Manual for Mining Plan

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IBM MANUAL FOR

APPRIASAL OF

MINING PLAN


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0. INTRODUCTION

01.The recent amendments in Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) (MMD&R) Act1957 and Mineral Concession Rules (MCR), 1960 have been brought into focus the dynamiccomponent of the Indian mineral legislation with special regard to the much needed impetus

required for scientific development of mines, proper planning, conservation, environment

preservation etc.

02.Under the MM(D&R) Amendment Act, 1986, a new thrust to the mineral development activityin the country has been given as per the provisions of section 5(2)(b) which requires that theapplication for grant of renewal of mining lease should be accompanied by a duly approved

mining plan. Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) has been authorized by the central govt. to approvemining plans.

03.The amended MCR, 1960 under rule 22(3)(e) specify the contents of mining plan which isrequired to include details such as extent of mineral body, geology, lithology, mineral reserves,extent of mechanization, plan of area indicating water course, water pollution etc. The mining

plan thus indeed becomes an extremely vital document for scientific development of mineraldeposits particularly since the applicant is required to carry out mining operations strictlyaccording to the approved mining plan as per rule 22A of amended MCR and MCDR, 88. Rule

22B stipulates that mining plan should be prepared only by recognized persons who are dulyqualified and experienced. The Controller General and Regional Controllers of Mines of IBM

have been delegated powers to recognize experts for preparing mining plans.

04.In order to facilitate the officers of IBM in dealing with new responsibilities of approval ofmining plan and recognition of qualified persons for preparing mining plans, this manual has

been specially designed which gives necessary background information, procedure, details,outlines and guidelines.

05.In the first chapter on Amendments made in MM(D&R) Act and MCR, the relevantamendments are briefly outlines and are excerpted.

06.Chapter 2 on Recognition of persons to prepare mining plans sets out details of proceduresfollowed in granting recognition/refusal to qualified persons for preparing mining plans under

the amended MCR provisions. Explanation is given of the methodology of numerical notation ofthe registration number.

07.Exhaustive details governing the processing and examination of mining plans are given inChapter 3 with regard to geology, opencast mine, underground mine, environment, mineral

beneficiation.

08.Chapter 4 on Guidelines for scrutiny of mining plan gives useful guidelines for scrutiny ofmining plans and lists but the aspects to be checked and examined.

09.Chapter 5 on guidelines for preparation of mine closure plan and final mine closure plan givesuseful details for preparing the PMCP and FMCP with a basic objective of sustainable

development both for the mines and for community living in that area.


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1. AMENDMENTS MADE IN MM(R&D) ACT AND MCR

1.0The MM(D&R) Act, 1957 was amended and notified on 22-8-1986 in Gazette of India ExtraOrdinary Part II Section I,No.37 and is now called MM(R&D) Amendment Act, 1986. TheCentral govt. fixed 10-2-1987 as the date on which MM(R&D) Amendment Act, 1986 shall

come into force. A number of amendments have been made in the (R&D) Act and consequently

MCR have also been amended and notified on 10-2-1987. The different amendments relating tomining plans are discussed below:

1.1. AMENDMENTS IN MM(R&D) ACT

Under MM(R&D) Amendment Act, 1986, section 5(2) of the Principal Act has been amended asbelow :

Section 5(2) : No mining lease shall be granted by State govt. unless it is satisfied that;i) There is evidence to show that the area for which the lease is applied for has been

prospected earlier and existence of mineral contents therein has been established.Provided that nothing in the clause shall apply to any area if such area has already been

prospected by a Department or agency of the govt. and existence of mineral contentstherein has been established.

ii) There is a mining plan duly approved by central govt. for development of mineraldeposits in the area concerned.

1.1.1. Now it is obligatory on the part of applicant to submit a mining plan duly approved bycentral govt.

1.1.2. 2The powers under section 5(2)(b) of MM(R&D) Act shall be exercised by ControllerGeneral, Chief Controller of Mines, Controller of Mines and Regional Controllers of Minesof IBM. The notification in this regard were issued by central govt. in Gazette of India, Part

II, Section3, sub section (ii) on 28-4-1987.

1.2. AMENDMENT IN MCR

Consequent to amendment in Section 5 of MM(R&D) Act, the MCR has also been amended.Now under the amended MCR every application for grant or renewal of mining lease shall be

accompanied by a mining plan duly approved by central govt. The amended rule 22 of MCR in thisrespect is given below :

Rule 22(3)(i)(e) : A mining plan duly approved by central govt. the mining plan shall incorporate

i) the plan of area showing extent of mineral body; spot or spots where excavation is tobedone in the first year and its extent; a detailed cross section and detailed plan of spots ofexcavation based on the prospecting data gathered by applicant or any other person, a

tentative scheme of mining for the first five years of the lease;ii) details of geology and lithology of the area including mineral reserves of the areaiii) the extent of manual mining or mining by use of machinery and mechanical devises


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iv) the plan of area showing natural water courses, limits of reserved and other forest areasand density of trees, if any, assessment of impact of mining activity on forest, landsurface and environment including air and water pollution, details of scheme of

restoration of the area by afforestation, land reclamation, use of pollution control devicesand such other measures as may be directed by the central or state govt. from time to

time.

iv a) Annual programme and plan for excavation from year to year for five years.iv b) Any other matter which the central govt may require the applicant to provide in the mining

plan.

Rule 22A : Mining operations to be in accordance with the mining plan

1) Mining operations shall be undertaken in accordance with mining plan duly approved bycentral govt.

2) A mining plan may be modified with prior approval of central govt. during operation ofmining lease.

Rule 22B : Mining plan to be prepared by recognized persons :

1) No mining plan shall be approved by Central govt. unless it is prepared by a qualifiedperson recognized in this behalf by central govt.

2) No person shall be recognized by the central govt. for the purpose of sub rule (1) unlesshe holdsa) a degree in mining engineering or a post graduate degree in geology granted by a

university established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, a provincial Act or astate Act including any institution recognized by the University Grants Commission

established under section 4 of UGC Act 1956 or any equivalent qualification grantedby any university or institution outside India

b) Profession experience of five years of working in a supervisory capacity in the fieldof mining after obtaining the degree.3) A person recognized to prepare a mining plan may carry out modification of an existing

mining plan.

Rule 22BB(1A) : Vide this rule, every mining plan submitted for approval under sub-rule 1 .

Rule 22C : Grant of recognition by Central govt.1) Any person possession the qualification and experiences\ referred to in sub rule (2) of

Rule 22B may apply for being recognized as qualified person to the competent authority

appointed for the purpose by the central govt.2) The competent authority after making such inquiry as it deems fit, may grant or refuse to

grant recognition and where recognition is refused, the competent authority shall record

reasons in writing and communicate the same to the applicant.3) A recognition shall be granted for an initial period of two years and shall be renewable

for the like period; provided that the competent authority may refuse to renew recognitionfor the reasons to be recorded in writing after giving an opportunity of hearing to the

person concerned.


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4) An appeal shall lie to the central govt. against the order of competent authority refusingto grant or renew application for recognition. The Joint Secretary, Deptt of Mines hasbeen authorized as an appealing authority under this sub rule.

Explanation : For the purpose of this rule, CG and RCOM, IBM shall be deemed to be the

competent authority.

1.2.1 Consequent to amendment in main text of MCR, the model Form I&J for grant and renewalof mining lease respectively have also been modified. The relevant information required in

filling up Form I&J which have a bearing on preparation of mining plans are given below :

Form I item 3

(xvi) Broad parameters of the mineral/orebody/bodies a) Strike length, average width and dipb) Wall rocks on hanging and foot wall sides.c) Whether area is considerably disturbed, geologically or is comparatively free of

geological disturbances (copy of geological map of the area is to be attached)d) Reserves assessed with their grade(s) (chemical analysis reports of representative

samples are to be attached)

e) Whether the area is virgin. If not, the extent to which it has already been worked. Incase there are old workings, their locations are to be shown on the geological map of

the area.

(xvii) Broad parameters of the minea) Proposed date of commencement of mining operationsb) Proposed rate of mineral production during first five years year wisec) Proposed rate of production when mine is fully developedd) Anticipated life of the minee) Proposed method of mining (underground or opencast)

i) If underground, method of approach to the deposit/mineral/ore whetherthrough inclines or shafts

ii) If opencast, the overburden to ore ratio and overall pit slope.f) Nature of land chosen for dumping overburden/waste and tailings (that is type of

land, whether agriculture, grazing land, barren saline land etc) and whether proposedsite has been shown on the mine working plan. Give also the extent of area in hect.

set apart for dumping of waste and tailings.

(xviii) A mining plan whether duly approved by Central govt. (to be attached with this

application)

Form J Item xC : A mining plan which shall include

a) the plan of area showing nature and extent of mineral body, spot or spots whereexcavation is to be done in the first year and its extent, a detailed cross section

and detailed plan of spot(s) of excavation based on prospecting data gathered byapplicant, a tentative scheme of mining for first five years of the lease.

b) The details of geology and lithology of the area and extent of manual miningand through machines


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c) Annual programme and plan for excavation for five years andd) The plan of area showing natural water courses, limits of reserved and other

forest areas and density of trees, if any, assessment of impact of mining activity

on forest, land surface and environment including air and water pollution,details of scheme of restoration of the area by afforestation, land reclamation,

use of pollution control devices.

Vide GSR 743(E) dated 25/09/2004 amendment was made in the MineralConcession Rules, 1960 by which State Government was empowered to approve

the mining plan of open cast mines in respect of 29 non-metallic or industrialminerals in their respective territorial jurisdiction.

1.2.2 Now under MCDR 1988 also, the mining operations in any area has to be commenced inaccordance with approved mining plan. The relevant rules in this respect are given below :

9. Mining plan :

(1)No person shall commence mining operations in any area except in accordance with amining plan approved under clause (b) sub section (2) Section 5 of the Act.(2)The Controller General or authorized officer may require the holder of mining lease to

make such modifications in the mining plan referred in sub rule 1 or impose suchconditions as he may consider necessary by an order in writing if such modifications or

imposition of conditions are considered necessary

a) In light of the experience of operation of mining plan;b) In view of change in the technological development.

10. Modification of Mining plan

(1)A holder of mining lease desirous of seeking modifications in approved mining plan asare considered expedient, in the interest of safe and scientific mining, conservation ofminerals, or for the protection of environment, shall apply to the CG setting for the

intended modifications and explaining reasons for such modifications.(2)The CG or authorized officer may approve the modifications under sub rule 1 or

approved with such alterations as he may consider expedient. Vide CCOM CircularNo.10/2006 dated 26-9-2006, RCOM/OIC were empowered to dispose off applications

seeking modifications and approval of modified MP/SOM.

11. Mining plan to be submitted by Existing lessee

(1)Where mining operations have been undertaken before commencement of these ruleswithout an approved mining plan, the holder of such mining lease shall submit a mining

plan within one year from the date of commencement of these rules to RCOM forapproval.

(2)If a mining lease holder has not been able to submit mining plan within the specifiedperiod for the reasons beyond his control, he may apply for extension of time giving

reasons to the following authorities;(a) to the RCOM for extension of time upto six months;


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(b) To COM for extension of time exceeding six months but not exceeding one year;(c) To CCOM for extension of time beyond one year.

(3)The RCOM, COM and CCOM as the case may be, on receiving the application madeunder sub rule 2 may on being satisfied, extend the period for submission of mining plan

for the period mentioned in clauses (a) (b) or (c) of the said sub rule.

(4)The RCOM may approve plan submitted by the lessee under sub rule 1 or may requiremodifications to be carried out in the plan and lessee shall carry out such modificationsand resubmit the modified plan for approval.

(5)The RCOM shall, within a period of 90 days from the date of receipt of mining plan ormodified mining plan, convey his approval or disapproval to the applicant and in case of

disapproval, he shall also convey reasons for disapproving the said mining plan ormodified mining plan.

(6)If no decision is conveyed within stipulated period under sub rule 5, the mining plan ormodified mining plan, as the case may be, shall be deemed to have been provisionally

approved and such approval shall be subject to final decision whenever communicated.(7)The mining plan submitted under sub rule 1 shall be prepared by a recognized person.

12. Review of mining plan.

(1)Omitted.(2)The owner, agent, mining engineer or manager of every mine shall review the mining

plan as prescribed under sub rule 1 and submit a scheme of mining for next five years ofthe lease to RCOM for approval.

(3)The scheme of mining shall be submitted to RCOM at least 120 days before expiry offive years period for which it is approved on the last occasion.

(4)The RCOM or authorized officer shall convey his approval or refusal to scheme ofmining within 90 days of the date of its receipt.

(5)If approval or refusal of scheme of mining is not conveyed to mining leaseholder withinstipulated period, the scheme of mining shall be deemed to have been provisionallyapproved subject to final decision whenever communicated.

(6)The provisions of rule 9,10 and 13 shall apply to the scheme of mining in the same wayas applicable to the mining plan.

(7)Every scheme of mining submitted under sub rule 2 shall be prepared by a recognizedperson or a person employed under clause (b) of sub rule 1 of rule 42.

13. Mining operations to be in accordance with mining plans(0)Every mining lease holder shall carry out mining operations in accordance with

approved mining plan with such conditions as may have been prescribed under sub rule

2 of rule 9 or with such modifications, if any, as permitted under rule 10 or mining planor scheme approved under rule 11 or 12 as the case may be.

(1)If mining operations are not carried out in accordance with mining plan as referred undersub rule 1, RCOM or authorized officer may order suspension of all or any of the miningoperations as may be necessary to restore the conditions in the mine as envisaged under

said mining plan.


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1[23A. Mine closure plan : Every mine shall have mine closure plan which shall be of two types;

(i) A progressive mine closure plan; and(ii)A final mine closure plan.

23B. Submission of progressive mine closure plan : (1) The owner, agent, manager or mining

engineer shall in case of fresh grant or renewal of mining lease, submit a progressive mine closure

plan as a component of mining plan to RCOM or officer authorized by state govt. in this behalf asthe case may be.

(2) The owner, agent, manager or mining engineer shall in case of existing mining lease, submit aprogressive mine closure plan as a component of mining plan to RCOM or officer authorized

by state govt. in this behalf as the case may be for approval on or before 31-12-2004.

(3) The owner, agent, manager or mining engineer shall review progressive mine closure planevery five years from the date of its approval in case of existing mine or from date of opening

of mine in case of fresh grant or from the date of renewal of lease, as the case may be, and shallsubmit to RCOM or officer authorized by state govt as the case may be, for its approval.

(4) The RCOM or officer authorized by state govt as the case may be, shall convey his approval orrefusal of progressive mine closure plan within 90 days of its receipt.

(5) If approval or refusal of progressive mine closure plan is not conveyed to the owner, agent,manager or mining engineer of the lease within stipulated period, the progressive mine closureplan shall be deemed to have been provisionally approved subject to final decision whenever

communicated.

23C. Submission of final mine closure plan : (1) The owner, agent, manager or mining engineershall submit a final mine closure plan to RCOM or officer authorized by state govt. in this behalf as

the case may be, for approval one year prior to proposed closure of the mine.

(2) The RCOM or officer authorized by state govt as the case may be, shall convey his approval orrefusal of final mine closure plan within 90 days of its receipt to the owner, agent, manager or

mining engineer.(3) If approval or refusal of final mine closure plan is not conveyed to the owner, agent, manager

or mining engineer of the lease within the period specified in sub rule 2, the final mine closureplan shall be deemed to have been provisionally approved subject to final decision whenever

communicated.

23D. The modification of mine closure plan : (1) The mining lease holder desirous of seeking

modifications in approved mine closure plan shall submit to the CG or officer authorized by stategovt. in this behalf as the case may be, for approval setting forth intended modifications andexplaining reasons for such modifications.

(2) The CG or officer authorized by state govt as the case may be, may approve the modificationssubmitted under clause 1 or approve with such alterations as he may consider expedient.

23E. Responsibility of mining lease holder : (1) The owner, agent, manager or mining engineershall have responsibility to ensure that protective measures contained in mine closure plan referred


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to in this rule including reclamation and rehabilitation work have been carried out in accordance

with approved mine closure plan or with such modifications as approved by RCOM or officerauthorized by state govt as the case may be, in that behalf under this rule.

(2) The owner, agent, manager or mining engineer shall submit to RCOM or officer authorized bystate govt. in this behalf as the case may be, a yearly report before 1 st July every year setting

forth extent of protective and rehabilitative works carried out as envisaged in approved mineclosure plan and if there is any deviation, reasons thereof.

23F. Financial Assurance : (1) Financial assurance has to be furnished by every leaseholder. Theamount of financial assurance shall be Rs.25000/- for A category mines and Rs.15000/- for B

category mine per hect of mining lease area put to use for mining and allied activities. However,minimum amount of financial assurance to be furnished in any of the forms referred to in clause 2

shall be Rs.2 lakhs for A category mines and Rs.1 lakh for B category mines.

Provided that a leaseholder shall be required to enhance the amount of financial assurance withincrease in area of mining and allied activities;

Provided further that where a leaseholder undertakes reclamation and rehabilitation measures as partof progressive closure of mine, the amount so spent shall be reckoned as sum of financial assurance

already spent by leaseholder and total amount of financial assurance to be furnished by the lesseeshall be reduced to that extent;

(2) The financial assurance shall be submitted in one of the following forms to RCOM or officerauthorized by the state govt in that behalf as the case may be or any amendment to it

a) letter of credit from any scheduled bankb) Performance or surety bondc) Trust fund build up through annual contribution from revenue generated by mine and basedon expected amount sum required for abandonment of mine; ord) Any other form of security or any other guarantees acceptable to the authority.

(3) The lessee shall submit financial assurance to RCOM or officer authorized by the state govt inthat behalf as the case may be before executing mining lease deeds. In case of existing lease,

the lessee shall submit financial assurance along with progressive mine closure plan.(4) Release of financial assurance shall be effective upon notice given by the lessee for satisfactory

compliance of provisions contained in the mine closure plan and certified by RCOM or officerauthorized by the state govt in that behalf as the case may be.

(5) If the RCOM or officer authorized by the state govt in that behalf as the case may be hasreasonable grounds for believing that protective reclamation and rehabilitation measures asenvisaged in the approved mine closure plan in respect of which financial assurance was givenhas not been or will not be carried out in accordance with mine closure plan either fully or

partially, the RCOM or officer authorized by the state govt in that behalf as the case may beshall give the lessee a written notice of his intention to issue orders for forfeiting the sum

assured at least 30 days prior to date of order to be issued.(6) Within 30 days of receipt of notice referred in sub clause 5, if no satisfactory reply has been

received in writing from the lessee, the RCOM or officer authorized by the state govt in that


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behalf as the case may be shall pass an order for forfeiting surety amount and a copy of such

order shall be endorsed to concerned state govt.(7) Upon issuance of order by RCOM or officer authorized by the state govt in that behalf as the

case may be, concerned state govt. may realize any letter of credit or bond or any other surety,guarantee provided or obtained as financial assurance for the purpose of performance of

protective, reclamation, rehabilitation measures and shall carry out those measures or appoint

an agent to do so.

The guidelines for preparation of PMCP/FMCP are annexed as Annexure : to be inserted here

2.0 RECOGNITION TO PERSONS TO PREPARE MINING PLANS

2.0RELEVANT AMENDMENTSAs per amended rule 22B(1) of MCR, a mining plan is to be prepared by a recognized person

who satisfies the qualification and experience stipulated in rule 22B(2) of MCR. Under rule 22C, theCG and RCOM have been declared as competent authority to grant/refuse recognition.

2.1Prescribed forms for applying for recognition :For seeking recognition as qualified person under rule 22C, prescribed application forms are

Form A and Form B. Form A is for individual applicant and priced at Rs.10/- (annexure I). Form B

is for organization applicant and priced at Rs.50/- (Annexure II). There are six copies of enclosuresto Form B for the bio data of upto six key persons.

2.2PROCUREMENT AND SUBMISSION OF FORMS :2.2.1 An applicant may obtain on payment his application form from the regional office under

whose jurisdiction the place he normally resides, falls.2.2.2 The completed application may be submitted to the RCOM concerned from where

application form was obtained.

2.3PROCESSING OF FORMS :2.3.1 The RCOM may examine the application in accordance with Rule 22(C) of MCR and

amendments made from time to time.

2.3.2 The RCOM after complete satisfaction if necessary by personal interview may accordrecognition to applicant or refuse recognition as the case may be. The reasons of refusal

are to be recorded in writing. In case of renewal of registration, an opportunity of hearing

may be given to the person concerned and reasons of refusal may be also recorded inwriting. Decision regarding recognition should be recorded in the space provided foroffice use only at the end of Form A&B. If necessary, separate sheets may be attached for

reporting reasons for refusing grant of recognition.2.3.3 2.3.3 The refusal may be communicated to the party in form of letter given in Annexure

III. The reasons for refusal shall also be recorded in the letter.2.3.4 2.3.4 The recognition may be granted in the certificate given at Annexure IV A and IV B

for individual and organization respectively. The recognition granted is valid only for twoyears.


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2.4 PROCEDURE FOR GIVING REGISTRATION NUMBERS2.4.1 Registration number should be given containing the following segment of information in

the order

a) A notation RQP indicating that it is for recognition for the qualified persons followed by.b) The regional office code of Regional office which has granted recognition (Annexure V)

followed byc) The running serial number of recognized person in three digits running from 001 to 999

followed byd) Year of registration and validity (10 years)e) Whether the applicant is individual or an organization.

2.4.2 Thus in respect of first qualified person recognized the number would be as follows :RQP/Regional office code/001/year of registration/A.

The serial number mentioned in item (c) above shall be common for individual andorganization both.

2.5An application shall be disposed off by the RCOM concerned within 30 days from the date ofreceipt of complete application. All clarifications must be sought at one time.

2.6A copy of the order granting recognition or refusal should simultaneously be endorsed to CG,CCOM and COM concerned for information.

2.7 While forwarding letter of recognition to an applicant, a proforma of annual return (Annexure

VI) should be endorsed which he will be required to submit giving information and particulars of themining plan prepared by him during the year under review. This annual report is to be submitted by

31st

July for the year ending 31st

March. A copy of outline of mining plan (Annexure VII) will alsobe forwarded to him specifically mentioning that it is merely for his general guidelines and is merely

indicative and not exhaustive. The recognized person may also be advised to submit a certificate inregard to correctness of data and compliance of Mines Act and Rules (Annexure VIII) alongwith the

mining plan.

2.8 A monthly report shall be submitted to the CG every calander month in the proforma given inAnnexure IX.A copy of the same may also be sent to CCOM and concerned COM. The monthly

report must reach to th CG by 5th

of the following month. Any clarification of advice in this aspectmay be sought from COM, CCOM or CG as the case may be.

Additionally the following aspects are to be observed by the RCOM

i) A key person in Form B must be a whole time employee of the companyii) A company should submit names of at least two key persons with requisite qualification

and experience in Form B.

iii) The authorized signatory of Form B should also submit a declaration given in AnnexureX

iv) It is possible that a key person in the employment of applicant firm, association, companyetc may leave the firm and another person(s) holding requisite qualification and


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experience who could be regarded as suitable key person may join. Therefore while

issuing the certificate of recognition to the firm, association or company, forwardingletter should convey instructions that the company shall inform the RCOM by a letter in

duplicate within one week of the change, the name of key person dropped and proposedto be added. It may be made clear to the company that in case of default, certificate of

recognition would be deemed as invalid. The RCOM should convey his decision

regarding approval of proposed key person(s) in his reply to companys letter. Theduplicate copy of companys letter and reply of RCOM should be sent forthwith to theCG for information.

v) It shall also be the duty of key person(s) to inform the RCOM about their leavingemployment of the company who had mentioned their names as key persons in the

application for grant of certificate of recognition as qualified persons to prepare miningplans.

vi) While granting certificate of recognition, forwarding letter should also mention that anymining plan prepared by the company and submitted by authorized persons should also

bear the signatures of key persons who have contributed to preparation of mining plan.vii) The names of key persons and their qualifications should also be mentioned on the

reverse side of the certificate of recognition.

2.9 All regional offices should maintain a central register of registration of qualified persons as per

Annexure XI.

2.10 All instructions issued by the CG or CCOM from time to time shall be complied by the RCOM.Processing and Examination of Mining plans

3.1 General

3.1.1.It is now obligatory on the part of applicant to submit an approved mining plan along with amining lease application submitted for grant or renewal in Form I or J under Section 5(2) of Mines

and Minerals (Regulation and Development) (MMRD) Act and rule 22 and 24(a) of MCR.

3.1.2.However as per rule 26 of MCR, application for grant of renewal of mining lease made underRule 22 or 24(a) shall not be refused by the state govt. only on the ground that Forms I and J is not

complete.

3.1.3.The mining plans are submitted to IBM for approval as Central Govt. has vested this power toCG/CCOM/COM/RCOM of IBM vide Notification No.445(E) dated 8-4-1987 (Annexure XII)

3.1.4.The mining plan pertaining to all minerals excluding sand used for stowing purpose in coal

mines and minerals mentioned in rule 2 of MCDR, 1988 shall be considered by IBM for approval.

3.1.5.The mining shall be prepared by the recognized qualified person by following outlines andguidelines (Annexure VII and XIII) as far as possible. The mining plans should be scrutinized

strictly with regard to their adequacy in respect of mineral conservation and environmentmanagement plan as the essential purpose of mining plan is to ensure scientific and systematic

mining and prevention of degradation of environment to the maximum extent practically possible.

3.1.6.The contents of mining plan of small mines which constitute majority may be far less thancontent of mining plans of large mines, even though the outline followed may almost be the same.


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The distinction between small and large mines should be kept in view while scrutinizing the mining

plans. Small mines may have nothing to mention against some of the items of outline like air, qualityanalysis, noise/vibration control studies, geo-technical/slope stability studies etc.

3.1.7.The mining shall be initially submitted in draft form and in two copies by the party to

concerned regional office along with processing fee of Rs.1,000/- per sq.km.

3.1.8.The regional office shall issue a receipt of draft mining plan to the party in the proforma givenin Annexure XIV.

3.1.9.One copy of mining plan will be retained in the regional office and one copy will be returned

totheparty along with suggested modifications/alterations within 30 days from the date of its receipt.All clarifications from the party shall be sought in one lot.

3.1.10.A specific period should be givento the party for submission of modified mining plan failing

which the mining plan should be rejected. However, one or two grace periods can be given forsubmission depending on merit.

3.1.11.After modification, the party will submit five copies of mining to be dealt with as follows:

i) One copy to be sent to the concerned Regional Director of Mines Safety.ii) One copy to be sent to the concerned COMiii) One copy for use of regional office.iv) One copy to the concerned DGM of the state; andv) One copy to be returned to the party duly approved and authenticated by the

COM/RCOM/State authorities as the case may be.

Scrutiny of Mining plans

3.2.1.All the draft mining plans shall be initially scrutinized by the regional office. For public sector

and mechanized mines, following further procedure should be adopted.

Mining plan of fully mechanized (Cat A) mines: The RCOM will send draft scrutiny letter to theCOM concerned. The COM will issue scrutiny letter after modification, if any, to the party within

10days. Efforts should be made to communicate scrutiny of the draft mining plan to the party within30 days.

3.2.2.For convenience of scrutinizing officer, general guidelines in respect of geology, opencast

working, underground working, environmental management plan and beneficiation are given in

Chapter 4.

3.2.3.The approval of mining plan of all mines except fully mechanized Cat A mines as discussed

above will be done by the RCOM.

3.2.4. In the regional office where RCOM is not in position (either the incumbent is on long leave orposting is not made), the case will be duly examined by the officer in charge and referred to the

COM concerned for disposal.


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3.3 Site Inspection

3.3.1.The mining plan of virgin areas should be approved only after site inspection is made along

with the representative of applicant. The adequacy of data and correctness of mining plan should bechecked at site. Site inspections should be made by RCOM/DCOM as the case may be. However in

case of complex geological structure of the area, the RCOM/DCOM may associate SMG.

3.3.2.In case of mining plans submitted for renewal of lease, earlier office records should also beconsulted, specially to check compliance of suggestions regarding exploration, environment

protection measures etc.

3.3.4.The site inspection report should be submitted to zonal office in duplicate along with finalconclusion of the inspecting officer.

3.5 Approval of Mining plan : Only 90 days will be allowed for approval/rejection of the mining

plan from the date of receipt of fresh mining plan.

3.5.2.The approval/rejection of mining plan should preferably be on the prescribed format(Annexure XV and XVI)3.6.Endorsement of Correspondence : A copy each of all the correspondence with the party and

reply of the party to RCOM/COM should be endorsed to the COM for information.

3.7.Submission of periodic returns : A monthly report of mining plans should be submitted to the CGfor every calendar month in the format Annexure XVII A and XVII B and it should reach his office

by 5thof the following month. The CG,IBM will send monthly report of mining plan and grant ofrecognition under rule 22 C of MCR, 60 the Ministry in the format Annexure XVIII A and XVIII B

respectively.

3.8.Maintenance of register/control chart: All regional/zonal offices should maintain a controlchart/register of status of approval of mining as per Annexure XIX. Any clarifications/advices in

regard to mining plan may be sought from COM/CCOM/CG as the case may be. And all instructionsissued by them from time to time should be complied with by regional/zonal office.

3.9. Miscellaneous : All endeavor should be made by IBM to dispose off the mining plan within 90

days excluding the time taken by the party for modification, preparation of supplementary note etc.A model activity chart for processing of mining plan is enclosed at Annexure XX.

4.0 Guidelines for scrutiny of Mining plans

4.1 Geology and Reserves

4.1.1.Physiography: The aspects to be looked into are the relief of terrain, drainage pattern,

vegetation, climatic features, rainfall data and status of the area with regard to accessibility alongwith toposheet number and latitude disclosed by the area applied for.

4.1.2.Geology: Contoured surface geological map on a scale of 1:2000 minimum should be

examined for all features detailed below :


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i) Disposition of lithological units with clear nomenclature and their descriptions.ii) Contracts traced or inferrediii) Attitudes like dip and strike, joints should be available in adequate numbers.iv) Structural features such as folds, faults and their attitudesv) Delineation of mineralized/ore zones.

4.1.3. Details of Exploration already carried out

i) Information on exploration already carried out in the area with regard to location of pits,trenches, boreholes, exploratory mine workings like edits, shafts, inclines, old workings,etc should be shown on geological plan mentioned above. These should accompany

suitable longitudinal and transverse geological sections, on a minimum scale of 1:2000for opencast mines depending upon the complexity of deposit and variation of grade.

Sections are to be prepared using borehole/pit/trench/ lithologs.ii) Lithologs of pits, benches, boreholes and other exploratory workings along with sampling

data should be given showing locations of samples and their chemical analysis results.Recovery and tonnage factor may be calculated from ore actually produced from pits and

trenches.iii) Geological plans of all underground exploratory workings with assay data should be

available on a suitable scale, minimum scale being 1:1000

iv) Geological longitudinal sections and transverse sections at 30m interval and abovedepending upon extent, complexity of deposit and variation of grade on scale 1:1000 are

also to be enclosed for underground mines.v) Details of geophysical and geochemical exploration carried out if any.

4.1.3 (a) Exploration proposed to be carried out (in case adequate total reserves is not established for

the tenure of lease)

i) The scheme of exploration should be consistent with the production programme indicatedby applicant and should include the quantum of work with anticipated results.ii) The exploration details should including pitting, trenching, drilling and exploratory

mining wherever necessary. All such proposed exploratory workings should be shown

distinctly on the geological plan.iii) The proposed quantum of exploration should be thoroughly examined taking into account

exploration work already carried out, if any to ensure the degree of confidence ofreserves for entire lease period.

4.1.4 Method of Estimation of reserves : The parameters considered for reserve estimation :

i) Critical dimension of orebody/ies based on exploration dataii) Critical examination of grade charactersticsiii) Cut off grade and delineation of ore shoots or mineralized zonesiv) Adequate determinations of bulk density.v) Basis of categorization of reserves into proved, probable and possible reserves based on

the degree of insurance

vi) Method/s adopted for making ore reserve estimation should be decided on the merits ofdeposits at lest two standard method should be adopted as a check to achieve near

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4.1.5. Geological reserves and grades : Taking into account all data obtained from exploration of

surface, sub surface geological features etc and irrespective of cut off that may be considered forestimation of mineable reserves purely on the basis of geological consideration total insitu reserves

available in the deposit with approximate grade will form the geological reserves from whichmineable reserves should be given. Further, reserves should be classified as per United Nations

Framework Classification (UNFC).

The mineable reserves of proved and probable category should sustain atleast for five years.

4.2 Guidelines for Scrutiny of opencast scheme/mines :

4.2.1. Justification for opencast mining vis--vis configuration of deposit and nature of ore body andwall rocks

4.2.2. Check mineable reserves considering various barriers, roads, canals, buildings, humansettlements etc.

4.2.3. Check production level vis--vis reserves allowing a maximum period of 50 years forexploitation.

4.2.4.Verify yearly pit plans with proposed year wise development and production for first five yearsfor correctness and feasibility, keeping proposed mining system, machinery and man power in view.The following points have to be looked into in particular;

i) Appropriate bench heights and widthsii) Number of pits and their necessity in relation to concentration of workingsiii) Accessibility for transport from various working benches.iv) Grade control considering quality of production and blending possibilityv) Provision of sumpvi) Distinct benching in ore and overburden.

4.2.5.Check norms of performance for drilling, blasting, loading, etc both for mean and machinery.For this purpose thumb rules may be used (see 4.2.9). If there is human settlement or buildings

nearby, ask for ground vibration and noise level study.

4.2.6. Check for standby provisions

4.2.7.Check roughly ultimate pit limit keeping an ultimate slope of 35o to 65o depending uponnature of wall rocks. Based on either the data submitted by party or site visit, check up if geo

technical investigations are considered necessary for slope design. If so, advice the party to carry outsuch investigations. This will not be necessary in simple cases where stability problems are not

anticipated.

4.2.8.Check location of waste/subgrade dumps/stacks, buildings etc in relation to ultimate pit limitand mineralisation of the area. The dump should preferably be on non mineralized area and out of

ultimate pit limit.

4.2.9. Thumb rules of performance of common mining machinery and power factor in different rock

Mining Machinery


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Drills

Type Size Performance/shiftJack Hammers 33mm 30 to 45 mtr

Wagon drill 100mm 25 to 36 mtrDrill master I.R. 150mm 20 to 30 mtr

Drill master I.R. 225mm 20 to 30 mtr

Norms of air consumptionJack hammers 3m3

Wagon drills 6m3Large dia blast hole drill 150mm 10m3

-do- 225mm 15m3

Loaders

Rope shovel 1.9m3 750 to 1000 tonnes

-do- 4.6m3 2500 to 3000 tonnesHydraulic shovel 2.3m3 1000 to 1500 tonnes

-do- 3.0m3 1200 to 1800 tonnes

Dumpers

1.5 km haul distance 25 tonnes 400 tonnes0.5 km -do- 35 tonnes 2000 tonnes

2.5 km -do- 35 tonnes 500 tonnes

Power Factor (tones of rock/kg of explosive)

Type of drill used

Mineral Jack hammers Deep hole blast

Iron ore 4 to 6 5 to 8

Limestone 6 to 8 9 to 10

Note : The above figures may be treated as only rough guides. These should be modified on gainingexperience.

4.3 Guidelines for Scrutiny of underground mines

4.3.1.Specific reasons and factors for adopting underground mining

a) Examine details furnished for jurisdiction or underground mining so as to come todefinite conclusion.

b) Whether production envisaged is commensurate with mineable reserves.c) Examine whether mining lease area covers sufficient dip side of deposit so that mines

can be extended reasonably upto maximum possible workable limit in future.


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4.3.2 Mineral reserves and anticipated life of mine : While checking exploration data, examine

whether demonstrated reserves are adequate for at least 5 years and whether total reserves for thewhole lease period have been submitted.

4.3 Plans and sections :

i) Surface Geological Plan : All plans and sections submitted should be as per MMR andMCDR. Examine for the scale of plan. Examine whether all important geologicalfeatures, contours, HFL, borehole location and all old workings have been shown.

ii) Longitudinal and Transverse Section : Longitudinal section should cover proposed minearea and areas beyond. Transverse sections submitted should be at 30 to 100m intervals

and should be prepared along the future of deposit.

Explanatory Note : These plans and sections will also help in checking location of mine entries, e.g.distance between two outlets and locations above HFL and position with respect to any disturbed. As

per MMR, surface cover above first level should be at 16m. This should be checked. Bothlongitudinal and transverse sections shall indicate level intervals, winze intervals. Level and intervals

should not be too close.

4.3.4 Size of development, size of pillars should be such that working remain stable during

development and stoping stages.

4.3.5.Size of level/winzes/raises/pillars : They should be commensurate with MMR and MCDR andshould also take into account size of equipment to be used; pillars should be regular in size and

shape in general and should be stable.

4.3.6.Leval and Winzes intervals : They should not be too close which virtually amounts to particalstoping and should not be allowed. We may ask for justification in cases of doubt.

4.3.7 Examination of proposed mining method : Here examine the workability of deposit and

technical viability of the proposal submitted.

4.3.8.Year wise development in ore and waste for first five years : Proposed developments should beshown in plans and sections for every year in different colours preferably.

4.3.9.Year wise production for five years, proposed rate of production when fully developed : This

may include stoping production also, if any.

4.3.10.Proposal for assay plan : If there is no proposal, insist for it whenever required e.g. base

metals, gold, mica etc.

4.3.11.Whether any data on geo-mechanical properties of ore and adjoining rocks have been

furnished and whether the same have been utilized in designing method of development and stoping: Examination of geo mechanical properties may be required for determination of size of drives and

pillars in case of various minerals e.g. rock salt, soapstone, chromite etc.

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a) Area covered under proposed stopingb) Justification for the method suggestedc) Whether broad limit of stoping has been shown on plans and sections.d) Whether any cut off grade has been adopted. It needs examination whether minimum

has been considered

e) Proposed recovery (% extraction) from stoping suggested whether it is optimum?f) Dilution factors and grade control problemsg) Any proposal for extraction of remanant pillars e.g. crown, sill etc.h) Minimum rate of development should be ensured in the mine while proposing for

stoping.i) In case of cut and fill stoping, source of fill material and nature of fill material (e.g.

toxic etc)j) Whether any surface subsidence has been visualized and if so, whether precautionary

measures have been suggested.

Explanatory Note : We may not, however, go into much details for examining of stoping whilesubmitting mining plan as in any case, each stoping proposal has to be submitted statutorily under

MCDR and cleared. As and when the mine has actually been developed for stoping, the proposalwill be thoroughly examined. Therefore for the purpose of mining plan, we may be satisfied withreasonable stoping proposal outline submitted.

4.3.13.System of Winding : I depth of shaft is more than 60m, check if provision of man winding is

provided.

4.3.14.Mine Ventilation : Adequacy of ventilation arrangement may be examined.4.3.15.Extent of Mechanization : Whether different items of equipment provided are adequate

including standby, if any to handle the tonnage to be mined.

4.3.16.Blasting :a) Whether drilling and blasting practices have been indicated separately for

development and stopingb) Examine adequacy and efficiency of drilling blasting programme.c) Whether provisions for underground stoppage of explosives made, if any are

according to explosive rules.

d) Whether latest technology of drilling and blasting has been proposed.4.3.17.Mine Drainage : Adequacy of pumping capacity may be provided.

4.3.18.Disposal of waste : Examine whether the rate of waste/subgrade mine generation is furnished

and proposed to be taken out of mine regularly and separately stacked.Whether holding capacity of dumping site is adequate.

4.3.19.Reclamation of old working : Proposals for reclamation of old workings and sealingabandoned mines need be examined.

4.3.20.Safety Aspects : The following special points on safety aspects may be examined

a) RL of collar of entry points in relation to higher flood level in the area.


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b) Whether 7.5m safety barrier along mine lease boundary has been consideredc) Whether minimum of 13.5m distance between 2 shafts/inclines has been provided.d) Whether adequate size of shaft/pillars has been provided for stability during whole lease

periode) Whether at least 16m surface cover is provided before opening 1st level.f) Whether there is any presence of old working/water logged areas within the area or within

60m distance from boundary.g) Precautions to be taken for approaching old workings, if any.

4.4 Guidelines for scrutiny with respect to environment : Check whether the key plan in toposheetcontains information as;

Boundary of mining lease and adjoining area within 5 km. and also if there are any

important features beyond 5km but in the vicinity preferably within 10km. If the informationfurnished in the key plan is not adequate, check it from other source and by reference to toposheet

from the number furnished by applicant.

Important features will include;a) human settlement with populationb) rivers, dams, estuary, seac) Sanctuary, national parks, tourist spots and religious placesd) Railway line, national/state/district highway

4.4.2 Check whether any court order/govt order/statutory restrictions have been imposed prohibiting

mining operations in the area. In that event, mining plan will be considered subject to thesestipulations. In case of any doubt, collect additional information, clarification from the concerned

authorities.

4.4.3 Baseline Information Existing Land use pattern : Check existing land use pattern andownership etc from the details furnished against item 2.6 of the outline of mining plan. Check up

whether different categories of existing land use pattern shown or stated such as agricultural land,forest land, grazing land, waste land etc. In case of agricultural land, cropping pattern may be

ascertained.

4.4.4 Water regime : Check whether information on surface drainage system has been furnished onkey plan as well as on surface plan/geological plan and fluctuations in the approximate discharge

during monsoon and dry season. Check availability of information on water table and its seasonablevariation. Examine information on water quality.

For keeping hydrological balance, measures proposed should be examined and watercourse shouldbe retained in relation to their specific use in the area for human and other consumption. Specialcheck should be made so that excavation due to mining should not affect adversely the quality

quantity and water resources in the area.

Check whether abatement by chemical addition and by dilution and by suitable treatment includingmonitoring measures have been proposed or not. Effluents from beneficiation plants should be

proposed to be treated and given in detail in beneficiation plant proposals.


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Check by correspondence from State Pollution Board and keep information on record for any

stipulation prescribed on the effluent discharges, solid, liquid, gas in particular area or not.

Check whether environment impact assessment has been given or not. Quality of statement to beassessed in general. Special emphasis on land, water and human settlements should be given. Effect

of blasting should also be examined.

4.4.5.Flora and Fauna : Check information on the types and density of saplings within lease area. Incase of any other kind of forest, the nature of trees per hect and their distribution on a plan or by

statement or any other means should be checked to have clear idea of the density of trees relates tothe tees of above 6 mtr height for all areas wherever trees exist. Regarding fauna, information on

wildlife in general is expected.

4.4.6.Storage and preservation of top soil :a) Thickness and types of soil occurring over mineralized area where mining is proposed and

over the dumps and stacking area.b) Manner of removal of top soil and its preservation for reclamation of mined land or

revegetation of waste dumps.

4.4.7.Proposal for reclamation of land affected by mining activities: Reclamation plan should be

submitted before mining operations come to close. The reclamation of mined out land can be broadlyclassified into following three groups:

a) Wide ore body is steeply dipping and it will take 25-50 years to exhaust the deposit. It willcreate external overburden dumps which will be revegetated starting from periphery from very

beginning. The open pit will be converted into water reservoir.

b) A number of separate lenses/beds re being mined after another. One pit fan be filled backwith the overburden top soil of other pit. When overburden and side burden is less, external dumps

should be formed (e.g. soapstone, chromite and limestone). In captive limestone mines and chinaclay mines, one or other pits may be allowed to be filled with water to supply to processing plant and

township.

c) In flat or gently dipping deposit like fireclay, bauxite, gypsum etc and in float ore mining,concurrent filling can be done and original surface land can be restored. In case of underground

mines where possibility of subsidence due to open slopes is apprehended, measures proposed tostabilize the affected area and process of reclamation should be examined.

4.4.8.In case of forest programme of phased compensatory afforestation: In case forest land coming

under purview of the Forest Conservation Act, 1980 a stipulation may be made that compensatory

afforestation or afforestation on degraded forest land shall be carried out as per the provisions ofrelevant Act. In case of revenue land, number of trees felled during mining operation should becompensated by twice the number of trees felled.

4.4.9.Measures for dust suppression: Dust suppression measures should be such that dust suppressed

by sprinkling of water at or near the sources, during drilling and on the haul roads.In case there is any public road or human settlement or agricultural land in neighbourhood,

creation of green belt for arresting dust by planting exotic fast growing varieties like eucalyptus etccould be considered.


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In case of proximity of sensitive areas and tourist spots, a system for monitoring ambient air

quality should be considered.

4.4.10 Measures to minimize vibration due to blast and check noise pollution:

a) Vibration: Quality of explosives proposed to be used per and maximum charge per delay

vis--vis IS specifications IS - 1973 to keep the vibration within permissible limits. Whetherany controlled blasting techniques are proposed to be adopted.

b)Noise : Whether any provision has been made to check noise levels at various places as stipulatedin DGMS circulars issued from time to time. Blasting noise and other noise should be determined by

scientific studies.

4.4.11.Stablization and vegetation of dumps : Examine the methods proposed to be adopted forstabilization specially by dump configuration, terracing vegetation in stages and stage wise increase

of dump height in active period. The vegetation species should be chosen which have long spreadingroots. The availability of water and top soil for vegetation on dumps should be kept in mind. Contour

trenches should be dug around the dump that silts and wash offs do not spread in the adjoiningfields.

4.4.12. Tailing Dam : Selection of site for tailing pond with respect to porosity and permeability ofrocks underlying existence of fissures, fault, joint and other structural disturbances and interaction

with water regime should be an important point of examination.

Tailing pond surface on the filled up areas should be immediately taken up for vegetation cover. Butwhile examining such proposals, it is may be seen whether fencing has been put or bund provided

for arresting any inadvertent access of cattle etc to the vegetated tailing areas. The quality ofeffluents in terms of toxicity and its neutralizing measures, escape or discharge of such toxic liquids

should be incorporated in the proposal. The limits of toxicity of effluents should be examined interms of standards prescribed by competent authority. Please check up whether storm water release

measures have been proposed in the tailing dam. Check whether there is any human settlement onthe down stream side of tailing dam and effect on it due to sudden discharge of effluents.

4.5 Guidelines for scrutiny with respect to mineral beneficiation.

4.5.1 If the mined ore needs to be beneficiated, then the complete analysis (both chemical and

mineralogical) of the feed and capacity of proposed mill along with the grade and otherspecifications of beneficiated products should be indicated.

4.5.2 If laboratory/pilot plant test work was already carried out on the sample, process flow sheet,details of process adopted, projected grades and recoveries of beneficiation products should begiven.

4.5.3 Complete details regarding physical and chemical characteristics of tailings, their possible

reuse, if any along with the design, size and capacity of tailing pond should be indicated. Details ofprocess of water treatment, if any and quality and quantity of final discharge and the place of its

disposal (proximity to rivers, public well or any other public utility places) should be furnished.


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LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexures to 2 : Recognition to persons to prepare mining plan

Annexure No.

I Form A for seeking recognition by individual under Rule 22(C) of MCR.

II Form B for seeking recognition for the organization under rule 22(C) of MCRIII Format for letter informing applicant regarding refusal of recognition under

rule 22C of MCR

IV A Certificate of recognition as qualified person to prepare mining plans underrule 22C of MCR

IVB Certificate of recognition as qualified person to prepare mining plans underrule 22C of MCR (for organization)

V Regional office CodeVI Proforma for annual return by the person recognized by IBM under rule 22C

of MCRVII Outlines of the mining plan/mining scheme/PMCP/FMCP

VIII Certificate regarding observation of Mines Act in the mining plan andcorrectness of mining plan to be submitted to the CG by regional offices

IX Format for monthly report of state wise status for grant of recognition under

rule 22C of MCR to be submitted to the CG by regional offices.X Form of declaration to be given by applicant while seeking recognition under

rule 22C of MCR as a company/organization/association etc.XI Control register for grant or refusal of recognition under rule 22C of MCR to

be maintained by regional offices.

Annexure to 3: Processing and examination of mining plans

XII Copy of notification dated 28-4-87 authorising CG/CCOM/COM and RCOMthe powers under section 5(2)(b) of MM (D&R) Act

XIII Guidelines in respect of outlines for mining plans icluding Environmentmanagement, scheme of mining (A, B), mine closure plans (PMCP and

FMCP_XIV Format for receipt of drft mining plan and modified mining plan.

XV Format of letter of approval of mining planXVI Format of letter of rejection ofmining plan

XVIIA Format of monthly report giving state wise status of approval of mining planto be submitted to CG,IBM by zonal offices.

XVIIB Format of monthly report giving state wise status of approval of mining plan

to be submitted to CG,IBM by regional offices.XIX Format for control register of status of mining plan to be maintained by zonal

and regional offices.

XX Format of financial assuranceXXI Model activity chart

XXII Format for calculation of financial assurance


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Copy to be retained by the applicant for his record

Form A

Seal

Mines & Minerals (Regulation & Development Act) 1957Application for Recognition as Qualified Person to Prepare Mining Plans(Under Rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960)

I,_________________________________ am desirous of seeking recognition as a qualified

person under rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960 for preparation of mining plans(including environment management plans) and furnish the following information :

1. (a) Name of the applicant :

(b) Fathers name :(C) Address of the applicant :

(d) Date of Birth :

(e) Nationality :(f) Place where applicant ordinarily resides

Village/city_____________Taluq__________Dist.___________State____________

Academic and Profession qualification (degree level and above)

Name of

institution/university

Examination passed Year of passing Subject

3.Experience in supervisory capacity in mining opertions (starting with present/most recent

position :

A Present or most recent post

Years of service : from to

Title of your postName and location of mine

Name and address of the employer

Description of your work, indicating personal

responsibility.

B. Previous Post Description of your work, indicating personal

responsibility


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C. Previous Post

Years of service : from toTitle of your post

Name and location of mineName and address of the employer

Description of your work, indicating personalresponsibility

Please attach separate sheet, if necessary

4.Experience if any in mine planning Analysis of own experience (state why you consider

yourself suitable for prepration of mining plans including environmental management plans.Give particulars of mine plans prepared if any).

5.List of copies of certificates and testimonials attached in support of qualifications,

experience.

6.Registration No. as recognized qualification person if

already secured in individual capacity.

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true, complete and to the best of myknowledge and belief.

Place:

Date Signature of Key Person

Seal of Applicant Organization Countersigned by authorized signatory.

Form B


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Seal

Mines & Minerals (Regulation & Development Act) 1957

Application for Recognition as Qualified Person to Prepare Mining Plans

(Under Rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960)

I,_________________________________ on behalf of _______________(applicant

organization) am desirous of seeking recognition as a qualified person under rule 22(c) ofMineral Conecession Rules, 1960 for preparation of mining plans (including environment

management plans) and furnish the following information :

1. Name of the applicant organisation:2. Registration No., date and name of

the authority with whom registered :3. Address of the registered office:

4. Name of authorized signatutory :

5. Signatorys fathers name :6. Name of key persons (upto a maximum of 6)

(They will invididually have the qualification and experience required for recognitionunder rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960)

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

(attach biodata of key persons in the enclosed proforma)

7. (a) State if application for recognition was ever made before under MCR, 1960

(b) If yes, name and address of the authority to whom the application was made with dateof application

(c) Decision of the said authority.

8.State why you consider (state why you consider the applicant organization suitable for

preparation of mining plans including environmental management plans. Give particulars ofmine plans prepared if any). Attach seperte sheet, if any.


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I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true, complete and to the best of my

knowledge and belief.

Place:

Date Signature of the applicant

.


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Bio data of Key person (Sr.No. ) Passport size photograph

Of applicant duly attested

1. (a) Name of key person :

(b) Fathers name :

(C) Address of the applicant :

(d) Date of Birth :(e) Nationality :

(f) Place where applicant ordinarily residesVillage/city_____________Taluq__________Dist.___________State____________

Academic and Profession qualification (degree level and above)

Name ofinstitution/university

Examination passed Year of passing Subject

3.Experience in supervisory capacity in mining operations (starting with present/most recentposition :

A Present or most recent post

Years of service : from toTitle of your postName and location of mine


Description of your work, indicating personal

responsibility.

B. Previous Post


Title of your postName and location of mineName and address of the employer

Description of your work, indicating personalresponsibility

C. Previous Post Description of your work, indicating personal

responsibility


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Please attach separate sheet, if necessary


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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

MINISTRY OF MINESINDIAN BUREAU OF MINES

No. dated

From : The Regional Controller of MinesIndian Bureau of Mines

___________________

To : ____________________________________________________________

______________________________

Sub : Your application No._____________dated_________ for grant of recognition as a qualifiedperson under MCR, 1960

Sir,

With reference to your above said application, you are hereby informed that recognition sought byyou is hereby refused for the reasons stated overleaf.

Yours faithfully,

(Regional Controller of Mines)

Reasons for refusing the request for recognition

Place

Dated Signature


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Seal

Certificate of recognition as qualified person to prepare miningplans.(Under rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960)

Shri ________________________resident of _____________s/o___________________ having given satisfactory evidence of hisqualifications and experience is hereby granted recognition underrule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules 1960 as a Qualified Personto prepre Minine Plans.

His registration number is

This recognition is valid for a period of two years ending_______.

Place

Dated Regional Controller of MinesIndian Bureau of Mines________________


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Regional office Code

Ajmer - AJMBangalore - BNGBhubaneshwar - BBR

Kolkata - CALDehradun - DDNHyderabad - HYDJabalpur - JBPMargao (Goa) - GOAChennai - CNNNellore - NLRNagpur - NGPUdaipur - UDP

Ranchi - RNC


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Proforma for Annual Return by the person recognized by IBMunder rule 22(c) of Mineral Concession Rules, 1960

Return shall be sent in triplicate to theRecognizing authority by 31st July everyYear for the year ending 31st March.

Annual Return for the year (ending 31st March)

1.Name and address of the recognized person.2.His registration number3.Particulars of each of mining plans prepared indicating the

following :h)Title of the mining plani) Name and address of the clientj)Date of submission to the approving authorityk)Reference of letter of approval/rejection of mining planl) Whether prepared singly or jointly with othersm)In case prepared jointly, give names and registration numberof recognition of others.

(The information under item 3 may be given on separate sheets foreach of the mining plans prepared)


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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

MINISTRY OF MINESINDIAN BUREAU OF MINES

No.-N-11013/56/REN-RQP/89-CCOM Nagpur, dated

To.Controller of Mins (SZ)/(NZ)/(CZ),Regional Controller of MinesIndian Bureau of Mines

Ajmer/Bangalore/Bhubaneshwar/Dehradun/Hyderabad/Kolkata/Nagpur/Ranchi/ Udaipur.

Sub : Procedure for renewal of certificate issued to RQPs

Sir,

As discussed in Quarterly Review Meeting at Nagpur on 19

th

July 1989 and approved byController General, IBM, the procedure for renewal of certificate issued to RQPs is enclosed

herewith for further necessay action.

Yours faithfully,

Encl : One as above(M.Mukherjee)

Controller of MinesFor Chief Controller of MinesIndian Bureau of Mines

Copy to CG, IBM, Nagpur alongwith enclosures

Copy to Guard File


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Procedure for renewal of certificate issued to Recognised Qualified Persons

1. The certificate shall be renewed only on getting request for renewal. The requestmay be in plain paper, standard form not be used for the purpose. Thecertificate shall be renewed by the same regional office who has given the first

recognition.

2. The RQP shall submit his annual report and a part report upto the date of applicationalong with his request for renewal. The original certificate is tobe enclosed by RQPfor endorsement along with application.

3. On the certificate in the front page left hand side rubber stamp reading renewed

upto should be put. Hindi translation shall also be put along with English version.Renewal by for two years from the date of expiry of recognition. Be two yearsfrom the date of expiry irrespective of the date of application for renewal.

4. The renewal application should normally be submitted by RQPs three months beforethe date of expiry.

5 .Below rubber stamp granting renewal as mentioned at item No.3, competent

authority should put full dated signature.6. No fee is to be charged for renewal.7. The recognition should normally be renewed except in case of very bad performance

of RQP or his extreme unco-operation if any. RQP has not prepared any mining plan,this should be the criteria for not granting the renewal. In case of to renew therecognition, approval of concerned COM is to be taken. The reason for not grantingrecognition should be recorded and the RQP should be informed of this.


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C E R T I F I C A T E

1. Certified that provisions of Mines Act, Rules and

Regulations made there under have been observed

in the Mining plan/scheme of mining of mine

over an area of hect. and wherever specificpermissions are required, the applicant will

approach DGMS.

2. Further, standard prescribed by DGMS in respect of

Miners health will be strictly implemented

Signature of Applicant


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Indian Bureau of Mines

-----------Regional office

State wise status of grant of recognition under rule 22 of MCR, 1960

Position for the month of ____________________________

State No. of applications No. ofapplicationsunderprocessing

Balance atthebeginningof themonth

Receivedduringthemonth

Total2(a)and2(b)

No. of recognitions

During the month

Granted Refused2(a) 2(b) 2 3(a) 3(b) 4

Cummulative position (up-to-date) at the month ending

No. of applications No. of recognitions No. ofapplicationsunderprocessing

No of applications

received so far till theend of the month

Granted so far

till the end ofthe month

Refused so far

till the end ofthe month

Total No of

applicationsunderprocessing atthe end of themonth

2 3(a) 3(b) 4


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FORM OF DECLARATION TO BE GIVN BY THE APPLICANT WHILE

SEEKING RECOGNITION UNDER RULE 22C OF MCR 1960 AS ACOMPANY/ORGANIZATION/ASSOCIATION ETC.

I, __________________________________ hereby declare that the

key persons as per the information furnished at item 6 of theapplication Form B No.________ do not hold the position of Key

persons of any company/firm/organization/association etc for

which the recognition has been obtained or is being sought under

rule 22C of MCR 1960.

For and on behalf of

M/s______________

_________________

Place

Date Authorised Signatory

(Name & Signature of

Authorised SigntoryWith seal of applicant

Organization.


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Format of Control Register for grant or refusal of recognition under rule 22Cof MCR, 1960 to be maintained by Regional offices

Sr.No.

Date ofreceipt ofapplication

Name ofapplicant&qualification

ofindividual/key peron

Postaladdress

Date ofrecognition

RegistrationNo.

Date ofRefusal ofrecognitio

n

Reasonsfor refusal

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8


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AUTHORISATION UNDER RULE 5(2) OF MM(R&D)ACT 1957

THE GAZETTE OF INDIA

EXTRAORDINARY

PART II SECTION 3 SUB SECTION (II)

PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY

No.208 New Delhi, Tuesday, April 28, 1987 / Visakha 8, 1909

Ministry of Steel and Mines(Department of Mines)New Delhi, the 28th April 1987

ORDERS

S.O.145(E) : In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) ofsub section (1)of section 26 of the Mines & Minerals (Regulation &Development) Act 1957 (67 of 1957), the Central Governmenthereby directs that the powers under clause (b) of sub section(2)of section 5 of the said Act, exercised by it, shall also beexercised by the Controller General, Chief Controller of Mines,Controller of Mines and Regional Controller of Mines of IndianBureau of Mines.

(F.No.5(1)/87-M.VI)T.N.Srivastava Jt.Secy.


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MINING PLAN FORMAT

(A & B CATEGORY MINES)

AS PER MCDR, 1988

Introductory Notes1. A Category Mines All mines excluding B Category minesB Category mines All B category mines excluding very

small B cat. Mines i.e. manualopencast mines not using explosivesand where average daily employment(as per explanation furnished inMCDR, 88) does not exceed 25.

2.If more space is needed to fill out a block of information, use additionalsheets and attach to form. All the plans and sections should be in accordance

with MCDR, 88 and/or MMR 1961.1. Generala) Name of applicantAddressDistrictStatePin CodePhoneFaxGram

TelexE.mailb) Status of applicantPrivate individualCooperative associationPrivate companyPublic companyPublic sector undertakingJoint Sector undertakingOthers (Pl specify)

c) Mineral(s) which are occurring in thearea and which applicant intends tomined) Period for which mining lease isgranted/renewed/proposed to beappliede) Name of RQP preparing mining planAddress


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PhoneFaxE.mailTelexRegistration No.

Date of grant/renewalValid uptof) Name of prospecting agencyAddressPhoneg)Reference No. and date of consentletter from state govt.2. Location and Accessibilitya)Details of area (with location map)Dist and stateTalukaVillageKhasra No./Plot No./Block range/ Fellingseries etc.Lease area (hect)

Whether the area is recorded to be inforest (please specify whetherprotected, reserved etc)Ownership/occupancyExistence of public road/railway line if

any nearby and approximate distanceToposheet No. with latitude andlongitudeLand use pattern (forest, agricultural,grazing, barren etc)b) Attach general location and vicinity map showing area boundaries andexisting and proposed access routs. It is preferred that the area to be markedon Survey of India topographical map or a cadastral map or forest map as thecase may be. However if none of these are available, the area should be shownon an accurate sketch map on scale of 1:5000

PART A3.Geology and Explorationa)Briefly describe the topography and general geology and local/mine geologyof the mineral deposit including drainage pattern


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b)The topographic plan of th lease area prepared on a scale of 1:1000 or1:2000 with contour interval of 3 to 10m depending upon topography of thearea should be taken as the base plan for preparation of geological plan. Thedetails of exploration already carried out including evidence of mineralexistence should be shown on the geological planc)Geological sections should be prepared at suitable intervals on a scle of1:1000/1:2000d)Broadly indicate year wise future programme of exploration, taking intoconsideration future production programme planned in next five years as intable belowYear No. of boreholes Total

meterageNo. of pitsanddimension

No. of trenchesand dimensions

FirstSecondThird

forthfifthe) Indicate geological and recoverable reserves and grade, duly supported bystandard method of estimation and calculations along with required sections(giving split up of various categories i.e. proved, probable possible). Indicatecut off grade. Availability of resources should also be indicated for the entireleasehold.f)Indicate mineable reserves by slice plan/level plan method as applicable asper proposed mining parameters.

4. Mininga)Briefly describe existing/proposed method of developing/working the depositwith all design parameters.Note : In case of pocket deposits, sequence of development/working may beindicated on the same plan.b)Indicate quantum of development and tonnage and grade of productionexpected pit wise as in the table belowYear Pit

No(s)Overburden

ROM ore Saleableore

Subgrade ore

Mineralrejects

Ore to OBratio

FirstsecondThirdForthfifthc) Attach Individual year wise plans

and sections In case of A class minesComposite plans and year wise sections In case of B class mines


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d)Attach supporting composite plan and section showing pit layouts, dumps,stacks of subgrade mineral if any, etc.e)Indicate proposed rate of production when mine is fully developed andexpected life of mine and the year from which effected.f)Attach a note furnishing a conceptual mining plan for entire lease period (forB cat. Mines) and upto the life of mine (for A cat. Mines) based on geological,mining and environmental considerations.g) Opencast minesi) Describe briefly giving salient features of mode of working (mechanized, semimechanized, manual)ii)Describe briefly the layout of mine workings, layout of faces and sites fordisposal of overburden/waste. A reference to the plans enclosed under 4(b) and4(d) will suffice.h) Underground minesi) Mode of entry (adit, incline, shaft, ramp/decline)Briefly describe the reason for choosing mode of entry indicated above (keeping

in mind the considerations of systematic mining and prevention of damage toenvironment)ii) System of winding/hoistingAttach a note briefly describing the system and linking it with :- Its adequacy for the desired rate of production and raising/lowering of menand material- the ventilation systemiii) Underground layoutAttach a note briefly describing underground layout using longitudinal sectionsand level plans where necessary. Indicate:

- sizes and intervals of levels and raises/winzes with proper reasoning- proposed extent of development, years wise for first five years along with thesupport system.iv) method and sequence of stopingDescribe briefly the method of stoping to be adopted illustrated by crosssections and longitudinal sectionsv) Mine ventilationAttach a note outlining the steps to be taken for securing an adequate supply ofair in all parts of mine and prevention of noxious gases produced and excessiverise of temperature or humidity so as to ensure adequate ventilation of the

mine accompanied by mine ventilation plan/diagrami)Extent of mechanizationDescribe briefly including calculation for adequacy and type of machinery andequipment proposed to be used in different mining operations

(1) Drilling MachinesType Nos Dia of hole

(mm)Size/capacity

Make MotivePower

H.P.

1


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(2) Loading equipmentType Nos Bucket

capacity inCu.m

Size/capacity

Make MotivePower

H.P.

123

(3) Haulage and Transport Equipment(a) Haulage within mining leasehold

Type Nos Size/capacity

Make MotivePower

H.P.

123

Whether dumpers are fitted with exhaust conditioner should be indicated(b) Transport from mine head to the destination

Describe briefly the transport system (please specify)- Ore to be transported by : own trucks/hired trucks- main destination to which ore is transported (giving to and fro distance)Details of hauling/transport systemType Nos Size/capaci

tyMake Motive

PowerH.P.

1

23

(4) MiscellaneousDescribe briefly any allied operations and machineries related to the mining ofdeposit not covered earlierA. OperationsB.Machineries deployedType Nos Size/capacity Make Motive

PowerH.P.

1

2345. BlastingDescribe brieflya) broad blasting parameters like charge per hole, blasting pattern, charge perdelay, maximum number of holes blasted in a round, manner and sequence offiring etc.


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b)Type of explosives used/to be usedc) powder factor in ore and overburden/waste/development heading/stoped) Whether secondary blasting is needed, if so describe it briefly.e) storage of explosives (like capacity and type of explosive magazine)6. Mine Drainage

a)likely depth of water table based on observations from nearby wells andwater bodiesb)Workings expected to be m.above/reach below water table by theyear .c)Quality and quantity of water likely to be encountered, pumping arrangementand places where mine water is finally proposed to be discharged.7. Stacking of Mineral Rejects and Disposal of Wastea)indicate briefly the nature and quantity of top soil, overburden/waste andmineral rejects likely to be generated during next five years.Year Top Soil Overburden/waste Mineral rejects*First

SecondThirdforthfifth*Threshold values in respect of apatite and rock phosphate, bauxite, barites,chromite, chinaclay/kaolin and sillimanite, limestone, manganese, mangnesite,talc/steatite/soapstone and wollastonite minerals as evolved by IBM may beadopted as applicableb) land chosen for disposal of waste with proposed justificationc) attach a note indicating the manner of disposal and configuration, sequence

of build up of dumps along with proposal for stacking of subgrade ore to beindicated year wise.8. Use of Minerala) describe briefly the end use of the minearal (sale to intermediary parties,captive consumption, export, industrial use)b)indicate physical chemical specifications stipulated by buyers.c)give details in case blending of different grades of ores is being practiced or isto be practiced at the mine to meet specifications stipulated by buyers.9. OtherDescribe briefly the following :

a) Site servicesb) Employment potentialHighly skilledSkilledSemi skilledUnskilled10. Mineral Processing


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a)If processing/beneficiation of ore or minerals mined is planned to beconducted on site or adjacent to the extraction area, briefly describe the natureof processing/beneficiation. This should indicate size and grade of feed materialand concentrate (finished marketable product), recovery rate.b) Explain the disposal method for tailings or waste from the processing plant(quantity and quality of tailings proposed to be discharged, size and capacity oftailing pond, toxic effect of such tailings, if any, with process adopted toneutralize any such effect before their disposal and dealing of excess waterfrom the tailing dam)c) a flow sheet or schematic diagram of processing procedure should beattachedd) Specify quantity and type of chemicals to be used in processing plant.e)Specify the quantity and type of chemicals to be stored on site/plant.f) Indicate quantity (cu.m per day) of water required for mining and processingand sources of supply of water. Disposal of water and extent of recycling.

Part B

11. Environmental Management Plana) Attach a note on the status of baseline information with regard to thefollowing :- existing

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Manual for Mining Plan