IEE: India: SH-13: Amarpatan–Gorsari–Badera Project Road, Madhya

Environmental Assessment Report

Initial Environmental Examination for SH-13: Amarpatan–Gorsari–Badera Project Road Project Number: 43063 November 2010

IND: Madhya Pradesh State Roads Project III

Prepared by Government of Madhya Pradesh for the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The initial environmental examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB’s Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature.

Table of Contents Executive Summary ……………………………………………………………………………vii 1. INTRODUCTION 1 1.1. Project Background/Rationale ...... 1 1.2. Project Preparatory Technical Assistance (PPTA) and Environmental Assessment ...... 2 1.3. Purpose of the Study ...... 2 1.4. Extent of IEE ...... 3 1.5. IEE Content ...... 3 1.6. Team Composition and Acknowledgements ...... 3 1.7. Methodology ...... 3 1.7.1. Information/ data Sources ...... 4 1.7.2. Public Consultation ...... 5 2. POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK 6 2.1. Country’s Legal Framework and Regulatory Requirements for the Project ...... 6 2.2. Environmental Clearance Process ...... 7 2.3. Administrative Structure and the Interactive framework ...... 9 3. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT 10 3.1. Project Location ...... 10 3.2. Characteristics of the Existing road ...... 12 3.3. Category of the Project ...... 15 3.4. Need for the Sub-Project ...... 15 3.5. Existing and Projected Traffic ...... 16 3.6. Key Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Activities ...... 16 3.7. Material required and Sourcing ...... 22 3.8. Project Implementation Schedule and Cost ...... 23 4. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 24 4.2. Physical Environment ...... 25 4.2.1. Meteorology and Climate ...... 25 4.2.2. Air and Noise Quality ...... 25 4.2.3. Topography and Geomorphology ...... 26 4.2.4. Geology/Soil ...... 26 4.2.5. Seismicity ...... 27 4.2.6. Land use ...... 28 4.2.7. Hydrology and Drainage ...... 30 4.2.8. Groundwater ...... 31 4.2.9. Surface water ...... 32 4.3. Ecological Resources ...... 33 4.3.1. Terrestrial Ecology ...... 33 4.3.2. Aquatic Ecology ...... 40 4.4. Socio-Economic Environment ...... 40 4.4.1. Economic Progress ...... 40 4.4.2. Infrastructure Facilities ...... 40 4.5. Social and Cultural Resources ...... 41 4.5.1. Population and Communities ...... 41 4.5.2. Literacy ...... 42 4.5.3. Occupational Status ...... 43 ii

4.5.4. Current use of lands and resources for traditional purposes by Indigenous Peoples ...... 44 4.5.5. Structures or sites of historical, archaeological, paleontological, or architectural significance ...... 44 5. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND ITS MITIGATION MEASURES 45 5.1. Impact on Physical Environment ...... 45 5.1.1. Climate ...... 45 5.1.2. Natural Hazard ...... 46 5.1.3. Air Quality ...... 46 5.1.4. Noise ...... 47 5.1.5. Impact on Land and Soil ...... 48 5.1.6. Groundwater ...... 51 5.1.7. Siltation and Surface Water Quality of Rivers and Other Water Bodies ...... 52 5.1.8. Hydrology and Drainage ...... 52 5.2. Impact on Biological Environment ...... 53 5.2.1. Terrestrial Ecology ...... 53 5.2.2. Aquatic Ecology ...... 57 5.2.3. Fauna ...... 58 5.3. Management of Construction Debris/Waste ...... 58 5.4. Socio-Economic Impact ...... 59 5.4.1. Positive Impacts ...... 59 5.4.2. Anticipated Negative Impacts ...... 59 5.4.3. Obstruction and Disruption of Traffic ...... 62 5.4.4. Transportation and Storage of Materials ...... 63 5.5. Cumulative and Induced Impact ...... 64 6. PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 65 6.1. Consultation Method and Information Disclosed ...... 65 6.2. Compliance with Relevant Regulatory Requirements ...... 65 6.3. Beneficiaries’ Comments ...... 68 7. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN AND GRIEVANCE REDDRESS MECHANISM 71 7.1. Environmental Management Plan ...... 71 7.1.1. Social Development and Indigenous People Development Program (IPDP)71 7.1.2. Emergency Response Plan ...... 71 7.2. Environmental Monitoring Program (EMoP) ...... 71 7.2.1. Monitoring schedule and performance indicator ...... 72 7.2.2. Authorities and their Responsibilities for Implementation of EMoP ...... 73 7.3. Institutional Setting and Proposed Implementation Arrangement ...... 73 7.3.2. Institutional / Capacity Building ...... 77 7.4. Grievance Redress Mechanism ...... 79 8. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 80 8.1. Conclusions ...... 80 8.2. Key Recommendations: ...... 81

List of Tables Table 1.1 : Road Sections under MP State Highways III Project ...... 1 Table 1.2 : Primary and Secondary Information Sources ...... 4 Table 2.1 : Permissions/Clearances Required for the Sub-Project ...... 6 Table 3.1 : Carriageway Details ...... 12 Table 3.2 : Road Stretches for Reconstruction ...... 13 iii

Table 3.3 : List of Major and Minor Intersections ...... 14 Table 3.4 : ADT of Project Road ...... 16 Table 3.5 : Summary of Projected Traffic for the Project Road ...... 16 Table 3.6 : Sections for Existing Pavement Widening ...... 18 Table 3.7 : Proposed Improvement Shoulder ...... 19 Table 3.8 : Cement Concrete Lined Drain ...... 19 Table 3.9 : Crash Barrier Location ...... 20 Table 3.10 : List of Borrow Area ...... 22 Table 3.11 : Potential Source of Aggregates in the project road ...... 22 Table 4.1 : Summary of Important Features of the Project Districts ...... 24 Table 4.2 : Monthly Rainfall data (mm) in the project district for the last five years ...... 25 Table 4.3 : Ambient Air Quality Along the project section (24 Hourly) ...... 26 Table 4.4 : Noise Level in dB (A) Along the Project Corridor ...... 26 Table 4.5 : Physiochemical Characteristics of soil in the project road ...... 27 Table 4.6 : Land Use Pattern in the State ...... 28 Table 4.7 : Land Use Pattern along the project road...... 29 Table 4.8 : Groundwater Quality Along the Project Corridor ...... 31 Table 4.9 : Surface Water Quality of the river in project area ...... 32 Table 4.10 : List of Plant Species in the Study Area ...... 34 Table 4.11 : List of Fauna in the Study Area ...... 37 Table 4.12 : List of reptiles in the study area ...... 38 Table 4.13 : List of Butterflies in the study area ...... 38 Table 4.14 : List of Avifauna found in the Study Area ...... 38 Table 4.15 : Demographic Profile of the State and the country ...... 41 Table 4.16 : List of villages in the project road ...... 42 Table 5.1 : Noise- Sensitive Locations along the Alignment ...... 47 Table 5.2 : Tree along Project Road (within 20 m width) ...... 53 Table 5.3 : Common Property Resources Along the Alignment ...... 63 Table 6.1 : Summary of Consultation with Government Officials ...... 66 Table 6.2 : Summary of Consultation with NGOs ...... 67 Table 6.3 : Consultation with local community ...... 69 Table 7.1 : Roles and Duties of Implementing Agency/Organisations ...... 74 Table 7.2 : Combined Training Budget for MPSRP II ...... 77

List of Figures Figure 2.1 : Environmental Clearance Procedure in India ...... 8 Figure 2.2 : Legislative Interface among various regulatory bodies ...... 9 Figure 3.1 : Location Map of SH-13 ...... 10 Figure 3.2 : Connectivity to the project Road ...... 11 Figure 3.3 : Typical Cross section of the project Road ...... 18 Figure 4.1 : Hazard and Seismic Zone Map ...... 28 Figure 4.2 : Forest Cover Map of Madhya Pradesh ...... 33 Figure 4.3 : National Parks and Sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh ...... 37 Figure 4.4 : Demographic Status of the Project Section ...... 42 Figure 4.5 : Literacy rate along the project section ...... 43 Figure 4.6 : Occupational status Along the Alignment ...... 44 Figure 7.1 : Proposed Structure for EMP/EMOP Implementation ...... 76

List of Appendix Appendix 3.1 : Inventory and Survey Condition of Bridges ...... 83

Appendix 3.2: Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist ...... 86 Appendix 4.1 : National Ambient Air Quality Standards ...... 89 Appendix 4.2 : Ambient Noise Level Limits (In Leq dB(A)), India ...... 90 Appendix 4.3 : Drinking Water Standards And Probable Effects on Human Health (BIS: IS: 10500, 1991) ...... 91 Appendix 4.4 : Water Quality Criteria And Standards for Freshwater Classification (CPCB, 1979) ...... 94 Appendix 5.1: Guidelines for Borrow Areas Management ...... 95 Appendix 7.1: Environmental Management Plan (SH-13: Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera 46.5 km) ...... 99 Appendix 7.2: Monitoring Plan for the Performance Indicators ...... 120

Map 1: Location Map of MP State Highways Project

Map 2: Location Map of SH-13: Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera Project Road vii

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Introduction 1. Madhya Pradesh, with abundant mineral resources, and growing agricultural and industrial production, need a well developed road network to cater to the increasing intra-state and regional traffic. Also, since it is centrally located within the country, most of the long haul north-south and east-west bound road traffic passes through the state. Therefore, the existing inadequate and damaged road infrastructure needs to be improved on priority to sustain the economic and social progress of the state. The improved road network with good interlinking between national, state highways and major district roads will not only contribute in significantly developing rural economy and reducing poverty but also increase the road capacity to cater the high projected traffic, reduce travel time and also contribute for lesser vehicular pollution emission. 2. Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC), the executing agency (EA), is responsible to provide an integrated transport system in the state that is safe, efficient, affordable, accessible to all and environmentally sustainable. As per its mandate, MPRDC plans to improve various major district roads to at least two lanes carriage way level with funding support from Asian Development Bank (ADB). 3. To address this problem, Government of Madhya Pradesh (GOMP) has approached ADB for financial assistance for improving a total of 15 state roads covering a length of about 1081 kms under Madhya Pradesh State Highways III Project (MPSRSP III) programmed to be processed for implementation in 2010.The project also includes the institutional strengthening of the road sector under separate TA 7198(IND) which will enhance EA’s capacity for road asset development and management.

Description of Project 4. The proposed upgrading/rehabilitation of the State Highway-13: Amarpatan- Gorsari-Badera Sub-project, one of the 15 state highway subprojects about 46.5 km long. The subproject will upgrade the existing bad road condition into a paved 2-lane divided carriageway configuration with improved road geometry, proper and adequate embankment, rehabilitation of existing bridges, adequate cross- drainage structures and side drains, improvement of junctions/intersections, underpasses, and wayside amenities. This road design will be adequate to cater to the volume of traffic until 2029 which is predicted to increase from the current 2352 to 6941 vehicles (average annual daily traffic). The sub-project will be implemented in 24 months with an estimated cost of INR 513 Million. 5. The sub-project was classified as Category-B as provided in the ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (2009) based on screening of likely impacts and sub-project location which does not pass through or located near any national park, wildlife sanctuary, or any other ecologically sensitive or protected areas. No archaeological/protected monument is located in the project vicinity. Under the EIA Notification, 2006 promulgated under Environment (Protection) Act 1986, the subproject is categorised as Category ‘B” and does not requires prior

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environmental clearance from State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA)1. 6. IEE was conducted based on Detailed Project report and sub-project details provided by the design team during the preparation of this report. The IEE covers all activities proposed under the project including various bridges and cross- drainage structures constructions. The core zone of impact is taken as 100 m on either side of the alignment. However, the study area impact zone is considered up to 7 km on both sides of road alignment to allow for a larger analysis of landuse and other environmental features.

Description of Environment 7. The Sub-Project passes through Satna and Katni. May-June is the hottest month with daily maximum temperature of above 46 °C while January is coolest with minimum temperature of 5 °C. The wind speed in the region is mostly low (< 2 m/s) in almost all the months. The predominant wind direction is West to North- West. The weather remains dry for all the seasons except monsoon when the humidity is around 85%. 8. The ambient air quality levels conform to the prescribed National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) with maximum concentrations of SPM, RSPM, SO2 and NOx being 55.2 µg/m3, 38.6 µg/m3, 7.8 µg/m3 and 6.5 µg/m3 respectively in the project area. The noise levels are also within the prescribed limits. 9. Most of the project area lies in vast open agricultural land and is largely free from air pollution and noise generating sources with the exception of habited locations such as Amarpatan (Ch. 1.0), Nandantola (Ch. 2.0), Gorsari (Ch. 15.0), Joba (Ch. 29.4) and Lategaon (Ch. 41.2) etc. where ambient SPM concentrations and noise levels are close to prescribed standards due to traffic congestion, unpaved shoulders and inadequate road capacity. The topography of the region is mixed type. The project road alignment traverses through plain and rolling terrain in most of the length. A section of the road from chainage 9 km to 15 km is through the hilly terrain. The project area is mainly covered by sandy clay loam soil with good organic content. 10. The predominant land use of the project districts is agricultural followed by builtup area. The section between Kirahi-Gorsari section for about 5.8 km is categorised as protected forests. The project area is drained by Andhyari river whose quality has been found suitable for Irrigation- Class D and propagation of wild life and fisheries -Class-E as per the standards prescribed by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The ground water availability along the project road area is poor, however, it conforms to the prescribed drinking water standards. 11. There are no forests along the alignment. No other similar eco-sensitive areas is either crossed or located nearby the project alignment. Since most part of the project corridor passes through open agricultural land, large number of roadside trees is not affected considering to the length of the project road. Trees along roadside are mainly fruit bearing in nature. The project area is dominated by

1 The EA has yet to formally approach MoEF for formal categorisation and grant of environmental clearance.

species such as Mangifera indica, Syzygium cumini, Tamarindus indica etc. The dominant species found along the road side are Shisham or Indian Rosewood- Dalbergia sissoo, Mango-Mangifera indica, Eucalyptus spp., Jamun or Java Plum- Syzygium cumini, Teak- Tectona grandis, Khair- Acacia catechu, Neem- Azadirachta indica, Kikar or Babul- Acacia nilotica, Mahua - Madhuca indica and Bamboo Plantations. It is anticipated that about 273 number of trees shall be removed along the project section. During the survey langur and macaque were sighted in different locations. The existence of Jackals, Foxes, Hare, macaque in the study area was also informed by the villagers. 12. No organized fishing was observed along the project road. Two major fish species were observed in the study area viz. Rohu (Labeo rohita) and Catla (Catla catla). However, there is no breeding or spawning ground of these species in any of the water bodies in the project area. No migratory fishes are found in these rivers. 13. The total number of households in the villages of the project road is 6445 with a total population of 35147. Out of these, about 67% is general. The SC & ST population accounts for about 9 and 18% of the total population. The area in project road have total literacy rate of 53.92%. The population of literate male (61.37%) is comparatively higher than female. The maximum percentage of the workers along the project section is agricultural. The tribal population in the project area is 11.9%.

Anticipated Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures 14. All pre-construction, construction, and operation activities that were likely to cause environmental impacts were identified, and evaluated to assess their magnitude, duration, and potential receptors in consultation with the stakeholders. Consultations were made with the government representatives (District Forest Office, State Pollution Control Board, Water Resources Department, Directorate of Economics and Statistics, and the District Rural Development Authority), local communities (Amarpatan, Gorsari, Khara, Badera), and NGOs (Bhopal Yuwa Paryavaran Shikshan and Samajik Sansthan, Ecosake Society for Environment Conservation and Social Awareness, Green Heart Nature Club, Forum for Environmental Protection, Energy Environment and Development Group, Centre for Envirocare and Energy Technology) between June to July 2010. 15. The significant impacts during design and construction stage include the constricted sections of the roads which will be by-passed or require road alignment improvement to avoid and minimize resettlement and other sensitive structures and locations particularly in Amarpatan (Ch. 1.0), Nandantola (Ch. 2.0), Gorsari (Ch. 15.0), Joba (Ch. 29.4) and Lategaon (Ch. 41.2). An estimated 166 trees will be removed along the road to allow for its expansion but will be compensated at a rate of 1:10 plantation along the road. Short-term deterioration of air quality due to increase in fugitive dust emissions and noise level from earthmoving, ground shaping, unpaved transport, and emissions from heavy equipment and other mobile sources. Water suppression to control dust, use of clean fuels, changing the location and timing of construction activities and equipment will minimize these impacts. Land use conversion particularly of residential areas and relocation of structures within the ROW will be implemented

with following a meaningful consultation and acceptable compensation and relocation agreements. All borrow areas will comply with national laws and regulations. Impacts from the establishment and operation of the construction camps like generation and disposal of solid wastes, sewage, potable water requirements, health/hygiene, and safety is part of the contractor’s responsibility highlighting the need for compliance with applicable laws. Waste and material use minimization will be promoted to decrease the volume of wastes that will be generated. Traffic safety to workers and pedestrian, particularly to children is considered through the preparation and strict implementation of a Traffic Control Plan to be prepared by the contractor prior to construction activities and in consultation with the affected communities. 16. During operation stage, the main impacts are on the surface water hydrology since the construction of a road crosses several river/rivulets in the flood-affected sections which can act as impediment to natural flow of water. Other issues relate to increase in mobile emissions, road safety to motorist, pedestrian and animals. To minimize the impact on the local hydrology, adequate cross drains and their proper maintenance will be implemented. Information and education campaign through the use of signs and posters distributed along the roadside encouraging motorist to properly maintain their vehicles, and proper driving habits to reduce emissions, reduce fuel consumption, and promote safety will be made. Finally, traffic control measures will be implemented to ensure safety to pedestrian.

Conclusion 17. In general, the sub-project received immense support from local people with some concerns and apprehensions related to compensation for land and safety on roads. The local people appreciated that besides providing an all weather efficient connectivity to large population and improving the traffic scenario in the region, it will bear out several other positive economic and social benefits which outweigh the negative environmental impacts. 18. This initial environmental examination (IEE) ascertains that the sub-project is unlikely to cause any significant environmental impacts. Few impacts were identified attributable to the proposed sub-project, all of which are localized and temporary in nature and can be easily mitigated with minor to negligible residual impacts. No additional studies or need of undertaking detailed EIA is envisaged at this stage. 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. Project Background/Rationale 19. Madhya Pradesh, with abundant mineral resources, and growing agricultural and industrial production, need a well developed road network to cater to the increasing intra-state and regional traffic. Also, since it is centrally located within the country, most of the long haul north-south and east-west bound road traffic passes through the state. Therefore, the existing inadequate and damaged road infrastructure needs to be improved on priority to sustain the economic and social progress of the state. The improved road network with good interlinking between national, state highways and major district roads will not only contribute in significantly developing rural economy and reducing poverty but also increase the road capacity to cater the high projected traffic, reduce travel time and also contribute for lesser vehicular pollution emission. 20. Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC), the executing agency (EA), is responsible to provide an integrated transport system in the state that is safe, efficient, affordable, accessible to all and environmentally sustainable. As per its mandate, MPRDC plans to improve various major district roads to at least two lanes carriage way level with funding support from Asian Development Bank (ADB). 21. Government of Madhya Pradesh (GOMP) has approached ADB for financial assistance for improving a total of 15 state roads covering a length of about 1081 kms under Madhya Pradesh State Highways III Project (MPSRSP III) programmed to be processed for implementation in 2010. The road sections details under MPSRSP III are given in Table 1.1

Table 1.1 : Road Sections under MP State Highways III Project

S. Road SH Length Districts Name of Roads No. No. No. (KM) I. BHOPAL PACKAGE 1 1 Bhind-Ater-Porsa SH-2 60.85 Bhind –Morena Mihona-Lahar-Daboh-Bhander- 2 2 SH-45 85.70 Bhind-Datia Chirgaon Shivpuri - Pichhore-Chanderi-Mungawali-Onder- 3 3 SH-19 146.50 Ashoknagar- Kurwai Vidisha 4 7 Manawar-Mangod SH-38 49.63 Dhar 5 9 Sardarpur-Rajgarh-Bagh SH-35 50.43 Dhar Shajapur- 6 10 Agar-Barod-Alot-Jawara SH-41 108.70 Ratlam-Ujjain- Pachor-Chapikheda-Jirapur-Machalpur- Rajgarh- 7 11 SH-51 86.70 Soyat Shajapur 8 13 Badi-Baktar-Dobi-Shahganj-Budhni SH-15 58.78 Raisen-Sehore 9 14 Silwani-Udaipura Road SH-44 28.58 Raisen Total (Bhopal Pkg) 675.87 2

S. Road SH Length Districts Name of Roads No. No. No. (KM) II. JABALPUR PACKAGE 10 16 Rahatgarh-Khurai-Khimlasa SH-42 47.48 Sagar Damoh-Hata-Gasiabad i/c Hata Town 11 18 SH-47 62.66 Damoh Portion Hata-Patera-Kumhari & Raipura- Damoh-Panna- 12 19 SH-48 91.28 Salaiya-Bahuribandh-Sihora Katni-Jabalpur 13 20A Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera SH-13 46.50 Satna-Katni Sundara-Singhpur-Kothi-Jaitwara- Panna-Satna- 14 21 SH-52 85.29 Birsinghpur-Semaria Rewa 15 22 Sidhi-Beohari SH-55 71.29 Sidhi-Shahdol Total (Jabalpur Pkg) 404.49 Grand Total (Bhopal Pkg + Jabalpur 1,080.36 Pkg) Source: MPRDC

1.2. Project Preparatory Technical Assistance (PPTA) and Environmental Assessment 22. ADB has fielded TA: 7198 IND to assist MPRDC Road Construction Department (RCD) in project preparation for possible financing of MPSRSP III. As a part of this TA and safeguard requirement of ADB, environmental assessment has been carried out in accordance with relevant country’s applicable laws, regulations and in consistent to ADB’s Environmental Assessment Guidelines, 2003 and Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), 2009. Each sub-project was scrutinized as to its type, location, scale, and sensitivity and the magnitude of its potential environmental impacts. 23. The present report pertains to Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera (SH-13) sub- project. This sub project is categorized as Category ‘B’ and hence an initial environmental examination (IEE) has been undertaken. 1.3. Purpose of the Study 24. This IEE report documents the environmental assessment of the Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera Road Subproject and identifies the environmental issues to be considered at project planning and design stage. The IEE addresses the environmental management requirements of (i) the Government of India (GOI); (ii) the donor, Asian Development Bank (ADB), and (iii) the Project. In general, an IEE addresses the following:

o Provides information about the baseline environmental setting of the subproject; o Provides information on potential environmental impacts of the proposed subproject activities with its magnitude, distribution and duration 3

o Provides information on required mitigation measures with cost to minimize the impacts o Analyses the alternatives options considering alternative locations, designs, management approaches, for selection of most feasible and environmental acceptable options. o Provides details of stack holders consultation o Suggest environmental management and monitoring plan with institutional measures for effective implementation of mitigative measures proposed. 1.4. Extent of IEE 25. IEE was conducted based on Detailed Project Report (DPR) provided by the design team during the preparation of this report. Certain changes may occur in the sub-project structural components but these changes are unlikely to cause significant environmental impacts. The IEE covers all activities proposed under the project including various bridges and cross-drainage structures constructions. The core zone of impact is taken as 100 meters either side of the alignment. However, the study area is considered up to 7 km on either side of road alignment for larger analysis of landuse and other environmental features. Assessment is carried out for all components of environment covering terrestrial and aquatic ecology, soil, water, noise and socio economic aspects. 1.5. IEE Content 26. The IEE has been largely structured as per SPS, 2009 and ADB’s Environmental Assessment Guidelines (2003). This includes following eight chapters including this introduction Chapter. • Chapter 1- Introduction • Chapter 2- Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework • Chapter 3- Description of Project • Chapter 4- Description of Environment • Chapter 5- Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Measures • Chapter 6- Information Disclosure, Consultation, and Participation • Chapter 7- Environment Management Plan and Grievance Redress Mechanism • Chapter 8- Conclusion and Recommendation 1.6. Team Composition and Acknowledgements 27. The environmental assessment has been carried out by the team of the environmental Experts of EQMS India Pvt. Ltd. The environmental team acknowledges the support extended by the executing agency, design consultant, and state departments/agency of forest, water resources, and pollution control Board etc. 1.7. Methodology 28. Suitable methodology was adopted to accomplish the study. As the first step, project-scoping exercise was undertaken identifying the parameters needed to be considered for the study and to outline the activities for collecting data on each parameter. Data pertaining to all facets of

environment viz. physical, ecological and socio-economic environment both through primary and secondary sources were collected. The stepwise activities includes: • Review of legal requirements • Review of feasibility study • Reconnaissance survey for identification of key issues data requirement and preliminary consultation. • Primary and Secondary data Collection • Consultation with stakeholders • Identification of Impacts and Mitigation measures • Institutional Review and finalization of EMP in consultation with EA. 1.7.1. Information/ data Sources Key relevant information sources has been summarised in Table 1.2.

Table 1.2 : Primary and Secondary Information Sources

Environmental Parameters Information Sources Project objectives, Technical Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation information on existing road (MPRDC) and Design Consultant features and proposed rehabilitation work Inventory of road features like Ground Physical surveys and Strip Plans by water Bodies, Community Design Consultant structures, environmentally sensitive locations areas, congested locations etc. Climatic Condition India meteorological Department, DPR, primary data collection Geology, Seismicity, Soil and Central Ground Water Authority, State of Topography Environment report published by SPCB, Government websites and primary data collection Land Use/ Land Cover Survey of India (SoI) Toposheet, Observation during survey and Satellite Imagery Drainage Pattern Survey of India Toposheet, water resources, field observation and local people, GIS Based land use analysis Status of forest areas. Compensatory afforestation Divisional Forest Office Satna norms etc. Status of Fishing Activity District Fisheries offices and Local Fishermen Air quality Noise, Soil and Water Onsite monitoring and analysis of field samples Borrow Areas, Quarries and other Design consultant and public consultation during construction material source field visit River geo-morphology, hydrology, Water resources department, DPR and drainage, flood patterns, information from local people, field observations Socio-economic Environment Different Govt. agencies/civic bodies, Official websites maintained by state Govt., census of India 2001 and Public Consultation during the Field survey, through figures collected from Directorate of Statistics. 5

1.7.2. Public Consultation 29. Extensive consultations were held with all stakeholders’ viz. local and beneficiary population, govt. departments/agencies, fishermen, road users and NGOs with intent to collect baseline information, for better understanding of the potential impacts and appreciate the perspectives/concerns of the stakeholders. Information thus gathered was used to integrate it in project design and formulating mitigation measures and environmental management plan. .

2. POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK

2.1. Country’s Legal Framework and Regulatory Requirements for the Project 30. The legal framework of the country consists of several acts, notifications, rules and regulations to protect environment and wildlife. Review of Indian legal system has been critically reviewed to identify its applicability to the project. A list of all required clearances/ permissions related to environment has been summarised in Table 2.1.

Table 2.1 : Permissions/Clearances Required for the Sub-Project2

Concerned S.No. Clearances Acts/Rules/Notifications/Guidelines Responsibility Agency A. Pre-construction Stage Environmental EIA Notification, 2006 amended till State Not applicable Clearance3 date, promulgated under Environment Environmental for this (Protection) Act 1986 Impact particular road (not required Assessment stretch as it is 1 for this Sub- Authority an expansion Project) (SEIAA)4. of existing road and no new bypasses are to be constructed Permission for Forest Conservation Act (1980) District Level felling of trees Procedural Guidelines developed by Committee the Department of Environment GoMP, constituted by 2 MPRDC under the orders of the Hon’ble High the State Court; Tree removal will be guided as Govt. per state government rules. B. Implementation Stage

2 Since this project is not passing through any protected areas or ground water authority notified areas, therefore the following list of laws will not be applicable to this project. a. Central Ground Water Authority b. Wildlife (Protection) Act 2002 and rules thereof c. The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remain Act 1958/Rules 1959

3 This Particular clearance is applicable to all new road projects as mentioned underneath. However for this road stretch as it is expansion of existing road and no bypasses are being constructed so this clearance is not applicable. The Notification and its latest amendment entails requirement of prior environmental clearance to the following road projects. Category A -i) New National High ways; and ii) Expansion of National High ways greater than 30 km, involving additional right of way greater than 20m involving land acquisition and passing through more than one State. Category B-ii) All State High ways; and ii) Expansion projects in hilly terrain (above 100 m mean seal level (msl) and or ecologically sensitive areas)

Note: A general condition applies to both of the above category: “Any project or activity specified in Category ‘B’ will be treated as Category A, if located in whole or in part within 10 km from the boundary of: (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”. 4 The SEIAA has varying opinion about its applicability. EA propose to take official confirmation about applicability of this notification. EA will obtain the environmental clearance in case SEIAA directs about the same. 7

Concerned S.No. Clearances Acts/Rules/Notifications/Guidelines Responsibility Agency River Board Authorities/ Permission for Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Department of 3 Sand Mining Development) Act, 1957 as amended Contractor Mining Govt. from river bed in 1972 of Madhya Pradesh Consent to Madhya operate Hot mix Air (Prevention and Control of Pradesh 4 Contractor plant, Crushers, Pollution) Act 1981 Pollution Batching Plant Control Board Authorization Madhya for Disposal of Hazardous Waste (Management and Pradesh 5 Contractor Hazardous Handling) Rules 1989 Pollution Waste Control Board Consent for Madhya Disposal of Water (Prevention and Control of Pradesh 6 Contractor Sewage from Pollution) Act 1974 Pollution Labour camps Control Board Use of Fly ash within 100 kms Fly Ash Notification, 1999 as amended 7 th MoEF Contractor around Thermal up to 17 August 2003: Power plants. Department of Pollution Under Transport, 8 Control Central Motor and Vehicle Act 1988 Govt. of Contractor Certificate Madhya Pradesh The Building and Other Construction Employing District Labour 9 Workers (Regulation of Employment Contractor Labour/workers Commissioner and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996,

2.2. Environmental Clearance Process 31. The environmental clearance is not applicable for this sub-project since expansion is confined along the existing road corridor with no new bypass. However, the procedure for obtaining environmental clearance has been depicted as Figure 2.1 for reference purposes only.

Figure 2.1 : Environmental Clearance Procedure in India

2.3. Administrative Structure and the Interactive framework 32. The Government through specific legislations regulates the environmental management system in India. The MoEF and the pollution control boards (CPCB i.e. Central Pollution Control Board and SPCBs i.e. State Pollution Control Boards) together form the regulatory and administrative core of the part. Other Ministries/Statutory Bodies/departments responsible for ensuring environmental compliance and granting various clearances includes State ministry /Dept. of environment, regional offices of MoEF and state forests/wildlife departments. Their key roles and responsibilities and interface among them have been concisely depicted through the flow diagram in Figure 2.2.

Figure 2.2 : Legislative Interface among various regulatory bodies

3. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT 3.1. Project Location 33. The sub project road Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera road section a segment of SH-13 is 46.90 Km long and traverse through Satna district of Western Madhya Pradesh. The Location map of project road and MP State Highway Projects is given as Figure 3.1. This project is important as it provides connectivity between NH-7 and NH-75 (Refer Figure 3.2 for schematic view))

Figure 3.1 : Location Map of SH-13 11

ROAD No. 20A AMARPATAN - GORSARI - BADERA (46.90 Km)

TO MAIHAR (M.D.R) TO KATNI (END

BADERA Jn.

LATAGAON

JOBA

GORSARI

KIRHI

NADANTOLA AMARPATA VILLAG E TO REWA AMARPATAN TO KATNI (N.H-7) (START

KEY PLAN OF ROAD (START / END POINTS)

Figure 3.2 : Connectivity to the project Road

3.2. Characteristics of the Existing road

34. Right of Way and carriage way width: The existing carriageway is a single\intermediate\two lane road having flexible pavement with widths varying between 3.0 m to 7.0 m along the entire length of the project road. Right of Way (ROW) available for the entire project road is around 14-20 m on either sides from road centre line except in built up areas and forest sections, where it is as low as 10 m. The existing road has earthen shoulder of about 1.0 m to 2.5 m on either sides of the project road. Chainage-wise carriageway widths are provided in Table 3.1.

Table 3.1 : Carriageway Details Chainage Chainage Shoulder Width Type From To Type Width 0.000 1.300 7.0 CC EARTHEN 1.5 1.300 1.700 7.0 CC EARTHEN 1.5 1.700 2.400 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 2.400 2.600 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 2.600 4.000 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 4.000 4.600 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 4.600 5.700 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 5.700 6.300 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 6.300 7.500 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 7.500 7.900 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.0 7.900 13.700 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.0 13.700 15.000 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 15.000 16.200 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 16.200 18.300 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 18.300 18.500 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 18.500 18.900 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 18.900 19.300 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 19.300 19.500 5.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 19.500 22.800 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 22.800 23.200 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 23.200 25.700 3.5 WBM EARTHEN 1.5 25.700 25.800 3.5 WBM EARTHEN 1.5 25.800 25.900 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 25.900 26.700 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 26.700 28.300 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 28.300 28.500 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 28.500 29.400 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 29.400 30.700 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 30.700 32.500 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 32.500 33.300 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 33.300 33.600 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 33.600 34.800 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 34.800 35.000 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 35.000 35.200 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 35.200 37.800 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 37.800 38.200 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 38.200 41.200 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 41.200 41.800 3.5 CC EARTHEN 1.5 13

Chainage Chainage Shoulder Width Type From To Type Width 41.800 42.700 3.5 CC EARTHEN 1.5 42.700 43.500 3.5 CC EARTHEN 1.5 43.500 43.700 3.5 CC EARTHEN 1.5 43.700 46.600 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 46.600 46.900 3.5 BT EARTHEN 1.5 Source: DPR 35. Pavement and carriage way conditions: The pavement condition along the entire length of the road is generally fair to moderate. Riding quality is moderate. Mostly cracking exists throughout the road except in few stretches where pavement quality is good. Ravelling and potholes also exists at some locations. The existing crust throughout the road length is in weak condition or inadequate and even frequent rutting, settlement, ravelling, poor riding quality and substantial pavement deflection is also seen at these stretches. Reconstruction is proposed at stretches with weak crust, or location where sub-grade failure is identified. (Table 3.2)

Table 3.2 : Road Stretches for Reconstruction S. No. From To Length Amarpatan-Grosari-Badera 1 0.000 1.700 1.700 2 1.700 7.500 5.800 3 7.500 13.700 6.200 4 13.700 15.000 1.300 5 15.000 16.200 1.200 7 16.200 19.500 3.300 8 19.500 29.400 9.900 9 29.400 30.700 1.300 10 30.700 41.200 10.500 Source: DPR 36. Alignment and Geometrics: There are many horizontal curves comprising very sharp turns which need to be improved to as per IRC 73 norms for State highway. Currently, an average travel speed of only 20km/hr can be maintained due to sub standards geometry. There is no coherence between horizontal alignment and vertical profile. Set back distances are almost non- existent at curve locations; especially at sharp curves the provision is worse. 37. Cross Drainage (CD) Structures: Drainage condition for the entire road is found to be poor. The existing road does not have proper provision of side drains and requires an efficient drainage network and stable embankment slopes. There are two major bridges, nineteen minor bridges, forty three causeway and about one hundred and sixty two culverts along the project road. List of major and minor bridges along with survey chainages and conditions of existing structures are appended as ”Inventory and Condition Survey for Bridges” in Appendix 3.1. 38. Terrain and Landuse: The project road alignment traverses through plain terrain throughout except in small stretches where rolling and hilly terrain is encountered. Road elevations vary from ground level to typically

388.290 metres above ground. A number of river/rivulets drain the project influence area. The land use along the project road is mainly agricultural, with habitation and barren lands in few areas. The road passes through three important towns i.e. Amarpatan, Badera, Gorsari and villages. 39. Road Intersections: There are 4 major intersection and 38 minor intersections on the road. Almost all of these intersections are poor in geometrics and junction developments. The chainage-wise details of these intersections are given in Table 3.3.

Table 3.3 : List of Major and Minor Intersections

Chainage Type Side Destination Remarks LEFT To Rewa Major Junction & Start of the 0.000 SQUARE RIGHT To Maihar / Jabalpur Road 0.800 T RIGHT To Khamarkheda 1.050 T LEFT To Small Village 1.200 T LEFT To Small Village 1.400 T LEFT To Small Village 2.300 T RIGHT To Small Village 4.050 T RIGHT To Small Village 5.650 T LEFT To Chhota Itma 6.850 T RIGHT To Godsari Village 7.500 T LEFT To Tala Mukundpur To Govind garh Shahdol, 13.800 T LEFT Beohari 14.290 T RIGHT To Small Village 15.050 T RIGHT To Small Village 15.200 T LEFT To Small Village 16.000 T LEFT To Small Village 16.350 T LEFT To Dewari 17.000 T LEFT To Small Village 18.650 T LEFT To Hardu 18.900 T RIGHT To Mankahari 19.500 T LEFT To Small Village 20.800 T LEFT To Tekna 21.800 T LEFT To Small Village 23.500 T LEFT To Small Village 23.900 T LEFT To Bada Itma 25.800 T LEFT To Small Village 26.450 T LEFT To Small Village 28.250 T RIGHT To Joba Village 29.550 T RIGHT To Joba 30.900 T LEFT To Small Village 15

Chainage Type Side Destination Remarks 33.100 T LEFT To Small Village RIGHT To Maihar 33.600 + Major Junction LEFT To Small Village 34.800 T LEFT To Small Village 35.150 T LEFT To Small Village 36.050 T LEFT To Small Village 37.100 T LEFT To Riwara RIGHT To Bhadananpur 38.000 + Major Junction LEFT To Riwara 39.950 T RIGHT To Small Village 41.900 T LEFT To Small Village 42.500 T LEFT To Small Village 43.450 T LEFT To Small Village 46.600 T RIGHT To Small Village RIGHT To Maihar Major Junction & End Point of 46.900 + LEFT To Shahdol the Road Source: DPR Note: BT – Black Top, CC-Cement Concrete, WBM – Water Bound Macadam ER – Earthen Road 3.3. Category of the Project

40. The sub-project has been evaluated using environmental screening checklist (Appendix-3.2) for Roads and Highways of the ADB‘s Environmental Assessment Guidelines 2003. The sub-project road traverses primarily through agricultural land and few habitations. It neither passes through nor is located near any Wildlife Sanctuary, National Park, or any other environmentally sensitive or ecologically or archeologically protected areas. The environmental impacts envisaged are minimal and majority are co-terminus with the construction phase. Hence, the project has been classified as Category “B” in accordance with ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement 2009. 3.4. Need for the Sub-Project

41. The main aim of developing this State highway is to provide connectivity to the selected townships with other major social and commercial centres within the district as well in the other parts of state. The sub project road holds strategic importance as it provides vital connectivity to Satna district to the nearby districts namely Panna and Rewa. The sub-project road will benefit more than 8 million populations (mainly rural) by providing improved transport and communication facilities which will contribute in accelerating the local economy. 42. The sub-project road serves as important link for providing connectivity of National Highways NH-7 & NH-75. The traffic intensity at this sub-project road is increasing, requiring augmentation of capacity for safe and efficient movement. The road condition is poor which reduces the

average traffic speed to about 20 Km/h and also results in higher fuel consumption and vehicular pollution. Therefore, improvement of this subproject road is proposed to provide safe movement of increasing traffic at higher travel speeds with reduced travel time, accidents, overloading, and vehicle emissions. 3.5. Existing and Projected Traffic 43. Existing Traffic Volume: Average Daily Traffic (ADT) of sub-project road is studied at Sukwari (chainage km 5.30) near Gorsari village is presented in the Table 3.4. The recorded ADT is 2352 vehicles (2750 PCU).

Table 3.4 : ADT of Project Road Average Daily Average daily Section Traffic PCUs Amarpatan - Badera 2352 2750 Source: DPR 44. Projected Traffic: The maximum traffic projection at Sukwari location for the year 2009 to 2029 is given at Table 3.5. It is expected that the traffic volume will double by year 2019 i.e. 4305 (4620 PCU) and will be more than three times after 20 years i.e. 6941 (7241 PCU)

Table 3.5 : Summary of Projected Traffic for the Project Road Project Road Year Year Year Year Year From To 2009 2014 2019 2024 2029 Gorsari (15.70) Amarpatan Badera 2388 3222 4305 5506 6941 (2750) (3596) (4620) (5699) (7241) Source: DPR Note: Values in bracket indicate PCUs/day 45. The capacity of different carriageways is 6000, 15000 and 18000 PCUs per day for intermediate lane, 2 lane with earthen shoulders and 2 lane with Paved shoulders respectively. Analysing the capacity of Design Service Volume of Carriage ways and the projected traffic, it is concluded that the project road requires two lanes with earthen shoulder by 2018- 2023. 3.6. Key Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Activities 46. The sub project road rehabilitation involves activities like widening, realignment, intersections improvement, correction in road geometry and raising the embankment height in at certain stretches of the road to meet the design norms defined for state highways under IRC codes. The brief of all key project activities are described below: 3.6.1. Realignment and Curvature Improvement: To avoid resettlement / rehabilitation and land acquisition issues existing alignment is followed with substandard geometry. There are many sharp curves in the existing road which need to be improved to develop a high-speed highway. In plain or rolling terrain, a minimum curve radius of 230 m is considered to achieve design speed. Absolute minimum radius of 150 m is used at 17

location with space constraints (e.g. urban areas, structure approach & Forest Areas). 3.6.2. Proposed Cross Section Details 47. Lane Width and Earthen Shoulder: In order to meet future traffic requirement the existing carriageway is proposed to be upgraded to Two Lane with Earthen Shoulder to achieve high speed of travel with comfort and safety . 7m wide carriageway is proposed with basic traffic lane width of 3.50 m. Earthen shoulders of 2.50 m wide is proposed on either side of the proposed main carriageway for rural plain and rolling terrains. In stretches like hilly or forest area earthen shoulder is restricted to 1.00 m. 48. Footpath: The minimum width of footpath in urban stretches is proposed to be 1.00 m. The side drain in such stretches may be accommodated under the footpath. 49. Utility Corridor: Minimum width of utility corridor for rural sections will be 2.0m and for urban/ built-up sections will be 1.00m. 50. Side Slopes: The side slopes are proposed based on embankment height and is as follows: For fill sections, the following side slopes are proposed: Embankment height up to 3.0 m - 2H: 1V Embankment height from 3.0 m to 6.0 m - 1.5H: 1V Embankment height exceeding 6.0 m - To be designed based on soil parameters. Cut slopes will be as follows Soil - 1H: 1V 51. Cross fall : Carriageway will have crossfall of 3.0%. For earthen shoulders crossfall value will be 4.0%. Figure 3.3 shows the typical cross section to be followed on the project stretch.

SECTION I

Figure 3.3 : Typical Cross section of the project Road

3.6.3. Pavement Design and Widening: 52. Existing road will be widened to improve the capacity as well as horizontal geometrics. A combination of overlay and new construction will be followed for proposed improvements. At a number of places, the vertical profile will be changed to improve the vertical geometrics. This will require reconstruction after partial or full removal of the existing pavement, depending upon sub-grade condition. In urban areas cement concrete pavement along with side drain is proposed. 53. Concentric widening scheme is followed to minimise land acquisition issues and to ensure maximum utilisation of existing carriageway. The improvement is proposed to the existing pavement to meet the design requirement of 2.5 m. In specific stretches where the pavement is damaged / deteriorated special treatments, are proposed. The improvement proposal includes overlay of BC=30mm, DBM=50mm, or raising and reconstruction with WMM, or raising and reconstruction with GSB. The details of existing carriage way and widening proposal is given at Table 3.6 and Table 3.7

Table 3.6 : Sections for Existing Pavement Widening S. Existing Chainage Proposed Length Existing Proposed No. (km) Chainage (km) (m) Carriageway Carriageway From To From To 1 0.000 1.700 0.000 1.700 1.700 7.0 7.0 2 1.700 7.500 1.700 7.500 5.800 5.5 5.5 3 7.500 13.700 7.500 13.700 6.200 5.5 5.5 4 13.700 15.000 13.700 15.000 1.300 5.5 5.5 2 15.000 16.200 15.000 16.200 1.200 5.5 7.0 3 16.200 19.500 16.200 19.500 3.300 5.5 5.5 19

S. Existing Chainage Proposed Length Existing Proposed No. (km) Chainage (km) (m) Carriageway Carriageway From To From To 4 19.500 29.400 19.500 29.400 9.900 3.5 5.5 5 29.400 30.700 29.400 30.700 1.300 3.5 7.0 Source: DPR

Table 3.7 : Proposed Improvement Shoulder S. Section (in Km) Improvement Proposed No. From To 1.70 15.0 Intermediate lane with earthen 19.50 29.40 1 shoulder 30.70 41.20 43.70 46.60 0.00 1.70 15.00 16.2 2 Two lane with earthen shoulder 29.40 30.70 41.20 43.70 Source: DPR 3.6.4. Improvement Proposal for Intersection 54. Improvement scheme in respect of each junction is prepared to smooth the movement of traffic. The improvement proposal suggested include either left in left out approach or channelized intersection design. 3.6.5. Design of Road Side Drains 55. For a sound drainage system open lined drain and chute drains in RCC on hill side in mountainous terrain and slopes of high embankment respectively and as rapids on high cut sections is followed. The construction of an underground drain 1 m x 1 m lined with RCC-20 cm thick and covered with RCC slab10 cm in thickness is proposed at urban and semi-urban stretches. Details about the drainage are given in Table 3.8.

Table 3.8 : Cement Concrete Lined Drain S. Proposed Chainage Length (L+R) Remarks No. (km) From To (m) 1 0.00 1.700 1700+1700 Amarpatan town 2 15.000 15.700 700+700 Gorsari town 3 15.700 16.200 500+500 Devri Village 4 29.400 30.700 1300+1300 Joba village 5. 41.200 43.700 2500+2500 Lategaon Village Source: DPR 3.6.6. Traffic Control and Safety Measures 56. In addition to adequate provisions for roadway width, geometric elements and junction improvement, the following provisions are proposed to enhance the safety of road users. Due consideration has been made for

the provisions contained in IRC: SP 44-1994, “Highway Safety Code”. Also, various measures have been proposed to increase traffic control for the High-speed highway. 3.6.6.1 Crash Barrier 57. Safety barrier of rigid, flexible or semi-rigid type are proposed at following locations. In general W-beam crash barrier is proposed. • Non-traversable road side embankments • Where embankment height is 3m or more • Where embankment is retained by a retaining structure • On valley sides of highway in hill sections • Miscellaneous hazardous locations (like proximity to water structures, non-collapsible sign supports, buildings etc.) • Between main carriageway and footpath in bridges 58. The crash barrier locations are given in Table 3.9:

Table 3.9 : Crash Barrier Location Chainage Length (m) From To 27.900 27.930 30 31.825 31.855 30 34.975 35.005 30 36.435 36.465 30 Source: DPR 3.6.6.2 Road Signs 59. Adequate road signs are proposed for the project road in order to provide advance information to regulate/control traffic flow and ensure safety of operations. All road signs are provided in accordance with IRC 67. 60. Appropriate road markings are provided with stop signs, give-way signs, traffic merging and diverging signs, lane closure signs, compulsory keep left/right signs or any other signs as per IRC-67. Advance cautionary signs are proposed for sharp curves along with chevron signs at the outer edge of the curves. In hilly areas, curve-ahead signs are accompanied with appropriate delineators. 61. The signs will be of retro reflective sheetings of high intensity grade with encapsulated lens and fixing details as per of MoRT&H Specifications for Road and Bridge Works, 2001 are proposed. 3.6.6.3 Pavement Markings 62. In project road, pavement markings are proposed as per IRC: 35-1997, “Code of Practice for Road Marking” with centre-line, edge line, continuity line, stop line, give way lines, diagonal/chevron markings and zebra crossings. The pavement marking shall be of hot applied thermoplastic paint with glass beads as per the MORT&H specification for Road and Bridge Works, 2001.

3.6.7. Slope Stabilisation and Protection Works 21

63. Erosion is proposed to be minimized largely by the use of flat side slopes, rounded and blended with natural terrain; serrated cut slopes; drainage channels designed with due regard to width, depth, slopes, alignment, and protective treatment; inlets located and spaced for erosion control prevention of erosion at culvert outlets; proper facilities for groundwater interception; dikes, berms, and other protective devices to trap sediment at strategic locations; and protective ground covers and planting. 64. High embankment will be site specifically designed considering the quality of the available material, prevalent moisture condition and associated pore water pressure, bearing capacity of the founding strata and the requirement of any preloading etc. 65. Other stabilisation measures as Concrete block pitching and Launching apron in CC blocks are proposed to be adopted on case to case basis after thorough study of the problematic sites.

3.6.8. Improvement Proposal for Bridges and Drainage Structure 66. There are one major bridges and Eight minor bridges.. Include the list. The rehabilitation of the bridge includes the activities like change of damaged handrails, replacement of defective expansion joints, repairing of minor cracks, repairing of solid slab having signs of damage, cleaning by sand blasting of corroded steel reinforcement and additional reinforcement where necessary, strengthening and repairing with PMC of RCC solid slabs which show honeycombing, removal of existing wearing coat and replacement with new wearing coat of 50 mm thick bituminous concrete after laying 12mm thick mastic asphalt, strengthening of approaches. 67. Water way/ ventway will be cleaned if vegetation growth is impeding the main water channel. The channel will be dredged if excessive siltation has blocked the waterway. Spur, dykes will be provided to change the water course if it is found that due to the flow direction, excessive scouring is occurring near one of pier or abutment and it is in danger. 3.6.9. Improvement Proposal for Causeways 68. There is no proposal for causeway in this sub-project 3.6.10. Improvement Proposal for Culverts 69. There are 45 culverts consisting of pipe culverts. These are proposed to be widened for carriage way width of 12 m. The improvement proposal includes dismantling and recasting of head walls, ded replacement with proper designs. Many of the culverts have vegetation in the channels apart from some sand mounds causing vent way obstructions, which need clearing. Pipe diameter less than 0.9 m is to be replaced by 1.2 m diameter pipe. The culverts which are completely damaged or distressed are proposed for reconstruction. The culvert retained and repaired as mentioned above will be widen to match with formation width of Road section.

3.6.11. Utilities and Services

70. Utilities and Services are seen only in the vicinity of towns, villages and roadside establishments the project road alignment traverses through either open area or agricultural land with small stretches of forest area. As the project road connects the major towns namely Amarpatan & Badera, all major utilities run adjacent to the road alignment. Electric and telephone lines almost follow the existing road alignment. These have to be relocated. 3.7. Material required and Sourcing 71. The various construction materials which will require for the project road construction and other activities are listed below. • Borrow Soil • Aggregate • Granular material • Sand • Cement • Bitumen • Steel • Water 3.7.1. Borrow soil 72. Borrow Soil identified during survey for DPR study revealed that it can be used for road embankment as well as for Sub grade layer. The details of available source, location, average lead distance to the project road and approximate available quantity are given in Table 3.10.

Table 3.10 : List of Borrow Area

S. No. Location Villages Distance from project corridor 1. Km. 1.70 Amarpatan 5 Km to 10 Km 2. Km. 13.70 Gorsari 5 Km to 10 Km 3. Km. 23.80 Khara 5 Km to 10 Km 4. Km. 33.60 Gauraiya 5 Km to 10 Km 5 Km. 43.70 Latagaon 5 Km to 10 Km Source: DPR 3.7.2. Aggregate 73. Aggregate stone is basic ingredient in road construction. Investigation of quarry area was carried out for DPR study to ascertain the potential source of aggregate for the construction of different pavement layers like Bituminous Concrete (BC), Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM), Bituminous Macadam (BM), Wet Mix Macadam (WMM), Granular Sub- base, sand for cement concrete works and GSB.(Table 3.11 )

Table 3.11 : Potential Source of Aggregates in the project road 23

S. No. Location Chainage (km) 1. 35 Km. on Left & 20 Km Right 0.0 Km 2. 4 – 4.6 Km. Crusher on Right 2.35 3. 30 Km on Left 25 Km. on Right 13.75 4. 20 Km. on Right 46.80 Source: DPR 3.7.3. Sand 74. Sand to be used in the concrete work during construction is available near Mahanadi which is about 25 km located on the left side of the project road at chainage 46.90 between Amarpatan to Badera . 3.7.4. Cement 75. There are so many factories of cement manufacturing in Madhya Pradesh. The cement can be procured from the open market. 3.7.5. Bitumen 76. There is no refinery situated in Sub Project road nearest source of bitumen is Mathura refinery, Uttar Pradesh and Koyali Refinery, Gujarat. Bitumen of VG-10 equivalent of 80-100 or VG-30 equivalent of 60-70 penetration grades from the above mentioned refinery is proposed to be used for bituminous work. 3.7.6. Steel 77. There is numbers of steel rolling factories is situated in Madhya Pradesh, with various grade of steel. The steel is to be purchase from the open market. 3.7.7. Water 78. Ground water and surface water in the vicinity of the project road is proposed to use as a source of water for construction activities. The total quantity of water required for construction activities in the project is 300 KL/Day. 3.8. Project Implementation Schedule and Cost 79. The project is in the detailed design stage. The construction of widening of the road to 2- lane road, will be implemented in 24 months. The estimated cost of the project excluding R and R and EMP is estimated to be INR 513,312,921/-.

4. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 80. Baseline environmental conditions about all facets of environment viz. physical, biological and socio-economic have been established using both primary and secondary sources. Efforts have been made to collect the latest information both at regional as well as local level especially along the project corridor. This will help to predict likely changes in the environment due to the project and will serve as performance indicators for various components. 81. The project road Amarpatan-Gorseri-Badera is a section of SH-11 measuring 46.50 km in length. 95% of the road is coming in Satna district and only the end point Badera is in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh. The district profile of Satna is given in Table 4.1

Table 4.1 : Summary of Important Features of the Project Districts S. No. Parameters Satna . It is located in the north eastern part of the Madhya Pradesh and covers an area of about 7,502 sq. km. 1. General . It lies between N latitude 23° 58’ and 25° 12’ and E longitude 80° 21’ and 81° 23’. . It is located at an elevation of 315 m above MSL . The temperature in May touches 42°C. 2. Climate . It receives on an average 846 mm of rain annually. Ecologically Sensitive Area Wild Life Sanctuaries None National Parks None 3. Tiger Reserves None Elephant Reserves None Reserve/Protected Yes, reserve forest Forests Geomorphology 1.Denudational Hills 1. Major Physiographic 2. Pediment (Granite) Units 3. Deccan Plateau 4. 4. Alluvial Plains Sindh - Parwati sub-basin, Sindh - Kuno sub-basin 2. Major Drainage Sindh - Betwa sub-basin Sindh – Mahur sub-basin Black cotton soil, Sandy loam, Clayey loam, 5. Major Soil Type Murram 6. Principal Crops Wheat, Rice, Groundnut, Gram, Jowar Predominant Bundelkhand Granite, Vindhayan, Deccan 7. Geological Formations Trap Weathered/Fractured Granite, Vindhayan & 8. Hydrogeology deccan Trap Source: Central Ground Water Authority Report and other District/Govt. websites 25

4.2. Physical Environment 4.2.1. Meteorology and Climate 82. Madhya Pradesh has a subtropical climate characterized by hot summer season and dryness except southwest monsoon season. Like most of north India it has a hot dry summer (April-June) followed by monsoon rains (July-September) and a cool and relatively dry winter (December- February). The maximum temperature during summer season ranges from 33 to 44ºC and 10 to 27ºC during winter season. The average rainfall is about 1,370 mm which decreases from east to west. The south- eastern districts have the heaviest rainfall, some places receiving as much as 2,150 mm, while the western and north-western districts receive 1,000 mm or less. 83. The Sub-Project passes through Satna and Katni. May-June is the hottest month with daily maximum temperature of above 46 °C while January is coolest with minimum temperature of 5 °C. The wind speed in the region is mostly low (< 2 m/s) in almost all the months. The higher wind speeds are observed during monsoon season (June-July). The predominant wind direction is West to North-West. The weather remains dry for all the seasons except monsoon when the humidity is around 85%. Monthly rainfall details for last five years in the project area have been summarized in Table 4.2.

Table 4.2 : Monthly Rainfall data (mm) in the project district for the last five years

Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Total 2005 18.4 5.8 37.4 6.4 2.6 124.1 800.6 276.3 195.1 4.9 0 0 1471.6 2006 0 0 34.2 24.2 25 53.8 378.7 209.6 50.2 3.6 0.6 0 779.9 2007 0 71 21.6 0.6 1 145.1 146.9 176.4 172.9 0 0 5.9 741.4 2008 0.9 8.5 0.3 3 7.7 205.5 206.9 212.5 101.1 4.1 3.5 0 754 2009 12.9 0 1.4 3.8 14.5 25.8 207.6 192.5 152 220.4 58.9 2.9 892.7 Source: India Meteorological Department, Delhi 4.2.2. Air and Noise Quality 84. In absence of any existing data on ambient air quality and noise levels of the project area, onsite monitoring was conducted at few select locations. Most of the project area lies in vast open agricultural land and is largely free from air pollution and noise generating sources other than traffic and few brick-kilns existing in the area. These were located in open area and operate only for few months. 4.2.2.1 Air Quality 85. The 24 hourly average ambient air quality levels with respect to suspended particulate matter (SPM), respirable particulate matter (RSPM), Sulphur Dioxide and Oxides of Nitrogen are shown in Table 4.3. The Table reveals that maximum SPM, RSPM, SO2 and NOx value are 55.2 µg/m3, 38.6 µg/m3, 7.8 µg/m3 and 6.5 µg/m3 respectively in the

project area. These ambient air quality levels conform to the prescribed National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) (Appendix 4.1).

Table 4.3 : Ambient Air Quality Along the project section (24 Hourly)

3 S. Pollutants concentration in µg /m Name of location No. RSPM SPM SO2 NOx 1 Amarpatan Town 55.2 38.6 7.8 6.5 2. Jajhbari Village 33.8 28.6 6.3 6.0 Source: Field Monitoring 4.2.2.2 Noise 86. The ambient noise levels (Table 4.4) conform to the prescribed limit for all landuse categories monitored.

Table 4.4 : Noise Level in dB (A) Along the Project Corridor Leq value dB (A) S. No. Location Day time Night time Max Min Max Min 1. Amarpatan village 48.5 42.6 39.4 28.7 2. Gorsari village 34.3 29.2 26.8 21.3 3. Badera village 39.6 30.4 34.6 26.4 Source: Field Monitoring 4.2.3. Topography and Geomorphology 87. The topography of the region is mixed type. The project road alignment traverses through plain and rolling terrain in most of the length. A section of the road from chainage 9 km to 15 km is through the hilly terrain with sparse vegetation. Besides, entire road is passing through plain area with habitation and agricultural landuse. 4.2.4. Geology/Soil 88. In this region the main classes of soil are black, brown and bhatori (stony) soil. The volcanic, clay-like soil of the region owes its black colour to the high iron content of the basalt from which it formed. The soil requires less irrigation because of its high capacity for moisture retention. The other two soil types are lighter and have a higher proportion of sand. The black cotton soil covers almost three fourths of the area. The alluvial soils are found along the river courses. The higher elevations i.e. the hilly regions have a cover of murram, which is made up of small rounded pieces of weathered trap. The Vindhyans and Bijawars have a thin cover of sandy loams. The alluvium is derived from hill slopes by numerous streams and watercourses. 4.2.4.1 Soil Quality 89. The soil sample has been collected at four locations in the project section as shown in Table 4.5. The Table reveals that the dominant soil type is Sandy clay loam with good organic content.

Table 4.5 : Physiochemical Characteristics of soil in the project road S. No. Parameter Unit Madwar Jhajbhari Physical Parameters 1. PH - 7.02 6.86 2. Electrical Conductivity µ µχ/οηµ 76.30 115.25 3. Moisture Content % 5.32 13.62 4. Bulk Density g/cm 1.72 1.88 5. Water Holding % 22.76 28.45 Capacity 6. Colour Light Brownish Grey Blackish Brown Chemical Parameters 7. Calcium as Ca mg/100 gm 20.04 24.62 8. Magnesium as Mg mg/100 gm 21.93 18.46 9. Sodium as Na mg/100 gm 8.10 6.5 10. Potassium Available mg/100 gm 89.04 110.36 11. Phosphorus Available mg/100 gm 18.66 28.25 12. Nitrogen Available mg/100 gm 84.2 141.0 13. Cation Exchange meq/100gm 7.05 7.62 Capacity (CEC) 14. Chloride mg/100 gm 63.9 85.2 15. Organic Carbon % 0.64 0.81 16. Organic Matter % 1.09 1.29 17. Sulphate mg/100 gm 71.3 88.2 18. Grain Size Distribution a. Textural Class - Clay Loam Sand Clay Loam b. Sand % 50 63 c. Silt % 15 10 d. Clay % 35 27 Micronutrients a. Boron mg/kg 12.34 40.76 b. Zinc mg/kg 18.21 58.68 c. Iron mg/kg 1.30 2.76 d. Lead mg/kg 0.06 0.08 Source: Field Monitoring

4.2.5. Seismicity 90. The project region falls in Zones II & III i.e., low to moderate risk zone. The hazard and seismic zoning map is shown in Figure 4.1

Source: Amateur Seismic Centre, Pune Source: IS 1893 (Part 1) 2002

Figure 4.1 : Hazard and Seismic Zone Map 4.2.6. Land use 91. The area under various land uses in the state is presented in Table 4.6. The Table shows that the major portion of the land use is under agriculture (48.69%) followed by forest cover (28%).

Table 4.6 : Land Use Pattern in the State Land Use Area in '000 ha Percentage Total geographical area 30824 Reporting Area for land utilization 30756 100 Net area Sown 14975 48.7 Forest* 8688 28.2 Area not available for cultivation 3364 10.9 Permanent Pasture & Grazing land 1341 4.3 Land under misc. tree crops & groves 20 0.06 Cultivable waste land 1175 3.8 Fallow land other than current fallows 596 1.9 Current fallows 596 1.9 Source: DPR * The data is given for 2004-05 (as per availability) including Reserved & Protected Forest 92. Land-Use of the Project Section: The Land use pattern along the project road is also mixed type dominated by agriculture and forest areas. Chainage-wise land use along the project road is given in Table 4.7. There are also few public and private settlements along the project road.

Table 4.7 : Land Use Pattern along the project road

Chainage Km wise Left Side Right Side From To 0 1 Town (Amarpatan), Buildup area Town (Amarpatan), Buildup area 1 2 Buildup area, Petrol pump Buildup area Village-Nandan tola, Agriculture Village-Nandan tola, Agriculture 2 3 Land, Buildup area Land, Buildup area 3 4 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 4 5 Village-Itma Kothar, Buildup area, Village-Itma Kothar, Buildup area, 5 6 Buildup area, Agriculture Land Buildup area, Agriculture Land Village-Kirahi, Buildup area, Village-Kirahi, Buildup area, 6 7 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land, Temple 7 8 Buildup area, Protected Forest Buildup area, Protected Forest 8 9 Protected Forest Protected Forest 9 10 Protected Forest Protected Forest 10 11 Protected Forest Protected Forest 11 12 Protected Forest Protected Forest 12 13 Protected Forest Protected Forest Protected Forest, Agriculture Protected Forest, Agriculture 13 14 Land Land Protected Forest, Agriculture Protected Forest, Agriculture Land, Village-Garsari, Buildup Lande, Village-Garsari, Buildup 14 15 area, HT tower area Village-Devri, Buildup area, Well, 15 16 Village-Devri, Buildup area Temple Village-Devri, Buildup area, Village-Devri, Buildup area, 16 17 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 17 18 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land Village-Madwar, Agriculture Land, Village-Madwar, Agriculture Land, 18 19 Buildup area Buildup area Village-Madwar, Buildup area, Village-Madwar, Buildup area, Agriculture Land, Barren land Agriculture Land, Temple, Barren 19 20 land Agriculture Land, Barren land, Agriculture Land, Barren land 20 21 Well Village-Devra, Agriculture Land, Village-Devra, Agriculture Land, 21 22 Barren land Barren land Agriculture Land, Barren land, Agriculture Land, Temple, HT 22 23 Buildup area line, Barren land, Buildup area 23 24 Agriculture Land, Buildup area Agriculture Land, Buildup area 24 25 Agriculture Land, HT tower Agriculture Land 25 26 Village-Khara, Buildup area, Village-Khara, Buildup area,

Chainage Km wise Left Side Right Side From To Agriculture Land, HT-Tower Agriculture Land, HT-Tower Village-Khara, Buildup area, Village-Khara, Buildup area, 26 27 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land, Well 27 28 Agriculture Land, Well Agriculture Land Village-Bara, Buildup area, Village-Bara, Buildup area, 28 29 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land Village-Joba, Buildup area, Village-Joba, Buildup area, 29 30 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land, Well 30 31 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 31 32 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land Village-Goraiya, Agriculture land Village-Goraiya, Buildup area, 32 33 Agriculture land 33 34 Buildup area, Agriculture Land Agriculture Land, Buildup area Village-Jhajbari, Buildup area, Village-Jhajbari, Buildup area, 34 35 Agriculture land Agriculture land Agriculture Land, Buildup area Agriculture Land, Buildup area, 35 36 Temple 36 37 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land Village-Riwara, Agriculture Land, Village-Riwara, Agriculture Land, 37 38 Buildup area Buildup area 38 39 Buildup area, Agriculture Land Buildup area, Agriculture Land 39 40 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 40 41 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 41 42 Agriculture Land, Buildup area Agriculture Land, Buildup area Village-Lategaon, Buildup area, 42 43 Village-Lategaon, Buildup area, Temple Village-Lategaon, Buildup area, Village-Lategaon, Buildup area, 43 44 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 44 45 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land 45 46 Agriculture Land Agriculture Land Town-Badera, Buildup area, Town-Badera, Buildup area, 46 46.90 Temple Agriculture Land Source: DPR 4.2.7. Hydrology and Drainage 93. Madhya Pradesh represents great river basins and the watershed of a number of rivers. There is no River crossing the project road. Almost entire project stretch remains dry throughout the year except for rainy season during monsoon period. There are few pond constructed to meet the water requirement by water harvesting.

4.2.8. Groundwater 94. The ground water availability along the project road area is poor. The depth of water table goes below 250 feet during summer season. Most of the wells become dry except in monsoon season. The groundwater quality of the samples collected during field survey in the study area has been summarised in Table 4.9.

Table 4.8 : Groundwater Quality Along the Project Corridor S. No. Parameter Unit Location Madwar 1. Colour - Colourless 2. Odour - Odourless 3. pH - 7.5 4. Electrical Conductivity µ mho/cm 432 5. Turbidity NTU 1.2 6. Total Solids mg/l 342.2 7. Total Dissolved Solids mg/l 340.4 8. Suspended Solids mg/l 1.8 Chemical Parameters Inorganic 9. Total Hardness as CaCO3 mg/l 165 a. Calcium Hardness as mg/l 102 CaCO3 b. Magnesium Hardness as mg/l 63 CaCO3 10. Alkalinity as CaCO3 mg/l 44 a. Methyl Orange Alkalinity mg/l 44.0 b. Phenolphthalein Alkalinity mg/l - 11. Chloride mg/l 28.2 12. Fluoride mg/l 0.72 13. Nitrate mg/l ND 14. Nitrite mg/l ND 15. Phosphate mg/l ND 16. Sulphate mg/l 0.32 17. Sulphite mg/l ND 18. Sodium mg/l 8 19. Potassium mg/l 02 Organic 20. BOD (3 day at 27 °C) mg/l ND Biological Parameters 21. Total Coli /100 ml ND 22 Faecal Coli /100 ml - 23. E. Coli /100 ml - Heavy Metals 24. Iron mg/l 0.05 25. Nickel mg/l ND 26. Zinc mg/l 0.01 27. Cadmium mg/l ND 28. Lead mg/l ND 29. Total chromium mg/l ND Source: Analysis of Field Samples

95. The above results reveal that the ground water quality conforms to the drinking water standards (Appendix 4.3). 4.2.9. Surface water 4.2.9.1 Surface Water Quality 96. Surface water sample taken from Andhyari River has been compared with the standards prescribed by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for Irrigation- Class D and propagation of wild life and fisheries -Class-E (Appendix 4.4). The results of the samples conforms their suitability for both these purposes. Results of the surface water quality in the project area have been summarized in Table 4.9

Table 4.9 : Surface Water Quality of the river in project area

S. No. Parameter Unit Andhyari River Physical Parameters 1. pH - 7.18 2. Electrical Conductivity µ mho/cm 508 3. Turbidity NTU 1.3 4. Total Solids mg/l 255.8 5. Total Dissolved Solids mg/l 246.8 6. Suspended Solids mg/l 9 Chemical Parameters Inorganic

7. Total Hardness as CaCO3 mg/l 158

a. Calcium Hardness as CaCO3 mg/l 119

b. Magnesium Hardness as CaCO3 mg/l 39

8. Alkalinity as CaCO3 mg/l 52 a. Methyl Orange Alkalinity mg/l 52 b. Phenolphthalein Alkalinity mg/l - 9. Chloride mg/l 35.4 10. Fluoride mg/l 0.52 11. Nitrate mg/l 1.25 12. Nitrite mg/l ND 13. Dissolved Oxygen mg/l 6.40 14. Phosphate mg/l 0.42 15. Sulphate mg/l 0.36 16. Sulphite mg/l ND 17. Sodium mg/l 18 18. Potassium mg/l 06 Organic 19. Biological Oxygen Demand (3 day at 27oC) mg/l ND 20. Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/l ND 33

S. No. Parameter Unit Andhyari River 21. Oil & Grease mg/l ND Biological Parameters 22. Total Coli /100 ml 8 23. Fecal Coli /100 ml 5 24. E. Coli /100 ml 3 Heavy Metals 25. Iron mg/l 0.24 26. Nickel mg/l ND 27. Zi Zinc mg/l ND 28. C Cadmium mg/l ND 29. L Lead mg/l ND 30. Total Chromium mg/l ND Source: Analysis of field Samples 4.3. Ecological Resources 4.3.1. Terrestrial Ecology 4.3.1.1 Forests 97. Madhya Pradesh is endowed with rich and diverse forest resources. Lying between lat. 21°04'N and long. 74°02' and 82°49' E, it is a reservoir of biodiversity. The geographical area of the state is 308,144 km2 (118,975 sq mi) which constitutes 9.38% of the land area of the country. The forest area of the state is 95,221 km2 (36,765 sq mi) constituting 31% of the geographical area of the state and 12.44% of the forest area of the country. Legally this area has been classified into "Reserved Forest, Protected Forest and Unclassified Forest", which constitute 61.7%, 37.4% and 0.9% of the forest area respectively. Central, eastern and southern parts of the state are rich, whereas northern and western parts are deficient in forest. The forest cover of the state is shown in Figure 4.2

Figure 4.2 : Forest Cover Map of Madhya Pradesh

98. There are four important forest types viz. Tropical Moist, Tropical Dry, Tropical Thorn, Subtropical broadleaved Hill forests. The forest area can also be classified based on the composition of forest and terrain of the area. Based on composition, there are three important forest formations namely teak, Sal and miscellaneous forests. The study area for the proposed development of SH-13 (Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera) has some patches of Mixed forest on the hilly terrain. 99. The mixed forests in the study area includes Teak (Tectona grandis) and Sal (Shorea robusta) as main dominant species associated with other species like saja (Terminalia tomentosa), bija (Pterocarpus marsupium), lendia (Lagerstroemia parviflora), haldu (Adina cardifolia), dhaora (Anogeissus latifolia), salai (Boswellia serrata), aonla (Emblica officinalis), amaltas (Cassia fistula), gamhar (Gmelina arborea) etc. 4.3.1.2 Flora

100. The study area more or less undulated with rocky surface at some places. Open areas and agriculture fields’ area also present along the road side. Hilly areas are also present along the road side. The vegetation in the study area is found scattered on the edges of fields dominated by Mauha (Madhuca indica). Mango (Mangifera indica) is the most dominant species observed in the Avenue (Road side) plantation. Other Dominant species found along the road side are Shisham or Indian Rosewood- Dalbergia sissoo, Eucalyptus spp., Jamun or Java Plum- Syzygium cumini, Teak- Tectona grandis, Khair- Acacia catechu, Neem- Azadirachta indica, Kikar or Babul- Acacia nilotica, Siris - Albizia lebek, Ber or Indian Jujube- Zizyphus mauritiana, Barh or Banyan- Ficus benghalensis, Pipal or Bo Tree - Ficus religiosa, Bogori - Zizyphus jujuba, Imli or Tamarind- Tamarindus indica, Ghoranim – Melia azedarach, Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) and Bamboo Plantations. The list of common trees observed during the present survey along the road is given in Table 4.10.

Table 4.10 : List of Plant Species in the Study Area S. No. Local Name Botanical Name Family Large Trees 1. Achar Buchanania lanzan (spreg) Anacardiaceae 2. Arjun Terminalia arjuna (Bedd) Combretaceae 3. Aam Mangifera indica (Linn) Anacardiaceae 4. Awla Emblica officinalis Euphorbiaceae 5. Imli Tamarindus indica (Linn) Caesalpiniaceae 6. Kardhai Anogeissus pendula Combrataceae 7. Kala siras Albizia lebbek Leguminosae (Mimoseae) 8. Kevlor Bauhinia purpurea Caesalpinaceae 9. Kumbhi Careya arborea Myrtaceae 10. Kullu Sterculia urens Stcrculiaceae 11. Kem Mitragyna parvifolia Rubiaceae 12. Khair Acacia catechu Leguminosae (Mimoseae) 13. Gular Ficus glomerata Moraceae 14. Gunja Gardenia pinnata Burseraceae 15. Chchwa Albizzia odoratissima Leguminosae (Mimoseae) 35

S. No. Local Name Botanical Name Family 16. Chirol Holoptelea integrifolia Legumenosae (Mimoseae) 17. Jamun Syzygium cuimini Myrataceae 18. Kankar Lannea coromandalica Anacardiaceae 19. Tendu Diospyros melanoxeon Ebenaceae 20. Dhavda Anogeissus latifolia Combretaceae 21. Dhobin Dalbergia paniculata Leguminosae (Papilionaceae) 22. Nilgiri Eucalyptus spp Myrtaceae 23. Neem Azadirachta indica Meliaceae 24. Palas Butea monosperma Leguminosea (papilionaceae) 25. Pakar Ficus infectoria Moraceae 26. Padar Stereospermum suaveolens Bignoniaceae 27. Pangra Erythrina Suberosa Leguminosae (Pipilionaceae) 28. Pipal Ficus religiosa Moraceae 29. Bad Ficus bengalensis Moraceae 30. Bahera Terminalia belerica Combretaceae 31. Babul Acacia nilotica Legumenosae (Mimoseae) 32. Bel Aegle marmelos Rutaceae 33. Bhirra Chloroxylon Swietenia, D.C. Meliaceae 34. Maharukh Ailanthus excelsa Simarubiaceae 35. Mahua Madhuca indica Sapotaceae 36. Shisham Delbergia latifolia, Roxb Leguminosae (Papilionaceae) 37. Safed Siras Albizzia procera, Benth Leguminosae (Mimoseae) 38. Sagwan Tectona grandis Verbenaceae 39. Saj Terminalia tomentosa Combretaceae 40. Salai Boswellia serrata Burseraceae 41. Seja Lagerstroemia parviflora Lythraceae 42. Semal Salmalia malabarica, Bombaxcieba Malvaceae 43. Haldu Adina Cardifolia Rubiaceae Small Trees 44. Amaltash Cassia fistula Leguminosae (Caesalpiniaceae) 45. Astara Bauhinia malabarica Leguminosae (Caesalpiniaceae) 46. Asta Bauhinia racermosa Leguminosae (Caesalpiniaceae) 47. Ghont Zizyphus xylopyra Rhamnaceae 48. Ber Zizyphus jujube Rhamnaceae 49. Lokhandi Ixora arborea Rubiaceae 50. Sehra Bauhinia retusa Leguminosae (Caesalpiniaceae) Shrubs and Under Shrubs 51. Adusa Adhatoda vasica Acanthaceae 52. Apamarg Achyranthes aspera Amaranthaceae 53. Arandi Ricinus Communis Euphorbiaceae 54. Aak Calotropis gigantean Asclepiadaceae 55. Gokhru Tribulus terrestris Zygophllaceae 56. Zhadneri Zizyphus nummularia Rhamnaceae 57. Tulsi Ocimum Sanctum Labiatae 58. Thuar Euphorbia nerifolia Euphorbiaceae 59. Dhavai Woodfordia fruticosa Lythraceae 60. Nirgudi Vitex negundo Verbenaceae 61. Neel Indigofera pulchella Leguminosae 62. Pawar Cassia tora Leguminosae

S. No. Local Name Botanical Name Family (Caesalpiniaceae) 63. Beshram Ipomoea pescaparae Convolvulaceae 64. Bhatkatiya Solanum nigrum Solanaceae 65. Vidyasini Lantana camara Verbenaceae 66. Shatavari Asparagus recemosus Liliaceae 67. Sitafal Anona Squamosa Anonaceae 68. Harsingar Nyctanthes arbortristis Oleacaae 69. Ratanjot Jatropha curacas Evphorbiaceae Climbers 70. Gunja Abrus precatorious Leguminosea 71. Gauj Millietia auriculata Leguminosea (Pipilionaceae) 72. Palasbel Butea superba Leguminosea (Pipilionaceae) Grasses 73. Kusul Heteropogon contortus Gramineae 74. Khas Vetivania zizaniodes Gramineae Other Plants 75. Amrbel Cuscuta reflexa Convolvulaceae 76. Bans Dendrocalamus Strictus Gramineae Source: Field Survey and Secondary Sources

101. The study area shows presence of medicinal plants. The area abounds in production of many kinds of fruits, flowers, seeds and leaves which have medicinal properties. Study area has got a variety of trees and plants owing to the climatic and geological factors. There are many plants like Behada (Terminalia belerrica), Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna), Aaola (Emblica officinalis) Vad (Ficus benghalensis) which have medicinal value found in the study area. 102. There are no threatened, rare or endangered plant species in the project area. 4.3.1.3 Fauna

4.3.1.4 Wild Life and Protected Areas 103. There are 9 National Parks and 25 Sanctuaries spread over an area of 10,862 km2 constituting 11.40% of the total forest area and 3.52% of the geographical area of the Madhya Pradesh state. The details of National Park and Sanctuaries is shown in Figure 4.3 104. There are no Wild Life Sanctuaries/National Parks, Tiger Reserves etc. in the project area. 37

Figure 4.3 : National Parks and Sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh

105. The vegetation density and diversity is an important factor determining the habitat and thus for particular wild animals. Different animals prefer different types of habitat for food and shelter. The consultation with the forest officials in Satna District revealed the movement of herbivores like Black Bug, Chital and Blue Bull in the surrounding agriculture fields. During the survey langur and macaque were sighted in different locations. Grazing activity mostly performed by domestic animals like cow, buffaloes, goat etc. A list of fauna present in study area is given in Table 4.11.

Table 4.11 : List of Fauna in the Study Area S. No. Local Name Zoological Name Family 1. Common Langur Presbytia entellus Colobidae 2. Rhesus macaque Macaca mulatta Circopthecidae 3. Common jungle cat Felis chaus Felidae 4. Common Mongoose Herpestes edwardsi Herpestidae 5. Jackal Canis aureus Canidae 6. Indian Fox Vulpes benglensis Canidae Common five Stripped 7. Funambulus pennanti Sciuridae squirrel 8. Field rat Bandicota bengalensis Muridae 9. Common house rat Rattus rattus-refescena Muridae 10. Common India Porcupine Hystrix indica Hystricidae 11. Common Indian hare Lepus nigricollis Leporidae 12. Neelgai Boselaphus tragocamelus Bovidae Source: Field Study/Secondary Sources and Public Consultation 106. The reptile includes the snakes and lizards of various types. The hilly areas and agriculture fields in the study area provide an ideal habitat for many snakes and other reptiles. Reptiles such as Russell viper, cobra, and python were found occasionally in the dense vegetation areas as per- narrated by local people. The list of common reptiles found in the study area is given in Table 4.12

Table 4.12 : List of reptiles in the study area S. No. Scientific Name English Name Family 1 Python molurus Indian python Pythonidae 2 Mabuya carinata Common skink Scincidae 3 Ptyas mucosus Rat snake Colubridae 4 Hemidactyhus flaviviridis House Lizard Gekkonidae 5 Calotes versicolor Garden Lizard Agamidae 6 Bungarus caeruleus Common India Krait Elapidae 7 Viper russelli Russel’s Viper Viperidae 8 Naja naja Indian cobra Elapidae 9 Varanus bengalensis Moniter Lizard varanidae 10 Dendrelaphis tristis Tree snake Colubridae Source: Secondary Sources and Public Consultation 107. The common Butterflies found in the study area are Danaus chrysippus, Tirumala limniace, Catopsilia Pomona etc the list of Butterflies found in the study area is given in Table 4.13.

Table 4.13 : List of Butterflies in the study area

S. No. Scientific name Common name 1 Danaus chrysippus Plain tiger 2 Euthalia nais Baronet 3 Euploea core Common crow 4 Catopsilia Pomona Common emigrant 5 Danaus genutia Stripped tiger 6 Tirumala limniace Blue tiger Source: Secondary Sources 4.3.1.5 Avifauna

108. A total number of 16 species of birds were encountered during the present survey. Dominant bird species observed during the survey are spotted dove, Rose ringed parakeet, small blue kingfisher, Brahmini myna, house crow, common myna, House sparrow etc. Red wattled lapwing grey heron and grey wagtail were also observed at a water body near Amarpatan. The list of bird species found in study area is given in Table 4.14

Table 4.14 : List of Avifauna found in the Study Area S. Standard English Name Zoological Name Family No. 1. Gray Heron Ardea Cinerea Ardeidae 2. Paddy Bird Ardeola grayii Ardeidae 3. Cattle egret Bulbulcus ibis Ardeidae 4. White egret Egretta alba Ardeidae 5. Little Egret Egretta garzetta Ardeidae 39

S. Standard English Name Zoological Name Family No. 6. Black parteidge Francolinus from Colinus Phasianidae 7. Gray partridge Francolinus pond-icerianus Phasianidae 8. Common or gray quail Cotuenix coturnix Phasianidae 9. Red wattled lapwing Vanellus indicus Charadridae 10. Yellow wattled lapwing Vanellus malabaricus Charadridae 11. Common green pigeon Treron Phoenicoptera Collumbidae 12. Blue rock pigeon Columba livia Collumbidae 13. Indian ring dove Streptopelia decaocto Collumbidae 14. Spotted dove Streptopelia chinensis Collumbidae 15. Large Indian Parakeet Psittacula eupatria Psittacidae 16. Rose ringed Parakeet Psittacula Krameri Psittacidae Blossom headed 17. Psittacula cyanocephala Psittacidae parakeet 18. Koel Eudynamys scolopaceae Cuculidae 19. Coucal Centropus sinensis Cuculidae 20. Pied king fisher Ceryle rudis Alcedinidae Small Blue king fisher or 21. Alcedo atthis Alcedinidae Common king fisher White breasted king 22. Halcyon smyrnensis Alcedinidae fisher 23. Green bee eater Merops orientalis Meropidae 24. Indian roller blue jay Coracias benghalensis Coracidae 25. Indian pitta Pitta brachyuran Pittiade 26. Golden oriole Oriolus oriolus Orioladae 27. King crow; Black Drongo Dicrurus adsimilis Dicruidae Large Racket tailed 28. Dicrurus paradiseus Dicruidae drango 29. Pied myna Sturnus contra Sturnidae 30. Common myna Aeridotheres tristis Sturnidae 31. Jungle myna Aeridotheres Sturnidae 32. House crow Corvus splendens Corvidae 33. Jungle crow Corvus macrorhynchos Corvidae 34. Red whisked bulbul Pycnonotus jocosus Pycnontidae 35. Redvented bulbul Pyenonotus cafer Pycnontidae Muscicapidae 36. Jungle babbler Turdoidesstriatus Timalinae 37. Pied Bushchat Saxicola caprata Muscicapidae Muscicapidae 38. Magpie Robin Copsychus-saularis Turdinae Muscicapidae 39. Indian Robin Saxicola fulicatus Turdinae 40. Grey wagtail Motacilla cinerea Motacillidae 41. Yellow Wagtail Motacilla glava Motacillidae 42. Purple sun Bird Nectarinia asiatica Nectarinidae 43. House sparrow Passer-domesticus passerinae 44. Weaver bird Ploceus philippinus passerinae 45. Red Munia Estrilda amandava Estrildinae Source: Field Study/Secondary Sources and Public Consultation 4.3.1.6 Roadside Plantations The major species observed are mango, teak, neem, jamun, palas, saja, seasam, mahua etc. It was found that about 1150 trees (586 trees in left

side and 564 trees are on right side) exist within a corridor of 20 m along the project road. 4.3.2. Aquatic Ecology 109. No commercial fishing was observed in the project site. 4.4. Socio-Economic Environment 4.4.1. Economic Progress 110. The economy of Madhya Pradesh is based on agriculture, forest products, industries, mineral resources, and cottage industry sectors. About 70% of the total work force of the state depends directly or indirectly on agriculture. There are many flourishing textile mills in the state and artificial silk manufacturing plants located at Ujjain, Nagda, Indore and Gwalior. Diesel engines are manufactured at Indore and attractive pottery and carpets are produced at Gwalior. 4.4.1.1 Agriculture 111. In 2004-05, the state has produced about 14.1million tones of food grains (comprising Cereals 10.7million tonnes and 3.4million tonnes of pulses) and about 4.8 million tones of total Oilseed (Soyabean production is 3.75 million tones). The state has contributed 7.43% food grains, 8.7% cereals and 21.4% pulses to the national food storage. The contribution of national oil seed production was 22.1% in the 2003-04. Thus the state became highest producer of pulses and second oilseed producer in the country in 2003-04. 4.4.1.2 Mineral Resources 112. Madhya Pradesh is rich in minerals. There are large reserves of coal and important deposits of iron ore, manganese ore, bauxite, limestone, dolomite, copper, fire clay & china clay. Diamond reserves at Panna are of particular interest. There are 24 cement factories in the state. The state is one of the largest producer of cement in the country. The reserves of dolomite (66 million tonnes), fuller’s earth (1.2 lakh million tonnes), clay (12030 million tonnes), lime stone, quartz etc. reported in project area. 4.4.1.3 Industries 113. The major industries of the state are electronics, telecommunications, petrochemicals,, food processing and automobiles. The state has also taken a lead in the production of cement. The state is also famous for its traditional handicrafts and handlooms manufactured at Chanderi and Maheshwar. The major industrial unit in the state are- cement, Pig Iron, Steel Ingots, News Prints and Sugar mills. 4.4.2. Infrastructure Facilities 4.4.2.1 Water Supply 114. Madhya Pradesh ranks among top states in accessibility and availability of safe drinking water supply. Nearly 90% of the total population gets safe drinking water. Projects districts are also richly endowed by groundwater and surface water resources. Groundwater is primarily used for drinking and domestic purposes in the project influence area. 41

4.4.2.2 Transportation 115. Madhya Pradesh is poorly served with transport and communication facilities. State has about 21 km of roads per 100 sq. km, as amongst an all India average of 62 km per sq. km. The road network is deficient both in the quantum network connectivity as well as in riding quality of the roads, mainly the state highways, district roads and village roads. 116. The main railroads that pass through the state were originally laid down to connect the ports of Chennai, Mumbai and Kolkota with their surrounding areas. Important railway junctions include Bhopal, Ratlam, Khandwa, Itarsi and Katni. Major airports connecting the states with other part of the country are at Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Rewa and Khajuraho, as well as several national highways. 4.4.2.3 Power Sources and Availability 117. The state is well endowed with potential hydroelectric power. Main hydroelectric projects (jointly developed with other states) are the Babanthadi with Maharashtra, the Ban Sagar with Bihar and uttar Pradesh, the Chambal Valley with Rajasthan, Narmada Sagar with Gujrat and Rajasthan, and Rajghat and Urmil with Uttar Pradesh. The Hasdeo Bango, Bargi, and Birsinghapur thermal power projects are also within the state. 118. Installed power capacity of Madhya Pradesh is 6305MW, of which 2990MW is produced from state’s own projects, 1599MW from joint- venture projects and 1716MW from the central sector allocation. Per capita electricity consumption in the state is 270Kwh. About 97.43% villages in the state have been electrified. Social and Cultural Resources. 4.5. Social and Cultural Resources 4.5.1. Population and Communities 119. Madhya Pradesh is a landlocked state in the central part of the country with a population of 60.3 million with more than 74% of the population living in the rural areas. The population density of the .state is 196 persons/km2 in compare to 325 persons/km2 of India. Sex ratio of the state is 920 against the 933 in the country. 120. According to the census 2001, the state of Madhya Pradesh and India have following facts on Population (Table 4.15)

Table 4.15 : Demographic Profile of the State and the country S. No. Feature Madhya Pradesh India 1 Geographical Area (sq. km) 308824 3287240 2 Total Population 60385118 1028737436 3 Male population 31456873 532223090 4 Female population 28928245 496514346 5 Rural Population 44282528 742490639 6 Urban Population 16102590 286119689 7 Density 196 325 8 Sex ratio (female/1000 male) 920 933

S. No. Feature Madhya Pradesh India 9 Literacy (%) 64.08 64.8 Source: Census Data, Census of India, 2001

121. The project road is passing through two districts of Madhya Pradesh. 95% of the total project road is coming in Satna district. Only one village Badera is coming in Katni district. These villages are listed in Table 4.16.

Table 4.16 : List of villages in the project road

Name Chainage Of Start Chainage Of End Amarpatan 0.000 1.300 Nandantola 2.000 2.600 Itma Kothar 4.000 5.700 Kirahi 6.300 7.900 Gorsari 15.000 15.700 Devri 15.700 16.200 Madwar 18.300 19.500 Devra 22.800 23.200 Khara 25.700 26.700 Bara 28.300 28.500 Joba 29.400 30.700 Gauraiya 32.500 33.600 Jhajbhari 34.800 35.200 Riwara 37.800 38.200 Latagaon 41.200 43.700 Badera 46.600 46.900 Source: DPR 122. The total number of households in the villages of the project road is 6445 with a total population of 35147. Out of these, about 67% is general. The SC & ST population accounts for about 9 and 18% of the total population respectively as shown in Figure 4.4 The figure also reveals that the gender ratio among SC/ST population is almost the same.

3100 11.94% 3050 3000 M F 2950 12.70% 2900 GEN 2850 2800 SC 2750 ST 2700 Population (Nos) 2650 2600 2550 75.36% SC ST

Source: Census of India, 2001 Figure 4.4 : Demographic Status of the Project Section 4.5.2. Literacy 123. The overall literacy rate of Madhya Pradesh is 64.1%, which is almost equivalent to the countries literacy rate (64.8%). The area in project road 43

have total literacy rate of 53.92%. The population of literate male (61.37%) is comparatively higher than female as shown in Figure 4.5.

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Figure 4.5 : Literacy rate along the project section 4.5.3. Occupational Status 124. In the villages of the project road 36.76% of the total population comprise the workforce of the project area.65.1 % comprise the male working class population. Marginal working population of villages of the project road is 11.51% with 58.68% represented by female population. Maximum percentage of the main workers is other than agriculture, casual and households. The total other labour comprise of 68% of the total working class population. Agriculture workers dominate the marginal working population with 61% as shown in Figure 4.6

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Figure 4.6 : Occupational status Along the Alignment 4.5.4. Current use of lands and resources for traditional purposes by Indigenous Peoples 125. Tribal population in the project area is very low (6% in the project area). Those living, are in the mainstream of the society and do not depend on forest and its resources for any purpose. There is a stretches of 6km in the project road passing through the reserve forest. But apart from fuel wood, no other dependency of the tribal population is observed in the project road area. 4.5.5. Structures or sites of historical, archaeological, paleontological, or architectural significance 126. There is no such site of significance either impacted or in the close vicinity of the project area. 4.5.5.1 Areas of Eco-Sensitivity/Protected Area/Restricted Area legislative and others 127. The project road is passing through protected forest area for a stretch of 5.8 km.

5. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND ITS MITIGATION MEASURES 128. Environmental impacts have been assessed considering present environmental setting of the project area, nature, and extent of the proposed activities. Suitable approach and qualitative and quantitative techniques were used to ascertain likely direct and indirect impacts during design, construction and operation stages of the project. Impacts are classified as being insignificant, minor, moderate and major. The mitigation measures have been presented along with the impacts. . 129. During the field study, a number of informal consultations were held with people in the locality including those presently living along the various stretches of the sub project corridor. Some NGOs working in the areas were also contacted. Discussions were held with various concerned Government authorities like with Forests Departments, pollution control boards, State environmental impact assessment authority. Outcome of these consultations is referred for environmental impact assessment and designing of mitigative measures. 5.1. Impact on Physical Environment 5.1.1. Climate Design and Construction Phase 130. Project will have no impact on climate of the area. The subproject may have minor impact on weather conditions of the area due to cutting of the 166 trees. Mitigation Measures 131. All efforts are made to minimise the cutting the trees through suitable design modifications. Supervision consultants will further ensure minimal cutting of the trees during the construction stage. The compensatory afforestation shall be made on the basis of 1:7. The plantations shall begin with start of construction. The survival of plantation will be ensured, even if they are planted through concerned forest department. Tree of native variety only will be planted. In addition to above plantation, additional trees shall be planted through village Panchayats to improve microclimatic conditions of the area. Operation Stage 132. The sub-project road is located in vast open agricultural land which will provide adequate dispersion of gaseous emission from vehicle. Further, extensive plantation will ameliorate/enhance the micro-climate. It also has associated benefits with respect to Green House Gas (GHG) emission reduction. The GHG emission reduction is anticipated due to improved road conditions and better connectivity. The GHG reduction is anticipated due to reduced idling of vehicle and reduced travel time due to better road condition.

Mitigation Measures 133. It is proposed that MPRDC may initiate study to assess the GHG emission reduction and reap the economic benefits from road improvement projects including higher tree plantation. 5.1.2. Natural Hazard 134. Earthquake: The sub project roads lies in seismic zone II/III as per classification by Bureau of Indian Standards. This means lower to medium seismic intensity. Mitigation Measures 135. All subproject structures shall be designed with consideration of above seismicity.

5.1.3. Air Quality Design and Construction Phase 136. The potential sources of air emission during the construction phase of the project are: (i) dust from earth works (during site preparation), (ii) emissions from the operation of construction equipment and machines, (iii) fugitive emissions from vehicles plying on the road, (iv) fugitive emissions during the transport of construction materials, (v) air emissions other than dust arise from combustion of hydrocarbons particularly from the hot mix plants, and (vi) localised increased traffic congestion in construction areas. Most of the emissions will be in the form of coarse particulate matter which will settle down in close vicinity of construction site. Hot mix plant will generate carbon monoxide (CO), un-burnt hydrocarbon (HC), sulphur dioxide (SO2), particulate matters (PM), and nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions. This may affect the air quality of nearby areas, especially, due to emission discharge from low height of the stack. However, this will be a temporary phase and hence, no significant impact is envisaged. 137. The stone aggregate will be sourced from licensed quarries. No new quarries shall be opened for the project. The pollution related aspects to these quarries are independently complied by the quarry owner. Mitigation Measures 138. Road pavement design should be such that tyre friction due to vehicle movement will be reduced. Vehicles delivering loose and fine materials like sand and aggregates shall be covered. Dust suppression measures like water sprinkling, water fogging shall be applied in all dust prone locations such as unpaved haulage roads5, earthworks, stockpiles and asphalt mixing plant areas. PPE shall be provided to the construction workers to minimise inhalation of respirable suspended particulate matter. 139. Mixing plants and asphalt (hot mix) plants shall be located at least 1 km away and in downwind direction of the human settlements. Material storage areas shall also be located downwind of the habitation area.

5 Water suppression of fugitive dust can reduce emissions from 12% to 98% 47

Contractor shall obtain consent to establish and operate from concerned State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) before its use for the project road. Hot mix plant shall be fitted with stack of adequate height (30 m) or as may be prescribed by SPCB to ensure enough dispersion of exit gases. Diesel Generating (DG) sets shall also be fitted with stack of adequate height. Low sulphur diesel shall be used in DG sets and other construction machineries. Construction vehicles and machineries shall be periodically maintained. LPG should be used as fuel source in construction camps instead of wood, wherever possible. 140. Air quality monitoring shall be carried out during construction phase. Suitable pollution control measures shall be adopted if monitored parameters are found above the prescribed limit. 141. The aggregate will be transported in the covered quarries through existing national and state highways. Operation Phase 142. The bad road conditions and settlement areas due to which traffic congestion occurs are the main causes of the air and noise pollution at present. The improved road conditions will result in the improved ambient air quality. Since traffic is projected to increase with improved roads and better connectivity, the impact will remain more or less same. Since subproject road is largely traversing through vast open agriculture areas, which provides adequate dispersion to gaseous pollutants generated from vehicles. Mitigation Measures 143. It is proposed to maintain the road conditions including shoulders and embankment turfing. Trees shall be planted close to sensitive locations such as hospital, school boundaries and near religious places. 144. Awareness boards for safe and fuel efficient driving shall be fixed at major intersections and habited locations. 5.1.4. Noise Design and Construction Phase 145. Ambient noise level may increase temporarily in the close vicinity of various construction activities, maintenance workshops and vehicles and earthmoving equipment. These construction activities are expected to produce noise levels in the range of 80 – 95 dB(A) (at a distance of about 5 m from the source). Although this level of noise is higher than the permissible limit for ambient noise level for residential/commercial levels but will occur only intermittently and temporary. This noise level will attenuate fast with increase in distance from noise source. Impact due to noise during construction activities will be minimal to inhabitants since most of the built-up areas are located at safer distance from the road. However, there are few noise sensitive locations especially schools close to the alignment (Table 5.1)

Table 5.1 : Noise- Sensitive Locations along the Alignment

Distance Chainage Side S. No Village Feature from the (km) (L/R) Road (m) 1 0.2 Amarpatan Temple Right 10 2 0.9 Amarpatan Temple Right 12 3 6.2 Kirahi Temple Right 15 Protect 4 7.9 – 13.7 After Kirahi ed Both 10 Forest 5 11 Gorsari Temple Left 12 6 13.8 Gorsari Temple Left 10 7 15.8 Devri Temple Right 11 8 19.4 Devri Temple Left 12 9 22.8 Devra Temple Right 12 10 25.9 Khera Temple Right 10 11 32.9 Gauraiya Temple Left 15 12 34.9 Jajhbari School Right 25 13 35 Jajhbari Temple Right 10 14 42.2 Lategaon Temple Right 12 46.8 Badera Temple Left 10 Source: DPR and Strip Mapping Mitigation Measures 146. Vehicles and equipments should be fitted with silencers and maintained regularly. The workers shall be provided with personal protection devices such as earplugs and earmuffs. Tree plantation shall be started along with the construction activities. Noise and vibration monitoring shall be carried out as per the suggested monitoring plan. The construction equipments/machinery (stationary) shall be placed away from habitat /sensitive areas. Operation Phase 147. During the operational phase, movement of traffic will be the prime source of noise. Traffic congestion and pedestrian interferences increase the use of horns. This may result in increased noise levels at commercial areas, nearby schools and religious places. Mitigation Measures 148. Effective traffic management and good riding conditions shall be maintained to reduce the noise level throughout the stretch and speed limitation and honking restrictions may be enforced near sensitive locations especially at Amarpatan (Ch. 1.0), Nandantola (Ch. 2.0), Gorsari (Ch. 15.0), Joba (Ch. 29.4) and Lategaon (Ch. 41.2). Multilayer trees shall be planted close to the sensitive locations. 5.1.5. Impact on Land and Soil 5.1.5.1 Loss of Productive Soil and Change in Land use Design and Construction Phase 149. No land use will change due to the project since required ROW is available throughout the alignment. Land use though will change 49

temporarily of construction camp areas and for the period of construction. This will also result in loss of soil productivity. 150. Land use may also change due to borrowing the earth. Land will also loose its productivity if top soil is not preserved. Mitigation Measures 151. It shall be ensured that the land taken on lease for access road and construction camp is restored back to its original land use before handing it over back to land owner. 152. The top soil from the productive land (borrow areas, road widening areas etc.) shall be preserved and reused for plantation purposes. It shall also be used as top cover of embankment slope for growing vegetation to protect soil erosion. Operation Phase 153. The better access can lead to conversion of agriculture land for residential and commercial purposes close to roads and especially in rural and urban area. This may result in loss of productive land and agricultural produce. Mitigation Measures 154. The EA may explore the feasibility of restricting about 50 m area either side of the road as no development zone on the line restriction are imposed for National Highways in India. 5.1.5.2 Soil Erosion Design and Construction Phase 155. Soil erosion may take place along steep and uncompacted embankment slope, and wherever vegetation is cleared. Soil erosion may have cumulative effect viz. embankment damage, drainage problem etc. Loss of soil due to run off from earth stock-piles may also lead to siltation. The intensity of soil erosion at different locations will be influenced by the lithology, topography, soil type and climatic condition (mainly rainfall) and drainage pattern. Mitigation Measures 156. Bank protection measures shall be taken at erosion prone areas. The protection measures may include use of geo-textiles matting. Provision of side drain shall be made to guide the water to natural outfalls. Stone pitching shall be carried out wherever necessary. When soil is spread on slopes for permanent disposal, it shall be buttressed at the toe by retaining walls. Side slopes of the embankment shall not be steeper than 2H:1V. Turfing/bio-turfing of embankment and slopes shall be done along the stretch. IRC: 56 -1974 recommended practice for treatment of embankment slopes for erosion control shall be taken into consideration. Soil erosion shall be visually checked on slopes and high embankment areas. In case soil erosion is found, suitable measures shall be taken to control the soil erosion.

157. Though terrain is flat all through the stretch, except at few locations where it is rolling terrain. Therefore, all steep cuts shall be flattened and benched. Retaining wall on both sides shall be provided. Shrubs shall be planted in loose soil area. Operation Phase 158. Soil of steep slopes of embankment and near bridge approaches may erode the embankment formation due to unexpected rainfall. Soil erosion condition may arise if borrow areas are not stabilized/restored properly. Regular visual checking of effectiveness of soil erosion measures (turfing, stone pitching, etc.) shall form part of the environmental monitoring during project operation. Regular monitoring of side drains and cross drainage structures will also be carried out to check any drainage blockade situation. 5.1.5.3 Borrow Areas and Quarries Design and Construction Phase 159. The project area is generally having a flat terrain. Farmers were ready to provide earth from their field up to certain depth on adequate compensation based on agreements between them and the respective contractor. 160. Borrow areas if left un-rehabilitated may pose risk to people, particularly children and animals of accidentally falling into it as well as become potential breeding ground for mosquitoes and vector born disease. 161. Illegal quarrying may lead to unstable soil condition; destroy the landscape of the terrain, air and noise pollution. Opening of new quarries is not envisaged due to the proposed project. Quarry material will be sourced from existing nearby quarries. Mitigation Measures 162. It is recommended that borrowing from agricultural land shall be minimised to the extent possible. Further, no earth shall be borrowed from already low lying areas. 163. Borrow pits shall be selected from barren land/wasteland to the extent possible. Borrow areas should not be located on cultivable lands except in the situations where land owners desires to level the land. The top soil shall be preserved and depth shall be restricted to the desired level. Borrow areas should be excavated as per the intended end use by the owner. The Indian Road Congress (IRC):10-1961 guideline should be used for selection of borrow pits and amount that can be borrowed 164. The depths in borrow pits should be so regulated that the sides are not be steeper than 25%. To the extent possible, borrow areas shall be sited away from habited areas. Borrow areas shall be levelled with salvaged material or other filling materials which do not pose contamination of soil. Else, it shall be converted into intended use as per the requirement of land owner/community. The borrow area shall be located/ rehabilitated as per the guidelines given at Appendix 5.1 5.1.5.4 Compaction and Contamination of Soil 51

Design and Construction Phase 165. Soil in the adjoining productive lands beyond the ROW, haulage roads, and construction camp area may be compacted due to movement of construction vehicles, machineries, equipments and due to siting of construction camps and workshops. 166. Soil may get contaminated due to inappropriate disposal of liquid waste, (lubricating oil and fuel spills, waste oil and lubricant and vehicle/equipment washing effluent) and solid waste (fuel filters, oily rags) likely to be generated from repair and maintenance of transport vehicles, construction equipment and machinery. Soil may get contaminated due to inappropriate disposal of domestic solid waste and sewage from construction camps. Mitigation Measures 167. To prevent soil compaction in the adjoining productive lands beyond the ROW, the movement of construction vehicles, machinery and equipment shall be restricted to the designated haulage route. The productive land shall be reclaimed after construction activity. Septic tank or mobile toilets fitted with anaerobic treatment facility shall be provided at construction camp. Domestic solid waste at construction camp shall be segregated into bio-degradable and non-biodegradable waste. The non- biodegradable and recyclable waste shall be sold off. Efforts shall be made that bio-degradable waste shall be composted in the mechanised and movable composter by the contractor. Non biodegradable and non saleable waste shall be disposed off to authorised land fill site. If land fill site not available then burial of the waste in a secured manner shall be ensured. 168. Fuel and lubricants shall be stored at the predefined storage location. The storage area shall be paved with gentle slope to a corner and connected with a chamber to collect any spills of the oils. All efforts shall be made to minimise the waste generation. Unavoidable waste shall be stored at the designated place prior to disposal. To avoid soil contamination at the wash-down and re-fuelling areas, “oil interceptors” shall be provided. Oil and grease spill and oil soaked materials are to be collected and stored in labelled containers (Labelled: WASTE OIL; and hazardous sign be displayed) and sold off to SPCB/ MoEF authorized re-refiners. Operation Stage 169. No impact on soil is anticipated during operation phase of the project except along slope lying areas and near bridge approaches where unexpected rainfall may erode the embankment formation and deterioration of borrow areas if not rehabilitated properly. Mitigation measures 170. Erosion prone areas shall be visually checked periodically for any erosion and appropriate corrective action shall be taken if any erosion is identified. 5.1.6. Groundwater Design and Construction Stage

171. Water will be mainly required for compaction of formation and domestic purposes in the workers camp. These requirements will be mainly sourced from groundwater (approximately 700 KL per day). Also, the depth to water table in some part is depleting annually. Any uncontrolled abstraction can further deteriorate the situation. Contamination of groundwater is not envisaged since all construction camps will have septic tanks or mobile toilets depending on the number of workers in each camp. Mitigation Measures 172. Requisite permission shall be obtained for abstraction of groundwater from State Ground Water Board/Central Ground Water Authority. 173. The contractor shall make arrangements for water required during construction in such a way that the water availability and supply to nearby communities remains unaffected depending on site specific conditions. 174. Water intensive activities shall not be undertaken during summer period to the extent feasible. 175. Provision shall be made to link side drains with the nearby ponds for facilitating water harvesting. Where ponds are not available, the water harvesting pits shall be constructed as per the requirement and rainfall intensity. Operation Stage 176. No impact is anticipated on groundwater due to the project during operation phase, hence, no specific mitigation is proposed. 5.1.7. Siltation and Surface Water Quality of Rivers and Other Water Bodies Design and Construction Stage 177. There are no rivers crossing the project section. Hence, no impact is envisaged on surface water bodies in the project section except on few drains which remain dry up during non-monsoon period. Minimal impacts are anticipated on new water harvesting ponds that maybe formed from borrow areas. Mitigation Measure 178. Since water bodies are not impacted due to the project, no specific mitigative measures are proposed. However, as enhancement measures, the borrow areas can be converted into water harvesting ponds with the concurrence of the land owners. 5.1.8. Hydrology and Drainage Design and Construction Stage 179. The activities involved with proposed road development will be carried out along with existing alignment. Existing cross drainage structures are only to be improved. Diversion of water channels during rehabilitation of cross drainage structures is not envisaged. Mitigation Measures 53

180. Elaborate drainage system shall be provided to drain the storm water from the roadway and embankment and to ensure minimum disturbance to natural drainage of surface and subsurface water of the area. The design of drainage system such as surface and sub-surface drainage shall be carried out as per IRC: SP: 42 and IRC: SP: 50. Surface runoff from the main highway, embankment slopes and the service roads shall be discharged through longitudinal drains, designed for adequate cross section, bed slopes, invert levels and the outfalls. If necessary, the walls of the drains shall be designed to retain the adjoining earth. IRC: 34- 1970: Recommendations for road construction in waterlogged area and IRC: 75 and MOSRTH guidelines for Design of High Embankments shall be referred. 181. Provision of additional cross drainage structure shall be made in the areas where nearby land is sloping towards road alignment in both the both sides. Operation Stage 182. Water accumulation incidence may occur due to inadequate availability of cross drainage structure or clogging of cross drainage structures. Mitigation Measures 183. Regular removal/cleaning of deposited silt shall be done from drainage channels and outlet points before the monsoon season. Rejuvenation of the drainage system by removing encroachments/ congestions will be regularly conducted. 5.2. Impact on Biological Environment 5.2.1. Terrestrial Ecology 184. The project section Karahi-Gorsari passes through reserve forests areas. Although there are 1150 trees within 20 m of the existing road. However, efforts are being made to minimise the tree loss. About, 166 trees are likely to be cut due to the proposed road improvement work. The Chainage-wise list of affected trees along the project road is given in Table 5.2.

Table 5.2 : Tree along Project Road (within 20 m width)

S. No. Chainage Name Location Dia. 1. 0.570 Kadam L/S 1.00 2. 0.836 Neem L/S 0.60 3. 1.216 Neem L/S 0.95 4. 1.417 Neem L/S 0.65 5. 1.614 Sheesham L/S 0.65 6. 2.337 Mango L/S 1.20 7. 2.352 Neem L/S 1.90 8. 2.410 Kahua L/S 1.10 9. 2.425 Kahua L/S 1.20 10. 2.455 Kahua L/S 0.85 11. 2.471 Kahua L/S 0.75 12. 2.486 Mahua L/S 1.30 13. 2.578 Mango L/S 0.95 14. 2.584 Mango L/S 0.35

S. No. Chainage Name Location Dia. 15. 2.591 Kahua L/S 0.40 16. 2.608 Sheesham L/S 0.45 17. 2.636 Mango L/S 1.25 18. 2.651 Mango L/S 1.30 19. 2.666 Kahua L/S 1.25 20. 2.695 Kahua L/S 1.00 21. 2.723 Imli L/S 0.95 22. 2.750 Imli L/S 0.95 23. 2.767 Jamun L/S 0.98 24. 2.793 Jamun L/S 0.97 25. 2.853 Mango L/S 1.50 26. 2.911 Mango L/S 1.20 27. 2.925 Mango L/S 1.00 28. 2.938 Neem L/S 0.80 29. 2.981 Kahua L/S 2.30 30. 2.996 Kahua L/S 1.40 31. 3.037 Kahua L/S 1.30 32. 3.065 Kahua L/S 0.80 33. 3.127 Mango L/S 0.55 34. 3.150 Kahua L/S 1.30 35. 3.177 Mango L/S 0.60 36. 3.184 Jamun L/S 0.40 37. 3.204 Mango L/S 0.45 38. 3.218 Kahua L/S 0.80 39. 3.231 Kahua L/S 0.95 40. 3.239 Kahua L/S 1.00 41. 3.246 Mango L/S 0.50 42. 3.273 Mango L/S 0.45 43. 3.281 Kahua L/S 1.20 44. 3.312 Mango L/S 0.80 45. 3.325 Mango L/S 0.95 46. 3.342 Mango L/S 1.00 47. 3.350 Kahua L/S 1.20 48. 3.438 Kahua L/S 0.85 49. 3.458 Mango L/S 0.95 50. 3.500 Mango L/S 0.85 51. 3.547 Kahua L/S 0.20 52. 3.549 Imli L/S 0.80 53. 3.561 Neem L/S 0.95 54. 3.573 Imli L/S 0.95 55. 3.587 Kahua L/S 0.65 56. 3.598 Kahua L/S 0.70 57. 3.608 Mango L/S 0.95 58. 3.620 Imli L/S 1.50 59. 3.631 Mango L/S 1.00 60. 3.644 Mango L/S 0.95 61. 3.650 Neem L/S 0.80 62. 3.659 Imli L/S 0.98 63. 3.667 Kahua L/S 0.90 64. 3.672 Neem L/S 0.95 65. 3.681 Mango L/S 0.45 66. 3.688 Kahua L/S 1.25 67. 3.696 Mango L/S 0.75 68. 3.705 Neem L/S 0.40 69. 3.716 Neem L/S 0.45 70. 3.726 Mango L/S 0.98 71. 3.766 Sheesham L/S 1.00 72. 3.780 Neem L/S 0.95 55

S. No. Chainage Name Location Dia. 73. 3.794 Sheesham L/S 1.25 74. 3.898 Kahua L/S 0.25 75. 3.905 Mango L/S 0.95 76. 3.941 Kahua L/S 1.10 77. 4.271 Kahua L/S 0.78 78. 4.307 Mango L/S 0.85 79. 4.318 Kahua L/S 1.00 80. 4.329 Mango L/S 0.95 81. 4.341 Mango L/S 0.75 82. 4.355 Kahua L/S 0.65 83. 4.361 Kahua L/S 0.70 84. 4.397 Mango L/S 0.60 85. 4.419 Kahua L/S 0.45 86. 4.428 Jamun L/S 0.30 87. 4.439 Neem L/S 0.80 88. 4.449 Kahua L/S 0.45 89. 4.461 Kahua L/S 0.95 90. 4.473 Imli L/S 0.60 91. 4.483 Imli L/S 0.95 92. 4.499 Kahua L/S 0.60 93. 4.510 Kahua L/S 0.70 94. 4.521 Neem L/S 0.75 95. 4.531 Kahua L/S 0.70 96. 4.542 Kahua L/S 0.50 97. 4.552 Kahua L/S 0.80 98. 4.573 Jamun L/S 0.95 99. 4.584 Kahua L/S 0.95 100. 4.597 Kahua L/S 0.75 101. 4.617 Mango L/S 0.88 102. 4.621 Mango L/S 0.75 103. 4.675 Kahua L/S 1.00 104. 4.682 Jamun L/S 0.90 105. 4.695 Mango L/S 0.80 106. 4.703 Mango L/S 0.95 107. 4.712 Mango L/S 1.10 108. 4.722 Kahua L/S 0.70 109. 4.732 Kahua L/S 0.70 110. 4.740 Jamun L/S 0.85 111. 4.744 Mango L/S 1.00 112. 4.755 Mango L/S 0.95 113. 4.796 Mango L/S 0.95 114. 5.378 Mango L/S 0.95 115. 5.388 Mango L/S 0.98 116. 5.502 Mango L/S 0.80 117. 5.603 Mango L/S 0.95 118. 7.247 Mango L/S 2.30 119. 11.286 Chivla L/S 0.35 120. 11.390 Chiwla L/S 0.25 121. 13.598 Other L/S 0.75 122. 13.722 Other L/S 0.60 123. 16.162 Pipal L/S 1.80 124. 17.245 Mahua L/S 0.75 125. 17.410 Mahua L/S 0.95 126. 18.170 Mango L/S 0.65 127. 18.180 Mango L/S 0.60 128. 18.185 Mango L/S 0.77 129. 18.208 Mango L/S 0.70 130. 19.119 Mahua L/S 0.45

S. No. Chainage Name Location Dia. 131. 19.245 Mahua L/S 0.55 132. 28.505 Neem L/S 0.15 133. 35.130 Imli L/S 1.25 134. 35.135 Imli L/S 1.70 135. 35.145 Imli L/S 1.80 136. 41.355 Barh L/S 2.30 137. 43.507 Mango L/S 0.57 138. 1.534 Sheesham R/S 0.95 139. 1.773 Kahua R/S 0.95 140. 2.046 Kahua R/S 1.25 141. 2.441 Kahua R/S 1.00 142. 3.050 Kahua R/S 0.65 143. 3.824 Sheesham R/S 0.66 144. 4.655 Kahua R/S 0.80 145. 4.667 Jamun R/S 0.75 146. 4.682 Jamun R/S 0.80 147. 11.350 Chiwla R/S 0.40 148. 11.467 Chiwla R/S 0.25 149. 11.817 Mango R/S 0.45 150. 13.697 Other R/S 0.35 151. 15.750 Mango R/S 0.40 152. 15.815 Liptis R/S 16.54 153. 17.188 Mahua R/S 1.00 154. 17.280 Mahua R/S 2.20 155. 17.905 Mahua R/S 0.30 156. 20.030 Mahua R/S 1.25 157. 30.247 Neem R/S 0.10 158. 33.605 Mango R/S 0.65 159. 39.250 Other R/S 0.25 160. 39.658 Mango R/S 0.20 161. 42.840 Neem R/S 0.30 162. 43.095 Mango R/S 0.55 163. 44.547 Mango R/S 0.60 164. 44.955 Chiwla R/S 0.25 165. 45.220 Barh R/S 0.30 166. 46.312 Mango R/S 0.70 Source: DPR and Strip Mapping 185. The impact and mitigation due to tree cutting has been discussed in following paragraphs. Design and Construction Stage 186. One month before the construction starts, clearing and grubbing will be performed by the contractor. All trees within the ROW with 300 mm diameter at 1 m above the ground will be cut, including the removal of stumps. All stumps and roots of trees of girth more than 33 mm at above 1 m from the ground level will be culled. 187. Out of the 1150 trees present in the 20 m road section, only 166 trees are likely to be affected due to the project. Most of the roadside trees are non- fruit bearing in nature. The cutting of trees will have minor to negligible impact on local environment. Moreover, this will be temporary since large number of trees have been planned to be planted on both sides of the road. This will improve the local climatic conditions in long term. Mitigation Measures 57

188. Requisite permission from forest department shall be obtained for cutting of roadside trees. 189. The project envisages plantation of approximately 1197 trees along both sides of road as per IRC SP: 21 specifications as part of compensatory plantation on 1:7 basis replacement rates. Besides, additional plantation shall be done on river banks near bridge sites to enhance the aesthetics and check soil erosion. All tree plantations will be carried out in close consultation with forest department. 190. A range of 10-15 m centre-to-centre is recommended for spacing of trees (parallel to the road). Setback distance of trees in different situations shall be based on IRC: SP: 21 and IRC: 66. The distance between the kerb, if any, and the nearest edge of tree trunk shall be at least 2 m. The plantation in median shall comprise shrubs whose height would normally not exceed 1-1.5 m and shall be as per IRC SP: 21. 191. For safe traffic operation, vertical clearance between the crown of the carriageway and lowest part of overhang of the tree available across the roadway shall conform to the standards laid down in IRC: SP: 21. The pit size, fencing, watering, and manuring requirements shall also conform to the above standard. Planting shall be such that it does not obstruct the visibility of traffic from any side and shall be pleasing in appearance. Operation Stage 192. Positive impacts on terrestrial ecology are expected during the project operation due to the increase in vegetation and landscaping along the state highway. The Project will coordinate with the local communities to maintain and enhance the trees planted along the state road. ”No adverse impact is anticipated during operation stage except accidental damages or absence of proper tree management“. 193. No direct impact is anticipated during operation stage except accidental damages or absence of proper tree management. Mitigation Measures 194. Arrangement shall be made to ensure survivability of the tree plantation. The Social Forest Department or Divisional Forest Offices shall be consulted or involved in this programme. The tree survivability audit shall also be conducted at least once in a year to assess the effectiveness of the programme. 5.2.2. Aquatic Ecology Design and Construction Stage 195. There are no water bodies in the project area. Mitigation Measures 196. Since there are no water-bodies in the area no specific mitigation measures are proposed. Operation Stage

197. No impact is envisaged during operation phase of the project and hence no mitigation proposed. However, periodic surveillance shall be conducted to check erosion and siltation in major water bodies. 5.2.3. Fauna Design and Construction Stage 198. Movement of herbivores like Cattle, Goats, Cows, Chital and Blue Bull have been observed in the surrounding agriculture fields near Bara and Joba village sections (Ch. 28.3- 30.7). Mitigation measures 199. Disturbance to these animals will be avoided to the extent possible by restricting the activity during 6 am to 6 pm. No food and waste littering will be ensured to disturb their natural habitat. 200. All precautions will be taken to minimise noise and other human activity in these areas. Operation Stage 201. Due to movement of herbivores like Cattle, Goats, Cows, Black Bug, Chital and Blue Bull have been observed in the surrounding agriculture fields near Bara and Joba village sections (Ch. 28.3- 30.7). Mitigation measures 202. A box culvert of 2.5 m height will be provided especially near forest areas (Ch. 7.90 – 13.7) for safe passage of animals. 203. Fencing wherever cattle movement is expected. To avoid the need for cattle underpasses, some of the proposed culverts `near habitations may be widened to facilitate cattle movement 5.3. Management of Construction Debris/Waste 204. Quarry dust and unused iron bars or damaged support structures constitute significant wastes. Mitigation for solid waste from construction camp has been given in construction camp section. Mitigation measures 205. All excavated materials from roadway, shoulders, verges, drains, cross drainage and the like will be used for backfilling embankments, filling pits, and landscaping. 206. Unusable debris material should be suitably disposed off at pre- designated disposal locations, with approval of the concerned authority. The bituminous wastes shall be disposed in secure landfill sites only in environmentally accepted manner. For removal of debris, wastes and its disposal MOSRTH guidelines should be followed. The locations of dumping sites should be selected with following considerations. 207. Unproductive/wastelands shall be selected with the consent of villagers and Panchayat. The dumping site should be of adequate capacity. It should be located at least 1000 m away from the residential areas. 59

208. Dumping sites should be away from water bodies to prevent any contamination of these bodies 5.4. Socio-Economic Impact 209. Assessment of project impact on socio-economic conditions point to the conclusions that positive benefits are many fold compared to its adverse impact. 5.4.1. Positive Impacts 210. Road-side economic activities will increase due to increased number of vehicle using the road. Economic activities supporting transport like gasoline stations, automotive repair shops, lodging, and restaurants are expected to increase. Increase agro-industrial activities are also expected to take advantage of improved access to urban centres where there are higher demands and better prices for agricultural products. Other generic benefits of such projects are (i) Reduction in travel time (ii) better mode and frequency of transport (iii) access to quality heath care facilities, educational and other infrastructural facilities (iv) enhanced tourism activities in the area and state which in many terms will boost the local economy (v) better investment climate for industries creating more employment opportunities to local people. 5.4.2. Anticipated Negative Impacts 211. Minor losses like problems in accessibility and community linkage, health and safety during and after construction, and temporary change in demographic configuration are mitigable with minor to negligible residual impacts. 5.4.2.1 Impacts due to Construction Camp and Immigration of Workers 212. Poor siting and improper management of construction camp may lead to several adverse impacts on environment viz. (i) loss of vegetation due to use of wood as fuel source for cooking (ii) deterioration in nearby surface water bodies’ quality (iii) compaction and contamination of soil due to uncontrolled disposal of solid waste (iv) Poor sanitation may result to transmission of communicable diseases among the workers and the host communities. This include the possible spread of sexually transmitted disease, diseases from improper handling and supply of foodstuffs, poor water supply, insect-borne diseases, and alcoholic and drug. Mitigation measures 213. Construction camp shall be sited at such locations so as to utilise the existing infrastructure. No productive land should be utilised for construction camp. All sites must be graded, ditched and rendered free from depressions to avoid water stagnation and necessary provisions for adequate drainage must be made. Accommodation and ancillary facilities including recreational facility for workers shall be erected and maintained to standards and scales approved by the resident engineer. All camps should maintain minimum distance of 500 m from habitation and water bodies.

214. All construction camps shall be provided with sanitary latrines and urinals with provision of septic tanks attached with soak pits. Storm water drains shall be provided for the flow of used water outside the camp. Drains and ditches shall be treated with bleaching powder on a regular basis. Garbage bins must be provided in the camp and regularly emptied and disposed off in a hygienic manner. The possibility of using LPG cylinders as fuel source for cooking to avoid any tree cutting should be explored. 215. At every workplace, the contactor will ensure, in collaboration with local health authorities that a readily available first-aid unit including an adequate supply of sterilized dressing materials and appliances shall be provided.. Suitable transport shall be provided to approach the nearest hospital. At every workplace an ambulance containing the prescribed equipment and nursing staff shall be provided. 216. The contractor will ensure the good health and hygiene of all workers to prevent sickness and epidemics. These include the HIV/AIDS prevention program to reduce the risk and transfer of HIV virus between and among the workers and community, promote early diagnosis and assist affected individuals. Activities under the program include monthly information, education, and consultation communication campaigns to workers, drivers, delivery crew, and communities on the risk, dangers, and impacts of STD and HIV/AIDS. 217. The contractor will ensure that sufficient supply of suitable and hygienically prepared food at reasonable price is available to the workers. 218. The contractor will provide adequate and safe water supply for the use of the workers. 219. The contractor will ensure that all precautions to protect the workers from insect and pest to reduce the risk to health. This includes the use of insecticides which should comply with local regulations. 220. No alcoholic liquor or prohibited drugs will be imported to, sell, give, and barter to the workers of host community. 221. Migrant workers may be the potential carriers of various diseases. Local community may get exposed to the diseases carried by migrant workers. Regular health check-up and immunization camps shall also be organized for the workers and nearby population. 5.4.2.2 Safety of Construction Workers and Accident Risk to Local Community Design and Construction Stage 222. The following safety aspects viz. (i) safety of construction workers, (ii) safety of road users including pedestrians and cyclists (iii) safety to cattle; (iv) safety of local community (iv) unsafe/ hazardous traffic conditions due to construction vehicle movement need to be considered during design and construction stage and (v) conduct of safety audit. Mitigation measures 223. During the construction phase, contractors shall be required to adopt and maintain safe working practices. Internationally accepted and widely used safety procedures should be followed during (i) road works (ii) handling of 61

large construction equipment and machineries, (iii) handling of chemicals and hazardous materials and inflammable substances (iii) welding (iv) electrical works etc. A set of mitigation measures for construction workers have been provided in EMP matrix table. 224. Contractor shall arrange all PPEs for workers, first-aid and fire fighting equipments at construction sites. An emergency plan shall be prepared duly approved by engineer in charge to respond to any instance of safety hazard. The contractor will be required to appoint an Accident Prevention Officer (APO) who will conduct regular safety inspections at construction sites. The APO will have the authority to issue instructions and take protective measures to prevent accidents. 225. The partial control on access for the project road shall be achieved through measures like service road with physical separation for local traffic, intersections, acceleration/deceleration lanes, vehicular and pedestrian underpasses, median openings with shelter lane. 226. Grade separated intersections/junctions shall be provided at all major intersections in consistent to IRC: 92 227. Pedestrian/cyclist and cattle passageways shall be provided near identified locations. These facilities shall be planned in accordance with the relevant provisions contained in IRC-11, IRC-17 and IRC-103. The crossing facilities can be designed either in conjunction with grade intersections or through underpasses. 228. To avoid disruption of the existing traffic due to construction activities, comprehensive traffic management plan shall be drawn up by the concessionaire. Traffic in construction zones shall be managed as per the provisions of IRC SP 55. 229. After construction is completed in a particular zone, it shall be opened for normal operation. All diversions/access roads should be closed before start of normal operation. 230. Use of retro-reflectorized traffic signs, and cantilever/gantry types overhead signs, thermoplastic road marking paints, delineators, traffic cones, empty bitumen drums, barricades, and flagmen will be used to ensure traffic management and safety. Conduct of regular safety audit on safety measures adopted during construction. The audit will cover manpower and their safety, machinery, temporary works, equipment and vehicles, materials storage and handling, construction procedures, environment, site safety guidelines, and miscellaneous services. Operation phase 231. The provision of service roads, underpasses have been made in the road design for safe movement of people and animal across the roads. Important issues related with safety during operational phase are monitoring of emergencies and establishing procedures to carry out rescues during sudden disasters such as floods, fires especially near habited areas. Mitigation Measures 232. It is proposed to explore the feasibility of providing the following facilities:

o Highway patrol unit(s) for round the clock patrolling to provide assistance to the users in case of any need, monitor the travel conditions to provide information to the control section and to undertake immediate measures for managing the traffic flow in case of any incident.

o Phone booths for accident reporting and ambulance services with minimum response time for rescue of any accident victims.

o Tow-away facility for the break down vehicles. 233. MPRDC may also explore the possibility of coordination with operating agency of intersecting National Highways to have common facilities and share the costs as appropriate. 5.4.3. Obstruction and Disruption of Traffic Construction Phase 234. Disruption of access to infrastructure or social resource due to construction activity will cause nuisance and to a certain extent additional cost to the public in terms of longer travel period due to diversion or heavier traffic. It will also pose risk of accident to motorist at night if these blockages and disruption are not clearly demarcated. Mitigation Measures 235. The contractor will submit a Traffic Plan to the Project Engineer at least two weeks before the construction starts that will result to obstruction. The plan will include a drawing of temporary diversions and details of arrangement. . It will also include plan for transportation of raw materials like quarry, sand etc. A section of the Traffic Plan will be a Control Plan that details how the safety of the pedestrians and workers and delineation of the roadway at night. This plan will recommend for approval of safe and convenient temporary diversion of traffic during construction, design of barricades, delineators, signs, markings, lights, and flagmen, among others. 236. Paved shoulder will be provided on one side of the existing road by the contractor with the following minimum requirements: • At least one 3.5 m lane to remain to traffic at all times • The surface used by the through traffic will be firm bituminous compacted surface free of defect • The maximum continuous length over which construction under traffic may take place is limited to 750 meters. • Construction activity will be restricted to only one side of the existing road. 237. On stretches where it is not possible to pass the traffic on the part width of existing carriageway, temporary paved diversions will be constructed. These paved diversions will comply with standards on junctions and temporary cross drainage. 238. Transportation of quarry material to the construction sites through heavy vehicles shall be done through existing major roads to the extent 63

possible. This will restrict wear and tear to the village/minor roads. Small vehicles/un-motorised vehicle can also be used for its further transportation to the construction sites from temporary storage areas. 5.4.4. Transportation and Storage of Materials 239. The construction material primarily will consist off aggregate, sand, cement, bitumen, lubricating oil and fuel for vehicle and construction equipments. These will be stored temporarily at construction camps. Oils, fuels and chemicals will be stored on concreted platform with spill collection pits while cement will be stored under cover. All these temporary storage areas will be located at least 150 m away from the habitat areas. The likely impacts due to transportation and storage including fugitive emission have already been covered under different section above. 5.4.4.1 Impact on Land and Private Properties 240. The assessment made by the resettlement expert shall be referred for exact loss of private properties and measures to compensate such losses. Environmental screening of resettlement sites, if required for the project, shall be carried out. Besides monetary compensation for any loss of private trees, compensatory afforestation and extensive plantation has been incorporated in the EMP to have long-term environmental benefits. 241. Income restoration measures/livelihood options for vulnerable group/resource poor sections and other affected persons as recommended by social development/resettlement expert shall be implemented. 5.4.4.2 Impact on Common Property Resources 242. There are various types of community structures/ facilities/utilities along the proposed alignment. Geometric adjustments have been made to minimize the loss to any such facilities. Any such structures even falling within ROW but out of required formation width shall be saved. Alternate access has to be provided to these structures during construction stage. No community structures are likely to be dismantled/relocated. The impact on other community properties has been provided at Table 5.3.

Table 5.3 : Common Property Resources Along the Alignment

S. Chainage Distance from Village Features Side (L /R) No (km) the Road (m) 1 0 Amarpatan town Petrol pump Left 10 2 0.2 Amarpatan town Temple Right 10 3 0.9 Amarpatan town Temple Right 12 4 6.2 Kirahi village Temple Right 15 5 11 Gorsari Town Temple Left 12 6 13.7 Gorsari Town Forest Naka Left ROW 7 13.8 Gorsari Town Temple Left 10 8 15.8 Devri Village Temple Otla Right 11 9 19.4 Devri Village Temple Left 12 10 22.8 Devra village Temple Right 12

S. Chainage Distance from Village Features Side (L /R) No (km) the Road (m) 11 25.9 Khera village Temple Right 10 12 32.9 Gauraiya village Temple Left 15 13 34.9 Jajhbari village School Right 25 14 35 Jajhbari village Temple Right 10 15 42.2 Lategaon village Temple Right 12 16 46.8 Badera town Temple Left 10 Source: DPR and Strip Mapping

5.5. Cumulative and Induced Impact 243. Cumulative Impact: The area along the present road sections SH-13 is developing. The road already exists and proposed project will facilitate the pace of development. Some of the cumulative impacts will be deterioration in the air and noise quality especially at the congested locations like Amarpatan, Gorsari, Lategaon, Badera etc. due to increased traffic. The ancillary development activity due to the improved road conditions will further put pressure on agricultural lands and vegetated areas such as Kirahi, Devra, Khara, Joba, Riwara. However, these activities will be slow and impacts are expected to be minimal.. 244. The project is expected to improve long time water flooding, soil erosion conditions especially near Andhyari River and other rolling terrain areas due to additional culverts and over-toppings. The higher amount of compensatory afforestation (1:7) will increase the aesthetics along the ROW and help in bringing the positive impact on the sourroundings. The improved accessibility will also result in increased industrial and commercial developments especially near Amarpatan, Gorsari, Lategaon, Badera etc. The net impacts are expected to be more positive. 245. Induced Impact - The induced impact from the project will be mainly due to the related developmental activities and improved infrastructural development like building construction and commercial establishment. This is likely to result in net positive impact due to overall social development. 65

6. PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE 6.1. Consultation Method and Information Disclosed 246. Consultations were held during different stages of the preparation of IEE. To address the key environmental issues, consultations at various levels with local people and government departments were conducted to arrive at socially and technically accepted solutions. A comprehensive consultation with all stakeholders was conducted at the project section. 247. Stakeholder’s consultations were held with the intent to understand their concerns, apprehensions, overall opinion and solicit recommendations to improve project design. Informal meetings, interviews were organized covering the entire project stretch. The informal consultation generally started with explaining the sub projects, followed by an explanation to potential impacts. Participant’s views were gathered with regard to loss of agricultural land, effect on air and noise quality of the area due to traffic, water availability, accident and risk. 248. The discussions were designed to receive maximum inputs from the participants regarding their acceptability and environmental concerns arising out of the sub-project. They were given the brief outline of the project to which their opinion was sought. Suggestions were also sought for mitigating any potential adverse impact. 6.2. Compliance with Relevant Regulatory Requirements 249. In India, public consultation is mandatory in case of Category A and B1 category projects6 in select conditions. Being a category B project as per ADB Environmental Guidelines 2003, consultation was carried out during the early stage of IEE report preparation. The requirement of public consultation during the implementation of the project has been proposed as part of the mitigation plan. 250. Public consultation was undertaken consistent with the ADB requirements. All the five principles of information dissemination, information solicitation, integration, co-ordination and engagement into dialogue were incorporated in the consultation process. A framework of different environmental impacts likely from the project was strengthened and modified based on opinions of all those consulted, especially in the micro level by setting up dialogues with the village people from whom information on site facts and prevailing conditions were collected.

6 As per schedule I of EIA notification number S.O. 1533, dated 14th September 2006. This notification also defines when a public consultation is mandatory.

6.2.1. Consultation with Executing Agency 251. Officials of executing agency provided technical information’s about the project. All issues related to effective implementation of EMP, grievance redress mechanism, various clearances/consent and permission required prior to and during implementation were discussed. Mr. Vivek Aggarwal and Mr. P.K. Chaturvedi, Managing Director and Deputy General Manager of Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC), expressed their organization’s commitment to implement the project in environmentally sustainable way and as per the applicable laws/regulations/guidelines and safeguard requirements of ADB and the country. They also shared about lessons learnt from ongoing project. 6.2.2. Consultation with other Government Departments 252. All relevant government departments/agencies including forest and wildlife, fisheries, pollution control board, water resources, and DRDA were consulted for collection of available information their views/ comments and suggestions about the project. 253. Forest officials of Satna district informed about the presence of protected forest stretch in the project section. They also suggested that permission for tree cutting must be taken prior to civil works. Officials expressed their willingness to extend all cooperation in compensatory afforestation work. 254. The list of government officials contacted, along with purpose/objective has been summarised in Table 6.1.

Table 6.1 : Summary of Consultation with Government Officials

S. Name of Official Department Issue discussed No. Consulted

PCCF (Working Plan), Status of forest in state, Impacts on 1. Mr. Dubey Forest Department, forest, mitigation options, Satpura Bhavan, Bhopal Environmental friendly forest activities

Sr. Scientist, Environmental Issues in the state, legal Madhya Pradesh framework of MoEF and revised EIA 2. Dr. Rita Kauri Pollution Control Board notification 2006, applicable permits & Paryavaran Bhavan, clearances, Impacts of proposed project Bhopal on environment, Scientist, Environmental Issues in the state, legal Madhya Pradesh framework of MoEF and revised EIA 3. Dr. Abhay Saxena Pollution Control Board notification 2006, applicable permits & Paryavaran Bhavan, clearances, Impacts of proposed project Bhopal on environment, Environmental quality in the state and Superintending Engineer major urban centres. Capacity of Mr. Rajesh Madhya Pradesh pollution control board in environmental 4. Shrivastva Pollution Control Board management and monitoring, Paryavaran Bhavan, requirements of SPCB for proposed Bhopal projects. 67

S. Name of Official Department Issue discussed No. Consulted

Dy. Conservator of Status of forest in state, Impacts on 5. Mr. S P Sharma Forest, Forest forest, mitigation options, Department, Bhopal Environmental friendly forest activities

Conditions of road network in state, scope of road improvement, Managing Director, 6. Mr. Vivek Aggarwal environmental issues related with road MPRDC, Bhopal improvement , capacity enhancement of MPRDC, future plans Conditions of road network in state, DGM (Enviornment), scope of road improvement, 7. Mr. Alok Chaturvedi MPRDC, Bhopal environmental issues related with road improvement Conditions of road network in state, scope of road improvement, Mr. Piyush.K. environmental issues related with road 8 DGM, MPRDC, Bhopal Chaturvedi improvement, implementation schedule of various activities, organizational setting of MPRDC, Status of forests along the project road, Shashi, Kumar Forest Guards, Range presence of flora and fauna species in 9. Sanjeev, Salil – officers, local community the forests, forest boundaries and road locals leaders encroachments

6.2.3. Consultation with NGOs 255. All the NGOs welcome the project. They express concern over afforestation programme. NGOs also demand to pay attention for survival rate of the trees. Awareness camp among the people regarding road safety is also suggested. The outcome of consultation with NGOs is summarised below Table 6.2.

Table 6.2 : Summary of Consultation with NGOs Contact Name of NGOs Remarks Person BYPASS - Bhopal Yuwa Mr. Akhilesh • Welcomed the project Paryavaran Shikshan Singh Yadav • Raised concerns about the impact on and Samajik Sansthan reserve forests through the project stretch Chunabhatti, • Expressed his concern about use of fodder Bhopal,M.P.-16 from the forest being used during construction phase • Suggested minimal tree cutting and proportional afforestation Ecosake Society for Mr. Kinshuk • Welcomed the project Environment Tiwary • Expressed his desire that adequate Conservation and Social compensation should be provided, as per Awareness the latest R&R policy, to the people

Contact Name of NGOs Remarks Person Bhopal-16 affected from this project • Desired minimal impacts on forest and other mineral resources in the region from the project • Desired involvement of Local skilled and unskilled labour during construction activities Green Hurt Nature Club Jai Sharma • Welcomed the project M.P. Nagar, Bhopal-11 • Emphasized the need of plantation of local tree species for the roadside plantations. • Raised his concerns on the land filing/borrow activity suggested about prevention of top soil • Desired the need of awareness/ training program for the contractors and labourers to educate them for environmental issues. Forum for Environmental Dr. R. Mathur • Welcomed the project Protection • Expressed his concern regarding water Gwalior - 474011 logging problem during construction phase at many places. • Raised his concerns about health and safety schemes to be provided to construction labours especially during monsoon period. • Emphasized on the need of identification of sites for disposal of construction debris before the start of civil works. • Wanted banning of old vehicles on these roads by Government to reduce the pollution. Energy Environment and Ajit Kumar • Welcomed the project Development Group Saxena • Raised his concerns about the problem of R-12, II Floor electricity and its role in number of Above Central Color Lab accidents that occurred on this road due to Bhopal - 462003 it. • Enquired about the compensation to be provided to the displaced/affected people. Centre for Envirocare Mahendra • Welcomed the project and Energy Technology Kumar Shukla • Expressed his concerns about the cutting E-7/466 Arera Colony of trees and stressed the need for their Bhopal - 462016 rehabilitation and afforestation. Madhya Pradesh • Suggested the need of increasing the awareness among contractors, labourers and villagers. 6.3. Beneficiaries’ Comments 256. The project has immense acceptability among the local people. They perceived that in addition to providing all weather connectivity, the sub- project road will bring positive socio-economic changes in the area. Local people mainly discussed on issues related to rehabilitation and resettlement and proper vigilance of construction work. They suggested 69

minimising acquisition of agricultural land as much as possible since livelihood of the people is principally dependent on agriculture. 257. Villagers of Amarpatan highlighted that proper vigilance of work need to be done to avoid misuse of public fund by the contractors. Other common demands included modifications of alignment near Orchards and Community structures. If technically not feasible, accessibility and safety to community structures especially schools should not be affected. Local people should be consulted before relocation of such structures. The list of participants, their views, and outcome of the consultations have been summarised in Table 6.3.

Table 6.3 : Consultation with local community S. No. Place Participants Views/ Suggestion/ Demands of local people 1 Amarpatan Om Prakash Saket Road is passing through large market area (Teacher), Roshan Lal followed by thick habitation. People in this and Ram Dhar Saket stretch demand for strong vigilance of the (Tailor), construction activities. CC structure in this Vinod Chaudhary, portion of the road gets totally damaged Hari Kumar Sahu, within six months of its construction. Brijender Kumar (Farmer), Gorelal (Labour) 2 Gorsari Dr. A.P. Das (Medical The village is situated in foothill of the rocky Practitioner), terrain via which the project road comes Alok Sahu, Bhuban from Amarpatan. Heavy amount of road side Sahu, Satyendra Sahu, mango plantation in the plain area. Local Gajendra Babu, people suggest for minimal or no tree Dhannolal (Farmer), cutting in this stretch of the road. Seldom Amit Yadav, Bhairav appearance of fauna like beer, Neelgai etc Shukla (Businessman) in the foothill of the rocky terrain married by forest. Welcome the project with full support. 3 Khara Manoj Dubey, Akhlesh The major environmental issue of this Singh, Supujon Prasad portion of the project road is scarcity of Mishra, Jeetenedra water. Scanty rainfall in last two-three years Singh, Raj kumar Sen, worsens the situation. People request to link Akhleshwar kr. Mishra the entire ponds in the nearby area with (Farmer), Patali Kaul nallas to mitigate the problem. Also demand (Pandit) to install overhead tank for drinking water. Construction material will need to be taken from far way. Plenty of borrow area available in through out the project road. 4 Badera Mahendra Singh (Mine The road meets SH-11 at Badera which Owner), Ravi Kumar lead to industrial area Maihar in Satna Barman (Driver), Birasat district. Welcome the project. It will be Prasad Barman, beneficial for the local farmer with improve Tribhuvan Mishra, connectivity. People also suggested for CC Narendra Mishra, structure with rumble strips and cover drain Dharmender Shukla in market area. Also suggested for extra (Shopkeeper) widening in the market area to overcome extra traffic due tp parking of buses. No sensitive environmental issues in this section of the road.

Consultation at Amarpattan Consultation at Gorseri

Public Consultation at Khara Consultation at Badera

7. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN AND GRIEVANCE REDDRESS MECHANISM

7.1. Environmental Management Plan 1. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is prepared to facilitate effective implementation of recommended mitigations measures with defined roles and responsibility, regulatory compliance requirements, stages of implementation with location, time frame and costs. The mitigation measures are proposed to eliminate or minimise the identified impact associated with design, construction and operation stages of the project, to acceptable level by adopting the most feasible options. 2. The EMP consists of action plans for (i) implementation of recommended mitigation measures, (ii) environment quality monitoring during construction and operation stage to assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures proposed, and (iii) institutional capacity building and training. The EMP is detailed at Appendix 7.1.

7.1.1. Social Development and Indigenous People Development Program (IPDP) 3. A separate Social Impact Assessment study is undertaken and social development programme is addressed as per this study. The involuntary resettlement issue is also addressed under separate study. However, the correlated issues like safety of habitats and workers, protection of common physical cultural resources, safe passage of habitats are addressed under environmental assessment and mitigation plan. 4. Since there is no indigenous population likely to be affected in the project area, IPDP is not envisaged. This has to be confirmed based on the social assessment.

7.1.2. Emergency Response Plan 5. Assessment of nature, type and extent of project activities establishes that accidents on paved roads and consequent spillage can be the more frequent emergency. Other situation includes road overtopping due to heavy flood. It is suggested to develop a communication and response system to minimize the response time. The project authorities shall be prepared to counteract against such emergency either by developing in- house capabilities or by associating with any competent agency. 7.2. Environmental Monitoring Program (EMoP) 6. The environmental monitoring programme is prepared with aim to monitor the environmental performance of environmental management plan. The EMOP is planned with the focus on following objectives: • To the assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures proposed • To assess the change in environmental quality during construction and operation stage with respect to before the project scenario.

• To assess compliance to regulatory requirements • To monitor the status of corrective action taken in case of deviation from the planned measures or regulatory requirements. This will be used as performance indicators for the project. A monitoring plan defining the parameters to be monitored, with sampling locations, frequency of measurements, cost and responsibility for various component of environment is prepared for all stages of project and provided as Appendix 7.2.

7.2.1. Monitoring schedule and performance indicator 7. The monitoring schedule has been developed based on the possible occurrence of adverse impacts and required mitigation actions. However, this schedule is subject to change depending on the analysis results obtained. The performance indicators and protocol for changing the monitoring schedule is given below. 7.2.1.1.1 Tree Plantation 8. The 75% survival rate of re-plantation shall be monitored on the first year of the operation phase. If the survival rate is found below 70%, survival rate monitoring shall be again taken up after 3 years. This cycle should continue until the 70% survival rate is achieved. 7.2.1.1.2 Soil Erosion and Drainage Congestion 9. No significant soil erosion problem is anticipated due to the project either in the construction phase or in the operation phase. However, in the construction phase, some localised soil erosion may be noticed owing to construction activities. However, if soil erosion is noticed during construction and operation phase, the corrective action shall be initiated and frequency of check be increased to assess the tendency of occurrence. 10. The cross drainage structure shall be free from siltation. Visual check shall be made periodically to identify any drainage congestion or water logging along the road. Appropriate corrective action shall be taken to clear the congestion and prevent reoccurrence. 7.2.1.1.3 Air and Noise Quality 11. Due to the variability of the construction activities, namely changes in batch composition, type of construction activity and other anthropogenic influences, the ambient air quality of the project area may change. If the air quality with respect to any parameter exceeds by more than 25% of its last monitored value, the monitoring frequency shall be doubled and cause of the increase investigated. If the construction activities are found to be the reason for this increase, suitable measures should be adopted. 12. Similarly, due to the variability in traffic movement, namely changes in traffic volume, traffic compositions and other anthropogenic influences, the noise quality in the project area is likely to change. If the noise quality exceeds by 20% of the applicable ambient noise quality 73

standard or 5% of its last monitored value, the monitoring frequency shall be increased and the cause of the increase investigated. If the construction activities are found to be the reason for this increase, suitable measures should be adopted. 7.2.1.1.4 Water Quality 13. No significant change in water quality is perceived due to the project in the operation phase. However, in the construction phase, the monitored values for pH, BOD, COD, TDS, DO and Oil & Grease might change owing to construction activities. Hence, it is suggested that if the monitored value for any water quality parameter exceeds by more than 20% of its last monitored status the monitoring frequency shall be increased.

7.2.2. Authorities and their Responsibilities for Implementation of EMoP 14. The most essential component of the Environment Monitoring Plan is the execution of the Plan in accordance with the monitoring schedule provided therein. The field officer concerned at PIU will be responsible for timely monitoring of various parameters and compliance with the mitigative measure proposed. He can execute this task through supervision consultant. A resultant database is proposed to be maintained. A Management Information System (MIS) is also put in place for effective flow of information between various levels and functions within the MPRDC. 15. The monitoring reports shall be sent to Sr. Manager (Environment & Social) at head office with copy to Divisional Officer. 7.3. Institutional Setting and Proposed Implementation Arrangement 16. M. P. State Road Development Corporation (MPRDC) is responsible for the development of state roads. MPRDC has set up divisional offices which act as Project Implementation Unit (PIU). Each PIU is headed by Divisional officer who is supported various engineers (field officers). These field officers also have the responsibility to comply with various regulatory permitting and compliance monitoring requirement. A Sr Manager (Environment & Social) is posted at Head Quarter who is responsible for overall environment and social management of sub projects. He reports to Dy General Manager who is responsible for the implementation of MPSRP-II and co-ordinate with ADB to monitor all environmental requirements of this subproject. 17. For subproject planning and implementation, Project Implementation Unit/s (PIUs) are established. This is headed by Divisional Officer and supported by Field officers. It is proposed to designate one of the field officers with additional responsibility of environment and social management. This officer shall be given adequate training for effective environmental management and monitoring. The designated field officer will be responsible for implementation and monitoring of EMP. Field Officer will monitor the compliance directly or with the help of supervision consultant. SQC will also supervise the contractor for complying the EMP requirements, monitoring requirements and obtaining the required

permits. Divisional officer will overall responsible for ensuring effective implementation of EMP at PIU level who will ensure it through field officer and SQC. Field officer will be fully responsible for operation stage monitoring. 18. The EMP will be included in the construction contract and the contractor will be responsible for its implementation. MPRDC will monitor the implementation of these mitigation measures by the contractors through Sr Manager Environment, Field Officers at PIU and SQC. The field officers at PIU level will be responsible for compliance monitoring and periodic reporting to divisional officer and Sr. Manager Environment at Head office. 19. The roles and duties of various agencies responsible for monitoring have been outlined in Table 7.1. The flow diagram depicting the institutional arrangement for implementation EMP and EMoP has been given as Figure 7.1. Table 7.1 : Roles and Duties of Implementing Agency/Organisations HQ MPRDC Contractor PIU Supervision Consultant • Obtain statutory • Obtain permits as • Joint verification to • Assist and advise the clearances required required during be carried out by PIU in matters relating during pre-construction construction stage HQ, PIU, SC to environment and stage Contractor Env. social matters. • Joint Verification Manager. • overall project Exercise including, • Compliance reporting coordination and PMU CMU, SC for • Overall Supervision to EMP and clearance management through review of EMP of implementation of conditions PIU supported by SC EMP • Interaction with Sr • Provide corrective • Interaction and Manager (Env. & • Environmental action if any deviation Reporting to ADB. Social) , PIU and SC monitoring through to EMP is identified Submission of approved laboratory progress reports to • Contractor’s Env. or through SC • Part of Joint ADB atleast once in a Officer will be primarily Verification Exercise • Verification of year. responsible for to be carried out by implementation EMP consent taken by HQ, PIU and • Effective contractor for Contractor for review • implementation of Filling of Reporting opening of borrow of EMP for EMP and Monitoring of Format and submitting areas, and setting up modification in EMP to SC labour camps. enhancement Ensuring restoration • Compilation of data • Monitoring through measures (if required) as per initial relating to approved agency. agreement with land • Ensure that the implementation of • Preparation of various owner contractor define the EMP. plans for effective cost of environmental • Keeping records of • Advising and implementation of measures like borrow all consents obtained suggesting corrective EMP as detailed out in area rehabilitation etc by contractor. measures to adhere to EMP and submitting it which are shown as time schedule for for approval to SC • Compilation of data part of construction implementation of relating to cost under EMP • EMP. Identification of sites implementation of matrix (Appendix 7.1) for labour camps, hot before the start of • EMP. Carry out mix plant, batch mix construction. This • verification/supervision plant, debris disposal Filling of Summary amount shall be exercises for etc Sheets and reporting released against implementation of to HQ. completion of 75

EMP with respect to • Approval of plans respective EMP modification (if prepared by measures. required) for contractor • enhancement Supervise • Addressing measures. implementation of grievances of local EMP/EMoP by community and contractor information • dissemination Develop good through practices construction NGOs/CBOs. guidelines to assist contractor in implementation of EMP • Conduct Consultations programs with the stakeholders on regular basis to get first hand information on the inconvenience caused to contractor’s activities such as noise, debris disposal etc. • Ensure submission of compliance report to EMP/EMoP once in six month to PIU

HQ MPRDC Asian DY General Manager Developmen (MPSRSP II) t Bank

Social and Env. Group (Proposed) Sr. Manager (Env and Social) Supported by Manager Env. and Social (proposed)

PIU Supervision Consultant Contractor Divisional Officer supported by field Officers

Field Officer – (Proposed to be designated with additional responsibility of Env. And Social)

Need Based Support from Approved Monitoring Agency and Independent Subject Experts and Institutions

Figure 7.1 : Proposed Structure for EMP/EMOP Implementation 77

7.3.2. Institutional / Capacity Building 20. Capacity Building: As per the existing structure, one officer at Sr Manager Level is responsible for Environmental and social aspect at MPRDC. Considering the increasing magnitude of activities, it is proposed that another manager level officer be appointed to support Sr manager’s activities. The group shall be named as Environmental and Social Group. To facilitate and streamline this group’s activities it is proposed to develop the Environmental and social impact guidelines. This will standardise the impact assessment, regulatory compliance and environmental quality monitoring mechanism. 21. Training and Awareness: To enhance the capacity of officials for effective implementation of proposed mitigation measures and monitoring the resultant effects, as well as create awareness amongst workers and public, the training and awareness programme is planned and is given as Table 7.2. The institutions/agencies like regional office of MoEF, SPCB/CPCB, and Indian Institute of Technologies can be consulted for such trainings. Independent subject’s experts/consultants (e.g., for the environmental awareness program, impact assessment specialist will be the resource person) can also be the resource persons to impart trainings. These experts /agencies shall be appointed based on specific need for the training. Table 7.2 : Combined Training Budget for MPSRP II

Combined Training Budget for MPSRP II S. Target Subject(s) Method Time Basis for Costs Estimation No. group Frame and Training Training Delivery Estimate Material d Cost Preparation 1 All staffs Environmental Lectures Before @ Rs 2.0 Reproduction of Training of MPRDC Overview: cum beginning Lacs Material Rs 24,000 (@ Rs. including Environmental interactio of the 200 per set for 120 sets ) PIU Regulations, sub- n implemen project project related tation of Training Delivery: staff provisions of the sub- Honorarium and travel cost involved in various Acts/ project. of the faculty Rs 2.0 lac (@ implement Guidelines, EIA 50,000 per programme for 4 ation of notification, process INR 6.24 programmes) the project and methodology Lakhs and Select for IEE, EMPs Venue and other facility NGOs. costs Rs 2.0 lacs ( @ Rs 50000 per programme with 25 participants in each) 2 Field Implementation of Worksho Before @ Rs 2.0 -do- Officer EMPs: ps and the Lacs (Env) at Basic features of an Seminars constructi PIU, EMP, Planning, on begins Supervisio designing and n execution of INR 6.24

Consultant environmental Lakhs ’s mitigation and Environme enhancement ntal measures, Specialists monitoring and and Select evaluation of NGOs environmental conditions – during construction and operation 3 Sr. Environmentally Worksho Before @ Rs 3.0 -do- Manager, Sound ps and the Lacs Manager Construction Site visits constructi at Head Practices: on Quarter Clean construction and Field technology, INR 6.24 officer at alternatives Lakhs PIU, , materials and design techniques for team, construction, Waste Supervisio Management and n minimization in Consultant construction, Constructi pollution control on devices and Contractor methods for s’ staff construction sites and equipment, Environmental clauses in contract documents and their implications, protection of flora and fauna Environmental monitoring during construction 4 PIU and Monitoring Lectures, During @ Rs 1.5 Reproduction of Training Supervisio Environmental Worksho initial Lacs Material Rs 24,000 (@ Rs. n Performance p and site phases of 200 per set for 120 persons Consultant during visits constructi ) , NGOs Construction: on and Air, Water, Soil and Training Delivery: communit Noise, tree survival INR 5.0 Honorarium and travel cost y Monitoring Lakhs of the faculty Rs 1.6 lac (@ representa requirement and 40,000 per programme for 4 tives techniques, programmes) Evaluation and Review of results, Venue and other facility Performance costs Rs 1.6 lacs ( @ Rs indicators and their 40,000 per programme with applicability, 25 participants in each) possible corrective actions, reporting requirements and 79

mechanisms Total Rs 23.72 Training lacs or Costs Say Rs. 24 lacs

22. Management System: It is proposed to develop standard environmental guidelines for impact assessment, management plan, and monitoring. It is recommended to develop an Environmental Management and Reporting Systems following international standards like ISO 14001. 7.4. Grievance Redress Mechanism 23. Any environmental grievance received from public or stakeholders concerning the project will be directed to the concerned PIU. Firstly, field officer will assess if the grievances are genuine or suggestion is acceptable. Accordingly, response will be given within 15-30 days through suitable mode by the field officer with the approval of Divisional Officer. In case PIU is unable to resolve the issue, the matter will be forwarded to Sr. Manager ( Environment & Social) at head quarter who will take it up further and resolve. The corrective and preventing action will be taken in a time bound manner as per response given to the stakeholders. The outcome shall also form part of quarterly report to ADB. 24. The local community will be informed by the respective supervision consultants about the option to express their grievances if any through the mechanism described above before the start of construction activities. The grievance redress mechanism with the name of concerned official shall also be displayed at MPRDC website, and on notice boards of the PIU office and construction sites.

8. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1. Conclusions 25. The findings of Environment Assessment indicate that project is unlikely to cause any significant environmental impacts. While some of the impacts are negative, there are many bearing benefits to the area. Most of the impacts are likely to occur during construction stage and are temporary in nature and can be mitigated with minor to negligible residual impacts. Some impacts require design consideration and are suitably addressed. The project received immense support from local people as they perceive that this project will improve the overall connectivity and bring various economic opportunities to the people of the area. 26. The alignment does not pass through or located nearby any ecologically sensitive or protected areas. No archaeological/protected monument is located in the project vicinity. The land use pattern around the alignment is predominantly agricultural. The significant impact during construction is mainly associated with minor increase in dust borne air pollution, increased noise level, nuisance due to movement and operation of vehicles, establishment of temporary facilities, hindrance in accessibility to common property resources etc. During operation stage, the main impact may be related to air quality and noise. Other issues relates to road safety including pedestrian and cattles. 27. Environmental screening and assessment of likely impacts, the project has been categorised as Category ‘B’. The effective implementation of environmental management plan will facilitate in minimising the environmental impact to acceptable level. No additional studies or need of undertaking detailed EIA is envisaged at this stage. 28. Key findings of the IEE are summarised in following paragraphs: • Since no land acquisition is involved, the project will not affect any family. Also, there will be no Impact on community infrastructure as the upgradation is limited to the available ROW. • Ambient noise level is within prescribed limit except near busy intersections such as Amarpatan, Nadantola, Gorsari, Joba, Lategaon, Badera etc. Some of the key suggested measures during construction are provision of temporary noise barriers and regulating construction timings near sensitive locations. Operation stage mitigation includes multilayered plantation and restricting honking near sensitive areas, maintaining good road conditions and congestion free traffic movement. • Large quantity of earth is required for the project. The availability of government waste land/barren land/uplands etc. is limited in the area. It is recommended to follow the guidelines for borrow area management as suggested in IEE. • Since the sub-project passes through about 5.8 km of protected forests, the condition imposed in the forest clearance must be strictly implemented. Also, provisions mentioned in the IEE for these locations for the safety of flora and fauna should be strictly imposed. 81

• The compensatory afforestation should be undertaken at 1:7 basis in close consultation with forest department. Roadside plantation should be done as per IRC specifications. Additional plantation should be done in consultation at river banks especially at major bridge locations. • Soil erosion along embankment slope, river banks, bridge sites and river training structures shall be checked through measures suggested in IEE. These measures coupled with silt fencing/brush barrier etc. will also help to minimise siltation of water bodies though required at only few locations since most of the water bodies are seasonal in nature. • Predominant land use along the project alignment is agricultural/open area which helps in adequate dispersion of air emission. The increased pollution level during construction stage will be largely localised and temporary in nature. Corridor specific measures to curb emission include maintaining good road conditions, improved traffic regulations and roadside plantation with pollutant absorbent species. • Siting and management of temporary construction facilities i.e. construction camp, workers camp, hot mix plant, batching plant, dumping sites, stone crusher etc. shall be done in environmentally accepted manner as mentioned in IEE. • Dismantled material shall be reused to the extent possible. Leftover debris shall be disposed off in environmentally acceptable method and at designated sites. • Risk involved with accidents, community and occupational health safety should be mitigated as per measures provided in IEE. A proper traffic management plan shall be in place well before start of the construction. 29. Post Environmental Assessment Surveillance and Monitoring is essential to sustain the effectiveness of the mitigative measures suggested. A detailed monitoring plan has been prepared as part of the Environmental Management Plan. The focus areas of monitoring covers air, surface water quality, noise, soil erosion, drainage congestion and tree survival rate. The reporting requirements along with the follow up actions in case of deviation from the norms have been detailed out as a part of EMP. The frequency has been set in consideration of the likely impacts. 8.2. Key Recommendations: 30. Any major changes or any major additional work other than the proposed project activities will require preparation of another environmental assessment. This additional assessment will have to be submitted to concerned Government authorities and ADB for concurrence before civil works commence. 31. The implementation of prescribed mitigation measures will minimize/avoid the adverse impacts. Moreover, the impacts shall be monitored continually by implementing and updating the Environmental Management plan and Environmental Monitoring Plan. Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan may be updated if deemed necessary as per site conditions. MPRDC shall submit six monthly compliance/update reports to ADB.

32. All necessary clearances/permissions/No-objections/Consents should be obtained as required at different stages and as outlined in legal framework chapter of IEE. MPRDC shall ensure that environmental clearance as may be required is obtained before start of construction. 33. Executing agency shall ensure that EMP and EMoP is included in Bill of Quantity (BOQ) and forms part of bid document and civil works contract. The same shall be revised if necessary during project implementation or if there is any change in the project design and with approval of ADB.

Appendix 3.1 : Inventory and Survey Condition of Bridges

Chainage Chainage Pavement Shoulder Avg Terrain Embankment Soil Land Use Remarks From To Type Condition Width Type Condition Width Row 0.000 1.300 Cc Good 7.0 Earthen Fair 1.5 Plain 0.5 Brown Builtup 12 -

1.300 1.700 Cc Good 7.0 Earthen Fair 1.5 Plain 0.5 Brown Builtup 12 -

1.700 2.400 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Builtup 10-15 Overlay

2.400 2.600 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Builtup 15 Overlay

2.600 4.000 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Agricultural 15 Overlay

4.000 4.600 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Builtup 15 Overlay

4.600 5.700 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Builtup 15 Overlay

5.700 6.300 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Agricultural 15 Overlay

6.300 7.500 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Murrum Builtup 15 Overlay

7.500 7.900 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Fair 1.0 Hilly 0 Murrum Builtup 10 Overlay

7.900 13.700 Bt Good 5.5 Earthen Fair 1.0 Hilly 0 Murrum Forest 10 Overlay

Bc+ 13.700 15.000 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Yellow Agricultural 10 Rc Soil (Ys)

15.000 16.200 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

16.200 18.300 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

18.300 18.500 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

18.500 18.900 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

Chainage Chainage Pavement Shoulder Avg Terrain Embankment Soil Land Use Remarks From To Type Condition Width Type Condition Width Row 18.900 19.300 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

19.300 19.500 Bt Fair 5.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

Murrum Agricultural / 19.500 22.800 Bt Fair 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 10-12 Rc (M) + Ys Barren

Murrum 22.800 23.200 Bt Fair 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.5 Builtup 10-12 Rc (M) + Ys

23.200 25.700 Wbm Fair 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 2.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

25.700 25.800 Wbm Fair 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

25.800 25.900 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

25.900 26.700 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

26.700 28.300 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

28.300 28.500 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

28.500 29.400 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

29.400 30.700 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

30.700 32.500 Bt Poor 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

32.500 33.300 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

33.300 33.600 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

33.600 34.800 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

34.800 35.000 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

35.000 35.200 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc 85

Chainage Chainage Pavement Shoulder Avg Terrain Embankment Soil Land Use Remarks From To Type Condition Width Type Condition Width Row 35.200 37.800 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Fair 1.5 Rolling 1.0 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

37.800 38.200 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

38.200 41.200 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 10-12 Rc

41.200 41.800 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 10-12 Rc

41.800 42.700 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 7-10 Rc

42.700 43.500 Cc Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 7-10 Widening

45.500 43.700 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Very Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 7-10 Rc

43.700 46.600 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Very Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Agricultural 12 Rc

46.600 46.900 Bt Good 3.5 Earthen Poor 1.5 Rolling 0.3 Bc+ Ys Builtup 12 Rc

Appendix 3.2: Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist

Roads and Highways

AMARPATAN- GORSERI-BADERA SECTION

Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist

• This checklist is to IND:be prepared TA 4998 to support the environmental classification of a project. It is to be attached to the environmental categorization form that is to be prepared and submitted to the Chief Compliance Officer of the Regional and Sustainable Development Department. • This checklist is to be completed with the assistance of an Environment Specialist in a Regional Department. • This checklist focuses on environmental issues and concerns. To ensure that social dimensions are adequately considered, refer also to ADB checklists and handbooks on (i) involuntary resettlement, (ii) indigenous peoples planning, (iii) poverty reduction, (iv) participation and (v) gender and development. • Answer the questions assuming the without mitigation case. The purpose is to identify potential impacts. Use the “remarks” section to discuss any anticipated mitigation measures.

Country / Project Title: SH-13 - Amarpatan - Gorsari- Badera Section Sector Division:

SCREENING QUESTIONS Yes No REMARKS Project Siting Review is based on Reconnaissance site visit Is the Project area adjacent to or within any of the following environmentally sensitive areas? Cultural heritage site   None. Protected area   None Wetland   None Mangrove   None Estuarine   None Buffer zone of protected area   None Special area for protecting None   biodiversity Potential Environmental Impacts Will the Project cause … Encroachment on historical / No encroachment on historical or cultural areas is cultural area; disfiguration of envisaged. landscape by road The topography of project road is uneven with rolling embankments, cuts, fills, and   quarries? terrain at some stretches. Minor impacts on landscape by road embankments to improve profile, cuts and fills cannot be ruled out. 87

SCREENING QUESTIONS Yes No REMARKS Encroachment on precious None. The project road does not pass through any ecology (e.g. sensitive or   sensitive ecological areas. protected areas)? Alteration of surface water Minimal, since no new construction of bridges are hydrology of waterways proposed. Most rivers in project area are seasonal. crossed by roads, resulting in Necessary measures shall be taken to prevent increased sediment in   impacts on watercourses. streams affected by increased soil erosion at construction site? Deterioration of surface water Suitable prevention measures such as silt fencing quality due to silt runoff and will reduce silt run off. sanitary wastes from worker- based camps and chemicals Adequate measures for sanitary waste and silt   used in construction? runoff shall be taken to prevent any such condition. As the construction activity in this project will not contain any harmful ingredients, no impact on surface water quality is anticipated Increased local air pollution Local air pollution level is likely to be increased for due to rock crushing, cutting short duration during construction period and filling works, and particularly due to earth work. Appropriate distance   chemicals from asphalt from settlement area and wind direction may be processing? taken into account to locate air polluting facility like stone crushing unit etc. if required. Noise and vibration due to Minimal increase in ambient noise level is expected blasting and other civil due to various construction activities. Necessary   works? mitigation measures will be taken in noise sensitive locations such as schools, temples and forest areas. Dislocation or involuntary None. Project improvement work is to be carried out resettlement of people?   within existing available ROW, no resettlement is envisaged.

Other social concerns relating All possible mitigation measures will be taken to to inconveniences in living avoid any inconvenience due to the project. Efforts conditions in the project   areas that may trigger cases will also be made to keep air pollution within of upper respiratory problems permissible levels to prevent respiratory problems and stress? and stress among the nearby inhabitants. Hazardous driving conditions Traffic management plan to be followed during where construction interferes   construction will be prepared. with pre-existing roads?

Poor sanitation and solid Appropriate waste management shall be adopted to waste disposal in prevent any such conditions. Awareness plan for construction camps and work workers will be prepared to educate them about sites, and possible   communicable diseases. transmission of communicable diseases from workers to local populations? Creation of temporary No such condition is anticipated breeding habitats for   mosquito vectors of disease?

SCREENING QUESTIONS Yes No REMARKS Dislocation and compulsory No displacement. resettlement of people living   in right-of-way? Accident risks associated Temporarily during construction Stage. Adequate with increased vehicular measures will be provided to prevent them such as traffic, leading to accidental speed reduction, provision of crash barrier & proper   spills of toxic materials and traffic signage system at sensitive places will loss of life? ensure smooth traffic flow which will reduce accidental risk Increased noise and air Temporarily during construction phase. pollution resulting from traffic   volume? Increased risk of water Temporarily during construction phase. pollution from oil, grease and   fuel spills, and other materials from vehicles using the road? Community safety risks due Community and occupational health and safety plan to both accidental and natural will form part of EMP. causes, especially where the structural elements or components of the project are accessible to members of the affected community or where their failure could result in injury to the community throughout project construction, operation and decommissioning.

The Project is categorized as B.

As per MOEF latest EIA notification, Environmental Clearance for the project is not required. However, other consent conditions will be required. . 89

APPENDIX 4.1 : NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS

The finding as Notified on 16th November 2009 by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in exercise of its powers conferred under Section 6 and Section 25 of the Environment Protect Act, 1986.

Time-Weighted Concentration in Ambient Air

Ecologically Industrial, Pollutant Sensitive Area Residential Average (Notified by and other Central rural area Government) Annual* 50 20 3 SO2 ug/m 24 hours** 80 80 Annual* 40 30 3 NOx ug/m 24 hours** 80 80 Annual* 60 60 3 PM10 ug/m 24 hours** 100 100 Annual* 40 40 3 PM2.5 ug/m 24 hours** 60 60

Annual* 0.50 0.50 3 Lead ug/m

24 hours** 1.0 1.0

8 Hours** 2000 2000 3 CO ug/m 1 Hour** 4000 4000 8 Hours** 100 100 3 O3 ug/m 1 Hour** 180 180 Annual* 100 100 3 NH3 ug/m 24 hours** 400 400 Source: Gazette of India, Part II-Section-3-Subsection (i)

* Annual Arithmetic Mean of minimum 104 measurements in a year taken twice a week 24-hourly at uniform interval. ** 24-horly / 8-hourly values or 0.1 hourly monitored values shall be complied with 98% of the time in the year. However, 2% of the time, it may exceed but not on two consecutive days.

APPENDIX 4.2 : Ambient Noise Level Limits (In Leq dB(A)), India

Day Time Night Time Area/Class (6:00 AM to 9:00 PM) (9:00 PM to 6:00 am)

Standard Standard

Industrial 75 70

Commercial 65 55

Residential 55 45

Silence 50 40 Source: Environment Protection Rules, 1986, Schedule III

APPENDIX 4.3 : Drinking Water Standards And Probable Effects on Human Health (BIS: IS: 10500, 1991)

S. Prescribed limits Parameters Probable effects No. Desirable Permissible 1 COLOUR (HAZEN UNIT) 5 25 Aesthetically undesirable. 2 ODOUR Essentially free Aesthetically undesirable. 3 TASTE Agreeable Aesthetically undesirable. 4 TURBIDITY (NTU) 5 10 Indicates pollution/ contamination. Affects taste, corrodes supply 5 pH 6.5 8.5 system. Causes scaling, excessive soap HARDNESS, as CaCO3, 6 300 600 consumption, calcification of mg/l arteries. Causes staining of laundry and 7 IRON, as Fe , mg/l 0.30 1.00 porcelain. In traces it is essential for nutrition. May be injurious to heart or kidney patients. Taste, indigestion, 8 CHLORIDE, as Cl , mg/l 250 1000 corrosion and palatability are affected. RESIDUAL CHLORINE, only Excessive chlorination causes 9 when 0.20 - asthma, colitis and eczema Water is chlorinated May cause gastro-intestinal TOTAL DISSOLVED 10 500 2000 irritation, corrosion and laxative SOLIDS, mg/l effect to new users. Excessive Cause incrustation, deficiency causes rickets, 11 CALCIUM, as Ca, mg/l 75 200 essential for nervous, muscular, cardiac functions and in coagulation of blood. Its salts are cathartics and diuretic. Excessive may cause laxative effect; deficiency causes 12 MAGNESIUM, as Mg, mg/l 30 100 structural and functional changes. It is activator of many enzyme systems. Beneficial in human metabolism, deficiency results in nutritional anaemia in infants. Large amounts may result in liver damage, 13 COPPER, as Cu, mg/l 0.05 1.50 causes central nervous system irritation and depression. Enhances corrosion of Al in water supply systems. Causes gastro-intestinal irritation. Along with Mg or Na can have a 14 SULPHATE, as SO4, mg/l 200 400 cathartic effect. Concentration more than 750 mg/l may have laxative effect. Causes infant methaemoglobinaemia, at very 15 NITRATE, as N, mg/l 45 100 high concentration causes gastric cancer and effects central nervous

S. Prescribed limits Parameters Probable effects No. Desirable Permissible and cardiovascular system.

Reduces dental carries, very high 16 FLUORIDE, as F, mg/l 1.00 1.50 concentration may cause crippling skeletal fluorosis. Acute toxicity may be associated with renal, arterial hypertension, 17 CADMIUM, as Cd, mg/l 0.01 No relaxation itai-itai (bone disease). Cd salts cause cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Burning in mouth, severe inflammation of gastro-intestinal tract with vomiting and diarrhoea. 18 LEAD, as Pb, mg/l 0.05 No relaxation Chronic toxicity produces nausea, severe abdominal pain, paralysis, mental confusion, visual disturbances, and anaemia etc. Essential and beneficial in human 19 ZINC, as Zn , mg/l 5 15 metabolism. Imparts astringent taste to water. Cr6+ produces lung tumours, 20 CHROMIUM, as Cr, mg/l 0.05 No relaxation coetaneous and nasal mucous membrane ulcers and dermatitis. Causes skin damage, circulatory 21 ARSENIC, as As, mg/l 0.05 No relaxation problems, and increased risk of skin cancer. Raises blood cholesterol, lowers 22 ANTIMONY, as Sb, mg/l 0.006 No relaxation blood sugar. 23 ALUMINIUM, as Al, mg/l 0.030 0.200 Leads to neurological disorders. 24 BARIUM, as Ba, mg/l 2 No relaxation Increases blood pressure. 25 BERYLLIUM, as Be, mg/l nil 0.0002 Is carcinogenic Causes nerve damage, thyroid 26 CYANIDE, as CN, mg/l 0.05 No relaxation problem. Neurological and renal disturbances. Excess causes 27 MERCURY, as Hg, mg/l 0.001 No relaxation gonadotoxic and mutagenic effects and disturbs the cholesterol metabolism. Essential as a cofactor in enzyme systems and metabolism processes. Excessive causes change in appetite and reduction 28 MANGANESE, as Mn, mg/l 0.10 0.30 in metabolism of iron to form haemoglobin. Imparts undesirable taste and stains plumbing fixtures and laundry. Leads to hair, finger loss, and 29 SELENIUM, as Se, mg/l 0.01 No relaxation numbness in fingers or toes, circulatory problems. Affects central nervous system, 30 BORON, as B, mg/l 1.00 5.00 salts may cause nausea, cramps, convulsions, coma, etc. 31 ALKALINITY, as CaCO3, 200 600 Imparts unpleasant taste, 93

S. Prescribed limits Parameters Probable effects No. Desirable Permissible mg/l deleterious to humans in presence of high pH, hardness and TDS. Imparts toxicity, accumulates in different organs of body, and 32 PESTICIDES, ug/l nil 0.001 affects immune and nervous systems. Carcinogenic. High concentration causes vomiting and diarrhoea stimulates 33 PHOSPHATE, as PO4, mg/l No guideline secondary hyperthyroidism and bone loss. Harmful to persons suffering from 34 SODIUM, as Na, mg/l No guideline cardiac, renal and circulatory diseases. Essential nutrition element but 35 POTASSIUM, as K, mg/l No guideline excessive amounts are cathartic. Non-toxic element but may be carcinogenic in animals, can react 36 NICKEL, as Ni , mg/l No guideline with DNA resulting in DNA damage in animals. PATHOGENS Causes water borne diseases like a)TOTAL COLIFORM coliform jaundice; Typhoid, 37 No/dl 1 10 Cholera etc. produces infections

b)FAECAL COLIFORM involving skin mucous membrane No/dl of eyes, ears and throat. RADIOACTIVITY: -BETA PARTICLES 0-4 milligram/year 38 Increases risk of cancer. -ALPHA PARTICLES 0-15 picocuries/year -RADIUM 0-05 picocuries/year

APPENDIX 4.4 : Water Quality Criteria And Standards for Freshwater Classification (CPCB, 1979)

Characteristics A B C D E

Dissolved Oxygen (DO), 6 5 4 4 - mg/L, Min Biological Oxygen Demand, BOD, mg/L, 2 3 3 - - max Total Coliform organism 50 500 5000 - - **, MPN/100ml, Max pH value 6.5-8.5 6.5-8.5 6 – 9 6.5-8.5 6.5-8.5 Free Ammonia (as N), - - - 1.2 - mg/L, Max Electrical Conductivity, - - - - 2250 µmhos/cm, max Sodium absorption Ratio - - - - 26 Boron, mg/L, Max - - - - 2

A) Drinking water sources without conventional treatment but after disinfecting B) Outdoor Bathing (organized) C) Drinking water source with conventional treatment followed by disinfecting D) Propagation of wildlife, fisheries E) Irrigation, industrial cooling, controlled waste disposal

Appendix 5.1: Guidelines for Borrow Areas Management

1. SELECTION OF BORROW AREAS Location of borrow areas shall be finalized as per IRC: 10-1961guidlines. The finalization of locations in case of borrows areas identified in private land shall depend upon the formal agreement between landowners and contractor. If, agreement is not reached between the contractor and landowners for the identified borrow areas sites, arrangement for locating the source of supply of material for embankment and sub-grade as well as compliance to environment requirements in respect of excavation and borrow areas as stipulated from time to time by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India, and local bodies, as applicable shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor. The contractor in addition to the established practices, rules and regulation will also consider following criteria before finalizing the locations. (1) The borrow area should not be located in agriculture field unless unavoidable i.e. barren land is not available. (2) The borrow pits preferably should not be located along the roads. (3) The loss of productive and agriculture soil should be minimum. (4) The loss of vegetation is almost nil or minimum. (5) The Contractor will ensure that suitable earth is available. 2. CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILTY The Contractor shall obtain representative samples from each of the identified borrow areas and have these tested at the site laboratory following a testing programme approved by the Engineer. It shall be ensured that the sub-grade material when compacted to the density requirements shall yield the design CBR value of the sub-grade. Contractor shall begin operations keeping in mind following; (1) Haulage of material to embankments or other areas of fill shall proceed only when sufficient spreading and compaction plants is operating at the place of deposition. (2) No excavated acceptable material other than surplus to requirements of the Contract shall be removed from the site. Contractor should be permitted to remove acceptable material from the site to suit his operational procedure, then shall make consequent deficit of material arising there from. (3) Where the excavation reveals a combination of acceptable and un- acceptable materials, the Contractor shall, unless otherwise agreed by the Engineer, carry out the excavation in such a manner that the acceptable materials are excavated separately for use in the permanent works without contamination by the un-acceptable materials. The acceptable material shall be stockpiled separately. (4) The Contractor shall ensure that he does not adversely affect the stability of excavation or fills by the methods of stockpiling materials, use of plants are siting of temporary buildings or structures.

3. BORROWING FROM DIFFERENT LAND-FORMS

A. Borrow Areas located in Agricultural Lands

(i) The preservation of topsoil will be carried out in stockpile. (ii) A 15 cm topsoil will be stripped off from the borrow pit and this will be stored in stockpiles in a designated area for height not exceeding 2m and side slopes not steeper than 1:2 (Vertical: Horizontal). (iii) Borrowing of earth will be carried out up to a depth of 1.5m from the existing ground level. (iv) Borrowing of earth will not be done continuously through out the stretch. (v) Ridges of not less than 8m widths will be left at intervals not exceeding 300m. (vi) Small drains will be cut through the ridges, if necessary, to facilitate drainage. (vii) The slope of the edges will be maintained not steeper than 1:4 (vertical: Horizontal). (viii) The depth of borrow pits will not be more than 30 cm after stripping the 15 cm topsoil aside.

B. Borrow Areas located in Elevated Lands

C. Borrow Areas near River side

D. Borrow Areas near Settlements

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(ii) A 15 cm topsoil will be stripped off from the borrow pit and this will be stored in stockpiles in a designated area for height not exceeding 2m and side slopes not steeper than 1:2 (Vertical: Horizontal). (iii) Borrow pit location will be located at least 0.75 km from villages and settlements. If un-avoidable, the pit will not be dug for more than 30 cm and drains will be cut to facilitate drainage. (iv) Borrow pits located in such location will be re-developed immediately after borrowing is completed. If spoils are dumped, that will be covered with a layers of stockpiled topsoil in accordance with compliance requirements with respect MOEF/PPCB guidelines.

E. Borrow Pits along the Road

Borrow pits along the road shall be discouraged and if deemed necessary and permitted by the Engineer; following precautions are recommended (i) The preservation of topsoil will be carried out in stockpile. (ii) A 15 cm topsoil will be stripped off from the borrow pit and this will be stored in stockpiles in a designated area for height not exceeding 2m and side slopes not steeper than 1:2 (Vertical: Horizontal). (iii) Ridges of not less than 8m widths should be left at intervals not exceeding 300m. (iv) Small drains shall be cut through the ridges of facilitate drainage. (v) The depth of the pits shall be so regulated that there bottom does not cut an imaginary line having a slope of 1 vertical to 4 horizontal projected from the edge of the final section of bank, the maximum depth of any case being limited to 1.5m. (vi) Also, no pit shall be dug within the offset width from the toe of the embankment required as per the consideration of stability with a minimum width of 10m. 4. REHABILITATION OF BORROW AREAS The objective of the rehabilitation programme is to return the borrow pit sites to a safe and secure area, which the general public should be able to safely enter and enjoy. Securing borrow pits in a stable condition is fundamental requirement of the rehabilitation process. This could be achieved by filling the borrow pit floor to approximately the access road level.

Re-development plan shall be prepared by the Contractor before the start of work inline with the owners will require and to the satisfaction of owner. The Borrow Areas shall be rehabilitated as per following; • Borrow pits shall be backfilled with rejected construction wastes and will be given a vegetative cover. If this is not possible, then excavation sloped will be smoothed and depression will be filled in such a way that it looks more or less like the original round surface. • Borrow areas might be used for aquaculture in case landowner wants such development. In that case, such borrow area will be photographed

after their post use restoration and Environment Expert of Supervision Consultant will certify the post use redevelopment. The Contractor will keep record of photographs of various stages i.e., before using materials from the location (pre-project), for the period borrowing activities (construction Phase) and after rehabilitation (post development), to ascertain the pre and post borrowing status of the area.

APPENDIX 7.1: Environmental Management Plan (SH-13: Amarpatan-Gorsari-Badera 46.5 km) All activity for supervision is on part of SQC unless involvement of different department Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision A. Design and Construction Stage 1. Alignment  Pavement • Selection of suitable pavement Design requirement • All habitat areas throughout During the Included in Design SQC/MPRD damage and design in habitat areas the alignment design construction Consultant C inadequate considering alignment level and stage cost drainage drainage provisions in • Raise road level above the habitat areas nearby areas with provision of adequate side drains to evacuate the rain water and domestic discharges (drained by habitats occasionally) to prevent damage to road and rain water entry to habitats’ houses. • Provision of adequate no of cross drainage structures based on drainage pattern around the alignment  Safety along the • Make provisions of crash barriers Design requirement • Crash barriers are proposed During the Included in Design SQC/MPRD proposed at accident prone areas at the following chainages design construction Consultant C alignment • Provision of rumble strips in along the project corridor stage cost habitat areas to regulate speed. • Provision of retro-reflective Chainage warning sign boards nears From To school, hospital, religious places 27.900 27.930 and forests areas 31.825 31.855 34.975 35.005 • Provision of footpaths along the 36.435 36.465 road near habitat areas, school,

hospital, religious places and

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7 The total no. trees likely to be cut are estimated to be 166. Compensatory afforestation norm is 1:5. Additional plantation of 1:2 is suggested. Hence, 1197 trees have to be planted in lieu of compensatory plantation. Project has the provision of planting trees on both sides of the road. The lump sum cost of cutting a tree, its afforestation and maintenance is taken as Rs. 1200.

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision • Timing of noisy construction Road and Bridge activities shall be done during works Monitoring night time and weekends near Cost as sensitive receptors such as indicated In schools and temples, concurrent EMoP. noisy operations may be separated to reduce the total noise generated, and if possible re-route traffic during construction to avoid the accumulation of noise beyond standards. Else provision of temporary noise barrier at sensitive locations or near sources. • Time regulation near residential and forest areas construction shall be restricted to daylight hours. • Initiation of multi layered plantation, to serve as mitigation option for operation phase • Honking restrictions near sensitive areas • PPEs to workers • Noise monitoring as per EMoP. 5. Land and Soil  Land use • For construction non-agricultural Project requirement Throughout the project section During Included in Contractor SQC/MPRD Change and Loss areas to be used as borrow and borrow areas design construction C of productive/top areas. and cost soil • If using agricultural land, top soil constructi to be preserved and laid over on Stage either on the embankment slope for growing vegetation to protect soil erosion.  Slope protection • Bio-turfing of embankments to IRC: 56 -1974 Throughout the stretch Design Construction Design SQC/MPRD and Soil erosion protect slopes. recommended especially along hilly areas and cost consultant and C due to • Slope protection by providing practice for constructi Contractor, 103

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision construction frames, dry stone pitching, treatment of on stage activities, masonry retaining walls, planting embankment slopes earthwork, and of grass and trees. for erosion control cut and fill etc. • The side slopes of all cut and fill Clause No. 306 and areas will be graded and covered 305.2.2 with stone pitching, grass and MoSRTH shrub as per design Specifications for specifications. Care should be Road and Bridge taken that the slope gradient works shall not be greater than 2:1. Guidelines IX for  Soil erosion at • The earth stockpiles to be Soil erosion At earth stockpiles Design Construction Contractor SQC/MPRD earth stockpiles provided with gentle slopes to and cost C prevent soil erosion. constructi on stage  Borrow areas • Non-productive, barren lands, IRC Guidelines on Borrow sites location. During Construction Contractor SQC/MPRD upland shall be used for borrow areas and Design cost C borrowing earth with the for quarries and necessary permissions/consents. (Environmental constructi • Depths of borrow pits to be Protection Act and on Stage regulated and sides not steeper Rules, 1986; Water than 25%. Act, Air Act) • Topsoil to be stockpiled and + Clause No. protected for use at the 305.2.2 MoSRTH rehabilitation stage. Specifications for • Transportation of earth materials Road and Bridge through covered vehicles. works • IRC recommended practice for Guidelines V for borrow pits (IRC 10: 1961). Borrow Areas • Borrow areas not to be dug Management continuously. • To the extent borrow areas shall be sited away from habitated areas. Borrow areas shall be leveled with salvaged material or other filling materials which do not pose contamination of soil. Else, it shall be converted into fishpond in consultation with fishery department and land

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision owner/community. Rehabilitation of the borrow areas as per Guidelines for redevelopment of Borrow Areas.  Quarry • Aggregates will be sourced from Clause No. 111.3 Operations existing licensed quarries. MoSRTH • Copies of consent/ approval / Specifications for rehabilitation plan for a new Road and Bridge quarry or use of existing source works Guidelines VI will be submitted to EO, MPRDC. for Quarry Areas • The contractor will develop a Management Quarry Redevelopment plan, as per the Mining Rules of the state and submit a copy of the approval to EA.  Compaction of • Construction vehicles, Design Parking areas, Haulage roads Just Included in Contractor SQC/MPRD soil and impact on machinery, and equipment to be requirement and construction yards. before construction C quarry haul roads stationed in the designated ROW commenc cost due to movement to avoid compaction. ement of of vehicles and • Approach roads/haulage roads constructi equipments shall be designed along the on barren and hard soil area to reduce the compaction. • Transportation of quarry material to the dumping site through heavy vehicles shall be done through existing major roads to the extent possible to restrict wear and tear to the village/minor roads. • Land taken for construction camp and other temporary facility shall be restored to its original conditions.  Contamination • Construction vehicles and Design Fuelling station, construction Just Monitoring Contractor SQC/MPRD of soil due to equipment will be maintained requirement sites, and construction camps before Cost Included C leakage/spillage and refueled in such a fashion and disposal location. commenc in EMoP of oil, bituminous that oil/diesel spillage does not ement of and non constructi 105

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision bituminous debris contaminate the soil. on generated from • Fuel storage and refueling sites demolition and to be kept away from drainage road construction channels. • Unusable debris shall be dumped in ditches and low lying areas. • To avoid soil contamination Oil- Interceptors shall be provided at wash down and refueling areas. • Waste oil and oil soaked cotton/ cloth shall be stored in containers labeled ‘Waste Oil’ and ‘Hazardous’ sold off to MoEF/SPCB authorized vendors • Non-bituminous wastes to be dumped in borrow pits with the concurrence of landowner and covered with a layer of topsoil conserved from opening the pit. • Bituminous wastes will be disposed off in an identified dumping site approved by the State Pollution Control Board • Soil quality monitoring 6. Water Resources Sourcing of water • Requisite permission shall be - Throughout the Project section During Included in Contractor SQC/MPRD during Construction obtained for abstraction of Constructi construction C groundwater from Central on stage cost Groundwater Authority • Arrangements shall be made by contractor that the water availability and supply to nearby communities remain unaffected.  Disposal of water • Provisions shall be made to Clause No. 1010 EP Throughout the Project section During Included in Contractor SQC/MPRD during connect road side drains with Act 1986 MoSRTH Constructi construction C Construction exiting nearby ponds otherwise Specifications for on stage cost make provision of water Road and Bridge

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision harvesting pits intermittently. works  Alteration in • Existing drainage system to be Design requirement, Near all drainage channels, etc. During Included in Contractor SQC surface water maintained and further Clause No 501.8.6. Constructi construction hydrology due to enhanced. MoSRTH on stage cost embankment • Provision shall be made for Specifications for adequate size and number of Road and Bridge cross drainage structures esp. in the areas where land is sloping towards road alignment.  Siltation in water • Embankment slopes to be Design requirement Near water bodies and Andhyari During Included in Contractor SQC bodies due to modified suitably to restrict the , river Constructi construction construction soil debris entering water bodies. Clause No 501.8.6. on stage cost activities/ • Provision of Silt fencing shall be MoSRTH earthwork made at water bodies. Specifications for • Silt/sediment should be collected Road and Bridge and stockpiled for possible reuse works as surfacing of slopes where (CP and CP) they have to be re-vegetated. and worldwide best • Earthworks and stone works to practices be prevented from impeding natural flow of existing drainage system.  Deterioration in • No vehicles or equipment should The Water Water bodies, refueling stations, During Construction Contractor SQC water quality due be parked or refuelled near (Prevention and construction camps. Constructi cost to leakage from water-bodies, so as to avoid Control of Pollution) on Stage vehicles and contamination from fuel and Act, 1974 and Monitoring cost equipments and lubricants. amendments as indicated in waste from • Oil and grease traps and fuelling thereof. EMoP construction platforms to be provided at re- camps. fuelling locations. • All chemicals and oil shall be stored away from water and concreted platform with catchment pit for spills collection. • All equipment operators, drivers, and warehouse personnel will be trained in immediate response for spill containment and 107

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision eventual cleanup. Readily available, simple to understand and preferably written in the local language emergency response procedure, including reporting, will be provided by the contractors • Construction camp to be sited away from water bodies. • Wastes must be collected, stored and taken to approve disposal site only. • Water quality shall be monitored periodically. 7. Flora and Fauna  Vegetation loss • Minimize tree cutting to the Forest Conservation Throughout project corridor During the Indicated MPRDC SQC due to site extent possible. Act 1980 design above through preparation and • Roadside trees to be removed + and competent construction with prior approval of competent IRC SP: 21 and IRC Constructi authority activities and authority. SP:66 on stage Plantation Strategy • Compensatory plantation at 1:5 basis and additional plantation as per the IRC guidelines in consultation with Forest Department. • Regular maintenance of all trees planted. • Provision of LPG in construction camp as fuel source to avoid tree cutting, wherever possible. • Plantation of trees on both sides of the road. Integrate vegetation management (IVM) with the carriage way completely clear of vegetation. From the edge of the road to the boundary of ROW, vegetation structured with smaller plants near the line and

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision larger trees further away to avoid costly and provide habitats for a wide variety of plants and animals. Additional plantation to check erosion as part of compensatory plantation. • In the event of design changes during the construction stages additional assessments including the possibility to save trees shall be made by the EA. • Road side Plantation Strategy as per IRC specifications including manuring. • Control use of pesticides/fertilizers 8. Construction Camps  Impact associated • All camps should maintain Design Requirement All construction camps During Included in Contractor and SQC with location minimum distance from Constructi construction EO following: on stage cost # 500 m from habitation # 1000 m from forest areas where possible # 500 m from water bodies where possible # 500 m from through traffic route where possible • The average distance between two camps should be 50 km 109

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision  worker’s Health in • The location, layout and basic The Building and All construction camps During Part of the Contractor SQC construction facility provision of each labor Other Construction constructi Contract camp camp will be submitted to SQC workers (Regulation on stage prior to their construction. The of Employment and construction shall commence Conditions of only after approval of SQC. Service) Act 1996 • The contractor will maintain and necessary living accommodation The Water and ancillary facilities in (Prevention and functional and hygienic manner Control of Pollution) as approved by the EA. Act, 1974 and • Adequate water and sanitary amendments latrines with septic tanks thereof attached to soak pits shall be provided. • Preventive medical care to be provided to workers including a First-Aid kit that must be available in the camp. • Waste disposal facilities such as dust bins must be provided in the camps and regular disposal of waste must be carried out . • The Contractor will take all precautions to protect the workers from insect and pest to reduce the risk to health. This includes the use of insecticides which should comply with local regulations. • No alcoholic liquor or prohibited drugs will be imported to, sell, give, barter to the workers of host community. • Awareness raising to immigrant workers/local community on communicable and sexually transmitted diseases.

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision 8. Management of Construction Waste/Dismantled Debris  Selection of • Unproductive/wastelands shall Design Requirement At all Dumping Sites Constructi Part of the Contractor. SQC Dumping Sites be selected for dumping sites. and MoSRTH on contract • Away from residential areas and guidelines water bodies • Dumping sites have adequate capacity equal to the amount of debris generated. • Public perception and consent from the village Panchayats has to be obtained before finalizing the location. 111

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision  Reuse and • The existing bitumen surface disposal of shall be utilized for paving of construction and cross roads, access roads, and dismantled waste paving works in construction sites and camps, temporary traffic diversions, and haulage routes. • All excavated materials from roadway, shoulders, verges, drains, cross drainage will be used for backfilling embankments, filling pits, and landscaping. • Unusable debris material should be suitably disposed off at pre- designated disposal locations, with approval of the concerned authority. The bituminous wastes shall be disposed in secure landfill sites only in environmentally accepted manner. For removal of debris, wastes and its disposal MOSRTH guidelines should be followed. • Unusable and surplus materials, as determined by the Project Engineer, will be removed and disposed off-site. 8. Accessibility, Traffic Management, Accident and Safety Risks  Design • Temporary traffic diversion shall Throughout the project corridor During Project Contractor SQC requirement and be planned by the contractor and Design requirement especially at intersections. constructi preparation Traffic Planning approved by the ‘Engineer’. and on stage and During • The traffic control plans shall IRC SP:55 construction Construction contain details of diversions; cost Stage traffic safety arrangements during construction; safety measures for nighttime traffic

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision and precautions for transportation of hazardous materials. Traffic control plans shall be prepared in line with requirements of IRC’s SP 55 document’. • The Contractor will ensure that the diversion/detour is always maintained in running condition, particularly during the monsoon to avoid disruption to traffic flow. • On stretches where it is not possible to pass the traffic on the part width of existing carriageway, temporary paved diversions will be constructed. • Restriction of construction activity to only one side of the existing road. • The contractor shall inform local community of changes to traffic routes, and pedestrian access arrangements with assistance from “Engineer”. • Use of adequate signages to ensure traffic management and safety. Conduct of regular safety audit on safety measures.  Pedestrians, • All measures for the safety of Design requirement Near habitation on both sides of Included in Contractor in SQC animal and traffic during construction viz. and schools, temples, hospitals, construction consultation Vehicular signs, markings, flags, lights and • IRC: SP: 27 - graveyards, construction sites, cost. with Forest movement, flagmen as proposed in the 1984 Report haulage roads, diversion sites department Traffic Control Plan/Drawings Containing (refer Table 5.3. Some of the and MPRDC shall be taken. Recommendation specific locations are: s of IRC Regional • Temporary access and diversion, Workshops on Amarpatan, Nandantola, with proper drainage facilities. Highway Safety Gorsari, Gauraiya, Lategaon • Access to the schools, temples • IRC:SP: 32 -1988 etc. and other public places must be Road Safety for maintained when construction Children (5-12 113

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision takes place near them. Years Old) • Fencing wherever cattle • IRC:SP: 44 -1994 movement is expected. To avoid Highway Safety Code the need for cattle underpasses, • IRC: SP: 55 - some of the proposed culverts 2001 Guidelines `near habitations may be for Safety in widened to facilitate cattle Construction movement. Zones  Safety of Workers • Contractors to adopt and • The Building and Construction sites Constructi Included in Obligation of SQC and accident risk maintain safe working practices. other on period construction Contractor from construction • Usage of fluorescent and Construction cost activities workers Act 1996 retroflectory signage, in local and Cess Act of language at the construction 1996 sites • Factories Act • Training to workers on safety 1948 procedures and precautions. • Mandatory appointment of safety officer. • All regulations regarding safe scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, gangway, stairwells, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and egress shall be complied with. • Provision of PPEs to workers. • Provision of a readily available first aid unit including an adequate supply of dressing materials. • The contractor will not employ any person below the age of 14 years for any work • Use of hazardous material should be minimized and/or restricted. • Emergency plan (to be approved by engineer) shall be prepared to respond to any accidents or

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision emergencies. • Accident Prevention Officer must be appointed by the contractor.  Accident risk to • Restrict access to construction Construction sites local community sites to authorized personnels • Physical separation must be provided for movement of vehicular and human traffic. • Adequate signages must be provided for safe traffic movement 9. Common Property Resources and other Utilities  Utilities • All telephone and electrical Project requirement Throughout the corridor Before Included in Contractor/SQ SQC poles/wires and underground Constructi construction / C cables should be shifted before on R and R cost. start of construction 10. Enhancement Measures  Environmental • Maintenance of tree Environmental Throughout the corridor Design Construction Contractor SQC enhancement plantations. Enhancement as and cost along the corridor • Enhancement/rehabilitation of part of project Constructi borrow areas and camp sites requirement on Stage etc. 11. Contractor Demobilization 115

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision  Clean-up • Contractor will prepare site Project requirement Throughout the Corridor and Immediate ---- Contractor SQC Operations, restoration plans, which will be borrow areas ly after Restoration and approved by the ‘Engineer’. Constructi Rehabilitation The clean-up and restoration on operations are to be implemented by the contractor prior to demobilization. • All construction zones including culverts, road-side areas, camps, hot mix plant sites, crushers, batching plant sites and any other area used/affected by the project will be left clean and tidy, at the contractor's expense, to the satisfaction of the Environmental officer. All the opened borrow areas will be rehabilitated .and ‘Engineer’ will certify in this regard. B. Operation Stage 1. Climate and Air quality  Air pollution due • Roadside tree plantations shall Environmental Throughout the Corridor Througho Indicated In SQC/contractor to due to be maintained. Protection Act, ut EMoP vehicular • Regular maintenance of the road 1986; The Air operation movement will be done to ensure good (Prevention and period surface condition Control of Pollution) • Vehicular air pollution will be Act, 1981 managed and monitored at the toll plazas. • Ambient air quality monitoring. If monitored parameters are above the prescribed limit, suitable control measures must be taken. • Technological and behavioral changes • Road signs shall be provided reminding the motorist to

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision  Siltation • Regular visual checks shall be Near water bodies and Andhyari made to observe any incidence river Indicated in of blockage of drains/culverts. EMoP  Water logging • Regular checks shall be done Throughout the corridor due to blockage along the alignment to ensure of streams that flow of water is maintained through cross drains and other channels/streams. • Monitoring of water borne diseases due to stagnant water bodies 5. Flora and Fauna  Vegetation • Planted trees, shrubs, and Forest Conservation Throughout project section During Indicated in SQC grasses to be properly Act 1980 whole Monitoring cost maintained. operation in EMoP • The tree survivalist audit to be period conducted at least once in a year to assess the effectiveness • Maintenance of box culverts, wherever provided. 6. Flooding/ inundation  Road inundation • MPRDC will ensure that all Project operation Throughout the stretch During Overall SQC due to choking of drains (side drains and all cross requirement particularly in low lying sections whole Operation cost drainage drainages) are periodically operation channels cleared especially before period monsoon season to facilitate the quick passage of rainwater and avoid flooding. 7. Right-of-Way Maintenance  Accident Risk due • Efforts shall be made to make Project requirement Throughout the Project route During Included in SQC to uncontrolled shoulder completely clear of whole operation/ growth of vegetation. operation Maintenance vegetation • Regular maintenance of period. cost plantation along the roadside • Invasive plant not to be planted

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Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision near the road. 8. Accidents and Safety  Accident risks • Traffic control measures, IRC:SP:55 Throughout the Project route During Included in SQC associated with including speed limits, will be whole operation/ traffic movement. enforced strictly. operation Maintenance • Further encroachment and period. cost squatting within the ROW will be prevented. • No school or hospital will be allowed to be established within 100 m of the highway without permission from the planning authorities. • Monitor/ensure that all safety provisions included in design and construction phase are properly maintained • Highway patrol unit(s) for round the clock patrolling. Phone booths for accidental reporting and ambulance services with minimum response time for rescue of any accident victims, if possible. • Tow-away facility for the break down vehicles, if possible. • Coordination with operating agency of intersecting National Highways to have common facilities and share the costs as appropriate, if possible.  Transport of • Preparation of spill prevention Throughout the project stretch Included in SQC Dangerous and control and emergency operation/ Goods preparedness and responsive Maintenance plans based on an analysis of cost. hazards, implementation of presentation and control measures. 119

Environmental Remedial Measure Reference to laws Approximate Time Mitigation Institutional Responsibility Issue/ Component /guidelines Location Frame Cost Implementation Supervision • Emergency plan for vehicles carrying hazardous material 9. Monitoring Operation Performance  Monitoring • The MPRDC will monitor the Throughout the corridor Included in SQC Operation operational performance of the EMoP Performance various mitigation/ enhancement measures carried out as a part of the project • The indicators selected for monitoring include the survival rate of trees; utility of enhancement provision, status of rehabilitation of borrow areas, Air quality, water quality, noise levels, soil quality, drainage pattern, etc. EA: Executing Agency, MPRDC: Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation, SQC: Supervision Quality Controller, EO: Environmental Officer, IRC: Indian Road Congress

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APPENDIX 7.2: Monitoring Plan for the Performance Indicators Env. Project Frequency Approximate Indicator Parameters Method/Guidelines Location Standards Implementation Supervision Stage and Duration cost (Rs) s High volume sampler Hot mix plants, stone crushers to be located 50 m 24 hr Contractor and construction/ earthwork Construction from the plant in the continuous, 6x5000x3x3 through approved sites and as suggested by NAAQS SQC stage downwind direction. 3/year for 3 =Rs. 2,70,000 monitoring SQC Use method specified years agency SPM, (Total 6 Locations) by CPCB for analysis Air RSPM, SO2, High volume sampler Quality NOX, CO, to be located 50 m Major Road Intersections and 24 hr SQC through HC from the selected 6X5000x3X1 Operation Residential area continuous, approved locations in the NAAQS =Rs 90,000 SQC stage (6 Locations) 3/year for 1 monitoring downwind direction. year agency Use method specified by CPCB for analysis Groundwater at Construction Ground water: (IS: Camps/site and Surface water Contractor Construction 10500:1991) at and downstream of river 3/year for 3 6x 4000x3X3 through approved CPCB SQC stage and Grab sample collected and any large pond located years =Rs 216, 000 monitoring Surface from source and close to the alignment being agency water for analyze as per used by local community. Water Class D and Quality Class E as Standard Methods for Groundwater at 2 locations and Examination of Water Prescribed Surface water sample of river EO through Operation by CPCB and Wastewater (downstream of bridge 3/year for 1 6X3x4000 approved CPCB SQC stage and for Location) and stagnant water year =Rs 72, 000 monitoring vector borne bodies developed due to agency diseases borrow areas Once during Guidelines Siltation Visual Checks for presence of All rivers/streams/drainage rainy seasons Routine work from water in Water Construction construction debris/waste and channels and major water of the of Engineering Contractor SQC resources Bodies bodies along the stretch construction Team blockade of drainage channels department period. 121

Env. Project Frequency Approximate Indicator Parameters Method/Guidelines Location Standards Implementation Supervision Stage and Duration cost (Rs) s Guidelines EO, with support Once during Routine work from water of Water Operation operation of of Engineering SQC st resources Resource 1 year Team department Department Construction sites, major road Free field at 1 m from intersections and 1 each at 24 hr 10x1500x3x3 Construction the equipment whose residential, commercial and continuous, =Rs. 1,35,000 SQC SQC stage noise levels are being sensitive locations along the 3*/year for 3 Equivalent determined. alignment. years Noise levels Noise (10 Locations) on dB (A) MoEF levels Equivalent Noise scale for day levels using an Near residential, commercial and night Operation integrated noise level and silence zone. 3 / year for 1 6x3000x3X1 SQC SQC stage meter kept at a (6 Locations) year =Rs 54, 000 distance of 15 m from edge of Pavement NPK (ICAR standard ) Once during CPCB and Construction and heavy agricultural land and HMP whole NPK as per 12,000 SQC SQC Stage metals for sites construction ICAR Soil dredging stage standard Quality sites At oil spillage locations and Once for the Operation Oil and As specified by the other probable soil first year of CPCB 12,000 SQC SQC stage grease site engineer contamination location operation MPRDC/SQC Part of routine Construction Visual action of After first rain Contractor MPRDC Stage Visual check Throughout the project Checks engineering Soil for Soil corridor especially at River team Erosion erosion and banks, bridge locations Part of routine Once during Operation siltation structures Visual action of operation of Engineering Team of MPRDC Stage st Checks engineering 1 year team Throughout the Project Part of routine Drainage Once in a Construction Corridor especially at probable None action of Contractor’s Congesti Visual Checks year before SQC stage drainage congestion areas as Specific engineering Engineering Team on rainy season described in IEE team

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Env. Project Frequency Approximate Indicator Parameters Method/Guidelines Location Standards Implementation Supervision Stage and Duration cost (Rs) s Once in a Part of routine Operation year before None action of MPRDC Engineering Team Stage rainy season Specific engineering for 3 yrs team IRC guidelines Identification of and Best Contractor with Construction Visual Once in a borrow areas as per Borrow areas to be operated Practices approval from SQC Stage Checks month IEE for Borrow MPRDC Borrow Part of the area Areas Contract operation Borrow Operation Visual Rehabilitation as Quarterly for 1 Area Closed Borrow Areas MPRDC Stage Checks recommended in IEE year rehabilitatio n Plan Storage Area, Construct Construction IRC Quarterly ion Sites for guidelines Part of the Contractor with Construction Rapid audit as per during Sites and Hygiene, Construction Sites and Camp and to the regular approval from SQC stage reporting format construction Labour drainage satisfaction monitoring E.O., MPRDC period Camp Medical of SQC Facilities Etc. During site Surveillance monitoring of trees Construction Throughout the Project clearance in felling SQC/Local Forest Departments Stage Section construction As phase Included in Tree suggested overall The Engineer will be responsible Plantatio by Forest plantation Cost for monitoring upto the Defect n Operation Audit for survival rate of trees Throughout the Project Once in a Dept. Liability Period in any particular stage plantation Section year for years stretch. After this period the SQC will be responsible for monitoring Monitoring Costs: INR 0.86 Million MPRDC – Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation Limited, EO: Environmental Officer, SQC-Supervision Quality Controller; IS - India standard; NOx - Nitrogen Oxide; Pb - Plumbum, (lead); RPM - Respirable Particulate Matter; SO2 - Sulfur Dioxide; SPM - Suspended Particulate Matter, HC- Hydrocarbon, CO- Carbon monoxide