REPORT FOR PUBLIC HEARING

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
For
BROWNFIELD PROJECT FOR SUBSTANTIAL EXPANSION BY INSTALLATION OF
PRODUCTION FACILITIES FOR PROUCTION OF: SPONGE IRON 375,000 TPA; MILD
STEEL BILLET 365,400 TPA; REROLLED STEEL PRODUCTS THROUGH HOT
CHARGING AND THROUGH REHEATING FURNACE 350,000 TPA AND CAPTIVE
POWER 40 MW (30 MW THROUGH WHRB AND 10 MW THROUGH AFBC)
At
VILLAGE - TARAIMAL, TAHSIL - GHARGHODA,
DISTRICT - RAIGARH, CHHATTISGARH

Terms of Reference File No. IA-J-11011/195/2021-IA-II(I) dated 2nd June, 2021

Category A, Schedule 3 (a) Metallurgical Industries & Thermal Power Plant (Sector 4) 1(d)

Baseline Monitoring Period: Pre Monsoon Season (1st March 2021 to 31st May 2021)

PROJECT PROPONENT
M/S. NRVS STEELS LIMITED

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

M/s Anacon Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur

QCI-NABET Accredited EIA Consultant for
Metallurgical Industries (Sector 8) 3(a) & Thermal Power Plant (Sector 4) 1(d)
MoEF&CC (GOI) Recognized Laboratory
ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0 INTRODUCTION
M/s. NRVS Steels Limited has proposed to expand the existing capacity of manufacturing facilities for
production of Sponge Iron, MS Billet, along with captive power generation plant comprising of Waste
Heat Recovery Boilers (WHRB) and Atmospheric Fluidized Bed Combustion (AFBC) Boiler. The
Company NRVS has taken over the two existing companies (i.e., Seleno Steels Ltd. and later Keshav
Sponge and Energy Pvt. Ltd.) who were operating their respective sponge iron plants with Induction
furnaces and power plant for which they had obtained consents from CECB for their existing plant.
The existing brownfield project will be expanded within in 25.33 Ha. of already existing total land
area. It is proposed to expand the existing facilities by implementing manufacturing facilities for
production of Sponge Iron (180,000 TPA to 375,000 TPA), Induction furnace with CCM (51,600 to
365,400 TPA), Rolling mill (15000 TPA (not implemented) to 350,000 TPA), Captive power plant
(total 18 MW (15 MW implemented) to 40 MW) as a Brownfield project at Village Taraimal, Tehsil
Gharghoda, District- Raigarh (C.G.)
As per Environmental Impact Assessment Notification dated 14th September, 2006 and subsequent
amendment thereof, Sponge Iron plant and Steel Melting Shop (Induction Furnaces, with LRF) fall
under S. No. 3(a) of schedule EIA Notification 2006. The AFBC based power plant is falls under falls
under S. No. 1(d) of schedule EIA Notification 2006. It is also proposed to implement facilitates for
Hot Charging Rolling Mill and Billet Reheating Furnace. The overall project falls under Category “A”;
Project Activity ‘3(a)’ Metallurgical Industries and ‘1(d)’ Thermal Power Plant and requires
Environmental Clearance (EC) to be obtained from EAC, MoEF & CC, New Delhi.
The online application for prior Environmental Clearance (Form-1) was submitted to EAC, Delhi vide
proposal no. IA/CG/IND/210323/2021 Dated 07/05/2021 for proposed expansion project and the
proposal was accepted by Member secretary dated 10/05/2021. The proposal was considered by the
Expert Appraisal Committee (Industry -I) during its 36th meeting of Re-constituted EAC (industry-I)
held on 19th May 2021. The Terms of References (ToR) has granted for the proposed project (Vide
F. no. IA-J-11011/195/2021-IA-II(I) dtd. 2nd June 2021) for preparation of the EIA-EMP Report.
Anacon Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur, is QCI-NABET accredited in ‘Category A’ environment
consultant organization has been assigned to undertake an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
study and preparation of Environment Management Plan (EMP) for various environmental
components, which may be affected due to the impacts arising out of the proposed project.
The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environment Management Plan report is prepared
for obtaining Environmental Clearance (EC) from MoEF&CC, New Delhi and the Consent for
Establishment from the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board (CECB) for the proposed
expansion project.
This EIA report is prepared based on the ToR conditions recommended by EAC (Industry – I), New
Delhi and project related technical details provided by M/s. NRVS Steels Limited.
1.1 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT
M/s. NRVS Steels Limited has proposed to expand the existing facilities by implementing
manufacturing facilities for production of Sponge Iron with WHRB (180,000 to 375,000 TPA),
Induction furnace with CCM/PCM (51,600 to 365,400 TPA), Rolling mill (15,000 (not implemented) to
350,000 TPA), Captive power plant (Total 18 MW (implemented 15 MW) to 40 MW) as a Brownfield
project at Village Taraimal, Tehsil Gharghoda, District – Raigarh, Chhattisgarh.

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1.2 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT

The proposed expansion project activities will be carried out within existing plant premises which is
25.33 Ha. Plant is located at Khasra No. 1/7क/2, 15/2, 16, 15/1, 24/1क, 24/1ख, 24/1ग, 26/3, 26/5ख,
26/6ख, 26/7क, 26/7ख, 26/8ख, 26/8क, 26/9, 29, 31, 1/8, 1/18 क, 1/7 ख, 1/7 ग, 1/18 ख, 1/18 ग and 1/7
क/1. Village Taraimal, Tehsil Gharghoda, District – Raigarh, Chhattisgarh. The nearest city is Raigarh
which is around 14.1 km in south-south-east direction. Nearest airport is Raigarh (Airstrip) which is
around 22 km in south direction and Veer Surendra Sai Airport, Jharsuguda which is around 71.2 km
at East-south-East direction. Nearest railway station is Kirodimalnagar Railway Station, 12.0 km, S.
The nearest Roadway is SH1 which is 0.1 km, Adjacent to project site in East Direction.
The study area of 10 km radial distance from the project site is shown in Figure 1.
1.3 EIA/EMP REPORT
In line with the approved ToR obtained from EAC (Industry –I), MoEFCC, New Delhi, baseline
st
environmental monitoring was already conducted during Pre monsoon season (1 March, 2021 to
31st May, 2021) has been considered for determining the status of ambient air quality, ambient noise
levels, surface and groundwater quality, soil quality, status of flora, fauna and eco-sensitive areas
and socio- economic status of the villages within 10 km radius study area from the project site
(Figure 1). The observations of the studies are incorporated in the EIA/EMP report. Impacts of the
proposed project activities during construction and operation stages were identified and duly
addressed in the EIA- EMP report.
EIA/EMP report along with the proposed management plan to control / mitigate the impacts.
Environmental Management Plan is suggested to implement the pollution control in the project.

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FIGURE 1: STUDY AREA (10 KM RADIAL DISTANCE)

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TABLE 1
DETAILS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTINGS
Sl Particulars Details
1. Project Location M/s. NRVS Steels Limited
Village - Taraimal, Tahsil - Gharghoda, District- Raigarh (C.G.)
2. Co ordinate S. No. Latitude Longitude
A 22° 1'55.22"N 83°22'7.45"E
B 22° 1'44.64"N 83°22'16.91"E
C 22° 1'39.69"N 83°22'16.53"E
D 22° 1'47.90"N 83°21'46.24"E
E 22° 1'55.72"N 83°21'55.92"E
3. Toposheet No. 64 N/8, 64 O/5
4. Climatic Conditions Mean annual rainfall is 1394.7 mm
0 0
Temperature : Pre monsoon 20.5 C (Min.) 44.8 C(Max.)
0 0
: Winter 13.1 C (Min.) 30.8 C (Max)
0 0
: Post monsoon 17.5 C (Min.) 32.4 C(Max.)
Source: IMD, Raigarh
5. Nearest representative IMD Raigarh, 22 km/S
station
6. Land Form, land Use and  The proposed expansion is on existing sponge iron project it is
Ownership proposed on the existing 25.33 Hect. available land. This land is a
free hold land owned by the company.
 No additional land is proposed to be acquired. Total 33.08% area
are being developed as Greenbelt.
7. Site topography Project site located at 270 m (above MSL); Flat
8. Nearest roadway and SH1 (Ambikapur Highway) 0.1 KM /E
highways
9. Nearest Railway Station Kirodimalnagar Railway Station 12.0 KM/S
10 Nearest Air Port Raigarh Airport (Airstrip) at 22 km in south Direction
Veer Surendra Sai Airport, Jharsuguda 71.2 Kms /ESE
11. Nearest Port NA
12. Nearest lake Kelo Dam, 6.6 km/ SSE
13. Nearest State/National Odisha, 19 kms/ East
Boundaries
14. Nearest major city with Raigarh, 15.0 kms/SSE
2,00,000 population
15. Nearest Habitation Taraimal, 1 km/ SE
16. Distance for sea coast Bay of Bengal 345/ SE
17. Hills/valleys None
18. Nearest Reserved/Protected 1. Urdana Reserve Forest 5.20 SW
forests 2. Barkachhar Reserve Forest 3.30 ESE
3. Kharidungri Reserve Forest 4.70 SE
4. Taraimal Reserve Forest 0.70 N
5. Protected Forest (Near Vill.
4.30 W
Jamadbhari)
6. Rabo Reserve Forest 8.00 WSW
7. Samaruma Reserve Forest 7.00 NW
8. Punjipathra Protected Forest 2.40 N
9. Pajhar Protected Forest 4.90 NE
10. Protected Forest Near Saraipali 4.40 WNW
11. Protected Forest Near Dokarbura 9.40 NW
12. Protected Forest Near Shivpuri 3.40 SSW
13. Lakha Protected Forest 4.50 SE
14. Barlia Protected Forest 8.00 SE
15. Dongpani Protected Forest 6.90 SSE
16. Chhirwani Protected Forest 8.90 SSE
17. Junwani Protected Forest 7.70 SE

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Sl Particulars Details
18. Keradongri Protected Forest 5.50 SE
19. Devgan Protected Forest 8.50 ENE
20. Amaghat Protected Forest 6.20 N
21. Protected Forest Near Amaghat 7.20 NE
22. Protected Forest Near Taraimal 2.30 ESE
19. Nearest water bodies 1. Kelo River, 2.7 KMs/E
2. Pajhar Nadi, 5.5 KMs/NE
3. Jam Nala, 1 KMs/W
4. Dewanmunda Nala, 2.9 KMs/W
5. Korapali Nala, 3 KMs/W
6. Barade Nala, 7.8 KMs/WSW
7. Bodojuri Nala, 5.5 KMs/WNW
8. Kosam Nala, 6.8 KMs/NW
9. Ranai Nala, 7 KMs/N
10.Chui Nala, 7.7 KMs/NE
11.Gardharasi Nala, 7.1 KMs/NE
12.Ratrot Nala, 3.8 KMs/ENE
13.Banjari Nala, 1.7 KMs/ENE
14.Gerwani Nala, 1.9 KMs/SW
15.Karanara Nala, 3.6 KMs/SE
16.Dhengu Nala, 9 KMs/SSW
17.Tipakhol Tal, 9.7 KMs/SE
20. Seismic zone Zone-II [As per IS :1893 (Part-I): 2002]
21. Areas already subjected to Area is not classified or notified as severally or critically polluted area.
pollution or environmental
damage

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Manufacturing Process of Sponge Iron (DRI)
 Iron ore, coal, dolomite/limestone is fed in the weighed quantity and the kiln is rotated at a
speed of about 0.5 RPM. A temperature between 1000°C to 1050°C is maintained in about 70%
of the kiln length towards discharge end side for required reaction.
 After the reaction, the product is taken into an indirect cooling drum cooler. The product is
cooled to 100ºC and taken for product separation. The product is separated from the coal ash
and coal char and then taken for final use.
 The waste gas is taken to an after-burner chamber and the Combustibles are burnt is cooled to
about 160ºC and taken to ESP for final dust separation, before going to stack via ID Fans.
 The kiln has three functions; heat exchange, chemical reaction in vessel and conveying solids.
Manufacturing process of Steel Melting Shop with CCM
 The manufacturing process installed in the unit is one which is well established and proven
technology presently being followed by majority of similar manufacturing units mostly in small or
medium scale sector.
 In order to achieve high energy efficiency, Existing 3 nos of 7 ton IF will be upgraded 12 Tons
Thus IF, 12 TON X 3 Nos; 4 numbers of Induction Furnaces (each 20 MT capacity) with
medium power input capacity of 5.5 to 8 MVA each will be setup with automatic charging facility.
Electronic software will be installed to monitor the input power and maintaining power factor to
almost unity level.

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 The melting process involves taking sample of Sponge Iron & Pig Iron; Iron Powder and mild
steel scrap, end cutting from rolling mills or scrap from user units is taken from raw material
storage.
 Homogeneous molten mass is poured hydraulically into the ladle.
 LRF (Ladle Refining Furnace):
 Subsequent to the production of molten steel the production of quality requires refining of the
same for which one Ladle Refining Furnace (LRF, 20 Ton x 1 No.)will be set up. The liquid steel
containing in the ladle will be brought to LRF and after due processing of the liquid steel the
ladle will be transferred to CCM.
 CCM:
The ladle containing liquid steel is placed on the Continuous Casting Machine platform and
continuous casting of hot billet is carried out in the same.
Power Generation
WHRB based Power Generation (30 MW)
The Waste heat Recovery boilers are attached with DRI Kiln and 15 MW is being generated and with
proposed expansion 15 MW will be added. The flue gases released from DRI Kilns will be passed
through Waste Heat Recovery Boiler, where waste heat will be recovered and steam will be
generated in required temperature and pressure. The source of energy is the heat content in waste
flue gases released from DRI Kilns
AFBC based Power Generation (10 MW)
Power generation by using Atmosphere Fluidized Bed Combustors (AFBC) boiler by use of Char
Dolo Char and reject Coals will be set up based on Air Cooled condenser. .
2.2 LAND REQUIREMENT
The total proposed expansion in project will be implemented in existing land area of 25.303 Hectare.
The land is existing industrial land. No additional land proposed to be acquired. The land is a free
hold land owned by the company. There will be no additional land required for proposed expansion.
Total 33.00 % (8.360 ha.) of total area is being developed as Greenbelt. The details of Area
statement are provided as follows:
TABLE 2
AREA STATEMENT
Particulars Area in (Ha.) Percentage
Constructed Area 11.002 43.43%
Road and paved area 2.235 8.82%
Green Belt 8.360 33.00%
Open Area 3.733 14.74%
Total 25.330

2.3 RAW MATERIALS REQUIREMENT, SOURCE & MODE OF TRANSPORT

The raw material 2029661.08 TPA will be transported through truck. It is estimated that approx. 237
trips per day i.e. 473 trucks per day required for transportation of raw materials and finished products
of the plant.
2.3.1 Solid and Hazardous waste generation
The details Solid and Hazardous waste generation are given in Table 3.

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TABLE 3
SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE GENERATION
Name of Waste generated Qty (TPA) Proposed Disposal Plan
Melting Scrap (I.e., Defective Billets, 5408.00 Reused in process
End Cutting, Miss Rolls etc.)
Mill Scale from Induction Furnace 9957.00 Reused in process/ sold to other ferro Alloys or Sold to
Palletization unit.
(A) SUBTOTAL 15365.00
Slag and other waste required to
be disposed off outside
Slag from Induction Furnace 66229.00 Sold to metal recovery units.
Refractory and Ramming Mass 1157.00 Given to Recycler/ landfill/ Brick making
waste
Fluidized Bed Material Waste 50.00 Given to Recycler/ landfill/ Brick making
Char/ DoloChar 93750.00 To be used in AFBC boiler of CPP in the plant
Bottom Flue Dust Ash 75000.00 Given to Recycler/ landfill/ Brick making and to Cement
plants
Total Ash generation 84735.00 Given to Recycler/ landfill/ Brick making
(B) SUBTOTAL 320921.00
(C) Grand Total (A+B) 336286.00

TABLE 3(A)
HAZARDOUS WASTE GENERATION
Type of Hazardous Waste H. W. Category Quantity Disposal
Waste Oil/Used Oil 5.1 5 KL/annum Partly used for lubrication and will be stored
in covered HDPE Drums & will be given to
CECB approved vendors/authorized recycler

2.4 WATER REQUIREMENT & SOURCE

Total water requirement will be 1950 KLD (682500 KLA). The management had decided to
implement a 50000 KL Rain water collection Tank which will be enough to cater water requirement of
25 days, During, 75 days of monsoon water requirement will be met through rain water collection.
Therefore, it is considered that about 100 days water requirement will be met through rain water and
rain water collection, and balance 250 days water (487500KLA) will be sourced from Surface Water.
As per CGWA, the area is classified as “SAFE” zone.
2.5 POWER REQUIREMENT & SUPPLY
Total power requirement – 51 MW. Source: 40 MW will be met through CPP and rest from CSPDCL
industrial power supply network, in addition to this 2 Nos. of 1500 kVA DG sets are proposed for
emergency backup.
2.6 MANPOWER REQUIREMENT
M/s. NRVS steels Limited will provide employment to about 990 (245 existing + 745 additional)
peoples which includes total 60 administrative staff (15 existing + 45 proposed) and 930 Production
staff (230 existing + 700 proposed). Preference will be given to local people, depending upon their
qualification and skill.
2.7 FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES
In order to combat any occurrence of fire in plant premises, fire protection facilities are envisaged for
the various units of the plant. All plant units, office buildings, laboratories, etc. will be provided with
adequate number of portable fire extinguishers to be used as first aid fire appliances.
2.8 PROJECT COST
The proposed cost of expansion is estimated as Rs. 30,500.00 Lakhs.

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3.0 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SCENARIO

3.1 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Baseline environmental studies were conducted at project site along with 10 km radial distance from
the project site. The baseline environmental quality data for various components of environment, viz.
Air, Noise, Water, Land were monitored during pre monsoon season (1st March 2021 –
31st May 2021) along with secondary data.
3.2 METEOROLOGY & AMBIENT AIR QUALITY
Summary of the Meteorological Data Generated At Site (1st March, 2021 to 31st May, 2021)
Predominant Wind Direction Pre Monsoon Season
First Predominant Wind Direction WNW (13.09%)
Second Predominant Wind Direction W (13.04%)
Calm conditions (%) 2.26
Avg. Wind Speed (m/s) 2.51

The status of ambient air quality within the study area was monitored for pre-monsoon season of the
year 2020 at 8 locations covering project site. The levels of Respirable Particulate Matter (PM10), Fine
Particulates (PM2.5), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2,), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOX) and carbon monoxide (CO),
Ammonia, Ozone, Benzene and BAP were monitored. The details of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Results are summarized and given in Table 4.
TABLE 4
SUMMARY OF AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING RESULTS
Sr. Location PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 CO Ozone NH3
3 3 3 3 3 3 3
No. µg/m µg/m µg/m µg/m mg/m μg/m μg/m
1 Project site Min 64.9 25.2 16.1 19.0 0.367 10.2 5.7
Max 87.9 42.1 20.7 30.7 0.411 14.9 10.7
Avg 78.7 32.4 19.1 25.6 0.389 12.6 8.5
th
98 87.3 41.3 20.6 30.6 0.411 14.8 10.6
2 Jamadbari Min 41.1 18.4 8.6 14.7 0.302 4.9 5.2
Max 65.4 29.4 11.3 19.6 0.344 12.9 9.8
Avg 57.6 22.6 9.7 17.5 0.320 8.9 7.5
th
98 64.1 29.3 11.2 19.4 0.341 12.7 9.8
3 Gaurmuri Min 51.3 21.3 9.6 15.8 0.291 7.2 4.3
Max 70.5 28.5 15.0 21.8 0.334 11.6 8.5
Avg 61.5 24.8 11.5 18.6 0.311 9.2 6.4
th
98 70.5 28.4 14.9 21.6 0.334 11.5 8.3
4 Ujalpur Min 49.5 22.1 9.2 15.4 0.283 6.3 4.6
Max 72.6 33.5 13.9 21.6 0.371 14.3 12.3
Avg 63.4 26.3 11.8 18.3 0.327 10.2 8.3
th
98 72.1 33.3 13.8 21.4 0.370 14.3 12.1
5 Gerwani Min 50.4 18.4 10.2 14.8 0.245 7.7 5.1
Max 70.7 28.6 17.3 26.3 0.354 12.6 8.0
Avg 60.2 23.4 13.7 20.3 0.296 9.8 6.7
th
98 70.4 27.9 17.2 26.0 0.350 12.5 8.0
6 Ratrot Min 59.5 22.7 10.8 16.9 0.302 6.9 4.8
Max 79.1 29.5 14.6 21.5 0.369 12.4 10.6
Avg 67.3 25.7 12.7 19.5 0.336 9.6 7.2
th
98 78.9 29.4 14.4 21.4 0.368 12.3 10.4
7 Punjipathra Min 57.9 23.7 12.4 18.3 0.318 8.5 5.4
Max 76.9 31.6 16.6 23.1 0.386 14.6 11.8
Avg 65.6 27.4 14.5 21.2 0.353 11.5 8.1
th
98 76.1 31.5 16.5 23.1 0.385 14.4 11.6
8 Taraimal Min 67.1 25.1 12.8 19.0 0.352 8.7 5.6
Max 89.4 38.9 19.9 24.9 0.396 13.6 9.8
Avg 74.1 29.4 16.5 22.1 0.365 10.8 8.0

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Sr. Location PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NO2 CO Ozone NH3

3 3 3 3 3 3 3
No. µg/m µg/m µg/m µg/m mg/m μg/m μg/m
th
98 89.3 38.7 19.8 24.5 0.394 13.1 9.8
CPCB Standards 100 60 80 80 2 100 400
(24hr) (24hr) (24hr) (24hr) (8hr) (8hr) (24hr)

From the above results, it is observed that the ambient air quality at all the monitoring locations was
within the permissible limits specified by CPCB.
3.3 AMBIENT NOISE LEVELS
Ambient noise level monitoring was carried out at the 08 monitoring locations; The monitoring results
are summarized in Table 5.
TABLE 5
SUMMARY OF AMBIENT NOISE LEVEL MONITORING RESULTS
Sr. Equivalent Noise Level
Monitoring Locations
No. LeqDay LeqNight
Residential Area
1. Ratrot 49.1 39.4
2. Gerwani 51.3 42.4
3. Gaurmuri 52.3 40.8
CPCB Standards dB(A) 55.0 45.0
Commercial Area
4. Taraimal 54.7 43.2
CPCB Standards dB(A) 65.0 55.0
Silence Zone
5. Kantajharia 47.6 37.4
6. Jhingolpara 45.3 36.2
CPCB Standards dB(A) 50.0 40.0
Industrial Area
7. Project site 61.4 52.3
8. Punjipathra 58.1 49.8
CPCB Standards dB(A) 75.0 70.0
Source: Field monitoring and analysis by Anacon Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur

3.4 SURFACE AND GROUND WATER RESOURCES & QUALITY

3.4.1 Regional geology
10 km radius study area is mainly comprised of sedimentary rock formations, like sandstones,
arenites, conglomerates, shale, tillites, boulder beds etc. All these formations are of Proterozoic age
and of Gondwana age. There are no major geological structure present in study area as far as
concern with construction of buildings and other structure. Study area falls in seismic zone-II i.e. low
damage risk zone.
Site specific Geology:
Project area is mostly covered by soil cover which is having thickness of around 0.5-1.0m. Outcrops
are very rare in project site.
3.4.2 Hydrogeology
Most of the study area is covered by sedimentary formations. Sandstones are good aquifer as it holds
and transmit very good amount of water. The ground water occurs in both phreatic and semi-confined
to confined condition. One distinct perennial autoflow zone has been demarcated in Tamnar block in
the Mand river sub-basin.
Depth to water level scenario in the study area:
Pre-monsoon Water levels- 4.5 to 7 m bgl
Post-monsoon water levels: 0.3 to 3.5 m bgl.

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3.4.3 Geomorphology
Study area is comprises of gently sloping plains on Proterozoic age and on Gondwana rocks.
Pediment/pediplain zone is observed in SE part of the study area. Flood plains are observed along
River courses. There are no major geomorphological structures present in study area.
3.4.4 Water Quality
Groundwater and surface water quality was assessed by identifying 8 groundwater (Borewell/
handpump) locations in different villages and 8 surface water samples.
A. Groundwater Quality
The physico-chemical characteristics of groundwater are compared with the IS-10500 standards. The
analysis results indicate that the pH ranged between 6.94- 8.13. The TDS was ranging from 238-558
mg/l. Total hardness was found to be in the range of 158.21-417.1 mg/l. The fluoride concentration
was found in the range of 0.13-0.38 mg/l. The nitrate and sulphate were found in the range of 2.00-
16.85 mg/l and 8.52-58.17 mg/l respectively. Heavy metals content (i.e., As, Al, Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, Mn,
Zn and Hg) were found to be below detection limit and within specified standards.

Sr. Locations WQI Quality Remark

No.
1 Project site 33.44 Excellent
2 Jamadbari 45.11 Excellent
3 Gaurmuri 38.55 Excellent Water quality assessed based upon above
4 Ujalpur 42.83 Excellent physico-chemical parameters and all
5 Gerwani 46.86 Excellent samples are physico-chemically good to
6 Ratrot 42.70 Excellent excellent.
7 Punjipathra 61.13 Good
8 Pali 49.29 Excellent

B. Surface Water Quality

The analysis results indicate that the pH ranged between 6.73-8.16 which are well within the specified
standard of 6.5 to 8.5. The pH of water indicates whether the water is acid or alkaline. The TDS was
observed to be 140-286 mg/l which is within the permissible limit of 2000 mg/l.The total hardness
recorded was in the range of 97-198.01 mg/l as CaCO3 which is also within the permissible limit of
600 mg/l. The levels of chloride and sulphate were found to be in the range of 8.61-56.24 mg/l and
9.04-34.6 mg/l respectively.
Dissolved oxygen (DO) refers to the amount of oxygen (O 2) dissolved in water. Because fish and
other aquatic organisms cannot survive without oxygen, DO is one of the most important water quality
parameters. The reported value of range of 6.0-6.3 mg/l. Phosphorus (as PO4) is an important
nutrient for plants and algae. Because phosphorus is in short supply in most fresh waters, even a
modest increase in phosphorus can cause excessive growth of plants and algae that deplete
dissolved oxygen (DO) as they decompose. The reported value for PO4 ranged from 0.27-0.52 mg/l.
C. Bacteriological Characteristics
Coliform group of organisms are indicators of faecal contamination in water. All surface water
samples were found to be bacteriologically contaminated. Presence of total coliforms in surface water
indicates that a contamination pathway exists between any source of bacteria (septic system, animal
waste, etc.) and the surface water stream. A defective well can often be the cause when coliform
bacteria are found in well water. For surface water, treatment followed by chlorination or disinfection
treatment is needed before use for domestic purpose. Groundwater samples were not found to be
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3.5 LAND USE LAND COVER CLASSIFICATION

The land-use & land cover map of the 10 km radial study area from the periphery of project site has
been prepared using Resource SAT-1 (IRS-P6), sensor-LISS-3 having 23.5m spatial resolution and
date of pass 15th April 2021 satellite image with reference to Google Earth data. In order to
strengthen the baseline information on existing land use pattern, the following data covering 10 km
radius is approximate about 21°56'23.95"N to 22°06'48.54"N latitude and 83°16'23.43"E to
83°27'35.62"E longitude and elevation 230 – 588 meter are used as per the project site confined
within that area.
The Land Cover classes and their coverage are summarized in Table 6.
TABLE 6
LAND COVER CLASSES AND THEIR COVERAGE ARE SUMMARIZED
S.No. Level-I Level-II Area (Sq.Km²) Percentage (%)
1 Built-up land Settlement 10.25 3.26
Industrial Settlement 8.69 2.77
Road Infrastructure 0.74 0.24
2 Agricultural Land Cropland 98.57 31.4
Barren Land 1.1 0.35
3 Forest Land Reserve forest / Protected Forest 163.92 52.2
4 Scrubs Open Scrub 6.87 2.19
5 Water bodies Canal/River/Pond/ Tank 22.36 7.12
Brick Kiln 0.56 0.18
6 Others
Mining Area 0.94 0.29
Total 314 100

3.6 SOIL QUALITY

For studying soil profile of the region, sampling locations were selected to assess the existing soil
conditions in and around the project site representing various landuse conditions. The physical,
chemical and heavy metal concentrations were determined. The samples were collected by ramming
a core-cutter into the soil up to a depth of 30 cm. Total 8 representative samples were collected from
different locations within the study area and analyzed.
Physical Characteristics of Soil
From the analysis results of the soil samples, it was observed, the bulk density of the soil in the study
area ranged between 1.563-1.638 g/cc which indicates favorable physical condition for plant growth.
The water holding capacity is between 25.89-48.88 %. Infiltration rate, in the soil is in the range of
19.89-23.89 mm/hr
Chemical Characteristics of Soil
pH is an important parameter indicative of alkaline or acidic nature of soil. It greatly affects the
microbial population as well as solubility of metal ions and regulates nutrient availability. Variation in
the pH is found to be slightly acidic to neutral (6.73-7.42) in reaction. Electrical conductivity, a
measure of soluble salts in the soil is in the range of 136.7-316.52 μS/cm.
The important soluble cations in the soil are calcium and magnesium whose concentration levels
ranged from 176.94-371.96 mg/Kg and 64.73-408.69 mg/Kg respectively. Chloride is in the range of
121.25-186.2 mg/Kg.
Organic matter and nitrogen were found in the range of 1.18—3.17% and 146.39-242.61 kg/ha. The
nutrient status in terms of NPK value was found to be in the range of 146.39-242.61 kg/ha, 7.8-13.64
kg/ha and 67.19-132.08 kg/ha respectively. This indicates that soil is poor in nature with low
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3.7 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

Floral composition in Study Area
Floral characteristics at select forests and surrounding areas including villages were studied during
Pre Monsoon Season - 2021. Forest Plan of Raigarh District as secondary data was studied for
primary survey. Total 143 floral species were observed in the study area. The details about the floral
composition are as follows:
a. Trees: Total 94 species were found in the study area
b. Shrubs (small trees): Total 16 species were enumerated from the study area.
c. Herbs: In the study area 05 species were observed.
d. Bamboo & Grasses: 15 species were enlisted from the study area
e. Climbers: Total 12 species of climbers were recorded in the study area.
f. Parasite/epiphytic plant: Each 1 species enlisted in the area
RET (Rare, Endangered and Threatened species) STATUS
According to IUCN Status report 2013 out of total 143 plant species identified within study area
among the observed species Chloroxylon swietenia which is Vulnerable (VU) species as per IUCN
Ret list. The other identified plant species in the study area belongs to least concern (LC), Data
Deficient (DD) and Data not available (NA), as per IUCN status. Thus, none of reported species in
study area belongs to Rare, Endangered or Threatened category.
Fauna Details:
As per IUCN RED (2013) list
The IUCN Red List is the world's most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of
plant and animal species. It uses a set of criteria to evaluate the extinction risk of thousands of
species and subspecies. These criteria are relevant to all species and all regions of the world. With its
strong scientific base, the IUCN Red List is recognized as the most authoritative guide to the status of
biological diversity.
Among the reported animals, the categorization of species as per IUCN is as follows:
As per Indian Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, as amended on 17th January 2003, is an Act to provide for the
protection of wild animals, birds and plants and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or
incidental thereto with a view to ensuring the ecological and environmental security of the country.
Some of the sighted fauna was given protection by the Indian Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 by
including them in different schedules. Among the birds in the study area, Pea fowl (Pavocristatus), is
included in schedule I of Wild life protection Act (1972), while many other birds are included in
schedule IV.
Among the reptiles, Python molurus (Indian Python) and Varanus bengalensis (Bengal Monitor
Lizard) categorized as Schedule –I Whereas, Indian Cobra (Naja naja), Common rat snakes (Ptyas
mucosus), are provided protection as per Schedule-II of Wild life protection act, (1972).
Among mammals; Elephas maximus – Asiatic Elephant and Melursus ursinus – Sloth Bear
Categorised under Schedule – I. Whereas, Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsi), Macaca mulata
(Rhesus macaque), Jungle cat (Felis chaus), Indian Fox (Vulpes bengalensis) are schedule –II
animals. Wild boar (Sus sucrofa) and Hyaena hyaena (Hyena) is protected as Schedule-III animal
and Hares & Five striped squirrel are included in schedule IV of Wild Life Protection act 1972. Fruit
bat & Rats protected in Schedule V of Wild Life Protection act 1972.

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3.8 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

Information on socio-demographic status and the trends of the communities in the 10 km radius was
collected through primary social survey and secondary data collection from census 2011 & District
Census hand book 2011. Summary of the socio-economic status of the study area is given in
Table 7. Details regarding education and infrastructure facilities 2011 are presented in Table 8.
TABLE 7
SUMMARY OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT OF VILLAGES WITHIN 10 KM RADIUS
AREA
No. of villages 37
Total households 8417
Total population 33943
Male Population 17419
Female population 16524
SC Population 2974
ST Population 12513
Total literates 22312
Total Illiterates 11631
Total workers 15017
Total main workers 10669
Total marginal workers 4348
Total non-workers 18926
Source: Primary census abstract 2011, state Chhattisgarh.

TABLE 8
INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES AVAILABLE IN THE STUDY AREA
In percentage (%)
Govt.
Yr. Drinki Commu
Educ Transpo PHC & Bank Drainage Recreation
2011 ng Road Power nication
ation rtation SC
water
Availa
100 100 92 100 76 54 22 8 59 65
bility
Source: Primary census abstract 2011, State Chhattisgarh.

SALIENT OBSERVATION OF THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC SURVEY

 Employment: Main occupation in the study area was agriculture and Labor Work its allied
activities eg. Cattle rearing, dairy farming, agro-horticulture, bamboo-agricultural crop patterns,
floriculture, bee-keepings etc. Other income generation sources of the area, small business;
private jobs etc. The labors were getting daily wags in the range of 300-350 Rs, depending on
type of work they set. It is observed that the Raigarh District is having huge scope for
employment as industrialization is more in this area. But due to lack of Vocational training
centers in the area the Industries are outsourcing some of the key employees from other areas.
 Agriculture and labor - Main occupations are mostly labour and agriculture but other business
includes preparation of leaf tray, leaf cups, collection of Mahua for the preparation of countryside
liquor. People in the study area resort to rearing of livestock as a source of income. As per the
local interview during field survey, it was observed that the most common animal reared by the
people is cow, buffalo, poultry and goat.
 Major crops of study area, production & yield: About 45% of the study area, as per site
survey, belongs to the agricultural land category. Both (Rabi and Kharif) type of cropping practice
is prevailing in this area and the type of crops includes paddy, ragi, green gram and black gram.
Til, groundnut, mustard, jute, sugar cane etc are the major commercial crops grown in the study
area. Banana and mango are the major fruits grown in this area.

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 Migration from other states: Main industries were coal washery, power plant, steel industry etc.
in the study area Migration from other states eg. UP, Bihar & Odisha for employment purpose
found in the study area.
 Education facilities: The Primary & secondary data reveals that literacy levels in all the villages
is varying from 60 to 80 %. Most of the students in Villages in the study area are going to
Raigarh town for their studies which is about 15 Kms. from the plant. The schools are also not
having proper infrastructure facilities. College facility is available in Traimal and Raigarh in the
study area.
 Transportation facility: For transportation purpose auto, jeep and private bus services were
available in the study area; however villagers reported that transportation facilities were not
frequently available. Private vehicles like bicycles & motor cycles were also used by villagers for
transportation purpose. Kirodimalnagar Railway Station, 12.km. Lack of access for
transportation, irregular bus/auto facilities were seen in the villages. School/college going
students facing problem to attend schools/colleges which were at long distance.
 Medical facilities: The Primary & secondary data reveals that there are only 06 nos. of Sub
Health Centers & 01 nos. of PHC’s in the Study area. During FGD villagers made various issues
in health care facilities, such due to COVID-19 crisis ,public health in particular workers’ health
and safety, converge not properly working health facilities available at PHCs, Laboratory testing
and Delivery facilities at Government Health Centers, availability of clean toilet and drinking
water at PHCs, and distance of the nearest health center from the Village. To control the spread
of diseases (COVID-19 ,Malaria & viral fever) and reduce the growing rates of mortality due to
lack of adequate health facilities, special attention needs to be given to the health care in rural
areas. The key challenges in the healthcare sector are low quality of care, poor accountability,
lack of awareness, and limited access to facilities. It is also observed that Malnutrition is the
common in most of the villages.
 Drinking water, sanitation & infrastructure: It was observed that only 31 villages have Pucca
Road facilities. It means nearly 86 % of the villages have road facility. It was observed that there
is good improvement in Power Supply. As the study area comprises of few Power Plants. This
ultimately solved the Power cuts & Power Fluctuations in the villages of entire Raigarh District. It
is observed that the source of water for Drinking & Agriculture in most of the Villages is
groundwater. And the remaining villages which are proximate to the River use that as source of
drinking water & for Agriculture. Tap water and water tanker is also provided by panchayat in
summer, but supplied water quantity is not sufficient. For treating water, the Panchayat needs
adequate funds to take any actions. Overhead Water Tanks are also installed in few villages It
was observed that most of the Houses in the villages are not having sanitation facilities including
in several schools. It was observed that now a day’s Internet is playing major role in society, but
in the study area only one Internet shop is available. Need to go to Raigarh.
 Communication Facility: Communication facility is good in the Study area. Maximum villagers
are having Mobile Phone, news paper, television facility. It indicates that the study area is well
progress in communication.
 Banking facility: The study area has almost all the schedule commercial banks with ATM facility
at urban areas and the district HQ.
 Women empowerment: Most of the women population is having local woman saving group and
engaged in household activities. Women literacy was satisfactory in the study area (According to
Primary Data Collection, only 20% Female population were workers) Since Most of the villages
is having local Mahila Mandal and Women self-help groups were exist in the study area only for
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 Sports & social ailment issues:

 Social ailment issues like child marriage, alcoholism among tribes.
 It is observed during FGD that there are only a few people got the benefit of Self employment
scheme and needs substantial improvement.
 It is observed that there is no encouragement for sports as there are less Schools & Colleges
in the Study area. Raigarh is the only place where Sports training facilities are available in
entire District.
3.7.1 Awareness and opinion of the respondents about the project
Public opinion is the aggregate of individual attitudes or beliefs. It is very important to take opinion of
the villagers about the project. The awareness will not only promote community participation but also
enable them to understand the importance of the project and encourage them to express there view.
To know the awareness and opinion of the villagers about the project, group discussion, meeting with
school teachers/village leaders were carried out in the study area.
 In Nearest villages, majority of the respondents were aware about the project site bot they were
unaware about the project activity
 The respondents were happy to know about the project and they opined positively because the
activity would definitely contribute development in the study area
 Village leaders asked to give employment opportunities to local people.
 According to the respondent air Pollution was increased due to industries area and directly
affecting health of nearby villagers.
 Main demands of villagers in study area were The Study area condition is very worst during
COVID 19 disease. People are not getting proper employment. Most of the People wanted
Special needs to be given are Hospital bed, oxygen cylinder, medicines for villagers.
3.7.2 Interpretation
Socioeconomic survey was carried out to know the infrastructural activities amenities available within
10 km radius from Project Site. The information regarding facilities available and the opinion of the
people was sought by floating questionnaires and interaction with the people. This is done for
observing the impact due to the project wrt social aspects so that proper actions / measures could be
taken up for the benefit of the people (economically and wrt quality of life) and the project.
During the primary survey it was observed that almost pakka road facility is available in all villages
within 10 km radius. Literacy rate of the study region is from 65.73%. On the basis of survey for
literacy rate data it is interpreted that there is need to promote educate more and more people.
Almost all the villages have more than 55.76% people as non-workers. It indicates that the problem of
unemployment can be solved by providing proper training and education. There is also need to
establish more industries so that maximum number of employment can be generated. Basic
amenities like Education facilities Health care facilities, water supply, mode of transportation etc. are
not available in Most of the villages.
4.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
4.1 AIR ENVIRONMENT
The implementation of proposed project will have impact on the air quality parameters like PM10,
PM2.5, SO2, NOX and CO. The raw material handling plant along with proposed Induction Furnaces,
steel melting shops process will emit dust and fumes. Apart from the above, there will be fugitive dust
emissions due to transportation, storage and processing of raw materials.

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The mathematical Model ISCST-3, was used for predicting the GLCs, which is entirely in line with the
requirement of Central Pollution Control Board, New Delhi. The maximum ground level
concentrations (GLCs) for particulate matter and gaseous emission of SO2, NO2 due to proposed
expansion plant with new installations were carried out. The predicted 24 hourly maximum
contribution in AAQ concentrations from main process unit facilities for particulate matter, SO2 and
NO2 are found to be 1.4 µg/m3, 2.5 µg/m3 and 2.5 µg/m3 (existing implemented), 1.5 µg/m3, 6.0
µg/m3 and 10.0 µg/m3 (after expansion) occurring at a distance of about 6.7km respectively in ESE
and E direction and emissions from standby DG sets for particulate matter, SO2 and NO2 are found
to be 0.25 µg/m3, 0.25 µg/m3 and 4.4 µg/m3 occurring at a distance of about 5.3 km each
respectively in ESE and E direction. No significant incremental concentration was found due to
proposed installation activities. The mitigation measures adopted are:
 The main pollutants discharged from the Induction Furnace, Sponge Iron Plant, captive power
plant, Billet reheating Furnace will be particulate matter, SO2. In case of power failure DG set will
be used and emissions generated from DG set operation will be PM, SO2 and NOx. Other
gaseous emissions due to pig iron plant which is considered maximum consumption of raw
material i.e. worst condition considered but all the predicted values well within the standard.
 In Sponge Iron Plant and Power Plant ESP with Dust Collectors will be installed.
 In Induction Furnace; LRF; and Sponge Iron Material handling area, Dust Collector along with it;
the Bag Filter will be installed.
 In Billet reheating Furnace waste heat recuperator followed with flue cooling device and then Wet
Scrubber will be installed.
 Steel Melting Shop with hot charging rolling mill will be provided with Bag filters, 30 meter stack
and ID/FD fan capacity to cater the future requirement to control emission less than 30 mg/Nm³.
 DRI Kiln with WHRB will be provided with Dust extraction system, ESP with Chimney; to keep
particulate matter emission below 30mg/Nm3. Bag Filters for Product house; Kiln discharge end
and transfer points;
 AFBC based power plant ESP with Chimney of 45 m height and 2 Bag Filters at Coal conveyors
 The existing facilities are all well equipped with proper Air Pollution control equipment such as
ESP in sponge iron and Bag Filters at various locations.
 Water spraying will be carried out in order to control fugitive emissions in the internal open
storage yards.
 Adequate dust suppression system in the form of water sprinklers shall be provided at raw
material yard, temporary solid waste dump site and along the vehicular roads.
 There will be dedicated roads for vehicles carrying raw materials and products.
 Stacks will be provided with porthole and working platform so that stack monitoring can be done
as per norms of statutory authority.
4.2 NOISE ENVIRONMENT:
During the normal operation of manufacturing process noise will be generated due to Induction
Furnaces, Sponge Iron Plant, Billet Reheating Furnace, Rolling Mill, and DG Set, etc. the ambient
noise levels are expected to increase significantly with the attributes of the respective equipment, but
this noise will be restricted close to the concerned equipment. The preventive measures are given
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 Equipment will be standard and equipped with silencer. The equipment will be in good working
conditions, properly lubricated and maintained to keep noise within permissible limits.
 High noise zone will be marked and earplugs will be provided to the workmen near high noise
producing equipment. The workmen will be made aware of noise and vibration impacts on their
health and mandatory use earplugs.
 Proper shifting arrangement will be made to prevent over exposure to noise and vibration.
 Tall trees with broad foliage shall be planted along the boundary of camp / project site / plantation
area, which will act as a natural barrier to propagating noise.
 Silent DG sets shall be used at construction camp / project site.
 Speed limits shall be enforced on vehicle.
 Use of horns / sirens will be prohibited.
 Use of loud speakers will be complying with the regulations set forth by CPCB.
 Regular noise monitoring will be carried at construction camp / project site to check compliance
with prevailing rules.
4.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT:
The implementation of proposed project may have some impact on the water environment. The
impact may be on the source of water in the form of depletion of water resources of the area and in
the form of deterioration of quality of natural water resources due to discharge of plant effluent.
The various control measures that will be adopted are:
 Closed circuit cooling system will be implemented.
 Rain water charged to ground water.
 All stock piles will be on pucca flooring to prevent for any ground water contamination.
Vehicular Movement
All the major raw materials and finished products will be transported through trucks by road. All the
dry powdery material like Sponge Iron; Ore and Coal/Charcoal, etc will be transported in covered
trucks.
4.4 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
No National Park, Wildlife Sanctuary, Biosphere Reserve, Tiger Reserve, migratory corridors, etc.
within the 10 km radial distance from the project site. Nearest Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is 42.0 km
in SSE direction and Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary is 52.4 KM in SSW. No forest land is involved at
project site. Whearas, Taraimal Reserve Forest – 0.7 Km in North direction). Moreover, it is
expansion project in which land is already acquired by M/s. NRVSSL. No forest land/ no tree cutting
involved in the project. A thick green belt around the periphery of plant site is recommended to
provide safeguard for surrounding area in line with project activities. Further, it is recommended to
implement Biological Conservation Plan within 10 KM study area to improve the existing habitat
Greenbelt area of 8.360 Ha. (33%) will be kept unchanged for the proposed expansion project with
local species with broad leaves and higher canopy and fast growing tree species. Existing plants are
15126 nos. whereas additional plantation will also be carried out. Indigenous species for plantation is
recommended.

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4.5 SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACTS:

The land use is not going to be significantly changed as the proposed expansion will be carried out
within existing plant premises, thus there will be no issue of involvement of any agriculture land or
settlement on the contrary there will be positive impact on the socio economic environment of the
area. Increase in direct/indirect job opportunity shall take place. Services in the locality shall be used
and accordingly growth in economic structure of the area will take place.
5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM
An Environmental Management Cell (EMC) will be established for the proposed expansion project
under the control of Board of Directors followed by General Manager. The EMC will be headed by an
Environmental Manager having adequate qualification and experience in the field of environmental
management. Environmental monitoring of ambient air quality, surface and ground water quality,
ambient noise levels, etc. will be carried out through MoEF &CC accredited agencies regularly and
reports will be submitted to CECB/ MoEF &CC.
6.0 RISK ASSESSMENT & DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
The assessment of risk in the proposed project has been estimated for fire, explosion and toxicity and
corresponding mitigation measures are suggested in the EIA/EMP report.
A detailed Disaster Management Plan for facing disasters due to natural effects and human reasons
is prepared and incorporated in the EIA/EMP report for ensuring safety of life, protection of
environment, protection of installation, restoration of production and salvage operations in this same
order of priorities. For effective implementation of Disaster Management Plan, it will be widely
circulated and personnel training through rehearsals. Site facilities, procedures, duties and
responsibilities, communications, etc. are considered in details in the Disaster Management Plan.
7.0 PROJECT BENEFITS
Proposed Social Welfare Arrangement
The proposed project would provide development of area and consequent indirect and direct job
opportunities which would finally result in improvement in the quality of life of people in the central
region. M/s. NRVS steels limited will carry community welfare activities in the following areas:
 Community development  Education

 Health& medical care  Drainage and sanitation  Roads

The project proponent will comply with its obligation for CSR as per Company’s Act too.
Although the MOEFCC vide its OM dated 30 September 2020 has provided that the CER value for
the project would be based on Public Hearing outcome and as per the commitments made by the
project promoters during the Public hearing however the provisions for CER are made in the proposal
as per TOR which required to consider O.M. dated 01/05/2018 and 30.09.2020 issued by MoEF&CC,
New Delhi proposals regarding Corporate Environment Responsibility (C.E.R.). The CER budget
along with capital expanses with different heads are given below.
The Additional cost for expansion of the project is Rs. 30,500.00 Lakhs. Thus, 0.75 % i.e. 229 lakhs
will be made provision and spent towards the improvement of Environment.
8.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
An Environmental Management Plan comprising following set of mitigation, management, monitoring
and institutional measures to be taken during implementation and operation of the project, to
eliminate adverse environmental impacts or reduce them to acceptable levels.

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 Overall conservation of environment.

 Minimization of natural resources and water.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
 Monitoring of cumulative and longtime impacts.
 Ensure effective operation of all control measures.
 Control of waste generation and pollution.
Judicious use of the environmental management will be implemented with addressing of components
of environment, which will be likely affected during construction and operation of the proposed
expansion project. The capital cost required to implement the EMP for proposed expansion project is
estimated to be Rs. 421 Lakhs. The annual recurring expenses will be Rs. 50 Lakhs has been
allocated for implementation of the Environmental Management Plan for proposed project.
9.0 CONCLUSION
The proposed expansion project of M/s. NRVS steels Ltd. will be beneficial for the overall
development of the nearby villages. Some environmental aspects like dust emission, noise,
wastewater, traffic density, etc. will have to be controlled better than the permissible norms to avoid
impacts on the surrounding environment. Necessary pollution control equipment like ESP, bag house,
water sprinklers, enclosures, etc. forms integral part of the plant infrastructure. Additional pollution
control measures and environmental conservation measures will be adopted to control/minimize
impacts on the environment and socio-economic environment of the area. Measures like
development of green belt and plantation in nearby village and along transport road, adoption of
rainwater harvesting/recharging in the plant area will be carried out. The proposed CSR/CER
activities to be initiated by the industry will be helpful to improve the social, economic and
infrastructure availability status of the nearby villages.
Thus, it can be concluded that with the judicious and proper implementation of the pollution control
and mitigation measures, the proposed expansion project will not add adverse pollution levels to the
environment, moreover, it will be beneficial to the society and will help to reduce the demand-supply
gap of steel to some extent and will contribute to the economic development of the region and
thereby the country.
10.0 DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS
The Environmental studies for proposed expansion project of M/s. NRVS steel Limited. are carried
out by M/s Anacon Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur (M/s ALPL). Anacon established in 1993 as an
analytical testing laboratory and now a leading Environmental Consultancy firm backed by testing lab
for environment and food in Central India region. M/s ALPL is a group of experienced former
Scientists from the Government Institutions and excellent young scientist of brilliant career with
subject expertise. It is recognized by Ministry of Environment & Forests, New Delhi for carrying out
environmental Studies & accredited by Quality Council of India (QCI) for conducting Environmental
studies having Accreditation Certificate No.: NABET/EIA/1922/RA 0150 dtd. 03 Feb 2020 Valid till
September 30, 2022.

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