Environmental Monitoring Report
Project Number: 39399-013 May 2018
Period: October 2016 – September 2017
IND: South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project
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Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Government of Sikkim
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Department of Tourism & Civil Aviation Government of Sikkim
South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project- India
Annual Environmental Safeguards Monitoring Report October 2016 to September 2017
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REVISION PREPARATION, REVIEW ISSUE
Issued to Revision Date Prepared by Reviewed by Distribution List by: 1 07/11/2017 Dr. Deepak Malik Mr. Nishith Srivastava
2 31/01/2018 Mr. Sandipan Das Mr. L.R. Dua Mr. L.R. Dua
3 13/03/2018 Mr. Sandipan Das Mr. L.R. Dua Mr. L.R. Dua
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TABLE OF CONTENT 1. INTRODUCTION...... 1 1.1. PROJECT BACKGROUND ...... 1 1.2. PRESENT STATUS OF SUB-PROJECT CONTRACT PACKAGES ...... 2 1.2.1. FIRST YEAR SUB-PROJECT CONTRACT PACKAGES ...... 2 1.2.2. SUBSEQUENT YEAR SUB-PROJECT CONTRACT PACKAGES ...... 4 2. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL COVENANT AS PER LOAN AGREEMENT ...... 8 3. INSTITUTIONAL SETUP ...... 9 4. COMPLIANCE STATUS OF SUB-PROJECT CONTRACT PACKAGES ...... 10 4.1 PACKAGE PM1- STRENGTHENING AND UPGRADING OF EXISTING ROAD FROM RANKA TO SAJONG (EAST SIKKIM) ...... 11 4.1.1 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH NATIONAL/STATE /LOCAL STATUTORY ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .... 11 4.1.2 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 14 4.1.3 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 29 4.2 PACKAGE PM2- STRENGTHENING AND UPGRADING OF EXISTING ROAD IN WEST SIKKIM ...... 31 4.2.1 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH NATIONAL/STATE /LOCAL STATUTORY ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .... 31 4.2.2 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 34 4.2.3 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 50 TABLE 4.2 (D): DETAILS OF AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING DURING THE REPORTING PERIOD OF PM2 ...... 52 TABLE 4.2 (E): DETAILS OF NOISE LEVEL MONITORING DURING THE REPORTING PERIOD OF PM2...... 52 TABLE 4.2 (F): DETAILS OF WATER QUALITY MONITORING DURING THE REPORTING PERIOD OF PM2...... 53 4.3 PACKAGE DP1 – PROCUREMENT OF WORK FOR STRENGTHENING AND UP GRADATION OF ROAD SEGMENT-DAMTHANG JUNCTION TO INDIAN HIMALAYAN CENTRE AT CHEMCHEY, SOUTH SIKKIM...... 53 4.4 PACKAGE DP6 – PROCUREMENT OF WORK FOR INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES AT EXISTING BASE CAMP AT YUKSOM, WEST SIKKIM ...... 54 4.4.1 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH NATIONAL/STATE /LOCAL STATUTORY ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .... 54 4.4.2 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 56 4.4.3 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 68 4.5 PACKAGE DP8 – PROCUREMENT OF ADVENTURE AND ECO TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITY UP GRADATION AT EXISTING IHCAE CAMPUS, CHEMCHEY IN SOUTH SIKKIM ...... 70 4.5.1 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH NATIONAL/STATE /LOCAL STATUTORY ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .... 70 4.5.2 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 73 4.5.3 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 84 4.6 PACKAGE DP9 – PROCUREMENT OF COMMUNITY BASED VILLAGE TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT IN VILLAGE CLUSTER OF REY-MINDU AND DAMTHANG IN EAST SIKKIM & SOUTH SIKKIM .. 86 4.6.1 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH NATIONAL/STATE /LOCAL STATUTORY ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .... 86 4.6.2 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 89 4.6.3 COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 102
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5. IMPLEMENTATION OF GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM AND COMPLAINTS RECEIVED FROM STAKEHOLDERS ...... 105 6. PUBLIC CONSULTATION ...... 105 7. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ...... 107
List of Tables Table Page Particulars No. No. 1.1(A) Details of Sub-Project Contract Packages 2 1.1(B) Details of Subsequent Years Sub-Project Contract Packages 4 2.1 Environmental Covenant Compliance Requirement as per Loan Agreement 8 4.1(A) Compliance Status with National/State/Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of PM1 11 4.1(B) Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of PM1 14 4.1(C) Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plans of PM1 29 4.2(A) Compliance Status with National/State/Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of PM2 31 4.2(B) Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of PM2 34 4.2(C) Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of PM2 50 4.2(D) Details of Ambient Air Quality monitoring during the reporting period of PM2 52 4.2(E) Details of Noise Level Monitoring during the reporting period of PM2 52 4.3(F) Details of Water Quality Monitoring during the reporting period of PM2 53 4.4(A) Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP6 54 4.4(B) Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP6 56 4.4(C) Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plans of DP6 68 4.5(A) Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP8 70 4.5(B) Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP8 73 4.5(C) Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plans of DP8 84 4.6(A) Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP9 86 4.6(B) Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP9 89 4.6(C) Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plans of DP9 102 6.1(A) Details of consultations with village communities in nearby sub-project packages 106
List of Figure Figure -1: Project Location Map 7 List of Site Photographs PM1 - Widening and Strengthening Ranka-Sajong Road and providing wayside Amenities along 108 the Road in East Sikkim. PM2 - Strengthening and Up-gradation of Road Segments in West Sikkim 108 DP6 - Integrated Redevelopment and Provision of Comprehensive Trekkers Facility and Services 109 at existing Base Camp at Yuksom (West Sikkim) DP8 - Adventure and Eco-Tourism Infrastructure and Facility Up-gradation at existing IHCAE 109 Campus, Chemchey (South Sikkim) DP9 - Procurement of Community Based Village Tourism Infrastructure Development in Village 110 Clusters of Rey – Mindu and Damthang in East & South Sikkim.
Public Consultation Photographs 110
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Appendices Appendix No. Particulars Page No. Appendix 1: State Government Notification for Establishment of PMIU/PIU A-1 Appendix 2A.1: Air, Noise and Water Quality Monitoring Report for subproject PM1 A-3 Appendix 2A.2: Noise Level Monitoring Report for subproject PM1 A-4 Appendix 2A.3: Water Quality Monitoring Report for subproject PM1 A-5 Appendix 2B.1: Air, Noise and Water Quality Monitoring for subproject PM2 A-6 Appendix 2B.2: Noise Level Monitoring for subproject PM2 A-11 Appendix 2B.3: Water Quality Monitoring for subproject PM2 A-16 Appendix 3: GRC Notification A-18 Appendix 4: Attendance Sheet (Environmental Review Meeting – 16 November, 2016 A-19 and Consultation with Village Communities)
Abbreviations Abbreviation Full Form ADB - Asian Development Bank ASI - Archaeological Survey of India BIS - Bureau of Indian Standard CO - Carbon Monoxide CoI - Corridor of Impact CPCB - Central Pollution Control Board CSWMP - Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan CTE - Consent to Establish CTO - Consent to Operate dB - Decibel DoT & CAv - Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation EARF - Environmental Assessment and Review Framework EMP - Environment Management Plan ES - Environmental Specialist GoI - Government of India GoS - Government of Sikkim HIV/AIDS - Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome HMP - Hot Mix Plant IEE - Initial Environment Examination IS - Indian Standard LA - Loan Agreement LMV - Light Motor Vehicle MoEF&CC - Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change
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Abbreviation Full Form MoRTH - Ministry of Road Transport and Shipping MOU - Memorandum of Understanding NAAQS - National Ambient Air Quality Standards NOC - No Objection Certificate
NOx - Oxides of Nitrogen PIU - Project Implementation Unit
PM 2.5 - Particulate Matter < 2.5 microns
PM10 - Particulate Matter < 10 microns PMDSC - Project Management Design and Supervision Consultant PMIU - Project Management and Implementation Unit PPE - Personnel Protective Equipment PUC - Pollution Under Control RAP - Resettlement Action Plan RMP - Ready Mix Plant RoW - Right of Way RP - Resettlement Plan RSPM - Respirable Suspended Particulate Matter SASEC - South Asian Sub-Regional Economic Co-operation SATIDP - South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Development Project SFD - State Forest Department
SO2 - Sulphur Dioxide SPCB - State Pollution Control Board SPM - Suspended Particulate Matter TCP - Traffic Control Plans TDS - Total Dissolved Solids TSS - Total Suspended Solids WMP - Wet Mix Plant
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Project Background
1. The South Asia Tourism Infrastructure Project (SATIDP) is a part of South Asian Sub-Regional Economic Co-operation (SASEC) which promotes environmentally and culturally sustainable and socially inclusive tourism growth in the South Asian sub region. This will be through: (i) integrated development of high yielding tourism circuits and destinations, (ii) effective management of tourism and environment and culture and (iii) enhancing the linkages of expanded tourism to the local communities. 2. The project was envisaged promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive models of cluster growth in the South Asia sub–region through tourism infrastructure development that would help tap the economic opportunities in the project specific countries i.e. Nepal, India and Bangladesh, as per the agreed project lists. 3. The Indian component covers the Sikkim state. The tourist destination and its connectivity improvement in the state of Sikkim focuses on (i) World famous Buddhist Monastery at Rumtek in East Sikkim (ii) The nature based sites forming part of the Great Himalayan Trail in West Sikkim district (iii) Villages having potential of Heritage Tourism (iv) Transformation of Sikkim into a sub-regional center of learning and strengthening and development of existing Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Eco-tourism at Chemchey in South Sikkim. 4. The project is being funded from external assistance from Asian Development Bank through Loan (ADB Loan No. 2578-IND) for South Asian Tourism Infrastructure Development Project, India in the state of Sikkim. The Department of Tourism, Government of Sikkim is the Executing Agency (EA). 5. Project Management and Implementation Unit (PMIU) have been established for the overall project management at state level and Project Implementation Units (PIUs) at district level. The PMIU is supported by Project Management Design and Supervision Consultants (PMDSC) engaged under the project to provide assistance to the PMIU/PIUs during project planning, designing and implementation. The Contractors has been engaged to undertake civil works for different sub projects. 6. This Annual Environmental Safeguards Monitoring report provides information pertaining for the period October 2016 to September 2017. The annual environmental Safeguards monitoring report provides compliance status related to National/ State/ Local Regulations; compliance with Safeguards loan covenants; Safeguards management plan and environmental monitoring.
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1.2. Present Status of Sub-Project Contract Packages
1.2.1. First Year Sub-Project Contract Packages
7. The present status of sub projects is given below in Table 1.1(A), and details of subsequent years sub-project is given in Table 1.1 (B), while the project location map is given in Figure 1.0. Table 1.1(A): Details of Sub-Project Contract Packages Width of Proposed Contract Road+ Shoulders+ Environmental Description of Sub Project Status of Contract Remarks Package Drain +Parapets Categorization Carriageway Formation PM1 Strengthening and upgrading Contractor: - Mr. T. Lachungpa Work has not of existing Road from Ranka 5.50 m 6.71 m B Category been completed to Sajong (8.580 km) Contract signed on: 18-04-2013 by the East Sikkim Contractor in Start Date 15-05-2013 the extended contract time Completion Date 14-11-2015 period.
Revised extended time approved as 14 The remaining June 2016. work have to be carried out by Progress of work remain slow in spite of the Department issuance of many notices of slow progress of Tourism and with reminders. Civil Aviation, Govt. of Sikkim Further extension granted upto 15th and ADB will not Sept. 2017. fund for remaining work. Progress 45%. PM2 Strengthening and upgrading Contractor: - M/s M.K. Gupta & Co. Work of existing road in West B Category completed. Sikkim: Contract signed on 30-04-2012
A - Peling Sector Start Date 30-04-2012 1. Pelling Zero Point to 5.50 m 6.42 m Pelling Completion Date 29-10-2014 Helipad (0.9 km)
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Width of Proposed Contract Road+ Shoulders+ Environmental Description of Sub Project Status of Contract Remarks Package Drain +Parapets Categorization Carriageway Formation 2. Approach Road to 3.75m 5.12 m Contractor applied for extension and was Pemayangtse granted extension up to 30th June 2016. Monastery (0.5 km) B- Yuksom Sector 5.50 m 6.87 m Further extension granted upto 15th Yuksom Bazaar to Yuksom Sept. 2017. Helipad (2.84 km) Progress 100% DP1 Strengthening and upgrading 4.00 m 6.00 m B Category Contractor: - M/s Agsha Enterprises. Work of road from Damthang to completed. Himalayan Institute of Contract signed on 13-06-2013. Chemchey (2.36 km) South Contract Sikkim Start Date 10-07-2013 finalized.
Completion date 09-10-2014 Road handed over to the Further extension granted upto 31-3- concerned 2015. Department.
Progress 100% DP2 Cultural Destination - - - Sub - project has Development of Guru been dropped Padmasambhava Statue due to Complex, Samdruptse- administrative Retrofitting & Environmental reasons. Up gradation and Provision of Tourist/Pilgrim Facilities & Amenities (South Sikkim).
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1.2.2. Subsequent Year Sub-Project Contract Packages
Table 1.1(B): Details of Subsequent Years Sub-Project Contract Packages Contract Description of Sub Environmental Status of Contract Remarks Package Project Categorization DP3 Environmental Up- B Category The site was environmentally gradation, Visitor Not Applicable as Sub Project dropped and culturally sensitive and Infrastructure Notified wetland by the required NOC from Ministry of Development and Department of Home Environment and Forest, Provision of Basic Affairs, Government of Government of India for any Services at Khecheopalri Sikkim and included in construction activity in and Lake Precinct (West National Wetland around the sub project area. Sikkim) Conservation Programme and also a proposed Sub Project dropped during Ramsar site under review with ADB Mission 25th Ramsar convention 1971, May 2013 – June 1, 2013. where reclamation work is prohibited as per MoEF&CC Wetland Rule, 2010. DP4A Environmental Up- gradation, Visitor B Category Not Applicable as Sub Project dropped Infrastructure Development and Provision of Basic Services at Shanti View Point (East Sikkim) Sub - Projects dropped due to DP4B Tourism/ Pilgrim administrative reasons. Infrastructure A Category Not Applicable as Sub Project dropped Development & Environmental Improvement of Rumtek Monastery Complex (East Sikkim) DP5 Construction of multi-level - parking near Rumtek Not Applicable as Sub Project dropped Sub - Projects dropped due to Monastic Complex administrative reasons. (East Sikkim) DP6 Redevelopment and Contractor: Mr. Nanda Lall Mundra Works Completed.
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Contract Description of Sub Environmental Status of Contract Remarks Package Project Categorization provision of basic services B Category at Yuksom Base Camp. Contract signed on: 23-08-2014 (West Sikkim) Start Date: 01-09-2014
Completion Date: 30-11-2015
Extended date 30th June 2016
Further extension granted upto 30-4- 2017.
Progress 100% DP7 Eco-Tourism Planning, Sub project is proposed to be Improvement of Singalila A Category Not Applicable as Sub Project dropped undertaken by the Dept. of Trek from Uttarey to Hilley Tourism under state budget. and Provision of Basic Services, Amenities and Sub project dropped from Facilities for Trekkers ADB funding. (West Sikkim) DP8 Infrastructure and Facility Contractor: Mr Mahabir Prasad Development in Indian B Category Agarwal Work substantially completed. Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Ecotourism Contract signed on: 03-03-2014 (IHCAE), Chemchey, South Sikkim. Start date: 29-03-2014
Completion date: 28-03-2016
Extension of completion date sought for and extended granted till 31-8-2016.
Further extension granted till 15 Sept. 2017. MS1 Procurement of The Sub- Project does Contractor: Mr. Mahabir Prasad The sub-project does not Equipment’s and Training not involve civil works. Agarwal involve construction work. Aids for Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Contract signed on: 25-08-2014 Installation of Incinerator has
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Contract Description of Sub Environmental Status of Contract Remarks Package Project Categorization Eco Tourism at Chemchey been dropped since in South Sikkim Start Date: 25-08-2014 Clearance, Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent Completion Date: 24-04-2015 to Operate (CTO) as per Bio- Medical Waste (Management Contractor applied for extension. and Handling) Rules, 1998, Extended till 31-7-2016. (Amendment) Rules 2003 and Bio-Medical Waste Further request for extension of time (Management and Handling) reviewed and approved by the client till Rules, 2016 has not been 30 March 2017. approved.
Further extension granted till 15 Sept. Supply of Procurement of 2017. Equipment’s and Training Aids in progress. Contractor applied for further extension till 15-11-2017. Progress about 83%.
DP9 Village Tourism for Rey- Contractor: Mr. Roshan Agarwal Mindu (East Sikkim) and B Category Work completed. Damthang (South Work allotted on 24-9-2014. Sikkim) Start Date 3-11-2014
Completion Date 2-11-2015
Extension Granted up to 30-6-2016.
Work not completed by extended contract time limit.
Further request for extension of time reviewed and approved by the client till 31 March 2017.
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Figure 1.0: Project Location Map
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2. Compliance Status with the Environmental Covenant as per Loan Agreement
8. Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation is implementing the sub-projects under Project (Loan Agreement No. 2578- IND). During the preparation of IEE’s it was certain that none of the sub projects are located within National Park, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Monuments of cultural and historical importance. Route selection surveys and detailing surveys were carried out prior to the design of the sub project activities for complying with the above stipulations. None of the sub-project sites are passing through any Wildlife Sanctuary or National Park. No sensitive area or monuments of cultural and historical importance is affected by the project activities. The environmental compliance requirement as per the Loan Agreement and its compliance status is summarized and are presented below in Table 2.1. Table 2.1: Environmental Covenant Compliance Requirement as per Loan Agreement Loan Sl. Agreement Environmental Compliance Requirements Compliance Status No. Reference 1. Article IV To carry out the project with due diligence and efficiency Complied Particular and in conformity with sound administrative, financial, Covenants engineering, environmental and tourism industry practices. Section 4.01. 2. Schedule 5, (a) The Project is carried out in accordance with the project Complied Para 9 of design, construction and operations will comply with applicable national and local environmental laws and Loan Agreement ADB's Environment Policy (2002);
(Environment (b) The relevant environmental mitigation measures & Social specified in the Environmental Management Plans are Complied Safeguards). incorporated in tender and bidding documents; (c) Works contracts specifications include requirements to comply with the environmental mitigation measures Complied contained in the Environmental Management Plans; (d) Works contracts are closely supervised to ensure Complied proper implementation of mitigation and management
measures; (e) The project environmental performance is monitored; Complied and (f) a monitoring report describing the progress in Environmental implementing the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) Safeguards and measures adopted to address environmental issues, if Monitoring reports any, is prepared and submitted annually to ADB. have been prepared and submitted periodically. 3. Schedule 5, State of Sikkim shall ensure that construction contracts Complied Para 15 of contain binding requirements for construction contracts to Loan fully reinstate pathways, other local infrastructures, and Agreement. agricultural land to at least their pre-project condition upon construction completion. State of Sikkim shall adequately record the condition of roads, agricultural land and other
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Loan Sl. Agreement Environmental Compliance Requirements Compliance Status No. Reference infrastructure prior to transport of material and construction commencement. 4. Schedule 5, State of Sikkim shall establish, within 3 months of the Grievance Redress Para. 16 of Effective Date, a grievance redress committee or Committee is in Loan committees with representation from all stakeholders in the place. Agreement. Project facilities for addressing any grievances from affected peoples concerning resettlement, environment and any other social issues in a timely manner, misuse of funds or any other irregularities. 5. Schedule 5, Any changes to the location, land alignment, or social or Complied Para. 17 of environmental impacts on account of detailed designs shall Loan be subject to prior approval by ADB. Agreement.
9. The sub-projects were identified and detailed in the project report prepared in compliance with site selection criteria as specified in the Environmental Assessment and Review Framework (EARF). The IEE and EMP were included in the bid documents and contact agreement. For the first-year sub-projects, EMP was developed prior to the signing of the Loan Agreement. IEE and EMP of Strengthening and Up-gradation of Road in East Sikkim and Strengthening and Up-gradation of Road Segments in West Sikkim were subsequently revised and included in the bid documents and contact agreement. The responsibilities of EMP implementation are to be carried out by contractors and to be monitored by the Environment Specialist of PMDSC, the Project Implementation Units (PIUs) and the Project Management and Implementation Unit (PMIU). The function of the environment and social monitoring is being done by PIUs/PMIU through PMDSC. They oversee and check the implementation of EMP by the contractors as reported by supervision consultant and coordinates activities related to the EMP implementation and monitoring at various levels. 10. Work under the sub project are in East, West and South Sikkim Districts and involve strengthening of the existing roads (East, West & South Sikkim), Integrated Redevelopment and Provision of Comprehensive Trekkers Facility and Services at existing Base Camp at Yuksom (West Sikkim), Adventure and Eco-Tourism Infrastructure and Facility Up-gradation at existing IHCAE Campus, Chemchey (South Sikkim), Procurement of Equipment’s and Training Aids for Adventure Tourism for IHCAE Chemchey (South Sikkim) and Community Based Village/Rural Responsible Eco-Tourism Development for Village Clusters at Rey - Mindu and Damthang (East, & South Sikkim).
3. Institutional Setup
11. The Department of Tourism, Government of Sikkim is the Executing Agency (EA). A state level steering committee has been established in the State of Sikkim to oversee the works within the state. Project Management and Implementation Unit (PMIU) have been established for the overall project management at state level and is
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supported by Project Implementation Units (PIUs) at district level. At state level, PMIU is headed by Project Director and supported by other experts from various disciplines. At District level, PIUs are headed by Project Engineers/Coordinator. For better and proper implementation of the project, State Government has constituted PMIU and PIU committees vide notification No. 03/TD dated 04/05/2010. (Ref. Appendix 1.0 on page No. A-1 & A-2). 12 The PMIU is supported by Project Management Design and Supervision Consultants (PMDSC) engaged under the project to provide assistance to the PMIU/PIUs during project planning, designing and implementation. The PMDSC team includes a Safeguards Specialist who supports environmental management functions including updating subproject IEEs in respect to environmental management plans, assists in updating IEEs, monitoring impacts and mitigation measures associate with sub-projects. The PMIU will oversee the implementation of the environmental provision consistent with the ADB’s Environmental Policy, Environmental Assessment Guidelines, and environmental compliance requirements of Government of Sikkim and Government of India. The Contractors has been engaged to undertake civil works for different sub projects. The Contractors through its designated Environment Health Safety officer will implement all monitoring and mitigation measures in the EMP, which is part of the Contract. 4. Compliance Status of Sub-Project Contract Packages
13. The compliance status of all the sub projects with regards to National / State / Local statutory legal compliances; Environmental Management Plan and Monitoring plan are discussed in this section:
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4.1 Package PM1- Strengthening and upgrading of existing Road from Ranka to Sajong (East Sikkim)
4.1.1 Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements
14. The compliance status with National/State /Local statutory environmental requirements for package PM1 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.1(A). Table 4.1(A): Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of PM1 Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance Pre- Construction Stage 1 Environmental Clearance as per MoEF (presently- Department of Not Applicable EIA Notification, 2006. MoEF&CC), GoI. tourism & Civil Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 2 Cutting trees and transporting as Forest Department, Department of Not Applicable per Govt. of Sikkim. tourism & Civil Forest Conservation Act (1980). Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 3 Clearance from SPCB under Air State Pollution Department of Required at construction stage. & Water (Prevention & Control Control Board tourism & Civil of Pollution) Acts (SPCB), Sikkim. Aviation, Government of Sikkim. Construction Stage 4 Consent to establish (CTE) and State Pollution Contractor HMP- Hot mix plant has not been established as no bituminous work consent to operate (CTO) of Control Board involved during the reporting period. Hence, CTE & CTO not following plants under Air & (SPCB), Sikkim. applicable. Water (Prevention & Control of However, contractor has applied for Consent to Establish for HMP on Pollution) Acts – 28/11/2016 to State Pollution Control Board. Further, State Pollution Control Board, Sikkim has directed the Contractor to deposit fee of Rs. Hot mix plant (HMP) 5000/ vide letter No. SPCB/1958 dated 17/01/2017.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance Crushers, Crusher- Contractor has procured construction materials from licensed Batching Plant crushers and obtained the copy of MOU and CTO of the crusher with validity till 31/03/2017.
There has been no work activity in progress involving use of crushed
materials for road construction during the period April to September 2017 and as such renewal MOU and CTO of the crusher plant had not been warranted. Batching Plant: The necessity of Batching plant had not arisen and therefore MOU, CTE &CTO are not applicable. 5 Authorization for disposal of State Pollution Contractor Hazardous waste material has not been generated. Hazardous Waste under Control Board Hazardous Waste (Management (SPCB), Sikkim. and Handling) Rules 1989. 6 Consent for disposal of sewage State Pollution Contractor Local labours have been hired by the contractor. Hence, Labour camp from labour camps under Water Control Board not applicable. (Prevention & Control of (SPCB), Sikkim. Contractor has submitted an undertaking that local labours are being Pollution) Act, 1974 employed for the construction work. 7 Pollution Under Control Department of Contractor There have been little activities involving transportation of materials Certificate (Central Motor and Transport, Govt. of and use of machineries for work activities carried out during the period Vehicle Act Sikkim authorized under report and therefore requirement of PUC certificates did not 1988). emission testing arise. centers, Sikkim. 8 Installation of generators under State Pollution Contractor During reporting period, no diesel generator sets have been installed Air (Prevention & Control of Control Board and operating at site. Pollution) Act. (SPCB), Sikkim. 9 Clearance for excavation and State Pollution Contractor Sub-project excavation work is limited to the construction site only. transporting soil (Municipal Solid Control Board Reuse of excavated materials have been made. Waste Rules 2000). (SPCB), Sikkim. Contractor has obtained permission for dumping of surplus muck vide Ref. No. 136/ ED/T dated 5/1/2015 from Divisional Forest officer, east Territorial Division, department of Forest Environment & Wildlife Management, Gangtok, Government of Sikkim.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance 10 Permission for extraction of Department of Mines Contractor The Contractor obtained / extracted boulders & sand from approved boulder and sand from river and Geology / quarries in river beds and the royalty therefore had been deducted beds under Mines and Minerals Concerned District from the Contractor’s bills during the period under report at rates fixed (Regulation and Development) Administration, under Mines & Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957 as Act, 1957 as amended Government of amended thereafter till date. thereafter. Sikkim 11 License for storing diesel under Commissioner of Contractor Storage of diesel and hazardous material has not been made. Hence, Petroleum Rules, 2002 and Explosives and State license is not applicable. Hazardous Waste (Management Pollution Control and Handling) Rule 1989. Board (SPCB), Sikkim. 12 Employing Labours and District Labour Contractor Labour Clearance Certificate has been obtained from Department of Establishing Labour camps (The Commissioner. Labour, Government of Sikkim. Building and Other Construction Labour cess being paid to Labour Department as per requirement. Workers (Regulation of Further clarification regarding labour license sought from labour Employment and Conditions of department. Service) Act, 1996). Inter State Migrant Workmen License has been obtained from Labour Department with validity upto 31/12/2017 Contractor has obtained Labour Insurance policy with validity till 17/11/2017. 13 Clearance for crossing other Irrigation Department Contractor Not Applicable waterways. Government of Sikkim. 14 Permission to withdraw surface Irrigation Department Contractor Ground water has not been used for construction purpose. and ground water for / Concerned District Contractor has obtained permission from Rey - Mendu Gram construction purpose. Administration, Panchayat for use of stream water for construction purpose. Government of Sikkim.
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4.1.2 Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan
15. The compliance status with EMP implementation for package PM1 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.1 (B). Table 4.1 (B): Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of PM1
Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent 1 Location Impacts 1.1 Land acquisition and Permanent Major No land acquisition impacts as the proposed PIU Not Applicable resettlement impacts strengthening of the road will be restricted to required due to widening of the existing RoW. Affected Persons, if any, roads at certain locations, will be relocated and compensated in where required. accordance to the RP. 1.2 Project road passes through Temporary Moderate Project road involves minimal slope cutting PIU / PMDSC Widening by marginal hill hilly terrains which are as only strengthening of the existing / PMIU side cutting has been moderately steep at the alignment is involved. However, if cutting is involved. location, and is occasionally involved, adequate slope protection prone to landslips. Any measures would be undertaken to avoid Slope protection measures cutting in the already slope instability from cutting. like retaining wall and breast stabilized slopes may wall has been constructed induce landslips in the as protective measures to region. avoid slope instability. 2 Design and pre-construction Impacts 2.1 Alterations of drainage Permanent Major Design of cross drainage structures would PIU / PMDSC/ No alteration in drainage pattern of the site be carried out so as to avoid alternation of PMIU pattern has been involved. drainage pattern. Design would be done The design of new cross considering 50 years return flood level to drainage structures as per avoid overtopping of the roads and maintain drainage requirement. natural drainage. 2.2 Slope instability due to Permanent Major Project sections will be designed to avoid cut PIU / PMDSC/ Slope protection measures cutting of slopes in the and fill as far as possible. Where cutting and PMIU like retaining wall and breast Himalayan hills and filling are not avoidable they will be balanced wall has been constructed contamination of river / to encourage reuse within the project as protective measures to drainage channels from soil construction site. avoid slope instability. eroded. Reuse of excavated material
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent was observed as per requirement. During monsoon impact on water quality of nearby streams has been reported due to wash out GSBC material. 2.3 Encroachment into Permanent Major Designs of road to consider developments PIU / PMDSC No land encroachment was surrounding land use along the road. Built up area will be avoided /PMIU involved. from acquisition. Attempts will be made to accommodate the cross section within the All the construction material available RoW. However, if acquisition is was stored at construction unavoidable, the land owners will be site. adequately compensated as per the R&R policy. No R&R issue was involved. 2.4 Restoration of access roads Permanent Severe Access roads in regular use by public that PIU/PMIU Complied are to be affected will be restored with prior approval of the concerned local authority. 2.5 Damage to sensitive Permanent Severe Identify each tree along the proposed route PIU/ PMDSC No Tree cutting was involved vegetation and adequately mark each tree within /PMIU in the sub-project. proposed construction areas. Take all precautions to protect them from any damage including placement of tree guards. If removal of any tree is unavoidable, obtain tree clearance approval from Forest Department. 3 Pre-construction Activities by Contractor 3.1 Construction camps – Temporary Moderate The construction camps will be located at Contractor / Labour camp was not location, selection, design least 500m away from habitations at PMDSC established, as local labours and layout identified sites and will be away from hill were engaged by the slopes. Layout of the camp may be contractor. developed as per conceptual drawing provided in Annexure – 1 of IEE & EMP. 3.2 Drinking water availability Temporary Severe The contractor will be responsible for Contractor / Contractor had arranged
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent and water arrangement arrangement of water in every workplace at PMDSC drinking water facilities at suitable and easily accessible place for the every work place. whole construction period. Sufficient supply of cold potable water (as per IS: 10500) to be provided and maintained. If the drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then, storage tanks will be provided. 3.3 Identification of disposal Permanent Major Location of disposal sites will be finalized Contractor / Permission of one of the sites based on the guidelines given in Annexure – PMDSC identified location within 2 of IEE & EMP and the Engineer will certify forest area has been these are not located within designated obtained from the forest environmentally sensitive areas and confirm department. that: Disposal of the material does not impact natural drainage courses. No endangered / rare flora is impacted by such material Settlements are located at least 1000m away from the site 3.4 Quarry operations Permanent Major It has to be ensured that materials are Contractor / Required construction obtained from licensed quarries having PMDSC materials used was procured environmental clearance. Quality and from the licensed quarries as legality to be examined by the Contractor reported by the contractor. and copies of environmental clearances for these needs to be submitted prior to sourcing of material. 3.5 Batching plants Temporary Moderate Batching plants will be located sufficiently Contractor / No Batching Plant was away from habitation, where possible such PMDSC established. plants will be located at least 1000m away from the nearest habitation. The contractor will obtain the consent to operate the plants from the Sikkim SPCB. 4 Construction Impacts
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent 4.1 Project road passes through Temporary Moderate Due consideration will be given for material Contractor / All the material was stored hill areas, improper storage and construction sites such that it PMDSC suitably with no impact on stockpiling of construction doesn’t cause any hindrance to daily traffic traffic movement. materials can cause movement. Stockpiles will be covered to impacts starting from protect from dust and erosion. obstruction of drainage, disturbance/ safety hazard to local population, traffic blockage, etc. 4.2 Quarry / borrow pits Permanent Moderate Adequate safety precautions will be ensured Contractor / No borrow area was operations during transportation of quarry material from PMDSC required for the project. quarries to the construction site. Vehicles Safety precautions like transporting the material will be covered to covering transporting prevent spillage. Operations to be construction material during undertaken by the contractor as per the transportation were followed. direction and satisfaction of the engineer. 4.3 Stripping, stocking and Permanent Moderate The topsoil from borrow areas, areas of Contractor / No borrow area was preservation of top soil cutting and areas to be permanently covered PMDSC required for the sub-project. will be stripped to a specified depth of 150mm and stored in stockpiles.
The stockpile will be designed such that the
slope does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the height of the pile is to be restricted to 2m. Stockpiles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stockpiles will be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulin. It will be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be unnecessarily trafficked either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such stockpiled topsoil will be returned to cover the disturbed area and cut slopes. 4.4 Soil Erosion Permanent Moderate Slope protection measures will be Contractor / Breast wall and retaining undertaken along hill slopes where cutting is PMDSC wall was constructed as
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent involved. On sections with deep cutting the protective measures to avoid side slopes will be graded and covered with slope instability. bushes and grass etc., adopting suitable slope protection techniques. The suitability to be decided by the engineer at site. At the outfall of each culvert, erosion prevention measure will be undertaken, as per the direction and satisfaction of the engineer. The work will consist of measures as per design, or as directed by the engineer to control soil erosion, sedimentation and water pollution. All temporary sedimentation, pollution control works and maintenance thereof will be deemed as incidental to the earthwork or other items of work. 4.5 Compaction of soil Temporary Minor To minimize soil compaction construction Contractor / Haul roads and agricultural vehicle, machinery and equipment will move PMDSC areas were avoided. or be stationed in designated area (RoW or CoI, haul roads as applicable) only. Construction vehicles, The haul roads for construction materials will equipment’s were mobilized be routed to avoid agricultural areas. to site as per requirement from permanent designated area. 4.6 Blasting Permanent Moderate Except as may be provided in the contract or Contractor / Construction material was ordered or authorized by the engineer, the PMDSC sourced from licensed Contractor will not use explosives. quarry and the mitigation Where the use of explosives is so provided measures suggested in the or ordered or authorized, the Contractor will EMP were followed. comply with the requirements of the following sub-clauses of MoRTH 302 besides the law of the land as applicable. The Contractor will at all times take every possible precaution and will comply with appropriate laws and regulations relating to
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent the importation, handling, transportation, storage and use of explosives and will, at all times when engaged in blasting operations, post sufficient warning flagmen, to the full satisfaction of the Engineer. The Contractor will at all times make full liaison with and inform well in advance and obtain such permission as is required from all Government Authorities, public bodies and private parties whomsoever concerned or affected or likely to be concerned or affected by blasting operations. Blasting will be carried out only with permission of the Engineer. All the statutory laws, regulations, rules etc., pertaining to acquisition, transport, storage, handling and use of explosives will be strictly followed. Blasting will be carried out during fixed hours (preferably during mid-day), as permitted by the Engineer. The timing will be made known to all the people within 500m (200m for pre- splitting) from the blasting site in all directions. People, except those who actually light the fuse will be excluded from the area of 200m (50m for pre-splitting) from the blasting site in all directions at least 10 minutes before the blasting. 4.7 Destabilization of slopes Permanent Major In order to stabilize the slopes on the hill and Contractor / Retaining and breast walls valley sides retaining and breast walls would PMDSC were provided as per be designed to enhance the stability of requirement. slopes. Slope protection measures such as plantation of soil-binding plant species on the
exposed surfaces resulting from shoulder – cutting to widen the roads, as well as on the valley slope to further strengthen the soil- binding are also proposed. These will be
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent executed as per directions of the engineer. 4.8 Loss of access Temporary Moderate The contractor will provide safe and Contractor / Complied convenient passage for vehicles, pedestrians PMDSC and livestock to and from side roads and property access connecting the project road. Construction activities that will affect the use of side roads and existing access to individual properties will not be undertaken without providing adequate access. The construction works will not interfere with the convenience of the public or the access to, use and occupation of public or private roads, or any other access to properties, whether public or private. Access across the work-zone will be provided for two slots every day during construction (2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon). For this purpose, the contractor will maintain a strip of pavement across the work zone of such quality that light motor vehicles (LMV) can pass without difficulty or danger of breaking down. 4.9 Soil and water pollution due Temporary Moderate The fuel storage and vehicle cleaning area Contractor / No fuel storage and vehicle to fuel and lubricants, will be stationed such that runoff from the PMDSC cleaning area was involved construction waste site does not drain into the water body. during reporting period. Oil interceptor will be provided at construction vehicle parking area, vehicle Construction vehicles, repair area and workshops ensuring that all equipment’s were mobilized wastewater flows into the interceptor prior to to construction site as per its discharge. requirement from permanent The oil and grease generated may be designated area. disposed off into pits filled with the clay-shale dominant debris that would be produced by earth cutting. This material is a good absorbent and can later be removed and
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent disposed in safer places. Soil and water pollution parameters will be monitored as per monitoring plan. 4.10 Siltation of rivers and Temporary Moderate Silt fencing to be provided at all water bodies Contractor / During monsoon impact on streams due to spillage of near construction sites to prevent sediments PMDSC water quality of nearby construction wastes from the construction site to enter into the streams was reported due to watercourses. The silt fencing consists of wash out GSBC material. geo-textile with extremely small size supported by wire-mesh mounted on a panel made up of angle frame. The number of units of silt fencing to be installed is to be decided by the engineer. Discharge standards promulgated under the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 for surface water bodies will be strictly adhered to. No disposal of construction wastes will be carried out into the rivers and streams. Extraneous construction wastes will be transported to the pre-identified disposal site for safe disposal. 4.11 Generation of dust Temporary Moderate The contractor will take every precaution to Contractor / No dust was generated reduce the levels of dust at construction sites PMDSC during reporting period. to the satisfaction of the Engineer. All earthwork to be protected/covered in a manner acceptable to the satisfaction of the engineer to minimise dust generation. Clearance will be affected immediately by manual sweeping and removal of debris, or if so directed by the Engineer, the road surfaces will be hosed or watered using necessary equipment. 4.12 Emissions from batching Temporary Moderate Batching plants will be located at least 500m Contractor / No Batching Plant was plants away from environmentally sensitive areas PMDSC established and operated as Reserved Forests / National Parks and during the reporting period. sensitive receptors i.e., hospital and college.
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent The exhaust gases will comply with the requirements of the relevant current emission control legislation. All operations at plants will be undertaken in accordance with all current rules and regulations protecting the environment. Monitoring of air and noise parameters will be as per monitoring plan 4.13 Emission from construction Temporary Moderate The discharge standards promulgated under Contractor / There have been little vehicles, equipment and the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 will PMDSC activities involving machinery be strictly adhered to. All vehicles, transportation of materials equipment and machinery used for and use of machineries for construction will conform to the relevant work activities carried out Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) norms. during the period under All vehicles, equipments and machinery report and therefore used for construction will be regularly requirement of PUC maintained to ensure that pollution emission certificates did not arise. levels comply with the relevant requirements of SPCB and the Engineer. ‘PUC’ certificates will be obtained regularly for all vehicles used for the project. Copies will be submitted regularly to the Engineer. 4.14 Dust pollution from crushers Temporary Minor All crushers will obtain siting clearance from Contractor / Required construction SPCB or only those crushers that have PMDSC materials used was procured already have obtained license from SPCB from licensed crushers. will be used. 4.15 Noise from construction Temporary Moderate Maintenance of vehicles, equipment and Contractor / Maintenance of vehicles, equipment’s machinery will be regular and to the PMDSC equipment and machinery satisfaction of the engineer, to keep noise was done regularly to from these at a minimum. maintain noise levels within All vehicles and equipment used for permissible limit. construction will be fitted with exhaust silencers. During routine servicing operations, the effectiveness of exhaust silencers will be checked and if found to be defective will be replaced. Noise limits for
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent construction equipment used in this project (measured at one metre from the edge of the equipment in free field) such as compactors, rollers, front loaders, concrete mixers, cranes (moveable), vibrators and saws will not exceed 75 dB (A), as specified in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. Notwithstanding any other conditions of contract, noise level from any item of plant(s) must comply with the relevant legislation for levels of noise emission. 4.16 Traffic control and safety Temporary Moderate The Contractor will take all necessary Contractor / Necessary measures for the measures for the safety of traffic during PMDSC safety of traffic during construction and provide, erect and maintain construction work were such barricades, including signs, marking taken care. flags, lights and flagmen as per Engineer’s direction and satisfaction, for the information Traffic control plan was and protection of traffic approaching or submitted by the contractor. passing through the section under improvement. Before taking up any construction, detailed Traffic Control Plans will be prepared and submitted to the Engineer for approval, 5 days prior to commencement of work on any section of road. The traffic control plans shall contain details of arrangements for construction under traffic and details of traffic arrangement after cessation of work each day. The Contractor will ensure that the running surface is always maintained in good condition, particularly during the monsoon so that no disruption to the traffic flow occurs. 4.17 Road furniture Temporary Minor All roadside structures / furniture, protection, Contractor / The roadside structures / intersections, traffic islands, rotaries, PMDSC furniture’s were not
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent facilities and amenities etc. will be commenced. constructed as per engineering design and to the satisfaction of the engineer. Similarly, restoration of bus shelters with seating arrangement, other infrastructure etc. will be carried out as per design and to the satisfaction of the engineer. 4.18 Material handling at site Temporary Minor All workers employed on mixing asphaltic Contractor / Required construction material, cement, concrete etc., will be PMDSC materials used as reported provided with protective footwear and were procured from the protective goggles. licensed quarries and Workers, who are engaged in welding works, crushers by the Contractor. would be provided with welder’s protective eye-shields. Usage of personal protective Workers engaged in stone breaking activities equipment (PPE) was will be provided with protective goggles and provided to workers. clothing and will be seated at sufficiently safe intervals. Details of PPE used at site The use of any toxic chemical will be strictly were submitted by in accordance with the manufacturer’s Contractor. instructions. The Engineer will be given at
least 6 working days’ notice of the proposed use of any chemical. A register of all toxic chemicals delivered to the site will be kept and maintained up to date by the Contractor. The register will include the trade name, physical properties and characteristics, chemical ingredients, health and safety hazard information, safe handling and storage procedures, and emergency and first aid procedures for the product.
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent 4.19 Disposal of bituminous Temporary Moderate The bituminous waste generated will be Contractor / Reuse of construction wastes / construction waste reused in road construction based on its PMDSC materials for filling was / debris / cut material suitability of reuse to the maximum extent made. possible. Safe disposal of the extraneous material will be ensured in the pre-identified Dumping of surplus muck disposal locations. In no case, any was done in designated site. construction waste will be disposed around the project road indiscriminately. Cut material generated because of cutting of hill slopes and blasting of rocks will be utilized for construction of retaining walls, embankments and as filling material. Remaining material if any will be disposed off safely at the disposal sites. 4.20 Safety measures during Temporary Moderate All relevant provisions of the Factories Act, Contractor / Usage of personal protective construction 1948 and the Building and other PMDSC equipment (PPE) was Construction Workers (regulation of provided to workers. Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 will be adhered to. Details of PPE used at site Adequate safety measures for workers were submitted by during handling of materials at site will be Contractor. taken up.
The Contractor has to comply with all regulations regarding safe scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, gangway, stairwells, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and egress. The Personal Protective Equipment for workers on the project will conform to respective IS codes. 4.21 Risk caused by Force Temporary Minor All reasonable precaution will be taken to Contractor / First Aid facilities has been Majure prevent danger of the workers and the public PMDSC provided by the contractor. from fire, flood, drowning, etc. All necessary steps will be taken for prompt first aid treatment of all injuries likely to be sustained Special vehicle was deputed
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent during the course of work. at site to facilitate transfer of injured person to nearest Hospitals / Dispensaries. 4.22 Malaria risk Temporary Minor The Contractor will, at his own expense, Contractor / Contractor submitted an conform to all anti-malaria instructions given PMDSC undertaking that local to him by the Engineer. labours are being employed and being a hill station there is no sign of Mosquitos. 4.23 First aid Temporary Minor At every workplace, a readily available first Contractor / First Aid facilities has been aid unit including an adequate supply of PMDSC provided by the contractor. sterilized dressing material and appliances will be provided as per the Factory Rules. Suitable transport will be provided to Special vehicle was deputed at site to facilitate transfer of facilitate transfer of injured or ill person(s) injured person to nearest to the nearest hospital. At every workplace and construction camp, equipment and Hospitals / Dispensaries. nursing staff will be provided. 4.24 Hygiene Temporary Minor All latrines will be provided with dry-earth Contractor / Labour camp has not been system (receptacles), which will be cleaned PMDSC established, as Contractor at least four times daily and at least twice hired local labours. during working hours and kept in a strict sanitary condition. Receptacles will be
tarred inside and outside at least once a year. All temporary accommodation must be constructed and maintained in such a fashion that uncontaminated water is available for drinking, cooking and washing. Garbage bins must be provided in the camps and regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a hygienic manner. Adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Unless otherwise arranged for by the local sanitary authority, the local medical health or municipal authorities will
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent make arrangement for disposal of excreta. Excreta may be disposed off by putting a layer of night soils at the bottom of permanent tank prepared for the purpose and covering it with 15 cm layer of waste or refuse and then covering it with a layer of earth for a fortnight (by then it will turn into manure). On completion of the works, all such temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta tank and other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the outline site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the engineer. 4.25 Archaeological property Temporary Minor The Contractor will take reasonable Contractor / No archaeologically precaution to prevent his workmen or any PMDSC important property was other persons from removing and damaging discovered during any such article or thing and will, construction work. immediately upon discovery thereof and before removal acquaint the Engineer of such discovery and carry out the Engineer’s instructions for dealing with the same, awaiting which all work will be stopped 100 m all directions from the site of discovery. The Engineer will seek direction from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) before instructing the Contractor to recommence work on the site. 4.26 Clearing of construction Temporary Major Contractor to prepare site restoration plans Contractor / Site restoration has been camps & restoration for approval by the Engineer. The plan is to PMDSC made as per requirement. be implemented by the Contractor prior to demobilization. On completion of the works, all temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent burnt, excreta or other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer. Residual topsoil will be distributed on adjoining/proximate barren/rocky areas as identified by the Engineer in a layer of thickness of 75mm - 150mm. 5 O&M Impacts 5.1 Environmental conditions Permanent Moderate The PIU/PMIU will undertake seasonal PIU/PMIU monitoring of air, water, noise and soil quality through an approved monitoring agency. The parameters to be monitored, frequency and duration of monitoring as well as the locations to be monitored will be as per the Monitoring Plan prepared. 5.2 Increased air and noise Permanent Moderate Smooth and better road surface will reduce PIU/PMIU pollution due to increased generation of noise. Provision of vegetative traffic using the improved barriers where ever possible. Other roads measures such as improved transport fuel quality, more stringent environmental norms, installation of no horn signage at educational institutes and at hospitals. 5.3 Drainage of roadsides Permanent Moderate To ensure efficient flow of surface water and PIU/PMIU to prevent water logging along the side of the roads adequate size and number of cross- drainage structures and longitudinal drains are provided in the design. These will be adequately maintained by cleaning and avoiding clogging of openings. 5.4 Traffic and accident safety Permanent Major Depending on the level of Congestion and PIU/PMIU Risk traffic hazards, traffic management plans will be prepared.
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Sl. Duration / Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Extent Traffic control measures including speed limits to be enforced strictly. Road control width to be enforced.
4.1.3 Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan
16. The Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan for package PM1 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.1 (C). Table 4.1 (C ): Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of PM1 Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines 1 Air quality at Construction SO2, NO2, At two locations Once in a As per SPCB Contractor, Contractor had carried out the project road stage PM10, PM2.5, at (i) Lingdum season (except guidelines to be Ambient Air Quality CO monastery & monsoons) for monitored Monitoring in February 2017 (ii) Ranka the entire through and results are given in the construction approved report. (Ref. Appendix – 2A.1 period monitoring on page No. A-3). agency The results are within permissible limit.
2 Air quality at Construction SO2, NO2, At construction Once in a As per as per Labour camp has not been construction Stage SPM, RSPM, camp location, season (except SPCB established. camp CO during monsoons) for guidelines construction the entire Hence, monitoring at camp construction site not applicable. period 3 Noise level at Construction Equivalent day At two locations Once in a As per SPCB Contractor had carried out project road Stage & night time at (i) Lingdum season during guidelines Noise Level Monitoring in noise levels monastery & (ii) construction February 2017 and results are Ranka stage given in given the report. (Ref. Appendix – 2A.2 on page No. A-4). The results are within
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines permissible limit
4 Noise level at Construction Free field at 1 At construction Once in a As per SPCB Labour camp has not been construction stage m from the camp location, season during guidelines established. camp equipment during construction whose noise construction stage Hence, monitoring at camp levels are to site not applicable. be determined. 5 Water quality Construction TDS, pH, TSS, At Ranka Twice a year IS: 2296 Contractor had carried out stage conductivity, (pre-monsoon Water Quality Monitoring in hardness and post February 2017 and results monsoon) for are given in the report. (Ref. the entire Appendix – 2A.3 on page period of No. A-5). construction The results are within permissible limit. 6 Air quality at Operation SO2, NO2, At two locations Once in a As per SPCB residential stage SPM, RSPM, at (i) Lingdum season (except guidelines area CO monastery & (ii) monsoons) for PIU through Ranka the first 3 years approved of operation monitoring 7 Noise Levels Operation Equivalent day At two locations Once in a As per SPCB agency at residential Stage & night time at (i) Lingdum season for the guidelines and silence noise levels monastery & (ii) first 3 years of zone Ranka operation
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4.2 Package PM2- Strengthening and upgrading of existing road in West Sikkim
4.2.1 Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements
17. The compliance status with National/State /Local statutory environmental requirements for package PM2 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.2(A). Table 4.2(A): Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of PM2
Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance Pre-Construction Stage 1 Environmental Clearance as per MoEF (presently- Department of Not Applicable EIA Notification, 2006. MoEF&CC), GoI and tourism & Civil State Pollution Aviation, Control Board, Government of Government of Sikkim. Sikkim. 2 Cutting trees and transporting Forest Department, Department of Not Applicable as per Govt. of Sikkim. tourism & Civil Forest Conservation Act (1980). Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 3 Clearance from SPCB under State Pollution Department of Required at construction stage. Water (Prevention & Control of Control Board tourism & Civil Pollution) Act, 1974 and Air (SPCB), Sikkim. Aviation, (Prevention & Control of Government of Pollution) Act, 1981, Noise Sikkim. (Regulation and Control) Rules 2000. Construction Stage
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance 4 Consent to establish (CTE) and State Pollution Contractor Hot Mix Plant- Contractor has procured required materials from consent to operate (CTO) of Control Board licensed Hot Mix Plant. MOU and CTO has been obtained by the following plants under Air & (SPCB), Sikkim. contractor with validity till 31/03/2018. Water (Prevention & Control of Crusher - Contractor has procured required construction materials Pollution) Acts from licensed crushers and obtained copy of MOU and CTO of the crusher with validity till 31/03/2017 and 31/03/2018. Hot mix plant (HMP) Batching Plant: Crushers, Batching plant has not been used for the sub-project. Hence, CTE Batching Plant and CTO not applicable. 5 Authorization for disposal of State Pollution Contractor No Hazardous waste material was generated from the sub-project. Hazardous Waste under Control Board Hazardous (SPCB), Sikkim. Waste (Management and Handling) Rules 1989 as amended thereafter. 6 Consent for disposal of sewage State Pollution Contractor Accommodation and other related facilities have been arranged by from labour camps under Water Control Board the contractor in nearby monastery and in rented house for migrant (prevention and control of (SPCB), Sikkim labour. pollution) Act 1974. Consent letter in this regard has been obtained and submitted by Contractor. Disposal of waste has been taken care by land lord of the rented house. 7 Pollution Under Control Department of Contractor PUC certificates for construction vehicles mainly used for Certificate Transport, Govt. of transportation of construction materials used in the works have been (Central Motor and Vehicle Act Sikkim authorized submitted by the contractor. Most of the works were carried out 1988). emission testing manually involving little use of construction machineries. centers, Sikkim. 8 Installation of generators under State Pollution Contractor No diesel generator sets have been installed and operating at site. Air (Prevention & Control of Control Board Pollution) Act, 1981, Noise (SPCB), Sikkim. (Regulation and Control) Rules 2000.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance 9 Clearance for excavation and State Pollution Contractor Sub-project excavation work is limited to the construction site only. transporting soil (Municipal Solid Control Board Waste Rules 2000). (SPCB), Sikkim. Reuse of excavated materials has been done.
No surplus muck has been generated. 10 Permission for extraction of Department of Mines Contractor Required construction materials being collected so far reported to boulder and sand from river and Geology/ have been procured from the licensed quarries by the contractor. beds Concerned District Contractor has renewed permission for temporary collection of loose under Mines and Minerals Administration, boulders, sand and stone issued by DFO (T) West with validity till (Regulation and Development) Government of Sikkim 31.12.2017. Act, Government of 1957 as amended thereafter. Sikkim. 11 License for storing diesel under Commissioner of Contractor Storage of diesel and hazardous material has not been involved. Petroleum Rules, 2002. Explosives and State Hence, license is not applicable. Pollution Control Board (SPCB), Sikkim. 12 Employing Labours and District Labour Contractor Labour Clearance Certificate obtained from Department of Labour, establishing Labour camps (The Commissioner Government of Sikkim. Building and Other Construction Labour cess being paid to Labour Department as per requirement. Workers (Regulation of Further clarification regarding labour license sought from labour Employment and Conditions of department. Service) Act, 1996). Inter State Migrant Workmen License has been obtained from Labour Department with validity upto 26/11/2017 Insurance has been obtained with validity from 19/09/2016 to 31/01/2017 and 6.11.2017 to 5.3.2018) 13 Clearance for crossing other Irrigation Department Contractor Not Applicable Waterways. Government of Sikkim.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status No. Clearance 14 Permission to withdraw surface Irrigation Department/ Contractor Ground water has not been used for construction purpose. and ground water for Concerned District construction and drinking Administration. Permission for using surface water for construction purposes has (Labour Camp) purposes under been obtained by contractor. Environment Protection, Acts 1986.
4.2.2 Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan
18. The compliance status with EMP implementation for package PM2 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.2 (B). Table 4.2 (B): Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of PM2
Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent 1 Location Impacts 1.1 Land acquisition and Permanent Major No land acquisition impacts as the PIU Not Applicable resettlement impacts proposed strengthening of the road will be required due to widening of restricted to the existing RoW. Affected roads at certain locations, Persons, if any, will be relocated and where required. compensated in accordance to the RP. 1.2 Project road passes through Temporary Moderate Project road involves minimal slope cutting PIU / PMDSC No slope cutting was hilly terrain which is as only strengthening of the existing / PMIU involved. moderately steep at the alignment is involved. However, if cutting location, and is occasionally is involved, adequate slope protection prone to landslips. Any measures would be undertaken to avoid cutting in the already slope instability from cutting. stabilized slopes may induce landslips in the region. 2 Design and pre-construction Impacts 2.1 Alterations of drainage Permanent Major Design of cross drainage structures would PIU / No alteration of drainage pattern of the site. be carried out so as to avoid alternation of PMDSC/ pattern has taken place. drainage pattern. Design would be done PMIU considering 50 years return flood level to The design of new cross
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent avoid overtopping of the roads and drainage structures as per maintain natural drainage. drainage requirement. 2.2 Slope instability due to Permanent Major Project sections will be designed to avoid PIU / No slope cutting was cutting of slopes in the cut and fill as far as possible. Where PMDSC/ involved. Himalayan hills and cutting and filling are not avoidable they PMIU contamination of river / will be balanced to encourage reuse within drainage channels from soil the project construction site. erosion. 2.3 Encroachment into Permanent Major Designs of road will consider PIU / No land encroachment was surrounding land use. developments along the road. Built up PMDSC/ involved. area will be avoided from acquisition. PMIU Attempts will be made to accommodate All the construction material the cross section within the available was stored at construction RoW. However, if acquisition is site. unavoidable, the land owners will be adequately compensated as per the R&R No R&R issue was involved. policy. 2.4 Restoration of Access Permanent Severe Access roads in regular use by public that PIU/PMIU Complied Roads. are to be affected will be restored with prior approval of the concerned local authority. 2.5 Damage to sensitive Permanent Severe Identify each tree along the proposed PIU / No tree cutting was involved vegetation. route and adequately mark each tree PMDSC/ in the sub-project. within proposed construction areas. Take PMIU all precautions to protect them from any damage including placement of tree guards. If removal of any tree is unavoidable, obtain approval from Forest Department. 3 Pre-construction Activities by Contractor 3.1 Construction Camps – Temporary Moderate The construction camps will be located at Contractor / Labour camp was not Location, Selection, least 500m away from habitations at PMDSC established. Design and Layout. identified sites and will be away from hill slopes. Layout of the camp may be Accommodation and other
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent developed as per conceptual drawing related facilities were provided in Annexure – 1 of IEE & EMP. arranged by the contractor in nearby monastery and in rented house for migrant labour. 3.2 Drinking water availability Temporary Severe The contractor will be responsible for Contractor / The contractor had arranged and water arrangement arrangement of water in every workplace PMDSC drinking water facilities at at suitable and easily accessible place for every work place. the whole construction period. Sufficient supply of cold potable water (as per IS: 10500) to be provided and maintained. If the drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then, storage tanks will be provided. 3.3 Identification of disposal Permanent Major Location of disposal sites will be finalized Contractor / Sub-project excavation work sites based on the guidelines given in Annexure PMDSC was limited to the construction - 2 of IEE & EMP. and the Engineer will site only. certify these are not located within designated environmentally sensitive Reuse of excavated materials areas and confirm that: has been done. Disposal of the material does not impact natural drainage courses No surplus muck was No endangered / rare flora is impacted by generated. such material Settlements are located at least 1000m away from the site 3.4 Quarry Operations Permanent Major It has to be ensured that materials are Contractor / Required construction obtained from licensed quarries having PMDSC materials used was procured environmental clearance. Quality and from the licensed quarries as legality to be examined by the Contractor reported by the contractor. and copies of environmental clearances for these needs to be submitted prior to sourcing of material.
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent 3.5 Batching Plants Temporary Moderate Batching plants will be located sufficiently Contractor / No batching plant was away from habitation, where possible such PMDSC established. plants will be located at least 1000m away from the nearest habitation. The contractor will obtain the consent to operate the plants from the Sikkim SPCB. 4 Construction Impacts 4.1 Project road passes through Temporary Moderate Due consideration will be given for Contractor / All the material storage hill areas, improper material storage and construction sites PMDSC location was found within stockpiling of construction such that it doesn’t cause any hindrance to construction site with no materials can cause impacts daily traffic movement. Stockpiles will be impact on traffic movement. starting from obstruction of covered to protect from dust and erosion. drainage, disturbance/ safety hazard to local population, traffic blockage, etc. 4.2 Quarry / Borrow pits Permanent Moderate Adequate safety precautions will be Contractor / No borrow area was required Operations ensured during transportation of quarry PMDSC for the project. material from quarries to the construction site. Vehicles transporting the material will Safety precautions like be covered to prevent spillage. Operations covering transporting to be undertaken by the contractor as per construction material during the direction and satisfaction of the transportation were followed. Engineer.
4.3 Stripping, stocking and Permanent Moderate The topsoil from borrow areas, areas of Contractor / No borrow area was required preservation of top soil cutting and areas to be permanently PMDSC for the project. covered will be stripped to a specified depth of 150mm and stored in stockpiles. The stockpile will be designed such that the slope does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the height of the pile is to be restricted to 2m. Stockpiles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stockpiles will be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulin. It will be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be unnecessarily trafficked either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such stockpiled topsoil will be returned to cover the disturbed area and cut slopes. 4.4 Soil Erosion Permanent Moderate Slope protection measures will be Contractor / No slope cutting was undertaken along hill slopes where cutting PMDSC involved. is involved. On sections with deep cutting the side slopes will be graded and covered with bushes and grass etc., adopting suitable slope protection techniques. The suitability to be decided by the Engineer at site. At the outfall of each culvert, erosion prevention measure will be undertaken, as per the direction and satisfaction of the Engineer. The work will consist of measures as per design, or as directed by the Engineer to control soil erosion, sedimentation and water pollution. All temporary sedimentation, pollution control works and maintenance thereof will be deemed as incidental to the earthwork or other items of work. 4.5 Compaction of Soil Temporary Minor To minimize soil compaction construction Contractor / Haul roads and agricultural vehicle, machinery and equipment will PMDSC areas were avoided. move or be stationed in designated area (RoW or CoI, haul roads as applicable) Construction vehicles, only. equipment was mobilized to The haul roads for construction materials site as per requirement from
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent will be routed to avoid agricultural areas permanent designated area as per requirement. 4.6 Blasting Permanent Moderate Except as may be provided in the contract Contractor / Construction material was or ordered or authorized by the Engineer, PMDSC sourced from licensed quarry the Contractor will not use explosives. and the mitigation measures Where the use of explosives is so suggested in the EMP were provided or ordered or authorized, the followed. Contractor will comply with the requirements of the following Sub-Clauses of MoRTH 302 besides the law of the land as applicable. The Contractor will at all times take every possible precaution and will comply with appropriate laws and regulations relating to the importation, handling, transportation, storage and use of explosives and will, at all times when engaged in blasting operations, post sufficient warning flagmen, to the full satisfaction of the Engineer. The Contractor will at all times make full liaison with and inform well in advance and obtain such permission as is required from all Government Authorities, public bodies and private parties whomsoever concerned or affected or likely to be concerned or affected by blasting operations. Blasting will be carried out only with permission of the Engineer. All the statutory laws, regulations, rules etc., pertaining to acquisition, transport, storage, handling and use of explosives will be strictly followed. Blasting will be carried out during fixed
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent hours (preferably during mid-day), as permitted by the Engineer. The timing will be made known to all the people within 500m (200m for pre-splitting) from the blasting site in all directions. People, except those who actually light the fuse will be excluded from the area of 200m (50m for pre-splitting) from the blasting site in all directions at least 10 minutes before the blasting. 4.7 Destabilization of Slopes Permanent Major In order to stabilize the slopes on the hill Contractor / Destabilization of slopes was and valley sides retaining and breast walls PMDSC involved. would be designed to enhance the stability of slopes. Slope protection measures such as plantation of soil-binding plant species on the exposed surfaces resulting from shoulder – cutting to widen the roads, as well as on the valley slope to further strengthen the soil-binding are also proposed. These will be executed as per directions of the Engineer. 4.8 Loss of Access Temporary Moderate The contractor will provide safe and Contractor / Complied convenient passage for vehicles, PMDSC pedestrians and livestock to and from side roads and property access connecting the project road. Construction activities that will affect the use of side roads and existing access to individual properties will not be undertaken without providing adequate access. The construction works will not interfere with the convenience of the public or the access to, use and occupation of public or private roads, or any other access to
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent properties, whether public or private. Access across the work-zone will be provided for two slots every day during construction (2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon). For this purpose the contractor will maintain a strip of pavement across the work zone of such quality that light motor vehicles (LMV) can pass without difficulty or danger of breaking down. 4.9 Soil and Water Pollution Temporary Moderate The fuel storage and vehicle cleaning area Contractor / No fuel storage and vehicle due to fuel and lubricants, will be stationed such that runoff from the PMDSC cleaning area was involved. construction waste site does not drain into the water body. Oil interceptor will be provided at Construction vehicles, construction vehicle parking area, vehicle equipment’s were mobilized repair area and workshops ensuring that to construction site as per all wastewater flows into the interceptor requirement from permanent prior to its discharge. designated area. The oil and grease generated may be disposed off into pits filled with the clay- shale dominant debris that would be produced by earth cutting. This material is a good absorbent and can later be removed and disposed in safer places. Soil and water pollution parameters will be monitored as per monitoring plan. 4.10 Siltation of Rivers and Temporary Moderate Silt fencing to be provided at all water Contractor / There was no impact on streams due to spillage of bodies near construction sites to prevent PMDSC water bodies nearby the construction wastes sediments from the construction site to construction site. enter into the watercourses. The silt fencing consists of geo-textile with extremely small size supported by wire- mesh mounted on a panel made up of angle frame. The number of units of silt
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent fencing to be installed is to be decided by the Engineer. Discharge standards promulgated under the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 for surface water bodies will be strictly adhered to. No disposal of construction wastes will be carried out into the rivers and streams. Extraneous construction wastes will be transported to the pre- identified disposal site for safe disposal. 4.11 Generation of Dust Temporary Moderate The contractor will take every precaution Contractor / Water sprinkling was to reduce the levels of dust at construction PMDSC undertaken to control dust. sites to the satisfaction of the Engineer. All earthwork to be protected/covered in a manner acceptable to the satisfaction of the Engineer to minimise dust generation. Clearance will be affected immediately by manual sweeping and removal of debris, or if so directed by the Engineer, the road surfaces will be hosed or watered using necessary equipment. 4.12 Emissions from batching Temporary Moderate Batching plants will be located at least Contractor / Batching plant was not plants 500m away from environmentally sensitive PMDSC established for the sub- areas as Reserved Forests / National project. Parks and sensitive receptors i.e., hospital and college. Required construction The exhaust gases will comply with the materials were procured from requirements of the relevant current authorized source. emission control legislation. All operations at plants will be undertaken in accordance with all current rules and regulations protecting the environment. Monitoring of air and noise parameters will be as per monitoring plan.
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent 4.13 Emission from Temporary Moderate The discharge standards promulgated Contractor / PUC certificates for Construction Vehicles, under the Environmental Protection Act, PMDSC construction vehicles mainly Equipment and Machinery. 1986 will be strictly adhered to. All used for transportation of vehicles, equipment and machinery used construction materials used in for construction will conform to the the works have been relevant Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) submitted by the contractor. norms. Most of the works were All vehicles, equipments and machinery carried out manually involving used for construction will be regularly little use of construction maintained to ensure that pollution machineries. emission levels comply with the relevant requirements of SPCB and the Engineer. ‘PUC’ certificates will be obtained regularly for all vehicles used for the project. Copies will be submitted regularly to the Engineer. 4.14 Dust Pollution from Temporary Minor All crushers will obtain sitting clearance Contractor / Required construction materials Crushers from SPCB or only those crushers that PMDSC as reported were procured from have already have obtained license from licensed crushers. SPCB will be used. 4.15 Noise from construction Temporary Moderate Maintenance of vehicles, equipment and Contractor / Maintenance of vehicles, Equipment’s machinery will be regular and to the PMDSC equipment and machinery satisfaction of the Engineer, to keep noise was done regularly to from these at a minimum. maintain noise levels within All vehicles and equipment used for permissible limit. construction will be fitted with exhaust silencers. During routine servicing operations, the effectiveness of exhaust silencers will be checked and if found to be defective will be replaced. Noise limits for construction equipment used in this project (measured at one metre from the edge of the equipment in free field) such as compactors, rollers, front loaders, concrete mixers, cranes (moveable),
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent vibrators and saws will not exceed 75 dB (A), as specified in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. Notwithstanding any other conditions of contract, noise level from any item of plant(s) must comply with the relevant legislation for levels of noise emission. 4.16 Traffic Control and Safety Temporary Moderate The contractor will take all necessary Contractor / Necessary measures for the measures for the safety of traffic during PMDSC safety of traffic during construction and provide, erect and construction work were taken maintain such barricades, including signs, care. marking flags, lights and flagmen as per Engineer’s direction and satisfaction, for Detailed traffic control plan the information and protection of traffic was submitted by the approaching or passing through the contractor. section under improvement. Before taking up any construction, detailed Traffic Control Plans will be prepared and submitted to the Engineer for approval, 5 days prior to commencement of work on any section of road. The traffic control plans shall contain details of arrangements for construction under traffic and details of traffic arrangement after cessation of work each day. The Contractor will ensure that the running surface is always maintained in good condition, particularly during the monsoon so that no disruption to the traffic flow occurs. 4.17 Road furniture Temporary Minor All roadside structures / furniture, Contractor / The roadside structures / protection, intersections, traffic islands, PMDSC furniture’s were constructed rotaries, facilities and amenities etc. will be as per engineering design and constructed as per engineering design and to the satisfaction of the
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent to the satisfaction of the Engineer. engineer. Similarly, restoration of bus shelters with seating arrangement, other infrastructure etc. will be carried out as per design and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 4.18 Material Handling at Site. Temporary Minor All workers employed on mixing asphaltic Contractor / Required construction material, cement, concrete etc., will be PMDSC materials used as reported provided with protective footwear and were procured from the protective goggles. licensed quarries and Workers, who are engaged in welding crushers by the Contractor. works, would be provided with welder’s protective eye-shields. Personnel Protective Workers engaged in stone breaking Equipment (PPE) was activities will be provided with protective provided to workers. goggles and clothing and will be seated at sufficiently safe intervals. Details of PPE used at site The use of any toxic chemical will be were submitted by Contractor. strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The Engineer will be given at least 6 working days notice of the proposed use of any chemical. A register of all toxic chemicals delivered to the site will be kept and maintained up to date by the Contractor. The register will include the trade name, physical properties and characteristics, chemical ingredients, health and safety hazard information, safe handling and storage procedures, and emergency and first aid procedures for the product. 4.19 Disposal of Bituminous Temporary Moderate The bituminous waste generated will be Contractor / Reuse of construction wastes / Construction reused in road construction based on its PMDSC materials for filling was Waste / Debris / Cut suitability of reuse to the maximum extent carried out. Material. possible. Safe disposal of the extraneous
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent material will be ensured in the pre- identified disposal locations. In no case, any construction waste will be disposed around the project road indiscriminately. Cut material generated because of cutting of hill slopes and blasting of rocks will be utilized for construction of retaining walls, embankments and as filling material. Remaining material if any will be disposed off safely at the disposal sites. 4.20 Safety Measures During Temporary Moderate All relevant provisions of the Factories Act, Contractor / Personnel Protective Construction. 1948 and the Building and other PMDSC Equipment (PPE) was Construction Workers (regulation of provided to workers. Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 will be adhered to. Details of PPE used at site Adequate safety measures for workers were submitted by Contractor. during handling of materials at site will be taken up. The contractor has to comply with all regulations regarding safe scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, gangway, stairwells, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and egress. The Personal Protective Equipment for workers on the project will conform to respective IS codes. 4.21 Risk caused by Force Temporary Minor All reasonable precaution will be taken to Contractor / Adequate precautionary Majure prevent danger of the workers and the PMDSC measures were undertaken. public from fire, flood, drowning, etc. All necessary steps will be taken for prompt Nearby Hospitals / first aid treatment of all injuries likely to be Dispensaries are available. sustained during the course of work. Contractor had provided basic first aid facilities at site.
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent 4.22 Malaria Risk Temporary Minor The Contractor will, at his own expense, Contractor / Required instructions from conform to all anti-malaria instructions PMDSC engineer were followed. given to him by the Engineer. 4.23 First Aid Temporary Minor At every workplace, a readily available first Contractor / Nearby Hospitals / aid unit including an adequate supply of PMDSC Dispensaries are available. sterilized dressing material and appliances will be provided as per the Factory Rules. Contractor had provided basic Suitable transport will be provided to first aid facilities at site. facilitate transfer of injured or ill person(s) to the nearest hospital. At every workplace and construction camp, equipment and nursing staff will be provided. 4.24 Hygiene Temporary Minor All latrines will be provided with dry-earth Contractor / Accommodation and other system (receptacles), which will be PMDSC related facilities were cleaned at least four times daily and at arranged by the contractor for least twice during working hours and kept migrant labour in nearby in a strict sanitary condition. Receptacles monastery and rented house. will be tarred inside and outside at least once a year. Hygiene was taken care by All temporary accommodation must be monastery authority and land constructed and maintained in such a lord of rented house. fashion that uncontaminated water is available for drinking, cooking and Garbage bins at site office washing. were provided. Garbage bins must be provided in the camps and regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a hygienic manner. Adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Unless otherwise arranged for by the local sanitary authority, the local medical health or municipal authorities will make arrangement for
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent disposal of excreta. Excreta may be disposed off by putting a layer of night soils at the bottom of permanent tank prepared for the purpose and covering it with 15 cm layer of waste or refuse and then covering it with a layer of earth for a fortnight (by then it will turn into manure). On completion of the works, all such temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta tank and other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the outline site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer. 4.25 Archaeological Property Temporary Minor The contractor will take reasonable Contractor / No archaeologically important precaution to prevent his workmen or any PMDSC property was discovered other persons from removing and during construction work. damaging any such article or thing and will, immediately upon discovery thereof and before removal acquaint the Engineer of such discovery and carry out the Engineer’s instructions for dealing with the same, awaiting which all work will be stopped 100 m all directions from the site of discovery. The Engineer will seek direction from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) before instructing the Contractor to recommence work on the site. 4.26 Clearing of Construction Temporary Major Contractor to prepare site restoration Contractor / Site restoration was done as Camps & Restoration plans for approval by the Engineer. The PMDSC per requirement. plan is to be implemented by the contractor prior to demobilization.
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent On completion of the works, all temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta or other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer. Residual topsoil will be distributed on adjoining/proximate barren/rocky areas as identified by the Engineer in a layer of thickness of 75mm - 150mm. 5 O&M Impacts 5.1 Environmental Conditions Permanent Moderate The PIU/PMIU will undertake seasonal PIU/PMIU To be compiled at the monitoring of air, water, noise and soil required stage. quality through an approved monitoring agency. The parameters to be monitored, frequency and duration of monitoring as well as the locations to be monitored will be as per the Monitoring Plan prepared. 5.2 Increased air and noise Permanent Moderate Smooth and better road surface will PIU/PMIU pollution due to increased reduce generation of noise. Provision of traffic using the improved vegetative barriers where ever possible. roads Other measures such as improved transport fuel quality, more stringent environmental norms, installation of no horn signage at educational institutes and at hospitals. 5.3 Drainage of roadsides Permanent Moderate To ensure efficient flow of surface water PIU/PMIU and to prevent water logging along the side of the roads adequate size and number of cross-drainage structures and longitudinal drains are provided in the design. These will be adequately maintained by cleaning and avoiding
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Sl. Duration Environmental Issues Magnitude Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. / Extent clogging of openings. 5.4 Traffic and Accident Safety Permanent Major Depending on the level of Congestion and PIU/PMIU Risk traffic hazards, traffic management plans will be prepared. Traffic control measures including speed limits to be enforced strictly. Road control width to be enforced.
4.2.3 Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan
19. The Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan for package PM2 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.2 (C). Table 4.2 (C ): Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of PM2
Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines 1 Air Quality at Construction SO2, NO2, SPM, At five locations at Once in a As per SPCB Contractor, Contractor had carried out project road. Stage RSPM, CO (i) Yuksom; (ii) season (except guidelines Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Helipad; (iii) Pelling ; monsoons) for To be monitored at 5 locations in November (iv)Pemayangtse the entire through 2016, February 2017 and May Monastery;(v) Pelling construction approved 2017 and results were given in Helipad period Monitoring the Table 4.2 (D). Agency. 2 Air Quality at Construction SO2, NO2, SPM, At construction Once in a As per As per Labour camp was not Construction Stage RSPM, CO camp location, season SPCB established. Camp. during construction. (except guidelines Hence, monitoring at camp site monsoons) for not applicable. the entire construction period. 3 Noise Level at Construction Equivalent Day At five locations at Once in a As per SPCB Contractor had carried out Noise Project road. Stage & Night Time (i) Yuksom; (ii) season during guidelines Level Monitoring at 5 locations in Noise Levels Helipad; (iii) Pelling ; construction November 2016, February 2017
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines (iv)Pemayangtse stage. and May 2017 and results were Monastery;(v)Pelling given in the Table 4.2(E). Helipad
4 Noise level at Construction Free field at 1 m At construction Once in a As per SPCB Labour camp was not Construction Stage from the camp location, season during guidelines established. Camp. equipment during construction. construction Hence, monitoring at camp site whose noise stage. not applicable. levels are to be determined 5 Water quality Construction TDS, pH, TSS, At two locations, one Twice a year (IS: Contractor had carried out water stage conductivity, in Yuksom, Pelling. (pre-monsoon 10500:2012) monitoring at 2 locations in Hardness. and post November 2016, February 2017 monsoon) for and May 2017 and results were the entire given in the Table 4.2 (F). period of construction. 6 Air Quality at Operation SO2, NO2, SPM, At five locations at Once in a As per SPCB PIU through To be compiled at the required Residential Stage RSPM, CO (i)Yuksom season (except guidelines. Approved stage. area (ii)Helipad monsoons) for Monitoring (iii)Pelling the first 3 years Agency. (iv)Pemayangtse of operation Monastery (v) Pelling Helipad 7 Noise Levels Operation Equivalent Day & At five locations at Once in a As per SPCB at residential Stage Night Time Noise (i)Yuksom season for the guidelines and silence Levels (ii)Helipad first 3 years of zone (iii)Pelling operation (iv)Pemayangtse Monastery (v) Pelling Helipad
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Table 4.2 (D): Details of Ambient Air Quality monitoring during the reporting period of PM2
Sl Location Monitoring period Results (µg/m3) Remarks No. PM PM2.5 NO2 SO2 CO 10 1. Yuksom 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 28.11 59.30 9.22 5.50 ˂0.50 Results are within permissible limit. 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 25.50 54.14 10.50 5.60 ˂0.50 Few sample of ambient air quality 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 25.50 54.14 10.50 5.60 ˂0.50 monitoring results are enclosed (Ref. 2. Yuksom Helipad 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 26.66 48.90 8.59 6.87 ˂0.50 Appendix – 2B.1 on page No. A-6 to A- 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 30.80 59.92 9.71 6.22 ˂0.50 10). 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 30.80 59.92 9.71 6.22 ˂0.50 3. Pelling 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 38.20 71.30 7.59 5.11 0.62 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 29.17 62.63 10.24 6.60 0.62 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 29.17 62.63 10.24 6.60 0.62 4. Pelling Helipad 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 24.44 56.13 8.22 5.35 ˂0.50 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 27.89 60.65 11.50 5.32 ˂0.50 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 27.89 60.65 11.50 5.32 ˂0.50 5. Pemayangtse 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 27.02 58.00 9.98 6.78 ˂0.50 Monastery 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 25.22 56.10 11.32 8.77 0.62 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 25.22 56.10 11.32 8.77 0.62
Table 4.2 (E): Details of Noise Level Monitoring during the reporting period of PM2
Sl Location Monitoring period Results dB (A) Remarks no. Day time (6.00 am Night time 10.00 pm to 10.00 pm) to 6.00 am) L max Lmin Leq L max Lmin Leq 1. Yuksom 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 49.50 42.60 44.71 41.70 38.50 39.98 Results are within permissible 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 47.50 42.30 45.01 42.90 37.70 39.55 limit. Few sample of ambient 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 47.50 42.30 45.01 42.90 37.70 39.55 noise level monitoring results 2. Yuksom Helipad 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 41.30 37.60 39.88 37.10 35.30 36.09 are enclosed (Ref. Appendix –
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13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 41.50 36.70 38.57 38.10 32.60 35.95 2B.2 on page No. A-11 to A- 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 41.50 36.70 38.57 38.10 32.60 35.95 15). 3. Pelling 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 48.20 43.50 45.33 42.90 38.70 40.25 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 47.20 42.80 44.41 40.90 37.50 39.17 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 47.20 42.80 44.41 40.90 37.50 39.17 4. Pelling Helipad 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 42.50 39.80 41.32 39.70 35.50 37.55 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 42.30 39.10 40.55 39.50 32.80 34.36 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 42.30 39.10 40.55 39.50 32.80 34.36 5. Pemayangtse 10/11/2016 to 11/11/2016 43.40 38.70 39.56 40.50 35.10 36.97 Monastery 13/02/2017 to 14/02/2017 40.80 37.50 39.22 38.20 34.70 36.59 13/05/2017 to 14/05/2017 40.80 37.50 39.22 38.20 34.70 36.59
Table 4.2 (F): Details of Water Quality Monitoring during the reporting period of PM2
Sl Location Sampling Results Remarks no. period pH Total Total Total (at Hardness Suspended Dissolved 0 25 as CacO3 Solid Solid C) 1. Pelling Drinking Water 11/11/2016 7.01 15.10 ˂0.10 36.0 Results are within permissible limit. (Supply Water) 10/02/2017 7.09 17.50 ˂0.10 34.0 Few sample of water quality 10/05/2017 7.09 17.50 ˂0.10 34.0 monitoring results are enclosed (Ref. 2. Yuksom Drinking Water 11/11/2016 7.06 16.50 ˂0.10 40.0 Appendix – 2B.3 on page No. A-16 to (Supply Water) 10/02/2017 7.10 15.82 ˂0.10 37.0 A-17). 10/05/2017 7.10 15.82 ˂0.10 37.0
4.3 Package DP1 – Procurement of Work for Strengthening and Up Gradation of Road Segment-Damthang Junction to Indian Himalayan Centre at Chemchey, South Sikkim
20. All civil works on this sub project had been concluded on 31st March 2015. Contract was finalized. Road was handed over to the concerned Department.
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4.4 Package DP6 – Procurement of Work for Integrated Development & Services at Existing Base Camp at Yuksom, West Sikkim
4.4.1 Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements
22. The compliance status with National/State /Local statutory environmental requirements for package DP6 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.4(A).
Table 4.4(A): Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP6
Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status1 No. Clearance Pre-Construction Stage 1 Environmental Clearance as per MoEF Department of Not Applicable EIA Notification, 2006. (presently- Tourism & Civil MoEF&CC), GoI Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 2 Cutting trees and transporting Forest Department, Department of Not Applicable as per Forest Conservation Act Govt. of Sikkim. Tourism & Civil (1980). Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 3 Clearance from SPCB under State Pollution Department of Required at construction stage. Water (Prevention & Control of Control Board Tourism & Civil Pollution) Act, 1974 and Air (SPCB), Sikkim. Aviation, (Prevention & Control of Government of Pollution) Act, 1981. Sikkim. Construction Stage 4 Consent to operate Crushers, State Pollution Contractor Contractor has procured required construction materials from licensed Ready Mix Plant (RMP) under Control Board supplier and obtained the MOU copy.
1 The compliance status during construction stage pertains till 30th April 2017 as all civil works on this sub project has completed on 30th April 2017.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status1 No. Clearance Water (Prevention & Control of (SPCB), Sikkim. Pollution) Act, 1974 and Air RMP- No RMP was established. (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. 5 Authorization for disposal of State Pollution Contractor Hazardous waste material was not generated. Hazardous Waste under Control Board Hazardous Waste (SPCB), Sikkim. (Management and Handling) Rules 1989 as amended thereafter. 6 Consent for disposal of sewage State Pollution Contractor Accommodation along with toilet facilities was arranged by the from labour camps under Water Control Board contractor within existing Yuksom Base Camp facility. (Prevention & Control of (SPCB), Sikkim. Disposal of sewage was taken care. Pollution) Act, 1974. 7 Pollution Under Control Department of Contractor Most of the work components had been executed by September 2016 Certificate (Central Motor and Transport, Govt. of except for finishing and services which did not necessitate Vehicle Act Sikkim authorized construction materials to be transported and machineries & 1988). emission testing equipment’s used for work activities during the period under report centers, Sikkim. and therefore requirement of PUC certificates did not arise. 8 Installation of generators under State Pollution Contractor No diesel generator set was installed and operating at site. Air (Prevention & Control of Control Board Pollution) Act. (SPCB), Sikkim. 9 Clearance for transporting Department of Mines Contractor Sub-project excavation work was limited to the construction site only. excavated waste and surplus and Geology/ Local Reuse of excavated materials has been done. material Bodies, Sikkim 10 Permission for extraction of Department of Mines Contractor Required construction materials as reported were procured from the boulder and sand from river and Geology/ licensed quarries by the contractor. beds under Mines and Minerals Concerned District Contractor has obtained MOU and permission for temporary collection (Regulation and Development) Administration, of loose Boulders, sand & stones with validity up to 31/12/2016. Act, 1957 as amended Government of No further requirement of sand and boulders has been predicted. thereafter. Sikkim.
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Sl. Authority Granting Statute Responsibility Compliance status1 No. Clearance 11 License for storing diesel under Commissioner of Contractor Storage of diesel and hazardous material has not been involved. Petroleum Rules, 2002 and Explosives and State Hence, license is not applicable. Hazardous Waste Pollution Control (Management and Handling) Board (SPCB), Rules 1989 Sikkim. 12 Employing Labours and District Labour Contractor Contractor has obtained migration of labour license with validity up to establishing Labour camps (The Commissioner. 29/07/2017. Building and Other Construction Further clarification regarding labour license sought from labour Workers (Regulation of department. Employment and Conditions of Most of the work components involving labour inputs had been Service) Act, 1996. executed by September 2016 except for finishing and services which did not necessitate extensive deployment of labour. The necessity for obtaining insurance of labour did not arise as such. 13 Water requirements for Concerned Water Contractor Ground water has not been used in the sub project. construction and drinking Authority and local (labour camp) purposes. bodies Permission for using spring water source of Gyachen Khola by 07- Yuksam - Dubdi, West Sikkim, has been obtained by the contractor.
4.4.2 Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan
23. The compliance status with EMP implementation for package DP6 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.4 (B). Table 4.4 (B): Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP6
Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude 1. Location Impacts 1.1. Land acquisition and Temporary Low No land acquisition impacts anticipated as PIU Not Applicable resettlement impacts the proposed infrastructure improvement of required due to proposed Yuksom Base Camp is within the existing infrastructure improvement infrastructure facility area. of Yuksom Base Camp. 1.2. Alteration of present Permanent Low Present pattern of infrastructure usage will PIU/PMIU Not Applicable
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude condition remain unchanged during operation period. Alternate usage of similar infrastructure facility will be provided.
2. Design and pre-construction Impacts 2.1. Slope instability due to Permanent Low Project sections will be designed to avoid PIU / PMDSC/ Retaining wall and breast cutting of slopes for cut and fill as far as possible. Where cutting PMIU wall was provided as per retaining wall is required for retaining and Breast wall, requirement. excess material will be reused. Excavated materials were stored and reused in the project.
2.2. Alterations of drainage Permanent Low Design of drainage would be carried out so PIU / PMDSC/ No alteration of drainage was pattern of the site as to avoid alternation of drainage pattern. PMIU involved. Design would be done considering natural drainage. 2.3. Encroachment into Temporary Low Designs of infrastructure improvement will PIU / PMDSC/ No land encroachment was surrounding land use consider storage of construction material. PMIU observed. Materials will be accommodated within the existing available area of the project All the construction material component. was stored at construction site. 2.4. Damage to sensitive Temporary Low There is no involvement of tree cutting in PIU / PMDSC/ No tree cutting was involved vegetation the proposed infrastructure improvement, PMIU in the sub-project. except few wild bushes, which are developed due non- usage of the existing Precautionary measures facility. There is no impact on sensitive were taken to avoid damage vegetation, except dust particle generation nearby vegetation. during construction period, which affects nearby vegetation of the construction site. Each tree near the proposed construction site shall be identified and adequately mark them. All precautions to protect them from
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude any damage shall be taken including providing of tree guards. 3. Pre-construction Activities by Contractor 3.1. Construction Camps – Temporary Moderate The construction camps will be located at Contractor / Labour camp was not Location, Selection, Design least 500 m away from habitations at PMDSC established. and Layout identified sites and will be away from hill slopes. Layout of the camp may be Accommodation and other developed as per conceptual drawing related facilities were provided in of IEE Report. arranged by the contractor within existing Yuksom Base Camp. 3.2. Drinking water availability Temporary Severe The contractor will be responsible for Contractor / The contractor had arranged and water arrangement arrangement of water in workplace at PMDSC drinking water facilities at suitable and easily accessible place for the work place. whole construction period. Sufficient supply of cold potable water (as per IS: 10500) to be provided and maintained. If the drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then, storage tanks will be provided. 3.3. Identification of disposal Permanent High Location of disposal sites will be finalized Contractor / Sub-project excavation work sites based on the guidelines given in Annexure- PMDSC was limited to the 4 of IEE & EMP.and the Engineer will construction site only. certify that these are not located within designated environmentally sensitive areas Reuse of excavated and confirm that disposal of the materials materials was done. does not impact natural drainage courses. No endangered / rare flora is impacted by such materials. 3.4. Quarry Operations Permanent High It has to be ensured that materials are Contractor / Required construction obtained from licensed quarries having PMDSC materials collected as environmental clearance. Quality and reported were procured from legality to be examined by the Contractor the licensed quarries by the and copies of environmental clearances for contractor.
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude these needs to be submitted prior to sourcing of material. 3.5. Ready Mix Plant Temporary Moderate Ready Mix Plant will be located sufficiently Contractor / Ready Mix Plant was not away from habitation; otherwise possible PMDSC established. precautionary measures such as restricted and time bound use will be provided. 4. Construction Impacts 4.1. Project components are Temporary Moderate Due consideration will be given for material Contractor / All the material storage located within the Yuksom storage and construction sites such that it PMDSC locations were found within Base Camp. Improper doesn’t cause any interference to the local construction site. stockpiling of construction and daily traffic movement. Stockpiles will materials can cause be covered to protect traffic from dust and impacts starting from erosion. obstruction of drainage, disturbance/ safety hazard to local population etc.
4.2. Quarry Operations Permanent Moderate Adequate safety precautions will be Contractor / Required construction ensured during transportation of quarry PMDSC materials collected as material from quarries to the construction reported were procured from site. Vehicles transporting the material will the licensed quarries by the be covered to prevent spillage. Operations contractor. to be undertaken by the contractor as per the direction and satisfaction of the Safety precautions like Engineer. covering transporting construction material during transportation were followed. 4.3. Stripping, stocking and Permanent Moderate The top soil from areas of cutting for breast Contractor / Stripping, stocking and preservation of top soil wall and other construction site will be PMDSC preservation of top soil was stripped to a specified depth of 150 mm done as per requirements in and stored in stock piles. construction area. The stockpile will be designed such that the slope does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the height of the pile is to
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude be restricted to 2m. Stockpiles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stockpiles will be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulin. It will be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be unnecessarily transferred either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such stockpiled topsoil will be reused for landscaping. 4.4. Soil Erosion Permanent Moderate Adopt suitable protection techniques for soil Contractor / Stripping, stocking and erosion like covering stockpiles, clearing of PMDSC preservation of top soil was excess soil etc. from construction site to the done as per requirements. designated disposal site. Reuse of excess excavated material was done. 4.5. Compaction of Soil Temporary Low To minimize soil compaction, construction Contractor / Construction vehicles, machinery and equipment will be moved or PMDSC equipment’s were mobilized stationed in designated area only. to site as per requirement from permanent designated area. 4.6. Destabilization of Slopes Permanent High In order to stabilize the slopes, retaining Contractor / Breast wall and retaining wall and breast walls would be designed to PMDSC were constructed as per the enhance the stability of slopes. requirements. 4.7. Soil and Water Pollution Temporary Moderate The fuel and construction machinery Contractor / No fuel storage and vehicle due to fuel and lubricants, storage area will be stationed in such a way PMDSC cleaning area was involved. construction waste. that run off from the site does not drain into the water body. Construction vehicles, Oil interceptor will be provided at equipment’s were mobilized construction machinery parking area, to construction site as per ensuring that all waste water flows into the requirement from permanent interceptor prior to its discharge. designated area. The oil and grease generated may be disposed off into pits filled with the clay-
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude shale dominant debris that would be produced by earth cutting. This material is a good absorbent and can later be removed and disposed in safer places. Soil and water pollution parameters will be monitored as per monitoring plan. 4.8. Siltation of Rivers and Temporary Moderate Silt fencing to be provided near Contractor / No impact was involved to streams due to spillage of construction sites to prevent sediments PMDSC the stream nearby Yuksom construction wastes from the construction site to enter into the Base Camp. nearest water courses. The silt fencing consists of geo-textile with extremely small size supported by wire-mesh mounted on a panel made up of angle frame. The number of units of silt fencing to be installed is to be decided by the Engineer. Discharge standards promulgated under the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 for surface water bodies will be strictly adhered to. No disposal of construction wastes will be carried out into the nearby rivers and streams. Extraneous construction wastes will be transported to the pre-identified disposal sites for safe disposal. 4.9. Generation of Dust Temporary Moderate The contractor will take every precaution to Contractor / No dust was generated. reduce the levels of dust at construction PMDSC sites. All earthwork to be protected/covered in a manner acceptable to the satisfaction of the Engineer to minimise dust generation. Clearance will be affected immediately by manual sweeping and removal of debris, or if so directed by the Engineer, the dust surfaces will be hosed or watered using necessary equipment. 4.10. Emissions from Ready Mix Temporary Moderate Establishment of Ready Mix Plants will be Contractor / No RMP was established.
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude Plant. avoided at environmentally sensitive PMDSC receptors. Exhaust gases will comply with the requirements of relevant current emission control legislation. Monitoring of air and noise parameters will be as per monitoring plan. 4.11. Emission from Construction Temporary Moderate The discharge standards promulgated Contractor / Most of the work Equipment and Machinery under the Environmental Protection Act, PMDSC components had been 1986 will be strictly adhered to. All executed by September equipment and machinery used for 2016 except for finishing construction will conform to the relevant and services which did not Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) norms. necessitate construction All equipment’s and machinery used for materials to be transported construction will be regularly maintained to and machineries & ensure that pollution emission levels equipment’s used for work activities during the period comply with the relevant requirements of under report and therefore SPCB and the Engineer. Compliance requirement of PUC copies will be submitted regularly to the certificates did not arise. Engineer. 4.12. Dust Pollution from Temporary Low For crushers, sitting clearance from SPCB Contractor / Required construction Crushers need to be obtained and only those will be PMDSC materials used as reported used, which has got license from SPCB. were procured from licensed crusher.
4.13. Noise from construction Temporary Moderate Maintenance of equipment and machinery Contractor / Maintenance of vehicles, Equipment’s will be regular and to the satisfaction of the PMDSC equipment and machinery Engineer, to control the noise level. was done regularly to All vehicles and equipment used for maintain noise levels within construction will be fitted with exhaust permissible limit. silencers. During routine servicing operations, the effectiveness of exhaust silencers will be checked and if found to be defective will be replaced. Noise limits for construction equipment will not exceed 75
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude dB (A), as specified in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. Notwithstanding any other conditions of contract, noise level from any item of construction equipment and machinery must comply with the relevant legislation for levels of noise emission. 4.14. Safety and precautionary Temporary Moderate The contractor will take all necessary Contractor / Personnel Protective measures around measures for safety during construction, PMDSC Equipment (PPE) was construction site. provide and maintain barricades around provided to workers. construction site, including signs, marking flags, lights and flagmen, if required as per Details of PPEs used at site Engineer’s direction and satisfaction. were submitted by Contractor. 4.15. Existing facility Temporary Low All facilities and amenities will be Contractor / Complied constructed as per engineering design and PMDSC to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Similarly, restoration of all facilities will be carried out as per design and to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 4.16. Material Handling at Site Temporary Low All workers employed on mixing asphaltic Contractor / Required construction material, cement concrete etc., will be PMDSC materials used as reported provided with protective footwear and were procured from licensed protective goggles. quarries and crusher. Workers, who are engaged in welding works, would be provided with welder’s Personnel Protective protective eye-shields. Equipment (PPE) was Workers engaged in stone breaking provided to workers. activities, if any will be provided with protective goggles and clothing and will be Details of PPEs used at site seated at sufficiently safe intervals. were submitted by The use of any toxic chemical will be strictly Contractor. in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The Engineer will be given at least 6 working days’ notice of the
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude proposed use of any chemical. A register of all toxic chemicals delivered to the site will be kept and maintained up to date by the Contractor. The register will include the trade name, physical properties and characteristics, chemical ingredients, health and safety hazard information, safe handling and storage procedures, and emergency and first aid procedures for the product. 4.17. Disposal of Construction Temporary Moderate Safe disposal of the debris and construction Contractor / Reuse of construction Waste / Debris etc. waste material will be ensured in the pre- PMDSC materials for filling was done identified disposal locations. No as per requirement. construction waste will be disposed off around the site. 4.18. Safety Measures During Temporary Moderate All relevant provisions of the Factories Act, Contractor / Personnel Protective Construction 1948 and the Building and other PMDSC Equipment (PPE) was Construction Workers (regulation of provided to workers. Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 will be adhered to. Details of PPEs used at site Adequate safety measures for workers were submitted by during handling of materials at site will be Contractor. taken up. The contractor has to comply with all regulations regarding safe usage of scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, gangway, stairwells, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and egress. The Personal Protective Equipment for workers on the project will conform to respective IS codes. In addition, at every workplace, a readily available first aid unit including an adequate supply of sterilized dressing material and appliances will be provided as per the
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude Factory Rules. Suitable transport will be provided to facilitate transfer of injured or ill person (s) to the nearest hospital. At every workplace and construction camp, minor medical equipment’s, first aid materials and nursing staff will be provided.
4.19. Risk caused by Force Temporary Low All reasonable precautions will be taken to Contractor / Hospitals / Dispensaries are Majure prevent danger of workers and local public PMDSC available near the project from fire, drowning, etc. All necessary steps site. will be taken for prompt first aid treatment of all injuries likely to be sustained during Contractor had provided the course of work. basic first aid facilities at site. 4.20. Malaria Risk Temporary Low The Contractor will, at his own expense, Contractor / Adequate precautionary conform to all anti-malaria instructions PMDSC measures were undertaken. given to him by the Engineer. The necessary instructions from engineer were followed.
Cleanliness in Yuksom base camp was maintained. 4.21. First aid Temporary Minor At every workplace, a readily available first Contractor / Hospitals / Dispensaries are aid unit including an adequate supply of PMDSC available near the project sterilized dressing material and appliances site. will be provided as per the Factory Rules. Suitable transport will be provided to Contractor had provided facilitate transfer of injured or ill basic first aid facilities at person(s) to the nearest hospital. At site. every workplace and construction camp, equipment and nursing staff will be provided. 4.22. Hygiene Temporary Minor All latrines will be provided with dry-earth Contractor / Hygiene for workers was system (receptacles), which will be cleaned PMDSC taken care and maintained
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude at least four times daily and at least twice within Yuksom base camp. during working hours and kept in a strict sanitary condition. Receptacles will be Garbage bins were provided tarred inside and outside at least once a at site. year.
All temporary accommodation must be constructed and maintained in such a fashion that uncontaminated water is available for drinking, cooking and washing. Garbage bins must be provided in the camps and regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a hygienic manner. Adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Unless otherwise arranged by the local sanitary authority, the local medical health or municipal authorities will make arrangement for disposal of excreta. Excreta may be disposed off by putting a layer of night soils at the bottom of permanent tank prepared for the purpose and covering it with 15 cm layer of waste or refuse and then covering it with a layer of earth for a fortnight (by then it will turn into manure). On completion of the works, all such temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta tank and other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the outline site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the engineer. 4.23. Archaeological Property Temporary Minor The Contractor will take reasonable Contractor / No archaeologically precautions to prevent his workmen or any PMDSC important property was other persons from removing and damaging discovered during any such articles or things and will, construction work.
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude immediately upon discovery thereof and before removal, acquaint the Engineer of such discovery and carry out the Engineer’s instructions for dealing with the same, awaiting which all work will be stopped 100 m all directions from the site of discovery. The Engineer will seek direction from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) before instructing the Contractor to recommence work on the site. 4.24. Clearing of Construction Temporary Major Contractor to prepare site restoration plans Contractor / Site restoration was done. Camps & Restoration for approval by the Engineer. The plan is to PMDSC be implemented by the Contractor prior to demobilization. On completion of the works, all temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta or other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer. Residual topsoil will be distributed on adjoining/ proximate barren/ rocky areas as identified by the Engineer in a layer of thickness of 75mm - 150mm. 5. O&M Impacts 5.1. Environmental Conditions Permanent Moderate The PIU/PMIU will undertake sufficient PIU/PMIU To be compiled at the facility to control tourist flow during peak required stage. season for controlling pollution. 5.2. Pollution due to increased Permanent Moderate Better infrastructure facility will reduce number of tourist. generation of noise. Provision of vegetative barriers around the project component will decrease noise pollution level. 5.3. Accident Safety Permanent Moderate During monsoon season, there is possibility
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Sl. Extent of Impact Environmental Issues Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No Impact Magnitude of accident hazards due to algal growth near the entry gate, which can be controlled by regular cleaning and maintenance.
4.4.3 Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan
24. The Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan for package DP6 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.4 (C). Table 4.4 (C ): Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of DP6 Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines 1 Air Quality at Construction SO2, NO2, PM10, Near Yuksom Once in a As per SPCB Accommodation along project area Stage PM2.5, CO Base Camp season (except guidelines with toilet facilities was monsoon) for arranged by the three seasons contractor within existing
2 Air Quality at Construction SO2, NO2, PM10, At construction Once in a As per as per Yuksom Base Camp Construction Stage PM2.5, CO camp location, season (except SPCB facility. Therefore, Camp during monsoon) for guidelines construction camp has construction three seasons not established. 3 Noise Level at Construction Equivalent Day Near Yuksom Once in a As per SPCB Contractor, to be Base Camp Stage & Night Time Base Camp season (except guidelines monitored The monitoring location is Noise Levels monsoon) for through approved common for three seasons Monitoring Redevelopment and 4 Noise level at Construction Free field at 1 m At construction Once in a As per SPCB Agency provision of basic Construction Stage from the camp location, season during guideline services at Yuksom Base Camp equipment during (except Camp (West Sikkim) whose noise construction. monsoon) for and Strengthening and levels are to be three seasons upgrading of existing determined road in West Sikkim: B- Yuksom Sector Yuksom 5 Water quality Construction TDS, pH, TSS, Stream near Twice a year (IS: Bazaar to Yuksom at Project stage conductivity, Yuksom Base (pre-monsoon 10500:2012) Helipad and the results and post
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines area Hardness Camp monsoon) are given Table 4.2 (D), Table 4.2 (E) and Table 4.2 (F) respectively. The results were within permissible limits as per CPCB Standards. 6 Air Quality at Operation SO2, NO2, PM10, Near Yuksom Once in a As per SPCB project area Stage PM2.5, CO Base Camp season (except guidelines monsoons) for three seasons Monitoring of Air Quality, 7 Noise Level at Operation Equivalent Day Near Yuksom Once in a As per SPCB Noise level and Water Base Camp Stage & Night Time Base Camp season (except guidelines PIU through quality shall be Noise Levels monsoons) for Approved undertaken during three seasons monitoring operation period. 8 Water quality Operation TDS, pH, TSS, Stream near Twice a year (IS: agency at Project Stage conductivity, Yuksom Base (pre-monsoon 10500:2012) area Hardness Camp and post monsoon)
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4.5 Package DP8 – Procurement of Adventure and Eco Tourism Infrastructure and Facility up gradation at Existing IHCAE Campus, Chemchey in South Sikkim
4.5.1 Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements
25. The compliance status with National/State /Local statutory environmental requirements for package DP8 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.5(A). Table 4.5(A): Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP8
Compliance Sl. Applicable Environmental Authority Granting Responsibility Status No. Acts/Rules/Notifications Clearance
Pre-Construction Stage 1 Environmental Clearance as per MoEF (presently- Department of Tourism & Not Applicable EIA Notification, 2006. MoEF&CC), GoI Civil Aviation, Government of Sikkim. 2 Cutting trees and transporting as Forest Department, Department of tourism & Civil Not Applicable per Forest Conservation Act Govt. of Sikkim. Aviation, Government of (1980). Sikkim. 3 Clearance from SPCB under Water State Pollution Department of tourism & Civil Required at construction stage. (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Control Board Aviation, Government of Act, 1974 and Air (Prevention & (SPCB), Sikkim. Sikkim. Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. Construction Stage 4 Consent to operate Crushers, State Pollution Contractor Crusher- Contractor has procured required Ready Mix Plant under Water Control Board construction materials from licensed crushers and (Prevention & Control of Pollution) (SPCB), Sikkim. obtained the MOU copy and renewed CTO with Act, 1974 and Air (Prevention & validity up to 31/03/2017 and 31/03/2018. Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. RMP- No RMP was established. Hot Mix plant - Required construction materials being collected so far reported to have been procured from the licensed quarries by the contractor. CTE and CTO has been obtained by the contractor with validity till
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Compliance Sl. Applicable Environmental Authority Granting Responsibility Status No. Acts/Rules/Notifications Clearance
31/03/2018. 5 Authorization for disposal of State Pollution Contractor No Hazardous waste material was generated. Hazardous Waste under Control Board Hazardous Waste (Management (SPCB), Sikkim. and Handling) Rules 1989 as amended thereafter. 6 Consent for disposal of sewage State Pollution Contractor Labour camp was established within IHCAE Campus from labour camps under Water Control Board and NOC from State Pollution Control Board was (Prevention & Control of Pollution) (SPCB), Sikkim. obtained. Act, 1974. Mostly local labours are engaged by the contractor.
Accommodation for outside labours was arranged within existing IHCAE campus and letter in this regard has been obtained from IHCAE.
Disposal of sewage was taken care. 7 Pollution Under Control Certificate Department of Contractor PUC certificates for construction vehicles mainly used (Central Motor and Vehicle Act Transport, Govt. of for transportation of construction materials used in the 1988). Sikkim authorized works have been submitted by the contractor. Most of emission testing the works were carried out manually involving little centers, Sikkim. use of construction machineries.
8 Installation of generators under Air State Pollution Contractor No diesel generator set was installed and operating at (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Control Board site. Act, 1981. (SPCB), Sikkim. 9 Clearance for transporting and Department of Mines Contractor Sub-project excavation work was limited to the dumping of excavated, waste and Geology/ Local construction site only. material (Municipal Solid Waste Bodies, Sikkim Reuse of excavated materials has been done. Rules 2000). 10 Permission for extraction of Department of Mines Contractor Required construction materials being collected as boulder and sand from river beds and Geology/ Forest reported were procured from the licensed quarries by under Mines and Minerals Department, the contractor. (Regulation and Development) Act, Government of Contractor has obtained MOU and has renewed the
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Compliance Sl. Applicable Environmental Authority Granting Responsibility Status No. Acts/Rules/Notifications Clearance
1957 as amended thereafter. Sikkim. permission for temporary collection of loose Boulders, sand & stones with validity upto 31/12/2016 and 16.5.2017. No further requirements of Quarry material has been predicted. 11 License for storing diesel under Commissioner of Contractor Storage of diesel and hazardous material was not Petroleum Rules, 2002 and Explosives and State involved. Hence, license is not applicable. Hazardous Waste (Management Pollution Control and Handling) Rules 1989. Board (SPCB), Sikkim. 12 Employing Labours and District Labour Contractor Contractor has obtained Labour Clearance Certificate Establishing Labour camps (The Commissioner. from Department of Labour, Government of Sikkim Building and Other Construction and labour welfare cess has been deposited to Workers (Regulation of Labour Department. Employment and Conditions of Further clarification regarding labour license sought Service) Act, 1996). from labour department. Contractor has renewed the Inter State Migrant Workmen License with validity up to 31/12/2016 and 31/12/2017 Contractor has obtained insurance with validity up to 24/07/2017. Most of the work components involving labour inputs had been executed by 24/07/2017 except for finishing and services which did not necessitate extensive deployment of labour. The necessity for obtaining insurance of labour did not arise as such. 13 Permission to withdraw surface Concerned water Contractor Ground water has not been used in the project. and ground water for construction authority / local Contractor has obtained permission of using water for purpose. bodies. construction purpose from Principal, IHCAE Campus.
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4.5.2 Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan
26. The compliance status with EMP implementation for package DP8 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.5 (B). Table 4.5 (B): Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP8
Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact 1. Location Impacts 1.1 Land acquisition and Temporary Low No land acquisition impacts anticipated as PIU Not Applicable resettlement impacts the proposed “Adventure and Eco-Tourism required due to proposed Infrastructure and Facility Up-gradation at infrastructure existing IHCAE Campus, Chemchey (South improvement. Sikkim)” is within the existing infrastructure facility area. 1.2 Alteration of present Permanent Low Present pattern of infrastructure usage will PIU/PMIU Not Applicable condition be changed during construction and operation period. 2. Design and Pre-construction Impacts 2.1 Slope instability due to Permanent Low Project sections will be designed to avoid PIU / PMDSC Retaining wall was provided cutting cut and fill as far as possible. Where cutting / PMIU as per requirement. is required for retaining wall, excess material Excavated materials were will be reused. stored and reused in the project. 2.2 Alterations of drainage Permanent Low Design of drainage structures would be PIU / PMDSC/ No alteration of drainage was pattern of the site carried out so as to avoid alternation of PMIU involved. drainage pattern. Design would be done considering natural drainage. 2.3 Encroachment into Temporary Low Designs of infrastructure improvement will PIU / PMDSC No land encroachment was surrounding land use consider for storage of construction material. /PMIU observed. Materials will be made to accommodate All the construction material within the existing available area of the was stored at construction project component. site. 2.4 Damage to sensitive Temporary Low There is no involvement of tree cutting in the PIU / PMDSC Precautionary measures vegetation proposed infrastructure improvement, /PMIU were taken to avoid damage
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact except few bushes and herbs. There is no nearby vegetation. major impact on sensitive vegetation, except dust particle generation during construction period, which affects nearby vegetation of the construction site. Identify each tree nearby the proposed construction site and adequately mark them. Take all precautions to protect them from any damage. 3. Pre-construction Activities by Contractor 3.1 Construction Camps – Temporary Moderate The construction camps will be located at Contractor / Accommodation and other Location, Selection, least 500 m away from habitations at PMDSC related facilities were Design and Layout identified sites and will be away from hill arranged by the contractor slopes. Layout of the camp may be within existing IHCAE developed as per conceptual drawing given campus. in IEE report. 3.2 Drinking water availability Temporary Severe The contractor will be responsible for Contractor / Drinking water was arranged and water arrangement arrangement of water in workplace at PMDSC by the contractor from suitable and easily accessible place for the existing IHCAE campus whole construction period. Sufficient supply facilities. of cold potable water (as per IS: 10500) to be provided and maintained. If the drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then, storage tanks will be provided. 3.3 Identification of disposal Permanent High Location of disposal sites will be finalized Contractor / Sub-project excavation work sites based on the guidelines given in IEE Report PMDSC was limited to the and the Engineer will certify these are not construction site only. located within designated environmentally sensitive areas and confirm that disposal of Reuse of excavated materials the material does not impact natural was done. drainage courses. No endangered / rare flora is impacted by such material.
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact Settlements are located at least 500 m away from the site. 3.4 Quarry Operations Permanent High The materials will be obtained from licensed Contractor / Required construction quarries having environmental clearance. PMDSC materials collected as Quality and legality to be examined by the reported were procured from Contractor and copies of environmental the licensed quarries by the clearances for these needs to be submitted contractor. prior to sourcing of material. 3.5 Ready Mix Plant Temporary Moderate Ready Mix Plant will be located sufficiently Contractor / No Ready-Mix Plant was away from habitation; otherwise possible PMDSC established. precautionary measures such as restricted and time bound use will be provided. 4. Construction Impacts 4.1 Project components are Temporary Moderate Due consideration will be given for material Contractor / All the material storage located within the IHCAE storage and construction sites such that it PMDSC locations were found within Campus. Improper doesn’t cause any interference with construction site. stockpiling of construction environment. Stockpiles will be covered to materials can cause protect from dust and erosion. impacts starting from obstruction of drainage, disturbance/ safety hazard to local population etc. 4.2 Quarry Operations Permanent Moderate Adequate safety precautions will be ensured Contractor / Required construction during transportation of quarry material from PMDSC materials collected as quarries to the construction site. Vehicles reported were procured from transporting the material will be covered to the licensed quarries by the prevent spillage. Operations to be contractor. undertaken by the contractor as per the direction and satisfaction of the engineer. Safety precautions like covering transporting construction material during transportation were being
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact followed.
4.3 Stripping, stocking and Permanent Moderate The topsoil from areas of cutting for Contractor / Stripping, stocking and preservation of top soil retaining wall and other construction site will PMDSC preservation of top soil was be stripped to a specified depth of 150 mm done as per requirements in and stored in stockpiles. construction area. The stockpile will be designed such that the slope does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the height of the pile is to be restricted to 2m. Stockpiles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stockpiles will be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulins. It will be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be unnecessarily transferred either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such topsoil will be reused for landscaping. 4.4 Soil Erosion Permanent Moderate Adopt suitable protection techniques for soil Contractor / Stripping, stocking and erosion like covering stockpiles, clearing of PMDSC preservation of top soil was excess soil etc. from construction site to the being done as per designated disposal site. requirements. Reuse of excess excavated material was done. 4.5 Compaction of Soil Temporary Low To minimize soil compaction, construction Contractor / Construction vehicles, machinery and equipment will be parked or PMDSC equipment’s were mobilized stationed in designated area only. to site as per requirement from permanent designated area. 4.6 Destabilization of Slopes Permanent High In order to stabilize the slopes, retaining Contractor / Retaining wall was walls would be designed to enhance the PMDSC constructed as protective stability of slopes. measures to avoid slope
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact instability. 4.7 Soil and Water Pollution Temporary Moderate The fuel and construction machinery storage Contractor / No fuel storage and vehicle due to fuel and lubricants, area will be stationed in such a way that PMDSC cleaning area was involved. construction waste. runoff from the site does not drain into the water body. Construction vehicles, Oil interceptor will be provided at equipment’s were mobilized construction machinery and equipments to construction site as per parking area, ensuring that all waste water requirement from permanent flows into the interceptor prior to its designated area. discharge. The oil and grease generated may be disposed off into pits filled with the clay- shale dominant debris that would be produced by earth cutting. This material is a good absorbent and can later be removed and disposed in safer places. Soil and water pollution parameters will be monitored as per monitoring plan. 4.8 Siltation on Rivers and Temporary Moderate Silt fencing to be provided near construction Contractor / No water bodies were streams due to spillage of sites to prevent sediments from the PMDSC observed nearby construction construction wastes construction site to enter into the nearest site. water courses. The silt fencing consists of geo-textile with extremely small size supported by wire-mesh mounted on a panel made up of angle frame. The number of units of silt fencing to be installed is to be decided by the engineer. Discharge standards promulgated under the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 for surface water bodies will be strictly adhered to. No disposal of construction wastes will be carried out into the nearby rivers, streams and water bodies. Extraneous construction wastes will be transported to
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact the pre-identified disposal site for safe disposal. 4.9 Generation of Dust Temporary Moderate The contractor will take every precaution to Contractor / No dust was generated in reduce the levels of dust at construction PMDSC construction site. sites. All earthwork to be protected/covered in a manner acceptable to the satisfaction of the engineer to minimise dust generation. Clearance will be affected immediately by manual sweeping and removal of debris, or if so directed by the Engineer, the dust surfaces will be hosed or watered using necessary equipment. 4.10 Emissions from Ready Temporary Moderate Establishment of Ready Mix Plants will be Contractor / No RMP was established. Mix Plant. avoided at environmentally sensitive PMDSC receptors. Exhaust gases will comply with the requirements of relevant current emission control legislation. Monitoring of air and noise parameters will be as per monitoring plan. 4.11 Emission from Temporary Moderate The discharge standards promulgated under Contractor / Most of the works were Construction Equipment the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 will PMDSC carried out manually involving and Machinery be strictly adhered to. All equipment and little use of construction machinery used for construction will conform machineries. to the relevant Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) norms. All equipment’s and machinery used for construction will be regularly maintained to ensure that pollution emission levels comply with the relevant requirements of SPCB. Compliance copies will be submitted regularly to the Engineer.
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact 4.12 Dust Pollution from Temporary Low For crushers, sitting clearance from SPCB Contractor / Required construction Crushers need to be obtained and only those will be PMDSC materials used as reported used, which has got license from SPCB. were procured from licensed crushers. 4.13 Noise from construction Temporary Moderate Maintenance of equipment and machinery Contractor / Maintenance of vehicles, equipment’s will be regular and to the satisfaction of the PMDSC equipment and machinery engineer, to control the noise level. was done regularly to All vehicles and equipment used for maintain noise levels within construction will be fitted with exhaust permissible limit. silencers. During routine servicing operations, the effectiveness of exhaust silencers will be checked and if found to be defective will be replaced. Noise limits for construction equipment will not exceed 75 dB (A), as specified in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. Notwithstanding any other conditions of contract, noise level from any item of construction equipment and machinery must comply with the relevant legislation for levels of noise emission. 4.14 Safety and precautionary Temporary Moderate The contractor will take all necessary Contractor / Protective / safety measures measures around measures for safety during construction, PMDSC like barricades, signboards for construction site. provide and maintain barricades around workers were taken into construction site, including signs, marking consideration. flags, lights as per site engineer’s direction. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was provided to workers.
Details of PPEs used at site were submitted by Contractor. 4.15 Existing facility Temporary Low All facilities and amenities will be Contractor / Complied
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact constructed as per engineering design and PMDSC to the satisfaction of the engineer. Similarly, restoration of all facilities will be carried out as per design and to the satisfaction of the engineer. 4.16 Mater ial handling at site Temporary Low All workers employed on mixing asphaltic Contractor / Required construction material, cement, concrete etc., will be PMDSC materials used as reported provided with protective footwear and were procured from licensed protective goggles. quarries and crusher. Workers, who are engaged in welding works, would be provided with welder’s Personal Protective protective eye-shields. Equipment (PPE) was Workers engaged in stone breaking provided to workers. activities, if any will be provided with protective goggles and clothing and will be Details of PPEs used at site seated at sufficiently safe intervals. were submitted by The use of any toxic chemical will be strictly Contractor. in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The Contractor will have to give at least 6 working days’ notice of the proposed use of any chemical. A register of all toxic chemicals delivered to the site will be kept and maintained up to date by the Contractor. The register will include the trade name, physical properties and characteristics, chemical ingredients, health and safety hazard information, safe handling and storage procedures and emergency and first aid procedures for the product. 4.17 Disposal of Construction Temporary Moderate Safe disposal of the extraneous material will Contractor / Reuse of construction Waste / Debris etc. be ensured in the pre-identified disposal PMDSC materials for filling was done locations. No construction waste will be as per requirement. disposed off around the site. 4.18 Safety Measures During Temporary Moderate All relevant provisions of the Factories Act, Contractor / Personal Protective
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact Construction 1948 and the Building and other PMDSC Equipment (PPE) was Construction Workers (regulation of provided to workers. Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 will be adhered to. Details of PPEs used at site Adequate safety measures for workers were submitted by during handling of materials at site will be Contractor. taken up. The contractor has to comply with all regulations regarding safe scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, gangway, stairwells, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and egress. The Personal Protective Equipment for workers on the project will conform to respective IS codes. In addition, at every workplace, a readily available first aid unit including an adequate supply of sterilized dressing material and appliances will be provided as per the Factory Rules. Suitable transport will be provided to facilitate transfer of injured or ill person (s) to the nearest hospital. At every workplace and construction camp, equipment and nursing staff will be provided. 4.19 Risk caused by Force Temporary Low All reasonable precaution will be taken to Contractor / Hospitals / Dispensaries are Majure prevent danger of workers from fire, PMDSC available near the project drowning, etc. All necessary steps will be site. taken for prompt first aid treatment of all injuries likely to be sustained during the Contractor had provided course of work. basic first aid facilities at site. 4.20 Malaria Risk Temporary Low The Contractor will, at his own expense, Contractor / Precautionary measures were conform to all anti-malaria instructions given PMDSC undertaken. to him by the engineer. The necessary instructions
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact from engineer were followed.
Cleanliness in IHCAE camp was maintained. 4.21 Hygiene Temporary Minor All latrines will be provided with dry-earth Contractor / Hygiene for workers was system (receptacles), which will be cleaned PMDSC taken care and maintained at least four times daily and at least twice within IHCAE campus. during working hours and kept in a strict sanitary condition. Receptacles will be tarred inside and outside at least once a year. Garbage bins were provided All temporary accommodation must be at site. constructed and maintained in such a fashion that uncontaminated water is available for drinking, cooking and washing. Garbage bins must be provided in the camps and regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a hygienic manner. Adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Unless otherwise arranged by the local sanitary authority, the local medical health or municipal authorities will make arrangement for disposal of excreta. Excreta may be disposed off by putting a layer of night soils at the bottom of permanent tank prepared for the purpose and covering it with 15 cm layer of waste or refuse and then covering it with a layer of earth for a fortnight (by then it will turn into manure). On completion of the works, all such temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta tank and other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the outline site left
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the engineer. 4.22 Archaeological Property Temporary Minor The contractor will take reasonable Contractor / No archaeologically important precaution to prevent his workmen or any PMDSC property was discovered other persons from removing and damaging during construction work. any such article or thing and will, immediately upon discovery thereof and before removal acquaint the engineer of such discovery and carry out the engineer’s instructions for dealing with the same, awaiting which all work will be stopped 100 m all directions from the site of discovery. The engineer will seek direction from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) before instructing the Contractor to recommence work on the site. 4.23 Clearing of Construction Temporary Major Contractor to prepare site restoration plans Contractor / Site restoration was done. Camps & Restoration for approval by the engineer. The plan is to PMDSC be implemented by the contractor prior to demobilization. On completion of the works, all temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta or other disposal pits or trenches filled in and effectively sealed off and the site left clean and tidy, at the Contractor’s expense, to the entire satisfaction of the engineer. Residual topsoil will be distributed on adjoining/ proximate barren/ rocky areas as identified by the engineer in a layer of thickness of 75mm - 150mm. 5. O&M Impacts 5.1 Environmental conditions Permanent Moderate The PIU/PMIU will undertake sufficient PIU/PMIU To be compiled at required
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Extent Sl. Impact Environmental Issues of Mitigation Measures Responsibility Compliance Status No. Magnitude Impact facility to control pollution during peak tourist stage. season. They will undertake seasonal monitoring of air, water, noise and soil quality through an approved monitoring agency. The parameters to be monitored, frequency and duration of monitoring as well as the locations to be monitored will be as per the Monitoring Plan prepared.
5.2 Pollution due to increased Permanent Moderate Charming and better infrastructure facility number of tourist. will reduce generation of noise. Provision of vegetative barriers around the project component will decrease noise pollution level.
5.3 Accident safety Permanent Moderate During monsoon season, there is possibility Risk of accident hazard due to algal growth, which can be control by regular cleaning and maintenance.
4.5.3 Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan
27. The Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan for package DP8 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.5 (C). Table 4.5 (C): Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of DP8 Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines 1 Air quality at Construction SO2, NO2, PM10, At IHCAE Once in a season As per Contractor, to The environmental project area stage PM2.5, CO (except SPCB be monitored monitoring has not been monsoon) for the guidelines through carried out during this entire approved reporting period.
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Stage Location Frequency Responsibility Compliance Status No. be Monitored Guidelines construction monitoring period agency 2 Air Quality at Construction SO2, NO2, PM10, At Once in a season As per construction stage PM2.5, CO construction (except SPCB camp camp monsoons) for guidelines location, the entire during construction construction period 3 Noise level at Construction Equivalent day At two Once in a season As per project area stage & night time locations at during SPCB noise levels IHCAE and construction guidelines area end stage near habitation 4 Noise level at Construction Free field at 1 m At Once in a season As per construction stage from the construction during SPCB Camp equipment camp construction guideline whose noise location, stage levels are to be during determined. construction 5 Water quality Construction TDS, pH, TSS, At one Twice a year IS: 2296 stage conductivity, locations (pre-monsoon Hardness nearby project and post area, if any monsoon) for the entire period of construction 6 Air quality at Operation SO2, NO2, PM10, At IHCAE Once in a season As per PIU through To be compiled at the residential stage PM2.5, CO (except SPCB Approved required stage. area monsoons) for guidelines monitoring the first year of agency operation 7 Noise levels at Operation Equivalent day At IHCAE Once in a season As per residential and stage & night time for the first year SPCB silence zone noise levels of operation guidelines
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4.6 Package DP9 – Procurement of Community Based Village Tourism Infrastructure Development in Village Cluster of Rey-Mindu and Damthang in East Sikkim & South Sikkim
4.6.1 Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements
28. The compliance status with National/State /Local statutory environmental requirements for package DP9 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.6(A). Table 4.6(A): Compliance Status with National/State /Local Statutory Environmental Requirements of DP9 Sl. Authority Granting Regulatory Frameworks Applicability Responsibility Compliance Status No. Clearance Construction Stage 1. EIA Notification, 2006; MoEF (Presently MoEF & The construction of project Contractor Complied CC), GoI and State will require boulder, sand and Pollution Control Board, aggregates. These will be Government of Sikkim. procured through mining from statutorily compliant quarries. 2. The Forest Conservation Act, MoEF (Presently MoEF & The construction of project Contractor Contractor has obtained MOU and 1980; CC), GoI and Concern will require boulder, sand and the permission for temporary Forest Department, aggregates. These will be collection of loose Boulders, Sand Government of Sikkim. procured through mining from & Stones for Rey Mindu village statutorily compliant quarries. tourism subproject with validity up to 31/03/2017. Contractor has obtained MOU and the permission for temporary collection of loose Boulders, Sand & Stones for Damthang village tourism subproject with validity up to 31/12/2016. Stone Crushers Contractor has procured required construction materials from licensed crushers and obtained the MOU copy and CTO with
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Sl. Authority Granting Regulatory Frameworks Applicability Responsibility Compliance Status No. Clearance validity upto 31/03/2017. 3. Air (Prevention & Control of State Pollution Control For operating construction Contractor Construction camp was not Pollution) Act, 1981, Noise Board (SPCB), Sikkim. camp, construction plant, established. Pollution (Regulation and crusher, batching plant, Mostly local labours are engaged Control) rules 2000 and the installation of generators etc. by the contractor. Water (Prevention & Control Those hired from outside were of Pollution) Act, 1974. accommodated in rented house. Required construction materials collected as reported were procured from the licensed quarries and crushers by the contractor. Permission for temporary collection of loose boulders, sand & stones and License to operate for Stone Crushers has been obtained. No Batching Plant/Ready Mix Plant was established.
No generator was installed. 4. Hazardous Wastes State Pollution Control Storage and handling of Contractor Storage of hazardous material (Management, Handling and Board (SPCB), Sikkim. hazardous waste during was not involved. Hence, license Transboundary Movement) construction. is not applicable. Rules 2008. 5. Municipal Solid Waste Rules State Pollution Control For disposal of solid waste Contractor Waste generated at rented house 2000. Board (SPCB), Sikkim generated during was disposed by land lord. construction. Waste generated at construction site was reused. 6. Central Motor and Vehicle Act Department of Transport, For construction machinery, Contractor PUC certificates for vehicles, 1988 Govt. of Sikkim. equipment and vehicles. construction machineries and equipment’s has been obtained by the Contractor. 7. Mines and Minerals MoEF (Presently MoEF & The construction of project Contractor Contractor has obtained MOU and (Regulation and Development) CC), Dept. of Mining/ will require boulder, sand and permission for temporary
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Sl. Authority Granting Regulatory Frameworks Applicability Responsibility Compliance Status No. Clearance Act, 1957 as amended Concerned District aggregates. These will be collection of loose Boulders, sand thereafter. Administration, procured through mining from & stones. Government of Sikkim. statutorily compliant quarries. 8. License for storing diesel Commissioner of For transporting and storing Contractor Storage of diesel was not involved under Petroleum Rules, 2002 Explosives /SPCB. diesel, bitumen etc. during. Hence, license is not and The Explosives Act 1884 applicable. & Rules 2008. 9. Employing Labours as per Labour Commissioner Engagement of Labour. Contractor Mostly local labours were The Building and Other Office. engaged by the contractor. Construction Workers Those hired from outside were Regulation of Employment accommodated in rented house. and Conditions of Service Act, Contractor has obtained license 1996 and The Employment from Labour Department for Inter Rights (Amendment) Act State Migrant Workers with validity 2013. up to 31/03/2017 10. Protection form hazardous - Damage to victims of an Contractor Contractor has obtained the materials and accidents as per accident. insurance policy with validity up to Public Liability Insurance Act, 24/07/2017 1991. 11. Permission to withdraw Irrigation Department / Use of surface water for Contractor Ground water was not used in the surface and ground water for Concerned District construction and drinking project. construction and drinking Administration. (Labour Camp) purposes. Contractor has obtained (Labour Camp) purposes permission of using surface water under Environment Protection for construction purpose from Act -1986. Panchayat Ray – Mindu GPU Rey vide Ref. 118 and from Rural Management and Development Department 12. The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Ancient Monuments and Contractor No Archaeological remains were Archaeological Sites and Department. Archaeological Sites and discovered during construction Remains, Acts 1958. Remains. work.
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4.6.2 Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan
29. The compliance status with EMP implementation for package DP9 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.6 (B). Table 4.6 (B): Compliance Status with Environmental Management Plan of DP9
Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring 1. Pre-Construction Stage 1.1. Land Acquisition No land acquisition is involved for the project. PIU& PMIU Not Applicable In event land acquisition is needed for the project, will PMDSC be carried out in accordance with The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation & Resettlement Act, 2013 and ADB’s Involuntary Resettlement Policy, (1995) & policy on Indigenous People, 1998. Project Management Implementation Unit will ascertain that any additional environmental impacts resulting from acquisition of land shall be addressed and integrated into the EMP and other relevant documents. 1.2. Preservation of Trees All efforts will be made to preserve trees through PIU& PMIU No tree cutting was minor design adjustments to save trees. Specific PMDSC involved in the attention will be given for protecting giant trees, and infrastructure locally important trees (religiously important etc.). improvement. Tree cutting if required, is to proceed only after all the legal requirements including attaining of In-principle and Formal Clearances from the Forest Dept./DoEF/MoEF are completed and subsequently a written order is issued to the Contractor. Particular species declared as ‘protected’ by the State’s Forest Dept. in the private land will be felled only after due clearance from the Forest Dept. is obtained. Effort will be made and explore to integrate existing vegetation during site enhancement.
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring 1.3. Construction Vehicles All vehicles and equipment to be brought to site for Contractor PIU& PMDSC PUC certificates has been and Equipment’s construction will confirm to the relevant Bureau of obtained by the India Standard (BIS) norms and the manufacturer’s Contractor. specifications. The discharge standards promulgated under the Environment Protection Act, 1986 will be strictly adhered to. Noise limits for construction No fuel storage was equipment to be procured such as compactors, involved. concrete mixers, vibrators and saws will not exceed the value specified in the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. The equipment proposed to be used must be checked and certified fit, especially with respect to the potential leakage of oil and grease. The inspection should verify that: • Equipment is clean (free of mud, dirt and oil) • Equipment is in good working order. • Contractor has a spill kit • Operator is trained on the refueling, maintenance, and emergency spill procedures. • A log book will be maintained documenting all fueling and maintenance events (date, time, location, condition of site, weather conditions, amount of fuel on maintenance event, issues). • Adequate inspections will be conducted during the construction period. 1.4. Identification of Stone The Contractor shall submit list of licensed quarries Contractor PIU& PMDSC Required construction Quarry from where stone aggregate will be procured. materials collected as The Contractor shall submit valid documents and reported were procured formal agreement with the owner/operator in case use from the licensed quarries of an existing quarry is proposed. by the contractor. The Contractor shall avoid existing quarries, which is located within 1000 mts. from wildlife Permission for temporary habitats/movement areas. collection of loose In case the Contractor decides to use quarries other boulders and stones has
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring than existing stone quarries, then it will be selected been obtained. based on the suitability of the materials. The Contractor will obtain necessary permission for procurement of materials from Mining Department, District Administration and State Pollution Control Board and shall submit a copy of the approval and the rehabilitation plan to the PMIU and Environmental specialist, PMDSC. 1.5. Identification of Sand The Contractor shall submit list of licensed sand Contractor PIU& PMDSC Required construction Quarry quarries from where sand will be procured. materials collected as The Contractor shall submit valid documents and reported were procured formal agreement with the owner/operator in case use from the licensed quarries of an existing sand quarry is proposed. by the contractor. In case the Contractor decides to use quarries other than existing sand quarries, then the Contractor will Permission for temporary obtain necessary permission for procurement of sand collection of sand has from Mining Department, District Administration and been obtained. State Pollution Control Board and shall submit a copy of the approval and the rehabilitation plan to the PMIU and Environmental specialist, PMDSC. 1.6. Arrangement for The Contractor will use ground water as a source of Contractor PIU& PMDSC Ground water was not Construction Water water for the construction and will set up his own bore used in the project. well facility for construction work. The Contractor can use the ponds, which are not in Contractor has obtained use by the community, in which case, before using Permission to use water any pond water contractor will obtain written consent for construction purposes. from the owner and submit them to PMDSC. The Contractor will provide a list of locations and type of sources from where water for construction will be used. To avoid disruption/disturbance to other water users, the Contractor will extract water from fixed locations and consult the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC before finalizing the locations.
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring The Contractor will need to comply with the requirements of the relevant authority (ies) and seek its approval for doing so and submit copies of the permission to PMDSC and PMIU. 1.7. Site Identification for The Contractor shall prepare a Comprehensive Solid Contractor PIU& PMDSC Reuse of construction Disposal of Unsuitable Waste Management Plan (CSWMP) and shall be materials for filling was Materials submitted for approval of Environmental Specialist, done. PMDSC. The CSWMP will be approved by Environmental Specialist, PMDSC in consultation with the PMIU before construction work starts. 1.8. Labour Requirements Local people will be given preference for unskilled and Contractor PIU& PMDSC Labour camp was not other jobs created during construction phase of the been established. project. The contractor would notify requirement of unskilled labours in nearby/surrounding village Mostly local labours were Panchayats. engaged by the The Contractor shall obtain necessary permits for contractor. employment of labour and shall provide minimum wage as notified/stipulated by GoI or GoS. Those hired from outside Skilled and unskilled labour if engaged from outside, were accommodated in the Contractor shall provide rented accommodation rented house. with basic amenities to minimize environmental impact footprint. License for Migration of In case, rented accommodation is not available, the labour for 50 labours Contractor shall construct temporary accommodation have been obtained by with all basic amenities as per the Factories Act, 1948 Contractor. and the Building and other Construction Workers (regulation of Employment and Conditions of Services) Act, 1996. 2. Construction Stage 2.1. Clearing and Grubbing No tree cutting is involved for the project. Contractor PIU& PMDSC No tree cutting was Vegetation will be removed from the construction zone involved. before commencement of construction. All works will be carried out such that the damage to flora is However, vegetation of
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring minimum. ground cover that Only ground cover/shrubs that impinge directly on the impinges directly on the permanent works or necessary temporary works will works was removed be removed with prior approval from the from the construction Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. zone with minimal The Contractor, under any circumstances will not cut damage to flora. or damage trees. Trees identified under the project will be cut only after receiving clearance from the Forest Dept./DoEF/MoEF and after the receipt of PMIU’s written permission in this regard. 2.2. Generation of Debris from Debris generated due to the dismantling of the Contractor PIU& PMDSC Waste generated during dismantling structures existing structures/footpath will be suitably reused in construction was reused. and footpath surface the proposed construction, subject to the suitability of the materials and approval of the Engineer and Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. The contractor will suitably dispose-off unutilized debris materials either through filling up of plinth area or as per CSWMP approved by Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. All arrangements for transportation during construction including provision, maintenance, dismantling and clearing debris, will be planned and implemented by the Contractor as approved CSWMP and directed by the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. Debris generated from construction activities shall be disposed such that it does not flow into the surface water bodies or form mud puddles in the area. The Contractor at its cost shall resolve any claim, arising out of waste disposal or any non-compliance that may arise on account of lack of action on his part. 2.3. Stripping, stocking and The topsoil from areas of cutting for construction work Contractor PIU& PMDSC Stripping, stocking and preservation of top soil will be stripped to a specified depth of 150 mm and preservation of top soil stored in stockpiles. was done as per
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring The stockpile will be designed such that the slope requirements in does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the construction area. height of the pile is to be restricted to 2m. Stockpiles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stockpiles will be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulins. It will be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be unnecessarily transferred either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such topsoil will be reused for landscaping. 2.4. Quarry Operations The Contractor shall obtain materials for quarries only Contractor PIU& PMDSC Required construction after consent of the Department of Mining and District materials collected as Administration. reported were procured The quarry operations will be undertaken within the from the licensed quarries rules and regulations in force. by the contractor. 2.5. Construction Water The Contractor will arrange adequate supply and Contractor PIU& PMDSC Contractor has submitted storage of water for the whole construction period at his permission to use surface own costs. The Contractor will submit a list of source/s water for construction and from where water will be used for the project to drinking purposes. PMDSC and PMIU. The Contractor will source the requirement of water Ground water was not preferentially from ground water but with prior used in the project. permission from the relevant authority (ies), if required. A copy of the permission will be submitted to PMDSC and PMIU prior to initiation of construction. The Contractor will take all precaution to minimize the wastage of water in the construction process/ operation. 2.6. Potable Water The Contractor will also guarantee the following: Contractor PIU& PMDSC Contractor has obtained Supply of sufficient quantity of potable water (as per IS: permission to use surface 10500) in every workplace site(s) at suitable and easily water for construction and accessible places and regular maintenance of such drinking purposes. facilities.
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring If any water storage tank is provided that will be kept No storage tank was such that the bottom of the tank at least 1mt. from the observed. surrounding ground level. If water is drawn from any existing well, the well will be Potable water quality disinfected before water is used for drinking. monitoring has not been The Contractor will submit potable water quality carried out during the monitoring result every month to Environmental reporting period. Specialist, PMDSC. All such wells will be entirely covered and provided with a trap door, which will be dust proof and waterproof. 2.7. Runoff and drainage The contractor will also ensure that no material (such Contractor PIU& PMDSC Complied. as earth, stone or other construction material or wastes) blocks the natural flow of water in any water course or drainage channel. The Contractor shall take all required measures as directed by the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC to prevent temporary or permanent flooding of the site or All the material storage any adjacent area. locations were found within construction site. 2.8. Soil Erosion The Contractor will take slope protection measures, or Contractor PIU& PMDSC Slope protection as directed by the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC measures have been and Engineer to control soil erosion and sedimentation taken as per through use of fibber mats, mulches, grasses, etc. requirement. All temporary sedimentation, pollution control works and maintenance thereof will be deemed as incidental Covering stockpiles, to the earth work or other items of work and as such as clearing of excess soil no separate payment will be made for them. etc. from construction site was done as per requirements.
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring 2.9. Water Pollution The Contractor shall take all precautionary measures to Contractor PIU& PMDSC Reuse of waste prevent the wastewater generated during construction generated was done. from entering into streams, water bodies or the irrigation system, if any. Construction works were The Contractor shall avoid construction works close to avoided at monsoon streams or water bodies during monsoon. period. All waste arising from the project is to be disposed off in the manner that is acceptable to the State Pollution No fuel storage and Control Board or as directed by Environmental vehicle cleaning area Specialist, PMDSC. was involved. The Contractor shall ensure that all construction fuel/lubricants storage sites, vehicle, equipment, Construction vehicles, maintenance and refueling sites are carried away from equipment’s were water bodies. mobilized to construction site as per requirement from permanent designated area. 2.10. Air Pollution and Dust The Contractor shall maintain properly (as directed by Contractor PIU& PMDSC No Air Pollution and dust Generation the Engineer) all roads (existing or constructed for the was generated. project), used for transporting construction materials, equipment and machineries for the works under this contract. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that all roads used for transportation of construction materials are clear from any dust, sand, soil, aggregates etc. that may have fallen from the transporting vehicles. The Contractor will arrange for regular water sprinkling, for dust suppression of all such roads and surfaces. All vehicles delivering goods to the site shall be covered to avoid spillage of materials and air pollution. The unloading of all materials at construction sites will be limited to day time only to avoid accidents. Screens of hessian cloth, agro-net and such other barricading material are to be erected along all dumping and
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring stockpiling sites, so that generation of the dust in the vicinity of such locations can be minimized to a great extent. The Contractor will take every precaution to reduce the level of dust from construction sites involving earthwork by sprinkling of water or screen/barriers. All earthworks to be protected/covered in a manner acceptable to the satisfaction of the Engineer to minimize dust generation. The contractor will take every precaution to reduce the levels of air pollution during construction. Contractor will undertake monitoring of air quality through an approved monitoring agency. The parameters to be monitored, frequency and duration of monitoring as well as the locations to be monitored will be as per the Monitoring Plan prepared. 2.11. Noise The Contractor will confirm the following: Contractor PIU& PMDSC Maintenance of vehicles, All vehicle and equipment used in construction shall equipment and strictly conform to the MoEF/CPCB/SPCB noise machinery was done standards. regularly to maintain All vehicles and equipment used in construction will be noise levels within fitted with exhaust silencers. permissible limit. Servicing of all construction vehicles and equipment will be done regularly and during routine servicing operations, the effectiveness of exhaust silencers will be checked and if found defective will be replaced. Limits of noise emission for construction equipment used in the project such as concrete mixers, vibrators and saws shall not exceed equipment manufacturer specified noise level (measured at one meter from the edge of equipment in the free field), as specified in the Environment (Protection) rules, 1986. Maintenance of vehicles, equipment and machinery shall be regular and up to the satisfaction of the
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring Environmental Specialist, PMDSC to keep noise levels at the minimum. Construction activity at sites near habitation shall not be carried out during night (10:00 pm to 06:00 am).
2.12. Persona l Safety The Contractor will comply with all regulations Contractor PIU& PMDSC Complied. Measures for Labour regarding safe scaffolding, ladders, working platforms, excavations, trenches and safe means of entry and No child labour was egress. engaged in the project. The Contractor will make sure that during the construction work all relevant provisions of the Usage of personal Factories Act, 1948 and the Building and other protective equipment Construction Workers (regulation of Employment and (PPE) was provided to Conditions of Services) Act, 1996 are adhered to. workers. The Contractor will not employ any person below the age of 14 years for any work and no woman will be Details of PPE used employed on the work of painting with products was submitted by the containing lead in any form. contractor The Contractor will also ensure that no paint containing lead or lead products is used except in the form of paste or readymade paint. He will provide facemasks for use to the workers when paint is applied in the form of spray or a surface having lead paint is rubbed and scraped. The Contractor will provide: Protective footwear and protective goggles to all workers employed on mixing cement, concrete etc. Welder's protective eye-shields to workers who are engaged in welding works Protective goggles and clothing to workers engaged in stone breaking activities Earplugs to workers exposed to loud noise, and workers working in concrete mixing operation. Helmet to workers working under height with risk of
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring accidental falling of material injurious to head. Adequate safety measures for workers during handling of materials at site. 2.13. First Aid The Contractor at every workplace will ensure a readily Contractor PIU& PMDSC First Aid facility was available first aid unit including an adequate supply of provided at work place. sterilized dressing material and appliances will be provided. The Contractor will provide a list of first aid units, medicine, sterilizers and its intended purpose with first aid box for readily understanding of workers. Suitable transport will be provided to facilitate transfer of injured or ill person (s) to the nearest hospital. Health check-up of labours will be conducted at regular interval by coordinating doctors of nearest Public Health Centre. The Contractor at appropriate location will display Contact number and address of nearest PHC and hospital, in case of emergency. 2.14. Temporary If labours are engaged from outside, necessary Contractor PIU& PMDSC Mostly local labours were Accommodation shelters and basic amenities shall be provided as per engaged by the relevant provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the contractor. Building and the other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Those hired from outside Act, 1996. were accommodated in The location, layout and basic facility provision of each rented house. labour camp will be submitted to PMDSC and PMIU prior to their construction. Waste generated at All temporary accommodation must be constructed and rented house was maintained in such a fashion that uncontaminated disposed by land lord. water is available for drinking, cooking and washing. All toilets will be provided with dry-earth system Waste generated at (receptacles), which are to be cleaned and kept in a construction site was strict sanitary condition. reused. The contractor shall explore and provide environmental
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring sustainable toilet facilities such as mobile toilet. Anti-malaria measures Garbage bins must be provided in the camps and and health care facilities regularly emptied and the garbage disposed off in a were taken care. hygienic manner. The Contractor will, at his own expense, abide by all anti-malaria instructions given to him by the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. Adequate health care is to be provided for the work force. Unless otherwise arranged by the local sanitary authority, Municipal solid wastes shall be disposed off in conformity to existing rules and regulation. 2.15. Waste Disposal The Contractor will provide segregated garbage bins in Contractor PIU& PMDSC Mostly local labours were the camps and ensure that these are regularly emptied engaged by the and disposed off in a hygienic manner as per the contractor. Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan approved by the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. Those hired from outside Unless otherwise arranged by local sanitary authority, were accommodated in arrangements for disposal of night soils (human rented house. excreta) suitably approved by the local medical health or municipal authorities or as directed by Waste generated at Environmental Specialist, PMDSC will have to be rented house was provided by the Contractor. disposed by land lord. 2.16. Flora & chance found The Contractor will take reasonable precaution to Contractor PIU& PMDSC Complied Fauna prevent his workmen or any other persons from removing and damaging any flora (plant/vegetation) and fauna (animal) including fishing in any water body and hunting of any animal. If any wild animal is found near the construction site at any point of time, the Contractor will immediately upon discovery thereof sensitize the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC and carry out the instructions for dealing with the same. The Environmental Specialist, PMDSC will report to the nearby forest office (range office or divisional office)
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring and will take appropriate steps/ measures, if required in consultation with the forest officials. 2.17. Chance Found Rey Monastery Building not ASI protected site. Contractor PIU& PMDSC No archaeologically Archaeological Property All fossils, coins, articles of value of antiquity, important property was structures and other remains or things of geological or discovered during archaeological interest discovered on the site shall be construction work. the property of the Government and shall be dealt with as per provisions of Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1959. The Contractor without prior permission of the Archaeological Survey of India shall not start construction activities. 2.18. Clean -up Operations, The Contractor will prepare site restoration plans, Contractor PIU& PMDSC Site restoration was Restoration and which will be approved by the Environmental Specialist, done. Rehabilitation PMDSC. The clean-up and restoration operations are to be implemented by the Contractor prior to demobilization. The Contractor will clear all temporary structures; dispose all garbage, night soils and POL waste as per Comprehensive Waste Management Plan and as approved by Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. All disposal pits or trenches will be filled in and effectively sealed off. Residual topsoil, if any will be distributed on adjoining/ proximate barren land or areas identified by Environmental Expert in a layer of thickness of 75 mm-l50 mm. All construction zones and any other area used/affected by the project will be left clean and tidy, at the contractor's expense, to the entire satisfaction to the Environmental Specialist, PMDSC. 3. Operation Stage 3.1 Monitoring Operation The PMIU will monitor the operational performance of PIU PMIU To be compiled at Performance the various mitigation/ management measures carried required stage. out as a part of the project. The indicators selected for monitoring include the
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Responsibilities Sl. Environmental Issue Management Measures Planning & Supervision / Compliance Status No. Execution Monitoring survival rate of trees; landscaping enhancement provision; site restoration; and others, if any. 3.2 Air and Noise Pollution The periodic monitoring of the ambient air quality, noise Monitoring level, water (both ground and surface water) quality, soil pollution/contamination in the selected locations as suggested in pollution monitoring plan will be responsibility of PMIU. PMIU will appoint PCB approved pollution monitoring agency for this purpose. 3.3 Soil Erosion and Slope Visual monitoring and inspection of soil erosion and Stability slope stability of developed site will be carried out once in every three months. 3.4 Tree Plantation The PIU/PMIU shall carry out tree plantation through Forest Department for site butification and will monitor survival rates of trees and shrubs. The PIU/PMIU through Forest Department shall carry out replanting/replacing of dead trees sapling.
4.6.3 Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan
29. The Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan for package DP9 during the reporting period is given in Table 4.6 (C). Table 4.6 (C): Compliance Status with Environmental Monitoring Plan of DP9 Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Location Frequency Responsibility Supervision Compliance status No. be Monitored Guidelines 1. Pre-Construction Stage 1 Air quality SO2, NO2, PM10, At four locations One season before As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/PIU Data generated in monitoring PM2.5, CO near the start of construction. guidelines sub- project package at project construction site of Excluding monsoon PM1, DP1 and DP8 area Rey, Mindu Upper season. has been used. Jaubari and Lower Jaubari. The results have
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Location Frequency Responsibility Supervision Compliance status No. be Monitored Guidelines 2 Noise Equivalent day At four locations One season before As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/PIU been found with monitoring & night time near the start of construction. guidelines permissible limit. at Project noise levels construction site of Excluding monsoon Area Rey, Mindu Upper season. Jaubari and Lower Jaubari. 3 Water Total Coliforms At four locations One season before As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/PIU quality Organism, near the start of construction. guidelines monitoring pH, Dissolved construction site of Excluding monsoon for drinking Oxygen and Rey, Mindu Upper season. purpose Biochemical Jaubari and Lower Oxygen Jaubari. Demand 2. Construction stage 1 Air quality SO2, NO2, At four locations Once in a season at As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/ The Ambient Air at project PM10, PM2.5, CO near the pre- monsoon, winter guidelines PIU quality monitoring area construction site of and post monsoon has not been carried Rey, Mindu Upper for the entire out by the contractor Jaubari and Lower construction period. during reporting Jaubari. period. 2 Air Quality SO2, NO2, At construction Once in a season at As per As per Contractor PMDSC/ Labour camp was at PM10, PM2.5, CO camp location, pre- monsoon, winter SPCB PIU not established. construction during construction. and post monsoon guidelines camp for the entire Hence, not construction period. applicable. 3 Noise level Equivalent day At four locations Once in a season at As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/ The Ambient Noise at project & night time near the pre- monsoon, winter guidelines PIU level monitoring has area noise levels construction site of and post monsoon not been carried out Rey, Mindu, Upper for the entire by the contractor Jaubari and Lower construction period. during reporting Jaubari. period. 4 Noise level Free field at 1 At construction Once in a season at As per SPCB Contractor PMDSC/ at m from the camp location, pre- monsoon, winter guideline PIU Labour camp was construction equipment during construction. and post monsoon not established. Camp whose noise for the entire levels are to be construction period. Hence, not
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Sl. Parameters to Standard / Attributes Location Frequency Responsibility Supervision Compliance status No. be Monitored Guidelines determined. applicable. 5 Water Total Coliforms At construction Twice a year (pre- (IS: 10500: Contractor PMDSC/ The water quality quality for Organism, camp location, monsoon and post 2012) PIU monitoring has not drinking pH, Dissolved during construction. monsoon) for the been carried out by purpose. Oxygen and entire period of the contractor during Biochemical construction reporting period. Oxygen Demand Operation stage 1 Air quality SO2, NO2, At kRey- Mindu Once in a year (pre- As per SPCB DoT&Cv Tourism To be monitored at at project PM10, PM2.5, area and monsoon season) guidelines through dept./ PMIU required stage. area CO Damthang Pollution Monitoring Agency 2 Noise level Equivalent day At four locations at Once in a year (pre- As per SPCB DoT&Cv at project & night time Rey, Mindu Upper monsoon season) guidelines through area noise levels Jaubari and Lower Pollution Jaubari Monitoring Agency
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5. IMPLEMENTATION OF GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM AND COMPLAINTS RECEIVED FROM STAKEHOLDERS
30. There is a provision of Grievances Redress Mechanism (GRM) related to the implementation of the project. The GRM include formation of District Level Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) comprising of District Collector, officials from Tourism and Civil Aviation Department and Revenue Officer. The GRC was formed in January 2014 vide notification issued by Secretary, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Government of Sikkim. (Ref. Appendix 3.0 on page A-18) 31. The Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) has been set up for East, South and West Sikkim Districts where the projects funded by Asian Development Bank are being implemented. The GRC shall determine the merit of each grievance, and resolve grievances within an outer time limit of three months of receiving the complaint. The Affected Persons has the right to refer the grievances to appropriate courts of law if not satisfied with the redress at any stage of the process. The set up GRC has the system of records keeping, contact details of complainant, date of the complaint received, nature of grievance etc. if any for the ongoing project and taking the necessary action against the complaint. During this reporting period, no formal complaint or grievances have been registered. No grievance recorded and reported with regards to environmental issues in sub project contract packages.
6. PUBLIC CONSULTATION
32. To Check the status of environmental compliance a review meeting was conducted on 16th November 2016. The meeting was attended by representative of all six packages.
The major points discussed during the meeting are as follows: a) Compliance status of Statutory Environmental Regulation b) Strengthening of Civil Works Contractors c) Compliance of Environmental Monitoring Reports d) Compliance to Environmental Management Plan e) Capacity Building of PMIU & Contractors Staff
During project implementation, consultations with village communities were carried out in nearby sub-project packages to understand concerns related to environment and tabulated in Table 6.1 (A). The attendance sheet of the review meeting and consultation with village communities as Appendix 4.0 on page A-19 to A- 21)
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Table 6.1 (A): Details of consultations with village communities in nearby sub-project packages
Topic of Discussion Suggestion from local people Impact of the sub- Consultation at Rey village for sub project package PM1: Widening and project on Strengthening Ranka-Sajong Road and providing wayside Amenities along the Road in East Sikkim. • Physical People have raised their grief for the non-completion of the sub – project. Environment Villagers also reported that due to terrible road condition they are facing lots (Climate, Air, of problem in movement. Noise and Water • Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on climate, quality negligible impact on air, noise quality. However, impact on water quality in nearby sub - project area was reported by villagers, due to wash out of • Biological GSBC material. Environment • On the matter of biological environment near sub - project area, the (Flora & Fauna). villagers informed that due to the implementation of the sub - project there was no impact on flora and fauna. • Health and Safety • Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on health measures. and safety of villagers. • As local labours were engaged, there was no issue with respect to social • Social environment. Environment (Demography, Consultation at Pelling, Pemayangtse Monastery and Yuksom village for sub project package PM2: Contract: Strengthening and upgrading
Occupation etc.). of existing road in West Sikkim and providing wayside Amenities along the Road in West Sikkim. • There was no impact on climate, negligible impact on air, noise and water quality, due to the implementation of the sub - project. • There was no impact vegetation and wildlife due to the implementation of the project. • There was no impact on health and safety of villager’s due to the implementation of the project. • With regards to social environment, there was no issue reported by villagers. Consultation at Chemchey village for sub project package DP1: Strengthening and upgrading of road from Damthang to Himalayan Institute of Chemchey (2.36 km) South Sikkim • Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on climate, negligible impact on air, noise and water quality. • With regards to biological environment the villagers informed that, there was no impact on flora and fauna, due to the implementation of sub - project. • Due to the implementation of the sub-project there was no impact on health and safety of villagers. • There was no issue reported with respect to social environment. Consultation at Yuksom village for sub project package DP6: Integrated Redevelopment and Provision of Comprehensive Trekkers Facilities and Service at Existing Base Camp at Yuksom in West Sikkim.
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• There was no impact on climate, negligible impact on air, noise and water quality. • The villagers informed that due to the implementation of the project there was no impact flora and fauna. • There was no impact on health and safety of villagers. • There was no issue reported with respect to social environment. Consultation at Chemchey village for sub project package DP8: Procurement of Adventure & Eco – Tourism Infrastructure and Facility up gradation at Existing IHCAE campus, Chemchey in South Sikkim.
• Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on climate, negligible impact on air, noise and water quality. • On the matter of biological environment near sub - project area, the villagers informed that due to the implementation of the project there was no impact flora and fauna. • Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on health and safety of villagers. • There was no issue reported with respect to social environment. Consultation at Rey, Lower Jaubari and Upper Jaubari village for sub project package DP9- Procurement of Community Based Village Tourism Infrastructure Development in Village Clusters of Rey – Mindu and Damthang in East & South Sikkim. Villagers shows their pleasure for completion of the sub - project. • As reported by villagers, there was no impact on climate, negligible impact on air, noise and water quality due to the implementation of the project. • With regards to biological environment near sub - project area, the villagers informed that due to the implementation of the project there was no impact vegetation and wildlife. • Due to the implementation of the project there was no impact on health and safety of villagers. • As mostly local labours were engaged, there was no issue with respect to social environment.
7. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
33. The construction work for sub project “Strengthening and upgrading of road from Damthang to IHCAE Campus” had been completed in March 2015, while the civil works in other sub projects have been completed with stipulated time frame except package PM1: Strengthening and upgrading of existing Road from Ranka to Sajong (8.580 km) East Sikkim. Compliances to National Regulations and to Environmental Covenants as contained in ADB Loan Agreement has been found as per requirement. PMIU/PIU is monitoring the implementation of environmental safeguards measures being undertaken by the contractor on regular basis. A Grievance Redressal Committee has been constituted for the project. No major environmental concerns have been identified during the execution of the project.
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APPENDICES
Appendix – 1: State Government Notification for establishment of PMIU/PIU
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Appendix 2A.1: Air, Noise and Water Quality Monitoring for subproject PM1
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Appendix 2A.2: Noise Level Monitoring for subproject PM1
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Appendix 2A.3: Water Quality Monitoring for subproject PM1
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PM2-Strengthening and Up-gradation of Road Segments in West Sikkim
Appendix 2B.1: Air Quality Monitoring for subproject PM2
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Appendix 2B.2: Noise Level Monitoring for subproject PM2
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Appendix 2B.3: Water QualityMonitoring for subproject PM2
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Appendix 3.0 : GRC Notification
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CONSULTATION WITH VILLAGE COMMUNITIES
Consultation at Rey village for sub project package PM1: Widening and Strengthening Ranka- Sajong Road and providing wayside Amenities along the Road in East Sikkim.
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Consultation at Pelling, Pemayangtse Monastery and Yuksom village for sub project package PM2: Contract: Strengthening and upgrading of existing road in West Sikkim and providing wayside Amenities along the Road in West Sikkim.
Consultation at Yuksom village for sub project package DP6: Integrated Redevelopment and Provision of Comprehensive Trekkers Facilities and Service at Existing Base Camp at Yuksom in West Sikkim.
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Consultation at Lower Jaubari and Upper Jaubari village for sub project package DP9- Procurement of Community Based Village Tourism Infrastructure Development in Village Clusters of Rey – Mindu and Damthang in East & South Sikkim.
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PM1: Widening and Strengthening Ranka-Sajong Road in East Sikkim.
Construction Work at Ranka
PM2: Strengthening and upgrading of existing road in West Sikkim
Culvert, SDBC & Footpath Work at Yuksom
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DP6- Integrated Redevelopment and Provision of Comprehensive Trekkers Facility and Services at existing Base Camp at Yuksom (West Sikkim)
Footpath at Yuksom Toilet at Yuksom
DP8- Adventure and Eco-Tourism Infrastructure and Facility Up-gradation at existing IHCAE Campus, Chemchey (South Sikkim)
Footpath at IHCAE Auditorium at IHCAE
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DP9 - Procurement of Community Based Village Tourism Infrastructure Development in Village Cluster of Rey-Mindu and Damthang in East Sikkim & South Sikkim
Community Centre at Rey-Mindu , East Sikkim Footpath at Upper Jaubari, South Sikkim
Public Consultation Photographs
Consultation at Rey village for PM1 & DP9
Consultation at Pelling for PM2 Consultation at Pemayangtse Monastery for PM2
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Consultation at Yuksom for PM2
Consultation at IHCAE (Chemchey) for DP8
Consultation at Lower Jaubari for DP9 Consultation at Upper Jaubari for DP9
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