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Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism – Tranche 2 Resettlement Plan (Due Diligence Report) Project Number: 40648-033 June 2014 IND: Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism – Tranche 2 Submitted by Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand This report has been submitted to ADB by the Government of Uttarakhand, Dehradun and is made publicly available in accordance with ADB’s public communications policy (2011). It does not necessarily reflect the views of ADB. Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) Due Diligence Report Document Stage: Due Diligence Report ADB Loan No: 2833INDTranche II (Project 2) Package No: UK/IDIPT/BHT/02 May, 2014 INDIA: Infrastructure Development Investment Programme for Tourism, Uttarakhand, SUB PROJECT: Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) During transect walks conducted in June, 2013, not a single person, structure; CPR could be identified to be impacted. According to policy and guidelines of ADB, it is therefore a category C subproject Prepared by the Government of Uttarakhand for the Asian Development Bank This DDR 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. Involuntary Resettlement Due Diligence Report 0 Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) ABBREVIATIONS ADB - Asian Development Bank AP Affected Person APD Additional Program Director BPL Below Poverty Line CBO Community Based Organization CLC City Level Committee CRP Common Resource Person DSC - Design and Supervision Consultant DDR Due Diligence Report DP Displaced Person DPR Detailed Project Report EA - Executing Agency EAC - Expert Appraisal Committee ESMC Environment and Social Management Cell GoI - Government of India GoUK - Government of Uttarakhand GRC Grievance Redress Committee KMVN - Kumaun Mandal Vikas Nigam IDIPT - Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism IR Involuntary Resettlement LAA Land Acquisition Act LGC Local Grievance Committee LSGD Local Self Government Department MFF Multi Trench Financing Facility MPR Monthly Progress Report NGO - Non-Governmental Organization NOC No Object Certificate NRRP National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy OMC Operation and Maintenance Contractors PAF Project Affected Family PAH Project Affected Household PIU - Project Implementation Unit PMU - Project Management Unit RP - Resettlement Plan SC - Scheduled Castes SDS Social Development Specialist SHG Self Help Group SO Safeguard Officer SPS - Safeguards Policy Statement ST Scheduled Tribe UTDB Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board Involuntary Resettlement Due Diligence Report 1 Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 3 A. BACKGROUND: ............................................................................................................. 3 B. PRESENT STATUS OF SITE: ........................................................................................ 4 C. SCOPE OF THIS REPORT: ........................................................................................... 5 D. REQUIREMENT OF DUEDILIGENCE REPORT .......................................................... 6 E. PROJECT IMPACT AND OUTCOME: ............................................................................ 6 II. SCOPE OF LAND ACQUISITION AND RESETTLEMENT ................................................. 7 III. INDIGENOUS PEOPLES ..................................................................................................... 7 IV. GENDER ISSUES ................................................................................................................ 7 V. PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS ................................................................................................. 7 VI. FINDING .............................................................................................................................. 8 VII. OTHER SOCIAL MEASURES AND RECOMMENDATIONS .............................................. 9 VIII. CONCLUSION ..................................................................................................................... 9 LIST OF ANNEXURE ANNEXURE I: LOCATION MAP ....................................................................................... 10 ANNEXURE II: LAYOUT MAP FOR COMPRESSORS LOCATION .................................. 11 ANNEXURE III: THEMATIC MAP ....................................................................................... 12 ANNEXURE IV: NOC FROM KMVN ................................................................................... 13 ANNEXURE V: NOC FROM IRRIGATION DEPARTMENT ............................................... 14 ANNEXURE VI: NOC FROM JAL SANSTHAN ................................................................... 15 ANNEXURE VII: NOC FROM PRIVATE STAKE HOLDER FOR ACCESS ......................... 16 ANNEXURE VIII: CONSULTATIONS WITH STAKEHOLDERS ........................................... 17 ANNEXURE IX: SCREENING QUESTIONS FOR RESETTLEMENT CATEGORIZATION ... .................................................................................................................. 24 ANNEXURE X: TRANSECT WALK SCHEDULE ............................................................... 26 ANNEXURE XI : PROJECT SITE PHOTOGRAPHS ........................................................... 28 ANNEXURE XII: SUMMARY POLICY FRAMEWORK ......................................................... 29 ANNEXURE XIII: CONSULTATION AND DISCLOSURE ..................................................... 31 Involuntary Resettlement Due Diligence Report 2 Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) I. INTRODUCTION A. Background: 1. The Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism Financing Facility (the Facility) will develop and improve basic urban infrastructure and services in the four participating states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand and Tamil Nadu tosupportthe tourism sector as a key driver for economic growth. It will focus on: (i) strengthening connectivity to and among key tourist destinations; (ii) improving basic urban infrastructure and services, such as water supply, road and public transport, solid waste management and environmental improvement, at existing and emerging tourist destinations to ensure urban amenities and safety for the visitors, and protect nature and culturebased attractions. Physical infrastructure investments will be accompanied by:(iii) capacity building programs for concerned sector agencies and local communities for better management of the tourist destinations and for more active participation in the tourismrelated economic activities, respectively. 2. Naukuchiatal Lake is also known as the ‘nine cornered lake’. It is believed that someone who can see all the nine corners of the lake at a glance attains ‘nirvana’, which refers to profound peace of mind. The underwater spring maintains the water level of the lake throughout the year. Tourists can enjoy activities like boating in Naukuchiatal Lake, and paragliding in the surroundings of the lake. Bhimtal, known for lakes, is a prominent tourist destination located at a distance of 4 km from here. Another prominent attraction is Sattal, a group of seven interlinked lakes, which is located at a distance of 6 km from Naukuchiatal. 3. The hills of Uttarakhand have been a favorite destination for the tourists of all spectrums viz, religious, education, natural, adventure etc. Naukuchiatal naturally attracts tourists being closest to Delhi and other parts of the country in the mountain ranges of Kumaon in Uttarakhand. Spectacular lake with lots of history attached to it is thus has great potential to earn revenue through tourism. 4. Location of the Project Site: The Naukuchiatal or the lake with nine corners is situated about 320 km from the Delhi and 25 km east of Nainital on BhowaliBhimtalNaukuchiatal road. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam (30 kms), while the nearest airport is Pantnagar (60 Kms). It is the deepest lake of Nainital district famous for its serenity and idyllic ambiance. Naukuchiatal Lake is considered as a perfect place for mountain biking, fishing and Parasailing. The banks of this magnificent lake offer a nice walkway with the colourful display of the most beautiful birds, orchids and flowers. At Naukuchiatal one can plan a lot of things like swimming, boating or meditation or else simply sit by side of the lake and switch out one’s imagination. The location map of project area is given in Annexure I. 5. Overview of the project area: The subproject area lies in Bhimtal block of Nainital District. There are five revenue villages situated in the immediate catchment of Naukuchiatal Lake. These are Thaplia Mehragaon, Bohragaon, Chanauti, Siloti and Naul. The population of these villages is about 1780 with a total no. of 377 households.. The demographic data of Nainital District and project area villages are summarized in the Involuntary Resettlement Due Diligence Report 3 Amelioration of Lake Naukuchiatal, (Nainital) Tables 1 and 2 respectively. Table 1: Demographic profile of Nainital District S.No Nainital Total House Population District holds Total Male Female SC ST 1 Rural 114954 582871 299257 283614 137906 5780 2 Urban 76429 371734 194409 177325 53300 1715 3 Total 191383 954605 493666 460939 191206 7495 Source: Census data, 2011 of Nainital District, Department of Statistics
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