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SCHEME OF MINING FOR
MULTICOLOUR GRANITE
(Under Rule 19A of TNMMCR 1959 & Rule 12, 13 & 16 of GCDR, 1999)
EXTENT : 2.11.10 HA S.F.NOS : 442/1A (PART) AND 442/2(PART)
VILLAGE : PONMANAI TALUK : KALKULAM
DISTRICT : KANNIYAKUMARI STATE : TAMIL NADU
LESSEE
Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony,
Kottar, Nagercoil,
Kanniyakumari District.
Prepared by
C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
No.93/36E2, Subramaniyar Kovil Street,
Omalur Taluk, Salem District,
Tamil Nadu, Pin-636 455.
Mobile:9750223535 & 94446 54520.
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C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
No.93/36E2, Subramaniyar Kovil Street,
Omalur Taluk, Salem District,
Tamil Nadu, Pin-636 455.
Mobile:9750223535 & 94446 54520.
CERTIFICATE FROM THE RECOGNISED QUALIFIED PERSON
This is to certify that the Provisions of Granite Conservation and Development Rules, 1999 and Tamil
Nadu Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1959 have been observed in the preparation of Scheme of Mining for
Multicolour Granite over an Extent of 2.11.10Ha. in S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in Ponmanai
Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari District, Tamilnadu State. The Scheme has been prepared for
Tvl.Om Muruga Granites, No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony, Kottar, Nagercoil, Kanniyakumari District.
Whenever specific permissions/exemptions/ relaxations and approvals are required, the applicant will approach
the concerned authorities of Directorate of Geology and Mining, Government of Tamilnadu, Guindy, Chennai–
600 032 for such permissions/ exemptions /relaxations and approvals.
It is also certified that information furnished in the above Scheme of Mining are true and correct to the
best of my knowledge.
C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
Place: Salem
Date: 05.01.2018
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Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony,
Kottar, Nagercoil,
Kanniyakumari District.
CONSENT LETTER FROM APPLICANT
The Scheme of Mining in respect of Multicolour Granite over an Extent of 2.11.10Ha in
S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in Ponmanai Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari District,
Tamilnadu State has been prepared by C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A.
I request the Director, Department of Geology and Mining, Chennai to make further correspondence
regarding the modification/clarification in respect of the Scheme of Mining Plan with the said recognized
qualified person at the following address.
C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
No.93/36E2, Subramaniyar Kovil Street,
Omalur Taluk, Salem District,
Tamil Nadu, Pin-636 455.
Mobile:9750223535 & 94446 54520.
I hereby undertake that all the modifications, if any made in the mining plan by the Recognized qualified
person may be deemed to have been made with my knowledge and consent and shall be acceptable to me
and binding on me in all respects.
G.K. Karuppiah (Partner)
M.Subramanian (Partner)
For Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
Place: Kanniyakumari
Date: 03.01.2018
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Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony,
Kottar, Nagercoil,
Kanniyakumari District.
DECLARATION OF MINE OWNER
The Scheme of Mining in respect of Multicolour Granite over an Extent of 2.11.10Ha. in
S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in Ponmanai Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari District,
Tamilnadu State has been prepared in full consultation with me by C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A.
I have understood its contents and agree to implement the same in accordance with Laws
applicable to Mines.
G.K. Karuppiah (Partner)
M.Subramanian (Partner)
For Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
Place: Kanniyakumari
Date: 03.01.2018
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C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
No.93/36E2, Subramaniyar Kovil Street,
Omalur Taluk, Salem District,
Tamil Nadu, Pin-636 455.
Mobile:9750223535 & 94446 54520.
CERTIFICATE BY THE RECOGNISED QUALIFIED PERSON
Certified that the Provisions of Mines Act, Rules and Regulations made there under have been observed
in the preparation of Scheme of Mining Plan for Multicolour Granite over an Extent of 2.11.10Ha. in
S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in Ponmanai Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari District,
Tamilnadu. This Scheme has been prepared for Tvl.Om Muruga Granites, No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony, Kottar,
Nagercoil, Kanniyakumari District.
Wherever specific permissions/exemptions/ relaxations and approvals are required, the applicant will
approach the concerned authorities of the Director General of Mines Safety (DGMS), No. 5, IInd Street,
Block – AA, Anna Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu for such permissions/ exemptions /relaxations and approvals.
It is also certified that information furnished in the mining plan are true and correct to the best of my
knowledge.
C.Natarajan, M.Sc., M.Phil.,
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
Place: Salem
Date: 05.01.2018
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LIST OF CONTENTS
S.No
Description
Page No
1. Introduction 1
2. Proposal as given in the mining plan & Scheme 6
3. Exploration and reserves 9
4. Conceptual mining plan 11
5. Mining 12
6. Stacking of mineral waste and disposal of waste 17
7. Quality control 18
8. Surface transport 18
9. Site Services 18
10. Employment potential 18
11. Use of the Granite Stone 20
12. Environmental Management plan 20
13. Progressive Mine Closure Plan 23
14. Mineral Conservation And Development 23
15. Statutory Provisions 24
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LIST OF ANNEXURES
S.No Description Annexure
No 1 Copy of G.O I
2 Copy of Lease Deed II
3 Copy of FMB Sketch III
4 Copy of Village Map IV
5 Copy of Patta/Chitta V
6 Copy of Adangal VI
7 Copy of ‘A’ Register VII
8 Copy of Lease Agreement VIII
9 Copy of ID Proof IX
10 Copy of RQP Certificate X
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LIST OF PLATES
S.NO Description Plate Nos
Scale
1.
LOCATION PLAN I Not to scale
2.
ROUTE MAP
IA Not Scale
3. KEY PLAN IB 1:50,000
4. SATELLITE IMAGE IC 1:10,000
5. QUARRY LEASE PLAN II 1:1000
6. SURFACE PLAN III 1:1000
7. GEOLOGICAL PLAN AND
SECTIONS IV
Plan - 1:1000 Section Hor - 1:1000 Ver - 1:500
8. YEARWISE PRODUCTION AND
DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SECTIONS FOR NEXT FIVE YEARS
V
Plan - 1:1000 Section Hor - 1:1000 Ver - 1:500
9. QUARRY LAYOUT, LAND USE AND
AFFORESTATION PLAN VI 1:1000
10. PROGRESSIVE QUARRY
CLOSURE PLAN AND SECTIONS
VII
Plan - 1:1000 Section Hor - 1:1000 Ver - 1:500
11. ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN VIII 1:10,000
12 CONCEPTUAL PLAN AND
SECTIONS IX
Plan - 1:1000 Section Hor - 1:1000 Ver - 1:500
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SCHEME OF MINING FOR
PONMANAI MULTICOLOURED GRANITE
Period of Scheme 2018-19 to 2022-23.
(Prepared Under Rule 19A of TNMMCR 1959 & Rule 12, 13 & 16 of GCDR, 1999)
1.0 INTRODUCTION:
The present Scheme of Mining is prepared in respect of Multicoloured Granite quarry over an extent of
2.11.10Ha in S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in Ponmanai Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari
District, Tamil Nadu State. The scheme of mining is prepared with a view of optimum exploitation of granite
deposit by systematic and scientific mining with proper bench formation and adhering to strict safety
measures. The main objective of the scheme is to maintain consistent Ore to waste ratio, uniform cost of
mining, profit margin, Mineral conservation and proper dumping of waste/rejects with a bare minimum
damage to the environment and society. The applicant has vast experience in mining and marketing of
granite rough dimensional blocks and finished products in the domestic and overseas market.
1.1 Particulars of Approved Mining Plan and Date of Commencement of Mining Operation:
The Mining Lease was granted vide G.O.(3D) No.12, Industries (MMB2) Department Dated
28.01.2004 for a period of 20 (Twenty) years in favour of Tvl.Om Muruga Granites.
The Mining Operation commenced after the execution of lease deed, i.e. 11.02.2004. The Lease will
be expired by 10.02.2024.
The mining plan was approved by Commissioner of Geology and Mining vide letter No.16884/mm2/99,
dated 21.01.2004.
Mining plan was prepared and got approved by Commissioner of Geology and Mining, previous
Scheme of Mining Plan was prepared and submitted to CGM but still scheme of mining not approved.
This present scheme of Mining Plan (2018-19 to 2022-23) is prepared now for submission to
Commissioner of Geology and Mining for approval.
To comply with the rule of GCDR, 1999 the present Scheme of mining is prepared for the period of
2018-19 to 2022-23.
1.2 Detail of lease particulars are given as under:
Table -1
GO. No. Extent (Hects) Date of Grant Period of
lease Date of expiry
G.O.(3D) No.12 2.11.10 11.02.2004. 20 Years 10.02.2024
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1.3 Proposed and actual Production particulars for the last fourteen years Table -2
Year
Proposed Achieved
ROM (M3) Production @40% (M3)
ROM (M3) Production achieved
40% (M3)
2004 – 05 1500 600 Earth Development work
2005 – 06 1500 600
2006 – 07 1500 600 128 51
2007 – 08 1500 600 22 9
2008 – 09 1500 600 48 19
2009 – 10 142 57
2010 – 11 - - 480 192
2011 - 12 - - 255 102
2012 - 13 - - 970 388
2013 - 14 - - 623 249
2014 – 15 - - 695 278
2015 – 16 - - - -
2016 – 17 - - - -
2017 – 18 - - - -
Total 7500 3000 3363 1345
# Recovery Estimated 40% (The production was archived in year 2014-15 was 278m3 after that we
could not mine and transport due to environment clearance).
* There was a substantial difference between in the proposed and actual production. The reasons
are due to,
1. Poor recovery of Multicoloured granite
2. Scarcity of Skilled & Semi Skilled labours
3. Poor market conditions
4. Overseas Market recession
5. Financial crisis
The area under the leasehold has wide spread deposits of multi colour granite gneiss. The applicant started
the quarry operation with a hope that they would be able to get good recovery from the quarry and the
demand for the material in the domestic and overseas market would be encouraging.
But the recovery was poor and the market condition was also different from his expectation and was not
able to find a customer for this material for the reason that the granite available in the neighbouring area
were high in demand both in the local and export market. But that did not deter the applicant to discontinue
the quarry operation and he operated in a limited manner by doing both the development and extraction of
granite blocks simultaneously despite poor recovery, marketability and financial implications.
Since the applicant hopes that the material being extracted from his quarry will find salability in the market
in the near future, as the construction business in the domestic and overseas market is booming and the
demand for alternate material is on the increasing trend, the applicant wants to continue the quarry
operation and submitting this scheme of mining.
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1.4.0 REVIEW OF MINING PLAN:
1.4.1 Name of the Quarry : Ponmanai Multicoloured granite Quarry
Name of the Owner/Lessee : Tvl.Om Muruga Granites
Address : No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony,
Kottar, Nagercoil,
Kanniyakumari District.
Telephone : 9843268226
Date of commencement of : 11.02.2004
Mining operation
1.4.2 REVIEW OF COMPLIANCE POSITION OF SALIENT FEATURES OF MINING PLAN
i. The date of commencement of the period of lease shall be the date on which the
agreement is executed.
ii. The applicant shall pay seigniorage or dead rent whichever is more respect of the actual
quantity of granite removed at the rate prescribed from time to time in appendix- II of the
Tamilnadu Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 1959.
iii. The applicant should keep correct accounts showing the quantities and other particulars of
all minerals obtained from the lands permitted to quarry.
iv. The applicant should also allow any officer authorized by the District Collector or any
officer authorized by him in this behalf or any other officer authorized by the State
Government in this behalf to inspect the area and verify records and accounts and furnish
such furnish such information under the terms as may be required by them.
v. The applicant shall carry out the quarrying operations in skilful, scientific, systematic
manner keeping in view the proper safety of the labour conservation of minerals and
preservation of the above said authorities.
vi. The applicant shall allow any officer authorized by the District Collector and Commissioner
of Geology and Mining to enter upon the area and inspect for the purpose mentioned in
conditions 4 and 6 above and also carry out the directions issued to the satisfaction of the
above said authorities.
vii. No quarrying activities connected there to shall be done before the execution of the
agreement and are registration at the cost of the applicant.
viii. No hindrance shall be caused to the adjoining pattadars of public.
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ix. The applicant should restrict his mining operation strictly within the permitted area as
defined in the sketch.
x. The applicant should follow terms conditions are also subject to such further modifications,
deletion and additions alteration as may be ordered by the Government to be included in
the agreement to be executed for this purpose.
xi. The applicant should maintain at his cost proper signboards indicating the survey
numbers, years of the lease, name of the lease holder and the lease period to the
satisfaction of the District Collector / Commissioner of Geology and Mining and maintain it
all time at the quarry site.
xii. No working shall be made within a distance of 7.5metres of the boundaries of the
permitted area.
xiii. The applicant should make his own arrangements to form the approach road from the
public road to the place of his quarry.
xiv. The lessee shall strictly adhere to the statutory and safety requirements.
xv. The waste materials generated during quarrying operation shall be dumped only in the
area granted under lease.
1.5.0 REVIEW OF IMPORTANT CHAPTERS OF MINING PLAN
1.5.1 EXPLORATION:
The Geological Survey of India and Department of Geology & Mining have already carried out
detailed survey & recorded the findings. There is one existing trial pit.
MINE DEVELOPMENT
The mine development & production proposed in the approved mining plan and the actual
development & production is given in the table below. The development and production were carried out as
proposed in the mining plan. The production and development were started from the Centre portion and
progressed towards the Western portion. Please refer Surface and Geological plan (Plate No. III & IV).
The production and development for the last Ten years of the mining plan is as under:
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PROPOSAL GIVEN IN THE APPROVED MINING PLAN:
Table -3
Year Proposed Achieved
ROM (M3) Production @40% (M3)
ROM (M3) Production achieved
40% (M3)
2004 – 05 1500 600 Earth Development work
2005 – 06 1500 600
2006 – 07 1500 600 128 51
2007 – 08 1500 600 22 9
2008 – 09 1500 600 48 19
2009 – 10 142 57
2010 – 11 - - 480 192
2011 - 12 - - 255 102
2012 - 13 - - 970 388
2013 - 14 - - 623 249
2014 – 15 - - 695 278
2015 – 16 - - - -
2016 – 17 - - - -
2017 – 18 - - - -
Total 7500 3000 3363 1345
# Recovery anticipated 40%
REVIEW OF MINING DEVELOPMENT:
The mining operation was carried out as per the proposal, which started from the center portion
and progressed towards the western portion of the lease area. The lessee had initially used the machinery
as proposed and quarried the deposit but could not produce the proposed quantity of granite blocks of
commercial quality. As the deposit beneath the ground were highly fractured and having defects/ flaws like
bands, veins, blemishes, moles etc., resulting in poor recovery. Moreover, the market demand was not as
anticipated. Due to the financial crises, the lessee was forced to carry out the mining operation in a slow
paced manner intermittently.
1.6.0 AFFORESTATION PROGRAMME:
Program of Afforestation as given in the mining plan from 2006 to 2015 are given as under.
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Proposal as given in the mining plan: Table -4
Year
Area to be covered (Sq.m)
No of saplings
Type of saplings
Space between saplings
Survival rate %
2004 - 05 150 50 Neem 3mx3m 80%
2005 - 06 150 50 Tamrind 3mx3m 80%
2006 - 07 150 50 Mango 3mx3m 80%
2007 – 08 150 50 Jack Fruit 3mx3m 80%
2008 – 09 150 50 Teak 3mx3m 80%
2009 – 10 - -
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2010 – 11 - - - -
2011 - 12 - - - -
2012 - 13 - - - -
2013 - 14 - - - -
2014 - 15 - - - -
Total number of trees planted during the period 2004 to 2015 is 25 numbers around mines office
and the actual survival was 20 neem trees, 80% survival rate as envisaged in the approved mining plan.
The lessee will take necessary steps to compensate and develop the afforestation program in the present
scheme period.
1.7.0 LAND RECLAMATION AND REHABILITATION:
The mining operation is being concentrated only in the Granite bearing area and it has not reached
the ultimate pit limit of mining, hence the program of back filing the quarry pit does not arise now. Dumps
are properly terraced systematically by multilevel dumping. When the dump becomes non-active it will be
further terraced for spread of top soil for reclamation and plantation of trees. Back filling will be started after
completion of mining. No much disturbance is observed in area in respect of fauna, flora and human
settlement of the villages. The lessee has to rehabilitate the old dumps and stabilize it with local
inhabitants. Similarly the workings should be landscaped or terraced properly after completion of mining so
as to utilize the worked out area for aqua culture., etc.
The mining operation was carried out only with minimum machineries, certified by RTO for
emission & pollution. Hence, the effects due to dust, noise and vibration were minimal.
1.8.0 CONTROL OF DUST, NOISE AND VIBRATION DUST:
The mining operation was carried out only with minimum machinery, certified by RTO for emission
& pollution. Hence, the effects due to dust, noise and vibration were minimal. Any how the Ambient quality
of Air in respect of dust concentration, repairable dust, S02, N02 were tested periodically for every season
around 1 kms radius for core and buffer zones as per the guidance of TNPCB. The dust prone areas of the
Mine are the Blasting site, Loading, Hauling and dumping. All such areas were closely monitored as per the
guidelines & remedial measures taken to control/arrest the dust. noise & vibration.
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NOISE:
The ambient Noise Level ranges must be < 80 dB. Since the compressors are kept at higher levels
the impact of noise to the workers is less. Expanding Chemical is used for cracking the rough blocks and
therefore there is no noise of blasting.
VIBRATION:
Blasting induced ground vibration is the only source of vibration in mining area. Since chemicals @
1kg for 3 feet is used for 8 hours retention time for cracking the solid rock along the line of drilling, no
vibration is observed in this mine.
1.9.0 SIGNIFICANT FEATURES:
Being an individual lessee who is much concerned about the environment, he closely monitored
the environmental factors systematically without degrading the land, water and air. However, tests have to
be carried out to show the actual performance of the mine related to environmental issues. In case of any
anomalies, steps will be taken to bring them under control and comply with the statutory parameters, during
the present scheme period.
PART - II
2.0 PROPOSAL UNDER SCHEME OF MINING 2018-19 to 2022-23 YEARS:
2.1 NAME OF THE APPLICANT WITH ADDRESS
Name of the Owner/Lessee : Tvl.Om Muruga Granites,
Address : No. 40/1A, D.V.D Colony,
Kottar, Nagercoil,
Kanniyakumari District.
Telephone : 9843268226
Date of commencement of : 11.02.2004
Mining operation
2.2 NAME, ADDRESS, AND REGISTRATION NUMBER OF THE RECOGNIZED QUALIFIED PERSON
WHO PREPARED THE SCHEME OF MINING
Name : C.Natarajan.M.Sc.M.Phil.,
Recognized Qualified Person
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
Address : No.93/36E2, Subramaniyar Kovil Street,
Omalur Taluk, Salem District,
Tamil Nadu, Pin-636 455.
Mobile : 97502 23535 & 94446 54520.
Granite to be mined : Multicoloured Granite (Ivory Pearl)
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2.3 Area & Date of expiry : 2.11.10 ha & 10.02.2024.
Detail of lease particulars are given as under,
Table -5
GO. No. Extent (Hects) Date of Grant Period of
lease Date of expiry
G.O.(3D) No.12 2.11.10 11.02.2004 20 Years 10.02.2024
The Mining Plan was prepared in respect of Multicolored Granite Quarry and the same was
approved by the State Geology and Mining Department, Guindy, Chennai.
After careful examination by the Government of Tamilnadu, in exercise of powers conferred under
Rule 19A of Tamilnadu Minor Mineral Concession Rules 1959 and Rules 4, 6 and 12 of Granite Conservation
Development Rules 1999, grants quarry lease to Tvl.Om Muruga Granites, Kanniyakumari for quarrying
Multicoloured Granite, over an extent of 2.11.10 hectares in S.F.Nos. 442/1A (Part) and 442/2(Part) in
Ponmanai Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanniyakumari District for a period of twenty (20) years subject to the
conditions specified in the Annexure – I (Please refer Annexure no. I).
The Mining Lease was granted vide G.O.(3D) No.12, Industries (MMB2) Department Dated 28.01.2004 for a
period of twenty years. The Mining Operation commenced after the execution of lease deed, i.e. on
11.02.2004. The Lease will be expired by 10.02.2024.
2.5 DETAILS OF THE AREA
a. The area is marked in the Geological Survey of India, Topo Sheet No. 58 H 07.
b. The details of the land covered by the area is given below
Table -6
The area lies in the Latitudes of N 0820’15.81” to N 0820’21.23” and Longitudes of E 7719’17.71”
to E 7719’26.09” in WGS Datum-1984 (Refer Plate No. I & IA).
District Taluk Village S.F.Nos. Area in Ha. Classification
Kanniyakumari Kalkulam Ponmanai
442/1A (Part)
and
442/2(Part)
2.11.10
Patta land owned by
Thiru.Ravindran and
Tmt.Selvakumari vide
Patta Nos:1528 and 3147.
Total
2.11.10
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3.0 EXPLORATION AND RESERVES
3.1 Geology of the area.
The area is exhibits hilly terrain and granite rock is well exposed at many places with intermittent soil
cover. There are pits nearby on the Middle side of the lease area varying in depth from 6m to 11m. The general
gradient towards northeastern side of the area.
The area forms part of the peninsular gneiss, the most wide spread group of rocks found in many
parts of the South India. They consist of a very heterogeneous mixture of different types of Granite intrusive
that transformed into schist after the latter were folded, crumbled and metamorphosed. Compared to granite
gneiss, the Charnockite, quartzite covers very small area. Hornblende Biotite gneiss, Leptinite gneiss, the
retrograded derivations of Charnockite are the principle rock type of the area within which the gray and granite
gneiss occurs as irregular enclosures. Subsequent younger Gray–Pegmatite are intrusions. The granite gneiss
trends N300E- S300W and deviates upto N400E- S400W. The granite gneiss is medium grained, gray in colour
with pleasing alternate bands of pinkish yellow (Rose) and light grey with gneissic pattern. The biotite mica and
garnet forms a linear pattern. The pink feldspar shows the play of colours. The gneissic wavy pattern with pink
feldspar and the garnet on linear movement gives an extra appearance to the rocks.
The general geological sequence of the rocks in this area is:
AGE ROCK TYPE
Recent - Top soil
Archaean - Younger-gray pegmatite intrusions
Gray/granite gneiss
Charnockite
Peninsular Gneiss
3.2 METHOD OF ESTIMATION OF RESERVES
The geological plan demarcating the commercially viable granite body has been prepared in 1:1000
scale (Plate No. IV). Four sections have been drawn, one along the strike direction (X-Y) in the scale 1:1000
and another three sections perpendicular to strike (A-B), (C-D) and (E-F) suitably chosen to cover the
maximum area, in the scale of Horizontal 1:1000 & Vert 1: 500 respectively. (Plate No. IV)
The cross sectional area for the proved depth persistence of 26m (1m topsoil + 25m Multicolored
Granite) has been worked out for each section. The cross sectional area multiplied by its length of influence on
the longer axis gives the volume (insitu). The sum total of the insitu reserves available within the individual
cross section gives the Geological Reserves of the leasehold area.
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From the total Geological insitu Reserves, the quantity of Saleable granite and quantity of granite
rejects and waste generation are computed by applying recovery factor as 40% by volume. As the salable
Multicolored Granite stone are in terms of cubic meters (Volume) only and not in terms of tonnage as in the
case of major industrial mineral, the Geological reserves, Mineable reserves and quantum of waste generated
etc, are given only in terms of cubic meters.
The details of estimation of Geological reserves and Mineable reserves with reference to the
Geological plan & cross section and Conceptual Plan & Section are shown in (Plate no.IV & IX).
Both Geological Resources and Mineable Reserves are categorized as proved under UNFC code 111.
3.3 GEOLOGICAL RESOURCES:
Table -7
Section Topography Bench length in (m)
Width in (m)
Depth in (m)
Volume In m3
Geological Resources
in m3
Multicolor Granite
40% Recovery
in m3
Granite Waste 60% in
m3
Top Soil in
m3
XY-AB
Above Ground
level
I 80 73 1 5840 5840
II 80 73 5 29200 29200 11680 17520
III 80 73 5 29200 29200 11680 17520
Below Ground
level
IV 80 73 5 29200 29200 11680 17520
V 80 73 5 29200 29200 11680 17520
VI 80 73 5 29200 29200 11680 17520
Total 146000 58400 87600 5840
XY-CD
Above Ground
level
I 24 16 1 384 384
II 24 16 5 1920 1920 768 1152
III 24 59 5 7080 7080 2832 4248
Below Ground
level
IV 73 92 5 33580 33580 13432 20148
V 73 92 5 33580 33580 13432 20148
VI 73 92 5 33580 33580 13432 20148
Total 109740 43896 65844 384
XY-EF
Above Ground
level
I 92 126 1 11592 11592
II 63 94 5 29610 29610 11844 17766
III 82 117 5 47970 47970 19188 28782
Below Ground
level
IV 87 122 5 53070 53070 21228 31842
V 87 122 5 53070 53070 21228 31842
VI 87 122 5 53070 53070 21228 31842
Total 236790 94716 142074 11592
Grand Total 492530 197012 295518 17816
Topsoil = 17,816 m3
Total Geological Reserves in ROM = 4,92,530m3
Multicolored Granite Reserves @ 40% = 1,97,012 m3
Granite Waste @ 60% = 29,5518m3
Granite to waste ratio = 1:1.5
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3.4 Mineable Reserves
Table -8
Section Topography Bench length in (m)
Width in (m)
Depth in (m)
Volume In m3
Mineable Reserve
in m3
Multicolor Granite
40% Recovery
in m3
Granite Waste 60% in
m3
Top Soil in m3
XY-AB
Above Ground
level
I 72 57 1 4104 4104
II 72 56 5 20160 20160 8064 12096
III 67 46 5 15410 15410 6164 9246
Below Ground
level
IV 62 36 5 11160 11160 4464 6696
V 57 26 5 7410 7410 2964 4446
VI 52 16 5 4160 4160 1664 2496
Total 58300 23320 34980 4104
XY-CD
Above Ground
level III 24 38 5 4560 4560 1824 2736
Below Ground
level
IV 73 62 5 22630 22630 9052 13578
V 73 52 5 18980 18980 7592 11388
VI 73 42 5 15330 15330 6132 9198
Total 61500 24600 36900
XY-EF
Above Ground
level
I 83 109 1 9047 9047
II 63 86 5 27090 27090 10836 16254
III 78 100 5 39000 39000 15600 23400
Below Ground
level
IV 73 90 5 32850 32850 13140 19710
V 68 80 5 27200 27200 10880 16320
VI 63 70 5 22050 22050 8820 13230
Total 148190 59276 88914 9047
Grand Total 267990 107196 160794 13151
Topsoil = 13151m3
Total Mineable Reserves in ROM = 267990m3
Multicolored Granite Reserves @ 40% = 107196 m3
Granite Waste @ 60% = 160794 m3
Granite to waste ratio = 1:1.5
4.0 CONCEPUTAL MINING PLAN:
Conceptual mining plan is prepared with an object of long-term systematic development of benches,
lay outs, selection of ultimate pit dimension, depth of mining and selection of sites for waste dump, stock yard,
loading point, construction of infrastructure etc.
The ultimate pit size is designed based on certain practical parameters such as economical depth of
mining, safety zones, permissible area etc. The ultimate pit dimensions of the quarry are given below.
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Section Length Width Depth
XY-AB 72m 57m 26m
XY-CD 73m 77m 26m
XY-EF 83m 109m 26m
However, during extraction of blocks each bench will be of 5mts height & width and the slope will be
vertical for proper dimensional cutting.
5.0 MINING:
No change in the method of mining. The same open cast semi mechanized mining with 5m vertical
bench with a bench width of 5m will be followed.
Under the regulation 106 (2) (b) of the Metallurgical Mines Regulation 1961, in all open cast mining,
the bench height should not exceed 5m and bench width should not be less than bench height. The slope of
the bench should not exceed 60˚ from horizontal.
But as far as the quarrying of granite dimensional stones are concerned, observance of the provisions
of Regulation 106(2) (b) as above is seldom possible due to various inherent difficulties. Hence, it is proposed
to obtain relaxation to the provisions of the above regulation from the Director of Mines Safety, Chennai.
The production of Multicolored granite dimensional stone in this quarry involves the following method
of mining typical for granite stone quarries in contrast to other major mineral quarrying.
Splitting of rock mass of considerable volume from the parent sheet rock is carefully done by adopting
diamond wire cutting along the horizontal as well as vertical sides.
This liberation of huge volume of granite body from the parent sheet rock is called primary cutting. The
Blocks split are toppled and removed from the pit to the dressing yard, by using hydraulic cranes.
Removing the defective portion and dressing into the dimensional blocks are done manually using
feather, wedges, and chisels by the skilled Chislemen.
The defect free, dimensional stone of different sizes is marketed in domestic and international market.
The waste material generated during quarrying activity includes rock fragments of different sizes and
waste chips during dressing of the blocks are dumped in the area earmarked as waste dump.
The waste material and topsoil will be dumped along the Southeastern side of the lease area with
dimensions of 55m X 55mX 4.77m (Avg) in the proposed waste dump. (Plate No. V & VI).
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5.1 YEAR WISE DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION FOR THE 2018-19 to 2022-23 YEARS
Table -9
Year Section Bench length in (m)
Width in (m)
Depth in (m)
Volume In m3
Mineable reserve in
m3
Multicolor Granite
40% Recovery
in m3
Granite Waste 60% in
m3
Top Soil
in m3
2018-19
XY-AB I 18 57 1 1026 1026
II 17 56 5 4760 4760 1904 2856
Total 4760 1904 2856 1026
2019-20
XY-AB I 17 57 1 969 969
II 17 56 5 4760 4760 1904 2856
Total 4760 1904 2856 969
2020-21
XY-AB I 17 57 1 969 969
II 17 56 5 4760 4760 1904 2856
Total 4760 1904 2856 969
2021-22
XY-AB I 17 57 1 969 969
II 17 56 5 4760 4760 1904 2856
Total 4760 1904 2856 969
2022-23
XY-CD III 8 38 5 1520 1520 608 912
XY-AB III 15 46 5 3450 3450 1380 2070
Total 4970 1988 2982
Grand Total 24010 9604 14406 3933
Topsoil = 3,933m3
Total Recoverable Reserves in ROM = 24,010m3
Multicoloured Granite Reserves @ 40% = 9,604m3
Granite Waste @ 60% = 14,406m3
Granite to waste ratio = 1:1.5
Estimated Life of the quarry
Mineable ROM = 2,67,990m3
Mineable Reserves @40% = 1,07,196 m3
Average production per year@40% = 1,921 m3
Estimated Life of the Quarry = 1,07,196 / 1921
Life = 55.8years
If the quarrying operation is carried out continuously, and if the production is achieved 1,921m3 @ 40%
recovery per year, the life of the mine would be 55.8 years. The life span may be extended or shortened
depends upon the quality and market demand of the multicolored granite.
The year wise quantum of work proposed and the details of estimation of production and generation of
waste are furnished with reference to Year wise Development and Production plan (Plate No.V).
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The quarrying pit dimension is designed in such a way to meet the average annual production. The
average annual production for the Scheme period five years is 1,921m3 at the rate of 40% recovery.
For achieving the targeted production year wise, the pit dimension of 18m(L)x 57(W) x 1m (D) will be
operated from the Middle portion and will be extended towards Northwestern side from 2018-19 to 2022-23.
Details of year wise production for five years are shown with bench length, width and height in Plate No.V.
5.2 PROPOSED RATE OF PRODUCTION WHEN THE QUARRY IS FULLY DEVELOPED
The proposed rate of production when the quarry is fully developed is 1,921m3 per annum. The
production schedule for the subsequent 2018-19 to 2022-23 year is drawn mainly considering the reserves
position, availability of men & machinery, development of quarry, cost of production, market demand and
export potential.
5.3 Mineable Reserves And Anticipated Life Of Mine
The Multicolored granite are deep seated in nature as they are formed by acid intrusions in depth as
Batholiths. The depth persistence of the Multicolored granite will be beyond the economically workable depth.
The method of extraction of rock mass is highly expensive affair at greater depths.
An optimum depth of 26m (1m topsoil + 25m Multicoloured Granite) for the entire lease period has
been assumed as economically viable depth. Eventually this depth is the optimum depth for safe and scientific
quarrying.
The mineable reserves are calculated by excluding the mining loss due to formation of benches,
ultimate depth of quarry, the mineral reserve held up within the safety distances all along the boundary of
quarry lease applied area.
The mineable reserves for this Multicolored Granite quarry is thus arrived as 1,08,056m3 (Table-8) and
ROM 2,70,140m3 (Table-8) for an assumed depth of 26m from top surface (1m topsoil + 25m Multicolored
granite). The details of estimation of Scheme period five years development plan is furnished in Table-9.
The average quantity of production of Multicolored Granite from this quarry is 1,921m3 per year.
Based on the above and taking into consideration the available Mineable Reserves, the life of mine will be
about 55.8 years.
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5.4 EXTENT OF MECHANIZATION
The following machineries are utilized on rental basis for the development and production work at quarry.
I. DRILLING MACHINE Table -10
S.No Type Nos Dia Hole mm Size Capacity Make Motive power
1 Jack hammer 4 30-40 1.2m to 6m Atlas Copco Compressed air
2 Compressor 1 450/150 psa Atlas Capco Diesel Drive
II. LOADING EQUIPMENT
Table -11
III. HAULAGE WITHIN THE MINE & TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT
Table -12
S.No. Type Nos Capacity Make Motive Power
1 Tippers 2 10 tons Tata Diesel Drive
a) Transport from the quarry head to destination
Transport from quarry head to destination is done by trucks or by trailers.
b). Miscellaneous:
Apart from the above the following tools and tackles are required for quarry operation.
c. For operation
The operation of granite quarry requires the following loose tools which have to be kept sufficiently in
stock for non - interruption of the quarry work.
1. Drill roads - 0.3m ,0.4m , 0.5 m, 0.6m, 0.75m, 1.65m, 2.25m, 3m & 3.6m.
2. Steel Alloy chains of sufficient length of 12mm, 16mm and 18mm, sizes.
3.’D’ shackles to link the chains.
4. Rubber hose of required length.
5. Hose clamps to link the compressor delivery hoses.
6. Feather and wedges of 6” and 12” dia sizes utilized for splitting the block from the mother rock. This is an
important tool in the operation of a quarry.
7. Crow bars.
8. Spades.
9. Sludge Hammers
S.No. Type Nos Capacity Make Motive Power
1 Excavator 1 270 Tata Hitachi Diesel Drive
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10. Iron Pans
11. Pitcher Hammers
12. Chisels.
13. Consumables, such as diesel, Hydraulic oil, etc.
14. Stock of essential spare parts of machinery.
15. Explosive as per the licensed quantity
16. ‘M’ type portable explosive Magazine with accessories.
In addition to the above diamond wire saw equipment is used for releasing the blocks from sheet
rocks. The above machineries are adequate to meet out the development and production schedule drawn out
in this Scheme of mining.
5.5 BLASTING
a. Broad Blasting Parameters:
In granite quarrying deep hole blasting is not practiced.
The size of the block, bedding planes, presence of fissures and cracks decide the pattern of holes in
each and every blast. It is very difficult to follow a definite pattern in granite quarrying unless the granite
formation is a huge sheet rock without any bedding plane, fissures etc.
In very small quarries, the blocks are dislodged using feathers and wedges.
Hence it is very difficult to pronounce a definite pattern of holes with regard to spacing, burden, depth
etc, and also the charge per hole.
b. Type and use of explosives
In granite quarries, only heaving effect is required and not the shattering effect. The aim is to recover
as large a block as possible.
For clearing the waste rock, conventional type of explosives are proposed.
In granite quarrying it is very difficult to prescribe the charge/ hole as it depends upon the various
factors like type of rock, texture, planes of weakness, required size of block, etc.
c) Storage of explosives:
The explosive is supplied at site by authorized explosive dealers as per the days' requirement. Hence
question of storage of explosives does not arise at present.
However, the applicant has been advised to install one portable magazine of ‘M’ type at the earliest.
Splitting within the sheet rock is effected by diamond wire sawing which increases substantial recovery
percentage. Hence it is proposed to follow diamond wire saw cutting for better recovery of material.
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During future development of mining, removal of side burden will be done by blasting with explosives
in holes drilled by Jack hammer.
The explosive that will be used are gun powder and safety fuse detonator as indicated below.
Slurry Cartridge - 3-4 kg
Safety fuse - class 6 – 30m.
5.6 MINE DRAINAGE
The water table in this area in 45m as observed in nearby wells. Quarry operation is confined to 11m
which is well above the water table level during the present scheme period.
If water is encountered at depth due to rain water seepage, the same may be drained by suitable
pumping & drained into the nearby agricultural area.
6.0 STACKING OF MINERAL WASTE AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE
a) Topsoil:
The thickness of topsoil is about 1m of Top soil. There will be a generation of topsoil about 3933m3 during the
scheme period of the quarry which will be dumped all along the boundary barrier for afforestation, road & site
services.
b) Granite waste and Land chosen for disposal of waste:
Granite waste forms nearly 60% of ROM and the total quantity of waste in the scheme period will be
around 14406m3. The Granite waste material will be dumped Southeastern side of the lease area. The quantity
of 1,62,084m3 of granite waste will be generated at the end of the life of the quarry and will be dumped in the
proposed back-filling of the lease area.
c) Land chosen for disposal of waste:
The Proposed waste will be dumped along the Southeastern side of the lease area with dimensions
55m X 55mX 4.77m(h).Avg which will also accommodate the waste generated during the scheme period.
(Plate No. V and VI).
d) Manner of disposal of waste:
As and when there is accumulation of waste, the same is loaded into the tipper and transported to the
dump yard.
The waste management plan with reference to the quantum of waste generated is shown in Mine
layout and Afforestation plan (Plate No.VI) The Southeastern side of the lease area will be used as temporary
waste dump for this scheme period.
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7.0 QUALITY CONTROL
The granite deposit in the quarry is almost uniform in quality throughout and hence mined and
marketed as a single variety.
The excavated blocks are carefully checked for any visible natural defects such as joints, cracks,
moles, patches, blemishes, lines, veins., etc and such defects are removed manually using feather and
wedges and the blocks are then shaped into perfect rectangular dimensional stone by chiseling. Different price
for each quality of material have been fixed and the entire production quantity is marketed accordingly in the
domestic as well as in the overseas market depending on the market potential.
8.0 SURFACE TRANSPORT
The mode of transport for the granite blocks is by road to various customer destinations and granite
processing units located at different parts of the country. The blocks selected for market are transported to the
harbour by truck and shipped from there to various countries.
9.0 SITE SERVICES
The simple methods and the limited scale of activities involved in granite dimensional stone quarrying
does not require high tension electric power supply or huge workshop facilities. The quarry operation is
restricted to one general shift during day time only. Machinery repair works are done at the nearby town. Minor
repairs can be rectified at the mine site itself by experienced technicians.
Potable drinking water is supplied from the nearby water vendors through tippers. Mine office, First-Aid
Room, Store Room, Rest shed, Toilet etc, will be provided through semi - permanent structures within the
lease hold area (Plate No - V - IX).
10.0 EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL
The following manpower is proposed for the Multicolored Granite quarry to carry out the day-to-day
mining activities, aimed at the targeted production and also to comply with the statutory provisions of the
Metalliferrous Mines Regulations, 1961.
1. Mines manager (II class) : 1
2. Part time Mining Engineer or geologist : 1
3. Mines Clerk : 1
Total : 3 Nos.
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Highly skilled, Skilled, Semi-skilled and Unskilled :
High skilled :
Supervisors : 3
Skilled :
Compressor operators : 2
Drillers : 4
Blaster : 1
Operators : 2
Drivers : 3
Chisel men : 3
Total : 18 Nos
Semi-skilled:
Office -boy : 1
Watchman : 2
Total : 3
Unskilled - Cleaner : 2
Total : 26 Nos
Allowing for 15% absenteeism, the no. of men on roll will be around 22.
ORGANISATION CHART
OWNER
MINES MANAGER PART-TIME MINING ENGINEER
CLERK
BLASTER OPERATORS
DRILLERS HELPERS
CHISELMEN CLEANERS
The above manpower is adequate to meet out the development and production schedule envisaged in
the Scheme of mining and to comply with the statutory provisions of the Mines Safety Regulations.
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11.0 USE OF THE GRANITE STONE
The quarried Multicolored granite blocks are sold in the domestic market and exported to overseas
market as well depending on the demand. It is exported both in the form of rough dimensional blocks and as
processed tiles, slabs, monuments, Industrial base plates, artifacts, prefabricated kitchen tops, vanities., etc.
This variety of Multicoloured granite has got average demand in US, Canada, Europe, Middle East,
Far East, etc.
12.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
12.1 BASELINE INFORMATION
The following observations are made for environmental management plan.
I.EXISTING LAND USE PATTERNS:
The quarry leasehold area exhibits a hilly terrain. The slope of the area is gentle towards Northeast
and altitude of the area is 91m above MSL. The area receives 600 - 800mm rainfall/annum and the ground
water table is at a depth of 45m in summer and 40m at rainy season. Villagers use water for drinking and other
domestic purposes without any adverse health effect. Drinking water will be supplied from the public water
supply system from the Ponmanai Hamlet. Agricultural activities are carried out based on bore wells. The area
experiences moderate climate and there is scanty growth of vegetation in and around the leasehold area.
II. WATER REGIME:
Ground water table in this area is at 45m depth from below ground level. The quarry operation is
proposed to a depth of 26m (11m above ground level and 15m below ground level). Hence, the ground water
level will not get affected by the quarry operation. There is no lake, stream, river, or reservoir near the area.
III.FLORA AND FAUNA:
The main crops are banana, paddy, sugercane, rubbers, cereals etc. In some places, drip irrigation is
carried out. There is no wild life sanctuary, bird sanctuary, reserve or social forest near the area applied for
quarrying lease.
IV.CLIMATIC CONDITIONS:
The climate is semi arid with maximum temperature up to 420C in summer and 250C during winter
seasons. The area receives 600 - 800mm rainfall per annum during both south west and north east monsoons.
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V.HUMAN SETTLEMENT:
There are few villages located within 5 km radius of quarry lease hold area. The approximate distance
and population are given below.
Table -13
S.No Name of the Village Approximate distance & Direction from
lease hold area
Approximate
population
1. Ponmanai 2.0 km on NE 500
2. Kulachavillagam 3.0km on NW 200
3. Andoor 1.5km on SW 300
Basic human welfare amenities such as health center, schools, community centres, commercial
market., etc, are available at Ponmanai which is at a distance of 2.0km on northeastern side from the lease
hold area.
VI. PUBLIC BUILDINGS, MONUMENTS AND PLACES OF WORSHIPS:
There are no Public buildings, Archaeological or National Monuments or places of worship situated
within 500m of the quarry site.
VII. WHETHER THE AREA FALLS UNDER NOTIFIED AREA UNDER WATER ACT, 1974.
The area does not fall under notified area under water Act, 1974.
12.2 ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT STATEMENT
The Scheme of mining proposed is for a very small production of granite dimensional stone without
involving deep hole drilling and heavy blasting. Such limited mining activity is not likely to cause any adverse
impact on the environment as far as pollution of air, water and noise is concerned.
12.3 PROPOSAL FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT
The waste in the quarry includes top soil, rock fragments, rubbles generated as waste during
production work.
The total waste produced during the two year scheme period will be 14,406m3.
The waste management plan with reference to the quantum of waste generated is shown in mine
layout plan (Plate No. VI). The Southeastern side of the area will be used as temporary waste dump.
The generated top soil during the entire life of the quarry will be dumped all along the boundary barrier
for construction of bunds, road and afforestation purpose. The waste generated during the quarrying will be
dumped along the Southeastern side. Suitable trees will be grown over in such soil dump as part of
afforestation program.
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12.4 PROPOSAL FOR RECLAMATION OF LAND AFFECTED BY MINING ACTIVITIES DURING & AT THE
END OF QUARRYING
Due to nature of occurrence of massive granite formation, the depth persistence of the granite body
in this quarry is beyond workable limits. In the proposed Scheme of mining only 11m depth (1m topsoil + 10m
Multicoloured Granite) has been envisaged as workable depth for safe, systematic & economic mining. Hence
after quarry reaches the ultimate pit limit of 26m depth during the entire lease period, the proposed waste will
be dumped along the quarry barrier in northeastern portion to form safety bund and barbed wire fencing will be
erected to maintain safety around the quarried area.
12.5 PHASED PROGRAMME OF PLANTING TREES
The 7.5m safety distance along the lease boundary were identified to be utilized for subsequent
Afforestation. Appropriate species of Pongamiapinnata trees will be planted in a phased manner during the
scheme plan period as described below.
Table -14
Year
No. of tress
proposed to be
planted
Name of the
species
Survival rate
expected in %
Area to be
covered
Sq.m
No. of trees expected
to grow
2018-19 20 Pongamiapinnata 80 300 16
2019-20 20 Pongamiapinnata 80 300 16
2020-21 20 Pongamiapinnata 80 300 16
2021-22 20 Pongamiapinnata 80 300 16
2022-23 20 Pongamiapinnata 80 300 16
Nearly 1500Sq.mtr area is proposed for afforestation by planting 20 Nos. of Pongamiapinnata trees
during every year and expected survival is around 16 no. of Pongamiapinnata trees at a survival rate of 80%.
The afforestation plan is shown in Plate No.VII.
12.6 MEASURES FOR DUST SUPPRESSION:
As the granite here are quarried as dimensional blocks by using wire sawing/wire rope cutting without
deep hole drilling but with mild blasting for spilling of rocks from the parent mass, the shattering effect,
fragmentation and generation of lumps, fines or dust is negligible. This quarrying activity will not generate dust
which is detrimental to the health of the persons employed. Water will be sprinkled for the suppression air
borne dust along quarry approach roads and waste dumps on regular intervals using water tankers. Drilling of
blast holes of 35 mm dia will be always under wet conditions to prevent flying of dusts. In the loading/unloading
points, water will be sprinkled through tippers to suppress dust. The drillers/chislemen/stone cutters/helpers will
be provided with respirators/ear mufflers in accordance with the Mines Regulations.
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12.7 MEASURES TO MINIMIZE GROUND VIBRATION DUE TO BLASTING AND CHECK NOISE
POLLUTION
Shallow holes of 35 mm diameter will be drilled and conventional low explosives such as slurry
cartridge, ordinary safety fuse will be used for blasting to remove side burden. Hence ground vibration and
noise pollution will be minimal and restricted. The blasting will be taken up at appointed timing and with
sufficient caution to the public. The noise produced by diamond wire saw/rope cutting will be negligible.
12.8 STABILIZATION AND VEGETATION OF DUMPS
As the waste generation in the mine includes hard rock fragments of considerable size and irregular
shape with varying angularity, the temporary waste dump will be stable on its own even at higher slopes of the
sides. However suitable variety of soil will be identified and brought from outside and used for increasing the
stability of the sides of the waste dumps and also for planting trees over safety zone in a phased manner.
13.0 PROGRESSIVE MINE CLOSURE PLAN
In the Multicolored Granite quarry operations the maximum depth proposed is 11m depth (1m topsoil +
10m Multicoloured Granite), based on safe, scientific and systematic working condition of the quarry.
The waste during the quarrying operation is proposed to be dumped on the Southeastern side to form
a safety barrier along the border of the quarried out pits at the end of the lease period.
After completion of quarry operation the quarried out land will be fenced with barbed wire and maintained to
prevent inherent entry of the public and cattle’s. Garland drains will be constructed around the quarry to
prevent the surface run off of the rain water.
Afforestation and Green belt development will be maintained in all the boundaries, till the trees attain
the stabilize level.
Land use pattern Table-15
Description Present Area
(Ha.)
Area in use during the
quarrying period (Ha)
Area under mining 0.54.10 0.97.20
Infrastructure Nil 0.01.00
Roads 0.01.00 0.01.00
Green Belt Nil 0.15.00
Waste dump Nil 0.30.25
Unutilized Area 1.56.00 0.66.65
Grand Total 2.11.10 2.11.10
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14.0 MINERAL CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
The Scheme of mining proposed has fully covered the aspects of Granite Conservation and
development with a future plan to extend the working of the quarry to the maximum possible depth. Extreme
care is taken to ensure proper supervision of quality control, aimed at maximizing the recovery saleable quality
and quantity of Multicolored Granite dimensional blocks to the satisfaction of the consumers.
Care is being taken in each and every process just to safeguard the quality and quantity of production in
an economical and efficient manner by adopting systematic and scientific quarrying in consultation and
supervision of well experienced quarry masters.
15.0 STATUTORY PROVISIONS
The provisions of the Mines Act, Rules and Regulations and orders made there under shall be
complied with, so that the safety of the mine, machinery and people will be ensured. Permission, relaxation or
exemption wherever required for the safe and scientific mining of the deposit will be obtained from the
Department of Mines Safety, Chennai. Any violation pointed out by the inspecting authorities shall be rectified
as per the guidelines of the department.
Certified that this Scheme of mining has been prepared in accordance with the Mines Act, Rules and
Regulations and orders made there under and also in conformity with the provisions sub rule (13) of Rule 19A
of Tamilnadu Mineral Concession Rules, 1988 and Rule 12,13,16 of G.C.D.R 1999.
C.NATARAJAN.M.Sc.M.Phil,
Recognized Qualified Person
RQP/MAS/004/87/A
Place: Salem
Date: 05.01.2018
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