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HARYANA POWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (World Bank Funded)

ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN - PACKAGE G6 March 2009 Rev 0

Prepared for: Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL)

Prepared by: SMEC (India) Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon

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Consultancy Service for Preparation of RRAP and EMP for World Bank Aided Project of HVPNL

Preliminary EMP – Package G6

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sl No. Particulars Page No.

1.0 INTRODUCTION 1 - 2

1.1 General 1

1.2 Brief Profile of HVPNL 1

1.3 Project Objective 1

2.0 POLICY, LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK 3 - 10

2.1 Environmental and Social Policy & Procedures (ESPP) of HVPNL 3

2.2 Salient Features of the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 4

2.3 Salient Features of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 7

2.4 Other Applicable Statutory Environmental Clearances 7

2.4.1 Declaration of eco-sensitive zones by Haryana Government 8

2.5 Project Categorisation 8

2.5.1 Categorisation Criteria of MoEF 8

2.5.2 Categorisation Criteria of World Bank 8

3.0 PROJECT SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY 11 - 12

3.1 Project Categorisation as per MoEF and World Bank 11

3.2 Scope of the Study 11

3.3 Methodology 11

4.0 PROJECT BASELINE ENVIRONMENT 13 – 18

4.1 Meteorology 13

4.2 Physical Environment 14

4.2.1 Land Resources 14

4.2.2 Ambient Air Quality 16

4.2.3 Water Resources 16

4.2.4 Noise Environment 17

4.3 Biological Environment 17

4.3.1 Flora 17

4.3.2 Fauna 17

4.4 Socio-economic Environment 17

5.0 DESCRIPTION OF SUB PROJECTS 19 - 40

5.1 The Sub Projects 19

5.1.1 Sub-Project 1 - 220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line 20

5.1.2 Sub-Project 2 - 220 kV D/C line from proposed 400 KV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 22



Sl No. Particulars Page No.

220 KV sub station A-6 Faridabad

5.1.3 Sub-Project 3 - LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar)

S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sangwan (Tosham) 24

5.1.4 Sub-Project 4 - 220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwalli (Panchkula) 26

5.1.5 Sub-Project 5 - LILO of one circuit of 220 KV Panchkula- Tepla Line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali

(Panchkula) 29

5.1.6 Sub-Project 6 - LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at 132 KV S/Stn Kairu (Bhiwani) 31

5.1.7 Sub-Project 7 - 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV

Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub station Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh) 33

5.1.8 Sub-Project 8 - 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV

Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub station Pali (Gurgaon)- 10 km (Package G6) 35

5.1.9 Sub-Project 9 - LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi) 37

5.1.10 Sub-Project 10 - LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS- Chandauli line at 132 KV S/Stn

Kabri (Panipat) 39

6.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 41 – 44

6.1 During Construction Activities 41

6.2 During Operation Activities 43

7.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 45 - 48

7.1 Components of EMP 45

7.2 Impacts, Mitigation and Institutional Responsibilities 45

7.3 Institutional Framework 45

7.3.1 EMP Implementation by HVPNL 45

7.3.2 EMP Implementation by Independent Agency 47

7.4 Capacity Building 48

7.5 Environmental Monitoring 48

7.6 Environmental Budget 48

8.0 STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 49 – 52

8.1 Institutional Stakeholders’ Consultation 49

8.2 Public Consultation 49

8.3 Purpose 50

8.4 Process Adopted 50

8.5 Outcome of Public Consultation 50

9.0 FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 53 - 58

9.1 Specific Findings and Recommendations of each sub project 53



LIST OF TABLES

Table No. Description Page No.

1.0 Abstract of the Grid Substations 1

1.1 Comprehensive Capacity Addition Program under 11th Five Year Plan 2

2.0 ROW Clearance Requirement between Conductors and Trees 4

2.1 Clearance Requirements for Laying of Transmission Lines 8

4.0 Ambient Air Quality in Sample Locations in the State of Haryana 16

4.1 Socio-Economic Profile of Haryana 17

5.0 Length of Transmission lines under Package G-6 19

5.1 Assessment of Alternatives for Sub Project 1 20










7.0 Environmental Budget for Package G6 48

8.0 List of stakeholders during Institutional Consultation 49

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure

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Description Page No.

2.0 Procedure for obtaining forest clearance 6

4.0 Typical rainfall distribution in Haryana 13

4.1 Principal landforms in Haryana 15

4.2 Basic soil associations in Haryana 15

6.0 Excavation for tower erection for 400kv transmission line 41

7.0 Three tier Institutional body at HVPNL 46



LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure No. Description Page No.

I PROJECT AREA DEMARCATION ON DISTRICT PLANNING MAP 59

II PHOTOGRAPHS OF PROJECT SITE ALONG THE PROPOSED TRANSMISSION LINE 62

III PROPOSED TRANSMISSION LINE ON TOPOGRAPHIC SHEET 72

IV ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN 82

V ATTENDANCE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION 89

VI PHOTOGRAPHS OF STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTATION 143

LIST OF APPENDIX

Annexure No. Description

I MoEF NOTIFICATION ON ARAVALLI HILLS



LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

HPGCL Haryana Power Generation Corporation Ltd

UHBVNL Uttar Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Ltd

DHBVNL Dakshin Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Ltd.

ESPP Environmental And Social Policy And Procedures

BBMB Bhakra Beas Management Board

PGCIL Power Grid Corporation Of India Ltd

ROW Right Of Way

MoEF Ministry Of Environment And Forest

EIA Environment Impact Assessment

EA Environment Assessment

ESO Environment Safety Officer

ESIU Environment & Social Implementation Unit

ESMC Environment & Social Monitoring Committee

PPEs Personal Protective Equipments

O & M Operation And Maintenance

CPCB Central Pollution Control Board

DFO District Forest Officer

OP Operational Policy

SPCB State Pollution Control Board


Preliminary EMP – Package G6 1

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 General

Haryana, a small state in northern India was constituted as a state of India on 1st November, 1966 with

Chandigarh as its capital. Haryana's geographical proximity to the national capital New Delhi and a well-

developed telecom and transportation infrastructure are its major strengths in the economic field.

Haryana has a total of 81 cities and towns and 6,759 villages. For administrative purpose, the state is divided into

four divisions - Ambala, Rohtak, Gurgaon and Hisar. Geographically, Haryana is situated between 270 37' to 300

35' latitude and 740 28' to 770 36' longitude. The altitude of the state varies between 700 ft to 900 ft above the sea

level. The state is surrounded by Uttar Pradesh (U.P) on its eastern border, Punjab on its western border,

Uttranchal, Himachal Pradesh & Shivalik Hills on its northern border and Delhi, Rajasthan and Aravali Hills on its

southern border.

1.2 Brief Profile of HVPNL

The State’s power sector was restructured on August 14, 1998. At present, Haryana power sector comprises of

four wholly State-owned Nigams i.e. Haryana Power Generation Corporation Ltd (HPGCL), Haryana Vidyut

Prasaran Nigam Ltd. (HVPNL), Uttar Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Ltd. (UHBVNL) & Dakshin Haryana Vidyut

Prasaran Nigam Ltd. (DHBVNL), which are responsible for power generation, transmission and distribution in the

State.

With its commitment towards planning of transmission projects in due consideration with minimum adverse

environmental & social impacts and hence providing sustainable development, HVPNL has developed its

Corporate Environmental and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP) to address the environment and socio-

economic issues arising from its activities. The ESPP outlines HVPNL's approach and commitment to deal with

environmental and social issues, relating to its transmission projects, and lays out management procedures and

protocols to alleviate the same. The ESPP includes framework for identification, assessment, and management of

environmental and social concerns at both organizational and project levels.

An abstract of present scenario of Grid substations under HVPNL is given in Table 1.0.

Table 1.0: Abstract of the Grid Substations

Sl. No. Name of substation No. of substation as on 31.03.2008

1 400 kV substation 6 (PGCIL) + 2 (BBMB) = 8

2 220 kV substation 32 + 8 (BBMB) = 40

3 132 kV substation 120

4 66 kV substation 104

Source: ESPP, September 2008

This report has hence been prepared in due considerations with environmental and social policies and

procedures laid down in the ESPP.

1.3 Project Objective

To meet the growing power demand in the state, Haryana Power System Improvement Project has been

formulated to improve the transmission and distribution scenario in the state through strategic investments in the



infrastructure and institutions with loan assistance from World Bank. The project will be implemented through

HVPNL, UHVBNL, and DHVBNL.

For meeting power load growth & evacuation of the proposed capacity (expected 14 % growth) addition of power,

HVPNL has made a comprehensive transmission expansion program at an estimated cost of Rs.7643 crore

during 11th five year plan, which is given in Table 1.1.

Table 1.1: Comprehensive Capacity Addition Program under 11th Five Year Plan

Source of installed capacity 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12

State Owned Projects 1587.40 1587.40 1587.40 1587.40 1587.40

Central Sector Share 1514.40 1514.40 1514.40 1514.40 1514.40

Shared Projects - BBMB & IP 937.50 937.50 937.50 937.50 937.50

DCRTPP Yamuna Nagar 600.00 600.00 600.00 600.00 600.00

Hisar TPS (600X2) Mega Plant Status 1100.00 1100.00 1100.00

Jhajjar Case- II ~ (1150 ± 15%)* 1150.00 1150.00

Aravali STPS, Jhajjar (500*3) {Haryana: Delhi - 50:50}

750.00 750.00

Additional availability through PPA with IPPs/CPSU

111.70 233.70 876.70 1126.70 1930.70

Yamuna Nagar Extension 300.00 300.00

Faridabad Gas 432.00 432.00

Total Capacity (MW) 4751.00 4873.00 6616.00 9498.00 10302.0

Total Available Capacity (at 80% PLF) 3800.80 3898.40 5292.80 7598.40 8241.60

Source: ESPP, September 2008



2.0 POLICY, LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

As per provision contained in Haryana Electricity Reforms Act 1997 & Electricity Act, 2003 Acts, HVPNL has

authority to install transmission towers in any kind of land.

Mandatory environment requirements for HVPNL transmission works includes Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980,

Environment (Protection) Act 1986, Indian Electricity Rules 1956, Hazardous Waste (Management & Handling)

Rules 2003, Conservation of Natural resource related laws, Environment requirement of World Bank OP4.36 on

forest, World Bank OP 4.11 on physical cultural resources, World Bank OP 4.04 on natural habitats.

2.1 Environmental and Social Policy & Procedures (ESPP) of HVPNL

HVPNL is committed to identify, assess, and manage environmental and social concerns at both organization and

project levels by strictly following the basic principles of avoidance, minimization and mitigation of environmental

& social impacts with the improvement of Management System and introduction of State of the Art and proven

technologies. The power transmission system includes and incorporates the transmission line, its right of way

(ROW), Switchyards, Sub-stations. The principle structure of the transmission line includes the line itself,

conductors, towers supports etc. The voltage capacity of the transmission line affects the sizes required for

principal structures. The ROW in which transmission line is constructed ranges in width from 18 meters (66 kV) to

52 meters (for 400 kV line). The key principals of HVPNL environmental and social policy (ESPP) are:

Avoid carrying out operations in environmentally sensitive areas such as forests, national park, and

biosphere reserves;

Consider environmental implications of location, terrain, and sensitive areas in impact identification and

mitigate these with innovative / practical engineering solutions;

Application of efficient and safe technology practices;

Abate pollution in all its activities and operations;

Minimizing energy losses and promote energy efficiency in all activities;

Avoid any disruption of socially sensitive areas with regard to human habitation and areas of cultural

significance;

Wherever losses are suffered, assistance will be provided to the affected persons to improve or at least

regain their living standards;

Consultations will be held among local population regarding finalization of proposed route of the

transmission lines and sub-stations;

Ensure in delivering R&R entitlements and compensation for lost assets based on HVPNL’s entitlement

framework;

Involuntary resettlement will be avoided or minimized by exploring all viable alternative project designs;

All adversely affected persons including those without title to land will be provided assistance to improve or

regain their living standards to the pre project levels;

Special attention will be paid for the improvement of living standards of marginalized and vulnerable

groups;



Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) will be prepared in close consultation with the affected families to ensure

their acceptability as well as timely delivery of entitlements and assistance;

If any person’s remaining land holding becomes operationally non viable, the entire holding will be

acquired and compensated accordingly, if the affected family desires. A similar approach will be adopted

for structures affected partially; and

Physical works will not commence on any portion of land before compensation and assistance to the

affected population have been provided in accordance with the policy framework.

2.2 Salient Features of the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

Investigations and surveys carried out in connection with development projects such as transmission lines,

hydro-electric projects, seismic surveys, exploration for oil drilling etc. will not attract the provisions of the Act as

long as these surveys do not involve any clearing of forest or cutting of trees, and operations are restricted to

clearing of bushes and lopping of tree branches for purpose of sighting. If, however, investigations and surveys

involve clearing of forest area or felling of trees, prior permission of the Central Government is mandatory.

Notwithstanding the above, survey, investigation and exploration shall not be carried out in wildlife sanctuaries,

national parks and sample plots demarcated by the Forest Department without obtaining the prior approval of the

Central Government, whether or not felling of trees is involved.

The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 provides for the conservation of forests and regulating diversion of

forestlands for non-forestry purposes. When transmission projects fall within forestlands, prior clearance is

required from relevant authorities under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. State governments cannot de-

reserve any forestland or authorize its use for any non-forest purposes without approval from the Central

government. There are three steps of forest clearance for Transmission line.

(a) Route Alignment:

To achieve this, route selection of transmission lines is undertaken in close consultation with representatives from

the State Forest Departments and the Department of Revenue. Alterations are made to avoid environmentally

sensitive areas and settlements at execution stage.

(b) Right of Way (ROW):

Right of Way (ROW) width depends on the line voltage. A maximum width of ROW for transmission lines on forest

land and minimum clearances between conductors and trees to be adhered in route selection as specified in IS:

5613 and by the MOEF guidelines, which is given in Table 2.0.

Table 2.0: ROW Clearance Requirement between Conductors and Trees

Transmission Voltage (KV)

Max ROW (m)

Ground Clearance (m) Minimum Clearance between Conductors & Tops of Tree (m)

11 kV 7 2.75 2.6

33 kV 15 3.70 2.8

66 kV 18 4.00 3.4

110 kV 22 4.00 5.7

132 kV 27 4.60 4.0

220 kV 35 5.50 4.6

400 kV 52 7.30 5.5



MoEF guidelines are available in Annexure- VII of ESPP, September, 2008.

(c) Formulation of Forest Proposal:

After finalization of route-alignment and ROW width, and if the ROW passes through forest area, HVPNL will

submit the details in prescribed performa (Annexure-II of ESPP, September, 2008) to the respective Nodal

Officer (Forest) of State Government. Nodal Officer will forward the details to the concerned Divisional Forest

Officer (DFO) for formulation of forest proposal for processing of clearance under the Forest (Conservation)

Act, 1980. The DFO will then survey the relevant forest area required for the construction of transmission line

under the possible alternatives. The proposal will then be submitted to the State Forest Department and shall

be forwarded to the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) in the state and finally to the State

Secretariat. The State Government will then recommend the proposal for further processing and approval to:-

1. Concerned Regional Office of the MoEF, if the area involved is 40 hectare or less

2. MoEF, New Delhi if the area is more than 40 hectare

Proposal involving diversion of forest land up to 1 ha: In such cases, no alternate non-forest land is to be

given by user agency. They are to deposit amount for compensatory afforestation equal to ten times the number

of trees likely to be felled. If the forest land involved is without trees amount for compensatory afforestation @

2500 plants per ha, will be deposited by the user agency.

Proposal involving diversion of forest land above 1 ha: In such case equivalent non forest land is also given

by the user agency for compensatory afforestation along with the amount for compensatory afforestation

The MoEF approves the proposal in two stages. In principle or first stage approval is accorded with certain

conditions depending upon the case. Second stage or final approval is accorded by the MoEF after receiving the

compliance report from State Government. The Forest approval procedure is given in Figure 2.0.



Figure 2.0: Procedure for obtaining forest clearance



Compensatory Afforestation:

(i) Compensatory afforestation is one of the most important conditions stipulated by the Central Government

while approving proposals for de-reservation or diversion of forest land for non-forest uses. It is essential that

with all such proposals, a comprehensive scheme for compensatory afforestation is formulated and submitted

to the Central Government.

(ii) The detailed compensatory afforestation scheme along with details of non-forest/degraded forest area

identified for compensatory afforestation, map, etc. is required to be submitted in the prescribed form.

Land for Compensatory Afforestation:

(i) Compensatory afforestation shall be done over equivalent area of non-forest land;

(ii) In the event that non-forest land of compensatory afforestation is not available in the same district, non-forest

land for compensatory afforestation may be identified anywhere else in the State/UT as near as possible to

the site of diversion, so as to minimise adverse impact on the micro-ecology of the area;

(iii) Where non-forest lands are not available or non-forest land is available in less extent to the forest area being

diverted, compensatory afforestation may be carried out over degraded forest twice in extent to the area

being diverted or to the difference between forest land being diverted and available non-forest land, as the

case may be;

(iv) The non-availability of non-forest land for compensatory afforestation would be accepted by the Central

Government only on the Certificate from the Chief Secretary to the State/UT Government to that effect; and

(v) The above compensatory afforestation may be raised over degraded forest land twice in extent of the forest

area being diverted/de-reserved in respect of laying of transmission lines up to 220 kV.

2.3 Salient Features of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 is an umbrella legislation that provides a holistic framework for the

protection and improvement to the environment. Since the transmission line projects are non polluting in nature

and do not involve any disposal of solid waste, effluents and hazardous substances on land, air and water, so

limited requirements of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 are applicable. However, the following Rules and

Regulations under the Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 are applicable during operation of HVPNL.

(i) Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001;

(ii) Hazardous Wastes (Management and Handling) Amendment Rules, 2003; and

(iii) Ozone Depleting Substances (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000.

2.4 Other Applicable Statutory Clearances

Environmental clearance is not applicable to Power transmission projects as per EIA Notification, 2006 (and

amendments thereafter). The applicability of environmental and other relevant rules and acts has been assessed.

The Table 2.1 shows the clearances required during different stages of laying of transmission lines.



Table – 2.1: Clearance Requirements for Laying of Transmission Lines

Sl. No.

Activity Statute Requirement Competent Authority

Responsible Agency for Obtaining Clearance

Time Required

Pre-Construction Stage (Responsibility: HVPNL, Haryana)

1 Forest Clearance1

Forest Conservation Act 1980 & MoEF Letter Dt. 18.02.1998

Acquisition of forest land for transmission line passing through forest

Local Community, State and MoEF

HVPNL, Haryana 5-6 months

2 Tree cutting from non-forest area

Forest Conservation Act 1980 & MoEF Letter Dt. 18.02.1998

Permission for tree cutting due to proposed transmission line

Local Authority (DM/DC)

HVPNL, Haryana 2-3 months

Construction Stage (Responsibility: Contractor)

1 Engagement of labour

Labour Act Labour license Labour Commissioner

The Contractor 2-3 months

2.4.1 Declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones by Haryana Government

Haryana Government vide its letter No. 1471-Ft-4-2007/3281 dated 6.3.2007 has submitted a proposal to Ministry

of Environment & Forests Government of India for declaration of eco-sensitive zones around all the National

parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries in the State as per Annexure-XI of ESPP. The notification of the eco-sensitive zone

prohibiting certain activities is yet to be issued by Government of India under Environment Protection Act.

National Parks include:

(iv) Kalesar National Park, Yamunanagar and

(v) Sultanpur National Park, Gurgaon.

Wildlife Sanctuaries includes:

(i) Bhihdawas Sanctuary, Jhajjar;

(ii) Nahar sanctuary, Rewari;

(iii) Chhilchhila Sanctuary, Kurukshetra;

(iv) Bir Shikargarh Sanctuary, Panchkula;

(v) Abubshehar Sanctuary, Sirsa;

(vi) Saraswati Sanctuary, Kaithal & Kurukshetra;

(vii) Khaparwas Sanctuary Jhajjar;

(viii) Bir Bara Ban, Jind;

(ix) Kalesar Sanctuary, Yamunanagar and

(x) Morni Sanctuary, Panchkula.

1 Forest Clearance for the subprojects under package G6 is not required as none of them passes through forest land



As per the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and rule 5 of the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986, the Central

Government prohibits the carrying on the process and operations, except with its prior permission, in relation to

Electrification (laying of new transmission lines) in specified area of Aravalli Range. (Refer Appendix 1)

None of the sub project under Package G6 is passing or close to above list.

2.5 Project Categorisation

Categorization of a project from environmental considerations is important to define the scope of further

environmental study. It needs to be undertaken as part of the project preparation.

2.5.1 Categorisation Criteria of MoEF

As per Section 4 of EIA Notification 2006 by MoEF, all projects and activities are broadly categorized in to two

catagories – Category A and Category B, based on the spatial extent of potential impacts on human health and

natural and manmade resources.

List of all such activities or projects are given in the Schedule (EIA Notification 2006) which shall require prior

environmental clearance from the Central Government in the MoEF on the recommendation of EAC constituted

by the Central Govt or from the State / Union territory Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA)

depending upon the categorization of projects as mentioned above.

N.B:- The aforementioned Schedule does not include activities or projects related to Electrification /

Transmission lines / Substations.

2.5.2 Categorisation Criteria of World Bank

2.5.2.1 World Bank OP- 4.01 on Environmental Assessment

The Bank undertakes environmental screening of each proposed project to determine the appropriate extent and

type of EA. The Bank classifies the proposed project into one of four categories, depending on the type, location,

sensitivity, and scale of the project and the nature and magnitude of its potential environmental impacts.

(a) Category A: A proposed project is classified as Category A if it is likely to have significant adverse

environmental impacts that are sensitive2, diverse, or unprecedented. These impacts may affect an area

broader than the sites or facilities subject to physical works. EA for a Category A project examines the

project's potential negative and positive environmental impacts, compares them with those of feasible

alternatives (including the "without project" situation), and recommends any measures needed to prevent,

minimize, mitigate, or compensate for adverse impacts and improve environmental performance. For a

Category A project, the borrower is responsible for preparing a report, normally an EIA (or a suitably

comprehensive regional or sectoral EA).

(b) Category B: A proposed project is classified as Category B if its potential adverse environmental impacts on

human populations or environmentally important areas--including wetlands, forests, grasslands, and other

natural habitats--are less adverse than those of Category A projects. These impacts are site-specific; few if

any of them are irreversible; and in most cases mitigatory measures can be designed more readily than for

2 A potential impact is considered "sensitive" if it may be irreversible (e.g., lead to loss of a major natural habitat) or raise issues

covered by OP 4.04, Natural Habitats; OP/BP 4.10, Indigenous Peoples; OP/BP 4.11, Physical Cultural Resources or OP 4.12, Involuntary Resettlement

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Category A projects. The scope of EA for a Category B project may vary from project to project, but it is

narrower than that of Category A EA. Like Category A EA, it examines the project's potential negative and

positive environmental impacts and recommends any measures needed to prevent, minimize, mitigate, or

compensate for adverse impacts and improve environmental performance.

The findings and results of Category B EA are described in the project documentation (Project Appraisal

Document and Project Information Document)3.

(c) Category C: A proposed project is classified as Category C if it is likely to have minimal or no adverse environmental impacts.

Beyond screening, no further EA action is required for a Category C project.

(d) Category FI: A proposed project is classified as Category FI if it involves investment of Bank funds through a financial intermediary, in subprojects that may result in adverse environmental impacts.

2.5.2.2 World Bank OP- 4.36 on Forest

This policy applies to the following types of Bank-financed investment projects:

(a) projects that have or may have impacts on the health and quality of forests; (b) projects that affect the rights and welfare4 of people and their level of dependence upon or interaction with

forests; (c) projects that aim to bring about changes in the management, protection, or utilization of natural forests or

plantations, whether they are publicly, privately, or communally owned.

2.5.2.3 World Bank OP- 4.11 on Physical Cultural Resources

The following projects are classified during the environmental screening process as Category A or B, and are

subject to the provisions of this policy: (a) any project involving significant excavations, demolition, movement of

earth, flooding, or other environmental changes; and (b) any project located in, or in the vicinity of, a physical

cultural resources site recognized by the borrower. Projects specifically designed to support the management or

conservation of physical cultural resources are individually reviewed, and are normally classified as Category A or

B5.

2.5.2.4 World Bank OP- 4.04 on Natural Habitats

The OP 4.04 pertains to policies for conservation of natural habitats such as National Park, Sanctuaries, Game

Reserves, and Biosphere Zones. The bank does not support any project involving significant conversion of natural

habitats unless there are no feasible alternatives for the project and its siting.

3 When the screening process determines, or national legislation requires, that any of the environmental issues identified warrant

special attention, the findings and results of Category B EA may be set out in a separate report. Depending on the type of project and the nature and magnitude of the impacts, this report may include, for example, a limited environmental impact assessment, an environmental mitigation or management plan, an environmental audit, or a hazard assessment. For Category B projects that are not in environmentally sensitive areas and that present well-defined and well-understood issues of narrow scope, the Bank may accept alternative approaches for meeting EA requirements: for example, environmentally sound design criteria, siting criteria, or pollution standards for small-scale industrial plants or rural works; environmentally sound siting criteria, construction standards, or inspection procedures for housing projects; or environmentally sound operating procedures for road rehabilitation projects.

4 The rights and welfare of people affected by projects should be assessed in relation to the requirements and procedures of OP 4.10, Indigenous Peoples, OP 4.11, Physical Cultural Resources, and OP 4.12, Involuntary Resettlement.

5 For definitions of project categories A and B, see OP 4.01, Environmental Assessment, paragraph 8









3.0 PROJECT SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY

3.1 Project Categorisation as per MoEF and World Bank

As per MoEF EIA Notification, dated 14th September 2006 and subsequent Amendments of EIA Notification,

dated 19th January 2009, the proposed project does not fall under any of the Categories. Therefore, the project

would not require prior environmental clearance from MoEF.

As per Topographical Sheet and site verification by a team of Environmental and Social Experts, none of the

following have been found throughout the project area:

Environmentally important areas such as

(i) Protected Areas notified under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972,

(ii) Critically Polluted areas as notified by the Central Pollution Control Board from time to time,

(iii) Notified Eco-sensitive areas,

(iv) Inter-State boundaries and international boundaries

Human habitation

Therefore, it does not fall under Category A as per the World Bank (OP 4.01). During construction, there might be

minimal impact on environment for the short run and there will be significant and permanent change in the land

use pattern of the proposed land for the sub projects. Hence, the proposed project has been considered as

Category B project.

Hence, none of the sub-projects under Package G5 require detailed EIA study. Therefore, EMP has been

prepared with limited environmental analysis in accordance with World Bank’s Operational Policies (OP) and

Government of India Guidelines.

3.2 Scope of the Study

Comparison among candidate location for tower erection for proposed transmission lines based on criteria in

ESPP

Assessment of direct and indirect impacts due to the project;

Assessment of magnitude of impact on landuse throughout the proposed alignment;

Recommendation of the most suitable alignment;

Formulation of mitigation measures for the adverse impacts in line with ESPP

Recommendation of the environmental enhancement measures (e.g. tree plantations)

Quantification of works required to be executed (e.g. compensatory plantation through Forest Department);

To conduct adequate public consultation and the recommendations arising thereon.

3.3 Methodology

The methodology used for preparation of EMP is based on the MoEF’s EIA Notification, dated 14th September

2006, World Bank’s OP and GoI Guidelines.

The project was carried out through various defined activities as detailed in this section of the report. The

methodology adopted includes the following work plan:



Activity 1: Kick-off Meeting with Superintending Engineer & Other Divisional Officers, HVPNL

A kick-off meeting of the Environmental Expert and the Social Expert of SMEC has been held with the

Superintending Engineer & Other Divisional Officers, HVPNL, Panchkula, Karnal, Hisar, Faridabad, Gurgaon,

Circles on 19th, 20th, 24th, 27thFebruary, 2009 respectively to discuss the following:

(a) Walkover survey carried out by HVPNL;

(b) Route of proposed Transmission lines

(c) Site visit schedule and related activities for the same.

Activity 2: Collection of Relevant Information Available for the Proposed Sub Projects

Relevant information/ data collected prior to site visits included:

Relevant Topographical Sheets of the proposed alignment;

Walkover survey wherever available; and

Information regarding various other alternatives in each case.

Activity 3: Conduction of Site Visits and Consultations (Two levels – Institutional and Community/ Public

Level)

Proposed Transmission lines as indicated in Table 5.0 were visited to conduct a thorough site appreciation and

understanding of key environmental features and issues involved at the site. In addition, public consultations at

the nearby villages at Panchayat level and also at villager level have been carried out using “Focused Group

Discussion” method.

Activity 4: Preparation of EMP

Based on the information collected via stakeholder consultation, site visits and public consultations, an EMP has

been developed.



4.0 PROJECT BASELINE ENVIRONMENT

This chapter documents the major findings of the baseline conditions that have been used to formulate the EMP

including the mitigation and enhancement measures. Since the baseline environmental scenario is more or less

consistent in the state, hence the following sections provide an environmental setting for the state of Haryana.

4.1 Meteorology

Haryana lies in the arid and semiarid zone of north-westem India. Temperatures range from 500 C in summer to

near 00 C in winter with an average of 230 C year round. Rainfall is highly seasonal (semi-arid monsoon) with

considerable (20-40%) annual variation in total amount. Total rainfall varies from under 400 mm in the south-

westem portions of the State which borders the desert of Rajasthan to over 1000 mm on the piedmont fan in the

north-east. Typical rainfall distribution in Haryana is shown in Figure 4.0. Most (70-80%) of the precipitation

comes within the summer monsoon season (July-August). Although November is the driest month, significant

rainfall also occurs in the winter (December and January).

Figure 4.0.: Typical rainfall distribution in Haryana



4.2 Physical Environment

4.2.1 Land Resources

Haryana State lies on the Yamuna-Ghaggar plane extending south-west from the Shivalik Hills at the base of the

Himalayas to the remnants of the Aravali Hills near Narnaul. Principal landforms in Haryana are shown in Figure

4.1. The plain slopes vary gradually to the south-west, rising gradually again in the vicinity of the Aravali Hills.

Most of the plain areas fall between 200m, in the south, to 365 m above medium sea level (MSL) at the base of

the Shivalik Hills (Singh 1995). Khadar, or flood plain areas are present along the Yamuna River and the Ghaggar

River beds. These areas are flooded annually during the monsoon season. A nearly flat alluvial plain covers large

areas of the central portion of the State.

Slight elevational relief is provided by former beds of ancient streams and recently constructed irrigation canals.

This plain rises slightly in the south as alluvium gives way to sand dunes. The Himalayan foothills terminate

abruptly on the plain along the northem border of the State. Scattered along the southem border, the Aravali Hills

are intensively eroded remnants of four ancient isolated hill ranges. Rock outcroppings from Namaul to Delhi are

the remains of these ranges. Sand dunes are present in the extreme south and south-west which make this area

difficult to irrigate. Heavy over-grazing by livestock occurs on the dunes particularly during drought years when an

influx of herds from even drier regions to the south-west occurs. Consequently these dunes are often unstable

and easily wind borne.

Basic soil associations in Haryana are shown in Figure 4.2. Alluvial soils of the piedmont outwash plains of

northern Haryana are highly variable, ranging from predominantly stones and gravel to sandy or clayey. Areas

with high clay content are often utilized in the manufacture of bricks and building blocks. The alignment from

Panchkula to Shahabad, traverses such a region. Further away from the Shivalik Hills, the soils are sandy loams

and clay, formed of river alluvium, and tend to be deficient in nitrogen, phosphorus and potash. Khadar areas,

which are annually renewed by flood sediments, are more nutrient rich and require less intensive fertilization.

Throughout the region, saline deposits and calcium carbonate layers cause localized farming problems. Mineral

resources of the plains region are limited (Gupta 1990). Small deposits of iron ore are present in the Aravali tract

near arnaul. Limestone which occurs near Ambala and Surajpur, and kankar at Bhiwani and Rohtak is the basis

for local cement manufacturing operations. Slate is mined from outcroppings near Rewari. Clay is widely used

throughout the State in the production of bricks, except for sand dune dominated areas. In the Gurgoan district

some clay of superior quality is used in the production of china.



Figure 4.1.: Principal landforms in Haryana Figure 4.2.: Basic soil associations in Haryana



4.2.2 Ambient Air Quality

Air Quality is generally good throughout the region although dust storms induced by thermal conditions and

bare soils occur frequently. In local communities dust/ particulate matter pollution may be high when traffic

volume or speeds are high and unpaved bemns are used as the travel lane. Other air quality parameters are

generally well below pollution standards. Table 4.0 gives the ambient air quality in sample locations in the State

of Haryana.

Table 4.0: Ambient Air Quality in Sample Locations in the State of Haryana

Parameter City Location Type of Area

Average (µg/m3)

Std Deviation

n Air quality

% vio

SOx Faridabad Shivalik Global Industries I 12 2 97 L 0

Regional Office R 10 2 126 L 0

Yamuna Nagar Ballarpur Industries I 17 3 52 L 0

Hisar Urban Estate II R 9 1 86 L 0

Guru Jambehswar Univ. R 8 2 94 L 0

NOx Faridabad Shivalik Global Industries I 23 3 97 L 0

Regional Office R 22 3 126 L 0

Yamuna Nagar Ballarpur Industries I 31 6 52 L 0

Hisar Urban Estate II R BDL 1 86 L 0

Guru Jambehswar Univ. R BDL 2 93 L 0

RSPM Faridabad Shivalik Global Industries I 173 11 97 H 97

Regional Office R 154 15 126 C 99

Yamuna Nagar Ballarpur Industries I 137 49 57 H 40

Hisar Urban Estate II R 187 96 97 C 75

Guru Jambehswar Univ. R 93 29 94 C 38

SPM Faridabad Shivalik Global Industries I 409 23 96 H 0

Regional Office R 353 47 125 C 99

Yamuna Nagar Ballarpur Industries I 230 77 57 M 0

Hisar Urban Estate II R 248 123 97 C 63

Guru Jambehswar Univ. R 164 51 94H H 20

(Source: http://www.cpcb.nic.in/Data-2006_air.php)

4.2.3 Water Resources

The Yamuna River which forms part of Haryana's eastem boundary is the only perennial river in the region. The

Ghaggar River has disappearing flows unless swollen by the monsoon. From November to June the riverbed is

planted in Hisar and Sirsa districts. The Markanda, Saraswati, Tangri, Chautang, and Rakshi Rivers, which

originate as drainage flowing south-west from the Shivalik Hills and the Kasauli, Indori, Krishmavati, Landoha,

Badshapur Nallah and Sahibi River which flow north from the Mewat Hills before disappearing from the plains

are all intermittent flowing streams. During the monsoon season, however, substantial portions of the region are

subject to flooding.

The depth of the groundwater table throughout much of the region generally ranges from 3 to 9 m below the

surface. In the south, particularly in the vicinity of Hisar and Jind, groundwater occurs at greater depths.

Groundwater supplies are frequently brackish. Regional groundwater movement generally coincides with

surface topography and is from north-east to south-west in most of the State except in the southern portion

where it is south to north. Irrigation canals and road alignments often cause localised water logging conditions

within the study area (Singh 1995). High ground water levels (i. e. within 2 m of the surface) generate Kankar



formation through capillary transport of water to the surface where it evaporates leaving behind salts. The

groundwater table tends to be higher in Ambala, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Sonepat, and Rohtak districts where it

often averages 3 m (Chib 1977) in depth and Kankar deposits are conmmonI.n Mahendragrah, Bhiwani, Hisar,

Jind and Sirsa groundwater is generally found from 10 m to as much as 50 m depth. Intensive canal irrigation in

shallow groundwater areas raises the water table to a level where Kankar forrnation can occur rendering the

soil unsuitable for cultivation.

4.2.4 Noise Environment

Noise levels are generally low, except in urban areas where horn blowing, a fixture of Indians drivers, are

applied liberally by most motorists.

4.3 Biological Environment

4.3.1 Flora

Haryana State lies at the meeting point of three vegetative zones: the westem Himalayas to the north, the

upper Gangetic Plains to the east, and West Indian Desert or Arid Zone which encompasses most of the State

(MP Singh et al. 1994). The original natural vegetation of the region was tropical thom forest in arid areas and

tropical dry deciduous forest in moister north-eastem sections (Agarwala 1990).Today the forest area has been

reduced to 1703 sq. km (3.85% of the total land area). This is the lowest percent forest cover of any state in

India outside of Delhi. Nearly 94 percent of this forest area falls within reserves or has protected status. The

majority of the growing stock is located in the north-eastem part of the State. Eucalyptus, because of its rapid

growth rate and tolerance of semiarid conditions, has been planted along various roads.

Other species commonly planted include Shisham, Kiker Cassia Festuty, Pongamia and Jaman. Similar

plantings are present along highways in southern and westem parts of the State, although, because of the arid

conditions, Acacias, Mesquite and Tarnarix replace Eucalyptus, Pongamia and Jaman.

4.3.2 Fauna

Various species of mammals, birds and reptiles are found in the state. Commonly observed faunal species in

project areas have been enlisted in respective sub project details in Chapter 5, all species being highly tolerant

of human activities.

No rare, threatened or endangered species of wildlife are known to occur on or near the project locations.

4.4 Socio Economic Environment

A brief of socio-economic profile of the state (in comparison to statistics of the country) is given in Table 4.1.

Table 4.1: Socio-Economic Profile of Haryana

Sl. No. Item Haryana India

1. Total population (Census 2001) (in millions) 21.14 1028.61

2. Decadal Growth (Census 2001) (%) 28.43 21.54

3. Crude Birth Rate (SRS 2007) 23.4 23.1

4. Crude Death Rate (SRS 2007) 6.6 7.4

5. Total Fertility Rate (NFHS-III) 2.7 2.7

6. Infant Mortality Rate (SRS 2007) 55 55

7. Maternal Mortality Ratio (SRS 2001 - 2003) 162 301



Sl. No. Item Haryana India

8. Sex Ratio (Census 2001) 861 933

9. Population below Poverty line (%) 8.74 26.10

10. Schedule Caste population (in millions) 4.09 166.64

11. Schedule Tribe population (in millions) 0 84.33

12. Female Literacy Rate (Census 2001) (%) 55.7 53.7

http://mohfw.nic.in/NRHM/State%20Files/haryana.htm#sp)

However, the detailed socio-economic profile of each of the districts falling within Project scope is presented in

respective RRAP reports.



5.0 DESCRIPTION OF SUB PROJECTS

5.1 The Sub Projects

The project under Package G-6 Transmission lines of Hisar, Faridabad, Panchkula, Gurgaon and Karnal

Circles is given in Table 5.0. Tentative locations for all the subprojects are shown on District Planning Maps

(where available) and are given in Annexure I.

Table 5.0: Length of Transmission lines under Package G-6

S. No.

Name of Transmission line Name of the TS Circle / Division

Length of line (in Km.)

as per contract

Revised Length of line (in Km.)

as per site Walkover survey

No. of towers footed

1 220 KV D/C Sector -72 Gurgaon to Rangala Rajpur (Firozpur-Zirka) line with 0.5 Sq..inch ACSR (Moose) via Nuh

Faridabad / Palwal 80 80 289

2 Const. of 220 KV D/C Line with “ACSR (Moose) from proposed 400 KV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 220 KV sub-station A-5 Faridabad

Faridabad / Faridabad 6 5.64 39

3 LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sangwan (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40km

Hisar / Bhiwani

40 40 58

4 220 KV D/C line from 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Rawail (Panchkula) with 0.5 Sq.inch ACSR (Moose)

Panchkula / Panchkula 15 13.2 58

5 LILO of one circuit of 220 KV D/C Panchkula – Tapla line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. ACSR (Zebra)

Panchkula / Panchkula 10 4.5 17

6 LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther)

Hisar / Bhiwani 5 4.2 15

7 Const. of 132 KV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. “ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV substation Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh)

Gurgaon / Rewari

10 11.26 36

8 Const. of 132 KV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq “ACSR(Zebra) from 220 kv Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV Sub-station Pali (Gurgaon)

Gurgaon / Rewari 10 13.515 43

9 LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masudpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther)

Hisar / Hisar 15 13.620 46

10 LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS – Chandauli line at 132 KV S/stn Kabri (Panipat) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther)

Karnal / Panipat 3 2.305 10

Total 194 188.24 611



5.1.1 Sub-Project 1 - 220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line

The Transmission Line is proposed with 220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line with 0.6 sq. inch ACSR (Moose) via Nuh.

The total length of the Transmission Line was 80 km as per the contract and so as per walkover survey. Following are the existing features along the

proposed transmission line:

Table 5.1 : Assessment of Alternatives for Sub project 1

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Parameters Features along Alternative 1 Features along Alternative 2 Comparative Statement in favour of Chosen Alternative-2

1. Required ROW for Transmission Line

35m 35m Alternative 2 was chosen as against Alternative 1 because of the following reason-

A section of alignment opted in Alternative 1 passes through Aravalli hills (near Iqlimpur village). As per MoEF Notifications under Environment Protection) Act, 1986 and Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 “Electrification (laying of new transmission lines)” is prohibited (except with its prior permission). (Refer Appendix 1)

Alternative 2 on the other hand avoids Aravalli hills (eco-sensitive area) and passes mostly through agricultural area hence justified.

2. Name of the nearest Villages along the Transmission Line

Firozpur Zirkha, Sakras, Kherli khurd, Siswana Jatka, Mandikheda, Mandkoli, Aterna Shamsabad, Bhadas, Marhi, Ganduri, Gohna, Dihana, Malab, Nizampur, Adbat, salaheri, Frozpur Namak, salamba, Ghasera, Hiranthala, Chapra, Rewasan, Kherli Kankar, Badelki, Barauta, Ata, Jokapur, Lakhuwas, khaika, Berka, Ghadi Bazidpur, Mehandwara, Iqlimpur, Sector 72(Gurgaon)

Firozpur Zirkha, Sakras, Kherli khurd, Siswana Jatka, Mandikheda, Mandkoli, Aterna Shamsabad, Bhadas, Marhi, Ganduri, Gohna, Dihana, Malab, Nizampur, Adbat, salaheri, Frozpur Namak, salamba, Ghasera, Hiranthala, Chapra, Rewasan, Kherli Kankar, Badelki, Barauta, Ata, Jokapur, Lakhuwas, khaika, Berka, Ghadi Bazidpur, Mehandwara, Badshahpur, Badashapur village (Jain Farm House) , Sector 72(Gurgaon)

3. Terrain Plain and Hilly Plain

4. Existing Landuse Primarily agricultural field and small patch of plantations on hills

Primarily agricultural field

5. Type of existing vegetation

Seasonal crops such as Mustard, wheat etc

Seasonal crops such as Mustard, wheat etc

6. NH Crossing / Nearby nil nil

7. Metal Road Crossing / PWD Road Crossing

9 PWD roads and one proposed Manesar-Palwal expressway

9 PWD roads and one proposed Manesar-Palwal expressway

8. Railway Crossing Nil Nil

9. Nearby River or Surface water/ Canal Crossing

Gurgaon Canal, few distributaries, Kotla Drain and Umra Minor

Gurgaon Canal, few distributaries, Kotla Drain and Umra Minor

10. Crossing of Transmission Line

Five 6kV lines, Three 220kV lines, two 400kV lines, one 560kV line and three sectional towers

Five 6kV lines, Three 220kV lines, two 400kV lines, one 560kV line and three sectional towers

11. No. of Affected person Described in RRAP report Described in RRAP report



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Parameters Features along Alternative 1 Features along Alternative 2 Comparative Statement in favour of Chosen Alternative-2

12. Tree/ Crop and its extent of damage

Few trees of Safeda and Kikar Few trees of Safeda and Kikar

13. Forest involvement Yes, for tree cutting only (if any) Yes, for tree cutting only (if any)

14. Concerned Forest Department for necessary approval

DFO, Mewat District and Gurgaon District DFO, Mewat District and Gurgaon District

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna

Common flora- Babul, Kikar, Neem,

Safeda, Pipal, etc

Common fauna- monkey, domestic

animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats,

common rodents, common reptiles, etc

Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese, White Breasted Kingfisher

Common flora- Babul, Kikar, Neem, Safeda,

Pipal, etc

Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like

dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents,

common reptiles, etc


16. Endangered Species, if any

Nil Nil

17. Historical/ Cultural monuments

Nil Nil

18. Details of Tribal area if any

Nil Nil

The existing condition of the project site along the proposed Transmission Line is shown by photographs in Annexure II. The Transmission Line is also

marked on the Topographical Sheet, which is given in Annexure III.



5.1.2 Sub-Project -2 220 kV D/C line from proposed 400 KV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 220 KV sub station A-6 Faridabad

The Transmission Line is proposed with 220 kV D/C line with 0.5 sq. inch ACSR (Moose) from proposed 400 kV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 220

kV sub stationA-6 Faridabad. The total length of the Transmission Line was 6 km as per the contract, where as the actual length as per walkover survey

is 5.640 km as per walkover survey. Following are the existing features along the proposed transmission line:

Table 5.2: Assessment of Alternatives for Sub Project 2

Sl. No.

Parameters Features along Alternative 1

(straight line) Features along Alternative 2

(Finalised Alternative) Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative


35m 35m Alternative 2 was chosen as against Alternative 1 because of the following reasons- a) Alternative 1 crosses builtup area as well as Industrial area (NTPC Complex), whereas alternative 2 passes through HUDA green belt6; hence justified. b) Alternative 1 crosses dense plantations of babul, whereas Alternative 2 avoids the same, hence justified

2. Name of the nearest Villages and other settlements along the Transmission Line

Mujeri Village and NTPC Complex Mujeri Village and few sectors of Faridabad

3. Terrain Plain Plain

4. Landuse Plantations, builtup area, and agricultural area

Existing and Proposed Green belt of HUDA

5. Type of existing vegetation Dense babul, crops like vegetables, lentils, wheat, mustard etc

Crops like vegetables, lentils, wheat, mustard etc

6. NH Crossing / Nearby Nil Nil


Two PWD roads One PWD crossing



Agra Canal, Rampur Distributary, Ballabhgarh Distributary

Agra Canal, Rampur Distributary, Ballabhgarh Distributary


Three existing 220kV lines, one proposed 220kV line, one existing 400kV line

One existing 66kV line, three existing 220kV lines, one proposed 220kV line, one existing 400kV line

11. No. of Affected person Described in RRAP report Described in RRAP report


Dense plantations of Babul Minor Shrubs, local grass etc

6 At present, HUDA green belt exists parallel to Agra Canal and is proposed along the proposed road passing through agricultural field of Mujeri Village, for which

land has already been acquired by HUDA



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Parameters Features along Alternative 1

(straight line) Features along Alternative 2

(Finalised Alternative) Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative

13. Forest involvement Nil Nil


DFO, Faridabad District, Haryana DFO, Faridabad District, Haryana


Common flora- Babul, Kikar, Neem, Safeda,

Pipal, etc

Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals

like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common

rodents, common reptiles, etc


Common flora- Kikar, Neem, Safeda, Pipal,

etc

Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals

like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common

rodents, common reptiles, etc


16. Endangered Species, if any Nil Nil


Nil Nil

18. Details of Tribal area if any Nil Nil





5.1.3 Sub-Project 3 - LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at 220 KV S/Stn

Sangwan (Tosham)

The Transmission Line is proposed with LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at 220 KV

S/Stn Sangwan (Tosham) with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra). The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 40 km. Following are the

existing features along the proposed transmission line:


Sl. No.

Parameters Features along Alternative 1 (Finalised alternative)

Features along Alternative 2 (Straight Line)

Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative-1


35 m Same as Alternate 1 Alternative 1 was chosen as against Alternative 2 because of the following reason-

Alternate 1 will not affect any of the villages mentioned

Alternate 2 on the other hand will affect major settlements at 3 villages and so it has been avoided.


Majahadpur, Ratera, Gurkhana Johra, Kirawar, Jaran ki Chhan, Alakpura, Sagwan

Affected villages (3 nos.) - Majahadpur, Kirawar and Alakpura,

3. Terrain

Plain Same as Alternate 1

4. Existing Landuse

Mainly agricultural land Agricultural land, Settlement


Mustard, Wheat, Grains, Vegetables, Fruits Same as Alternate 1

6. NH Crossing / Nearby

Nil Nil


1 crossing near Majahadpur, 2 crossings near Ratera, 2 crossings near Kirawar, 1 crossing between Jaran ki Chhan and Alakpura, 2 crossings between Alakpura and Sagwan

Same as Alternate 1

8. Railway Crossing

Nil


Khanak minor canal crossing near Gurkhana Johra, Bhurtana minor canal crossing between Jaran ki Chhan and Alakpura, Baliyali minor crossing near Sagwan

Same as Alternate 1


Power line crossing near village Majahadpur Same as Alternate 1

11. No. of Affected person

Described in RRAP Report Same as Alternate 1

12. Tree/ Crop and its extent of Few numbers of trees has been observed Same as Alternate 1



Sl. No.




damage along the road where the proposed Transmission Line is crossing. The exact number of trees will be counted at the time of detailed survey. The permission for cutting / lopping of trees will be taken from State Forest Department before construction stage.



District Forest Office, Hisar & Bhiwani Districts, Haryana

Same as Alternate 1


Common flora - Kikar, Imli, Sisam, Pipal, Neem etc. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc

Same as Alternate 1


17. Historical/ Cultural monuments Nil Nil


19. District/ State Boundary if any Hisar and Bhiwani District Boundary Same as Alternate 1





5.1.4 Sub-Project 4- 220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwalli (Panchkula)

The Transmission Line is proposed with 220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwall (Panchkula) with 0.5 sq. inch ACSR (Moose).

The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 15 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is 13.2 km. Following are the

existing features along the proposed transmission line:


Sl. No.

Parameters Features along Alternative 1 (Finalised Alternative)

Features along Alternative 2 (Straight line alternative)



35 m 35 m Alternative 1 was chosen as against Alternative 2 because of the following reason- Alternative 1 passes through less habitated areas as compared to Alternative 2, and runs mainly through agricultural fields. It is estimated that Alternative 1 will tentatively have less number of affected persons since it does not pass through any densely habitated areas and the alignment avoids all existing structures/ habitation of any kind.


Naggal, Barwala, Bataud, Naya Gaon, Raiwalli Naggal, Barwala, Bhagwanpur, Haripur, Raiwalli

3. Terrain Plain Plain

4. Existing Landuse Mainly Agricultural Land, some parts water logged

Mainly Agricultural Land, some parts under habitation in route of the line


Mango, Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops.


6. NH Crossing / Nearby State Road-73 Crossing State Road-73 Crossing


Crossing of Metalled village road going to Raiwalli

Crossing of Metalled village road going to Raiwalli



Dangri River at about one Km running parallel to the initial stretch of the transmission line from Naggal to Naya Gaon

Dangri River at about 2 Km running parallel to the entire stretch of the transmission line


Crossings of the following lines: Barwala – RaipurRani 66kV line Double Circuit 66 kV Barwala Shahzadpur line 220 kV Madanpur- Tepla Line.

Crossings of the following lines: Barwala – RaipurRani 66kV line Double Circuit 66 kV Barwala Shahzadpur line 220 kV Madanpur- Tepla Line.

11. No. of Affected person Described in RRAP Report. More than the selected alignment since



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Alternative 2 passes through many thickly habitated areas.


The transmission line passes mainly through agricultural patch. However, there are random patches of Keekar/ Eucalyptus plantation in between the agricultural fields. HVPNL officials informed that an estimate of 2500 trees will need to be cut on the entire stretch of the transmission line for the required ROW.

Same as Alternative 1

13. Forest involvement The proposed transmission line crosses through the metalled road adjacent to the proposed Raiwalli sub station site, which is at present lined by single row of Eucalyptus trees under PWD plantation. It is estimated that around 10- 20 eucalyptus trees will need to be cut for the same.



Ambala Forest Division, Ambala Range. Same as Alternative 1


Common flora- Mango, Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc

Common flora- Mango, Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc

16. Endangered Species, if any

Nil Nil


Nil Nil



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18. Details of Tribal area if any

Nil Nil





5.1.5 Sub-Project 5 - LILO of one circuit of 220 KV Panchkula- Tepla Line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula)

The Transmission Line is proposed with LILO of one circuit of 220 KV Panchkula- Tepla Line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. inch

ACSR (Zebra). The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 10 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is 4.5 km.

Following are the existing features along the proposed transmission line:

Table 5.5: Assessment of Alternatives for Sub project 5

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Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative


35 m Same as Alternative 1 Alternative 1 was chosen as against Alternative 2 because of the following reason- Alternative 1 passes through less habitated areas as compared to Alternative 2, and runs mainly through agricultural fields. It is estimated that Alternative 1 will tentatively have less number of affected persons since it does not pass through any densely habitated areas and the alignment avoids all existing structures/ habitation of any kind. -


Naya Gaon, Raiwalli Naya Gaon, Ganni Khera, Ghazipur, Raiwalli

3. Terrain

Plain Same as Alternative 1

4. Existing Landuse

Mainly Agricultural Land Mainly agricultural land, some parts under habitation





nil nil


Crossing of Metalled village road going to Raiwalli Same as Alternative 1

8. Railway Crossing

Nil Nil


River Dangri Nadi at about one Km from the transmission line

Alternative 2 will run closer to the river bed.


Nil Nil


Described in RRAP Report. More than the selected alignment since Alternative 2 passes through many thickly habitated areas.


The transmission line passes mainly through agricultural patch. However, there are random




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Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative

patches of Keekar/ Eucalyptus plantation in between the agricultural fields. HVPNL officials informed that an estimate of 500 trees will need to be cut on the entire stretch of the transmission line for the required ROW.

13. Forest involvement The proposed transmission line crosses through the metalled road adjacent to the proposed Raiwalli sub station site, which is at present lined by single row of Eucalyptus trees under PWD plantation. It is estimated that around 10- 20 eucalyptus trees will need to be cut for the same.



Ambala Forest Division, Ambala Range. Same as Alternative 1

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna Common flora- Mango, Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc









5.1.6 Sub-Project 6 - LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at 132 KV S/Stn Kairu (Bhiwani)

The Transmission Line is proposed with LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at 132 KV S/Stn Kairu (Bhiwani) ACSR (Painther). The total length of the

Transmission Line as per the contract is 5 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is 4.2 km. Following are the existing features along the

proposed transmission line:

Table 5.6: Assessment of Alternatives for Sub project 6

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Parameters Features along Alternative 1 (finalized alternative)


Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative - 1


27 Same as Alternative 1 Alternative 1 was chosen as against Alternative 2 because of the following reason- Alternative 1 excludes Forest land where as Alternate 2 will pass through Forest area (dense Kikar Plantation)

Alternate 2 will require Forest Clearance as it will pass through Forest land and tree cutting will also be involved. Alternate 1 has been chosen as it will avoid Forest land.


Kairu, Indiwali Same as Alternative 1

3. Terrain

Plain Same as Alternative 1

4. Existing Landuse

Agricultural and Barren land Agricultural, Barren and Forest land


Mustard, Grains, Wheat Same as Alternative 1


Nil Nil


Nil Nil

8. Railway Crossing

Nil Nil


Khariabas minor canal crossing near Kairu



1 power line crossing near Kairu Same as Alternative 1


Nil Nil


Very few Kikar trees Dense Kikar plantation

13. Forest involvement Nil (Refer Appendix 2) Dense Kikar plantation coming under forest area


District Forest Office, Bhiwani Same as Alternative 1



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Parameters Features along Alternative 1 (finalized alternative)


Comparative Statement in favour of chosen alternative - 1

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna Common flora- Kikar, Ber, Dogar, Chokra, Local Shrubs, etc. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc









5.1.7 Sub-Project 7 - 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub

station Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh)

The Transmission Line is proposed with 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub

station Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh). The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 10 km, where as the actual length as per

walkover survey is 11.26 km. Following are the existing features along the various alternatives studied for the proposed transmission line:


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Parameters Features along Alternative 1- (Straight line)

Features along Alternative 2 (finalized alternative)

Comparative Statement in favour of chosen Alternative - 2


27m 27m Alternative 2 was chosen as

against Alternative 1 because of the following reasons- a) Alternative 1 is not technically possible as it would be a constraint for four proposed 400kV Lines and two proposed 220kV lines from proposed 220kV Dhanauda Substation. On the other hand, Alternative 2 crosses only one 132kv line which is technically viable with gantry on its crossing, hence justified. b) Alternative 1 crosses residential structures/ habitations of village Dhanauda. On the other hand, Alternative 2 avoids all kinds of structures and habitations and passes through agricultural field only; hence justified.


Dhanauda, Nangal Dhanauda, Dhanuda bas, Mohammadpur / Mohanpur, Nangal

3. Terrain

Plain Plain

4. Existing Landuse

Mainly Agricultural Land Mainly Agricultural Land

5. Type of existing vegetation Existing agricultural land is used for the

cultivation of Wheat, Mustard in one season and Maize, Oat in the next season

Existing agricultural land is used for the cultivation of Wheat, Mustard in one season and Maize, Oat in the next season


Nil Nil


2 PWD roads, 5 rural roads / cart tracks 2 PWD roads, 5 rural roads / cart tracks

8. Railway Crossing

1 near Gudha Khemla 1 near Gudha Khemla


Mahendragarh Canal, Bawna Distributary and Nangal distributary

Mahendragarh Canal, Bawna Distributary and Nangal distributary


One 132kV Mahendragarh-Kanina Line, Four proposed 400kV Lines and two proposed 220kV lines from proposed 220kV Dhanauda Substation

One 132kV Mahendragarh-Kanina Line



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Parameters Features along Alternative 1- (Straight line)


Comparative Statement in favour of chosen Alternative - 2

11. No. of Affected person Described in RRAP Report. Described in RRAP Report.


Standing seasonal crops shall be damaged only during construction




DFO, Mahendragarh District, Haryana DFO, Mahendragarh District, Haryana


Common flora- Kikar, Neem, Safeda,

Pipal, etc






Pipal, etc


animals like dogs, buffalo, cow,

goats, common rodents, common

reptiles, etc









5.1.8 Sub-Project 8 - 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub

station Pali (Gurgaon)- 10 km (Package G6)

The Transmission Line is proposed with 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub

station Pali (Gurgaon). The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 10 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is

13.515 km. Following are the existing features along the proposed transmission line:


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Parameters Features along Alternative 1(straight line)


Comparative Statement in favour of Chosen Alternative - 2


52 m 52 m Alternative 2 was chosen as against Alternative 1 because of the following reasons- Alternative 1 crosses residential structures/ habitations of villages Aghiyan, On the other hand, Alternative 2 avoids all kinds of structures and habitations and passes through agricultural field only; hence justified.


Lawan, Agihan, Pali, Dhanaunda Lawan, Aghiyan, Dhanaunda

3. Terrain

Plain Plain

4. Existing Landuse

Mainly Agricultural Land Mainly Agricultural Land


Existing agricultural land is used for the cultivation of Wheat, Mustard, etc.

Existing agricultural land is used for the cultivation of Wheat, Mustard, etc.


Nil Nil


3 PWD roads 4 PWD roads

8. Railway Crossing

Nil Nil


Bawana Distributary and Lawan Distributary

Bawana Distributary and Lawan Distributary


Nil Nil


Described in RRAP Report. Described in RRAP Report.







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Parameters Features along Alternative 1(straight line)


Comparative Statement in favour of Chosen Alternative - 2


District Forest Office, Mahendragarh district, Haryana

District Forest Office, Mahendragarh district, Haryana

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna Common flora- Kikar, Neem,

Safeda, Pipal, etc


animals like dogs, buffalo, cow,

goats, common rodents, common

reptiles, etc



Pipal, etc












5.1.9 Sub-Project 9 - LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi)

The Transmission Line is proposed with LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi) with 0.2 sq. inch ACSR (Painther). The total length

of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 15 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is 13.620 km. Following are the existing

features along the proposed transmission line:


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Parameters Features along Alternative 1(Finalised Alternative)

Remarks

1. Required ROW for Transmission Line 27 m No Alternatives were assessed since the chosen alignment was the shortest possible rote and was also found suitable from technical, environmental and social perspectives.


Masud, Maihaud, Dhani Pale, Shaikhpura

3. Terrain Plain

4. Existing Landuse Mainly Agricultural land

5. Type of existing vegetation Agricultural land

6. NH Crossing / Nearby Nil


2 crossings near village Maihaud 1 crossing near Chanaut minor 2 crossings near village Dhani Pale 1 crossing near village Shaikhpura

8. Railway Crossing Nil


Crossing Chanaut minor in between Maihaud and Dhani Pale Crossing of Bir Hansi minor near DhaniPale

10. Crossing of Transmission Line 1 power line crossing near village Maihaud

11. No. of Affected person Described in RRAP Report

12. Tree/ Crop and its extent of damage Few numbers of trees has been observed along the road where the proposed Transmission Line is crossing. The exact number of trees will be counted at the time of detailed survey. The permission for cutting / lopping of trees will be taken from State Forest Department before construction stage.

13. Forest involvement Nil


District Forest Office, Hisar District

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna Common flora- Kikar, Babul, Neem, Pipal, Sisam, Safeda, Eucalyptus etc Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc



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Parameters Features along Alternative 1(Finalised Alternative)

Remarks

Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc

16. Endangered Species, if any Nil

17. Historical/ Cultural monuments Nil

18. Details of Tribal area if any Nil





5.1.10 Sub-Project 10 - LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS- Chandauli line at 132 KV S/Stn Kabri (Panipat)

The Transmission Line is proposed with LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS- Chandauli line at 132 KV S/Stn Kabri (Panipat) with 0.2 sq. inch ACSR

(Painther). The total length of the Transmission Line as per the contract is 3 km, where as the actual length as per walkover survey is 2.3 km. Following

are the existing features along the proposed transmission line:


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Features along Alternative 2 (Straight line)



27 m 27 m Alternative 1 was chosen as against Alternative 2 because of the following reasons- a) Alternative 1 passes

through less habitated areas as compared to Alternative 2 which passes through an industrial patch.

b) It is estimated that Alternative 1 will tentatively have less number of affected persons since it does not pass through any habitated/ commercial areas and the alignment avoids all existing structures/ habitation of any kind.


Kabri, Faridpur, Nuboli, Singhpura, Gadi Sikandpur

Kabri, Faridpur, Nuboli, Singhpura, Gadi Sikandpur

3. Terrain

Plain Plain

4. Existing Landuse

Agricultural Land partly under agriculture and partly under industrial belt.


Agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops.

Agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops.


Nil Nil


Nil Nil

8. Railway Crossing

Nil Nil


Waste water nallah/pond in a natural depression near the fields

Waste water nallah/pond in a natural depression near the fields


Nil Nil


Described in RRAP Report. More than Alternative 1 since many industries in the belt


The transmission line passes mainly through agricultural patch. No trees exist in route of the transmission line. However, agricultural crop will be lost since a total of 10 towers are proposed to be constructed.

Loss of some crops since some of the towers will come on agricultural fields.



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Features along Alternative 2 (Straight line)




Nil Nil

15. Type of Common Flora & Fauna Common flora- Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc

Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc

Common flora- Neem, Eucalyptus, Keekar, Local Shrubs and various agricultural crops like Wheat, Paddy and Fodder crops. Common fauna- monkey, domestic animals like dogs, buffalo, cow, goats, common rodents, common reptiles, etc Common avifauna- Birds like Eagle, sparrow, crow, Pigeons, Common ducks, Common geese etc








6.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

6.1 During Construction Activities

6.1.1 Land Use

Minor change in land use pattern is envisaged during the construction phase. At present most of the land is

agricultural land. Due to construction of towers, crop production in the area occupied by the tower will be

stopped.

6.1.2 Ambient Air Quality

Construction activities will involve excavation for erection of tower and movement of vehicles carrying the

construction material, etc. This will result in the emission of dust particles thereby affecting ambient air quality

marginally at the site; this will be transitory. Spraying of water during excavation will reduce the dust emission to

a great extent.

6.1.3 Ambient Noise Level

During construction phase, the sources of noise pollution will primarily be movement of vehicles transporting

construction material and equipment to the site. Since, the project site is away from habitation, the villagers will

not be affected due to increased noise level. Major construction work is expected to be carried out during the

day time. Noise produced will not have a significant impact on existing ambient noise levels. Use of low-noise-

generating equipment and restriction of construction activity for limited periods will minimize disturbance from

noise pollution.

6.1.4 Water Quality

Erection of towers for transmission line will not have

any significant impact on surface and groundwater

quality along the line.

6.1.5 Soil

Some loss of top soil is envisaged during various

constructional activities due to excavation of earth,

land leveling etc. at the places where the towers will

be erected for transmission line. However, the

same can be easily mitigated by storing the top soil

and spreading it over other areas of the agricultural

fields.

6.1.6 Flora

The initial construction work along the alignment

involves land clearance, cutting, filling, and leveling;

and may cause loss of vegetation. In various cases

(as described in Tables 2.1 to 2.10 for all

Figure 6.0: Excavation for tower erection for 400kv

transmission line at 400kV substation,

Sector 72, Gurgaon from where 220kv

line is proposed to Firozpur Zirka



subprojects respectively under Package G-6), trees might need to be cut/ trimmed for laying of transmission

lines causing a loss of flora. Further loss to flora would be due to loss of crops in the area occupied by the

tower base.

Care should be taken to avoid thick vegetation; towers should be located where the vegetation is thin. This will

greatly minimize tree loss and compensation to be paid to tree owners. The project involves cutting of trees for

selected location along the proposed transmission line. Hence, clearance for trees to be cut will be required

from Forest Department and Compensatory Afforestation has to be done in association with the state

Department of Forests. Trimming of trees should be done in consultation with the Department of Forests.

6.1.7 Fauna

The existing land use for the transmission line is not used for grazing by domestic animals like cow, buffalo,

goats etc; hence minimal disturbance to local animals is anticipated during construction.

6.1.8 Health and Safety

There have been some concerns about the possibility of an increased risk of cancers from exposure to

electromagnetic radiations from overhead transmission lines. Further, Constructional workers might be injured

or meet accidents during constructional activities. Injuries, bruises, transmissible diseases, etc are expected to

be observed due to unhygienic condition or without any protective measures. Therefore, Personal Protective

Equipments (PPEs) like safety gloves, helmet, and noise protection will be provided during construction work.

Necessary training regarding safety aspects to the personnel working at site and line inspectors will be

provided.

Although the transmission lines will be out of reach of people, Local villagers shall be informed about the safety

plan, necessary Do’s and Don’ts and necessary precautionary measures. The Contractor shall follow the

National Electrical Code Handbook, 2008 for safety measures during construction phase of transmission line.

An extract from safety code consisting of Dos & Don’ts for workers on substation & transmission line

equipments are given in Annexure- VIII of ESPP.

6.1.9 Socio-economic Conditions

Socio-economic impacts during constructional phase due to erection of transmission lines will be minorly

negative due to loss of agricultural land on which towers will be erected. However, as per the provisions of

ESPP, the landowners will be provided a compensation for crop loss during the construction phase.

6.1.10 Resettlement

There is no issue related to resettlement and rehabilitation as it has been avoided during the walkover survey.

The rehabilitation & resettlement action plans (RRAP) Report (RRAP - Package G6) can be referred for further

details.

6.1.11 Cultural Sites

No archaeological, historical, or culturally important sites are located near the proposed Transmission Line.

During construction phase, if any cultural property is found, the work will be stopped immediately and the

Contractor will immediately intimate to HVPNL about availability of cultural property. HVPNL will intimate to



Department of Archeology & Museums, Haryana and approval will be taken to erect the tower for transmission

line.

6.2 During Operation Activities

6.2.1 Land Use

Minor change in land use pattern is envisaged during the operation phase. At present the portion of land where

towers will be erected is mainly agricultural land. During operation phase, the same land can again be utilized

for agriculture purpose. Therefore the impact on land use is very less, though permanent in nature.

6.2.2 Air Quality

No impact on ambient air quality level is anticipated during the operational stage due to erection of transmission

lines.

6.2.3 Noise

No change in ambient noise level is anticipated during the operational stage due to erection of transmission

lines.

6.2.4 Water Quality

No impacts on ground water or surface water quality are anticipated during the operational stage due to

erection of transmission lines.

6.2.5 Soil

Negligible impact on soil is expected during the operational phase.

6.2.6 Flora

Since the trees near the transmission lines may increase the chances of fires due to electric sparks, therefore

trimming of trees throughout the transmission line at regular interval is suggested to minimize the risk of

accidents and proper maintenance. This will require regulatory approval from Forest Department. Hence a

minor/negligible impact on flora is predicted during operational phases.

6.2.7 Fauna

Since Avial Fauna might be at small risk by hitting the transmission lines, hence a minor impact is predicted

during operational phases. Addition of deflectors is proposed to minimize this risk.

6.2.8 Health and Safety

Engineers/ Linemen might be injured or meet accidents during maintenance activities. Injuries, bruises,

transmissible diseases, etc are expected to be observed due to unhygienic condition or with out any protective

measures. There have been some concerns about the possibility of an increased risk of cancers from exposure

to electromagnetic radiations from overhead transmission lines.

An extract from safety code consisting of Do’s & Don’ts for workers on substations & transmission line

equipments are provided in Annexure- VIII of ESPP.



The EMP hence defines the necessary precautions required to be considered during design of towers wherever

there are crossings such as metal road, NH, river/ canal and railway lines, as well as informing the villagers

about safety plans and necessary precautions for maintenance workers.

6.2.9 Socio-Economic Conditions

Socio economic conditions of the project villages around the proposed substations are predicted to improve due

to an overall increased power supply in the grid and hence an increased power supply in the villages as well.

Increase in power supply to these rural areas will beneficially impact the socio economic conditions thereby

directly/ indirectly triggering the growth of cottage industries, dairy industries, agricultural upgradation, health

and education facilities, infrastructural development etc. Therefore, the overall impact on socio-economic

condition will be positive for this project.



7.0 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

7.1 Components of EMP

The EMP consists of a set of mitigation, monitoring and institutional measures to be taken for the project to

avoid, minimize and mitigate adverse environmental impacts and enhance positive impacts. The plan also

includes the action needed for implementation of these measures.

The major components of the Environmental Management Plan are:

Mitigation of potentially adverse impacts;

Monitoring during project implementation and operation; and

Institutional arrangements.

7.2 Impacts, Mitigation and Institutional Responsibilities

The identified environmental issues and suggested mitigation measures with institutional arrangements for

implementation, supervision and monitoring have been provided in matrix format (Environmental

Management Plan) in Annexure IV. These mitigation measures will be implemented as applicable for this

subproject.

7.3 Institutional Framework

HVPNL will have three tier Institutional Bodies to oversee and implement ESPP. The bodies are constituted at

Head Quarter level, Zonal level and Divisional level. Three levels Institutional body is given in Figure 7.0. The

EMP implementation may be done by HVPNL or an independent agency deployed by HVPNL.

7.3.1 EMP Implementation by HVPNL

The EMP implementation may be done through Divisional level. The role and responsibilities are defined in

following section for Head Quarter level, Zonal level and Divisional level at HVPNL.

At Head Quarter Level

Environment, Resettlement and Rehabilitation Committee (ER&R) has been constituted under the

chairmanship of Director Technical. The other members of the committee include the concerned Chief

Engineer/TS and CE/P&D HVPN, Panchkula and Deputy Secretary/Projects. Deputy Secretary/Projects will be

the Member Secretary of the R&R Committee.

At Zonal Level

The Environment & Social Monitoring Committee (ESMC) constitute of concerned Chief Engineer/TS,

concerned Superintendent Engineer/TS, concerned Executive Engineer/TS, Land Acquisition Officer and two

representatives of AFs and ESMC would report to Director Technical, HVPNL, Panchkula.

At Divisional Level

In addition to above, Environment & Social Implementation Unit (ESIU) has also been constituted consisting of

Executive Engineer/TS and SSE/SDO/ Construction of concerned place.

The role and functions of the ER&R, ESMC & ESIU include but are not limited to:



Co-ordinate among various agencies involved in implementation of the ESPP programs;

Monitor and review implementation of the ESPP Plans;

Function as a grievance redressal body; and

Provide overall guidance and leadership for smooth implementation of resettlement and rehabilitation

plans.

To review the ESPP Policy after every two years.

Figure 7.0: Three tier Institutional body at HVPNL

Major Responsibility of Environment & Social Implementation Unit (ESIU) at Divisional Level:

Advise HVPNL on preparing reports to World Bank and other statutory bodies;

Preparing procedures for implementing EMP;

Review Contractor’s EMP, traffic management plan and safety plan and recommend for its approval ;



Provide training to HVPNL and Contractors’ staff on implementing environmental safeguard measures;

Advise on obtaining various statutory environmental clearances on time;

Conduct periodic field visits to examine environmental compliances and suggest corrective actions; and

Any other issues as will be required to ensure environmental compliance.

7.3.2 EMP Implementation by Independent Agency

HVPNL may engage Independent Agencies/ Engineer for carrying out pollution monitoring activities. The

Independent Agencies/ Engineer will liaise with HVPNL environment unit to ensure that Contractor complies

with the requirements of various environmental safeguard measures through supervision, monitoring and

reporting on the same. Efforts must be made by Independent Agencies/ Engineer to ensure that environmental

mitigation and good-construction-practices are not only considered but actually implemented as integral

component of each civil activity. It should be considered as day-to-day activity. The project may have a

provision of part time input of Environmental Specialist within Independent Agencies/ Engineer to

supervise implementation of safeguard measures. His role would be more on advisory.

Advise HVPNL on preparing reports to World Bank and other statutory bodies;

Preparing procedures for implementing EMP;

review Contractor’s EMP, traffic management plan and safety plan and recommend for its approval ;

provide training to HVPNL and Contractors’ staff on implementing environmental safeguard measures;

advise on obtaining various statutory environmental clearances on time;

conduct periodic field visits to examine environmental compliances and suggest corrective actions ; and

any other issues as will be required to ensure environmental compliance.

For ensuring that EMP is properly implemented, contract shall appoint a full time qualified and

experienced Environmental and Safety Officer (ESO) from the commencement to completion of the

project. The qualification and responsibilities of ESO as stipulated below should be considered.

The qualification of ESO will be as given below:

Diploma or Graduate in Civil Engineering with post graduate specialization in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science or equivalent;

5 to 10 years of total professional experience; and

About 3 to 5 years of experience in similar projects i.e. management of environmental issues in design and construction of Sub-station / Transmission line.

The responsibilities of ESO of Contractor will include the following:

Directly reporting to the Project Manager of the Contractor;

Discussing various environmental issues and environmental mitigation, enhancement and monitoring actions with all concerned directly or indirectly;

Prepare Contractor’s EMP and safety plan as part of their Work Program;

Ensure contractor’s compliance with the EMP stipulations and conditions of statutory bodies;

Conducting periodic environmental and safety training for contractor’s engineers, supervisors and workers;



Preparing a registers for material sources, labour, pollution monitoring results, public complaint and as may be directed by the Engineer/ Independent Agencies;

Assisting the HVPNL on various environmental monitoring and control activities including pollution monitoring; and

Preparing and submitting monthly reports to Independent Agencies/ Engineer on status of implementation safeguard measures.

7.4 Capacity Building

Training and development of employees are integral part for implementation of ESPP. Training will be imparted

to the Superintending Engineer, Executive/ Non Executive, so as to enable them to understand the ESPP

document and, to take necessary steps in right time of EMP implement. The training will be imparted at the

HVPNL training institutes.

7.5 Environmental Monitoring

For Transmission Line, monitoring of environmental parameters is not necessary, since it does not have any

impact on the air, water and noise quality.

7.6 Environmental Budget

The tentative environmental budget for Transmission Lines in package G6 during construction phase has been

calculated on lump sum basis. Assumptions have been made for number of tree to be planted (depending on

length of the Transmission line) as a compensatory tree plantation due to tower erection and transmission lines.

Exact budget shall be finalized after detailed survey.

Table 7.0 Environmental Budget for Package G6

Sl.

No. Item Description Quantity

Rate / Unit

(Rs)

Amount (Rs.)

for Total 184 Km (total

observed length of all

transmission lines under

the package)

A

Compensatory tree plantation (Considered for

approximately 4700 number of tree)- for 184 km (total

observed length of all transmission lines under the

package), i.e. total trees to be planted under

compensatory plantation (considering 1:10 ratio7)= 4700 X

10= 47000

300 141,00,000

B EMP Training at site Lump sum/site 7,00,000

Total Environmental Cost (A+B) 148,00,000

Contingency charges @ 6% on total 8,88,000

Total Environmental Budget for package G-6 156,88,000

7 As per Clause 5 of Attachment A of Annexure VII of the ESPP, The Forest Department shall plant dwarf trees up to ten times the number of trees removed from the right of way. For the purpose of this report, the maximum number i.e. ten trees to be planted for every tree being cut has been considered.



8.0 STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE

8.1 Institutional Stakeholders’ Consultation

Stakeholders’ consultation has been done to collect the following specific information.

Site visit done for sub-station;

Any ecological sensitive area passing through / close to sub-station;

Project features related with environmental and social issues;

Land acquisition process for sub-station; and

Topographical Sheet for sub-station.

List of key stakeholders consulted for the project at institutional level is given in Table 8.0.

Table 8.0: List of stakeholders during Institutional Consultation

Sl No. Name of the Officials Designation TS Circle / Division

1. Mr. Jai Bhagwan Sub-station officer Barwala S/Stn

2. Mr. C. R. Soran S. D. O. Civil Bhiwani

3. Mr. Khurana S.D.O. Civil Bhiwani

4. Mr. Kuldip J. E Bhiwani

5. Mr. Narinder Sharma XEN, T/S Division Bhiwani

6. Mr. Deepak Bhardwaj AEE Faridabad

7. Mr. T. R. Nanda SE T/S Circle Faridabad

8. Mr. Raghubir Saran SE T/S Circle Gurgaon

9. Bheera Singh J.E., HVPNL Hisar

10. Kulbir Singh XEN, HVPNL Hisar

11. Mr. P. K. Paliwal SE, HVPNL Hisar

12. V. K. Choudhary A.E.E & SDO Const. S/D- II Hisar

13. V. K. Pravakar XEN/ Civil, HVPNL Hisar

14. Er. D. K. Kalra XEN, Civil Karnal

15. Er. Rajesh SDO, Construction Karnal

16. Er. Y. P. Niranjan XEN, HVPNL Karnal

17. Mr R.N. Misha SSE, substation Mahendragarh

18. Mr. Tarachand EE, Civil Mahendragarh

19. Mr. Deepak Garg AEE Palwal

20. Mr. Nandalal JE Palwal

21. Mr. G. D. Manocha A.A.E, Madanpur Panchkula

22. Mr. Rakesh Jolly XEN T/S Division Panchkula

23. Mr. Yogesh Gupta Assistant Executive Engineer Panchkula

24. Mr. A. K. Singhla XEN T/S Division Panipat

25. Mr. R.P. Bhatia Xen, T/S Division Rewari

8.2 Public Consultation

Power Transmission projects do not create much environmental and social impact which may result in

resistance from public. In spite of this, HVPNL has a firm commitment towards public awareness of possible

social & environmental impacts, however minor these may be. As a first step, as per Section 29 of Electricity



(Supply) Act-1948, public notification of the projects is published in local newspaper to invite objections from

Public within two months.

Before finalization of ESPP document, due consultation with public at large was done by issuance of the notice

in the newspaper by making available the draft ESPP at circle headquarters and website of the corporation.

The comments / suggestion offered by the public were given due weightage and incorporated in the ESPP.

8.3 Purpose

The purpose of the public consultation includes the following:

To ascertain the public views on various environmental issues related to sub-station;

To encourage and provide for people’s participation in project implementation; and

To obtain new insight and site specific information, and to appropriating possible mitigation measures

based on local knowledge of the communities

8.4 Process Adopted

Public consultation is an integral part of EMP report. Community consultations covering Environmental and

Social aspects have been done at proposed sub-stations with Panchayat members and local villagers including

women group. Local communities, who are primary stakeholders, have been chosen for consultation. Focused

group discussion with the local community is adopted as a tool for the consultation at Sub-stations. The local

communities have been informed in advance about the date, venue, and purposes of the public consultation

with briefing on project interventions including its benefits and disadvantages. The environmental concerns and

suggestions made by the participants has been listed out, discussed and dissolved.

8.5 Outcome of Public Consultation

Local communities are aware of the proposed transmission line. Most of the participants welcomed the project

and requested for early completion with an expectation that they will get more power supply as a benefit out of

the project. Specific environmental concerns and suggestions emerged from the local community consultation

are summarised as follows:

Farmers of a village pointed out that, post harvest, they carry their crops over the tractor and for security

purpose a farmer sits over the trimmed crops. This causes him to reduce minimum ground clearance

required from the transmission line while commuting below the high voltage transmission line. They

witness electric shocks especially during rainy season when as they come close in contact with the

transmission line.

Majority of the villages receive only 5-6 hrs of electricity supply per day, leading to inconsistent and

inadequate water supply and hampering the agricultural productivity of the region

The intermittent electric supply has led to installation of diesel generator sets at major places, this is not

only having a negative impact of the environment but is also hampering the economics of the region as

the cost of power from these diesel generator sets is much higher than the normal electric supply

Small scale and household industries can be developed if they get adequate electric supply

The consistent supply of electricity would have a positive impact on the education of children which is

deprived off in the present situation



Household works like ironing, refrigeration etc would also get a positive impact due the project

The documents on public consultation such as attendance sheet and photographs of the participants are

provided in Annexure V and Annexure VI respectively.

Faridabad Circle

Community consultations were carried out in 14 villages with the respective Panchayat, village community and

women groups. These consultations brought forth the necessity of project intervention of this kind. Two distinct

and contradictory perceptions emerged from these discussions. While in Mewat district, the paucity of power

and demand for more power to meet the domestic and agricultural needs was the overpowering message, in

Gurgaon district satisfaction with the current power supply and the need to preserve land so that its utility

whether it be for agriculture or its value for commercial purposes is not diminished by installation of towers for

power transmission provided contrasting perceptions that were indicative of more of the socio-economic reality

than the changed land use. Depreciation in value of land and potential loss of land due to other proposed

infrastructural interventions such as gas, water and sewer pipelines, railway lines, emerged as their main

concerns and therefore requested re-routing of the lines to save their lands. Largely, communities were similar

in their expectations of the project. This contrast continues in issues such as compensation for land besides

standing crops with communities in Mewat accepting the tower points on their lands as a requirement while the

urban areas were keener on the compensation for such impacts. Safety emerged as major concern for most

people and in particular for women folks, while they acknowledged the overall benefits that will accrue from

these lines.

Gurgaon Circle



perceptions emerged from these discussions. At present power supply is inadequate and demand for more

power was unanimous to meet the domestic and agricultural needs of villagers across the districts of Rewari

and Mahendragarh regardless of their socio-economic status. Largely, communities were similar in their

expectations of the project. They expressed concern about the compensation for land besides standing crops.

They appreciated the efforts made by HVPNL in routing these lines. Safety emerged as major concern for most

people and in particular for women folks, while they acknowledged the overall benefits that will accrue from

these lines.

Hisar Circle



perceptions emerged from these discussions. At present power supply is inadequate and demand for more

power was unanimous to meet the domestic and agricultural needs with villagers across the districts of Hisar

and Bhiwani regardless of their socio-economic status. Largely, communities were similar in their expectations

of the project. They expressed concern about the compensation for land besides standing crops. They

appreciated the efforts made by HVPNL in routing these lines and taking them in to the interiors that shall

ensure that many of the villages at the tail-end, at long last, shall be beneficiaries. Safety emerged as major

concern for most people and in particular for women folks, while they acknowledged the overall benefits that will

accrue from these lines.

Panchkula & Karnal Circle




women groups. These consultations brought forth the necessity of project intervention of this kind. At present,

power supply is inadequate and demand for more power was unanimous to meet the domestic and agricultural

needs with villagers across the districts of Panchkula, Ambala, Panipat regardless of their socio-economic

status. Depreciation in value of land and potential limited access to land emerged as their main concerns and

therefore some of the villagers requested re-routing of the lines to save their land. Largely, communities were

similar in their expectations of the project. They expressed concern about the compensation for land besides

standing crops. They appreciated the efforts made by HVPNL in routing these lines and taking them in to the

interiors that shall ensure that many of the villages at the tail-end, at long last, shall be beneficiaries. Safety

emerged as major concern for most people and in particular for women folks, while they acknowledged the

overall benefits that will accrue from these lines.



9.0 FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION

The routes of proposed transmission lines have been selected as best possible option because of the following

reasons:

No Human habitation is affected

Exclude Ecologically sensitive areas

Environmentally important areas (wetlands, forest lands etc) has been avoided

No grazing land in vicinity of the project area

The proposed lines will pass through mainly agricultural land which belongs to nearby villagers. The conclusion

emerged from the consultation with the villagers is that they have no objection in giving their land provided they

are given proper compensation for their land and crop.

Positive impacts of the project observed during public Consultation:

Better electric supply

Employment opportunities

Future developments in other infrastructure like water supply, drainage and sanitation, etc.

Improvement in Education and Health

Growing of small scale household industries

9.1 Specific Findings and Recommendations of each sub project:

In addition to mitigation measures described in EMP Table given in Annexure IV and guidelines provided in ESPP, following are a few specific recommendations for each sub project:



Sub-Project Name of Circle/

Division

Specific Findings Specific Recommendations

Sub-Project 1:

220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line with 0.6 sq. inch ACSR (Moose) via Nun- 80 km

Faridabad/ Palwal

Few standing trees along roads could be cut during construction.

Small ponds / tubewell exist within 150m near villages Malab, Dihana, Ganduri and Ghasera from the chosen alignment.

The proposed alignment shall cross few distributaries, canal, and roads

The proposed alignment shall cross proposed Manesar-Palwal expressway

Sometimes farmers who carry the trimmed crops on the tractor, underneath the high tension line feel electric shocks when there is a significant reduction in the distance between the farmer and the line.

Compensatory plantation shall be done in consultation with the forest department @1:3

Precautionary measures shall be taken during construction activities to avoid contamination of groundwater.

Towers must be erected at significant distance from the both sides of the distributaries/ canal. If technically feasible, the vertical distance between the two towers shall be perpendicular to the distributaries/ canal/ roads to minimize the length of the line crossing the same.

Extended towers must be erected at significant distance from the both sides of the expressway. If technically feasible, the vertical distance between the two towers shall be perpendicular to the road to minimize the length of the line crossing the same.

It is necessary to inform local farmers to stop travelling beneath the high tension lines while sitting over the fresh wet trimmed crops on the tractor. They should be informed about the safety and necessary precautionary measures to avoid health hazard that causes due to reduction in the distance between human and high tension lines.

Sub-Project 2:

220 kV D/C line with 0.5 sq. inch ACSR (Moose) from proposed 400 KV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 220 KV sub stationA-6 Faridabad - 6 km

Faridabad/ Faridabad

The alignment is proposed along the existing and proposed HUDA Green belt. The proposed HUDA Green belt however, shall run parallel to the proposed road (outer peripheral / ring road) by HUDA which shall pass through agricultural field near village Mujeri. Land for this proposed road and green belt has already been acquired from land owners (villages – Nawada, Chandauli, Mujeri, Sotai and Machgar) by HUDA as per the consultation with the local villagers of Mujeri village.

The proposed alignment shall cross 2 distributaries and Agra canal;

The proposed subproject shall serve urban and industrial power load.

Construction activities for the proposed alignment can only commence post finalization of the green belt by HUDA along the proposed road by HUDA.

Same as above

The project will benefit the whole district and hence recommended.




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Sub-Project 3:

LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sangwan (Tosham) with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) - 40 km

Hisar/ Bhiwani

The route of the proposed transmission line does not involve any human habitation;

Any monument of cultural or historical importance is not affected by the route of the transmission line;

The proposed route of transmission line does not affect any public utility services such as playgrounds, schools and other establishments;

The line route does not pass through any sanctuaries, National Park, Biosphere reserves or eco-sensitive zones;

The line route does not infringe with area of natural resources;

Few standing trees along roads could be cut during construction; and

Khanak minor canal crossing near Gurkhana Johra, Bhurtana minor canal crossing between Jaran ki Chhan and Alakpura, Baliyali minor crossing near Sagwan

Compensatory plantation shall be done in consultation with the forest department for trees marked to be cut ;

Precautionary measures shall be taken during construction activities to avoid contamination of groundwater;

Maintaining adequate clearance requirements within the right-of-way; i.e., trimming trees prior to conducting other construction activities;

Towers must be erected at significant distance from the both sides of the distributaries/ canal. If technically feasible, the vertical distance between the two towers shall be perpendicular to the distributaries/ canal/ roads to minimize the length of the line crossing the same.

Construction activities shall be undertaken during day time and local communities informed of the construction schedule.

Sub-Project 4:

220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwall (Panchkula) with 0.5 sq. inch ACSR (Moose) - 15 km

Panchkula/ Panchkula

The proposed line starts from a proposed Substation(under Power Grid) at Naggal Village. The location of the proposed substation to be constructed by Power Grid is being opposed by the villagers. The villagers informed that construction of substation would result in hindering of the flow of wastewater coming from an outlet near the road and would hence result in backflow of the wastewater into Naggal Village. Hence, if considering the same, it is decided to discuss/ alter the proposed Power Grid substation site, the origin point and the alignment of the subject transmission line might be affected.

The line passes mainly through agricultural fields but has some trees coming in route of the line which will need to be either cut or trimmed.

Closer to the end point, it crosses through an area densely populated with trees such as Kikar, Shisham, Safeda, Shahtoot, Mango, Ber and Neem

Dangri River runs parallel to the proposed route. Although the Topographical Sheet

Before starting the work on the transmission line, the HVPNL has to address the issue of the said substation site identified by POWERGRID. The social opposition of this site has spread across the area and the villagers are likely to oppose footing of towers, if the issue of substation site is not resolved.

It is recommended to avoid as much felling of trees as possible while laying of the transmission line.


It is necessary to inform local farmers to stop travelling beneath the high tension lines while sitting over the fresh wet trimmed crops on the tractor. They should be informed about the safety and necessary precautionary measures to avoid health hazard that causes




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shows the River to be touching the route of the proposed transmission line, however, on ground verification, it was observed that the river has changed its course in past few years and is not at a distance of about 1 km from the proposed route.

The proposed alignment crosses State Highway – 73.


due to reduction in the distance between human and high tension lines.

Sub-Project 5:

LILO of one circuit of 220 KV Panchkula- Tapla Line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) - 10 km

Panchkula/ Panchkula

The land use through which the transmission line is proposed is predominantly agricultural.

The proposed route alignment shall result in felling of nearly 500private trees that include fruit bearing trees such as Mango, Shahtoot, etc and mostly used for household consumption.


It is recommended to avoid as much felling of trees as possible while laying of the transmission line.



Sub-Project 6:

LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at 132 KV S/Stn Kairu (Bhiwani) ACSR (Painther) - 5 km

Hisar/ Bhiwani

The route of the proposed transmission line does not involve any human habitation;

Any monument of cultural or historical importance is not affected by the route of the transmission line;

The proposed route of transmission line does not affect any public utility services such as playgrounds, schools and other establishments;

The line route does not pass through any sanctuaries, National Park, Biosphere reserves or eco-sensitive zones;

The line route does not infringe with area of natural resources;

Few standing trees along roads could be cut during construction; and

Khariabas minor canal crossing near Kairu village

Compensatory plantation shall be done in consultation with the forest department ;

Short-term construction impacts to trees and other mature vegetation would be minimized or avoided by maintaining adequate clearance requirements within the right-of-way; i.e., trimming trees prior to conducting other construction activities

Precautionary measures shall be taken during construction activities to avoid contamination of groundwater; and

Construction activities shall be undertaken during day time and local communities informed of the construction schedule.




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Sub-Project 7:

132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub station Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh) - 10 km

Gurgaon/ Rewari


The proposed alignment shall cross few distributaries, canal, and roads

The proposed alignment shall cross existing railway line



Towers must be erect at significant distance from the both sides of the distributaries/ canal/road. If technically feasible, the vertical distance between the two towers shall be perpendicular to the distributaries/canal/roads to minimize the length of the line crossing the same.

Extended towers must be erect at significant distance from the both sides of the railway line8. If technically feasible, the vertical distance between the two towers shall be perpendicular to the railway track to minimize the length of the line crossing the same.


Sub-Project 8:

132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV sub station Pali (Gurgaon) - 10 km

Gurgaon/ Rewari


The proposed alignment shall cross few distributaries, and roads


Same as above

Sub-Project 9:

LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi) with 0.2 sq. inch ACSR (Painther)- 15 km

Hisar/ Hisar The land use through which the proposed transmission line is passing predominantly agricultural

The proposed alignment shall cross few metal road and minor canal

No impacts on habitations

Same as above

8 The distance of the nearest tower from the railway track shall be greater than the height of that tower itself.




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Sub-Project 10:

LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS- Chandauli line at 132 KV S/Stn Kabri (Panipat) with 0.2 sq. inch ACSR (Painther) - 3 km

Karnal/ Panipat

The chosen route avoids the industrial area adjacent to the existing sub-station and travel across a small patch of barren land before taking a straight route passing through agricultural patch right till its end point

No impacts on either trees or on habitations.

Same as above

Consultancy Service for the preparation of RRAP and EMP for World Bank aided project of HVPNL


ANNEXURE I : PROJECT AREA DEMARCATION ON DISTRICT PLANNING MAP

Hisar District




Bhiwani District




Panipat District



ANNEXURE – II : PHOTOGRAPHS OF PROJECT SITE ALONG THE PROPOSED TRANSMISSION LINE

Sub-Project 1 - 220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line

1. Trees that may be cut along Alwar-Sohna-Gurgaon State highway on the route of the proposed line

2. Eucalyptus along PWD road that may be cut or avoided en-route of the proposed line

3. Aravalli hills (approximately 1.5 km away) from the chosen alignment

4. Proposed route of transmission line 5. A distributary en-route of the proposed line 6. A pond approximately 150 m away from the line near village Ghasera



Sub-Project -2 220 kV D/C line from Nawada (Faridabad) to A-6 Faridabad

1. Agricultural field from which HUDA Green belt is proposed

2. Proposed Site for Nawada Sub station- originating

point of the line

3. A 220 kV line and Ballabhgarh Distributary en-

route of the proposed alignment



Sub-Project 3 - LILO Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at Sangwan (Tosham)

1. Road towards Kirawar village 2. View of Agricultural Land

3. Starting Point (Tower No. 50 of Mayar - Isherwal

Line)

4. Road Crossing



Sub-Project 4- 220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwalli (Panchkula)

1. Proposed Site for Naggal Sub station (Under

Power Grid)- originating point of the line

2. Wastewater outlet from villages in agricultural

fields- Naggal

3. Proposed route of the transmission line

through Agricultural fields

4. Proposed route of the transmission line 5. SH-73 Crossing 6. Village road crossing



Sub-Project 5 - LILO of Panchkula- Tepla Line at Raiwali (Panchkula)

1. Proposed route of the transmission line through

Agricultural fields

2. Solar Panels in Village Nayagaon

3. Village road crossing 4. Agricultural Fields en-route of the proposed

transmission line



Sub-Project 6 - LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at Kairu (Bhiwani)

1. Village road and agricultural field enroute of

proposed line

2. Starting point of proposed transmission line



Sub-Project 7 - 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from Dhanonda to Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh)

1. Mahendergarh Canal enroute of proposed transmission line 2. Railway track near GudhaKhemla enroute of proposed transmission line

3. Open scrub near GudhaKhemla enroute of proposed transmission line

4. Nangal Distributary enroute of proposed transmission line



Sub-Project 8 - 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from Dhanonda to Pali (Gurgaon)

1. Fairly dense Babul on Panchayat Land of Pali enroute of the proposed transmission line

2. Lawan distributary enroute of the proposed transmission line

3. Agricultural field enroute of the proposed transmission line

4. PWD road enroute of the proposed transmission line



Sub-Project 9 - LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi)

1. Road Crossing 2. View of Agricultural Land

3. Existing line from which LILO is proposed 4. Tower of existing just before end point



Sub-Project 10 - LILO Chandauli line at Kabri (Panipat)

1. Proposed route of the transmission line 2. Industries in way of the proposed allignment



ANNEXURE – III : PROPOSED TRANSMISSION LINE ON TOPOGRAPHIC SHEET

Sub-project 1




Sub-project 2




Sub-project 3




Sub-project 4




Sub-project 5




Sub-project 6




Sub-project 7




Sub-project 8




Sub-project 9




Sub-project 10



ANNEXURE – IV : ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

Project Activity / Stage

Potential Impact Mitigation Measures Parameters to be Monitored

Measurement and Frequency

Institutional responsibility

Pre construction / Design Phase

Selection of alignment

1. Impact on habitations/Settlements 2. Impact on trees / plantations 3. Impact on eco-sensitive areas

1. Avoidance of:

Human settlements and grazing land

Environmental sensitive locations such as school, colleges, hospitals, religious structures, monuments etc

Notified Eco-sensitive locations and dense plantation

State / National / International boundaries

Socially, Culturally, Archaeologically sensitive area

2. Consultation with local villagers and relevant authorities

Nearest distance from:

Human settlements and grazing land

Environmental sensitive locations such as school, colleges, hospitals, religious structures, monuments etc

Notified Eco-sensitive locations and dense plantation

State / National / International boundaries

Socially, Culturally, Archaeologically sensitive area

Part of detailed design survey

HVPNL

Location of transmission towers.

Exposure to safety related risks Impact on water bodies, railway lines, roads etc

1. Setback of dwellings to overhead line route designed in accordance with permitted level of power frequency and the regulation of supervision at site

2. Avoidance of location of towers nearest to the water bodies, railway lines and roads at maximum extent possible

3. Consultation with local villagers and landowners

Tower Location and alignment selection with respect to the nearest dwellings and nearby water bodies, railway lines and roads

Distance to nearest houses, water bodies, railway lines and roads

HVPNL

Transmission line design crossing the existing transmission line(s)

Exposure to electromagnetic interference

Transmission line design to comply with the limit of exposure to electromagnetic interference from overhear power lines

Electromagnetic field strength for proposed line design

Line design compliance with relevant standards

HVPNL

Transmission line through forest

Loss of biodiversity 1. Avoid encroachment by careful site and alignment selection

Tower location and alignment nearest or within

1. Tower Location 2. Consultation with

HVPNL







land / jungle (if necessary)

2. Minimise the need by using existing towers, tall towers and ROW wherever possible

3. Obtaining forest clearance as necessary

the forest area / jungle local villagers and forest department

3. Consultation with design engineers

Air Craft hazards from Tower

Nearest Air port and distance

The site should be at appropriate distance from nearest air port/air force station etc.

Distance from nearest Air port

The site should be at appropriate distance from nearest air port/air force station etc.

HPVNL

Equipments submerged under flood

Contamination of receptors (soil, water etc)

Avoid location of towers above high flood level Land above high flood level Base height as per flood design

HVPNL

Equipment Specifications and design parameters

Release of Chemicals and gases in receptors

1. Pollution Control equipments to be used in Substation transformers or other project facilities or equipment.

2. Process, equipment and system not to use CFCs including halon, and their use, if any, in existing processes and systems should be phased out and to be disposed off in a manner consistent with the requirement of the government

1. Transformers design 2. Process, equipment

and design

Once during design phase

HVPNL

Designing drainage pattern

Impact on groundwater and nearby agricultural field

Appropriate mitigation measures to be adopted in the design itself to avoid accidental hazards in the drainage system

Ground condition for flow of drain water

Part of detailed design survey

HVPNL

Explosions / Fire Hazards to life 1. Design to include modern fire control system / firewalls

2. Provision of fire fighting equipments close to transformers

Design in compliance with fire prevention and control codes

Design specification HVPNL

Tree cutting on private land

Impact on environment

Tree plantation in case of cutting tress on private land

Number of tree to be cut HPVNL







Construction Phase

Equipment layout and installation

Noise and Vibrations

Construction techniques and machinery selection seeking to minimize ground disturbance

Construction techniques and machinery

Construction techniques and machinery creating minimal ground disturbance-once at the start of construction phase

Contractor/ HPVNL

Physical Construction

Disturbed nearby farming activities

Construction activities on land timed to avoid disturbance on the nearby field crops (within 1 month of harvest wherever possible)

Time period of available field crop

Crop disturbance- post harvest

Crops – once

Contractor/ HPVNL

Mechanized Construction

Noise and Vibration The machines should be properly fitted with silencers

Regular maintenance of constructional equipments

Turning off plant when not in use

Constructional equipments Once at the start of constructional activities and at least once during middle of construction stage

Contractor/ HPVNL

Construction of roads for accessibility

Increase in airborne dust particles

Existing roads and tracks used for construction and maintenance access to the line wherever possible

Access roads, routes (length and width of new access roads to be constructed) nearest dwelling or social institution

Use of established roads wherever possible every 2 weeks

HVPNL/ Contractor

Minimise need to acquire agriculture land Tower location and line alignment selection (distance to agricultural land)

Consultation with local authorities and land owners- Once

HVPNL/ Contractor

Vehicular movement during Construction

Danger to local villagers

Safety awareness program among the villagers prior to construction

Safe movement of the construction vehicles

Safe driving of construction vehicle

Contractor/ HPVNL

Temporary blockage of utilities

Overflows or discharge

Temporary filling in nearby drains not to be permitted

Temporary fill placement (m3)

Checking nearby drains every 4 weeks

Contractor/ HPVNL

Site Clearance Vegetation Minimum disturbance to vegetation shall be permitted due to tower errection.

Vegetation marking and clearance control

Clearance strictly limited to target vegetation

Contractor/ HPVNL







Tree cutting or Trimming of trees within ROW

1. Fire hazards, 2. Loss of

vegetation and biodiversity

1. Trees allowed to grow up at specified height within ROW by maintaining adequate clearance between the tree top and the conductor as per regulation

2. Trees that can survive pruning to comply should be pruned instead of cleared

3. Pruned trees or felled trees to be disposed off with consultation to the respective Forest Department.

4. Compensatory afforestation for the each tree felled.

1. Species specific tree retention as approved by statutory authorities (maximum height at maturity)

2. Disposal off felled trees as complied by Forest Department.

3. Compensatory afforestation for the each tree felled.

1. Presence of target species in ROW following vegetation clearance - once

2. No. of trees planted as compensatory afforestation

Contractor/ HPVNL

Encroachment into precious ecological area

Loss of precious ecological values/ damages to precious species

Avoid encroachment by careful site and alignment selection

Tower location and line alignment selection (distance to nearest designated ecological protection area)

Consultation with local forest authorities to avoid / minimize forest involvement-Once

Contractor/ HPVNL

Transmission line through forest land

Deforestation and loss of biodiversity

By careful site and alignment selection Line alignment selection (distance to nearest protected or reserve forest)

Sitting and alignment survey/ design- Local authorities-Once

Contractor/ HPVNL

Obtain statutory clearances from the Government

Statutory approvals from Government

Compliance with regulation-Once for each transmission line

Contractor/ HPVNL

Tower construction-Disposal of surplus Earthwork/ fill

1. Accidental runoff and

2. Solid waste

disposal can cause groundwater contamination

1. Excess fill from tower foundations excavation (being fertile top soil) shall be used in backfilling while erection of towers and the remaining to be spread in the nearby agricultural fields.

2. Regular check over accidental spillage 3. Excavated unsuitable material shall be

disposed off at proper location

1. Type and quantity of spillage

2. Soil disposal location and volume(m3)

1. Appropriate fill disposal sites- every two weeks

2. Acceptable solid waste disposal sites- every 2 weeks.

Contractor/ HPVNL







Storage of constructional materials

Accidental contamination in groundwater

Fuel and other hazardous materials to be stored securely.

Location of hazardous material, spill reports (type of chemical spilled and quantity, etc)

Fuel storage location and regular check over the same

Contractor/ HPVNL

Provision of facilities to the constructional workers

Contamination of receptors (land, air, water)

Proper sanitation, water supply and waste disposal facilities

Amenities of workforce facilities

Presence of proper sanitation, water supply and waste disposal facilities

Contractor/ HPVNL

Health and Safety of Workers

Injury and Sickness 1. Safety equipments for constructional workers

2. Contract provisions specifying minimum requirements for construction camps

3. Contractor to prepare and implement health and safety camps

4. Contractor to arrange for health and safety training sessions

Safety provision during construction; and Contract provision for safety issue

Contract clauses compliance – once every quarter

Contractor/ HPVNL

Inadequate Construction stage monitoring

Likely to maximize damages

1. Training of environmental monitoring personnel

2. Implementation of effective environmental monitoring and reporting system using checklist of all contractual environmental requirements

3. Appropriate contract clauses to ensure satisfactory implementation of contractual environmental mitigation measures

1. Training Schedules 2. Respective contract

checklist and remedial actions taken thereof.

3. Compliance report related to environmental aspects for the contract

1. Number of programs attended by each person – once a year

2. Submission of duty completed checklists of all contracts for each site – once

3. Submission of duty completed compliance report for each site – once

Contractor/ HPVNL







Encroachment to cultivable land

Permanent loss of production

1. Irrigation facilities not to be disturbed 2. Prevent / preserve top soil just after

construction 3. Compensation to the farmers for the loss in

production

1. Status and usage of existing facilities

2. Implementation of compensation being paid for damaged crops

Consultation with land owners and local villagers

HPVNL

Operational Phase

Location of towers and transmission line alignment and design

Exposure to Safety related risks

Setback of dwellings to overhead line route designed in accordance with permitted level of power frequency and the regulation of supervision at sites

Compliance with setback distance (“as built” diagram)

Setback distances to nearest houses –once in quarter

HVPNL

Workers’ health and safety

Injury and Sickness / Health hazards

1. Careful design 2. Safety awareness 3. Fire emergency plan 4. Training and capacity building 5. Adequate sanitation and medical facilities

Usage of appropriate technologies, Awareness amongst the staff, provision of facilities etc

1. Capacity building and training – once a year

2. Complaints received from staff – every two weeks

HVPNL

Electric Shock hazards

Injury / Mortality 1. Careful design 2. Safety awareness 3. Fire emergency plan 4. Security fences around substation 5. Barriers to prevent climbing 6. Warning signals

1. Proper maintenance of fences, barriers, signals etc

2. No. of injuries and accidents

Every month HVPNL

Transmission Line maintenance

Exposure to electromagnetic interference

Transmission line design to comply with the limits of electromagnetic interference from overhead power lines

Required ground clearance (meters)

Ground clearance - Once

HVPNL

Operation and maintenance staff skills less than acceptable

Unnecessary environmental losses of various types

1. Adequate training to all the staff 2. Preparation and training in the use of O and

M manuals and standard operating practices

Training / Mock drills for all the staff

Number of programs and number of staff covered – once every year

HVPNL







Environmental monitoring

Inadequate Environmental monitoring will cause diminished ecological and social values

Staff to receive training of environmental monitoring at various point of time during operation

1. Environmental and social parameters

2. Training / Mock drills / Awareness for all the staff

1. Environmental parameters-every 6 months

2. Number of programs and number of staff covered – once every year

HVPNL

Noise generating equipments

Nuisance to neighbouring properties

Equipments to be well installed with noise absorbing techniques

Noise level in dB (A) Every month or as desired in consultation with affected parties (if any)

HVPNL



ANNEXURE – V : ATTENDANCE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Sub-Project 1 - 220 kV D/C Sector 72, Gurgaon to Rangla Rajpur (Firozpur Zirka) line



Sub-Project -2 220 kV D/C line from Nawada (Faridabad) to A-6 Faridabad



Sub-Project 3 - LILO Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/Stn at Sangwan (Tosham)



Sub-Project 4- 220 kV D/C line with 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Raiwalli (Panchkula)



Sub-Project 5 - LILO of Panchkula- Tepla Line at Raiwali (Panchkula)



Sub-Project 6 - LILO of 132 KV Isherwal- Jui S/C Line at Kairu (Bhiwani)



Sub-Project 7 - 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from Dhanonda to Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh)



Sub-Project 8 - 0.4 sq. inch ACSR (Zebra) from Dhanonda to Pali (Gurgaon)



Sub-Project 9 - LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi- Namaud line at Masudpur (Hansi)



Sub-Project 10 - LILO Chandauli line at Kabri (Panipat)



APPENDIX I : MoEF NOTIFICATION ON ARAVALLI HILLS

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT & FORESTS

NOTIFICATION

New Delhi, the 7th May 1992

(Under Section 3(1) and 3(2) (v) of the Environment Protection) Act, 1986 and rule 5 (3) (d) of the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 restricting certain activities in specified area of Aravalli Range, which are causing Environmental Degradation in the Region. S.O. 319 (E) - Whereas a Notification under section 3 (1) and section 3 (2) (v) of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 (29 of 1986) inviting objections against restricting certain activities in specified area of Aravalli Range which are causing Environmental Degradation in the Region was published in the Gazette of India, Part II-Section 3 Sub-section (ii) vide S. O. 25 (E) dated 9th January, 1992; And whereas all objections received have been duly considered by the Central Government; Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) and clause (v) of sub-section (2), of section 3 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 (29 of 1986), read with rule 5 of the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986, the Central Government hereby prohibits the carrying on of the following process and operations, except with its prior permission, in the areas specified in the Table appended to this Notification:

(i) Location of any new industry including expansion modernisation; (ii) (a) All new mining operations including renewals of mining

leases. (b) Existing mining leases in sanctuaries/national Park and areas covered under Project Tiger and/or (c) Mining is being done without permission of the competent authority.

(iii) Cutting of trees; (iv) Construction of any clusters of dwelling units, farms houses,

sheds, community centres, information centres and any other activity connected with such construction (including roads a part of any infrastructure relating thereto);

(v) Electrification (laying of new transmission lines).

2. Any person who desires to undertake any of the above mentioned processes or

operations in the said areas, shall submit an application to the Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forests, New Delhi, in the attached application form (Annexure) specifying, inter alia, details of the area and the proposed process or operation. He shall also furnish an Environment Impact Statement and an Environmental Management Plan along with the application and such other information as may be required by the Central Government for considering the application.

3. The Central Government in the Ministry of Environment and Forests shall, having

regard to the guidelines issued by it from time to time for giving effect to the provisions of the said Act, grant permission within a period of three months from the date of receipt of the application or where further information has been asked for from the applicant, within a period of three months from the date of the receipt of such information, or refuse permission within the said time on the basis of the impact of the proposed process or operation on the environment in the said area.

4. For seeking permission under this Notification, an application in the prescribed

form (see Annexure), duly filled in, may be submitted to the Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forests, Paryavaran Bhavan, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi.

[No. 17/1/91-PL/IA]

R. RAJAMANI, Secy.

TABLE Areas where carrying on of processes and operations without permission is prohibited

(i) all reserved forests, protected forests or any other area shown as "forest in the land records maintained by the State Government as on the date of this notification in relation to Gurgaon District of the State of Haryana and the Alwar District of the State of Rajasthan.

(ii) All areas shown as: -

(a) Gair Mumkin Pahar, or (b) Gair Mumkin Rada, or (c) Gair Mumkin Behed, or (d) Banjad Beed, or (e) Rundh.

in the land records maintained by the State Government as on the date of this notification in relation to Gurgaon district of the State of Haryana and the Alwar district of the State of Rajasthan. (iii) all areas covered by notifications issued under section 4 and 5 of the

Punjab Land Preservation Act, 1900, as applicable to the State of Haryana in the district of Gurgaon up to the date of this Notification.

(iv) all areas of Sariska National Park and Sariska Sanctuary notified under the

Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (53 of 1972).

ANNEXURE

APPLICATION FORM

1. (a) Name & address of the project proposed: (b) Location of the project:

Name of the Place: District, Tehsil: Location Map:

(c) Alternate sites examined and the reasons for the site proposed:

2. Objectives of the project: 3. (a) Land Requirement:

Agriculture land: Other (specify):

(b) (i) Topography of the area indicating gradient, aspect & altitude. (ii) Erodability classification of the proposed land.

(c) Pollution sources existing within 10 km. Radius. (d) Distance of the nearest National Park/Sanctuary/Biosphere

Reserve/Monuments/heritage site/Reserve Forest: (e) Rehabilitation plan for Quarries/borrow areas : (f) Green belt plan. (g) Compensatory afforestation plan.

4. Climate & Air Quality*:

(a) Wind rose at site: (b) Max. /Min./Mean annual temperature.

(c) Ambient air quality data: (d) Nature & concentration of emission of SPM, Gases (CO, CO2, SO2, NOx

etc.) from the project:

5. ** (a) Water balance at site surface and ground water availability and demand: (b) Lean season water availability: (c) Water source to be tapped with details of competing users (Rivers, lake,

Ground, Public supply): (d) Water Quality: (e) Changes observed in quantity and quality of water in the last 15 years and

present charging and extraction details: (f) (i) Quantum of waste water to be released with treatment details:

(ii) Quantum & Quality of water in the receiving water body: (iii) Quantum of waste water to be released on land and the type of

land: 6. Solid Wastes:

(a). Nature & quantity of solid wastes generated: (b). Solid waste disposal method:

7. Noise & vibrations:

(a) Sources of noise & vibrations: (b) Ambient noise level: (c) Noise & vibration control measures proposed: (d) Subsidence problem, if any, with control measures:

8. Power requirement indicating source of supply; complete environmental details to be

furnished separately, if captive power unit proposed: 9. Total labour force to be deployed with details of:

- Endemic health problems in the area. - Health care system proposed:

10. (a) Number of families and population to be displaced : (b) Rehabilitation Master Plan: 11. Risk assessment report: 12. (a) Environmental Impact Assessment Report :

(b) Environmental Management Plan: Prepared as per Guidelines of MEF issued from time to time.

(c) Detailed Feasibility Report: (d) Proposal for diversion of Forestland under Forest (Conservation) Act,

1980 including Benefit Cost analysis.

13. Recommendations of the State Pollution Control Board and/or the State Department of Environment & Forests.

Signature of the Applicant Along with name, date and

full Postal address.

*Data may be obtained from India Meteorological Department and State Pollution Control Board. **Ground water Board and the Irrigation Deptt. May be contacted for data. N.B. A. Item Nos. 3(c), 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 (b) and 12 (c) are not applicable to cutting of

trees. B. Item Nos. 3(c), 4, 7, 11 are not applicable to construc tion of cluster of dwelling units,

farm sheds, community centre and any other activity connected with such construction including roads.

C. Item Nos. 3(b), 3(c) (3e), 3(f), 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12(a) & 12(b) are not applicable to

electrification. D. All items to be furnished in case of mining, industry, thermal power, transport

projects. E. Notwithstanding the above, any item(s) considered not applicable may be so indicated

along with reasons.

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