Details of Alternative Sites examined, if any. Location of these sites should be shown on a topo sheet.
Existing Mine
17. Interlinked Projects No
18. Whether separate application of interlinked project has been submitted?
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19. If yes, Date of submission -- 20. If no, reason NA 21. Whether the proposal involves
approval/clearance under: If yes, details of the same and their status to be given, (a) The forest (Conservation)Act,1980? (b)The wildlife (Protection) Act , 1972? (c) The C.R.Z Notification, 1991?
No.
22. Whether there is any Government order/ policy relevant /relating to the site?
Yes, G.O.Ms. No. 144 dated 30.4.2005
23. Forest Land involved (hectares) No, forest land is involved in the mine lease area.
24. Whether there is any litigation pending against the project & /OR land in which the project is proposed to be set up? (a) Name of court, (b) Case no (c) orders/directions of the court, if any and its relevance with the proposed project.
No litigation is pending against the project.
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II) Activity 1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the project involving actions,
which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.)
SL.No
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data 1.1 Permanent or temporary change
in land use, land cover or topography including in intensity of land use (with respective local land use plan)
Yes The applied mine lease area is 184.07 acres (74.49 ha), The land use of mining lease area changes due to mining operations.
1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings?
It is a private patta land and is non- irrigated land, needs clearance of vegetation. There is no building/structure in the site.
1.3 Creation of new land uses? Yes non- irrigated land of 184.07 acres (74.49 ha) will be converted to mining use.
1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore holes, soil testing?
Yes Core drilling, soil testing are done.
1.5 Construction works? Yes Mine office, magazine, canteen, rest shelters, workshop etc. will be constructed; it will be constructed only after obtaining necessary approvals from the competent authority.
1.6 Demolition works? No No buildings are there at the proposed site; hence there will not be any demolition works.
1.7 Temporary sites used for construction works or housing of construction workers?
No Local Villagers shall be employed. No temporary sites used for construction.
1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or earth works including linear structures, cut & fill or excavations.
Yes Excavation during mining operation will be carried out. Voids will be formed by excavation of mineral.
1.9 Underground works including mining or tunneling?
No No underground works like tunneling. Project is for mining lime stone.
1.10 Reclamation works? Yes Reclamation work will be carried out as per mining plan
1.11 Dredging? No No dredging activities are involved in the proposed activity.
1.12 Off shore structure? No No offshore structures are involved in the activity.
1.13 Production & manufacturing processes?
Yes It is proposed to produce Lime Stone with an average production of 50000
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SL.No
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data TPA using mechanized open cast method of mining
1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or materials?
Yes During the construction phase, the required materials will be stored in the yards.
1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid waste or liquid effluents?
Yes No sub grade material will be generated during the course of mining. There is no top soil in the traditional sense. Overburden consists of agricultural soil having thickness of about 0.5m to 1m
1.16 Facilities for long term housing of operational workers?
No Local employment is providing
1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during construction or operation?
Yes It is proposed to use tippers within the mine for transfer of lime stone to crusher, followed by a closed conveyor for transfer of limestone to the plant.
1.18 New road, rail, air water borne or other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes & stations, ports, air ports etc?
No There will be minor increase in traffic volume during the proposed activity due to transportation of construction materials and raw materials during operational phase.
1.19 Closure or diversion of existing transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements?
No No diversion or closure of existing transport route is envisaged due to proposed activity.
1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or pipe lines?
No No diversion of transmission and pipeline is envisaged in this proposed project.
1.21 Impoundment, damming, culverting realignment or other changes to the hydrology of water courses or aquifers?
No Not anticipated. Prescribed buffer distances shall be maintained.
1.22 Stream crossings? No There is no streams flowing in this mine area
1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water form ground or surface waters?
Yes The total water requirement of 24 KLD for dust suppression. Domestic use and green belt development will be met from mine seepage water / bore wells.
1.24 Changes in water bodies or the land surface affecting drainage or run-off?
No The natural drainage system will be maintained by implementing garland drains.
1.25 Transport of personal or materials for construction,
Yes Vehicles will be provided for transportation of personnel. Internal
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SL.No
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes/ No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data operation or decommissioning? transport of mineral by tippers to the
crusher proposed in mine lease area. 1.26 Long-term dismantling or
decommissioning or restoration works?
No No such work is involved in this proposed project.
1.27 Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment?
No
1.28 Influx of people to an area in either temporarily or permanently?
Yes Local villagers are given preference for employment. However skill requirement may necessitate influx of people in the area for both mines and plant.
1.29 Introduction of alien species? No Native species will be planted in green belt.
1.30 Loss of native species or genetic diversity?
No The ML area does not fall under any forest category; it is a Private agriculture non irrigated land.
1.31 Any other actions? No Nil
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2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply).
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation Yes/No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever
possible) with source of information data
2.1 Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha)
Yes Non- irrigated land of 184.07 acres (74.49 ha) will be converted to mining use. and the lessee has the surface rights.
2.2 Water (expected source & competing users) unit:KLD
Yes The total water requirement of 24 KLD will be met from the Mine seepage water / Bore well.
2.3 Minerals (ML) No 50000 TPA of Limestone is supplied to local kilns
2.4 Construction material-stone, aggregates, & /soil (expected source-MT)
Yes Stone Aggregates, Sand, Steel for office and rest rooms.
2.5 Forests and timber (source –
MT) No Since it is open cast mining activity
no timber usage is envisaged. 2.6 Energy including electricity &
fuels (source, competing users) unit: fuel (MT),energy (MW)
Yes Transformer is located at a distance of 100m from the QL area / APTRANSCO.
2.7 Any other natural resources ( use appropriate standard units)
No Not applicable.
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3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health.
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever
possible) with source of information data
3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, and water supplies)
No Explosives used as per the Metalliferrous Mines Regulation under the control of DGMS & Explosive Act & Rules. The requirement of explosives (ammonium nitrate) is about 10kg Ground vibrations, noise levels are controlled by using low density explosives (ANFO mixtures) and by adopting controlled blasting technique with milli second delay detonators. Spent oil and used batteries are the hazardous wastes generated. The total expected quantity of waste oil is 10 MT/year, and used batteries of 25 nos. /year. The entire quantity of hazardous wastes will be disposed to authorized recyclers as per the Hazardous waste Management & Handling Rules, 2008.
3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or affect disease vectors ( e.g. insect or water borne diseases)
No Not applicable
3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by changing living conditions?
Yes The establishment of this mine shall enhance employment opportunities to local people and may have positive impact on the socio economy of the surrounding areas.
3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc.,
No There are no major habitations within 1 km vicinity of the mine lease area.
3.5 Any other causes No Dust generation in mines is suppressed by wet drilling, continuous water spray and by providing wide green belts surrounding the ML area.
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4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/ month)
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data 4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine
wastes Yes No sub grade material will be generated
during the course of mining. There is no top soil in the traditional sense. Overburden consists of agricultural soil having thickness of about 0.5m to 1m
4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or commercial wastes)
Yes Domestic waste will be disposed off as per MSW guidelines.
4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous Waste Management Rules)
Yes Entire hazardous waste consisting of batteries and waste oil is disposed as per the Hazardous waste Management & Handling Rules, 2008 to authorized recyclers.
4.4 Other industrial process wastes
No Not applicable
4.5 Surplus product No Not applicable 4.6 Sewage sludge or other
sludge from effluent treatment
No
4.7 Construction or demolition wastes
No Not applicable.
4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment
No No redundant machinery will be kept in the premises.
4.9 Contaminated soils or other materials
No No open storage of hazardous materials.
4.10 Agricultural wastes No Not applicable. 4.11 Other soil wastes Yes Over burden material is stored in
designated areas.
5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with
source of information data 5.1 Emissions from combustion
of fossil fuels from stationary or mobile sources
Yes The emission of SO2, NOx and PM may be due to use of diesel be used for running of excavator, Loader, dumper, Truck and also from the Vehicular moment.
5.2 Emission from production processes
Yes Emissions from Blasting and Drilling will be there as adequate control measures viz. wet drilling, controlled blasting and water sprinkling on haul roads and at loading/unloading faces will be adopted.
5.3 Emissions from materials Yes As per the similar mines existing, the
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SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with
source of information data handling including storage or transport
Maximum uncontrolled PM emission level projected at any one time due to the transport operation activity.
5.4 Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment
Yes Fugitive dust emissions will be generated from construction activities and due to vehicular movement. These emissions will be temporary and will be controlled.
5.5 Dust or odours from handling of materials including construction materials, sewage and waste
No Some dust emissions will be generated during drilling, blasting, excavation and loading/unloading and construction. Dust suppression will be done by regular water sprinkling.
5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste
No Not applicable
5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris)
No Nil
5.8 Emissions from any other sources
No Nil
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6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes /
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with
source of information data 6.1 From operation of
equipment e.g. engines, ventilation plant, crushers
Yes The noise levels are generated by operation of heavy earth moving equipment. Suitable control measures will be adopted to keep the noise levels within the permissible limits. Green belt will reduce the noise propagation. Earplugs will be provided to the workers who work near the noise generating equipment.
6.2 From industrial or similar processes
Yes The noise levels are generated due to crushing and transportation operations. Green belt will reduce the noise propagation. Earplugs will be provided to the workers who work near the noise generating equipment.
6.3 From construction or demolition
Yes Green belt will reduce the noise propagation. Earplugs will be provided to the workers who work near the noise generating equipment.
6.4 From blasting or piling Yes In the mining project drilling and blasting shall be practiced. Green belt will reduce the noise propagation. Earplugs will be provided to the workers who work near the noise generating equipment
6.5 From construction or operational traffic
Yes The limestone is suitable for lime industries. There are number of lime kilns in the area, providing ready market for the mineral
6.6 From lighting or cooling systems
No Not applicable
6.7 From any other sources yes Compressors and DG sets will be provided with Enclosures.
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7. Risks contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground into sewers, surface waters, ground water, coastal waters or the sea:
SL. No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes /
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data 7.1 From handling, storage, use or
spillage of hazardous materials Yes Explosives and diesel oil, Provisions of
MMR 1961 shall be strictly followed and statutorily qualified persons shall be employed in the use, transport and storage of explosives to overcome the risks.
7.2 From discharge of sewage or other effluents to water or the land (expected mode and place of discharge)
No Domestic wastewater is sent to septic tank followed by soak pit.
7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to air into the land or into water
Yes Dust may be deposited on the crops of adjacent fields which may be mitigated by water sprinkling along the haul roads, provision of green barrier, covered truck transport, and provision of paved roads.
7.4 From any other sources No Not Applicable 7.5 Is there a risk of long term build
up of pollutants in the environment from these sources?
No Not Applicable
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8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the project, which could affect human or the environment
SL.No
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data 8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires
etc from storage, handling, use or production of hazardous substances
Yes For the usage, storage & transport of explosives the prescribed norms under MMR are followed and handled by statutorily qualified persons and Explosive Rules shall also be strictly followed. A magazine of approved type shall be constructed within the ML area to store the explosives, with tight security
8.2 From any other causes Yes Fires due to short circuiting in equipment, batteries for which MMR & Indian Electricity rules shall be strictly followed and firefighting equipment arrangement shall be provided at all conspicuous places with trained persons on fire fighting and on rescue works.
8.3 Could the project be affected by natural disasters causing environmental damage (e.g. floods, earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst etc)?
Yes The area receives 1050 mm of rain fall/annum. The pit is not likely to be filled in case of cloud bursts. Land slides could not occur if systematic bench system is followed and the slope of the pit is maintained at 45 degrees. No record of earth quakes is existing in the area. The zone falls in category II.
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9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality
SL.No.
Information / Checklist confirmation
Yes / No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible)
with source of information data 9.1 Lead to development of
supporting. facilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project which could have impact on the environment e.g.: • Supporting infrastructure (roads, power supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc) • housing development • extractive industries • supply industries • others
Yes
Limestone is supplied to local kilns
9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an impact on the environment
Yes The worked out pit shall be left as water reservoir, with green belt development which shall be used for irrigation and domestic purposes in the neighborhood. The afforestation work done shall improve aesthetic beauty of the area and immigration of avifauna. Further, regular environmental monitoring will be done in the project site and in the surroundings to maintain the pollutants level emitted from the mining activity within the permissible limits.
9.3 Set a precedent for later developments Yes
Employment and Settlement and establishment of business centers near to the project site are expected.
9.4 Have cumulative effects due to proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects
No The baseline data of the surrounding areas is within the prescribed limits as observed from the secondary data.
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III. Environmental Sensitivity
Sl.No Areas Name / Identity
Aerial distance (within 15 km.) Proposed project location boundary
1 Areas protected under international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value
Nil
Not applicable.
2 Areas which are important or sensitive for ecological reasons–Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains forests
Yes;
Konanki Reserved forest is at a distance of 5.4km in NE direction. Janapadu Reserved forest is at a distance of 5.0km in SE direction. Seasonal Erra Vagu is at a distance of 3.2km in Southeast direction. Akurajupalli Major Canal is at a distance of 3.6km in West direction
3 Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration
Nil Not applicable
4 Inland, coastal, marine or underground waters
No
5 State, National boundaries NO 6 Routes or facilities used by the
public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas
No Piduguralla to Pillutla road is passing at a distance of 2.0km from the QL area in East direction
7 Defence installations Nil Not applicable 8 Densely populated or built-up
area Yes Piduguralla is at a distance of 3.0 km
9 Areas occupied by sensitive man-made land uses (hospital, schools, places of worship, community facilities)
Yes
Piduguralla is at a distance of 3.0 km
10 Areas containing important, high quality or scarce resources (ground water resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals)
Yes The area has limestone deposits.
11 Areas already subjected to pollution or environmental damage.(those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded)
Nil Not applicable
12 Areas susceptible to natural hazard which could cause the
Nil
Not applicable.
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Sl.No Areas Name / Identity
Aerial distance (within 15 km.) Proposed project location boundary
project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions)
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(IV) Proposed Terms of Reference for EIA studies Scope of Work of EIA
The model terms of conditions published by MoEF&CC in April 2015 shall be strictly followed. Additional TOR's if any shall be followed “...The EIA shall cover the following: Description of the proposed project: The first task: “Description of the proposed project” forms a vital component of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) as it provides the basis for evaluating the likely causes of Environmental Impacts. Existing Environment and Baseline Conditions: The baseline assessment will be carried out to identify potentially sensitive and critical areas that may be affected by the project in an area of 10 km surrounding the project location. The critical and sensitive targets shall be plotted on land use map of project impact area. The existing environment and baseline conditions should be established from: -Analysis of existing information published and secondary data. -Consultation with relevant statutory authorities, and Field visits for supplementation of missing gaps. The key subject areas which the EIA shall address include Ecology and Nature conservation, Air quality, surface and water quality in project impact area, soil quality, cultural heritage, landscape, land use, noise quality, etc. Natural habitats like national parks, wildlife reserves, sanctuaries, sacred grove, protected areas, forests, wetlands, major rivers and waterways if any, shall also be identified and marked. Assessment of Environmental Impacts: Based upon the results from the review of existing information, field visits, site data collection and consultation, for each component of environment (physical, biological and socio economic) the positive, negative, direct and indirect, temporary and permanent impacts will be evaluated along with an indication of the degree of impact, i.e., whether the impact is significant, moderate, minor or negligible. The degree of impact shall also be quantified by using state of the art air quality impact prediction models based on ISCST3 algorithms.
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Figure A.1 Site Location of Smt. Swarna Akkamma Lime stone mine
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Figure A.2 Lease Sketch for Smt. Swarna Akkamma Lime stone mine
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ANNEXURE I
Introduction
Smt. Swarna Akkamma proposes to conduct opencast method quarrying for Lime stone extraction in an area of 74.49 ha in Survey No. 855/61, Piduguralla Village, Piduguralla Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3rd Renewal of quarry lease for Lime stone was sanctioned orders issued by Industries and Commerce (M.II) Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh vide G.O.Ms. No. 144 dated 30.4.2005. The Mining plan has been approved by the Regional Controller of Mines, Indian Bureau of Mines, Hyderabad vide Letter No. AP/GNR/MP/LST‐20‐HYD dated 10‐12‐2014.Total project cost proposed for the project is Rs. 60lakhs. Mine Location
Smt. Swarna Akkamma proposes to conduct opencast method quarrying for Lime stone
extraction in an area of 74.49 ha in Survey No. 855/61, Piduguralla Village, Piduguralla
Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. The quarry lease area falls in the Survey of India
topo sheet no. 56 P10, P11, P14 & P15 with GPS (WGS‐84 datum) co‐ordinates of Latitude
16°30'15.38"Nand Longitude 79°53'3.76"Ewith an elevation of 99 m. The nearest village
Chendripalem located at a distance of 1.4km from the QL area in Southeast direction. The
nearest town is Piduguralla located at a distance of 3.0 kms in South direction. Railway
station is Piduguralla at a distance of 2.9 kms in Southwest direction. The road access is
Piduguralla to Pillutla road is passing at a distance of 2.0km from the QL area in East
direction. The lease area can be accessible through a cart track. Konanki Reserved forest is
at a distance of 5.4km in NE direction. Janapadu Reserved forest is at a distance of 5.0km in
SE direction. Seasonal Erra Vagu is at a distance of 3.2km in Southeast direction.
Akurajupalli Major Canal is at a distance of 3.6km in West direction. There is no national
park, wildlife/bird sanctuary and critically polluted areas within 10km radius from the
quarry lease area. The details of the mine lease area are presented in Table Below.
Table A. 1 Details of the mine lease area
State & District Mandal Villages Sy. No Area in ha Andhra Pradesh,
Guntur Piduguralla Piduguralla 855/61 184.07 acres
(74.49ha)
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Reserves and Life of Quarry
Proved Mineral Reserves (111)
Section Section Area m2 Influence B. D. Recovery Tonnage C-C’ 110 75 2.5 95% 19593.75 D-D’ 175 50 2.5 95% 20781.25 Total 40375
Probable Mineral Reserve (122)
Section Section Area m2 Influence B. D. Recovery Tonnage B-B’ 300 50 2.5 95% 35625 C-C’ 768 75 2.5 95% 136800 D-D’ 720 50 2.5 95% 85500 Total 257925
Pre feasibility Mineral Resources (222) Under 7.5m barrier zone
Section Section Area m2 Influence B. D. Recovery Tonnage D-D’ 118 5 2.5 95% 1401 Total 1401
Measured Mineral Resources (332) Under 50m Barrier Zone
Section Section Area m2 Influence B. D. Recovery Tonnage D-D’ 281 10 2.5 95% 6673 Total 6673
Reconnaissance Minerals Resources (334)
Section Section Area m2 Influence B. D. Recovery Tonnage A-A’ 557 75 2.5 95% 99215 B-B’ 1904 100 2.5 95% 452200 C-C’ 3191 100 2.5 95% 757862 D-D’ 2583 100 2.5 95% 613462 E-E’ 4200 100 2.5 95% 997500 F-F’ 1534 100 2.5 95% 364325 G-G’ 1541 100 2.5 95% 365987 H-H’ 791 75 2.5 95% 140896 Total 3791447
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Category wise resources/reserves with grade (as on 1st April 2013)
United Nation Frame-Work Classification (UNFC)
UNFC Code In MT
Proved Mineral Reserves 111 40375 Probable Mineral Reserve 122 257925 Feasibility Mineral Resources 211 -- Pre feasibility Mineral Resources 222 1401 Measured Mineral Resources 331 --- Indicated Mineral Resource 332 6673 Inferred Mineral Resource 333 --- Reconnaissance Mineral 334 3791447
Total Geological Reserves are 298300 ton
Category wise updated reserves with grade
Category Quantity ton Grade UNFC Code Proved Minerals Reserves 40375 44% - 47% (CaO) 111 Probable Mineral Reserves 257925 44% - 47% (CaO) 122 Total 298300
Life of the Mine= Reserves/Production= 298300/50000=8years
Mining Method:
It is proposed to work the pit by open cast mining method. Loosening of stratum
will be done by jack hammer drilling and blasting. Bench Parameters will be
designed to suit the way of working. Height of the bench will be 3m width of the
bench will be at least 5m. Road will be taken to the working bench. It is proposed to
cut top 3m slice of the stratum to achieve the yearly production.
Requirement of explosives will be
A magazine of suitable storage capacity is proposed to be constructed as per
existing rules, to store the explosives.
Loading: Both sized Limestone, intercalated waste and OB will be loaded by
hydraulic excavators into dumpers to be sent to crushing plant and to cement plant
by dedicated conveyor belt.
Site Services: Mines office, first aid room, drinking water, rest shed, tool room, fuel
shed crusher and toilets will be provided in the mine area, for use of the workers.
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Mine Drainage: Drilling done upto 30 m depth did not encounter sub surface
water. Thus no mine seepage is anticipated. Rain water accumulated in the pit
during the rainy season, will be desilted and pumped out in to the nearby seasonal
nala.
Machinery Requirement: The following machinery is proposed to be deployed to
work the mine in two shifts. The Mining Machinery are presented in Table below
Mining Machinery
S. No Type of Machine No. of Units 1 Compressor 2 2 Jack Hammer driller 2 3 Hydraulic Excavator 1 4 Dumper 2 5 Explosive Van 1 6 Water Tanker 2 7 Jeep 1
ANNEXURE II
Air Emissions
The sources of air pollution from the proposed mining are site preparation, drilling,
blasting, Loading / unloading, transportation.
Annexure – III
Total water requirement is 24 KLD, which is mainly for drilling, maintaining green
belt, domestic requirement and dust suppression , which shall met from mine
seepage water / bore wells is mentioned in the following table;
Water Requirement for Mining Activity
S.No. Purpose Total KLD 1 Dust suppression 10
2 Wetting drill surface 5
3 Green belt 5
4 Domestic 4
Total 24
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Annexure – IV
Solid waste
Top soil will be stacked at non mineralized area and will be utilized in green belt
development. No Over burden (OB) waste generated during mining.
Solid waste generation S. No Description Quantity Disposal 1. Top Soil (MmTA) 1.1 Used for Green belt
development
2. Waste Oil (KL /Year)
10 Sent to authorized recyclers
3. Used lead acid batteries (No’s/year)
25 Sent to authorized recyclers
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Mine Closer Plan
Reclamation of Land used for Mining:
No part of the applied area is expected to be totally mined out in the first five year
period.
In the ultimate context proposed mining will result in a pit spread over about 74.49
ha, with a maximum depth of 30 m BGL;
In the absence of waste material the pit cannot be reclaimed by back filling. Thus it
will be left open to serve as a reservoir for storing rain water and mine seepage if
any. The giant water body thus resulting may be duly landscaped and used as a
source of plant process. This may serve as a good tourist attraction.
Smt. SWARNA AKKAMMA Lime stone mine
SURVEY NO. 855/61, PIDUGURALLA VILLAGE & MANDAL, GUNTUR DISTRICT, ANDHRA PRADESH
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