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Lakhanadone section of NH-7 in the State of Madhya Pradesh under BOT

Executive Summary

February 2011

For Environmental Impact Assessment

Table of Contant

Executive Summary of EIA ................................................................... 1 E.1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1 E.2. Baseline Environmental Profile of the Project Area..................................................... 1

E.2.1. Physiography ......................................................................................................................1 E.2.2. Meteorology.......................................................................................................................1 E.2.3. Geology and Mineralogy.................................................................................................2 E.2.4. Soil Characteristics.............................................................................................................2 E.2.5. Hydrology............................................................................................................................2 E.2.6. Ambient Air Quality ...........................................................................................................3 E.2.7. Surface and Sub Surface Water Quality........................................................................3 E.2.8. Noise Levels ........................................................................................................................3 E.2.9. Forests and Protected Areas ...........................................................................................3 E.2.10. Flora and Fauna.................................................................................................................3 E.2.11. Land use..............................................................................................................................4

E.3. Assessment of Potential Environmental Impacts......................................................... 4 E.3.1. Potential Negative Impacts of the Project during Construction Phase....................4 E.3.2. Potential Positive Impacts of the Project .......................................................................4 E.3.3. Potential Negative Impacts of the Project during Operation Phase ........................5

E.4. Analysis of Alternatives ................................................................................................... 5 E.5. Public Consultations........................................................................................................ 5 E.6. Mitigation of Impacts & Environmental Management Plan...................................... 6

E.6.1. Environmental Compliance Monitoring Plan. .............................................................17 E.6.2. Block Cost Estimate for EMP...........................................................................................18

E.7. Conclusions and Recommendations ......................................................................... 19

List of Tables

Table E.1. Summary of Proposed Bypass ........................................................................................5 Table E.2. Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures.......................................................7 Table E.3. Environmental Monitoring Plan ....................................................................................17 Table E.4. Cost Estimates for Environmental Management Plan ..............................................18 Table E.5. Summary of Requirements of Applicable Environmental Regulations ..................20

Abbreviations

AMSL Above Mean Sea Level CFE Consent For Establishment CL Center Line CPCB Central Pollution Control Board CSC Consultant Supervision Consultant DPR Detailed Project Report EIA Environmental Impact Assessment EMP Environmental Management Plan FC Forest Clearance km Kilometer kmph Kilometer per hour m Meter MPFD Madhya Pradesh Forest Department MLD Million Litter per Day MoEF Ministry of Environment and Forest MoRT&H Ministry of Road Transport and Highways MPPCB Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board NGOs Non Governmental Organizations NHAI National Highways Authority of India NOC No Objection Certificate OHT Over Head Tank PlU Project implementation Unit ppm Parts per Million PPP Public Private Partnership PUC Pollution Under Control PWD Public Works department R&R Resettlement and Rehabilitation RoW Right of Way SH State Highway

Executive Summary of EIA

E.1. Introduction The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report for the proposed improvements to the Project Road from Jabalpur to Lakhanadon (from existing Km 465+600 to Km 546+566) has been prepared according to the World Bank Policies and the structure of the EIA Report presented in the EIA Notification, 2006 by Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF), Government of India. The EIA is based on detailed field reconnaissance surveys, inventories and available secondary information.

Project corridor forms a part of NH-07 (Varanasi to Kanniyakumari which is longest NH in India) and is one of the major road corridors of Madhya Pradesh. Project Road connects North Indian states such as Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh with South Indian states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The project road starts from Jabalpur Bypass intersection with NH 12 at Km 465+600 (Design Chainage Km 465+600) to Lakhanadon Ahimsa Junction at Km 546+566 (Design Chainage Km 546+425) where NH7 meets with NH-26. Total length of the existing project corridor is 80.966 Km (Design 80.825 Km). The road runs North to South between latitudes of 23º 09’ 38.42” N & 22º 34’ 24.44” N and Longitudes of 79º 51’ 53.18” E & 79º 36’ 17 .20” E. Major portion of the project road passes through plain terrain. Generally, the land use along the project stretch is mixed with agricultural, forest, residential and commercial.

E.2. Baseline Environmental Profile of the Project Area The establishment of the baseline environmental status of the project influence area helps to predict the magnitude of impacts that are likely to be caused due to the proposed improvements of the project road. It also helps to identify critical environmental attributes required to be monitored during and after the proposed developments. In addition to the baseline environmental monitoring the project activities conducted by the Consultants for the study (establishment of the baseline environmental profile of the project area) includes field inspection at all the sensitive locations, collection of secondary information for all the environmental components and discussions with the officials, NGO’s and local public.

E.2.1. Physiography The proposed project road traverses through all types of terrain patterns such as plain, rolling and hilly terrains. The maximum stretch of the project road i.e. about 44.35 Km passes through plain terrain and the rest i.e. about 22 km through rolling terrain and about 10.5 Km through hilly terrain, particularly in Ghat sections.

E.2.2. Meteorology Jabalpur district is blessed with bracing climatic condition. The mean monthly temperature of the district varies from 34.1 ºC to 17.8 ºC. Total mean annual rainfall in the district was 1227 mm and number of rainy days in a year is 55 days. The Relative Humidity of the district varies

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from 28% to 85 %. Seoni district experiences a tropical monsoon climate and mean monthly temperature varies between 33.1 ºC and 19.3 ºC. The mean annual rainfall (MAR) recorded was 1385 mm out of which 85 % was received during June to September. Total number of rainy days in a year is 65 days. The relative humidity of the district varies from 28% to 84%.

E.2.3. Geology and Mineralogy The Jabalpur district is constituted with the oldest group of rocks comprising of Archaeans and Proterozoic formation. The sub – metamorphic’ series includes a great variety of rocks and stretches eastwards in to the Son valley. The district has abundant economic minerals comprising of Iron and Manganese ores. Dolomite marble, Bauxite, China clay, Copper ore, Fireclay, limestone, Ochre, Quartz/Silica sand and feldspar ores also occur in Jabalpur district.

The geology of Seoni district is mainly composed of Metamorphic Rocks where southern part of the district comprises of Tirodi Biotite Gneiss (TBG), Quartzite, Mica Schist of Supracrustal Sausar Group - (SSG), Calc Silicate rocks of Lohangi series, Muscovite-Biotite schist of Mansaur series, Quartzite, Quartz-Muscovite schist of Charbaoli series and Crystalline Limestone and Dolomite of Bichua series (GSI 2002). The district also constitutes Deccan trap with sporadic occurrence of lameta, intertrappean beds, laterite cappings and Meso-Proterozoic to recent alluvium. The important mineral occurrence in the district is Granite, Dolomite and Fireclay. The proposed project road passes through basaltic rock followed by Deccan traps.

E.2.4. Soil Characteristics Jabalpur district predominantly consists of black cotton soil. Jabalpur lies close to tropics. Mainly four types of soil such as Entisol, Inceptisol, Vertisol and Podosol were observed in the district. The soil of Seoni district is the rich black cotton soil formed by disintegrated trap and the about two-thirds of the district is said to consist this black cotton soil. However, towards the south of Seoni District, where cliffs of gneiss and other primitive formations occur, the soil is siliceous and contains a large proportion of clay. Soil types found along the project road are deep black soil and shallow black soil in Jabalpur district and medium black soil in Seoni district.

E.2.5. Hydrology The project alignment is passing/abutting several water bodies such as Rivers, Nalas, Irrigation canals, lakes, ponds, wells, hand pumps, deep tube wells and over head tanks (OHT). At Km 471+470 and Km 533+954 the project road is crossing the Narmada River and Sher River respectively. Other than these, at 24 locations the project road is passing through canals (and requires construction of minor bridges). And 141 culverts exist along the project road. Bargi dam is the largest dam of Madhya Pradesh situated at 8 Km towards LHS of the project road near Bargi village. Rani Avantibai irrigation canal, which was developed under Rani Avanthibai Lodi Sagar project, is crossing the project road at 3 locations . At Km 469+250 on left hand side, Jabalpur City Municipal Corporation is constructing a drinking water treatment plant of 120 MLD capacity, which lies at a distance of 20m from CL of the existing project road. A water supply pipeline of 1.35m diameter is crossing the project road at Km 469+900 and runs parallel at a distance of 10m from the edge of the carriageway up to Km 471+800.



E.2.6. Ambient Air Quality The baseline status of ambient air quality has been established through a scientifically designed network of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (AAQM) stations set up at 6 locations along the project road representing different conditions like rural, urban, residential commercial and industrial areas. The monitoring was done for 24 hrs for one week. The results show that all the ambient air quality parameters are well within the revised NAAQ Standards at all the locations. There are no major air polluting sources in the project area and generally, the air quality of the area is found to be good.

E.2.7. Surface and Sub Surface Water Quality Water samples were collected from seven locations along the project road. Out of these, surface water samples were drawn from 5 locations and ground water sample were drawn from 2 locations. The analysis reports were compared with the relevant standards such as IS: 10500 for ground water and IS: 2296 for surface water samples. It was found that all important parameters were falling within the prescribed limit except Alkalinity as CaCo3 exceeds at Sher River (S5) and in ground water samples Chola gulai (G1) and Bar batti (G2), and Calcium exceeds at ground water sample G1.

E.2.8. Noise Levels Out of the 6 locations where noise level has been monitored, three represent residential areas and one each location represents silence, commercial and industrial area. Day time noise level in all the locations exceeds the prescribed limits of CPCB standards except in Hulki and Dhuma (proposed bypass). Except Chola gulai and Bargi (proposed bypass) locations in all other locations noise level exceeds the prescribed limit for night time.

E.2.9. Forests and Protected Areas The project road passes through Reserved and Protected Forests at several locations. The forest maps of the project road were collected from I.T. Department, Madhya Pradesh Forest Department to identify the affected forest land due to proposed project improvements. During design stage, at many locations diversion of forest land is avoided to minimise the impact on forests biota. Further, at some locations where forests present on both sides, the design RoW is restricted to 30 m. Total forest land to be diverted for the proposed project is estimated to 28.17Ha. Teak trees are predominately found in the Reserve forest areas.

Animals such as Cheetal, Sambar, Nilgai, Wild dogs, Gaur, Sloth beer, jackals, fruit eating bats, mongoose and hare; reptiles such as rat snakes, cobra and turtles; and birds like peacocks, mynah, bulbul, kites and pigeon were also found in the forest areas of these districts.

No Protected area such as National park or Wildlife sanctuary was observed within 10 km distance from the project road.

E.2.10. Flora and Fauna Flora: Inventory of trees along the project road was carried out. Total number of trees to be felled for the project is around 9968. Acacia arabica (Babul) is the most widely distributed tree along the project road, followed by Tectona grandis (Teak), Azadirachta indica (Neem),



Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus), Ficus religiosa (Peepal tree) and Dalbergia sissoo (Indian Rose wood tree) at the top positions in the order of spatial distribution along the project road.

Fauna: Cattle, buffaloes, sheep and goats are the common livestock found in these districts apart from poultry birds.

E.2.11. Land use Land use along the road is of mixed nature with industrial, agricultural, forest and barren land. At the initial stretch from Km 466+000 to Km 475+000, land use is agricultural land with small pockets of built-ups. From Km 475+000 to Km 477+000 (Choluvalai Ghat) the alignment passes through rolling terrain and forest area. Further the alignment traverses through hilly area (Banjari ghat forest area) from Km 508+600 to Km 513+000. No major town or city is situated along the project stretch other than the built-ups present at Sukari village and Bargi town and Dhuma town. In Lakhanadon, the road passes through the outskirts of the built-up. Stone crushing industries (quarries) are present at many places along the project road.

E.3. Assessment of Potential Environmental Impacts E.3.1. Potential Negative Impacts of the Project during Construction

Phase The activities during the construction phase of the project road includes leveling of site, clearing of trees along the alignment, widening of existing road with paved shoulders, construction of culverts and bridges and quarry operations for the road work. Some of the potential direct and indirect negative impacts of the project during construction phase will be the following.

• Filling in low-laying areas for embankments of the road • Diversion of forest areas and cutting of large number of trees • Loss of topsoil due to clearing and grubbing of vegetation for new alignment, borrow

area and quarry operation, construction camps and material stacking yard • Temporary impacts on flora and fauna due to the construction activities • Temporary impact on the drainage pattern due to embankment, culvert and bridge

constructions • Impact on traffic management system • Increased air pollution (including dust) during project road construction • Increased noise levels due to the movement of vehicles and construction activities • Increased soil erosion leading to loss of top soil and pollution of surface water bodies • Spillage of oils and other hazardous materials leading to pollution of surface and sub-

surface waters • Pollution of rivers and canals due to construction of bridges and culverts

E.3.2. Potential Positive Impacts of the Project The positive impacts of the project are

• Reduction in air pollution along existing road due to reduction in traffic congestion and smooth vehicular movement

• Reduction in air and noise pollution and accidents in built-up areas due to construction of bypasses



• Reduction in fuel consumption and travel time due to better service level of roads • Improved safe and efficient connectivity between Jabalpur and Seoni Districts. • Generation of local employment during road construction • Improvement of local economy and industry due to better infrastructure facilities

E.3.3. Potential Negative Impacts of the Project during Operation Phase During the operational phase of the project, traffic in the project road and the average speed of vehicles will increase. Some of the potential direct and indirect negative impacts of the project during operation phase are the following:

• Increased noise pollution along existing road and bypasses due to the vehicular movement at high speed

• Increased air pollution along bypasses due to newly introduced vehicular traffic • Impact on natural drainage pattern of the project area • Pollution of water bodies and impacts on its ecosystem due to hazardous chemical or

oil spillage into the canals and streams

E.4. Analysis of Alternatives To avoid traffic through congested areas and the subsequent impacts as well as to reduce resettlement issues, bypasses are recommended at four locations – Bargi, Sukari, Dhuma and Lakhanadon. Several alternative options have been assessed after collecting and analysing the field data. These options have been considered based on the impacts of project improvements on the built-up areas as well as natural environment, land acquisition and overall highway design standards stipulated for National Highways.

For each location, the bypass option with least environmental and social impacts was recommended and the bypass option was finalized based on techno-feasibility as well as environmental and social impacts. Summary of list of recommended bypasses are presented in Table E.1.

Table E.1. Summary of Proposed Bypass

Existing Chainage Design Chainage Sl. No

Bypass Name

From To

Length of Existing Road Bypassed (Km)

From To

Length of the Bypass (Km)

Increase / Decrease in Length (Km)

1 Bargi 487+200 489+700 2.500 487+100 489+800 2.700 0.400 2 Sukari 497+800 499+000 1.200 497+500 498+820 1.320 0.120 3 Dhuma 520+700 524+100 3.400 520+570 524+340 3.770 0.470 4 Lakhanadon 541+900 545+600 3.700 541+900 545+600 3.650 2.900 Total length of existing road bypassed (Km) 10.800 Total length of bypasses (new alignment) (Km) 11.440 Total increase in road length due to bypasses (Km) 0.640

E.5. Public Consultations Public Consultations were conducted at eight locations; Lamda Ghat, Chulavulai Ghat, Bargi, Sukari, Barbatai, Dhuma, Sonaidongri and Lakhanadon. The main issue raised during the consultation process was the demand for market rate for land acquisition with single installment. Other issues raised include requirement of wayside amenities like bus stop,


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drainage facilities, etc. and hand pumps. Local people demanded for speedy implementation of the project. Tenants of the affected structures demanded for R&R package and also demanded for proper street lights, avenue plantation and drainages along the project road.

E.6. Mitigation of Impacts & Environmental Management Plan In order to address the impacts predicted for various project activities, mitigation measures, environmental enhancement measures, monitoring actions and a reporting schedule are suggested in the form of an Environmental Management Plan (EMP). The EMP includes a list of all project related activities with their impacts and mitigation measures at different stages of project (namely pre-construction phase, construction phase and operation Phase), Environmental monitoring plan and a clear reporting schedule. The EMP sets a time frame to all proposed mitigation and monitoring actions with specific responsibility assigned to the proponents, the contractors and the regulatory agencies.

All project-related activities, their impacts on environment and mitigation measures for the impacts at different stages of project are presented in the Table E.2.


Table E.2. Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures

Activity Environmental Impact

Mitigation Measures Responsibility

PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHASE Land Acquisition, clearing encroachments and R&R

Loss of buildings The land acquisition will be in accordance with the RAP and entitlement framework. All R&R activities shall be completed before starting the construction.

NGOs, PIU

Relocation of Utilities and common property resources (CPR)

Damage to utilities, Inconvenience to Public

All the utilities and common property resources being impacted due to the project shall be relocated with prior approval from the concerned Departments/Agencies before commencement of construction.

Contractor, PIU

Debris disposal site identification

loss of productive lands or natural habitats

Selection of the disposal sites will be carried out in consultation with the Madhya Pradesh State Pollution Control Board, Revenue Department and Forest Department in order to ensure that no natural drainage, productive lands or natural habitat get adversely impacted due to disposal.

Contractor, PIU

Establishment of Stone Crushers, Batching Plants, Hot-mix plants

Air, water, noise and soil pollution

Specifications of Stone crushers, hot mix plants and batching plants to be established for the project shall comply with the requirements of the relevant legislations of Madhya Pradesh State/Central Pollution control Board.

Contractor

Selection of construction vehicles, machinery and equipments

Air and noise pollution

All the vehicles, machinery and equipments to be engaged for the construction work shall be attached with the latest, advanced pollution control measures available in the country and those shall conform to the relevant Indian standards.

Contractor, PIU

Materials (Sand, earth and aggregates) sourcing

Loss of productive land, noise and air pollution

Contractor shall procure materials from licensed sources. Every detail (Location, ownership, agreement, redevelopment Plan) of the material sourced shall be intimated to CSC for periodic inspections, so that appropriate measures are implemented at site towards safe operation and minimizing impacts.

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Haul roads maintenance Air and noise pollution

During the inception of the project, Contractor shall identify the network of roads (especially the village roads) to be used for haulage of construction materials. Strategy for the maintenance of identified haul road stretches is to be prepared so that regular maintenance is carried out to those stretches by the Contractor for easy plying of construction vehicles as well as the regular local commuters.

Contractor, CSC, PIU

Selection of Borrow areas

Air, water and noise pollution, loss of productive lands

Compliance to all the Madhya Pradesh State norms towards operation and environmental protection of borrow areas is the sole responsibility of the Contractor. CSC shall inspect locations intended for operation and mitigation measures shall be instructed towards satisfactory redevelopment. Inspection to the borrow areas will be carried out by raising Request for Inspection (RFI) by the Contractor for each of the borrow areas and to obtain subsequent approval from CSC.

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Selection of Stone Quarries

Air and noise pollution, loss of productive lands

Contractor will identify the stone quarries in consultation with the Mining Department. A comprehensive Quarry Management Plan needs to be prepared incorporating Environmental and Safety Management Plan with special emphasisto Quarry redevelopment for approval from CSC.

Contractor

CONSTRUCTION PHASE 1. Impact on Soil Quality Removal of vegetation cover, Excavations of borrow pits

Increased soil erosion, loss of top soil.

Turfing of road embankment slopes, development of compensatory afforestation, Borrow area rehabilitation. In borrow pits, the depth of the pit shall be regulated so that the sides of the excavation will have a slope not steeper than 1 vertical to 4 horizontal from the edge of the final section of bank The devices for checking soil erosion include the formulation of sediment basins, slope drains etc. Such works and maintenance, thereof, will be deemed as incidental to the earthwork.

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Cutting of trees shall be carried out in phases and compensatory afforestation shall be started at the earliest with sufficient protection measures.

Acquiring of extra RoW and construction of bypasses, Use of productive lands for storing, stock yards and workers camp, Borrowing of earth

Loss of productive topsoil

The topsoil from all areas of cutting and all areas to be permanently covered shall be stripped to a specified depth of 150 mm and stored in stockpiles of height not exceeding 2 meters. The stored topsoil shall be spread back to restore the productivity of the exhausted borrow areas. Also the accumulated soil shall be utilized for developing median plantation and raising turfs in the embankment slopes. The exhausted borrow areas shall be developed into water bodies for local use, practicing fishery. Borrow areas shall be selected preferably from barren and infertile lands.

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Movement of Heavy Vehicles

Compaction of productive top soil

Construction vehicles, machinery and equipment shall move, or be stationed in pre-identified designated areas only. If operated from temporarily hired land, it will be ensured that the topsoil for agriculture remains preserved & not get compacted.

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Spillage of fuel, lubricants and hazardous chemicals

Contamination of soil and negative impact on the growth of the floral vegetation and faunal distribution.

Vehicles and machinery are maintained and refilled in such a fashion that fuel spillage does not contaminate the soil. Fuel storage and refilling sites shall be kept away from cross drainage structures and important water bodies. All spills shall be disposed off as desired and the site shall be fully cleaned before handing over. Soil quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan to ascertain level of contamination.

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Disposal of construction wastes

Loss of productive lands

The construction wastes shall be dumped in selected pits, developed on infertile land. All applicable waste disposal norms to be followed. Waste land to be preferred for construction debris disposal.

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2. Impact on Water Quality Surface runoff from the construction site, Dumping of construction debris in or nearby water bodies

Increased turbidity of water. Deterioration of Water quality of community water sources. Adverse impact on aquatic ecosystem.

No labour camps, stone crushers, hot mix plants and other heavy machinery shall be located near to water bodies. No discharge from such establishments shall follow their path into nearby water bodies. Dumping of debris in or nearby water bodies shall be strictly avoided. Waste products shall be collected, stored and taken to approve disposal sites as per prevailing disposal norms. Runoff from the construction site shall be passed through silt traps. Pitching, stabilisation of soil and slope protection measures shall be taken up to reduce erosion of soils. Water quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan so that appropriate measures are taken up towards abatement of pollution.

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Spillage of fuels and lubricants, spillage of hazardous chemicals

Deterioration of water quality of community water sources Adverse impact on aquatic ecosystem

Appropriate drainage arrangements with catch drains and catch pits designed to safely drain out the hazardous chemicals shall be provided. To avoid spillage of fuel and lubricants, the vehicles and equipment shall be properly maintained and repaired. Maintenance shall be carried out on impervious platforms with spill collection provisions. Water quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan to detect any contamination or spillage.

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Acquisition of water sources like wells, tube-wells & ponds

Loss of drinking water and irrigation water sources

Any source of water for the community such as ponds, wells, tube-wells etc. lost incidentally shall be replaced immediately.

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Construction of embankments

Blocking of cross drainage and resultant flooding

Earth, stone or any other construction material shall be properly disposed off, so that the flow of water in cross drainage channels is not blocked.

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Absence of proper sanitation and waste

Contamination of water bodies and

Construction laborers` camps shall be located away from the habitation and from major water bodies. Adequate sanitary facilities, drainage, washing and

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disposal in construction camps

spreading of water-borne diseases. Health risk to workers & public

toilet facilities with septic tanks and refuse collection and disposal shall be provided to the workers. The provision of water supply and toilet facilities shall be made as per the stipulated guidelines in the Indian Labour Act. Water quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan.

Use of water for construction from community water sources

Scarcity of water to the community

Arrangement for supply and storage of water will be made by the contractor in such a way that the water availability and supply to nearby communities remain unaffected. If a new tube-well is to be bored, proper sanction and approval by Ground Water Department is needed. The wastage of water during the construction shall be minimized. In case of tapping water from community sources, consent will be obtained from local Administration for the same.

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Construction of impervious bituminous pavement and drains

Reduction in area for ground water recharge

Rain water harvesting pits shall be constructed at average distance of 500m. The pits shall be at least 3 - 5 m above the highest ground water table.

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3. Impact on Air Quality Gaseous emission from construction vehicles and machinery

Deterioration of ambient air quality and adverse health impacts.

All vehicles, equipment and machinery used for construction shall be regularly maintained to ensure that the emission levels are as per norms of PCB. Idling of delivery trucks or other equipment shall not be permitted during periods of unloading or when they are not in active use. The human settlements shall be at least 500 m down windward direction of Hot (asphalt) mix plant. The construction operations during nights, especially in the winter season shall be carried out under restricted conditions. Air quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan to detect any deterioration in air quality due to the construction activities.

Contractor and CSC

Dust generation due to material handling, operation of crushers and hot mix plants, movement of construction vehicles

Dust emissions will have adverse effect on the health of construction workers as well as

All precautions shall be taken to reduce the level of dust emissions from the hot mix plants. The hot-mix plants shall be sited at least 500 m from the nearest habitation and from major water bodies. They shall be fitted with dust extraction units.

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and construction activities

the public in the surrounding communities. Dust settled on leaves may reduce growth rate of the plants.

Water shall be sprayed on the earth mixing sites, asphalt mixing site and service roads. During sub grade construction, sprinkling of water shall be carried out at least twice a day on a regular basis during the entire construction period especially in the winter and summer seasons. Special attention shall be given in the sections where the alignment passes through sensitive areas such as schools, hospitals and urban areas. As soon as construction is over the surplus earth shall be utilised to fill up low-lying areas. In no case, loose earth shall be allowed to pile up along the alignment. Vehicles delivering material shall be covered with tarpaulins. Air quality monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan.

4. Impact on Noise Levels Noise generated from construction vehicles, asphalt plants and equipments

Since the noise generating activities are localized and intermittent, no serious impact on human health is anticipated. Residential areas nearby the construction site may experience increase in night time ambient noise levels.

Construction contract shall clearly specify the use of equipment emitting noise of not greater than 90 dB (A) for the eight hour operation shift. The citing of construction yards shall be done leaving at least 100 m distance from any residential areas which will allow noise to attenuate. The main noise producing sources such as the concrete mixers, generators, grader, etc. shall be provided with noise shields around them. The noise shields can be any physical barriers, which is effective in adequate attenuation of noise levels. A 3 m high enclosure made up of brick and mud with internal plastering of a non-reflecting surface will be very effective in this regard. For protection of construction workers, earplugs shall be provided to those working very close to the noise generating machinery. At construction sites within 150 m of human settlements, noisy construction shall be stopped between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am Noise level monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan.

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5. Impact on Flora and Fauna Removal of trees for widening of existing road and construction of bypasses.

The impact on biodiversity will be negligible since most of the trees are of common occurrence. Loss of trees will lead to Increase in soil erosion, loss of shade and other benefits of trees, and decline in air quality especially in market places.

Small trees shall be transplanted wherever possible to minimise the impacts of loss of trees. Trees to be cut, shall be removed in phases. Areas of tree plantation cleared will be replaced according to Compensatory Afforestation Policy under Forest Conservation Act-1980. The compensatory plantation shall be carried out in consultation with the Madhya Pradesh State Forest Department. Adequate care of the compensatory plantation shall be taken up so as to achieve optimum survival rate. Landscaping shall be done with a lag of 3 to 4 months from the start of the work on any section. The section shall be deemed to be completed when the landscaping is over. Survival rate of plants shall be included in the contract specifications, so as to ensure that the compensatory plantation achieves the objective of compensating lost trees. Indigenous and endemic tree species suitable for the area shall be planted at the onset of monsoon season. The plants shall be provided with adequate protection from animals and proper monitoring shall be carried out to ensure their growth.

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6. Health and Safety of Workers Poor maintenance of machines and vehicles, poor light conditions at the work place, carelessness and poor management of work

Accident risk to workers from construction activities.

To ensure safe construction environment, lighting devices and safety signal devices shall be installed. Traffic rules and regulations to be strictly followed. Safety of workers undertaking various operations during construction shall be ensured by providing them the helmets, masks, safety goggles, etc. Regular tool talks, mock drills and training programmes shall be organized to educate workers towards adopting safe working methods. The electrical equipment shall be checked regularly to avoid risks to workers.

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At every work place, a readily available first aid unit including an adequate supply of dressing materials, a mode of transport (ambulance), nursing staff and an attending doctor shall be provided.

Unhygienic conditions at work place and camp sites, Non-availability of good drinking water.

Health problems to workers

Adequate drainage, sanitation and waste disposal shall be provided at workplaces. First Aid facility shall be made available at each work locations. Periodical medical checkup facility shall be provided to all the workers. At every workplace, good and sufficient water supply shall be maintained to meet the daily chore of the residing population. Measures shall be implemented so that waste water is collected in septic tanks/soak pits. No surface stagnation of water will be allowed to avoid vector outburst.

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7. Impact on Cultural Properties and Amenities Construction at culturally or archaeologically important locations.

Damage or loss of cultural properties

All necessary and adequate care shall be taken to minimise the impact on cultural properties. If articles such as fabrics, coins, artifacts, structures or other geographically or archaeologically important materials are discovered, the excavation shall be stopped and the Archaeological Department shall be intimated.

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Roadside landscaping Improved aesthetics

Avenue plantation shall be carried out with foliage, shady trees mixed with flowering trees, shrubs and scented plants as per detailed design. Rest areas for travelers at specified chainages to be developed with landscaping so that rest areas avail shade.

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Improvement of roadside amenities

Improved comfort level of travelers

Restoration and improvement of bus shelters, bus bays and truck stoppage sites shall be carried out as per detailed design. Road furniture like footpaths, railings, traffic signs etc. shall be erected as per design.

Contractor and CSC

Enhancement of cultural properties

Harmony, goodwill and coherence amongst communities

Enhancement of all cultural properties and access road shall be completed as per the design

Contractor and CSC

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Improvement of road geometry and pavement condition

Less chances of accidents.

Proper implementation of traffic rules will be the responsibility of the traffic Police. Proper maintenance of traffic signs and implementation of accident care facilities along the road will be by the project implementation agency.

Contractor, PIU and Police

Improvement of road surface and its maintenance

Reduced dust generation from road. Increased vehicular emissions due to increased traffic.

Proper implementation of vehicular emission control rules will be the responsibility of the Madhya Pradesh State Motor Vehicles Department. Roadside tree plantation shall be restored and maintained as per the compensatory plantation plan. SPM, RSPM, CO, SO2, and NOx to be monitored as per Environmental Monitoring Plan.

Contractor, PIU and Motor Vehicles Department

Increase in traffic Increase in the ambient noise levels, especially during night time along the project road.

Development of greenbelt shall comprise of selected species of trees with high canopy along the project road for attenuation of noise. Use of horns shall be restricted at sensitive locations like schools and hospitals through the use of appropriate signboards along the road. Use of air horns shall be minimized during night. Noise barriers shall be provided along the road at sensitive locations such as hospitals, schools, residential areas, courts etc. Noise monitoring shall be conducted as per Environmental Monitoring Plan.

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Increase in embankment height and Improvement of flood water drains

Water logging during monsoon will not take place.

The cross drainage system and the flood water drains shall be periodically cleared.

Contractor and PIU

Compensatory plantation

Improved biodiversity and aesthetics

The re-plantation scheme, containing Indigenous and endemic tree species suitable for the area, shall be strictly implemented.

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Spillage of hazardous chemicals due to accidents

Soil and water bodies nearby the accident site may get contaminated. Safety risk to the public nearby the accident area.

The rules as defined in Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 shall be complied For delivery of hazardous substances, three certificates namely permit license, driving license and guarding license issued by Transport Department shall be maintained. Vehicles carrying hazardous substances shall display mandatory safety signs In case of spillage, it shall be reported to relevant department and their instructions shall be followed Cleaning of the spills at the accidental site shall be carried out as per regulations.

Motor Vehicles Department, Police

Improved safety measures and improved traffic management

The chances of accidents would be reduced

Traffic management plan shall be developed, especially for congested locations. Traffic control measures including speed limits shall be enforced strictly. RoW shall be properly marked and further encroachment of ROW shall be strictly prevented. Road side vendors shall be restricted to designated areas only.

PIU, Motor Vehicles Department and Police

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E.6.1. Environmental Compliance Monitoring Plan An Environmental Monitoring Plan, as presented in Table E.3., is proposed as part of the EMP to evaluate the efficiency of implementation of mitigation measures recommended in the EMP and to facilitate management decisions for the project.

Table E.3. Environmental Monitoring Plan

Air Quality Monitoring Project stage Construction and operation stages Parameter PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NOx, CO and Pb Sampling Method High volume air sampler to be located 50 m from the source of

pollution in the downwind direction. Method specified by CPCB for analysis shall be followed

Standards National Ambient Air Quality (NAAQ) Standards set by CPCB Frequency Once in every season for three seasons (except monsoon) per year

for every year of construction Duration Continuous 24 hours / or for 1 full working day Locations One monitoring station near each construction related facility

namely, hot mix plant, labour camp, staff quarters, borrow location and quarry location, and at sensitive locations along the project road at an average distance of 10 Km during construction stage. Monitoring shall be done at each additional construction related facility, if present. At sensitive locations along the project road at an average distance of 10 Km during operation stage.

Measures Wherever air pollution parameters increase above specified standards, additional measures as decided by the engineer shall be adopted

Implementation Contractor through approved monitoring agencies Supervision NHAI (or) Sub consultants appointed by NHAI Water quality Monitoring Project stage Construction stage Parameter pH, BOD, COD, TDS, Pb, Oil & Grease, Detergents and Faecal

Coliforms for Surface water. pH, TDS, Total hardness, Sulphate, Chloride, Fe, and Pb for groundwater.

Sampling Method Grab sample collected from source and analysis as per Standard Methods for Examination of water and Waste water

Standards Indian standards for Inland Surface Water (IS; 2296, 1982) and for Drinking water (IS; 10500,1991)

Frequency Twice a year (pre monsoon and post monsoon seasons) during the entire construction period

Duration One-time grab sampling Location At major water bodies along the road at an average distance of 20

Km Measures At locations of increased water pollution towards down stream, all

inflow channels shall be checked for pollution loads and channel delivering higher pollution loads shall be terminated from disposal into the water source.

Implementation Contractor through approved monitoring agencies Supervision NHAI (or) Sub consultants appointed by NHAI Noise Level Monitoring Project stage Construction and operation stages Parameter Noise level on dB (A) scale



Sampling Method Measure equivalent noise levels using an integrated noise level meter kept at a distance of 15m from edge of the pavement

Standards Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rulers, 2000 Frequency Once in every seasons (except monsoon) for each year of

construction Duration Reading to be taken at 15 seconds interval for 15 minutes every hour

for 24 hours and then average will be taken Location Near the hot mix plant and near sensitive locations such as school

hospital etc. along the road at an average distance of 10 Km during construction stage. Monitoring shall be done at each additional hot mix plant, if present. Near sensitive locations such as school hospital etc. along the road at an average distance of 10 Km during operation stage

Measures Incase of noise levels causing disturbance to the sensitive receptors, management measures as suggested in the EMP shall be carried out.

Implementation Contractor through approved monitoring agencies Supervision NHAI (or) Sub consultants appointed by NHAI Soil Quality Monitoring Project stage Construction Parameter Monitoring of Pb, SAR and Oil & Grease Sampling Method Sample of soil collected to be acidified and analyzed using

absorption spectrophotometer Standards Threshold for each contaminant set by IRIS database of USEPA until

national standards are promulgated Frequency During the pre monsoon and post monsoon seasons in each year for

the entire construction period Duration One-time grab sampling Location At productive agriculture lands abutting traffic detours and traffic

diversions and major intersections at an average distance of 20 Km along the road.

Measures At location of increased pollution levels, source shall be identified and shall be diverted from future disposal

Implementation Contractor through approved monitoring agencies Supervision NHAI (or) Sub consultants appointed by NHAI

E.6.2. Block Cost Estimate for EMP The cost of implementing the above mitigation measures, as estimated in Table E.4, works out to ₨ 10.44 Crores during construction phase. The operational cost of the same is estimated at ₨ 2.62 lakhs per annum during the first three years and from 4th year onwards the estimated cost per annum is ₨ 20.20 lakhs.

Table E.4. Cost Estimates for Environmental Management Plan

Item Assumptions Cost in Rs.

A. Total Cost During Construction Phase 1. Provision of Sewage and sanitation facilities for the construction camps, including maintenance for 3 years

Lump Sum 800,000.00

2. Provision of Water Supply Facilities for the construction camps

Lump Sum 500,000.00

3. Compensatory avenue plantation of thrice the number of trees to be cut and their fencing and maintenance for three years

₨ 900/Tree x 9968 Trees x 3 26,913,600.00



Item Assumptions Cost in Rs. 4. Shrub plantation in the 4.5 m median for the entire corridor @1000 saplings (double row) and their fencing and maintenance for 3 years

₨ 500/Shrub x 1000 Shrubs x 80.82 Kms*

40,400,000.00

5. Environmental Monitoring 5.1. Air Quality Monitoring at sensitive locations at an average distance of 10 Km

₨ 2000/location x 8 locations x 3 seasons x 3 years

144,000.00

5.2. Water Quality Monitoring at major water bodies at an average distance of 20 Km


60,000.00

5.3. Noise Monitoring at sensitive locations at an average distance of 10 Km


36,000.00

5.4. Soil Quality Monitoring at sensitive locations at an average distance of 20 Km


48,000.00

5.5. Mobilisation Charges ₨ 75000/season x 3 seasons x 3 years

675,000.00

6. Dust Suppression at Site ₨ 800/trip x 10 trips/day x 365 days x 2 years

5,840,000.00

7. Severances & Others (including training, workshops, awareness campaigning etc.)

Lump sum 100,000.00

8. Rainwater Harvesting ₨ 28,500/structure x 2 structure/Km x 80.82 Kms**

4,588,500.00

9. Compensatory afforestation in twice the area of forest land to be diverted for the project (2 x 28.17 Ha) including maintenance for 5 years (excluding the cost of forest land)

₨ 118,688.44/Ha x 28.17 Ha x 2

6,686,906.71

10. Net present value of forest land to be diverted for the project ₨ 6,26,000.00/Ha x 28.17Ha

17,634,420.00

Total cost during construction phase 104426426.71 B. Annual Cost During Operational Phase during First Three Years 1. Environmental Monitoring 1.1. Air Pollution Monitoring at sensitive locations at an average distance of 20 Km

₨ 2000/location x 5 locations x 3 seasons

30,000.00

1.2. Noise Monitoring at sensitive locations at an average distance of 20 Km

₨ 500/location x 5 locations x 3 seasons

7,500.00

1.3. Mobilisation Charges ₨ 75000/season x 3 seasons 225,000.00 Total annual cost during operational phase during first three years 262,500.00 C. Annual Cost During Operational Phase from 4th Year Onwards 1. Maintenance of Avenue Plantation ₨ 25000/km x 80.82 Kms 2,020,000.00 Total annual cost during operational phase from 4th year onwards 2,020,000.00

Note: * - 80.8 kms is considered for calculation purpose &

** - 80.5 kms is considered for calculation purpose



E.7. Conclusions and Recommendations No significant adverse impacts are anticipated on the environment due to the proposed project. However, temporary impacts are anticipated on air quality, noise levels, water quality, soil quality, flora & fauna and socio-economic environment of the project area. Further, an increase in ambient noise level is expected along the project road during the operation stage.

Proper mitigation measures are proposed in the EMP for mitigating the negative impacts. The environmental monitoring plan and reporting mechanism proposed as part of the EMP will ensure the proper implementation of the EMP. Thus, the overall benefits of project outweigh the negative impacts of the project.

The clearances required for the project are summarized below in Table E.5.

Table E.5. Summary of Requirements of Applicable Environmental Regulations

Regulation Requirement 1. EIA Notification, 2006 Environmental clearance from MoEF

The project envisages expansion of the existing National Highway greater than 30 km without additional land acquisition. However, bypasses are proposed at four locations which can be considered as new alignments involving land acquisition greater than 20m for right of way. Hence, the project falls under Category “A” in the Schedule of EIA Notification 2006 and requires environmental clearance from MoEF. Public Hearing is required for the project as per the notification.

2. Forest Conservation Act, 1980 Forest Clearance from MoEF through Madhya Pradesh Forest Department Diversion of forest land is required for the widening of the project road and hence, clearance is to be obtained from MoEF through Madhya Pradesh Forest Department.

3. Tree Cutting Permission Consent/ Permission from District Collector According to state rule, permit from District collector is required for cutting and transportation of scheduled trees within the proposed RoW.

4. Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

Consent For Establishment (CFE) from Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) Consent For Establishment from Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) is required for discharging waste water from construction activity and labour camps.

5. Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

Consent For Establishment (CFE) from Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) Consent For Establishment from MPPCB is required for setting up of Hot mix plant, crushers, mixing and batching plants, and diesel generators.


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