Environmental Assessment Report
Final Initial Environmental Examination Project Number: 40648 August 2012
Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT)
Prepared by
Department of Tourism, Government of Himachal Pradesh
The initial environmental examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB’s Board of Directors, Management, or Staff, and may be preliminary in nature.
IEE: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple ______ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT DOCUMENT
Initial Environmental Examination Document stage: IEE for Submission to ADB for Approval Project Number: ADB Loan no. 2676-ADB Project 1, Subproject 2; Package 2.2 July 2012
Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT) – Himachal Pradesh Package No. HPTDB/2/2 Rest sheds, toilet facilities and view points along path from TRC to Temple
Prepared by the Government of Himachal Pradesh
This EMP 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.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT DOCUMENT
Environmental Management Plan Document stage: Final document submitted to ADB for approval Project Number: ADB Loan no. 2676-ADB Project 1, Subproject 2; Package 2.2 July 2012
Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT) – Himachal Pradesh Package No. HPTDB/2/2 Rest sheds, toilet facilities and view points along path from TRC to Temple
Prepared by the Government of Himachal Pradesh
This EMP 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.
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I. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT COMPONENTS A. Background 1. The Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT) envisages an environmentally and culturally sustainable and socially inclusive tourism development in the project states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttrakhand. 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 site improvement and sustainable development with extensive participation by the private sector and local communities. 2. Gateway Centers/Cluster Destinations include Chintpurni, Naina Devi and Kangra. Chintpurni town serves as the main gateway center for tourists moving into the destination, while Kangra is the main gateway center for tourist by air and moving into the area along NH20 from Pathankot on NH1A and from Shimla and Kullu via Mandi. In addition to serving a gateway role, these centers also function as important cultural and pilgrimage heritage centers that add significantly to their function in the destination. Chintpurni is one of the Shakti temple town Kangra has the historic structures such as Kangra Fort. These centers also offer scope for culture-based tourism (CBT), nature and adventure tourism in the vicinity of the main centers such as at Adie Himani and Sourav Vann Vihaar near Kangra. 3. In the above context, the overall design philosophy for gateway center and destination connectivity is to provide a coherent destination image reinforced by: (i) standardized and well located and maintained road signage, wayside and information facilities leading to the gateways and between these and the main attractions in the destination; (ii) good quality gateway center environments; (iii) well run public tourist facilities and services; and (iv) well conserved and facilitated cultural heritage and pilgrimage attractions. Activities include access and services such as rain shelters, view point and emergency healthcare facility. The developments at Kangra include an integrated Tourism and conservation plan for Kangra Town, tourist interpretation centre near Kangra Fort, directional and descriptional signages, basic sanitation improvements for Brajeshwar temple and develop community based tourism activities in Adie Himani and Saurav Vann Vihaar. 4. The improvements proposed for Chintpurni temple town in Sub Project 2 include the following packages: Package 1: Integrated car parking, interpretation centre and tourist infrastructure complex Package 2: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple 5. Prior to the loan processing, as per the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB’s) Environmental Assessment Guidelines, the sub-project components have been categorized as ‘B’ and an Initial Environmental Examination has also been carried out accordingly. 6. This Environmental Management Plan (EMP) outlines the specific mitigation measures needed to combat the minimal environmental impacts envisaged during and after the implementation of the Package HPTDB/2/2. This stand alone EMP has been prepared based on the detailed design of the facilities and at the time of project procurement would be duly appended to the Contract document to enable successful integration of environmental management during and after the project implementation.
B. Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints at Chintpurni – Package Description
7. The proposed sites for the ‘Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to
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Temple’ at Chintpurni are sited at government owned land at two different locations. These two proposed site locations are on the plots along the road that is reported to have been recently designated as NH 20A connecting Hoshiarpur/Jalandhar, Punjab via Mubarakpur, HP and Dharamsala/ Jwalaji Division. 8. The famous and much revered temple of goddess Chhinnmastika at Chintpurni is situated on this road at a distance of 3 km from Bharwain in village Chhapoh, tehsil Amb, district Una, HP. The temple was taken over by the government of HP under the HP Hindu Public Religious Institution and Endowment Act, 1984 on June 12th 1987 to better manage the temple affairs and to provide basic facilities to the huge number of devotees visiting the temple all around the year. 9. earthworks, civil works, etc.; and O&M impacts. Impacts associated with the operation and maintenance of the infrastructure established within the project.
Existing Rest Shed
II. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MESURES 10. The assessment of environmental impacts for the proposed interventions under this package has been carried out with respect to 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 impacts. Impacts arising from project design, including the technology used, scale of operations, discharge standards, etc.; Construction impacts. Impacts resulting from construction activities including site clearance,
The potential environmental impacts and mitigation measures for the proposed sub-project are described below: A. Land acquisition and Resettlement 11. The selection of the proposed sub-project locations was carried out according to the availability of suitable land close to the main road so that these are easily accessible to pilgrims and yet considerably away from the heavily congested core of the temple town thereby facilitating easy pedestrian movement in the area. There are no impacts envisaged due to any land acquisition or resettlement issues. B. Environmental impacts 12. Table 1 provides the potential environmental impacts and the mitigation measures including the affixation of responsibilities for implementing the same. Location impacts 13. As described above, the sub-project locations for the proposed development are situated along the recently designated NH-20 A connecting Jalandhar – Hoshiarpur - Dharamsala. In this respect, according to the stipulated byelaws applicable for the development of areas
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adjoining National Highways, a formal permission for the proposed development will be sought from the concerned authorities (Chief Engineer – National Highways, HPPWD). Since Chintpurni is a very small town and predominantly a pilgrimage centre, no master plan or development plan yet exist for the area and most of the building related activities are administered through a Special Area Development Authority functioning under the Town & Country Planning department of HP.
Design and pre-construction impacts 14. A No Objection Certificate (NoC) would be required from HP Irrigation & Public Health department as well as the HP Pollution Control Board prior to commencement of construction works on sites to obtain water supply and execute sewage disposal for the proposed facilities. 15. Considering the proposed building structures of the rest sheds and toilet blocks are meant to facilitate pilgrims as way-side amenities and are not permanently inhabitable buildings; only minor design related impacts are envisaged such as - maintaining aesthetic appeal of the structures by following local vocabulary in conformity to the traditional building style and ornamentation, appropriate design of waste water and sewerage system through localized septic tanks and soak pits for the proposed toilets; and increased surface run-off due to increase in hard surfaces for parking, walkways etc. will be mitigated through use of pre-cast inter locking paver blocks for the purpose.
Construction impacts 16. The impacts during the construction stage are generic to construction activities and expected to be insignificant due to extremely simple structural design elements. All construction activities to be undertaken at both the sites shall adhere to road safety aspects and minimize obstruction of any kind to normal traffic movement on the road. Hence, the EMP emphasizes that mitigation measures must be strictly followed by the contractor and supervised by the DSC. Key impacts during construction are envisaged on the following aspects: (i) drainage (ii) structural retaining of peripheral slopes on both sites (iii) prevention of air and noise pollution (iv) material and equipment handling especially welding sets and cutters on site, and (vi) safety precautions for workers as well as general public.
O&M impacts 17. Sanitary and Safe Disposal
According to the National Urban Sanitation Policy, Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India, 100 % of human excreta and liquid wastes from all sanitation facilities including toilets must be disposed of safely.
In order to achieve this goal, the following activities shall be undertaken:
Promoting proper disposal and treatment of sludge from on-site installations [septic tanks and soak pits as these have been planned at the camp sites]
The O & M Agency will ensure that all the human wastes are collected safely confined and disposed so as not to cause any hazard to public health or the environment.
The O & M Agency will promote proper usage, regular upkeep and maintenance of community and public sanitation facilities;
ULBs to provide or cause to provide, sustainable sanitation services delivery;
Implementation Support Strategy for Sustainability of O & M:
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Together with the Agency directly responsible for the O & M of the sanitation facilities provided support from other agencies directly responsible for sanitation including on-site sanitation, sewerage, water supply, solid waste, drainage, etc including the different divisions and departments of the ULB, PHED, will be accessed to expedite sanitation, health and hygiene matters. Additionally, all efforts will be made to involve the following:
NGOs working on water and sanitation, urban development and slums, health and environment; Representatives of unions of safai karamcharis, sewerage sanitary workers, recycling agents and kabaris; O&M Arrangements for all network, on-site, community and public sanitation facilities and systems (including transportation up to final treatment and disposal of wastes will be put in place; Fixing of tariffs and revenue collections in order to make O&M sustainable like pay and use the toilets and by charging parking fee for the vehicles to be parked on this site.
The O & M Agency will create a Task Force to make the rules explicit regarding: Safe sanitary arrangements at unit level [community, establishment) Designs and systems for safe collection Norms for transport / conveyance Treatment and final disposal
TABLE 1 below presents the envisaged environmental impacts and mitigation measures to be taken for the sub project 2.2 at Chintpurni.
TABLE1: Environmental impacts and mitigation measures – package 2 at Chintpurni
Environmental Issues Duration/Extent Magnitude Mitigation Responsibility measures Location impacts
Location impacts pertain to NOT APPLICABLE siting of improvements within the boundaries of cultural heritage destination/protected monument or ecologically sensitive areas
Impacts on archeological NOT APPLICABLE remains, if any, due to siting of project components in and around the protected monument/s
Planning to assure long term Permanent High Appropriate siting, PIU/DSC sustainability of the awareness generation for improvements and ensure visitors, efficient and protection of the assets participatory management created and the architectural involving local character of the surroundings stakeholders, incorporation of local architectural vocabulary Design impacts
Layout components to avoid Permanent Moderate Easy access, good PIU/DSC the impacts on sensitive areas circulation & large open landscaped areas
Slope stability related issues Permanent Moderate Appropriate design and PIU/DSC construction of peripheral
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Environmental Issues Duration/Extent Magnitude Mitigation Responsibility measures retaining walls
Increased storm water run-off Permanent Moderate Adequate surface gradient PIU/DSC from alterations to the site’s on site, pre-cast interlock natural drainage due to pavers and soft landscaping, excavation landscaping, proper works and/or addition of channelization of surface paved surfaces run-off
In areas of high water table, NOT APPLICABLE ensure that sewage treatment such as septic tanks, soak pits etc. do not impact the ground water quality Construction impacts Pre construction activities by the contractor Construction camps – Temporary Low Labour camps not Contractor/ DSC Location, design, site envisaged on or near the selection and layout site but if they are needed to be set up, they shall be sited at a safe distance from the main road Define construction work Temporary Moderate Fencing on road side Contractor/ DSC areas on ground for activities shall be installed prior to (within 200m of the construction work, instruct boundaries of the protected workers & suppliers to areas and archaeological adhere to work area limits monuments) and avoid idle parking on road side at all times Site clearing activities Confined work areas and including the delineation of Temporary Low regulated movement on DSC/Contractor/PIU construction areas site Removal of trees especially protected species for site NOT APPLICABLE clearing Drinking water & sanitation Make available potable Temporary Moderate water on site at easily Contractor accessible place during entire construction period Identification of debris/ Materials/debris to be construction waste disposal Temporary Moderate disposed off at pre- Contractor/PIU site/s designated sites Improper stock piling of Designated material construction materials cause Temporary Moderate dumping/storage points Contractor/DSC impacts starting from away from the road obstruction of drainage, disturbance, safety hazard to workers and visitors Quarry/borrow pits operations NOT APPLICABLE Stripping, stocking and preservation of top soil NOT APPLICABLE Soil erosion NOT APPLICABLE Blasting NOT APPLICABLE Soil and water pollution due to fuel and lubricants, NOT APPLICABLE construction waste Siltation of water bodies due Reuse of to spillage of construction Temporary Low excavated earth on site - Contractor/DSC wastes shall be utilized for formation of surface gradient, back-filling Disposal of extra material on designated dumping sites away from water sources Occasional sprinkling with Generation of dust Temporary Low water Contractor Noise from construction Temporary Low Proper maintenance of Contractor/DSC equipment and machinery vehicles & equipment Impact on air quality and
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Environmental Issues Duration/Extent Magnitude Mitigation Responsibility measures noise levels; congestion in NEGLIGIBLE public space due to construction activity, in the vicinity of the site/s. Material handling at site Use of personal safety Temporary Moderate gear like goggles, gloves & Contractor/DSC helmets etc Potential for benefit from Use of local workforce on employment for local people Temporary Low daily wages Contractor Need for temporary relocation of the non-titleholders and NOT APPLICABLE vendors within the existing tourism sites, mostly for commercial purposes, during the period of construction. Potential for accident and Confined work areas injury for construction workers Temporary Moderate Use of personal safety Contractor/DSC and public in construction gear like goggles, gloves & zone helmets etc Clearing of construction Adequate drinking water & camps and restoration Temporary Low sanitation though water Contractor storage tanks and mobile toilets O & M impacts Environmental conditions The parameters to be The tourism Temporary Moderate monitored, frequency and department will duration are given in the undertake seasonal monitoring plan monitoring of air, water, noise and soil quality through an approved monitoring agency.
Induced development around Integrated development Dept of Town & the tourism sites, due to Permanent High planning for high Country Planning, UD uncontrolled tourism tourist/pilgrim influx & Tourism development can cause congestion, increased pollution, and deterioration of destinations. Water logging within/around Regular site maintenance the subproject locations Temporary Low –checking and repairs Contractor once prior to and once after the rainy season Contamination of the water bodies due to lack of NOT APPLICABLE maintenance Proposed improved Regular site maintenance Dept of infrastructure and systems to Permanent Moderate –checking and repairs Tourism/Temple Trust be kept in order and functional once prior to and once after the rainy season Overuse of toilets and lack of Through outsourcing Temple Trust/Dept of maintenance Permanent High maintenance contracts Tourism/SHG and user fee Water supply & Sanitation due Proper solid waste Dept of to increased demand/use Permanent collection, safe disposal of Tourism/Temple Trust sludge from facility at Contractor/SHG regular intervals, occasional water quality checks in downstream locations/ ground water
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III. DESCRIPTION OF PLANNED ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
A. Environmental Monitoring Plan 18. Environmental monitoring is suggested to be done at three levels; namely - monitoring project performance indicators by the Environmental Specialist of the Design Management and Supervision Consultants (DSC), monitoring implementation of mitigation measures done by the Contractor; and overall regulatory monitoring of the environmental issues done by Environmental Specialist of the PMU. The environmental monitoring plan for the project is presented in Table 2. The proposed monitoring of all relevant environmental parameters, with a description of the sampling stations, frequency of monitoring, applicable standards and responsible agencies are presented therein.
Table 2: Monitoring Plan for Chintpurni Subproject 2.2 S. No. Attributes Stage Parameters Location Frequency Responsibility to be monitored
1 Air Quality Construction SPM, SO2, NOx, Entry/exit of Once annually Contractor, to be Stage CO the facility monitored through approved Monitoring Agency
2 Water quality Operations Total Dissolved Downstream of Twice annually Contractor, to be stage Solids TDS, pH the site near – May and monitored through value (hydrogen the soak September approved ion pits/septic tank Monitoring Agency concentration), Faecal Coli form
3 Noise levels – Construction Equivalent day Entry/exit gate Once annually Contractor, to be silence zones stage and night time to the facility monitored through noise levels (not approved to exceed 75 dB) Monitoring Agency
4 Drainage Operations Effectiveness of Entire site Twice annually Dept of Tourism/ stage drainage, water – May & Temple Trust logging, September Cleaning of drains
5 Survival rate of Operations Plant health, Landscaped Regularly for Dept of plantations stage manure, areas at both three years tourism/Temple watering, sites after Trust – through drainage completion contractor or Forest dept
B. Indicators and targets for environmental performance 19. The indicators and targets, with measurable outcomes for the various environmental provisions set forth in the EMP, are outlined in Table 3.
Table 3: Indicators and Targets for Environmental Performance during construction Indicators Parameters Targets Frequency Responsibility Remedial action Construction stage
Ambient Air SPM, NOX, SO2, NAAQMS, 2009 Once during Contractor, through Stricter Quality CO construction approved implementation of Monitoring Agency emission norms
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Indicators Parameters Targets Frequency Responsibility Remedial action
Water quality TDS, pH, Designated best Once during Contractor, through Identify source of Hardness, Faecal use parameters construction approved contamination & coliform, E coli Monitoring Agency treat effluent before discharge into receiving waters. For continued non- compliance, invoke penalty clauses
Dust suppression Frequency, timing No dust rising Once a week PIU through DSC Increase & location from construction during frequency site construction
Machinery noise dB (A) ˂75Db(A) at 1 m Once during Contractor, through Ensure free field from construction approved compliance, for M/C Monitoring Agency continued non- compliance invoke penalty clause
Occupational Plan covers all Compliance with Continuous Contractor Identify non- Health & Safety activities applicable labour compliance and (OHS) laws modify plan Management Plan
OHS Site maintenance, Compliance with Continuous Contractor In case of implementation medical facilities, OHS continued non- record instructions, compliance, signage invoke penalty clauses
Operations stage
Ambient Air SPM, NOX, SO2, NAAQMS, 2009 Once annually Contractor, through Stricter Quality CO during peak approved implementation of season Monitoring Agency emission norms
Water quality TDS, pH, Designated best Twice annually – Contractor, through Identify source of Hardness, Faecal use parameters May & September approved contamination & coliform, E coli Monitoring Agency treat effluent before discharge into receiving waters. For continued non- compliance, invoke penalty clauses
Ambient noise Eq day and night NANQS (National Once annually Contractor, through Identify source time noise levels Ambient Noise during peak approved and strictly Quality season Monitoring Agency regulate noise Standards) emissions
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IV. PLANNED CONSULTATION PROCESS
A. Process for Consultation followed 20. During project preparation, consultations were held with the HP department of Tourism, Temple Trust, District administration, NGOs, pilgrims and residents on issues pertaining to the selection of subprojects and identification of key issues including addressing the current gaps in provision of basic services and improvement of tourist infrastructure. These consultations provided inputs in identification of the felt needs of the local community and other relevant stakeholders. B. Plan for continued public participation 21. To ensure continued public participation, regular and continuous stakeholder participation at all stages during the project design and implementation is proposed. A grievance redressal cell will be set up within the PIU to register grievances of the people regarding technical, social and environmental aspects. This process will ensure that all views of the stakeholders are adequately reviewed and suitably incorporated in the design and implementation process. Further, to ensure an effective disclosure of the project proposals in the vicinity of the sub- project locations, project awareness campaigns will be carried out. 22. The PIU will submit to ADB the following documents for disclosure on ADB’s website: (i) the final IEE, (ii) a new or updated IEE and corrective action plan prepared during project implementation, if any; and (iii) the environmental monitoring reports. 23. For the benefit of the community the summary IEE will be translated in Hindi and made available at: (i) office of the PMU and (ii) office of the District Commissioner, Una. These copies will be made available free of cost to any person seeking information on the same. Hard copies of the IEE will be available in the PMU/PIU and DC’s office and shall be made accessible to citizens as a means to disclose the project impacts and at the same time creating a wider public awareness about the project and its implications for the stakeholders. A person seeking information can obtain a hard copy of the complete IEE document on demand from the office of the PMU/PIU, on a written request and payment of a token charge to the Project Director HP IDIPT. Electronic version of the IEE will be placed on the official website of the department of Tourism, HP and the website of ADB after approval of the documents by the same. The PMU will issue a notification on the disclosure mechanism in local newspapers, ahead of the initiation of the project, providing information on the project details such as project cost, start dates, estimated time to complete the sub-projects etc. The Public Information Forum suggested to be established under the Social Impact Assessment, if relevant to the project may be used for the wider information dissemination about the project.
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V. INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR REPORTING AND REVIEW
A. Institutional strengthening 24. The Department of Tourism (DoT), Government of Himachal Pradesh, is the Executing Agency. The implementing agency is the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Board (HPTDB). The project Management Unit (PMU) has been established in Shimla for the overall project management and Project Implementation Unit (PIU) has been established at Dhaliara in Kangra. An environmental staff is proposed to be deputed to the PMU, who will be responsible for implementation of the environmental safeguard provisions. Project Management Consultants (PMC) and Design and Supervision Consultants (DSC) have been recruited to provide assistance to the PMU/PIUs in project implementation. Within the PMC team, an Environmental Specialist provides overall direction for management of environmental and social issues, and provides technical support to the PMU including implementation of the environmental safeguards according to ADB requirements, and assist in monitoring impacts and mitigation measures associated with subprojects. The Environmental Specialist of the DSC team is responsible for preparation of the Environmental assessment documents in line with the EARF and supervises the implementation of the EMP provisions in the subprojects. The PMU, oversees the implementation of the environmental provisions related to subproject implementation, its responsibilities include preparation and updating of IEEs consistent with the ADBs Safeguards Policy Statement and the environmental compliance requirements of the Government of Himachal Pradesh and the Government of India. 25. The DSC Safeguards specialist supports environmental management functions including updating IEEs with respect to sub-project Environmental Management Plans, and assist in monitoring impacts and mitigation measures associated with subprojects. He/she will be required to include mitigation measures in designs where appropriate, and to specify other measures in construction contracts. Contractors will be required by their contracts to implement all specified mitigation, monitoring, and reporting assigned to contractors as presented in the EMP. Environmental monitoring will be undertaken by the PMU supported by the DSC - Safeguards specialist. 26. The project includes upfront1and ongoing supervision and training assistance for environmental monitoring reporting in project management structures. 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/DSC. 27. Towards addressing the environmental issues in the project components during design and implementation, the DSC will include provisions for inputs of an Environmental Specialist. In addition to addressing the issues related to environmental management in the project, the Environmental Specialist will play a central role in ensuring capability building on Environmental Management of the PMU/PIU, Contractor and Line Departments.
1Upfront capacity for environmental safeguards is ensured through bridging TA consultants hired to train and familiarize safeguards staff on the ADB SPS and other implementation requirements.
B. Training 28. The Environmental Specialist of the DSC will provide the basic training required for environmental awareness followed by specific aspects of infrastructure improvement Projects along with environmental implications for projects located within / in the vicinity of natural and cultural heritage sites. Specific modules customized for the available skill set will be devised after assessing the capabilities of the members of the Training Programme and the
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requirements of the project. The entire training would cover basic principles of environmental assessment and management; mitigation plans and programmes, implementation techniques, monitoring methods and tools. The proposed training program along with the frequency of sessions is presented in Table 4 below. This training programme is intended for the entire sub-project 2 and is not just specific to this package.
Programme Description Participants Form of Duration/Location Conducting Training agency Pre construction stage
Sensitization Introduction to Tourism/Culture/ Workshop Half working day Environment workshop environment: Temple Trust/Local Specialist of Basic concept of Authority DSC environment officials/engineering Environmental support staff and Regulations and Environment Specialist Statutory of PMU/PIU requirements as per GoI & ADB
Session 1
Module 1 Introduction to environment: Basic Concept Safeguard Regulations of GoI, HP & ADB Guidelines on cultural resources, environmental considerations in planning, design and implementing projects
Module 2 Environmental components impacted during construction and operation stages Pollution causing activities during construction and operation stages Environmental Provisions – Indicators, Targets & Remedies Implementation Arrangements – Monitoring & reporting/Roles & responsibilities Methodology of Assessment – Good engineering practices to be integrated into Contract documents
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VI. DETAILED COST ESTIMATES
29. As part of good engineering practices in execution of the project, there are several measures taken for prevention or minimization of environmental impacts such as erosion control, rehabilitation of borrow areas, safety, signage, provision of temporary drains etc. the costs for which will be included in the design costs of specific sub-projects. All mitigation measures proposed are incidental to civil works and need not be separately budgeted therefore these items of costs have not been included in the EMP budget. The EMP budget includes monitoring once during the construction and for a period of three years after the completion of the facility and capacity building costs during the pre-construction stage, the summary of which is presented below in Table 6.
Table 6: Environmental Budget S. No. Particulars Stage Unit Total Rate (INR) Cost (INR) number at both locations A Monitoring measures
Air quality Construction NA 1x2x1 5000.00 10000.00 monitoring
Operations 1x2x3 5000.00 30000.00
Water quality Operations NA 2x2x3 2500.00 30000.00 monitoring
Noise levels Construction NA 1x2x1 1000.00 2000.00
Operations 1x2x3 1000.00 6000.00
Drainage Construction NA 1X2X1 2000.00 4000.00
Operations 1X2X3 2000.00 12000.00
Plant & Operations NA 2X3 14000.00 252000.00 vegetation protection Subtotal A 346000.00
B Capacity (includes cost estimate for the entire sub-project and not just the Building package alone)
Sensitization Pre- Lump sum 100000.00 workshop construction Subtotal B 100000.00 TOTAL 446000.00
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Annex – 1: Contract Clauses 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for implementation of environmental provisions outlined in the EMP, in addition to adhering to all environmental provisions in the applicable specifications for the works as part of good engineering practice. 1.2 All works undertaken towards protection of environmental resources as part of the EMP and as part of good engineering practices while adhering to relevant specifications will be deemed to be incidental to works being carried out and no separate payment will be made unless otherwise specified explicitly. The costs towards environmental management as per EMP unless otherwise provided as a separate head, will be deemed to be part of the BoQ of the project. The scope of works of the Contractor towards the Implementation of the environmental provisions shall be as follows: 1.3 Abide by all existing environmental regulations and requirements of the GoI, during implementation. 1.4 Compliance with all mitigation measures and monitoring requirements set out in the EMP 1.5 Schedule of a method statement detailing how the subproject EMP will be complied with. This shall include methods and schedule of monitoring. 1.6 Monitoring of project environmental performance and periodic submission of monitoring reports at least once during the construction phase. 1.7 Compliance of all safety rules at work and provision of adequate health and safety measures such as water, food, sanitation, personal protective equipment, workers’ insurance and medical facilities. 2.0 MOVEMENT / CIRCULATION PLAN DURING CONSTRUCTION 2.1 For all construction activities in active tourist destinations, the Contractor shall prior to initiation of construction activities, prepare and get approved by the Engineer, a construction plan including the staging, sequencing of construction activities, circulation plans to ensure smooth movement to pilgrims and tourists, including provision of alternative routes, etc. The plans shall be disseminated at key entry points to these tourist locations. 3.0 QUARRY AND BORROWING 3.1 The contractor will identify and seek prior approval of the engineer for quarrying and borrowing operations. Quarry and borrowing will be carried only from locations approved by the engineer. Quarrying, if required in the project will be only from approved quarries and no new quarries will be opened for the purposes of the project. Any deviation from the provisions will be immediately notified and approval of the engineer is to be sought. 3.2. The Contractor shall maintain all borrow sites, stockpiles, and spoil disposal areas so as to assure the stability and safety of the works and that any adjacent feature is not endangered, and to assure free and efficient natural and artificial drainage, and to prevent erosion. Stockpiling of materials (topsoil, fill material, gravel, aggregates, and other construction materials) shall not be allowed during rainy season unless covered by a suitable material. Storage on private property will be allowed if written permission is obtained from the owner or authorized lessee. 3.3. Borrow areas and quarries shall be sited, worked, and restored in accordance with the specifications. Spoils shall be disposed of at approved disposal sites prepared, filled, and restored in accordance with the related specification requirements. 3.4. Following excavation works, the Contractor shall take all steps necessary to complete drainage and slope protection works in advance of each mining season. Erosion or instability or sediment deposition arising from operations not in accordance with specifications shall be made good immediately by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense. The Contractor shall take all steps necessary to complete drainage in advance of each rainy season in the areas excavated for borrow materials. 3.5. For excavation activities in and around the ASI or state protected monuments, the Contractor shall carry out the same only after duly obtaining permits/licenses for the same in line with the provisions of the legislations governing these activities in monuments.
4.0 DEBRIS DISPOSAL 4.1 The contractor will prior to start of construction and dismantling operations identify
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potential sites for disposal of hazardous construction debris, sites for general construction wastes and domestic wastes from construction camps. The contractor will obtain approval on identified sites from the Engineer of Supervision Consultant and disposal will be only after consent letter from the Engineer. 5.0 PRECAUTIONS FOR PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 5.1 The Contractor shall ensure that construction activities do not result in any contamination of land or water by polluting substances. 5.2 Unless otherwise provided in the specifications, the Contractor shall ensure that no trees or shrubs or waterside vegetation are felled or harmed except those required to be cleared for execution of the works. The Contractor shall protect trees and vegetation from damage to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 5.3 The Contractor shall not use or permit the use of wood as a fuel for the execution of any part of the works and to the extent practicable, shall ensure that fuels other than wood are used for cooking and heating in all camps and living accommodations. Any wood so used must be harvested legally, and the Contractor shall provide the Engineer with copies of the relevant permits, if required. 5.4 The Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to ensure that vegetation existing adjacent to the project site is not affected by fires arising from the execution of the contract. Should a fire occur in the natural vegetation or plantation adjacent to the project site for any reason, the Contractor shall immediately take remedial action. Areas of forest, shrub, or plantation damaged by fire considered by the Engineer to have been initiated by the Contractor’s staff or laborers shall be replanted or otherwise restored. 5.5 The Contractor shall confine operations to the dry season, use silt traps and dispose spoils in locations approved by the Engineer that will not promote instability and result in destruction of property, vegetation, irrigation and water supply. Disposal near wetlands, protected areas, and other areas that will inconvenience or deprive local residents of their livelihood shall not be allowed. Acidic and saline spoils shall not be spread into agricultural land. 5.6 The Contractor shall consult with local residents and local government before locating project offices, sheds, and construction plant. The work camps shall not be located near settlements, near drinking water supply intakes, protected areas, or wildlife habitats. 5.7 The Contractor will maintain ecological balance by preventing felling of trees, water pollution and defacing of natural landscape. The Contractor will, so conduct his cleaning operations, as to prevent any avoidable destruction, scarring or defacing of natural surroundings in the vicinity of the archaeological site. In respect of ecological balance, the Contractor will observe the following instructions. 5.8 In the conduct of cleaning activities and operation of equipment, the Contractor will utilize such practicable methods and devices as are reasonably available to control, prevent and otherwise minimize air/noise pollution. 5.9 All works will be carried out without unreasonable noise and air pollution. Subject and without prejudice to any other provision of the Contract and the law of the land and its obligation as applicable, the Contractor will take all precautions outlined in the EMP to avoid the air and noise pollution. 5.10 The Contractor shall monitor the environmental parameters periodically as specified in the monitoring plan and report to the Engineer. 5.11 The Contractor shall indemnify and keep indemnified the Employer from and against any liability for damages on account of noise or other disturbance created while carrying out the work, and from and against all claims, demands, proceedings, damages, costs, charges, and expenses, whatsoever, in regard or in relation to such liability.
6.0 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION 6.1 The Contractor shall, in accordance with the safety and health provisions specified in the EMP, provide workers with a safe and healthy working environment, in the work areas, through application of preventive and protective measures consistent with international good practice, as reflected in internationally recognized standards such as the World Bank Group’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines. The borrower/client will take steps to prevent accidents, injury, and disease arising from, associated with, or occurring during the course of work by (i) providing preventive and protective measures, including modification, substitution, or elimination of hazardous conditions or substances; (ii)
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providing appropriate equipment to minimize risks and requiring and enforcing its use; (iii) training workers and providing them with appropriate incentives to use and comply with health and safety procedures and protective equipment; (iv) documenting and reporting occupational accidents, diseases, and incidents; and (v) having emergency prevention, preparedness, and response arrangements in place.
7.0 POST CONSTRUCTION CLEARANCE 7.1 On completion of work, wherever applicable, the Contractor shall clear away and remove from the sites all constructional plant, surplus materials, rubbish, scaffoldings, and temporary works of every kind and leave the whole of the sites and works in a clean condition to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 7.2 Construction camp sites post construction shall be cleared as specified in the EMP and handed over to the Owner. It will be ensured by the contractor that the site handed over is in line with the conditions of temporary acquisition signed by both parties.
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INTRODUCTION
A. Background 1. The Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism (IDIPT) envisages an environmentally and culturally sustainable and socially inclusive tourism development in the project states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Uttrakhand. 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 site improvement and sustainable development with extensive participation by the private sector and local communities. 2. The improvements proposed in the Chintpurni destination, as part of the first PFR include the following: (i) Development of integrated parking, interpretation centre & tourism infrastructure complex & (ii) development of rest sheds, toilet facilities and view points along path from TRC to Temple. 3. As per the ADB’s Environmental Assessment Guidelines, and in line with the EARF for the project, all the sub-project components for the Chintpurni destination are categorized as ’B’ and an Initial Environmental Examination prepared. This Initial Environmental Examination assesses the extent of environmental impacts due to the implementation of the Package no. HPTDB/2/2, “Rest sheds, toilet facilities and view points along path from TRC to Temple”. The IEE is based on a review of sub- project site plans and detailed reports, field visit and secondary data to categorize the potential environmental impacts and discussions with stakeholders. 4. Based on the findings of the IEE, an Environmental Management Plan has been prepared. The EMP has been prepared based on the detailed designs and outlines the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the facilities included in the package. The stand alone EMP for this procurement package shall be appended to the Contract document to enable integration of environmental provisions/management actions during implementation. B. Purpose of IEE 5. The adverse environmental impacts for this contract package are primarily related to minor construction activity and operations & management of the facility post construction. No significant cultural or environmental impacts are envisaged at all. Therefore, as per the ADB’s guidelines, the sub-project components are categorized as ‘B’’.
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C. Environmental Regulatory Compliance
Sub-project title Applicability of Compliance crietria Acts/Guidelines
Rest sheds, toilet facilities and The GoI notification 2006 (and its This particular sub-project is not view points along path from TRC subsequent amendments in covered in the ambit of the EIA to Temple”. 2009) provides for categorization notification 2006 and as such no of projects into category A or B, government approval or based on extent of impacts. environmental clearances are required.
Safeguard Policy Statement Categorization of sub-project 2009, Environmental Policy & components into A,B or C and Operations Manual (OM)20: developing the required level of Environmental considerations in environmental assessment for ADB Operations each component. Categorized as B and IEE prepared.
Wildlife Conservation Act 1972 Not applicable and subsequent amendments for protection and management of protected areas.
Ancient Monuments and Not applicable Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 provides guidance for conservation of protected monuments of historic and cultural significance.
Water (Prevention & Control of Consent for Establishment (CFE) pollution)Act, 1974 and Air and Consent for Operation (Prevention & Control of (CFO)from HP State Pollution pollution)Act 1981 Control Board for installing sewage disposal system (septic tank/soak pits) and same from HP Irrigation & Public Health for water supply required.
6. The above Table indicates that the proposed sub-project does not need any environmental clearances from GoI and therefore no EIA is required however consent from HP PCB and HP I & PH will need to be obtained prior to commencement of construction works on site. 7. An EMP has been prepared for the contract package to describe the environmental impacts and their remediation during construction and post construction phases.
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II. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT COMPONENTS
A. First PFR sub-projects 8. Gateway Centers/Cluster Destinations include Chintpurni, Naina Devi and Kangra. Chintpurni town serves as the main gateway center for tourists moving into the destination, while Kangra is the main gateway center for tourist by air and moving into the area along NH20 from Pathankot on NH1A and from Shimla and Kullu via Mandi. In addition to serving a gateway role, these centers also function as important cultural and pilgrimage heritage centers that add significantly to their function in the destination. Chintpurni is one of the Shakti temple town Kangra has the historic structures such as Kangra Fort. These centers also offer scope for culture-based tourism (CBT), nature and adventure tourism in the vicinity of the main centers such as at Adie Himani and Sourav Van Vihar near Kangra. 9. In the above context, the overall design philosophy for gateway center and destination connectivity is to provide a coherent destination image reinforced by: (i) standardized and well located and maintained road signage, wayside and information facilities leading to the gateways and between these and the main attractions in the destination; (ii) good quality gateway center environments; (iii) well run public tourist facilities and services; and (iv) well conserved and facilitated cultural heritage and pilgrimage attractions. Activities include access and services such as rain shelters, view point and emergency healthcare facility. 10. Chintpurni destination improvements: Construction of an integrated parking, interpretation centre and tourist amenities complex in addition to development of rest sheds, toilets and view points along the pilgrim movement path to the Temple.
III. DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT 11. The subproject locations (in the south western part of the state) are in the relatively lower altitude districts of Himachal Pradesh, and include alluvial plains and Shivalik hills. The alluvial plains, mostly in the Southern fringe of the state are gently sloping, having been formed by deposits of the rivers flowing in to the Ganga plains, with an average elevation of 500m. Shiwalik hills occur in a wider zone in the southern and western part of the State, extending from the Yamuna River to the Chakki River. These low to medium hills are with a maximum elevation of 1500m. Longitudinal valleys known as dune valleys, have formed between the Shiwalik hills. These hills have been cut across by a number of rivers originating further up stream, e.g. the Ravi, Beas and Sutlej. Landslides, landslips, mudflows and flash floods affect this geomorphic zone in the rainy season. The entire region lies in seismic zone according to the seismic zoning atlas of India. 1. Climate ______IDIPT(HP) HPTDB/2/2 IEE: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple ______12. The climate of the region is sub-tropical. Summer season extends from March to mid of July and the monsoon is from mid-July to mid-September. The winter is mild and starts from mid December till mid March. The maximum temperature goes up to 45oC, whereas the minimum temperature recorded is 3.5oC in winter. The annual average rainfall during the last five years is 1207 mm. 2. Geology 13. The area forms a part of the Indo-Ganga alluvium. The Upper Shiwaliks and the Quaternary deposits constitute the main geological formations of the area. The Upper Shiwaliks comprise conglomerate beds, friable sandstone, silt stone and clay bed. Stray pebbles of limestone and sand stones are also present. Sand stones are soft and friable. Lumps of clay and pellets are also met within the sandstone. The sand stones contain a large portion of the mica flakes and concretions of clay, and are susceptible to weathering. 3. Soils 14. The soil found in the districts of Kangra and Una is generally brown, alluvial and greybrown podzolic. The soils are light textured with neutral pH with good fertility status. 4. Land Use 15. About forty percent of the total land area (5,74,700 ha) in Kangra district is covered by forests. Cultivated area is 21%. Barren and uncultivable land is 6%. Grazing land 7%, land used to non- agricultural purposes 13%. About 9% of the land area is cultivable waste land and fallows land is 3%. In the absence of a master plan for development or controls for development in the periphery of the Pong dam and sanctuary, unplanned development is witnessed in neighboring villages. 5. Groundwater 16. Valley areas in Kangra, Una and Hamirpur districts depend upon groundwater. Open wells, tube wells, infiltration galleries, and wells are modes of exploitation of groundwater. Traditional sources of water, such as springs, ponds, and ditches are also supplement water requirements in rural areas. There are a number of hot springs in Kangra district. 7. Vegetation 17. On the bank of the river Beas, the crops grown are wheat, maize, paddy, pulses, oil seeds crops, mustard and vegetables. Ranser Island within the Pong dam is dominated by Zyzyphus, Sisoo, Ficus, Guava, Silver Oak and Bamboo. 8. Ecological Resources and Biodiversity 18. The right bank of Beas has meager forests in small pockets, whereas the left bank from Dehra to Terrace area has linear strips of scrub forests. There are several tree species, which produce edible fruits for birds. There are also some submerged aquatic vegetation in the wetland providing suitable habitat for rare birds such as Moorhen, Jacana, etc. Main tree species of the area are Aceacia, Jumun, Sisoo, Mango, Mulbery, Ficus, Kachnar, Amla, Prunus, etc. Adatoda Vesica, Indigofera, Dodonea, Woodfordia, Ziziphus,Maurraya, Euphorbia, etc. and ______IDIPT(HP) HPTDB/2/2 IEE: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple ______grasses Saccharum species, Cymbopogan species, Eulopsis species, etc., and several subtropical climbers are also found in these forests. 9. Demographic Profile 19. Population of Kangra district was 1,339,030, as of 2001 Census. Urbanisation in the district is 5.4%. About 12% of the population is aged below 6 years. Tribal population is 0.1%. Sex ratio 1025. Population density 233. Literacy of the district is 87.1%; female literacy 73%. 10. Industries profile 20. The district is predominantly agrarian and around eighty percent of its population depends on agriculture and its allied activities for their livelihood. Tea cultivation plays a vital role in the economy. There are number of historical temples and tourist places in the district contributing for the growth of tourism industry. Adventure sports activities are carried out by Mountaineering Institute and allied sports, to strengthen tourism sector. 11. Physical Infrastructure Services 21. Department for Irrigation and Public Health (IPH) is responsible for water supply and sanitation. In the absence of an underground sewerage system in the district, there is a dependence on septic tanks. Local bodies in the districts are responsible for solid waste management. Many of the pilgrim temple and historic sites in the districts are in elevated locations with good natural drainage. Key issues pertaining to the drainage by in the cultural destinations include the choking of drains by deposited solid apart from improper drainage induced by landslides during the monsoon. 22. Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (HPPWD) is responsible for construction and maintenance of roads. Himachal Pradesh Transport Corporation operates buses to various destination of the state. Rail connectivity is via the scenic Kangra Valley narrow gauge railway from Pathankot just over the state border in Punjab. There are 13 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and 80 primary health centres run by the State Health department. IV. FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS 23. The proposed components under the package HPTDB/2/2 are in line with the sub-project selection criteria for the project. The sub-project conforms to all GoI and ADB regulations, standards including all necessary permits and clearances. The significance of the environmental impacts is minor that have been offset through provisions of proven mitigation measures at the design stage and adoption of good engineering practices during construction and implementation. The specific environmental management measures are laid out in the EMP and will be effective in mitigating impacts envisaged during the implementation as well Operations & Maintenance stages later.
IV. CONCLUSIONS 24. The IEE for the sub-project shows that the proposed sub-project components shall result in net environmental benefits and that any adverse environmental impacts can be addressed through proper ______IDIPT(HP) HPTDB/2/2 IEE: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple ______location, planning and design of the proposed sub-project; control of construction activities and mitigation measures. Further, the proposed designs have been consulted with the stakeholders and no significant issues requiring redressal in terms of Environment Safeguards exist.
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RAPID ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (REA) CHECKLIST
Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist for Buildings Instructions: (i) The project team completes this checklist to support the environmental classification of a project. It is to be attached to the environmental categorization form and submitted to the Environment and Safeguards Division (RSES) for endorsement by Director, RSES and for approval by the Chief Compliance Officer. (ii) This checklist focuses on environmental issues and concerns. To ensure that social dimensions are adequately considered, refer also to ADB's (a) checklists on involuntary resettlement and Indigenous Peoples; (b) poverty reduction handbook; (c) staff guide to consultation and participation; and (d) gender checklists. (iii) Answer the questions assuming the “without mitigation” case. The purpose is to identify potential impacts. Use the “remarks” section to discuss any anticipated mitigation measures.
Country/Project Title: India/Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism Sector Division: South Asian Urban and Waters Division
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 The Chintpurni Temple is almost 600 years ago, and is one of the Shaktipeeths and is part of the Pilgrimage Circuit in Himachal Pradesh. The proposed tourist amenities are around 500-1000m away from the main temple Protected Area Wetland Mangrove Estuarine Buffer zone of protected area Special area for protecting biodiversity Bay B. Potential Environmental Impacts Will the Project cause… Encroachment on historical/cultural areas? The proposed amenities and tourist facilities are away from the premises of Chintpurni temple, and there are no impacts envisaged Encroachment on precious ecology (e.g. sensitive or protected areas)? Impacts on the sustainability of associated sanitation and solid waste disposal systems? Dislocation or involuntary resettlement of people? The sites are identified on lands belonging to the Government, and there is no land acquisition envisaged. Disproportionate impacts on the poor, women and children, Indigenous Peoples or other vulnerable groups? Accident risks associated with increased vehicular traffic, leading to loss of life? Increased noise and air pollution resulting from increased traffic volume? Occupational and community health and safety risks? Risks and vulnerabilities related to occupational health and safety due to physical, chemical, biological, and radiological hazards during project construction and ______IDIPT(HP) HPTDB/2/2 IEE: Rest sheds, toilet facilities and viewpoints along path from TRC to Temple ______Screening Questions Yes No Remarks operation? Generation of dust in sensitive areas during construction? There are no major civil works proposed, and dust generation is not expected to be significant. Adoption of dust suppression shall ensure minimization of dust. Requirements for disposal of fill, excavation, and/or spoil Given that the location is on a hilly materials? terrain, there shall be need for cutting and disposal of spoil. Balancing cut and fill requirements shall minimize need for spoil disposal. Noise and vibration due to blasting and other civil works? Blasting not envisaged. Vibration related impacts minimal. Long-term impacts on groundwater flows as result of needing to drain the project site prior to construction? Long-term impacts on local hydrology as a result of building hard surfaces in or near the building? Large population influx during project construction and operation that causes increased burden on social infrastructure and services (such as water supply and sanitation systems)? Social conflicts if workers from other regions or countries are hired? Risks to community safety caused by fire, electric shock, or failure of the buildings safety features during operation? Risks to community health and safety caused by management and disposal of waste? Community safety risks 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, operation and decommissioning?
Climate Change and Disaster Risk Questions Yes No Remarks The following questions are not for environmental categorization. They are included in this checklist to help identify potential climate and disaster risks. Is the Project area subject to hazards such as The sub-project location is vulnerable earthquakes, floods, landslides, tropical cyclone winds, to earthquakes (seismic zone V) and storm surges, tsunami or volcanic eruptions and climate the design of the structure has been changes (see Appendix I)? worked out considering the seismic vulnerability in the area. Could changes in precipitation, temperature, salinity, or extreme events over the Project lifespan affect its sustainability or cost? Are there any demographic or socio-economic aspects of the Project area that are already vulnerable (e.g. high incidence of marginalized populations, rural-urban migrants, illegal settlements, ethnic minorities, women or children)? Could the Project potentially increase the climate or disaster vulnerability of the surrounding area (e.g., increasing traffic or housing in areas that will be more prone to flooding, by encouraging settlement in earthquake zones)?
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INVOLUNTARY RESETTLEMENT CHECKLIST
Involuntary Resettlement Impact Categorization Checklist and Screening Questions for Resettlement Categorization Probable Involuntary Resettlement Effects* Yes No Not Possible Remarks Known Will the project include any physical construction work? At two different site locations. Does the project include upgrading or rehabilitation of existing physical facilities? Are any project effects likely to lead to loss of housing, other assets, resource use or incomes/livelihoods? Is land acquisition likely to be necessary? Is the site for land acquisition known? Is the ownership status and current usage of the land known? Temple Trust, Chintpurni land (government land being transferred from HP PWD for two sites). Will easements be utilized within an existing Right of Way? Are there any non-titled people who live or earn their livelihood at the site or within the Right of Way? Will there be loss of housing? Will there be loss of agricultural plots? Will there be losses of crops, trees, and fixed assets? Will there be loss of businesses or enterprises? Will there be loss of incomes and livelihoods? Will people lose access to facilities, services, or natural resources? Will any social or economic activities be affected by land use-related changes? If involuntary resettlement impacts are expected: Not Applicable. Are local laws and regulations compatible with ADB’s Involuntary Resettlement policy? Will coordination between government agencies be required to deal with land acquisition? Are there sufficient skilled staff in the Executing Agency for resettlement planning and implementation? Are training and capacity-building interventions required prior to resettlement planning and implementation? *Whenever possible, consider also any future subprojects or investments.
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Probable Involuntary Resettlement Effects* Yes No Not Possible Remarks Known Information on Affected Persons: Not Applicable. Any estimate of the likely number of households that will be affected by the Project? [ ] No [ ] Yes If yes, approximately how many? ______Not applicable Are any of them poor, female-heads of households, or vulnerable to poverty risks? [ ] No [ ] Yes If yes, please briefly describe their situation ______Not applicable Are any APs from indigenous or ethnic minority groups? If yes, please explain? ______Additional Information Requirements for Private Sector projects: Not Applicable. [ ] Resettlement and land acquisition completed [ ] PSOD is lending to a Financial Intermediary [ ] Resettlement to be completed [ ] The project is an Equity Investment [ ] Project entails risk by association (e.g associated [ ] The project is a Partial Credit /Political Risk facilities are part of the project but not funded Guarantee by the proponent) [ ] Others, please describe______
HP PWD = Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES IMPACT CHECKLIST
Impact on the indigenous peoples (IPs)/Ethnic Yes No Remarks or identified problems, if any Minority (EM) Are there any IPs or EM groups present in the No The improvements in the Chintpurni rest sheds, project locations? toilets and viewpoints subproject proposal, do not envisage permanent land acquisition. There are no pockets inhabited by ST households. The ST population in the Tehsil is negligible and is only 0.004% of the total population. While designated as STs, they are mainstreamed and have no distinct characteristics compared with other residents at these locations. Do they maintain distinctive customs or economic No activities that may make them vulnerable to hardships? Will the project restrict their economic and social No activity and make them particularly vulnerable in the context of the project? Will the project change their socio economic and No cultural integrity? Will the project disrupt their community life? No Will the project positively affect their health, No education, livelihood or social security status? Will the project alter or undermine the recognition of No their knowledge, preclude customary behaviours or undermine customary institutions? In case no disruption of indigenous community life No as a whole, will there be loss of housing, strip of land, crops, trees and other fixed assets owned or controlled by individual indigenous households?
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