Power producer NTPC's 7 million tons per annum (mtpa) coal mining project in Orissa has been recommended for green clearance, but with certain riders, by a committee of Environment Ministry.

"The Committee (Expert Appraisal) recommended the project for environmental clearance subject to... Conditions and subject to grant of Stage-I FC (Forestry Clearance) for the forestland found within the ML (Mining Licence)," sources said.