Report Part 1

APPENDIX I

(See Paragraph-6)

FORM 1

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(I) Basic Information

S.No.

Item

Details

Is your project Comes under Notified Industrial Area

	Whether proposal involved violation of EIA notification	N/A
	Weather Consent to Establishment Obtained	N/A
	Upload copy of CTE	N/A

Name of the Project/s	Chinthalapudi Lift Irrigation Scheme
Brief summary of project	Annexure-Brief summary of project
Proposal Number	IA/AP/RIV/73152/2018
Project Cost	490980 lacs

S. No. in the schedule	1(c) River Valley projects
Project Sector	River Valley and Hydroelectric Projects

Proposed capacity/area/length/tonnage to be handled/command area/lease area/number or wells to be drilled

command area 194253 Ha; Drinking water supply to 410 villages serving 25.94 lakh population. ha.

New/Expansion/Modernization

New

Existing Capacity/Area etc.

194253 ha.

Category of project i.e. 'A' or 'B'

Does it attract the general condition? If yes, please specify

Does it attract the specific condition? If yes, please specify

Location of the project	Tadipudi (V), Tallapudi(M), West Godavari (D), Andhra Pradesh state
Shape of the project land	Block (Polygon)
Uploaded GPS file	Annexure-GPS file
Uploaded copy of survey of India Toposheet	Annexure-Survey of india toposheet
Plot/Survey/Khasra No.	205, 206, 211
Town / Village	Tadipudi
State of the project	Andhra Pradesh

Details of State of the project
S.no	State Name	District Name	Tehsil Name
(1.)	Andhra Pradesh	West Godavari	Tallapudi

10.

Nearest railway station along with distance in kms	Kovvur, 20 km
Nearest airport along with distance in kms	Rajahmundry, 40 km

11.

Nearest Town/City/District Headquarters along with distance in kms

Rajahmundry , 40 km

12.

Village Panchayats, Zila Parishad, Muncipal Corporation, Local body (Complete postal address with telephone nos. to be given)

Tadipudi (V), Tallapudi (M), West Godavari (D), Andhra Pradesh (S).

13.

Name of the Applicant

PGV

14.

Registered Address

Sy. No. 205,206,211, Tadipudi (V), Tallapudi (M), West Godavari (D), Andhra Pradesh state

15.

Address for correspondance:
Name of the Company	CHINTHALAPUDI LIFT IRRIGATION SCHEMEN
Name of the Applicant	PGV
Designation (Owner/ Partner/ CEO)	ChiefEngineer
Pin code	533125
E-mail	cegdsdwrm@gmail.com
Telephone No.	040-23717213
Fax No.	040-
Copy of documents in support of the competence/authority of the person making this application to make application on behalf of the User Agency .	Annexure-Uploaded Copy of documents in support of the competence/authority

16.

Details of Alternative Sites examined, if any. Location of these sites should be shown on a toposheet	Yes
Uploaded details	Annexure-Uploaded details

17.

Whether part of Interlinked projects?

18.

Whether separate application of Interlinked project has been submitted?

N/A

19.

If Yes, MoEF file number	N/A
Date of submission	N/A

20.

If No, Reason

N/A

21.

Whether the proposal involves Approval/ Clearance under: if yes, details of the same and their status to be given
(i) Whether the proposal involves approval/clearance under the Forest (Conservation) Act,1980?	Yes
Status	In-Principle(Stage-I) Approval Obtained
MoEF file number	8-38/2016-FC
Date of In-Principle	31/12/1899
Area diverted	-1 ha.
Uploaded Clearance Letter	Annexure-Uploaded clearance letter
(ii) Whether the proposal involves approval/clearance under the wildlife (Protection) Act,1972?	No
(iii) Whether the proposal involves approval/clearance under the C.R.Z notification, 2011?	No

22.

Whether there is any Government Order/Policy relevant/relating to the site?	Yes
Uploaded Order/Policy	Annexure-Uploaded order/policy

23.

Whether any Forest Land Involved?	Yes
Area of Forest land Involved (hectares)	3869 ha.

24.

Whether there is any litigation pending against the project and/or land in which the project is proposed to be set up?	No
(a) Name of the Court	N/A
(b) Name of the Sub court	N/A
(c) Case No.	N/A
(d) Orders/directions of the court, if any and relevance with the proposed project	N/A

(II) Activity

1	Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.)

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

1.1

Permanent or temporary change in land use, land cover or topography including increase in intensity of land use (with respect to local land use plan)

Yes

Fertile uplands area of West Godavari is becoming uncultivable as there are no assured water sources; only water source available is River Godavari and to be lifted to higher contour to supply for irrigation to an ayacut of 194253 ha (480000 ac) covering 33 mandals in West Godavari & Krishna districts of AP; supply of Drinking water to 410 villages serving 25.94 lakh population.

1.2

Clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings?

Yes

Forest Land: 9560 acres Non -forest land: 13123 acres Total: 22683 acres

1.3

Creation of new land uses?

Yes

480000 Acres (194253 Ha.) of land will be brought under irrigation.

1.4

Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore houses, soil testing?

Yes

A geological survey on the foundations of the main earth dam, saddle dam and spillway, Reservoir has been carried out by Geological Survey of India, Engineering Geology Division Southern Region, Hyderabad. 1) Lr. No. 1051/1/JRP/TNR/GSI/EGD/2012, Dated: 03.01.2012 Copy attached Annexure No. 4 2) Lr. No.1221/1/JPR/TNR/GSI/EGD/2012, Dated: 29.06.2012 Copy attached Annexure No. 5

1.5

Construction works?

Yes

The proposed scheme envisages the construction of the following 1. Pump Houses 2. Leading Channel 3. Main Canals 4. Branch Canals 5.Distributory Canals 6.Field Channels 7.Earth Dam 8.Spillway 9.Sluices 10.Super passages 11.Under Tunnels 12.Delivery Cisterns 13.Pressure Mains 14.Sub-Stations 15.Reservoir 16.Electromechanical works 17.Hydromechanicalworks 18.Surge Protection works 19.Viaducts

1.6

Demolition works?

None

1.7

Temporary sites used for construction works or housing of construction workers?

Yes

Temporary sheds for construction laborers will be erected with all the amenities.

1.8

Above ground buildings, structures or earthworks including linear structures, cut and fill or excavations and fill or excavations

Yes

Reservoir, canal and head works. Details are given in Annexure No. 6

1.9

Underground works including mining or tunnelling?

None

1.10

Reclamation works?

None

1.11

Dredging?

Not applicable

1.12

Offshore structures?

Not applicable

1.13

Production and manufacturing processes?

Not applicable

1.14

Facilities for storage of goods or materials?

Yes

Temporary sheds will be constructed for the storage of construction materials.

1.15

Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid waste or liquid effluents?

Yes

Sewage generation from labor camps directed septic tanks followed by soak pits. Domestic solid waste will be handover to nearby municipality authority.

1.16

Facilities for long term housing of operational workers?

Yes

Housing with all amenities will be provided for operational workers.

1.17

New road, rail or sea traffic during construction or operation?

Approach roads already exist nearby construction site which is approximately 20 km from Kovvuru, 30 km from the Rajahmundry and Jangareddigudem. No rail line is required. Sea traffic is not applicable.

1.18

New road, rail, air water borne or other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc?

1.19

Closure or diversion of existing transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements?

Not applicable

1.20

New or diverted transmission lines or pipelines?

Yes

New substation and transmission lines will be installed which do not affect the existing ones.

1.21

Impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers?

Yes

Reservoir of 20.5 TMC capacity is proposed across Jalleru stream near Routhugudem village, Jeelugumilli mandal, West Godavari district. Lifting water from River Godavari at Tadipudi(V), Tallapudi (M), West Godavari (D), Andhra Pradesh, the location coordinates are Longitude : 81o39’49’’ E Latitude : 17o09’2’’ N Jalleru reservoir proposed Dam height 42 m, top width of dam 6m and length 5.075 km with FRL at +144 m, catchment area is 317.53 sq.km.

1.22

Stream crossings?

Yes

Total main canal crossing 1. 25 local streams 2. Jalleru stream 3. Baineru stream and its 7 distributaries 4. Yerra kalva stream 5. 5 Nala’s.

1.23

Abstraction or transfers of water from ground or surface waters?

Yes

The Project involves utilization of 53.50 TMC of surface water from River Godavari. Jalleru reservoir is proposed on Jelleru stream with a capacity of 20.5 TMC by lift & catchment area of 317.53 Sq.km.

1.24

Changes in water bodies or the land surface affecting drainage or run-off?

The project in no way affects the existing drainage pattern/run off. Under Tunnel (UT), Super Passages (S.P), Siphon and Viaduct are proposed for natural drainage of Nala’s and Streams.

1.25

Transport of personnel or materials for construction, operation or decommissioning?

Yes

Existing facilities will be used for transport of personnel or materials for construction & operation.

1.26

Long-term dismantling or decommissioning or restoration works?

Not applicable

1.27

Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment?

Not applicable

1.28

Influx of people to an area in either temporarily or permanently?

Yes

Construction of dam and allied activities attracts more labor in and around the project site.

1.29

Introduction of alien species?

None

1.30

Loss of native species or genetic diversity?

During EIA studies detailed enumeration will be given in the studies to understand the richness of the area. During our preliminary reconnaissance survey or from historical data no such indications are observed.

1.31

Any other actions?

Not applicable

2	Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply):

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

2.1

Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha)

Yes

Mostly undeveloped and fallow land will be utilized. 9180 Ha. of land is required for construction activities

2.2

Water (expected source & competing users) unit: KLD

Yes

490 KLD of water is required for labor camps.

2.3

Minerals (MT)

Yes

Metal (Source- Duddukuru Village, 21 km from Head Works)

2.4

Construction material – stone, aggregates, sand / soil (expected source – MT)

Yes

Sand (source-Prakkilanka village which is about 3 Km from the head works of the scheme), Cement (Source- The Government and Private Quarries for construction) Steel (Source- from stock-yard at Vijayawada of steel Authority of India Limited), Coarse Rock & Aggregate (Source- Duddukuru village, 21 km from Head Works), Stone (source- Katheru at 36 Kms from Head Works). Gravel (source- Gazzaram, at a distance of 2 km from Head Works)

2.5

Forests and timber (source – MT)

No timber is used for this project

2.6

Energy including electricity and fuels (source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT),energy (MW)

Yes

Lifting of 53.50 TMC of water in 90 days in 3 stages required electrical power of about 396 MW for operation of the Chintalapudi Lift Irrigation Scheme. It is proposed to provide a separate substations of 400/220/11 KV and 132/11 KV from HNPCL - Kamavarapukota 400 KV line

2.7

Any other natural resources (use appropriate standard units)

Not applicable

3	Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

3.1

Use of substances or materials, which are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, and water supplies

Yes

Low sulfur contain diesel will be used for D.G sets. The hazardous waste will be collected, stored and transported in leak proof containers or barrels and disposed as per the MSIHC rules, 1989.

3.2

Changes in occurrence of disease or affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or water borne diseases)

Preventive measures will be taken with the help of Community health centers, Area hospitals, Primary health centers and AYUSH dispensaries.

3.3

Affect the welfare of people e.g. by changing living conditions?

Yes

No negative impacts anticipated. The welfare activities will improve the living conditions. 1. Drinking water facilities will be provided. 2. Proper sanitation conditions will be maintained to avoid unhealthy conditions 3. Health camps will be conducted frequently to avoid seasonal disease. 4. Proper transport facilities will be provided at construction phase.

3.4

Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc.

Yes

For project affected and displaced families will be compensated as per 1. Government of Andhra Pradesh R & R policy, 2005 2. The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 In both the policies, wherever is more beneficial will be adopted to get maximum benefits to the affected population. Tentative list of the affected villages are given in Annexure No. 7

3.5

Any other causes

Not applicable

4	Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month)

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

4.1

Spoil, overburden or mine wastes

Yes

Excavated soil will be reused for formation of new service roads, inspection paths & canal embankment

4.2

Municipal waste (domestic and or commercial wastes)

Yes

Domestic solid waste is proposed to be generated 2100 kg/day from labour camps. It will be handover to Municipal Authorities.

4.3

Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous Waste Management Rules)

Yes

Used oil coming from DG sets will be stored in leak proof drums/barrels and will be disposed of to the authorized reprocessors/dealers as per the CPCB norms and Hazardous Waste Management Rules, 1989.

4.4

Other industrial process wastes

Not applicable

4.5

Surplus product

Not applicable

4.6

Sewage sludge or other sludge from effluent treatment

Yes

Sewage generation from labour camps directed to septic tanks followed by soak pits.

4.7

Construction or demolition wastes

Yes

Solid waste generated during construction and excavation activities. It will be reused for filling of low lying areas, road repair and road construction.

4.8

Redundant machinery or equipment

Not applicable

4.9

Contaminated soils or other materials

The leakages from machinery (DG sets, vehicles etc.) will be controlled by proper maintenance. However the discharged used oil will be stored in leak proof containers and disposed off as per Hazardous waste management guidelines, 1989.

4.10

Agricultural wastes

Not applicable

4.11

Other solid wastes

Not applicable

5	Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air(Kg/hr)

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

5.1

Emissions from combustion of fossil fuels from stationary or mobile sources

Yes

Air pollutants such as Particulate matter, SO2 and NOx will be emitted from D.G sets during the construction phase. D.G sets will be used as standby during the power failure. In addition to this air pollutants like CO, CO2 and NO2 are anticipated from vehicles during construction and operation phases. Regular maintenance of vehicles will be minimized vehicular emissions. However they will keep below the emission limits as per the CPCB guidelines.

5.2

Emissions from production processes

Not applicable

5.3

Emissions from materials handling including storage or transport

Yes

Transportation of construction materials will be carried through trucks. The materials will covered by tarpaulin to avoid fugitive emissions, while transporting of materials. Transport roads are monitored by regular water sprinkling to avoid dust emissions.

5.4

Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment

Yes

Dust will be generated during excavation, drilling, loading and unloading. To suppress the dust, proper maintained drilling machines will be used. Water sprinklers will be provided to avoid dust emissions.

5.5

Dust or odours from handling of materials including construction materials, sewage and waste

Yes

Dust is expected during unloading of construction materials, but there is no odour producing materials. Sewage waste will be directed to septic tanks followed by soak pits. Domestic waste will be collected in garbage pits and disposed to nearby Municipal authority.

5.6

Emissions from incineration of waste

Not applicable

5.7

Emissions from burning of waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris)

Not applicable

5.8

Emissions from any other sources

Not applicable

6	Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

6.1

From operation of equipment e.g. engines, ventilation plant, crushers

Yes

There will be increase in noise and vibrations due to drilling operations, D.G sets and vehicular movement during the construction phase of the project. The noise will be controlled by proper greasing and maintenance of silencers. However ear plugs etc., will be provided to the workers who are working near the noise prone areas. The noise generation will be kept below industrial, commercial and residential zone limits as per CPCB guidelines.

6.2

From industrial or similar processes

Not applicable

6.3

From construction or demolition

Yes

Noise during the construction stage will be generated due to excavation works, from operating machines, vehicular movement and D.G sets etc., Ear plugs will be provided to the workers. Proper maintenance of vehicles will be carried out to keep the noise levels well within the prescribed limits as per CPCB standards.

6.4

From blasting or piling

Yes

There will be increase in noise levels and vibrations due to drilling during the construction phase. In the areas where noise levels are very high, ear muffs and plugs will be provided to workers. However these noise levels are restricted only during construction phase and temporary.

6.5

From construction or operational traffic

Yes

Vehicles transporting construction materials will generate noise but this will be temporary. However ear muffs and plugs will be provided to the workers who are working near the noise prone areas. Regular vehicle maintenance like greasing and oiling will be done.

6.6

From lighting or cooling systems

Not applicable

6.7

From any other sources

Not applicable

7	Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea:

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

7.1

From handling, storage, use or spillage of hazardous materials

Yes

Hazardous waste like used oil will be generated from the D.G set during the construction of the project, which will be stored in leak proof drums/barrels and the same will be disposed to authorized reprocessors/dealers.

7.2

From discharge of sewage or other effluents to water or the land (expected mode and place of discharge)

Yes

Sewage generated from the labour camps area will be treated in septic tank followed by soak pit.

7.3

By deposition of pollutants emitted to air into the land or into water

Not applicable

7.4

From any other sources

Not applicable

7.5

Is there a risk of long term build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources?

Not applicable

8	Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

8.1

From explosions, spillages, fires etc from storage, handling, use or production of hazardous substances

Yes

All necessary precautions will be taken during construction. There is a minimal risk of accident. First aid centers/Health camps with qualified medical professionals will be deployed to serve during emergency conditions. Hospitals are there in Jangareddygudem near to construction site at a distance of 30 km.

8.2

From any other causes

Not applicable

8.3

Could the project be affected by natural disasters causing environmental damage (e.g. floods, earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst etc)?

The proposed project area is situated in Seismic Zone III and is considered as Moderate Damage risk zone. The earthquake was recorded at Jangareddygudem, West Godavari district on 24/07/1990 with an intensity of 3.6 magnitude. (Source: Compendium of Environment Statistics, AP: 2011-2012)

9	Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality

S.No

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

9.1

Lead to development of supporting utilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project which could have impact on the environment e.g.:

Supporting infrastructure (roads, power supply,waste or waste water treatment, etc.)
housing development
extractive industries
supply industries
Other

Yes

Existing facilities will be made use along with service road & inspection path for transport of personnel/material for construction & operation. Sewage generated from the labor camps is proposed to be treated in septic tank and soak pits designed and constructed as per IS 2470 Part-I & Part-II and solid waste will be disposed to nearby municipal/Gram Panchayat authority.

9.2

Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an impact on the environment

Development of green belt with native and well diversified trees will lead to sustainable ecosystem and will have a positive impact on the surrounding environment.

9.3

Set a precedent for later developments

Not applicable

9.4

Have cumulative effects due to proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects

Not applicable

(III)

Environmental Sensitivity

S.No

Areas

Name/Identity

Aerial distance (within 15km.) Proposed project location boundary

Areas protected under international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value

None

Areas which are important or sensitive for ecological reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests

Yes

Wet lands – Nil Coastal zone - Not applicable Biosphere reserves – Nil Mountains - Nil Water bodies – Yerrakalva reservoir, Kovvada kalva reservoir, Tammileru reservoir, Tammileru vagu, Jalleru vagu Forests – Marlagudem RF, Bedadanuru RF, Karakapadu RF

Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration

Not found

Inland, coastal, marine or underground waters

Not found

State, National boundaries

No state or national boundaries exist within 10 km radius. Telangana state boundary is 14 km towards WNW of the project.

Routes or facilities used by the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas

Not found

Defence installations

Not found

Densely populated or built-up area

Yes

Jangareddygudem (109814), Buttayagudem (12304)

Areas occupied by sensitive man-made land uses (hospitals, schools, places of worship, community facilities)

Not found

Areas containing important, high quality or scarce resources.(ground water resources,surface resources,forestry,agriculture,fisheries,tourism,minerals)

Yes

Forest land found within the project site but it is scrub forest i.e 3869 Ha.

Areas already subjected to pollution or environmental damage.(those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded)

There are no major industries nearby. No records were found that are exceeding the prescribed limits.

Areas susceptible to natural hazard which could cause the project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions) similar effects

The proposed project area is sitated in Seismic Zone III and is considered as moderate damage risk zone. The earthquake was recorded at Jangareddygudem, West Godavari district on 24/07/1990 with an intensity of 3.6 magnitude. (Source: Compendium of Environment Statistics, Andhra Pradesh: 2011-2012). Other than this no records found on subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions etc. in this area. Seismic zone map incorporated in Annexure No. 8

(IV)

Proposed Terms of Reference for EIA studies

1	Uploaded Proposed TOR File	Annexure-TOR file
2	Uploaded scanned copy of covering letter	Annexure-scanned copy of covering letter
3	Uploaded Pre-Feasibility report(PFR)	Annexure-PFR
4	Uploaded additional attachments(only single pdf file)	Annexure-Additional attachments

Additional Attachments, if any
Attached File
ADS Letter

Essential Detail Sought : NIL

Additional Detail Sought:
Sno.	ADS Letter	Remarks	Date of ADS
1.	ADS Raise Letter	Project was considered by EAC in its meeting held on 27.3.2018. The EAC sought additional information. letter requesting the PP for information is attached.	09 Apr 2018

(V)	Undertaking
	I hereby give undertaking that the data and information given in the application and enclosures are true to be best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part of the data and information found to be false or misleading at any stage, the project will be rejected and clearance given, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk and cost.

V.(i)

Name of Applicant	PGV
Designation	ChiefEngineer
Name of Company (Applicant Name should not be given here)	CHINTHALAPUDI LIFT IRRIGATION SCHEMEN
Address	Sy. No. 205,206,211, Tadipudi (V), Tallapudi (M), West Godavari (D), Andhra Pradesh state