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e-Newsletter

Title: MINEIACP e-Newsletter [ISSUE - AUGUST 2024]
Volume Number: 9
Issue Number: 8
Year of Publication: 2024
Month of Issue: AUGUST
ISSN No: 0972-4648
Published by: IIT (ISM) EIACP (PC-RP), Department of Environmental Science & Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad
Details:

Plantation Drive of 1000 plants under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Campaign
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IMPORTANT NEWS
  1. Coal Ministry Achieves 74.07 Million Tonne Production in July 2024

    The Ministry of Coal has achieved a significant upswing in overall coal production during the month of July 2024, reaching 74.07 Million Tonne (MT).... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/)

  2. Effectively Utilizing Mine Water Addresses the Ecological Impacts of Mining for Positive Change: Shri G Kishan Reddy

    Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G Kishan Reddy, has released comprehensive guidelines for the rejuvenation of traditional water bodies in coal and lignite mining regions.... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/)

  3. Scholarships to 1645 Children Released under CIL ASHIS Scheme

    The Union Ministry of Coal revealed its aim to monetize assets worth Rs 547.21 billion in the financial year 2025, representing a 9% increase from the target set in FY24, which was Rs 501.18 billion.... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/)

  4. Union Minister For Coal and Mines Holds an Interactive Session with Industry Leaders and Addresses the National Seminar on Challenges and Opportunities in The Mines and Minerals Sector

    Minister for Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy today addressed the national seminar on challenges and opportunities in the mines and minerals sector organized by the Mining, Geological, Metallurgical Institute of India, today in New Delhi..... [Continue...]
    (Source:https://www.pib.gov.in/)

  5. Ministry of Coal has Accelerated Development of Coal Evacuation Infrastructure for achieving coal production target of Vision 2030 and Viksit Bharat 2047

    In a significant move to enhance India's coal evacuation infrastructure, the Ministry of Coal has announced a comprehensive strategies aimed at fast-tracking the development of critical logistics projects..... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/)

  6. Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy Leads Key Initiatives to Strengthen India's Mineral Exploration Sector

    Ministry of Mines, under the leadership of Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy, is taking significant steps towards advancing India's mineral exploration sector... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://pib.gov.in/)

  7. Ministry of Coal Unveils Ambitious Plan to Boost Coal Production Through Global Mining Operators

    The Ministry of Coal has embarked on a transformative initiative to revolutionize coal mining by engaging Mining Developers cum Operators (MDOs) for major coal mine projects under Coal India Limited (CIL)... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://pib.gov.in/)

  8. Mines Ministry Organises Budget Seminar on National Critical Minerals Mission

    In a landmark move to strengthen India’s position in the global green technology sector, the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, successfully hosted the highly anticipated Budget Seminar on the National Critical Minerals Mission today in New Delhi..... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://pib.gov.in/)

  9. CIL &GAIL Sign a JV for Setting up Coal to SNG Plant

    The Ministry of Coal, in collaboration with the Ministry of Power& Natural Gas, has facilitated a landmark joint venture agreement between two leading Maharatna CPSEs, Coal India Limited (CIL) and GAIL (India) Limited (GAIL) today... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://pib.gov.in/)

  10. National Coal Index Shows Decline of 3.48% in June, 2024

    The National Coal Index (Provisional) has shown a significant decline of 3.48 % in June 2024 at 142.13 points compared to June 2023, where it was at 147.25 points..... [Continue...]
    (Source:https://pib.gov.in/)

  1. Empowering Communities through CSR: Significant Achievements in Healthcare

    Under the dynamic leadership of Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Coal, through its CPSEs, continues to champion social responsibility, integrating it as a core element of their operational strategy... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  2. President of India to Confer National Geoscience Awards-2023 Tomorrow

    The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious National Geoscience Awards - 2023 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.psuconnect.in/)

  3. South Eastern Coalfields Limited Spearheads Accredited Compensatory Afforestation

    South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a leading subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has made significant strides in environmental sustainability through the successful implementation..... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  4. President of India confers National Geoscience Awards- 2023

    The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, conferred the prestigious National Geoscience Awards (NGA) for the year 2023 at a grand ceremony held today at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi...... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  5. Meeting of the Standing Scientific Research Committee for Advisory on R&D Projects in the Coal Sector

    A special meeting of the Standing Scientific Research Committee (SSRC) was convened on August 21, 2024, under the chairmanship of Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Shri Amrit Lal Meena, in hybrid mode..... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  6. National Coal Mines Safety Report Portal; A Leap towards Enhanced Safety

    To assess the safety status of coal companies, Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Shri Amrit Lal Meena, reviewed the ongoing development of the National Coal Mines Safety Report Portal on Friday..... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  7. Coal Production in the Country Grows 7.12% YoY to Reach 370 MT in FY 2024-25

    The Ministry of Coal has achieved upswing in overall coal production upto 25thAugust 2024. The cumulative coal production for FY 2024-25, as on 25.08.24, has significantly increased to 370.67 MT.. [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  8. Government Accelerates Development of Coal Evacuation Infrastructure to Achieve Viksit Bharat 2047

    In its relentless pursuit to transform India's coal sector, the union government is spearheading a comprehensive strategy aimed at fast-tracking infrastructure development and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.pib.in/)

  9. Mineral and Metal Sector Production on Track Post Robust Growth in Q1 of FY 2024-25

    Production of key minerals in the country, such as iron ore and limestone, has continued on growth path, after registering growth in Q1 of FY 2024-25.... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.psuconnect.in/)

  10. IIT-ISM Dhanbad Hosts Seed Ball Plantation Drive Under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Campaign

    A significant plantation drive using the seed ball technique was organized at IIT-ISM by the Horticulture Section of the Office of the Dean (Infrastructure),... [Continue...]
    (Source: https://www.jharkhandmirror.net/)

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RESEARCH PAPER

Characterization and Health Risk Assessment of Airborne Dust Generated in a Highly Mechanized Underground Metalliferous Mine.
B. Paluchamy & Devi Prasad Mishra
J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. D; Volume 105, pages 803–812, (2024);

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40033-024-00656-1

Abstract
This paper presents a study on airborne dust concentrations in a mechanized underground metalliferous mine using high-resolution real-time aerosol spectrometers. The study found that despite the lack of visible dust and mining operations near the study locations, the average total airborne dust (TAD) concentrations at two locations A and B were 1170 ± 320 μg/m3 and 796 ± 68 μg/m3, respectively. The study developed cumulative and differential dust concentration profiles, revealing the presence of harmful fine dust particles at both the locations. Moreover, the study revealed that 87.9% of TAD in location A and 99.4% of TAD in location B comprised ≤ 10 μm sized dust particles. In view of health risk assessment, the proportions of alveoli and thoracic dusts were also estimated at the chosen locations. Finer particles (PM2.5) accounted for 18.5–30.3% of TAD in location A and 38.0–40.3% of TAD in location B. Moreover, the model from multiple-path particle dosimetry estimated that 92.7% of inhaled PM2.5 particles deposited in the respiratory tract, with 63.3% of these particles depositing in the head region. This research highlights the potential for long-distance dust transport along ventilation air currents to different mine workings and emphasises the need for effective dust monitoring and control measures to minimise the risk of occupational health risks associated with exposure to mine dust. The study provides valuable information for mine operators, occupational health experts, and researchers to design and implement appropriate dust control strategies to protect the health of miners.
KEYWORDS: Airborne dust generation, Underground metalliferous mine workings, Dust characterization, Dust exposure, Health risk assessment.

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EIACP (PC-RP) Coordinator & HOD/ESE:  Prof. Alok Sinha
EIACP (PC-RP) Co-coordinator:  Prof. Suresh Pandian E.
EIACP (PC-RP) Team:  Mr. Bishwajit Das (Programme Officer), Mr. Durga Das Chandra (IT Officer), Ms. Supriya Bistu (DEO)

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