M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd

For Proposed Expansion

“METALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES (FERROUS & NON FERROUS)” from 28,000 TPA to 90,000 TPA

By

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

Plot No. 213 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330,

Gujarat, India

February– 2021

Baseline Period – Jan’2020 to March 2020

Conducted & Prepared By

Ambiental Global Private Limited

(NABET Accreditated EIA Consultant Organization) Plot No.16, 2nd Floor, Sector-4, Vaishali,

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh- 201010

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT

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DISCLAIMER

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction…………………………………………………………,……………1

Chapter 2 Project Description……………………………………………………………..24

Chapter 3 Description of the Environment…………………………………….……… 62

Chapter 4 Anticipated Impacts & Mitigation Measures…………………….………. 124

Chapter 5 Analysis of Alternatives…………………………………………………..….147

Chapter 6 Environment Monitoring Program…………………………………….……151

Chapter 7 Addition Studies……………………………………………………….….…..156

Chapter 8 Project Benefits…………………………………………………….…….…...180

Chapter 9 Environment Cost Benefit Analysis…………………………………..…...184

Chapter 10 Environment Management Plan…………………………………………..187

Chapter 11 Summary & Conclusion………………………………………………….…203

Chapter 12 Disclosure of Consultants…………………………………………………208

List of Annexure

Land Possession Document Annexure 1

Adequacy of Existing EMS Annexure 2

Environment Audit Report Annexure 3

Consolidated Consent & Authorization Annexure 4

Showcause Notice issued by GPCB Annexure 5

Bills of Raw Material Annexure 6

Occupational Health Impact Report Annexure 7

Treatability Report Annexure 8

Undertaking Form Annexure 9

HSE & Corporate Environment Policy Annexure 10

CGWA Letter Annexure 11

TSDF Letter Annexure 12

ToR Letter Annexure 13

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Structure of the Report

Executive Summary: This chapter gives the Executive Summary of the EIA report.

Chapter 1 (Introduction): This chapter describes objectives and methodology for EIA.

Chapter 2 (Project

Description):

This chapter gives a brief description of the location, approachability,

manufacturing processes, and details of raw materials, amenities, layout

and utilities of the proposed project.

Chapter 3 (Description of the

Environment):

This chapter presents details of the baseline environmental status for

microclimate, air quality, noise, traffic, water quality, soil quality, flora,

fauna and socio-economic status etc.

Chapter 4 (Anticipated

Environmental Impact and

Mitigation Measures):

This chapter discusses the possible sources of pollution and

environmental impacts due to the project during construction and

operation phases and suggests the mitigation measures.

Chapter 5 (Analysis of

Alternatives):

This chapter covers analysis of technology alternatives and site

alternatives.

Chapter 6 (Environmental

Monitoring Programme):

This chapter discusses the details about the environmental monitoring

program during construction and operation phases.

Chapter 7 (Additional

Studies):

This chapter covers information about Risk Assessment Studies for the

construction and operation phase, the safety precautions that are taken

during construction phase and Disaster Management Plan and

Emergency Preparedness Plan onsite and offsite.

Chapter 8 (Project Benefits):

This chapter presents the benefits from this project.


Cost Benefit Analysis)

If recommended by EAC at the scoping stage, this chapter shall include

the Environmental Cost benefit Analysis of the project.


Management Plan):

This chapter deals with the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for

the proposed Project and indicates measures proposed to minimize the

likely impacts on the environment during construction and operation

phases and budgetary allocation for the same.

Chapter 11 (Conclusion): This chapter presents the conclusion made by the project proponent

and developer.

Chapter 12 (Disclosure of

Consultants engaged):

This chapter presents the details of the consultant.

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List of Abbreviations

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment

MoEF&CC Ministry of Environment Forest & Climate Change

CPCB Central Pollution Control Board

ToR Terms of Reference

SPCB State Pollution Control Board

UTPCC Union Territory Pollution Control Board

D. G Set Diesel Generator Set

TFH Thermic Fluid Heater

AERB Atomic Energy Regulatory Board

DRDO Defence Research and Development Organization

DGFASLI Directorate General, Factory Advice and Labour Institutes

EMP Environment Management Plan

EAC Environment Appraisal Committee

DGFT Directorate General of Foreign Trade

GIDC Gujarat Industrial Development Cooperation

NH National Highway

EC Environment Clearance

ETP Effluent Treatment Plant

APC Air Pollution Control

GEB Gujarat Electricity Board

KVA Kilo Volt Ampere

KL Kilo Liter

IMD Indian Meteorological Department

CO Carbon Monoxide

PM Particulate Matte

SO2 Sulphur Dioxide

NOX Oxides of Nitrogen

DO Dissolved Oxygen

BOD Biochemical Oxygen Demand

COD Chemical Oxygen Demand

pH Power Of Hydrogen

SAR Specific Absorption Rate

ISR Institute Of Seismological Research

BGL Below Ground Level

LPM Liters Per Minute

KMPH Kilo Meter Per Hour

AAQM Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards

TVOC Total Volatile Organic Carbon

UV Ultra Violet

AAS Atomic absorption spectroscopy

dB Decibel

GW Ground Water

NTU Nephlometric Unit

Mg/L Miligram Per Liter

SW Surface Water

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µS/cm Microsiemens Per Centimeter

MPN/100

ml

Most Probable Number

mg/kg Milligram Per Kilogram

LC Letter of Credit

PCU Passenger Car Unit

ETP Effluent Treatment Plant

CETP Common Effluent Treatment Plant

CSR Cooperate Social Responsibility

NOC No Objection Certificate

CC&A Consolidated Con & Authorization

NABL National Accredited

CER Cooperate Environment Responsibility

QRA Quantitative Risk Assessment

MCLS Maximum Credible Loss Scenario

DALR Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate

ELR Environmental Lapse Rate

BLEVE Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion

VCE Vapor Cloud Explosion

ERPG Emergency Response Planning Guidelines

AIHA American Industrial Hygiene Association

TLV Threshold Limit Value

STEL Short Term Exposure Limit

IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life Or Health

NIOSH National Institute For Occupational Safety And Health

INCOIS Indian National Centre For Ocean Information Services

GDP Greenbelt Development Plan

GST Good Service Tax

VAT Value Added Tax

EMS Environmental Management Systems

EHS Environmental, Health And Safety

EMC Environmental Management Cell

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

TSDF Transport Storage Disposal Facility

SOP Standard Operating Procedure

Executive Summary Proposed expansion of integrated steel manufacturing plant with production capacity of 28,000 MTPA to

90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. located at 213/1 ,213/2 ,212/1 ,212/2 ,184 ,185 ,186/1 ,183/1

,183/2 ,183/3 ,182/1, 214/1, 214/3 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol road, Taluka: Kalol, Dist. Pachmahal

– 389330, Gujarat, is proposing expansion in their manufacturing unit of integrated steel from

capacity of 28,000 MTPA to 90,000 MTPA. It is outside of industrial estate. Proposed products

are SS.MS & Alloy, SS.MS & Alloy Steel (AS) Bars & Bright bars. Unit believes in sustainable

development and is equally concern about environment preservation and pollution control and

proposes to provide adequate Environmental Management System not only to meet desired

norms prescribed by statutory authority but also for sustainable development.,Due to the

increasing demand of this product, the company proposes to manufacture the same.

LIST OF PRODUCTS WITH CAPACITIES

Sr.

no.

Name of

the

Products

CAS no. /

CI no.

Quantity (MT/Annum)

End-use of the

products Existing Proposed Total

1

SS.MS &

Alloy

Steel(AS)

Ingots and

Billets

SS-65997-19-5 20000 20000 48000 SS-Chemical

Industries,

2

SS.MS &

Alloy Steel

(AS) Bars

AS-7440-44-0 5000 31000 36000 Furniture Industries

Engg.

3 Bright Bars MS-7429-90-5 3000 3000 6000

Utensil & Exports AS-

Engg & Machinery

Industries MS-

Construction &

Engineering

Total 28000 62000 90000



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RESOURCE REQUIREMENT

The resource requirements of the proposed project are as below:

Resource

Type Requirement Source

Land 4300 m2

The project is sited at 213/1 ,213/2 ,212/1 ,212/2

,184 ,185 ,186/1 ,183/1 ,183/2 ,183/3 ,182/1, 214/1,

214/3 - Mahwas, Halol Kalol road, Taluka: Kalol,

Dist. Pachmahal – 389330, Gujarat, India.

Building 2600 m2 Building includes Production Area, Material Storage

and Utilities.

Raw-

materials

List of raw material is

mentioned as Section

2.6 pg. 36 in EIA

report.

Mostly all raw materials are available in local

market so, they are already purchased from local

market & so will be continued further.

Water

Domestic- 25.0 KLD

Gardening –33.0KLD

Industrial –70 KLD

Necessary water requirement will be fulfilled from

bore well.

Power 6000 KVA MGVCL (Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Ltd.)

Fuel HSD = 200 Lit/Hr

LDO = 150 Lit/Hr Local trader.

Manpower Total (Existing +

Proposed) = 546 Employment will be local people based on skills

POLLUTION POTENTIAL AND MITIGATION MEASURES

The summarized statement for proposed pollution load is provided in the following table.

POLLUTION REMARKS/MITIGATION

Wastewater

• Domestic: 20.0 KLD

• Industrial: 38.0 KLD

•

• The domestic wastewater at 20.0 KLD disposed through STP.

• Industrial wastewater will be generated from Boiler, Cooling tower,

Process & washing.

• Effluent will be given primary, secondary and tertiary treatment and

treated waste water will be reused for gardening.

Air Emission

Flue Gas Emission

Heating furnace of rolling

mill

HSD – 200 L/Hr will be used as fuel.

Bag filters will be will be installed as Air Pollution Control Measures

DG set LDO – 150 Lit/Hr will be used as fuel.

Stack height of 18m will be provided.



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Process Gas Emission

Stack attached to AOD

unit

• Adequate stack height of 36m is provided. Hood + heat exchanger

followed by Bag filter will be provided as APCM.

Hazardous Waste

Used oil (cat 5.1) – 0.5

MTA Collection, Storage and sell to Authorized User

Discarded Drums /Barrels

(cat 33.1)– 2 MTA

• Collection, storage, reuse and disposal at decontamination facility

or by sent to suppliers

ETP Sludge (cat 35.3) –

10 MTA • Collection, Storage, Transportation and Disposal at TSDF site

Fuel gas cleaning residue

(Cat 11.4) - 22 MTA • Collection, Storage, Transportation and Disposal at TSDF site

Acid residue from pickling

(Cat 12.1) – 0.175 MTA Collection, Storage, Transportation and Disposal at TSDF site

Noise

Inside the plant: <75

dB(A)

• Noise is generated due to the operation of D.G. set in the existing

project. However, D.G. set is kept as standby and no other source

of noise and vibration is generated from the manufacturing activity

except plant machineries.

Latest technology based low noise D.G. set with acoustic

enclosures is installed.

Machineries will be provided with anti vibration pads.

• Regular maintenance will be carried out.

BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS

ENVIRONMENTAL

PARAMETER DETAILS

Physiography

The district has high variation in topography which represents the

diverse geological condition. The western part of the district constitute

Pediplain, composed of weathered, unconsolidated medium to coarse

grained material having gentle to moderate slope. There are scattered

alluvial deposits such as flood plain, valley fills etc formed along major

river courses composed of clay, silt, sand, gravel and kankar deposits

with gentle slope. There are small scattered sedimentary and volcanic

dissected hills. Pavagadh hills, south of the district near Halol, rises

abruptly to a height of 829.36m amsl and is with high relief and steep

slopes.



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The area occupies by the quartzite has an undulating topography

where as phyllite and mica schist occupy broad intermontane valley.

The southern border of the district is marked by a hill range with

roughly east – west and forms a surface water divide particularly

between Narmada and Mahi basin.

Meteorology

Temperature: ranging from 17°C in winter to 42°C in summer.

Rainfall: annual rainfall is around 1431 mm

Winds are generally high to moderate in summer and the monsoon

season.

Ambient Air

Quality

Ambient air quality has been monitored at 8 locations in 10 km radial

periphery for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2 & VOC

Range of values recorded in the study area during January 2020 to

March 2020

PM10 = 49.5 - 87.2 μg/m3

PM2.5 = 24.1- 37.7 μg/m3

SO2 = 4.2 – 9.8 μg/m3

NOx = 9.5 – 17.4 μg/m3

Noise Level

Range of recorded value during study period

Day time: Leq range – 48.6 – 69.4 dB(A)

Night time: Leq range – 37.3 – 65.4 dB(A)

Water

Resources &

Quality

8 groundwater samples have been drawn from 8 different villages

within the study area and 8 surface water samples have been drawn

from 8 different locations within the study area.

Ground water qualities and Surface water qualities in terms of various

essential and desirable characteristics are found within the limits

specified by IS 10500:1992.

Land use/ Land

Cover pattern.

The satellite imagery indicates major portion of the land-use in the 5

km radial periphery covered by Agricultural land 72.44%, followed by

Open scrub land 8.64%, followed by The industrial area

7.73%,followed by urban build up and settlement 5.2% and waterbody

3.11%.

Ecological

Layout

No significant wild life habitat is reported. There is no National Park in

the study area.

No endangered species of flora & fauna are observed or recorded in

the study area.

CONCLUSION

This proposed plant is for manufacturing of synthetic resin adhesives within plant premises.

There wastewater generated from manufacturing activities will be 42 KLD. The wastewater will



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be generated from operation of boiler and cooling tower with low pollution potential stream. The

utility will be operated with proper Air Pollution Control Measure. There will be process gas

emission from AOD unit which will be provided with bag filters. The Hazardous waste will be

stored separately and disposed in proper manner. From the overall study and evaluation of

impacts, it can be concluded that the overall negative impact from various activities on different

environmental parameters is negligible with proper EMP in place. Even the negative impacts

can be converted into positive beneficial impact with proper and timely implementation of EMP.

Hence project can be considered environmentally safe & fit.

Draft Environment Impact Assessment Proposed expansion of integrated steel manufacturing plant with production capacity of 28,000 MTPA to 90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka

:Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) COMPLIANCE

Point wise compliance of the TOR points issued by MOEF, Gujarat vide Letter No. SEIAA/GUJ/TOR/3(a)/1803/2019 for setting up of expansion in manufacturing plant of

‘Metallurgical Industries’ at Survey No.-213/ 1,213/ 2,212/ 1,212/ 2,184, 185, 186/ 1,183/

1,183/2, 183/3, 182/1, 214/1, 214/3 at- Mahwas, Halol-Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District:

Panchmahal.

A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance is as given below:

Sr.

No

ToR Points Brief description of

compliance

Reference in EIA

report

1. A tabular chart with index for

point-wise compliance of

below mentioned ToRs.

Complied -

2. Executive Summary of the

project- giving a prima facie

idea of the objectives of the

proposal, use of resources,

justification, etc. In addition, it

should provide a compilation

of EIA report, including EMP

and the post-project

monitoring plan I brief.

Executive summary has been

incorporated in the initial pages

of the EIA report.

Initial pages of EIA

report

3. Justification for selecting the

proposed product and unit

size.

Steel being one of the niche

commodities and most useful

and versatile material, steel is

considered to be the backbone

of human civilization. The

project site is in proximity of

Halol District of Gujarat State

and the fact is that the

proposed project is to be done

within the project area. Project

proponent is very well familiar

with the surrounding

environment therefore, it

becomes easy for the unit to

set up, operate & maintain the

project on above said location.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.2 ,Page

no. 13

4. Land requirement for the Total available land area of Refer Chapter 2,



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project including its break up

for various purposes, its

availability and optimization.

premises is 43000 m2, out of

which 14200 m2 (33.02%) area

will be developed for greenbelt.

section 2.9.1, Page

no. 31

5. Land possession documents.

Copy of NA order showing

permission to use the project

land for industrial purpose.

- Attached as

annexure 1

6. Furnish status of all the

applicable rules, acts,

regulation, clearances in a

tabular form.

All applicable regulatory

framework are presented in

tabular form.

Chapter 1, section

1.5, Page no. 9

7. In case of expansion of the

project

Need for the proposed

expansion should be justified

in detail.

Steel has been one of the

oldest industrial sectors in

India. It has also been the first

to get liberalized and controls

lifted partially in 1991. There

have been massive capacity

additions by all steel majors

and several new groups made

foray into primary and

secondary steel market in the

first phase of liberalization in

early 90s. The major costs in

steel making are the costs of

Iron Ore, Metallurgical Coke,

Limestone, Coal and Power.

While the country is rich in iron

ore and limestone, its quality of

coal is poor and power costs

are high. The industry enjoys

inherent advantages in terms of

availability of raw material and

cheap labour.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.2

Page no. 13

Adequacy of existing EMS

(Environment Management

System)

Adequacy of existing EMS has

been attached as Annexure 2

Annexure 2

Explore the possibility to

achieve Zero Liquid

Discharge (ZLD) for existing

as well as proposed activity.

The Industrial effluent

generated from unit will be 38

KL/day. Hence, the suitability of

quality and quantity of process

effluent re-using into gardening.

The unit is proposing to

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.2,

Page no. 36



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maintain the adequate storage

capacity to handle for five days

generation of effluent from Iron

& Steel Billets manufacturing.

Hence it will be a ZLD plant.

Records of any legal breach

of Environment laws. i.e.

details of show-cause notices

, closure notices etc. served

by the GPCB to the existing

unit in last five years and

actions taken then after for

prevention of pollution.

Details of Show cause notices

received earlier and there

compliance status has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

Section 2.13, Page

no. 43

Copies of Environment

Clearances obtained for the

existing plant, its point wise

compliance report.

As the plant was established in

the year 1991 i.e., before the

issuance of EIA Notification, EC

is not applicable for the existing

plant.

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Environmental audit reports

for last 3 years and

compliance of its

recommendations /

Suggestions. (Include latest

audit report and its

compliance)

Environment audit reports has

been added as Annexure

Copy of Consent to Operate

(CC&A) obtained along with

point wise compliance status

of all the conditions stipulated

therein.


(CC&A) obtained along with

point wise compliance status of

all the conditions stipulated

therein attached as Annexure

In case of earlier EC

obtained: Certified

Compliance Report (CCR)

from the concern authority as

per the MoEF&CC’s Circular

no. J-11011/618/2010-IA (II)

(I) dated 30/05/2012 and

circular no. J-11013/6/2010-

IA-II (Part) vide dated

07/09/2017.

As the plant was established in

the year 1991 i.e, before the

issuance of EIA Notification, EC

is not applicable for the existing

plant.



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Copies of XGN generated

Inspection reports with

analysis reports of the

water/Air/Hazardous samples

collected by GPCB (Last 2

year). Copies of instructions

issued by GPCB in last 2 year

and point wise compliance

thereof.


Inspection reports with analysis

reports attached as Annexure.

All the SCN issued by GPCB

and its compliance s has been

attached as Annexure 6.

8. Exact details about

infrastructural facilities, plant

machineries etc. required for

the proposed project.

Since expansion will be carried

out in the existing plant

premises, no new land is

required. Details of


layout, plant machineries and

other relevant details

Incorporated

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.6, Page

no. 36

9. Demarcation of proposed

project activities in layout

plan.

Detailed Plant layout

incorporated

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.3, Page

no.16

10. Present land use pattern

within 10 km radius from the

project boundary based on

satellite imagery.

Land use pattern of study area

(10 KM) incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 3.3.4, Page

no.55

11. Provision of separate entry &

exit and undertaking for the

same. Provision of adequate

margin all-round the periphery

for easy unobstructed

movement of fire tender

without reversing.

Separate entry and exit

provided which is indicated in

the plant layout.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.3, Page

no.16

12. Technical details of Induction

Furnaces including its cooling

and interlocking systems

along with drawing of the

induction furnace. Details of

Air Pollution Control

Measures proposed for

Induction Furnace along with

its adequacy. Details of

specific measures to ensure

that emission from the

Technical details with

advantages of Induction

furnace has been provided.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.7.6 ,

Page no. 28



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Induction Furnace will not

escape from the furnace.

Details of specific measures

to ensure that emission from

the Induction Furnace will not

escape from the furnace in

form of fugitive emission

bypassing the air pollution

control system.

13. Complete process flow

diagram describing each unit,

its processes and operations

along with material and

energy inputs & outputs

(material and energy

balance). (1) Details of Iron

and steel making plant

describing details on design

and manufacturing process

for all the units. (2) Details on

blast furnace/open hearth

furnace/basic oxygen

furnace/ladle refining , casting

and rolling plants etc.

Complete manufacturing

process with flow diagram and

material balance for products

has been incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.7.1 ,

Page no. 22

14. Characteristics of raw

material (scrap) to be

purchased as a raw material

in terms of presence of

foreign material like plastic,

rubber, dirt, oily residues,

paint etc. Details of scrap

cleaning/sorting process, if

any to be carried out, for

removal of foreign materials.

All raw materials like Iron ore,

MS scraps will be received and

stored in respected closed

storage shed. Scrap from ship is

low carbon and good quality. All

raw scraps are separated by

magnetic separator to remove

foreign particle. Separated scrap

is manually examined for

removal of painted, oily and dirty

residual scrap. Such scrap is

sorted out. After sorting scrap

will be sent for cleaning section

where scrap will be cleaned

manually by wire brush and

compress air. Separated scrap

is then crushed to make

homogeneous block. These

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.7.5 ,

Page no. 28



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block of metal finally feed to

induction furnace for melting.

Maximum one month raw

material inventory will be

maintained in the plant for

continuous operation.

15. Details of proposed source-

specific pollution control

schemes and equipment to

meet the national standards.

In this proposed project,

process gas and flue gas

emission will be the main

source of air pollution. There

will be chances of fugitive

emission due to raw material

handling and transportation and

manufacturing activity.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.9, Page

no. 39

16. Details on requirement of raw

materials, its source and

storage at the plant. Also, an

agreement for the supply of

the iron ore for the proposed

plant.

Details of raw material and its

quantity has been incorporated

in the report. Bills of raw

material has been attached as

Annexure.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.8, Page

no. 33

17. Assessment of source of the

water supply with adequacy of

the same to meet with the

requirements for the proposed

project. Permission from

concern authority.

Total water requirement for

fresh water after expansion is

128 KLD out of which 95 KLD

will be fresh water and 33 KLD

will be reused for gardening

after treatment in ETP. Water

requirement will be fulfilled by

Borewell for which permission

has been obtained vide NOC

no.

CGWA/NOC/IND/ORIG/2020/9

317 dated 26/11/2020.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.1,

Page no. 35

18. Submit CGWA permission for

ground water source from

competent authority.

Permission obtained for 95 KLD

from CGWA vide NOC no.


317 dated 26/11/2020 attached

as Annexure 12.

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19. Submit adequate proposal for

APCM with pickling section

and its stack and scrubber

bleed liquor disposal.

Scrubber will be provided as

APCM for picking section. Acid

residue from pickling section

will be disposed as Hazardous

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.9, Page

no. 39



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waste

20. Detailed water balance

(including reuse-recycle,

evaporation if any)

Total 24 KLD domestic will be

generated which will be

disposed in soak pit & septic

tank.

Total 38 KLD will be generated

from industrial wastewater.

Detailed water balance has

been incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.1,

Page no. 35

21. Specific measures proposed

to conserve water and plans

for the future in this regard.

The effluent generated from

different processes will be

given Primary, Secondary and

Tertiary treatment.

The final neutralized treated

effluent will be then utilized for

gardening. 11584.02 KL/Year

rain water will be used to

recharge the ground water

aquifers through rain water

harvesting.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.1,

Page no. 35

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.7.1,

Page no. 172

22. Detailed cleaner production

measures like energy

efficiency in the furnaces to

reduce emissions if possible

in the proposed project &

commitment of the

management on futuristic

development/implementation

for the same.

Technical details of induction

furnace and its benefits for

cleaner production have been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.7.6, Page

no. 30

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.10,

Page no. 176

23. Explore the possibility of

reuse/recycle and other

cleaner production options for

reduction of wastes.

Adequate ETP of capacity 38

KLD has been provided with

primary, secondary and tertiary

treatment has been installed.

Detailed water balance has

been installed. Hazardous

waste generation and

management will be done

according to Hazardous and

other waste (Management and

Transboundary) rules, 2016.

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.10,

Page no. 176

24. Generation, characteristics

and mode of the disposal of


different processes will be

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.2,



8

wastewater in existing and

proposed scenarios. Details

of the wastewater treatment

facilities, if any proposed,

including its capacity, size of

each unit, retention time and

other technical parameters

along with adequacy and

efficacy report. Action plan for

Zero Liquid Discharge

concept.

given Primary, Secondary and

Tertiary treatment.



Gardening.

Detailed ETP diagram, details

of each unit and its volume

incorporated. The effluent

quality of process effluent from

Utilities incorporated.

Page no. 36

25. One season Site-Specific

micro-meteorological data

using temperature, relative

humidity, hourly wind speed

and direction and rainfall

should be incorporated.

Meteorological data within the

study area, during air quality

survey period has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 3,

section 3.5, Page

no. 65

26. Anticipated environmental

impacts due to the proposed

project/ production may be

evaluated for significance and

based on corresponding likely

impacts VECs (Valued

Environmental Components)

may be identified. Baseline

studies may be conducted

within the study area of 10 km

for all concerned/identified

VECs and likely impacts will

have to be assessed for their

magnitude & order to identify

mitigation measures.

Details of impacts and its

mitigation with matrix has been

incorporated.

AERMOD View – Lake

Environmental Software, which

is a Gaussian-Plume

atmospheric dispersion

algorithm for estimating

concentration of pollutant, has

been used to predict the

Ground Level Concentrations

(GLC’s) of PM10, SO2 and

NOx due to plant activity. The

GLC’s were predicted on 24

hourly average basis keeping in

view the prescribed national

ambient air quality standards

(NAAQS). Other likely impacts

on water, soil, ecology,

occupational health, etc has

also been discussed

thoroughly.

Refer Chapter 4,

section 4.8.1, Page

no. 124

27. One complete season base

line ambient air quality data

AAQM was carried out and

AAQM locations were

Refer Chapter 3,

section 3.6.3, Page



9

(except monsoon) to be given

along with the dates of

monitoring. The parameters to

be covered shall be in

accordance with the revised

National Ambient Air Quality

Standards as well as project

specific parameters.

Locations of the monitoring

stations should be so decided

so as to take into

consideration the pre-

dominant downwind direction,

population zone and sensitive

receptors. There should be at

least one monitoring station in

the upwind direction. There

should be at least one

monitoring station in the pre-

dominant downwind direction

at a location where maximum

ground level concentration is

likely to occur.

monitored on 24 hourly

average bases twice in a week

as per guidelines of CPCB and

NAAQS. The conventional and

project specific parameters

such as particulate matter

PM10 (size less than 10 µm),

particulate matter PM2.5 (size

less than 2.5µm), Sulphur

Dioxide (SO2) &Oxides of

Nitrogen (NOx) were monitored

for 10 locations. Locations

were Project site, Jetpur,

Kadanch, Muvala, Khakhariya,

Navaria, Chhabapur and

Ratanpura.

no. 69

28. Modeling indicating the likely

impact on ambient air quality

due to proposed activities.

The details of model used and

input parameter used for

modeling should be provided.

The air quality contours may

be shown on location map

clearly indicating the location

of sensitive receptors, if any,

and the habitation. The wind

rose showing pre-dominant

wind direction should also be

indicated on the map. Impact

due to vehicular movement

superimposed on Google

map/ geographical area map.

Isopleths of PM10, SO2 and

NOx has been incorporated

predicting the worst case

scenario by considering the

Maximum baseline result +

Maximum GLC value in the

study area.

Refer Chapter 4,

section 4.8.1, Page

no. 124

29. Specific details of (i) Details of

the furnaces & utilities

Plant machineries and utilities

have been incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.6, Page



10

required. (ii) Type and

quantity of fuel to be used in

each furnace and utility. (iii)

Gaseous emission from each

furnace and utility (iv) Air

pollution Control Measures

along with its adequacy to

achieve the GPCB Norms. (v)

Flue gas emission rate from

each utility (vi) List the

sources of fugitive emission

from the unit along with its

quantification and proposed

measures to control it.

Fuel used of DG set is LDO

(150L/Hr) and HSD for furnace

(200 L/Hr)

Type of emissions or air

pollutants from stacks are PM,

SOx, NOx.

Bag filters and adequate stack

height has been provided to

each stack.

Detailed information on fugitive

emissions has been

incorporated.

no. 36

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.4, Page

no. 35

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.9, Page

no. 41

30. Explore the possibility for

fume extraction system along

with primary and secondary

APCM for induction furnaces.

Fume extraction system has

been installed as hood which is

used over induction furnace

along with other APCM’s.

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31. Details regarding D.G. Sets

including its capacities,

location, fuel consumption &

storage and acoustic

measures to abate noise

pollution.

DG set of capacity 1000 KVA is

proposed. LDO (150 L/Hr) will

be used as fuel. Specified

space has been provided for

Emergency DG set. Acoustic

enclosure will be provided to

minimize noise and adequate

stack height as APCM.

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32. Base line status of the noise

environment, impact of noise

on present environment due

to the project and proposed

measures for noise reduction

including engineering

controls.

The ambient noise standards

are presented in Equivalent

noise levels (Leq.) have been

measured twice a week during

study period.The

measurements were carried out

at each monitoring location

during day time and night time

at total 10 location. Adequate

measure will taken to mitigate

noise pollution during

construction and operation

phase.

Refer Chapter 3,

section 3.7

Refer Chapter 4,

section 4.6

33. Details of generation and

management of the

hazardous wastes/Solid

Hazardous waste generation

and management will be done

according to Hazardous and

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.13,

Page no. 43



11

wastes to be generated from

the project stating detail of

storage area for each type of

wastes, its handling and its

disposal. Details of slag

generation, its quality and

method of disposal/ reuse in

various applications, How

spillages/leakages of used oil

shall be managed.

other waste (Management and


The spillages from Diesel

storage will be prevented by

dyke wall. The spillage and

leakages from pumps, pipe

assembly and storage tank will

be transfer back to storage tank

or day tank. Solid waste

generation such as slag / iron

residue while using iron /

steel scrap will be @ 500/-

MT/year. it will be re-melt (as

possible) final residue be given

for filling up in low lying area,

construction or roads etc/ sale

to actual end users. The drums

will be collected by workers and

will be stored in storage yard in

stacking.

34. A detailed EMP including the

protection and mitigation

measures for the impacts on

human health and

environment as well as

detailed monitoring plan. The

EMP should also include the

concept of waste-

minimization, recycle/ reuse/

recover techniques, energy

conservation, and natural

resources conservation. Total

capital cost and recurring

cost/annum earmarked for

environment pollution control

measures. Environmental

management cell proposed

for implementation and

monitoring of EMP.

A well designed EMP plan has

been proposed including waste

minimization recycle/ reuse/

recover techniques and energy

conservation. Rain water

harvesting plan has also been

proposed. Total EMP Capital

cost is Rs. 116 Lakhs and

recurring is Rs. 56 Lakhs.

Proper Environmental

management cell proposed for

implementation and monitoring

of EMP and to obey well laid

EHS policy.

Chapter 10, section

10.5.1, 10.7.1,

10.11 & 10.5

35. Environment Management

Cell equipped with laboratory

Environment Management Cell

equipped with laboratory and

Chapter 6, section

6.4, Page no. 139



12

and qualified environment

engineer shall be established.

qualified environment engineer

has been established.

36. Occupational health impacts

on the workers and mitigation

measures proposed to avoid

the human health hazards

along with the personal

protective equipment to be

provided to the workers.

Detailed work area monitoring

plan. Plan for periodic medical

examinations of the workers

exposed.

Currently, Industry has adopted

all precautionary methods to

reduce the risk of exposure of

hazards to employees and

same will be continued after

proposed. Detailed work area

monitoring plan has been

incorporated. Regular health

checkup of works will be done

and reports of same has been


Chapter 10, section

10.8

Chapter 7, section

7.1.5.1 & 7.1.5.2,

Page no. 150-156

37. Detailed work area monitoring

plan. Details of the activity

wise hazards, likely heat

stress to the workers,

radiation heat level in and

around the furnaces,

measures proposed for

reduction of heat stress

around furnaces and for safe

handling of the molten metal

considering the provision of

the Gujarat Factories Rules.

Details of automated systems

to be provided to avoid

manual handling/conveyance

of materials.

Working with molten metal

always has been, and always

will be, a dangerous

occupation. Hence, Induction

foundry safety fundamentals

has been incorporated.

Chapter 2, section

2.9.12, Page no. 42

38. Detailed risk assessment

report including identification

of the most hazardous

activity, its sub activity

predictions of the worst-case

scenarios and maximum

credible accident scenario

along with damage distances

and preparedness plan to

combat such situation and

risk mitigation measures.

Detailed HAZOP study was

carried out and observed that

major on-site emergency

situation may occur from the

organic coal chemicals storage

and handling, fuel gas handling,

molten metal and slag handling,

acids and alkali storage and

handling and electrical short-

circuit. The off-site

environmental disaster may

arise if large-scale fire or

explosion occurs, the effect of

Chapter 7, section

7.1.4, Page no. 143



13

which extends beyond the plant

boundary. The off-site

environmental disaster may

take place due to significant

environmental degradation for a

sustained period.

39. Details of firefighting system

including provision for flame

detectors, temperature

actuated heat detectors with

alarms, automatic sprinkler

system, location of fire water

tanks & capacity, separate

power system for firefighting,

details of qualified and trained

fire personnel & their job

specifications, nearest fire

station & time required to

reach the proposed site.

Submit line diagram of the fire

hydrant network.

Details of fire hydrant line,

sprinklers, and separate

underground tank of capacity

200 KLD will be provided.

Jockey pump of capacity 150

LPM will be provided and

separate pump which will be

diesel operated shall be

provided for stand by purpose.

Trained fire personnel will be

hired as fire & safety officer.

Fire hydrant line has been

marked in the detailed layout of

the plant.

40. Provision of qualified

industrial hygienist, safety

officer, factory medical officer

employed for hazardous

processes and monitoring of

the occupational injury to

workers as well as impact on

the workers.

Trained fire and safety officer

shall be hired with minimum 4

years of experience. OHC has

been developed in the plant

premises and qualified doctor

will be hired.

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41. Impact of the transportation of

raw materials and finished

product on the transport

system should be assessed

and provided.

Total Truck load estimates will

be @ 22 nos. per day.

Periodical work zone

monitoring will be carried out

once in six months for 8 hrs

and 15 minutes for parameters

PM10, SO2 and other

parameters as per the

Factories Act.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.12,

Page no. 43

42. Details of possibility of

occupational health hazards

from the manufacturing

Several health related issues

can be occurred with the

workers of chemical industries

Chapter 10, section

10.8, Page no. 173



14

activities and proposed

measures to prevent it.

due to long term exposure in

dusting, noisy area, handling of

some hazardous chemicals,

gaseous emissions etc.

In the proposed unit, drinking

water and sanitation facilities

are provided to workers. All the

necessary personal protective

equipment’s are provided for

the respective works. The unit

has provided such

arrangements to minimize

manual handling of chemicals

and hazardous wastes. Regular

health check-ups are carried

out of all the workers and

record is maintained for the

same. Medical, fire and safety

trainings are given time-to-time.

Moreover, unit has provided

proper environmental

management system and

operates the same efficiently.

Thus, there will not be any

possibility of adverse impact on

workers’ health & the same

shall be continued further with

the upcoming proposed project.

Thus, no adverse impact is

expected on sanitation and

community health.

43. Ambient temperature in the

work zone and distance of the

workers from the furnaces.

Details of likely heat stress to

the workers involved in the

manufacturing process.

Radiation heat level in &

around the furnace,

monitoring and mitigation

measures for the same

Detailed HAZOP study has

been carried out for Identifying

the potential hazardous

areas so that adequate

design safety measures can

be adopted to reduce the

likelihood of accidental

events & Identifying the

stakeholders and evaluating

Chapter 7, section

7.1, Page no. 141

onwards



15

including barricading, if any to

be provided.

their risk along with

proposing adequate control

techniques.

44. Details of personal protective

equipments to be provided to

the workers. Plan for periodic

medical examination of the

workers.

Details of PPE to be used

during construction & operation

phase has been incorporated.

Annual medical checkup is

done of workers, reports of

which has been attached as

Annexure 8

Chapter 7, section

7.1.6, Page no. 153

45. Details of first-

aid/occupational health center

and arrangement of

ambulance van provided for

injured workers.

1 Ambulance van has been

provided for emergency

purpose and OHC center will

be developed as displayed in

the plant layout with basic

facilities.

46. Detailed work zone

environment plan. Details of

equipment/ instrument to

measure record and analyze

workplace exposure including

air quality, noise, vibration,

heat stress, ventilation,

illumination etc.

Periodical work zone

monitoring will be carried out

once in six months for 8 hrs

and 15 minutes for parameters

PM10, SO2 and other

parameters as per the

Factories Act. Monitoring for

noise, vibration, heat stress,

ventilation, illumination etc will

be done once in a year at

suitable locations.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.12,

Page no. 43

47. Provision of qualified

industrial hygienist, safety

officer, factory medical officer

employed for hazardous

operations and monitoring of

the occupational injury to

workers as well as impact on

the workers.

Trained fire and safety officer

shall be hired with minimum 4

years of experience. OHC has

been developed in the plant

premises and qualified doctor

will be hired.

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48. A tabular chart for the issues

raised and addressed during

public hearing/consultation

and commitment of the

project proponent on the

same should be provided. An

action plan to address the

Noted & will be complied in the

Final EIA report

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issues raised during public

hearing and the necessary

allocation of funds for the

same should be provided.

49. Ensure participation of people

during Public Hearing with

equality in gender so as to

encourage woman

participation in Public Hearing

& at the same time their

issues shall also be given

weightage. PP shall made

adequate efforts in this regard

and shall submit the relevant

documents.


Final EIA report

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50. Submit detailed treatability

report for ETP with stage wise

quality of pollutants and

treated effluent quantity which

is to be recycled and which is

to be used for gardening

purpose.

Treatability report has been

attached as Annexure 9

Annexure 9

51. Details of five year greenbelt

development program

including annual budget,

types & number of trees to be

planted, area under green belt

development (with map),

budgetary outlay; along with

commitment of the

management to carry out the

tree plantation activities

outside the premises at

appropriate places in

surrounding area.

Five year green development

plan has been included as an

integral part of EMP. Total of

14200 sqm area is to be

developed as green belt.

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.6, Page

no. 170

52. Undertaking from the

management regarding

maximum employment to the

local people.

Undertaking regarding same

has been obtained and


Annexure 10.

53. Submit checklist in the form of

Do’s & Don’ts of preventive

maintenance, strengthening

HSE policy and corporate

environment policy of the

Industry has been attached as

Annexure 15.



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of HSE, mfg. utility staff for

safety related measures.

Annexure 15.

54. Proposal for socio economic

upliftment activities along with

time bound action plan and

cost should be included.

Industry will provide 1 % of the

proposed expansion project

cost (i.e. 3.5 Lakh) towards the

Corporate Environment

Responsibility. Socio-economic

development activities will be

planned based on the as well

as general necessity in villages

Refer Chapter 8,

section 8.5, Page

no. 160

55. Details of any fatal and non-

fatal accidents and dangerous

occurrences under the

Gujarat Factories Rules 1963

(GFR) for factories for the last

three years.

An incident was reported on

16/11/2019 which resulted in

explosion of metal. Details of

same has been provided in EIA

report.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.14, Page

no.

56. Whether any litigation

pending and/or any

direction/order passed by any

Court of Law against the

company, if so, details

thereof.

No litigation is pending against

the company

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57. Certificate of accreditation

issued by the NABET, QCI to

the environmental consultant

should be incorporated in the

EIA report.

NABET Accredited consultant:

Green Circle Inc. Vadodara

(Gujarat)

NABET/EIA/1720/IA0029

Valid up to –6th March 2021

Refer Chapter 12

58. An undertaking by the Project

Proponent on the ownership

of the EIA report as per the

MoEF&CC OM dated

05/10/2011 and an

undertaking by the Consultant

regarding the prescribed

TORs have been complied

with and the data submitted is

factually correct as per the

MoEF&CC OM dated

04/08/2009. (Compliance of

OM dated 05/10/2011 &

04/08/2009).

Complied

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59. A tabular chart with index for

point-wise compliance of

above TORs.

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1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

Table of Contents

1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................... 1

1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................... 3

1.1 Purpose of the report ................................................................................................ 3

1.2 Identification of the Project and Project Proponent ................................................ 3

1.2.1 Identification of the Project ................................................................................ 3

1.2.2 Identification of the Project Proponent ............................................................. 4

1.3 Brief description of Nature, Size and location of the Project and its importance to

the country, Region. ............................................................................................................. 4

1.3.1 Brief description of Nature, Size and location of the Project........................... 4

1.3.2 Importance of Project to the Country/Region ................................................... 5

1.4 Scope and Methodology of the study ....................................................................... 6

1.5 Regulatory Framework .............................................................................................. 9

1.6 Structure of the Report .............................................................................................10

List of Tables

Table 1-1-Details of Project Proponent .............................................................................................. 4 Table 1-2-Coordinates of the project location .................................................................................. 4 Table 1-3-Methodology of the study ................................................................................................... 8 Table 1-4 Regulatory Framework ......................................................................................................... 9 Table 1-5 - Structure of the Report .................................................................................................... 10 Table 1-6 TOR Compliance .................................................................................................................. 11

List of Figures

Figure 1-1- Project Location Map ......................................................................................................... 5 Figure 1-2- Scope & Methodology of the study ............................................................................... 8

Draft Environment Impact Assessment Proposed expansion of integrated steel manufacturing plant with production capacity of 28,000 MTPA to

90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213- Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose of the report

Products falling under project/activities listed within the Schedule to the EIA notification dated

September 14th 2006 (amended till date) requires prior Environmental Clearance (EC) from the

Impact Assessment Authority (IAA) at the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change

(MoEF&CC) (for Category A project) or the State Level Environmental Impact Assessment

Authorities (SEIAA) (for Category B projects).

The products of the project are covered under Project /activity, 3(a) B, namely “Metallurgical

industries (ferrous & nonferrous)” requiring Environmental Clearance from SEIAA, Gujarat.

The TOR Presentation was made to State Level Expert Appraisal Committee on 17th April 2018.

Subsequently SEAC issued the TOR vide letter no. SEIAA/GUJ/TOR/3(a)/1803/2019 dated

11/12/2019 (Annexure 13). Based on the TOR points issued by SEIAA, Draft Environmental

Impact Assessment (EIA) report has been prepared.

The EIA study includes determination of baseline conditions, assessment of the Impacts on the

environment due to the construction and operation of the project and making recommendations

on the preventive measures to be taken, to minimize the impact on the environment to

acceptable levels. A suitable post-study monitoring program will be outlined. Environment

Management Plan will be given based on the emissions and feasibility report.

The purpose of the Environmental Impact Assessment study and report is to comply with the

ToR issued by the SEIAA as a part to obtain Environmental Clearance. Most importantly the

purpose of this EIA study is to identify and to suggest mitigative /preventive measures for

adverse environmental impacts in a timely manner.

1.2 Identification of the Project and Project Proponent

1.2.1 Identification of the Project

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. proposing industrial unit at Plot no. at 213- Madhwas, Halol

Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat, India for expansion of

integrated steel plant. The Unit has obtained the Consent to operate approval for manufacturing

Iron & Steel Billets of 28,000 MTPA.

Now, for catering the future market demand, the company proposes to set up manufacturing unit

of higher capacity from 28,000 MTPA to 90,000 MTPA. With this proposed capacity, the unit

intends to manufacture of Iron & Steel billet within the premises to cater the market requirement.

The part of the Iron & Steel billet production will be utilized for making TMT bars & other Steel

products manufacturing up to 90,000 MT, in Group Company as well as selling in to the market

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1.2.2 Identification of the Project Proponent

The details of the Promoters and their Background are given as below:

Table 1-1-Details of Project Proponent

Sr. No. Name of the Partner Designation

1. Shankar Lal Deep Chand Mehta

Partner

2. Babu Lal Deep Chand Mehta

Partner

3. Jayesh Natwar Lal Pithwa Partner

1.3 Brief description of Nature, Size and location of the Project and its

importance to the country, Region.

1.3.1 Brief description of Nature, Size and location of the Project

The proposed expansion project is to be located at Plot No. 213- Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road,

Taluka : Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat, India. It is situated at Latitude: 21° 77’

99.08” N & Longitude: 72° 82’ 23.10” E. Nearest major city is Halol which is 7.3 KM far from the

project site in direction SSE.

Table 1-2-Coordinates of the project location

Sr.No. Corners Latitude Longitude

1. A 22°34'10.10"N 73°27'29.43"E

2. B 22°34'6.19"N 73°27'29.49"E

3. C 22°34'6.02"N 73°27'21.53"E

4. D 22°34'9.80"N 73°27'20.74"E



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Figure 1-1- Project Location Map

1.3.2 Importance of Project to the Country/Region

Main purpose of the proposed project is to cater the needs of the market for production of Iron &

Steel billet and future requirement.

With the increase in the industrialization & infrastructure development, there has been an

increase in the demand of steel products. The proposed product is Iron & steel Billets which will

be mainly used for making TMT bars & other steel products. It is used for feedstock to rolling

mills for production of products like wire rods, bars etc. Due to rapid industrial & infrastructure

development there is constant increase in need of steel in the market. Steel products are used

in various sectors of infrastructure development such as industrial establishments, schools

colleges, builders and general public at large. As there is rapid growth in these industrial sectors

within the country as well as globally, accordingly there has been increase in demand for alloy



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steel product.

Being a core sector, steel industry tracks the overall economic growth in the long term. Also,

steel demand, being derived from other sectors like automobiles, consumer durables and

infrastructure, its fortune is dependent on the growth of these user industries. The Indian steel

sector enjoys advantages of domestic availability of raw materials. This provides major cost

advantage to the domestic steel industry. The Indian steel industry is largely iron-based through

the blast furnace (BF) or the direct reduced iron (DRI) route. About 60% of the crude steel

capacity is resident with integrated steel producers (ISP). But the changing ratio of hot metal to

crude steel production indicates the increasing presence of secondary steel producers (non-

integrated steel producers) manufacturing steel through scrap route, enhancing their

dependence on imported raw material. World crude steel production was 1547 million tonnes

(MT) in 2012, as per World Steel Association (WSA). China accounted for 46% of the world's

total crude steel production in 2012, reaching 716.5 MT. During 2012, India maintained its

ranking as the 4th largest steel producing country in the world behind China, Japan and the US

with a crude steel production of 76.7 MT. Global advisory firm Ernst &Young in its recent study

said that India's steel consumption would grow by over 5% in the calendar year 2014 to 83

million tonnes compared with 79 million tones the country consumed in the previous calendar

year. In general there is demand of steel products in the region as well as country and its

demand is increasing day by day due to developmental activities.

1.4 Scope and Methodology of the study

The EIA study includes determination of baseline conditions, assessment of the Impacts on the

environment due to the construction and operation of the project and making recommendations

on the preventive measures to be taken, to minimize the impact on the environment to

acceptable levels. A suitable post-study monitoring program will be outlined. Environment

Management Plan will be given based on the emissions and feasibility report. As per the

guidelines, the generic structure of EIA is considered as mentioned in EIA notification dated

14th September, 2006. The scope of study based on MoEF & CC/CPCB guidelines is tabulated

below:



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Figure 1-2- Scope & Methodology of the study

Table 1-3-Methodology of the study

Environmental Aspects No. of

Locations Observations

Meteorology -

One season site specific meteorological status of the

study was carried out for prediction of ground level

concentration in All the direction (Up Wind, Down

Wind & Cross Wind).

Ambient Air Quality 8

The prevailing ambient air quality status was

established through a network of stations monitored

during the period of Jan 2020 – March 2020. The

ambient air quality monitoring as per the parameters

prescribed in TOR was carried out within the study

area of 10 km. Prediction of impacts on air quality due

to proposed operations were carried out through

application of air quality models.

Water 8

The water quality data with respect to

physicochemical, biological parameters and heavy

metals were analyzed to established baseline water

quality of study area of 10 km. The wastewater

generation, its characterization and management were

carried out which was used in assessing the impact of

the project on water environment.

Noise 8

Noise level measurements were carried out around

the project site, data were also analyzed for

establishing baseline status of noise and it was used

in assessing the impact of the project on noise &

vibration environment.

Soil 8

Soil samples were collected and have been analyzed

to understand nutrient status as well as assessing the

impact of the project on soil environment.

Ecology --

Flora and fauna species was listed based on the

available secondary information. Study of flora and

fauna was carried out within 10 km radius around the

proposed project.

Geology & Geohydrology --

Geological and geo-hydrological investigation work

has been carried out in and around the study area to

know the status of the study area.

Risk and Hazard Analysis --

Risk Assessment study has been carried out to

evaluate risk, assess its impact associated to the

proposed project activity --and plan the appropriate

action to control risk by the most economical means.

Socio-economic data --

Existing baseline status of the socio-economic profile

of the study area with reference to demographic

structure, provision of basic amenities, health status



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Environmental Aspects No. of

Locations Observations

incorporating economic pattern in the nearby rural

areas (10 km radius) were undertaken, it was used in

assessing the impact of the project on socio-economic

environment.

1.5 Regulatory Framework

The proposed project will abide and function under the purview of the following Rules, Acts &

Regulations which are formulated by the government to protect environment and maintain good

environmental conditions.

Table 1-4 Regulatory Framework

Sr.

No.

Legal Instrument (Type, Ref.,

Year)

Concern Authority or

Bodies Applicability

1

Air (Prevention and Control of

Pollution) Act, 1981 and its

subsequent amendments

CPCB and SPCB

Air emission from stack

attached to Boiler, TFH &

D.G. set Process Gas

Emission from Laminated

Sheet Dryer

2

Water (Prevention and Control of

Pollution) Act, 1974 and its


CPCB and SPCB

Wastewater generation from

industrial activities as well as

from domestic activities.

3

Water (Prevention and Control of

Pollution) Rules, 1975 and its


CPCB and SPCB

Wastewater generation from

industrial activities as well as

from domestic activities.

4

The Environment (Protection) Act,

1986 & Environmental (Protection)

Rules, 1986 and their subsequent

amendments

Ministry of Environment

and Forests, & Climate

Change (MoEF&CC),

CPCB and SPCB

Production of Synthetic

Organic Chemicals (Resins)

5

Hazardous and Other Wastes

(Management and Trans boundary

Movement) Rules, 2016

MoEF & CC, CPCB,

SPCB/UTPCC, DGFT,

Port Authority and

Customs Authority

Generation of Solid &

Hazardous Wastes from

industrial activities.

6 EIA Notification, 2006 and its


MoEF&CC,

SPCB/UTPCC

Production of Synthetic

Organic Chemicals (Resins)

7

Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991

amended 1992 & Public Liability

Insurance Rules, 1991 and its


MoEF&CC, District

Collector

Industrial units manufacturing

chemical products and

requirement of 70 workers

8 The Factories Act, 1948

Ministry of Labour,

DGFASLI and Directorate

of Industrial Safety and

Health/ Factories

Inspectorate

Industrial units manufacturing

chemical products and

requirement of 70 workers



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Sr.

No.

Legal Instrument (Type, Ref.,

Year)

Concern Authority or

Bodies Applicability

9

Noise Pollution (Regulation and

Control) Rules, 2000 and its

amendments

CPCB and SPCB/UTPCC Noise may be generated due

to industrial activities.

1.6 Structure of the Report

The data generated from various studies for EIA/EMP are presented and discussed in following

chapters of this report prepared as per Appendix-III of the EIA Notification, 2006.

Table 1-5 - Structure of the Report

Executive Summary: This chapter gives the Executive Summary of the EIA report.

Chapter 1 (Introduction): This chapter describes objectives and methodology for EIA.

Chapter 2 (Project

Description):

This chapter gives a brief description of the location, approachability,

manufacturing processes, and details of raw materials, amenities,

layout and utilities of the proposed project.

Chapter 3 (Description of

the Environment):

This chapter presents details of the baseline environmental status for

microclimate, air quality, noise, traffic, water quality, soil quality, flora,

fauna and socio-economic status etc.

Chapter 4 (Anticipated

Environmental Impact and

Mitigation Measures):

This chapter discusses the possible sources of pollution and

environmental impacts due to the project during construction and

operation phases and suggests the mitigation measures.

Chapter 5 (Analysis of

Alternatives):

This chapter covers analysis of technology alternatives and site

alternatives.


Monitoring Programme):

This chapter discusses the details about the environmental monitoring

program during construction and operation phases.

Chapter 7 (Additional

Studies):

This chapter covers information about Risk Assessment Studies for

the construction and operation phase, the safety precautions that are

taken during construction phase and Disaster Management Plan and

Emergency Preparedness Plan onsite and offsite.

Chapter 8 (Project

Benefits): This chapter presents the benefits from this project.


Cost Benefit Analysis)

If recommended by EAC at the scoping stage, this chapter shall

include the Environmental Cost benefit Analysis of the project.


Management Plan):

This chapter deals with the Environmental Management Plan (EMP)

for the proposed Project and indicates measures proposed to

minimize the likely impacts on the environment during construction

and operation phases and budgetary allocation for the same.

Chapter 11 (Conclusion):

This chapter presents the conclusion made by the project proponent

and developer.

Chapter 12 (Disclosure of

Consultants engaged): This chapter presents the details of the consultant.



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TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) COMPLIANCE

Point wise compliance of the TOR points issued by MOEF, Gujarat vide Letter No.

SEIAA/GUJ/TOR/3(a)/1803/2019 for setting up of expansion in manufacturing plant of

‘Metallurgical Industries’ at Survey No.- 213/ 1,213/ 2,212/ 1,212/ 2,184, 185, 186/ 1,183/

1,183/2, 183/3, 182/1, 214/1, 214/3 at- Madhwas, Halol-Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, District:

Panchmahal.

A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance is as given below:

Table 1-6 TOR Compliance

Sr.

No

ToR Points Brief description of compliance Reference in EIA

report

1. A tabular chart with index for point-

wise compliance of below

mentioned ToRs.

Complied -

2. Executive Summary of the project-

giving a prima facie idea of the

objectives of the proposal, use of

resources, justification, etc. In

addition, it should provide a

compilation of EIA report, including

EMP and the post-project

monitoring plan I brief.

Executive summary has been

incorporated in the initial pages of

the EIA report.

Initial pages of EIA

report

3. Justification for selecting the

proposed product and unit size.

Steel being one of the niche

commodities and most useful and

versatile material, steel is

considered to be the backbone of

human civilization. The project site

is in proximity of Halol District of

Gujarat State and the fact is that

the proposed project is to be done

within the project area. Project

proponent is very well familiar with

the surrounding environment

therefore, it becomes easy for the

unit to set up, operate & maintain

the project on above said location.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.2 ,Page no.

38

4. Land requirement for the project

including its break up for various

purposes, its availability and

optimization.

Total available land area of

premises is 43000 m2, out of which

14200 m2 (33.02%) area will be

developed for greenbelt.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.1, Page no.

48

5. Land possession documents. Copy

of NA order showing permission to

use the project land for industrial

purpose.

- Attached as annexure

1

6. Furnish status of all the applicable All applicable regulatory framework Chapter 1, section 1.5,



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rules, acts, regulation, clearances in

a tabular form.

are presented in tabular form. Page no. 9

7. In case of expansion of the project

Need for the proposed expansion

should be justified in detail.

Steel has been one of the oldest

industrial sectors in India. It has

also been the first to get liberalized

and controls lifted partially in 1991.

There have been massive capacity

additions by all steel majors and

several new groups made foray

into primary and secondary steel

market in the first phase of

liberalization in early 90s. The

major costs in steel making are the

costs of Iron Ore, Metallurgical

Coke, Limestone, Coal and Power.

While the country is rich in iron ore

and limestone, its quality of coal is

poor and power costs are high.

The industry enjoys inherent

advantages in terms of availability

of raw material and cheap labour.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.2, Page no.

28

Adequacy of existing EMS

(Environment Management System)

Adequacy of existing EMS has

been attached as Annexure 2

Annexure 2

Explore the possibility to achieve

Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) for

existing as well as proposed

activity.

The Industrial effluent generated

from unit will be 38 KL/day. Hence,

the suitability of quality and

quantity of process effluent re-

using into gardening. The unit is

proposing to maintain the

adequate storage capacity to

handle for five days generation of

effluent from Iron & Steel Billets

manufacturing. Hence it will be a

ZLD plant.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8,Page no.

49

Records of any legal breach of

Environment laws. i.e. details of

show-cause notices , closure

notices etc. served by the GPCB to

the existing unit in last five years

and actions taken then after for

prevention of pollution.

Details of Show cause notices

received earlier and there

compliance status has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,

Section 2.13, Page no.

59

Copies of Environment Clearances

obtained for the existing plant, its

point wise compliance report.

As the plant was established in the

year 1991 i.e., before the issuance

of EIA Notification, EC is not

applicable for the existing plant.

Environmental audit

reports is attached as

Annexure 3



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Environmental audit reports for last

3 years and compliance of its

recommendations / Suggestions.

(Include latest audit report and its

compliance)

Environment audit reports has

been added as Annexure 3

Copy of Consent to

Operate (CC&A) is

attached as Annexure

4

SCN is attached as

Annexure 5


(CC&A) obtained along with point

wise compliance status of all the

conditions stipulated therein.


(CC&A) obtained along with point

wise compliance status of all the

conditions stipulated therein


In case of earlier EC obtained:

Certified Compliance Report (CCR)

from the concern authority as per

the MoEF&CC’s Circular no. J-

11011/618/2010-IA (II) (I) dated

30/05/2012 and circular no. J-

11013/6/2010-IA-II (Part) vide dated

07/09/2017.

As the plant was established in the

year 1991 i.e, before the issuance

of EIA Notification, EC is not

applicable for the existing plant.



reports of the water/Air/Hazardous

samples collected by GPCB (Last 2

year). Copies of instructions issued

by GPCB in last 2 year and point

wise compliance thereof.



reports attached as Annexure 3. All

the SCN issued by GPCB and its

compliance has been attached as

Annexure 5.

8. Exact details about infrastructural

facilities, plant machineries etc.

required for the proposed project.

Since expansion will be carried out

in the existing plant premises, no

new land is required. Details of


layout, plant machineries and other

relevant details Incorporated

Refer Chapter 2,


49

9. Demarcation of proposed project

activities in layout plan.

Detailed Plant layout incorporated Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.3, Page

no.29

10. Present land use pattern within 10

km radius from the project boundary

based on satellite imagery.

Land use pattern of study area (10

KM) incorporated.

Refer Chapter 3,


71

11. Provision of separate entry & exit

and undertaking for the same.

Provision of adequate margin all-

round the periphery for easy

unobstructed movement of fire

tender without reversing.

Separate entry and exit provided

which is indicated in the plant

layout.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.3, Page

no.29

12. Technical details of Induction

Furnaces including its cooling and

Technical details with advantages

of Induction furnace has been

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.7.6 , Page



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interlocking systems along with

drawing of the induction furnace.

Details of Air Pollution Control

Measures proposed for Induction

Furnace along with its adequacy.

Details of specific measures to

ensure that emission from the

Induction Furnace will not escape

from the furnace. Details of specific

measures to ensure that emission

from the Induction Furnace will not

escape from the furnace in form of

fugitive emission bypassing the air

pollution control system.

provided. no. 43

13. Complete process flow diagram

describing each unit, its processes

and operations along with material

and energy inputs & outputs

(material and energy balance). (1)

Details of Iron and steel making

plant describing details on design

and manufacturing process for all

the units. (2) Details on blast

furnace/open hearth furnace/basic

oxygen furnace/ladle refining ,

casting and rolling plants etc.

Complete manufacturing process

with flow diagram and material

balance for products has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 37

14. Characteristics of raw material

(scrap) to be purchased as a raw

material in terms of presence of

foreign material like plastic, rubber,

dirt, oily residues, paint etc. Details

of scrap cleaning/sorting process, if

any to be carried out, for removal of

foreign materials.

All raw materials like Iron ore, MS

scraps will be received and stored

in respected closed storage shed.

Scrap from ship is low carbon and

good quality. All raw scraps are

separated by magnetic separator

to remove foreign particle.

Separated scrap is manually

examined for removal of painted,

oily and dirty residual scrap. Such

scrap is sorted out. After sorting

scrap will be sent for cleaning

section where scrap will be

cleaned manually by wire brush

and compress air. Separated scrap

is then crushed to make

homogeneous block. These block

of metal finally feed to induction

furnace for melting. Maximum one

month raw material inventory will

be maintained in the plant for

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 43



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continuous operation.

15. Details of proposed source-specific

pollution control schemes and

equipment to meet the national

standards.

In this proposed project, process

gas and flue gas emission will be

the main source of air pollution.

There will be chances of fugitive

emission due to raw material

handling and transportation and

manufacturing activity.

Refer Chapter 2,


54

16. Details on requirement of raw

materials, its source and storage at

the plant. Also, an agreement for

the supply of the iron ore for the

proposed plant.

Details of raw material and its

quantity has been incorporated in

the report. Bills of raw material has

been attached as Annexure 6.

Refer Chapter 2,


46

17. Assessment of source of the water

supply with adequacy of the same

to meet with the requirements for

the proposed project. Permission

from concern authority.

Total water requirement for fresh

water after expansion is 128 KLD

out of which 95 KLD will be fresh

water and 33 KLD will be reused

for gardening after treatment in

ETP. Water requirement will be

fulfilled by Borewell for which

permission has been obtained vide

NOC no.


dated 26/11/2020.

Refer Chapter 2,

section 2.9.8.1, Page

no. 49

18. Submit CGWA permission for

ground water source from

competent authority.

Permission obtained for 95 KLD

from CGWA vide NOC no.


dated 26/11/2020 attached as

Annexure 11.

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19. Submit adequate proposal for

APCM with pickling section and its

stack and scrubber bleed liquor

disposal.

Scrubber will be provided as

APCM for picking section. Acid

residue from pickling section will

be disposed as Hazardous waste

Refer Chapter 2,


54

20. Detailed water balance (including

reuse-recycle, evaporation if any)

Total 24 KLD domestic will be

generated which will be disposed

through STP.

Total 38 KLD will be generated from

industrial wastewater.

Detailed water balance has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 49



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21. Specific measures proposed to

conserve water and plans for the

future in this regard.


different processes will be given

Primary, Secondary and Tertiary

treatment.



gardening. 11584.02 KL/Year rain

water will be used to recharge the

ground water aquifers through rain

water harvesting.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 49

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.7.1, Page

no. 198

22. Detailed cleaner production

measures like energy efficiency in

the furnaces to reduce emissions if

possible in the proposed project &

commitment of the management on

futuristic

development/implementation for the

same.

Technical details of induction

furnace and its benefits for cleaner

production have been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,


43

Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.10, Page

no. 201

23. Explore the possibility of

reuse/recycle and other cleaner

production options for reduction of

wastes.

Adequate ETP of capacity 38 KLD

has been provided with primary,

secondary and tertiary treatment

has been installed. Detailed water

balance has been installed.

Hazardous waste generation and


according to Hazardous and other

waste (Management and


Refer Chapter 10,

section 10.10, Page

no. 201

24. Generation, characteristics and

mode of the disposal of wastewater

in existing and proposed scenarios.

Details of the wastewater treatment

facilities, if any proposed, including

its capacity, size of each unit,

retention time and other technical

parameters along with adequacy

and efficacy report. Action plan for

Zero Liquid Discharge concept.


different processes will be given

Primary, Secondary and Tertiary

treatment.



Gardening.

Detailed ETP diagram, details of

each unit and its volume

incorporated. The effluent quality

of process effluent from Utilities

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 49

25. One season Site-Specific micro-

meteorological data using

temperature, relative humidity,

hourly wind speed and direction and

rainfall should be incorporated.

Meteorological data within the

study area, during air quality

survey period has been

incorporated.

Refer Chapter 3,


83

26. Anticipated environmental impacts

due to the proposed project/

Details of impacts and its

mitigation with matrix has been

Refer Chapter 4,




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production may be evaluated for

significance and based on

corresponding likely impacts VECs

(Valued Environmental

Components) may be identified.

Baseline studies may be conducted

within the study area of 10 km for all

concerned/identified VECs and

likely impacts will have to be

assessed for their magnitude &

order to identify mitigation

measures.

incorporated.

AERMOD View – Lake

Environmental Software, which is a

Gaussian-Plume atmospheric

dispersion algorithm for estimating

concentration of pollutant, has

been used to predict the Ground

Level Concentrations (GLC’s) of

PM10, SO2 and NOx due to plant

activity. The GLC’s were predicted

on 24 hourly average basis

keeping in view the prescribed

national ambient air quality

standards (NAAQS). Other likely

impacts on water, soil, ecology,

occupational health, etc has also

been discussed thoroughly.

143

27. One complete season base line

ambient air quality data (except

monsoon) to be given along with the

dates of monitoring. The

parameters to be covered shall be

in accordance with the revised

National Ambient Air Quality

Standards as well as project

specific parameters. Locations of

the monitoring stations should be so

decided so as to take into

consideration the pre-dominant

downwind direction, population

zone and sensitive receptors. There

should be at least one monitoring

station in the upwind direction.

There should be at least one

monitoring station in the pre-

dominant downwind direction at a

location where maximum ground

level concentration is likely to occur.

AAQM was carried out and AAQM

locations were monitored on 24

hourly average bases twice in a

week as per guidelines of CPCB

and NAAQS. The conventional

and project specific parameters

such as particulate matter PM10

(size less than 10 µm), particulate

matter PM2.5 (size less than

2.5µm), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)

&Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) were

monitored for 10 locations.

Locations were Project site,

Jetpur, Kadanch, Muvala,

Khakhariya, Navaria, Chhabapur

and Ratanpura.

Refer Chapter 3,


90

28. Modeling indicating the likely impact

on ambient air quality due to

proposed activities. The details of

model used and input parameter

used for modeling should be

provided. The air quality contours

may be shown on location map

clearly indicating the location of

sensitive receptors, if any, and the

Isopleths of PM10, SO2 and NOx

has been incorporated predicting

the worst case scenario by

considering the Maximum baseline

result + Maximum GLC value in

the study area.

Refer Chapter 4,


143



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habitation. The wind rose showing

pre-dominant wind direction should

also be indicated on the map.

Impact due to vehicular movement

superimposed on Google map/

geographical area map.

29. Specific details of (i) Details of the

furnaces & utilities required. (ii)

Type and quantity of fuel to be used

in each furnace and utility. (iii)

Gaseous emission from each

furnace and utility (iv) Air pollution

Control Measures along with its

adequacy to achieve the GPCB

Norms. (v) Flue gas emission rate

from each utility (vi) List the sources

of fugitive emission from the unit

along with its quantification and

proposed measures to control it.

Plant machineries and utilities

have been incorporated.

Fuel used of DG set is LDO

(150L/Hr) and HSD for furnace

(200 L/Hr)

Type of emissions or air pollutants

from stacks are PM, SOx, NOx.

Bag filters and adequate stack

height has been provided to each

stack.

Detailed information on fugitive

emissions has been incorporated.

Refer Chapter 2,


49

Refer Chapter 2,


48

Refer Chapter 2,


54

30. Explore the possibility for fume

extraction system along with

primary and secondary APCM for

induction furnaces.

Fume extraction system has been

installed as hood which is used

over induction furnace along with

other APCM’s.

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31. Details regarding D.G. Sets

including its capacities, location,

fuel consumption & storage and

acoustic measures to abate noise

pollution.

DG set of capacity 1000 KVA is

proposed. LDO (150 L/Hr) will be

used as fuel. Specified space has

been provided for Emergency DG

set. Acoustic enclosure will be

provided to minimize noise and

adequate stack height as APCM.

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32. Base line status of the noise

environment, impact of noise on

present environment due to the

project and proposed measures for

noise reduction including

engineering controls.

The ambient noise standards are

presented in Equivalent noise

levels (Leq.) have been measured

twice a week during study

period.The measurements were

carried out at each monitoring

location during day time and night

time at total 10 location. Adequate

measure will taken to mitigate

noise pollution during construction

and operation phase.

Refer Chapter 3,


94

Refer Chapter 4,

section 4.6, , Page no.

133

33. Details of generation and

management of the hazardous

wastes/Solid wastes to be

generated from the project stating

detail of storage area for each type

of wastes, its handling and its

Hazardous waste generation and


according to Hazardous and other

waste (Management and


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disposal. Details of slag generation,

its quality and method of disposal/

reuse in various applications, How

spillages/leakages of used oil shall

be managed.

The spillages from Diesel storage

will be prevented by dyke wall. The

spillage and leakages from pumps,

pipe assembly and storage tank

will be transfer back to storage

tank or day tank. Solid waste

generation such as slag / iron

residue while using iron / steel

scrap will be @ 500/- MT/year. it

will be re-melt (as possible) final

residue be given for filling up in low

lying area, construction or roads

etc/ sale to actual end users. The

drums will be collected by workers

and will be stored in storage yard

in stacking.

34. A detailed EMP including the

protection and mitigation measures

for the impacts on human health

and environment as well as detailed

monitoring plan. The EMP should

also include the concept of waste-

minimization, recycle/ reuse/

recover techniques, energy

conservation, and natural resources

conservation. Total capital cost and

recurring cost/annum earmarked for

environment pollution control

measures. Environmental


implementation and monitoring of

EMP.

A well designed EMP plan has

been proposed including waste

minimization recycle/ reuse/

recover techniques and energy

conservation. Rain water

harvesting plan has also been

proposed. Total EMP Capital cost

is Rs. 86 Lakhs and recurring is

Rs. 34 Lakhs.

Proper Environmental


implementation and monitoring of

EMP and to obey well laid EHS

policy.

Chapter 10, section

10.5.1, 10.7.1, 10.11 &

10.5

35. Environment Management Cell


qualified environment engineer shall

be established.

Environment Management Cell


qualified environment engineer has

been established.

Chapter 6, section 6.4,

Page no. 154

36. Occupational health impacts on the

workers and mitigation measures

proposed to avoid the human health

hazards along with the personal

protective equipment to be provided

to the workers. Detailed work area

monitoring plan. Plan for periodic

medical examinations of the

workers exposed.

Currently, Industry has adopted all

precautionary methods to reduce

the risk of exposure of hazards to

employees and same will be

continued after proposed. Detailed

work area monitoring plan has

been incorporated. Regular health

checkup of works will be done and

reports of same has been attached

as Annexure 10.

Chapter 10, section

10.8, Page no. 150-

198

Chapter 7, section

7.1.5.1, Page no. 166

& 7.1.5.2, Page no.

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37. Detailed work area monitoring plan.

Details of the activity wise hazards,

likely heat stress to the workers,

radiation heat level in and around

the furnaces, measures proposed

for reduction of heat stress around

furnaces and for safe handling of

the molten metal considering the

provision of the Gujarat Factories

Rules. Details of automated

systems to be provided to avoid

manual handling/conveyance of

materials.

Working with molten metal always

has been, and always will be, a

dangerous occupation. Hence,

Induction foundry safety

fundamentals has been

incorporated.

Chapter 2, section

2.9.12, Page no. 56

38. Detailed risk assessment report

including identification of the most

hazardous activity, its sub activity

predictions of the worst-case

scenarios and maximum credible

accident scenario along with

damage distances and

preparedness plan to combat such

situation and risk mitigation

measures.

Detailed HAZOP study was carried

out and observed that major on-

site emergency situation may

occur from the organic coal

chemicals storage and handling,

fuel gas handling, molten metal

and slag handling, acids and alkali

storage and handling and electrical

short-circuit. The off-site

environmental disaster may arise if

large-scale fire or explosion

occurs, the effect of which extends

beyond the plant boundary. The

off-site environmental disaster may

take place due to significant

environmental degradation for a

sustained period.

Chapter 7, section

7.1.4, Page no. 161

39. Details of firefighting system

including provision for flame

detectors, temperature actuated

heat detectors with alarms,

automatic sprinkler system, location

of fire water tanks & capacity,

separate power system for

firefighting, details of qualified and

trained fire personnel & their job

specifications, nearest fire station &

time required to reach the proposed

site. Submit line diagram of the fire

hydrant network.

Details of fire hydrant line,

sprinklers, and separate

underground tank of capacity 200

KLD will be provided. Jockey pump

of capacity 150 LPM will be

provided and separate pump which

will be diesel operated shall be

provided for stand by purpose.

Trained fire personnel will be hired

as fire & safety officer.

Fire hydrant line has been marked

in the detailed layout of the plant.

40. Provision of qualified industrial

hygienist, safety officer, factory

medical officer employed for

hazardous processes and

Trained fire and safety officer shall

be hired with minimum 4 years of

experience. OHC has been

developed in the plant premises

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monitoring of the occupational injury

to workers as well as impact on the

workers.

and qualified doctor will be hired.

41. Impact of the transportation of raw

materials and finished product on

the transport system should be

assessed and provided.

Total Truck load estimates will be

@ 22 nos. per day.

Periodical work zone monitoring

will be carried out once in six

months for 8 hrs and 15 minutes

for parameters PM10, SO2 and

other parameters as per the

Factories Act.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 56

42. Details of possibility of occupational

health hazards from the

manufacturing activities and

proposed measures to prevent it.

Several health related issues can

be occurred with the workers of

chemical industries due to long

term exposure in dusting, noisy

area, handling of some hazardous

chemicals, gaseous emissions etc.

In the proposed unit, drinking

water and sanitation facilities are

provided to workers. All the

necessary personal protective

equipment’s are provided for the

respective works. The unit has

provided such arrangements to

minimize manual handling of

chemicals and hazardous wastes.

Regular health check-ups are

carried out of all the workers and

record is maintained for the same.

Medical, fire and safety trainings

are given time-to-time. Moreover,

unit has provided proper

environmental management

system and operates the same

efficiently. Thus, there will not be

any possibility of adverse impact

on workers’ health & the same

shall be continued further with the

upcoming proposed project. Thus,

no adverse impact is expected on

sanitation and community health.

Chapter 10, section

10.8, Page no. 198

43. Ambient temperature in the work

zone and distance of the workers

from the furnaces. Details of likely

heat stress to the workers involved

in the manufacturing process.

Detailed HAZOP study has been

carried out for Identifying the

potential hazardous areas so that

adequate design safety measures

Chapter 7, section 7.1,

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Radiation heat level in & around the

furnace, monitoring and mitigation

measures for the same including

barricading, if any to be provided.

can be adopted to reduce the

likelihood of accidental events &

Identifying the stakeholders and

evaluating their risk along with

proposing adequate control

techniques.

44. Details of personal protective

equipments to be provided to the

workers. Plan for periodic medical

examination of the workers.

Details of PPE to be used during

construction & operation phase

has been incorporated. Annual

medical checkup is done of

workers, reports of which has been


Chapter 7, section

7.1.6, Page no. 173

45. Details of first-aid/occupational

health center and arrangement of

ambulance van provided for injured

workers.

1 Ambulance van has been

provided for emergency purpose

and OHC center will be developed

as displayed in the plant layout

with basic facilities.

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46. Detailed work zone environment

plan. Details of equipment/

instrument to measure record and

analyze workplace exposure

including air quality, noise, vibration,

heat stress, ventilation, illumination

etc.

Periodical work zone monitoring

will be carried out once in six

months for 8 hrs and 15 minutes

for parameters PM10, SO2 and

other parameters as per the

Factories Act. Monitoring for noise,

vibration, heat stress, ventilation,

illumination etc will be done once

in a year at suitable locations.

Refer Chapter 2,


no. 56

47. Provision of qualified industrial

hygienist, safety officer, factory

medical officer employed for

hazardous operations and

monitoring of the occupational injury

to workers as well as impact on the

workers.

Trained fire and safety officer shall

be hired with minimum 4 years of

experience. OHC has been

developed in the plant premises

and qualified doctor will be hired.

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48. A tabular chart for the issues raised

and addressed during public

hearing/consultation and

commitment of the project

proponent on the same should be

provided. An action plan to address

the issues raised during public

hearing and the necessary

allocation of funds for the same

should be provided.


Final EIA report

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49. Ensure participation of people

during Public Hearing with equality

in gender so as to encourage


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woman participation in Public

Hearing & at the same time their

issues shall also be given

weightage. PP shall made adequate

efforts in this regard and shall

submit the relevant documents.

50. Submit detailed treatability report for

ETP with stage wise quality of

pollutants and treated effluent

quantity which is to be recycled and

which is to be used for gardening

purpose.

Treatability report has been


Annexure 8

51. Details of five year greenbelt

development program including

annual budget, types & number of

trees to be planted, area under

green belt development (with map),

budgetary outlay; along with

commitment of the management to

carry out the tree plantation

activities outside the premises at

appropriate places in surrounding

area.

Five year green development plan

has been included as an integral

part of EMP. Total of 14200 sqm

area is to be developed as green

belt.

Refer Chapter 10,


195

52. Undertaking from the management

regarding maximum employment to

the local people.

Undertaking regarding same has

been obtained and attached as

Annexure 9.

Annexure 9.

53. Submit checklist in the form of Do’s

& Don’ts of preventive maintenance,

strengthening of HSE, mfg. utility

staff for safety related measures.

HSE policy and corporate

environment policy of the Industry

has been attached as Annexure

10.

Annexure 10.

54. Proposal for socio economic

upliftment activities along with time

bound action plan and cost should

be included.

Industry will provide 1 % of the

proposed expansion project cost

(i.e. 3.5 Lakh) towards the

Corporate Environment

Responsibility. Socio-economic

development activities will be

planned based on the as well as

general necessity in villages

Refer Chapter 8,


183

55. Details of any fatal and non-fatal

accidents and dangerous

occurrences under the Gujarat

Factories Rules 1963 (GFR) for

factories for the last three years.

An incident was reported on

16/11/2019 which resulted in

explosion of metal. Details of same

has been provided in EIA report.

Refer Chapter 2,


61

56. Whether any litigation pending

and/or any direction/order passed

by any Court of Law against the

No litigation is pending against the

company

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company, if so, details thereof.

57. Certificate of accreditation issued by

the NABET, QCI to the

environmental consultant should be

incorporated in the EIA report.

NABET Accredited consultant:

AMBIENTAL GLOBAL PRIVATE

LTD. Ghaziabad (U.P)

Refer Chapter 12

58. An undertaking by the Project

Proponent on the ownership of the

EIA report as per the MoEF&CC

OM dated 05/10/2011 and an

undertaking by the Consultant

regarding the prescribed TORs

have been complied with and the

data submitted is factually correct

as per the MoEF&CC OM dated

04/08/2009. (Compliance of OM

dated 05/10/2011 & 04/08/2009).

Complied

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59. A tabular chart with index for point-

wise compliance of above TORs.

Complied -

1 CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

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Table of Contents

2 CHAPTER 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................

2.1 Type of Project ..........................................................................................................28

2.2 Need for the project ..................................................................................................28

2.3 Project Location ........................................................................................................29

2.4 Site Photographs ......................................................................................................32

2.5 Justification of Site Selection ..................................................................................33

2.6 Size or Magnitude of the project ..............................................................................35

2.6.1 Details of Products & Raw Material Consumption ..............................................35

2.7 Process technology and Manufacturing Process Description ..............................36

2.7.1 Manufacturing Process .........................................................................................37

2.7.2 Manufacturing Procure: ........................................................................................40

2.7.3 Mass Balance.........................................................................................................41

2.7.4 Scrap Purchase Management ...............................................................................42

2.7.5 Standard Procedures for handling Scrap cleaning/sorting process for removal

of foreign materials ..........................................................................................................43

2.7.6 Technology Advantage of Induction Furnace: ....................................................43

2.7.7 Solvent Management Plan ....................................................................................46

2.8 Raw Materials Requirement with Storage and Transportation Details .................46

2.9 Project Description ...................................................................................................46

2.9.1 Details of Project Land and Plant Layout Capital................................................46

2.9.2 Electricity/Power ...................................................................................................47

2.9.3 Water ......................................................................................................................48

2.9.4 Fuel .........................................................................................................................48

2.9.5 Manpower ..............................................................................................................48

2.9.6 Plant Machineries & Utilities .................................................................................49

2.9.7 Potential and Proposed Control Measures ..........................................................49

2.9.8 Water Pollution ......................................................................................................49

2.9.9 Air Pollution ...........................................................................................................54

2.9.10 Process Emission ..............................................................................................54

2.9.11 Flue Gas Emission .............................................................................................54

2.9.12 Fugitive Emissions ............................................................................................56

2.9.13 Solid/Hazardous Waste .....................................................................................57

2.9.14 Noise & Vibration ...............................................................................................58

2.10 Analysis of alternatives (technology & site) ...........................................................58

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2.11 Fire & Safety details ..................................................................................................59

2.12 Odour Source and its Control ..................................................................................59

2.13 Records of any legal breach of Environmental laws & GFR1963 ..........................59

2.14 Incident occurred in last 3 years .............................................................................61

List of Tables Table 2-1-Environmental Aspects ..........................................................................................34

Table 2-2 – List of industries ..................................................................................................34

Table 2-3- Capital Cost of Proposed Project .........................................................................35

Table 2-4-Details of Products .................................................................................................35

Table 2-5-Details of Raw Materials .........................................................................................36

Table 2-6-Area Break Up .........................................................................................................46

Table 2-7-Details of Power Consumption ..............................................................................47

Table 2-8- Fuel Consumption Details ....................................................................................48

Table 2-9- Details of Manpower ..............................................................................................48

Table 2-10- Details of Plant Machineries ...............................................................................49

Table 2-11- Stream wise fresh water consumption & wastewater generation ....................50

Table 2-12-Details of Effluent Treatment Units .....................................................................52

Table 2-13-Details of process emissions ..............................................................................54

Table 2-14- Details of Flue Gas Stacks ..................................................................................55

Table 2-15-Details of Hazardous waste .................................................................................57

Table 16 – Show cause notices & its compliance status .....................................................59

List of Figures Figure 2-1-Google Map Showing 5 & 10 km radius from the Project Site ...........................29

Figure 2-2- Google Map Showing Project Site ......................................................................30

Figure 2-3-Plant Layout ..........................................................................................................31

Figure 2-4 - Water Balance Diagram ......................................................................................51

Figure 2-5-Schematic Flow Diagram of Effluent Treatment Plant ........................................53

Figure 2-6-Schematic Diagram of Industrial Effluent Management: ....................................53


90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka :Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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2 CHAPTER 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

2.1 Type of Project

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. is large-scale unit located at .The proposed project is about the

expansion in Iron & Steel billet production capacity of 90,000 MTPA from 28,000 MTPA.

The stated project will be carried out within the premises. Thus, this is a brown field project

where unit intends to manufacture products covered under Category 3(a)-B as per EIA

Notification of Ministry of Environment & Forest (MoEF & CC), dated.14-Sep-06.

2.2 Need for the project

The demand for products intended to be manufacture is increasing in the country. By setting

up this unit M/s. Rajputana Stainless Limited will be able to meet the demand of various

products locally. One of the most useful and versatile material, steel is considered to be the

backbone of human civilization. As the steel industry has tremendous forward and backward

linkages in terms of material flow, income and employment generation, the growth of an

economy is closely related to the quantity of steel used by it.

Steel has been one of the oldest industrial sectors in India. It has also been the first to get

liberalized and controls lifted partially in 1991. There have been massive capacity additions by

all steel majors and several new groups made foray into primary and secondary steel market in

the first phase of liberalization in early 90s. The major costs in steel making are the costs of

Iron Ore, Metallurgical Coke, Limestone, Coal and Power. While the country is rich in iron ore

and limestone, its quality of coal is poor and power costs are high. The industry enjoys

inherent advantages in terms of availability of raw material and cheap labour.

India is the 3rd largest producer of steel in the world accounting for production of 89.58 million

tons of crude steel in the Calendar year 2015. It also holds the third position in consumption of

steel. Thus there is great potential of steel industry in India. Honourable Prime Minister Shri

Narendra Modi has envisaged the growth of steel sector to attain a production capacity of 300

Million Tonnes by 2020, hence in order to achieve this capacity, it is essential to create the

facilities based on local resources to produce steel.

In view of these facts, the proposed project is envisaged as an Integrated Steel Plant with

Coke Oven plant, Blast Furnace, E.O.F., Ladle Furnaces, Vacuum Degassing, Billet/Bloom

Continuous Casting Machine, Wire Rod cum Bar Mill and Captive Power Plant. All these

production technologies make the project a better energy efficient project due to which a

substantial amount of Green House Gas (GHG) emissions would be avoided or reduced than

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2.3 Project Location

The proposed project is to be located at 213 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka : Kalol,

District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat It is situated at Latitude: 21° 77’ 99.08” N & Longitude:

72° 82’ 23.10” E. Nearest major city is Halol which is 7.3 km far from the project site in direction

SSE.

Google map showing surrounding areas in 10 km radius from the project site are given as

Figure 2-2.

(Source: Google Earth) Figure 2-1-Google Map Showing 5 & 10 km radius from the Project Site

Sr. No. Corners Latitude Longitude

1. A 22°34'10.10"N 73°27'29.43"E

2. B 22°34'6.19"N 73°27'29.49"E

3. C 22°34'6.02"N 73°27'21.53"E

4. D 22°34'9.80"N 73°27'20.74"E



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(Source: Google Earth) Figure 2-2- Google Map Showing Project Site



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Figure 2-3-Plant Layout



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2.5 Justification of Site Selection

The unit is located at 213/1 ,213/2 ,212/1 ,212/2 ,184 ,185 ,186/1 ,183/1 ,183/2 ,183/3 ,182/1, 214/1,

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selection was guided by many factors like infrastructure, availability of land, water sources, fuel,

transportation, power availability etc.

Proposed project site is approximately 20 m east away from State Highway No. SH-75 which is well

connected to other state highways as well as national highway. Transport facilities for all over India

are sound at project site.

It is an expansion project/ brown field and thus no displacement of population will take place. There is

no protected area notified under the Wild Life (Protection) Act (1972) &Eco sensitive area notified

under the Environment (Protection) Act- 1986 exists within 10 km radius areas from the project site.

The requisite skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labour from local area would be easily available.

Salient features in the surroundings area of the site as well as infrastructure availability with

approximate aerial distance and direction are as given below:

Table 2-1-Environmental Aspects

Sr. No. Features Particulars

1 Nearest village Alindra -1.96 KM (NE)

2 Nearest Town/City Halol - 7.3 KM

3 Nearest Railway Station Derol Railway Station - 5.0 KM (W)

4 Nearest Hospital Community Health Centre Kalol -3.0 KM

5 Nearest Highway SH-75 (20 meter East)

6 Nearest Airport Vadodara Airport -39 KM (SSW)

8 Nearest Water Body Mesri River -1.0 KM (S) [Inundation River]

9 Ecologically sensitive zones

within 10 Km Not Applicable

10 Historical/ Archaeological places Not Applicable

11 National Parks/Wild Life

Sanctuary Not Applicable

12 Seismic Zone Seismic Zone III

Table 2-2 – List of industries

Sr/No. Name of Industry Distance & Direction Type of Industry

1. Amartara Pvt. Ltd. 0.2 Km, NW PVC film manufacturers

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3. Endurance

technologies ltd. 0.33 Km, SE

Aluminium dye casting

manufacturers

4. Varroc Engineering 0.53 Km, S Automotive component

manufacturers

5. Virtuous core &

engitech 0.60 Km, E Engineering industry

2.6 Size or Magnitude of the project

The total land area of the plot is 43000 m2

The breakup of the Total Capital Cost is given in Table 2.4 and the time of completion of the project after getting EC is for 6-8 month.

Table 2-3- Capital Cost of Proposed Project

Sr.

No.

Particulars

Cost (In Rupees)

Existing Proposed Total

1. Land Plot At…(Based On Land

Acquisition Agreement) 10129041 0/- 10129041

2. Factory Building (Based On

Estimated By Engineer) 101755008 1, 50,00,000/- 116705008

3. Plant & Machinery (Based On

Quotation From Various Suppliers) 858555520 2, 00, 00,000/- 878555520

4 Others 13386857 0/- 13386857

Total 983826426 3,50,00,000/- 1018776426

2.6.1 Details of Products & Raw Material Consumption

2.6.1.1 Details of Products:

The unit intends to manufacture Iron & Steel billet with the total capacity of 90,000 MTPA. The details

of proposed products along with the capacity are listed below in Table

Table 2-4-Details of Products

Sr.

no.

Name of

the

Products

CAS no. /

CI no.

Quantity (MT/Annum)

End-use of the

products Existing Proposed Total

1 SS.MS &

Alloy

Steel(AS)

Ingots and

Billets

SS-65997-19-5 20000 20000 48000 SS-Chemical

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2

SS.MS &

Alloy Steel

(AS) Bars

AS-7440-44-0 5000 31000 36000 Furniture Industries

Engg.

3 Bright Bars MS-7429-90-5 3000 3000 6000

Utensil & Exports

AS-Engg &

Machinery

Industries MS-

Construction &

Engineering

Total 28000 62000 90000

2.6.1.2 Details of Raw Materials:

The raw materials used for the production are given in Table 2-6.

Table 2-5-Details of Raw Materials

2.7 Process technology and Manufacturing Process Description

The Iron & Steel billet products are manufactured by proven process optimally available from

academic sources. The Best Available Technology for the said products is through the

production experience by technocrats. The Induction furnaces powered by energy efficient

furnaces are adopted as the best available technology for manufacturing process. The melting

Sr.

no.

Name of the

Products

Name of the Raw

Materials

CAS no. / CI

no. of raw

materials.

Quantity

MT/Annum

Existing Proposed Total

1 MS/AS/SS

Billets/Ingots

Waste & Scrap NA

23500 MTA 32900 MTA 56400 MTA

Nickel 7440-02-0

Chrome 7440-47-3

Molybdum 7439-98-7

Silicon 7440-21-3

Silico Manganese 77439-93-5

Vanadium 7440-62-2

Aluminium 7429-98-7

2 MS/AS/SS MS/AS/SS

Billets/Ingots

AS-7440-44-0

5263 MTA

32630.6

MTA

37893.6

MTA

3 MS/AS/SS

Bright Bars MS/AS/SS Bars MS-7429-90-5 3050 MTA 3050 MTA 6100 MTA

Total 31813 MTA 68580.6

MTA

100393.6

MTA



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of metals is through furnaces achieving the best thermal efficiency. The Company has adopted

the best available technology and also formulated the Energy Saving Policy statement.

2.7.1 Manufacturing Process

The main raw material in Billet Manufacturing process is mild steel scrap which is

procured from local and international markets.

The scrap is mixed in pre-determined proportions in the scrap yard and fed to the

Furnaces in charging buckets and melted by Electric Arc using Graphite Electrodes.

The molten metal is processed through Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD)process

where in gases such as Argon and Inert Oxygen are passed through the molten metal to

remove the impurities from it and then the molten metal is further refined by adding Ferro

alloys and other fluxes to bring it to the required standard specifications.

Liquid metal samples are analyzed at frequent intervals to ensure quality if the product

as per I.S.

The molten steel is tapped at the required temperature to the pre-heated ladles.

Steel ladles are equipped with latest slide gate opening system. Temperature of the

molten metal in the ladle is measured to ensure correct temperature at the continuous

casting machine.

The liquid metal is then poured from ladle to the tundish and then to the water cooled

copper mold on continuous casting machine.

The billet formation takes place by solidification of the molten steel due to water cooling.

Billets of 100 mm square comes out of the continuous casting machine which are cut to

the required length by gas cutting and are again subjected to stringent quality inspection

and stacked according to color codes specified by BIS.

The Billets are further rolled and converted into constructional steel of various Sections

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Process flow diagram – Billets



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Process Flow Diagram of Bar:



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2.7.2 Manufacturing Procure:

Basic raw materials i.e. Iron/steel Scrap are sourced from other manufacturing units with scrap as a

by-product and suppliers & vendors of market. Inspection of incoming raw material is conducted in

the inspection yard and rejection are returned to the vendors and accepted material is stored in the

respective raw material yard in order to make the particular lot / batch as per the demand of the

market. The scrap is then charged into the Induction Furnace. The scrap in the induction furnace is

heated till its 1600 degree Celsius. At this temperature, the scrap is now converted into liquid mass

form and during this process the slag and other impurities/ foreign materials are being removed

which is floating on top of the melted mass. Rich minerals such as aluminium, silicon, manganese, etc

are added at this stage to make the metal of the desired grade at this stage. Liquid mass is

transferred to ladle followed by Continuous Casting Machine where hot billets are formed. After

cooling the finished product i.e. Iron & steel Billets are shifted to storage and then it goes to the rolling

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2.7.3 Mass Balance



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2.7.4 Scrap Purchase Management

As MS scrap is a by-product, it's been procured from various manufacturers like casting,

forging, machining and other units. Therefore, the scraps procured from these factories are of



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top quality and is clean and ready to be used. The ratio of this would be 90%. The material

procured from small to medium scrap collectors has some dust and other undesired materials

in them like plastic, rubber and paint. The quantity of the same is negligible and is cleaned in

the scrap cleaning phase.

2.7.5 Standard Procedures for handling Scrap cleaning/sorting process for removal of

foreign materials

Unskilled labours are employed directly or indirectly in the company to segregate the 20% scrap

procured from small & medium collectors of scrap. The steps of the same go as follows: (SOP)

A. Scrap is to be primarily inspected in vehicle before unloading.

B. The scrap to be unloaded into the observation area if the material is found as per

standards. If not, return the material.

C. Detailed observation is to be made and all the undesired material to be identified and

red tagged.

D. Identified undesired material to be removed and stored in waste storage area and the

clean scrap should be stored in the respective raw material storage yard space

depending on the size and nature of the material.

E. The waste storage area is to be cleaned and the undesired material to be sold back into

the market on a regular basis.

All raw materials like Iron ore, MS scraps will be received and stored in respected closed storage

shed. Scrap from ship is low carbon and good quality. All raw scraps are separated by magnetic

separator to remove foreign particle. Separated scrap is manually examined for removal of

painted, oily and dirty residual scrap. Such scrap is sorted out. After sorting scrap will be sent for

cleaning section where scrap will be cleaned manually by wire brush and compress air.

Separated scrap is then crushed to make homogeneous block. These block of metal finally feed

to induction furnace for melting. Maximum one month raw material inventory will be maintained in

the plant for continuous operation.

2.7.6 Technology Advantage of Induction Furnace:

Technology provides Iron shunts which cover up to 60% of the outside of the coil to ensure

adequate control of the magnetic field and direct mechanical support of the coil. Furnace coil is

manufactured from heavy wall copper tubing to provide strength and large water paths to

ensure adequate cooling to the back of the refractory lining

Furnace coils incorporate low loss stainless steel cooling coils above and below the power coil

to ensure adequate cooling to the back of the refractory lining through the full height. Low

conductivity stainless steel is used to construct the cooling coils to reduce the amount of energy

induced in to cooling section thereby increasing the energy available for melting and reducing

the losses to cooling system. Spacers placed between the coil turns in 16 positions around the



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circumference of the coil ensure rigidity of the coil in the vertical and provide a means for the coil

to “breath”. The coils ability to breath ensures the free passage of moisture from the refractory

lining during the sinter cycle.

Coils are insulated with a proprietary material. The use of this material allows operating with

elevated coil voltages. High coil voltages mean lower currents for the same kilowatt draw

resulting in lower electrical loses. It also means higher voltages are induced into the charge

which enhances the “contact” within the charge levels of power draw.

The power supplies are built into steel enclosures. This ensures all the components,

interconnecting cables and bus bars are installed in the factory prior to delivery. This design

enables to simplify the installation of the equipment and shorten the onsite installation and

commissioning period. This construction ensures the power supply sits on a flat floor and does

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Induction furnaces offer certain advantages over other furnace systems. They include:

Higher Yield. The absence of combustion sources reduces oxidation losses that can be

significant in production economics.

Faster Startup. Full power from the power supply is available, instantaneously, thus

reducing the time to reach working temperature. Cold charge-to-tap times of one to two

hours are common.

Flexibility. No molten metal is necessary to start medium frequency coreless induction

melting equipment. This facilitates repeated cold starting and frequent alloy changes.

Natural Stirring. Medium frequency units can give a strong stirring action resulting in a

homogeneous melt.

Cleaner Melting. No by-products of combustion means a cleaner melting environment

and no associated products of combustion pollution control systems.

Compact Installation. High melting rates can be obtained from small furnaces.

Reduced Refractory. The compact size in relation to melting rate means induction

furnaces require much less refractory than fuel-fired units

Better Working Environment. Induction furnaces are much quieter than gas furnaces,

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Energy Conservation. Overall energy efficiency in induction melting ranges from 55 to 75

percent, and is significantly better than combustion processes.

2.7.7 Solvent Management Plan

There is no solvent used in the process for any of the above products. There is no VOC source

from the manufacturing process and raw materials being used and proposed to be used in the

operation.

2.8 Raw Materials Requirement with Storage and Transportation Details

Mostly all raw materials are available in local market so, they will be purchased from local

market. The convenient transportation medium is used for the transportation of raw materials.

2.9 Project Description

2.9.1 Details of Project Land and Plant Layout Capital

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. has obtained project land in Halol. Land possession document

and non-agricultural (NA) land certificate is enclosed as Annexure. Total available land area of

premises is 43000 m2, out of which 14200 m2 (33.02%) area will be developed for greenbelt. It

may be noted that no additional land will be required for proposed project. Detailed break-up of

land area is given in Table 2-9 and Plant Lay-out is shown in Figure

Table 2-6-Area Break Up

Sr/No. Description Existing Area Proposed Area Percentage (%)

1. Canteen 84.36 - 0.196186

2. Security cabin 72.20 - 0.167907

3. Weigh bridge area 89.33 - 0.207744

4. Admin building 159.10 - 0.37

5. Raw material storage area-2 - 239.44 0.556837

6. Parking area - 163.17 0.379465

7. LPG gas plant 54.56 - 0.126884

8. Production area – 1 722.0 - 1.67907

9. Production area – 2 899.56 - 2.092

10. Raw material storage area - 4 264.25 - 0.614535

11. Raw material storage area – 3 419.025 - 0.974477

12. Production area – 4 265.86 - 0.618279

13. Raw material storage area – 1 - 95.89 0.223

14. DG set area - 44.10 0.102558

15. Pump house area - 39.20 0.091163

16. Cooling tower - 19.72 0.04586

17. RCC water tank area - 12.95 0.030116



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18. RO system area - 22.88 0.053209

19. Scrap yard storage area – 1 185.70 - 0.43186

20. Air & water pollution control

system area

385.70 -

0.896977

21. Scrap yard storage area – 2 150.48 - 0.349953

22. Hazardous waste storage area –

2

192.28 -

0.447163

23. Hazardous waste storage area –

1

90.48 -

0.210419

24. Production area – 6 424.71 - 0.987698

25. Storage area - 121.67 0.282953

26. Toilet existing area - 24.00 0.055814

27. OBC Existing area 262.73 - 0.611

28. Finished goods area – 2 - 1238.30 2.879767

29. Production area – 8 2357.70 - 5.483023

30. Finished goods area – 1 - 1014.37 2.359

31. Production area – 5 472.59 - 1.099047

32. Raw material storage area – 3 - 319.59 0.743233

33. Storage area – 1 - 34.64 0.080558

34. Storage area – 2 - 103.23 0.24007

35. DG set and Electric panel area –

1

- 106.20

0.246977

36. Production area – 3 3295.95 - 7.665

37. Production area – 7 1730.61 - 4.024674

38. Toilet area 31.95 - 0.074302

39. Rest area - 119.14 0.27707

40. Greenbelt 500 13700 33.02

41. Open area 12459 - 28.97442

Total 43000 m2 100 %

There are requirement of resources like water, power, fuel, manpower, plant & machineries,

utilities etc. Details of requirement of such resources for project are described in subsequent

sections under respective headings.

2.9.2 Electricity/Power

Total power requirement for the project will be about 6000 KVA which will be procured from

Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Ltd. (MGVCL).

Table 2-7-Details of Power Consumption

Sr. No. Source Total



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1. MGVCL 6000 KVA

2. D.G. Set 1000 KVA x 1 Nos

2.9.3 Water

For the proposed project, water is required/ used for domestic activities, greenbelt development

and industrial operations. For the project, water is required for cooling, domestic activities, and

greenbelt development and utility operations. Total water requirement after expansion will be

128 KLD which will be fulfilled by Borewell water.

2.9.4 Fuel

HSD is proposed to be used for heating furnace of rolling mill (Capacity- 15 MT). LDO will be

used as fuel in D. G. Set. The D.G. set shall be operated only during power failure and

emergency. A D.G. set of capacity 1000 KVA has been proposed which will be sufficient to meet

the emergency power requirement for the proposed project. The fuel consumption for the

proposed project is anticipated to be as follows:

Table 2-8- Fuel Consumption Details

Sr. No. Fuel Quantity

1 HSD 200 Litre/Hr

2 LDO 150Litre/Hr.

2.9.5 Manpower

The details of the manpower requirement are anticipated as follows:

Table 2-9- Details of Manpower

Description

Management

Staff

Supervisory

Staff Clerks Worker Total

E P E P E P E P E P

Administration 07 02 04 01 10 03 350 133 375 139

Plant (Production &

other service

personnel)

10 03 15 08 0 0 0 0 21 11

Total 17 05 19 09 10 03 350 133 546

Note: E: Existing

P: Proposed

T: Total



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2.9.6 Plant Machineries & Utilities

List of plant machineries required for the proposed project is given in Table

Table 2-10- Details of Plant Machineries

Sr. No.

Equipment Quantity

Type Capacity Existing Proposed

1 Induction Furnace

01 Nil Medium

Frequency induction furnace

15 MT

2 A.O.D 02 Nil - 25 MT

3 C.C.M 01 Nil - 25 MT

4 Cranes 03 01 EOT Existing –50 MT/ 10

MT/ 30 MT Proposed - 40 MT

5 Rolling Mill 01 Nil - 18 inch

6 Gas Plant 01 Nil - To manufacture

oxygen and nitrogen

7 Wind Mills for

Power Generation

03 Nil Suzlon Co. 0.6MW+1.5MW+2.1

MW

2.9.7 Potential and Proposed Control Measures

There are possibilities of pollution from the proposed project due to domestic & industrial

wastewater generation & disposal, gaseous emission from process, flue gas emission from

utilities, fugitive emission, noise and hazardous waste generation &disposal. The said probable

pollutions are described below under respective heading with necessary details and mitigation

measures.

2.9.8 Water Pollution

The source of water is Bore well. Total fresh water requirement for the proposed project after

expansion will be 95.00 KLD out of which 25.0 KLD will be used for domestic use and 70 KLD for

industrial purposes. About 20 KLD of sewage will be generated, which will be disposed through

STP. Total water requirement for Gardening is 33 KLD, Hence 33 KLD of waste water generated

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2.9.8.1 Water Balance

Domestic Wastewater: About 20 KLD of sewage will be generated, which will be disposed

through STP.

Industrial Wastewater: Total 38 KLD will be generated from industrial wastewater.

Table 2-11- Stream wise fresh water consumption & wastewater generation

Sr.

No. Purpose

Water Consumption, KLD Wastewater Generation, KLD

Existing Proposed Total Existing Proposed Total

1 Domestic 10.0 15.0 25.0 8.0 12.0 20.0

2 Gardening/Dust

suppression - - - 0.0 0.0 0.0

3 Industrial

a. Process 5.0 20.0 25.0 3.0 20.0 23.0

b. Washing 5.0 10.0 15.0 5.0 7.0 12.0

c. Cooling 10.0 20.0 30.0 1.0 2.0 3.0

Total (Industrial) 20.0 50.0 70.0 9.0 29.0 38.0

Total (1+2+3) 30.0 65.0 95.0 17.0 41.0 58.0

*Total water requirement for Gardening is 33 KLD, Hence 33 KLD of waste water

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Figure 2-4 - Water Balance Diagram

2.9.8.2 Industrial Wastewater Treatment

Details of Effluent Treatment Plant

M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. shall have an Effluent treatment plant consisting of primary,

Secondary & Tertiary units with the capacity of treating effluent up to 38 KLD. The treated

effluent shall be reused for gardening purpose. The details of ETP are as follows.

As can be seen from the manufacturing process of the course of waste water generation

is from pickling process and cooling blow-down along with softening regeneration water.

Stream from rinsing of pickling bath will be collected in separate acid proof brick lined

collection cum equalization tank.

The stream will be then subjected to physico –chemical treatment for precipitation of

metallic salts in its hydroxide form through raising the pH to @ 9 to 9.5.

The physico chemically treated mass will be pumped to plate and frame type filter-press

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The wet cake from the filter press will be periodically removed and it will be dried and

stored in a sludge storage area for the final disposal to authorized TSDF site.

The clear supernatant from the filter press will be collected in intermediate treated water

sump and where stream or cooling bleed-off along with softening regeneration water will

be received and pH of waste water will be corrected to neutral by addition of mineral

acid, in case of need.

The final neutralized treated effluent will be then utilized as makeup water of direct

cooling of sections of rods from rolling mill.

Table 2-12-Details of Effluent Treatment Units

Sr.

No. Name of Unit Nos. Effective Volume

1 Collection tank 01 5.0 x 2.5 x 3.5m depth

2 Dosing tank 02 1 m3 each

3 Hopper Bottom Settling Tank (Primary) 01 1.5 x 1.5 x 3.05 m depth

4 Aeration Tank with MBBR media 01 3.0 x 3.0 x 4.5 m depth

5. Hopper Bottom Settling Tank

(Secondary) 01 1.5 x 1.5 x 3.05 m depth

6. Final Collection tank (Treated) 01 1.5 x 1.5 x 2.0 m depth

7. Sludge Drying Beds 03 3.0 x 2.0 x 1.0 m each

8. Sand/Activated carbon filter 02 1.0m dia x 2.0m Height each



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Figure 2-5-Schematic Flow Diagram of Effluent Treatment Plant

The Industrial effluent generated from unit will be 38 KL/day. Hence, the suitability of quality and

quantity of process effluent re-using into gardening. The unit is proposing to maintain the

adequate storage capacity to handle for five days generation of effluent from Iron & Steel Billets

manufacturing. The schematic flow diagram is shown here for process effluent management.

Figure 2-6-Schematic Diagram of Industrial Effluent Management:

The effluent quality of process effluent from Utilities is summarized below in Table

Sr. No Parameters Primary Treatment

Secondary Treatment

Tertiary Treatment

Final

Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet

1. pH 5.9 7.2 7.2 7.3 7.3 6.9 6.9

2. TDS 713 950 950 940 940 600 600

3. Suspended Solids

85 45 45 35 35 20 18

Effluent Generation from

industrial processes

37 KL/Day: Low TDS

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4. COD 405 235 235 24 24 16 15

5. BOD 78 58 58 18 18 12 11

6. NH-N 3.50 0.50 0.50 ND ND ND ND

7. Heavy Metal 8.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

NOTE

Alkali Dosing up to pH 9 to 10 than add and PAC up to pH 7 to 8 than settling and separate sludge if any

Prior sludge process adopting MBBR Technology

Sand and carbon filter system

Details of hazardous wastes enclosed herewith (Schematic)

2.9.8.3 Spillage & Waste streams Management:

The spillages from Diesel storage will be prevented by dyke wall. The spillage and leakages

from pumps, pipe assembly and storage tank will be transferred back to storage tank or day

tank.

2.9.9 Air Pollution

In this proposed project, process gas and flue gas emission will be the main source of air

pollution. There will be chances of fugitive emission due to raw material handling and

transportation and manufacturing activity.

2.9.10 Process Emission

Process emissions are from AOD unit.

Table 2-13-Details of process emissions

Sr. no.

Specific Source of emission (Name of the Product & Process)

Type of emission

Stack/Vent Height (meter)

Air Pollution Control Measures (APCM)

1 Stack Attached to AOD unit

Particulate matter

36 Hood + heat exchanger followed by Bag filter

2.9.11 Flue Gas Emission

Gaseous emissions from Heating furnace of rolling mills anticipated. HSD shall be used as fuel.

The other gaseous emission from the proposed project is the flue gas emission from the stack

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used during emergency purposes only. The table below shows the sources of the air pollution

with the air pollutant emitted from the sources.

Table 2-14- Details of Flue Gas Stacks

Sr. no.

Source of emission

With Capacity

Stack Height (meter)

Type of Fuel

Quantity of Fuel

MT/Day

Type of emissions i.e. Air Pollutants

Air Pollution Control

Measures (APCM)

1 Heating furnace of rolling mill

36 HSD 200L/Hr

PM, SOx, NOx

Bag Filter

2 D.G. Set (1000 kVA)

18 LDO 150L/hr Acoustic Enclosure with stack

2.9.11.1 Details of Air Pollution Control Measures

Details of scrubber for pickling section

Type of Scrubber

Height (in

MM)

Diameter (in MM)

Pack Column (in MM)

Media Flow Rate

(LPM)

Gas Inlet (m3)

Absorbing Media

Final Concentration

Tank Volume (in KL)

MOC

Primary 3000 300 2500 200 5.0 Water 20-24% and to be sold

10 - 15 M.S

Secondary 2000 100 1600 30 0.1 Water

10% to be taken in primary scrubber

0.5 M.S

Details of Bag Filters (APCM):

Sr. No Details Quantity

1. No of bags 528

2. Modules arrangements 4 compartments

3. Material of bags Polyester Needle Felt

4. Gas Handling Capacity 16200m3/hr

5. Inlet Concentration of dust PM10‐1600 PPM

6. Stack concentration of dust 80 PPM

7. Inlet Temperature before air cooler 200‐250°C

8. Inlet Temperature after air cooler 100‐120°C

9. On air supply 50 m3/hr

10. Length of duct line 80 m

11. Motor capacity 200 kW



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2.9.12 Fugitive Emissions

There are two sources of fugitive emission (1) from process and (2) Vehicular emission, hence,

the suction hood on each induction furnace will be provided with duct guided to proposed

Reverse Pulse jet Bag filters to each induction furnace. The suction hood will be guided to top

of the induction furnace Crucible lid. The air above lid will be under pressure to suction hood to

control the fugitive emission beyond the work zone area.

Fugitive emission from (2) Vehicular emission due to Nos. of vehicles transportation per day

for handling raw materials and finished products, Slags, Dust bags from Bag Filters

A. Finish Goods: Equivalent vehicles per day: 10 Trucks per day

B. Raw Material: 100393 MT/ 25 MT truck = (4016 trucks/Year)/12 Months/30 Days

=11-12 Trucks per day.

C. Slag: 1 Truck load every fifteen days

D. Dust Bags:1 Truck load every fifteen days

Total Truck load estimates will be @ 22 nos. per day.

Periodical work zone monitoring will be carried out once in six months for 8 hrs and 15 minutes

for parameters PM10, SO2 and other parameters as per the Factories Act.

Sr.No. Name of

location

No. of

location

Frequency Parameter

Time

duration

of

sampling

Benefit of

workplace

monitoring

1. Raw material

storage area-1 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2 ,NO2 8 hrs

Periodic check

of pollutants in

work place

environment to

control the

pollution and

to ensure that

working

environment is

safe to work

2. Raw material

storage area-2 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2, NO2 8 hrs

3. Production

Area-1 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2, NO2 8 hrs

4. Production

Area-2 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2, NO2 8 hrs

5. Production

Area-3 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2, NO2 8 hrs

6. Production

Area-4 1

Six

monthly

Total dust ,

SO2, NO2 8 hrs

Fugitive emission is air pollutants released to the air other than those from stacks or

vents; typically releases from leaks in plant equipment, etc. Typical sources of fugitive

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- Loading and Unloading operations of materials

- Raw material, waste and product storage area

- Transfer of raw materials from the point of extraction to storage, handling and processing

locations along roads

- Wind blow across exposed surfaces – inactive or undisturbed wind erosion

- Internal roads

Following are the control measures will be adopted to prevent secondary fugitive emission,

Enclosures for all unloading operations

Spraying of water prior and during loading

Fully enclosed transfer point

Dust extraction system at all transfer points

All the internal road will be paved

Limiting the vehicles speed

Proper housekeeping

Airborne dust shall be controlled through wetting of road

Green belt will be developed in and around the plant area to arrest the fugitive emissions.

All the workers shall be provided with disposable dust mask.

2.9.13 Solid/Hazardous Waste

The details of hazardous waste generation and handling / management are given in Table

Table 2-15-Details of Hazardous waste

Sr. no.

Type/ Name of Hazardous waste

Specific Source of generation (Name of the Activity, Product etc.)

Category and Schedule as per HW Rules.

Quantity (MT/Annum)

Management of HW

Existing Proposed

Total

1 Used oil

Machinery Lubrication

5.1 0.5 MT/year

- 0.5 MT/year

Collection, Storage and sell to Authorized User

2

Discarded container/ Barrel/ Liner

From Raw Material Section

33.1 2 MT/Year

- 2 MT/Year

Collection, storage, reuse and disposal at decontamination facility or by sent to suppliers

3. Acid residue from

Pickling Section

12.1 0.1 MT/Year

0.075 MT/ Year

0.175 MT/Year

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pickling Disposal at TSDF site

4. Fuel gas cleaning residue

From heating

11.4 12 MT/Year

10 MT/ Year

22 MT/Year

Collection, Storage, Transportation and Disposal at TSDF site

5. ETP Sludge From ETP 35.3 0 10 MT/Year

10 MT/Year

Collection, Storage, Transportation and Disposal at TSDF site

Solid waste generation such as slag / iron residue while using iron / steel scrap will be @

500/- MT/year. it will be re-melt (as possible) final residue be given for filling up in low lying

area, construction or roads etc/ sale to actual end users. The drums will be collected by workers

and will be stored in storage yard in stacking.

2.9.14 Noise & Vibration

Noise is generated due to the operation of D.G. set in the proposed project. However, D.G. set

is kept as standby and no other source of noise. However, unit has taken following adequate

precautionary measure for noise and vibration control.

Latest technology based low noise D.G. set with acoustic enclosures is installed.

All the vibrating parts are checked periodically and serviced to reduce the noise generation. The

equipment, which generates excessive noise, is provided with enclosures.

Proper and timely oiling, lubrication and preventive maintenance is carried out for the

machineries and equipment’s to reduce noise generation.

Ear muffs/ earplugs are also provided to the workers working under high noise area to minimize

the adverse effect on their health.

To reduce the noise generation during the transportation activities the transport contractor is

instructed to keep vehicle periodically serviced and maintain as per the requirement of latest

trend in automobile industry. Only those vehicles with valid PUC’s will be allowed for the

transportation purpose.

The transport contractor is also informed to avoid unnecessary speeding of vehicles inside the

premises.

Noise monitoring is done regularly at prominent places in the plant.

The proposed greenbelt area helps to prevent the noise pollution outside the premises.

2.10 Analysis of alternatives (technology & site)

The project proponent is in the business of manufacturing Steel Billets at premises 213/1, 213/2,

212/1, 212/2, 184, 185, 186/1, 183/1, 183/2, 183/3, 182/1,214/1,214/3 At Madhwas, Halol Kalol

Road, Taluka: Kalol, Dist. Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat .M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. has



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already obtained the Consent to Operate for manufacturing 28,000 MTPA for Integrated steel.

Now, with the same location with advantages of vicinity to Steel markets, raw materials

availability, infrastructure facilities, connectivity with National & State Highways, the proposed

project activity will have advantage over green Field Project activity.

2.11 Fire & Safety details

Unit proposed the fire water storage tank and water hydrant system in the proposed plant area

to control the fire emergency. The PPEs will be provided to the work zone area with adequate

numbers with first aid facilities at work place and office area.

2.12 Odour Source and its Control

No specific chemical or group of chemicals is having potential odour sources.

2.13 Records of any legal breach of Environmental laws & GFR1963

The unit will be establishing in Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka: Kalol, Dist. Panchmahal –

389330. The unit has obtained the Consent to operate approval from Gujarat Pollution Control

Board for manufacturing integrated steel of 28,000 MTPA capacity. The Compliance for CCA

conditions is addressed in Table 7.1 of Chapter 7. The valid CCA documents are annexed as

Annexure

Following were the Show cause notices received earlier and there compliance status

Table 2-16 – Show cause notices & its compliance status

Sr. No. Notices Status

1. Show cause Notice dated 08.09.2016 Replied on 20.09.2016

2. Show Cause Notice dated 27.10.2016 Replied on 28.11.2016







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Sr. No. Reasons of Show cause Notice Remedial measures taken Status

1. During visit we examine that there

are many breakages in induction

furnace and fugitive emission.

We have repaired to Induction

Furnace Hood.

We have cleared all the fugitive

emissions.

Further we assure you that we will

take care of this in future.

Completed

2. During our visit we found that

suction hood is not in working

condition. Heating furnace of rolling

mill is not working along with the

APCM. Fugitive emission due to

pouting and tapping operation is

found out.

Suction Hood was not working

due to breakdown of motor, which

we have now repaired.

Necessary steps have been taken

to avoid the fugitive emission

during pouring and tapping

operations.

Heating furnace APMC of rolling

mill was under break-down during

visit of the GPCB officials, which

is now repaired.

Completed

3. Analysis report of Ambient air

sample shows parameters are not

within the permissible limit.

Analysis report of ambient air

samples were not found within

permissible limit, because some

of the air bags were damaged,

which are now replaced.

Completed

4. During visit, fugitive emission was

observed during pouring and

tapping operation.

Provided shed was found damaged

at certain places resulting into

fugitive emissions even outside the

shed.

Necessary steps have been taken

to avoid the fugitive emission

during pouring and tapping

operations.

Some of the sheets of the melting

shed were damaged, which are

now replaced.

Completed

5. You have no CCA for electric

induction furnace of 12MT

capacities.

Flooring of all around the pickling

are is found with acidic patches due

to leakage/spillages of acid.

We have two crucibles with one

electric panel at our factory. At a

time we can operate only one

crucible. And we have already

covered one furnace in our CCA.

If it is required, we will apply for

amendment in the CCA for

additional crucible.

Completed



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6. During visit it was observed that :

You have not provided secondary

fume extraction system for control

fugitive emission, hence fugitive

emission is observed from furnace

and AOD converter section.

Generated slag from furnaces is

stored in huge quantity in various

area, within premises and not

disposed to TSDF as per consent

condition.

Oil spillages near compressor area

is observed and @5 drums of 200 lit

filled of waste oil/used oil and @400

lit waste oil/used oil in R.C.C.

storage tank near compressor area

are observed and disposal record of

same is not maintained.

You have not obtained CCA for

electric induction furnace of 12MT

and 15 MT capacities.

Work regarding providing

secondary fume extraction system

for control fugitive emission is in

progress and will complete within

this month.

Now slag does not falls under the

Hazardous/Solid waste.

Spillage of oil is rectified.

We have only one Induction

furnace but crucible is two having

capacity of 12 MT and 15MT, but

casting capacity is not changed.

i.e.2.5MT/Hrs.

Environmental Clearance

Application work is in progress.

Completed

2.14 Incident occurred in last 3 years

Date of incident 16.11.19

Time: - 11:15 PM

The temperature of liquid

metal: - 1400 degree

Description of Accident

On dated 16.11.19 at about 11:15 pm the metal was

transferred from induction to the ladle while transferring the

metal from ladle to the AOD the rope of the EOD broke due to

which the ladle along with the metal fell over the AOD which

resulted in the explosion of the metal

Cause Accident

The rope lost its strength and it broke which lead to ladle

instability which caused liquid metal eventually few in the pit

and coursed blast and fire.

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Table of Contents

3 CHAPTER 3 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT ...................................................... 1 3 Chapter 3 Description of the Environment ..................................................................... 66

3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 66 3.2 Methodology ............................................................................................................ 66 3.3 Geology .................................................................................................................... 68 3.3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 68 3.3.2 Geological Formations.............................................................................. 69 3.3.3 Geomorphology ......................................................................................... 70

3.3.4 Drainage ..................................................................................................... 71

3.3.5 Soils ............................................................................................................ 71 3.3.6 Climatology ................................................................................................ 72

3.3.7 Land use ..................................................................................................... 72

3.3.8 Seismicity of the Study Area .................................................................... 75 3.3.9 Ground Water Scenario ............................................................................ 75

3.3.10 Ground Water Monitoring ......................................................................... 76 3.4 Meteorology ............................................................................................................. 80 3.4.1 Met Data generated at site ........................................................................ 81 3.4.2 Wind Rose .................................................................................................. 81 3.5 Ambient Air Quality ................................................................................................. 82 3.5.1 Reconnaissance: ....................................................................................... 82 3.5.2 Methodology for air Monitoring: .............................................................. 83 3.5.3 Selection of Stations for Sampling: ......................................................... 83

3.5.4 Observations on Ambient Quality ............................................................ 87 3.6 Noise Environment .................................................................................................. 90 3.6.1 Reconnaissance ........................................................................................ 90

3.6.2 Methodology for Noise Monitoring .......................................................... 90 3.6.3 Noise Monitoring Locations ..................................................................... 90 3.7 Water Environment .................................................................................................. 93 3.7.1 Ground Water Quality: .............................................................................. 94

3.7.2 Surface Water Quality: .............................................................................. 98 3.8 Soil Environment ................................................................................................... 103 3.8.1 Methodology ............................................................................................ 103 3.8.2 Soil Sampling Locations ......................................................................... 103 3.8.3 Analysis of Soil Samples ........................................................................ 104 3.9 Biological Environment ......................................................................................... 106 3.9.1 Flora & Fauna observed in the Study area ............................................ 106 3.9.2 Wildlife and Protected Area Network:.................................................... 111 3.10 Socio Economic Environment .............................................................................. 113 3.10.1 Population and Sex Ratio ....................................................................... 115 3.10.2 Social Structure: ...................................................................................... 116 3.10.3 Literacy..................................................................................................... 117 3.10.4 Occupational Pattern .............................................................................. 118 3.11 Traffic Study........................................................................................................... 122



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List of Tables Table 3-1 Location Details, Period and Methodology of Baseline Data Generation ...........66 Table 3-2 Lithological Description of the Area ......................................................................69 Table 3-3 Geological Formations ...........................................................................................70 Table 3-4 LULC classification of the Study area ...................................................................72 Table 3-5 Meteorological Data 2019 .......................................................................................80 Table 3-6 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations ...........................................................84 Table 3-7 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results (24-hour average) .................................85 Table 3-8 National Ambient Air Quality Standards and Methods of Measurement ............87 Table 3-9 Ambient Noise Quality Monitoring Locations .......................................................91 Table 3-10 Applicable Noise Standards .................................................................................93 Table 3-11 Ground Water Sampling Locations .....................................................................95 Table 3-12 Ground Water Quality in the Study Area .............................................................96 Table 3-13 Surface Water Sampling Locations .....................................................................99 Table 3-14 Surface Water Quality in the Study Area ........................................................... 100 Table 3-15 Standard Water Quality Criteria ......................................................................... 102 Table 3-16 Soil Sampling Locations .................................................................................... 104 Table 3-17 Physiochemical Characteristics of Soil ............................................................ 105 Table 3-18 List of Trees in the Study Area .......................................................................... 106 Table 3-19 List of Fauna in study area ................................................................................. 109 Table 3-20 List of National Park of Gujarat.......................................................................... 112 Table 3-21 List of Sanctuaries of Gujarat ............................................................................ 112 Table 3-22 List of villages present in the study area .......................................................... 115 Table 3-23 Village-wise details of Population ..................................................................... 115 Table 3-24Social Distribution ............................................................................................... 116 Table 3-25 Literacy Rate ....................................................................................................... 117 Table 3-26 Occupational Pattern .......................................................................................... 120 Table 3-27 Traffic Study Report ........................................................................................... 123

List of Figures Figure 3-1Location Map of Study area ...................................................................................68 Figure 3-4Wind rose diagram (Jan '20 to Mar '20) ................................................................82 Figure 3-5Environment Monitoring Location Map ................................................................84 Figure 3-6Graphical representation of PM10 concentration at different locations ............88 Figure 3-7Graphical representation of PM2.5 concentration at different locations .............88 Figure 3-8Graphical representation of SO2 concentration at different locations ...............89 Figure 3-9Graphical representation of NO2 concentration at different locations ...............90 Figure 3-10Google Image showing Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations ..........................91 Figure 3-11Graphical Representation of Day time Noise Level in the study area ..............92 Figure 3-12 Graphical Representation of Night time Noise Level in the study area ...........93 Figure 3-13 Google Image showing Ground Water Monitoring Locations ..........................95



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Figure 3-14Google Image showing Surface Water Monitoring Locations...........................99 Figure 3-15Google Image showing Soil Sampling Location .............................................. 104 Figure 3-16Forest Vegetation Map of Gujarat ..................................................................... 112 Figure 3-17Villages within 10 km radius .............................................................................. 114 Figure 3-18Population of the study area ............................................................................. 116 Figure 3-19Social profile of the study area ......................................................................... 117 Figure 3-20Population Literacy of the study area ............................................................... 118 Figure 3-21Occupational Pattern of the study area ............................................................ 122



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3 Chapter 3 Description of the Environment

3.1 Introduction

The baseline environmental qualities of various environmental components like air, noise,

water, land, flora and fauna and socio-economic form an important and integral part of an EIA

study. The baseline data forms the basis for predicting/assessing the environmental impacts of

the proposed project. The baseline environmental quality is assessed through field surveys

within the impact zone as well as the secondary data for various components of the

environment, viz., air, noise, water,land and socio-economic.

The proposed project is to be located 213/ 1, 213/2, 212/1, 212/2, 184, 185, 186/1, 183/1,

183/2, 183/3, 182/1, 214/1, 214/3 - Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka : Kalol, District :

Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat. Nearest town is Halol @ 7.3 Kms.

The report presents the data collected during the sampling period of three months during post

monsoon season from January ’2020 to March’2020 by Green Circle Inc. Various

environmental components were monitored and samples were analyzed.

The baseline quality of various components of the environment viz., air, noise, water, land,

biology, meteorological and socio- economic was assessed within the impact zone of about 10

km around the proposed site. Secondary data has also been incorporated from authentic

sources viz., Government/Non-Governmental Agencies, Universities, Indian Meteorological

Department (IMD), Ground Water Board etc. Various environmental components were

monitored and samples were analyzed.

3.2 Methodology

The methodology for conducting the baseline environmental survey has been obtained from

the guidelines provided in the “EIA Guidance Manual for Synthetic Organic Chemicals Industry”

issued by the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC). Environmental

attributes and frequency of monitoring is given below in table:

Table 3-1 Location Details, Period and Methodology of Baseline Data Generation

Sr.

No. Attribute Parameters

No. of

Sampling

Locations

Frequency of

Monitoring / Data

Collection

1 Meteorology

Wind speed & direction,

temperature, relative

humidity, rainfall.

Project Site Data collected from

IMD

2 Ambient air

quality

PM10,PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO,

NH3, HC, Pb, Ozone,

Benzene, Benzopyrene,

Arsenic, Nickel.

8

24 hourly samples

twice a week. CO and

O38 hourly samples

twice a week.



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Sr.


No. of

Sampling

Locations

Frequency of

Monitoring / Data

Collection

3 Noise levels Noise levels in dB(A) Leq 8

At least one day in a

season for day time

and night time on a

working & nonworking

day.

4 Surface water

quality

Physical, chemical and

bacteriological parameters

including pH, temperature,

turbidity, magnesium

hardness, total alkalinity,

chloride, sulphates, fluoride,

salinity, DO, BOD, COD,

Heavy metals, Total

coliforms, fecal coliforms,

8 Once in a Monitoring

Period.

5 Groundwater

quality


bacteriological parameters

including pH, temperature,

turbidity, magnesium

hardness, total alkalinity,

chloride, sulphates, fluoride,

salinity, DO, Heavy metals,

Total coliforms, Fecal

coliforms,


Period.

6 Biological

environment Existing flora and fauna. Study Area

Through field visits and

substantiated through

secondary data

sources.

7 Soil

characteristics


biological parameters to

assess agricultural and

afforestation potential

including pH, Permeability,

Electrical conductivity,

Nitrites,

Phosphates, TPH, Fluorides,

Heavy metals, SAR, Total

hydrocarbons and cat-ion

exchange capacity.


Period.

8 Land use /

Land Cover

Land use for different land

use Classifications. Study Area

Land use / Land Cover

Analysis using satellite

imaging and GIS

Technique



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Sr.


No. of

Sampling

Locations

Frequency of

Monitoring / Data

Collection

9 Socio-economic

Environment

Socio-economic

characteristics, labourforce

characteristics, population

statistics proposed amenities

in the study area and quality

of life.

Study Area

Based on field survey

and data collected from

Census of India

(Source: Google Earth Image)

Figure 3-1 Location Map of Study area

3.3 Geology

3.3.1 Introduction

Geologically the Panchmahal District comprises of Igneous & Metamorphic rocks viz. Phyllites,

Quartzites & Schists, which are seen towards the Northern Eastern & Southern part of the

district, whereas Granite & Deccan Trap Basalt is exposed in the Central, Western & South-

Eastern part of the District. Deccan Trap at some places is overlain by alluvium.



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The study area comprises of Flood plain and channel deposits of Katpur formation. Figure 3.10

depicts the general surface geology of the study area and Table 3.10 shows the lithological

description.

Table 3-2 Lithological Description of the Area

Formation Age Lithology Katpur Holocene Flood plain and channel fill deposits

Figure 3-2 Lithology of the Area

3.3.2 Geological Formations

Geologically, Panchamahal district is the manifestation of diverse geological extension from

Lower Proterozoic to Holocene with different rock types such as granitic to basalt and

limestone to alluvium. The oldest formation in the area is Aravalli Supergroup comprises of

various meta-sediments belongs to Lower Proterozoic. The post-Delhi intrusive, Godhra granite

and gneisses were intruded into older Aravalli. Both Aravallis and granite-gneiss have

undergone many orogenic movement. They are overlain at places by Lower cretaceous fluvial

and marine sequences, namely Bagh beds and Lametas. Lower Cretaceous rocks are overlain

by Deccan basalts, extrusive rock formation; occur as sporadic exposure in the form of

cappings over older rocks. The youngest formation found in the district is the alluvium, occur as

pediments, sand dunes, valley fills and flood plain as isolated patches.

Aravalli Supergroup: It comprises of Meta sediments, divided in to three major group such as:

Udaipur group, Lunawada group, Champaner group.



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The Udaipur group of rocks (Balicha formation) is exposed in the east of the Santrampur as a

narrow belt and comprises of Phyllite, mica schist and quartzite. It is overlain by Lunawada

group of rocks, which comprises of Phyllite, mica schist, meta-sub-greywacke, chlorite schist,

phyllite quartzite, protoquartzite and minor bands of dolomite.

Table 3-3 Geological Formations

3.3.3 Geomorphology

Panchmahals is a district in the western India and in the eastern part of Gujarat state. The district

can be divided into two main physiographical sub-divisions. The entire northern and eastern

portion comprising mainly of Jhalod, Dohad, Lunavada, Santampur, Limkheda and Devgad-

Bariatalukas and Jambughoda, covered by hills and forests and interspersed by plain cultivable

land. Kalol, Shehera, Godhra and Halol talukas and parts of Lunavada taluka are the plains rising

gradually to the east and is drained by rivers and interspersed by sprinklings of low hills. Below

figure shows various geomorphic units in the study area. The district has high variation in

topography which represents the diverse geological condition. The western part of the district

constitute Pediplain, composed of weathered, unconsolidated medium to coarse grained material

having gentle to moderate slope. There are scattered alluvial deposits such as flood plain, valley

fills etc formed along major river courses composed of clay, silt, sand, gravel and kankar deposits

with gentle slope. There are small scattered sedimentary and volcanic dissected hills. Pavagadh

hills, south of the district near Halol, rises abruptly to a height of 829.36m amsl and is with high

relief and steep slopes. The northern, eastern and southern part of the district have undulated

topography ranging the elevation more than 400m, constitute moderately to highly dissected hills

of Aravallis range. They have high relief and steep slopes. The area occupies by the quartzite

has an undulating topography where as phyllite and mica schist occupy broad intermontane

valley. The southern border of the district is marked by a hill range with roughly east – west and

forms a surface water divide particularly between Narmada and Mahi basin. As represented by



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the map, kalol mostly has alluvium or alluvial plains. Nearby area has either alluvium, sandstone

or Mica phyllite schist.

Figure 3-3 Geomorphology of the study area

3.3.4 Drainage

The entire district except parts of the Jambughoda and Halol talukas, forms a part of the Mahi

river basin. The Mahi is a perennial river, enters the district from North West near Khedapa and

departs near Timba in the western part. It has a length of about 126m in the district. Almost

other rivers are namely Panam, Hadap, Goma, Kharad, Mesari, Chikni, Kun, Anas, Kali,

Machchhan Chibata and Suki river are tributary of the mahi river. Out of these, only Panam and

Hadaf are only perennial. All the rivers originate in the eastern highland and flow towards west

direction to the Arabian Sea. The flow of the water in the rivers is more during the rainy season.

The drainage is dendrite to sub-dendrite type. A dendritic drainage pattern is the most common

form and looks like the branching pattern of tree roots. It develops in regions underlain by

homogeneous material. That is, the subsurface geology has a similar resistance to weathering

so there is no apparent control over the direction the tributaries take.

3.3.5 Soils

The soil of the district can be divided broadly into three categories depending upon the source

rock, namely the phyllite, granites and basalts. The granite normally gives rise to sandy soil but

where weathering is intense, sandy loam is produced. The phyllite produced yellowish brown

light soils but where weathering is deep, black soil produced. The basaltic rock gives rise to

variegated soil depending upon the degree of weathering. The first stage of weathering

produce light soil with splinters of murum where as in the second stage medium soil of light

brown to brownish black color are produced. These medium soils are more than a meter depth.

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become sticky when saturated. They have high fertility value. In the study area, mostly alluvium

is present.

3.3.6 Climatology

Panchmahal district is located in east of Gujarat, comes under heavy rainfall areas in Gujarat,

having sub-tropical climate with moderately low humidity. The main seasons prevailing in the

district are (a) monsoon - mid of June to October, (b) winter - November to February, and (c)

summer – March to June. The maximum daily temperature during the year ranges from 27.7 °C

in January to 39.7 °C in May while minimum temperature ranges from 11.9 °C in January to

25.6°C in May. Maximum humidity ranges from 98.2 % to 79.6 % while minimum range is from

28 to 83.5 %. The wind speed ranges from 105.2 to 479.6 km/day, whereas evapo -

transpiration ranges from 3.4 to 11.1 mm/day.

3.3.7 Land use

The basic purpose of land use pattern and classification in an EIA study is to identify the

manner in which different parts of land in an area are being utilized or not utilized. Remote

sensing data provides reliable accurate baseline information for land use mapping, as it is a

rapid method of acquiring up to date information of over a large geographical area.

A systematic digital image interpretation approach was used to delineate the land use

classes. The present study was focused on demarcating boundaries of different land use

and land cover unit from an analysis of different types of colour registrations of land use and

land cover unit s from satellite imagery. Data used in the land use map preparation is the

satellite imagery of Indian Remote Sensing Satellite (IRS-ID, sensor P6, LISS III) of 24 m

resolution.

Table 3-4 LULC classification of the Study area

LULC Class Area in Ha. % of Area

Agriculture Land 22322.52 71.08%

Canal 277.31 0.88%

Pond/Lake 154.70 0.49%

Settlement 917.07 2.92%

Urban Built Up 714.83 2.28%

River 546.39 1.74%

Open Scrub Land 2714.69 8.64%

Fallow Land 1331.75 4.24%

Industry 2426.93 7.73%

Total 31406.19 100 %



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71%1%

0%

3%

2%

2%9%

4%8%

LULC Classification

Agriculture Land

Canal

Pond/Lake

Settlement

Urban Built Up

River

Open Scrub Land

Fallow Land

Industry

Figure 3-4 LULC Classification



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Figure 3-5 LULC Map of the Study Area



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3.3.8 Seismicity of the Study Area

In seismology, a seismic zone or seismic belt is an area of seismicity potentially sharing a

common cause. It may also be a region on a map for which a common areal rate of seismicity

is assumed for the purpose of calculating probabilistic ground motions. An obsolete definition is

a region on a map in which a common level of seismic design is required. The study area falls

in Zone III in seismic zoning map of India, which is classified as moderate damage risk zone

(Institute of Seismological Research (ISR), Govt. of Gujarat. Zone III is defined as having a

maximum intensity expected of around MSK Vll, described as “Most people are frightened and

try to run outdoors. Furniture is shifted and may be overturned. Objects fall off the shelves.

Water splashes from containers. Serious damage to older buildings, masonry chimneys

collapse. Small landslides may take place.” This zone is third in severity to zone V (the

highest). Zone III is also referred to as the low to medium damage risk zone. Earthquake is

highly probable in this area primarily attributed to plate tectonic and fault rupture induced by

continuing drift of Indian plate towards the Asian plate. The tectonic elements of the area are

considered capable of generating an earthquake of magnitude 4 on Richter scale.

(Source: www.gujarat.earthquake.gov.in)

3.3.9 Ground Water Scenario

The groundwater in Panchmahal district occurs under confined and unconfined condition.

Unconsolidated shallow alluvium and weathered, jointed and fractured rock support unconfined

aquifers whereas interflow zones of basalts, inter trappean beds, encountered at depth, deep

seated fractures and shear zones give rise to confined conditions. Generally, water level

follows topographic configuration. The hot springs at Tuwa is associated with deep seated

shear zones in the granitic rock with several pegmatite intrusive. The shearing of pegmatites

indicate post pegmatite tectonic activity. As part of the hard rock, phyllites, quartzites, schists,

Figure 3-6 Seismicity of the Study Area

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seismology

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seismicity

http://www.gujarat.earthquake.gov.in/



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basalts, sandstone and limestones are forming aquifers. Alluvium and valley fills materials form

potential aquifers in the vicinity of rivers and piedmont zone but their distribution is patchy with

limited extension, rarely exceeding a few square kilometer in area.

3.3.10 Ground Water Monitoring

Ground water regime monitoring is the basic component of groundwater management and it is

carried out in parts of Panchmahal district through National Hydrograph Network Stations

(NHNS or NHS). NHSs are observation wells, comprising of dug wells and purpose built bore

wells – known as piezometers. There are 19 NHS and 9 piezometers as part of the NHS.

Depth to water level map of pre monsoon and post monsoon period and annual fluctuation of

water level are prepared with data of NHS for year 2012. With available data of systematic and

9 reappraisal hydrogeological surveys carried out in the district. Hydrogeological map is given

below

Figure 3-7 Hydrogrological Map of Panchmahal District

Source: CGWB

3.3.10.1 Depth to water level (Pre Monsoon)

Depth to water level map of Panchmahal district, prepared on the basis of NHS data of May

2012. In most part of the district, the water level ranged in between 5 to 10m, western part of

the Shehra and Godhra taluka has the water level range in between 2 to 5m. On the northern



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part of the Kadana, Khanpur taluka, eastern part of the Morva and parts of the Kalol and

Ghoghamba taluka ranged in between 10 to 20m. An isolated patches in Ghoghamba

talukashown the water level in between 20 to 40m.

Source: CGWB

Figure 3-8 Depth to Water Level (Pre-Monsoon)



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3.3.10.2 Depth to water level (Post Monsoon)

The northern and northwestern part of the district underlain by hard rock formation have water

level in range of 0 to 5m bgl while western part of Lunavada taluka of the district ranged within

5 to 20m bgl. Areas along eastern part of the district from north to south have water levels of 5

to 20m bgl. Isolated patches of 10 to 20m bgl water level observed in the southern part of the

Ghoghamba taluka, western part of the Kalol and Lunawada taluka.

Source: CGWB

Figure 3-9 Depth to Water Level (Post Monsoon)



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3.3.10.3 Water level fluctuation

Water level fluctuation map of the district for May- November 2012 period. In the fluctuation

map, it shown rise in water level in all parts of the district. In the range of morethan 4m shown

in northern part of the Kadana and Khanpur taluka, eastern part of the Santrampur and Morva

Hadaf taluka. Rest part of the district has a rise in water level ranged within 0 to 2 m and 2 to

4m.

Source: CGWB

Figure 3-10 Water Level Fluctuation



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3.4 Meteorology

Micro meteorological data within the study area, during air quality survey period. Meteorological

data recorded during the monitoring period is very useful for proper interpretation of the

baseline information as well as for the input to the predictive air pollutants dispersion models.

Historical data on meteorological parameters will also play an important role in identifying the

general meteorological status of the region. Site specific data can be compared with the

historical data in order to identify changes, which may have taken place due to the rapid

industrialization in the area.

The micro-meteorological parameters regulate the transport and diffusion of pollutants released

into the atmosphere. The principle variables which affect the micrometeorology are horizontal

connective transport (average wind speed and direction), vertical connective transport

(atmospheric stability and inversion conditions) and topography of the area.

The year may broadly be divided into four seasons.

Winter season : December to February

Pre-monsoon season : March to May

Monsoon season : June to September

Post Monsoon season : October to November

Table 3-5 Meteorological Data 2019

Month Maximum

temperature (Deg. C)

Minimum temperature

(Deg. C) Humidity

(%)

Wind Speed

m/s Rainfall

(mm)

January 29 17 30 2.91 0

February 31 19 29 3.19 0

March 36 24 22 3.19 0

April 42 29 22 3.63 2.6

May 42 29 30 5.02 0.4

June 39 29 52 5.44 332.8

July 32 26 73 5.08 517.4

August 29 24 86 4.41 1098.9

September 29 24 87 3.27 896.9

October 32 24 65 2.77 95.6

November 32 23 53 2.25 31.7

December 29 18 43 3.33 0

(Source: https://www.timeanddate.com/weather/)

Observation on Meteorology: The meteorological parameters play a vital role in transport and

dispersion of pollutants in the atmosphere.

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3.4.1 Met Data generated at site

Site specific climatic condition refers to weather conditions comprising of temperature, relative

humidity, wind speed, rainfall, cloud cover etc. This determines the baseline conditions and

probable impacts on environmental parameters with respect to the Project. The site specific

climatic conditions are given below in below table:

Ambient Temperature:

Monthly variations of monthly highest and monthly lowest temperature recorded are as

followed:

- Temperature (oC)

January 2020 February 2020 March 2020

Maximum 28 33 36

Minimum 15 17 20

Average 22 27 29

Precipitation:

Month Precipitation (mm)


Maximum

0.0 0.0 0.0 Minimum

Average

Humidity

Month Humidity (%)


Average 43 27 32

Wind Speed

Month Wind Speed (km/hr)


Maximum 4.3 4.5 5.1

Minimum Calm Calm Calm

Average 3.0 3.1 3.3

(Source: https://www.timeanddate.com/weather/)

3.4.2 Wind Rose

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Wind blowing from NE to SW direction (during Jan 2020 to March 2020).

Blowing from NE to SW

Figure 3-11 Wind rose diagram (Jan '20 to Mar '20)

3.5 Ambient Air Quality

3.5.1 Reconnaissance:

The quality of ambient air depends upon the background concentrations of specific

contaminants, the emission sources and meteorological conditions. The study on baseline



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ambient air quality status in the project area is an essential and primary requirement for

assessing the impacts on air environment due to any proposed developmental activity.

The baseline studies on air environment include identification of specific air pollution

parameters expected to have significant impacts and assessing their existing levels in ambient

air within the impact zone. To assess the baseline status of ambient air quality in the study

area, monitoring is undertaken to ascertain the baseline pollutant concentrations in ambient air.

3.5.2 Methodology for air Monitoring:

AAQM was carried out and AAQM locations were monitored on 24 hourly average bases twice

in a week as per guidelines of CPCB and NAAQS. The conventional and project specific

parameters such as particulate matter PM10 (size less than 10 µm), particulate matter PM2.5

(size less than 2.5µm), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) & Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) were monitored.

3.5.3 Selection of Stations for Sampling:

Depending upon the purpose of the study IS: 5184 (part XIV) lays down various criteria for

selection of sampling stations. For EIA/ EMP, the purpose is to ascertain the baseline pollutant

concentrations in ambient air. Accordingly, the criterion can be selected to ascertain quality of

air on human settlements or environmentally sensitive areas if any located in the 10 km radius

study area.

The locations for AAQM study were selected within the 10 km radius of the proposed plant

installation. Ambient air quality was monitored on 8 locations to generate representative

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Figure 3-12 Environment Monitoring Location Map

Table 3-6 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations

Location code

Name of Location

Distance & Direction from site

Justification Coordinates

AAQ-1 Project site - Project site 22°34'7.37"N, 73°27'25.30"E

AAQ-2 Jetpur 4.11 Km, NNE Upwind 22°36'4.51"N, 73°28'42.09"E

AAQ-3 Kandach 7.84 Km, NE Upwind 22°36'52.79"N, 73°30'54.67"E

AAQ-4 Muvala 2.05 Km, SW Downwind 22°33'9.43"N, 73°26'51.18"E

AAQ-5 Khakhariya 6.95 Km, SW Downwind 22°32'12.13"N, 73°24'0.69"E

AAQ-6 Navaria 3.84 Km, E Lateral 22°34'9.64"N, 73°29'41.26"E

AAQ-7 Chhabapura 6.83 km, SE Cross Wind 22°32'23.29"N, 73°30'55.45"E

AAQ-8 Ratanpura 6.63 Km, NW Upwind 22°35'44.63"N, 73°23'55.49"E



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Table 3-7 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results (24-hour average)

Table 3-8 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results (24 hour Avg.)

Locations PM 10

(µg/m3) PM 2.5

(µg/m3) SO2

(µg/m3) NOx

(µg/m3) CO

(mg/m3) NH3

(µg/ m3) Pb

(µg/m3) O3

(µg/m3) C6H6

(µg/m3) As

(ng/m3)

Ni (ng/m3)

Benzo (a)

Pyrene (ng/m3)

TVOCs (ppm)

AAQ 1

Maximum 75.3 32.5 6.3 12.0 0.27 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 62.4 25.4 4.6 10.0 0.18 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 68.8 31.4 5.9 11.0 0.20 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 74.4 31.8 5.8 11.4 0.23 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ 2

Maximum 70.8 29.7 7.1 11.3 0.34 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 61.3 27.3 6.1 9.7 0.21 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 66.8 28.5 6.7 10.7 0.23 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 70.1 29.1 6.6 10.8 0.33 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ 3

Maximum 65.3 35.9 7.4 11.8 0.28 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 54.1 29.8 4.6 9.9 0.16 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 60.6 33.3 6.1 11.0 0.21 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 64.5 34.5 9.4 11.2 0.24 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ 4

Maximum 81.2 35.1 8.9 15.4 0.30 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 65.3 25.4 7.2 12.4 0.21 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 71.3 31.9 7.8 13.6 0.26 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 80.8 34.5 8.2 14.9 0.28 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ5

Maximum 87.2 37.7 9.8 17.4 0.29 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 69.3 25.4 8.1 13.9 0.17 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 73.2 32.0 9.1 14.6 0.23 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 86.2 37.2 9.2 17.2 0.25 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ6

Maximum 65.5 32.4 6.3 13.1 0.28 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 54.3 25.4 4.7 10.9 0.17 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 60.8 29.7 5.3 12.2 0.23 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 64.8 32.1 5.9 12.8 0.24 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ7 Maximum 59.8 32.4 6.5 12.0 0.22 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL



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Table 3-8 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results (24 hour Avg.)

Locations PM 10

(µg/m3) PM 2.5

(µg/m3) SO2

(µg/m3) NOx

(µg/m3) CO

(mg/m3) NH3

(µg/ m3) Pb

(µg/m3) O3

(µg/m3) C6H6

(µg/m3) As

(ng/m3)

Ni (ng/m3)

Benzo (a)

Pyrene (ng/m3)

TVOCs (ppm)

Minimum 49.5 24.1 4.2 9.5 0.15 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 55.5 28.6 5.0 11.0 0.19 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 59.4 31.8 6.1 11.9 0.20 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

AAQ8

Maximum 63.6 32.9 6.3 12.7 0.26 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Minimum 52.7 25.4 4.5 10.5 0.19 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

Average 59.1 29.4 5.2 11.8 0.23 <20 <0.01 <20 - <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL

98percentile 63.1 32.1 5.9 12.2 0.24 <20 <0.01 <20 <3.0 <5 <1.0 <0.01 BDL



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Table 3-8 National Ambient Air Quality Standards and Methods of Measurement

Table 3-8 National Ambient Air Quality Standards and Methods of Measurement

S. No.

Pollutants Time

Weighted Average

National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)

Industrial, Residential, Rural and other area

Ecologically Sensitive

Area

Methods of measurement

1 SO2 (µg/m3) 24 hours 80 80 Improved West and Gaeke method.

2 NOx (µg/m3) 24 hours 80 80 Modified Jacob & Hochheiser (Sodium Arsenite).

3 PM10 (µg/m3) 24 hours 100 100 Gravimetric Method

4 PM2.5 (µg/m3) 24 hours 60 60 Gravimetric Method

5 CO (mg/m3) 8 hours 2 2 Non Dispersive Infra-Red Spectroscopy

6 Ammonia (µg/m3)

24 hours 400 400 Indophenol Blue Method

7 Ozone (µg/m3) 8 hours 100 100 UV Photometric Chemical Method

8 Lead (µg/m3) 24 hours 1.0 1.0 AAS

9 Arsenic (ng/m3)

Annual 6.0 6.0 AAS

10 Nickel (ng/m3) Annual 20.0 20.0 AAS

11 Benzene (µg/m3)

Annual 5.0 5.0 Gas Chromatography

12 Benzopyrene

(ng/m3) Annual 1.0 1.0 Gas Chromatography

(Source: http://cpcb.nic.in/National_Ambient_Air_Quality_Standards.php)

3.5.4 Observations on Ambient Quality

3.5.4.1 Particulate Matter (PM10):

PM10 levels were ranging from 49.5 to 87.2 µg/m3. The highest PM10 level was

found at Khakhariya and lowest PM10 level were observed at Chhabapura PM10

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Figure 3-13 Graphical representation of PM10 concentration at different locations

3.5.4.2 Particulate Matter (PM2.5):


Figure 3-14 Graphical representation of PM2.5 concentration at different locations

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PM2.5 levels were ranging from 24.1 to 37.7 µg/m3. The highest PM2.5 level was found

at Khakhariya and lowest PM2.5 level was observed at Chhabapura PM2.5

concentration was found within the NAAQS level (i.e.60 µg/m3) at all the locations.

3.5.4.3 Sulphur Dioxide (SO2):

SO2 levels were ranging from 4.2 to 9.8 µg/m3. The highest SO2 level was found at

Khakhariya and lowest SO2 level was observed at Chhabapura. The SO2 level in all

the monitoring locations is within permissible limit i.e. NAAQS level 80 µg/m3.


Figure 3-15 Graphical representation of SO2 concentration at different locations

3.5.4.4 Oxides of Nitrogen (NO2):

NOx levels were found ranging from 9.5 to 17.4 µg/m3. The highest NOx level were

found at Khakhariya and lowest NOx level were observed at Chhabapura. The NOx

level in all monitoring locations was under permissible limit i.e. NAAQS level 80

µg/m3.

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Figure 3-16 Graphical representation of NO2 concentration at different locations

3.6 Noise Environment

Noise can be defined as an unwanted sound. The definition of noise as unwanted sound

implies that it has an adverse effect on human beings and their environment. Noise can also

disturb natural wildlife and ecological system.

The objective of the noise pollution survey in the study area was to identify existing noise

sources and to measure background noise levels. The collection of baseline noise environment

data included following steps:

3.6.1 Reconnaissance

In order to measure the existing noise sources and to identify the background noise levels, the

noise pollution survey around the proposed site was carried out. The collection of baseline

noise environment data included identification of noise sources and to measure background

noise levels due to transportation and other local activity.

3.6.2 Methodology for Noise Monitoring

Noise standards have been designated as per the Noise pollution (Regulation & Control)

Rules, 2000 Notified by Ministry of Environment and Forests, New Delhi, February 14, 2000.

The ambient noise standards are presented in Equivalent noise levels (Leq.) have been

measured twice a week during study period.The measurements were carried out at each

monitoring location during day time and night time.

3.6.3 Noise Monitoring Locations

A total of 8 locations were identified for ambient noise monitoring in the study area. The noise

monitoring locations are given in Table 3.11.

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(Source: Google Image)

Figure 3-17 Google Image showing Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations

Table 3-9 Ambient Noise Quality Monitoring Locations

Location Code

Name of Location

Leq (dB A) (Day)

Leq (dB A) (Night)

Category Distance & Direction from site

Coordinates

N-1 Project Site 69.4 65.4 Industrial - 22°34'7.37"N, 73°27'25.30"E

N-2 Jetpur 50.1 41.5 Residential 4.11 Km, NNE 22°36'4.51"N,

73°28'42.09"E

N-3 Kandach 52.4 43.4 Residential 7.84 Km, NE 22°36'52.79"N,

73°30'54.67"E

N-4 Muvala

51.0 40.2 Residential 2.05 Km, SW 22°33'9.43"N,

73°26'51.18"E

N-5 Khakhariya 49.7 37.3 Residential 6.95 Km, SW 22°32'12.13"N,

73°24'0.69"E

N-6 Navaria 53.2 42.1 Residential 3.84 Km, E 22°34'9.64"N,

73°29'41.26"E

N-7 Chhabapura 48.6 41.0 Residential 6.83 km, SE 22°32'23.29"N,

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Location Code

Name of Location

Leq (dB A) (Day)

Leq (dB A) (Night)

Category Distance & Direction from site

Coordinates

N-8 Ratanpura 52.3 39.7 Residential 6.63 Km, NW 22°35'44.63"N,

73°23'55.49"E

(Source: Analysis during study period, GCI)


(Source: Monitoring during Study period by GCI)

Observation and Discussion:

Day Time:

The noise levels varied in the study area during day time from 48.6dB(A) Leq at Chhabapura to

69.4 LeqdB(A) at Project site.


Figure 3-18 Graphical Representation of Day time Noise Level in the study area

Night Time:

The night time noise level in the study area is in the range of 37.3 dB (A) Leq at

Khakhariya to 65.4 Leq dB (A) at Project Site. The night time noise was also within

stipulated standards of CPCB.

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Figure 3-19 Graphical Representation of Night time Noise Level in the study area

Table 3-10 Applicable Noise Standards

Area Code Category of Area Limit in dB (A) Leq

Day Time Night Time

A Industrial area 75 70

B Commercial area 65 55

C Residential area 55 45

D Silence zone 50 40

(Source: Noise Pollution Rules, 2000)

Note:

Day time is reckoned in between 6 am and 10 pm.

Night time reckoned in between 10 pm and 6 am.

Silence zone is defined as areas up to 100 meters around such premises as hospitals,

education, institutions and courts. The silence zones are to be declared by the Component

Authority.

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categories by the Component Authority and the corresponding standard shall apply.

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In order to establish the baseline water quality, ground water and surface water sampling

locations were selected based on availability, following standard norms and requirement.

Ground water samples were collected from the identified hand pumps and bore wells for the

characterization of water quality. Selection of surface water sampling locations has been

considered as per the utilization pattern of the villagers for domestic/ drinking purposes.

The samples collected were preserved, stored and analyzed as per standards methods of

Analysis of Water and Waste Water (APHA, 2017).

Reconnaissance Survey

Reconnaissance survey has been done for water quality monitoring in the study area. The

baseline water quality of ground water/surface water in the region is obtained by collecting

sample from villages in the area considering the 10 km radius for the baseline study.

Methodology of Monitoring

In order to establish the baseline water quality, ground water and surface water sampling

locations were selected based on availability, following standard norms and requirement.

Ground water samples were collected from the identified hand pumps and bore wells for the

characterization of water quality. Selection of surface water sampling locations has been

considered as per the utilization pattern of the villagers for domestic/ drinking purposes.

The samples collected were preserved, stored and analyzed as per standards methods of

Analysis of Water and Waste Water (APHA, 2017).

3.7.1 Ground Water Quality:

Ground water samples were collected from 8 locations during the study period and analyzed for

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Figure 3-20 Google Image showing Ground Water Monitoring Locations

Table 3-11 Ground Water Sampling Locations


Location code

Name of

location Source

Distance & direction

Coordinates

GW -1 Kalol Borewell Water 4.35 Km, NNE 22°36'27.91"N, 73°27'47.81"E

GW -2 Boru Borewell Water 5.29 Km, NNW 22°36'29.59"N, 73°25'41.87"E

GW -3 Delol Borewell Water 8.25 Km, NNE 22°37'51.50"N, 73°30'11.16"E

GW -4 Muvala Borewell Water 2.05 Km, SW 22°33'9.43"N, 73°26'51.18"E

GW -5 Khakhariya Borewell Water 6.95 Km, SW 22°32'12.13"N, 73°24'0.69"E

GW -6 Varsada Borewell Water 8.71 Km, E 22°33'47.67"N, 73°32'31.38"E

GW -7 Abhetwa Borewell Water 5.66 Km, SSE 22°31'9.82"N, 73°28'11.06"E

GW -8 Nevariya Borewell Water 7.03 Km, W 22°34'15.11"N, 73°23'18.94"E



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Table 3-12 Ground Water Quality in the Study Area

S. No.

Parameter Units Result

Permissible Limit as Per

IS 10500:2012

Reference Method

Sample Identification GW1 GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5 GW6 GW7 GW8

1. pH --- 7.39 7.44 7.53 7.70 7.22 7.50 7.15 7.10 6.5-8.5 APHA 4500 H+

2. Conductivity µS/cm 598.4 658.4 541.5 636.9 729.2 775.3 944.6 752.3 - APHA 2510

3. Turbidity NTU <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 5 APHA 2130

4. Color Hazen <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 15 APHA 2120

5. Odor - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable APHA 2150

6. Total Dissolved Solid mg/L 889 728 752 614 674 704 614 589 2000 APHA 2540 C

7. Total Suspended Solid mg/L 3 4 6 2 8 3 6 2 - APHA 2540 B

8. Sulphate mg/L 86.2 50.4 73.4 108.2 57.5 84.3 51.2 60.5 400 APHA 4500- SO42

9. Chloride mg/L 203 198 210 134 186 159 163 207 1000 APHA 4500 - Cl

10. Total Hardness mg/L 363 340 331 251 307 358 292 183 600 APHA 2340

11. Calcium as Ca mg/L 80 92.4 79.6 67.6 78.4 88 73.2 50 200 APHA -3500 Ca

12. Magnesium Mg mg/L 39.6 26.5 32.1 19.9 26.9 33,5 17.8 14.1 100 APHA 3500-Mg

13. Alkalinity mg/L 202 226 136 197 157 200 268 318 600 APHA 2320

14. Copper mg/L <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 1.5 APHA 3500-Cu

15. Zinc mg/L <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 15 APHA 3500-Zn

16. Iron mg/L <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 0.3 APHA 3500-Fe

17. Lead mg/L <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 0.01 APHA 3500-Pb

18. Nickel mg/L <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.02 APHA 3500-Ni

19. Cadmium mg/L <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 0.003 APHA 3500-C

20. Calcium Hardness as CaCO3

mg/L 200 231 199 169 196 220 183 125 - APHA 3500-Ca

21. Magnesium Hardness as CaCO3

mg/L 163 109 132 82 111 138 109 58 - APHA 3500-Mg

22. Phenolic compound mg/L <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 0.002 APHA 5530

23. Fluoride mg/L 0.25 0.24 0.30 0.28 0.18 0.3 0.25 0.28 1.5 APHA 5400-F

24. Salinity mg/L 365.4 356.4 378 241.2 334.8 286.2 293.4 372.6 - APHA 2520 B

25. Pesticides P/A Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Gas Chromatography



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Observation of ground water monitoring results:

All the samples were colorless meeting desirable norms (<5 Hazen).

All the samples meet the desirable standards (pH ranges from 7.10 to 7.70).

TDS in samples ranges from 352 mg/L (Delol) to 614 mg/L (Abhetwa). All the

samples meet the permissible limit of 2000 mg/L.

Total Hardness in the water ranges from 251 mg/L (Muvala) to 363 mg/L (Kalol).

All the samples meet the permissible limit of 600 mg/L.

Calcium content in the water ranges from 50 mg/L (Nevariya) to 92.4 mg/L (Boru)

all the samples meet the permissible limit of 200 mg/L.

Magnesium content in the water ranges from 14.09 mg/L (Nevariya) to 39.6 mg/L

(Kalol). All the samples meet the permissible limit of 100 mg/L.

Sulphate content in the water ranges from 50.4 mg/L (Boru) to 154 mg/L

(Muvala). All the samples meet the permissible limit of 400 mg/L for drinking

water.

Fluoride content in the water ranges from 0.39 mg/L (Delol) to 0.90 mg/L

(Varsada). All the samples meet the permissible limit of 1.5 mg/L for drinking

water.

Total alkalinity in the water samples ranges from 136 mg/L (Delol) to 318 mg/L

(Nevariya). All the samples are within the permissible limit of drinking water (600

mg/L).

Chlorides range from 134 mg/L (Muvala) to 210 mg/L (Delol), which are below

permissible limits (1000 mg/L).

Heavy metals like Copper, Nickel, Cadmium, Lead and Zinc are well below the

limit in all samples

Hence, it can be observed that ground water qualities in terms of various

essential and desirable characteristics are found within the limits specified by IS

10500:2012.

3.7.2 Surface Water Quality:

Surface water samples were collected from 8 locations during the study period and analyzed

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Figure 3-21 Google Image showing Surface Water Monitoring Locations

Table 3-13 Surface Water Sampling Locations

Location Code

Name of Location

Source Distance & Direction from site

Coordinates

SW -1 Halol Lake 7.72 Km, SSE 21°45'56.68"N 72°38'40.49"E

SW-2 Kanjari Lake 7.44 Km, SSW 22°30'5.27"N, 73°28'10.98"E

SW -3 Boru Narmada Cannel 5.29 Km, NNW 22°36'30.63"N, 73°26'8.62"E

SW-4 Alindra Karad River 1.89 Km, NNE 22°34'52.37"N, 73°27'41.33"E

SW-5 Palasa Lake 7.90 Km, NW 22°35'32.03"N, 73°23'18.66"E

SW-6 Medapur Lake 4.84 Km, ENE 22°35'8.09"N, 73°30'11.15"E

SW-7 Sathrota Lake 3.80 Km, SE 22°32'45.93"N, 73°29'12.01"E

SW-8 Khakhariya Lake 6.95 Km, SW 22°32'22.92"N, 73°24'23.62"E




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Table 3-14 Surface Water Quality in the Study Area

S. No Parameter Units Result Reference Method Sample Identification SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8

1. pH --- 7.78 7.56 7.49 7.80 7.71 7.65 7.54 7.48 APHA 4500 H+

2. Conductivity µS/cm 243.0 213.8 735.3 367.6 520 443.0 487.6 633.8 APHA 2510

3. Turbidity NTU <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 APHA 2130

4. Color Hazen <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 APHA 2120

5. Odor - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable APHA 2150

6. Total Dissolved Solid mg/L 458 439 578 639 538 488 417 412 APHA 2540 C

7. Total Suspended Solid mg/L 28 30 46 33 25 21 16 23 APHA 2540 B

8. Sulphate

mg/L 15.2 20.3 15.4 25.3 28.5 15.6 25.4 20.5

APHA 4500- SO42-

9. Chloride mg/L 109 97 143 120 156 48 112 88 APHA 4500 - Cl-

10. Total Hardness mg/L 149 128 254 335 272 271 187 153 APHA 2340

11. Calcium as Ca mg/L 34 22.4 44.8 63.6 45.6 62.8 34 41.6 APHA -3500 Ca

12. Magnesium Mg mg/L 7.77 8.74 17.25 21.38 19.19 13.85 12.39 11.9 APHA 3500-Mg

13. Alkalinity mg/L 175 130 185 240 197 210 89 108 APHA 2320

14. Copper mg/L <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3500-Cu

15. Zinc mg/L <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3500-Zn

16. Iron mg/L <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3500-Fe

17. Lead mg/L <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 APHA 3500-Pb

18. Nickel mg/L <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 APHA 3500-Ni

19. Cadmium mg/L <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 APHA 3500-C

20. Total Coliform MPN/100 ml 120 230 220 150 170 230 170 230 APHA 9221 B

21. Fecal Coliform MPN/100 ml 36 40 70 35 36 70 50 100 APHA 9221 E

22. E. Coli MPN/100 ml Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent APHA 9221 F

23. Calcium Hardness as CaCO3

mg/L 117 92 183 247 193 214 136 153 APHA 3500-Ca

24. Magnesium Hardness as CaCO3

mg/L 32 36 71 88 79 57 51 49 APHA 3500-Mg

25. Phenol mg/L <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 <0.002 APHA 5530

26. Fluoride mg/L 0.64 0.70 0.58 0.43 0.49 0.75 0.54 0.71 APHA 5400-F-



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(Source: Water Analysis by GCI Laboratory)

27. Salinity mg/L 196.2 174.6 257.4 216 280.8 86.4 201.6 158.4 APHA 2520 B

28. Pesticides P/A Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Absent Gas Chromatography

29. Chemical Oxygen Demand

mg/L 6 12 10 8 10 15 8 8 APHA 5220

30. Biochemical Oxygen Demand

mg/L 2 2 4 2 3 4 3 2 APHA 5210



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Table 3-15 Standard Water Quality Criteria

Class of

Water Designated best use Criteria

A Drinking Water Source

without conventional

treatment but after

disinfection

Total Coliforms Organism MPN/100ml shall be 50 or

less. pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Dissolved Oxygen 6mg/l

or more, Biochemical Oxygen Demand 5 days 20°C

2mg/l or less.

B

Outdoor bathing

(Organized)


less. pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Dissolved Oxygen 5mg/l

or more, Biochemical Oxygen Demand 5 days 20°C

3mg/l or less

C Drinking water source

after conventional

treatment and

disinfection


less. pH between 6 to 9. Dissolved Oxygen 4mg/l or

more, Biochemical Oxygen Demand 5 days 20°C 3mg/l

or less

D Propagation of Wild life

and Fisheries

pH between 6.5 to 8.5 Dissolved Oxygen 4mg/l or more,

Free Ammonia (as N) 1.2 mg/l or less.

E Irrigation, Industrial

Cooling, Controlled

Waste disposal

pH between 6.0 to 8.5. Electrical Conductivity at 25°C

Max.2250 µS/cm .

(Source: http://cpcb.nic.in/Water_Quality_Criteria.php)

Observation on Surface water Quality: The baseline quality of water based on the results of the surface water quality

monitoring within the study area, it is observed that,

All the samples meet the desirable standards (pH ranges from 7.48 to 7.80).

TDS in samples ranges from 139 mg/L (Boru) to 478 mg/L (Delol).

Fluoride content in the water ranges from 0.23 mg/L (Alindra) to 0.80 mg/L

(Kanjari).

COD ranges from 12(Kanjari)to 40 mg/L (Palasa)

BOD ranges from 2 (Kanjari) to 10 mg/L(Palasa)

Chlorides range from 88 mg/L (Khakhariya) to 156 mg/L (Palasa)

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3.8 Soil Environment

Soil is the most important natural resource and a natural resource is anything that comes from the

earth and is used by us. We depend on the soil for food, clothing, shelter, minerals, clay and water.

Soil is the seat of many macro and micro flora like algae, fungi, earthworms, bacteria etc. These

are very beneficial in promoting soil reactions and decomposing the organic matter by which

essential nutrients for plants are liberated. Most of the soil is made up of two main parts:

A. Tiny bits of mineral particales which come from larger rocks, and humus, which is dark brown

in color and consists of decaying remains of plants and animals.

B. Soil also contains water, air and living organisms, such as fungi, bacteria, earthworms, round

worms, insects, etc. Actually more organisms live in the soil than above it.

3.8.1 Methodology

The soil samples were collected from 8 selected locations during pre monsoon season. The

samples collected were homogeneous representative of each sampling location. At random

sub locations were identified at each location and soil samples were collected from 5 to 15 cm

below the surface. It was uniformly mixed before homogenizing the soil samples. The samples

about 500 gm were packed in polythene bags labelled in the field with location number and

sent to the laboratory for the analysis of physicochemical parameters.

3.8.2 Soil Sampling Locations

Soil sampling was conducted once during the study period of Pre-monsoon season. 8 soil

samples were collected from selected locations in the vicinity of the proposed project. For

studying soil quality environment in the study area, sampling locations were selected to assess

the existing soil conditions in and around the existing plant area representing various land use

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Source: Google image

Figure 3-22 Google Image showing Soil Sampling Location

Table 3-16 Soil Sampling Locations

Location

Code

Sampling

Locations

Distance &

Direction

Coordinates

S-1 Project Site - 22°34'7.37"N, 73°27'25.30"E

S-2 Kalol 4.27 Km, NNE 22°36'30.67"N, 73°27'47.63"E

S-3 Delol 8.25 Km, NNE 22°37'51.50"N, 73°30'11.16"E

S-4 Muvala 2.05 Km, SW 22°33'9.43"N, 73°26'51.18"E

S-5 Khakhariya 6.95 Km, SW 22°32'12.13"N, 73°24'0.69"E

S-6 Varsada 8.71 Km, E 22°33'47.67"N, 73°32'31.38"E

S-7 Maswad 5.16 Km, ESE 22°33'1.35"N, 73°30'13.36"E

S-8 Ratanpura 6.63 Km, NW 22°35'44.63"N, 73°23'55.49"E


3.8.3 Analysis of Soil Samples

The soil samples were examined for various physicochemical parameters, to determine the

existing soil characteristics of the study area. Physicochemical characteristics of soil are

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Table 3-17 Physiochemical Characteristics of Soil

Sr.

No. Parameters Unit

Results Reference Method

S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8

1. 1 pH - 7.40 7.51 7.82 7.37 7.40 7.58 7.73 7.22 IS 2720 : Part 26 : 1987

2. 2 Electrical Conductivity ms/cm 0.35 0.44 0.30 0.32 0.21 0.32 0.36 0.27 IS 14767: 2000

3. 3 Soil Moisture Content % 17.5 18.2 13.6 15.2 11.7 9.5 14.8 10.7 IS 2720 – Part – 2

4. 4 Water Holding Capacity % 43.8 35.7 41.2 37.4 25.3 30.1 42.4 45.6 APHA 3111 -B

5. 5 Bulk Density gm/cm3 1.30 1.41 1.74 1.50 1.54 1.60 1.22 1.39 -

6. 6 Organic Carbon % 0.84 0.33 0.37 0.71 0.42 0.57 0.46 0.40 IS 2720 : Part 22 : 1972

7. 7 Organic Matter % 1.44 0.56 0.63 1.22 0.72 0.98 0.79 0.68 IS 2720 : Part 22 : 1972

8. 8 Phosphorus mg/kg 30.5 27.6 33.4 42.3 37.1 45.4 30.3 45.4 APHA 4500 – P

9. 9 Total Nitrogen % 0.17 0.15 0.14 0.26 0.37 0.16 0.11 0.33 APHA 4500-NORG

10. 10 Potassium as K mg/kg 0.010 0.024 0.018 0.020 0.012 0.016 0.022 0.028 APHA 3500 – K - B

11. 11 Calcium mg/kg 184 175 150 137 146 169 173 149 APHA 3500 –Ca– B

12. 12 Magnesium mg/kg 74 65 71 52 47 60 78 58 APHA 3500 –Mg

13. 13 Chloride mg/kg 150 212 170 132 185 170 154 163 IS 6925: 1973

14. 14 Copper as Cu mg/kg <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3111 B

15. 15 Zinc as Zn mg/kg <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3111 B

16. 16 Iron as Fe mg/kg <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3111 B

17. 17 Lead as Pb mg/kg <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 APHA 3500-Pb

18. 18 Nickel as Ni mg/kg <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 APHA 3500-Ni

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3.9 Biological Environment

Ecological communication presents the highest level of commitment to the environment, to

personal and community ecology and to a sustainable way of life for us and for the next

generation.

Environment consists of all living and nonliving factors which balance the weather conditions

and may be disturbed by some mechanical activities. Due to introduction of such activities,

the surrounding water, air and habitats may disappear or some new species may appear.

By conducting ecological studies, we may be able to understand the pattern of change in

weather condition, appearance or disappearance of flora and fauna, changes in vegetation

pattern in respect of their quantity and quality. The future industrial activities may be so

planned in such a way that the existing ecosystem may not get disturbed beyond

sustainable limits. Hence, ecological studies form a part of environmental monitoring studies

required for Environmental Management Plan.

The ecological study was undertaken to understand the present status of ecosystem of the

area, to predict changes as a result of proposed activities and to suggest measures for

maintaining the conditions. This carried through primary survey and secondary data

collected from various Government agencies like Forest Department, Agriculture

Department, Scientific literatures etc. Ecological survey is aimed to assess the existing flora

and fauna components in the study area. Considering the rich bio diversity of organisms and

their role in productivity and their importance in human livelihood, it is vital to project and

safeguard this dynamic ecosystem.

3.9.1 Flora & Fauna observed in the Study area

Floral Compositions

The floristic survey was carried out in and around the project site. Overall structure of the

vegetation in this area was scattered forest patches intercepted with scrubland and

grassland. Most of the study area is under human settlement and agricultural practice. The

grasses were found growing on open places, agricultural area and near human settlements.

The agricultural practice is mainly depending on monsoon water.

Heavy rainfall, moderate and humid climatic condition favors the richness of flora in study

area.

Table 3-18 List of Trees in the Study Area

Common Name Scientific name

Arduso Ailanthus excelsa

Aslan Elacodendronglacucum

Aledi Morindatinctorial

Ambedo Magniferaindica

Amla Emblicaofficinaallis

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Aniya Acacia leucophloea

Anjan Hardwickiabinata

Baval Acacia niloticaindica

Bahedo Terminaliabellerica

Charoli Buchananiaiarizan

Ganiyari Colchlospermumreligiosum

Gol Tremaorientalis

Gugal Boswelliaserrata

Gundi Cordiadichotoma

Jambu Syzgium

Kadayo Sterculiaurens

Kusum Schleicheraoleosa

Limdo Azadirachtaindica

Monia Lanneacoromandlica

Papal Ficusreligiosa

Tad Borassusflabellifer

Vad Ficusbenghalensis

Sitafal Anonasquamosa

Amarvel Cuscutareflexa

Arun Cocculuslabea

Asan Cocculushirsutus

Parijat Nytanthusarbortristis

Baru Sorghum halepense

Bhathdu Themedatriandra

Pusha Cymbopogoncitratus

Shulki Panicumantidotale

Zill Indigoferapulchella

Nagod Vitexnegundo

Dhatura Daturainoxia

MotiKakari Combretumovaliforlium

Nilgiri Eculyptus spp.

Dodi Demiaextensa

Karamdo Carrissaconjesta

Malkakani Celastruspaniculate

Sisoo Dalbergiasisso

Sargwo Moringaoleifera

Kagar Acacia ferruginea

Ashotri Bahuhiniarecemosa

Bor Zizphusmauritiana



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Aritha Sapnidusemarginatus

Dhavdo Anogeissuslatifolia

Dudhi Wrightiatinctoria

Nilgiri Trees

Amla Tree



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Fauna

The various animal species in the study area are reported in Table below. The richness of

plant species of the region is the prime cause for animal richness.

Table 3-19 List of Fauna in study area

Common name Scientific name

Birds

Shikra Accipiter badius

Black winged kite Elanuscaerulus

Pariah kite Milvusmigrans

Pond heron Ardeolagravii

Indian Koel Eudynamysscolopaceae

Black drongo Dicrurusadsimilis

Indian robin Saxicoloidesfulicata

Babbler Timaliidae spp.

Common sandpiper Tringahypoleucos

Spotted owlet Ethane brama

Bank myna Acredotheresginginianus

Fantail flycatcher Rhipiduraaureola

Jungle Babbler Turdoidesstriatus

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Common name Scientific name

Purple sunbird Nectariniaasiatica

Magpipe robin Copsychussaularis

Hoopoe Upupidaeepopus

Red vented bulbul Pycnonotuscafer

Reptiles

Common Indian Krait Bungaruscaeruleus

Garden lizard Calotesversicolor

House Gecko Hemidactylusbrooki

Cobra NajaNaja

Checkered Keel black Natrixpiscator

Rat Snake Ptyas mucous

Mammals

Indian Mole Rat Bandicotabengalensis

Blue Bull Boselaphustragocamelus

Indian Five Striped squirrel Funambuluspennanti

Common Mongoose Herpesteedwardsii

Indian Hare Lepusnigricollis

Monkey Macacamulatta

Common Langur Presdbytis entellus

Indian Flying Fox Pteropusgiganteus

Rats Rattus sp.

Cobra



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3.9.2 Wildlife and Protected Area Network:

Forests & Wildlife

There are 4 National Parks and 23 Wildlife Sanctuaries in Gujarat; however, none of them are

falling in the study area. The Forest Vegetation Map of Gujarat is shown in Figure 3.17, and

National Parks with Wildlife Sanctuaries Map of Gujarat is show

Shikra

Blue-Bull



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(Source: https://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/wildlife/wildlife-gujrat.htm)

Figure 3-23 Forest Vegetation Map of Gujarat

Table 3-20 List of National Park of Gujarat

Sr. No.

National Park Distance &

Directions from Project site

Coordinates

1 Gir Forest National Park 218.64km ,SW 21°7'27.66"N70°49'27.00"E

2 Blackbuck National Park ( Velavadar)

85.31km, WNW 22° 2'38.60"N72° 1'15.83"E

3 Marine National Park 376.51km, WNW 22°24'1.06"N69°12'8.30"E

4 Vansda(Bansda) National Park 134.64km, SSE 20°45'50.14"N73°29'9.96"E

Table 3-21 List of Sanctuaries of Gujarat

Sr. No.

Sanctuaries Distance &


Coordinates

1 Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary 371.58km,NW 23°44'32.19"N 69°53'24.87"E

2 Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary 208.46km, NW 23° 8'10.81"N 71°23'36.52"E

3 Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary 237.69km,WSW 21°30'30.60"N 70°31'33.59"E

4 Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife

Sanctuary 102.87km,ESE

21°45'34.48"N 73°47'40.54"E

5 BalaramAmbaji Wildlife Sanctuary 282.49km,NNW 24°19'42.52"N 72°27'46.82"E

6 Narayan Sarovar Sanctuary 484.57km,NW 23°40'24.60"N 68°32'23.96"E

7 Mitiyala Wildlife Sanctuary 174.95km,SW 21°11'29.93"N 71°15'34.79"E

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Sr. No.

Sanctuaries Distance &


Coordinates

8 Barda Wildlife Sanctuary 321.03km, W 21°51'3.59"N 69°41'56.41"E

9 Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary 291.11km,NNW 24°25'0.53"N 72°29'58.04"E

10 Purna Wildlife Sanctuary 134.51km,SE 20°56'35.72"N 73°43'27.10"E

11 Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary 108.65km,NE 22°21'38.98"N 73°39'55.18"E

12 NalSarovar Bird Sanctuary 137.13km,NW 22°49'2.50"N 72° 2'42.12"E

13 Ratanmahal Sloth Bear Sanctuary 160.11km,NE 22°34'29.27"N 74° 6'36.92"E

14 Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary 207.02km,NW 22°31'48.09"N 70°57'19.32"E

15 Thol Bird Sanctuary 154.37km,NNW 23° 8'24.16"N 72°23'34.89"E

16 Hingolgadh Sanctuary 158.33km,WNW 22° 9'10.85"N 71°19'1.74"E

17 Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary 284.59km,NW 22°30'52.30"N 70° 9'6.70"E

18 Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary 352.08km,W 22° 0'33.79"N 69°23'53.07"E

19 Kutch Bustard Sanctuary 446.21km,NW 23°10'56.74"N 68°43'55.00"E

20 Porbandar Bird Sanctuary 329.81km,WSW 21°38'13.40"N 69°37'5.11"E

21 Gir Wildlife Sanctuary 218.64km ,SW 21°'27.66"N

70°49'27.00"E

22 Marine Sanctuary 377.85km,WNW 22°23'6.57"N 69°11'48.30"E

23 Paniya Wildlife Sanctuary 211.61km,WSW 21°11'53.00"N 70°51'22.69"E

(Source: https://forests.gujarat.gov.in/writereaddata/images/pdf/GFS-2017-18-PCCF-20122018.pdf) Protected Areas: There are no protected areas in the vicinity of the project area. There are also no monuments of historical and archaeological importance within the study area.

3.10 Socio Economic Environment

This chapter analyses the socio economic conditions of the people residing in the area. With

the help of the data collected, the problems that might be faced by the residents of the area are

identified and according to that, the CSR and CER activities are collectively designed. Keeping

in mind, the socio economic status of the area, better plans for the community can be

developed as a part of CSR and CER activities to benefit the vulnerable groups.

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Methodology

Detailed socio-economic data were collected within 10 km radius of the Project site.

Preliminary information was collected during field investigation followed by secondary data

from the census of India 2011. Random sampling method was used to survey the households

in the village. Also, from the google earth imagery, villages were identified that might be

affected directly by the project. Survey method has been designed keeping this in mind. Key

informants and local leaders were identified and data was collected with their help.

Socio-economic Assessment

Socio-economic status of the population is the indicator of the change in the life style due to the

developmental activities taking place in the region. The villages which appears within the 10 km

radius from the centre of the proposed Project site are considered for socioeconomic study.

Demography

The study there is 15 villages in the study area. The demographic pattern of all the settlements

as per 2011 census is given in below table:


Figure 3-24 Villages within 10 km radius



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Table 3-22 List of villages present in the study area

Sr. No. Name of village Distance from the

Project Site

Direction from the

Project Site

1. Alindra 1.89 Km NNE

2. Jetpur 4.11 Km NNE

3. Kalol 4.27 Km NNE

4. Bakrol 4.74 Km WSW

5. Maswad 5.16 Km ESE

6. Delol 8.25 Km NNE

7. Derol 6.86 Km NNW

8. Ratanpura 6.63 Km NW

9. Nevariya 7.03 Km W

10. Khakhariya 6.95 Km SW

11. Kanjari 7.44 Km SSW

12. Abhetwa 5.66 Km SSE

13. Halol 7.72 Km SSE

14. Radhanpur 8.68 km SE

15. Tarkhanda 8.25 Km ESE

3.10.1 Population and Sex Ratio

Sex ratio is number of females per 1000 males. As per the census 2011, the number of females per 1000 males is around 941. This is considerably less. The male population is 52% while female population is 48% of the total population. There are 77307 households in the study area consisting of total population of 392547. A group of persons who normally live together and take their meals from a common kitchen are called a household. Persons living in a household may be related or unrelated or a mix of both. However, if a group of related or unrelated people live in a house but do not take their meals from the common kitchen, then they are not part of a common household. Each such person is treated as a separate household. There may be one member households, two member households or multimember households. Average number of people in one household is 5 in the study area. Village wise details of the population are given in table 3-21.

Table 3-23 Village-wise details of Population

S.

No Village

No of

Households

Total

Population Male Female

Sex Ratio

(females/males)*1000

1 Alindra 125 641 327 314 960

2 Jetpur 295 1544 799 745 932

3 Kalol 36701 183839 95101 88738 933

4 Bakrol 1179 6018 3134 2884 920

5 Maswad 505 2569 1334 1235 926

6 Delol 1579 7154 3746 3408 910

7 Derol 1022 4774 2446 2328 952

8 Ratanpura 357 1729 899 830 923

9 Nevariya 134 582 304 278 914

10 Khakhariya 185 747 388 359 925



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S.

No Village

No of

Households

Total

Population Male Female

Sex Ratio

(females/males)*1000

11 Kanjari 296 1513 795 718 903

12 Abhetwa 579 2935 1508 1427 946

13 Halol 33343 173694 89798 83896 934

14 Radhanpur 87 428 215 213 991

15 Tarkhanda 920 4380 2277 2103 924

Total 77307 392547 203071 189476 13994

Figure 3-25 Population of the study area

3.10.2 Social Structure:

The study area has a predominant Hindu and Muslims population. Hindus in the project area

as elsewhere, is based on the traditional four-fold caste system of Brahmin, Kshatriya,

Vaishyas and Shudras. The first three categories belong to higher caste whereas the last

category generally belongs to Scheduled caste and Tribes. As per Census 2011, average SC

population in the study area is 4.72% of the total population. In case of ST population, this

number has gone up and reached to 22.32% of the total population. The statistics regarding

the Social Characteristics of villages in the study area are given in Table 3-22.

Table 3-24Social Distribution

Sr/no. Name

Total

Population

Person Scheduled

castes

population

person

Scheduled

castes

population

Male

Scheduled

castes

population

Female

Scheduled

Tribes

population

person

Scheduled

castes

population

Male

Schedul

ed

castes

populati

on

Female

1 Alindra 641 43 23 20 72 39 33

52%48%

POPULATION OF STUDY AREA

Total Male Population Total Female Population



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2 Jetpur 1544 61 36 25 260 126 134

3 Kalol 18383

9 12311 6255 6056 21936 11163 10773

4 Bakrol 6018 471 242 229 927 473 454

5 Maswad 2569 205 102 103 343 179 164

6 Delol 7154 452 238 214 215 106 109

7 Derol 4774 291 138 153 674 347 327

8 Ratanpura 1729 430 227 203 80 36 44

9 Nevariya 582 21 10 11 0 0 0

10 Khakhariya 747 0 0 0 355 183 172

11 Kanjari 1513 144 74 70 256 135 121

12 Abhetwa 2935 107 54 53 174 93 81

13 Halol 17369

4 4005 2027 1978 61628 31743 29885

14 Radhanpur 428 0 0 0 91 50 41

15 Tarkhanda 4380 179 86 93 495 257 238

Total 39254

7

18720

9512 9208 87506 44930 42576

Figure 3-26Social profile of the study area

3.10.3 Literacy

According to the Census 2011, it is calculated that average literacy rate in the study area is

60.35% percent of which male literacy rate is 60.49 percent and female literacy rate is 39.50

percent of total population. Approx. 39.65% Population is illiterate in the study area. The female

literacy rate is significantly low. Some of the community threatens to send their adolescent girls

for higher education due to lack of an education system in their villages.

Table 3-25 Literacy Rate

72.96%

4.72%

22.32%

Proportional representation of SC/ST population

other Scheduled castes population person Scheduled Tribes population person



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Sr. No.

Name Total

Population Person

Literates Population

Person


Male


Female

Illiterate Persons

Illiterate Male

Illiterate Female

1 Alindra 641 418 241 177 223 86 137

2 Jetpur 1544 1092 613 479 452 186 266

3 Kalol 183839 114556 69051 45505 69283 26050 43233

4 Bakrol 6018 3506 2142 1364 2512 992 1520

5 Maswad 2569 1545 956 589 1024 378 646

6 Delol 7154 4854 2858 1996 2300 888 1412

7 Derol 4774 3338 1871 1467 1436 575 861

8 Ratanpura 1729 1191 709 482 538 190 348

9 Nevariya 582 338 223 115 244 81 163

10 Khakhariya 747 386 257 129 361 131 230

11 Kanjari 1513 935 568 367 578 227 351

12 Abhetwa 2935 1790 1070 720 1145 438 707

13 Halol 173694 99780 60854 38926 73914 28944 44970

14 Radhanpur 428 248 149 99 180 66 114

15 Tarkhanda 4380 2921 1738 1183 1459 539 920

Total 392547 236898 143300 93598 155649 59771 95878

Figure 3-27 Population Literacy of the study area

3.10.4 Occupational Pattern

The overall percentage of workers in the area is 33.76%. Male working population is significantly

higher than the female working population. Out of total working population 97.27% are main

workers whereas 2.7% are marginal working population. Out of total working population, 92.12%

population is male whereas 7.87% is female working population.

60.35%

39.65%

Literacy

Literate Population Illiterate Population



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Table 3-26 Occupational Pattern

Sr. No.

Name

Total Population Person

Total Worker Population Person

Total Worker Population Male

Total Worker Population Female

Main Working Population Person

Main Cultivator Population Person

Main Agricultural Labourers Population Person

Main Household Industries Population Person

Main Other Workers Population Person

Marginal Worker Population Person

Non-Working Population Person

Non-Working Population Male

Non-Working Population Female

1 Alindra 641 212 188 24 209 131 31 1 46 3 429 139 290

2 Jetpur 1544 573 498 75 565 436 85 1 43 8 971 301 670

3 Kalol 18383

9 78959 55942 23017 56265 24185 19597 340 12143 22694 104880 39159 65721

4 Bakrol 6018 2127 1721 406 1919 875 809 9 226 208 3891 1413 2478

5 Maswad 2569 1363 782 581 768 372 159 2 235 595 1206 552 654

6 Delol 7154 3063 2224 839 1923 692 540 4 687 1140 4091 1522 2569

7 Derol 4774 2080 1480 600 1783 346 769 6 662 297 2694 966 1728

8 Ratanpura 1729 679 552 127 625 131 458 0 36 54 1050 347 703

9 Nevariya 582 278 196 82 277 113 162 0 2 1 304 108 196

10 Khakh

ariya

747 436 238 198 429 98 326 0 5 7 311 150 161

11 Kanjari 1513 530 436 94 458 30 231 0 197 72 983 359 624

12 Abhetwa 2935 991 913 78 964 408 413 0 143 27 1944 595 1349



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Sr. No.

Name

Total Population Person

Total Worker Population Person

Total Worker Population Male

Total Worker Population Female

Main Working Population Person

Main Cultivator Population Person

Main Agricultural Labourers Population Person

Main Household Industries Population Person

Main Other Workers Population Person

Marginal Worker Population Person

Non-Working Population Person

Non-Working Population Male

Non-Working Population Female

13 Halol 173694 81101 53545 27556 55904 23907 20597 309 11091 25197 92593 36253 56340

14 Radhanpur 428 197 148 49 100 9 57 0 34 97 231 67 164

15 Tarkhanda 4380 1891 1384 507 1464 818 559 9 78 427 2489 893 1596

Total 392547 17448

0 120247 54233 123653 52551 44793 681 25628 50827 218067 82824

135243



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Figure 3-28 Occupational Pattern of the study area

3.11 Traffic Study

The traffic survey to ascertain the traffic density in the study area was conducted on the road

near the project site. The composition of Traffic includes Two Wheelers, Three Wheelers

(Goods & Passenger Autos), Four Wheeler (Passenger cars) and Four Wheeler Heavy

Vehicles like Trucks, Lorries, Buses etc.

Traffic survey of the Study Area

The traffic survey, to ascertain the traffic density in the study area was conducted on the road

near to the project site and also to evaluate the impacts of the increased traffic due to the

proposed activity. The methodology adopted for carrying out the traffic study was to select

the major road around the project site and count the various categories of vehicles moving

on these roads given in the below table

Location: (Halol-Kalol Road)

31%

13%

56%

OCCUPATIONAL DISTRIBUTION

Main Worker Marginal Worker Non Worker



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Table 3-27 Traffic Study Report

Vehicle Type

Equivalent

PCU factor

During

peak Hrs

(No. of

Vehicles/

hr)

No. of

vehicles in

PCU During

peak Hrs

(Equivalent

PCU factor*

No. of

vehicles)

During lean

Hrs (No. of

Vehicles/hr)

No. of vehicles in

PCU During Peak

Hrs (Equivalent PCU

factor* No. of

vehicles)

Two wheelers

Motor cycle

or scooter

etc.

0.75 200 150 184 138

Passenger

car, pick up

van

1.0 58 58 50 50

Auto

rickshaw 2.0 69 138 45 90

Light

commercial

vehicle

2.0 84 168 72 144

Trucks/Bus 3.7 60 222 52 192

Agricultural

tractor trailor 5.0 37 185 25 125

Cycles 0.5 20 10 40 20

Carts 2.0 41 82 63 126

Cycle

rickshaw 2.0 30 60 40 80

Total 599 1073 571 965

Existing Traffic Scenario and Level of Services

State Highway 87 is a Highway within the state of Gujarat. All types of vehicles move on the

road

Capacity of road as per IRC= 2400 PCU’s/hr

Total volume during peak hours=599

Existing volume/capacity ratio= 599/2400= 0.24. The level of service is “B” that is Very Good

Total Volume during lean hours= 571

Existing volume/capacity ratio= 238.5/2400= 0.23

The level of service is “B” that is Very Good.

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1 0.0 to 0.2 “A” (Excellent)

2 0.2 to 0.4 “B” (Very Good)

3 0.4 to 0.6 “C” (Good)

4 0.6 to 0.8 “D” (Fair)

5 0.8 to 1.0 “E” (Poor)

4 CHAPTER 4 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS &

MITIGATION MEASURES

Table of Contents

4 CHAPTER 4 ANTICIPATED IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES ..................................

4 Chapter 4 Anticipated Impacts & Mitigation Measures ................................................ 127

4.1 Prelude .................................................................................................................... 127

4.2 Identification of EnvironmentalImpacts ................................................................ 127

4.3 EnvironmentalParameters ...................................................................................... 127

4.3.1 Air Environment .................................................................................................. 127

4.3.2 Water Environment.............................................................................................. 128

4.3.3 Land Environment ............................................................................................... 128

4.3.4 Noise Environment .............................................................................................. 128

4.3.5 Occupational Health & Safety ............................................................................. 128

4.3.6 Ecology ................................................................................................................ 128

4.3.7 Socio Economic Environment ............................................................................ 129

4.4 Project Activities and Components ....................................................................... 129

4.4.1 Construction Phase............................................................................................. 129

4.5 Prediction of Environmental Impacts .................................................................... 131

4.6 Impacts during construction phase and its mitigative measures ....................... 133

4.7 IMPACTS DURING OPERATION PHASE AND ITS MITIGATIVE MEASURES ...... 138

4.8 Air Environment ...................................................................................................... 138

4.8.1 Noise Environment .............................................................................................. 143

4.8.2 Water Environment.............................................................................................. 144

4.8.3 Land Environment ............................................................................................... 144

4.8.4 Socio-Economic Environment ............................................................................ 145

4.8.5 Ecology and Biodiversity .................................................................................... 146

4.8.6 Occupational Health ............................................................................................ 146

List of Tables

Table 4-1- Identification of Impacts during Construction Phase ....................................... 130

Table 4-2- Identification of Impacts during Operation Phase............................................. 131

Table 4-3- Prediction of Impacts during Construction Phase ............................................ 132

Table 4-4- Prediction of Impacts during Operation Phase ................................................. 133

Table 4-5- Impacts & Aspect Analysis during Construction Phase ................................... 134

List of Figures

Figure 4-1 Ground level Concentration of PM10 ................................................................. 139

Figure 4-2 Ground Level Concentration of SO2 .................................................................. 140

Figure 4-3 Ground Level Concentration of NOX ................................................................. 141



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4 Chapter 4 Anticipated Impacts & Mitigation Measures

4.1 Prelude

This chapter identifies and predicts the potential impacts on different environmental components

due to the construction and operation of the proposed project. It details all the potential impacts

on biophysical and socio-economic components of the local environment due to the proposed

activities and sub-activities.

This chapter presents identification and appraisal of the likely impacts due to the proposed

expansion of M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd. Prediction of impacts is the most important

component in the Environmental Impact Assessment studies. Several qualitative and

quantitative techniques and methodologies are used to conduct analysis of the potential impacts

likely to build up as a result of the proposed development activities on physico-chemical,

ecological and socio-economic environments. Such predictions are superimposed over the

baseline (pre-project) status of the environmental quality to derive at the ultimate (post-project)

scenario of environmental conditions. The prediction and identification of impacts helps to

minimize the adverse impacts and maximize the beneficial impacts on environmental quality

during pre and post project execution.

4.2 Identification of Environmental Impacts

The identification of environmental impacts has been made, based on the understanding of

cause-condition-effect relationship between an activity and the impact component. To identify

and predict overall impact on environmental attributes, assessment task is performed for both

the phases i.e. Construction Phase and Operation Phase. Various techniques are available

for impact identification, out of which matrix method has been used to identify the impacts due

to the activities for the proposed project.

4.3 Environmental Parameters

For the purpose of the assessment of anticipated environmental impacts, some of the

environmental regimes are selected considering the probable impacts. The environmental

regimes along with the parameters predicted for the study area are given below;

4.3.1 Air Environment

Ambient air quality

Sources of emission and its quantity

Emission control measures / technology

Environment, health and safety management strategies



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4.3.2 Water Environment

Water consumption and waste water generation

Water and wastewater quality

Water and wastewater management system / technology


4.3.3 Land Environment

Potential of land use and land cover change

Potential of land contamination sources and control measures

Potential change in soil quality

4.3.4 Noise Environment

Major sources of noise from project activities

Control measures for noise


4.3.5 Occupational Health & Safety

Nature and type of operation works

Raw material and its management (handling, storage and transportation)

Operation hazard and control measures (precaution and prevention)

Management for safety of employees, welfare and health

Occupational health and safety plan

Emergency measures and action plan

Disaster management plan

4.3.6 Ecology

Flora and fauna of study area

Change in habitat and vegetation

Control measures for ecology and environment management strategies



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4.3.7 Socio Economic Environment

Demographic characteristics

Employment potential and allied issues

Basic amenities and infrastructure

Management strategies and social / community welfare plan

Occupational health and safety management plan

4.4 Project Activities and Components

The following project related activities identified as sources having potential to cause impact

upon various environmental attributes;

4.4.1 Construction Phase

All the impacts due to following activities during construction phase will be short term and limited

up to plot area.

Site cleaning

Levelling and road laying

Earthwork comprising of excavation, grading, trenching

Transportation of construction materials

Civil work

Mechanical erection

Employment

Domestic activities by workers

Greenbelt development

Operation Phase:

Each individual activity listed has its own impact on each environmental parameter. After

commissioning of the proposed project, operation phase will have permanent (long term) impact

due to said activities.

Raw material & product storage, handling and transportation

Manufacturing process & utility operations (consumption of resources & emission of

liquid effluent, flue & process gas, generation of solid/hazardous waste and Noise)

Employment



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Green Belt Development

Infrastructure development & CER activities

Other factors/situation such as breakdown of critical systems, induced growth in the vicinity of

factory etc. will influence the environmental parameters. During an emergency situation, the

impact scenario will be completely different from normal operation and the impact on the

surrounding environment will be adverse. To make sure that the proposed project does not

leave behind any negative impacts, the adverse impacts are also identified for emergency

during EIA study.

Table 4-1- Identification of Impacts during Construction Phase

Sr.

No.

Parameter

Activity A

ir

Wate

r

Lan

d

No

ise

Eco

log

y

Healt

h &

Safe

ty

So

cio

Eco

no

mic

1. Site Cleaning X X

2. Leveling & road laying X X X X

3. Earthwork comprising of

excavation, guarding

trenching

X X X

4. Transportation of

construction materials

X X

5. Civil work X X X

6. Mechanical erection X X X X X

7. Employment X X X X

8. Domestic Activities by

workers

X X X X

9. Greenbelt development

Note: () Possibility of Impact (x): No impact will occur



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Table 4-2- Identification of Impacts during Operation Phase

Sr.

No.

Parameter

Activity Air

Wa

ter

Lan

d

No

ise

Ec

olo

gy

He

alt

h &

Sa

fety

So

cio

Eco

no

mic

1. Raw material & product

storage and handling

X X X X X

2. Transportation of raw

materials and finished

products

X X X X

3. Production & Utilities X X

4. Emergencies or disaster X

5. Breakdown of critical

systems

X X

6. Employment X X X X X

7. Greenbelt development X X

8. Infrastructure development

& CER activities

X X X X X

Note: ( ) Possibility of Impact (x): No impact will occur

4.5 Prediction of Environmental Impacts

Prediction of impacts involves determination of nature and extent of impacts due to the various

activities to be involved in the proposed project. Generally, impacts are classified as follows;

1. Positive or Negative

2. Short term or Long term

3. Significant or insignificant or moderate

4. Direct or indirect

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6. Quantifiable or non-quantifiable

7. Acceptable or conditionally acceptable or unacceptable

Looking to the project site, magnitude of project and pollution potential, impacts have been

predicted for following two classifications;

1. Positive or Negative

2. Short term or Long term

3. Significant or insignificant or moderate

Environmental Impacts are identified and assessed quantitatively and qualitatively. Prediction of

impacts for the both construction & operation phase is given in Table

Table 4-3- Prediction of Impacts during Construction Phase

Parameter

Activity

Air

Wa

ter

Lan

d

No

ise

Ec

olo

gy

He

alt

h &

Sa

fety

So

cio

Ec

on

om

ic

Site cleaning (-ve)

ST – (-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST –

Leveling and road

laying

(-ve)

ST – – (-ve)

ST – (-ve)

ST –

Earthwork comprising of excavation, grading, trenching

(-ve) ST

–

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

–

(-ve) ST

–

Transportation of

construction materials

(-ve)

ST – (-ve) ST

(-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST –

Civil construction (-ve)

ST

(-ve)

ST – (-ve)

ST – (-ve)

ST –

Mechanical erection (-ve)

ST – – – – (-ve)

ST –

Employment - (-ve) ST

_ _ _ (-ve)

ST (+ve) ST

Greenbelt development (+ve)

LT (+ve)

LT (+ve)

LT (+ve)

LT (+ve)

LT

(+ve)

LT (+ve)

LT

Note:(+ve): Positive Impact; (-ve): Negative Impact; ST: Short Term; LT: Long Term



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Table 4-4- Prediction of Impacts during Operation Phase

Parameter

Activity Air

Wa

ter

Lan

d

No

ise

Ec

olo

gy

He

alt

h &

Sa

fety

So

cio

Ec

on

om

ic

Raw material & Product storage and handling

(-ve) ST

– – – – (-ve) ST

–

Transportation of raw materials and finished products

(-ve) ST

– – (-ve)

ST – (-ve)

ST

–

Production & utilities (-ve)

LT

(-ve)

LT

(-ve)

LT

(-ve)

LT

– (-ve)

LT

–

Emergencies or disaster (-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) LT

–

Breakdown of critical systems

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

(-ve) ST

– (+ve) LT

-

Employment – – – – – (+ve) LT (+ve)

LT

Greenbelt development (+ve)

LT

– (+ve)

LT

(+ve)

LT

(+ve)

LT

– (+ve)

LT

Infrastructure development & CSR activities

– – – – – (+ve) LT (+ve)

LT

Note: (+ve): Positive Impact; (-ve): Negative Impact; ST: Short Term; LT: Long Term

4.6 Impacts during construction phase and its mitigative measures

Identification and prediction of impacts during construction phase of the proposed project are

discussed in Table 1. There shall be no significant impact during the construction phase. The key

problem anticipated would be increase in dust contamination and noise. However, these impacts

would be for a limited period i.e. up to construction period only. Impact aspect analysis during

construction phase and its mitigation measures are given in Table


90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213- Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka :Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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Table 4-5- Impacts & Aspect Analysis during Construction Phase

Attribute Aspects Impact Evaluation&

Impact Zone Mitigation Measures EMP Scope

Site Cleaning, Excavation, Foundation and Construction activities

Air

Quality

Dusting due

to site

cleaning,

excavation,

foundation

and

construction

Deterioration of ambient air quality

Negative,

Short term

Insignificant (as it

will be for short

duration and will

regain back on

completion of

construction

activities).

Confined to project site and vicinity

Storage of sand and other such

dispersible material by covering with

tarpaulin sheet

Keeping minimum inventory/stock of

sand and other such dispersible

material at site

Proper storage of excavated

materials with use of protective

sheets

Periodical water sprinkling to prevent dusting

Storage of topsoil in covered and

isolated area for its replenishing and

reuse for green belt development

Use of RMC to possible extent

Excavated materials to transporting

sound manner to prevent dust

spread during movement

Workers to be given proper training

Supervision of mitigation

measures to ensure its

effectiveness

Water

Quantity

Use of water

during

Construction

activity

Wastage of

water

Negative,

Short term

Moderate

Use of water shall be done in optimal way

Installation of water meter and record keeping of water consumption

Supervision of mitigation measures to ensure its effectiveness

Domestic

Sewage

generation

Disposal of

sewage

(treated)

Negative,

Short term

Insignificant

Prevent contamination of storm

water drain with sewage disposal

Regular inspection of STP for

sewage disposal



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Land /

Soil

Quality

Removal of

top soil as a

part of

construction

activity

Loss of topsoil Negative,

Short term

Insignificant

Confined to project

site

Top soil removed during construction

will be collected and stored in

covered and isolated area for its

replenishing and reuse for greenbelt

development

Planning and commencement

of green belt / area

development along with

construction phase

Noise Generation of

noise and

vibration due

to operation /

working of

construction

machineries

Hearing

defects in

workers /

employees

working with

the

machineries

Disturbance to local population

Negative,

Short term

Moderate and direct

Confined to project site and vicinity

Avoid construction activities during nighttime

Periodical servicing and lubrication

of moving parts of machineries for

reducing tear and wear

Provision of PPEs (ear muffs, ear plug) to workers working with machineries generating loud noise

For effective implementation,

these shall be made part of

contract conditions

Training to be imparted to

workers for use of PPEs and

motivate them to use the same

Ecology Site cleaning,

excavation

Nuisance to local flora and fauna

Negative,

Short term

Confined to project

site

Expert horticulturist will be deployed

to take care of green belt

development planning to enhance

the native species population

Planning and commencement

of green belt / area

development along with

construction phase

Occupational

Health &

Safety

Working at

height,

construction

of building,

use of lift

and

elevators

Chances of

accidents to

workers

/labors

Negative,

Short term

Confined to project site

Impart adequate training to workers/ labors working onsite

Make them aware about risks involved

Provision of required PPEs for the

workers.

Preparation and implementation

of safe work procedures

Training to be imparted to workers for use of PPEs



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Socio-

economic

Labor force

requirement Employment

opportunity to

local people

Positive,

Short term

Quantifiable

Local residents in

the vicinity

- Ensure employment to local people as per requirement

Transportation of Materials

Air

Quality

Transportation

as well as

loading /

unloading of

construction

materials,

equipment and

machineries

Local

ambient air

quality

deterioration

due to

increased

vehicular

traffic

Negative,

Short term

Moderate

Transportation route

All transportation vehicles will be

suitably covered with tarpaulin &

overloading of the vehicles will be

avoided.

PUC certified vehicles will be used to avoid the exhaust emission.

Keeping minimum

inventory/stock of sand and

other such dispersible material

at site

Transport contract to the

agencies having properly

maintained & PUC certified

vehicles to avoid the

exhaust emission

Noise Transportation

as well as

loading /

unloading of

construction

materials,

equipment and

machineries

Disturbance to local population

Negative,

Short term

Moderate


Vehicular movement will be preferred during daytime

Occupational

Health &

Safety

Traffic

movement Chances of

accidents to

local people

Negative,

Short term

Moderate

To avoid unnecessary speeding of

vehicles on road as well as inside

the premises.



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Attribute Aspects Impact Evaluation &


Socio-

economic

Contract to

transport

agencies

Chances of

contract to

local people

Negative,

Short term

Moderate


Ensure contract to local

agency / people as per

requirement

Installation of plant equipment and machineries

Water

Quantity

Installation,

testing and

commissioning of

plant equipment

and machineries

Water

consumption for

hydraulic testing

of machineries

Negative,

Short term

Insignificant

Possible reuse of water will be

made during equipment and

machineries testing

Optimal usage of water

Noise Installation,

testing and

commissioning of

plant equipment

and machineries

Chances of

hearing defects

to workers

engaged

inactivity

Disturbance to local people

Negative,

Short term

Insignificant

(short term and

temporary in nature)

Confined to project

site

Provision of PPEs (ear muffs, ear

plug) to workers working with

machineries generating loud noise

Information to nearby community heads about plant commencement

Provision of acoustic

enclosures and vibrating

absorbance pads

Occupational

Health &

Safety

Installation,

testing and

commissioning of

plant equipment

and machineries

Chances of

accidents to

workers /

employees /

personnel

working

Negative,

Short term

Insignificant

Confined to project

site

- -

Socio-

economic Unskilled,

Semis skilled

and Skilled

Work force

requirement

Opportunities of

employment

generation for

local people /

agencies

Positive,

Short term

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4.7 IMPACTS DURING OPERATION PHASE AND ITS MITIGATIVE MEASURES

The proposed expansion activity will have the environmental impact due to the operation of the

project on environment due to the various industrial activities like, raw-materials handling,

Induction Furnace operation, thermal radiation, vehicular movement, finished product handling,

labors activity, electrical installation etc. The potential environmental impact identified due to

proposed expansion will be on environmental parameters

Ambient air

Noise due to the metal materials movement

Water environment

Soil

Land use

Socio-economic impacts

Ecology & Biodiversity

4.8 Air Environment

Long term impacts on the air quality are anticipated due to operational activities. The baseline

ambient air quality status in the study area during post monsoon season indicates that all the

criteria pollutants (gaseous as well as particulates), viz., PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx, CO, etc. are

well within the prescribed National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS set by CPCB).

Stack monitoring for AOD unit, Induction furnace and DG set is carried out regularly. Air

pollution control measures like Bag filter is provided in the stack. Maintenance is and will be

done for good performance of APCM’s. The emissions are maintained as per CPCB limit.

4.8.1 Air Quality Modelling

AERMOD View – Lake Environmental Software, which is a Gaussian-Plume atmospheric

dispersion algorithm for estimating concentration of pollutant, has been used to predict the

Ground Level Concentrations (GLC’s) of PM10, SO2 and NOx due to plant activity. The GLC’s

were predicted on 24 hourly average basis keeping in view the prescribed national ambient air

quality standards (NAAQS).

Data used for Modeling

The hourly meteorological data along with emission rate for individual pollutants used for

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Particulate matter (PM10)

The predicted concentrations of PM10 for Post Monsoon season are shown in the form of

isopleths in Figure 4-1

Figure 4-1 Ground Level Concentration of PM10

The maximum Ground Level Concentration for PM 10 GLC was found to be 1.205

μg/m3



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Sulphur dioxide (SO2)

The predicted concentrations of SO2 for study period are shown in the form of isopleths in

Figure 4-2

Figure 4-2 Ground Level Concentration of SO2

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Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx)

The predicted concentrations of NOx for study period are shown in the form of isopleths in

Figure 4-3.

Figure 4-3 Ground Level Concentration of NOX

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Sr.

No.

Parameter Location

Code

Name of

Location of

Baseline

study with

maximum

result

Distance &

Direction of

the

maximum

predicted

incremental

GLC from

Project Site

Maximum

Predicted

GLC

μg/m3 in

study

area

Baseline

Result

(Max.)

μg/m3

Incremental

result after

development

of Project

1 PM 10 AAQ-5 Khakhariya 700m, W 1.205 87.2 88.40

2 PM 2.5 AAQ-5 Khakhariya 700m, W 0.542 37.7 38.242

3 SO2 AAQ-5 Khakhariya 600 m , W 0.306 9.8 10.10

4 NOx AAQ-5 Khakhariya 600 m , W 0.681 17.4 18.081

The prediction results corresponding to PM10, SO2 and NOx as shown above indicate that the air

quality impacts with respect to pollutants exclusively from the proposed expansion projects

would be insignificant and the post-project status shall remain under prescribed NAAQS for

Industrial, Residential and other areas.

Also, during the operation phase of the project, the impacts on air quality due to vehicular

emissions will be very less. Considering the nature of activities, which the proposed expansion

project will result, less number of vehicular movements within the site and low threshold values,

air pollution is not expected to be a major concern. It is for these reasons that the ambient air

quality predictions using models have not been carried out for fugitive emissions from vehicles.

4.8.2 Effect of Particulate Matters on Materials, Vegetation, Animals and Human

Being

The size of particles is directly linked to their potential for causing health problems. Small

particles less than 10 micrometers in diameter pose the greatest problems, because they can

get deep into your lungs, and some may even get into your bloodstream.

Exposure to such particles can affect both your lungs and your heart. Numerous scientific studies

have linked particle pollution exposure to a variety of problems, including:

Premature death in people with heart or lung disease

Non fatal heart attacks

Irregular heartbeat

Aggravated asthma

Decreased lung function

Increased respiratory symptoms, such as irritation of the airways, coughing or difficulty in

breathing.

People with heart or lung diseases, children, and older adults are the most likely to be affected

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Environmental damage Particles can be carried over long distances by wind and then settle on ground or water.

Depending on their chemical composition, the effects of this settling may include:

Making lakes and streams acidic

Changing the nutrient balance in coastal waters and large river basins

Depleting the nutrients in soil

Damaging sensitive forests and farm crops

Affecting the diversity of ecosystems

Contributing to acid rain effects.

Materials damage

PM can stain and damage stone and other materials, including culturally important objects such

as statues and monuments. Some of these effects are related to acid rain effects on materials.

Particulate matter (PM) alone or in combination with other pollutants constitutes a very serious

health hazard. PM enters the human body mainly via the respiratory system. Damage to the

respiratory organs may follow directly, since it has been observed particles having size between

0.01 to 0.1 µm which penetrate pulmonary compartment and deposit in it. It is extremely difficult

to obtain a direct relationship between exposure to various concentrations of PM and the

resulting effects upon human health.

Hence vehicular emissions will principally arise out of emissions from the exhausts of vehicles

used for the transport of Raw materials, fly ash and the transport of the workers. All vehicles

shall have Pollution Control Certificate (PUC) with regular maintenance check. However, their

effects are highly localized. In the dry season, there will also be some air pollution caused by re-

entrainment dust caused by operation of vehicles on dry roads and it’s proposed to control the

same by sprinkling on regular interval. Either covered dumpers shall be used or trucks shall be

covered through tarpaulin to prevent fugitive emissions.

4.8.3 Noise Environment

There will be chances of increase in noise level due to the operation of plant and machineries

for manufacturing activities, utility operations and transportation of products, raw materials and

fuel.

Exposure to continuous and extensive noise at a level higher than 85 dBA may lead to hearing

loss. Continuous hearing loss differs from person to person with the level, frequency and

duration of the noise exposed. Negative effects of noise on human beings are generally of a

physiological and psychological nature. Hearing losses are the most common effects among the

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reflexes, sleeping disorders may be considered among the other physiological effects. The

psychological effects of noise are more common compared to the psychological ones and they

can be seen in the forms of annoyance, stress, anger and concentration disorders as well as

difficulties in resting and perception.

Main source of noise in proposed plant is D. G. Set. However, the same will be stand by and

operated only in case of main power failure. Proper and timely lubrication, oiling

and maintenance is carried out for all plant and machineries. Thus, there will not be any major

source of higher noise generation which can be propagated in vicinity. Ear plugs and ear muffs

are provided to the workers working in high noise area. Greenbelt will act as a barrier to the

spread of noise in the vicinity.

Regular noise monitoring will be carried out at the prominent place in the premises. As far as

the noise that will be generated due to the transportation is concerned, the same will be

minimized through transportation only in day time and by maintaining transportation vehicles

properly.

4.8.4 Water Environment

Domestic wastewater generated will be treated in unit’s own STP. The major waste water

generation during operation phase will be from cooling tower blow down, boiler blow down and

domestic purpose. The waste water generated will mainly consist of high TDS level. The same

shall be neutralized in the ETP and reused within the plant premises for green belt development

and water sprinkling for dust separation.

Pucca flooring is done in ETP area to avoid any type of leakage that can be percolated into soil

and contaminated ground water. Thus, there will not be any adverse impact on Ground water as

well as Surface water during construction & operation phase.

4.8.5 Land Environment

During operation activity the impact of air, water and solid waste pollution on soil causes direct

and indirect effect on soil. For this, all the necessary air pollution control system will be

provided. So that there will not be any adverse impact on soil.

There will be no adverse effect of wastewater on soil since the treated effluent generated from

the ETP is evaporated in an evaporator.

All necessary control steps/measures will be provided in proposed plant for handling, storage

and disposal of solid/ hazardous waste generated. Industry has also developed greenbelt within

the premises which prevent soil erosion which may change the land use

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Impact: There are no major sources of land contamination from waste spillage. The used oil

shall be collected in drums and shall be sold to the authorized recyclers identified by the GPCB/

CPCB. The proposed project is within the existing industrial premises and do not involve much

resettlement and rehabilitation problems.

Solid and Hazardous Waste Generation

The major solid waste generated during the construction phase will be construction/ concrete

debris. Also domestic waste shall be generated. The same shall be disposed off through

municipality facility.

During operation phase, waste generated can be categorized as hazardous waste, Non

Hazardous Waste and Domestic Solid Waste. Used oil, ETP sludge, Acid residue from pickling,

etc will be mainly generated as hazardous waste which will be disposed as per Hazardous

waste rules, 2016.

Solid waste generation such as slag / iron residue while using iron / steel scrap will be @

500/- MT/year. it will be re-melt (as possible) final residue be given for filling up in low lying

area, construction or roads etc/ sale to actual end users.

Slag composition analysis as below:

Content Percentage

CaO 32-35%

SiO2 33-36%

Al2O3 15-20%

MgO 8-10%

FeO <1%

MnO <1.5%

S <1% Moisture 5-10%

4.8.6 Socio-Economic Environment

Proposed project will have long term positive impact on socio-economic environment due to

generation of direct employment for about 546 People, out of which 150 people will be

employed for proposed expansion. Preference will be given to the local people from then nearby

villages as per the requirement. In addition, secondary job will be increased because of the day-

to-day needs with the upcoming proposed the project. This will increase the employment

opportunity in the area as well as improve the living standard of the people in the area which

also will help in improving educational, medical, health and sanitation awareness in the people.

Local employees will get benefited by facilities like drinking water, sanitation, first aid etc.

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Moreover, unit carries out CER activities in the nearby area in the field of health, sanitation,

medical aids, educational aids and contribution in infrastructural development which has

beneficial impacts on socio-economic environment.

4.8.7 Ecology and Biodiversity

There is no sanctuary and national park within the 10 km area from the proposed project site.

Also no rare and endangered flora and fauna have been reported during study in 10km area

surrounding to the project site. Proposed project will be carried out in the owned land and no

vegetation will be required to be cleared.

Chances of adverse effect on ecology due to the proposed project may be occurred due to air

pollution caused by flue gases emission. However, unit has adequate environmental

management systems. Regular monitoring of various parameters will be carried out. Thus, there

will not be any adverse impact occurred on surrounding ecology due to the proposed project.

Greenbelt development will have positive impact on flora and fauna.

4.8.8 Occupational Health

Several health related issues can be occurred with the workers of chemical industries due to

long term exposure in dusting, noisy area, handling of some hazardous chemicals, gaseous

emissions etc.

In the proposed unit, drinking water and sanitation facilities are provided to workers. All the

necessary personal protective equipment’s are provided for the respective works. The unit has

provided such arrangements to minimize manual handling of chemicals and hazardous wastes.

Regular health check-ups are carried out of all the workers and record is maintained for the

same. Medical, fire and safety trainings are given time-to-time. Moreover, unit has provided

proper environmental management system and operates the same efficiently. Thus, there will

not be any possibility of adverse impact on workers’ health & the same shall be continued

further with the upcoming proposed project. Thus, no adverse impact is expected on sanitation

and community health.

5 CHAPTER 5 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

Draft Environment Impact Assessment Proposed expansion of integrated steel manufacturing plant with production capacity of 28,000 MTPA to 90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213- Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka


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Table of Contents 5 CHAPTER 5 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES .....................................................................

5 Chapter 5 Analysis of Alternatives ............................................................................... 149

5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 149

5.2 Project Details ......................................................................................................... 149

5.3 Site Alternative ........................................................................................................ 149

5.4 Alternative for Technologies .................................................................................. 149

List of Tables Table 5-1 Particular Proposed Technology Alternatives .................................................... 149



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5 Chapter 5 Analysis of Alternatives

5.1 Introduction

Alternative analysis is the process of analyzing the project’s location for suitability of basic

necessities to operate the plant safely this analysis also covers the environmental aspect of

pollution prevention and improvement in quality of life near to the project vicinity. The project

alternative is the course of action in pace of another, that would meet the same purpose and

need, but which would avoid or minimize negative impacts and enhance project benefits. Such

projects may result in specific impacts which can be avoided or mitigated by adherence to

certain predetermined performance standards, guidelines or design criteria. Alternative

approaches may therefore be more effective integrating environmental and social concerns into

the project planning process.

5.2 Project Details

M/s Rajputana Stainless Ltd. Is proposing expansion of integrated steel plant at 213- Madhwas,

Halol Kalol Road, Taluka :Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat.

The proposed project falls under the item no. 3(a) under Category B1 as per the EIA

notification-2006 (as amended timely).

5.3 Site Alternative

The project site is in proximity of Halol District of Gujarat State and the fact is that the proposed

project is to be done within the project area. Project proponent is very well familiar with the

surrounding environment therefore, it becomes easy for the unit to set up, operate & maintain

the project on above said location.

The other supporting features are briefly summarized hereunder:

Availability of adequate land; Availability of all basic facilities like infrastructure,

communication, transportation, medical facilities, fuel, water, power, unskilled & skilled

manpower, raw materials, road network etc.

Proximity of market; Nearest town Halol is 7.3 km away from the project site which is

very well connected with other parts of the country by road & rail

No R & R will be required as it’s an expansion project; Easy availability of manpower.

No national park or wildlife habitats fall within 10 km radial distance from the project site.

The location of project is best suited to expand the manufacturing activities. So no

alternative for site is analyzed.

5.4 Alternative for Technologies

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Sr.

No. Particular Proposed technologies Alternatives

1. Manufacturing

Process

The unit will adopt latest and best

technology available so far in the

market for the manufacturing of

proposed products to achieve

maximum yield with minimum

pollution generation and fugitive

emission.

The unit is very concerned and

conscious about the product quality and

equally about the environmental

protection & resource conservation.

Hence, unit will put continuous efforts

for replacing / upgrading plant and

machineries from time to time with the

best available technology.

2. Water

Wastewater treatment plant

consisting of primary, secondary

& tertiary treatment and reused

for gardening.

Domestic wastewater will be

treated in unit’s own STP.

-

3. Air

Bag filters for secondary

emissions and wet scrubber for

pickling section are provided.

Same will be upgraded after

expansion of Project. Adequate

stack height will be provided for

DG set with acoustic enclosure.

Proposed technology is suitable to

control emission of process gases &

adequately designed, considering the

pollution load, to maintain prescribed

norms of GPCB.

4.

Solid/

Hazardous

waste

Solid & Hazardous Waste is

stored in separate storage area

and Hazardous. Waste finally

disposed to approved TSDF site,

reuse of waste & disposal by

selling to registered recycler.

As disposal facilities are safe and also

guided by authority. No new changes

are required for switching on to other

alternative

6 CHAPTER 6 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM

Draft Environment Impact Assessment Proposed expansion of integrated steel manufacturing plant with production capacity of 28,000 MTPA to 90,000 MTPA, Area 43000 m2 at Plot no. at 213- Madhwas, Halol Kalol Road, Taluka:

Kalol, District: Panchmahal – 389330, Gujarat by M/s. Rajputana Stainless Ltd.

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Table of Contents

6 CHAPTER 6 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM ..............................................

6 Chapter 6 Environmental Monitoring Program ............................................................ 153

6.1 Environmental Monitoring Program ...................................................................... 153

6.2 Objectives of Monitoring ........................................................................................ 153

6.3 Environmental Monitoring Program ...................................................................... 153

6.3.1 Monitoring and Reporting Procedure ............................................................. 153

6.4 Monitoring Equipment and Consumables ............................................................. 154

6.5 Environmental Budget ............................................................................................ 155

List of Tables

Table 6-1 Environmental Monitoring Plan (During Operational Phase) ............................ 154

Table 6-2 Budget Allocation for Environmental Management ........................................... 155



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6 Chapter 6 Environmental Monitoring Program

6.1 Environmental Monitoring Program

Environmental monitoring describes the processes and activities that need to take place to

characterize and monitor the quality of the environment. Environmental monitoring is used in the

Preparation of environmental impact assessments, as well as in many circumstances in which

human activities carry a risk of harmful effects on the natural environment. All monitoring

strategies and programs have reasons and justifications which are often designed to establish

the current status of an environment or to establish trends in environmental parameters.

Environmental Monitoring Network is operation phase of the project for monitoring of various

environmental parameters like air, water, noise, soil etc.

6.2 Objectives of Monitoring

To comply with the statutory requirements of monitoring for compliance with conditions of

EC, NOC and CC&A.

To comply with the provision of factory Act.

To verify the result of the impact assessment study in particular with regards to new

development.

Identification of any significant adverse transformation in environmental condition to plan

additional mitigation measures; if & as required.

To check or assess the efficiency of the controlling measures.

To ensure that new parameters, other than those identified in the impact assessment

study, do not become critical through the commissioning of new project.

To establish a data base for future impact assessment studies for new project.

6.3 Environmental Monitoring Program

Environmental Monitoring should be carried out during operation phase of the project.

6.3.1 Monitoring and Reporting Procedure

Regular monitoring of important and crucial environmental parameters is of immense

importance to assess the status of the environment during operational phase. With the

knowledge of baseline condition, the monitoring program can serve as an indicator for any

deterioration in environmental conditions due to operational phase and suitable mitigation steps

could be taken in time to safeguard the environment. Monitoring is as important as that of

control of pollution since the efficiency of control measures can only be determined by

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6.3.1.1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

Both ambient air quality and stack emission will be monitored. The ambient air quality with

respect to NOx, SO2, suspended particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) will be monitored in at

least 3-4locations in and around the project site through a reputed environmental laboratory

recognized by MoEF/NABL. Monitoring will be carried out for a period of 24 hours, every month

during construction phase and quarterly in operation phase. Similarly, all the stacks in the

proposed unit will be monitored once in three months with respect to NOx, SO2, Suspended

particulate matter (SPM).

6.3.1.2 Water monitoring

Ground water monitoring locations will be identified and periodically check the Physical,

chemical as well as biological parameter as per drinking water standard IS 10500: 2012.

6.3.1.3 Noise level monitoring

Monitoring of the noise level is essential to assess the effectiveness of Environmental

Management Plan implemented to reduce noise levels. A good quality sound level meter and

noise exposure meter may be procured for the same. Audiometric tests shall be conducted

periodically for the employees working close to the high noise sources. The noise levels due to

machines and equipments will be monitored regularly.

6.4 Monitoring Equipment and Consumables

A well-equipped laboratory with consumable items will be provided for monitoring of important

environmental parameters. Alternatively, monitoring can be outsourced from MoEF/NABL

recognized laboratory.

Table 6-1 Environmental Monitoring Plan (During Operational Phase)

Component Parameters Location Frequency Duration

Ambient Air Quality

PM10, PM2.5, SO2,NOx,

Minimum 3-4 locations with one on upwind side, one on downwind and one on lateral side and one at project site.

Quarterly 24 hrs

Point Source Emissions

Particulates, SO2,NOx,

Each stack – for flue gas

Quarterly As per the

CPCB guidelines

Noise level Leq day, Leq

night, L10, L50, L90 dB(A)

In and around the work zone

Quarterly

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Soil Quality Physico-chemical

characteristics At relevant locations Quarterly

Sample every season

Ecology Survival rate of

plantation

At locations of compensatory plantation and landscaping

Annually

For 3 years after

operation starts

Health All relevant parameters

Every 15 days Regular check ups

As per requirement

Solid waste Depending on type of wastes

Solid waste disposal location

Once during each season

One time sample

Ground & Drinking water

As per IS 10500:2012

Adjoining village Quarterly At least at

three Locations.

6.5 Environmental Budget

For environment protection and management and pollution control and treatment and

monitoring systems, appropriate budgetary provision would be made and provision for recurring

expenditure for environment management of the project would be made. The details of budget

allocation during operation phase are given in below Table:

Table 6-2 Budget Allocation for Environmental Management

Capital cost = Rs. 86 Lakhs

Recurring cost = Rs. 34 Lakhs

Operation Phase (Rs.) in Lakhs

S.No. Pollution Control Measures Capital cost

per annum Rs. (Lakhs)

Recurring Cost Rs.

(Lakhs/Annum) 1 Air Pollution Control 40 10

2 Water Pollution Control 15 5

3 Noise Pollution Control 2 1

4 Occupational Health & safety,

firefighting system 20 10

5 Green Belt 4 2

6 Hazardous waste 3 4

7 AWH Monitoring Cost 2 2

Total 86 34

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Table of Contents 7 Chapter 7 Additional Studies ...................................................................... 159

7.1 Risk Assessment ......................................................................................... 159

7.1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 159

7.1.2 Objectives .............................................................................................. 159

7.1.3 Definition of Environmental Risks ......................................................... 160

7.1.4 Identification of Hazards ........................................................................ 161

7.1.5 Environmental Risk Evaluation .............................................................. 166

7.1.6 Risk Management Measures .................................................................. 173

7.2 On-Site Emergency Plan ............................................................................. 175

7.1.7 Accident Statistics ................................................................................. 176

7.1.8 Safety Inspections ................................................................................. 176

7.3 Off-Site Emergency Planning ...................................................................... 176

7.1.9 Testing of Emergency Planning ............................................................. 177

7.4 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN (DMP) .................................................... 177

List of Tables

Table 7-1 Hazard Identification Of The Proposed Steel Plant ............................................ 161

Table 7-2- Determination of risk potential ............................................................................. 168

Table 7-3-District Level Government Authorities ............................................................... 179

Table 7-4- Nearest fire station/Police station ...................................................................... 179

Table 7-5- Nearby hospitals & nursing homes .................................................................... 179



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7 Chapter 7Additional Studies

7.1 Risk Assessment

7.1.1 Introduction

It is essential to apply modern approaches to safety practices based on good design,

management and operational control. It is essential to identify potential hazards while

assessing design and development proposals which handle hazardous materials. Risk

assessment techniques have been recognized as an important tool for integrating and

internalizing safety in plant operation and production sequencing. So the risk assessment is

mandatory for all new projects process industries dealing with hazardous materials and severe

operating conditions.

In the below sections, identifications of various hazardous, probable risks in the storage and

handling of hazardous materials are addressed which gives a broad identification of risks

involved in proposed manufacturing plant. The Disaster Management Plan is prepared

considering the hazard and risk involved in proposed manufacturing activity.

We here address the basic hazard process involved in the Induction furnace. Let’s understand

the process involved: Induction furnaces produce their heat cleanly, without burning fuel.

Alternating electric current from an induction power unit flows into a furnace and through a coil

made of hollow copper tubing. Electrical current flowing in one direction in the induction coil

creates an electromagnetic field that induces an electrical current flow in the opposite direction

in the metal charge inside the furnace, producing heat that rapidly causes the metal to melt.

7.1.2 Objectives

The objectives of environmental risk assessment are governed by the following, which

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a) Identifying the potential hazardous areas so that adequate design safety

measures can be adopted to reduce the likelihood of accidental events.

b) Identifying the stakeholders and evaluating their risk along with proposing

adequate control techniques.

c) Identifying the probable areas of environmental disaster which can be

prevented by proper design of the installations and its controlled operation.

d) Managing the emergency situation or a disastrous event, if any, during the

plant operation.

Environmental risk assessment is a systematic approach for identification, evaluation,

mitigation and control of hazards that could occur as a result of failures in process,

procedures, or equipment. Increasing industrial accidents, loss of life & property, public

scrutiny, statutory requirements and intense industrial processes, all contribute to a growing

need to ensure that risk management is conducted and implemented.

Managing a disastrous event would require prompt action by the operators and plant

emergency staff using all their existing resources like deployment of firefighting equipment,

operation of emergency shut off valves, water sprays etc.

Minimising the immediate consequences of a hazardous event include cordoning off,

evacuation, medical assistance and providing correct information to the families of the

affected persons and local public to avoid rumours and panic.

Lastly, an expert committee is required to probe the cause of such an event, even if it is a

"near miss" situation, note the loss incurred/would have been incurred, and suggest

remedial measures for implementation so that in future such events or similar events do not

recur.

7.1.3 Definition of Environmental Risks

The following terms related to environmental risks are defined before reviewing the

environmental risks:

Harm Damage to person, property or environment.

Hazard Situation that poses a level of threat to life, health, property,

or environment. A hazardous situation that has come to pass

is called an incident. Hazard and possibility interact together

to create risk. An environmental hazard is thus going to be a

set of circumstances, which leads to direct or indirect

degradation of environment and damage to the life and

property.

Risk The probability of harm or likelihood of harmful occurrence

and its severity. Environmental risk is a measure of the

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Consequence Effect due to occurrence of the event, which may endanger

the environment permanently or temporarily and, or, loss of

life and property.

Environmental The consequence can extensively disaster damage any one

or all the four components of the environment, namely, (i)

physico-chemical, (ii) biological, (iii) human and (iv)

aesthetics.

7.1.4 Identification of Hazards

This is an early check of major hazards, which are of risk potential - including the potential for

disastrous interactions of the various plant operational activities. This checklist, though not

strictly speaking a Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) would considerably facilitate a full

scale HAZOP Study for final drawing up of risk management.

Measures when the ‘design-freeze’ stage commences. The identification of hazards

anticipation for the proposed project activities are presented below.

Table 7-1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPOSED STEEL PLANT

Group Item Nature of

Hazard

Hazard

Potential Remarks

Raw materials

handling

Coal for coking Fire Moderate Fire hazard

Water treatment

chemicals like

acids/alkalis

Toxic Major Bio-Corrosive

Production

units

Coke Plant

Dusts and fumes Asphyxiation Moderate Air pollution

VOC emission from

battery Toxic Moderate Health Hazard

Coke Oven Gas Fire & Toxic Major Fire and CO

hazard

Tar Fire & Toxic Moderate Flammable

Agglomeration

(Sintering) Dusts Respiratory Moderate

Ambient air

pollution

Iron making in

Release of untreated BF

water Toxic Major

Severe pollution

of surface water

BFG handling Fire Major Fire Hazard

Hot metal & slag

handling Fire Major Fire Hazard

Steel making in Release of untreated

BOFs wastewater Toxic Major

Severe pollution

of surface water



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BOFG handling Fire Major Bio-corrosive

Hot liquid steel & slag

handling Heat Radiation Major Fire Hazard

Rolling Mills

Gas firing Fire Major Fire Hazard

Release of untreated

wastewater Toxic Major

Severe pollution

of surface water

Captive Power

Plant (CPP) TRT Fire Major Fire Hazard

Utilities

-Fuel gas Gas leaks Fire & Toxic Major

Fire & CO

pollution

Electric Power

supply Short Circuit Fire Major Fire hazard

Liquid Fuel Fuel handling and

storage area Fire & Toxic Major Fire Hazard

Hydraulic oil

and lubricants

Accidental discharge of

hydraulic oil under

pressure

Fire & Toxic Moderate Fire and

personal injury

From the Table, it may be observed that major on-site emergency situation may occur from the

organic coal chemicals storage and handling, fuel gas handling, molten metal and slag handling,

acids and alkali storage and handling and electrical short-circuit. The off-site environmental

disaster may arise if large-scale fire or explosion occurs, the effect of which extends beyond the

plant boundary. The off-site environmental disaster may take place due to significant

environmental degradation for a sustained period.

7.1.4.1 Hazards due to handling of molten metal

Wet material charging and failure of refractory are common cause of molten metal spillage /

splashing in induction furnace. Wet charge materials are a serious safety hazard in all

foundries. Water, moisture, or any liquid-bearing material instantaneously turns to steam when

coming in contact with molten metal — expanding to 1,600 times its original volume and

producing a violent explosion. This occurs without warning and throws molten metal and

possibly high-temperature solids out of the furnace, putting workers, the furnace itself, and

nearby plant and equipment at risk.

A water/molten metal explosion can occur in any type of furnace. For an induction furnace,

however, the may be more serious, including the possibility of additional explosions caused by

liquid in a ruptured cooling system coming in contact with molten metal in the bath. Molten

metal need not be present in the furnace for a water/molten metal explosion to occur.

Explosions also can occur if sealed drums or containers containing water are charged into an

empty but hot furnace. In this case, the force of the explosion will eject the newly charged

material and quite likely damage the refractory lining as well. Human interference are

eliminated near the Furnace during the operations.

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In foundries where most of the charge originates as scrap, wet charge materials pose the

greatest cause for concern.

Some foundries reduce the possibility of water/molten metal explosions by storing scrap under

cover for at least one day and then carefully inspecting the charge for any residual moisture. A

more reliable solution being used by an increasing number of foundries today is to use remote

charging systems with charge dryers or pre heaters.

Remote charging systems permit the operator to be away from the furnace or behind protective

screens during charging. Dryers and pre heaters maximize the removal of water and moisture

before the scrap enters the bath.

Sealed Containers

An easily overlooked danger is posed by sealed containers and sections of tubing or piping

that are sheared, closing the ends. Containers holding combustible liquids or their fumes will

explode long before the scrap itself melts. Pre- heating sealed materials will not prevent this

hazard. Aerosol cans, oxygen cylinders, propane tanks, acetylene tanks and shock absorbers

must never be used as charge material.

In fact, there is a risk that a sealed container will explode inside the preheating systems.

Operator vigilance is the only preventive measure.

Cold charges, tools, cold aluminium “sow” moulds and easily fragmented materials pose a

special hazard for induction furnaces and their operating personnel because they may contain

a thin layer of surface or absorbed moisture. On contact with the bath, the moisture turns to

steam, causing spitting or splashing.

Appropriate protective clothing and face and eye protection normally will protect the operator.

Preheating the charge and tools helps prevent many splashing injuries.

In ferrous metal foundries the greatest splashing risk occurs toward the end of the melt, when a

foundry worker adds ferroalloys or introduces tools into the melt. Ferro-alloy materials can

absorb moisture from their surroundings. Sampling spoons and slag rakes collect moisture as

a thin film of condensation. Following manufacturers’ instructions for storing alloying materials

and preheating tools minimizes moisture accumulation, reducing the risk of splashing.

Since it is impossible to wring every bit of humidity from the open air, there is always a potential

for moisture condensation and splashing. Moisture condensation and absorption tend to

increase with time between melts. Therefore, the greatest splashing hazards are likely to occur

at the beginning of the work week or workday, or after a furnace have been taken out of service

for maintenance.

Allowing more time for the initial melt during this startup periods can help to reduce the

potential for splashing hazards. During normal pours, sparks can ignite flammable clothing,

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7.1.4.2 Bridging Hazard

It is important that care be taken when charging the furnace so that charge continues to feed

into the molten pool properly. If it hangs up due to interlocking or bridging, superheating below

can erode the refractory, causing molten metal to penetrate to the coil.

This results in loss of the melt and loss of the lining, and represents a very dangerous

condition. Should the molten metal burn through the coil, the water in the coil can cause an

explosion, causing serious injury or death.

When material charged into the top portion of the furnace is not in contact with the molten

metal in the bottom of the furnace, the condition known as “bridging” exists.

When bridging occurs, unmelted charge material is no longer serving to moderate the

temperature of the bath during the melting cycle. Also, the air gap between the molten metal

and the bridge acts as an insulator. The molten metal in the bottom of the furnace, under the

impact of melting power, will superheat.

This superheating in an induction furnace will occur very rapidly and will soon raise the

temperature of the bath above the maximum temperature rating of the refractory.

Also, excessive stirring in the bottom of the furnace, due to the small metal mass and high

power density will combine with the high metal temperature to cause rapid lining erosion or

possibly complete refractory failure.

Without immediate attention to a “bridging” condition, a run-out or explosion will occur. If the

run out is through the bottom of the furnace, it can cause a fire under the furnace and in the pit

area with loss of hydraulics and water cooling.

If the molten metal melts through the furnace coil and water comes in contact with the molten

metal, the water instantaneously turns into steam with an expansion rate of 1600 to 1.

If the water gets under the molten metal, this instantaneous expansion will produce an

explosion which could cause injury or death and extensive damage to equipment.

Be sure to keep the furnace pit area clean and dry because it is designed to hold molten metal

in case of an emergency.

Bridging can occur in any induction furnace and all furnace operators must be trained to be

able to recognize bridging and its dangers. All operators must be trained how to solve a bridging

problem.

Warning Signs of Bridging

Bridging may reveal itself with one of several warning signs. The clearest warning sign that

bridging has occurred is that the melt is taking longer than expected. Rather than increase the

power, the operator must switch off power and evacuate all personnel from the area

immediately. Under no circumstances should the operator increase power.

If ferrous metal is being melted, the chemical reaction which it creates on contact with the

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This gas may reveal itself as small blue flames on or in the bridge. The appearance of these

flames indicates the bridge may be pressurized, and it must not be breached. In the case of a

nonferrous charge, gas production will also occur, but there are no flames or other visible

indications.

In the event of a Bridge

Bridging can be minimized by using proper charge material and by making sure the different

sizes of charge material are added correctly. If a bridge occurs, power must be turned off

immediately. All personnel must be evacuated from the furnace area until enough time has

elapsed to allow the molten metal to solidify.

7.1.4.3 Ground & Leak Detection Systems

The ground detector is a primary safety device. Never operate the unit with a faulty ground

detection system. Many factors (lining condition, etc.) influence the operation and speed of

operation of the ground leak detector. If a leak is suspected at any time, cease operation, clear

the melt deck area of all personnel and empty the furnace.

The ground and leak detector system for use with most coreless induction furnaces and power

supply units is crucial to safe melting and holding operations. The system, which includes both a

ground detector module associated with the power supply and a ground leak probe, located in

the furnace (except in removable crucible furnaces), is designed to provide important protection

against electrical shock and warning of metal to coil penetration, a highly dangerous condition

that could lead to a furnace eruption or explosion.

Ground Leak Probe Key to Protection

Key to this protection in furnaces with rammed linings or conductive crucibles is the ground leak

probe in the bottom of the furnace. This probe is composed of an electrical ground connected to

several wires extending through the refractory and in contact with the molten bath or

conductive crucible. This system serves to electrically ground the molten bath.

Both of these probe configurations are designed to provide shock protection to melt deck

workers by helping to ensure that there is no voltage potential in the molten bath. If molten

metal were to touch the coil, the ground leak probe would conduct current from the coil to

ground.

This would be detected by the ground detector module and the power would be shut off to stop

any coil arcing. This also would prevent high voltage from being carried by the molten metal or

furnace charge.

Such high voltage could cause serious or even fatal electrical shock to the operator if he/she

were to come into conductive contact with the bath. Coil cooling sections in the top and bottom

of a steel shell furnace serve to maintain uniform refractory temperatures throughout the

furnace to maximize lining life. In steel shell furnaces, these cooling sections are electrically

isolated from the active coil, principally to insulate the active coil from ground leakage at the

top and bottom of the furnace. If a fin of metal reaches the cooling coil, the metal simply

freezes. The ground and leak detector system can sense metal penetration to the cooling

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improved arrangement is accomplished by incorporating a simple device in all new steel shell

furnaces to put low-level DC voltage on the top and bottom cooling coils. With this voltage, a

metal fin touching a cooling section will trip the ground leak detector, turning off the power to

the furnace and alerting the operator to the problem. And since the voltage on the cooling coil

is low, the fault will generate only extremely low current, upto 150 milli amperes.

Unlike systems which directly connect their cooling coil sections to the active coil to provide

ground fault detector protection, this low current poses no risk to the coil. It avoids the danger

of a large fault blowing a hole in the tubing used for cooling coils.

The coreless furnace must not be operated without a functioning ground detector and ground

leak probe. The ground leak probe may not be required in removable crucibles and some

special vacuum furnaces. As a normal safety precaution, power to the furnace must always be

turned off during slagging, sampling and temperature measuring.

7.1.5 Environmental Risk Evaluation

From environmental hazards point of view, risk analysis (RA) acts as a scrutinizing vehicle for

establishing the priority in risk management that concerns human health and environmental quality

in general. Though the proposed facilities are not manufacturing, storing or handling any potentially

hazardous/toxic chemicals as scheduled in Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous

Chemicals (MSHC) Rules, 1989 and its amendments thereof, the proposed facility would have

installations, such as, storage and handling of fuel oil.

Environmental Qualitative Risk Analysis Flow Chart Procedure is explicitly depicted on the next

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Evaluation of Risk potential helps to rank the risks, so that the

management actions can be developed to address the most

significant risks

These three parameters are combined in a ‘Risk matrix’ to

evaluate Risk potential , that determine the overall assessment

of the risk that pose threats to the various elements of the

environment

Determination of

‘Severity of

Consequence’

Determination of

‘Likelihood of

Detection’

Determination of

‘Likelihood of

Occurrence’

Environmental Risk Qualitative Analysis

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS FLOW SHEET

As revealed in the chart in the preceding page, raw materials & consumable chemicals, and

processing of the same in various production units, along with relative risk potential analysis is

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i) likelihood of occurrence

ii) likelihood of detection

iii) severity of consequence

Each of these factors is graded and compiled to determine the risk potential. The factors

governing the determination of relative risk potentials are presented below.

Table 7-2- Determination of risk potential

(A) (B) (C)

Likelihood of

occurrence

Likelihood of

detection

Severity of

consequence

Criteria Rank Criteria Rank Criteria Rank

Very High 5 Very High 1 None 2

High 4 High 2 Minor 4

Moderate 3 Moderate 3 Low 6

Low 2 Low 4 Moderate 8

Very Low 1 Very Low 5 High 10

RISK POTENTIAL (RP) = (A + B) x C

Based on the above stated criteria for assessing the risk, each probable event has been evaluated

by addressing several questions on the probability of event occurrence in view of the in-built

design features, detection response, operational practice and its likely consequence.

A HAZOP Study for the selected units/areas needs to be undertaken at the ‘design-freeze’

stage, when P&I diagrams, shop layout drawings, control logic diagrams, technical

specifications etc are made ready. For these areas, ‘Fault Tree Analysis’ of the failure of

equipment/valve component or due to human error can be carried out to assess more

realistically the risk involved and draw up final management measures. It is also suggested to

conduct HAZOP/HAZID Study for the fuel gas distribution network to incorporate last minute

corrections in the design of the system from fail-safe angle, prior to commissioning.

7.1.5.1 Safety During Construction

Safety during construction would be an important aspect with regards to risk analysis of the

project. The safety during construction would be prescribed as follows:

i) Ensure that all employees and contract workers are well versed with the safety

guidelines of the organisation and well equipped with the Personal Protective

equipments (PPEs) such as safety helmets, safety shoes, goggles, hand

gloves, safety jackets, earmuffs, etc.

ii) Ensure that Construction Safety Manual elaborating all the safety

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involved in construction.

iii) Ensure that Safety gears like Fall arresters, lifelines etc are used compulsorily for

height work

iv) Ensure that the Operating procedures and control management system is in

place and meticulously followed by all workers.

v) Ensure regular safety suit, identify and analyse hazards to reduce risk associated

with the particular operation.

vi) Arrange display signs for material strictly prohibited inside any work premises like

inflammable materials, firearms, weapons & ammunitions, etc.

vii) Arrange display signs for restricted area

viii) Arrange direction signs (night glowing) and speed limit signs along the

construction roads.

ix) Arrange clear demarcation of passage within Construction area with proper safety

arrangements,

x) Developing ‘Dos’ &‘Don’ts’ during various types of works like working at heights,

etc.

xi) Ensure that emergency control mechanisms like switch, valve and emergency

lamp are covered with shield, water & shock resistance cover during rain etc

and peddle switch for bigger rotating machinery mixer etc. There should be no

temporary cable joints and open air working switch yard at enriched level.

xii) Adequate information about emergency numbers shall be displayed

everywhere. There would be emergency control room, emergency controller,

shift emergency controller to take proper control of any unwanted situation and

have an overall control.

Following the above measures would ensure that safety is being strictly followed during all

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7.1.6 Safety during Operation

PPEs requirement for head to toe protection is described in the following subsection.

i) Head Protection

Purpose: To protect the head from injury due to falling or moving objects, impact on stationary

objects and from impact due to falls. Requirements:

a) Safety helmets must be worn where recognized potential for the injuries described above

exists.

b) Safety helmets shall not be modified or painted as this may affect the integrity of the helmet

c) In order to allow safety helmet colours to be used to differentiate personnel and visitors from

other personnel and to make personnel visibility different colours should be reserved and

followed

d) Helmet should be made up of FRP which should meet the standard IS: 2925 or EN 397. e)

Helmets should be cleaned by dipping in hot water (140 0 F) with good detergent for 1 minute

and scrub.

f) It should be periodically inspected for any scratches, wear and tear.

ii) Eye Protection

Purpose: To protect eyes from damage due to impact, penetration, burns, splashes and flying

particles and ultra violet radiation.

a) Safety goggles must be worn at all times in all secure boundary areas except while inside an

office, amenity, cabin or fully enclosed vehicle. If the employee has power in eyes (myopic/

hypermetropic), power industrial glasses shall be used. In absence of well suited power

industrial goggles, over goggles with prescription glasses shall be used.

b) Selection of goggles must be done on the basis of type of job/ environment.

c) Different type of goggles should be used for chemical splashes, dusty environment, heat

prone areas, for oven inspection or while looking at the red molten metals.

d) Safety Goggles should be made up of polycarbonate material & meet the Standard ANSI

Z87.1 2003 or EN166.

e) For cleaning Polycarbonate glasses, they should be washed with water and then wiped off to

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Purpose: To conserve the hearing of personnel by use of hearing protection appropriate for

reducing the received sound energy levels of noisy equipment and processes to acceptable

levels.

Requirement:

a) Specified hearing protection i.e. ear plug or ear muff shall be worn if the noise level is above

85 decibel. All areas requiring the wearing of hearing protection shall be clearly sign posted.

b) Ear muff & Ear plug should meet the Standard EN 352.

c) Disposable ear plugs should be discarded after every use or as it gets dirty.

iv) Hand Protection

Purpose: To protect the hand from injuries such as cuts, grazes, burns, ingress of chemicals &

electric shock.

Requirements:

a) The personnel should wear hand gloves as per the hazard other than general purpose

cotton hand gloves or knitted hand gloves while performing their job/ task as mentioned in the

SOP.

b) Hand Gloves should meet the standard EN 420 for general requirement, EN 388 for

mechanical hazard, EN 407 for molten metal splashes and heat applications.

c) Selection of hand gloves should be done on basis of application.

d) Before use, they should be checked for punctures, tears or other defects and discarded if

found not OK. Chemical-use gloves should be tested for leaks periodically by inflation with air

and immersion in water. Do not use this test for polyvinyl alcohol gloves as they are water

soluble.

e) Disposable gloves should not be reused. Contaminated gloves must be disposed in an

appropriate manner and should not be placed in the regular trash. Always store gloves in a

clean, accessible area. Never store contaminated gloves – dispose of them in the appropriate

manner.

v) Foot Protection

Purpose: To protect the feet from risks ranging from crush and impact injuries to slips, cuts,

penetration wounds, electric shock and splashes with liquids and molten metal.

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a) Personnel working inside the plant must wear ISO /EN approved safety footwear, in good

condition.

b) To ensure footwear quality, personnel are required to wear prescribed company issued

safety footwear, in good condition, while working in the plant.

c) The personnel should worn Heat resistance boot if the surface temperature is more than 100

Degree Celsius in their work place.

d) The personnel should wear PVC Gum boot if they have to perform their job in muck/ mud or

leg can dip into above the ankle.

e) Safety shoes meet the standard ISO 20345.

vi) Respiratory Protection

Purpose: To protect all employees (of the company as well as of the contractors) against

respiratory hazards through the use of respiratory protective equipment.

Requirements:

a) The primary control of contaminated air shall be maintained through engineering methods by

confining processes, providing exhausts, or providing substitution of less toxic materials.

Where engineering remedies are not feasible or are not available, or while they are being

evaluated or implemented, and when the atmospheric exposure to a toxic material may exceed

the recommended ceiling or time-weighted average limit for a given pollutant, respiratory

protection will be required to protect the health of employees.

b) Suitable respirator will be provided to the employee by the department in consultation with

Safety expert and manufacturer (if required).

c) While selecting a respirator for a particular job environment following factors to be

considered

Severity of hazard

Expected activity of the wearer

Degree of protection required

Ease and comfort with which it can be worn

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Purpose: To protect the body from injuries such as cuts, grazes, burns and the effects of

exposure to heat, cold and ultra violet radiation & collision from moving machines.

Requirements:

a) Persons working in the plant are required to wear right industrial clothing in good condition.

Clothing must fully cover the legs and arms. If specified in Departmental Standard Operating

Procedure (SOP), it may be acceptable to wear short sleeved shirts in specific plant areas or

for specific tasks.

b) Specific PPE should be used if person is exposed to hazard of molten metal splashes,

electric flash, high heat, radiation, chemical splash complying with relevant EN/ ANSI

standards. Clauses like E for molten spatter protection in EN 11612 shall be applicable.

c) Chemical protective clothing should be used when there may be exposure to chemicals

presenting a skin contact hazard, for example, when transferring chemicals from one container

to another, when opening or entering systems such as pipelines, reactors, filters, or storage

tanks, or when connecting or disconnecting cargo tanks.

d) When working with mixture of chemicals, the best material for some components of the

mixture may be totally inadequate for one or more of the remaining components. TECP (Totally

Encapsulating Chemically Protective suits), face shields, goggles, aprons, foot wears shall be

adopted as per application.

e) High visibility jacket complying to EN 471 or equivalent should be used to make personnel

more visible to avoid collision from heavy vehicles and moving equipment Machines. f) Rail

crew jackets should be worn for people working on or near rail tracks. g) Double Lanyard Full

Body Harness to be used while working at height.

7.1.7 Risk Management Measures

The risk management measures for the proposed project activities require adoption of best

safety practice at respective construction zones within the Works boundary. In addition, the

design and engineering of the proposed facilities would take into consideration proposed

protection measures for air and water environment as outlined in earlier Chapter.

7.1.7.1 Electrical Safety

Adequately rated quick-response circuit breakers, aided by reliable, selective

digital/microprocessor-based electro-magnetic protective relays would be incorporated in the

electrical system design for the proposed Project. The metering instruments would be of

proper accuracy class and scale dimensions. Appropriate use of ELCBs shall be ensured for

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7.1.7.2 Fire Prevention

In addition to the yard fire hydrant system, each individual shop would be provided with fire

and smoke detection alarm system. Fire detection system would be interlocked with

automated water sprinklers.

The use, storage and handling of hazardous materials in unit require special care for its

receipt to end use by storages, transfer of hazardous materials at premises. The hazardous

materials storages, handling, use and produce require understanding the hazard

characteristics, storage property, handling precautions, preventive measures during the

handling.

Safety Measures

Details of flame proof electrical fittings, DCP extinguishers and other safety measures:

Thermal Suits

Flame proof electrical motors, pump and switches are provided.

Separate storage of flammable materials with proper labelling and

marking with authorized entry.

No Smoking - board

Safe Operating Procedure for each operation

Train and qualified manpower for hazardous materials handling with knowledge of

hazards and precautions

Water Shower off-Production area

Flameproof fittings at solvent usage area.

Use of proper PPEs for relevant activity.

Availability of First-Aid box with required

contents

Premedical and periodical medical examination of

worker

Inspection and checking of fire extinguishers, cranes, pressure vessels, hoist, chain

pulley, etc. at periodic intervals.

Maintain proper housekeeping

7.1.7.3 CO Detection and Prevention

Carbon Monoxide (CO), a potential toxic gas, is produced due to incomplete combustion of

carbonaceous fuel. Exposure to CO, due to leakage and other accidental causes, is

associated with headache, dizziness, fatigue, and even death at elevated concentration.

Hence, it is important to install carbon monoxide detector/alarm in BF areas and pipelines to

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case there is CO leakage. This would immediately stir probe and management of the

scenario. Proper maintenance of the detector system is crucial.

7.2 On-Site Emergency Plan

Emergency planning is an integral part of the environment and safety management of an

organisation. Emergency may arise due to manmade reasons resulting in heavy leakage,

fire, explosion, failure of critical control system, design deficiency, unsafe acts, etc, and

natural causes like earthquake, flood, cyclone, excessive rain, etc. It is crucial for effective

management of an accident to minimize the losses to the people and property, both in and

around the facility, termed as on-site and off-site emergency plan.

The vital aspect in emergency management is to prevent accidents and losses by technical

and organizational measures. Emergency planning demonstrates the organizational

commitment to the safety of employees and adds to the organization’s safety awareness.

The objective of the on-site emergency plan is to make maximum use of the combined

resources of the factory and the outside services to:

i) Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control

ii) Minimize damage to property and environment

iii) Effective rescue and treatment of casualties

iv) Safeguard personnel in the premises (Provision of safe assembly points and

escape route)

v) Provide information to relatives

vi) Identify any casualty

vii) Provide authoritative information to news/media

viii) Secure safe rehabilitation of affected areas

ix) Preserve relevant records and equipment for

subsequent inquiry into the cause and circumstances of emergency

The on-site emergency plan relates to a laid-down procedure after taking care of all

precautionary measures at the time of design-freezing and plant trial testing. The Operations

General Manager would have the responsibility to implement this procedure manual.

Implementation involves the following:

i) The Environment Management Division (EMD) would have separate group

manned by only those persons, who are capable of keeping themselves

unperturbed and cool during emergency. They would be fast in taking decision

and implementation of the same.

ii) The command area, duties and responsibilities to the assigned person would

be defined as-

iii) These key personnel of Rajputana Stainless Steel would work as ‘Works

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Controller’.

iv) These key personnel would be trained with various simulated cases, if

necessary, and how the problems need to be tackled.

v) Rajputana Stainless Steel Ltd. would be equipped with communication and

public alarm system.

vi) Assessment of the size and nature of the events foreseen, its probability of

occurrence and if happens, the advanced action plan.

vii) Liaison with the outside local authorities including the

emergency services.

viii) Rehearsing emergency procedures.

7.1.8 Accident Statistics

The section of EMD dealing with Emergency would record the events of both minor and

major accidents, listing all the details such as place, date &time, duration, probable cause,

extent of damage, personnel affected, man-hours lost, medical assistance provided etc so as

to analyse these data for drawing up necessary corrective measures.

7.1.9 Safety Inspections

Monthly safety inspection of all departments would be carried out by Health & Safety

Department. Additionally, half-yearly Safety Audit is performed including all aspects of

Occupational Health &Safety for all the areas

7.3 Off-Site Emergency Planning

The off-site emergency plan is also an integral part of any major hazard control system. This

particular plan relates to only those accidental events, which could affect people and the

environment outside the plant boundary. Incidents, which would have very severe

consequences, yet have a small probability of occurrence would be in this category

The implementing authority of the off-site plan is the local authority and not the plant

authority. But Rajputana Stainless Steel Ltd. would have a written document on how to ask

for off-site plan implementation in case the consequence of any event escalates to such an

extent that it goes beyond the plant authority’s jurisdiction. Probability of such occurrence is

though remote, but still there remains a probability.

The Rajputana Stainless Steel would therefore have laid down procedure covering the

following:

i) Identification of local authorities like civil defence, police, district collectors,

their names, addresses and communication links.

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fighting equipment etc.

iii) Details of specialist agencies, firms and people upon whom it may be

necessary to call.

iv) Details of voluntary organisation.

v) Meteorological information.

vi) Humanitarian arrangements like transport, evacuation centres, first aid,

ambulance, community kitchen etc.

vii) Public information through media, informing relatives, public address system

etc.

7.1.10 Testing of Emergency Planning

The plant authority would test from time to time the efficacy of off-site emergency plan in

conjunction with on-site emergency plan. One essential component of this mock drill is to see

that whether procedures related to communication, mobilization of equipment and overall co-

ordination to face the crisis is in order or not.

7.4 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN (DMP)

A disaster is a catastrophic event that causes serious injuries, loss of life &extensive damage to

Plant & property. It is a situation which goes beyond the control of the available resource of any

authority or organization. A number of factors could trigger accidents leading to a disaster, some

of which are as follows: (a) Process and safety system failures - Technical errors - Human

errors (b) Natural Calamities: earthquake, Tsunami etc.

The DMP is formulated with an aim of taking precautionary measures to control the hazard

propagation and to take such action that the damage following a disaster is the minimum.

The objective of the DMP is to make use of the combined resources of the plant and the outside

services to achieve the following:

i) Effective rescue and medical treatment of casualties

ii) Safeguard other people

iii) Minimize damage to property and the environment

iv) Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control

v) Identify any dead

vi) Provide for the needs of relatives

vii) Provide authoritative information to the news media

viii) Secure the safe rehabilitation of affected area

ix) Preserve relevant records and equipment for the subsequent inquiry into the

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In effect, DMP helps to optimize operational efficiency to rescue rehabilitation and render

medical help and to restore normalcy

The following hazards for disaster management have been considered:

i) Fire

ii) Explosion &Toxic release

iii) Oil spillage/liquid metal spillage

iv) Electrocution

v) Accident

These hazards and the events that can lead to these hazards have already been discussed in

the preceding sections.

Few elementary disaster management measures to prevent disaster due to the above

mentioned hazards are as follows:

i) Design, manufacture, operation and maintenance of all plant

machineries/structures as per applicable national and international standards

as laid down by statutory authority.

ii) Intelligent formulation of layout to provide ‘Assembly Point’ and safe access

way for personnel in case of a hazardous event/disaster, as can be inferred

from Risk & Consequence modelling.

iii) Proper emergency (both on site & off-site) preparedness plan, emergency

response team, emergency communication, emergency responsibilities,

emergency facilities, and emergency actions shall be developed.

iv) Proper Alarm system and training the personnel for appropriate response

during disastrous situation.

v) Complete fire protection coverage for the entire plant as per regulatory

stipulations.

vi) Creation and maintenance of Disaster Management cell with adequately

trained personnel who can handle all sorts of emergency situation.

i) Provision of funds for prevention of disaster, mitigation, capacity-building and

preparedness.

It would be advisable to carry out a detail DMP at the design stage itself to frame a proper

scheme for disaster management. However, this would be subjected to subsequent

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Table 7-3-District Level Government Authorities

1. DISTRICT COLLECTOR Collector office Compound Godhra,

Dist. Panchmahal, Phone No. (02672) 242800 / 242900

2. Asst. Director, Industrial Safety & Health Office of Asstt. Director, Ind. Safety & Health

Fourth Floor, Multi-storied Building Collector Office Compound Godhra, Dist. Panchmahal.

Phone No. (02672) 241870 (R) 265415

3. DISTRICT SUPRENTENDENT OF POLICE Godhra, Dist. Panchmahals

Phone no. (02672) 242200 (R) 242629

4. GUJARAT POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD 20, Haidari Society, Opp: DSP Bungalow,

CIVIL Lines road Godhra. Dist : Panchmahals Phone No: (02672)245869/245991

5. CENTRAL POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD Western zonal office, Synergy house-2,Gorwa

Subhanpura road, Vadodara-390023 Phone no. (0265) 2283226, 2283239

Table 7-4- Nearest fire station/Police station

Sr/No. Name Phone nos.

1. Kalol Nagar Panchayat Fire Service station 02676- 235101

2. Kalol Nagar Police Station 02676- 235100

Table 7-5- Nearby hospitals & nursing homes

Sr/No. Name Phone Nos.

1 Dr. D.K. Supeda. 02676- 235817

2 Referral Hospital, Kalol 02676- 235937

3 ESI Hospital, Kalol 02676- 235390

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Table of Contents 8 CHAPTER 8 PROJECT BENEFITS ................................................................................... 1

8 Chapter 8 Project Benefits ............................................................................................ 182

8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 182

8.2 Employment Potential ............................................................................................ 182

8.3 Improvement in Physical & Social Infrastructure ................................................. 182

8.4 Other Tangible Benefits .......................................................................................... 182

8.5 Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) ...................................................... 183

List of Tables Table 8-1 CER Budget ........................................................................................................... 183



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8 Chapter 8 Project Benefits

8.1 Introduction

Project benefits focus on those points which become beneficial to the surrounding area or

community in terms of infrastructural development, Social development, employment and other

tangible benefits due to project. Proposed expansion project has a potential for employment of

skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled employees during construction phase as well as operational

phase.

8.2 Employment Potential

Total 546 persons will be employed, potential for skilled & unskilled, for the operation and

maintenance in efficient way. First Preference will be given to the local people from nearby

villages according to the skill as well as requirement which will increase employment opportunity

in the surrounding area. Secondary jobs and indirect employment are also bound to be

generated to provide day-to-day needs and services to the work force and industrial activity.

The employed people are benefited financially as this financial growth fulfills their economic

requirements, which in turn will increase their standard of living.

8.3 Improvement in Physical & Social Infrastructure

Following will be other improvements in the physical infrastructure:

Adoption of new technology.

Awareness in local educated people for new technology.

Improvement in local amenities facilities.

Improvement in road link facilities as transportation through truck and other vehicles will

increased due to proposed project.

Improvement in local civilization.

Increase income of local population

Increase requirement of man power

Due to proposed project activity, social infrastructure will be improved by means of

civilization, vocational training and basic amenities.

Civilization: Due to the project, employment and other infrastructural facilities will boost up

income of surrounding people and improve quality of life. This will indirectly boost up the

civilization of the surrounding people.

Basic Amenities: Better education facilities, proper healthcare, road infrastructure and

drinking water facilities are basic social amenities for better living standard of any human

being which will further increase the above amenities directly/indirectly either by providing

or by improving the facilities in the area, which will help in uplifting the living standards of

local communities.

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Employment & trade opportunities will be generated with the starting of the proposed expansion

activities. Thus, these considerable employment & trade opportunities will eventually result in

appreciable economic benefits to the local people & businesses/contractors. Proposed

expansion project will also contribute revenue to the State exchequer in the form of GST –goods

& services tax which includes excise duty, income tax, state sales tax or VAT, tax for interstate

movement, etc. Direct GST contribution to the State exchequer will be there due to Income by

way of registration of trucks, payment of road tax, income tax from individual as well as taxes

from associated units. Thus, the proposed expansion project will help the Government by

paying GST from time to time, which is a part of revenue and thus, will help in developing the

area.

Benefits of GST implementation in the country will reduce manufacturing costs due to lower

burden of taxes on the manufacturing sector. Hence prices of consumer goods will be likely to

come down causing increased demand and consumption of goods leading to increase in supply.

Hence this will ultimately lead to rise in the production of goods & increase growth in both

domestic and international trade. Thus, it would bring an increase in the GDP.

The CSR activities by the company can be considerably beneficial for the health, education,

upliftment of poor people, welfare of women & labors, assistance to the disabled people etc.

These all together with the economic benefits of the proposed project will result in further

benefits in terms of the literacy level, primary and middle level education and on health facilities.

8.5 Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER)

Industry will provide 1 % of the proposed expansion project cost (i.e. 3.5 Lakh) towards the

Corporate Environment Responsibility. Socio-economic development activities will be planned

based on the as well as general necessity in villages

Table 8-1 CER Budget

Type of Activities

Total amount to be spent (Rs.)

1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year Total amount

Awareness Programme to nearby people

regarding basic sanitation/hygiene and rain

water conservation

46,100 46500 23,400 1,16,000

Mosquito fogging during mosquito breeding

season at villages 49000 49000 24,500 1,22,500

Provision of medical equipments like stretcher,

wheel chair, BP monitoring machines, blood

testing kits at villages

44,500 44,500 22,500 1,11,500

Total 1,39,600 1,40,000 70,400 3,50,000

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Table of Contents 1 CHAPTER 9 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS ..................................................

9 Chapter 9 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis ................................................................. 186

9.1 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis .................................................................................. 186



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9 Chapter 9 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis

9.1 Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis

As per EIA Notification 2006, this Chapter of the ‘Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis’ is

applicable only if it is recommended at the Scoping stage. However, as per the TOR points

issued by SEIAA, Gujarat vide File No. SEIAA/GUJ/TOR/3(a)/1803/2019 dated11/12/2019, the

Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis is not applicable and hence it has not been prepared.

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PLAN

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Table of Contents 10 CHAPTER 10 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...............................................

10 Chapter 10 Environmental Management Plan .......................................................... 189

10.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................... 189

10.2 Objective of Environmental Management Plan ................................................. 189

10.2.1 Components of EMP ........................................................................................ 190

10.3 Environmental Management Systems (EMS) .................................................... 190

10.4 Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) ........................................................... 190

10.5 Environmental Management Cell (EMC) ............................................................ 191

10.5.1 Environmental Management Plan of Proposed Project ................................ 192

10.5.2 Environment management during operational phase for proposed ............ 192

10.6 Greenbelt Development Plan .............................................................................. 195

10.7 Rain Water Harvesting Scheme .......................................................................... 196

10.7.1 Runoff Calculation & Provision of Rainwater Tanks: .................................... 198

10.8 Occupational Health Management Plan ............................................................. 198

10.8.1 Induction Foundry Safety Fundamentals ....................................................... 199

10.8.2 Induction Electrical System Safety ................................................................. 200

Safety Recommendations for Supervisors & Managers .............................................. 200

10.9 Fire & Safety Management Plan ......................................................................... 201

10.10 Cleaner Production Technologies ...................................................................... 201

10.11 Budget for Environment Protection Measures .................................................. 202

List of Tables Table 10-1EMP for construction phase ................................................................... 192

Table 10-2EMP for Operational phase ..................................................................... 192

Table 10-3Details of Plant Species in Greenbelt .................................................... 196

Table 10-4Proposed Five Years Program for Greenbelt Development ................. 196

Table 10-5 Details of Rain Water Harvesting .......................................................... 198

Table 10-6 Budgetary allocation towards Environmental Management for

proposed project ....................................................................................................... 202

List of Figures Figure10-1 Environmental Management Cell ...................................................................... 191

Figure 2- Typical Diagram of artificial aquifer recharge through RWH ............................. 197



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10 Chapter 10 Environmental Management Plan

10.1 Introduction

To formulate and monitor Environmental Protection measures during and after commissioning

of project, preparation of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is required. The development

of sound Environment Management Plan is important to mitigate any adverse impacts of the

proposed expansion project. The plan should indicate the details as to how various measures

have been or are being proposed to be taken including cost components as may be required.

Cost of measures for environmental safeguards should be treated as an integral component of

the project cost and environmental aspects should be taken in to account at various stages of

the project.

Conceptualization: Preliminary Environmental Assessment.

Planning: Detailed studies of Environmental Impacts and design of safe

Guards

Execution: Implementation of Environmental safety measures

Operation: Monitoring of effectiveness of built in safe guards

The maximum amount of pollution load that can be discharged in the environment without

affecting the designated use and is governed by dilution, dispersion and removal due to natural

physico-chemical and biological processes is the Assimilative capacity of the study area. The

main objective of Environmental Management Plan is to warrant that the industrial development

in an identified particular study area needs to be entangled with judicious utilization of non-

renewable resources and to ensure that the stress/load on the ecosystem is within its

permissible assimilative capacity i.e. its carrying capacity.

The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is required to ensure sustainable development in

the area of the proposed expansion plant. Hence, it needs to be an all encompass plan for

which the proposed industry, Government, Regulating agencies like Pollution Control Board

working in the region and more importantly the affected population of the study area need to

extend their co-operation and contribution. The identification and quantification of impacts based

on scientific and mathematical modelling.

The Environmental Management Action Plan aims at controlling pollution at the source level to

the possible extent with the best available technology followed by treatment measures before

they are discharged. The recycling and re-use of industrial waste not only reduces the waste

generated but can be an economic gain to the industry.

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To limit/reduce the degree, extent, magnitude or duration of adverse impacts.

To treat all the pollutants i.e. liquid effluent, air emissions and hazardous waste with adoption

of adequate and efficient technology.

To comply with all the norms and standards stipulated by Gujarat Pollution Control

Board/Central Pollution Control Board.

To create good working conditions.

To reduce any risk hazards and design the disaster management plan.

Continuous development and search for innovative technologies for a cleaner and better

environment.

10.2.1 Components of EMP

EMP for the proposed project covers following aspects:

Description of mitigation measures which are proposed for project operation phase only.

Description of monitoring program.

Institutional arrangements.

Implementation schedule and reporting procedures.

All above aspects and objectives are kept in the view and considering the same EMP is

prepared for two major fields.

10.3 Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

Unit is well aware of environmental requirements for planning and implementation of the project

and Unit has set up a department with trained personnel headed under the qualified EHS

officer. As indicated in the impact and mitigation chapter of this report, the environmental impact

after proposed activity is very marginal release of pollutants due to the same.

10.4 Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)

Unit has make environmental management a part of overall Environment, Health and Safety

(EHS) Management system. This model EHS system suggests and addresses EMS issues

such as:

Management system expectation

Management leadership, responsibilities and accountability

Risk assessment and management

Compliance and other requirements

Personnel, training and contractor services

Documentation and communications

Facilities design and construction

Operation, maintenance and management

Community awareness and emergency response

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EHS management system audit

Management review and audit

10.5 Environmental Management Cell (EMC)

For effective implementation of the monitoring program, Unit has a permanent organizational

set-up as it is proposed expansion unit. Thus, unit has set-up permanent Environmental

Management Cell (EMC) for the effective implementation and monitoring of environmental

management system as given below.

EMC is regularly monitoring all project activities to ensure the appropriate implementation of all

environmental mitigation activities and to identify areas where environmental management plan

compliance is not satisfied. Responsibilities have been assigned to officer from various

disciplines to perform and co-ordinate the activities concerned with management and

implementation of environmental control measures. Partners of the company will be responsible

for overall environmental management. EHS officer will inform all the matter regarding

environmental management including reporting of non compliances / violations of environmental

norms.

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10.5.1 Environmental Management Plan of Proposed Project

Table 10-1EMP for construction phase

Description Source

Type of Pollutant/

Pollution

Potential

Control Measures

Various

Environmental

Parameters

such as

air, water,

noise, land/soil,

flora, fauna,

socio

economic,

Occupational

health & safety

There will not be any

major construction

activities carried out for

proposed expansion

project. There will be

only construction

activities related to

installation of

machineries for the

proposed expansion

project.

Particulate matter,

Fugitive

Emissions,

Domestic

Wastewater,

Noise,

Municipal waste,

hazardous waste

etc.

Regular sprinkling of the water

will be recommended during

the construction phase.

Tarpaulin sheet will be used to

cover the materials during

transportation.

Preventing maintenance of

machinery and transportation

vehicles should be carried out

regularly.

Regular use of PPE like nose

masks, gum-boots & hand

gloves while working.

Adequate space will be

provided for construction of

temporary sheds for

construction workers mobilized

by the contractors. Unit will

also supply potable water for

the construction workers.

10.5.2 Environment management during operational phase for proposed

The EMP for the proposed expansion project during its operational phase has been prepared for

the various environmental attributes like Air, Water, Land, Noise, Ecology, Socio-Economic etc

Table 10-2EMP for Operational phase

Description Source

Type of

Pollutant/Pollution

potential

Control Measures

Air Environment

Stack attached

to Induction

furnace, AOD

PM, SO2 and NOx

Bag filter has been

provided to the stack

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unit

and D.G. Sets

(Stand By)

furnace and AOD unit.

LDO will be used as fuel for

D.G. Set.

Proposed adequate stack

height will be provided for

the proposed AOD unit,

induction furnace and DG

set to control & disperse

the air pollutants within the

stipulated norms.

Water

Environment

Domestic

wastewater

Low Pollution

Potential

The domestic wastewater

generated will be treated in

unit’s own STP.

Industrial

wastewater

Slightly High

Pollution Potential

Industrial wastewater will be

generated from pickling process

and cooling blow-down along

with softening regeneration

water.

Stream from rinsing of pickling

bath will be collected in

separate acid proof brick lined

collection cum equalization

tank.

The stream will be then

subjected to physico –chemical

treatment for precipitation of

metallic salts in its hydroxide

form through raising the pH to

@ 9 to 9.5.

The physico chemically treated

mass will be pumped to plate

and frame type filter-press to

remove the hydroxide of metals.

The wet cake from the filter

press will be periodically

removed and it will be dried and

stored in a sludge storage area

for the final disposal to

authorized TSDF site.

The clear supernatant from the

filter press will be collected in

intermediate treated water



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sump and where stream or

cooling bleed-off along with

softening regeneration water

will be received and pH of

waste water will be corrected to

neutral by addition of mineral

acid, in case of need.


effluent will be then utilized as

makeup water of direct cooling

of sections of rods from rolling

mill.

Solid/

Hazardous

Waste

Management

Manufacturing

Activity,

Wastewater

Treatment

ETP Sludge +

Evaporation Residue,

Used Oil, &

Discarded Plastic

Bags/Drums

The ETP Sludge so

generated will be disposed-

off to the approved TSDF

site.

Used Oil will be sold to

registered recycler.

Discarded Plastic

Bags/Drums will be sold to

authorized vendor.

Hazardous waste storage

area is adequate for storing

additional waste generated

due to proposed project

activities.

Noise

Environment

Plant

Equipments and

various

Machinery

Low Pollution

Potential

In proposed unit all Noise

suppression measures

such as enclosures, buffers

and/or protective measures

will be provided, if required

necessary arrangement will

be made after proposed

(wherever noise level is

more than the prescribed

norms).

Same as proposed

practices employees will be

provided with ear protection

measures like earplugs or

earmuffs. Earplug will be



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provided to all workers

where exposure is 85 dB

(A) or more.

The transportation

contractor will be informed

to avoid unnecessary

speeding of the vehicles

inside the premises.

Regular oiling, lubrication

and preventive

maintenance will be carried

out for the machineries and

equipments to reduce noise

generation.

Unit will develop the

greenbelt area, within

industrial premises and

around the periphery to

prevent the noise pollution

in surrounding area.

10.6 Greenbelt Development Plan

The main objective of the green belt is to provide a barrier between the plant and the

surrounding areas. The green belt helps to halt soil erosion, make the eco-system more

sustainable, make the climate more conductive and restore water balance. The green belt helps

to capture the fugitive emissions and to attenuate the noise generated in the plant apart from

improving the aesthetics of the plant site.

Unit will develop the greenbelt area, which will be upgraded greenbelt within industrial premises

and around the periphery.

Out of total plant area 43000 m2, the 14200 m2 (33%) area will be developed into greenbelt

areas. Considering the environmental status of project area four main parameters like salinity,

draught, fire resistance, species with faster growth rate and ever green nature have been

considered while selecting the species.

Facts considered during selection of plant species for greenbelt development are:

Agro climatic zone (dry sub humid – as per CPCB) of the project area

Evergreen species to mitigate cumulative impacts due to other industries also.

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Biological–filter Efficiency: Absorption of gases, Dust capturing and noise control.

Details of the selected plant species for greenbelt area up gradation are given in the Table.

Table 10-3 Details of Plant Species in Greenbelt

Common Name of Trees Scientific Name Number of Species

Neem Azadirachta Indica 500

Gulmohar Delonix Regia 200

Asopalav PolyalthiaLongifolia 100

Mango Mangifera Indica 500

Shisham Dalbergia sissoo 300

Garmalo Cassia Fistula 200

Teak Tectono Grandis 300

Shirish AlbizioLebbeck 100

Total species 2000

Table 10-4 Proposed Five Years Program for Greenbelt Development

Proposed Five Years Program for Greenbelt Development

Plantation

Details

1st

Year

2nd

Year

3rd

Year

4th

Year

5th

Year Total

No. of plants 800 360 360 360 120 2000

Yearly

Percentage of

plantation to

be done

40 % 18 % 18 % 18 % 6 % 100 %

10.7 Rain Water Harvesting Scheme

Rain water harvesting is the technique of collection and storage of rain water at surface or in

sub surface aquifer, before it is lost at surface run off. The augmented resource can be

harvested in the time of need. Artificial recharge to ground water is a process by which the

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Tips for Maintenance of the R H S

Always keep the surroundings of the tank clean and hygienic.

Remove Algae from the roof tiles and asbestos sheets before the monsoon.

Drain the tank completely and clean from inside thoroughly before the monsoon.

Clean the water channels (Gutters) often during rainy season and definitely before the first

monsoon rain.

Avoid first 15 or 20 minutes of rain fall depending on the intensity of rain. Use the first flush

arrangement to drain off this first rain water.

Change the filter media every rainy season.

In coastal area the tank may be painted outside by corrosion resistant paint once in 3 years and

in other areas lime (Calcium Carbonate) based white wash may be applied not only for beauty

but also for cleanliness.

Withdraw water from the system at the rate of 5 lits/head/day.

This will ensure availability of water throughout the water scarcity period.

Cover all inlet and outlet pipes with closely knife nylon net or fine cloth or cap during non-rainy

season to avoid entry of insects, worms and mosquitoes.

The substances that go into the making of the roof should be nontoxic in nature.

Figure 2- Typical Diagram of artificial aquifer recharge through RWH



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10.7.1 Runoff Calculation & Provision of Rainwater Tanks:

The dependable rainfall of the project area is 792.61 mm. Calculation of rain water to be

harvested based on yearly rainfall and runoff is given in Table 10.5.

Table 10-5 Details of Rain Water Harvesting

Particular Details

Roof top area Open area Greenbelt area

Annual rainfall (m) 0.792

Catchment area available

(m2) 11770 12459 14200

Coefficient of runoff (as

per CGWB guideline) 0.85 0.20 0.15

Area wise volume of rain

water can be

harvested (Kilo Liter/year)

7923.56 1973.5 1686.96

Total volume of rain water

can be harvested

(KL/year)

11584.02

11584.02 KL/Year rain water will be used to recharge the ground water aquifers.

10.8 Occupational Health Management Plan

Currently, Industry has adopted all precautionary methods to reduce the risk of exposure of

hazards to employees and same will be continued after proposed, specifically:

Pre-employment and periodical medical examinations will be carried out to assess the health

status of the workers and medical records for the same will be maintained for each

employee.

A qualified doctor will be appointed on casual basis and required medicines, antidotes and

first-aid box will be procured under the guidance of appointed doctor as per guidelines of

Factory Act.

Personal Protective Equipment’s (PPEs) like helmet, goggles, hand gloves, safety shoes,

nose masks and ear protecting devices like ear plugs/ear muffs will be provided to all the

workers.

Adequate numbers of firefighting equipment and extinguishers will be installed as per

requirement of the fire risk in the proposed plant.

Proper training will be imparted to employees for use of safety appliances & first aid.

All workers will be trained on respective Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) so as to

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All loading/unloading will be carried out under technical guidance as per the Standard

Operating Procedure (SOP) generated for the particular raw material/product.

All pollution control equipment are periodically checked and maintained.

The work place area monitoring will be carried out for Particulate Matters (PM), VOCs &

Noise on regular basis.

Good housekeeping, proper and adequate ventilation and lighting will be arranged for better

workplace area as per guidelines of Factory Act.

Water purification and water cooler will be provided for safe drinking water.

10.8.1 Induction Foundry Safety Fundamentals

Working with molten metal always has been, and always will be, a dangerous occupation. An

induction furnace is a place where three ingredients that are not otherwise brought together –

water, molten metal and electric current – are in close proximity to each other.

The quality of the components that make up an induction furnace system and the care that goes

into its assembly and maintenance are the foundry worker’s first line of defense against

accidents.

While it is impossible to remove the risk from melting metal, it is possible to make the melt shop

an accident-free workplace. It requires management to make safety a key corporate value, then

to communicate that to the foundry workers both by selecting the safest available equipment

and by expending every possible effort to assure that workers are instructed in its proper use. The only way to assure that no one is ever injured in the melt shop is to keep all personnel

away from molten metal, furnaces and holding and pouring equipment.

While this may seem like a farfetched solution, leading furnace manufacturers have actually

made considerable progress in designing remote furnace charging, operating and pouring

systems. Until these technologies are in common use, there are several steps foundry

supervisors can take to minimize worker contact with high risk areas.

Furnace manufacturers and other foundry equipment suppliers are continually attempting to

make the melt shop the safest possible work environment. That’s why virtually all induction

melting systems today include safety features such as ground leak detectors and backup cooling

systems.

Selecting the proper furnace, power supply or preheating and charging system is, of course, a

complex technical task. Frontline supervisors who become involved in equipment selection,

however, are in a good position to also evaluate a system’s safety features, safety certifications,

overall quality and operational efficiencies.

To avoid any occupational health hazards workers involved for handling of hazardous Materials

are trained for proper handling of materials as per standard operating procedure with safety

measures and aware about characteristics of hazardous materials with display of do’s and

don’ts at handling area, as well as provided required PPES and not allow to work without PPEs.



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Periodic training and awareness regarding handling of Hazardous materials and induction

training for new workers. Periodic medical examination carried out at frequency of 6 months

for any occupational diseases through registered hygienist and records shall be kept in form 33

& 34.

10.8.2 Induction Electrical System Safety While induction systems present more exposed conductive surfaces than other industrial

equipment, they are designed with a variety of safety systems to deal with these hazards. For

example, current handling bus bars and components are surrounded by enclosures.

Safety interlocks turn off power if power supply access panels (except bolted-on panels) or

doors are opened while the unit is running. They are also designed to prevent accidental starting

if access panels or doors are open.

The following are basic rules for electrical safety on the melt deck:

Only trained and qualified personnel who have read and understood the equipment

manuals are to be permitted to run induction melting equipment. A trained operator must

be fully knowledgeable about the system’s controls, alarms and limits, diagnostic functions

and safety features, and must be fully versed in the rules and procedures related to the

system’s operation.

Induction melting equipment must not be run if any safety systems are inoperable or

bypassed.

Unless a system operator is also a trained and qualified electrical service technician, he

must never open the power supply cabinet doors or gain access to any secured high

voltage area.

Power to the furnace must be turned off whenever any process involving contact with the

metal bath is taking place, such as taking samples, checking metal temperature or

slagging. This is to prevent electrocution if safety systems should fail and the bath is in

conductive contact with the induction coil.

Keep cabinet doors and access panels locked and bolted- on panels in place at all times.

Safety Recommendations for Supervisors & Managers

Supervisors need to be especially aware of electrical safety. Increased use of induction furnace

technology has made it necessary for a growing number of maintenance and repair workers to

come into close proximity to high current conductors.

Many maintenance technicians, particularly those who work with low-voltage devices, such as

control systems, do not fully appreciate the risk posed by the high levels of voltage and current

used in induction melting.

It is imperative these individuals be impressed with the fact that shortcuts, such as overriding

safety interlocks during troubleshooting, are absolutely unacceptable when working with even

the smallest induction furnaces and power supplies.

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system is another effective measure to prevent electrical shock.

The following procedures can help minimize the risk of electrical accidents while servicing

induction furnace coils, power supplies and conductors:

Post warning notices for all systems operating at high voltages as required by OSHA and

local codes.

Allow only trained and qualified personnel to perform maintenance or repair. Disconnect

and lockout/ tag-out the power supply during maintenance.

Forbid entry into any enclosures until the main circuit interrupter is locked in the OFF

position and circuit interrupter poles are confirmed to be open.

Wait 5 minutes after opening a circuit interrupter before opening cabinet doors. This

allows capacitors time to discharge.

Test all bus bars for residual voltage before touching.

If the power supply energizes more than one furnace, leads to the furnace undergoing

maintenance or repair must be disconnected from the power supply and the furnace

induction coil grounded

10.9 Fire & Safety Management Plan

Currently the company has provided sufficient fire extinguishers and fire hydrant systems for

protection of the plant building against fire due to electrical spark and short circuit. After

proposed the same will be upgraded in which automatic type fire extinguishing system will be

provided to protect the control and computer room areas from fire hazards.

Qualified and trained officers are managing the environment and safety department in the plant

and all persons in operation and maintenance of the plant have been given basic firefighting

training and after proposed the same will be maintained.

To avoid short-circuiting an earthing system will be designed and installed for a ground fault

short circuit. Grid resistance will be decided based on soil resistively and allowance for

corrosion. Electrical equipment will be flame proof. To avoid road accident due to spillage of

fuels and blockages of road, proper parking and road safety signs both inside and outside the

plant will be displayed. DCP, fire hydrant line, Foam, ABC & CO2 will be provided as fire fighting

instruments.

Good housekeeping, proper and adequate ventilation and lighting has been arranged for better

workplace area as per guidelines of Factory Act.

10.10 Cleaner Production Technologies

Currently, unit has adopted following cleaner production techniques:

Measured quantities of raw materials to minimize waste.

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Regular preventive maintenance for avoiding leakage, spillage etc. Is being carried out. After

proposed unit will upgrade cleaner production techniques for water conservation, hazardous

waste minimization, good housekeeping practices, maximum reuse/recycle, energy saving

etc. wherever possible;

Carrying out energy audit at regular time interval.

Installation and efficient use of rain water harvesting system.

Reusing treated industrial effluent in industrial activities.

Reusing spent/waste oil for lubrication in machineries and equipments within the premises.

Adopting good housekeeping practices by maintaining cleanliness in premises and providing

regular training and giving instructions for the same.

10.11 Budget for Environment Protection Measures

Unit will regularly and efficiently operate environmental management systems and keep

provision for fund for meeting expenses for the same. The budgetary allocation towards

Environmental Management for the proposed project is presented in the Table.

Table 10-6 Budgetary allocation towards Environmental Management for proposed

project

Operation Phase (Rs.) in Lakhs

S.No. Pollution Control Measures Capital cost

per annum Rs. (Lakhs)

Recurring Cost Rs.

(Lakhs/Annum) 1 Air Pollution Control 40 10

2 Water Pollution Control 15 5

3 Noise Pollution Control 2 1

4 Occupational Health & safety,

firefighting system 20 10

5 Green Belt 4 2

6 Hazardous waste 3 4

7 AWH Monitoring Cost 2 2

Total 86 34

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Table of Contents 1 CHAPTER 11 SUMMARY & CONCLUSION ..................................................................................

11 Chapter 11 Summary & Conclusion .................................................................................... 205

11.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 205

11.2 Air Environment ................................................................................................................... 205

11.3 Water Environment .............................................................................................................. 205

11.4 Noise Environment .............................................................................................................. 206

11.5 Land/Soil Environment ....................................................................................................... 206

11.6 Socio-Economic Environment .......................................................................................... 206

11.7 Conclusion ............................................................................................................................. 206



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11 Chapter 11 Summary & Conclusion

11.1 Introduction

Generally any project or action includes various impacts, which vary in magnitude as their

beneficial or adverse classification. At the same time it is very important to conclude that the

“overall” or “collective” impact of the proposed expansion project is beneficial or detrimental.

In case of the proposed expansion project, impacts are evaluated with respect to various

activities during operational phase.

11.2 Air Environment

The general meteorological data collected during the study period confirms that climatic status

of the study area is consistent with the regional meteorology. Baseline AAQ data indicates that

98th percentile concentration of PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO & VOCs in the study area are well

within the permissible limits as prescribed in the National Ambient Air Quality (NAAQ)

standards.

Based on the ground level concentration evaluated by Dispersion Modelling, it is found that due

to the operation of proposed expansion project incremental values of various parameters are

well within the permission limits as prescribed in the National Ambient Air Quality (NAAQ)

standards. Hence, it may be concluded that there would not be any adverse impacts on

surrounding air environment within the study area due to the proposed project.

11.3 Water Environment

Baseline data reveal that as per drinking water quality standards (IS 10500) overall quality of

both surface & ground water is suitable for domestic activity including agricultural activity.

Ground water quality in the area meets the Water Quality Standards (IS 10500) for drinking

water except for parameters like Chloride, Calcium, Magnesium and coliforms whereas surface

water quality in the area meets the Water Quality Standards (IS 10500) for drinking water

except for parameters like TDS, Turbidity, Chloride, Total Hardness, Magnesium and coliforms.

The total water requirement for proposed expansion will be 128 KL/Day. Water will be obtained

through bore well to fulfil such requirements. However, industry proposed to install rainwater

harvesting system to collect the rain water and use in the domestic purpose.

Domestic wastewater will be treated in the treated in unit’s own STP and industrial wastewater

will be collected and treated in ETP. Treated effluent will be reused for gardening. Thus, it can

be concluded that there would not be any significant adverse impact on the water environment

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11.4 Noise Environment

Noise level in the project premises will be controlled at the source itself by appropriate use of

noise suppressing systems. Noise level in the surrounding study area is well within the

permissible limits as prescribed in the National Noise Quality Standards. Thus, noise generated

due to the project activity shall create negligible impact in surrounding environments. This shall

further be attenuated by a barrier of plantation at the periphery of the plant.

11.5 Land/Soil Environment

The soil pollution is generally due to wastewater and solid waste. There will be no industrial

wastewater discharge as treated effluent will be ultimately evaporated off in an evaporator. Solid

waste generation will be very less during operation phase of the proposed project. Hazardous

waste will be properly collected, stored & ultimately disposed off to secured landfill/TSDF site.

All the solid/hazardous wastes generated from the unit after proposed will be properly collected,

stored & ultimately disposed off as per the applicable Act/Rules prescribed by statutory

authority. Therefore, there would be no adverse impact on the land environment due to the

proposed project.

11.6 Socio-Economic Environment

The proposed expansion project will generate employment during operation phase. The indirect

employment will also be generated by way of transportation, shopkeepers and other casual

employment for many people during operation phase as well as construction phase. Local

people will be given preference for the jobs in the proposed expansion project. Economic status

of the local people will improve due to the increased business opportunities, thereby making a

positive impact. Educational, medical and housing facilities in the study area will considerably

improve. Thus, the proposed expansion project will have significant positive impact on the

employment pattern of the study area.

11.7 Conclusion

Negligible impacts will occur on air quality. However, all the necessary air pollution control

measures will be provided.

No ecological damage will occur.

No adverse impacts will occur on water environment.

Local employment opportunities will increase.

Various other environment parameters like Forest/ National Park/ Sanctuary and Religious /

Historical Places will not be affected.

Environment Management Plan has been formulated to control all the pollutant parameters

and Environment Management Cell has been set-up to ensure that these parameters do not

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After commissioning of the proposed expansion project the Environmental Management Cell

will take care of all the pollution control measures.

It can be concluded on a positive note that after the implementation of the mitigation

measures and environmental management plan during the construction &operational phase,

there will be negligible impact on the environment.

CHAPTER- 12

DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED

11.1 ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE

Ambiental Global Private Limited is a leading environmental consulting organization promoted

by young professionals with experience and expertise in diverse sectors, thereby providing viable

solutions and professional services to promote environmental sustainability.

Apart from its own resources, Ambiental Global Private Limited also has association with

several leading consultancy firms who have competency and expertise in other areas. The

associations with these firms have helped to address the deliverables in an integrated fashion.

Each project is a value addition to the organization and hence results in environmental, economic

and social upliftment.

Ambiental Global Private Limited is accredited by QCI/NABET having certificate no.

NABET/EIA/1922/IA0047 valid till dated 17th June, 2022 for carrying out EIA/EMP study of

seven sectors as per EIA Notification, 2006 released by Ministry of Environment Forest &

Climate Change (MoEF & CC).

Ambiental Global Private Limited provides integrated solutions to complex problems in diverse

business areas of EIA, environment planning and site management. We thrive on quality, cost,

effectiveness and timely delivery of projects and have hence in a short span of time, successfully

accomplished a number of projects.

Consultancy Services

Environmental Impact Assessment HAZOP Study

Air Quality Assessment and Control

Measures

Environmental Remediation Consulting

Engineering

Water and Waste Water Quality

Assessment, Treatment and Management

EHS& Occupational Safety Management

Consulting

Soil Quality Assessment Preparation and Implementation for Various

sectors

Source apportionment Study Remediation Construction & Site Restoration

Carrying Capacity Study Solid Waste Management Services

Environmental Management Plan Natural resource management

Consent Management ETP & STP Establishment and Operation

Socioeconomic & Impact Assessment Environmental Research and Development

Environmental Legal Advice Training and Skill Development

Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA: For Proposed Expansion

“METALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES (FERROUS & NON FERROUS)” located at 213/1 ,213/2

,212/1 ,212/2 ,184 ,185 ,186/1 ,183/1 ,183/2 ,183/3 ,182/1, 214/1, 214/3 - Mahwas, Halol Kalol

road, Taluka: Kalol, Dist. Pachmahal – 389330, Gujarat. I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the

EIA team in the following capacity that developed the above EIA.

EIA coordinator:

Name Akansha Rampuria

Signature

Period of involvement Dec 2019 to till date

Contact Information R/o Plot no. 16, Second floor, Sector-04, Vaishali, District:

Ghaziabad, State: Uttar Pradesh, Pin Code- 201010.

Following Coordinators & Functional Area Experts:

S.No. Name of Person EC/FAE/FAA/TM Area of Expertise Signature

1. Praveen Singh EIA Coordinator & FAE EB

2. Laxmi Singh EIA Coordinator & FAE WP, SW

3. Punit Lal Mahto EIA Coordinator & FAE GEO, LU, HG

4. Aakanksha Rampuria EIA Coordinator & FAE AQ, SHW, WP,

AP

5. Pawan Kumar Bharti FAE NV, RH, AP, SC

6. Neha Singh FAE NV

7. Jaya Singh FAE SHW, RH

8. Ajeet Prasad FAE SE

9. Akash Gupta Assistant Manager Team

Member

Declaration by the Head of the accredited consultant organization/ authorized

person: I, Sourabh Tyagi, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA:

Proposed Expansion “METALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES (FERROUS & NON FERROUS)”

located at 213/1 ,213/2 ,212/1 ,212/2 ,184 ,185 ,186/1 ,183/1 ,183/2 ,183/3 ,182/1, 214/1, 214/3 -

Mahwas, Halol Kalol road, Taluka: Kalol, Dist. Pachmahal – 389330, Gujarat. I also confirm that

EIA Coordinator (EC) and experts has gone through the report, and the consultant organization

shall be fully accountable for any misleading information.

It is certified that no unethical practices, plagiarism involved in carrying out the work and external

data / text has not been used without proper acknowledgement while preparing this EIA report.

Name: Mr. Sourabh Tyagi,

Designation: Director

Name of the EIA consultant organization: M/s Ambiental Global Private Limited

NABET Certificate No.& Issue Date: NABET/EIA/1922/IA0047

11.1 ACCREDITION/ FROM QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA, QCI

Ambiental Global Private Limited has got accreditation from QCI NABET.

NABL Accreditation Certificate of the laboratory

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