ENVIROMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR DEVGAON SAND STONE DEPOSIT AREA 2.00 HECTARE TEHSIL RITHI DISTT- KATNI (M.P)

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1 VILLAGE : DEVGAON TEHSIL : RITHI DISTRICT : KATNI MINERAL : SAND STONE KHASRA NO : 7 PART AREA : 2.00 HECTARE PRPOSED PRODUCTION: 800 M 3 /YEAR STATE : MADHYA PRADESH LEASE PERIOD : 10 YEAR SUBMITTED UNDER RULES 42 (E) & PMCP UNDER 42 (J-2) OF MMR, 1996 FOR GRANT OF QUARRY LEASE LESSEE: SHRI RAHMAN KHAN BALIMA SMT JAMILA B W/O LATE SHRI SIKANDAR KHAN,RESI. VILLAGE DEVGAON, TEHSIL. RITHI DISTT. KATNI (M.P) PREPARED BY: Address:- Arya Geo-Tech Services Amit Mishra (Geologist) Regd. No. RQP/DGMMP/66/2013,Valid upto 29/07/2018 Kabara Colony, Nagpur Road Distt.-Chhindwara (M.P.),

2 1. ENVIROMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (A) A NOTE THE STATUS OF THE BASE LINE INFORMATION WITH REGARD TO THE FOLLOWING- 1.0 Introduction The environment management plan has been prepared for subject opencast semi mechanized mining operation for Sand stone with capacity of 800 m 3 per year. The EMP includes formulation, implementation and monitoring of environmental protection measures during operation of the project. The EMP list out all these measures for the mining activities. The EMP is prepared keeping in view of all possible strategies oriented towards impact minimization. The main objectives of EMP are given below: To establish the present environmental scenario considering the other activities in the study area. To anticipate the impacts of existing and proposed mining operations on the environment. To prepare a detailed action plan for implementation of mitigative measures. To suggest preventive and mitigative measures to minimise adverse impacts and to maximize beneficial impacts. To suggest a post operational monitoring programmes of mitigative measures to ensure the quality of environment To suggest the formation of a core group responsible for implementation of protective measures and regular monitoring of such implementation To prepare a capital cost estimate and annual recurring cost for Environmental Management Plan. Through environment plan is under execution for existing operation; however it is required to provide further strength for effectiveness. Mitigation measures at the source level and an overall management plan are elicited so as to conserve the environment. It is observed that quarry area is recorded as degreased sand stone. There is no quarries are adjacent to the subject area and no another quarries are located in the 500 meter radius. Water body in SW direction canal Implementation of EMP is should consider the above stated tenure. The environmental attributes, which are likely to be affected, are land use, topography, water resources, soil, air quality, socio-economic status, ecology and public health. Environmental Management System The management as a part of its environment policy declared its responsibility and commitment to protect the environment and to ensure the public safety.

3 To realise the implementation of its environmental policy, project management should give proper structure to environmental management system. Air Environment The potential sources of air pollution arising from the existing is observed from excavation of mineral, waste dumps, haul roads and transportation of mineral in the vicinity. Air pollution caused by mining and associated activities can be classified into the following categories: Gaseous pollutants (Nitrogen Oxides, Sulphur Dioxide and Carbon Monoxides); and Particulate Matter. Forever mitigative measures suggested for air pollution control are based on the baseline ambient air quality monitoring data. It is desirable that air quality should be monitored on a regular basis to check it vis-à-vis the standards prescribed by CPCB and in cases of non-compliance, appropriate mitigative measures has also been adopted. Dust control measures Dust is the major pollutant generated from the mining operations. Dust is also generated during handling and transportation of the material. The environmental control measures, which has been taken up are existing as well as proposed to control the fugitive dust released during the sand stone production are given below: a) Haulage road & Dumps: During the mining of Sand stone boulder for following measures has been taken to mitigate the effect of Sand stone mining operation over ambient air environment: Frequent Water spraying has already been carried out on the haulage roads, services road & dump area and same practice will continue in future also. Considering the location of village dumping has been done in North West and south direction. Over burden dumps will not be left active for longer period and will be used for reclamation purposes. Over burden dumps has been temporary stabilized with legumes and grasses to prevent the erosion of soil and to arrest the dust emission during windy days. Water has already been sprayed over the muck pile and dumps to reduced the dust generation; Dust mask has been provided to all workers. Regular maintenance of vehicles and machines has been carried out in order to control emissions; Cutting tools for Sand stone have been used with the spray of water to reduce the dust emission.

4 During the drilling of Sand stone block, water has been sprayed, so reduced the dust emission. Emission Sources and Control Options Operation or source Mining Operations Loading Hauling (emissions from roads) Control options Water wetting Water wetting, Soil stabilization, Traffic control. All above measures is expected to be continue in future Controlling of CO levels The concentration of CO in ambient air was less than 1 ppm at This can be controlled by proper maintenance and servicing of vehicles. Controlling of NO2 levels The source of NO2 would be due to vehicular emissions. This can be controlled by proper maintenance and servicing of vehicles. Occupational health & safety measure wrt air environment All the above precautions has been adopted to prevent dust generation at site and to be dispersed in the outside environment. However, for the safety of workers at site, dust masks have also been provided. Dust masks is help to prevent preventing inhalation of PM thereby reducing the risk of lung diseases and other respiratory disorders. Regular health monitoring (ones in a year) of workers has also been carried out. Noise Environment The main source of noise in mining activity vehicle movement ambient noise levels are well within the stipulated limits of CPCB. Blasting and drilling has been not required for mining activity as per mining plan. In order to further control the noise levels in the work zone following measures are adopted: Mitigation Measures to Reduce Ambient Noise Levels The following control measures are being adopted to keep the ambient noise levels well below the limits: A thick tree belt shall be being provided in phased manner around the periphery of the mine to screen the noise; Trees shall be planted on both sides of roads used for transport of men and material; Proper maintenance has been done of noise generating machinery including the transport vehicles; and Silencers have been provided to modulate the noise generated by machines. Installation of noise generating machinery, strictly in compliance with the recommendations of the manufacturers. This would ensure an

5 installation free from vibration and exhaust leaks which are also major contributors to increased noise levels Provision of insulating caps and aids at the exit of noise source on the machinery. Use of damping materials such as thin rubber sheet for wrapping the worn places of compressors, generators etc. Shock absorbing techniques to reduce impact Apart from above, the formation of internal dump and green belt development will also muffle the noise to a great extent. Regular maintenance of machines and vehicles have been carried out regularly. All moving parts of machine have been properly lubricated; Non-moving parts of machine have been properly fastened Acoustic treatment for rotating equipments Measures to Protect Workers from High Noise Levels The following measures have been taken to protect the workers from exposure to higher noise levels: i. The workforce working at the mining face, where high noise level is expected, has been provided with protective device for occupational safety. ii. Compulsory use of personnel protective equipment (PPE) such as ear plugs for the workers Water Environment There is no water course in the lease area. Water body for sw direction. The water table in the quarry area varies from 20 to 30 m whereas mining will be done up to avg m above surface level thus ground water table will not touch during conceptual period. Surface water source will not be affected in the quarry area due to small scale, opencast mining. Rainwater may get accumulated in the working pit. The pumped out water will be used to fill the village pond, which is used by villagers. The quality of discharged water must be ensured after settling tank before draining at pond. Water requirement of the project is estimated is 2.00 kl per day, which will be met from existing bore well, pit water and through tanker. Following measures has been taken to avoid accumulation of water: 1. Pump has already been installed to lift accumulated rain water from working pit. 2. Garland drain have been proposed to nearest nalla the waste dumps which help to restrict/retain the loose particles. Depth & length of garland drain is observed 0.50m and 1000 m respectively.

6 3. Garland drains have been proposed made along the slop of hill along the village side. Length & depth of garland drain is observed approx 1000 m and 2.5m 4. It must be ensured that silt content in the mines discharged is minimum. 5. It must be ensured that quality of drinking water for the worker is hygienic. Land Environment and solid waste management The original topography of the part of area will further be affected due to the operation. Land use details as per mining plan after and before mining operation. Biological Environment Since there are no notified endangered species in the area, which will be effected due to the mining activities, therefore the biological environment will not have significant impact due to proposed activity. The impact on the biological environment due to amount of dust generation is minimised by welldeveloped green belt in and around mining lease area. The green belt development not only functions as foreground and background landscape features resulting in harmonizing and amalgamating the physical structures of the mines with surrounding environment, but also acts as pollution sink as indicated above. Thus, implementation of afforestation program is of paramount importance. In addition to augmenting present vegetation, it will also check soil erosion, make the ecosystem more complex and functionally, stable and make the climate more conducive. The plantation matrix should be adopted for the green belt development includes pits of 0.3m x 0.3m x 0.3 m size with the spacing of 2.0 m x 2.0m. Selection Criteria of plant species for Green Development Plant The selection of plant species for the development depends on various factors such as climate, elevation and soil. Area falls under the tropical region and thus the local species should be selected. Following criteria may be taken for selection of species. The species should be fast growing. The species should form a dense canopy. As far as possible, the species should be indigenous and locally available Soil improving plants (Nitrogen fixing, rapidly decomposable leaf litter). Plant Species for Mine Area and its Boundary Acacia nilotica Leuceana leucocephala Albizzia species Morus indica/alba Acacia auriculiformis Prosopis species Azadirachta indicata Syzygium cuminii

7 Annona squamosa Tamarindus indica Bauhinia variegata Terminelia arjuna Butea monosperma Zizyphus species Cassia festula Carissa species Dalbergia sisoo Feronia species Erythrina indica Phylanthus species Ficus bengalensis Madhuca species Ficus religiosa Magnifera species Grewia species Leuceana leucocephala Plantation Schedule A stage-wise comprehensive afforestation program is prepared and shall be implemented. The locations of the proposed greenbelt along with area of the green cover are given in the conceptual plan. Afforestation plan ENVIRONMENT IMPACT & MANAGEMENT: Ecology: Stage Wise Cumulative Plantation REQUIREMENTS OF PLANTS FOR AFFORESTATION/RECLAMATION Year Unworked Plantation area bench of pit Village side Total area green belt Area Trees Area Trees Area Trees Area Trees Area Trees Present Nil Nil 1 st to 5th th to conceptual period Total Occupational, Health and Safety To avoid any adverse affects on the health of workers due to dust & noise, sufficient measures have been provided in the mining project. These may include: Provision of rest shelters for mine workers with amenities like drinking water, fans, toilets etc. Provision of personal protection devices to the workers; Dust suppression of haul road; and First-aid facilities in the mining area. The management will carry out periodical health check up with view to ascertaining the effective implementation of policy. All first aid facilities has already been provided in the quarry office All the medicines prescribed by doctors has been provided to the employees at free of cost by the management. The working personnel has already been given the following appropriate personnel protective equipments. Industrial safety helmets.

8 Ear plugs. Industrial safety shoes. Safety helmets Safety spectacles Gas tight rubber goggles Petromax lamp/torches Axes/hand saw Gloves (PVC, asbestos, special rubber make)- Rubber glove Blanket Rubber sole shoes and gum boots Safety shoes with toe protection Shoes with non-skid soles Safety belt with life line (leather, hard rubber or neoprene) Socio economic Measures Socio-economic was been conducted in 5 villages of the study area out of villages. The selected villages under its CSR plan identifies the needs of the surrounding villages and has developed a social management plan to benefit the surrounding areas. Thus the surrounding villages have been benefited from the mining activity. Local employed generated approximate 20 numbers as per the qualification and skill unskilled. Has already carried out number of welfare activities in the area like: Proposed CSR activate Samuhik Kanya Vivah Deeping of local pond Free Medical Camp (Eye & Dental check-up) Contribute to Local Area Development Fund Free drinking water supply facility to nearby village by Tanker Details of budgetary arrangement for environment management. Cost of EMP S. No. Head 1 Air pollution monitoring 2 Water pollution monitoring Approximate Capital cost (Rs. In lacs/annum) Basis 0.30 Cost has been include water spray arrangement 0.30 Include cost of septic tank, garland Approximate Basis recurring cost per annum (Rs. in lacs/annum) 0.20 Expected cost includes regular monitoring by approved third party 0.20 Expected cost includes regular monitoring by approved third

9 S. No. Head 3 Noise pollution monitoring 4 Solid and hazardous waste management 5 Environmental Monitoring and management 6 Plantation at Site Approximate Capital cost (Rs. In lacs/annum) Basis Approximate recurring cost per annum (Rs. in lacs/annum) Basis drain, party Expected cost includes regular monitoring by approved third party 0.00 Capital cost 0.00 include cost of providing garland drain, settling tank & dump management Recurring cost would incur on hiring of consultants for environmental management and payment of various statutory fees to Regulatory agencies 0.40 Plantation in and around site. TOTAL Maintenance of plantation Signature AMIT KUMAR MISHRA REGN. NO. RQP/DGMMP/66/2013 Valid up to