Holding

KIOCL must cease mining, and a mine‑closure plan based on slope‑stability with minimal disturbance to unbroken areas shall be prepared and executed by an agency appointed through a global competitive bid.

Summary

The Supreme Court examined whether Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited (KIOCL) could continue mining weathered secondary ore beyond the 2005 deadline set by earlier orders, and whether its operations were causing environmental harm. The Court found that KIOCL had used the period for commercial extraction without taking steps to wind down, and that there was no proven pollution of the Bhadra River despite monsoon rains. It held that KIOCL must cease mining and that a comprehensive mine‑closure plan, emphasizing slope stability with minimal disturbance to unbroken areas, must be prepared and implemented. The Court directed a global competitive bid to appoint an agency to re‑analyse slope stability, draw up and execute the closure plan, and ordered the Ministry of Mines to take immediate possession of the mines. Funding for the bid may be drawn from KIOCL’s deposited amount, with any excess to be sought from the Court.

Issues considered

Whether KIOCL may continue mining weathered secondary ore beyond the 2005 deadline prescribed by the Court.
Whether the mining operations have caused environmental damage, particularly to the Bhadra River.
Whether KIOCL has complied with the Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988, especially Rule 23C concerning mine‑closure plans.
Whether the monitoring and empowered committees constituted by the Government satisfy the Court’s earlier directions.
What remedial measures are required for slope stability and ecological restoration of the Kudremukh National Park.
Whether the Court can direct the appointment of an agency through a global competitive bid to prepare and implement a mine‑closure plan.

Legislation cited

Constitution of Indias. Article 32
Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980s. Section 3
Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988s. Rule 23C

Subjects

mine closureenvironmental protectionslope stabilitymineral conservationforest advisory committeeKIOCLKudremukhglobal competitive bidstatutory compliance

Judgment

T.N. GODAYARMAN THlRUMULPAD A
v.
UNION OF INDIA & ORS.

DECEMBER 15, 2006

[Y.K. SABHARWAL, CJI, DR. ARIJIT PASAY AT AND S.H. KAPADIA, JJ.] B

Mineral Conservation & Development Rules, 1988:

Mine closure plan of Kudremukh iron and Ore Company Limited -
Suggestions and recommendations of/JT, Delhi considered-Directions issued C
to /IT, Delhi and Ministry of Mines, Government of India-Environment and
ecology-Preservation of

On the question whether functioning of Kudremukh Iron and Ore
Company Limited (KIOCL) was having any adverse effect on the environment D
and ecosystem, this Court had earlier directed that mining may be allowed
till the end of 2005 by which time the weathered secondary ore available in
the already broken area should get exhausted, and the modalities as to how
these have to be worked out shall be done in the manner recommended by the
Committee.
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In IAs to this Court, KIOCL contended thzt the Court had permitted
mining of the weathered secondary ore in the already broken up area till the
end of2005, as this Court expected that the weathered ore would be exhausted,
but in reality, about 20 million tons of weathered ore are still available in
already broken up area. This should be permitted to be used as it is likely to
generate revenue of about rupees 25 crores per annum. If this is permitted, F
nearly rupees 300 crores would be available to the Kudremukh Authority for
Eco Restoration Fund which would bring about dramatic change in the eco-
system of the Kudremukh National Park. Amicus Curiae has submitted that
this Court clearly directed closure of mining operation by the end of 2005,
time was not given for running the mines for profit, but as a winding down G
period at the end of which mining should have been closed; the operations
during the period had to be under the supervision of the Monitoring Committee
which in tum function under the supervision of Central Empowered Committee
and that KIOCL wanted to continue mining of8 to 9 lakh tonnes of ore. IIT

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A was appointed to give its view and this Court considered its reports.
Disposing of the IAs, the Court

HELD: 1. It has been found that KIOCL has used the concerned period
for carrying on commercial operations without taking necessary steps for
B )\finding down operations. On 10th May, 2006 an affidavit was filed by KIOCL
takjng the stand that there was likelihood of serious pollution of Bhadra river
if KIOCL was not allowed to do the operations for the purpose of avoiding
pollution. IIT, Delhi did not consider the exercise necessary. It has been
pointed out contrary to what KIOCL thought to be inevitable, there was no
damage whatsoever despite heavy monsoon. The IIT, Delhi in its report has
c observed that the solution has to be found by experts and the heart-beat of
that solution is the stability of the slopes involving "no or minimal disturbance
to the unbroken area". At various times, petitions have been filed practically
with a view to undo what had been definitely held to be imperative by this Court.
(1175-E-Hi
D
2. In this background and keeping in view the suggestions and
recommendations of IIT, which are founded on rational basis, following
directions are issued:

(i) On the basis of the report dated 10.04.2006 of llT Delhi through a
E Global Competitive Bid an Agency to be selected for: (a) re-analysing the
stability of slopes (b) drawing up of mine closure plan and (c) implementation
of the above plan; (ii) IIT Delhi shall draw up detailed terms for the work to
be done, consistent with the basic paradigm of"no or minimal disturbance to
unbroken area" arid submit to this Court within a period of four weeks for
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further ·directions; (iii) The Ministry of Mines, Government of India, shall
F designate an officer to take over possession of the mines immediately. HT
Delhi shall depute a team of experts to go and do a survey of the mines and
the surrounding area and submit a report to this Court regarding any
immediate step(s) that need to be taken during the interregnum till the
appointment of the expert agency. HT Delhi can ask the designated officer to
take any necessary steps on an emergent basis; (iv) The expenditure for the
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purpose of inviting global competitive bid.and evaluation such as on
advertisement etc. may initially be met out ofRs.19 crores deposited by the
KIOCL, and which are presently lying with the Adhoc-CAMPA; (v) If any funds
are required in excess of the aforesaid amount, the Agency, or the Designated
Officer shall move this Court for necessary directions.
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CIVIL ORIGINAL JURISDICTION: I.A. Nos. 1150 in I.A. No. 1010 with A
I.A. No. 1458 in I.A No. 1010 in I.A. No. 670 in

Writ Petition© No. 202of1995.

Under Artricle 32 of the Constitution of India. B
Goolam E. Vahanvati, S.G., Harish N. Salve (A.C.), U.U. Lalit (A.C.),
K.K. Venugopal, S.K. Agarwal, Siddhartha Chowdhury (AC), P.K. Manohar,
Shiva Subramaniam, S. Sukumaran, A. Deb Kumar, Ramesh Babu, M.R. A.D.N.
Rao and Sanjay R. Hegde, for the appearing parties.

The Judgment of the Court was delivered by
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DR. ARJJIT PASA YAT, J. These I.As. are in essence oft shoot of a
judgment of this Court in IA 670 of2001 in Writ Petition (c) 202 of 1995 in
K.M. Chinnappa (applicant in T.N Godavarman Thirumu/pad v. Union of
India and Ors., [2002] I 0 sec 606. It related to the question whether D
functioning of Kudremukh Iron and Ore Company Ltd. (in short "KIOCL")
was having adverse effect on the environment and ecosystem. In para 51 and
52 of the judgment it was inter alia directed as follows :

"51. Taking note of the factual background and the legal position
highlighted above, we think it proper the accept the time period fixed E
by the Forest Advisory Committee constituted under Section 3 of the
Conservation Act. That means mining should be allowed till the end
of 2005 by which time the weathered secondary ore available in the
already broken area should be exhausted. This is, however, subject
to fulfillment of the recommendations made by the Committee on
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ecological and other aspects.

52. The modalities as to how these have to he worked out shall be
done in the manner recommended by the Committee. It was submitted
by the learned counsel for the State of Karnataka that the
recommendation made about transfer of buildings and other G
infrastructure to the Forest Department of the State Government at
book value is not acceptable to it. This is a matter, which can be
considered by the Committee on and, appropriate motion being made
by the State before it. The modalities to be adopted to effectuate the
order passed by this Court and recommendations of the Committee
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A shall be worked out by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, the
State Government and the Company under the supervision and
guidance and monitoring of the Committee."

Unfortunately the Central Government for reasons best known to it
notwithstanding the clear position indicated in the judgment construed that
B the expression "Committee" meant "Forest Advisory Committee" (in short
.
'FAC'). There was no scope for taking the stand in view of what has been
stated in para 5 of the judgment. It has been stated that FAC is also a
statutory committee. By order dated 20th January, 2006 it has been observed
that the constitution of the Monitoring Committee is not in consonance with
the directions of this Court.
c
Learned counsel appearing for KIOCL submitted that in line with direction
of this Court and keeping in view the Rule 23C of the Mineral Conservation
and Development Rules, 1988 (in short the 'Rules') which become operative
with effect from l 0.4.2003, an approved final Mine Closure Plan was submitted.
D Views of expert bodies were taken. It has been stated that in line with the
statutory prescriptions, which even through became operative after the
judgment various steps have been taken. Indian Bureau of Mines in short of
('IBM') has also given its report. It is, therefore, stated that though IIT Delhi
was asked to give its view but that has no relevance. If there would have been
non-compliance with the statutory requirement of Rule 23C of the Rules, it
E would have exposed it to penal consequences. In essence the stand is taken
that IIT Delhi's report should not be accepted and the following modalities
on the other hand should be adopted.

(a) It would utili.ze its machinery and workmen for the purpose of
achieving slope stability by excavating the 33 .81 hectares on the basis that
F out of the net profit generated by the mining operation, ~0% of the net profit
would be paid over to a fund to be established and operated by a committee
constituted by the Government of Karnataka or in any other manner directed
by this Court or a high powered statutory committee created for this purpose
(in the nature of the Tennessee Valley Authority) for the purpose of utilizing
G this 50% net profit for rehabilitation and eco-restoration for the Kudremukh
Forest Area. (b) On a rough estimate, the 50% of net profit is likely to be in
the range of Rs.'50 to 75 crores per annum, for the purpose of rehabilitation
and eco-restorations of the Kudremukh National Park and also establishing
and promoting sustainable environmental development and eco-touri~in in the
area. Towards this end, the existing buildings and infrastructure could also
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prove useful. (c) If this proposal is accepted, and amount in the range of A
(approximately) Rs. 150 Crores to 225 Crores could be available to the fund
during the period of about 3 years which should be necessary for excavating
33.81 hectares.

It is further submitted that in the judgment at paras 49 and 51 had
permitted mining of the weathered secondary ore in the already broken up B
area till the end of 2005, as this Court expected that the weathered ore would
be exhausted. But in reality, about 20 million tons of weathered ore are still
available in already broken up area. This should be permitted to be used as
it is likely to generate revenue of about rupees 25 crores per annum. If this
is permitted nearly rupees 300 crores would be available to the Kudremukh · C
Authority for Eco Restoration Fund which would be able to bring about
dramatic change in the eco-system of the Kudremukh National Park.

Per contra, learned Amicus Curiae has submitted that this court clearly
directed closure of mining operation by the end of 2005. Time was not given
for running the mines for profit, but as a winding down period at the end of D
which mining should have been closed. The operations during the period had
to be under the supervision of the Monitoring Committee which in tum
function under the supervision of Central Empowered Committee (in short
'CEC'). What KIOCL want now is to continue mining of 8 to 9 lakh tonnes
of ore.
E
We have considered rival submissions IIT, Delhi was appointed vide
order dated 24th February, 2006. It has been found that KIOCL has used the
concerned period for carrying on commercial operations without taking
necessary steps for winding down operations. On I 0th May, 2006 an affidavit
was filed by KIOCL taking the stand that there was likelihood of serious F
pollution of Bhadra river if KIOCL was not allowed to do the operations for
the purpose of avoiding pollution. IIT, Delhi did not consider the exercise
necessary. It has been pointed out by learned Amicus Curiae that contrary
to what KIOCL thought to be inevitable, there was no damage whatsoever
despite heavy monsoon. It is to be noted that the IIT, Delhi in its report has
observed that the solution has to be found by experts and the heart-beat of G
that solution is the stability of slopes involving "no or minimal disturbance
to the unbroken area". It is noted that at various times, petitions have been
filed practically with a view to undo what had been definitely held to be
imperative by this Court.

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A At this juncture, it would be appropriate to take note of what UT, Delhi
stated in its various reports.

In their report dated 12th April, 2006 on the Stability of Slope and
related issues during mine closure of KIOCL, it was inter alia observed as
follows:
B
"3.0 Observations on Stability of Slopes

Based on the above methodology, the following observations are made
concerning the stability of the slopes.

C (a) The excavated slopes of the mine exist at varying degree of
steepness with benches of variable widths.

(b) Some slopes are stable with grass growing on them: others are
I
observed to show signs of surficial erosion/debris flow/mud flow; yet
others show signs of planar slippage or slides of limited depth.
D (c) The instability of slopes at specific locations is observed .to be on
account of (i) excessive steepness (ii) inadequate strength of soil/rock
mass under saturated condition and (iii) seepage pressure exerted .by
infiltrating rain water during monsoons.

(d) Saturation of mine slopes and seep~ge pressure exerted on the
E slopes appear to be the two factors that have the greatest role in
instability of slopes since these slopes are reported to be relatively
stable during dry months and become unstable during monsoons.
Saturation reduces the strength of the soil/rock mass and seepage
pressure induces downward movement.
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4.0 observations on Instability of North West Part of the Mining Area

One part of the mining area on the north western side is observed to
be particularly susceptible to slope instability due to collection of water in a
catch pit constructed at the base· of the broken area, above the unbroken
G area. The catch pit was constructed by excavation during mining operations
and is observed to cause the following effects:

(a) The unbroken area on the downstream side of he catch pit is being
destabilized as the collected water seeps into the unbroken area;

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downhill in the form of surface water laden with silt which eventually A
reaches the Bhadra River at the base of the unbroken area; this has
also resulted in the formation of gullies and erosion channels in the
unbroken area.

5.0 Observations on Slope Stability Aspects in the Closure Plan
B
Slope stability aspects have been covered in the following reports in
the Closure Plan:

Report of NIRM: Slope Stability Investigations at Kudremukh
Iron Ore Mines
Report of CWPRS: Desk Studies on Stability of Hill Slopes in C
Mining Area at Kudremukh Iron Ore Mine, Karnataka

The Closure Plan proposes stabilization of the slopes by flattening them and
also by additional excavation of slopes in the broken region as well as the
unbroken portion in the northwestern part of the mine. This would be followed G
by revegetation of slopes for controlling erosion of fine material. Check dams
have been proposed to prevent station of the Bhadra River during the initial
stages till growth gets established and causes reduction in silt erosion.

The following are the observations on slope stability aspects in the
closure plan: E
(a) The suggested methodoiogy of stabilizing the north west part of
the mine by deep excavation in the unbroken portion over an area of
33.81 hectares can be one alternative but not necessarily the only one.
Other methods which ·would minimize disturbance to the unbroken
area could have been examined. F
(b) In addition, the following aspects have not been covered in the
Closure Plan:
(i) A surface water drainage plan for the entire mining area
indicating location of surface water rains at the benches and G
along the perimeter of the base of the mining area;
(ii) Methodology for periodic removal and relocation of silt
collected in check dams and catch pits;
(iii) Provision of bio-geotechnical engineering measures for
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A debris flow or mud flow is observed;
(iv) Sta?ility measures for north west part of the mine such as
elimination of collection of water and overflow of water from the
existing catch pit as well as stabilization measures for the
unbroken area destabilized by the catch pit;
B (v) The measures listed at (i) to (iv) above could result in
significant additional costs.

6.0 Conclusions and recommendations

(a) The slopes are not stable in the present state and need stabilization.
c (b) If the mine is abandoned without stabilization of the slopes, as
indicated earlier, it will result in excessive silt discharge due to erosion
as well as in the sliding of the slopes at some locations in future
years.

D (c) The north west part of the mine needs immediate attention and
remedial measures to prevent the possible occurrence of large scale
movement during the forthcoming monsoon.

(d) A Closure plan is necessary for stabilizating the slopes. The
Closure Plan proposed at present is well conceptualized but falls short
E of adequecy in detailing (as indicated in 5.0 (a) and (b) above. This
is perhaps so because there is inadequate experience in the country
regarding closure of mines of such size in a short time. The regulations
relating to closure have been notified only in recent years in the
country and it will take time for the expertise to develop fully.

F (e) It is suggested that the task of mine closure be given, on a turnkey
basis, to an Organization having requisite experience in similar works
(on design-and-build basis). Such an Organization can be selected
through a global competitive bid. It should be the responsibility of
such an Organization to reanalyze the stability of slopes and then
draw up a Closure Plan and execute it with minimum disturbance to
G unbroken area of the mine. KIOCL could assist such an Organization
in executing the closure. Since the execution of closure would involve
a large expenditure and a time frame of several years for vegetation
to be established, such a task could be overseen by a special cell/
nodal agency created for thic; purpose.
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(t) The award of work as listed in (e) above could take several months. A
Till then, KIOCL need to monitor and maintain the slopes (in the entire
mine area in general and the northwestern portion in (particular) as
well as maintain/operate the silt control measures at the site.

Again on 12th June, 2006 the report of Export Committee made certain
observations on the basis of presentation made by KIOCL officers on various B
dates. The observations were to the following effects.

"Officers ofKIOCL, headed by Mr. J.N. Kini, Director (Production
& Projects), made a presentation at IIT Delhi on 8th June 2006 on the
measures taken to for controlling silt and for stability of north western
portion. A report was also submitted containing conceptual design C
and detailed design of water pollution control measures. The following
were present:
Mr. J.N. Kini KIOCL
Mr. K.S. Kasinath. KIOCL D
Mr. G. Pai, KIOCL
Mr. MK. Rajagopalan, KIOCL
Prof. G.V. Rao, Meber, Expert Committee
Prof. K.G. Shrama, Member, Expert Committe E
Prof. Manoj Datta, Member, Expert Committee.
All the three members of the Expert Committee visited the mine site
on 10th and 11th June 2006 to stud.y the measures taken."

The following are the observations of the Expert Committee members on F
the basis of the presentation by KIOCL officers, report submitted by 1hem and
the site visit.

"Silt Control Measures

l. It is observed that concerted efforts have been made by KIOCL G
for controlling the flow of silt from the mine site to the Bhadra river
in the form of drainage channels, catchpits, berms and dykes, check
bunds and check dams.

2. From amongst the two main pollution control dams, one is

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A observed to be nearly full (PCD I) whereas significant storage capacity
exists in the other (PCD2).

3. Attempts have been made by KIOCL, to the extent feasible, to
empty the reservoir behind PCD 1 and these have been abandoned
with the onset of monsoons. Further attempts can be tried during
B periods of extended lull in the monsoon, if any.

4. Diversion of silt laden water has been made at select locations
from drainage channel of PCD I to the drainage channel of PCD2.

5. It is stated by officers of KIOCL that the storage capacity of
C the main catchpit before PCD2 as well as the reservioir of PCD2 is
sufficient to hold most of the silt for the present monsoon. However
measures have to be taken for handling the silt of future years.

6. The up steam slope of PCD2 is observed to exhibit evidence
of piping. Remedial measures such as provision of geotextile filter and
D plugging have been undertaken by KIOCL. Suitable long term measures
may be taken up after the monsoons. Careful monitoring of both PCD2
and PCD I may be done during and after the monsoons.

7. It is observed that sil~ laden water from the north-west portion
does not reach either PCD I or PCD2 but overflows from the low lying
E area in the north west portion into the Bhadra river through and
erosion gully. A gabion structure has been constructed to control the
silt but the possibility of silt overflow during heavy rains can not be
ruled out. Additional measures are required to control the 'silt release
from this area. KIOCL has proposed the re-profiling of the north west
portion to enable the silt laden water to reach PCD2. This would take
F around· 6 months and can be taken up only after the monsoons.
Others alternatives with conceptual and detailed plans need to be
considered for this problem.

Stability of North-West portion

G I. The stability of the North-West region is observed to be slightly
improved on account of non-accumulation of water in the low-
lying area.
2. However, the stability could still be affected due to the presence

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of erosion gully because of overflowing water. A
3. Complete access to the periphery of the low-lying area is not
available due to the ii,bsence of benches and access roads.

4. It is important that a few alternate solutions be conceptualized
with the following features for the north west region as long term
measures: B
(a) Minimal accumulation of water,

(b) Drainage channel to reach PCD2,

(c) Benches to stabilize steep slopes.
c
(d) Access load all around the low-lying area, and

(e) Sealing of opening(s) to the erosion gully (ies).

Final Remarks

KIOCL may prepare revised conceptual designs and remedial D
measures on the basis of the observati0ns made in this report."

On 13.7.2006 the opinion oflIT, Delhi in the background of the affidavit
filed by KIOCL on I 0th May, 2006 was as follows:

"The Expert Body of IIT Delhi has studied the affidavit filed by E
KIOCL. The following are the views of the Expert Body in respect of
item 3 titled "Achieving Slope Stability in the Entire Mine Area".

l. For stability of slopes of the mine area, the scope of work
defined by KIOCL to NIRM for their study did not specify the condition
of"no or minimal disturbance to unbroken area". As a consequence, F
the NIRM report presents only one solution, which disturbs the
broken area. It does not give any other alternative solutions.

2. Other reports by IIT Kharagpur, CMRI Dhanhad, Monitoring
Committee, CWPRS Pune, use the report of NIRM as the bases of
analysis, hence give recommendations similar to that of NIRM. G
3. As stated in the earlier Report submitted by the Expert Body
on 10th April 2006, it is reiterated that a solution to the stability of
slopes with no or minimal disturbance to unbroken area is feasible.

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A 4. Flattening of unstable slopes by excavation in broken area
along with appropriate drainage and silt control measures can improve
stability of the mined area. For this purpose the mechanism already
suggested at item 6(e) of Expert Body Report dated 10th April 2006
. submitted to Hon'ble Supreme Court may be adopted."

B The significant aspects in the aforesaid report are as follows:

(a) The scope of work defined by KIOCL to NIRM for their study did
not specify the condition of "no or minimal interference to unbroken
area".

C (b) Other reports (i.e. oflIT, Kharagpur, CMRI Dhanbad, Monitoring
Committee, CWPRS, Pune used NIRM's report as the foundation for
analysis and, therefore, their recommendations were similar to those
ofNIRM.

(c) Solution to the stability of slopes with no or minimal disturbances
D to unbroken area is feasible.

(d) By adopting certain measures, stability of the mined area can be
improved.

In the background of what has been noted above, and keeping in view
E the suggestions and recommendations of IIT, which we find to be founded
on rational basis, we direct as follows:

(i) On the basis of the report dated I0.04.2006 of IIT Delhi through a
Global Competitive Bid an Agency to be selected for:

(a) re~analysing the stability of slopes
F
(b) drawing up of mine closure plan and

(c) implementation of the above plan.

(ii) IIT Delhi shall draw up detailed terms for the work to be done,
consistent with the basic paradigm of "no or minimal disturbance to
G unbroken area" and submit to this Court within a period of four weeks
for further directions.

(iii) The Ministry of Mines, Government of India, shall designate an
officer fo take over possession of the mines immediately. HT Delhi
shall depute a team of experts to go and do a survey of the mines and
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the surrounding area and submit a report to this Court regarding any A
immediate step(s) that need to be taken during the interregnum till the
appointment of the expert agency. IIT Delhi can ask the designated
officer to take any necessary steps on an emergent basis.

(iv) The expenditure for the purpose of inviting global competitive bid
and evaluation such as on advertisement etc. may initially be met out B
of Rs. I 9 crores deposited by the KIOCL and which are presently
lying with the Adhoc-CAMPA.

(v) If any funds are required in excess of the aforesaid amount, the
Agency, or the Designated Officer shall move this Court for necessary
directions." c
l.A.s are accordingly disposed of.

D.G. IAs disposed of.