Initial Environment Examination IND

Initial Environment Examination

Project Number: 40648-034 January 2019

IND: Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism - Tranche 3 Subproject : Development of George Everest Heritage Park, Mussoorie

Submitted by

Program Management Unit, Government of Uttarakhand, Dehradun

This initial environmental examination report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.

Environmental Assessment Document

Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) Loan Number: 3223 IND Package No: UK/IDIPT/III/GEN/04 December 2018

Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism in Uttarakhand

Sub Project – Development of George Everest Heritage Park, Mussoorie

TRANCHE III

Prepared by the Government of Uttarakhand for the Asian Development Bank

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

ABBREVIATIONS

ADB - Asian Development Bank ASI - Archaeological Survey of India CPCB – Central Pollution Control Board CPR - Common property resources DOT - Department of Tourism DSC - Design Supervision Consultants EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment EMP - Environmental Management Plan FSI - Forest Survey of India GMVN - Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam GOU - Government of Uttarakhand IDIPT - Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism IEE - Initial Environmental Examination IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature KMVN - Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd. MFF - Multi-tranche Financing Facility MoEF - Ministry of Environment and Forests GOU NDBR - Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve NDNP - Nanda Devi National Park PIU - Project Implementation Unit PMC - Project Management Consultant PMU - Project Management Unit PUC - Pollution under Control PCCF - Principal Chief Conservator of Forests REA - Rapid Environmental Assessment SEIAA - State Environment Impact Assessment Authority SLEC - State-level empowered committee SPCB - State Pollution Control Board SPM - Suspended Particulate Matter SPS - Safeguard Policy Statement THDC - Tehri Hydro Electric Development Corporation TRH - Tourist Rest House UNESCO - United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization UTDB - Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board WLS - Wildlife Sanctuary

CURRENCY EQUIVALENTS

(As of October 2016) Currency unit – Indian rupee (Rs) Rs1.00 = $0.015152 $1.00 = Rs 67.000

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

dB (A) A-weighted decibel ha - hectare km - kilometer km2 - square kilometer µg - microgram m - Meter m2 - square meter MW (megawatt) - megawatt

In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.

Table Of Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...... 1

I. INTRODUCTION ...... 4

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT COMPONENTS ...... 11

III. DESCRIPTION OF THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT ...... 16

IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES ...... 22

V. ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP) ...... 27

VI. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN...... 49

VII. PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE ...... 53

VIII. FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ...... 58

IX. CONCLUSION ...... 59

List of Tables:

TABLE 1: CONNECTIVITY OF GEORGE EVEREST HERITAGE PARK ...... 4

TABLE 2: ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ...... 8

TABLE 3: PROPOSED COMPONENTS ...... 11

TABLE 4: AREA (IN HA) UNDER DIFFERENT LANDUSE IN MUSSOORIE ...... 17

TABLE 5: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR PRE CONSTRUCTION STAGE ...... 29

TABLE 6: CONSTRUCTION PHASE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ...... 33

TABLE 7: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR OPERATION PHASE ...... 47

TABLE 8: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ...... 49

TABLE 9: TRAINING MODULES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ...... 50

TABLE 10: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING BUDGET (INR) .. 51

TABLE 11: STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTATION RECORDS ...... 54

List of Annexures:

ANNEXURE-1 RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (REA) CHECKLIST ...... 60

A CHECKLIST FOR PRELIMINARY CLIMATE RISK SCREENING ...... 64

ANNEXURE-2 ENVIRONMENTAL SELECTION CRITERIA (AS PER EARF TABLE 6) . 66

ANNEXURE-3 SITE & CONSULTATION PHOTOGRAPHS ...... 74

ANNEXURE-4 NOCS ...... 77

ANNEXURE-5 JOINT INSPECTION REPORT ...... 84

ANNEXURE 6 ATTENDANCE SHEETS OF CONSULTATION AT GEORGE EVEREST SITE ...... 88

ATTENDANCE SHEETS OF CONSULTATION AT GEORGE EVEREST SITE DT. 01.12.18 ...... 89

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Background- The India Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT) envisages environmentally and culturally sustainable and socially inclusive tourism development in the project states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, delivered through a Multi-tranche Financing Facility (MFF) loan from Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Development of George Everest Heritage Park has been taken as part of Tranche-3 sub-projects.

2. Executing and Implementing Agencies - The Tourism Department of the Government of Uttarakhand is the Executing Agency; and the Project Management Unit (PMU) of the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) is the implementing agency (IA).

3. Categorization- The sub-project '' Development of George Everest Heritage Park " is classified as Environmental Category 'B' as per the ADB SPS 2009 as no significant impacts are envisioned. Accordingly Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) has been prepared for the sub- project. The IEE is based on a careful review of sub-project sites plan and report; field visits; secondary data collection to characterize the environment and identify potential impacts; and consultations with stakeholders. An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) outlining the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the sub-project has been prepared. The sub-project will conform to all Government (State as well as Government of India) regulations, policies and standards, as well as Asian Development Bank’s Safeguard Policy Statement (2009). The sub-project does not require prior environmental clearance under the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) notification 2006.

4. Sub-project Scope- The sub-project is for the “Development of George Everest Heritage Park”. This sub-project envisages the historic precincts' preservation; re-use and revitalization of the Sir George Everest’s House and the entire Park Estate for a substantial enhancement of the visitor experience. The sub-project firmly believes that the Park Estate with its unique Himalayan locales, proximity to popular tourist attractions and heritage significance has the potential of emerging as the new tourism must visit destination in Mussoorie, giving a boost to the experiential tourism aspect of not just the Himalayas but the entire state and nation. The proposed components include (A) Renovation and Restoration of existing structures and (B) New components for tourism support and enhanced tourism experience. (listed in table 3)

5. All the project related infrastructure will be provided on the land belonging to the Department of Tourism (UTDB). There have been meaningful discussions with the stakeholders and their consent has been obtained for the sub-project and subsequent operations. Few impacts are envisaged on land acquisition or resettlement due to the proposed sub-project components as 05 shops (temporary structures) have been found wherein IR impacts are triggered and accordingly a Resettlement Plan is being prepared.

6. The sub project is located in Mussoorie which is included in Zone 1 of the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Master Plan. The zone is delineated as follows: In the north and northeast by the Aglar River, the watershed and the road connecting Kalsi, the Yamuna Bridge and the state boundary in the west with Kempty Falls, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti and Chamba in the east.

7. Description of Environment- Presently there is no significant air and noise pollution source at the site. There is no water body in the immediate surroundings. Only littering of waste is seen at the site due to tourists visiting the site. There is a sanctuary named Binog Mountain Quail Wild Life Sanctuary (also known as Mussoorie WL Sanctuary) approx. 1.04 km from the George Everest site. However due to renovation/ restoration activities and only prefab installation of log wood structures proposed in the subproject, no impact on the sanctuary is envisaged. The sub-project does not require removal of trees and shrubs. Trees, vegetation and animals in the sub-project sites are those commonly found in hilly areas of Uttarakhand. Based on the survey and discussion with the community, no rare, threatened, endangered or endemic flora or fauna are observed in the site.

8. Environmental Impacts and Environmental Management -There are no heritage sites listed by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) or State Archaeological Department within the sub- project areas or in near vicinity (within 500 m). Similarly, no common property resources (CPR) such as public wells, water tanks, play grounds, common grassing grounds or pastures, market areas and community buildings will be affected by the development of George Everest Heritage Park sub project.

9. The environmental impacts of the sub-project are not significant and sub-project is categorized as Category 'B', as per ADB's Safeguards Policy Statement. The specific measures stated in the EMP will address all adverse environmental impacts due to the sub-project. A detailed monitoring plan prepared as part of this IEE will further mitigate negative environmental impacts during implementation.

10. One field in which impacts are much of interest in the subproject is due to proximity of the subproject to Binog/ Mussoorie Wildlife sanctuary. DFO Mussoorie and PCCF WL/WL Warden have recommended for the project implementation in view of the benefits to the local community and strengthened patrolling. (Annexure 4) 11. Potential negative impacts were identified in relation to construction and operation of the subproject. EMP, proposed as part of this IEE includes mitigation measures for adverse environmental impacts during (i) Pre-construction, (ii) Construction and (iii) Operation and Maintenance phase of the project. An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and environmental monitoring program has been prepared which specifies roles, and the responsible entities for mitigation, monitoring, and reporting. The stakeholder consultations have been taken up to invite views, comments and suggestions of all stakeholders. The suggestions of stakeholders have been incorporated in the sub-project design. Mitigation measures have been developed to reduce all negative impacts to acceptable levels.

12. The proposed works in the subproject are mainly of restoration and majority of the significant impacts will occur during the construction phase which is generic to the construction activities. Key impacts during construction phase are envisaged on the following aspects: (i) dust generation, (ii) air and noise pollution from construction activities, (iii) handling of construction materials at sites, (iv) disposal of construction waste materials, and (v) adoption of safety measures during construction. These are common impacts of construction, and there are well developed methods for their mitigation. The sub-project is relatively simple and involves restoration of heritage structures/ maintenance of existing road and installation of prefabricated log wood structures. Ground water will not be used for construction purposes, and water for the construction phase is proposed to be obtained from water tankers and during the operation phase from rainwater harvesting tank and other arrangements. Hence any issue of ground water contamination is not anticipated during the construction phase. There will be proper disposal of waste water through septic tanks of adequate capacity. This IEE provides mitigation measures for impacts related to location and design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

13. Few impacts are anticipated during operation phase of the sub-project. The solid waste generated through operations of the George Everest Heritage Park will be collected, segregated and adequately disposed off in municipality dust bins and approved recyclers in case of other solid waste. The kitchen waste will be composted and utilized in gardening. The positive impacts would help restore an age old heritage site and help in improvement of the economic conditions of locals, however for negative impacts, well-developed mitigation measures would be put in place. The safety of the tourists would be ensured and well developed safety measures and norms would be applied & practiced to minimize any risks.

14. The site is under the possession of Tourism Dept., however it has been noted that 05 shops (temporary structures) are present within the George Everest Premises (04 within the boundary and 01 at the approach road). Based on site visits and transect walk and socio-

2 economic survey conducted, the subproject may cause resettlement impacts during construction and operation of the George Everest Heritage Park. Accordingly a Resettlement Plan is being prepared and overall impacts would be further minimized during subproject implementation through careful sitting and alignment. 15. Positive impact is anticipated in terms of employment opportunity as many skilled, semi- skilled and un-skilled personnel will get direct and indirect employment during construction phase. During operations of the sub project, the locals will get direct and indirect employment due to increased number of visitors and due to regulated entry of visitors. In fact, employment and business opportunities created as a result of the development of the sub project will contribute towards socio- economic growth of the local people. This can be considered a long-term cumulative benefit of the sub-project in the entire state.

16. The sub-project is unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts. The impacts that are associated with location, design, construction, and operation can be mitigated to standard levels without difficulty through proper engineering design and the incorporation or application of recommended mitigation measures and procedures. Based on the findings of the IEE, the classification of the Project as Category “B” is confirmed, and no further special study or detailed EIA needs to be undertaken to comply with ADB SPS 2009 or Government of India (Government of India) EIA Notification (2006).

17. Consultation, Disclosure and Grievance Redress-Public consultations were done in the preparation of the project and IEE. Ongoing consultations will occur throughout the sub-project implementation period. A grievance redress mechanism is described within the IEE to ensure any public grievances are addressed quickly

18. Monitoring and Reporting-The PMU, PIU, DSC and PMC will be responsible for environmental monitoring. The PIU will submit quarterly monitoring reports to the PMU. The PMU will consolidate the quarterly reports and will send it biannually to ADB. ADB will post the environmental monitoring reports on its website. 19. Conclusions and Recommendations-The proposed sub-project is unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts. The potential impacts that are associated with design, construction and operation can be mitigated to standard levels without difficulty through proper engineering design and the incorporation or application of recommended mitigation measures and procedures. Based on the findings of the IEE, there are no significant impacts and the classification of the sub-project as Category “B” is confirmed. No further special study or detailed environmental impact assessment (EIA) needs to be undertaken to comply with ADB SPS, 2009 or Government of India EIA Notification, 2006.

I. INTRODUCTION

Background 20. The India Inclusive Tourism Infrastructure Development Project (IITIDP) envisages an environmentally and culturally sustainable and socially inclusive tourism development, in the project states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. The expected Impact of the Project in the four states is sustainable and inclusive tourism development in priority State tourism sub circuits divided into marketable cluster destinations that exhibit enhanced protection and management of key natural and cultural heritage tourism sites, improved market connectivity, enhanced destination and site environment and tourist support infrastructure, and enhanced capacities for sustainable destination and site development with extensive participation by the private sector and local communities. As part of Tourism Infrastructure Development in the State of Uttarakhand, “Development of George Everest Heritage Park” is planned to be taken up under IDIPT.

21. Location: The sub-project site, popularly known as the Park estate is located in Hathi Paon about 8 kms from Mussoorie. Connectivity and distance from major locations is given in Table 1 and the location map is given in fig. 1.

22. Mussoorie is included in the Zone 1 as per Uttarakhand Tourism Development Master Plan. The zone is delineated as follows: In the north and northeast by the Aglar River, the watershed and the road connecting Kalsi, the Yamuna Bridge and the state boundary in the west with Kempty Falls, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti and Chamba in the east.

Table 1: Connectivity of George Everest Heritage Park Nearest Airport Jolly Grant Airport: 66.3 km Nearest Railway Station Dehradun Railway Station: 38 km Surrounding Tourist Destinations Kempty Falls: 14 km Company Garden – 6 km Mall road- 7 km Binog/Mussoorie WL Sanctuary- 1.04 Km Dhanaulti: 24 km

Fig. 1 Location Map of George Everest Heritage Park

23. Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful and enchanting region of northern India. Nature has endowed this land with so much beauty and spiritual bliss that it is also known as Dev Bhoomi, the Land of Gods. Ganga, Yamuna and scores of other rivers originate in Uttarakhand. Uttarakhand came into existence on 9th November 2000 as the 27th state of the Republic of India. It was carved out of Uttar Pradesh. The state has been granted status of special category state by Union Cabinet on 2nd May, 2001. Geographically Uttarakhand is situated between 770 34' to 810 2’ East longitude and 280 4' to 310 27' North latitude. Uttarakhand is predominantly a hilly state with 88% of hilly area. The climate of the state varies from subtropical in valleys to temperate on higher slopes. Total area of Uttarakhand is 53,483 sq km, which is 1.73% of the total area of India. The state is very rich in natural resources specially forest and water, as it has many glaciers, dense forests, mountain peaks and a network of mighty rivers viz., Ganga, Yamuna, Ramganga, Kosi etc. A total of 64.6% of the area is under forest cover. 24. Uttarakhand is divided into two regions which are also called administrative divisions, basically following terrain: the Kumaon and Garhwal. The Kumaon division located in south-east of the state and composed of Almora, Bageshwar, Champawat, Nainital, Pithoragarh, and Udham Singh Nagar. The Kumaon region is part of the vast Himalayan track and the sub-mountains of Terai and Bhabhar. The region is drained by Gori, Dhauli, and Kali and Pindari and Kaliganga which ultimately joins Alaknanda River. The Garhwal division is composed of Chamoli, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Tehri Garhwal, Pauri, Dehradun, and Haridwar districts. And is entirely on rugged mountain ranges dissected by valley, and deep gorges. The Alaknanda river, the main source of the Ganges, traces its headwaters in this region. 25. According to the 2011 census of India, Uttarakhand has a population of 10,116,752 comprising 5,154,178 males and 4,962,574 females, with 69.45% of the population living in rural areas. The state is the 20th most populous state of the country having 0.84% of the population on 1.69% of the land. The population density of the state is 189 people per square kilometer having a 2001–2011 decadal growth rate of 19.17%. The gender ratio is 963 females per 1000 males.

26. Mussoorie; the closest township in the vicinity of the George Everest site, is the most prominent leisure destination in the state of Uttarakhand. Administratively, it lies in the Garhwal Division. Mussoorie is primarily a hill station for domestic tourists from North India and the destination benefits from a relatively good accessibility from the National Capital – New Delhi. 27. Mussoorie is a hill station and a municipal board in the Dehradun District of the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is about 35 km from the state capital of Dehradun and 290 km north of the national capital of New Delhi. The hill station is in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range. Mussoorie is at an average altitude of 1,880 metres (6,170 ft). To the northeast are the Himalayan snow ranges, and to the south, the Doon Valley and Shiwalik ranges. The second highest point is the original Lal Tibba in Landour, with a height of over 2,275 metres (7,464 ft). Mussoorie is popularly known as The Queen of the Hills.

28. Mussoorie derives its name from the plants of Mussoorie or shrub mansoor which are available in large quantities in this region. Tempted by the exceptional location and beauty of the hills here Lt. Frederick Young of East India Company decided to build a hunting lodge on the Camel’s Back Road along with F.J. Shore, the magistrate of Doon in 1823. In 1832, Mussoorie became the main grounds for the Great Trigonometric Survey of India, which began at the southern tip of India. George Everest, then Surveyor- General of India, (Mount Everest has been named after him as a tribute to his work of Survey) wanted to establish the new office of Survey of India at Mussoorie. But his wish was declined and it was set up in Dehradun. George Everest House is situated about 8 kms from Mussoorie and one of the major tourist attractions in Mussoorie. Sir George Everest’s House and Observatory, also known as the Park Estate was built in 1832.

29. The proposed subproject site is the home and observatory of Sir George Everest. He was the Surveyor General of India from 1830 to 1843. Sir George was largely responsible for completing the section of the Great Trigonometric Survey of India along the meridian arc from the south of India extending north to Nepal. Hillary and Tenzing were the first successful people who ascended the Mount Everest. Later on they named this peak as a Mount Everest to give tribute to Sir George

Everest. The house is situated in a place from where a panoramic view of the Doon Valley is visible on one side and the snow clad Himalayan ranges on the other.

Present Status of Sub-project Sites: 30. The sub project site is in the ownership of Tourism Dept. Scope 31. This sub-project envisages the historic precincts' preservation; re-use strategy and revitalization of the Sir George Everest’s House and the entire Park Estate for a substantial enhancement of the visitor experience. The sub-project firmly believes that The Park Estate with its unique Himalayan locales, proximity to one of the most popular hill stations and cultural heritage has the potential of emerging as the new tourism must visit destination in Mussoorie, giving a boost to the experiential tourism aspect of not just the Himalayas but the entire country. 32. The Sub project entails (A) Renovation and restoration of existing structures based on conservation guidelines and (B) development of new components for tourism support and enhanced tourism experience. 33. (A) Renovation and Restoration of existing structures includes Renovation and Restoration of George Everest House, Observatory, Bachelor’s room, Out House and maintenance of existing approach road of 1.6 km (B) New components includes construction of Cartographic museum, development of trek route of 1.5 km, development of grass paver parking, construction of star gazing resort comprising 10 huts with biodigester tank and cafeteria, development of Open Air theatre/ Performance ground and 5 selfie points and procurement of necessary support infrastructure. All new components will be installed using prefabricated log wood material only. 34. The expected impact of the sub-project is sustainable and inclusive tourism development in the state, improved and additional facilities for tourists 35. As per the ADB’s Environmental Assessment Guidelines, and in line with the Environment Assessment and Review Framework (EARF) for the project, the sub-project is categorized as 'B' and an Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) is prepared. This IEE assesses the environmental impacts due to the proposed development works and specifies measures towards addressing the impacts. The IEE is based on a review of field visits, secondary data, and stakeholder consultations to characterize the environment and identify potential impacts; and interviews and discussions with stakeholders. Based on the findings of the IEE, an Environmental Monitoring Plan has been prepared, outlining the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the sub- project. The REA checklist and Environmental selection criteria as per table 6 of the EARF have been given in Annexure 1 and Annexure 2 respectively.

Purpose of the IEE 36. The purpose of sub-project IEE preparation is to assess the environmental impacts and to specify mitigation measures for the identified adverse impacts. The IEE is also prepared to take views, comments and suggestions of all relevant stakeholders for inclusion in project design and implementation. This IEE provides mitigation measures for impacts related to location and design, construction, operation, and maintenance. An EMP outlining the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the sub-project has been prepared.

Environmental Regulatory Compliance 37. The realm of environmental regulations and mandatory requirements for the proposed sub- project is shown in Table 2. The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006 by the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC, Government of India) specifies the mandatory environmental clearance requirements. Accordingly, all projects and activities are broadly categorized into two categories 1 - Category 'A' and Category 'B', based on the spatial extent of

1All projects or activities included as Category ‘A’ in the Schedule, including expansion and modernization of existing projects or activities and change in product mix, will require prior environmental clearance from the

7 potential impacts and potential impacts on human health and natural and man-made resources. Given that the sub-project is not covered in the ambit of the EIA notification, environment clearance requirements from the Government of India are not triggered.

Table 2: Environmental Regulatory Compliance Applicability of Sub-Project Acts/ Guidelines Compliance Criteria Development of (i) The EIA notification, 2006 The sub-project is not covered in the ambit of George Everest (and its subsequent the EIA notification as this is not covered Heritage Park amendments till date) provides either under Category 'A' or Category 'B' of Mussoorie for categorization of projects into the notification. As a result, the category 'A' and 'B', based on categorization, and the subsequent extent of impacts. environmental assessment and clearance requirements, either from the state or the Government of India is not triggered. Not Applicable (ii) The Ancient Monuments and The site is not close to any ASI protected Archaeological Sites and monument. Hence no permission is needed Remains Act, 1958, and the from ASI. Rules, 1959 provide guidance Not Applicable for carrying out activities, including conservation, construction and reuse in and around the protected monuments. (iii) Water (Prevention and Consent for Establishment (CFE) and control of pollution) Act, 1974 Consent for Operation (CFO) from the and Air (prevention and control Uttarakhand Environment Protection and of pollution) Act, 1981 Pollution Control Board for all sub-projects requiring setting up of hot mix plants, wet mix plants, stone crushers and diesel generators. Not Applicable as such facilities are not planned (iv) U.P. Private Forest Act, In exercise of the powers under clause (3) of 1948 section 3 of the U.P. Private Forest Act, 1948 (U.P. Act no VI of 1949), and in partial modification of Govt. notification no. 1927/XIV-134-47, dt. June 3, 1949, all the lands comprised in the private estates (given in the schedule), situated within the

Central Government in the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) on the recommendations of an Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) to be constituted by the Central Government for the purposes of this notification; All projects or activities included as Category ‘B’ in the Schedule, including expansion and modernization of existing projects or activities as specified in sub paragraph (ii) of paragraph 2, or change in product mix as specified in sub paragraph (iii) of paragraph 2, but excluding those which fulfill the General Conditions (GC) stipulated in the Schedule, will require prior environmental clearance from the State/Union territory Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA). The SEIAA shall base its decision on the recommendations of a State or Union territory level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) as to be constituted for in this notification. In addition, General Condition (GC) of the notification specifies that any project or activity specified in Category ‘B’ will be treated as Category A, if located in whole or in part within 10 km from the boundary of: (i) Protected Areas notified under the Wild Life Protection) Act, 1972, (ii) Critically Polluted areas as notified by the Central Pollution Control Board from time to time, (iii) Notified Eco-sensitive areas, (iv) inter-State boundaries and international boundaries

Applicability of Sub-Project Acts/ Guidelines Compliance Criteria municipal limits of city board, Mussoorie, in district Dehradun, to be forests for the purposes of the said Act. Park Estate site is included in the schedule and hence the above provisions are applicable on the site. Accordingly NOC from the Forest Dept. was applied for undertaking works in the sub project. NOC from the Forest Dept. has been obtained for repair and restoration works. Forest Clearance is applied for new components. (v)The Forest (Conservation) This act provides guidelines for conservation Act, 1980 of forests and diversion of forest land for non-forest use. The law also states guidelines on de-reservation of various categories of forests for diversion of forest land. This law describes the penalty for contravention of the provisions of the Act. Restriction on the de-reservation of forests or use of forest land for non-forest purpose. If forest land is to be acquired for the project, the Forestry Clearance needs to be taken. In the current case no forest land diversion is required for creation of facilities related to sub-project. Hence no Forest Clearance under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 needs to be obtained. The site is a notified private forest as above s.no iv. For the renovation and restoration of existing structures, this Act is not applicable but for all the new components proposed in the subproject this act is applicable and hence clearance is to be taken before commencement of the works. Accordingly application for clearance is under process. (Annexure 4) (vi) The Wildlife (Protection) The George Everest site is 1.04 km from Act, 1972, as amended Binog/ Mussoorie Wild Life Sanctuary. provides for protection and Accordingly application for Wildlife management of Protected clearance has been processed and Areas. recommendation of PCCF WL/ WL Warden has been obtained. (Annexure 4)

(vii) ADB’s Safeguard Policy Categorization of sub-project components Statement, 2009 into A, B, C FI and developing required level of environmental assessment for each component. Project is categorized as B (Ref: REA Checklist Annexure 1 and table 6 of EARF Selection Criteria Annexure 2 )

38. The above Table indicates that the proposed sub-project does not need to go through a full- scale environmental assessment process; as the scale of impacts and categorization of the sub- project components will not require clearances from Competent Authorities under EIA notification, 2006 however Forest Clearance is required for new works (detailed in para 32) as per s.no (v) of above table. The ADB guidelines, stipulate addressing environmental concerns, if any, of a proposed activity in the initial stages of project preparation. For this, the ADB Guidelines categorizes the proposed components into categories (A, B or C) to determine the level of environmental assessment2 required to address the potential impacts. The Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) checklist method was followed as per ADB requirement to assess the potential impacts of the project in planning phase. The REA checklist is attached as Annexure 1 with this report. The sub-project has been categorized as 'B'. Accordingly this IEE is prepared to address the potential impacts, in line with the recommended IEE content and structure for Category 'B' projects. The IEE report is based mainly on baseline data generation on environmental parameters and secondary sources of information and field reconnaissance surveys. Stakeholder consultation was an integral part of the IEE. An Environmental management plan (EMP) outlining the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the sub-project has been prepared.

Review and Approval Procedure 39. For Category 'B' projects the Draft Environmental Status report is reviewed by ADB’s Regional Department sector division and Environment and Social Safeguards Division, and by the Executing Agency, and additional comments may be sought from project affected people and other stakeholders. All comments are incorporated in preparing the final documents, which are reviewed by the Executing Agency and the national environmental protection agency. The Executing Agency then officially submits the IEE report to ADB for consideration by the Board of Directors. Completed report is made available worldwide by ADB, via the depository library system and the ADB website.

Report Structure 40. This Report contains eight (8) sections including this introductory section: (i) Introduction; (ii) Description of Project Components; (iii) Description of the Existing Environment; (iv) Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures; (v) Environmental Management Plan; (vi) Public consultation & Information Disclosure; (vii) Findings and Recommendations; and (viii) Conclusions.

2 As per SPS 2009 projects are assigned to one of the following four categories: (i) Category A. A proposed project is classified as category A if it is likely to have significant adverse environmental impacts that are irreversible, diverse, or unprecedented. These impacts may affect an area larger than the sites or facilities subject to physical works. An environmental impact assessment is required. (ii) Category B. A proposed project is classified as category B if its potential adverse environmental impacts are less adverse than those of category A projects. These impacts are site-specific, few if any of them are irreversible, and in most cases mitigation measures can be designed more readily than for category A projects. An initial environmental examination is required. (iii) Category C. A proposed project is classified as category C if it is likely to have minimal or no adverse environmental impacts. No environmental assessment is required although environmental implications need to be reviewed (iv) Category FI. A proposed project is classified as category FI if it involves investment of ADB funds to or through a FI (paras 65-67).

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT COMPONENTS

Need of the Sub-project 41. The sub project has been proposed in view of its historic significance and its association with the history of the scholars who relentlessly did their jobs of measuring, mapping, calculation the actual dimensions of the Indian Sub Continent and also the Himalayan Ranges. It was in this site where Sir George Everest first calculated the height of a mountain – that was highest in the world. Later it was named after him. The existing structures; Sir George Everest House and Observatory, have been abandoned for a long time and are in need of immediate attention since they are a part of the history that involves preparation of maps for Indian Subcontinent. The site is a global attraction and deserves to be conserved. Objectives 42. The proposed subproject “Development of George Everest Heritage Park” offers to protect, sustainably develop and reconnect people to the rich historic, scientific resources of Indian History. It aims to achieve the following objectives: • To remove the current imbalance in the benefits of tourism resulting from concentration of tourism in main and overcrowded hill town of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand and lack of mechanisms to push tourism towards asset-rich but less explored locales, such as the Park Estate • This project will give impetus to experimental tourism in Mussoorie, generating employment while helping de-congest the main city areas. It balances the development needs of a unique destination for different market segments and forges a link with community-driven tourism based on nature, culture, adventure, agro and eco-tourism resources and structured to meet future international and domestic market demands in this region. • The high potential of its tourism assets in Mussoorie is constrained by limited and inadequate access and support infrastructure and the project seeks to change that.

Project Category 43. The sub-project is unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts. The potential adverse impacts that are associated with design, construction, and operation can be mitigated to standard levels without difficulty through proper engineering design and the incorporation or application of recommended mitigation measures and procedures. Based on the findings of the IEE, the classification of the Project as Category 'B' is confirmed and no further special study or detailed EIA needs to be undertaken to comply with ADB SPS (2009) or Government of India EIA Notification (2006). Components 44. The project layout map is given in Fig 2. Project components have been listed in Table 3 and depicted in Fig. 3.

Table 3: Proposed Components S.No. Component Methodology A. Renovation/ Restoration The Building is being conserved for adaptive re-use as a cartographic museum and a display of Sir George Everest’s life Style while his stay in this building. 1 Renovation /Restoration of George Everest House Restoration of existing 2 Renovation /Restoration of Observatory structures: 3 Renovation /Restoration of bachelor’s room

4 Renovation /Restoration of Out house • The building has been in a state of neglect for a long time due to which it has lost all the doors and windows. But it retains strong walls and plans. • The roof is caving in at places and shall be restored. • For carrying out the conservation the sections of roof shall be dismantled and similar wood logs /beams and other reinforcements shall be used to recreate the same roof. • Flooring is all broken up and shall be restored after levelling and waterproofing with Sal wood. • All windows and doors will be recreated in deodar wood confirming to design and style of buildings of the era of establishment of this building. • Other techniques using limestone, Surkhi, Dal and Gond shall be used for plastering and finishing. • The fire places will be restored and made functional (Only for show) using similar bricks / stones as found in the existing building. • Concealed cabling system using thin PVC pipes will be introduced in walls to facilitate fitting of electrical lights and switches designed in heritage designs and material. 5 Maintenance of Approach road of1.6 km Existing concrete cement road will be improved/ renovated. Repair/ dressing/ reinforcement shall be done as per requirement using RCC. Average width of the road is 5 mt. B. New Components 6 Cartographic Museum/Audio visual room & Will be constructed using Procurement of Equipments prefabricated log wood panels. 7 Development of existing trek Routes of 1.5 km Width of the trek route is 2m. It will be developed through ramping earth and locally available stone work and cc pasting with provision of side railings for security. 8 Landscaping & Retaining wall Construction of retaining wall with random rubble masonry and horticulture works. 9 Grass paver parking Turf grass pavers will be laid after earthworks on the vacant

area. 10 Star Gazing Resort (10huts with bio digester Will be constructed using tank/cafeteria) prefabricated log wood panels. The toilets shall be equipped with biodigester tanks. 11 Star Gazing glass Dome (800mts) Will be constructed using prefabricated log wood panels. 12 Open Air theatre/performance ground Will be developed using natural gradient at site. 13 Selfie points (5 nos.) Will be constructed using prefabricated log wood panels and safety railings. 14 Procurement of other supporting infrastructure Maps and cartographic instruments for museum, mobile food vans.

Fig 2: Project Layout Map

Fig 3: Project Components

Implementation Schedule 45. The implementation period for the proposed sub-project is 15 months. Detailed design of the project has been completed. The bidding process and appointment of Contractor(s) in progress and will be completed by Dec, 2018. Accordingly work will begin in January 2019.

Operation and Management 46. Sir George Everest’s Estate will be restored and converted into a Museum on Cartography and the science of mapping and measuring land. The Outhouse and Bachelor’s Accommodation will be reused as gallery of reprints of old maps and documents and journals. To enhance the visitors experience a dedicated cartographic museum will be established with audio visual facilities for showcasing documentaries. To manage the affairs of the Sir George Everest’s Estate and other ancillary units, a Special Permission Vehicle (SPV) titled Park Estate Development Society can be registered in order to manage and maintain the various income generating activities under the Tourism Development initiatives including the museum, cafeteria and center for souvenir and curios, star gazing Huts and parking facilities. These are regular revenue generating activities like any other resort and the income from these activities can be ploughed back into the site for development and maintenance by the society. The society would be headed by the Commissioner/ district Magistrate with authority devolving to the CDO/SDM, Mussoorie. Members of the SPV should include PD, DRDA, representative, Dep’t. Of Culture, Representative District industries center/ Dept. Of MSME. The society would responsible for establishing and operating a cultural calendar for the site, organizing visits to the museum by the local schools and Children’s Organizations, organizing exhibitions to coincide with festive occasions like Dusshera wherein there would be large numbers of visitors to the town , collecting the entry fee to the museum, maintenance and up gradation of the museum, heritage structures, cafeteria etc. The SPV would carry out activities relating to the upkeep of the museum and heritage structures, maintenance of standards of the cafeteria and marketing strategies relating to the sales counters.

Project Outcomes 47. The project outcomes are: • Heritage Restoration

• Enhancement of the historic significance of the site with inclusion of museum and galleries.

• Increase in tourist footfall by the creation of OAT for evening musicals and cultural shows.

• Creation of one of its kind experimental tourist experience through the establishment of Star Gazing Huts along with all modern amenities.

• Better environment management of the site.

• Increased livelihood opportunities and enhanced revenue generation. This will also help de-congest Mussoorie due to the addition of 01 more prominent attraction for tourists in Mussoorie.

III. DESCRIPTION OF THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT

48. This section presents a brief description of the existing environment, including its physical resources, ecological resources, socio-economic development and social and cultural resources. Broad aspects on various environmental parameters such as geography, climate and meteorology, physiography, geology, seismology, ecology, socio-cultural and economic development parameters that are likely to be affected by the proposed sub-project are presented. Secondary information was collected from relevant government agencies like the Forest Department, State Environment Protection, and Pollution Control Board, and Meteorological Department.

Geography 49. The region is situated in the north of Dun valley along the district boundary. It is south-western part of the lower Himalayas. Topography of the region is dissected due to denudation by the agents of erosion. These hills have steep slopes towards south. The network of contours varies between 1200m and 1800 meters in this region. The northern part is higher but this height decreases towards south. The main peaks are Mangra Top Tibba (2612m.), Dhanaulti (2510m.), Binog (2264 m.), Mussoorie Gun Hill (2142m.), Bhadra (2110m.), Satli (1976m.) etc. Kalimati hills are relatively lower and situated in the southern part. The main rocks found are quartz, slate and limestone. This region is spread over an area of 456.95 sq km.

Environmental Profile

Climate 50. The geographical location of Mussoorie is 30.45o North and 78.08o East. Mussoorie has an average elevation of about 1,500 meters or 4,920 feet. The highest point is 'Lal Tibba', at a height of about 6,000 feet or 1,830 meters.

51. Mussoorie is a popular tourist destination renowned for its natural beauty and pleasant climate. The town is known as the 'Queen of the Hills' and experiences typical Indian seasons: summer, monsoon and winter. In Mussoorie, the climate is warm and temperate. The summers are much rainier than the winters. The average annual temperature In Mussoorie is 14.9 °C and precipitation averages 2206 mm. The driest month is November with around 12 mm of precipitation. The greatest amount of precipitation occurs in August, with an average of 687 mm.

52. The seasonal patterns in Mussoorie are: Summer Season: The summer season stretches from March to June. The weather is quite pleasant during this time of the year and the average temperature is around 37° C. Monsoon Season: This town experiences monsoon from July to mid-September. This is a time when landslides are common. Winter Season: Winter in Mussoorie begins in October and goes on till the end of February. Temperatures during winter are really low, accompanied by moderate snowfall. At times, the temperature even goes below 0°C. Mussoorie also witnesses moderate to heavy rainfall during December through February

Topography and Soils

53. The whole region is hilly having mountainous slope intersected and much cut up by water courses and ravines. The ridges are very steep and have many narrow valleys with cliffs, gorges and all sorts of exposures. Local topography and other physical features combine to produce a variety of edaphic conditions. Mussoorie forest division which lies in the lesser Himalayas has been attracting

16 the attention of soil scientists, ecologists and geologists from all over the world as it is convergence of all the rock formation that has resulted in formation of different soil and vegetation types.

Landuse

54. Area (in ha) under different land use in Mussoorie is depicted in Table 4.

Table 4: Area (in ha) under different landuse in Mussoorie Forest Area under Non- Barren and Permanent Pastures Land under Agricultural Uses Uncultivated Land and other grazing Miscellaneous Tree, lands Crops etc 1113.6 25.9 0 0 0

Surface water and Ground water

55. Mussoorie does not have any prominent water body but several waterfalls, lakes and seasonal streams which add to its tourist attraction. Kempty Fall, Mussoorie lake, Bhatta Falls are some popular tourist attractions. For water supply, Mussoorie has always depended on springs and brooklets which are replenished by aquifers. 56. There is no surface water body within the subproject site. 57. The ground water quality data is not available for the sub-project site. There is no ground water extraction proposed in the subproject in project construction and operation phases. Hence ground water quality characteristics for the sub-project sites and surroundings are of no significance. Dehradun district including Mussoorie falls in safe category and no area, so far, has been notified in District Dehradun by Central or State Ground Water Authority.

Geology / Seismology

58. The seismic code in India divides the country into five seismic zones (I to V). As per rapid visual screening technique for assessing seismic vulnerability and risk Mussoorie falls in Zone IV of the Earthquake Zoning Map of India. Damage during an earthquake in this zone is expected to reach MSK intensity VIII.

59. Major components in the subproject include renovation and restoration while any new works comprise installation of prefabricated log wood material only, hence designs conform to seismic resilience. Air and Noise Quality

60. No air pollution sources (point or non-point) have been seen in the surroundings of Sub- project sites. There are no industrial establishments near the sub-project sites. The ambient air quality and noise data for the sub-project site locations is not available. In view of the absence of any polluting source in the surroundings, the levels are expected to be well within the stipulated limits. During pre-construction phase baseline ambient air quality and noise levels will be monitored at the site. Monitoring will also be undertaken during Construction phase and Operation phase as specified in the monitoring plan.

Ecological Resources

Forests

61. Uttarakhand has 3.47 million hectares (about 64.79 % of its geographic area) of forests (FSI, 2011) and most of it is managed by the Forest Department. The variation in the landscape has created great diversity of flora and fauna. From the snowbound peaks of the Himalayas to the moist Alpine scrub, sub Alpine forests, dry - temperate and moist- temperate forests to moist deciduous forests, the state possesses a wide biodiversity that in return nurtures a large multiplicity of floral and faunal forms. Reserve Forests constitute 71.11%, Protected Forests 28.52% and Un-classed forests constitute 0.35% of the total forest area. The forests of the district can be classified into six main categories namely: (1) the tropical dry deciduous forests, (2) the sal forests (3) the chir forests, (4) the oak forests, (4) the deodar, fir and spruce forests, and (5) the Alpine pastures. Forest cover map of Uttrakhand is shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4: Forest cover Map of Uttarakhand

Source: India State of Forest Report, 2011

Forests in Mussoorie

62. Mussoorie has a very rich and varied flora. There is a great variety of trees and shrubs in the Sub-Himalayan tract from 3,000 ft. to the zone of the oaks. Only Pinus raxburghii is common in pure stands. Nearly 1200 species of Phanerogams and 136 ferns have been reported from an area of about 120 sq. miles and between 3000-7,500 ft. There is a varied epiphytic flora of lichens, liverworts, mosses, ferns and higher plants. In addition Mussoorie is also rich in orchids, aroids, and Gesneraceae. The thick jungles of Mussoorie inhabits a healthy population of birds along with leopards, Himalayan black bear, barking deer, jungle martens, rabbits, pheasants and wild rodents. The healthy population of avifauna in the forest of Mussoorie makes an ideal place for bird watching. The flora of Mussoorie is gifted with fruits trees that include Chestnut, Quinn and Pear. A haven for botanists, the treasure with medicinal value includes Himrai, Pudina-khar, Gingko Biloba, which is also a rare living fossil, and a number of high grade herbs. The trees found in the sub project site have been listed in the joint inspection report. (Annexure 5) A total of 33 trees have been noted in the trek route and 31 trees have been noted around proposed site for star gazing huts. No tree felling is envisaged in the sub-project.

Protected Area

63. The George Everest site is approx. 1.04 kms from the boundary of Binog/ Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary which covers the forest of the western ridge of Mussoorie. It is an Important Bird Area. Map of Binog sanctuary wrt George Everest Heritage Park is given in fig. 5.

64. Binog Sanctuary was notified in 1993 and included areas west of Mussoorie up to Bhadraj, the last peak in the Mussoorie range. Initially covering 1,082 ha, the sanctuary was called Mussoorie Sanctuary. Later, a large area was excluded and only the Binog block (338 ha) remained which was renamed as Binog Mountain Quail Sanctuary. The Sanctuary was created to preserve a small patch of oak forest very close to Mussoorie, which is considered as Himalayan Quail habitat. The bird is still classified as Critically Endangered (probably not extinct), as the possibility of its existence in the area cannot be ruled out (Bird Life International 2001). The main forest of the area is Himalayan Moist Temperate (Ban Oak) type. The lower parts are covered with sub-tropical pine forests. Substantial areas have grass and scrub cover. The Sanctuary forms much of the catchment area of Kempty falls, a major tourist attraction of Mussoorie, and its forests play a crucial role in maintaining a good water flow in the lean summer months.

Fig. 5 Google Map of George Everest Heritage Park wrt Binog WL Sanctuary

Binog/ Mussoorie WLS

Project location

65. Based on the survey, consultations with the stakeholders, no rare or endangered species has been noticed in the area as the area is quite popular among local tourists/ trekkers. Application for Forest clearance and Wild Life clearance has been processed and recommendations of PCCF WL/ WL Warden are enclosed. (Annexure 4) DFO Mussoorie and PCCF WL/ WL Warden have recommended undertaking the subproject in view of the expected benefits due to the subproject; effective patrolling could be done by the Forest Dept. and livelihood options for local community will increase due to project implementation.

Social and Cultural Resources Demography

66. As of 2011 India census, Mussoorie had a population of 30,118. Males constitute 55% of the population and females 45%. Mussoorie has an average literacy rate of 89%, higher than the national average of 75%: male literacy is 94%, and female literacy is 84%. In Mussoorie, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age. In Mussoorie Nagar Palika Parishad, female sex ratio is of 812 against state average of 963. 81% of the whole population is from general caste, 19% are from schedule caste and 1% is schedule tribes. There are 6245 households in the city and an average 5 persons live in every family.

Workers profile 67. Mussoorie (NPP) has 36% (about 11 thousand) population engaged in either main or marginal works. 53% male and 14% female population are working population. 48% of total male population is main (full time) workers and 5% are marginal (part time) workers. For women 12% of total female population is main and 2% are marginal workers.

Economic Resources

Industries 68. Uttarakhand has very few industrial units mainly because of lack of resources. In the hilly terrains, industries promoted include food processing, fruit processing, medicinal/herbal plants, and horticultural/floriculture-based industries. The Most important commodities manufactured in Mussoorie include Wooden Stick, Buras Juice, Woolen Garments.

Infrastructural Facilities Transportation and Connectivity 69. Transportation system is a key factor in the socio-economic development of any area. Roads are logically the critical inputs to the growth of all the sectors. Mussoorie is well connected through efficient road network and both rail and air transportation systems through Dehradun. There is an approach road leading to the site, from main road. The road is under the ownership of Mussoorie City Board.

Power source 70. Uttarakhand has an estimated hydro power potential of approximately 20,200 MW. However, only 1,130 MW has been tapped at present. Meanwhile, 4,170 MW projects are under implementation and 3,800 MW projects are allotted to Central, State and private sectors. Thirty-nine projects with a potential of 6,374 MW have been identified for PFR under PMs Hydro Initiatives. Although Uttarakhand is a power surplus State, a lot needs to be done to harness the untapped potential and sale the surplus power to make this a GDP driver sector for the State. Presently there is no electricity connection at the site.

Water Supply 71. Presently there are no water supply arrangements at the site. There is no surface water body in the site and water supply during construction as well as operation will be catered through tankers. Only provisions of rain water storage and internal storage have been made in the project.

Educational Institutes

72. Mussoorie is one of the best educational hubs in the country. Some popular schools in Mussoorie are Woodstock School, St. Georges College, Oak Grove School, Convent of Jesus and Mary Hampton Court, Mussoorie International School. Besides reputed schools and Institutions Mussoorie houses Lal Bahadur Shashtri National Academy of Administration which is the premier Institution in the country where the officer trainees of the civil services gets trained. Tourist Attractions 73. Mussoorie is popularly regarded as the “Queen of Hill Stations”. Mussoorie and Environs: the colonial “Queen of the Hills” rides high on a 15 km long horseshoe shaped ridge with Tehri and the Greater Himalayas to the north and the Doon Valley to the South. This fascinating location was during colonial time the favoured holiday location for the British and until today Mussoorie has maintained its attractiveness and reputation as a laid back place for leisure, entertainment and family recreation. Its beautiful churches with stained glass windows and Victorian Bandstand signify the British influences. Mussoorie offers a stupendous view of the Himalayas and the Shivaliks. The places of interest are Gun Hill, Municipal Garden, Childers Lodge, Camel’s Back Road, Bhatta Falls, Massey Falls, Jharipani Falls, Nag Devta Temple, Mussoorie Temple, Van Chetna Kendra, Sir George Everest House, Jwalaji Temple and Cloud’s End.

Cultural And Religious Resources 74. Mussoorie is guarded by the temple of Surkanda Devi in the east and by the temple of Bhadraaj Devta in the west. Surkanda Devi is revered in Garhwal whereas Bhadraaj Devta is the prime deity of Jaunpur while the township is adorned with Hindu temples, Sanatam Dharma temple, Jain temple, Sai temple, Gurudwara, Mosques, Churches and one Buddhist Gompa. The fairs and festivals includes of those of the Jaunpuris, Garhwalis, Vaishyas, Balmikis, Punjabis, Muslims, Christians, Gorkhalis, thus glorifying Mussoorie into a harmonious zenith of a unique social setup.

75. The sub-project sites and surroundings have no notified cultural heritage sites.

Archaeological Resources 76. There are no heritage sites notified by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in the impact area of the project. Similarly, no common property resources (CPR) such as public wells, water tanks, play grounds, common grassing grounds or pastures, market areas and community buildings will be affected by the proposed sub-project construction and operation activities.

IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

Environmental Impacts 77. The impacts anticipated from the proposed project may be on Physical, Biological, Socio- economic and Cultural Environment. The IEE helps to identify those negative impacts that are anticipated in the project under consideration and to suggest the mitigation measures to minimize the negative impacts. The assessment for the sub-project namely “Development of George Everest Heritage Park, Mussoorie” has been carried out for potential impacts during the following stages of the project planning and implementation. • Location impacts: Impacts associated with site selection, including impacts on environment and resettlement or livelihood related impacts on communities • Design & Pre-Construction impacts: Impacts arising from project design, including the type of designs, design standards etc • Construction impacts: Impacts resulting from construction activities including site clearance, earthworks, civil works, etc. • O&M impacts: Impacts associated with the operation and maintenance of the infrastructure built in the project.

A. Location impacts: 78. Impacts associated with site finalization, including impacts on environment and resettlement or livelihood related impacts on communities. The location considered for the subproject is within the area designated for tourism as part of developing Uttarakhand’s heritage, natural and cultural attractions, and are outside areas demarcated for habitat protection and conservation. The proposed sub-project envisages renovation and restoration of George Everest House and provision of facilities for tourists within the boundary of the George Everest Heritage Park. No additional land is to be acquired. However it has been noted that 05 shops (04 temporary structures and 01 mobile van) are present in the George Everest Premises (04 inside the boundary of George Everest Heritage Park and 01 on the approach road). Based on site visits and transect walk and socio-economic survey conducted, the subproject may cause the following resettlement impacts during civil works: (i) loss of structures due to demolition of 3 temporary shops; (ii) permanent loss of livelihood to 4 shops; (iii) temporary loss of livelihood for 1 shop (alongside approach road) during construction period; Accordingly a Resettlement Plan is being prepared and overall impacts would be further minimized during subproject implementation through careful sitting and alignment.

79. Location impacts are not likely to be significant as the works are to be carried out within the premises of George Everest Heritage Park, which is under the possession of UTDB. Only “the maintenance of existing road” will be carried outside the boundary. The impacts pertaining to road safety will be addressed through incorporation of appropriate safety measures in designs. One area in which location impacts may be triggered is due to the proximity of site to the Binog WL Sanctuary. The site is approx. 1.04 km from the boundary of the sanctuary. However any impact on the sanctuary is not foreseen as the site is a popular tourist attraction frequently visited by the tourists and no rare or endangered species have been reported in the area so far. Recommendation of DFO Mussoorie and PCCF Wildlife/ Wlidlife Warden is enclosed which have confirmed that the site is not a part of WL sanctuary and will be beneficial (Annexure 4). Presently, due to absence of waste management provisions at the site, littering can be seen. After project interventions, proper barricading and management of the site will rather improve the environment management at site.

80. The proposed subproject entails A: Renovation/ Restoration of Existing Structures including George Everest House, Observatory, bachelor’s room Out house and maintenance of approach road (approx. 1.6 km) and B: New Components including Cartographic Museum, Development of existing trek Routes, Landscaping & Retaining wall, Grass paver parking, Star Gazing Resort, Star Gazing glass Dome, Open Air theatre and Selfie points.

81. George Everest Heritage Park popularly known as Park Estate is a notified Private Forest as per the provisions of U.P. Private Forest Act, 1948.

82. The provisions of Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 are not applicable for the renovation/ restoration of existing structures and accordingly the NOC from Forest Dept. has been obtained for renovation/ restoration works (Annex 4). However, for new components, clearance under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 is to be obtained, which is under process. Since the site is approx. 1.04 km from the boundary of Binog/ Mussoorie Wildlife sanctuary, hence wildlife clearance is also needed. Accordingly applications for Forest and Wildlife clearance are being processed and the recommendations of PCCF WL/ Wildlife Warden have been enclosed (Annex 4). The recommendations confirm that the project will have beneficial impacts. There are no heritage sites notified by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) near the sub-project sites and surroundings. B. Design impacts and Pre-Construction Impacts: 83. Impacts arising from project design, scale of operations, discharge standards, topographic survey, geotechnical survey, etc. Impacts arising from the inappropriate designs of proposed facilities would in general include the inadequate facilities and infrastructure at sub-project sites specially related to sanitation and waste disposal. This will result into inconvenience to the local community and tourists.

84. In the current sub-project, there is no land acquisition and no impact on private properties. There are no involuntary resettlement issues in the sub-project. There is also no requirement for tree cutting. A total of 64 trees have been reported in the area, but tree felling is not envisaged. (Joint Inspection report. (Annex 5 ) 85. The storm water runoff from alterations of the site’s natural drainage patterns due to landscaping, other works in the George Everest premises will be taken care in the designs. Selection of materials and construction technologies shall be carefully chosen, so that it does not adversely impact the aesthetic appeal of the destinations. Designs will ensure energy conservation.

86. Impacts on utilities: The entire construction work will be done within the boundary of George Everest Heritage Park. Any impact on utilities is not envisaged. However during road construction if any utilities are impacted PIU along with contractor shall take appropriate measures as specified in EMP.

87. Based on the environmental screening of the sub-project sites, there are no significant adverse environmental impacts during the design and Pre-construction phase. C. Construction impacts: 88. Impacts resulting from construction activities including site clearance, building renovation and restoration, earthworks, civil works, etc. All construction activities to be undertaken at the site will be approved by PIU/DSC before start of construction activity. The construction stage impacts due to the proposed project components are generic to the construction activities. The EMP emphasizes on the construction impacts and necessary mitigation measures to be strictly followed by the contractor and supervised by the PMC/DSC and PMU/PIU. The key impacts are covered in the following paragraphs:

89. Quarry/Borrow pits operations: No quarry /borrow pit related impacts are anticipated in the sub-project. The construction material required for repair and restoration works shall be procured from authorized source covering environmental regulation of the country. If some stone/rock material

23 is required, then the same shall be taken from existing licensed quarries. No new quarry is proposed to be opened for the project. Since no quarrying/borrow pit operation are required, hence there are no impacts in this subject.

90. Loss of top soil: Top soil from earthworks shall be preserved for use in landscaping. The topsoil from areas of cutting will be stripped to a specified depth of 150mm, translocated and stored in stockpiles. 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 top soil will not be unnecessarily trafficked either before stripping or when in stockpiles. Such stockpiled top soil will be returned to cover the disturbed area, cut slopes and in landscaping in the sub project.

91. Construction Camps: The Contractor is likely to engage local labor for various construction activities. However, in case of engaging migratory labor for the purpose, the contractor has to establish properly designed labor camp(s) with all basic amenities such as potable drinking water supply and sanitation facilities (septic tanks and soak pits) and also dust bins to be placed in adequate numbers, which will be regularly emptied and waste will be disposed off as per law. Contractor’s labour will not be allowed to use nearby forest/ trees for any activity. EMP envisages mitigation measures for likely adverse impacts associated with the labor camps.

92. Disturbance to traffic during construction phase: The construction works at sub-project sites are small however, during transportation of materials and repair/ construction of road the disturbance to traffic is likely. There may be minor inconveniences which will be temporary in nature and last for a very short duration. Tourists’ entry in the site will be prohibited during the construction period.

93. Impacts due to stock piles of waste and top soil: Improper stockpiling of construction materials and top soil can obstruct drainage, disturb tourists, etc. Due consideration will be given for material storage and construction sites such that it doesn’t impact natural drainage. Stockpiles will be covered to protect from dust and erosion.

94. Impacts on water quality: Ground water will not be used for construction purposes and the problem of ground water contamination is not anticipated during the construction phase as there will be proper disposal of the waste water. For construction camps adequate sanitation facilities will be provided with septic tanks/ sock pits.

95. Impacts on drainage pattern: Natural drainage pattern shall be followed. Proper care shall be taken for location of construction work sites. Hence, no impact is expected on drainage pattern in the area.

96. Soil Erosion: Slope protection measures will be undertaken as per design to control soil erosion especially on approach road and trek route.

97. Impacts due to sewage disposal: About 50 labor and technical staff are likely to be involved in the project construction activities. Local labor will be preferred. The waste water from the labour camps including toilets will be discharged into the existing septic tanks/ soak pits.

98. Dust generation: Generation of dust is anticipated during transportation of materials, road repair - construction activities. Certain volumes of dust and gaseous emissions will also be generated from construction machineries like mixers, and vehicles engaged in transportation of construction materials. Pollutants of primary concern at this stage include Particulate Matter (PM10 and 2.5) and gaseous emissions (NOX, SO2, CO, etc). However, transportation of construction materials will be very limited due to small scale construction activity and receptors are quite far from the impact zone. Therefore, impact at this stage will be temporary and restricted to the close vicinity of the site in which construction activity is in progress.

99. Safety during construction: Appropriate measures during construction shall be worked out to address safety issues during construction. Suitable safety measures shall be taken by the Contractor. Traffic diversions have to be notified sufficiently in advance and entry of tourists shall be prohibited during the construction period. Peak tourist season shall be avoided for road repair and construction works. 100. All vehicles and construction equipment operating for the contractor(s) and the consultant will obtain and maintain “Pollution under Control” (PUC) Certificates. To control dust emissions, vehicles deployed for transportation of construction materials shall be covered with tarpaulins to be spillage proof. Regular water sprinkling (during excavations loading, unloading, vehicular movement and raw material transport) provisions shall be made in the construction period.

101. Periodic air quality monitoring to ensure emissions to comply with standards will be conducted. Periodic noise monitoring shall be conducted as per EMP. The Contractor(s) will submit quarterly air monitoring reports as a compliance with environmental monitoring plan.

102. Noise: During construction phase, some noise will be generated from the various construction activities like equipment and vehicles engaged in transportation of construction materials. This exposure represents temporary, localized, adverse effect of low to moderate significance for affected receptors. While building damage due to ground vibrations is unlikely, there may be annoyance to spatially located receptors during construction. Noise levels associated with the subproject operations will be largely imperceptible as the magnitude and stretch of civil works will be relatively less. There is no sensitive receptor in the close vicinity. The workers exposed will be suitably equipped with ear muffs. Transportation of construction materials will be limited due to the magnitude of construction activity. Further the noise associated with the equipment shall be reduced with proper maintenance of construction equipment.

103. Impact on biodiversity: Sensitive fauna or flora has not been noticed at the site. However, due to proximity to Binog/ Mussoorie sanctuary, which is also an Important Bird Area, all instructions given by the Wild life/ Forest Dept. shall be strictly complied with. Precautions will be taken to reduce the noise pollution and avoid any impacts on wildlife. Training programs will be carried out to educate the contractors regarding the eco-sensitivity of the area and measures to avoid any impact on biodiversity during construction works.

104. Solid Waste: Debris/solid waste generated due to excavated earth material and waste generated from inner demolition activities shall be reused subject to the approval of the Engineer during the construction. Waste generated from the construction sites will be disposed off as per law to the satisfaction of the Safeguards Specialist PMU/ PMC.

105. Disposal of construction waste: The unscientific disposal of construction waste could lead to waste disposal on the valley side and probability of waste finding its way through storm water. In the proposed subproject, it will be made mandatory for the contractor involved in construction activities for purpose disposal of the construction waste at the disposal site as designated by the PIU. It will also be ensured that construction waste will not be disposed other than the selected location.

106. Impacts due to disposal of demolition waste: The removal of obsolete and inappropriate additions to the building/ demolition would lead to generation of waste. The waste shall be reused to the extent possible, and the remaining waste shall be disposed at a designated site by the PIU in consultation with the district administration.

107. Impacts due to prefabricated log wood panels: The star gazing huts including cafeteria and glass dome will be constructed using prefabricated log wood panels, which will be fixed (nut bolts).

108. Site Cleanup: The clean-up and restoration operations are to be implemented by the contractor (s) prior to demobilization. The contractor(s) will clear all temporary structures and dispose

25 of all garbage from sites. All construction zones used/affected by the sub-project will be left clean and tidy, at the contractor’s expense as per the satisfaction the Engineer.

D. Operation and Maintenance Impacts: Impacts associated with the operation and maintenance of the infrastructure built in the sub-project. 109. Environmental Quality: Impacts on environmental conditions associated with the operation stage of the subproject components pertain to impacts due to enhanced tourist activities. Though the stay facilities are reserved for a maximum of 20-30 people, the measures pertaining to regulation of day tourist movements in line with the carrying capacity shall enable addressing operation stage impacts. Environmental monitoring during peak tourist season will confirm that all suitable measures are implemented.

110. Noise levels: Noisy activities shall not be permitted during operation of the museum and huts to avoid any impact on the wildlife (considering proximity to the Binog/ Mussoorie WLS).

111. Waste Management: During the operation of the George Everest Heritage Park, generation of solid waste is likely to increase. Septic tank/ soak pits shall be provided for waste discharge from kitchen. For solid waste, segregation at source shall be done followed by composting of the organic waste and disposal of the non-biodegradable waste as per norms. There is provision of bio-digesters in toilets which are based on DRDO approved technology. Biodigester is a fermentation device seeded with cold active bacterial cocktail for accelerated degradation of organic waste Biodigester shall be made with mildsteel/SS.

112. Safety Measures: There will be display of 'Do and Don'ts' at all sensitive locations on the trek route, to avoid any risk of falling in the valley side. Safety features will also be observed through proper lighting, safe and wide access path. During natural calamities, the operations will be stopped and tourists will be safely evicted by the tourism department as per Disaster Management plan of the state.

113. Socio-Economic Impacts: Positive impact is anticipated in terms of employment opportunity as many skilled, semi-skilled and un-skilled personnel will get direct and indirect employment during construction and operation phases.

114. Impact identification, screening for significance, and recommended mitigation measures for the sub-project were guided by the use of ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist for Urban Development and standard environmental monitoring plan required for ADB Projects.

V. ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)

117. Screening of environmental impacts is based on the magnitude and duration of the impacts. EMP specifies the environmental impacts and the mitigation measures including the responsibilities for implementing the same Institutional Arrangements 118. The Government of Uttarakhand through Department of Tourism (DOT) is the Executing Agency. The Executing Agency (i) assumes overall responsibility for the execution of the Project and reporting; (ii) engage adequate permanent or fixed-term staff to implement the Project; (iii) setup a state-level project management unit (PMU) and project implementation units (PIU); (iv) provides overall strategic guidance on technical supervision and project execution; and (v) ensures overall compliance with the loan covenants.

119. The implementing agency (IA) is the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB). The IA’s responsibilities include (i) project planning and budgeting; (ii) day-to-day assistance, supervision and guidance for the project implementation units and their consultants; (iii) review sub-projects for due diligence requirements and approve sub-project proposals; (iv) bidding, evaluation and contract award; (v) managing and disbursing funds; (vi) review compliance with loan covenants, contract specifications, work plans and quality control; and (vii) consolidate and submit progress reports, finance and accounting / audit reports, and matters requiring higher level decision to state-level empowered committee (SLEC) and ADB.

120. A State-level empowered committee (SLEC) has been established in Uttarakhand, chaired by State’s Chief Secretary, with Principal Secretary/Secretary of the Department of Tourism as Member Secretary and comprised of Secretaries from relevant line departments. The SLEC have been empowered to take all decisions on behalf of the State and will (i) act as a policy making body, (ii) provide overall advice and guidance to the State’s executing agency and PMU, and (iii) accord all approvals under the Project.

121. DoT has established a PMU, headed by a full-time Program Director and consisting of personnel drawn from relevant line departments and market. The PMU is the nodal agency for overall management of all program activities and will be responsible for: (i) project planning and budgeting; (ii) providing day-to-day assistance, supervision and guidance for the PIUs and their consultants; (iii) reviewing sub-projects to satisfy ADB’s due diligence requirements and approving sub-project proposals submitted by PIU and line departments; (iv) bidding, evaluation and contract award; (v) managing and disbursing funds; (vi) reviewing compliance with loan covenants, contract specifications, work plans and quality control; (vii) consolidating and submitting progress reports, finance and accounting/audit reports, and matters requiring higher-level decision, to the SLEC and ADB. The PMU will be supported by a team of consultants.

122. The sub-project will be implemented by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of IA, i.e. UTDB, comprising of personnel drawn from relevant line departments and outside of government and will be headed by a Project Manager. The PIUs will be responsible for: (i) prioritizing and preparing sub-project proposals; (ii) providing day-to-day assistance, supervision and guidance to the design and supervision consultants; (iii) conducting detailed assessments and surveys including public consultation and input from stakeholders; (iv) preparing detailed designs, specifications, schedule of quantity, bidding documents, and related documentation; (v) implementing civil works and related activities; (vi) reporting to PMU; (vii) preparing regular progress reports for the SLEC, the executing agency and ADB through PMU; and (viii) supervising construction, conducting quality control, approving progress payments to contractors; and (ix) maintaining records and accounts on an up-to- date basis and making these available to ADB, its missions, or auditors for inspection.

123. The Project Management Consultant (PMC) has been engaged to provide support to the PMU in overall planning, risk management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects under the Investment Program. The PMC also assists the PMU and PIUs in meeting the relevant requirements of ADB, Government of Uttarakhand, and Government of India for project implementation. The PMC reports to and work under the overall guidance of the PMU. The scope of services of the PMC’s will include but not necessarily be limited to: (i) planning, reporting, and communication; (ii) establishment of procedures and systems; (iii) review and preparation of plans, manuals and reports; (iv) overall Investment program management, monitoring and implementation of PPMS; and (v) social, environmental, archaeological, occupational health and safety, community participation and gender action compliance monitoring.

124. The Design and Supervision Consultant (DSC) has been engaged to provide all necessary support to and coordination with the Executing Agency, IAs, PMU and any other consultants engaged by the authorities to achieve the desired outcomes of the Investment Program. The DSC will report to and work under the overall guidance of the PIUs. The scope of services of the DSC will include but not necessarily be limited to: (i) surveys, verification of feasibility studies and base maps; (ii) project planning and management support to the PIU; (iii) finalization of design criteria, preparation of manuals, guidelines and systems; (iv) preparation of detailed design and bid documents; (v) construction management and contract administration; (vi) environmental, social, archaeological, cultural heritage, community participation and gender action compliance monitoring; and (vii) capacity building of the service providers for operational sustainability.

125. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) translates recommended mitigation and monitoring measures into specific actions that will be carried out by the Contractor(s) and proponent. EMP deals with the management measures and implementation procedure of the guidelines along with enhancement measures recommended to avoid, minimize and mitigate foreseen environmental impacts of the project. For each mitigation measure to be taken, its location, timeframe, implementation and overseeing/ supervising responsibilities are listed in the EMP. Table-5, Table-6 and Table-7 present EMP for pre-construction, construction and operation phases of sub-project.

Table 5: Environmental Management Plan for Pre Construction Stage Sl. Environmental Mitigation Measures Parameter Responsible for Responsible Frequency for Sources of Fund No. Issues /Indicator for Implementatio for Monitoring for Implementing Compliance n Supervision Mitigation Measure Consents, permits, Obtain all necessary Consents, PIU PIU/DSC check consent Project cost clearances, no consents, permits, permits, for objection certificate clearance, NOCs, etc. prior clearance and establishment of (NOC), etc. to start of civil works. NOCs construction Records and camp , NOC 1. Acknowledge in writing and communications from forest department , provide report on clearance prior compliance all obtained to start of civil consents, permits, works clearance, NOCs, etc. Establishment of Conduct documentation of baseline location of components, environmental areas for construction zone conditions prior to (camps, staging, storage, Records and Once prior to 2. Contractor PIU/DSC PMU start of civil works stockpiling, etc.) and Photographs construction surroundings (within direct impact zones). Include photos and GPS coordinates Utilities 1-The locations and List and maps - DSC will prepare PIU/DSC Pre Contractor operators of utilities to be showing utilities preliminary list and Construction impacted have been to be shifted maps of utilities to Phase identified and documented in be shifted DPR documents to prevent Contingency plan - During detailed unnecessary disruption of for services design phase, 3. services during the disruption contractor to (i) construction phase. prepare list and 2-Require contractors to operators of prepare a contingency plan utilities to be to include actions to be done shifted; (ii) in case of unintentional contingency plan interruption of services.

Sl. Environmental Mitigation Measures Parameter Responsible for Responsible Frequency for Sources of Fund No. Issues /Indicator for Implementatio for Monitoring for Implementing Compliance n Supervision Mitigation Measure 3-Obtain from the PIU and/or DSC the list of affected utilities and operators; 4-If relocations are necessary; contractor will coordinate with the providers to relocate the utility. Siting of the construction Contractor PIU/ DSC At the time of Contractor camps shall be as per the construction guidelines below and details camp of layout to be approved by establishment PIU/PMU and finalization The potential sites will be of storage areas selected for labour camp and these shall be visited by the concerned Construction environmental expert and camps site, and Construction Camps - one having least impacts on locations of 4 Location, Selection, environment will be material storage Design and Layout approved. Location for areas, sanitation stockyards for construction facilities materials shall be selected so as to ensure there is no pollution and discomfort to the public/ tourists due to the dust, etc. Construction sanitation facilities shall be adequately planned Sources of Use quarry sites and Permits issued to Contractor PIU/DSC Upon Contractor construction materials sources licensed by the quarries/ sources PIU/ DSC to submission by 5 Uttarakhand Government. of materials verify sources contractor (including permits) 6 Access Plan transportation routes so Traffic Contractor PIU/ DSC During Delivery Contractor

Sl. Environmental Mitigation Measures Parameter Responsible for Responsible Frequency for Sources of Fund No. Issues /Indicator for Implementatio for Monitoring for Implementing Compliance n Supervision Mitigation Measure that heavy vehicles do not management plan of construction use narrow local roads, materials except in the immediate vicinity of sites. Schedule transport and hauling activities during non- peak hours. Locate entry and exit points in areas where there is low potential for traffic congestion. Keep the site free from all unnecessary obstructions. Drive vehicles in a considerate manner. Occupational health Comply with IFC EHS Health and safety Contractor PIU/ DSC During Contractor and safety Guidelines on Occupational (H&S) plan construction Health and Safety phase Develop comprehensive site-specific health and safety (H&S) plan. Apply practices that are intended to eliminate, or reduce fatalities, injuries and 7 illnesses for workers engaged in the sub project. Provide personal protective equipment for each identified hazard; H&S training for all site personnel; and maintain documentation of work- related accidents. Provide medical insurance

Sl. Environmental Mitigation Measures Parameter Responsible for Responsible Frequency for Sources of Fund No. Issues /Indicator for Implementatio for Monitoring for Implementing Compliance n Supervision Mitigation Measure coverage for workers. Public consultations Continue information -Disclosure DSC/PIU/PMU/ PIU/ DSC Regularly PMU dissemination, consultations, records PMC and involvement/ - Consultations Contractor 8 participation of stakeholders during project implementation. Use of Caution tapes/ All work sites should be Flags and boards Contractor PIU/ DSC Regularly Contractor display boards properly demarcated and Demarcation and flagged with caution tapes Flagging (high visibility) and signages in readable form. 9 Proper demarcation & flagging of the area towards valley side. Necessary 'Do and Don'ts' will be displayed on boards on the access path. Deployment of The Contractor shall appoint Reporting Contractor PIU/ DSC Regularly Contractor Environment Health a qualified Environment and Safety Officer Health and Safety Officer for 10 environment and social safeguards monitoring, reporting and day to day coordination with PIU/PMU.

Table 6: Construction Phase Environmental Management Plan Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure Sanitation The contractor Construction camp Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor facilities at shall provide sanitation facilities construction phase construction sanitation camps facilities at camp site. These facilities will include dust bins in adequate numbers for solid waste collection, and separate toilets for male and females. These toilets 11 facilities shall be maintained and septic tanks/ soakpits shall be provided at the toilets. The dust bins shall be regularly emptied and waste from camp site shall be disposed off at designated locations. In no cases should open

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure defecation be practiced. Circulation plan Prior to Safe movement of Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU During Tourist season Contractor during commencement public, tourists construction in of site activities the tourist and mobilization destination on ground, the Contractor will prepare and get approved by the Engineer, circulation plan during construction, including development of 12 alternative access routes, traffic regulations, signage etc during construction. The Contractor with support of the PIU will carry out dissemination of these information and circulation plan at key access road, city board office,

Site clearance Only ground Pre construction Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU During site Contractor activities, cover/shrubs that records of sites and preparation including impinge directly vegetation in area of delineation of on the permanent construction construction works or areas necessary temporary works shall be removed with prior approval from the concerned Environmental Expert. All areas used for temporary 13 construction operations will be subjected to complete restoration to their former condition with appropriate rehabilitation procedures. The photographic records shall be maintained for the temporary sites used for construction.

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure These will help in proper restoration. Loss of Top soil Top soil shall be Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU During Construction Contractor preserved safely phase regularly 14 for use in landscaping and reuse at site Drinking water Sufficient supply Water supply Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU During Construction Contractor availability at of cold potable source and phase regularly Construction water to be availability of water , camp and provided and permission of local construction maintained. If the authority sites drinking water is obtained from an intermittent public water supply then storage tanks will be provided. For 15 this contractor will submit his plan how availability of drinking water shall be assured. In case it is obtained from the natural spring then permission from local authorities shall be obtained. In

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure no case local users rights over the common water resource shall be interfered. Monitoring of drinking water shall be carried out to ensure the quality of water for labours. Waste disposal Solid Waste Waste Disposal Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor Management sites, waste construction phase Plan to be management plan prepared by the Contractor in consultation with city board/ Forest Dept. The concerned Environmental 16 Specialist shall approve these disposal sites after conducting a joint inspection on the site with the Contractor. Contractor shall ensure that waste shall not be

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure disposed off near natural streams or valley sides, in the surroundings of site and along the approach road. Stockpiling of Stockpiling of Subproject Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor construction construction stockpiling sites construction phase materials materials will be done in such a way that it does not impact and 17 obstructs the drainage. The stockpiles will be covered to protect from dust and erosion. Arrangement for (i) The Contractor Water availability at Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor Construction shall provide a identified water construction phase Water list of locations source locations and type of sources from where water for 18 construction shall be acquired. (ii)The contractor shall use ground/surface water as a source of water for the

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure construction with the written consent from the concerned Department. (iii)To avoid disruption/ disturbance to other water users, the Contractor shall extract water from fixed locations and consult PIU/PMU before finalizing the locations. Soil Erosion Slope protection Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor measures will be construction phase undertaken as Locations of slope per design to protection along 19 control soil access path and trek erosion routes. especially on approach road and trek route. Water Pollution The Contractor Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor from shall take all construction phase 20 Construction precautionary Subproject sites Wastes measures to prevent entering of wastewater

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure into any local stream during construction. Soil Pollution The fuel storage Vehicle Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor due to fuel and and vehicle maintenance and construction phase lubricants, cleaning area will parking area construction be stationed such 21 wastes that spillage of fuels and lubricants does not contaminate the ground. Generation of The contractor Subproject site, air Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor dust will take every quality monitoring construction phase 22 precaution to results reduce the levels of dust at construction sites. Emission from All vehicles, PUC certificates of Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor Construction equipment and vehicles and construction phase Vehicles, machinery used machinery Equipment and for construction Machinery shall conform to 23 the relevant Bureau of India Standard (BIS) norms. The discharge standards promulgated

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure under the Environment Protection Act, 1986 shall be strictly adhered to. The silent/quiet equipment available in the market shall be used in the sub Project. The Contractor shall maintain a record of PUC for all vehicles and machinery used during the contract period which shall be produced for verification whenever required. Noise Pollution The Contractor Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor shall confirm that Certificates of construction phase all Construction vehicles conforming 24 equipment used noise standards, in construction noise monitoring shall strictly results conform to the MoEF/CPCB

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure noise standards and all Vehicles and equipment used in construction shall be fitted with exhaust silencers. At the construction sites noisy construction work such as crushing, operation of DG sets, use of high noise generation equipment shall be stopped during the night time between 10.00 pm to 6.00 am. Noise limits for construction equipment used in this project will not exceed 75 dB (A). Impacts on flora Conduct site Records Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during PIU/ PMU and fauna induction and construction phase 25 environmental

awareness

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure activities within the work area. Any impact on the fauna Barricades along including birds work sites, should be taken care of. No tree Contractor felling shall be done. If in case Number and species required, only approved by UK after permission Forest Department from Forest Dept. Workers Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor employed on construction phase mixing cement, lime mortars, concrete, etc., will be provided with protective footwear and Material protective Data on available 26 Handling at Site goggles. PPEs Workers, who are engaged in welding works, will be provided with welder’s protective eye- shields. Workers engaged

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure in stone breaking activities will be provided with protective goggles and clothing. The use of any toxic chemical will be strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The Engineer will be given at least 6 working day’s 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. Disposal of The Contractor Disposal site Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor Construction shall confirm that construction phase 27 Waste / Debris / Safe disposal of Cut Material the construction waste will be ensured in the

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure pre-identified disposal locations. In no case, any construction waste will be disposed off around the project site indiscriminately. Safety Measures Adequate safety Records of Contractor DSC/ PIU/ PMU Regularly during Contractor During measures for availability of construction phase Construction workers during personal protective handling of equipment, materials at site availability of first aid will be taken up. kits The contractor has to comply with all regulations for 28 the safety of workers. Precaution will be taken to prevent danger of the workers from accidental injuries, fire, etc. First aid treatment will be made available for all injuries

Frequency for Sources of Parameter Monitoring Fund for Sl. Environmental Mitigation Responsible Responsible /Indicator for Implementing No. Issues Measures Implementation Supervision Compliance Mitigation Measure likely to be sustained during the course of work. The Contractor will conform to all anti-malaria instructions given to him by the Engineer. Clearing of Contractor to Restoration plan, Contractor PIU/DSC End of construction Contractor Construction prepare site and records of pre phase Camps and restoration plans construction of Restoration for approval. The temporary sites plan is to be implemented by the contractor prior to demobilization. On completion of 29 the works, all temporary structures will be cleared away, all rubbish burnt, excreta or other disposal pits or trenches filled and effectively sealed off and the site left clean and tidy, at the

Table 7: Environmental Management Plan for Operation Phase Parameters Mitigation Measures Parameter / Responsible Responsible Frequency of Source of Funds Sl. Indicator of for for monitoring to Implement No. Compliance Implementati Supervision Mitigation on Measures 30 Environmental Day tourists will be regulated as Monitoring Tourism Tourism dept Once during peak O&M/ PPP Partner Conditions per the carrying capacity. The results department season periodic monitoring of the through ambient air quality and noise through O&M/ levels will be done. PPP Partner 31 Disposal of Solid waste shall be segregated Functional Tourism Dept. Tourism dept Regular O&M/ PPP Partner Waste at source, compacted and compactor and through O&M/ biodegradable waste shall be compost facility. PPP Partner used as manure after Cleanliness at composting. Non-biodegradable site waste shall be disposed as per norms. 32 Demarcation Proper demarcation & flagging Railings and Tourism Tourism dept./ Regular Tourism dept and Flagging of the area towards valley side sign boards department PMU to minimize risks. through O&M/ PPP Partner

Parameters Mitigation Measures Parameter / Responsible Responsible Frequency of Source of Funds Sl. Indicator of for for monitoring to Implement No. Compliance Implementati Supervision Mitigation on Measures

33 Unhygienic Tourism department through Maintenance Tourism Dept. Tourism Every year during Tourism conditions due O&M Agency/ PPP Partner will schedule of through O&M/ department / Tourist season Department / PMU to poor carry out maintenance of sanitation PPP Partner PMU maintenance of sanitation facilities and ensure facilities sanitation the regular collection and facilities and disposal of wastes to a irregular solid designated waste treatment waste collection sites close to sub-project sites. Waste will not be disposed in the valley areas or elsewhere.

VI. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN 126. Environmental monitoring will be done during construction in three levels; namely monitoring development of project performance indicators done by the PIU-PMU, monitoring implementation of mitigation measures done by the Contractor; and overall regulatory monitoring of the environmental issues done by the PMU Environmental Specialist. To ensure the effective implementation of mitigation measures and Environmental Management Plan during construction and operation phase of the sub-project, it is essential that an effective Environmental Monitoring Plan be followed as given in the table 8. The proposed monitoring of all relevant environmental parameters with frequency of monitoring and responsible agencies is presented.

Table 8: Environmental Monitoring Plan Field Parameters S. (Environmental to be Responsi No. Attribute) Phase Monitored Locations Frequency bility During pre- 1 Ambient Air CO, NOx, GE House, 1- Once Contractor construction Quality PM , PM , at road during pre (s) phase & 10 2.5 and SO side and construction During 2 parking site phase Construction Phase 2- Once in every quarter (except monsoon) during construction phase Operation CO, NOx, GE House, Once during O&M phase PM10, PM 2.5, at road peak Agency/ and SO2 side and season UTDB parking site

During pre- 3 Noise Levels Leq ( Day), At GE 1- Once construction Leq ( Night), House, during pre Contractor phase & Leq max, Leq road side construction (s) During Min, and phase Construction parking site Phase 2- Once in every quarter (except monsoon) during construction phase Operation Leq ( Day), Once during O&M phase Leq ( Night), peak Agency/ Leq max, Leq season UTDB Min

Capacity Building

127. In addition to the primary objective of repair and restoration of a heritage site, the current project has the scope for raising awareness about environmental conservation amongst tourists and local communities. Local knowledge about the topography and familiarity with the area may be further enhanced through training for skill up gradation of local communities enabling them to actively participate in the activities of sub-project. This would go a long way in protecting the richly endowed but fragile natural environment of the area and act as the harbinger for sustainable and balanced socio-economic development and environmental regeneration in the area. 128. The Environmental Specialist of the DSC and PMC will provide the basic training required for environmental awareness. Specific modules customized for the available skill set will be devised after assessing the capabilities of the members of the Training Program and the requirements of the project. The training would cover basic principles of environmental assessment and management; mitigation plans and programs, implementation techniques, monitoring methods and tools. The proposed training program along with the frequency of sessions is presented in Table 9 below.

Table 9: Training Modules for Environmental Management Training Conducting Program Description Participants Duration Agency A. Pre-Construction Stage

Sensitization Introduction to Environmental ½ Working Environmental Workshop at Environment: Basic Specialist (ES) of Day Specialist of the PMU Concept of environment the DSC/PMU/PIU PMU Dehradun Environmental and Contractors Regulations and Managerial staff Statutory requirements as per Government of India and ADB and Environmental Issues in George Everest Project Session 1 Introduction to Contractor, and 1/2 Working Environmental ( at Sub- Environment: Basic DSC / PIU staff of Day Specialist of the project Concept of environment the implementing DSC/PMU sites) Safeguards Regulations agencies and Statutory requirements as per Govt. of India and ADB Guidelines on Environmental considerations in planning, design and implementing projects Session 2 ( Environmental Contractor(s) work ¼ Working Safeguards at Sub- components impacted in force Day Specialist of the project sites) construction and DSC operation stages Activities causing

Training Conducting Program Description Participants Duration Agency pollution during construction Environmental Management Plan compliance, Impacts on biodiversity and mitigation measures, Good engineering practices Monitoring and Contractor(s) and ¼ Working Safeguard Session 4 Reporting System for PIU/ DSC staff Day Specialist of the safeguards in the project deployed at Site DSC/PMU Session 5 EHS requirements Contractor(s) 1/4 Day Safeguard during construction workers, PIU staff Specialist of the and DSC staff at DSC/PMU sites Notes: PMU = Project Management Unit; PIU = Project Implementation Unit; PMC = Project Management Consultant; DSC = Design and Supervision Consultant; ES = Environment Specialist;

Environmental Budget 129. Most of the mitigation measures require contractors to adopt good site practices, which should be part of their normal procedures already, so there are unlikely to be major costs associated with compliance. Only those items not covered under budgets for construction are included in the IEE budget. The IEE costs include mitigation, monitoring and capacity building costs. The summary budget for the environmental management costs for the sub-project is presented in Table 10.

Table 10: Environmental Management and Monitoring Budget (INR) Monitoring Component Rate Amount ( INR) Source of Fund Pre Construction Ambient Air Quality - 3 locations, 3x1samples) before 10,000 30,000 Contractor construction Parameters:CO,NOx,PM10,PM2.5, and SO2 Noise levels – 3 locations, 3x1samples) before construction 3000 9,000 Contractor Parameters: Leq ( Day), Leq( Night), Leq max, Leq Min Construction Phase

Ambient Air Quality - 3 locations, Thrice a year; 12 samples) 10,000 120,000 Contractor Parameters: CO,NOx,PM10,PM2.5, and SO2 Noise levels – 3 locations Thrice a year; 12 samples 3000 36,000 Contractor Parameters: Leq ( Day), Leq ( Night), Leq max, Leq Min

Drinking water- Thrice a year; (as per CPCB norms for drinking 8000 24,000 Contractor water)

Orientation programs (2-4) 5000 20,000 Contractor

Training for Capacity Building of Covered in the consultancy cost of PMC stakeholders

Total Construction Phase 2,39,000 Contractor Monitoring Cost

Operation Phase

Air Quality - 3 locations, Once 30,000 during O&M 10,000 By the O&M agency during peak season period

Noise Levels- 3 location, Once 9,000 during O&M 3000 By the O&M agency during peak season period Note: In case of time extension of project beyond stipulated time, monitoring frequency shall increase accordingly. The monitoring results from only NABL Approved labs along with photographs shall only be accepted. If not done by Contractor, monitoring will be carried out by DSC/PMC/PMU and deducted from Contractors bills.

Environmental Monitoring and Reporting 130. The PMU will monitor and measure the progress of EMP implementation. PIU will undertake site inspections and document review to verify compliance with the EMP and progress towards the final outcome. DSC will submit monthly monitoring and implementation reports to PIU, who will take follow-up actions, if necessary. PIU will submit quarterly monitoring and implementation reports to PMU. The PMU will submit semi-annual monitoring reports to ADB. Monitoring reports will be posted in a location accessible to the public.

131. ADB will review project performance against the Executing Agency’s commitments as agreed in the legal documents. The extent of ADB's monitoring and supervision activities will be commensurate with the Project’s risks and impacts. Monitoring and supervising of social and environmental safeguards will be integrated into the project performance management system.

VII. PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION DISCLOSURE

Process For Consultations Followed 132. This sub-project does not involve any elements, which could have an adverse impact on the community. There is no deprivation of any sort for the residents or displacement of any groups. IR impacts are anticipated on 05 shops, for which detailed socio-economic survey will be carried out and accordingly Resettlement Plan will be prepared.

133. In view of this, the need for holding a public hearing is not perceived at this stage. However in compliance with the ADB’s guidelines, focused public consultations were undertaken during the site visits in the sub-project site. Residents of the area living near the George Everest site and tourists were informed about the proposed sub-project and their views were obtained. During the preparation of this IEE, consultations have been held with the officials of Uttarakhand Tourism Department, DFO Mussoorie, Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN), City Board Mussoorie, local community and the tourists. Same has been listed in Table 11.

134. The process of consultations was taken up as an integral part of the sub-project in accordance with ADB Guidelines and following objectives: • To educate the general public, specially potentially impacted or benefited communities/ individuals and stakeholders about the proposed sub-project activities; • To familiarize the people with technical and environmental issues of the sub-project for better understanding; • To solicit the opinion of the communities / individuals on environmental issues and assess the significance of impacts due to the proposed development;

135. During the consultations local community and other stakeholders of sub-project opined that it is one of the most popular destinations in Mussoorie presently popular only among local day tourists. The development of the sub project will enhance its potential of serving as an excellent addition to the tourist attractions in Mussoorie. Besides restoring the heritage site, decongesting other peak destinations in Mussoorie, this will enhance revenue opportunities for the public and state as a whole. The dates of consultations and stakeholders consulted have been summarized in Table 11. The consultation photographs and attendance sheet are given in Annexure 3 and 6.

Table 11: Stakeholders Consultation Records

Place of Date of Participants Number of Discussion and Outcome Consultation Consultati Participants ons UTDB Office 23.07.18 UTDB staff, 08 Sub project proposal was Consultants, discussed in detail and land PMU documents reviewed with the Patwaris Land documents were collected and checked George Everest 24.07.18 Consultants, 14 Site assessment and Site SGS, CDS, discussion with the FCS, PMU, community. Patwari, Community was optimistic and Community welcomed the project DFO Office, 31.07.18 DFO & Staff, 05 Sub project components were Mussoorie Div FCS, PMU discussed. DFO assured to provide cooperation Site visit 08-08-2018 Site visit was undertaken by DFO, City Board, UTDB and PMU officials. AO Nagarpalika 13-08-2018 06 Sub project proposal was Mussoorie discussed in detail with Nagarpalika Mussoorie and it was requested to grant NOC for road works. DFO Office, 21-08-2018 04 Follow up meeting Mussoorie AO Nagarpalika 23-08-2018 05 Follow up meeting Mussoorie DFO Office, 19-09-2018 04 Follow up meeting Mussoorie DFO Office, 28-09-2018 03 Follow up meeting Mussoorie DFO Mussoorie 26-09-2018 DFO, PMU site visit. DFO confirmed regarding taking up repair and restoration works George Everest 01-12-2018 Local 30 Local communities expected Site community, that the sub project will open Tourists and up new livelihood opportunities Shopkeepers The tourists welcomed the project and expected that the proposed facilities should improve the facilities at site, also keeping the natural features intact. Office of 09-12-2018 PCCF WL/ WL 04 Follow up regarding Wildlife Wildlife Warden Warden Clearance. 136. It is clear that most of the suggestions of stakeholders have been taken care in the project design.

Future Consultation And Information Disclosure 137. To ensure continued public and stakeholder participation in project life cycle regular consultation is proposed. A grievance redress cell will be set up within the concerned PIU to register grievances of the people regarding technical, social and environmental aspects. This participatory process will ensure that all views of the people are adequately reviewed and suitably incorporated in the design and implementation process. Further, to ensure an effective disclosure of the project proposals to the stakeholders and the communities in the vicinity of the sub-project locations, an extensive project awareness campaigns will be carried out.

Information disclosure

138. Electronic version of the IEE will be placed in the official website of the Tourism Department and the website of ADB after approval of the documents by Government and ADB. On demand, any person seeking information can obtain a hard copy of the complete IEE document by paying cost of photocopy from the office of the PMU/PIU, on a written request. 139. The PMU will issue notification on the disclosure mechanism in local newspapers, ahead of the initiation of implementation of the project, providing information on the project, as well as the start dates, etc. The notice will be issued by the PMU in local newspapers one month ahead of the implementation works. This will create awareness of the project implementation among the public.

Public Consultation Records 140. The public consultation records showing list of participants, signature and photographs of consultations are given in Annexure 6.

Grievance Redress Mechanism

141. The affected person/aggrieved party can give their grievance verbally or in written to the local grievances committee. Grievances of affected person will first be brought to the attention of the implementing NGO or PIU who can resolve the issue at site level. If the matter is not solved within 7 days period by the NGO or PIUs, it will be brought to the Grievance Redress Committee constituted for the purpose in PIU. This GRC shall discuss the issue in its monthly meeting and resolve the issues within one month of time after receiving the grievance. If the matter is not resolved by GRC at PIU level within stipulated time, it shall be referred to GRC at PMU level by Project Manager of PIU. 142. GRC at PMU shall discuss the issue and try to resolve it and inform the PIU accordingly. If the matter is not resolved by the GRC at PMU level within one month of time, the aggrieved person/party can bring the matter to the Court of Law. The PIU shall keep records of all grievances received including contact details of complainant, date of receiving the complaint, nature of grievance, agreed corrective actions and the date these were affected and final outcome. A complaint register will be maintained at PIU as well as sites of the sub-project. The grievance redress process is shown below. Composition and functions of GRC

143. Local Grievance Committee. (LGC) – The local LGC (at individual sub-project sites) will comprise of an NGO representative, Line Agency (GMVN/KMVN), representative of local area, Special invitee, etc. This will be constituted by respective PIUs in consultation with PMU. 144. Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) at PIU- In each PIU there shall be one GRC, which will include Project Manager (PIU), District Tourist Officer of Department of Tourism of Govt. Of Uttarakhand, Community Development Officer of PIU, nominated representative of District Magistrate and this GRC shall be headed by Project Manager (PIU). The committee will meet at least once in

55 every month. Agenda of meeting shall be circulated to all the members and affected persons/aggrieved party along with venue, date and time; informed in written at least 7 days in advance of meeting. The matters shall remain with GRC at PIU level for one month and if grievance is not resolved within this time period, the matter shall be referred to GRC at PMU. 145. GRC within Environmental and Social Management Cell (ESMC) at PMU- There shall be one GRC in PMU. The matters not resolved by the GRC at PIU level within one month shall come under GRC at PMU. GRC at PMU will include Community Development Expert of PMU, Safeguard Specialist of PMU and Additional Project Director (APD) of PMU. The Committee shall be headed by APD of PMU. This committee shall look the matters, which are referred to and not resolved by GRC at PIU level. If the matter is not resolved by the GRC at PMU level within one month of time, the aggrieved person/party can bring the matter to The Executive Committee/State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC). Approach to GRC

146. Affected person/aggrieved party can approach to GRC for redress of his/their grievances through any of the following modes (a) Web based: A separate corner will be developed at the program website so that public / community/ affected person can register their complaint in the online column. (b) Telecom based: A telephone number shall be notified by the PMU/ PIU so that general public can `register their complaint through telephone / mobile phone to the PIU/PMU office. (c) Through implementing NGO: The local representative of the NGO appointed for the purpose will collect the problems & issues of the community or affected person and pass on the same to PIU / PMU. (d) The grievance redress mechanism has also been shown in Figure-6 below.

Figure 6: Grievance Redress Mechanism in IDIPT, Uttarakhand

Note: 1. LGC - NGO, Line Agency, Representative of Gram Panchayats, Special invitee 2. GRC – PM, CDO, Engineer, DFO, DTO, SDM 3. GRC in Environment and Social Management Cell (ESMC) – PMU (APD, SS, CDS, FS), PMC (EE, CDE)

VIII. FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 147. The proposed sub-project components are mainly aimed at repair and restoration of the bungalow of Sir George Everest, Outhouse,Observatory, existing road and proposed adaptive reuse as a museum depicting the lifestyle of Sir George Everest and display of cartographic instruments and maps etc. For tourism value enhancement of the site, 10 no. of star gazing huts with bio-digester tanks and cafeteria will be constructed in prefabricated log wood panels. The proposed interventions are likely to have less significant environmental impacts during the construction and operation phase as the new components will be installed in prefabricated log wood material only. Forest clearance and Wild Life clearance has been processed and recommendations of PCCF Wildlife/ Wildlife Warden have been enclosed (Annexure 4). Works will be carried out as per the aforesaid clearances. Contractor’s staff and labour will be properly sensitized to work in such areas and avoid any impact on any flora or fauna. There are less likely impacts of civil works (during repair of roads, development of trek route and paver parking) as the works are simple in nature and volume and the impacts can be easily mitigated through good engineering practices. There will be usage of solar energy for illumination and water requirement shall be met through water tankers. The biodigester technology employed in the toilets is approved technology and guarantees organic pollution reduction by 99%. It is expected that the proposed sub-project will enhance economic growth and provision of livelihood opportunities for local communities with a focus on preservation and development of natural and cultural heritage and incidental services. The proposed project under the facility is provided to support the State of Uttarakhand, to enhance and develop the tourism sector as a key driver for economic growth.

148. This IEE has identified minor likely impacts on air and noise during construction and operation period and has defined mitigation measures for adverse impacts. Those mitigation measures will be implemented and monitored during the sub-project execution. 149. The specific management measures laid down in the IEE will effectively address any adverse environmental impacts due to the sub-project. The effective implementation of the measures proposed will be ensured through the building up of capacity towards environmental management within the PMU supplemented with the technical expertise of a Safeguards Specialist as part of the PMC and DSC Consultants. Further, the environmental monitoring plans provide adequate opportunities towards the course correction to address any residual impacts during construction or operation stages.

IX. CONCLUSION 150. On the basis of the IEE It is expected that the proposed project components have only minor, negative, localized, temporary and less significant environmental impacts. There are impacts pertaining to construction and operation phase. These impacts will be mitigated through adequate mitigation measures as listed in the EMP and regular monitoring during the construction and post construction phase of the project. During operation of the George Everest Heritage Park, comprising George Everest Bungalow and other structures, museum, star gazing resorts, Open Air theatre, parking facilities, well planned waste management systems will be in place to manage all types of waste due to operation of the facilities. To ensure the environmental sustenance UTDB will monitor the same during operational phase too.

151. In conclusion, the sub-project will have overall beneficial impacts after completion in terms of tourism development and environment management of the site. Negative impacts on air quality and noise levels during civil works & operation phase have been assessed, which will be appropriately monitored and adequately mitigated. This report has not identified any comprehensive, broad, diverse or irreversible adverse impacts caused by the sub-project. It is recommended that project can be implemented with proper mitigation measures to protect the environment. Based on the findings of the IEE, the classification of the sub-project as Category “B” is confirmed, and no further special study or detailed EIA needs to be undertaken to comply with ADB SPS (2009).

Annexure-1 Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist Environmental A. Brief Description of Environmental Impact Assessment The sub project entails

B. What is the EA's assessment on following?

Likely to be classified as:

Category A under the EIA Notification of 2006 of GoI Category B under the EIA Notification of 2006 of GoI Does not warrant a categorization as it is not covered in the list of projects/ activities under the EIA notification of 2006 of Gol Unknown The project site is not:

Within 10 km from the boundary of protected areas, notified areas and inter- state and international boundaries as defined under EIA Notification of 2006 of Gol

A part of National Parks/Sanctuaries and Tiger Reserve areas (notified as defined under Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972)

Near to reserved forest or protected forest as defined under Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 (amended in 1988)

The subproject does not require:

Consent for Establishment and Consent for Operation under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act,1974 and/or the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

Authorization for waste processing and landfills under Municipal Solid Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000 of GoI

Country/Project Title: IITIDP - India/ Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism; Project III Uttarakhand

Sub-Project: Development of George Everest Heritage Park, Mussoorie

Sector Division: SAUD

Screening Questions Yes No Remarks A. PROJECT SITING IS THE PROJECT AREA ADJACENT TO OR WITHIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDERGROUND UTILITIES √ CULTURAL HERITAGE SITE √ Project site is not ASI

protected PROTECTED AREA Not within protected area but approx. 1.04 km from Mussoorie/ Binog WL Sanctuary, also an Important Bird √ area (IBA). Proposed works are mainly of restoration and conservation nature; hence impact on sensitive ecology is not envisaged. WETLAND √ Not applicable

MANGROVE √ Not applicable

ESTUARINE √ Not applicable

BUFFER ZONE OF Binog Wild Life √ PROTECTED AREA Sanctuary is approx.

1.04 kms SPECIAL AREA FOR Binog Wild Life √ PROTECTING BIODIVERSITY Sanctuary is approx.

1.04 kms BAY √ Not applicable

POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS WILL THE PROJECT CAUSE Encroachment on √ The site is not ASI historical/cultural areas? protected.

The project aims at restoration of the historic/ cultural heritage related to House of Sir George Everest Encroachment on precious Maximum area is barren √ ecology (e.g. sensitive of land with shrubs and protected areas) weeds. Impacts on the sustainability of Not envisaged √ associated sanitation and Solid

Waste disposal system? Dislocation or involuntary √ Not envisaged resettlement of people? Disproportionate impacts on the Not envisaged poor, women and children √ indigenous peoples or other vulnerable groups? Accident risks associated with Not envisaged √ increased vehicular traffic, leading to loss of life? Increased noise and air pollution There will be slight resulting from increased traffic increase in air pollution volume? due to various project construction activities. This impact shall be temporary, site-specific and reversible in nature. √ This will be mitigated by

taking proper mitigation measures. However major works are mainly of conservation, hence not significant amount of emissions are anticipated Occupational and community √ No such risks envisaged health and safety risks? Risks an vulnerabilities related No such risks envisaged to occupational health and safety due to physical chemical, √ biological and radiological hazards construction and operation

Generation of dust in sensitive Works mainly of areas during construction. conservation, however dust emissions will √ occur during

construction which will be mitigated through suitably designed EMP Requirements for disposal of fill, √ excavation, and/or spoil materials? Noise and vibration due to No blasting activity is blasting and other civil works? proposed for the project. Noise level will slightly increase due to different √ construction activities

and it will be temporary and site specific. This will be mitigated by using PPEs, noise enclosures, etc. Long term impacts on ground Not applicable water flows as result of needing √ to drain the project site prior to construction. Long term impacts on local Not applicable hydrology as a result of building √ hard surfaces in or near the building? Large population influx during Large population influx project construction and operation during project that causes increased burden on construction will not be social infrastructure and services expected as local labour (such as water supply and will always get the sanitation system. preference. Construction camps (if established) will be provided with necessary √ water supply, sanitation,

storm water drainage, solid waste management etc. during the construction period and necessary provision for rehabilitation or restoration after completion of construction.

Social conflicts of workers from Not anticipated as local other regions or countries are labour shall be hired? preferred. Only for works of specific nature (restoration) shall be done by specialized √ workers. Considering

the magnitude of work, workers involved will also be very less. Migratory labour shall be deployed only in unavoidable circumstances. Risks to community safety Not envisaged caused by fire, electric shock, or √ failure of the buildings safety features during operation? Risks to community health and Not applicable √ safety caused by management and disposal of waste? Community due to both accidental and natural hazards, especially where the structural elements or components of the project are accessible to √ members of the affected community or where their failure could result in injury to the community throughout project construction

A Checklist for Preliminary Climate Risk Screening Country/Project Title: India/IDIPT (Loan No. 3223- IND)

Subsector: SAUD

Sub-Project: Development of George Everest Heritage Park, Mussoorie

Screening Questions Score Remarks Location and Is siting and/or routing of the project (or its 1 Project lies in Design of components) likely to be affected by climate Mussoorie. The whole project conditions including extreme weather related region is sensitive to events such as floods, droughts, storms, earthquakes and lies landslides? in zone IV. Would the project design (e.g. the clearance for 0 bridges) need to consider any hydro- meteorological parameters (e.g., sea-level, peak

Screening Questions Score Remarks river flow, reliable water level, peak wind speed etc)? Materials and Would weather, current and likely future climate 0 Maintenance conditions (e.g. prevailing humidity level, temperature contrast between hot summer days and cold winter days, exposure to wind and humidity hydro-meteorological parameters likely affect the selection of project inputs over the life of project outputs (e.g. construction material)? Would weather, current and likely future climate 1 Yes, maintenance of conditions, and related extreme events likely project related affect the maintenance (scheduling and cost) of facilities will be project output(s)? affected due to weather conditions. Performance Would weather/climate conditions and related 2 Yes, tourists flow will of project extreme events likely affect the performance be affected due to outputs (e.g. annual power production) of project weather conditions. output(s) (e.g. hydro-power generation facilities) throughout their design life time?

Options for answers and corresponding score are provided below:

Response Score Not Likely 0 Likely 1 Very Likely 2 Responses when added that provide a score of 0 will be considered low risk project. If adding all responses will result to a score of 1-4 and that no score of 2 was given to any single response, the project will be assigned a medium risk category. A total score of 5 or more (which include providing a score of 1 in all responses) or a 2 in any single response will be categorized as high risk project.

Result of Initial Screening (Low, Medium, High): Medium

Annexure-2 Environmental Selection Criteria (as per EARF table 6)

Component Criteria Remarks Overall 1. Will be fully consistent with The sub-project site is in Mussoorie selection management plans or master which is included in Zone 1 of the criteria plans for the area Tourism Development Master Plan and the proposed activities are fully consistent with the master plan. 2. Will avoid No resettlement and relocation resettlement/relocation. If involved as sub-project is planned unavoidable the extent of within the boundary of Park Estate resettlement will be minimized. which is under the ownership of Tourism Dept. (UTDB) 3. Will not result in destruction of or Mussoorie/ Binog WL Sanctuary is encroachment onto protected approx.1.04 km from project site. The areas, including National Parks. sub-project activities will not result in Sanctuaries, Conservation destruction of or encroachment on to Reserves and Community Protected areas, National Parks, Reserves, environmentally Sanctuaries, Conservation Reserves, sensitive zones and Biosphere community reserves, etc. reserves. 4. Will be in line with the Not Applicable Conservation Plan/management plan for the conservation and management of the Protected areas 5. Will promote tourism related Not Applicable activities in protected areas, in the zones earmarked for tourism development, the scale and extent of which shall be in line with the provisions in the Management Plan 6. Will not result in destruction of or The sub-project is aimed at repair and encroachment onto restoration of an age old heritage site archaeological and additional components to enhance monuments/heritage sites and its tourism potential. will be in line with the master plan proposals for the But the site is not ASI protected. conservation and preservation of the site/monuments 7. Will not involve major civil works Not applicable as the site is not ASI within the prohibited and protected. regulated areas, as defined in the ASI regulations, to minimize any potential impacts on safety to the structures/ monuments

Component Criteria Remarks 8. Will reflect inputs from public Meaningful public consultations have consultation and disclosure for been done from planning phase and site selection inputs have been considered in the project design. These have been detailed in IEE report. 9. Will not introduce any elements The sub-project will not introduce any or components that are invasive element or components that are upon the sanctity and invasive upon sanctity of cultural significance of the cultural heritage sites. There are no cultural heritage site, including large heritage sites in the vicinity of sub- scale commercial activities or project sites. creation of new land uses with potential to trigger induced development and land use changes around the sites 10. Will introduce landscaping No new/alien species shall be and other tourist infrastructure in introduced. line with the environmental landscaping will be done in due quality of the tourist consultation with the Forest Dept. destinations, such as landscaping in harmony with the natural vegetation and diversity and not encourage introduction of species that are invasive 11. Will not result in The sub-project activities will not development of physical impair the environmental conditions, infrastructure/ tourism amenities would rather support environment that would impair the management of the site due to environmental conditions due to regulation and ticketing at the site and lack of management capacities proper waste management provisions. or high O&M costs Provisions for O&M have been made in the DPR. The O&M responsibility will be entrusted to the executing department i.e., UTDB to ensure environment management sustainability. 12. Will reflect inputs from public Inputs from major stakeholders like consultation and disclosure for Forest Dept., Local Body (City Board), site selection GMVN, District Tourism Department and local population residing close to sub-project sites have been incorporated in the designs and planning. Conservation 13 Will observe the principle of not The project is aimed at repair and measures altering the historic condition and restoration in line with the and shall involve treatment of damage conservation plan.

Component Criteria Remarks excavation caused by natural processes and measures-in human actions and prevention of and around further deterioration, using both Cultural technical and management properties measures. and 14 Will promote in situ The project is aimed at repair and protected conservation and only in the face restoration in line with the Monuments/ of uncontrollable natural threats conservation plan. Structures. and relocation is the sole means of saving elements of a site may they be moved in their historic condition. 15 Will ensure that intervention be The project is aimed at repair and minimal. Every intervention restoration in line with the proposed shall have clear conservation plan. objectives and use tried and proven methods and materials. 16 Will ensure that physical The major objective of the sub project remains are conserved in their is repair and restoration/ preservation historic condition without loss of of historic setting of the George evidence. Respect for the Everest Building and the quality of its significance of the physical emails historic and natural environment, must guide any restoration. which has been adversely affected Technical interventions should not with time. compromise subsequent treatment of the original fabric. The results of intervention should be unobtrusive when compared to the original fabric or to previous treatments, but still should be distinguishable 17. Will ensure that the adaptive Adaptive reuse activities are in line reuse of any particular building of with the conservation plan of George monuments/structures does not Everest Building. intrude or induce impacts on other areas of the monument 18. Will ensure preservation of Project designs are based on traditional technology and conservation guidelines conforming to craftsmanship. New materials and Uttarakhand architecture, other techniques may only be used after reference codes including they have been tried and proven, Archaeological Survey of India and should in no way cause Guidelines, INTACH guidelines, etc damage to site. 19. Will ensure that the setting of The goal of the project is to undertake a heritage site be conserved. holistic revitalization and restoration of Natural and cultural landscapes the buildings and surrounding precinct that form part of a sites setting and enhance the standard of the built

Component Criteria Remarks contribute to its significance and and natural environment and its should be integrated with its precinct. conservation 20. Will ensure that during Not Applicable archaeological excavation care be taken to conserve the physical remains. A practical plan for the conservation of a site-both during and after excavation-should be submitted for all site programmed for excavation 21. Will ensure that treatment of Incidental landscaping of appreciation the cultural heritage site and its foregrounds with minimal interventions environs is a comprehensive will help enhance and appreciate the measure to prevent damage from historic built environment of the place. natural processes and human Also the landscaping elements will actions, to reveal the historic only utilize native species to protect condition of a site, and to allow its local biodiversity. rational use. Service building should be as far as possible from the principal area of the site. Landscaping should aim to restore the site to its historic state and should not adversely affect the site: contemporary gardening and landscape concepts and designs should not be introduced. Conservation 22. Will observe the principle of not The Sub project site is not an ASI and habitat adversely impacting the habitat protected area yet ASI provisions form protection quality of the protected area and the basis of design guidelines Project is an integrated conservation measures- in shall involve treatment of damage project aimed at restoring the historic and around caused by natural processes and character of the George Everest the natural human actions and prevention of Bungalow and precinct. No impact on heritage further deterioration, using both habitat quality is envisaged. assets and technical and management protected measures. areas. 23. Will ensure that intervention, in Additional civil works proposed are just form of additional civil works within to augment the existing ones for the protected areas, be minimal. holistic destination development. Every intervention proposed shall have clear objectives and use tried and proven methods and materials. 24. Will not open up new areas of Not Applicable tourist movement, including

Component Criteria Remarks opening up of new routes for boating in wetlands etc, especially in areas identified as core or zone identified for conservation in the management plan for the protected area. 25. Will ensure that the areas of Not Applicable. significant habitat diversity habitats are conserved in their natural condition. 26. The results of intervention Proposed interventions are as per should be unobtrusive when original fabric and architectural compared to the original fabric or character of the surroundings to previous treatments, but still should be distinguishable 27. New materials and techniques No new materials and techniques are may only be used after they have proposed to be used. been tried and proven, and should in no way cause damage to the site. 28. Service buildings should be as Shall be ensured far as possible from the principal area of the site. Water supply 29. Will be taken up from existing No surface water body/ ground water potable treatment systems nearby, facility is in the site. Water supply shall unless no such systems are be from tankers during construction as available in the vicinity. well as operation. Project only contains provision of water storage system and revitalization of existing rain water harvesting system at site. 30. Will not result in excessive Not envisaged as no surface water abstraction of ground water or body/ ground water facility is in the result in excessive groundwater site. pumping impairing ground water quality 31. Will ensure adequate Not Applicable, as no intake point or protection from pollution of intake water supply infrastructure is to be points created as part of this sub-project.

32. Will not result in unsatisfactory No water supply provision in the raw water supply (e.g. supply with project. excessive pathogens or mineral constituents) 33. Will ensure proper and Not much waste water generation adequate treatment and disposal envisaged due to operations of facilitates for increased volumes of subproject. Biodigester based toilet

Component Criteria Remarks wastewater generation facilities are planned for day tourists and adequate capacity septic tanks for tourists staying in star gazing huts. Sanitation 34. Will ensure that the site No water intake or usage point in the and toilet selection for the septic tank/ or premises. facilities any/ or any other treatment method proposed is not close to water intake or water usage points, or areas prone to flooding or water logging 35. Will ensure that sanitation Ensured and forms part of EMMP improvements proposed do not result in pollution of groundwater. 36. Will not interfere with other Will be ensured and since it is a utilities and block access to tourism project, no such nuisance buildings, cause nuisance to envisaged during the construction and neighboring areas due to noise, operation phases of the sub-project. smell, and influx of insects, The construction activities in the sub- rodents, etc. project are very minor and within the George Everest premises. 37. Will not impair downstream Not envisaged as biodigester toilets water quality due to inadequate are proposed for day tourists and sewage treatment or release of septic tank adequate capacity will be untreated sewage, provided for cottages. During construction phase existing sanitation facilities will be used. 38. Will not cause overflows and The existing septic tanks are of flooding of surroundings, especially adequate capacity, overflow and around the heritage sites with raw flooding not anticipated as sub-project sewage. activities will not increase waste water generation in significant proportions. The septic tanks will be emptied every quarter through a vacuum sludge truck. The responsibility of septic tank cleaning shall lie with the Management. Solid waste 39. Will ensure that the disposal of There is provision of waste management solid wastes will not result in segregation at source through degradation of aesthetics in the separate Bio-degradable and Non- vicinity of the proposed tourist Biodegradable Waste bins and areas suitable disposal arrangements 40. Will ensure buffer of greenbelt No such nuisance envisaged, since and earth works around the site to community is at appreciable distance. avoid nuisance to neighboring areas due to foul odor and influx of insects, rodents, etc.

Component Criteria Remarks 41. Will ensure that for composting Not Applicable pits for protected areas, the locations are devoid of any wildlife population, especially wild boars, porcupines 42. Will ensure any on site waste It will be ensured that solid waste is management done in compliance disposed off as per provisions of Solid with government regulations and in Waste Management Rules 2016. coordination with municipal Further on site waste management authorities. has been planned in due compliance with govt. regulations and consultation with the City Board. Mitigation measures relating to waste management during construction phase forms part of the EMP. Roads 43. Will ensure minimal clearing of Clearing of vegetation will be done vegetation only if necessary, after consultation with PIU. This forms part of contractor’s responsibility listed in the EMMP. 44. Will ensure no dislocation and No dislocation and involuntary involuntary resettlement of people resettlement envisaged as only repair living in right of way. of existing road is proposed. 45. Will not lead to alteration of No surface water body in impact surface water hydrology of zone. streams/waterways that may result in increased sediment load due to erosion form construction sites. Drainage and 46. Will ensure improvements are No alterations to the existing drainage flood identified to cater to the watershed patterns are expected due to project protection or drainage zones and not interventions. individual drains. 47. Will ensure adequacy of outfall Not Applicable of proposed drainage works, to avoid any impacts associated with flooding in downstream areas, or areas not covered 48. Will ensure effective drainage Drainage improvement works are of the monument area, and provide proposed for water disposal without for improved structural stability of causing damage to the foundation and the monuments wall of the buildings. These interventions shall rather improve the structural stability of the buildings. Development 49. Will ensure no deterioration of Any new growth or expansion will be of parking surrounding environmental within the regulations of Uttarakhand

Component Criteria Remarks and other conditions due to uncontrolled Tourism Development Board and local tourist growth around these facilities, Civic authorities. Proposed parking infrastructure increased traffic and increased facilities shall only systematize the amenities waste generation resulting from existing parking. Traffic increase on improved infrastructure facilities. account of sub-project operations will be insignificant. The sub-project will 50. Will not create structures or have a well-planned solid waste buildings that are physically or collection and disposal system visually intrusive, in terms of size, scale, location that shall have an Not envisaged. Project shall add to the adverse impact on the aesthetic aesthetic beauty of the site, which quality or the site, through careful presently is in dilapidated stage and in designs in terms of built form, utter need of conservation. construction materials etc.

Annexure-3 Site & Consultation Photographs

Site visit dt. 24.07.18 George Everest Bungalow

Trek leading to hilltop Consultation

Out House Ruins Bachelor’s Accommodation Ruins

Inside view

Kitchen Lobby

Bungalow Observatory

Proposed location For Star Gazing Huts Existing Road

Proposed Parking Observatory

Temporary Structure Mobile Food van at site

Consultation with Tourists at Site

Annexure-4 NOCs

Reference to the above mentioned NOC, joint inspection was conducted on 26.09.18. Proposed land for NOC is under Park Estate Mussoorie which is marked at s.no 89 in the gazette notification no. 2361/xiv-B-394-60 dt. 21.04.1966. The provisions of F(C)Act, 1980 are not invoked on the structures constructed prior to 1980. Besides this, any other non-forestry activities shall be provisioned under the said Act.

1. This is certified that George Everest House and land has been constructed before 1980 2. The ownership of the land is in the name of Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board after 1980. 3. Landuse is not registered in the records of Nagar Palika. 4. Map of Park House land is attached.

This is certified that George Everest House and land is registered in the name of Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board after 1980.

Request letter from UTDB to Divisional Forest Officer, Mussoorie for necessary support in clearance from MoEF for new works

Request letter from UTDB to Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) for NOC

Transcript Recommendation fro DFO and counter signed by PCCF WL/ WL Warden that the proposed subproject is not a part of Mussoorie WL (Binog) Sanctuary. The aerial distance of site from sanctuary is 1.04 km. Proposed subproject will strengthen the patroling done by the Forest officials to control forest fires, illegal hunting and result in effective monitoring. The subproject will also generate livelihood options for local community.

Hence proposed works being beneficial for the Dept. and local community, is recommended for construction.

Annexure-5 Joint Inspection Report

Transcript Joint Site Inspection Report (Officials of Forest Dept., Nagar Palika, MDDA and PMU, IDIPT)

S.no Activity Measurement Area (ha) Remarks Length Breadth 1. Trek Route 1500 2 0.3000 Stone/ slate flooring with

retaining wall and railing on the trek route 2. Cartographic 28 15 0.0420 Pre –fabricated installation Museum 3. Surface Parking 10 100 0.100 Surface dressing for open -1 parking 4. Surface Parking 45 23 0.1035 Surface dressing for open -2 parking 5. Star gazing 7 5 0.035 Pre –fabricated installation huts (10)

6. Cafeteria 13 12 0.0156 Pre –fabricated installation 7. Open Air 65 45 0.2925 Surface dressing and stone Theatre benches Total Area 0.8886 Details of Trees: There are 33 trees on the trek route and 31 on the site proposed

for star gazing huts. Besides this, no other tree is present at the site. No tree felling is envisaged. Park Estate Mussoorie is marked at s.no 89 in the gazette notification no. 2361/xiv-

B-394-60 dt. 21.04.1966. Hence the provisions of F(C)Act, 1980 are applicable on performing non-forestry activities.

Annexure 6 Attendance Sheets of consultation at George Everest Site

Attendance Sheets of consultation at George Everest Site dt. 01.12.18