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SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY FINAL REPORT

16-11-2018

KUMBALANGY – BRIDGE APPROACH ROAD

Notification Number : C3 – 60876/13 Dated 03.06.2018

District : Taluk : Fort Village : Kumbalangy

Submitted to

THE DISTRICT COLLECTOR

Ernakulam

SIA UNIT

Youth Social Service Organization (ysso) Social Service Centre M.A College P.O -686666 Ph No: 9446510628 www.ysso.net

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FORM NO.6 [See Rule 15(5)]

Chapter Contents

Project in detail Project and popular goals

The site

Search for alternative routes

Social impacts and mitigation steps

Detailed Project Description Background

Project Size, Location, Products, targets and costs

Details of environment impact assessment

Need for ancillary infrastructural facilities

The projects construction progress

Applicable rules and statutes

Team composition, Study Back Ground Approach and Methodology

Information about the study group

Sampling methodology used

Site visits and information dissemination

Description of public hearing

Summary of public hearing

Valuation of land Background

Land requirement for the project

Use of public land

Land already purchased 5

Previous transactions in the area

Assessment And Preface Calculations

Direct impact of the project

Family of scheduled tribes and other traditional forest dwellers who have lost any of their forest rights

Families which depend on common property resources which will be affected due to acquisition of land for their livelihood

Families which have been assigned land by the state government or the central government under any of its schemes and such land is under acquisition

Families which have been residing on any land in the urban areas for presending three years or more prior to the acquisition of the land

Families which have depend on the land being acquired as a primary source of livelihood for three years prior to the acquisition

Inventory of productive assets

Socio- Economic Design Preface

Population details

Religion

Married/Unmarried/Widows

Family set up

Education of the projects-impacted people

Employment –related data of the affected population

Utilisation of land and livelihood

Planning Of Counter – Approach to impact mitigation 6

Impact Implementation

Methods for negation,Mitigation and compensation of the impact

Social impact action plan Directorate and responsible officials directorate

Socal Impact Management Costs of all resettlement and rehabilitation costs Budget And Financing of Mitigation plan

Annual budget and plan of action

Finding sources with break up

Social Impact Management Key monitoring and evaluative indicators Plan Monitoring And Evaluation

Reporting mechanisms and monitoring roles

Plan of Independent evaluation

Analysis Of Costs And Final conclusion and assessing the aims Benefits Recommendation On Acquisition

Character of social impacts

Summary

Acknowledgment

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LIST OF TABLES

Table 3.6 Total Impact Due to the Project

Table 6.1 Affected people categorised by male and female

Table 6.2 Religious group

Table 6.3 Marital status of the project affected persons

Table 6.5 Educational attainment of the project affected persons

Table 6.6 Occupational pattern and non working status of the project affected persons

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LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure 1 (a) Gazatte notification()

Annexure 1(b) Notification (Malayalam)

Annexure 1(c) Notification (English)

Annexure 1(d) Draft notice copy

Annexure 2 Socio economic survey questionnaire

Annexure 3(a) Public hearing notification news (Mangalam, Metro Vartha)

Annexure 3(b) Notice to the affected families

Annexure 4 List of participants-officials and affected families

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CHAPTER – 1 PROJECT IN DETAIL

1.1 PROJECT AND POPULAR GOALS

Kumpalangi is a coastal village situated by the Arabian sea on the western border of . On the northern side is Cochin Corporation area, in the south is Ezhupunna Gramapanchayath of Alappuzha district, the eastern area is shared by Cochin Corporation and Gramapanchayat and the western part by Grama Panchayath. belongs to the Division of Coastal Region with its boundaries surrounded by the Vembanad Lake. The Perumpadapp– Ezhupunna Road that runs in the north – south direction through the centre of Kumbalangi village is the main road used for travel.

Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge approach road is an alignment to adjoin the two villages of Kumbalangi and Ezhupunna. The project is beneficial mostly to the people of Kumbalangi, for it lies isolated surrounded by the Lake. The Project is a broad step-forward to development for the people of the two villages.

Kumbalangi has never had any large or small scale industries. Nor has there been any employment opportunity for women. They solely depend on cities for jobs. So is the case of technical education. The Project has brought about great changes to the sufferings of the residents of Kumbalangi.

1.2 THE SITE

The area taken over for the Project is 00.00.65 Ars, at Kumbalangi Village, Cochi Taluk, Ernakulam District.

1.3 ALTERNATIVE SITE IN CONSIDERATION

Project having completed, alternative site was out of question.

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1.4 SOCIAL IMPACT

In order to counter the social impact by the Project legally and in way of compensation, the currently dependant Act, 2013 is adequate.

Mitigation Steps

Sl. No. Type of Impact Status Proposed mitigation Steps

1 Loss of land Yes Sanction fare compensation as per RFCT in LARR Act 2013

2 Probable loss of buildings Nill Not applicable

3 Loss of useful properties Nill Not applicable

4 Loss of livelihood Nill Not applicable

5 Loss of public services Nill Not applicable

6 Loss of Public land Nill Not applicable

7 Loss of public properties and Urban Nill Not applicable Services

8 Loss of cultural properties Nill Not applicable

9 Evacuation of Weaker Section Nill Not applicable

10 Loss of Religious Institutions. Nill Not applicable

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CHAPTER – 2

DETAILED PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 BACKGROUND

The road mainly used by the people of the locality is the Perumbadamp – Ezhupunna Road that runs through the centre of Kumbalangi Villages. Along with this, if a bridge with its approach – road becomes a reality by this Project connecting the two villages, it would definitely bring about great progress to the region’s farming, industry, fishing and coir manufacturing.

2.2 PROJECT DETAILS SUCH AS SITE, SIZE, PURPOSE AND COST

The project-site is 00.00.65 Ars of land at Kumbalangi Village, Cochi Taluk, Ernakulam District. Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge connects Kumbalangi Village with Ezhupunna Village which is on the western border of Alappuzha district. Land acquisition and construction activities have been done under the special Tahsildar, and the Public Works office Alappuzha.

2.3 THE PROJECT’S CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

The Project demands skilled and unskilled workers along with the modern equipment.

2.4 DETAILS OF ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Details of environment impact assessment is not necessary for Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge&Approach road Project.

2.5 NEED FOR ANCILLIARY INFRASTRUCTURAL FACILITIES

There is no much recquirement for any ancilliary infrastructural facilities

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2.6 APPLICABLE RULES AND STATUTES

 Rights Act (Central Govt.) For Fair Compensation, Transparency, Rehabilitation And Re-settlement For Land Acquisition Act 2013. (Central Govt.)

 The policy of the Revenue Dept; Govt. with regard to compensation and transparency in land acquisition.

 Right to Information Act 2005

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CHAPTER – 3

TEAM COMPOSITION, STUDY APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY

3.1 PREFACE

The purpose of the Social Impact Assessment is to account for the exact number of the project – impacted pieces of land and buildings and to find out the impact as well as preparing a plan. Data have been collected in the proper order by the current process from primary and secondary sources. As a part of the Assessment, the experienced Members of the Staff of the Unit have done a socio-economic survey.

3.2 INFORMATION ABOUT THE STUDY GROUP

By the leadership of the Executive Director of the Youth Social Service Organization who is the President of the Social Impact Assessment Unit, data collection and co- ordination for the Assessment were done by an 6 – Member Team who have a wealth of experience in conducting Various socio – economic surveys and impact assessment. Services of experts in the field of Development/Law were utilised in preparing the study and report. Besides, help of the representatives of Revenue Dept. was also useful in identifying the impacted areas of the Project.

Sl. No. Name Position Qualification Experience

1 Shiby Jose Team Leader MBA 10 years in Development Field

2 Kuriakose George Project Co-ordinator LLB 15 years in Development Field

3. Baiju P.T. Research Associate M.S.W 10 Years

4. P.C. Jose Research Associate M.S.W 5 Years

5. Sholy Research Associate M.S.W 5 Years

6. Nithin P.C. Research Associate MSW 1 year

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3.3 SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND THE PROCESS OF PLAN PREPARATION

Where physical or economic expulsion might have been effected, such an impact shall be assessed and the required rehabilitation plan shall be implemented. The counter impact plan shall ensure that those who lose their livelihood shall be re-settilement by no less means. Whilst preparing the Plan, the study team shall be mind the following necessary factors:-

1) Fair knowledge about the socio – economic nature of the impact. 2) Knowledge about the legal aspect regarding land – acquisition and compensation.

Fig: 3.1 Shows the study – approach and Project – methodology as a Flow Chart – Also, detailed accounts of the various phases of the study are given below:

Figure 3.1 –STUDY PATTERN AND MEANS

PHASE -1 ACTIVITIES PRIOR TO THE SURVEY

Document Assessment and Primary Primary Survey and Out-door work Discussions Starting

 Detailed assessment of Project  Primary Study

 Preparation of the Project Plan  Preparation and Inspection of

 RFCT in LARR Act – 2013 Survey Equipment

 State Law related to land requisition  Selection of Teams for data Collection  Discussions with the local Revenue officials  Finalization of Primary Report.

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PHASE -2 DATA COLLECTION METHOD AND IMPLEMENTATION

Project – impacted families/community Arrangements for Project implementation

 Training for Field Staff  Analysis of the legal policies and

 Data collection from the impacted regulations families  Discussions with the local Revenue

 Discussions with the related Dept. officials about the rehabilitation Plan Officials

PHASE -3 POST – SURVEY ACTIVITIES AND PLAN ANALYSIS

Data Tabulation and Plan Analysis Social Impact Assessment and Deliberation on Report

 Unification, editing and  Organising Public hearing

recording of data  Discussing the findings of the impact assessment  Finalising of social impact with the affected parties.

assessment Report  Sharing the anxieties of the parties with the  Analysis of Data obtained concerned authorities.

through Survey  Assessment and opinion of concerned officials

 Draft report of Impact  Incorporating opinions and submitting of Report Assessment and submitting

3.4 SAMPLING METHODOLOGY USED

Secondary source data was collected from previous studies and related departments. Awareness was created about the physical, social, economic, and cultural set up of the project area before undertaking detailed field investigations.

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3.5 VISIT TO THE AREA AND PROJECT PROPANGANDA

Prior to the detailed study of the Assessment, socio- economic Survey and initial study were conducted. Moreover, interviews with informants and their responses were documented. The Team had made the necessary additions and corrections in the interview-schedules.

The Team visited the Project – area on 10.6.2018 and identified the areas in the project clearly. Thereafter, talks to the people and a public meeting were arranged to increase awareness regarding the project among them.

3.6 TOTAL IMPACT DUE TO THE PROJECT

Name and address of person Survey No. Situation described Problem/Demand

Beena M.N. W/o K.L. 475/1-3 Loss of Land Sanction fare Sajeevan, 475/2-11 compensation as per Kampivelikkakathu (H) RFCT in LARR Act C.K Bharghavan Road 2013 Kumbalangi

3.7 SUMMARY OF PUBLIC HEARING

In connection with the land acquisition for Kumbalangi-Ezhupunna Bridge and Aproch Road Project, of the sites belonging to Kumbalangi Village, Taluk, a public hearing of the landowners before the authorities was held at the Kumbalangi Panchayat Hall at 11.00 am on 06 October 2018.

Kakkanadu Special Thahasildar (L.A), N.H. No.1, Sri. K.M. Eldho, Assistant Engineer Sri. Sachin M.S., Valuation Assistant Sri. Manoj K., Revenue Inspectors Smt. Simi J., Smt. Binu, Kumbalangi Village Sri. Sumith Mathew, Kumbalangi Panchayath Vice President Smt. Amala Babu and Members of the study Team of Youth Social Service Organisers were present at the Meeting.

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The land documents bare scruitinized by the Special Thahasildar. During the scrutiny, it was found that the area of land taken for the project and the area of the rest of the land is not matching with the land documents. Therefore it was decided that the taluk land surveyor should visit the project affected area and measure the land properly as per the land documents.

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CHAPTER - 4

VALUATION OF THE LAND

4.1 BACKGROUND

SIA – Unit conducted a socio-economic Survey of the Project – area in June 2018 involving the impacted families and individuals. Details of the family’s properties, income, livelihood and how the project would impact them could be learned through the Survey. Pre-prepared Questionnaire was used for the purpose. The main aim of the Survey was to assess the impacted family’s socio-economic structure, grading of the properties, right to the asset, probable effects of the impact, its depth, details of the affected properties etc. The major findings of the Survey and the depth of the problem are given hereunder:-

4.2 LAND REQUIREMENT FOR THE PROJECT

The proposed project of construction of Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge approach road shall require 00.00.65 hectares of land for the implementation of the project

4.3 USE OF PUBLIC LAND

Not applicable

4.4 LAND ALREADY PURCHASED

Not applicable

4.5 PREVIOUS TRANSACTIONS IN THE AREA

As per information given by the respondents no transactions had been taken place in the affected area for the last three years.

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CHAPTER -5

VALUATION AND CALCULATION

5.1 PREFACE

This chapter deals with the assessment of the impact and the loss of properties that the families incur directly or indirectly due to the project implementation

5.2 FAMILIES DIRECTLY IMPACTED Land take - over for the proposed project

5.3 FAMILIES OF SCHEDULED TRIBES OR TRADITIONAL FOREST DWELLERS FORFEITING RIGHTS None involved in the project impact.

5.4 FAMILIES DEPENDANT ON PUBLIC LAND FOLLOWING LOSS OF LIVELIHOOD DUE TO ACQUISITION

None involved in the project area.

5.5 THE ACQUIRED LAND HAD BEEN GIVEN TO FAMILIES AS PART OF THE WELFARE SCHEME OF THE STATE/CENTRAL GOVT.

Not applicable

5.6 FAMILIES LIVING WITHIN CITY AREA FOR 3 OR MORE YEARS PRIOR TO TAKE - OVER

Not applicable

5.7 FAMILIES DEPENDENT ON THE LAND FOR LIVELIHOOD FOR 3 YEARS AT THE TIME OF TAKE-OVER

Not applicable

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CHAPTER -6

SOCIO- ECONOMIC PLAN

This chapter deals with the present social, economic and cultural conditions of the impacted families. It gives details of population, economic activities of the weaker section among the society, livelihood of families, their socialisation and related matters.

6.2 POPULATION DETAILS

Table 6.1. By Gender

Gender Number Percentage Male 3 50

Female 3 50

Total 6 100

TABLE – 6.2 BY RELIGION

Religion No. of Family Percentage Muslim 0 0 Christian 0 0 Hindu 1 100 Total 1 100

TABLE 6.3 - MARITAL STATUS

Marital Status No. of People Percentage Married 2 33.33 Unmarried 3 50 Widow 1 16.66 Total 6 100 21

Above Table shows that 50% of the persons are unmarried, 33.33% as married and as a widow.

FAMILY SET-UP

Family model is Nuclear Family

Table 6.4 Educational Status

Education No. of Persons Percentage

Unlettered 1 16.5

Basic Education (up to class – 10) 3 50

Plus -2 0 0

Graduation 2 33.5

Total 6 100

Table 6.5

OCCUPATION DETAILS

Field No Percentage

Daily Labour 0 0

Private 0 0

Self-employed 1 16.66

Dependents 5 83.33

Total 6 100

Out of the total impacted 16.66% ie. Only 1 person is employed 83.33% ie. 5 persons are dependants.

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6.6 WEAKER SECTION

Out of the 6 impacted persons, 5 belong to weaker section and 1 is a widow

6.7 USE OF LAND AND LIVELIHOOD

There was no means of livelihood on the land; neither for agriculture, or industry nor any plan for such enterprise.

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CHAPTER – 7

SOCIAL COUNTER – IMPACT PROJECT EXECUTION PLAN

7.1 IMPACT MITIGATION APPROACH

The social counter – impact Project has been planned to thwart the adverse impact caused while undertaking land for the Project. The main demand of the affected parties is fair compensation. So, the amount of compensation for the acquired land or property was finalised in consultation with them. And the mitigation step proposed for the purpose is to pay the compension prior to the acquisition

7.2 STEPS FOR THE NEGATION OR MITIGATION OF THE IMPACT

Implementation of Act – 2013 that binds on fair compensation, transparency rehabilitation and Re-settlement in connection with land acquisition.

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CHAPTER – 8

SOCIAL COUNTER IMPACT PROJECT ESTABLISHMENT SET – UP

8.1 PROJECT ESTABLISHMENT AND RESPONSIBLE PERSONS

As per Act 2013 of land acquisition, the sole responsibility for devising the scheme for rehabilitation and re - settlement shall rest with the Administrator appointed by the Govt. The Administrator shall formulate, implement and supervise the scheme under him subject to the overseeing, guidance and control of the Commissioner of the Govt. for rehabilitation..

By way of compensation as per the 2013 Act, the impact of the proposed Project can be mitigated.

The following persons shall be included in the District level Committee constituted therefore, as per the Policy of the Govt. of Kerala, vide G.O. (Ms) No. 485/2015/RD 23/09/2015

 District Collector

 Administrator for Rehabilitation and Re-settlement

 Land Acquisition Officer

 Finance Officer

 Representative of authorities for financial decision – making

 Representatives of Local Self-Rule- (Monitoring of rehabilitation Plan)

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CHAPTER – 9

SOCIAL – IMPACT MITIGATION BUDGET

9.1 EXPENDITURE FOR RE-ESTABLISHMENT AND REHABILITATION

Not applicable

9.2 ANNUAL BUDGET AND PLAN DOCUMENT

Not applicable

9.3 FINANCIAL SOURCE BY SECTION

Not applicable

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CHAPTER – 10

SOCIAL – IMPACT ALIENATION PROJECT – SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION

10.1 SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION – MAJOR INDICES

Not applicable

10.2 REPORTING PATTERN AND SUPERVISING DUTIES

Not applicable

10.3 INDEPENDENT EVALUATION – PLAN

Not applicable

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CHAPTER – 11

ANALYSIS OF COSTS AND BENEFITS RECOMMENDATION ON ACQUISITION

11: 1 FINAL CONCLUSION AND ASSESSING THE AIMS

In fact, the Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge approach road Project is setting the main backup facilities to expedite future growth. Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge approach road is an alignment to adjoin the two villages of Kumbalangi and Ezhupunna. The project is beneficial mostly to the people of Kumbalangi, for it lies isolated surrounded by the Lake. The Project is a broad step-forward to development for the people of the two villages.

11.2 CHARACTER OF SOCIAL IMPACTS

Whilst facing opposition to such developmental projects due to their impact and to protect the interests of the affected that the RFCTLARR Act, 2013 comes to the rescue by guaranteeing fair compensation, transparent rehabilitation and re-settlement. Section-4 of the Act stipulates that public interests and social impact shall be assessed while taking over land for developmental projects in .

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CONCLUSION

Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge connects Kumbalangi Village with Ezhupunna Village which is on the western border of Alappuzha district...

The area taken over for the Project is at Kumbalangi Village, Kochi Taluk, Ernakulam District. No family loss is involved.

In view of the benefits that the Kumbalangi – Ezhupunna Bridge&Approach road brings about for the people, land acquisition was inevitable. It has to be borne in mind that the fairest solution to such undertaking is compensating the affected in a just and legitimate manner.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This study would not have been completed without the unlimited co-operation of several individuals and organisations. First of all, let us record our deep gratitude towards to authorities of the Revenue Dept. For having entrusted the task with the Youth Social Service Organization. We cherish with thanks the services of the Hon. District Collector and Member of the Staff who have rendered the required guidelines and support for the team in order for us to complete the Study Successfully

We express our deep thanks to How. Special Tahsildar (L.A.), NH No.1 Kakkanadu and the Staff for the vital information and technical advice related to land acquisition.

We would as well thank each and every Member of the staff of kumbalangi panchayathu for all the support. We are indebted to all the citizens of the project locality for their co-operation and assistance.

The Executive Director of Youth social Service Organization has served us all through the mission as the leading source of inspiration without the full and sincere support of each and every good soul cited above, this study would not ever have been fulfilled flamlessly.

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ANNEXURES - ANNEXURE 1 (A) GAZATTE NOTIFICATION (MALAYALAM) 31

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ANNEXURE 1(B) NOTIFICATION (MALAYALAM) 33

ANNEXURE 1(C) NOTIFICATION (ENGLISH) 34

ANNEXURE 1(D) DRAFT NOTICE COPY 35

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ANNEXURE 2 SOCIO ECONOMIC SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE

Socio Economic Survey for Social Impact Assessment Study

Land Acquisition for Kumbalangy-Ezhupunna Bridge Approach Road, Ernakulam District.

SIA Ref No Interviewer’s Name Survey Date Supervisor Name Data Entry Staff Name Date Entered Date Data verified by, and Date

Respondent’s Name Name of the affected person (if different from above) Address including PINCODE (Location in the Affected Area) Contact (Landline No.) Contact (Mobile No) Identity Card Details (any one id proof) Aadhaar No. Ration Card No. Passport No. Voters Id

Q.1 Identification Place/Location Ward No. Name of Panchayath

Q. 2 Respondent Owner Representative of Owner

Q. 3 Name & Address Owner Representative of the Respondent of Owner

ASSET DETAILS

Q. 4 Type of Property

Open Land Nilam Nilam Nikathu Purayidam

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Open Land Wet Land Others (specify) (Agricultural Land)

Q. 6 Name of title holder of the property (Specify the names of all the members specified as per the title deed) a) Communication Address (with PINCODE) b) Contact No c) Relationship with family head d) Acquisition by Hereditary Purchase Encroached/squatter Others (specify) e) Date of acquiring of the property (approx period) f) Details of transactions made on the property within the last three years Q. 7 Property Details a) Survey No (Mandatory b) Total Area (in hectares) c) Area Affected (in hectares) In case of more than one property please use additional pages

IMPACT

Q.8 Extent of acquisition Fully Partially Q. 9 Whether property viable after Yes No implementation of project Q. VULNERABILITY

Q. 10 Do you have Ration Card? Yes No If Yes, Mention Number Q. 11 Type of Ration Care BPL APL AAY

GENERAL INFORMATION

Q. 12 Size of Male Female Family/household (specify no of family members)

Family Joint Nuclear Individual Pattern

Q. 13 Hindu Muslim Christian Jain Others 41

Religious

Q. 14 SC ST OBC General Others Social Group

FAMILY MEMBERS – DETAILS

SL. Name Relationship Age Sex Marital Education Job Monthly Major No. with the Status Income diseases Head of the Completed Continuing family

Q. 15 Livelihood (Major Source of Income) of Family Yes No affected

Q. 16 Family Income & Source a) Family monthly income (in Rs.) b) Family monthly expenditure (in Rs.) c) Major Source of Income c) No of adult earning members d) No of depenents

Project Related Information

Q. 17. Are you aware of the proposed Kumbalangy- Yes No Ezhupunna Bridge Approach Road Project.

Q. 18 If yes, source of information

Newspaper Internet/Social media TV/Media Community members All of the above Other (Specify)

Q19. What is the positive or other impacts envisaged from this project development 42

Positive impacts perceived Other perceived impacts Increase in employment opportunities Loss of productive land for agriculture due to better access facilities Increase in movement in terms of Pressure on existing infrastructure facility and frequency Increase in economic and business Conflict with outsiders activities Increase land prices Increase in the density around the project area Improvement in the real estate sector Increased spread of communicable diseases and other vulnerabilities Better reach/access to larger towns Increase in rentals for tenants for both (health/education) residential and commercial properties Higher income from rental due to this Others (specify) ...... infrastructure development Others (specify) ......

Q. 20 REHABILITATION OPTIONS a) Owner

Equivalent/better productive land What is preferred rehabilitation measure Case compensation at replacement value Training for income restoration Other (Specify) ......

Additional information

Sign

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ANNEXURE 3(A) PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION NEWS (MANGALAM, METRO VARTHA) 44

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ANNEXURE 3(B) NOTICE TO THE AFFECTED FAMILIES 46

ANNEXURE 4 LIST OF PARTICIPANTS-OFFICIALS AND AFFECTED FAMILIES