Minutes
The
Minutes of the 105th Meeting of the Expert Appraisal Committee for
Building/ Construction Projects/ Township and Area Development Projects,
Coastal Regulation Zone, Infrastructure Development and Miscellaneous projects
held on 21st–23rd September, 2011 at Fazal Chamber, Scope
Complex, New Delhi.
1. Opening Remarks of the Chairman.
The Chairman
welcomed the members to the 105th meeting of the EAC. Member
Secretary informed about the action taken on the decisions of the 104th
meeting held on 17th –19th August, 2011 in New Delhi.
2. Confirmation
of the Minutes of the 104th Meeting of the EAC held on 17th–19th
July, 2011 at New Delhi.
Minutes
of the 104th Meeting of the EAC held on 17th – 19th
August, 2011 at New Delhi were confirmed.
3.
Consideration of Old
Proposals:
3.1 CRZ clearance for construction of berthing & allied facilities off Tekra
near Tuna, Gujarat by Kandla Port Trust [F.No.10-10/2008-IA-III]
As presented by the
project proponent, the proposal is for construction
of berthing & allied facilities Off Tekra near Tuna, Gujarat. The Kandla Port is located on the West Coast of India, in the
Gulf of kutch and along the West Bank of Kandla creek at 70 00’ 13"E
longitude and 23 00’01"N Latitude. At present Port has 10 berths for handling
Dry cargo, 2 berths for handling containers, Six Oil Jetties for handling POL
products of liquid cargo traffic at Kandla within Kandla Creek and 3 SBMs at Vadinar for handling Crude oil.
Kandla Port is already developed up to the Shore Line i.e. having
infrastructural facility like berthing facilities, Tank Farms, Roads, Railways,
Strom water Drains, Warehouses & all other amenities.
The total traffic handled
by the Port has increased from 24.50 Million Tonnes in 1993-94 to 79.5
Million tones of cargo in 2009-10. The present handling capacity of existing
ten dry cargo berths, as assessed is only 15.00 Million Tonnes. As against
this, these berths have handled 24.58
MMT, which has resulted in berth occupancy of over 90% resulting in high
waiting time for ships.The Port is also in the process of constructing
additional four berths on BOT basis (13th to 16th berths)
based on the environmental and CRZ clearance already obtained, with a programme
to commission the facilities by 2012 With commissioning of these berths
by 2012, the existing dry cargo handling capacity will increase by 8 MMTPA and the total capacity
will be around 23 MMTPA. Still, there will be a shortfall between demand and
supply to the extent of about 06.94 MMTPA, 08.58 MMTPA and 09.74 MMTPA by the
year 2011-12, 2012 -13 and 2013-14 respectively.
Further, topography of
Kandla Creek has its own limitations and it may not be possible to go in for
further developments beyond the construction of the 17th berth in
the Kandla Creek. Hence, in order to meet the requirements of the trade and to
overcome the draft restrictions at Kandla Creek, it is proposed to an off-shore
Berthing Facility at Tekra near Tuna in the form of ‘T’ Shape. Dimensions of
the Jetty system: 600m X 60m (Latitude 22 53’18”N & 70 06’20”E). The
berthing facility shall be connected by 2000mX18m piled approach &
1700mX18m rubble mound approach (Total 3.7 km) to back up area. The backup area
proposed shall be 80 hectares. The Dredged material will be dumped in area earmarked
near back up area. The back up area shall be connected to Tuna Port by road of
5.0 km length and also with railway line along the road of 5.0 km length. The
quantity of Dredging worked out by CWPRS shall be 784000 m3. The
Terminal will be capable of handling four vessels at a time viz. two vessels,
each of 1,00,000 DWT & 15 m draught on front and two vessels, each of
75,000 DWT & 14 m draught on rear side of Jetty head. The proposed Terminal
(project) will handle all type of dry bulk cargo like coal, fertilizer, its raw
material, salt, wheat, iron etc. The handling capacity of the terminal is
worked out to 14 MMTPA. Total capital cost of the project is estimated at
Rs.1060 crores (BOT operator: 818 crores
+ KPT:240 crores) and the implementation period is reckoned as 24 months.
The
proposal was examined by the EAC in its meeting held on 26th- 28th
March, 2008 and on 18th – 20th January, 2011 and sought
additional information.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
To a query, the proponent clarified
that the high salinity level of 40-50 ppt is due to high evaporation rate. The
mangroves are therefore scattered and not healthy due to this reason.
Scientific studies shall be carried out by some expert & reputed
organization like BNHS focusing among other things the marine environment in
general and the preservation of mangroves in particular against any possible
adverse impact due to creation of the proposed facilities.
(ii)
Explore
the possibilities of plantation of mangroves in the entire mud flat areas and
submit the action plan to the Ministry prior to the commencement of the
activity.
(iii)
The dredge material shall be reused for low level
rising wherever possible and excess shall be dumped into sea at the designated
dumping areas identified based on mathematical model studies.
(iv)
The Committee noted this is an offshore facility at a distance of some 3.7 kms from the
backup area for handling dry bulk and Environmental Clearance is required for handling different types
of cargo and its effect both on marine and terrestrial environment. It cannot be isolated CRZ from the system
without considering EC for the facility. Though the project proponent has
carried out EIA for individual components and it were examined by the Committee
before the issue of clearances , it is suggested that proponent shall update and submit a comprehensive EMP for
the whole project and submit to the
Ministry and Regional Office of the Ministry at Bhopal prior to commencement of
the activity.
The Committee recommends the proposal for
Environment and CRZ Clearance with the
above condition in the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the project
proponent.
3.2 CRZ clearance for Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant unit 3-6 at Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu by M/s Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited. [F. No. 11-25/2010-IA.III].
As presented by the project proponent, the proposal involves setting up of additional reactors as KKNPP units-3 to 6(KKNPP # 3 to 6 each of 1000 MWe). The proposed units are similar in design as in Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units 1 and 2 and also to be located adjacent to KKNPP 1 and 2 which is in commissioning stage. The plant is constructed under an Inter Governmental Agreement between Indian and Russian Governments. KKNPP, a “Generation-3” reactor, is having the most advanced safety features. Each unit of KKNPP belongs to VVER-1000, Water cooled-Water moderated Energy Reactor (VVER). These reactors belong to the family of Pressurized Water Reactors (PWRs), which are the predominant type in operation world over. Each unit consists of four Primary Coolant System (PCS) loops transferring the heat energy from the reactor to the Steam Generators (SG). The steam produced in the shell side of SG is fed to the Turbine Generator to generate electricity. For condenser cooling, sea water is drawn at a depth of 10 Mtr from closed dykes which also house a unique fish protection system. The fish protection system separates the fishes from the cooling water and ensures that the fishes are diverted back in sea and water alone is taken to condenser. As water is drawn from closed dykes, sea erosion is not there. The fresh water requirement of the plant is met through desalination plant.
The
plant is having the most advanced safety features and is termed as “first of
its kind” in the safety aspect. Active safety systems are having a backup of
passive safety systems. To increase redundancy, each active safety systems are
supplied from four independent and physically separated channels. The plant
elevation is designed for Tsunami and flooding with sufficient conservatism.
The plant system, structures and components are designed for earthquake,
explosions and other natural calamities. The Reactor building is designed to
take care of an aircraft crash of Cessna type aircraft. 1053 ha land is already
acquired during phase 1 (KKNPP 1&2) construction. No additional land will
be required for present expansion.
Comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment Study for the expansion has been carried out through NEERI, Nagpur and it brought out Environmental Management Plan. As per the EIA, EMP, No National Park, Sanctuary, Biosphere, Mangrove, Monuments, Reserve Forest in the zone of 15 km. The reserve forest of Thadakmalai, Poigaimalai and Mahendragiri lies within 15 to 30 km of the site. The biodiversity rich area of Gulf of Mannar Bio Reserve (GOMBRE) in 150 km from the site. The total fresh water requirement for the proposed KKNPP 3 to 6 units will be 12388 cum/day and it will be met from desalination plants already under operation at the project site. In addition, for condenser cooling, seawater will be taken from the sea and will be discharged back to sea. Major source of wastewater discharge is from condenser cooling system. The cooling system has been designed as once through condenser cooling system wherein water from the Sea would be drawn and discharged back in to the Sea and the temperatures rise of the reject water is limited to +30C.
Mathematical Model studies for thermal dispersion of
cooling water discharge has been done to locate the outfall point. The Marine
discharge will meet the norms prescribed under Environmental (Protection)
Rules, 1981. The Radioactive Liquid waste will be concentrated to reduce volume
and concentrated residue will be solidified through cementation and stored in
solid waste depositary as per the norms of Atomic Energy Regulatory Board
(AERB). The remaining liquid wastes confirming to the norms of AERB will be
discharged in to Sea.
HTL/LTL demarcation has been done through CESS, Trivandrum. Few sand dunes are existing in the site. The reactors are proposed in non- sand dune areas. The site is in CRZ-III. The projects of Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) are permissible activities within the CRZ Notification as per provisions of Clause No. 2(i), CRZ Notification, 1991. Tamil Nadu State Coastal Zone Management authority has recommended to MoEF for granting CRZ clearance to KKNPP3-6.
Environmental clearance was earlier issued for unit 3&4 in September 2008 and for unit 5&6 in December 2009. The project was considered in 99th meeting held on 5th -6th April, 2011 and suggested for additional studies. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During discussions following points emerged:
(i)
It was informed that the terrestrial and
marine EIA updation and the mathematical modeling of CCW discharge have been
carried out by M/s Engineers India Limited, Gurgaon. The CRZ mapping in 1:4000
scale with project layout superimposed has been carried out by M/s CESS
Trivandrum. Comprehensive EMP has been prepared keeping in view all possible
strategies oriented towards impact minimization both during construction and
operation phases.
(ii)
The proposal still shows construction
of an open channel for outfall. Due to various environmental problems including
the adverse impact on the marine life, the present proposal is not acceptable.
The Committee advised the proponent to consider the pipeline for disposal.
(iii)
The plant elevation is designed for
Tsunami and flooding with sufficient conservatism. This may be further
amplified with a comparison of connected parameters with normal conditions
highlighting the additional provisions made to withstand tsunami effects and
the method adopted for quantification.
(iv)
The proponent reported that the plant
is having the most advanced safety features and is termed as “first of its
kind” in the safety aspect. The documentary evidence shall be submitted in
support of this statement which has a wider ramification in the context of what
is happening around the world on similar developments.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be
considered afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
3.3 CRZ clearance for the construction of pump
house, Sea water Intake and Outfall facilities at Pianapuram Village, Near
Nellore, Andhra Pradesh by M/s Thermal Power Tech Corporation India Ltd. [F. No. 11-129/2010-IA-III]
As
presented by the project proponent, the project involves the construction of
pump house, Sea water Intake and Outfall facilities at Pianapuram &
Nelaturupalem Villages, Muthukur Mandal SPS Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. Buckingham
canal is 0.10 km (W). A creek is located at a distance of 150 m from the
southern boundary of the plant site.
The
auxiliary facilities are proposed in CRZ areas (i) pump house, outfall tank,
sea water intake & outfall pipelines (ii) coal conveyor corridor crossing
over creek (iii) bridges over Buckingham Canal as part of approach road (iv)
power evacuation corridor (v) diversion road to Nelaturupalem village.
Proposed
marine facilities are: (i) Laying of submarine pipelines (ii) construction of
seawater intake head (iii) construction of warm water outfall. Intake and
Outfall of Sea water intake: Distance: 2000 m and Quantity: 13936 m3/hr.
The Warm Water outfall will be at a Distance: 950 m and Quantity: 8143 m3/hr.
The Initial temperature difference: 40 C and Initial Salinity
difference: 19 ppt.
The project was considered by the EAC
in its meeting held on 30th November, 1st & 2nd
December, 2010. The Committee noted that as there are some changes in the map
submitted to State Coastal Zone Management Authority and the map now submitted
to MoEF, the project proponent was asked to submit the updated map to the State
Coastal Zone Management Authority for review and recommendations to MoEF.
Accordingly, the revised the map was examined and recommended by the APCZMA
vide letter no 5228/CZMA/2010 dated 11.04.2011. The
details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During discussions following points emerged:
(i)
Cutter suction dredging
shall be adopted instead of grab technology so as to control the sediments
during dredging.
(ii)
Top of the pipeline
buried shall be minimum 2 m below the sea bed. The PP shall obtain a
certificate of compliance from the agency executing the pipeline, with
supporting documentation and shall submit to RO of MoEF and to State PCB.
(iii)
No effluent from fly ash system is
permitted to discharge into the marine system, as committed by PP. The effluent
from fly ash shall be treated and the entire quantity shall be recycled in the
cooling tower makeup etc and suitable meter shall be installed to record the
quantity of effluent recycled.
(iv)
Shall implement all the measures as
committed to the Ministry vide their letter dated 01.08.2011, as a part of the
clarifications submitted by the PP. A copy of these submissions shall be
submitted to RO of MoEF
(v)
A suitable STP shall be provided to treat the
domestic effluent and treated effluent shall be used for green belt, dual
plumbing system etc. Measuring meters shall be provided to record the treated
effluent used for different purposes.
(vi)
All the mitigation measures submitted in the EIA
report shall be prepared in a matrix format and the compliance for each mitigation
plan shall be submitted to MoEF along with half yearly compliance report to
MoEF-RO.
(vii)
The proponent shall
commit himself to be one of the partners/proponents (who have undertaken/will
be undertaking similar power projects in the close proximity of site) as and
when instructed by the MOEF/State government authorities in preparing an
overall EIA report comprising both terrestrial/marine EIA components for the
region and share the cost of the study and proposed mitigation measures for the
coastal stretch as decided by the authorities in the best interest of
protecting the environment
The Committee recommends the proposal for CRZ
Clearance with the above condition in the Clearance letter for strict
compliance by the project proponent.
3.4 Amendment to the CRZ clearance issued for
storage of for edible oil storage tanks at Karwar port, Karnataka by M/s Ruchi
Infrastructure Ltd. [F.No. J/16011/55/2001 IA-III].
As presented by the proponent, the
proposal relates to amendment for storage of Molasses in Karwar Port by M/s
Ruchi Infrastructure Ltd. Ministry has issued CRZ clearance for edible oil
storage tanks at Karwar port vide letter No. J/16011/55/2001 IA-III dated
16.04.2003.
The facility has a storage tank of
capacity 3533 KL, 4126 KL and two tankers of 5352 KL at site no. 1380 of
Aligudda, Baithkol, Karwar. The proponent now proposes to use the facility for
storage of molasses also including edible oil and has requested for amendment
to the EC.
The
Karnataka Coastal Zone Management Authority has recommended the project vide
letter No. FEE/73/CRZ/2009 dated 30.11.2010.
Earlier the same proposal was placed before the 89th Meeting of the EAC held on 21st – 23rd July, 2010, 14th -15th February, 2011 and 3rd – 4th March, 2011 and Committee deferred the proposal and asked the project proponent to stop the work and submit details. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During
discussions, following points emerged:
(i)
The
proponent informed that there is no new construction carried out by them and
only repair and painting work was carried out. The site was visited by the
Director from Regional Office, of MoEF at Bangaluru and this was confirmed by
him. They further explained in detail that the existing tank at site was
constructed in 2002-2003 for storage of Non Hazardous Liquid cargo viz. Edible
Oils. It was also told that following documents certifying that
construction was done in 2001-2002, were also submitted in the Office of Member
Secretary, KSPCB vide our letter no. RIL/ DLICRZ/ JUNE/2011 dated 22.6.2011:
a)
Consent of Karnataka State Pollution Control Board letter no.
KSPCB/CFE-CELL/DEO/AEO-A/RISL/2001-2002 79 dated 6.6.2001.
b)
Certificate of Calibration Chart of our tank issued by J B
Boda Surveyors Pvt. which shows tanks were constructed in 2002
c)
Copy of insurance Certificate from New India Insurance Co. Ltd dated 26.7.2002 which confirms that the tank was ready
in 2002.
d)
Service tax registration issued by Central Excise Dept dated 2.9.2002 for storage 7 Distribution vide registration
Np. 15/2002-03/ storage & Warehousing.
e)
Letter no. LND/CR-3/2001-2002 dated 2.1.2003 issued by Dept. of Ports & Inland
Water Transport, Office of the Port Officer, Karwar, Govt. of Karnataka that there is no objection
from this Dept for utilizing the tanks owned by Ruchi Infrastructure Ltd on
Port land leased to us for storing of Edible Oils.
f)
The above documents clearly established
that Tank was constructed in 2001-2002 for which CRZ permission was given
to them by the Ministry vide letter no. J/16011/55/2001/IA-III dated
16.4.2003.
g)
As desired by the committee in the last
meeting, it was informed that they have also conducted a fresh EIA for storage
of Bitumen through M/S Aquatech Enviro Engineers, Bangalore which gives a base line Environment data prediction which is
within the limits.
h) It was also confirmed that Bitumen is not covered under the list of
items either by way of name or properties under the Storage of Hazardous
Cargo act and it is also classified as Non Hazardous Cargo for which they already
holds CRZ clearance though for Edible Oil which is another Non hazardous liquid
cargo.
(ii)
The
Committee felt that clearance given earlier requires reexamination from the
point of view, whether the EIA conducted for getting the CRZ clearance was
limited to the impacts of edible oil handling or it also covered crude oil
refining products such as bitumen, as the impacts of crude oil products
handling/ transportation are entirely different involving bigger hazard risks
compared to edible oil.
(iii)
Submit
details of the status of compliance of the conditions of the earlier clearance.
(iv)
Arrangement
viz dyke wall shall be provided around the storage tank so as to collect any
spillage/ accidental leakages and consequential adverse impact on the
environment.
(v)
Confirm
that no other similar cargo will be handled without obtaining specific
clearance in advance keeping in view the existing functional/operational
requirements of the facility.
(vi)
Necessary
clearances shall be obtained from concerned authorities for the storage/
handling as applicable.
Provided the response of the project proponent to the
aforesaid observations is to the satisfaction of the committee, the proposal
may be considered for recommendation for Clearance.
4.
Consideration of New Proposals:
4.1 Environmental
and CRZ Clearance for all weather Multi purpose deep water Port near
Subarnarekha River at Choumukh Village, Balasore District Orrisa by M/s
Subarnarekha Port Pvt Ltd [F.No. 10-33/2007-IA-III]
As
presented by the Project proponent, the proposal involves development of all
weather deepwater port (Phase I and Phase II only) at Subarnarekha River,
Blasore District, Orissa. The Government of Orissa (GoO) executed a Concession
Agreement with Creative Port Development Private Limited (CPDL) on January 11,
2008 for development of Subarnarekha Port near Subarnarekha River mouth,
Balasore District, Orissa on BOOST (Build, Own, Operate, Share and Transfer)
basis. As per the provisions of concession agreement, Subarnarekha Port Private
Limited (SPPL) a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) was incorporated on October 10,
2008. The site proposed for development of Subarnarekha Port is located at
Latitude 21032’58” N and Longitude 87021’58”E.
Phase I
development will handle 25 MTPA and Phase II development will handle 35 MTPA
and development comprises of Two(2) Barge berths and Seven (7) berths for
handling dry bulk cargo (such as Iron Ore, thermal Coal, Cooking Coal and Lime
Stone), containerized and general cargo. The proposed site of 915 Acres (~370
Ha) of land comprises mainly inter-tidal land (Coastal sand), partly land
with/without scrub and casuarinas. In addition to that, an area of 750 Acres
(~303 Ha) of land will be reclaimed for port development purpose. A dedicated
rail/road corridor will also be developed on an area of 1565.93 acres (633.72
Ha).
The
project development consists of 2310 m of eastern breakwater and 3155 m of
western breakwater. Length and width (inner/outer) of approach channel are
26,000 m and 175/200 m during phase I and will be extended to 29,000 m and
175/220 m in phase II. The diameter and depth of turning circle is 520 m and
(-) 15 m depth during phase I and will be extended to 600 m and (-) 18 m depth
in phase II. The capital dredging quantity estimated for the Phase I is 47.0
MCM and Phase II development is estimated at 60.0 MCM (Cumulative). It is
proposed to use the 12 MCM of material (dredge spoil) for reclaiming the backup
area and remaining material will be dumped into sea at the designated dumping
areas. Two disposal locations/dumping ground have been identified based on
mathematical model studies towards eastern side of the proposed approach
channel between (-) 10 m and (-) 20 m contours. The area of each dumping ground
is 8000 m x 7000 m with an average depth of filling of <30cms. The same
disposal grounds shall be used for phase II dredge spoil disposal. The total
maintenance dredging quantity is estimated to be around 1,20,000 m3/annum.
Mathematical
model studies were carried out for sediment transport using Mike-21 ST module
and estimated maintenance dredging quantity is found to be about 1,20,000 m3/annum.
Material will be collected using sand trap and material required will be pumped
to the eastern shores towards protection of the beach profile, if required and
the rest will be dumped in the identified disposal ground. In order to assess
the long term behaviour of the shoreline GENESIS Shoreline change model was
used and shoreline evolution study indicates the accretion (five year average)
rate of 2.36 m/year within 100 m stretch adjacent to eastern and western
breakwaters and less than 0.18m/year within 800m adjacent to eastern breakwater
and within 600m adjacent to western breakwater respectively. Fugitive dust
modelling studies for coal/iron ore handling and storage areas were carried out
using the Industrial Source Complex, Short Term (ISCST3) dispersion model which
reveals that the resultant ground level concentrations are found to be well
within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
National
Institute of Oceanography (NIO), an authorised agency was engaged for
demarcation of HTL, LTL and CRZ areas. As per the NIO report, project site
falls on the sandy beach near the river mouth. The project development area
does not fall or contain any environmentally sensitive areas as specified in
CRZ Notification and that the project area meets the requirements of CRZ-I(ii)
and CRZ-III.
Terms of Reference (TOR) were approved vide
letter No: 10-33/2007-IA.III, dated May 31, 2007 and public hearing was
conducted on December 30, 2010.
The proposal was considered by the EAC in its 100th meeting held on 5th –6th April, 2011 and on 14th – 15th June, 2011 sought additional information. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
The proponent submitted details of 3 identified sites. The
two sites were on the south of the site and one site was on the north of the
site. Based on the parameters including the turtle nesting, forests, marine
sanctuaries, mangroves, tourist place, shore line changes etc. the site at
Subarnareka was selected.
During discussions following points emerged:
(i) Submit
the authentic map of high resolution showing the details of the forests area,
habitation and project area on 1:4000 scale.
(ii) The
site selection study appears still broad-based laying main reliance on State
Government’s analysis of potential sites, of which two sites (Chudamani and
Inchuri) already fall within the jurisdiction of military area and the other
two places viz Chandipur
and Bahabalpur are discarded on the basis of erosion, tourists places etc thus zeroing
in Subernarekha. It is not clear whether
the remaining coastline extending upto Subernarekha has been fully studied as
to its suitability or otherwise. What the Committee expected is a study of
various sites based on certain valid parameters primarily environmental in more
detail. The information submitted
appears more of a qualitative nature in the absence of a detailed matrix
analysis. EAC still feels that a more
meaningful study would be useful to reach appropriate decision. Subject to this basic requirement, the
following additional comments are made in respect of Subernarekha site.
(iii) Against the figure of 120000 cum of
maintenance dredging mentioned in the previous report, now the upper limit is
estimated at 450000 cum-which appears perhaps sensible in the context of the
sediment transport philosophy as applicable to east coast towards north of
Paradip. The reason for such huge
variation is not explained. The proponent shall confirm this figure with
explanation for the variation in terms of boundary conditions now assumed vis a
vis the earlier one so to avoid giving room for further study which may give a
different result altogether.
(iv)
Regarding navigational aspects, it must be ensured that the ‘theory
(model study) meets the requirements of ‘practice’ followed by navigational
expert in the field. Besides the model study findings on possible navigation,
maintenance of navaids, removal sediment deposited and other navigational
issues associated with a long channel of 30km needs to be discussed with
experts if not already done and included accordingly in the recent report.
(v)
The report on material handling aspects does not appear to have been
prepared with due care as it contains a number of mismatches as to the type of
equipment, incompatibility between discharging and stacking equipments (drybulk
cargo in particular) etc. This needs to
be looked into again to avoid glaring anomalies if any exist.
(vi)
Committee does not believe in concession offered by proponent in terms
of its readiness to shift the location by 500m.
On the other hand Committee feels it more appropriate to shift the
northern breakwater at least 2.0 km away from the river mouth down south to
ensure preservation of coastal ecology without giving room for any adverse
impact to the river mouth and its environ.
(vii) Shoreline
changes (including impact on large offshore sandy islands in the vicinity)
shall be monitored periodically and action shall be taken to maintain them, if
necessary.
i. Specific
budgetary provisions shall be made for plantation and conservation of the
mangroves.
ii. The
Disaster Management Plan submitted does not address the likely emergency for
Tsunami; the DMP shall be revised and submitted.
(viii) At
least 5% of the total cost of the project shall be earmarked towards the
corporate social responsibility (CSR) and item-wise details along with time
bound action plan shall be prepared and submitted to the Ministry prior to the
commencement of the project. Implementation of such program shall be ensured
accordingly in a time bound manner.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be
considered afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
4.2 Environmental
Clearance for Mining of rare minerals in Azhagappapuram village, Tamil Nadu by
M/s Chandrakala Farm Products Pvt. Ltd, Chennai (F.No.11-88/2007-IA-III)
As presented by the project proponent, the project involves mining of rare minerals in Alagappapuram village in Kanyakumari. As per the proposal M/s Chandrakala Farm Products have an area of 2.13.5 ha for mining bearing plot No.1125/3, 1125/4, 1124/4, 1098/4. The minerals to be mined are garnet, illiminite and rutile. The geological reserves of beach sands within the mine lease area of 1.94 ha have been assessed as 97,000 tonnes within a depth of 2.5m. The mineable quantity of beach sand will be approximately 90% of the geological reserves considering the losses in the formation of mine benches, pathways, storage yards, etc. Based on these factors mineable reserves will be 87,300 tonnes. It is proposed to mine 15 tonnes of beach sand per day. Reckoning only 200 effective days mining operations per year, the annual production will be 3000 tonnes and the life of the mine will be 29 years. As the total mining area, mine depth and daily production are of such a small scale, the entire operation to exploit the heavy minerals are simple. It is proposed to follow a well planned excavation/mining scheme confirming to the mining regulations and environmental obligations. Being a very shallow mine, the methodology of removal of the sand is very simple. No pre-mining operations are involved except removal of some scanty vegetation and extraneous materials, followed by slight surface scraping and leveling. No overburden removal is needed as sand is exposed almost at the surface.
After the mining is carried out backfilling with the rejects of 47% of raw sand will be transported by trucks from the processing units for backfilling and restoring the mining area to the original state. As a part of EMP the back filled or reclaimed area will be covered with vegetation and coconut plantation. The water requirement of 200 litres/day will be obtained from existing dug well. The mineral processing unit will be located outside the CRZ area.
The project attracts EIA notification, 2006 and CRZ Notification, 1991.The project has been appraised by the EAC in its 60th meeting held on 27th - 29th December, 2007. The Committee suggested the additional TOR including public hearing for the project. Public hearing conducted on 25.06.2009.
The proposal was considered by the EAC in its 85th meeting held on 25th – 26th February, 2010 and sought additional information including the recommendations of Tamil Nadu State Coastal Zone Management Authority. TCZMA has recommended the project vide letter No.30830/EC-3/2005-1 dated 17.10.2005. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
There shall be no mining
in intertidal zone
(ii)
There shall be no
mechanical mining
(iii)
The balance sand after
removal of rare minerals shall be refilled. Site photographs shall be submitted
before and after the mining activity to RO of MoEF.
(iv)
There shall be no ground
water drawal in CRZ area
The Committee recommends the proposal for CRZ
Clearance with the above condition in the Clearance letter for strict
compliance by the project proponent.
4.3 Environmental
/CRZ clearance for expansion
of Jetty at Kharo Creek in Kuchchh, Gujarat by M/s. Sanghi Industries Ltd.
[F.No. 11-131/2008-IA-III]
The
Committee decided to defer the project, since the project proponent did not
attend the meeting.
4.4 Environmental Clearance for the construction
of Passenger Aerial
Ropeway Project at Kud - Sangote - Karla (Patnitop District Udhampur, Jammu
& Kashmir by M/s. Patnitop Development Authority. [F.No.
10-28/2010-IA-III]
The
Committee decided to defer the project, since the project proponent did not
attend the meeting.
4.5 Environmental
Clearance for establishment of CETP at Plot No. 3460/B & 3461, GIDC
Industrial Estate, Ankleshwar, Gujarat by M/s Green Eco Development Centre Ltd
[F.No. 10-42/2010-IA-III]
As presented by the project
proponent, the proposal involves establishment of CETP at GIDC, Ankleshwar on a
plot area of 9,270 sq. mtr. The industries will segregate their effluent and
segregated effluent will be brought by dedicated tankers to CETP. The
segregation at individual level will be done based on guidelines of Central
Pollution Control Board. The segregated effluent will be stored in separate
storage tanks. The facilities proposed to be created are Solvent striping and
recovery of solvent, Ammonia striping and recovery of ammonium sulfate, Multi
effect evaporators, Recovery of phenolics and other inorganic materials,
Solvent recovery plants.
The CETP will also have conventional
treatment facility. After recovery of products, effluent will be given primary
treatment, biological treatment and tertiary treatment to meet discharge
norms. Normal utilities like boiler, DG
set, cooling tower, air compressor, fire system, etc will be provided.
The CETP will collect 1MLD
(1,000 KL) effluent and solvent recovery system will have capacity of 600 KL
per month. The total water requirement will be 830 KLD and fuel for boilers
will be 660 SM3 Naural gas. The total power requirement will be 1
MW. The total cost of the project is Rs. 20.00 Crores.
The unit will become member of
landfill site and common incinerator for disposal of solid wastes. As the
project is located at Ankleshwar which is a Critically Polluted area, the
proposal is categorized as Category ‘A’.
The proposal was considered by the EAC in its meeting held on 21st – 23rd September, 2011and 20th – 22nd October, 2010 and finalized TOR with a recommendation for exemption of Public hearing since the proposed site is located within the notified industrial estate and the plots are allotted by GIDC. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
Transportation of Hazardous wastes shall be as per the section 129 to
137 of Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989.
(ii)
The MoU between CETP and member units shall indicate the maximum
quantity of effluent to be sent to the CETP along with the quality.
(iii)
The MoU between CETP and FETP shall indicate the maximum quantity of
treated effluent and also the out let norms to be complied by CETP.
(iv)
The PP shall comply all the EMP
measures submitted in the EIA report and additional information submitted to
MoEF. These documents shall be submitted to RO of MoEF.
(v)
The quantities of various chemicals recovered with their purities shall
be uploaded on the website of the company on amonthly basis. The chemicals
recovered shall be sold to the parties through six copy manifest for having a
proper tracking of the recovered chemicals.
(vi)
The effluent from member units shall be transported through CETP
tankers only duly maintaining proper manifest system. The vehicles shall be
fitted with proper GPS system.
(vii)
Before accepting any effluent from member units, the same shall be as
permitted by the SPCB in the consent order. No effluent from any unit shall be
accepted without consent from SPCB under the Water Act, 1974 as amended.
(viii)
Suitable meters shall be provided to measure the quantity of effluent
received, quantity of effluent recycled / reused and discharged to FEEP.
The
Committee recommends the proposal for Environmental Clearance with the above
condition in the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the project
proponent.
4.6 CRZ
Clearance for Construction of Intake/Out fall pipelines, pump house for the
proposed desalination plant of 10 MLD capacity at Keela Arasradi, Ottapidasam
Taluk, Thoothkkudi Dist., Tamil Nadu by M/s South Ganga Water Technology Ltd.
[F.No. 11-48/2011-IA.III]
As
presented by the Project proponent, the proposal is Construction of Intake/Out
fall pipelines, pump house for the proposed desalination plant of 10 MLD
capacity at Keela Arasradi, Ottapidasam Taluk, Thoothkkudi Dist., Tamil Nadu.
South Ganga Water Technologies (South Ganga) has set- up a 800-m3/day capacity
RO desalination plant in Panaikulam village, Ramanathapuram district in
Tamilnadu since 2004 supplying water to three natural gas power plants in the
same region. Now, proposes to set up a 10 MLD capacity desalination plant in
Keela Arasadi, Ottapidaram taluk, Tuticorin District in Tamilnadu. The proposed desalination plant will be setup
with technical collaboration from GE, USA using RO process. The product water is to be supplied to power
plants located in the water scarce nearby region through pipe line. The main
desalination plant will be located about 900 meters from the sea outside CRZ Area.
CRZ clearance is required for construction of Intake/Outfall pipelines, pump
house in the CRZ area.
The proposed plant needs to have an intake capacity of 2100 m3/hour by means of a gravity intake system at 750 meters from the coast and the water will be pumped to the plant desalination plant The plant will have a daily outfall of 1684 m3/hour located at 1.1 km into the sea from the coast line The detailed environmental impact assessment and Dispersion Study for the proposed desalination plant is carried out by Institute of Ocean Management, Anna University, Chennai. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
Submit the details of brine plume dispersion details at worst case
scenario.
(ii)
Presently, the outfall location is proposed at 2 m depth. Explore the
possibilities for extending the outfall location inside the sea to get more
depth / more dispersion.
(iii)
Future expansion if any and its impact on the proposed facility in
terms of capacity of intake and outfall and additional installation etc if any
required may be highlighted.
(iv)
Method of installation shall ensure no damage to the coastline and
consequently the marine eco system.
The Committee recommends the proposal for CRZ
Clearance after submission of the information at (i) with above condition in
the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the project proponent.
4.7 CRZ
clearance for expansion of Beach resort at Yarada in Gazuwaka Mandal of Greater
Visakhapattinam Municipal Corporation by M/s Brook Fields & Resorts Pvt.
Ltd [F.No. 11-54/2011-IA-III]
As presented by the Project
proponent, the proposal is for expansion of Beach resort at Yarada in Gazuwaka
Mandal of Greater Visakhapattinam Municipal Corporation at Sy No.s 5/1 to 17, 6/1 to 10, 7/1 and 2, 8/1 to 9,
9/1 to 16, 10/1 to 17, 11/1,5,7,8,9, 13/1 to 4, 18,19, 20/1 to 8, 21/4, 6 to
10, 22/1 to 17, 23/2P, 3 to 8,9P, 12P, 13, 14P, 15 to 36, 24/2 to 17, 25/1 to
23, 26/1 to 5, 27/3 to 5 and 53 Yarada
(Village) Gajuwaka (Mandal) Visakhapatnam (District) Andhra Pradesh. The Total site area is 84.3 acres, existing
700 sq.m built-up area project will be expanded into 73458 sq.m (including
18719 sq.m parking area) resorts. The total water requirement is 577.16 m3/day
including Fresh water 324.15 m3/day and Recycled – 253.01 m3/day.
The
proposed expansion project consists of four major components namely (a) Indian
Archaeological Heritage-Devi Panchayathan Park Zone (b) Antiquity Beach Park
Zone (c) Ayursukha Zone (d) Hotel & Resorts Zone.
(i) The
Indian Archaeological Heritage Devi Panchayathan Park Zone which is named as
‘DAKSHIN KEDAR’ proposes to construct five structures representing five
different architectural styles of ancient India.
(ii) The Antiquity Beach Park Zone is
mainly an entertainment zone comprises one Open Air Theatre (Amphi Theatre)
with shops, ancient Telugu Village with Manduva House, Wave pools, water rides
and mechanical rides for fun to visitors and also a rural village resembling a
village with farming and handicraft bazaar with provisions for village trades
like pottery, weaving etc.
(iii) The Ayursukha Zone consists of Medicinal
Plants garden, Nakshtravanam, Yoga cum meditation hall along with facilities
for Ayurvedic treatment to rejuvenate mind and soul.
(iv) The Hotel & Resorts Zone
consists of a Hotel of three star category and environment infrastructure
facilities such as solid waste collection and disposal, Sewage Treatment Plant
and DG sets house, Sub-Station to cater to the needs of the Project. The Beach
Resort is also provided with Sewage Treatment Plant.
The
area of coverage within 200 m is 54,276.16 Sq. m and in between 200-500 m is
1,81,741.64 Sq. m. The distance along the coast line between two roads
available to public access to the beach is 450 m. Ground Water resources
through wells located beyond CRZ area. At present water is utilized 5 wells and
another 3 borewells are proposed beyond CRZ to meet water requirement of 324
KLD of water.
The
NIO furnished the details of the site which indicated that most of the area
allotted to the proponent falls in between 200 – 500 m area. The CRZ map is
prepared in 1:25000 scale as well as in 1:4000 scale. The surveyed map
indicates that the area abutting HTL is covered with beach in inter-tidal zone
followed by vegetation. The region inland of the project area is a barren
vacant lands and agriculture lands covered with banana plantations, coconut
trees and palm trees. The area is also covered with Casuarina plantation and
other mixed vegetation. The coastal stretch is formed with 20-25 m wide sand
beaches with small fresh water inland drains with a width of 2 m and below. The
Heritage Theme Park boundary is located 515 m away from the HTL of the open
coast. Few temporary constructions and an unfinished old foundation are existing in the site. The area does not cover
environmentally sensitive area such as national parks / marine parks,
sanctuaries, wildlife habitats, mangroves, corals / coral reefs, breeding and
spawning grounds of fish and other marine life, area of outstanding natural
beauty / historical / heritage area, area rich in genetic diversity.
The Andhra Pradesh State Coastal Zone Management Authority examined the proposal on 19-07-2011 and recommended vide letter No 4652/CZMA/2011 dated 03.08.2011. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussions, the following points emerged:
(i)
The committee noted that there are commercial shops and STP proposed in
the No Development Zone which are not permissible.
(ii)
The Scale and intensity of the project is not permissible in the
eco-frazil CRZ area. The Committee suggested to revise the project and submit a
fresh project with recommendations of APSCZMA.
In view of the foregoing
observations, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered after the above observations are addressed and submitted.
4.8 CRZ
clearance for development of SEZ village Dahej, Taluka Vagra, Dist. Bharuch by
M/s Dahej SEZ Ltd. [F. No. 11-50/2011-IA-III]
As
presented by the project proponent, the project involves laying of roads and
railway line for the SEZ, Dahej, Taluka Vagra,
Dist. Bharuch. M/s Dahej SEZ Ltd is developing SEZ in the area of 1803 ha near
village Dahej, Gujarat. The SEZ is divided into Part-I and Part-II. Both are
connected by a dedicated corridor of 35/45 mtrs width and 5 km long.
Environmental Clearance for non CRZ area of SEZ was issued by the Ministry on
17.03.2010. As per the condition of the EC, Dahej SEZ Ltd. was required to
prepare HTL/LTL demarcation map and obtain CRZ Clearance for the area falling
under the CRZ. Accordingly, a map got prepared from the Institute of
Environmental Studies and Wetland Management, Kolkata. As per the map about 224
ha. falls within CRZ area. The Dahej SEZ is required to provide essential
infrastructure facilities vice road, water supply, drainage, power supply etc.
In Part-I of SEZ, 1.4 km of road, 2.8 km of storm water drainage, 1.4 km water
distribution pipeline, 1.4 km drainage pipeline and 1.4 km power line and in
Part-II of SEZ, a road of 1.8 km are falls within CRZ area.
The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussion, the following point emerged:
(i)
Submit
a copy of proposed facilities superimposed on the HTL/LTL map demarcated by an
authorized agency on 1:4000 scale and submit along with recommendations of the
SCZMA.
In
view of the foregoing observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The
proposal shall be reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed
and submitted.
4.9 Finalization
of TOR for development of Greenfiled International Airport at Dholera, Dist
Ahmedabad, Gujarat by M/s Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development
Corporation Ltd [F.No.10-85/2011-IA-III]
The
Committee decided to defer the project, since the project proponent did not
attend the meeting.
4.10 Finalization
of TOR for modernization of existing shipyard at Village Kurul, Taluka Alibag,
District Raigarh, Maharashtra by M/s. Konkan Barge Builders Pvt. Ltd.
(F.No.10-8/2009-IA.III).
The
Committee noted that the project requires to be considered by the State Level
Environment Impact Assessment Authority/SEIAA, hence deferred and suggested to
send back the proposal.
4.11 Environmental
Clearance for Exploratory drilling in onshore Area of KG –ONN-2004/1 Block
located at Brhma Samadhyam, Pallamkurru and Molletimoga Villages of Katrenikona
Mandal in East Godavari Distinctto establish the presence of hydrocarbons
potential in the onshore area by M/s Oil India Limited, Kakinada.
(F.No.11-47/2011-IA III)
The
Committee deferred the project, as the project proponent did not attend the
meeting.
2nd
Day : 22nd September, 2011
3. Consideration
of Old Proposals, contd…
3.5 Environmental
Clearance for the Development of Software Complex “TCS Techno Park” at
Kariyavattam Post, Trivendrum, Kerala by M/s. Tata Consultancy Services [F.No.
21-14/2009-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of software complex project on a plot area
of 1,08,232 Sq.m (26 Acres). The total built-up area is 1,10,473 Sq.m. The
total water requirement is 12.18 KLD (fresh water requirement 494 KLD) for 6000
employees. The capacity of STP proposed is 750 KLD. The treated waste water to
be used for flushing 322 KLD, horticulture 177 KLD and AC cooling-225 KLD. A
total solid waste generation is 1395 Kg/day. The power requirement is-11,000
KVA. The total parking spaces provided
for 1244 cars + 2488 two wheelers + 23 buses.
Total cost of the project is Rs. 205.07 Crores.
The project proposal was considered by the EAC in its meeting held on 26-27th May, 2008; 22-23rd December, 2008 and 22.8.2009. The EAC sought additional information. The project was closed due to non-submission of information. Now the information has been received. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i)
Provision shall be made for oil and
grease traps before surface rain water enters into storm water drain.
(ii)
Suitable meters shall be provided to
measure the quantity of treated effluent used for recycle for different
purposes i.e flushing purpose, green belt and AC cooling purpose
The Committee recommends the proposal for
Environmental Clearance with the above condition in the Clearance letter for
strict compliance by the project proponent.
3.6 Environmental
Clearance for the construction of City Centre Shopping Mall at Village Dispur,
Mouza Beltola, District kamrup by M/s. Bramhaputra Infrastructure Ltd. [F.No.
21-23/2011-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of city centre shopping mall-cum-office complex
project on a plot area of 12,352.36 Sq.m. The total built-up area is
46,175.32 Sq.m. (Basement + ground floor + 7floors). The total water
requirement is 239 KLD (fresh water requirement 150 KLD). The capacity of STP
proposed is 202 KLD. The treated waste water to be used for flushing 75 KLD,
horticulture 11 KLD balance 96 KLD is proposed to discharge into drain. A total
solid waste generation is 0.75 T/day. The power requirement is-3750 KVA. The total parking spaces provided for 435
cars (basement-394 + 41 surface parking).
Total cost of the project is Rs. 134.4 Crores.
The project proposal was considered by the EAC in its meeting held on 23-24th June, 2011. The EAC sought additional information. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
Parking has been increased from 435
cars to 543 cars.
Provision shall be made for bus parking also.
(ii)
Suitable meters shall be provided to
measure the quantity of treated effluent used for recycle for different
purposes i.e flushing purpose, green belt and AC cooling purpose
The Committee recommends the proposal for
Environmental Clearance with the above
condition in the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the project
proponent.
3.7 Environmental
Clearance for the construction of Group Housing “Tulip Homes” at Sector-69-70,
Gurgaon, Haryana by M/s. Tulip Infratech Pvt. Ltd. [F.No.
324/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III]
This case pertains to construction of a Group Housing on total plot area of 1,01,760.23 Sqm. The total built up area of
the project is 1,86,145.59 Sq.m. The height of the proposed project is 45 m
(Basements + Ground floor + 13 floors) and total number of towers are 40.The
total water requirement is ----- KLD(fresh water requirement is 647 KLD). The
capacity of STP is about 850 KLD. Treated sewage water will be used for
flushing/horticulture/DG & HVAC cooling, water body with fountains–568 KLD.
The total power requirement is 10,000 KVA. Total solid waste generation will be
118.78 MT/month. The total parking spaces proposed are 2447 ECS. The total cost
of the project is about Rs. 205 Crores.
The proposal was considered by the State
Expert Appraisal Committee for New Construction Projects in its meetings held
on 24.11.2010; 10.1.2011 and 9-10th March, 2011 at Haryana State
Pollution Control Board, Panchkula and recommended the proposal for
environmental clearance after examining the details sent by the project
proponent by imposing specific and general conditions and awarded “Gold” grading
to the project.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(ii)
Examine and submit the
details of the impact on traffic due to the project during construction and
operation phases.
(iii)
Examine and submit the details of water bodies
including the seasonal ones- ponds, lakes, low lying areas within the corridor
of impacts along with their status, volumetric capacity, and quality likely
impacts on them due to the project.
(iv)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(v)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the apartments shall be ensured even
after sale.
(vi)
Proposal indicates 490 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(vii)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(viii) Submit the details of the Solid Waste Management
including the consent of the HUDA for taking the wastes.
(ix)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(x)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
(xi)
Suitable meters shall be provided to
measure the quantity of treated effluent used for recycle for different
purposes i.e flushing purpose, green belt and AC cooling purpose
Provided the response of the project proponent to the
aforesaid observations is to the satisfaction of the committee, the proposal
may be considered for recommendation for Clearance.
3.8 Environmental
Clearance for the construction of Group Housing at Sector-82-A, Manesar Urban
Complex, Village Shikorpur, Gurgaon, Haryana by M/S DLF New Gurgaon Homes
Developers Pvt. Ltd. [F.No. 337/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III]
This case pertains to construction of a Group Housing project at Sector – 82A, Manesar Urban
Complex, Village Shikopur, Gurgaon, Haryana. The total project area is 50711.15 Sqm. The total
built up area of the project is 1,70,628 Sq.m. The height of the proposed
project is 112 mtrs (3 Basements + Stilt floor + 31 floors).The total water
requirement is 772 KLD(fresh water requirement is 389 KLD). The capacity of STP
is about 560 KLD. Treated sewage water will be used for
flushing/horticulture/DG & HVAC cooling, water body with fountains–417 KLD.
The total power requirement is 4450 KW. Total solid waste generation will be
1823.8 Kg/day. The total parking spaces proposed are 1748 ECS. The total cost
of the project is about Rs. 225 Crores.
The proposal was considered by the State
Expert Appraisal Committee for New Construction Projects in its meeting held on
10.12.2010, 24.1.2011 and 9-10th March, 2011 at Haryana State
Pollution Control Board, Panchkula and recommended the proposal for
environmental clearance after examining the details sent by the project
proponent by imposing specific and general conditions and awarded “Gold” grading
to the project. During discussions, the Committee observed that EIA presented
is very generic in nature and asked the project proponent to convert into ToR
format as below.
(i) Submit a copy of the approved Sector Plan.
Superimpose the site on the sector plan
showing the approach roads.
(ii) A site plan showing the project site and
its surroundings with physical features and topographical details, such as land
use, contours and drainage pattern, along with photographs of the site from all
four sides, should be included in the background information.
(iii)
If the site is low
lying and will require earth, examine the quantity required and identify the
area from where the earth will be borrowed and whether any permission will be
needed.
(iv) Examine in detail the proposed site with
reference to impact on infrastructure covering water supply, storm water
drainage, sewerage, power, etc., and the disposal of treated/raw wastes from
the complex on land/water body and into sewerage system.
(v) List the kind of activities that are
proposed or likely to come up in the proposed complex.
(vi) The
information with respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations
applicable to the project has not been provided in the application Form.
Revised Form addressing the above including their compliance shall be
submitted.
(vii)
Proposal indicates 389 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water requirement (including
water requirement during construction phase) incorporating water
efficiency/savings measures as well as water reuse/recycling within 3 months to
the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before the start of construction.
(viii)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(ix) Carry out
hydro-geological investigations and seek permission from Central Ground Water
Authority for withdrawal of ground water.
(x) Consider soil characteristics and
permeability for rainwater harvesting proposals, which should be made with due
safeguards for ground water quality. Maximise recycling of water and utilisation
of rainwater.
(xi) Make provision for guard
pond and other provisions for safety against failure in the operation of
wastewater treatment facilities.
Identify acceptable outfall for treated effluent.
(xii)
Noise mitigation plan should be described. Also make provision of green belt as a
measure for mitigation of dust and noise and buffer between habitation and
proposed complex.
(xiii)
Examine existing education and other health facilities, police and
other services and include adequate provisions in the proposal.
(xiv)
Study the existing flora and fauna of the area and the impact of
the project on them.
(xv)
Landscape plan, green belts and open spaces may be described.
(xvi)
Assess soil erosion in view of the soil characteristics,
topography and rainfall pattern.
(xvii) Application of
renewable energy/alternate energy, such as solar and wind energy may be
described including solar water heating in the guidelines for entrepreneurs.
(xviii) Consider solid
wastes, including hospital waste and e- waste in addition to other solid wastes
and their disposal.
(xix)
Identification of recyclable wastes and waste utilisation
arrangements may be made.
(xx)
Explore possibility of generating biogas from biodegradable
wastes.
(xxi)
Arrangements for hazardous waste management may be described as
also the common facilities for waste collection, treatment, recycling and
disposal of all effluent, emission and refuse including MSW, biomedical and
hazardous wastes.
(xxii) Provisions made for
safety in storage of materials, products and wastes may be described.
(xxiii) Disaster management
plan should be prepared.
(xxiv) Traffic management
plan including parking and loading/ unloading areas may be described. Traffic survey should be carried out both on
weekdays and weekend.
(xxv) Provide service
road for entry and exit to project site.
(xxvi) Use of local
building materials should be described.
(xxvii) Consider DG Fuel
Gas emissions to be treated in a scrubber.
(xxviii) Provide for conservation of
resources, energy efficiency and use of renewable sources of energy in the
light of ECBC code /BEE guidelines for energy efficiency
(xxix)
Examine separately the details for construction and operation
phases both for Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring
Plan.
(i)
The EIA document shall be
printed on both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of
accreditation of the EIA consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically
mentioned. The consultant shall certify that his accreditation is for the
sector for which this EIA is prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of
EIA/EMP reports, the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their
complete details including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The
consultant while submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the
effect that the prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and
additional TOR given by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data
submitted is factually correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009).
(iv)
While submitting the
EIA/EMP reports, the name of the experts associated with/involved in the
preparation of these reports and the laboratories through which the samples
have been got analysed should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be
indicated whether these laboratories are approved under the Environment
(Protection) Act, 1986 and the rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office
memorandum dated 4th August, 2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall
also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as
presented before the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should
be prepared as per the above TOR and submitted to the Ministry in the
prescribed form as per EIA Notification dated 14th September 2006.
3.9 Environmental
Clearance for the proposed plotted colony at Sector-73, Village Begumpur
Khotala, District Gurgaon, Haryana by M/S DLF New Gurgaon Homes Developers Pvt.
Ltd. [F.No. 344/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III]
This case pertains to construction of a plotted colony project at Sector – 73 at Village Begampur Khatola, Gurgaon, Haryana. The total project area is 4,06,733.3 Sqm. (
100.506 acres). The total built up area of the project is 3,85,585.29 Sq.m. The
proposed project will have 638 plots. The total water requirement is 1171
KLD(fresh water requirement is 1261 KLD). The capacity of STP is about 1200
KLD. Treated sewage water will be used for flushing/horticulture/DG & HVAC
cooling, water body with fountains–908 KLD. The total power requirement is 12.5
MW. Total solid waste generation will be 5118 Kg/day. The total parking spaces
proposed are 689 ECS. The total cost of the project is about Rs. 420.219
Crores.
The proposal was considered by the
State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) for New Construction Projects in its
meeting held on 12.1.2011 and 26.2.2011
& 16.3.2011 by SEIAA at Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Panchkula
and recommended the proposal for environmental clearance after examining the
details sent by the project proponent by imposing specific and general
conditions and awarded “Gold” grading
to the project.
During discussions it was informed
that the proposed project is only for plotted development on an area of
40.66hec. The plots should be sold to individuals buyers. Construction on
individual plots shall be done by the respective plot owners. The commercial
complex is not being developed at this stage, only the infrastructure shall be
developed. The total built up area will be less then 20,000 sq m and site area
less the 50 hec and does not attract the provisions of EIA Notification
2006.and requested to withdraw the proposal.
The Committee permitted to
withdraw the proposal.
3.10 Environmental
Clearance of proposed Group Housing at village Badshahpurm Sector-66, Gurgaon,
Haryana by M/s. Golden Glow Estates Pvt. Ltd. [F.No. 405/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III]
The project involves
construction proposed Group Housing on a plot area of 84,326.0285 Sq. m
(20.8375 acres). The total built up area is 2, 17,111.476 Sq. m. (The project
will have 12 towers (Basement + ground + 35 floors). The total water
requirement proposed is 644 KLD (fresh water requirement - 396 KLD). The
capacity of STP is about 484 KLD. Treated water will be used for
flushing/horticulture/DG cooling/ Recreational purposes &road washing&
irrigation of agricultural land – 364 KLD. The total power requirement is 11,985
KVA. Total solid waste generation will be 4287.5 kg/day. The total parking
spaces for group housing proposed are 1696 ECS. The total cost of the project
is about Rs. 125 Crores.
The
proposal was considered by the State Expert Appraisal Committee for New
Construction Projects in its meetings held on 5.4.2011 Haryana
State Pollution Control Board, Panchkula and recommended the proposal for environmental clearance
after examining the details sent by the project proponent by imposing specific and
general conditions and awarded “Gold” grading to the project.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved Sector
Plan. Superimpose the site on the sector plan showing the approach roads.
(ii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iv)
There are
lot of mismatching in the data/ information in the application and EIA report,
which needs to be reviewed and resubmitted.
(v)
Examine and submit the
details of the impact on traffic due to the project during construction and
operation phases.
(vi)
Examine and submit the details of water bodies
including the seasonal ones- ponds, lakes, low lying areas within the corridor
of impacts along with their status, volumetric capacity, and quality likely
impacts on them due to the project.
(vii)
Submit the
contour map along with details of drainage pattern.
(viii)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(ix)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the apartments shall be ensured even after
sale.
(x)
Proposal indicates 396 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(xi)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(xii) Submit the details of the Solid Waste Management
including the consent of the HUDA for taking the wastes.
(xiii) The sources of water need to be
include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case of an agency or supplier
also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if required has to specify
quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted, quality of water with
particular use specified and time period commitment to supply or for making
water available to developer.
(xiv) In view of the water/energy
scarcity the developer need to submit details of design and planning of project
with along with energy and resource efficiency (including water efficiency) to
reduce footprint of the project. Details on building material used from
embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
Consideration
of New Proposals, Contd…
4.12
Finalization of TOR for the proposed construction of offshore breakwater in
Paradip port Orissa by M/s Paradip Port Trust. (F. No 11-51/2011-IA-III)
As
presented by the project proponent, the proposal is for construction of
offshore breakwater in Paradip port Orissa .The Port Paradip, governed
by Paradip Port Trust (PPT) is one of the 12 major ports in India and located
at 20° 16’ N and 86°41’E on the east coast of India and strategically located
between Kolkata and Visakhapatnam. The Port of Paradip is considered as a
modernized bulk port terminal in India with mechanized coal and iron handlings.
It has been growing at more than 10% over the last four years. At present the
Paradip Port is capable of handling Panamax vessels and depth of the approach
channel is -12.9m CD.
Existing
facilities: The harbour basin is protected by two breakwaters, viz. south
breakwater which is approximately 1217 m long and the north breakwater which is
approximately 538 m long. The approach channel, which is approximately 2,020 m
long and 190 m wide, is dredged to a depth of -17.1m CD. The entrance channel
is 500 m long and 160 m wide and -17.1m CD deep. The port has one turning
circle with a diameter of 520 m. The existing berth facilities at Paradip port
are situated in the east and central Docks. The eastern dock has the three
general cargo berths, including one iron Ore and two coal berths. The central
dock has three multipurpose berths including two fertiliser berths along with
one multi purpose berth.
Proposed
Expansion: In order to expand the marine facilities to cater for larger vessels
up to 185,000 DWT, PPT intends to construct an offshore breakwater, which would
provide the desired wave tranquility in the approach channel and harbour basin
for safe navigation. The offshore breakwater would also protect the sand trap
areas so that effective maintenance dredging of the sand trap areas can be
carried out by the port. In addition to the offshore breakwater, PPT also
intends to upgrade the approach channel and turning circle to cater to 125,000
DWT vessels initially and 185,000 DWT vessels at later stage.
The
location, orientation and length of the offshore breakwater has been
established by CWPRS, PUNE, who has carried out detailed numerical model
studies. The proposed breakwater is oriented in the east/west direction and is
approximately 1600m long. The water depth along the offshore breakwater varies
between -10.7m CD at the western end to about -12.8m CD at the eastern end.
The
ongoing expansion works also include a 100m extension of the South breakwater,
which is expected to provide the necessary stopping distance to vessels of
sizes up to 125,000 DWT and the dredging of a larger turning circle. The
deepening of the approach channel will be undertaken in 2 phases. In the first
phase the channel will be deepened to -19.6m CD, while the second phase of
deepening up to -20.1m CD is likely to be undertaken along with the
construction of the offshore breakwater.
The
breakwaters shall be designed as rubble mound structures that as a minimum
conform to stability and settlement requirements. In the present design by
COWI, the offshore breakwater is designed as a rubble mound structure with
Accropode TM armour on both the sea and lee side of breakwater. The recommended
sizes of the Accropode units are 16 m3 for the trunk section and 18 m3 for the
head section. The underlayer, toe protection and core of the offshore
breakwater will be constructed of quarry rock.
The
estimated cost of the offshore breakwater based on the preliminary design is
approximately INR 392 Core. The total dredging cost for the deepening of the
approach channel to cater 185,000 DWT vessels from the present depth of -17.1m
CD to -20.1m CD is as INR 251 Crore. The cost of the Navigational aids for
approach channel and offshore breakwater is approximately INR 2 Core.
During the discussions,
the Committee finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i) Appropriate study
on transformation of wave pattern and its effect on shore line stability and coastal equilibrium
arising out of construction of offshore breakwater needs to be made.
ii)
Extent of fishery
activity if any getting affected shall be studied
iii) How the offshore breakwater is going to be maintained shall also form part of the proposal.
(ii) Shall carryout Cumulative EIA due the existing
activities and the proposed one and update the EMP.
(iii)
The Company
shall enhance the allocation for the CSR activities from 2. 5 to 5 % of the
total cost and item-wise details along with time bound action plan shall
be prepared and submitted to the Ministry’s Regional Office at Bangalore.
Implementation of such program shall be ensured accordingly in a time bound
manner.
(iv)
Submit the details of
dredging, method, quantity, quality of dredge material and method of disposal.
(v)
Submit the recommendation of the SCZMA on the expansion proposal.
(vi)
Superimpose the layout showing the proposed facilities on the HTL/LTL
map of 1: 4000 scale prepared by an authorised agency.
(vii) Submit details of Disaster Management Plan
including emergency evacuation during natural and man-made disaster like floods,
cyclone, tsunami and earth quakes etc.
(viii) Public hearing to be
conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment
Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should be addressed in
the Environmental Management Plan.
(ix)
A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above
additional TOR and should be submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
(x)
The need for construction of ‘work harbor), construction, maintenance
and eventual disposal after the construction of the offshore breakwater and the
associated environmental issues needs to be studied
(i)
The EIA document shall be
printed on both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of
accreditation of the EIA consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically
mentioned. The consultant shall certify that his accreditation is for the
sector for which this EIA is prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of
EIA/EMP reports, the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their
complete details including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The
consultant while submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the
effect that the prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and
additional TOR given by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data
submitted is factually correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009).
(iv)
While submitting the
EIA/EMP reports, the name of the experts associated with/involved in the
preparation of these reports and the laboratories through which the samples
have been got analysed should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be
indicated whether these laboratories are approved under the Environment
(Protection) Act, 1986 and the rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office
memorandum dated 4th August, 2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall
also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as
presented before the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should
be prepared as per the above TOR and submitted to the Ministry in the
prescribed form as per EIA Notification dated 14th September 2006.
4.13 CRZ clearance for the Seawater intake &
outfall system and Rail line for coal transportation at Palavalasa,
Visakhapattinam by M/s Hinduja National Power Corporation Ltd (F. No
11-58/2011-IA-III)
As
presented by the project proponent, the proposal is for construction of
Seawater intake & outfall system and Rail line for coal transportation at
Palavalasa, Visakhapattinam. HNPCL is in
process of developing a coal based 1040 MW (2 x 520 MW) Thermal Power Plant at
Palavalasa village district Visakhapatnam in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The
site is located near existing Simhadri Thermal Power Project of NTPC towards
South-East adjacent to sea. The proposed structures for which CRZ clearance has
been requested are:
1. Sea Water Intake-Outfall System
Open Cycle
(Once Through) cooling system has been envisaged for the power plant as
mentioned in the Environmental Clearance given by MoEF given to the Project.
The Company had appointed IIT Madras & Indomer Coastal Hydraulics Ltd to
carry out a detailed geo-technical study to design the intake and outfall
system. The final design recommended by IIT/ Madras has already been approved
by Director of Ports (Andhra Pradesh), Kakinada. An intake structure with a
length of approx 900 m is envisaged. It shall consist of Off- Shore Intake Well
of 22 m dia with Pump House. The pump house shall be constructed by well
sinking method and shall house adequate number of pumps to withdraw 1,80,000 m3/hr
of sea water. The water shall be abstracted from a suitable depth, and then
pumped through pipes of 3600 mm dia that shall run over Jetty in the offshore
stretch and Sub-terrain in the onshore stretch. A double-storey Switchgear and
Electro-chlorination building of dimensions 30m x 20m x 5m (each floor) is
proposed between 200m and 500m line from HTL. Two storage tanks of 8m diameter
and 7 m height each are also proposed outside the building with closed barbed
wire fencing. From the Seal pit, the discharge pipelines (3600 mm dia) shall
run Sub-terrain in the onshore stretch and on Jetty for offshore stretch. The
water shall be discharged into the sea through multi-port diffusers. Approach
Roads of width 5.5m from HTL to Plant boundary shall be constructed for
vehicular movement required for maintenance of intake and outfall pipes.
2. Rail Corridor for Coal
Transportation
HNPCL proposes
to build a 23 km long captive railway siding, taking off from Jaggyapalam
(Duwaada station) for transportation of coal to the plant site. RITES Ltd (a
Govt. of India Enterprise) has done a detailed survey for the proposed Rail
Corridor and finalized the alignment for the Rail line. A part of
this Rail line passes through the CRZ (mud-flat) area. Four (4) number
bridges/culverts have been planned in this portion of the siding, to permit
free flow of water underneath the siding. As per the study carried out on
Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity by experts, the mudflat area is not
bio-active.
During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
The NIO has demarcated CRZ areas of the site including 150 m and 500 m
from HTL and also mud flats. Detailed information of the area as per the
approved CZMP is required. The project proponent shall superimpose the project
layout on approved CZMP on 1:4000 scale and submit.
(ii)
There are complaints alleging that the project is proposed in mud
flats/ CRZ area. A sub- Committee comprising Dr. Apurba Gupta, Dr Basavarju, G
Bala subramanyam members of EAC, Director, Regional Office, MoEF Bangaluru and
Member Secretary, Andhra Pradesh Coastal Zone Management Authority to visit the
site and submit a report.
(iii)
Explore possibilities of having one pile supported jetty for both
intake and marine outfall pipe and thereafter the outfall pipe shall be buried
below seabed to the required depth dictated, among others, by geotechnical
considerations. In general, possible optimisation of the facilities needs to be
investigated in totality to avoid piecemeal installation causing disturbance to
the marine environment.
(iv)
Adverse impact to marine environment arising out of industrial
discharges if any in the close proximity of the proposed development shall be
studied.
(v)
Project involves huge quantity of water intake to the extent of 180000
cum-hydraulic issues connected with such proposal in terms of forced vortex,
currents, impact on marine life etc needs to be studied.
(vi)
The Project Proponent shall submit the reasons for applying CRZ
clearance, now, when the EC to this project was issued in the year 1996.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the committee deferred the proposal. The
proposal shall be reconsidered after the above observations are addressed and
submitted.
4.14 Finalization of TOR for construction of New International
Arrival Block at Calicut Airport by M/s KITCO Ltd. (F. No. 10-72/2011-IA-III)
As presented by the project proponent
the project involves construction of New International Arrival Block at Calicut
Airport. The proposed site for the construction of New International Arrival
Block is limited to the existing Airport Campus belonging to AAI land and no
new land acquisition is proposed. Further the proposed building will be
adjacent to the existing terminal building. There is no an expansion/ modification
proposed in the runway or area related to the Aircraft movement. The total plot
area is 152.90 ha. proposed building will have the area of 16,809 sq.mtr with
13.9 mtr height. The proposed passenger capacity is 1500 and proposed flight
operation per day is 30 arrivals and 30 departures. The estimated water
requirement will be 37.80 KLD/per day and waste water generation will be 34.02
KLD. The waste water will be treated and about 30.70 KLD recycled.
There is a complaint from “Friends of
Nature” stating that area faces water scarcity, land-slides, floods, and
earthquake, performance in waste disposal is poor and destruction of hills by
soil caused heavy damage to the biodiversity. No steps for Rainwater
harvesting. The proponent clarified the above issues.
During the discussions, the Committee
finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i)
The Proponent shall submit the
details on the issues raised in the complaint.
(ii)
Submit the compliance to the
conditions of EC, Consent orders along with valid consent orders.
(iii)
The
air quality monitoring should be carried out as per the new notification issued
on 16th November, 2009.
(iv)
Examine
baseline environmental quality along with projected incremental load due to the
proposed project/activities.
(v)
Examine
and submit details of levels, quantity required for filling, source of filling
material and transportation details etc. Submit details of a comprehensive Risk
Assessment and Disaster Management Plan including emergency evacuation during
natural and man-made disaster integrating with existing airport.
(vi)
Examine separately the
details for construction and operation phases both for Environmental Management
Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan with cost and parameters.
(vii) Examine road/rail connectivity
to the project site and impact on the traffic due to the proposed
project/activities. A detailed traffic and transportation study should be made
for existing and projected passenger and cargo traffic.
(viii) Examine the details of
afforestation measures indicating land and financial outlay. Landscape plan, green belts and open spaces may be described. A thick green belt should be
planned all around the nearest settlement to mitigate noise and vibrations. The
identification of species/ plants should be made based on the botanical
studies.
(ix)
Examine
and submit the details of Noise modeling studies and mitigative measures.
(x)
Submit the details of validation of the modeling i.e. comparison
of monitored value with predicted value.
(xi)
Examine
the details of water requirement, use of treated waste water and prepare a
water balance chart. Source of water
vis-à-vis waste water to be generated along with treatment facilities to be
proposed.
(xii) Rain water harvesting proposals
should be made with due safeguards for ground water quality. Maximize recycling
of water and utilization of rain water.
(xiii) Examine details of Solid waste
generation treatment and its disposal.
(xiv)
Identify, predict and
assess the environmental and sociological impacts on account of the
project/activities.
(xv) Submit details of corporate
social responsibilities (CSR).
(xvi) The
EIA guidance manual of MoEF for the air ports shall be considered while
preparing the EIA report
Proponent requested exemption of Public
hearing, since the proposed activities are within the airport premises and no
land acquisition is involved. They further informed that the proposal is only
for construction of International Arrival Block building and there is no
expansion or modifications proposed in the runway or area related to aircraft
movement. Further Ministry issued a
environmental clearance vide letter No.10-12/2005-IA.III dated 22nd
July, 2005 after a public hearing was conducted by the District Collector
through Kerala State Pollution Control Board on 28th January, 2005. The
proposed Block will have total built up area 16,809 sq.mtrs. only which is less
than 20,000 sq.mtrs.
The
Committee felt that since there is no Public Hearing conducted under EIA,
Notification 2006, as per OM dated 14.09.,2009 Public hearing should be
conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment
Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should be addressed in
the Environmental Management Plan.
A detailed
draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and
should be submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
4.15 Finalization of TOR for construction of a
Temporary Role on/ Roll off Jetty within Thiruchopuram, Port limits, Tamil Nadu
by M/s Nagarjuna Oil Corporation Ltd.
[F. No.11-55/2011-IA-III]
As
presented by the project proponent, the proposal is for construction of a
Temporary Role on/ Roll off Jetty within Thiruchopuram, Port limits, Tamil
Nadu. M/s. Nagarjuna Oil Corporation
Limited is in the process of constructing a 6MMTPA oil refinery at
Thiruchopuram village in the Cuddalore district, Tamilnadu. The project has
achieved considerable progress till date. For completing and commissioning the
refinery, NOCL requires to move some over dimensional machinery consignments
(ODC) which cannot be brought to the project site by using the road or railway
route due to large dimensions of the ODC’s and limitations of the road / rail
route. Hence it is proposed to construct a temporary Roll on/Roll off jetty
facility at Thiruchopuram village near Cuddalore in order to bring the ODC’s to
project site. The Roll-on Roll-Off berthing facility requirement is temporary
in nature to enable the unloading of the project related ODC’s. The dimensions
of the temporary facility will be 68 meters broad X 120 meters long with
temporary protection at the basin mouth by use of Palm trunk Pilings. Also
capital dredging followed by maintenance dredging will be required for
achieving requisite depth and receiving barges into the Ro-Ro jetty. The Ro-Ro
basin will be dredged upto -2.0m below Chart datum. Initially, the open
excavation upto -1m CD will be done by excavators covering a land area of 62.0m
X 63.5 m and a part of area inside the sea upto -1m. Subsequently a cutter
suction dredger will be deployed and dredging will be commenced to achieve
depths from -1.m CD to -2m CD. The dredger will have a pumping capacity of 500
Cu.m per hour.
The
facility will remain in position for about 12 months to enable unloading of all
equipments necessary for constructing the NOCL refinery. The facility will
thereafter be dismantled, the site cleared off all materials and restored to
its original condition, once all the project consignments have been unloaded
using the facility.
The Committee noted that the
construction of Jetty facility proposed is for handling of about 1 million Tonnes of machineries
for their refinery plant. It is
for temporary use and for one year period only, the committee considered the
proposal for CRZ clearance instead of finalisation of ToR.
During the discussions, the following points emerged:
(i)
Recommendations of the
SCZMA shall be obtained and submitted to the Ministry.
(ii)
Proponent shall submit
an undertaking to the effect that the facility will be only for the transport
of machineries for the proposed Refinery and will be put in operation for
maximum of one year.
(iii)
There shall be a rapid
EIA and EMP for construction, operation phases and after dismantle/ removal of
the facility and shall be submitted to the Ministry prior to the commencement.
Provided the response of the project proponent to the
aforesaid observations is to the satisfaction of the committee, the proposal
may be considered for recommendation for Clearance.
4.16 Finalisation of ToR for development of
Multiproduct SEZ and Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ) at Layja Mota, Kutch
District, Gujarat by M/s Sea Land Ports ltd [F.No. 21-68/2011-IA-III]
As presented by project proponent the
proposal is for the development of a Multi-Product Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
and a Free Trade and Warehousing Zone (FTWZ) at Layja Mota Village in Mandvi
Taluka, Kutch District, Gujarat. Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services
Limited (IL&FS) and Allcargo Global Logistics Limited (AGL) are promoters
of proposed SEZ and FTWZ. The Industries Commissionerate, Gujarat issued a
bonafide certificate in May, 2010 for use of land for industrial purpose. SPPL
and ALPL have been granted In-Principal approval in June, 2010 by the SEZ Board
of Approval (BoA) for development of SEZ and FTWZ.
The total area of the proposed SEZ and
FTWZ is 3,449 acres. Of this, 3,165 acres (92%) is proposed to be developed as
the SEZ Processing Area which shall accommodate industrial units, common
amenities and utilities. The rest of the 284 acres (8%) is proposed to be
developed as the SEZ Non-Processing area which shall accommodate housing and
allied social infrastructures. Land acquisition for 2890 acres is complete and
for remaining 559 acres is in progress. The selected site is mostly barren and
devoid of any settlements.
The potential sectors identified for
investment in the proposed SEZ & FTWZ are Power Generation and Desalination
plant, Logistics, Focus Engineering goods, Textiles, Basic Chemicals, Allied
Chemicals, Polymer products, Shipping ancillary and Naval offsets, Handicrafts,
Pharmaceuticals and Medicinal products and Non metallic mineral products.
Estimated seawater requirement for
industrial cooling is around 830 MLD (Million Liters Per Day) will be sourced
from Arabian Sea and fresh water requirement is estimated as 54 MLD which will
be sourced from proposed 60 MLD desalination plant within the SEZ. The
estimated total power requirement for the SEZ and including auxiliary power
requirement of proposed power plants is 460 MW (excluding the power plants is
150 MW.) The required power will be sourced from proposed power plants in the
SEZ. The total industrial wastewater estimated to be generated from the SEZ
processing area is 13.5 MLD. Two, Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETP) are
proposed to treat the wastewater. An exclusive zero discharge CETP of 2 MLD
capacity is proposed within the Engineering sector zone and another CETP of
11.5 MLD capacity is proposed to treat the effluent from the other industrial
units of the SEZ and FTWZ. The treated effluents shall meet marine discharge
standards and shall be disposed into the Arabian Sea through a marine outfall
facility. Return cooling water from power plants and reject brine from
desalination plant of about 522 MLD shall be disposed into the Sea through a
marine outfall facility. The sewage generated from the SEZ non – processing
area is estimated to be 13.0 MLD and will be treated in the STP. The hazardous
waste which will be generated during the operation of SEZ shall be collected
and transported to the nearby TSDF located in Bhachau ( ~120 km north east of
the SEZ).
A dedicated utility corridor, about
10.5 km long (120 m wide) is planned from SEZ boundary to nearby proposed
shipyard / jetties site at NanaLayja coast. The utility corridor would comprise
Coal conveyors, LNG Pipeline, Power evacuation tower, intake/outfall pipelines,
wastewater conveyance pipelines and road. Access roads from the site to NH-8A
(~ 1km from Site) are proposed and a rail link from the FTWZ in the SEZ to the
Western Railway line (broad gauge) at Bhuj is proposed.
National Institute of Oceanography
(NIO) was engaged for demarcation of HTL, LTL and CRZ area. As per the NIO
report, SEZ site is located at about eight (8) kilometer (km) from the HTL of
open sea and six (6) km away from tidal influenced (CRZ) area of river Kharod.
The project development area does not
fall or contain any environmentally sensitive areas as specified in CRZ
Notification and that the project area meets the regulations of CRZ
notification, 2011. The proposed fuel transportation system and wastewater
conveyance system are permissible activity as per the CRZ notification.
Now the proposal is submitted to EAC (CRZ,
Infrastructure & Miscellaneous Projects and New Construction and Industrial
Estates Projects) for finalization of TOR for the development of the proposed
multi-product SEZ & Free Trade Warehousing Zone
During the discussions, the Committee
finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i)
Submit the details of
anticipated impact due to the growth scenario/induced developments because of
the green field Project.
(ii)
The site layout is
fragmented; the design and construction of roads, pipeline for water supply,
sewage collection etc. may not be viable. Explore the possibilities to acquire
the in between pockets to have more regular area.
(iii)
The project requires
seawater intake, outfall, coal conveyor/ gas pipeline corridor, power
evacuation and a port project, which need to be integrated.
(iv)
Examine the possibility of improving the
contiguity of proposed land for optimization of internal connectivity utilities
such as piping network etc., by seeking possible adjacent government land by
approaching the respective authorities.
(v)
Committee noted that as the collection
of wastewaters for CETPs is through piping network, therefore to avoid
long-term O&M issues, suggested to locate them such that piping network is
optimized.
(vi)
Committee observed that a dedicated
corridor for transport of fuel, water pipelines and transmission lines is
envisaged for the SEZ. Submit details
about the land acquired for the purpose and the route, which will have least
social & environmental impacts. The
committee suggested to ensure covered coal conveyer belts.
(vii)
The Committee noted that a shipyard
and cargo jetties are also being proposed by the project proponent near Nana
Layja coast and a MoU is entered in this regard with Gujarat Maritime
Board. The Committee suggested to file
separate application /Form 1, for awarding ToR by the same Committee.
(viii)
Committee noted that Sea water will be
availed to meet entire water demand of the developmental project and re-use of
the treated waters are planned. Accordingly intake/outfall suitability studies
will be undertaken in the EIA studies.
(ix)
Master Plan should clearly demarcate
wastewater conveyance lines, internal & approach roads, green cover, and a
separate drainage map will be incorporated in the EIA report.
(x)
Submit complete details regarding
water supply, storm water drainage, effluent collection and disposal, solid/hazardous
waste management etc.
(xi)
Submit proposed base line studies
plan, impact analysis, proposed coverage of mitigation measures and EIA
reporting structure.
General Guidelines
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A
detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above additional
TOR and should be submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further
clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts
due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the
model ToR available on Ministry website.
4.17 Finalization of TOR for improvement work of
State Highway (SH-5 & SH-10) Project in Jharkhand namely Improvement and
Up-gradation of Kandra – Chowka and Rangamati – Tikar – Banta – Hazam – Silli
Road in the State of Jharkhand by M/s Jharkhand Accelerated Road Development
Company Limited. (File No.10-61/2011-IA III)
The
Committee noted that the proposal is for widening of SH and it is not in hilly
terrain/ eco sensitive area etc. hence it does not attract the provisions of
EIA Notification, 2006 as amended in 2009.
4.18 Finalization of TOR for Improvements to
Wagdhari –Ribbanpalli Road (SH-10) on BOT Basis by M/s Karnataka Road
Development Corporation Ltd. (F. No. 10-73/2011-IA-III).
The
Committee decided to defer the project, since the project proponent did not
attend the meeting.
4.19 Environmental Clearance for widening and
improvement of existing 2-lane to 4/6 laning of NH-28A from Piprakoti to Raxaul
and design of new 4-lane Access road to ICP Raxaul in Bihar by M/s NHAI [
F.No.10-22/2010-IA.III]
The
project road starts from Piprakothi (km 0/600) and ends at Raxaul (km 62/270)
and 7.33km link Road to ICP, Raxaul with a total length of 69.0 km. The entire
project road falls in East Champaran district of Bihar State. The project will
enable free flow of goods and traffic across Indo-nepal Boarder. The existing Right of Way varies from 25m to
60m. Proposed Row is 60m. Approximately
116 ha of land have to be acquired due to the proposed project. Agricultural- 116 ha, Barren- Nil and Built
up-Nil. There are 8 major bridges, 26 minor bridges and 73 culverts in the
project area. Nine (9) underpasses have been proposed for
pedestrian/Cattle/vehicular crossings. Four (4) ROBs are proposed at km 18/163,
37/055, 53/650 on NH-28A and 4/240 on Link Road to ICP, Raxaul respectively.
The project road passes through following important villages namely Piprakothi, Chandsaraaiya, Madhuchapra,
Jeevdhara, Salempur, Bariyar, Jhakiya Semra, Chaprabahs, Chapwa, Chegraha,
Sugaon, Sugauli, Ramgarhwa, Amoli, Luxmipur, Kourihar and urban areas
(Motihari, Saguli and Raxaul). One number bypass proposed for Raxaul town as
link road to ICP which is under construction , and one number realignment is
proposed for Chhapwa village. The project area falls in Zones-V of the seismic
zoning map of India. About 9148 nos. of trees are in the corridor and only 2752 nos likely to be felled due to
the proposed project, against which about 18296 nos. of trees are likely to be
planted as per compensatory afforestation plan as per Govt. of Bihar Forest
Department norms. In addition to trees plantation shrubs will also be planted
at the median/island. Stretches with poor geometry have been proposed for
improvement. About 346 PAFs are going to
be affected due to the proposed project. The entitled persons will be
compensated and assisted as per the NH Act 1956.
The
capital cost of the project is Rs. 349.888 Crores. The budget for environmental
management works during construction and operation phases come out to be Rs
5.70 crore excluding civil cost. The total cost for land acquisition and
structures is approximately Rs. 11.60 crore.
The project was considered by the EAC in its
meeting held on 28th -29th June, 2010 and finalized ToR
including conduct of public Hearing. The Public Hearing was conducted on 18th
February, 2011 at East Champaram District.
The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee. During the discussion, the following points emerged:
(i)
The project indicates cutting of 2752 trees for the
widening of the road. Necessary prior permission shall be obtained for cutting
of trees from the competent authority. Compensatory afforestation shall be
carried out as per stipulated conditions of MoEF and State Forest Division.
(ii)
Rain water
harvesting including oil and grease trap shall be provided. Water harvesting
structures shall be located at every 500 mts along the road. Vertical drain
type rainwater harvesting structures shall be set up to minimize surface runoff
losses of rainwater.
(iii)
R&R shall be as per the guidelines of
State/Central Government.
(iv)
IRC guidelines shall be followed for widening &
up-gradation of road.
(v)
The responses/commitments made during public
hearing shall be complied with letter and spirit.
(vi)
All the recommendation of the EMP shall be complied
with letter and spirit. All the mitigation measures submitted in the EIA report
shall be prepared in a matrix format and the compliance for each mitigation
plan shall be submitted to MoEF along with half yearly compliance report to
MoEF-RO.
The
Committee recommends the proposal for Environmental Clearance with the above
condition in the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the project
proponent.
4.20 Finalization of TOR for construction of 8-lane
Delhi-Meerut Expressway under NHDP Phase-VI (rehabilitation and up gradation of
existing carriageway to 6/8 lane expressway of NH-24 from Km 8.00 to Km 49.00
and NH-58 from Km 8.00 to 52.250 including 46 Km new construction by M/s NHAI.
(F.No.10-74/2011-IA-III).
The
proposed project is part of NHDP Phase IV and has total length of 150.600 km.
The project originally consisted of development of Expressway between Delhi and
Meerut on existing alignment of NH 24 from Nizamuddin Bridge (km 0.000) to
Dasna (km 28.000) and new Greenfield alignment from Dasna (km 28.000 on NH 24)
to NH 235 (at km 8.800 of NH 235 near Meerut City). The total length of
Greenfield alignment will be 36.300 km. The project was modified at later stage
to include 6-laning of Dasna (km 28.000) – Hapur Bypass section (km 50.000)
(Length 22 kms) of NH-24, 6-laning of Delhi Border (6.800 kms) to Meerut Bypass
(52.528 kms) section of NH-58, Connectivity between DME and NH-58 through a
spur (starting from km 50.950 on DME near village Jainuddinpur to km 52.250 of NH-58 near Meerut Bypass),
4-lane link road from Jurranpur Railway Level Crossing to DME near its junction
with NH-235; and 6-laning of NH-235 from its junction with DME to Children Park
(km 1.550) and pavement improvement of section between Children Park (km 1.550)
to Zero Point (km 0.000) for dispersal of traffic in Meerut City
The
project road passes through plain terrain. The land use pattern of the project
area is mostly built up and agricultural. The exiting ROW of NH 24 (km 0.000 to
28.000) is between 90-100 m and NH 24 (km 28.000 to 50.000) is between 35-45 m,
NH 58 (km 6.800 to 52.528) is between 36-60 m, NH 235 (km 8.800 to 0.000) is
between 17-35 m and of stretch between Jurranpur Level Crossing and NH 235 (km
8.800) is between 17-35 m. The proposed ROW of DME along NH 24 (km 0.000 to
28.000) will be 90 m. The new alignment of DME in Greenfield (km 28.000 on NH
24 to km 8.800 on NH 235) will be 90 m. The ROW of proposed link between DME
and NH 58 will be 35 m. The ROW for NH 58, NH 24 (km 28.000 to km 58.000), NH
235 (km 8.800 to 0.000) and for stretch between Jurranpur Level Crossing and NH
235 (km 8.800) will be kept same.
Approximately
10675 roadside trees are likely
to be affected. Okhla Bird Sanctury is
at a distance of 4 km from project road. The project road passes through
forest areas. The total forest land to be acquired is approximately 9.3 ha. Total 3743 nos. of structures may get affected, due to the proposed
development. There are 5 existing major bridges. The existing bridges will be
widened or additional parallel bridges will be constructed to match the road
configuration. Also, 2 new major bridges will also be constructed. There are 14
existing minor bridges. The existing bridges will be widened or additional parallel
bridges will be constructed to match the road configuration. Also, 5 new minor
bridges will also be constructed Two new ROBs are proposed. The existing 3 ROBs
will be widened to match the road configuration. There are 4 flyovers existing
on the project roads, which will be widened according to road profile. Also, 47
new flyovers/elevated structures are proposed on project roads. Total 16
vehicular underpasses (5 existing and 11 new) and 36 pedestrian underpasses (1
existing and 35 new) are proposed along the project roads. The existing
VUPs/PUPs will be widened. Total 97 culverts (79 existing and 18 new) are
proposed along the project roads. The existing culverts will be widened or
reconstructed. Total 9 entry and 9 exit points are proposed on DME. The
expressway is being designed as access controlled facility. Total five toll
plazas are proposed (3 for DME and 1 each for NH-58 and NH-24). Metal Crash
Barriers (Guard Rails)/ Concrete Crash Barriers have been provided all along
the expressway length. The design of the
crash barriers will be in conformity with the guide lines and type design of
the MoRT&H.
Approximately
500 Kl / day water will be required for construction and other purpose
including plantation and dust suppression. The water shall be taken from Upper
Ganga Canal. Necessary permissions will be taken from concerned authorities
prior to usage of water. Fly ash is available in abundance near the project
road. The nearest Thermal Power Plants are at Badarpur, Indraprastha and Dadri
(falling with in 100 km from the project road). The budget for environment
management plan during construction and operation phases works out to be
approximately Rs 11.0 crores. Approximately 434 ha of land will be acquired.
The total cost for Land Acquisition, Resettlement and Rehabilitation is
approximately Rs.493.0 crores. Total cost of the proposed project will be
approximately Rs. 4914.0 crores.
During
the discussions, the Committee finalized the following additional TOR for
further study:
(i)
Examine
the proposed link from NH-58 is right location or explore possibilities for an
alternative alignment
(ii)
Examine
and submit a brief description of the project, project name, nature, size, its
importance to the region/state and the country.
(iii)
The
proposal indicates the acquisition of 9.3
ha forest land. Necessary stage –I forestry clearance shall be obtained
as per OM dated 31.03.2011 and submitted along with final EIA report.
(iv)
Any
litigation(s) pending against the proposed project and/or any directions or
orders passed by any court of law/any statutory authority against the project
is to be detailed out.
(v)
Submit
detailed alignment plan, with details such as nature of terrain (plain,
rolling, hilly), land use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest area,
environmentally sensitive places, mangroves, notified industrial areas, sand
dunes, sea, river, lake, details of villages, teshils, districts and states,
latitude and longitude for important locations falling on the alignment by
employing remote sensing techniques followed by ground truthing and also
through secondary data sources.
(vi)
Describe
various alternatives/ alignments considered, procedures and criteria adopted
for selection of the final alternative/ alignments with reasons.
(vii)
Submit
Land use map of the study area to a scale of 1: 25,000 based on recent
satellite imagery delineating the crop lands (both single and double crop),
agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water bodies, built-up
areas, forest area and other surface features such as railway tracks, ports,
airports, roads, and major industries etc. and
submit a detailed ground surveyed map on 1:2000 scale showing the
existing features falling within the right of way namely trees, structures
including archeological & religious, monuments etc. if any.
(viii)
The
projects is located within 10km. of the sanctuary a map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife
Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the
recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden thereon should be furnished
at the stage of EC.
(ix)
Study regarding the Animal bypasses /
underpasses etc. across the habitation areas shall be carried out. Adequate cattle passes for the movement of
agriculture material shall be provided at the stretches passing through habitation
areas.
(x)
It is indicated that 10675 trees are
proposed to be cut, the information should be provided about their species and
whether it also involved any protected or endangered species. Necessary green
belt shall be provided on both side of the highway with proper central verge
and cost provision should be made for regular maintenance.
(xi)
If the proposed route is passing
through a city or town, with houses and human habitation on the either side of
the road, the necessity for provision of bypasses/diversions/under passes shall
be examined and submitted. The proposal should also indicate the location of
wayside amenities, which should include petrol station/service centre, rest
areas including public conveyance, etc.
(xii)
The proposed road passes through some old
and existing mango orchards and it is proposed to cut down partly. Examine the possibility to change the
alignment of the road to save the orchards.
(xiii)
Submit details about measures taken
for the pedestrian safety and construction of underpasses and foot-over bridges
along with flyovers and interchanges.
(xiv)
Assess
whether there is a possibility that the proposed project will adversely affect
road traffic in the surrounding areas (e.g. by causing increases in traffic
congestion and traffic accidents).
(xv)
Clearly indicate/provide details
regarding the location, date (along with site photographs with the
background of monitoring equipments and/or sample collection in process)
and protocol adopted for sampling and analysis of various environmental
parameters as a part of the baseline data collection.
(xvi)
Examine and submit the details of use
of fly ash in the road construction, if the project road is located within the
100 km from the Thermal Power Plant.
(xvii)
Examine
and submit the details of sand quarry, borrow area and rehabilitation.
(xviii) Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature,
relative humidity, rainfall, frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall); the
nearest IMD meteorological station from which climatological data have been
obtained to be indicated.
(xix)
The
air quality monitoring should be carried out as per the new notification issued
on 16th November, 2009.
(xx)
Identify
project activities during construction and operation phases, which will affect
the noise levels and the potential for increased noise resulting from this
project. Discuss the effect of noise levels on near by habitation during the
construction and operational phases of the proposed highway. Identify noise
reduction measures and traffic management strategies to be deployed for
reducing the negative impact if any.
Prediction of noise levels should be done by using mathematical
modelling at different representative locations.
(xxi)
Examine the impact during construction
activities due to generation of fugitive dust from crusher units, air emissions
from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation of materials and
prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate mathematical
model, description of model, input requirement and reference of derivation,
distribution of major pollutants and presentation in tabular form for easy
interpretation shall be carried out.
(xxii)
Also
examine and submit the details about the protection to existing habitations
from dust, noise, odour etc. during construction stage.
(xxiii) If the proposed route involves cutting of earth,
the details of area to be cut, depth of cut, locations, soil type, volume and
quantity of earth and other materials to be removed with location of disposal/
dump site along with necessary permission.
(xxiv) If the proposed route is passing through low lying
areas, details of fill materials and initial and final levels after filling
above MSL, should be examined and submit.
(xxv)
Examine
and submit the water bodies including the seasonal ones within the corridor of
impacts along with their status, volumetric capacity and quality likely impacts
on them due to the project.
(xxvi) Examine and submit details of water quantity
required and source of water including water requirement during the
construction stage with supporting data and also classification of ground water
based on the CGWA classification.
(xxvii) Examine and submit the details of measures taken
during constructions of bridges across river/canal/major or minor drains
keeping in view the flooding of the rivers and the life span of the existing
bridges. Provision of speed breakers,
safety signals, service lanes and foot paths should be examined at appropriate
locations through out the proposed road to avoid the accidents.
(xxviii) If there will be any change in the drainage
pattern after the proposed activity, details of changes shall be examined and
submitted.
(xxix)
Rain water harvesting pit should be at
least 3 - 5 m. above the highest ground water table. Provision shall be made
for oil and grease removal from surface runoff.
(xxx)
If
there is a possibility that the construction/widening of road will cause impact
such as destruction of forest, poaching, reductions in wetland areas, if so,
examine the impact and submit details.
(xxxi)
Submit the details of road safety,
signage, service roads, vehicular under passes, accident prone zone and the
mitigation measures.
(xxxii)
IRC guidelines shall be followed for
widening & up-gradation of road.
(xxxiii)
Submit details of social impact
assessment due to the proposed construction of road.
(xxxiv)
Examine road design standards, safety
equipment specifications and Management System training to ensure that design
details take account of safety concerns and submit the traffic management
plan.
(xxxv)
Accident data and geographic
distribution should be reviewed and analyzed to predict and identify trends –
incase of expansion of the existing highway and provide Post accident emergency
assistance and medical care to accident victims.
(xxxvi)
If the proposed project involves any
land reclamation, details to be provided for which activity land to reclaim and
the area of land to be reclaimed.
(xxxvii)
Details of the properties, houses,
businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by land acquisition and their
financial loses annually.
(xxxviii)Detailed
R&R plan with data on the existing socio-economic status of the population
in the study area and broad plan for resettlement of the displaced population,
site for the resettlement colony, alternative livelihood concerns/ employment
and rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil and housing amenities being
offered, etc and the schedule of the
implementation of the project specific.
(xxxix)
Submit details of Corporate Social
Responsibility. Necessary provisions should be made in the budget.
(xl)
Estimated cost of the project
including environmental monitoring cost and funding agencies, whether
governmental or on the basis of BOT etc and provide details of budget
provisions (capital & recurring) for the project specific R&R Plan.
(xli)
Submit environmental management and
monitoring plan for all phases of the project viz. construction and operation.
General Guidelines:
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A
detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above additional
TOR and should be submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further
clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts
due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the
model ToR available on Ministry website “http://moef.nic.in/Manual/highways”
4.21 Finalization of TOR for Four laning from km.
0.00 to 50.700 (Section Zirakpur to Southern/Sirhind Bye Pass) of NH-64 in
Punjab by M/s NHAI. [F. No. 10-75/2011-IA-III]
The
Committee decided to defer the project, since the project proponent did not
attend the meeting.
4.22 Finalization of TOR for Rehabilitation and
Upgradation of the existing carriageway to 4/6 lane of Cuttack-Angul (Jn with
NH-5 in Cuttack of NH-42) Section of NH-42 from km. 0.000 to km 112.00 in the
State of Orissa by M/s NHAI. [F. No. 10-76/2011-IA-III]
The
Project road starts at km 0.000 near Mungli Chawk (Jn with NH-5 in Cuttack with
NH-42) and ends at proposed Angul bypass (km 112.000) which is a section of
NH-42 . Total length of the road is 112 km.
The project road traverses through three districts viz. km 0 to 29 in
Cuttack, km 29 to 89 in Dhenkanal and km 89 to 112 in Angul. The entire project
road passes mostly through plain/rolling terrain. The existing highway has
generally 7 m wide carriageway and 1 to 2.5 m wide shoulder on either side with
about 10 m roadway . The existing road would be up graded to 4-lane with paved
shoulders configuration with provision of capacity augmentation. Existing ROW
ranges from 22 m to 60 m. The proposed
ROW is 60m. The proposed road does not pass through any Natural Sanctuary
or ecological sensitive areas. It
Passes through Reserve Forest and one
Elephant corridor at km 19.200 (Khuntani Range under Athgarh Division).
About 321.4 ha of agricultural land has been proposed to be acquired (including
129 ha land for Angul
bypass and 1.4 ha for 2 nos. toll plazas). Forest land of about 101 ha
also has to be diverted. Out of 112, Km
of the project road 42.5 km of the road passes through forest land i.e. about
37% of the total road length and under agricultural area for about 20%. Besides, there are built-up areas for a
considerable stretch (10%).
There are major intersections with NH-5, NH-6,
NH-23 and SH, Municipal roads/town roads. All junctions will be improved. One
bypass of 22.1 km has been proposed at Angul and another bypass at Indipur for
3.3 km length. There
are 3 nos Major bridges out of which reconstruction/widening of 2 nos. proposed
for 2-laning and 1 nos. as 4 laning..
Out of total 22 nos of existing Minor bridges reconstruction/widening of 13
nos. proposed for 2- laning and 9 nos. to 4 lane bridges. Improvement / widening of existing 113 nos. culverts and
Reconstruction of 100 nos. culverts are
proposed.
There
is 1 existing ROB. and one RUB, which
will be widened to 4-lane. Three flyovers at km.25.080, km. 38.800 and km
48.900 have been proposed. The proposed
lengths of Service Road are 21.42 km.
One animal underpass at km. 19.200 and seven Vehicular-cum-Pedestrian
underpasses are proposed at km.3.065, km.23.674, km.91.551, km.95.196,
km.101.474, km.104.223 and km.108.014.
Two Toll plazas haves been proposed at
Km 22+000 and Km 85+000. 2x32
nos of Bus bays on both sides with bus shelter and one truck lay-bye at
km 23+000 have been proposed.
About 2550 trees which are on existing
ROW are proposed to be felled and for which about 7500 trees will be planted as
avenue plantation. About 2045 temporary structures (both kachha, pacca and
semi-pacca); 50 religious structures; 8 nos of educational institutional
buildings and 2 nos of Health Centers which are on the proposed ROW will
be affected completely /partially.
Effort will be made to change in design and alignment to minimize the
impact and to relocate the religious structures in consultation with local
people. Affected families will be compensated as per NHAI Policy. There are 35
water bodies (fishing pond, community pond, canal, ditches, streams and river)
along the project road. 750 KL of water
per day is proposed to be extracted from surface sources (75%) and ground water
(25%). The budget for environment management is approximately Rs. 10.50
Crores. The estimated cost for Land
Acquisition is 82.52 corre, Resettlement & Rehabilitation cost is approximately Rs. 20.00 Crores. The estimated civil cost is Rs.958.63 Crores.
During the discussions, the Committee
finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i)
Examine
and submit a brief description of the project, project name, nature, size, its
importance to the region/state and the country.
(ii)
The
proposal indicates the acquisition of 101.00 ha forest land. Necessary stage –I
forestry clearance shall be obtained as per OM dated 31.03.2011 and submitted
along with final EIA report.
(iii)
Any
litigation(s) pending against the proposed project and/or any directions or
orders passed by any court of law/any statutory authority against the project
is to be detailed out.
(iv)
Submit
detailed alignment plan, with details such as nature of terrain (plain,
rolling, hilly), land use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest area,
environmentally sensitive places, mangroves, notified industrial areas, sand
dunes, sea, river, lake, details of villages, teshils, districts and states,
latitude and longitude for important locations falling on the alignment by
employing remote sensing techniques followed by ground truthing and also
through secondary data sources.
(v)
Describe
various alternatives considered, procedures and criteria adopted for selection
of the final alternative with reasons.
(vi)
Submit
Land use map of the study area to a scale of 1: 25,000 based on recent
satellite imagery delineating the crop lands (both single and double crop),
agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water bodies, built-up
areas, forest area and other surface features such as railway tracks, ports,
airports, roads, and major industries etc. and
submit a detailed ground surveyed map on 1:2000 scale showing the
existing features falling within the right of way namely trees, structures
including archeological & religious, monuments etc. if any.
(vii) If the proposed route is passing through any hilly
area, examine and submit the stability of slopes, if the proposed road is to
pass through cutting or embankment/ control of soil erosion from embankment.
(viii) If the proposed route involves tunnelling, the
details of the tunnel and locations of tunnelling with geological structural
fraction should be provided. In case the
road passes through a flood plain of the river, the details of micro drainage,
flood passages and information on flood periodicity at least of last 50 years
in the area should be examined.
(ix)
The
projects is passing through an Elephant Corridor a map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife
Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the
recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden thereon should be
furnished at the stage of EC. An underpass in Elephant corridor shall be
provided.
(x)
Study regarding the Animal bypasses /
underpasses etc. across the habitation areas shall be carried out. Adequate cattle passes for the movement of
agriculture material shall be provided at the stretches passing through
habitation areas.
(xi)
It is indicated that 2550 trees are
proposed to be cut, the information should be provided about their species and
whether it also involved any protected or endangered species. Necessary green
belt shall be provided on both side of the highway with proper central verge
and cost provision should be made for regular maintenance.
(xii) If the proposed route is passing through a city or
town, with houses and human habitation on the either side of the road, the
necessity for provision of bypasses/diversions/under passes shall be examined
and submitted. The proposal should also indicate the location of wayside
amenities, which should include petrol station/service centre, rest areas including
public conveyance, etc.
(xiii)
Submit details about measures taken
for the pedestrian safety and construction of underpasses and foot-over bridges
along with flyovers and interchanges.
(xiv) Assess whether there is a possibility that the
proposed project will adversely affect road traffic in the surrounding areas
(e.g. by causing increases in traffic congestion and traffic accidents).
(xv)
Clearly indicate/provide details
regarding the location, date (along with site photographs with the
background of monitoring equipments and/or sample collection in process)
and protocol adopted for sampling and analysis of various environmental
parameters as a part of the baseline data collection.
(xvi)
Examine and submit the details of use
of fly ash in the road construction, if the project road is located within the
100 km from the Thermal Power Plant.
(xvii) Examine and submit the details of sand quarry,
borrow area and rehabilitation.
(xviii) Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature,
relative humidity, rainfall, frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall); the
nearest IMD meteorological station from which climatological data have been
obtained to be indicated.
(xix) The air quality monitoring should be carried out
as per the new notification issued on 16th November, 2009.
(xx) Identify project activities during construction
and operation phases, which will affect the noise levels and the potential for
increased noise resulting from this project. Discuss the effect of noise levels
on near by habitation during the construction and operational phases of the
proposed highway. Identify noise reduction measures and traffic management
strategies to be deployed for reducing the negative impact if any. Prediction of noise levels should be done by
using mathematical modelling at different representative locations.
(xxi)
Examine the impact during construction
activities due to generation of fugitive dust from crusher units, air emissions
from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation of materials and
prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate mathematical
model, description of model, input requirement and reference of derivation,
distribution of major pollutants and presentation in tabular form for easy
interpretation shall be carried out.
(xxii) Also examine and submit the details about the
protection to existing habitations from dust, noise, odour etc. during
construction stage.
(xxiii) If the proposed route involves cutting of earth,
the details of area to be cut, depth of cut, locations, soil type, volume and
quantity of earth and other materials to be removed with location of disposal/
dump site along with necessary permission.
(xxiv) If the proposed route is passing through low lying
areas, details of fill materials and initial and final levels after filling
above MSL, should be examined and submit.
(xxv) Examine and submit the water bodies including the
seasonal ones within the corridor of impacts along with their status,
volumetric capacity and quality likely impacts on them due to the project.
(xxvi) Examine and submit details of water quantity
required and source of water including water requirement during the
construction stage with supporting data and also classification of ground water
based on the CGWA classification.
(xxvii) Examine and submit the details of measures taken
during constructions of bridges across river/canal/major or minor drains
keeping in view the flooding of the rivers and the life span of the existing
bridges. Provision of speed breakers,
safety signals, service lanes and foot paths should be examined at appropriate
locations through out the proposed road to avoid the accidents.
(xxviii) If there will be any change in the drainage
pattern after the proposed activity, details of changes shall be examined and
submitted.
(xxix)
Rain water harvesting pit should be at
least 3 - 5 m. above the highest ground water table. Provision shall be made
for oil and grease removal from surface runoff.
(xxx)
If
there is a possibility that the construction/widening of road will cause impact
such as destruction of forest, poaching, reductions in wetland areas, if so,
examine the impact and submit details.
(xxxi)
Submit the details of road safety,
signage, service roads, vehicular under passes, accident prone zone and the
mitigation measures.
(xxxii)
IRC guidelines shall be followed for
widening & up-gradation of road.
(xxxiii)
Submit details of social impact
assessment due to the proposed construction of road.
(xxxiv)
Examine road design standards, safety
equipment specifications and Management System training to ensure that design
details take account of safety concerns and submit the traffic management plan.
(xxxv)
Accident data and geographic
distribution should be reviewed and analyzed to predict and identify trends –
incase of expansion of the existing highway and provide Post accident emergency
assistance and medical care to accident victims.
(xxxvi)
If the proposed project involves any
land reclamation, details to be provided for which activity land to reclaim and
the area of land to be reclaimed.
(xxxvii)
Details of the properties, houses,
businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by land acquisition and their
financial loses annually.
(xxxviii)Detailed
R&R plan with data on the existing socio-economic status of the population
in the study area and broad plan for resettlement of the displaced population,
site for the resettlement colony, alternative livelihood concerns/ employment
and rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil and housing amenities being
offered, etc and the schedule of the
implementation of the project specific.
(xxxix)
Submit details of Corporate Social
Responsibility. Necessary provisions should be made in the budget.
(xl)
Estimated cost of the project
including environmental monitoring cost and funding agencies, whether
governmental or on the basis of BOT etc and provide details of budget
provisions (capital & recurring) for the project specific R&R Plan.
(xli)
Submit environmental management and
monitoring plan for all phases of the project viz. construction and operation.
General Guidelines:
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A detailed draft EIA/EMP
report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be
submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further
clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts
due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the
model ToR available on Ministry website “http://moef.nic.in/Manual/highways”
4.23 Finalization of TOR for Rehabilitation and
Upgradation of the existing carriageway to 4/6 lane of Balesgwar – Baripada –
Jharpokharia (Jn of NH-5 with NH-6) Section of NH-5 from km 0.000 to km. 80.600
in the State of Orissa by M/s NHAI. [F.
No. 10-77/2011-IA-III]
The
Project road starts from junction of NH-6 at Jharpokharia (km 0) and
ends at km 80.630 near meeting point of NH-60 at Baleshwar. Total length of the
road is 80.630 km. The entire project road passes mostly through plain/rolling
terrain. The project road traverses from km 0 to 77 in the district Mayurbhanj
with headquarters at Baripada and from km 77 to 80+630 is within Baleshwar
District with headquarters at Baleshwar. The existing highway has generally 7 m
wide carriageway and 10 m wide roadway. The existing road would be up graded to
4-lane divided carriageway
including strengthening of existing 2- lanes. The
proposed ROW is 60m. The road does not pass through any Natural Sanctuary or
ecological sensitive areas. It Passes
through Reserve Forest and one
Elephant corridor at km.47.300.
Only about 1.4 ha of agriculture land will be acquired for 2 nos of toll
plazas and there is no diversion of forest land in the proposed acquisition.
About 12 km of the road passes through forest area i.e. about 15 % of the total
road length. The land use pattern is mostly agricultural with some barren land
and built up areas. There are five major intersections with NH-6, and SH/MDR.
All junctions will be improved. The project road is having only one city,
Baripada in its way to Balasore. The existing road itself stands as a bypass to
the city and hence there is no requirement of bypass in this corridor. There are 3 nos. of existing major bridges
and 10 minor bridges which will be widened or repaired. Existing 95 culverts
are in the project road. Reconstruction
of 24 nos and widening of 71 Culvert are proposed. ROB at all 5 railway crossings and
Service road of 27.4 km has been proposed at 8 locations. One animal underpass at km. 47+300 and three
flyovers have been proposed at Km 30+100, Km 31+900 Km 34+100. Toll plazas are proposed at 2 locations at
km.12.5 and km 72.5.
There
are about 4785 trees which are
on existing ROW are proposed to be felled. About 15000 trees will be planted as
avenue plantation. About 895 structures
(both kachha, pacca and semi-pacca), 10 religious structures, 12 nos of
educational institutional buildings which are on the existing ROW will be
affected completely/partially. Effort will be made to change in design and
alignment to minimize the impact.
Religious structures will be relocated in suitable location in
consultation with local people. Affected families will be compensated as per
NHAI Policy. There are 40 water bodies (fishing pond, community pond, canal,
ditches, streams and river etc) along the project road. 535 KL of water per day is proposed to be
extracted from surface sources (75%) and ground water (25%). The budget for
environment management is approximately Rs. 5.46 Crores. The estimated cost for Land Acquisition is
14.63, Resettlement & Rehabilitation is approximately Rs. 4.68 Crores. The estimated civil cost is Rs.666.92 Crores.
During the discussions, the Committee
finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i) Examine
and submit a brief description of the project, project name, nature, size, its
importance to the region/state and the country.
(ii) Any
litigation(s) pending against the proposed project and/or any directions or
orders passed by any court of law/any statutory authority against the project
is to be detailed out.
(iii)
Submit detailed alignment plan, with
details such as nature of terrain (plain, rolling, hilly), land use pattern,
habitation, cropping pattern, forest area, environmentally sensitive places,
mangroves, notified industrial areas, sand dunes, sea, river, lake, details of
villages, teshils, districts and states, latitude and longitude for important
locations falling on the alignment by employing remote sensing techniques
followed by ground truthing and also through secondary data sources.
(iv) Describe
various alternatives considered, procedures and criteria adopted for selection
of the final alternative with reasons.
(v) Submit
Land use map of the study area to a scale of 1: 25,000 based on recent
satellite imagery delineating the crop lands (both single and double crop),
agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water bodies, built-up
areas, forest area and other surface features such as railway tracks, ports,
airports, roads, and major industries etc. and
submit a detailed ground surveyed map on 1:2000 scale showing the
existing features falling within the right of way namely trees, structures
including archeological & religious, monuments etc. if any.
(vi) If the
proposed route is passing through any hilly area, examine and submit the
stability of slopes, if the proposed road is to pass through cutting or
embankment/ control of soil erosion from embankment.
(vii) If the proposed route involves tunnelling, the
details of the tunnel and locations of tunnelling with geological structural
fraction should be provided. In case the
road passes through a flood plain of the river, the details of micro drainage,
flood passages and information on flood periodicity at least of last 50 years
in the area should be examined.
(viii) The projects is passing through an Elephant
Corridor a map duly authenticated by
Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and
the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden thereon should be
furnished at the stage of EC. An underpass in Elephant corridor shall be
provided.
(ix) Study regarding the Animal bypasses /
underpasses etc. across the habitation areas shall be carried out. Adequate cattle passes for the movement of
agriculture material shall be provided at the stretches passing through
habitation areas.
(x) It is indicated that 4785 trees are
proposed to be cut, the information should be provided about their species and whether
it also involved any protected or endangered species. Necessary green belt
shall be provided on both side of the highway with proper central verge and
cost provision should be made for regular maintenance.
(xi)
If
the proposed route is passing through a city or town, with houses and human
habitation on the either side of the road, the necessity for provision of
bypasses/diversions/under passes shall be examined and submitted. The proposal
should also indicate the location of wayside amenities, which should include
petrol station/service centre, rest areas including public conveyance, etc.
(xii)
Submit details about measures taken
for the pedestrian safety and construction of underpasses and foot-over bridges
along with flyovers and interchanges.
(xiii) Assess whether there is a possibility that the
proposed project will adversely affect road traffic in the surrounding areas
(e.g. by causing increases in traffic congestion and traffic accidents).
(xiv)
Clearly indicate/provide details
regarding the location, date (along with site photographs with the
background of monitoring equipments and/or sample collection in process)
and protocol adopted for sampling and analysis of various environmental
parameters as a part of the baseline data collection.
(xv)
Examine and submit the details of use
of fly ash in the road construction, if the project road is located within the
100 km from the Thermal Power Plant.
(xvi) Examine and submit the details of sand quarry,
borrow area and rehabilitation.
(xvii) Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature,
relative humidity, rainfall, frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall); the
nearest IMD meteorological station from which climatological data have been
obtained to be indicated.
(xviii) The air quality monitoring should be carried out
as per the new notification issued on 16th November, 2009.
(xix) Identify project activities during construction
and operation phases, which will affect the noise levels and the potential for
increased noise resulting from this project. Discuss the effect of noise levels
on near by habitation during the construction and operational phases of the
proposed highway. Identify noise reduction measures and traffic management
strategies to be deployed for reducing the negative impact if any. Prediction of noise levels should be done by
using mathematical modelling at different representative locations.
(xx)
Examine the impact during construction
activities due to generation of fugitive dust from crusher units, air emissions
from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation of materials and
prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate mathematical
model, description of model, input requirement and reference of derivation,
distribution of major pollutants and presentation in tabular form for easy
interpretation shall be carried out.
(xxi) Also examine and submit the details about the
protection to existing habitations from dust, noise, odour etc. during
construction stage.
(xxii) If the proposed route involves cutting of earth,
the details of area to be cut, depth of cut, locations, soil type, volume and
quantity of earth and other materials to be removed with location of disposal/
dump site along with necessary permission.
(xxiii) If the proposed route is passing through low lying
areas, details of fill materials and initial and final levels after filling
above MSL, should be examined and submit.
(xxiv) Examine and submit the water bodies including the
seasonal ones within the corridor of impacts along with their status,
volumetric capacity and quality likely impacts on them due to the project.
(xxv) Examine and submit details of water quantity
required and source of water including water requirement during the
construction stage with supporting data and also classification of ground water
based on the CGWA classification.
(xxvi) Examine and submit the details of measures taken
during constructions of bridges across river/canal/major or minor drains
keeping in view the flooding of the rivers and the life span of the existing
bridges. Provision of speed breakers,
safety signals, service lanes and foot paths should be examined at appropriate
locations through out the proposed road to avoid the accidents.
(xxvii) If there will be any change in the drainage
pattern after the proposed activity, details of changes shall be examined and
submitted.
(xxviii)
Rain water harvesting pit should be at
least 3 - 5 m. above the highest ground water table. Provision shall be made
for oil and grease removal from surface runoff.
(xxix) If there is a possibility that the
construction/widening of road will cause impact such as destruction of forest,
poaching, reductions in wetland areas, if so, examine the impact and submit
details.
(xxx)
Submit the details of road safety,
signage, service roads, vehicular under passes, accident prone zone and the
mitigation measures.
(xxxi)
IRC guidelines shall be followed for widening
& up-gradation of road.
(xxxii)
Submit details of social impact
assessment due to the proposed construction of road.
(xxxiii)
Examine road design standards, safety
equipment specifications and Management System training to ensure that design
details take account of safety concerns and submit the traffic management
plan.
(xxxiv)
Accident data and geographic
distribution should be reviewed and analyzed to predict and identify trends –
in case of expansion of the existing highway and provide Post accident
emergency assistance and medical care to accident victims.
(xxxv)
If the proposed project involves any
land reclamation, details to be provided for which activity land to reclaim and
the area of land to be reclaimed.
(xxxvi)
Details of the properties, houses,
businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by land acquisition and their
financial loses annually.
(xxxvii)
Detailed R&R plan with data on the
existing socio-economic status of the population in the study area and broad
plan for resettlement of the displaced population, site for the resettlement
colony, alternative livelihood concerns/ employment and rehabilitation of the
displaced people, civil and housing amenities being offered, etc and the schedule of the implementation of the
project specific.
(xxxviii)Submit
details of Corporate Social Responsibility. Necessary provisions should be made
in the budget.
(xxxix)
Estimated cost of the project
including environmental monitoring cost and funding agencies, whether
governmental or on the basis of BOT etc and provide details of budget
provisions (capital & recurring) for the project specific R&R Plan.
(xl)
Submit environmental management and
monitoring plan for all phases of the project viz. construction and operation.
General Guidelines:
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A detailed draft EIA/EMP
report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be
submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further clarification on carrying out the above studies including
anticipated impacts due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent
can refer to the model ToR available on Ministry website “http://moef.nic.in/Manual/highways”
4.24 Finalization of TOR for Rehabilitation and
Upgradation of the existing carriageway to 4/6 lane of Angul – Sambalpur (Jn.
Of NH-6 at Sambalpur) Section of NH-42 from km. 112.000 to km. 265.000 in the
State of Orissa by M/s NHAI [F. No. 10-78/2011-IA-III]
The
Project road starts from Angul at Km 112.000 and ends at Sambalpur at Km.
265.000 (Jn. of NH-6 at Sambalpur) .
Total length of the road is 153 km.
The project road traverses through two districts viz. km 112 to 186 in
Angul and thereafter till end point in Sambalpur. The entire project
road passes mostly through plain/rolling terrain The existing highway has generally 7 m wide
carriageway and 1 to 2.5 m wide shoulder on either side with about 10 m roadway
. The existing road would be up graded to 4-lane with paved shoulders
configuration with provision of capacity augmentation. ROW ranges from 20 m to
60 m. The proposed ROW is 60m. The proposed road does not pass through any
Natural Sanctuary or ecological sensitive areas. It Passes through Reserve
Forest and five notified Elephant
corridors. About 43.5 km of the road passes through under reserve or
protected forest land. Existing land use
of the project road indicate that - major part of the project road falls under
forest area (29%) and under agricultural area ( 20%) Besides, there are built-up areas for a
considerable stretch. About 320 ha of
agricultural land (including 21.6 ha land for Sambalpur bypass and 1.4 ha for.
2 nos. toll plazas) has to be acquired for the widening of this road. Also
Forest land of about 173 ha has to be diverted. There are 4 Major bridges out of which reconstruction
/widening of 3 Nos. to 2-lane and 1 nos. to 4-laning proposed. Out of total 37
nos of existing Minor bridges 28 nos. proposed reconstruction//widening as 2-
laning and 9 nos. to 4 lane bridges.
241 nos. of culverts has been proposed for Construction/widening and
Reconstruction of 191 nos. culverts in the project stretch.. There
are major intersections with NH-5, NH-6, NH-23 and SH, Municipal roads/town
roads. All junctions will be
improved.. Three
Vehicular-cum-pedestrian underpasses and three flyovers are proposed at km.
149.000, km.179.780 and km.199.150. There is one existing ROB (at km.147.300)
whose widening and improvement has been proposed. Also one RUB is at km.
239+700. Five Animal underpasses are proposed at km 194.400, 243.500, 247+809,
250.241 and 253.500. The proposed lengths of Service Roads 24.50 km. A bypass
has been proposed at Sambalpur (length 3.8 km from km. 259.100 to 262.858).
About
4225 nos. trees which are on existing ROW are proposed to be felled and for
which about 15,000 trees will be planted as avenue plantation. About 2073
structures (both kachha, pacca and semi-pacca), 24 religious structures, 20 nos
of educational institutional buildings and 3 nos of Health Centers which are on
the proposed ROW will be affected partially/completely. Effort will be made to
change in design and alignment to minimize the impact. Religious structures
shall be relocated in suitable location in consultation with local people.
Affected families will be compensated as per NHAI Policy. Toll plaza has been
proposed at km 182.000 and km.244.500. 23 nos. of Bus bays on both sides with
bus shelters and two truck lay-bye at km 128. 600 and 234.700 are proposed.
There are 75 water bodies (fishing pond, community pond, canal, ditches,
streams and river) along the project road.
875 KL of water per day is proposed to be extracted from surface sources
(75%) and ground water (25%). The budget for environment management is
approximately Rs. 13.50 Crores. The
estimated cost for Land Acquisition is 85.00 crores, Resettlement &
Rehabilitation cost is approximately Rs. 22.00 Crores. The estimated Civil cost is Rs.1098.01
Crores.
During discussions, the Committee finalized the
following additional ToR for further study:
(i)
Examine and submit a
brief description of the project, project name, nature, size, its importance to
the region/state and the country.
(ii) The
proposal indicates the acquisition of 173 ha forest land. Necessary stage –I forestry clearance shall be
obtained as per OM dated 31.03.2011 and submitted along with final EIA report.
(iii)
Any litigation(s)
pending against the proposed project and/or any directions or orders passed by
any court of law/any statutory authority against the project is to be detailed
out.
(iv)
Submit detailed
alignment plan, with details such as nature of terrain (plain, rolling, hilly),
land use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest area, environmentally
sensitive places, mangroves, notified industrial areas, sand dunes, sea, river,
lake, details of villages, teshils, districts and states, latitude and
longitude for important locations falling on the alignment by employing remote
sensing techniques followed by ground truthing and also through secondary data
sources.
(v)
Describe various
alternatives considered, procedures and criteria adopted for selection of the
final alternative with reasons.
(vi) Submit
Land use map of the study area to a scale of 1: 25,000 based on recent
satellite imagery delineating the crop lands (both single and double crop),
agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water bodies, built-up
areas, forest area and other surface features such as railway tracks, ports,
airports, roads, and major industries etc. and
submit a detailed ground surveyed map on 1:2000 scale showing the
existing features falling within the right of way namely trees, structures
including archeological & religious, monuments etc. if any.
(vii) If the proposed route is passing
through any hilly area, examine and submit the stability of
slopes, if the proposed road is to pass through cutting or embankment / control
of soil erosion from embankment.
(viii) If the proposed route involves
tunnelling, the details of the tunnel and locations of tunnelling with
geological structural fraction should be provided. In case the road passes through a flood plain
of the river, the details of micro drainage, flood passages and information on
flood periodicity at least of last 50 years in the area should be examined.
(ix) The
projects is passing through five Elephant Corridor a map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife
Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the
recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden thereon should be
furnished at the stage of EC. An underpass in Elephant corridor shall be
provided.
(x) Study regarding the Animal bypasses / underpasses etc. across
the habitation areas shall be carried out. Adequate cattle passes for the
movement of agriculture material shall be provided at the stretches passing
through habitation areas.
(xi) It is indicated that 4225 trees are
proposed to be cut, the information should be provided about their species and
whether it also involved any protected or endangered species. Necessary green belt shall be
provided on both side of the highway with proper central verge and cost provision
should be made for regular maintenance.
(xii)
If the proposed route is passing through a city or town, with
houses and human habitation on the either side of the road, the necessity for
provision of bypasses/diversions/under passes shall be examined and submitted. The
proposal should also indicate the location of wayside amenities, which should
include petrol station/service centre, rest areas including public conveyance,
etc.
(xiii)
Submit
details about measures taken for the pedestrian safety and construction of
underpasses and foot-over bridges along with flyovers and interchanges.
(xiv)
Assess whether there is a possibility that the proposed project
will adversely affect road traffic in the surrounding areas (e.g. by causing
increases in traffic congestion and traffic accidents).
(xv)
Examine
and submit the details of use of fly ash in the road construction, if the
project road is located within the 100 km from the Thermal Power Plant.
(xvi) Examine
and submit the details of sand quarry, borrow area and rehabilitation.
(xvii)
Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature, relative
humidity, rainfall, frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall); the nearest
IMD meteorological station from which climatological data have been obtained to
be indicated.
(xviii)
The air quality monitoring should be
carried out as per the new notification issued on 16th November,
2009.
(xix)
Identify project activities during construction and operation
phases, which will affect the noise levels and the potential for increased
noise resulting from this project. Discuss the effect of noise levels on near
by habitation during the construction and operational phases of the proposed
highway. Identify noise reduction measures and traffic management strategies to
be deployed for reducing the negative impact if any. Prediction of noise levels should be done by
using mathematical modelling at different representative locations.
(xx)
Examine the impact during
construction activities due to generation of fugitive dust from crusher units,
air emissions from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation of
materials and prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate
mathematical model, description of model, input requirement and reference of
derivation, distribution of major pollutants and presentation in tabular form
for easy interpretation shall be carried out.
(xxi) Also
examine and submit the details about the protection to existing habitations
from dust, noise, odour etc. during construction stage.
(xxii) If the proposed route involves
cutting of earth, the details of area to be cut, depth of cut, locations, soil
type, volume and quantity of earth and other materials to be removed with
location of disposal/ dump site along with necessary permission.
(xxiii)
If the proposed route is passing through low lying areas, details
of fill materials and initial and final levels after filling above MSL, should
be examined and submit.
(xxiv)
Examine and submit the water bodies including the seasonal ones
within the corridor of impacts along with their status, volumetric capacity,
quality likely impacts on them due to the project.
(xxv)
Examine
and submit details of water quantity required and source of water including water
requirement during the construction stage with supporting data and also
classification of ground water based on the CGWA classification.
(xxvi) Examine
and submit the details of measures taken during constructions of bridges across
river/canal/major or minor drains keeping in view the flooding of the rivers
and the life span of the existing bridges.
Provision of speed breakers, safety
signals, service lanes and foot paths should be examined at appropriate
locations through out the proposed road to avoid the accidents.
(xxvii)
If there will be any change in the drainage pattern after the
proposed activity, details of changes shall be examined and submitted.
(xxviii)
Rain
water harvesting pit should be at least 3 - 5 m. above the highest ground water
table. Provision shall be made for oil and grease removal from surface runoff.
(xxix)
If there is a possibility that the construction/widening of road
will cause impact such as destruction of forest, poaching, reductions in
wetland areas, if so, examine the impact and submit details.
(xxx)
Submit
the details of road safety, signage, service roads, vehicular under passes,
accident prone zone and the mitigation measures.
(xxxi)
IRC
guidelines shall be followed for widening & up gradation of road.
(xxxii) Submit details of social impact
assessment due to the proposed construction of road.
(xxxiii)
Examine road design standards,
safety equipment specifications and Management System training to ensure that
design details take account of safety concerns and submit the traffic
management plan.
(xxxiv)
Accident data and geographic
distribution should be reviewed and analyzed to predict and identify trends –
incase of expansion of the existing highway and provide
Post accident emergency assistance and medical care to accident victims.
(xxxv)
If the proposed project involves any
land reclamation, details to be provided for which activity land to reclaim and
the area of land to be reclaimed.
(xxxvi)
Details of the properties, houses,
businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by land acquisition and their
financial loses annually.
(xxxvii)
Detailed R&R plan with data on
the existing socio-economic status of the population in the study area and
broad plan for resettlement of the displaced population, site for the
resettlement colony, alternative livelihood concerns/ employment and
rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil and housing amenities being
offered, etc and the schedule of the
implementation of the project specific
(xxxviii)Submit details of Corporate Social
Responsibility. Necessary provisions should be made in the budget.
(xxxix)
Estimated cost of the project
including environmental monitoring cost and funding agencies, whether
governmental or on the basis of BOT etc and provide details of budget
provisions (capital & recurring) for the project specific R&R Plan.
(xl)
Submit environmental management and
monitoring plan for all phases of the project viz. construction and operation.
General Guidelines
(i)
The
EIA document shall be printed on both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The
status of accreditation of the EIA consultant with NABET/QCI shall be
specifically mentioned. The consultant shall certify that his accreditation is
for the sector for which this EIA is prepared.
(iii)
On
the front page of EIA/EMP reports, the name of the consultant/consultancy firm
along with their complete details including their accreditation, if any shall
be indicated. The consultant while submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an
undertaking to the effect that the prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project
proponent and additional TOR given by the MoEF) have been complied with and the
data submitted is factually correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th
August, 2009).
(iv)
While
submitting the EIA/EMP reports, the name of the experts associated
with/involved in the preparation of these reports and the laboratories through
which the samples have been got analysed should be stated in the report. It
shall clearly be indicated whether these laboratories are approved under the
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the rules made there under (Please refer
MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009). The project leader
of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All
the TOR points as presented before the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall
be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A detailed draft EIA/EMP
report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be
submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further clarification on caring out the above studies
including anticipated impacts due to the project and mitigative measure,
project proponent can refer to the model ToR available on Ministry website “http://moef.nic.in/Manual/highways”
4.25 Finalization of TOR for rehabilitation and
Upgradation of the existing 2-lane to 4-lane of Lucknow-Sultanpur section of
NH-56 Package-I in the State of Uttar Pradesh by M/s NHAI [F. No. 10-82/2011-IA-III]
The
project road starts from km 11+500 (Amar Saheed Path crossing Lucknow)
and ends at km 134+700 (Sultanpur), The project road is passing through plain
terrain and falling in four districts namely Lucknow, Barabanki, Chhartapti
Shahu Ji Maharaj Nagar and Sultanpur, There is a provision of four bypasses
at Jagdishpur (from km 81+800 to km
97+825), Musafirkhana (from km 104+155 to km 109+700), Aliganj (from km 114+695
to km 119+340), and Shabaganj & Bandhuakalan (from km 128+045 to km
131+240). The total length of the bypasses proposed is 32.45 kms, The
existing ROW of the project road varies between 20 m to 30 m. The proposed and
proposed ROW for widening is 24.5 m to 60 m for 4 laning. The road does not
pass through any Wild life Sanctuary or area of National archeological/tourist
importance. Total required land is 1,093.60 ha. Available land is 630.5 ha.
Remaining 347.29 ha land will be acquired and 115.801 ha forest land shall be
got diversified for road use. The project road passes through 115.801 ha forest
area (4.671 ha reserve forest +111.13 ha protected forest). Diversion of forest
land for non forest use has been applied. Nearly 500 KLD water for 400 days
shall be required for construction purpose. About 475 KLD water shall drawn
from Sharda canal and Luni River. Nearly 25 KLD water for domestic use/drinking
purpose shall be obtained from ground water sources spread over whole stretch.
Rain water drains/ structures have been included in project design.
About
13500 trees may be affected. Some
of trees will be saved by adopting proper widening options. Nearly 40,000
saplings are proposed to be planted and maintained, One major bridge, 12 No. of
minor bridges, 259 No. of culverts, 1 railway over bridge, 4 vehicular
underpasses, 6 pedestrian/ cattle underpass have been proposed including
existing structure. 43 bus bays, 2 truck lay byes, 2 rest area and 2 Toll Plaza
have also been proposed in the project. Fly ash shall be used in the project,
if it is available from Firoz Gandhi Thermal Power Plant, Unchahar, district
Chhartapti Shahu Ji Maharaj Nagar, which is about 50 km from project road, 100
community properties including 05 Wells, 10 Hand Pumps, 48 Temples, 8 Mazars, 3
offices, 4 Ponds, one Power House and 06 Police Stations will be affected.
Suitable rehabilitation / relocation will be taken up before acquisition. The total project cost is 1038.66 crores,
which includes 6.02 crores as environmental cost and 17.08 crores R&R cost.
During discussions, the Committee finalized the
following additional ToR for further study:
(i)
Examine and submit a brief
description of the project, project name, nature, size, its importance to the
region/state and the country.
(ii)
The proposal indicates the acquisition of
115.801 ha forest land. Necessary stage –I forestry clearance shall be obtained
as per OM dated 31.03.2011 and submitted along with final EIA report.
(iii)
Any litigation(s) pending
against the proposed project and/or any directions or orders passed by any
court of law/any statutory authority against the project is to be detailed out.
(iv)
Submit detailed alignment
plan, with details such as nature of terrain (plain, rolling, hilly), land use
pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest area, environmentally sensitive
places, mangroves, notified industrial areas, sand dunes, sea, river, lake,
details of villages, teshils, districts and states, latitude and longitude for
important locations falling on the alignment by employing remote sensing
techniques followed by ground truthing and also through secondary data sources.
(v)
Describe various
alternatives considered, procedures and criteria adopted for selection of the final
alternative with reasons.
(vi) Submit
Land use map of the study area to a scale of 1: 25,000 based on recent
satellite imagery delineating the crop lands (both single and double crop),
agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water bodies, built-up
areas, forest area and other surface features such as railway tracks, ports,
airports, roads, and major industries etc. and
submit a detailed ground surveyed map on 1:2000 scale showing the
existing features falling within the right of way namely trees, structures
including archeological & religious, monuments etc. if any.
(vii) If
the proposed route is passing through any hilly area, examine and submit
the stability of slopes, if the proposed road is to pass through cutting or
embankment / control of soil erosion from embankment.
(viii)
If the proposed route
involves tunnelling, the details of the tunnel and locations of tunnelling with
geological structural fraction should be provided. In case the road passes through a flood plain
of the river, the details of micro drainage, flood passages and information on
flood periodicity at least of last 50 years in the area should be examined.
(ix)
The projects is located
within 10km. of the sanctuary a map duly
authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the
project location and the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife
Warden thereon should be furnished at the stage of EC.
(x)
Study regarding the Animal bypasses /
underpasses etc. across the habitation areas shall be carried out. Adequate
cattle passes for the movement of agriculture material shall be provided at the
stretches passing through habitation areas.
(xi)
It is
indicated that 13500 trees are proposed to be cut, the information should be
provided about their species and whether it also involved any protected or
endangered species. Necessary
green belt shall be provided on both side of the highway with proper central
verge and cost provision should be made for regular maintenance.
(xii)
If the proposed route is passing through a city or town, with
houses and human habitation on the either side of the road, the necessity for
provision of bypasses/diversions/under passes shall be examined and submitted. The
proposal should also indicate the location of wayside amenities, which should
include petrol station/service centre, rest areas including public conveyance,
etc.
(xiii)
Submit
details about measures taken for the pedestrian safety and construction of
underpasses and foot-over bridges along with flyovers and interchanges.
(xiv)
Assess whether there is a possibility that the proposed project
will adversely affect road traffic in the surrounding areas (e.g. by causing
increases in traffic congestion and traffic accidents).
(xv)
Examine
and submit the details of use of fly ash in the road construction, if the
project road is located within the 100 km from the Thermal Power Plant.
(xvi) Examine
and submit the details of sand quarry, borrow area and rehabilitation.
(xvii)
Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature, relative
humidity, rainfall, frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall); the nearest
IMD meteorological station from which climatological data have been obtained to
be indicated.
(xviii)
The air quality monitoring should be
carried out as per the new notification issued on 16th November,
2009.
(xix)
Identify project activities during construction and operation
phases, which will affect the noise levels and the potential for increased
noise resulting from this project. Discuss the effect of noise levels on near
by habitation during the construction and operational phases of the proposed
highway. Identify noise reduction measures and traffic management strategies to
be deployed for reducing the negative impact if any. Prediction of noise levels should be done by
using mathematical modelling at different representative locations.
(xx)
Examine the impact during
construction activities due to generation of fugitive dust from crusher units,
air emissions from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation of
materials and prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate
mathematical model, description of model, input requirement and reference of
derivation, distribution of major pollutants and presentation in tabular form
for easy interpretation shall be carried out.
(xxi) Also
examine and submit the details about the protection to existing habitations
from dust, noise, odour etc. during construction stage.
(xxii) If the proposed route involves
cutting of earth, the details of area to be cut, depth of cut, locations, soil
type, volume and quantity of earth and other materials to be removed with
location of disposal/ dump site along with necessary permission.
(xxiii)
If the proposed route is passing through low lying areas, details
of fill materials and initial and final levels after filling above MSL, should
be examined and submit.
(xxiv)
Examine and submit the water bodies including the seasonal ones
within the corridor of impacts along with their status, volumetric capacity,
quality likely impacts on them due to the project.
(xxv)
Examine
and submit details of water quantity required and source of water including water
requirement during the construction stage with supporting data and also
classification of ground water based on the CGWA classification.
(xxvi) Examine
and submit the details of measures taken during constructions of bridges across
river/canal/major or minor drains keeping in view the flooding of the rivers
and the life span of the existing bridges.
Provision of speed breakers, safety
signals, service lanes and foot paths should be examined at appropriate
locations through out the proposed road to avoid the accidents.
(xxvii)
If there will be any change in the drainage pattern after the
proposed activity, details of changes shall be examined and submitted.
(xxviii)
Rain
water harvesting pit should be at least 3 - 5 m. above the highest ground water
table. Provision shall be made for oil and grease removal from surface runoff.
(xxix)
If there is a possibility that the construction/widening of road
will cause impact such as destruction of forest, poaching, reductions in
wetland areas, if so, examine the impact and submit details.
(xxx)
Submit
the details of road safety, signage, service roads, vehicular under passes,
accident prone zone and the mitigation measures.
(xxxi)
IRC
guidelines shall be followed for widening & upgradation of road.
(xxxii)
Submit
details of social impact assessment due to the proposed construction of road.
(xxxiii)
Examine road design standards,
safety equipment specifications and Management System training to ensure that
design details take account of safety concerns and submit the traffic management
plan.
(xxxiv)
Accident data and geographic
distribution should be reviewed and analyzed to predict and identify trends –
incase of expansion of the existing highway and provide
Post accident emergency assistance and medical care to accident victims.
(xxxv)
If the proposed project involves any
land reclamation, details to be provided for which activity land to reclaim and
the area of land to be reclaimed.
(xxxvi)
Details of the properties, houses,
businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by land acquisition and their
financial loses annually.
(xxxvii)
Detailed R&R plan with data on
the existing socio-economic status of the population in the study area and
broad plan for resettlement of the displaced population, site for the
resettlement colony, alternative livelihood concerns/employment and
rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil and housing amenities being
offered, etc and the schedule of the
implementation of the project specific
(xxxviii)Submit details of Corporate Social
Responsibility. Necessary provisions should be made in the budget.
(xxxix)
Estimated cost of the project
including environmental monitoring cost and funding agencies, whether
governmental or on the basis of BOT etc and provide details of budget
provisions (capital & recurring) for the project specific R&R Plan.
(xl)
Submit environmental management and
monitoring plan for all phases of the project viz. construction and operation.
General Guidelines
(i)
The
EIA document shall be printed on both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The
status of accreditation of the EIA consultant with NABET/QCI shall be
specifically mentioned. The consultant shall certify that his accreditation is
for the sector for which this EIA is prepared.
(iii)
On
the front page of EIA/EMP reports, the name of the consultant/consultancy firm
along with their complete details including their accreditation, if any shall
be indicated. The consultant while submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an
undertaking to the effect that the prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project
proponent and additional TOR given by the MoEF) have been complied with and the
data submitted is factually correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th
August, 2009).
(iv)
While
submitting the EIA/EMP reports, the name of the experts associated
with/involved in the preparation of these reports and the laboratories through
which the samples have been got analysed should be stated in the report. It
shall clearly be indicated whether these laboratories are approved under the
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the rules made there under (Please refer
MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009). The project leader
of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All
the TOR points as presented before the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall
be covered.
Any further
clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts
due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the
model ToR available on Ministry website “http://moef.nic.in/Manual/highways”
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A detailed draft EIA/EMP
report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be
submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
A detailed draft EIA/EMP report
should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be submitted to
the Ministry as per the Notification.
3rd
Day: 23rd September, 2011
3.11
Environmental Clearance for proposed Larica Township Dharapur
(Green Valley) at Dharapur, Guwahati Distt, Kamrup by M/s Larica Estates Ltd.
[F.No.21-62/2010-IA.III].
The
project involves construction of a township on a plot area
of 8.98 ha. It is proposed to develop HIG Bungalows (21), HIG Row Houses (61),
MIG Bungalows (74), MIG Row Houses (43) and LIG Row Houses (174). The total
built up area is 51,323.5 Sq.m. It is proposed to construct a shopping mall
along with different type of houses. The total water requirement is 405 KLD
(fresh water requirement -365 KLD). The capacity of STP proposed is 300 KLD.
Treated water will be used for horticulture-40 KLD, the balance 223 KLD is
proposed to be disposed in the public drain. The total power requirement is 3
MW. Total municipal waste generated will be 1000 kg/day. The total parking
proposed is for 438 cars. The total cost of the project is about Rs. 70 Crores.
The
project was considered by EAC in its meeting held on 3-4th March, 2011.
The committee sought additional information on the following points:
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i) The proponent has not complied
with the observations of the committee and tried to justify the responses.
(ii) The
treated wastewater is proposed to be used only for horticulture purposes.
Treated wastewater should be used for flushing of toilets and air conditioning
also in addition to horticulture purposes. Revise and submit the usage of water
along with the water balance.
(iii) The source of water indicated
as ground water where as no permission has been obtained from CGWA.
(iv) Parking norms are also not
revised.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be
considered afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
3.12
Environmental
Clearance for proposed Larica township Bongara (Green Hamlet) at Bongara,
Guwahati Distt , Assam by M/s Larica Estates Ltd. [F.No.21-63/2010-IA.III].
The
project involves construction of a township on a plot area
of 10.82 ha. The total built up area is 91,000 Sq.m. It is proposed to
construct a shopping mall, residential apartments (G+4) and bungalows (G+1).
The total water requirement is 536 KLD (fresh water requirement -490 KLD). The
capacity of STP proposed is 400 KLD. Treated water will be used for
horticulture-46 KLD, the balance 346 KLD is proposed to be disposed in the
public drain. The total power requirement is 3 MW. Total municipal waste
generated will be 1400 kg/day. The total parking proposed is for 710 ECS
(covered parking 410 + open parking 300). The total cost of the project is
about Rs. 70 Crores.
The
project was considered by EAC in its meeting held on 3-4th March,
2011. The committee sought additional information on the following points:
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i) The proponent has not complied
with the observations of the committee and tried to justify the responses.
(ii) The
treated wastewater is proposed to be used only for horticulture purposes.
Treated wastewater should be used for flushing of toilets and air conditioning
also in addition to horticulture purposes. Revise and submit the usage of water
along with the water balance
(iii) The source of water indicated
as ground water where as no permission has been obtained from CGWA.
(iv) Parking norms are also not
revised.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be
considered afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
3.13
Amendment
to the Environmental Clearance issued for the construction of Residential Group
Housing of “Aura” at Sector-110/A, Guragaon, Haryana by M/s. Mahindra Lifespace
Developers Ltd [F.No. 21-1009/2007-IA-III]
The project involves the amendment to the
Environmental Clearance issued for Group Housing Project on plot area of 6.9509
ha. Environment Clearance was accorded by MoEF for the construction of 587
dwelling units & 98 EWS units with a built-up area of 1,31,000 sq.mtr. The
proposed amendment is for 758 nos. dwelling units & 134 EWS units. The
total built-up area and plot area are the same. The proposed building will have
Basement + Ground Floor + 18 floors. The total domestic water requirement is
373 KLD fresh water 284 KLD. The capacity of STP proposed is 400 KLD. Treated
waste water to be used for flushing of toilets is 89 KLD & horticulture 139
KLD. Total solid waste generation will be 1,895 Kg/day. The power requirement
is 4,500 KVA. The total parking spaces proposed are for 844 cars + 954 two
wheelers. Total cost of the project is Rs. 300 Crores.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i) The permission from HUDA for
supply of water for operation phase should indicate quantity, source and time
frame. No
ground water shall be extracted as Gurgaon is a grey area.
(ii) NOC/Clearance
from fire department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(iii) Operation
and Maintenance of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the apartments shall be
ensured even after sale.
The Committee recommends the proposal for
Environmental Clearance with the above conditions in the Clearance letter for
strict compliance by the project proponent.
4.26
Finalization
of ToR for development of Visakhapatnam–Kakinada Corridor for the Establishment
of Petroleum, Chemicals and Petrochemicals Investment Region (VK-PCPIR), Andhra
Pradesh by M/s VK- PCPIR Special Development Authority [F.No.
21-8/2011-IA-III].
The project involves of establishment of Petroleum,
Chemicals & Petrochemicals investment region over 603.58 sq. km (60358 ha.)
which will cover both processing and non-processing zones within the coastal
stretch of the State of Andhra Pradesh between Visakhapatnam and East Godavari
Districts. The processing zone will have industrial areas for petroleum,
chemical and petro-chemical units, logistics and free trade warehousing, common
utilities and services including R&R centers, training centers, institutes,
laboratories and administrative complex. The non-processing zone will include
housing and allied infrastructure areas, green areas and recreation zone. The
processing and non-processing areas will be in the ratio of 44.64%: 55.36%.
84.09 sq.mtr area is already covered under existing project and 113.46 sq.mtr
area is already acquired for proposed project. Balance 71.89 sq.mtr area is
under acquisition. Some of the industrial unites and SEZ proposals have already
obtained Environmental Clearance under EIA Notification. The major water source
will be Yeleru Left Main Canal, Indira Sagar (Polavaram) Left Main Canal,
Samalkota Canal and River Godavari. The total water demand proposed is 1170
MLD. The PCPIR corridor will have three CETPs (Visakhapatnam cluster 4.40 MLD,
Nakkapalle cluster 2.20 MLD and Kakinada cluster 3.25 MLD). There will be four
STPs (3.2 MLD, 2.20 MLD, 2.5 MLD and 1.1 MLD). Total solid waste generation
will be 350 MT/day. The power requirement is 4500 MW. Total estimated cost of
waste water treatment facility will be Rs. 380 crores and total estimated cost
for marine outfall will be Rs. 85 crores. The total cost of the project is Rs.
1937 Crores.
The
project was considered by EAC in its meeting held on 14-15th
February, 2011 and 5-6th April, 2011 but deferred on the request of
the project proponent.
During the discussions, the Committee
finalized the following additional TOR for further study:
(i)
A
separate clearance under CRZ Notification 2011 shall be obtained after the
recommendations from SCZMA of Andhra Pradesh as the project attracts the CRZ
Notification, 2011.
(ii)
The proposal indicates blocking of
the entire coast line of 150 kms. for the development of PCPIR. Examine and
submit an alternative plan not to block the entire coast line. Industries which require the
coast may be identified and plan near the coast line. Other industries should
be planned in a manner which may be shifted to inner areas.
(iii)
Alternative sites also should have been evaluated on relevant
parameters in which impact on the nearby settlements should be included and
also the agricultural productivity of land; describe the environmental concerns
addressed in the site selection.
(iv)
Examine in detail the proposed site with reference to impact on
infrastructure covering water supply, storm water drainage, sewerage, power,
etc., and the disposal of treated/raw wastes from the park on land/water body
and into sewerage system.
(v)
Examine the land use of the area with reference to Master
plan/developmental plan of Visakhapatnam, Kakinada and other townships to
ascertain whether the development plan requires any changes.
(vi)
Study the socio-economic situation of the project area and its
surroundings and their impact on the project design and operation. The
PCPIR will have a direct facility for the employment of 1.2 million people.
What will be strategy for the housing and other infrastructure facilities
proposed for such a large population?
(vii) Study the existing flora and
fauna of the area including the marine life and the impact of the project on
them. Also examine the erosion of coast line.
(viii) The baseline data
should also include mangroves, mud flats and sand dunes etc.
(ix)
Sources
of water and their potential should be clearly identified. Proposals for
conservation of water and harnessing rain water harvesting potential should be
incorporated in the project. Rain water harvesting
proposals should be made with due safeguards for ground water quality. Maximize
recycling of water and utilization of rain water.
(x)
Examine water quality with reference to Persistent Organic
Pollutants.
(xi)
Energy
conservation and use of energy from renewable sources, such as solar energy and
potential for wind energy should be assessed.
(xii) Clear recommendation may be
stated whether to mix domestic and industrial wastewater.
(xiii) Study the hydrological and geo-hydrological
conditions of the project area.
Include a contour plan indicating slopes and showing drainage pattern and outfall.
(xiv)
Examine and submit details about the resettlement
and rehabilitation of project-affected persons, including fishermen, in the
nearby villages, in accordance with the national resettlement and rehabilitation
policy.
(xv)
Consider the application of industrial ecology concept for
planning.
(xvi)
Submit development strategy. Industries should be grouped on the
basis of their nature e.g. water polluting near STP, air polluting according to
metrological consideration with respect and large size industries.
(xvii) Storm water
drainage and outfall may be described.
(xviii) Examine soil
characteristics, topography, rainfall pattern and soil erosion.
(xix) STP
and water treatment plant should not be near each other.
(xx)
Management of wastes discharged by the industrial units and the
service facilities, especially the CETP may be described.
(xxi)
Identification of recyclable wastes and waste utilization
arrangements may be made.
(xxii) Common facilities
for waste collection, treatment, recycling and disposal (all effluent, emission
and refuse including MSW, biomedical and hazardous wastes). Explore possibility
of generating biogas from decomposable wastes.
(xxiii) Arrangements for
hazardous waste management may be described.
(xxiv) Provisions made
for safety in storage of materials, products and wastes may be described.
(xxv)
Risk assessment and disaster management plan should include the
impacts during tides, severe winds, cyclone and tsunami.
(xxvi) Traffic
management plan including parking and loading/ unloading areas may be
described. Traffic survey should be carried out on week days and week end.
(xxvii) Odour mitigation
plan may be described. Also make provision of green belt as a measure for
mitigation of dust and noise and buffer between habitation and industry.
(xxviii) Make provision for guard pond
and similar provisions for safety against failure in the operation of
wastewater treatment facilities. Identify acceptable outfall for treated
effluent. No discharge into sea, except if required
(xxix)
Examine the impact of transfer of material and machinery on the
surrounding area including the impact of tunnel, bridge and other works needed
during construction on environment and ongoing activities like navigation.
(xxx) Submit details of
fuel intended to be used in captive TPS.
(xxxi)
Submit a copy of the clearances already received.
(xxxii)
Examine the IMD data with reference to the rose diagram and
rainfall pattern.
(xxxiii) EMP should
include technical and institutional aspects for pre-treatment by constituent
units.
(xxxiv) Use of local
building materials should be described. The provisions of fly ash notification
should be kept in view.
(xxxv)
Landscape
plan, Aesthetic
& cultural details, green belts and open spaces may be described.
(xxxvi) Environmental
Management Plan should be accompanied with Environmental Monitoring Plan and
environmental cost and benefit assessment.
(xxxvii) Examine
separately the details for construction and operation phases both for
Environmental Management Plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan.
(xxxviii) The facilities to
be provided in the PCPIR should be detailed out.
(xxxix)
Make assessment of any regulatory measure in view of the
environmental and social impacts of the project (such as unauthorized
development around the PCPIR).
General Guidelines:
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
Public
hearing to be conducted for the project as per provisions of Environmental
Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and the issues raised by the public should
be addresses in the Environmental Management Plan. A detailed draft EIA/EMP
report should be prepared as per the above additional TOR and should be
submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
Any further
clarification on carrying out the above studies including anticipated impacts
due to the project and mitigative measure, project proponent can refer to the
model ToR available on Ministry website.
4.27 Environmental Clearance for proposed Shopping Mall
& Community living project at Survey Nos. 12/5, 12/6, village Nemon, Taluk
Trivandrum, District Trivandrum, Kerala by M/s Kuriakose Elias Trust for
Communication & Development. [F.No. 21-48/2010-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of Shopping Complex and a Community Living
project on a plot area of 3.2834 ha. The total built-up area is 1,95,021.58
sq.m.It is proposed to construct 236 Residential units, Health Club with Swimming
Pool and Retail area, multiplex, food court etc. in 4 towers(3 Basements +
Podium +19 Floors). The total water
requirement is 222.049 KLD (fresh water requirement is 125.689 KLD).The
capacity of STP proposed is 240 KLD. Treated waste water to be used for
flushing of toilets 96.36 KLD, horticulture 36.18 KLD & Cooling purposes
47.31 KLD.Total solid waste generation will be 1,519.45 Kg/day.The power
requirement is 7,500 KVA. The total parking spaces proposed are for 1,253 cars
+ 150 two wheelers. Total cost of the project is Rs. 222.21 Crores.
The proposal was considered earlier in the 93rd EAC meeting held on 9th-10thth November 2010 and ToR was given on 26.11.2010. The details submitted and presented were examined by the committee.
During discussions following points
emerged:
(i)
The total height of the building shall not be more
than 60 m, due to the non-availability of sufficient fire fighting facilities
in the area.
(ii)
The storm water drainage shall be worked out after analyzing the
contour levels of the site and the surrounding area and the capacity of storm
water drainage.
The Committee recommends the proposal for
Environment Clearance
with the above conditions in the Clearance letter for strict compliance by the
project proponent.
4.28 Environmental Clearance for the proposed
Office building at Village Sikohpur, Sector-47, Gurgaon, Haryana by M/s.
Pramil Jindal Pvt. Ltd [F.No.367/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III].
The project involves
construction proposed office building project on a plot area of 18,951 Sq. m. The total built up area is 58,013.97
Sq. m. The project will
have 3 Basements + Ground Floor + 20 floors) with a height of 99.7 meters. The
total water requirement proposed is 199.56 KLD
(fresh water requirement - 81 KLD). The capacity of STP is about 150 KLD.
Treated water will be used for flushing/horticulture/DG cooling/ Recreational
purposes &road washing& irrigation of agricultural land – 124.8 KLD.
The total power requirement is 4000 KVA. Total solid waste generation will be
0.5 T/day. The total parking spaces for group housing proposed are 794 ECS.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved Sector
Plan of Sector 82
A. Superimpose the site on the sector plan showing the
approach roads.
(ii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iv)
There are
lot of mismatching in the data/ information in the application and EIA report,
which needs to be reviewed and resubmitted.
(v)
Examine and submit the
details of the impact on traffic due to the project during construction and
operation phases.
(vi)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(vii)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(viii)
Proposal indicates 81 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(ix)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(x)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(xi)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.29 Environmental
Clearance for the Development of Industrial Estate at sector 38, phase II &
Rai of HSIDC, by HSIDC Haryana by M/s. HSIDC [F.No. 21-1046/2007]
The project involves development of
Industrial-Hub including integrated sites for industrial, commercial &
institutional areas on a plot area of 343.2 ha.
It is proposed to develop plots for Paint Technology Park, Automobile, General
engineering, Gems and jewellery and Auxiliary industries. The total water
requirement proposed is 8 MLD. The total power
requirement is 35.7 MW. Total solid waste generation will be 11.25 T/day. The
total cost of the project is about Rs. 160 Crores.
The proposal earlier considered in the 37th
meeting of the additional EAC held on 28th – 29th
February, 2008 and 30th meeting held on 23rd – 24th
May, 2008 and ToR was issued to the project proponent. During discussions it was informed that Public hearing is not yet
conducted.
The Committee deferred the project and ask the proponent to
get the public hearing conducted as per the provisions of EIA Notification 2006 and the
issues raised by the public should be addresses in the Environmental Management
Plan.
A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the TOR issued
earlier and should be submitted to the Ministry as per the Notification.
General Guidelines:
(i)
The EIA document shall be printed on
both sides, as for as possible.
(ii)
The status of accreditation of the EIA
consultant with NABET/QCI shall be specifically mentioned. The consultant shall
certify that his accreditation is for the sector for which this EIA is
prepared.
(iii)
On the front page of EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the consultant/consultancy firm along with their complete details
including their accreditation, if any shall be indicated. The consultant while
submitting the EIA/EMP report shall give an undertaking to the effect that the
prescribed TORs (TOR proposed by the project proponent and additional TOR given
by the MoEF) have been complied with and the data submitted is factually
correct (Refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August, 2009).
(iv)
While submitting the EIA/EMP reports,
the name of the experts associated with/involved in the preparation of these
reports and the laboratories through which the samples have been got analysed
should be stated in the report. It shall clearly be indicated whether these
laboratories are approved under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the
rules made there under (Please refer MoEF office memorandum dated 4th August,
2009). The project leader of the EIA study shall also be mentioned.
(v)
All the TOR points as presented before
the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) shall be covered.
4.30 Environmental
Clearance for the Construction of Group Housing Complex at Sector-86, Gurgaon,
Haryana by M/s. Depanshu Projects Pvt. Ltd [F.No.21-36/2011-IA.III]
The
project involves the construction of a Group Housing Complex on a plot area of
59,258.11 Sq.m. The total build-up area is 1,48,623.86 Sq. m. The total water requirementis-554 KLD Fresh
326 KLD. The capacity of STP proposed is- 490 KLD. The treated waste water will
be used for flushing- 140 / horticulture- 51 and DG cooling-9 KLD. The total power requirement will be 4122 KW. Total solid waste generation will be 1835
Kg/day. The total parking spaces proposed are 932 ECS. The total cost of the
project is 203.71 Crores.
The project was placed before the EAC in its meeting held on 17-19th
August, 2011. The project Proponent requested to defer the project they have
revised the project and their total built up area is now more than 1,50,000 sqm
and they will be submitting a revised proposal for obtaining Environmental
Clearance.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(ii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iii)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(iv)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(v)
Proposal indicates 326 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(vi)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(vii)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(viii)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.31 Environmental
Clearance for the Construction of Commercial Complex at Plot No.1, Village
Medawas, Sector-65, Gurgaon, Haryana by M/s. Arnon Builders & Developers.
As
presented by the project proponent, the propose project is to be developed
separately on two plots A and plot B as both the plots purchased separately and
files for Environmental Clearance to SEIAA separately. The ownership of both the plots is in the
name of Arnon Builders & Developers. The details of the both the plots are as
under;
PLOT A (File no : SEIAA/HR/2011/398
Commercial
complex including shops and offices , Multiplex is planned to be developed at
Plot A at village Medawas at sector 65 Gurgaon by M/s Arnon Builders and
Developers Pvt. Ltd. on plot area 14014.06 m2 (3.46acres). 4403.84m2 of ground coverage
will be achieved. The Maximum floors in the commercial complex will be G+17 in
one tower with height of tower as 80 m. One basement is provided with covered
area of 9824.52m2. The built up area of the complex will be 34012.45m2. 4581
No. of persons will be working/ visiting the complex. Total water requirement
of the complex will be 284 KLD out of which 174 KLD will be net water
requirement and 117 KLD will be sewage generation for which STP of 140 KLD
based on MMR technology will be installed within the complex. The electric load
of 2182.08 KVA is proposed for which 2 DG sets of 1250KVA and 1DG set of 500
KVA will be provided for providing 100% power backup.
PLOT B (File no : SEIAA/HR/2011/399
Commercial
complex including shops and offices is planned to be developed at Plot B at
village Medawas at sector 65 Gurgaon by M/s Arnon Builders and Developers Pvt.
Ltd. on plot area 13075.20 m2 (3.23acres). 4901.23 m2 of ground coverage will
be achieved. The maximum floors in the commercial complex will be G+21 in one
tower with height of tower as 88.4 m. One basement is proposed provided with
covered area of 8989.75m2. The built up area of the complex will be 31748.43m2.
3725 No. of persons will be working / visiting the complex. Total water
requirement of the complex will be 266 KLD out of which 173 KLD will be net
water requirement and 98 KLD will be sewage generation for which STP of 120 KLD
based on MMR technology will be installed within the complex. The electric load
of 2364.41 KVA is proposed for which 2 DG sets of 1250KVA and 1DG set of 500
KVA will be provided for providing 100% power backup.
During
discussions, following points emerged:
(i)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(ii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iii)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(iv)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(v)
Proposal indicates 347 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(vi)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(vii)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(viii)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.32 Environmental
Clearance for Expansion of Group Housing project at Sector-78, Gurgaon,
Haryana, by M/s. Siyona Construction Pvt. Ltd.
[F.No.409/SEIAA (H)/2011-IA.III].
The project involves construction proposed Group
Housing on a plot area of 30,068.10 Sq.
m (7.4 acres). The total built up area is 56,570.64 Sq.
m. (The project will have 7 towers (Basement + stilt + 12 floors). The total
water requirement proposed is 188.5 KLD
(fresh water requirement - 106 KLD). The capacity of STP is about 170 KLD.
Treated water will be used for flushing/horticulture/DG cooling/ Recreational
purposes &road washing& irrigation of agricultural land – 118 KLD. The
total power requirement is 1,869.16 KVA. Total solid waste generation will be
909.75 kg/day. The total parking spaces for group housing proposed are 690 ECS.
The total cost of the project is about Rs. 95 Crores.
The project was reconsidered by EAC in its meeting
held on 17-19th August, 2011. The
Committee noted that details submitted and presented indicate the details of
existing and proposed development and the appraisal of existing proposal is not
requested for. The existing and proposed parts are divided by a road. The
Committee suggested that existing part should be separated out (clearance
obtained for existing) and only the proposed part should be submitted. The
revised details submitted by the project proponent were examined by the
committee.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the
approved sector plan.
(ii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iv)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(v)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(vi)
Proposal indicates 347 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(vii)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(viii)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(ix)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
(x)
Submit Environmental
monitoring plan.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.33 Environmental
Clearance for the Construction of Commercial Complex at Sector-48, Sohna Road,
Gurgaon, Haryana by M/s. Vipul Limited [F.No.411/SEIAA(H)/2011-IA.III]
The project involves
construction Commercial Complex “Vipul Business Work” on a plot area of
14,746.74 Sq. m. The total built up area is 40,700.48 Sq. m. The project will have Ground
Floor + 11 floors with maximum height of 52.80 m. The total water requirement
proposed is 244 KLD (fresh water requirement – 189.75 KLD). The capacity of STP
is about 135 KLD. Treated water will be used for flushing/horticulture/cooling-140
KLD. The total power requirement is 2500
KVA. Total solid waste generation will be 0.5 T/day. The total parking spaces
for proposed are 390 ECS.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i) Submit a copy of the
approved sector plan.
(ii) Entrance road should be
widened to minimum 9.0 mts.
(iii) Provisions shall be made
for Bus parking also.
(iv) Submit
details about Infrastructure available as site and surrounding area.
(v)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(vi)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(vii) Operation and Maintenance of the STP, Solid Waste
Management of the building shall be ensured.
(viii) Proposal
indicates 347 KLD of fresh water, without assured source of water supply. Overexploited
groundwater and impending severe shortage of water supply in the region
requires the developer to redraw the water and energy conservation
plan. Developer shall submit details of good practices that have been
included in the project to reduce the overall footprint of the proposed
development including a detailed water balance along with source and quantities
of potable and non-potable water requirement (including water
requirement during construction phase) incorporating water
efficiency/savings measures as well as water reuse/recycling within 3 months to
the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before the start of construction.
(ix) In view
of water resources sustainability and severe constraints of water supply
augmentation in the region the developer will submit NOC from CGWA
specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/ utility provider
indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with details of
intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be submitted within 3
months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before the start of
construction.
(x)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(xi)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing observation,
the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be reconsidered afresh
after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.34 Environmental
Clearance for the Ware House Project at Village- Bilashpur Gurgaon, Haryana by
M/s. Suresh Kumar & Others. [F.No.21-49/2011-IA.III]
The project involves
construction proposed Ware House on a plot area of 53,443.35 Sq. m (13.20
acres). The total built up area is 27,406.40 Sq. m. The total water requirement
proposed is 15KLD (fresh water requirement – 12.14 KLD). The capacity of STP is
about 5 KLD. Treated water will be used for flushing/horticulture. The total
power requirement is 25 KVA. Total solid waste generation will be 60.95 Kg/day.
The total parking spaces for Ware House proposed are 276 ECS.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i)
Submit details the type
of storage proposed in the warehousing.
(ii)
Submit details of
Surface drainage and outfall.
(iii)
Provisions should be
made for truck parking/ loading and unloading and also submit a circulation
plan.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be
considered afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
4.35 Environmental
Clearance for the Construction of 236 Residential Flats at Ganapathy,
Coimbatore District, Tamil Nadu by M/s. Lakshmi Machine Works Limited.
[F.No.21-50/2011-IA.III].
The project involves
construction Residential apartments on a plot area of 19,271
Sq. m. The total built up area is 28,887.29 Sq. m. It is proposed to construct
236 residential flats (3 bed rooms- 64, 2 bed room-124 and 1 bed room- 48). The
project will have 5 blocks with Stilt+ Ground Floor + 3 floors & 1 block
with Stilt+ Ground Floor + 2 floors. The
total water requirement proposed is 200 KLD (fresh water requirement – KLD). The capacity of STP is about 175 KLD.
Treated water will be used for flushing- 44 KLD & irrigation &
gardening-133 KLD. The total power
requirement is 1340.50 KVA. Total solid waste generation will be 520 Kg/day.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit details of site and
surrounding area Including Google image.
(ii)
Water is to be calculated
on the bases of 135/pcpd. Submit water balance chart including use of treated
waste water for flushing of toilets and horticulture purposes.
(iii)
Submit details of disposal
of the demolition material. AC sheets etc.
(iv)
Parking provisions shall be
made as per MoEF guidelines.
In
view of the foregoing observations, the proposal is deferred and shall be considered
afresh after the above observations are addressed and submitted for
reconsideration.
4.36 Environmental
Clearance for the construction of “5 Star Hotel” at Village Dhunela, Tehsil
Sohna, District Gurgaon, Haryana by M/S
Pioneer Urban Land & Infrastructure Ltd [F.No.21-51/2011-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of a hotel on a plot area
of 54,414.63 Sq.m. The total built up area is 1,34,827 Sq.m. It is proposed to
construct a 5 Star hotel with 100 rooms with retail shopping and conference facilities
(2 Basements + Ground floor + 7 floors) and 10 villas. The total water
requirement is 121.396 KLD (fresh water requirement -77.932 KLD). The capacity
of STP proposed is 131 KLD. Treated water will be used for horticulture-54.866
KLD, flushing-43.464 KLD. The total power requirement is 10,000 KW. Total
municipal waste generated will be 721.90 kg/day. The total parking proposed is
for 1885 cars. The total cost of the project is about Rs. 104.786 Crores.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved sector plan.
(ii)
Entrance road should be widened to minimum 9.0 mts.
(iii)
Provisions shall be made for Bus parking also.
(iv)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(v)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(vi)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(vii)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(viii)
Proposal indicates 77.932 KLD of fresh water, without assured
source of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water reuse/recycling
within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before the start
of construction.
(ix)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(x)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(xi)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.37 Environmental
Clearance for the construction of Group Housing Complex at Sector-79, Gurgaon,
Haryana by M/s. Tirupathi Buildplaza
Pvt.Ltd. [F.No.21-52/2011-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of group housing complex plot area
of 40,468.25 Sq.m. The total built up area is 1,08,964.939 Sq.m. The total
water requirement is 438 KLD (domestic water requirement -244 KLD). The
capacity of STP proposed is 360 KLD. Treated water will be used for
gardening-85 KLD and flushing-104 KLD. The total power requirement is 2151 KW.
Total municipal waste generated will be 1307 kg/day. The total parking proposed
is for 1240 ECS.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved sector plan including a contour plan.
(ii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iv)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(v)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(vi)
Proposal indicates 244 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(vii)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(viii)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(ix)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
In
view of the foregoing observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The
proposal shall be reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed
and submitted.
4.35
Environmental
Clearance for the construction of SRS Nest – “5 Star Hotel & 2 Motels” at
Prithala village, District Palwal, Haryana by M/s. SRS Real Infrastructure Ltd. [F.No.21-53/2011-IA.III]
The
project involves construction of a hotel on a plot area
of 57,473.9 Sq.m. The total built up area is 50,515.99 Sq.m. It is proposed to
construct a 5 Star hotel (152 rooms) and 2 motels (58 rooms). The total water
requirement is 780 KLD (domestic water requirement -624 KLD). The capacity of
STP proposed is 770 KLD. Treated water will be used for gardening-60 KLD,
flushing-156 KLD and cooling-320 KLD. The total power requirement is 7530 KVA.
The total parking proposed is for 884 ECS. The total cost of the project is
about Rs. 70 Crores.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved sector plan.
(ii)
Entrance road should be widened to minimum 9.0 mts.
(iii)
Provisions shall be made for Bus parking also.
(iv)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(v)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(vi)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(vii)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(viii)
Proposal indicates 624 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water
reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh
before the start of construction.
(ix)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(x)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted,
quality of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to
supply or for making water available to developer.
(xi)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
Compliance with ECBE guidelines shall be submitted.
In view of the foregoing
observation, the committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be
reconsidered afresh after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.39 Environmental
Clearance for the Group Housing Project “ICONIC TOWER” at Sector-2A, Village- Dharuhera, Rewari,
Haryana by M/s. Raheja Developers Ltd. [F.No.21-55/2011-IA.III]
The project involves
construction proposed Group Housing on a plot area of 34,523.68 Sq. m (8.53
acres). The total built up area is 85,140.29 Sq. m. The total water requirement
proposed is 361 KLD (fresh water requirement – 219 KLD). The capacity of STP is
about 320 KLD. Treated water will be used for flushing/horticulture/DG cooling/
Recreational purposes &road washing & irrigation of agricultural land –
90 KLD. The total power requirement is 4500 KVA. Total solid waste generation
will be 1,627 Kg/day. The total parking spaces for group housing proposed are
1,001 ECS. The total cost of the project is about Rs. 78 Crores.
During the discussion following
points emerged:
(i)
Submit a copy of the approved sector plan including a contour plan.
(ii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iii)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(iv)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(v)
Provisions shall be made
for parking for commercial areas.
(vi)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(vii)
Proposal indicates 200 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. HUDA will supply the water in 2-3 years. Overexploited
groundwater and impending severe shortage of water supply in the region
requires the developer to redraw the water and energy conservation
plan. Developer shall submit details of good practices that have been
included in the project to reduce the overall footprint of the proposed
development including a detailed water balance along with source and quantities
of potable and non-potable water requirement (including water
requirement during construction phase) incorporating water efficiency/ savings
measures as well as water reuse/recycling within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional
office at Chandigarh before the start of construction.
(viii)
In view of water resources sustainability and severe
constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will
submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/
utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with
details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and shall be
submitted within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before
the start of construction.
(ix)
The
sources of water need to be include quantity, source surface/ground) – in case
of an agency or supplier also. The agency, supplier and permission from CGWA if
required has to specify quantity of water supplied/ extraction permitted, quality
of water with particular use specified and time period commitment to supply or
for making water available to developer.
(x)
In
view of the water/energy scarcity the developer need to submit details of
design and planning of project with along with energy and resource efficiency
(including water efficiency) to reduce footprint of the project. Details on
building material used from embodied energy point of view need to be provided.
In view of the foregoing observation, the
committee deferred the proposal. The proposal shall be reconsidered afresh
after the above observation is addressed and submitted.
4.40 Environmental
Clearance for Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs at Manesar, Gugaon, Haryana
by M/s. Ministry of Home Affairs [F. No. 21-56/2011-IA.III]
The project involves construction of an institute on a plot area of 5.625 ha. The total built up area of the project proposed
is 36,815.736 Sq.m. The project will have Basement + Ground floor + 8 floors.
The total water requirement proposed is 550 KLD (domestic water requirement
-200 KLD). The capacity of STP is about 0.15 MLD. Treated water will be used
for HVAC cooling/ gardening–135 KLD. The total power requirement is 3750 KVA.
Total solid waste generation will be 135 Kg/day. The total parking spaces
proposed are 830 cars. The total cost of the project is about Rs. 142 Crores.
During
the discussion following points emerged:
(i)
It was informed that construction was started about
a year back and is at the final stages. The constructions carried out without
obtaining prior Environmental Clearance under EIA Notification 2006. The above
construction/ development is in violation of Environmental (Protection) Act
1986. The violation has to be dealt as per OM No. No.J-11013/41/2006-IA. II (I)
dated 16th November 2010. Information should be sent to State
Government to initiate action against the violation.
(ii)
Submit a copy of the approved sector plan.
(iii)
Submit details about Infrastructure
available as site and surrounding area.
(iv)
The information with
respect to Ground water depth, various rules/ regulations applicable to the
project has not been provided in the application Form. Revised Form addressing
the above including their compliance shall be submitted.
(v)
NOC/Clearance from fire
department shall be obtained prior to start of work.
(vi)
Operation and Maintenance
of the STP, Solid Waste Management of the building shall be ensured.
(vii)
Proposal indicates 200 KLD of fresh water, without assured source
of water supply. Overexploited groundwater and impending severe shortage of
water supply in the region requires the developer to redraw the water and
energy conservation plan. Developer shall submit details of good
practices that have been included in the project to reduce the overall
footprint of the proposed development including a detailed water balance
along with source and quantities of potable and non-potable water
requirement (including water requirement during construction
phase) incorporating water efficiency/savings measures as well as water reuse/recycling
within 3 months to the Ministry/ Regional office at Chandigarh before the start
of construction.
(viii) In view of water resources sustainability and severe constraints of water supply augmentation in the region the developer will submit NOC from CGWA specifying water abstraction quantities and NOC from HUDA/ utility provider indicating source of water supply and quantity of water with details of intended use of water - potable and non-potable and sha