Anirban Sarkar

1. Limestone Exploration, Meghalaya, India

a. Successfully led greenfield limestone exploration projects in Meghalaya, adhering to stringent mining regulations and safety standards.

b. Employed advanced exploration techniques, including remote sensing, GIS analysis, and detailed geological mapping, to identify and assess surface-exposed deposits.

c. Developed and implemented comprehensive SOP-driven methodologies for exploration and data management to achieve UNFC G2-level confidence through strategic borehole planning and execution.

d. Demonstrated effective team leadership, stakeholder management, and government liaison to secure future mining and cement plant opportunities.

2. EC, FC, and TOR Clearance for Graphite & Dolomite Mining Projects, Arunachal Pradesh, India.

a. Assisted in environmental clearance processes and forest clearance for graphite and dolomite mining leases in Arunachal Pradesh, ensuring strict adherence to MOEF&CC guidelines.

b. Assisted in preparation of comprehensive EIA/EMP reports, TOR, and Forest clearance applications, incorporating detailed baseline data for Air, Water, and Soil, along with execution of comprehensive socio-economic assessments and profiling of surrounding localities.

c. Successfully integrated detailed remote sensing analyses and GIS techniques for LULC, hydrogeology, and reclamation plans in the EMP report.

d. Coordinated with field teams and local stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution and address community concerns.

3. Exploration and Mining Plan preparation for Graphite and Dolomite Mining Projects, Arunachal Pradesh, India.

a. Executed comprehensive geological exploration and drilling programs for dolomite deposits, including detailed surface mapping, core drilling campaigns (following proper safety guidelines and SOP), ensuring accurate lithological and geotechnical data collection and analysis.

b. Contributed to resource estimation by preparing comprehensive datasets and conducting detailed lithological correlation, QAQC, and data interpretation. Demonstrated proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and technical reporting, following industry standards (UNFC and IBM).

c. Assisted in the development of mining plans and pre-feasibility studies, and collaborated with CIMFR to conduct slope stability and blasting-vibration studies, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and minimizing environmental impacts.

4. Due diligence studies for Sand, Aggregates, and Coal in WB & NE India.

a. Execution of detailed due diligence studies for sand, aggregates, and coal resources in West Bengal, Assam, and Nagaland, identifying promising mining opportunities.

b. Conducted comprehensive assessments, leveraging remote sensing and GIS analysis to evaluate deposit potential, market demand, and logistical feasibility. Developed strategic recommendations for future exploration and mining activities, considering factors such as demand-supply gaps and infrastructure requirements

5. Due diligence studies for Bauxite & Phosphate in West Africa and limestone in UAE.

a. Planned and executed due diligence studies for bauxite, phosphate, and limestone deposits in West Africa and the UAE, identifying promising mining opportunities.

b. Conducted reconnaissance mapping and sampling, established logistical and economic frameworks, and employed desktop studies and remote sensing techniques to assess deposit potential.

c. Successfully navigated local regulatory environments, fostering relationships with government officials to facilitate business development and strategic exploration planning for future mining projects

1. Drill-core Logging at Sindesar Khurd Mines (HZL), Rajasthan (IN), 2020.

Planning and supervision of nearly 1 lakh meters of lithological logging and sampling of drill core samples of Pb-Zn deposits, including analytical database preparation, lithological correlation, Pb-Zn grade calculation, and sample QAQC.

2. Gold Exploration (JORC Compliant), Lake Victoria Goldfield, Tanzania, 2019 –

Planning and execution of oriented drilling (core and non-core) program, borehole survey, drill-site management, lithological and geotechnical logging and sampling, sample QAQC, thorough database management, important client communication, and reporting. Remote sensing and extended GIS support, with meticulous geological map preparation, along with contribution in technical report preparation in compliance with JORC.

3. Eastern Ghat Bauxite Exploration, Odisha (IN), 2019 –

Comprehensive planning and execution of detailed geological and structural mapping, sampling, along with extensive GIS support for geological map preparation and technical preparation.

4. Coal Exploration (Greenfield), Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea, 2018.

Planning and execution of extensive lithological mapping and sampling of coal seams over an area of 20 sq. Km., remote sensing and GIS analysis for detailed map preparation, database management, analytical correction of coal seams, seam delineation and demarcation, seam correlation with structural interpretation, borehole planning, and final Geological Report preparation.

5. Hydro-Geological Exploration in and around Southern and Northern India, 2017 to 2019.

Hydrogeological investigation, planning of geophysical survey, remote sensing, and GIS analysis of groundwater potential zone, detailed hydro census data collection and interpretations with aquifer potential tests, Identification of zones for groundwater recharge and intervention structure, detailed map preparation.

6. Coal Exploration in Pakri-Barwadih Coal Mines, Jharkhand (IN), 2017.

Logging and sampling of drill core samples, including analytical database preparation, lithological correlation, sample QAQC, and drill site supervision.