SIA-Final Report-Nettoor Boat Jetty-English
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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 -EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .................................................................................... 01 CHAPTER 2 -DETAILED PROJECT DESCRIPTION .......................................................... 03 CHAPTER 3 -TEAM COMPOSITION APPROACH, METHODOLOGY AND SCHEDULE OF THE SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT ............. 06 CHAPTER 4 - LAND ASSESSMENT ............................................................................................ 09 CHAPTER 5 -ESTIMATION AND ENUMERATION (WHERE REQUIRED) OF AFFECTED FAMILIES AND ASSETS .................................................... 11 CHAPTER 6 –SOCIAL ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL PROFILE (AFFECTED AREA AND RESETTLEMENT SITE) .................................. 13 CHAPTER 7 - SOCIAL IMPACT MANAGEMENT ............................................................... 15 CHAPTER 8 – SOCIAL IMPACT MANAGEMENT PLAN INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK ................................................................ 17 CHAPTER 9 - SOCIAL IMPACT MANAGEMENT PLAN BUDGET AND FINANCING OF MITIGATION PLAN…………………………………......... 19 CHAPTER 10 - SOCIAL IMPACT MANAGEMENT PLAN MONITORING AND EVALUATION ............................................................................................... 20 CHAPTER 11 - ANALYSIS OF COSTS AND BENEFITS AND RECOMMENDATION ON ACQUISITION .............................................. 21 ANNEXURES.................................................................................................................................................. 23 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty CHAPTER 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.1 Project and public purpose The proposed project is intended to construct Nettoor Boat Jetty. The term ‘Jetty’ will be renamed as internationally accepted term for boat station, ‘Pier’. Nettoor boat jetty is a minor jetty and will be implemented as Phase I development. The jetty is proposed to be developed as floating pontoon. Automated docking mechanism with smart jetty architecture is proposed for the jetty. The pontoon will have covered roof to create a passenger comfort ambiance. As per the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 Section 2-(1)-(b)-(vi), the project can be considered as a public purpose. 1.2 Location The land to be acquired for the proposed project is located in Maradu Village of Ernakulam District. 1.3. Size and attributes of land acquisition An extent of 12.6 Ares of land under survey number99/1 from Maradu Village of Ernakulam District is required for implementation of the proposed project. 1.4 Alternatives considered No alternatives are identified for the implementation of the project. 1.5 Social impacts The proposed project site is owned by Vimala Hridaya Matha Church. Other than 15 coconut trees, no structures are identified on the proposed site. Fishermen uses one portion of land to park their fishing boats. The owners of the land demanded fair compensation for the land and requested to allow fishermen to use the land. Centre for Management Development, Thiruvananthapuram 1 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty 1.6 Mitigation measures Though, by considering the following measures the authorities can mitigate and compensate the possible negative impacts of the land acquisition. Compensation for the land owners as per the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013. Resettlement and Rehabilitation procedure as per the Policy issued by Revenue(B) Department, Government of Kerala vide G.O.(Ms)No.448/2017/RD dated 29/12/2017 for the rehabilitation and resettlement package for land acquisition in the state in lieu of RFCTLAR&R Act 2013. Centre for Management Development, Thiruvananthapuram 2 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty CHAPTER 2 DETAILED PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2.1 Background of the Project including Developer’s Background and Governance/Management structure Often quoted as the Queen of Arabian Sea, Kochi is a major port city located on the south-western cost of India. It is a part of Ernakulam District in the State of Kerala. The city have a total urban population of more than 2.1 million within an area of 440 sq. km. as of 2011. Population growth rate of the surrounding municipalities and villages is more as compared to the urban area which in turn constitutes to increased traffic in commute between the mainland, nearby municipalities, adjoining islands and panchayats. Recent traffic surveys and studies indicates the rapid growth of vehicles in the city premises. This in turn increase traffic jam during peak hours. Kochi Metro Rail System was introduced to reduce private transport and encourage public transit. Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), as part of setting up of Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA-KOCHI), have initiated steps to implement a model transportation system for Kochi city region. Integrated Water Transport System for Kochi is been initiated to integrate the water transport system with other modes of transport 2.2 Rationale for Project, including how the project fits the public purpose criteria listed in the Act. At present several State Water Transport Development mainly operates water transport system in Kochi. In addition to this various private operators and localised jangar services operates service. Over the last decades the system have been deteriorated due to depleting number of boats, low quality of boats, lack of safety measures, poor assess of infrastructure to the jetties, etc. More than 20,000 passengers uses the services of present system on a daily basis of which more than 50% access water transport. It was also found through various surveys that more than 70% of passengers are willing to shift to water transport system for transit as it saves about 15 minutes in comparison with other mode of transport. Centre for Management Development, Thiruvananthapuram 3 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty As per the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 Section 2-(1)-(b)-(vi), the project can be considered as a public purpose. 2.3 Details of Project size, location, capacity outputs, production targets, costs and risks The implementation of the proposed project requires an area of 12.6 ares of land. The land to be acquired for the proposed project is located in Maradu Village of Ernakulam District.An estimated cost of INR 819.28 crores is expected to be the total cost of the project including land acquisition for all proposed boat jetties. Fig. 2.1: Photographs of Proposed Project Area Centre for Management Development, Thiruvananthapuram 4 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty 2.4 Examination of alternatives No alternatives is considered. 2.5 Phases of the Project Construction The construction of the project will be completed based on the approved plans. 2.6 Core design Features, size and Type of Facilities The existing jetty is built of cement and is in a decrepit condition. The term ‘Jetty’ will be renamed as internationally accepted term for boat station, ‘Pier’.Nettoor boat jetty is a minor jetty and will be implemented as Phase I development. The jetty is proposed to be developed as floating pontoon. Automated docking mechanism with smart jetty architecture is proposed for the jetty. The pontoon will have covered roof to create a passenger comfort ambiance. 2.7 Need for Ancillary Infrastructural Facilities Road access of the existing jetty is in a dilapidated condition. This will be rectified by providing adequate access roads with a minimum of 5 m width. Improved infrastructure facilities such as good lighting, security and safety assurance, etc., will be provided. 2.8 Workforce Requirements (temporary and permanent) Both temporary and permanent workforce will be employed with modern machineries and equipment at appropriate stages of the project implementation. 2.9 Details of Social Impact Assessment/Environment Impact Assessment if Already Conducted and any Technical Facility Reports No Social Impact Assessment/Environment Impact Assessment has been conducted previously. 2.10 Applicable legislations and policies The land acquisition for the proposed project is governed by the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act (2013) & Rules (2015) Centre for Management Development, Thiruvananthapuram 5 SIA of Land Acquisition for Nettoor Boat Jetty CHAPTER 3 TEAM COMPOSITION, APPROACH, METHODOLOGY AND SCHEDULE OF THE SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT 3.1 List of all Team Members with Qualifications The details of the team members involved in the SIA are given in Annexure III. 3.2 Description and Rationale for the Methodology and Tools Used to collect Information for the Social Impact Assessment An inclusive and participatory approach through involvement of multiple stakeholders such as elected representatives and project affected people including vulnerable sections such as Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, women, and those among below poverty line, at appropriate stages of the project. 3.3 Sampling Methodology Used Qualitative information was gathered along with the field survey through public consultation/Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with all relevant stakeholders. The public consultation encompassed the project components as well as its socio- economic impacts. The SIA team had preliminary discussions with the key officials of the district administration and gathered information regarding the status of