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M/s Padmavati Steels Limited

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PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT

1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

1.1 Project & Project Proponent

M/s Padmavati Steels Limited located at Trilokpur Road, Kala Amb, Village

Johron, Tehsil Nahan and Dist. Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, this plant

manufactures MS Bars, G I Pipes, ERW Pipes and M.S. Scaffoloding.

M/s Padmavati Steels Limited. is an existing composite Rolling Mills unit

which plans to install three Induction furnaces each with capacity of 15 MT in

addition to one Rolling Mill with production capacity of 36000 MTPA at

Trilokpur Road, Kala Amb, Village Johran, Tehsil Nahan and Dist Sirmaur,

H.P. making the total capacity 67500 MTPA of MS billets along with 45000 MT

capacities of rolled products.

Project falls under Category A due to interstate boundary of Haryana

within 10 Km as Metallurgical Industries (secondary metallurgical

processing) Item 3(a) of the schedule of EIA notification of Sept 14, 2006

issued by MOEF & CC.

Water for construction and domestic purpose will be drawn from Department

of Industries and Commerce (DIC). Approximately 14 KLD water will be used

for during operational phase. Existing Power load is 5,000 KW & additional of

4,800 KW will be required plant & machinery during Construction and

Operation Phase. Expected source is Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board

(HPSEB). Total Plot Area: 4.77Ha

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1.2 Salient Features of the Project

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROJECT

PROJECT PROFILE The steel plant will be expanded for

the projected production of 67,500 MT

/annum from the current production

of 36000 MTPA of Rolled products

after the expansion of current from

2.25 Hectares to 4.77Hectares.

LOCATION LATITUDE: 30O 31’ 05.84” E

LONGITUDE: 77 O 12’ 04.07” N

EXISTING CAPACITY: 36000 MTPA of Rolled Product

PROPOSED CAPACITY: 67,500 MTPA of Billets

PROPOSED ROLLING MILL SECTION MATERIAL REQUIRED

REQUIRED ROLLING MATERIAL 45000 MTPA

LESS WASTAGE @4% 1800.00

HOT ROLLED STRIPS/BARS 43200.00

BILLETS/INGOTS REQUIRED 45000.00

LESS

BILLETS/INGOTSINDEGENOUS

45000.00

PIPE MILL SECTION MATERIAL REQUIRED

HOT ROLLED STRIPS/BARS 43200.00

LESS WASTAGE @2% 900.00

PIPE MANUFACTURED 43200.00

GALVANISING SECTION MATERIAL REQUIRED

AVAIABLE ERW PIPES 42300.00

ADD. INC. IN WT. IN THE

PROCESS@3%

12600

G. I. PIPE 43500.00

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ANNUAL RAW MATERIAL REQUIRMENT AT 100% CAPACITY

SCRAP REQUIRED 70875.00

BILLETS/INGOTS REQUIRED 0.00

SILICO MANGANESE 1063.125

ALUMINIUM SHOTS 708.750

ZINC 8.700

LAND AREA 4.77Hectares (56-14Bighas )

SCREENING CATEGORY 3(a) Category A as per EIA Notification

14th Sep, 2006 and amended thereof.

COST OF THE PROJECT Rs. 37.36 Crores

RESOURCE REQUIREMENT

SOURCE & QUANTITY OF

WATER

Source: DIC (Industries Department, and

Govt. of Himachal Pradesh).

Quantity : Currently Approximately 10

KLD is being utilized for domestic and

industrial purpose & Approximately 14

KLD water will be used after the proposed

expansion

POWER Existing Power load is 5,000 KW &

additional of 4,800 KW will be required for

plant & machinery during Construction

and Operation Phase

Total Power Load: 9800KW

Source: Himachal Pradesh State

Electricity Board (HPSEB)

MAN POWER Present Employees: 302

Proposed Employees after expansion: 635

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

WASTE WATER Domestic waste water generated will be

send to septic tank/ soak pit, hence no

generation of sewage sludge at site. Water

shall be used in boilers and also for

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cooling purpose in proposed project

activity. The same shall be reused within

the plant premises after neutralization

FLUE GAS EMISSION Stack attached to induction furnace, boiler

and DG sets will lead to emission. Exhaust

emissions from the DG sets and stacks of

suitable height are provided as per

SPCB/CPCB guidelines.

Particulate matter, Sulphur Dioxide and

Nitrogen Oxides will be the major

pollutants.

HAZARDOUS WASTE Sludge, Used oil, Discarded containers /

liners.

Environmental control measures

Air pollution Bag filters for emissions from

Induction Furnaces

Wet scrubbers for emissions from

Re-heating Furnace

Provision of stack of 30 m height for

discharge of emissions as per CPCB

guidelines

Water pollution Quantitative recycle of effluents to

maintain “Zero effluent discharge”

Domestic wastewater treated in

septic tanks with soak pit disposal.

Noise: Acoustic enclosures for DG set and

other noise generating machines

Hazardous wastes Slag from induction furnaces, dust

collected in bag filters and sludge

from wet scrubber will be collected,

stored and sent to authorized TSDF

site

Green belt Available vacant land shall be

utilized for plantation and

development of lawns.

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2.0 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROJECT/BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Ferro-alloys are among the essential inputs required for steelmaking. It

improves the quality of steel, by controlling the harmful impurities and at the

same time improves the mechanical properties of steel through alloying.

Growth in Global as well as domestic steel industry directly drives the demand

of Ferro-alloys. Since Indian steel industry is under massive expansion, there

is a tremendous potential for investment in Ferro-alloy production.

Steel being a basic commodity for all industrial activities, quantum of its

consumption is considered an index of industrial prosperity. Since

independence, there has been a substantial growth in the steel sector in India

from 1.5 Million Tons in 1950-51 to about 31 Million Tons at present.

Additional steelmaking capacity of about 8 to 10 Million Tons /year exists in

the secondary steel sector. Despitethe above growth in the steel sector, the

per capita steel consumption continues to remain at a level of about 27 kg

only, compared to about 350 to 450 kg in the developed countries and 40 to

100 kg in some of the developing countries. Further, with nearly 20% of the

world population, India’s contribution is only of the order of 3.4% of world

steel production. Hence, short-term and long-term strategies are necessary in

planning the development of the steel industry in the country to improve the

level of per capita steel consumption. It is expected that with the measures

taken by Govt. of India for promotion consumption of iron and steel and

expected growth of Indian economy the requirement of steel will significantly

increase and accordingly the domestic manufacturing capacity needs to be

increase.

The details of the project proponent are given below: Land Revenue record is

attached as Annexure IV.

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2.1 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT AND PROJECT PROPONENT

M/s Padmavati Steels Limited Located at Village Johran, Trilokpur Road, Kala

Amb, Tehsil Nahan and Dist. Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh

2.2 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NATURE OF THE PROJECT

M/s Padmavati Steels Limited is an existing composite Rolling Mills unit

which plans to install three Induction furnaces each with capacity of 15 MT in

addition to one Rolling Mill with production capacity of 36000 MTPA at Village

Johran Trilokpur Road, Kala Amb, Tehsil Nahan and Dist Sirmaur, H.P.

making the total capacity 67500 MTPA of Billet.

2.3 NEED OF THE PROJECT AND ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY

AND/ OR REGION

The Indian steel industry has entered into a new development stage from

2007-08, riding high on the resurgent economy and rising demand for steel.

While plant closures and privatization are rare in India, the private sector is

considered to be the engine of growth in the steel industry and technological

changes and modernization are taking place in both the public and the private

sector integrated steel plants in India. Steel production of India accounted for

14.33 million tons in 1990-91, which gradually increased to 36.12 million tons

in 2003-04. Rapid rise in production has resulted in India becoming the 3 rd

largest producer of crude steel in 2015 and the country continues to be the

largest producer of sponge iron or DRI in the world. As per the report of the

Working Group on Steel for the 12th Five Year Plan, there exist many factors

which carry the potential of raising the per capita steel consumption in the

country. These include among others, an estimated infrastructure investment

of nearly a trillion dollars, a projected growth of manufacturing from current

8% to 11-12%, increase in urban population to 600 million by 2030 from the

current level of 400 million, emergence of the rural market for steel currently

consuming around 10 kg per annum. At the time of its release, the National

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Steel Policy 2005 had envisaged steel production to reach 110 million tonnes

(mt) by 2019-20. However, based on the assessment of the current ongoing

projects, both in greenfield and brownfield, the Working Group on Steel for the

12th Five Year Plan has projected that domestic crude steel capacity in the

county is likely to be 140 MT by 2016-17 and has the potential to reach 149

MT if all requirements are adequately met. The National Steel Policy 2005 is

currently being reviewed keeping in mind the rapid developments in the

domestic steel industry (both on the supply and demand sides) as well as the

stable growth of the Indian economy since the release of the Policy in 2005.

2.4 DEMAND –SUPPLY GAP

Steel production of India accounted for 14.33 million tons in 1990-91, which

gradually increased to 36.12 million tons in 2003-04. Rapid rise in production

has resulted in India becoming the 3 rd largest producer of crude steel in 2015

and the country continues to be the largest producer of sponge iron or DRI in

the world. As per the report of the Working Group on Steel for the 12th Five

Year Plan, there exist many factors which carry the potential of raising the per

capita steel consumption in the country. These include among others, an

estimated infrastructure investment of nearly a trillion dollars, a projected

growth of manufacturing from current 8% to 11-12%, increase in urban

population to 600 million by 2030 from the current level of 400 million,

emergence of the rural market for steel currently consuming around 10 kg per

annum. At the time of its release, the National Steel Policy 2005 had envisaged

steel production to reach 110 million tonnes (mt) by 2019-20. However, based

on the assessment of the current ongoing projects, both in green field and

brown field, the Working Group on Steel for the 12th Five Year Plan has

projected that domestic crude steel capacity in the county is likely to be 140

MT by 2016-17 and has the potential to reach 149 MT if all requirements are

adequately met. The National Steel Policy 2005 is currently being reviewed

keeping in mind the rapid developments in the domestic steel industry (both

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on the supply and demand sides) as well as the stable growth of the Indian

economy since the release of the Policy in 2005.India is expected to become

the world's second largest producer of crude steel in the next 10 years, moving

up from the third position, as its capacity is projected to increase to about 300

MT by 2025. Huge scope for growth is offered by India’s comparatively low per

capita steel consumption and the expected rise in consumption due to

increased infrastructure construction and the thriving automobile and

railways sectors.

2.5 EMPLOYMENT GENERATION (DIRECT AND INDIRECT) DUE TO THE

PROJECT

The project is currently providing direct employment to 302 persons which will

be increased to 635 after the proposed expansion . Local workers will be hired

from the nearby villages.

3.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Type of Project

This project is for expansion of existing steel plant for proposed capacity of

67,500 MTPA from existing capacity of 36000 MTPA of Rolled Product The

Metallurgical Industries (secondary metallurgical processing) is listed at serial

no. 3(a) of the Schedule of EIA Notification 2006 and falls under Category A

due to existence of interstate boundary with Haryana at a distance of 1 Kms.

The project is not interlinked with any other project.

3.2 Location:

The proposed location of the project is situated at village Johran, Trilokpur

road Tehsil Nahan, District Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh.

The location details are mentioned below:-

Latitude : 30O 31’ 05.84” E

Longitude : 77 O 12’ 04.07” N

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The vicinity map is given below:

Fig: 3.1 Vicinity Map of the Project Site

Project Site

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Fig 3.2 Project Site

PROJECT SITE

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Fig 3.3 10 Km Buffer map

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Fig 3.4 Lay Out Plan

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3.3 Details of Alternate Sites

No alternative site has been considered for the project, & the project will be

expanded in the land adjoining the current project site

Site Selection Criteria

Major techno-economic feasibility considerations

Land requirement and availability:

Private land owned by M/s. Padmavati Steels Limited 4.77 Hectares (56-14

Bighas

Land ownership Details:

Land is already available with M/s Padmavati Steels Limited at village

Johran, Trilok pur road Tehsil Nahan, District Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh.

3.4 Size or magnitude of operation

The proposed project is to expand the capacity of currently existing steel

plant to 67,500 MTPA from 36000 MTPA of Rolled Product. At present there

are about 16 member units. The plant will consist of treatment units

comprising physical, chemical and biological treatment including dewatering

of sludge and other required infrastructure. The project outlay is estimated to

be around Rs. 37.36 Crores

3.5 Project description with process details

3.5.1 Manufacturing process of M.S. /S.S. Billets

(a) The Preparation of Charge

In general, induction furnaces use pig iron, sponge iron and/or iron scrap

as raw material for making steel. However, in the present case, only scrap

iron will be use as raw material. for steel making in the induction furnace.

Selected scrap of consistent quality is to be used. This is because

elimination of some elements from the molten metal is difficult in an

induction furnace and in the case where these are present in high

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quantities; a secondary metallurgical unit is required to refine the metal up

to the desired extent. As soon as the furnace is charged, the switches

admitting power current to the induction coil are closed.

(b) Melting the Charge in Induction furnace

Working of Induction Furnace After the furnace is switched on; current

starts flowing at a high rate and a comparatively low voltage through the

induction coil of the furnace, producing an induced magnetic field inside

the central space of the coils where the crucible is located. The induced

magnetic fluxes thus generated cut through the packed charge in the

crucible. As the magnetic fluxes cut through the scraps and complete

the circuit, they generate an induced current in the scrap. This

induced current, as it flows through the highly resistive path of the

scrap mix, generates tremendous amounts of heat and melting of scrap

starts. As soon as the charge has melted clearly, any objectionable slag

is skimmed off, and the necessary alloying elements are added. When

these additives have melted completely, the power input may be increased

to bring the temperature of metal up to the point most desirable for

pouring. The current is then turned off and the furnace is tilted for pouring

into a ladle. As soon as pouring has ceased the crucible is cleaned

completely from any slag or metal droplets adhering to the wall of the

crucible and the furnace is now ready for charging again.

(c) Continuous Casting of Billets/Blooms

One (1) No. 4-strand continuous casting machine for casting of billets will

be used. The main operations involved in the whole process of turning out

billets/blooms are:

Checking the individual major components of the casting machine

and their synchronized operation.

Insertion of a dummy bar to close the bottom end of the mould;

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Accurate centering of the tundish over the mould;

Transferring the ladle to the casting aisle and placing it on the ladle

stand of the casting machine;

Pouring of liquid steel from the ladle through a slide gate

mechanism into the lined tundish;

Pouring of liquid steel into the water cooled mould through tundish;

Passage of liquid steel through water cooled mould tubes initiated

by withdrawing dummy bar;

Oscillation of the mould

Maintaining a constant level of liquid steel in the mould and introducing

lubricants into the mould throughout the casting process;

Controlling the intensity of cooling of the emerging billets in the primary

and secondary cooling areas;

Straightening and cutting of billets.

(d) Billet Cutting

The automatic gas cutting torches are provided for cutting billets to a

desired length. The equipment comprises a water cooled structure for

trolley support, Auto cutter trolley with drive mechanism, a gas and

pneumatic panels suitable for both the strands. The trolley moves on

the rails above the hot strand in the direction of discharge. During cutting,

torch swings like a pendulum across the hot strand at a

predetermined cutting speed. In the forward direction trolley moves

at casting speed swing to the clamping of the hot strand whereas

retracting the trolley to the home position is carried out by motorized drive.

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(e) Billet Processing

The billets from a particular cast are lifted from the cooling bank

and stored separately. When cooled, they are inspected on each face

for defects; surface defects are normally removed by a swing frame

grinder, etc

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3.5.2 Details of Expansion Capacity

A. Proposed Melting Section

Number of Furnace 3

Capacity of Each Furnace 15 MT

Number of Heats per day 5

Number of working Hours 15 Hrs

Number of working Days 300

Capacity of Ingots 3x5x15 225 Tonnes /Day

Annual Capacity/

Production

225 × 300 Appx 67500MT/Annum

Source: Project Report

B. Rolling Mill Section

ROLLING MILL SECTION EXISTING

TONS/ DAY

PROPOESED TOTAL

TONS /ANNUM

Required Rolling Material 150 45000

Less : Wastage@ 4% 6 1800

Hot Rolled Strips/ Bars 144 43200

Billets / Ingots Required 150 45000

Less : Billets / Ingots In

House

150 45000

Balance Purchases From

Open Market

0

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C. Pipe Mill Section

PIPE MILL SECTION EXISTING

TONS/ DAY

PROPOESED TOTAL

TONS /ANNUM

Hot Rolled Strips/ Bars 144 43200

Less : Wastage@ 2% 3 900

Pipe Manufactured 141 42300

D. Galvanising Section

GALVANISING SECTION EXISTING

TONS/ DAY

PROPOESED

TOTAL

TONS /ANNUM Available ERW Pipes 141 42300

Add. Inc. in Wt. in the process

@3%

4.20 1260.00

G. I. Pipe 145 43500

3.5.3 Annual Raw Material Requirement

Annual Raw material requirement at 100 % capacity is as follows

Discipline Quantity in MT

Scrap Required 70875.00

Billets/Ingots Required 0.00

Silico Manganese 1063.125

Aluminum Shots 708.750

G I Moulds 2126.250

Zinc 8.700

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Raw Material Consumption at Different Capacity Levels:

Year of

Operation

Capacity

Utilization

1st Year 60%

2nd Year 70%

3rd Year 80%

Source: Project Report

3.5.3 Pollution : Source and Control Management

Flue Gas management

The flue gases generated during melting of scrap are the major source of air

pollution. Quality and Characteristics of flue gas shall be required during

dispersion modeling. Flue gas from Re-heating furnace in the Re-heating

Furnace should also be taken into account. mainly depends upon type of

Scrap used in Furnace, i.e. degree of contamination in the Scrap. These

flue gases need proper treatment for removal of dust particles before being

discharged into the atmosphere. Major pollutants generated in the process

will be Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Suspended dust (PM 10, PM

2.5), Sulphur Dioxide (traces), Oxides of Nitrogen (in low concentration) and

Emissions from DG sets. Currently the air Pollution Control Device (APCD)

unit i.e. bag filters is installed after the induction furnace at the facility &

its capacity will be increased in accordance with the proposed

modernization to control the emissions within permissible limit will be let-

out through stack.

Hazardous Waste Management

Slag from furnace, dust from Bag house are hazardous materials generated

on site which will be stored and transported to authorized TSDF site

located at Nalagarh Himachal Pradesh at a distance of 81 Kms from

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project site .

Green Belt

Green belt will be developed according to CPCB guidelines. Plants of the

various species will be developed in the plant and peripheral areas.

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 plants that area adapted to this condition should be selected.

The plant should exhibit following characteristics in order to be selected for

plantation.

The species should be fast growing and providing optimum penetrability.

2. The species should be wind firm and deep rooted

3. The species should form a dense canopy.

4. As far as possible, the species will be locally available

5. Species tolerance to air pollutants like PM, SO2, and NOx should be

preferred.

6. The species should be permeable to help create air turbulence and mixing

within the belt.

7. There should be no large gaps for the air to spill through.

8. Tree with high foliage density, leaves with larger leaf area and hairy

on both the surface.

9. Ability to withstand conditions like inundation and drought.

10. Soil improving plants (Nitrogen fixing, rapidly decomposable leaf litter).

11. Attractive appearance with good flowering and fruit bearing.

12. Bird and insect attracting tree spacing

3.6 Collection and Transportation of Waste

Hazardous materials generated on site will be stored and transported to

authorized TSDF site at Nalagarh Himachal Pradesh at a distance of 81 Kms

from project site .

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3.7 Resource optimization/Recycling and reuse

Various steps shall be taken for recycle/ reuse in the proposed project is as

mentioned below:

Waste water generated shall be mainly from cooling and same shall be

reused within the plant premises.

Slag from furnaces, Dust from Bag house are hazardous materials

generated on site which will be stored and transported to authorized

TSDF site as per Hazardous Waste Management and Handling Rules

2008 & amended thereof.

3.8 Availability of Water Its Source, Energy/ Power Requirement and

Source

3.8.1 Water Requirement

Currently approximately 10 KLD is being utilized for domestic and

industrial purpose & approximately 14 KLD water will be used after the

proposed expansion. Water will be provided from DIC (Industries

Department, and Govt. of Himachal Pradesh).

3.8.2 Power Requirement

Power requirement 9800 KW will be sourced from Himachal Pradesh State

Electricity Board (HPSEB). In case of power failure D.G. set will be used having

capacity of 125 KVA.

3.9 Quantity of wastes to be generated (liquid and solid) and scheme for

their Management / disposal

Solid waste management will be done as per MSW 2000 rule & amended

thereof. Water shall be for cooling purpose in proposed project activity. Waste

water generated shall be mainly from cooling shall be reused within the plant

premises. Domestic waste water generated will be send to septic tank / soak

pit. About 10-15 m% of the total raw material used will get converted into slag

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which is a hazardous waste. Slag,Dust from Bag house are hazardous

materials generated on site will be stored and transported to TSDF site.

4.0 SITE ANALYSIS

4.1 Connectivity

The Plant site is situated in Village Johron Trilokpur road, Kala Amb, Nahan

Road, Tehsil Nahan and Dist. Sirmaur. Himachal Pradesh. It is about 2.15 Km

from National Highway-72 at Kala Amb, Tehsil Nahan. The soil of the block is

sandy to sandy loam. It lies near Long 77° 12' 04.07" East and Lat: 30°31'

05.84" North and is at an Altitude of about 350 m. above mean sea level.

The site is well connected by road to neighboring city Naraingarh & Nahan

.Development of Communication systems is good in the region. Sources of

water in the region include river and ground water resources. Nearest village is

Johron which is about 0.25 Km away from the project site. The nearest

railway station is Ghaggar Railway station about 35.2 Km in the WNW

direction. The project site is located about 2.15 Km away from National

Highway No. 72. Nearest Airport is Chandigarh Airport about 43 Km in NW

direction, from project site.

4.2 LANDFORM, LANDUSE AND LAND OWNERSHIP

Land is the expansion of current area from 2.25 Hectares to 4.77 hectares.

available with M/s Padmavati Steels Limited at Village Johran Trilokpur

Road, Kala Amb, , Tehsil Nahan and Dist Sirmaur, H.P.

4.3 Topography

Sirmour district lies in the outer Himalayan ranges commonly called as

Shivaliks between 77°01’12” and 77°49’40” east longitude and 33°22’30” and

31°01’20” north latitude. The district is predominantly mountainous with deep

valleys lying between ranges of varying elevations. The district has hilly and

mountainous topography with intermontane valleys, the most prominent

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being the Paonta valley. Longest length from west to east is 77 kms. and the

maximum width from north to south is 80 kms. The district is bounded by

Shimla district in the north Uttarakhand in the east, Yamuna Nagar district of

Haryana in the south and west and solan district in the north-west. The

geographical area of the district is 2825 Sq. Km. which is almost 5.07% of the

total geographical area of the state Area wise it is the fifth smallest district of

the state after Hamirpur, Bilaspur, Una and Solan districts.

Source:http://dcmsme.gov.in/dips/District%20Industrial%20Potential%2

0of%20sirmaur.pdfDistrict

Climate:

The climate of the district is sub-tropical to temperate depending upon the

elevation. Four major seasons that is the winter season extends from Nov to

February; summer season from March to June followed by the monsoon

period extending from July to September end. Maximum precipitation in the

form of rain occurs during July to September. Average annual rainfall in the

district is about 982 mm with average of 60 rainy days. In the non monsoon

season precipitation as snowfall also occurs in the higher reaches above 1500

m amsl, the peaks of Chaurdhar remains covered by snow. During winter

period rainfall also occurs in lower hills and valleys parts. Mean maximum

and minimum temperature of 30°C and 0°C respectively.

Source : http://cgwb.gov.in/district_profile/hp/sirmour.pdf

Geology:

Sirmour Distt. falls in Himalayan and Shiwalik ranges which are fairly rich in

mineral wealth covering an area of 2670 sq. kms. The important minerals

found are lime stone and gypsum. These are being used as a raw material by

the local industries as well as by the adjoining states. Soil strata here lack salt

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and mineral constituents. Because of these characteristics around this town

the soil is unique for the cultivation of vegetables and for Pine (Chil) trees.

Due to youthful stage of rivers and khads on two sides and a good ration of

rainfall causes soil erosion. The soil erosion gets intensified in case of heavy

rainfall in the catchment area of “Markanda” and its surrounding khads due

to such soil conditions. No building shall exceed three storey above natural

ground level. An additional floor can be permitted purely for parking purpose

along vehicular road. The measure is expected to solve the problem of parking

of vehicle in a big way. Even if the building height is to go to more than 2

stories or otherwise all building within the planning area are to be planned

and designed keeping in view siesmic consideration as per the latest “Indian

standard codes of practice”

4.4 Existing Land Use pattern

Land is the expansion of current from 2.25 Hectares to 4.77 hectares.

available with M/s Padmavati Steels Limited at Trilokpur Road, Kala Amb,

Village Johran, Tehsil Nahan and Dist Sirmaur, H.P.

4.5 Existing Infrastructure

The infrastructure amenities available in the area denote the economic

wellbeing of the region. The project area is connected to nearest NH-72.

Educational facilities up to Senior School, College, Hospital & Banking

facilities are available at Kala Amb about 1.6 kilometers from the Site area.

The existing building comprise of rolling mill shed, Workshop shed &

Competitive administrative block With expansion, construction of furnace

Shed & concast Shed, Furnace platform, raw material shed & office quarters

are proposed in the existing premises .

4.6 Soil Classification

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The soil in the district varies from thin and bare soil of high mountains to rich

deep alluvial soil of the valleys. In the hilly area i.e. northern part soils are

veneer and brown in colour, these are high base status soil of humid regions.

In the southern part, combination of shallow black, brown and alluvial soils

are found.

Source : http://cgwb.gov.in/district_profile/hp/sirmour.pdf

Soil testing will be done and will be submitted at EIA (Baseline study) stage.

4.7 Social Infrastructure available

The infrastructure amenities available in the area denote the economic

wellbeing of the region. The project area is connected by MDR-4 road to

nearest NH-72. Educational facilities up to Senior School, College, Hospital &

Banking facilities are available at Kala Amb about 2 kilometers from the

plant area.

5.0 PLANNING BRIEF

5.1 Planning Concept (type of industries, facilities, transportation etc.)

Town and Country Planning/Development authority Classification

The expansion of steel plant unit is proposed for production of 67,500

MT/annum of steel related products namely Ms Flat/Bar/Patra, ER W(Black),

GI Pipes & MS Scaffoldings .The Plant currently exists in the area of 26 Bigha

14 Biswa (2.25 Hect) with production capacity 36000 MTPA of rolled product.

5.2 Population projection

There would not be any significant development / increase in the population of

surrounding area. Workers for the proposed project will come from the local

residents in the surrounding villages. There won’t be any influx of people in

the area due to proposed project.

5.3 Land use planning

The Plant currently exists in the area of 26 Bigha 14 Biswa (2.25 Hect). For

additional production 30 Bighas (2.52 Hect) of land will be acquired alongside

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the current project land. Green Belt area will be developed as per the CPCB

guidelines.

Land Revenue Records as Annexure II

5.4 Assessment of Infrastructure Demand (Physical & Social)

All facilities / amenities like medical, educational, housing, transportation,

communication, shopping etc are available nearby places from the project area

.Since, local workers will be employed for the construction during proposed

expansion ; no long term infrastructure will be required.

5.5 Amenities/Facilities

Major basic facilities are available for the proposed project. Road, electricity,

water, transportation facility etc are well developed in the surrounding area.

All the amenities related to project on the site will be installed.

5.5.1 Man Power

Man power will be required on permanent and temporary basis. A total of 635

persons will be employed after the proposed expansion. Details are mentioned

as follows

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

General Manager 2

Finance manager 1

Accountants 2

Purchase Manager 3

Marketing executives 2

Peon Cum Watchman 5

Security Guards 10

Total 25

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FACTORY STAFF & LABOUR

Production Manager 5

Metallurgist 2

Chemist/Technician 1

Laboratory Assistant 2

Electrician 5

Skilled workers 45

Unskilled Workers 550

Total 610

Source : Project Report

5.5.2 Common Facilities

In order to meet the repair and maintenance needs of the various plant units,

the following facilities would he provided.

— Repair shop

— Servicing garage

The common facilities such as Administrative Building, Laboratory, Water

Pump house, Workshop Building, Water Storage Reservoir, and Raw Water

Pump House have already been provided in the existing plant.

5.5.3 Pollution Control Measures

The pollutants in the form of solids, liquids and gases are generated

from various technological units and, if let out as such, will have

hazardous effects on the environment. Pollution of the environment, not

only adversely affects the flora and fauna, but also shortens the life of plant

and equipment. This vital aspect, therefore, has been taken into account

while planning the plant and equipment and adequate measures have

been taken to limit the emission pollutants within the stipulations of statutory

norms. Air pollution control devices namely Wet scrubber & Bag house is

already installed with furnace. Stack of 20 meter & 30 meter height is

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attached to electric arc furnace & re heating furnace for efficient dispersion of

pollutants . Acoustic enclosures have been installed in DG set.

However, before starting the plant, the detailed Environmental

Management Plan (EMP) needs to be prepared based on the findings of

an Environmental Impact Assessment study which will cover monitoring

of existing environment at site, assessment of pollution likely to be caused

by the proposed plant and its impact on the socioeconomic, flora & fauna,

demography, land use, etc.

6. PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE

6.1 Industrial Area (Processing Area)

Being a steel producing plant adequate infrastructural facilities such as office

space, laboratory, storage area as well as production units comprising

induction unit & reheating furnace exists in the plant premises . The

expansion will make use of the facilities for land, storage of raw material and

handling, additional water & power demand, and use of road and rail network

for transportation.

6.2 Residential Area (non- Processing area)

The employees will make their own arrangements for their housing & allied

amenities in nearby area. There is no need for any additional facilities. No

labor colony is envisaged in the existing as well as proposed project.

6.3 Green Belt

Apart from the aforesaid pollution control measures the management has

decided to develop green belt covering more than 33% of total acquired

area. During plantation landscaping pattern will be considered. The

plantation scheme covers the plantation of ornamentals plants and some local

fruit bearing species. At present M/s Padmavati Steels Limited has planted

over 25000 no. of trees/saplings.

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Green belt will be developed according to CPCB guidelines. Plants of the

various species will be developed in the plant and peripheral areas.

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

plants that area adapted to this condition should be selected. The plant

should exhibit following characteristics in order to be selected for plantation.

1. The species should be fast growing and providing optimum penetrability.

2. The species should be wind firm and deep rooted

3. The species should form a dense canopy.

4. As far as possible, the species will be locally available

5. Species tolerance to air pollutants like PM, SO2, and NOx should be

preferred.

6. The species should be permeable to help create air turbulence and mixing

within the belt.

7. There should be no large gaps for the air to spill through.

8. Tree with high foliage density, leaves with larger leaf area and hairy

on both the surface.

9. Ability to withstand conditions like inundation and drought.

10. Soil improving plants (Nitrogen fixing, rapidly decomposable leaf litter).

11. Attractive appearance with good flowering and fruit bearing.

12. Bird and insect attracting tree spacing

6.4 Social Infrastructure

Schools, colleges, hospitals & healthcare centers, shops & bazaars,

community centers, etc. are all available in nearby area.

6.5 Connectivity

The Plant site is situated in Village Rampur Jattan, Kala Amb, Nahan Road,

Tehsil Nahan and Dist. Sirmaur. Himachal Pradesh. It is about 2.15 Km from

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National Highway-72 at Kala Amb, Tehsil Nahan. The soil of the block is sandy

to sandy loam. It lies near Long 77° 12' 04.07" East and Lat: 30°31' 05.84"

North and is at an Altitude of about 350 m. above mean sea level.

The site is well connected by road to neighboring city Naraingarh & Nahan

.Development of Communication systems is good in the region. Sources of

water in the region include river and ground water resources. Nearest village is

Rampur Jattan which is about 0.25 Km away from the project site. The

nearest railway station is Ghaggar Railway station about 35.2 Km in the WNW

direction. The project site is located about 2.15 Km away from National

Highway No. 72. Nearest Airport is Chandigarh Airport about 43 Km in NW

direction, from project site.

6.6 Drinking water management

Currently Approximately 10 KLD is being utilized for domestic and industrial

purpose & Approximately 14 KLD water will be used after the proposed

expansion. Expected Source of the water is DIC (Industries Department, and

Govt. of Himachal Pradesh).

6.7 Sewerage system

Toilets are constructed at the site which are connected with the septic tanks

within the site itself which are further connected to the municipal sewerage

system of Kala Amb.

6.8 Industrial waste management

Sludge generated from treatment units would be sent to TSDF site located at

Nalagarh. Hazardous waste like used oil & containers/liners will be sent to the

authorized recyclers.

6.9 Solid Waste Management

During the processing only slag will be generated as a waste which will be

disposed off in the authorized TSDF site located at Nalagarh. Canteen waste

will be generated which shall be sold to recycler. Solid waste management will

be done as per MSW 2000 rule & amended thereof.

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6.10 Power requirement & supply/source

Existing Power Load :5,000 KW

Additional Load Requirement : 4,800KW

Power supply source Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board (HPSEB)

In case of power failure, D.G. set will be used of capacity 125 KVA.

7.0 Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plan

There is no need of displacement of the people for proposed project, hence, not

applicable.

8.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE & COST ESTIMATES

The Project is envisaged to be undertaken immediately after getting necessary

statutory approvals.

Cost Estimates

The total cost of project is estimated about Rs. 37.36 Crores

Proposal details are as follows

S.No Existing (in Lacs)

Additional Proposed (in Lacs)

Total

1 Land 80.58 0.00 80.58

2 Building 527.47 200.00 727.47

3 Plant & Machinery 741.79 235.90 977.69

4 Misc. Fixed Assest 59.32 0.00 59.32

4 Other Non Current

Assets

266.34 0.00 266.34

5 Margin Money for

Working Capital

570.33 1053.92

1624.25

TOTAL 2245.83 1489.82 3735.66

6 Employment 302 333 635

7 Power 5000 KW 4800KW 9800 KW

8 Water 10 KL/day 4KL/day 14 KL/day

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9.0 ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL (FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS)

This project is for expansion of currently existing steel plant for or the

production of steel related products. With the implementation of the proposed

project, the socio-economic status of the local people will improve

substantially. The land rates in the area will improve in the nearby areas due

to the proposed activity. This will help in up liftment of the social status of the

people in the area. Educational institutions will also come-up and will lead

to improvement of educational status of the people in the area. Primary

health centre will also be developed by us and the medical facilities will

certainly improve due to the proposed project

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