PRE – FEASIBILITY REPORT For DEVELOPMENT OF ECONOMIC CORRIDORS, INTER CORRIDORS AND FEEDER ROUTES TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY OF FREIGHT MOVEMENT IN INDIA UNDER BHARATMALA PARIYOJANA (Lot -5/Pkg.-4) Hassan – Huliyar – Hiriyur Route (EC-20) in the State of Karnataka
Submitted by
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIA
(Ministry of Road Transport & Highways Government of India)
DISCLAIMER
This report has been prepared by DPR Consultant on behalf of NHAI for the internal purpose and use of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEF&CC), Government of India. This document has been prepared based on public domain sources, secondary and primary research. The purpose of this report is to obtain Term of Reference (ToR) for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study for Environmental Clearance to develop the Economic Corridors and Feeder Routes to improve the efficiency of freight movement in India under Bharatmala Pariyojana Lot-5/Pkg: Hassan, Tumkur & Chitradurga districts.
It is, however, to be noted that this report has been prepared in best faith, with assumptions and estimates considered to be appropriate and reasonable but cannot be guaranteed. There might be inadvertent omissions/errors/aberrations owing to situations and conditions out of the control of NHAI and DPR Consultant. Further, the report has been prepared on a best-effort basis, based on inputs considered appropriate as of the mentioned date of the report.
Neither this document nor any of its contents can be used for any purpose other than stated above, without the prior written consent from NHAI.
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Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY...... 4
2. INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT ...... 5 2.1 Project Proponent ...... 5 2.2 Project Brief...... 5
2.3 Project Need and Importance ...... 6 2.4 Market Analysis ...... 7 2.5 Demand & Supply Gap and Benefits ...... 8
2.6 Imports vs. Indigenous Production ...... 8 2.7 Export Market ...... 8
2.8 Employment Generation (Direct and Indirect) ...... 8 3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION ...... 9 3.1 Interlinked and Interdependent Project ...... 9 3.2 Project Location ...... 9 3.3 Alternative Analysis ...... 9 3.4 Size and Magnitude of Operation ...... 9 3.5 Project Description with process (a schematic diagram / flowchart showing the project layout, components of the project etc. should be given.) ...... 9 3.6 Raw Materials ...... 10 3.7 Resource Optimization / Recycling and Reuse ...... 12 3.7.1 Water and Energy- Source and Availability ...... 12 3.7.2 Waste Quantity and Management ...... 12 3.7.3 Schematic Representations of the Feasibility Drawings ...... 12 4. ANALYSIS ...... 13 4.1 Site Analysis and Connectivity ...... 13 4.2 Land Form, Use & Ownership ...... 13 4.3 Forest & Wildlife Area ...... 13 4.4 Topography ...... 13 4.5 Existing Infrastructure ...... 13 4.6 Soil Classification ...... 14 4.7 Climatic Data ...... 15 4.7.1 Hassan District ...... 15 4.7.2 Tumkur District ...... 15 4.7.3 Chitradurga District ...... 15 4.8 Available Social Infrastructure ...... 15 4.9 Water Bodies ...... 15 5. PLANNING BRIEF ...... 16 6. PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE ...... 16 6.1 Industrial Area ...... 16 6.2 Residential Area ...... 16 6.3 Green Belt ...... 16 6.4 Social Infrastructure ...... 16 6.5 Connectivity ...... 16 6.6 Drinking Water Management ...... 16
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6.7 Sewerage System ...... 17 6.8 Industrial Waste Management ...... 17
6.9 Solid Waste Management ...... 17 6.10 Power Requirement—Supply & Source ...... 17 7. REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT PLAN ...... 18 8. PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES ...... 18 9. ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL ...... 18
List of Tables
Table 1: Project Salient Features……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Table 2: Project Coordinates……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9 Table 3: List of Raw Material……………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 Table 4: Land Form & Use………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..13
List of Figures
Figure 1: Route Map of proposed project vs. existing road network………………………………………………… ...... 6 Figure 2: Typical cross section for Economic Corridor as per Economic Corridor Circular………………….. ... 11
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is a nodal agency of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The NHAI was created through the promulgation of the
National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988. In February 1995, the Authority was formally made an autonomous body. It is responsible for the development, maintenance and management of National Highways.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) / National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has decided to develop the proposed project to improve the efficiency of freight
movement in India under Bharatmala Pariyojana. The proposed new greenfield alignment, for which this proposal for diversion of forest land is for construction of economic corridor no. 20, to improve the efficiency of freight movement in India under the Bharatmala Pariyojana proposed Greenfield alignment (Almost straight alignment) Crow – Fly route will provide direct connectivity from Hassan to Hiriyur. The project being discussed under this report concerns a section of the proposed green-field under Bharatmala Pariyojana Lot-5/Pkg4. The alignment shall start from Heggadihalli at Ch. 0.000 Km (12°59'17.50"N, 76°11'57.74"E) in Hassan district road is passing through plain & rolling terrain and ends at Hulugalakunte Ch. 114.139 (13°53'51.36"N, 76°35'57.79"E) on proposed bypass to Hiriyur on AH-48 (new number) in Chitradurga District. The project proponent for the Project is National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). As per MoEF&CC EIA Notification 2006, the proposed Project is covered under schedule ‘7f - Category A’, wherein submission of the Environment Impact Assessment Report to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), New Delhi is a pre-requisite to obtain Environmental Clearance. This Pre-feasibility Report is a part of the application being made for the grant of Terms of Reference (TOR) for conducting the EIA studies for the proposed section of Lot-5/Pkg4.
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2. INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT
2.1 Project Proponent National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), an autonomous agency of the Government of India,
is responsible for management of a network of national highways across the country. It is a nodal agency of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India. Its vision is to meet the nation’s need for the provision and maintenance of national highways network to global standards and to meet user expectations in the most time-bound and cost-effective
manner, within the strategic policy framework set by the Government of India and thus promoting economic well-being and quality of life of the people. NHAI shall be the nodal authority/ proponent for the development of this Project.
2.2 Project Brief The proposed new greenfield alignment, for which this proposal for diversion of forest land is for construction of economic corridor no. 20, to improve the efficiency of freight movement in India under the Bharatmala Pariyojana proposed Greenfield alignment (Almost straight alignment) Crow – Fly route will provide direct connectivity from Hassan to Hiriyur. The project being discussed under this report concerns a section of the proposed green-field under Bharatmala Pariyojana Lot- 5/Pkg4. The alignment is start at Heggadenahalli (NH-75) passing through villages: Dudha- Attavara- Mahadevarahalli- Gollarahalli- Belgumba – Hunasekatee- Honavalli- Gopalapura- Kenkere- Doddabyaladakere- Hindasakatte and ends at Hulagalakuntte (NH-150A) and there on to AH-48. The total length of the project stretch is 114.139 Km. Project alignment shall start from Heggadihalli at Ch. 0.000 Km (12°59'17.50"N, 76°11'57.74"E) in Hassan district and ends at Hulugalakunte (13°53'51.36"N, 76°35'57.79"E) in Chitradurga District. Overall, the Project is a 4-lane highway with a total length-114.139 km. Salient features of the Project are as follows: Table 1: Project Salient Features Sr. Particular Details No. Development Of Economic Corridors, Inter Corridors And Feeder Routes To Improve The Efficiency Of Freight Movement In India Project Name 1 Under Bharatmala Pariyojana (Lot -5/Pkg.-4) Hassan – Huliyar – Hiriyur Route(Ec-20) 2 Nature of Project 4-lane, access-controlled Greenfield Highway
3 The location starts from Heggadihalli and ends at Hulugalakunte Location of project village. It passes through Hassan, Tumkur & Chitradurga districts stretch in Karnataka. 4 Geographical (12°59'17.50"N, 76°11'57.74"E) to (13°53'51.36"N, 76°35'57.79"E) Coordinates 5 Land use along road is generally agriculture & barren land. The Land details road is passing through plain & rolling terrain.
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Sr. Particular Details No. 6 Water demand 5000 KLD water will be required during construction phase
7 Sources of water Tanker Supply
8 Chikkakadalur Railway Station- 5.2 Km Nearest railway station Koravangala Railway Station- 8.8 Km 9 Nearest state highway /National Highway Proposed alignment is crossing NH-75, AH-48, NH-150A 10 Nearest airport Chikkamagaluru Airport Approx. 69.3 Km
11 Seismic Zone Zone II (least active) and Zone III (moderate)
2.3 Project Need and Importance
The proposed alignment is designed for a 4-lane access-controlled configuration. This alignment passes through three districts via Hassan, Tumkur, and chitradurga District in the state of Karnataka. The project aims to improve the connectivity between NH-75 to AH-46, as heavy vehicular traffic prevails on the existing roads. Construction of the Highway for 4-Lane will reduce the number of accidents and fatality. It will also enhance connectivity between the rural areas of the Hassan, Tumkur and chitradurga district of the state with better opportunities for education, business, economy etc.
Figure 1: Route Map of proposed project vs. existing road network
The Project will further have following benefits at national and regional level:
Improving the quality of roads - The launch of the scheme has been done for bringing a new wave of development in the nation in the form of well-maintained and developed roads. Under this project, the construction of roads, in all parts of the nation will be undertaken. Total road construction - As per the draft of the scheme, government and the ministry will strive to complete new roads, which will add up to a whopping 34,800 kms. Integrated scheme - The Bharatmala is the name that is given to the road development and it
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will include many other related schemes as well. With the completion of all the schemes, the
overall success of the scheme will be guaranteed. • Total tenure of the program -The central government has the plans of finishing the scheme within a span of five years. Thus, all is set for finishing the first phase before the end of 2025 Year.
• Segmentation in phases - Due to the sheer magnitude and spread of the scheme, it will be divided into seven distinct phases. As of now, the first phase in under construction. • Construction on a daily basis - To finish the first phase in time, the respective department has made efforts of constructing at least 18 km of path on a daily basis. To beat the clock, continued efforts are being made to raise it to 30 km/day. • Different categories of road construction - It has been highlighted in the official draft of the scheme that to provide better connectivity, the construction of various categories of roads will be undertaken. • Multi-source of funding - One source will not be enough for funding such a mammoth project. Thus, the government will have to depend on other sources for generating adequate money to meet the expenses. Following major types of traffic load is expected on the Project: Commercial and Industrial: Traffic volume count has been carried out at 6 Location namely Hassan, Dudha, Arsikere, Bidarayammangudi Kavalu, and Huliyar & Hiriyuru. The project aims to improve the connectivity between NH-75 to AH-46, as heavy vehicular traffic prevails on the existing roads. It will also enhance connectivity between the rural areas of the Hassan, Tumkur and chitradurga district of the state with better opportunities for education, business, economy etc.
Tourist: Passenger traffic will be generated due to many places of tourist interest in the districts connected by the project corridor. Apart from places of historical importance such as forts, Temples, Reserved forest & many other tourist places.
Health and Education: Faster connectivity and accessibility to Chitradurga will help in higher flow of traffic from Hassan, especially for higher education, tertiary healthcare and specialized treatments. Reduction in travel time will allow patients to avail OPD / other medical services from the capital region.
2.4 Market Analysis The proposed Project plans to link 3 Districts. The strong regional connectivity proposed through the Project will further increase regional trade and economic growth. The regions to be connected through the Project have their distinct economic profiles: Hassan District has a rich and varied flora with over 1500 species of vascular plants. The major contributing factors to the variation in the vegetation are the differences in rainfall and topography within the district.
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There are 80 Industries are being looked after by the Inspector of Factories in Hassan District
and major among them are Petronet MHB Ltd , Reliance INFOCOM, Hemavathy Chemicals & Pesticides, B Katihally, Hassan etc.
Tumkur is a knowledge hub in the south interior of Karnataka. It has Tumkur University, two medical colleges, five engineering colleges, 38 degree and postgraduate colleges, one dental
college and many polytechnics, high schools and primary schools. Tumkur district's economy is majorly derived from agriculture. Plantation crops such as
coconut, areca nut, paddy cultivation (some parts) attributes to its economy. Tumkur City's economy comes from industries. Chitradurga devotes over 50% of its land for cultivation; Agro and allied activities form the major industry in the district, followed by textile industries. Oilseeds, maize and pulses are the major crops that are grown here Textiles, engineering and repair and servicing form other major contributors to the economy. The district has excellent social infrastructure, with a high number of educational institutions and healthcare facilities. These regions source their raw materials as well as transport their finished goods to various parts of the country. The corridor will provide efficient access to various markets by ensuring smooth flow of goods. The highway will also support the local businesses and economy along the project corridor.
2.5 Demand & Supply Gap and Benefits Not Applicable
2.6 Imports vs. Indigenous Production No import requirement is expected as the Project is a highway (road project) and doesn’t involve any manufacturing and production. The construction material for the highway will be sourced domestically.
2.7 Export Market The Project being a roadway project, there is no direct impact on exports. However, the connectivity improvements through the proposed Project shall have several indirect benefits.
2.8 Employment Generation (Direct and Indirect) The highway project is expected to generate employment during construction phase. It is estimated that 500 Nos. direct employees will be required per day during construction of the highway. Further, due to ecosystem development, the highway will also create considerable indirect employment opportunities in form of transportation of construction materials, greenbelt development, ancillary facilities like canteens, dhabas etc. During operations phase, the Project will largely have indirect employment benefits in form of highway amenities and through economic & social hubs developed around the highway. Efficient
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reach and connectivity to distant markets will further enhance economy of the districts and create
employment opportunities.
3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
3.1 Interlinked and Interdependent Project The interlinked projects to the proposed section shall include the development of the Hassan,
Tumkur and Chitradurga district and connecting sections of Lot-5/Pkg-4: Hassan to chitradurga Section. The details of the Interlinked and Interdependent project shall be provided in EIA report.
3.2 Project Location The proposed alignment of the project starts from Heggadihalli at Ch. 0.000 Km in Hassan district and ends at Hulugalakunte Ch. 114.139 in state of Karnataka. Geo-graphical Coordinates of start and end points are given in table below.
Table 2: Project Coordinates Description Coordinates Details NH -75 (Bangalore- Mangalore Starting Point (12°59'17.50"N, 76°11'57.74"E) highway) near Shanti gram village near by Sub Station Near Hulagalakuntte village (approx. 7kms before Hiriyur) intersection Terminating Point (13°53'51.36"N, 76°35'57.79"E) junction of Hiriyur Bypass on NH- 150A
3.3 Alternative Analysis Three alignment options are considered in order to finalize the proposed alignment. All the three alignments are compared in terms of techno-commercial aspect consisting minimum tree felling, minimum exorbitant cost, comparatively lower land degradation and lesser environmental impacts. The detailed alternative analysis is uploaded under additional attachments of ToR Application.
3.4 Size and Magnitude of Operation The total length of the project is 114.139 Km (Chainage: 0+000 Km to 114+139 Km) and RoW is 45.0 mts.
3.5 Project Description with process (a schematic diagram / flowchart showing the project layout, components of the project etc. should be given.)
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3.6 Raw Materials Project will consist of 4-laning Access controlled with services road with median 5.0 mtr. The width of carriageway of proposed vehicular underpass/ pedestrian under pass/ flyover 16.0 mts. (each). The width of services roads is 7.50 m on both sides of proposed VUP. The total length of service road is 55.800 kms. Flexible pavement is proposed for main carriageway, service road and bypasses. The proposed crust will consist of a) Granular Sub Base-200 mm, b) Wet mix Macadam- 250 mm, and c) Dense Bituminous Macadam- 120 mm and d) Bitumen concrete-50 mm. The highway construction will require minor minerals like stones, gravel, ordinary clay, ordinary sand, limestone, boulders, kankar, murum, brick earth, bentonite, road metals. As per MINES AND MINERALS (DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION) ACT, 1957, excavation of minor minerals during construction of roads shall be executed after prior permit. Table 3: List of Raw Material Particulars Quantity Unit Earth 5135 MT Fine Aggregate 654 MT Coarse Aggregate 1867 MT Water 4668 KLD Bitumen 18673 MT Cement 1204 MT Sand 933668 MT Structural steel 32678 MT Emulsion 1401 MT
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Figure 2: Typical cross section for Economic Corridor as per Economic Corridor Circular
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3.7 Resource Optimization / Recycling and Reuse
3.7.1 Water and Energy- Source and Availability Water: Water will be provided through bore wells/ water tankers with prior consent. Details will be furnished in EIA report. Power: LSD D.G sets shall be used for power for onsite construction sites, wherever grid power supply is not available.
3.7.2 Waste Quantity and Management Wastes generated within the site would be of food items, paints, cement, grit, bitumen, tar, cement, concrete, oil & grease etc. Waste shall be segregated and collected in separate bins and disposed off according to MoEF&CC regulations.
3.7.3 Schematic Representations of the Feasibility Drawings As per the EIA notification dated 14th September, 2006 under EPA Act 1986, it is mandatory for the proposed activity to get Environmental Clearance (EC) before setting up any project or expansion/modernization of any project. The details delineating the process is given below:
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a well-planned process to predict the environmental consequences of any kind of development, which is a result of human activities and to suggest appropriate measures in order to reduce adverse effects and also to augment positive effects. The EIA procures a rational and ethical approach for sustainable development. However, it is more scientific process because it not only tells the past, present and the future consequences of on- going developments, but also predicts the future events which are likely to change due to various reasons. In terms of the EIA notification of the MoEF & CC dated 14th September 2006, the generic structure of EIA documents shall be as under: -
Introduction Project Description Analysis of Alternatives (Technology & Site) Description of the Baseline Environment Anticipated Environmental Impact & mitigation Measures Environmental Monitoring Programme Risk Assessment and Disaster Management Plan Social Impact Assessment and R& R Plan Environmental Management Plan (EMP) Project Benefits Public Hearing Summary & Conclusion Disclosure of Consultant Engaged
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4. ANALYSIS
4.1 Site Analysis and Connectivity The latitude and longitude are 12°59'17.50"N, latitude, 76°11'57.74"E longitude at Heggadihalli, Hassan district and 13°53'51.36"N latitude, 76°35'57.79"E longitude at Hulagalakuntte end in chitradurga district. The proposed project passes through several villages- Dudha- Attavara- Mahadevarahalli- Gollarahalli- Belgumba – Hunasekatee- Honavalli- Gopalapura- Kenkere- Doddabyaladakere- Hindasakatte. Several National Highways and State Highways cross the project alignment.
4.2 Land Form, Use & Ownership The general land use pattern is agriculture & Barren Land. The area falling under the proposed
Right of Way (ROW) of 45 m of proposed Greenfield highway majorly passes through agricultural & barren land both of the side. The road is passing through plain and rolling terrain. Hence there will be permanent change in the land use from agricultural to non-agricultural land and forest land to non-forest land. Details of Land use breakup will be described in EIA-EMP report. Table 4: Land Form & Use Land pattern % of land use Land Area (Ha) Length (km) Barren 45.45% 233.443 51.876 Agriculture 42.45% 218.034 48.452 Forest 11.42% 58.656 13.035 Built up 0.68% 3.49265 0.776 Total Area 513.62565 Total Length 114.139
4.3 Forest & Wildlife Area The proposed project is passing through the Kudure Kanave Reserved Forest Area, Marikanave Reserved Forest. No National Park / Wildlife Sanctuary is located within 10 Km radius of the proposed alignment of the Project.
4.4 Topography A Plain - Rolling terrain & a Mountainous terrain is observed on this route as it comprises of straight leveled lands. This route falls under the Economic Corridor of India.
4.5 Existing Infrastructure The area falling under the proposed Right of Way (ROW) and the proposed bypasses majorly passes through agricultural land, hence there will be permanent change in the land use from agricultural to non-agricultural land. Near residential areas the land use will change from private to Government land. Details of Land use breakup will be described in EIA. There are several villages and settlements located in the vicinity of the existing route. The proposed project passes through major villages are:
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Sr. No Hassan – Hiriyur (EC -20) Proposed Route - Major Village list
1. Upparahosahalli 2. G. Mylanahalli
3. Handrangi 4. Yogihalli
5. Koramangala Kaval 6. Mayasamudra 7. Dudda
8. Mahadevarahalli 9. Borehalli 10. Rangapura kaval 11. Gyaraghatta 12. Kodihalli 13. Honnavalli 14. Kamalapura 15. Honnasettihalli 16. Gopalapura 17. Shegebagi 18. Kenkere 19. Doddabyladakere 20. Arsinagundi 21. Hindasakatte 22. Iddalagenahalli
4.6 Soil Classification Black, alluvial and brown soils are commonly found in this area. The soil is clay to sandy loam in texture. Black soil is the major variety found in the area.
Hassan District: The soils of the district display a wide diversity and are quite fertile. The main soil types are Red soil, Red sandy soil, mixed soil and Silty clay soil. The soils in the western talukas are derived from granites, laterites and schists. These soils are shallow to medium in depth and the color changes with depth from red at the surface and red and yellow mottles at depth. The soils are suitable for coffee, cardamom, areca, paddy and sugarcane crops. In the eastern talukas, the soils are red sandy type, which are derived from granite, gneisses and schists. These are shallow, loamy to sandy loamy in texture and are intermixed with coarse gravel and pebbles and are well drained but poor in moisture retaining capacity. These soils are suitable for crops like paddy, sugarcane, coconut, potato and vegetables under irrigated conditions and ragi, millets, groundnuts and cotton under rain fed conditions. In parts of Arsikere taluka, black soils are also seen locally.
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Tumkur District: The soils of the district are Red sandy loam the which Soil contains 75-80% sand,
silt 5-15% and clay 16-20%. Depth of the soil is shallow to medium. The clay fraction of red soils is rich in kaolinitic type of clay minerals. Medium in fertility, Shallow black soils the Depth of this soil is shallow, water holding capacity is poor, low fertility And Red loamy soils it is characterized by argillaceous soils with a cloddy structure and the presence of only a little concretionary material. Soils contain 31 – 34 % sand and 44 to 47% silt and 22 to 25 % clay, medium to high fertility.
Chitradurga: Soil types of the district comprise deep & shallow black soil, mixed red & black soil, red loamy & sandy soil. Physiographically the district comprises of undulating plains, interspersed with sporadic ranges and isolated low ranges of rocky hills.
4.7 Climatic Data 4.7.1 Hassan District Tropical savanna climates have monthly mean temperature above 18 °C (64 °F) in every month of the year and typically a pronounced dry season, with the driest month having precipitation less than 60mm (2.36 in) of precipitation. According to the Köppen Climate Classification, Hassan has a Tropical savanna climate.
4.7.2 Tumkur District Tumkur district falls in the eastern dry agro climatic zone. The temperatures start rising from January to peak in May, around 40o C is common. Thereafter it declines during the monsoon period. The humidity is lowest during the dry season and highest during the monsoon period. The winds are 8 predominantly south westerly during the summer monsoon and northeasterly during the winter monsoon. The annual potential evapotranspiration is over 1800mm with monthly rates less than 100mm during December and January and over 250 mm during May. May and June are the hottest months, the maximum temperature may sometimes go up to 48°C.
4.7.3 Chitradurga District The climate here is considered to be a local climate. During the year, there is little rainfall in Chitradurga. The temperature here averages 25.3 °C. The rainfall here averages 576 mm.
4.8 Available Social Infrastructure ~ 76 villages are identified along the proposed project. There are number of commercial and residential structures falling within the proposed ROW of the project. The details shall be provided in the EIA report.
4.9 Water Bodies The project doesn’t crosses any river and canals. There is an Uduvalli Lake within 0.9 Km from the project Site. The proposed alignment is planned in such a way that minimum water bodies is affected.
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5. PLANNING BRIEF
The proposed project is in feasibility study stage. After having undertaken the feasibility study and the grant of Terms of Reference (ToR), Detailed Project Report (DPR) shall be completed. The
DPR shall comprise of the planning brief including planning concept, land use planning, assessment of infrastructure demand and amenities/facilities.
6. PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE 6.1 Industrial Area Not applicable
6.2 Residential Area
Not applicable
6.3 Green Belt Greenbelt will be developed on both sides of the highway. Compensatory afforestation and avenue plantation will be undertaken on both sides of the highway for landscape improvement and increasing the aesthetic quality. It shall be ensured that the plant species are local, and no alien species will be introduced. Approx. 31860 nos. of trees are recorded in Corridor of Impact. Detailed plantation scheme shall be provided in EIA report.
6.4 Social Infrastructure Bus bays are proposed at village location. Truck bays and rest areas with toilet facilities shall be developed along the proposed Project. Toll plaza are proposed at different locations. Location of these facilities will be finalized in consultation with stakeholders.
6.5 Connectivity The proposed route is well connected with the existing road infrastructure (including nearby National and State Highways) and is accessible through NH 75, NH 170, CH 851, NH 150A. Development of proposed Greenfield Alignment for Hassan – Hiriyur which is having good connectivity to development of other roads by local body i.e. NH- 75 (Mangalore- Bangalore highway) is being widened to 4 lane highway. NH- 206 (Shimoga – Tiptur highway) is proposed for 4 lane highway. Following are the development programmes being worked upon under the KRDCL and taken up by PWD and National Highways near our project area;
6.6 Drinking Water Management In every workplace at suitable and easily accessible places a sufficient supply of temperate potable water (as per IS) will be provided and maintained. If the drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then, storage tanks will be provided.
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6.7 Sewerage System
Portable bio-toilets or septic tanks shall be provided for construction and operational workers. During operations phase, the waste water management system like proper sewerage system and
will be provided.
6.8 Industrial Waste Management Not Applicable.
6.9 Solid Waste Management
Waste management shall be done as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 & and Construction and demolition waste Management Rules 2016.
The Contractor shall avoid construction works close to the streams or water bodies during monsoon. All precautionary measures shall be taken to prevent the wastewater that is generated during construction from entering into streams, water bodies or the irrigation channels. Oil interceptors shall be provided for vehicle parking, wash down and refueling areas. The Contractor shall adopt the following rules and regulations for effective Control of Solid and Liquid water Management Schedule VI - General Standards for Discharge of Environmental Pollutants, CPCB The Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 and Water Act, 1974. Petroleum Act, 1934 and subsequent amendments Rules and Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 (Standards for Emission or Discharge of Environmental Pollutants Schedule – I) Annexure ‘A’ to Clause 501 (Protection of Environment) of MoRTH Specification Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rule 2016 Municipal Solid Waste Management Rule 2016 The Contractor is to ensure that there is good drainage at all construction areas, to avoid creation of stagnant water bodies especially in urban/industrial areas, including water in old types.
6.10 Power Requirement—Supply & Source Required power will be sourced through the local distribution company of Karnataka State Electricity Board and DG sets will also be installed as power backup source.
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7. REHABILITATION AND RESETTLEMENT PLAN Most of the land coming under the Project area is agricultural and barren land. Along with this, the alignment of highway passes through forest land. The land required for the construction of highway will be acquired by NHAI before the commencement of construction work.
Land acquisition shall be undertaken as per the provision of LARR, 2013 and NHAI Act 1988
(with its amendments). Rehabilitation and resettlement plan will be prepared after detailed census survey during EIA Study and will be submitted in EIA Report.
8. PROJECT SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES The Project shall start its construction work after fulfilment of the following activities: 1. Finalization and approval of Detailed Project Report. 2. Receipt of Environmental clearance from MoEF & CC and State Government. 3. Selection and on-boarding of Contractor for implementation works the completion period of the construction is estimated to be about 53 months. 4. The total estimated civil cost of the project is Approx. Rs 1905.63 Cr. The preconstruction cost is 61.93 Cr (Utility Relocation + Environmental Impact Mitigation). The total Capital cost of the project including the land acquisition cost is Rs 2210 Cr.
9. ANALYSIS OF PROPOSAL The benefits of the Project are multi-fold. It will substantially reduce the travel time between Hassan, Tumkur & chitradurga and the transit hubs falling on the alignment. In addition to the improved connectivity, it will also provide a boost to the economic status of the villages / towns falling in the dedicated Project area.
• Overall improvement will be expected in local area in terms of: • Better connectivity to economic, social and political hubs of the country • Faster growth and outreach to better and improved facilities • Fast and safe connectivity resulting in savings in fuel, travel time and total transportation cost • Reduction in accidents • Better approach to medical & educational services • Faster transportation of perishable goods like fruits, vegetables, and dairy products • Better opportunities for transporting, processing and marketing of agricultural products • Development of local agriculture and handicrafts • Development of tourism and pilgrimage • Opening up of opportunities for new occupations and trade on the route • Indirect and direct employment opportunity to people from all skilled, semi-skilled and
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unskilled streams.
• Improved quality of life for people and so on.
• Development of backward areas through rapid industrialization and access to distant markets. • Creation of ancillary ecosystem through highway amenities, support services and industrial / manufacturing areas.
The project is an integral part of the Hassan-Huliyar-Hiriyur Greenfield Highway Project. This will boost the socio-economic development in the entire western region of India.
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