Table of Contents

S. No. Particulars Page No.

Section A- Form I A-1- A-17

Section B- ToR Letter &ToR Compliance B-1 - B-25

Section C- Environment Impact Assessment C-1 - C-212

Section D- Annexures D-1 - D-399

1. Board Resolution D-2

2. Earlier Environmental Clearance & Minutes of D-4 73rd EAC Meeting

3. Topographical Map D-12

4. Proposed Layout Plan D-14

5. List of Plant Machinery D-17

6. Land Papers D-32

7. MSDS D-40

8. Valid CTO D-72

9. Public Hearing Minutes by PPCB D-84

10. Approval of Conservation Plan D-128

11. Conservation Plan D-132

12. Final Certified Compliance Certificate D-194

13. Certificate of Plant Capacity From National D-200 Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Ltd.

14. Water Assurance D-202

15. Environmental Policy D-212

16. Health Reports D-214

17. Test Reports D-243

SECTION A- FORM I

Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

(I) Basic Information S. No. Item Details 1. Name of the project/s Expansion of Sugar Mill (7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s AB Sugars Limited 2. S.No. in the schedule 5 (j) 3. Proposed capacity/area/length/ tonnage Total Capacity after expansion: 12000 TCD and to be handled/command area/lease area/ cogeneration power plant of 37 MW number of wells to be drilled 4. New/Expansion/Modernization Expansion 5. Existing capacity/area etc., 7000 TCD and cogeneration power plant of 33 MW 6. Category of Project i.e ‘A’ or ‘B’ ‘B’ (As tenure of Punjab SEAC/SEIAA is completed hence applying at Industry-III (EAC)) 7. Does it attract the general condition? If No yes, please specify

8. Does it attract the specific condition? If No yes, please specify 9. Location Plot/Survey/Khasra No. Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur Village Randhawa Tehsil Dasuya District Hoshiarpur State Punjab 10. Nearest railway station/airport along Nearest Railway Station: Dasuya Railway with distance in Kms Station- 5.33 km NW Nearest Airport: Pathankot Airport- 49.69 km N Nearest Highway: SH-24– Adjacent to project area 11. Nearest Town, city, District Dasuya- 4.1 km Headquarters along with distance in Kms 12 Village Panchayats, Zilla Parishad, Municipal Corporation of Hoshiarpur Municipal Corporation, Local body (complete postal addresses with telephone nos. to be given)

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13 Name of the applicant M/s A.B. Sugars Limited 14 Registered Address C-1, Sector-3, Noida, Uttar Pradesh- 201301 15 Address for correspondence: Village-Randhawa, Tehsil- Dasuya, District – Hoshirpur, Punjab Name B.S. Garewal Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO) Senior Vice President Address Village-Randhawa, Tehsil- Dasuya, District – Hoshirpur, Punjab Pin Code 144205 E-Mail 0 Telephone No. 8872049333 Fax No. 01883-503510 16 Details of Alternative Sites examined, if No any. Location of these sites should be shown on a topo sheet 17 Interlinked Project No 18 Whether separate application of No interlinked projects has been submitted? 19 If yes, date of submission Not Applicable 20. If no, reason Not Applicable 21 Whether the proposal involves No approval/clearance under: If yes, details of the same and their status to be given. (a) The Forest (Conservation) Act, Not applicable 1980? (b) The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972? Not applicable (c) The C.R.Z Notification, 1991? Not applicable 22 Whether there is any Government No Order/Policy relevant/relating to the site? 23 Forest land involved (hectares) No 24 Whether there is any litigation pending No against the project and/or land in which the project is propose to be set up? (a) Name of the Court Not Applicable (b) Case No. Not Applicable Not Applicable

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(c) Orders/directions of the Court, if any and its relevance with the proposed project.

(II) Activity 1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.) S. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities No. /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 1.1 Permanent or temporary change in No This is expansion of an existing Sugar land use, land cover or topography Manufacturing unit on the same land. Change of including increase in intensity of Land use has already been done earlier. land use (with respect to local land Environment clearance had been granted vide use plan) letter no. J-11011/764/2007-IA II (I) dated 3rd ​ June, 2010 for 7000 TCD and cogeneration power plant of 33 MW on plot area 170 acre. 1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation No There will be no clearance of vegetation on and buildings? existing land for proposed expansion of the project. 1.3 Creation of new land uses? No There will be no creation of new land use as the land use has already been changed to industrial use. 1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. No Pre-construction soil investigation has already bore houses, soil testing? been carried out. 1.5 Construction works? No For the expansion part, only additional plants/machineries are required; hence, no construction will be done related to the process. 1.6 Demolition works? No Not applicable 1.7 Temporary sites used for construction No During expansion of the proposed plant, 50 Nos. works or housing of construction of contractor’s labour will be engaged. workers? As it is an expansion project of an already existing unit, 217 No. of employees are working at present and after expansion employee’s population will increase to 250 No. Residential buildings already provided for staff/labour in the premises. 1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or No For the expansion part, only additional plant / earthworks including linear structures, machinery are required; hence, no further above cut and fill or excavations

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ground building or excavation will be done related to the process. 1.9 Underground works including mining No Not applicable or tunnelling? 1.10 Reclamation works? No Not applicable 1.11 Dredging? No Not applicable 1.12 Offshore structures? No Not applicable 1.13 Production and manufacturing Yes The expansion shall involve manufacturing processes? process increase and the details for sugar production & co-generation are given in the Environment Impact Assessment Report. 1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or Yes Separate godown has been provided for the materials? storage for sugarcane. Separate raw materials storage yards are being provided with exhaust systems. Proper care is being taken and storage of all chemicals shall not exceed their threshold limit. This is being done with compliance to MSIHC Rules, 1989. Same shall be followed after expansion. 1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of Yes Installation phase: solid waste or liquid effluents? Domestic Solid Waste: Approx. 8 kg/day of municipal solid waste will be generated and shall be disposed off at Solid Waste Disposal Site. Liquid Waste: Approx. 2 KLD of waste water generated through labours which will be channelized to existing sewerage system.

Operation Phase: Municipal waste: 40 kg/day Municipal Solid Waste (Existing: 34 kg/day & Proposed: 6 kg/day) will be generated out of which 28 kg/day biodegradable waste will be disposed at Solid Waste Disposal site and recyclable waste of 12 kg/day shall be given to Authorized Recycler.

Process waste: Process waste includes Bagasse, Ash content, Molasses & Press Mud/Filter Cake. 3360 tonnes/day (Existing: 1960 tonnes/day & Proposed: 1400 tonnes/day) of bagasse shall be

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generated which is used as fuel in Boiler for the production of steam. Ash content of 50 tonnes/day (Existing: 29 tonnes/day & Proposed: 21 tonnes/day) shall be generated and disposed off to allocated site within the premises. Molasses of 540 tonnes/day (existing: 315 tonnes/day & Proposed: 225 tonnes/day) shall be generated which is used in the existing distillery unit in the premises. 504 tonnes/day (existing: 294 tonnes/day & proposed: 210 tonnes/day) of pressed mud/filter cake shall be sold out to the farmers and brick manufacturers. STP sludge shall be used as manure.

After Expansion, approximately 2000 kg/day (Existing: 1100 Kg/day & Proposed: 900 Kg/day) of ETP sludge shall be generated from ETP Plant respectively. It shall be stored in a separate room and sent to authorized TSDF.

Liquid effluents: In the existing unit, the total ​ waste water generation from the unit is 2142 KLD including 108 KLD of domestic waste water. Process wastewater is being treated in ETP of 3500 KLD & domestic waste waters in STP of 250 KLD. After expansion, total waste water generation will be 1222 KLD including 135 KLD of domestic wastewater which shall be treated in the existing ETP & STP. The capacity of STP & ETP will remain the same and will suffice for the treatment of increased waste water. Details of solid waste and liquid effluent management are given in the Section C (EIA Report). 1.16 Facilities for long term housing of Yes Existing: 217 no. of workers have been operational workers? employed as staff for the manufacturing unit. Installation Phase: Approx. 50 no. of local ​ labours will be employed for construction of the proposed expansion.

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After Expansion: 250 no. of workers will be ​ employed as staff for the manufacturing unit. Residential buildings have been provided for the staff. Same shall be followed after expansion. 1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during No Not required construction or operation? 1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne or other No Not required transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc? 1.19 Closure or diversion of existing No Not required transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in traffic movements? 1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or No Not required. pipelines? 1.21 Impoundment, damming, culverting, No Not required realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers? 1.22 Stream crossings? No Not required

1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water from No Extraction of water from ground is being done. ground or surface waters? Application for NOC from CGWA for the same has been applied. 1.24 Changes in water bodies or the land No There will be no changes in water bodies or the surface affecting drainage or run-off? land surface effective drainage or run-off. 1.25 Transport of personnel or materials for Yes In the existing unit, all raw materials are construction, operation or transported using road trucks/tractors from decommissioning? various parts of India. All the finished products are transported using road trucks to various parts of India. During the Installation Phase, adequate parking space within the project site for loading and unloading of materials will be provided. During Operation Phase, parking spaces within the project site for loading and unloading of materials will be provided. Same shall be done after expansion.

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1.26 Long-term dismantling or No None decommissioning or restoration works? 1.27 Ongoing activity during No No impact envisaged decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment? 1.28 Influx of people to an area in either Yes There will be a temporary influx of 50 nos. of temporarily or permanently? labour for installing the unit. During the operational phase there is already a temporary influx of approx. 217 people in the existing unit, after expansion approx. 33 more people will be added. So, there will be an increase in the influx of people to the area. 1.29 Introduction of alien species? No There are no alien species at the proposed site.

1.30 Loss of native species or genetic No There will be no loss of native species or genetic diversity? diversity. 1.31 Any other actions? No Not Applicable

2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply): S. Information/checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities No /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 2.1 Land especially undeveloped or No Change of land use has already been done. It is an agricultural land (ha) expansion of an existing unit. No further change in land use shall be there. 2.2 Water (expected source & competing Yes Uses: Process/ Boiler/ Co-generation, Cooling users) unit: KLD Tower, domestic purposes & Gardening. Water requirement: The present total water consumption is around 6166 KLD and the total quantity of water required after the proposed expansion is estimated as 7729 KLD. Water Management is given in Section C (EIA Report). 2.3 Minerals (MT) No Not applicable 2.4 Construction material – stone, No Only Additional plant / machineries are required aggregates, sand / soil (expected for expansion, but no further construction will be source – MT) done related to the process.

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2.5 Forests and timber (source – MT) No Not Applicable

2.6 Energy including electricity and fuels Yes (source, competing users) Unit: fuel Details Existing Total After (MT), energy (MW) Expansion DG Sets 1 x 500 kVA No Change and 1 x 725 kVA (Fuel-Diesel) Boiler 80 TPH and 80 TPH, 120 120 TPH TPH & 2 x 32 (Fuel-Bagasse) TPH (Fuel-Bagasse)

Power 10,000 KWh 13,500 KWh Requireme nt Generation 33 MW 37 MW from Cogenerati on Plant

2.7 Any other natural resources (use No None. appropriate standard units)

3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health. S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are Yes Phosphoric acid is only raw material which hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to is covered under MSIHC rules. human health or the environment (flora, Storage of Phosphoric acid shall not exceed fauna, and water supplies) its threshold limit, wherever threshold is exceeded Clearance shall be obtained as per MSIHC Rules, 1989. Details of these materials, their utilisation, storage mode and their threshold limit has been given in the EIA Report.

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3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or No Suitable drainage and waste management affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or measures shall be adopted which shall water borne diseases) restrict proliferation of disease- causing microorganisms.

3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by Yes The expansion of the project will provide changing living conditions? increased employment.

3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could No No vulnerable group of people will be be affected by the project e.g. hospital affected by the project. patients, children, the elderly etc., 3.5 Any other causes No None

4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month) S. Information/Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, No. confirmation wherever possible) with source of information data

4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes No Not applicable

4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or Yes Municipal waste: commercial wastes) Installation phase: Approx. 8 kg/day of municipal solid waste will be generated and shall be disposed off at MSW Site. Operation Phase: 40 kg/day Municipal Solid Waste ​ (Existing 34 kg/day & Proposed 6 kg/day) will be generated out of which 28 kg/day biodegradable waste will be disposed off at MSW site & 12 Kg/day recyclable waste will be given to authorized recycler. 4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Yes Hazardous waste generated includes used oil which is Hazardous Waste being given to authorised vendors for Management Rules) recycling/disposal. ETP sludge is being disposed of at the TSDF site. Same shall be done after expansion. 4.4 Other industrial process wastes Yes Process Existing Addition Tota Disposal Waste (Tonnes al after Method /Day) Proposed expansi (Tonnes/ on Day) (Tonne s/Day)

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Bagasse 1960 1700 3360 Used as fuel in Boiler

Ash 29 21 50 Ash shall be Content disposed off within the site and is used for levelling the area. Molasses 315 225 540 Used in Distillery for Alcohol Production

Press 294 210 504 It shall be Mud/Filt sold to er Cake Farmers and Brick manufacturer s.

4.5 Surplus product No Not applicable 4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge Yes STP sludge is non-hazardous and is being used as from effluent treatment manure. Same shall be followed after expansion also. ETP sludge (hazardous) & is being temporarily stored in site in closed containers. Approximately 2000 kg/day of ETP sludge shall be generated from the ETP after expansion and sent to authorized TSDF. 4.7 Construction or demolition No No construction will be done related to process; wastes hence, No Construction or demolition wastes shall be generated during construction phase. 4.8 Redundant machinery or No Not applicable equipment 4.9 Contaminated soils or other No Not applicable materials

4.10 Agricultural wastes No Not applicable 4.11 Other solid wastes No Not applicable

5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (kg/hr) S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

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5.1 Emissions from combustion of fossil Yes In the existing unit, the major air pollutants fuels from stationary or mobile sources are DG sets, Boiler (80 TPH, 120 TPH), sources chimneys & DG sets. For mitigation, ESP with Wet scrubber is installed on 120 TPH and 80 TPH boiler with stack height of 65 m and 50m respectively. 6m height above the roof level stack height has been provided for the DG set. After Expansion, a wet scrubber shall be ​ provided with a proposed 2x32 TPH boiler having 50 m stack height. The fuel of the boiler is Bagasse, which generates very less amount of ash. 5.2 Emissions from production processes No No major emissions are envisaged. The process emissions are controlled by providing a closed circuit for production. 5.3 Emissions from materials handling Yes Dust will be generated from the handling of including storage or transport sugar cane, ash generated, bagasse and transportation of raw material and finished products. 5.4 Emissions from construction activities Yes There will be dust generation during the including plant and equipment construction/Installation phase. Water sprinklers will be used for dust suppression. 5.5 Dust or odours from handling of Yes Dust is likely to be generated during the materials including construction construction/installation phase. Water will be materials, sewage and waste sprinkled and tarpaulin cover will be provided over stored raw material to reduce dust emission.

In the existing unit, Odour generated from press mud waste which is being used for manufacturing of Bio-compost from distillery spent wash after primary treatment. This bio-compost is being sold to the fertilisers. Now and after expansion, Press mud shall directly send to the brick manufacturers and farmers without storage in the premises. Also, Dust is being generated during handling of Ash. It shall be transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and to avoid air emission.

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Process wastewater will be treated in Effluent treatment plant. Odour problems occur through the process of production. Processing area has been properly ventilated to avoid the odour.

Same shall be followed after expansion. 5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste No Not Applicable as there is no incinerator 5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in No Bagasse is being used in the boiler for open air (e.g. slash materials, generating steam. Same shall be used in the construction debris) proposed Boilers as fuel. 5.8 Emissions from any other sources No None

6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:

S.No. Information/Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate confirmation quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data with source of information data 6.1 From operation of equipment e.g. Yes All the machinery has in built control for noise engines, ventilation plant, crushers and vibration. The DG sets have been kept in an acoustically treated room. Ear plugs & ear mufflers are being provided to the workers. The same shall be followed for machines & equipment for expansion also. 6.2 From industrial or similar processes Yes Heat is being dissipated from boiler during fuel burning. Cooling tower has been installed. Same shall be followed in the expansion. 6.3 From construction or demolition No No further construction or demolition shall be done. 6.4 From blasting or piling No Not applicable. 6.5 From construction or operational Yes Some amount of noise will be generated from traffic vehicular movement in the construction and operational phase & will be within permissible limit. Green belt has been developed at the periphery of the project site. 6.6 From lighting or cooling systems Yes From the cooling tower some noise is being generated. Proper management measures have been taken. 6.7 From any other sources No None

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7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea: S.No. Information/Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate confirmation quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 7.1 From handling, storage, use or No Raw material is being stored in a separate room. spillage of hazardous materials Used oil from machineries/D.G. Set will be stored in Steel drums and kept in proper rooms. It will be sold to authorized vendors only. Special care will be taken to prevent leakages and spills. 7.2 From discharge of sewage or other No In the existing plant, 3500 KLD ETP & 250 effluents to water or the land KLD STP have already been provided to treat (expected mode and place of process and domestic waste respectively. discharge) Treated waste is being reused in the premises for gardening. After expansion, the same shall be maintained. 7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted Yes All spillage control measures have been taken. to air into the land or into water All effluent is channelized to ETP. All the emission from the boiler is being passed through ESP and Wet scrubber for the treatment. All emissions and discharges will conform to the discharge standards stipulated by the regulatory authorities. Ash generated from the boiler is being disposed of in the allocated land. Same shall be followed after expansion. 7.4 From any other sources No Not applicable

7.5 Is there a risk of long-term buildup No Not applicable of pollutants in the environment from these sources?

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc Yes Bagasse and Molasses are more prone to fire, from storage, handling, use or which will be stored in separate room and production of hazardous substances

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adequate measures shall be taken to avoid fire explosion. Fire may result in loss of machines and the damage by fire may cause high economic losses. To prevent and control this damage all the raw material & chemicals have been stored in leak & fire proof underground MS tanks and a proper fire-fighting system has already been installed. Same shall be followed after expansion. 8.2 From any other causes No Not applicable 8.3 Could the project be affected by No The project site falls under seismic zone-IV natural disasters causing according to the Indian Standard Seismic environmental damage (e.g. floods, Zoning Map. Further it is not flood prone or earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst landslide prone. Hence, no risk due to natural etc)? hazards is Envisaged. However suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions will be adopted while designing the structures.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality S.No. Information/Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate confirmation quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data 9.1 Lead to development of supporting.

cities, ancillary development or No Roads, power networks exist in the area. For development stimulated by the waste water treatment ETP of 3500 KLD & project which could have impact on STP of 250 KLD has already been installed. the environment e.g.: ● Supporting infrastructure No Not Applicable (roads, power supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc.) ● housing development No Not Applicable ● extractive industries No Not Applicable ● supply industries No Not Applicable ● other No Not Applicable

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9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which No Proper care shall be taken to avoid any adverse could have an impact on the impact on the environment. environment 9.3 Set a precedent for later Yes It will be an Environmentally sustainable developments project. It will attract people to develop more organized type of industries. 9.4 Have cumulative effects due to No As the site doesnot have any major industry in proximity to other existing or 500 m radius and only agricultural land is planned projects with similar present, hence there would be negligible effects cumulative impact on the environment. (III) Environmental Sensitivity S. No. Areas Name/Identity Aerial distance (within 15 km.) from Proposed project location boundary 1 Areas protected under None None international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value

2 Areas which are important Water Bodies or sensitive for ecological Mirapur Minor 6.89 km N reasons-Wetlands, Dasuya Distributary 5.08 km N watercourses or other water Drain Near Jandaur 1.02 km N bodies, coastal zone, Drain Near Rice Mill 0.77 km S biospheres, mountains, Machhian Cho 8.33 km SSE forests Dafar Distributary 1.34 km E Odhra Talab 3.67 km NNW Forest PF near Gangian 0.82 km NNW PF near Ajmer 1.11 km NW PF near Khaiharwali 3.02 km NW PF near manak 8.02 km NW PF near Sarirpur 8.2 km N PF near sagran 8.44 km N PF near Mastiwal. 10.00 km SE

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3 Areas used by protected, Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife 23.86 km SE important or sensitive Sanctuary ESZ species of flora or fauna for Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife 23.96 km SE breeding, nesting, foraging, Sanctuary resting, over wintering, migration 4 Inland, coastal, marine or None None underground waters. 5 State, National boundaries Himachal Pradesh Boundary 21.11 km NEE 6 Routes or facilities used by NH 1 A 4.57 km W the public for access to Dasuya-sansarpur Rd 4.17 km N recreation or other tourist, SH-24 Adjacent to project area pilgrim areas Railway Station Dasuya Railway Station 5.33 km NW Airport Adampur Airport, Jalandhar 38.95 km S 7 Defense installations None None 8 Densely populated or Bhana 1.30 km SE built-up area 9 Areas occupied by sensitive Hospital man-made land uses Civil Hospital Dasuya 4.65 km NW (hospitals, school, places of Deep Hospital 4.98 km NW worship, community Chopra hospital 5.26 km NW facilities) Post Office Post Office in Berchha 2.48 km W Post Office in Bodal 3.25 km W Post Office in Bhana 1.61 km SE Post office in Jandaur 1.96 km NE Place of Worship Shiv mandir in Panwan 2.41 km N Mhakali Mandir in Japani 4.37 km NW colony Gurudwara in Bodal 3.01 km W Gurudwara Sahib 1.65 km SE School Govt High School Bercha 2.53 km W SVJC DAV public School 5.07 km NW Darshan Academy Bajwa 2.99 km NW Cambridge Academy school 5.94 km NW Bank

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Airtel Payment Bank 2.85 km W Yes Bank Dasuya Branch 5.41 km NW Bank of India 6.06 km NW 10 Areas containing important, None None high quality or scarce resources (Groundwater resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals) 11 Areas already subjected to None None pollution or environmental damage. (Those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded) 12 Areas susceptible to natural The project area falls in seismic hazard which could cause zone –IV. the project to present environmental problems (Earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, erosion, flooding or extreme or adverse climatic conditions)

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SECTION C- ToR LETTER & ToR COMPLIANCE

STATE LEVEL ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT AUTHORITY PUNJAB Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, New Delhi O/O Punjab Pollution Control Board, VatavaranBhawan, Nabha Road, Patiala – 147 001 Telefax:- 0175-2215636

No. SEIAA/2018/452 REGISTERED Dated: 09.04.2018

To M/s A. B. Sugars Limited, Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur

Subject: Issuance of TOR under EIA notification dated 14.09.2006 for expansion of sugar plant (7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD) and Co- generation power plant of 37 MW in Village-Randhawa, Tehsil- Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab by M/s A. B. SUGARS LIMITED (Proposal no SIA/PB/IND2/21656/ 2018).

This has reference to your application for issuance of ToRs for EIA study report to be submitted for obtaining Environmental Clearance under EIA notification dated 14.09.2006 for expansion of existing sugar plant from 7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD and for installation of co-generation power plant from 33 MW to 37 MW, located in the revenue estate of Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District- Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The project is covered under Category 5(j), of Schedule of the Notification – read as “Sugar Industry”.

The case was considered by the SEAC in its 162nd meeting held on 15.02.2018 and decided to categorize the project into B-1 and finalized & recommended "Terms of Reference" for preparation of the draft Rapid EIA report. The case was considered by the SEIAA in its 128th meeting held on 06.03.2018 and decided to accept the recommendations of SEAC and to issue the following Terms of References to the project proponent, as proposed by the SEAC, subject to the condition that if any violation of the conditions of earlier granted environmental clearance is received from MoEF&CC then the TORs issued to the industry will stand cancelled and any EIA study carried out by the industry will be at their own risk & cost:- 1) Executive Summary 2) Introduction

B-2 i. Details of the EIA Consultant including NABET accreditation ii. Information about the project proponent iii. Importance and benefits of the project 3) Project Description i. Cost of project and time of completion. ii. Products with capacities for the proposed project. iii. If expansion project, details of existing products with capacities and whether adequate land is available for expansion, reference of earlier EC if any. iv. List of raw materials required and their source along with mode of transportation. v. Other chemicals and materials required with quantities and storage capacities vi. Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous waste generation and their management. vii. Requirement of water, power, with source of supply, status of approval, water balance diagram, man-power requirement (regular and contract) viii. Process description along with major equipments and machineries, process flow sheet (quantative) from raw material to products to be provided. ix. Hazard identification and details of proposed safety systems. x. Expansion/modernization proposals: a) Copy of all the Environmental Clearance(s) including Amendments thereto obtained for the project from MOEF/SEIAA shall be attached as an Annexure. A certified copy of the latest Monitoring Report of the Regional Office of the Ministry of Environment and Forests as per amendment dated 07.09.2017 in its circular dated 30th May, 2012 on the status of compliance of conditions stipulated in all the existing environmental clearances including Amendments shall be provided. In addition, status of compliance of Consent to Operate for the ongoing existing operation of the project from SPCB shall be attached with the EIA-EMP report. b) In case the existing project has not obtained environmental clearance, reasons for not taking EC under the provisions of the EIA Notification 1994 and/or EIA Notification 2006 shall be provided. Copies of Consent to Establish/No Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in case

B-3 of units operating prior to EIA Notification 2006, CTE and CTO of FY 2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further, compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB shall be submitted. c) Permission from CGWA is required to be obtained by the promoter industry for the proposed expansion as it is a water intensive industry. 4. Site Details Location of the project site covering village, Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, Justification for selecting the site, whether other sites were considered. i. A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10km and site location on 1:50,000/1:25,000 scale on an A3/A2 sheet. (including all eco-sensitive areas and environmentally sensitive places) ii. Details w.r.t. option analysis for selection of site iii. Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners of the site. iv. Google map-Earth downloaded of the project site. v. Layout maps indicating existing unit as well as proposed unit indicating storage area, plant area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located within an Industrial area/Estate/Complex, layout of Industrial Area indicating location of unit within the Industrial area/Estate. vi. Photographs of the proposed and existing (if applicable) plant site. If existing, show photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in particular. vii. Land use break-up of total land of the project site (identified and acquired), government/ private - agricultural, forest, wasteland, water bodies, settlements, etc shall be included. (not required for industrial area) viii. A list of major industries with name and type within study area (10km radius) shall be incorporated. Land use details of the study area ix. Geological features and Geo-hydrological status of the study area shall be included. x. Details of Drainage of the project upto 5km radius of study area. If the site is within 1 km radius of any major river, peak and lean season river discharge as well as flood occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall data of the past

B-4 30 years. Details of Flood Level of the project site and maximum Flood Level of the river shall also be provided. (mega green field projects) xi. Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition is not complete, stage of the acquisition process and expected time of complete possession of the land. xii. R&R details in respect of land in line with state Government policy 5. Forest and wildlife related issues (if applicable): i. Permission and approval for the use of forest land (forestry clearance), if any, and recommendations of the State Forest Department. (if applicable) ii. Land use map based on High resolution satellite imagery (GPS) of the proposed site delineating the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more than 40 ha) iii. Status of Application submitted for obtaining the stage I forestry clearance along with latest status shall be submitted. iv. The projects to be located within 10 km of the National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Migratory Corridors of Wild Animals, the project proponent shall submit the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden-thereon v. Wildlife Conservation Plan duly authenticated by the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Government for conservation of Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the study area vi. Copy of application submitted for clearance under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, to the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife 6. Environmental Status i. Determination of atmospheric inversion level at the project site and site- specific micrometeorological data using temperature, relative humidity, hourly wind speed and direction and rainfall. ii. AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and other parameters relevant to the project shall be collected. The monitoring stations shall be based CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre-dominant wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including reserved forests.

B-5 iii. Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 weeks of all stations as per frequency given in the NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along with - min., max., average and 98% values for each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report. iv. Surface water quality of nearby River (100m upstream and downstream of discharge point) and other surface drains at eight locations as per CPCB/ MoEF&CC guidelines. v. Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch of river identified by the CPCB/MoEF&CC, if yes give details. vi. Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 locations shall be included. vii. Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the study area. viii. Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines. ix. Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, frequency of vehicles for transportation of materials, additional traffic due to proposed project, parking arrangement etc. x. Detailed description of flora and fauna (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study area shall be given with special reference to rare, endemic and endangered species. If Schedule fauna are found within the study area, a Wildlife Conservation Plan shall be prepared and furnished. xi. Socio-economic status of the study area. xii. Compliance of CPCB directions issued in Jan 2016 shall be mentioned in the EIA report. For points from sr. no. i to xi, the project proponent is allowed to use the baseline data of the period from Oct.2017 to December 2017 with the condition that they will carry one month additional study for collecting additional baseline data including monitoring of Ground water from minimum depth to maximum depth in the core Zone at minimum 5 stations as well as in the buffer Zone at minimum seven stations for preparing EIA report.

7. Impact and Environment Management Plan i. Assessment of ground level concentration of pollutants from the stack emission based on site-specific meteorological features. In case the project is located on a hilly terrain, the AQIP Modelling shall be done using inputs of the specific terrain characteristics for determining the potential impacts of the project on the AAQ. Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area shall be assessed. Details of the model used and the input data used for modelling shall also be provided. The air

B-6 quality contours shall be plotted on a location map showing the location of project site, habitation nearby, sensitive receptors, if any. ii. Water Quality modelling - in case of discharge in water body iii. Impact of the transport of the raw materials and end products on the surrounding environment shall be assessed and provided. In this regard, options for transport of raw materials and finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or rail-cum road transport or conveyor-cum-rail transport shall be examined. iv. A note on treatment of wastewater from different plant operations, extent recycled and reused for different purposes shall be included. Complete scheme of effluent treatment. Characteristics of untreated and treated effluent to meet the prescribed standards of discharge under E(P) Rules. v. Details of stack emission and action plan for control of emissions to meet standards. vi. Measures for fugitive emission control vii. Details of hazardous waste generation and their storage, utilization and management. Copies of MOU regarding utilization of solid and hazardous waste in cement plant shall also be included. EMP shall include the concept of waste-minimization, recycle/reuse/recover techniques, Energy conservation, and natural resource conservation. viii. Proper utilization of fly ash shall be ensured as per Fly Ash Notification, 2009. A detailed plan of action shall be provided. ix. Action plan for the green belt development plan in 33 % area i.e. land with not less than 1,500 trees per ha. Giving details of species, width of plantation, planning schedule etc. shall be included. The green belt shall be around the project boundary and a scheme for greening of the roads used for the project shall also be incorporated. x. Action plan for rainwater harvesting measures at plant site shall be submitted to harvest rainwater from the roof tops and storm water drains to recharge the ground water and also to use for the various activities at the project site to conserve fresh water and reduce the water requirement from other sources.

B-7 xi. Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for environmental pollution control measures shall be included. xii. Action plan for post-project environmental monitoring shall be submitted xii. Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and Man-made) Preparedness and Emergency Management Plan including Risk Assessment and damage control. Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management Plan. 8. Occupational health i. Plan and fund allocation to ensure the occupational health & safety of all contract and casual workers ii. Details of exposure specific health status evaluation of worker. If the workers' health is being evaluated by pre designed format, chest x rays, Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision testing (Far & Near vision, colour vision and any other ocular defect) ECG, during pre placement and periodical examinations give the details of the same. Details regarding last month analyzed data of above mentioned parameters as per age, sex, duration of exposure and department wise. iii. Details of existing Occupational & Safety Hazards. What are the exposure levels of hazards and whether they are within Permissible Exposure level (PEL). If these are not within PEL, what measures the company has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be preserved, iv. Annual report of heath status of workers with special reference to Occupational Health and Safety. 9. Corporate Environment Policy i. Does the company have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its Board of Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA report. ii. Does the Environment Policy prescribe for standard operating process / procedures to bring into focus any infringement / deviation / violation of the environmental or forest norms / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA.

B-8 iii. What is the hierarchical system or Administrative order of the company to deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the environmental clearance conditions? Details of this system may be given. iv. Does the company have system of reporting of non compliances / violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the company and / or shareholders or stakeholders at large? This reporting mechanism shall be detailed in the EIA report 10) Details regarding infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom etc. to be provided to the labour force during construction as well as to the casual workers including truck drivers during operation phase. 11. Enterprise Social Commitment (ESC) i. Adequate funds (at least 2.5 % of the project cost) shall be earmarked towards the Enterprise Social Commitment based on Public Hearing issues and item-wise details along with time bound action plan shall be included. Socio-economic development activities need to be elaborated upon. 12) Any litigation pending against the project and/or any direction/order passed by any Court of Law against the project, if so, details thereof shall also be included. Has the unit received any notice under the Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts? If so, details thereof and compliance /ATR to the notice(s) and present status of the case. 13) A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance of above TOR. B.SPECIFIC TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR EIA STUDIES FOR SUGAR INDUSTRY 1. Complete process flow diagram describing each unit, its processes and operations in production of sugar, along with material and energy inputs and outputs (material and energy balance). 2. Details on water balance including quantity of effluent generated, recycled & reused. Effort stominimize effluent is charge and to maintain quality of receiving water body. 3. Details of effluent treatment plant, inlet and treated water quality with specific efficiency of each treatment unit in reduction in respect to fall concerned / regulated environmental parameters.

B-9 4. Number of working days of the sugar production unit. 5. Details of the use of steam from the boiler. 6. Details of proposed source-specific pollution control schemes and equipments to meet the national standards. 7. Collection, storage, handling and transportation of molasses, 8. Collection, storage and handling of bagasse and press mud. 9. Fly ash management plan for coal based and bagasse and action plan 10. Details on water quality parameter such as Temperature, Colour, pH, BOD, COD, Total Kjeldhal Nitrogen, Phosphates, Oil & Grease, Total Suspended Solids, Total Coli form bacteria etc. 10. Details on existing ambient air quality and expected, stack and fugitive emissions for PM10, PM2.5, SO2*, NOx*, etc., and evaluation of the adequacy of the proposed pollution control devices to meet standards for point sources and to meet AAQ standards. (*-As applicable) The aforesaid 'Terms of Reference' will be valid for a period of three years from its issuance. A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above noted TOR. The company should prepare draft rapid EIA / EMP Report for its project based on above Terms of Reference and apply to the Member Secretary, Punjab Pollution Control Board for conducting public hearing as per the provisions of EIA Notification, 2006 as amended from time to time on submitting EIA / EMP / Executive Summary Report prepared by the industry as per TORs. After completing the process of public hearing / public consultation, the company shall submit final EIA / EMP to the State Expert Appraisal Committee after incorporating all the issues raised during public hearing / public consultation for appraisal of its project. A detailed draft EIA/EMP report should be prepared as per the above noted TORs. A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance of above TOR should be submitted by the project proponent. The project proponent shall submit final EIA / EMP based upon the TORs of its project.

Member Secretary

B-10 Endst. No.453-454 Dated 09.04.2018

A copy of the above is forwarded to the following for information and necessary action:-

1. The Secretary to Govt. of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Indira Paryavaran Bhavan, Jorbagh Road, New Delhi - 110003.

2. The Advisor, Northern Regional Office, Ministry of Environment & Forests, Bays No. 24-25, Sector 31-A, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh.

a) Name of the applicant Sh. Ramandeep Singh, President

b) Phone Number 0183-503503

c) Email ID [email protected]

Member Secretary

B-11 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. TOR COMPLIANCE:

S. NO. TERMS OF REFERENCE POINTS TOR Compliance

STANDARD TOR

1. Executive Summary of the Project The Executive Summary of the Project is attached as Section-D of the EIA report.

2. Introduction

i)Details of the EIA consultant including Details of consultants with NABET NABET accreditation accreditation is given in Chapter-12 of EIA report.

Information about the project proponent is ii) Information about the project proponent given in Chapter-1 section 1.2 of EIA ​ Report.

iii) Importance and benefits of the project Benefits of the project are given in Chapter-8 and Introduction of the project is given in Chapter-1 and 2 of EIA Report.

3. Project Description

i) Cost of Project and the time of Cost of proposed expansion is 170 crores; it completion will get complete in 6 months after grant of environment clearance and CTE

ii) Products with capacities for the Details of products and capacities is given in proposed project Chapter-2 Section 2.6 of EIA Report.

iii) If expansion project, details of It is an expansion project. Details of existing existing products with capacities and products and capacities are given in whether adequate land is available for ​ Chapter-2 Section 2.5 of EIA Report. expansion, reference the earlier EC if any. Adequate land is available for expansion of projects. 59-acre land is demarcated for Sugar

Mill and 3 acres for co-generation. Details of land are given in Chapter-2 Section 2.4.1 of ​ EIA Report.

iv) List of raw materials required and List of Raw Materials required for the their source along with mode of product are given in Chapter-2 Section 2.5.2 ​ transportation. of EIA Report. All raw materials are transported using road trucks/tractors from

various parts of India. All the finished

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-12 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. products are transported using road trucks/tractors to various parts of India. Same

shall be done after expansion.

v) Other chemicals and materials required As the project is expansion of existing unit, with quantities and storage capacities. Raw materials will be same. Only quantities will be enhanced and no other addition of

new chemical.

vi) Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous Details of Emissions, effluents and hazardous waste generation and their management. waste generation are given in Chapter-10 ​ Section 10.2 of EIA Report.

vii) Requirement of water, power, with source Details of water requirement, source of of supply, status of approval, water balance supply and water balance are given in diagram, man-power requirement (regular and Chapter-10 Section 10.2.2. Details of power contract). requirement are given in Chapter-2 Section ​ 2.10.2. Details of man-power requirement are ​ given in Chapter-2 Section 2.10.1 of EIA ​ Report.

viii) Process description along with major Details of manufacturing processes, and equipment and machineries, process flow process flow sheet are given in Chapter-2 ​ sheet (quantitative) from raw material to Section 2.6, 2.7 and 2.8. Plant machinery is products to be provided. attached as Section-D. ​

ix) Hazard identification and details of Hazard identification and safety related proposed safety systems. information is given in Chapter-7 of EIA ​ Report.

It is an expansion project. x) In Expansion/modernization proposals:

a) Copy of all the Environmental Clearance(s) Earlier Environmental Clearance is attached including Amendments thereto obtained for as Section-D. the project from MOEF/SEIAA shall be ​ attached as an Annexure. A certified copy of Latest certified compliance report of earlier is attached as Section-D. the latest Monitoring Report of the Regional ​ Office of the Ministry of Environment and There was some non-compliance point noted Forests as per circular dated 30th May, 2012 by NR of MoEF&CC, Chandigarh during site on the status of compliance of conditions visit. Action has been taken in respect to the stipulated in all the existing environmental non-complied points reported by NR of clearances including Amendments shall be

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-13 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. provided. In addition, status of compliance of MoEF&CC, Chandigarh. Same has been Consent to Operate for the ongoing existing submitted to the MoEF&CC Central, North operation of the project from SPCB shall be Region and PPCB. Same has been forwarded attached with the EIA-EMP report. by NR,MoEF&CC to Monitoring Cell,MoEF&CC, Delhi. Same is attached as

Section-D.

(b)In case the existing project has not obtained Not Applicable environmental clearance, reasons for not

taking EC under the provisions of the EIA notification 1994 and/or EIA Notification 2006 shall be provided. Copies of Consent to

Establish/No Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in case of units operating prior to EIA Notification 2006, CTE and CTO

of FY 2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further, compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB

shall be submitted.

(c) Permission from CGWA is required to be Earlier, as the project falls under Dasayu obtained by the promoter industry for the Block of Hoshiarpur which falls under proposed expansion as it is a water intensive “White category”. Hence permission of the industry. Central Ground Water Authority for abstraction of Groundwater was not required. However, Public notice dated 04.01.2017, it became mandatory that all existing, new and expansion industries/projects extracting ground water should obtain permission from Central Ground Water Authority, hence we had applied in CGWA for ground water abstraction on 17.04.2019 and CGWA approval was granted on 12.03.2019 vide letter number 4(172)A/PB/ABSL/NWR/S&I/2018

Same is attached as Section-D of EIA report ​ 4. Site Details

i) Location of the project site covering village, Location of proposed facility: Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, Justification Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab. It is located at

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-14 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. for selecting the site, whether other sites were coordinates of 31°46'49.84"N & considered. 75°41'52.87"E. site location is given in Chapter-2 Section 2.1 of EIA report.

Analysis of alternate sites and justification is

given in Chapter-5 of EIA Report. ​ ii) A toposheet of the study area of radius of Toposheet of radius 10 km with site location 10km and site location on 1:50,000/1: 25,000 is given in Chapter-2 Section 2.1.1 of EIA ​ scales on an A3/A2 sheet. (including all Report and Section-D. eco-sensitive areas and environmentally

sensitive places)

ii) Details w.r.t. option analysis for selection Analysis of alternate sites and justification is given in Chapter-5 of EIA Report. of site ​ ​

iii) Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners Direction Latitude Longitude of the site NNE 31°47'5.48"N 75°41'48.55"E

ESE 31°46'37.19"N 75°42'26.33"E

SSW 31°46'37.16"N 75°41'38.00"E

WNW 31°46'58.19"N 75°41'36.60"E

iv) Google Map-Earth downloaded of the Google earth map is given in Chapter-2 project site. ​ Section 2.1 of EIA Report. v) Layout maps indicating existing unit as well Layout plan showing storage area, plant area, as proposed unit indicating storage area, plant greenbelt area, utilities are given in area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located Chapter-2 Section 2.5.1 of EIA Report. and within an Industrial area/Estate/Complex, attached as Section-D layout of Industrial Area indicating location of

unit within the Industrial area/Estate.

vi) Photographs of the proposed and existing Site photographs of the unit are given in (if applicable) plant site. If existing, show Chapter-2 Section 2.1.5 of EIA Report. photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in Total green area developed within the unit is particular. 55 acres of area. 37800 trees have already been planted. Photographs of the existing

green area are given in Section 10.2.7 of the ​ EIA report. vii) Land use break-up of total land of the project site (identified and acquired),

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-15 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. government/ private - agricultural, forest, It is a private purchased land, Land-use wasteland, water bodies, settlements, etc shall breakup of project site is given in Chapter-2 ​ be included. (not required for industrial area) Section 2.5.1 of EIA Report.

viii) A list of major industries with name and List of nearby major industries are given in type within study area (10km radius) shall be Chapter 2, Section 2.1.6 of the EIA report incorporated. Land use details of the study and the same is attached as Section-D-8. area ​

ix) Geological features and Geo-hydrological Geological details and geo hydrological status status of the study area shall be included is given in Chapter- 3 Section 3.7 of EIA ​ Report.

x) Details of Drainage of the project up to 5km There is no major river in the 1km radius of radius of study area. If the site is within 1 km the project site. Details of nearby water radius of any major river, peak and lean bodies near the site is given in Chapter-2 ​ season river discharge as well as flood Section 2.1.2 of EIA report. occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall

data of the past 30 years. Details of Flood Level of the project site and maximum Flood Level of the river shall also be provided.

(mega green field projects)

xi) Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition Land acquisition is already done. The land is not complete, stage of the acquisition was purchased from Punjab State Industrial process and expected time of complete Development Corporation Limited by M/s possession of the land. Guru Teg Bahadur Sugars Limited (now known as AB Sugars Limited) The land

documents are attached as Section-D. ​

xii) R&R details in respect of land in line with There is no R&R required. state Government policy.

5. Forest and wildlife related issues (if applicable):

i. Permission and approval for the use of forest Not Applicable land (forestry clearance), if any, and recommendations of the State Forest

Department. (if applicable) ii. Land use map based on High resolution Not Applicable satellite imagery (GPS) of the proposed site

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-16 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. delineating the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more than 40 ha)

iii. Status of Application submitted for obtaining the stage I forestry clearance along with latest status shall be submitted. Not Applicable iv. The projects to be located within 10 km of

the National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere

Reserves, Migratory Corridors of Wild There is no wildlife sanctuary in 10Km Animals, the project proponent shall submit radius. Eco-sensitive area details given in the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Chapter 2 Section 2.1.6 of EIA Report Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife

Warden-thereon.

v. Wildlife Conservation Plan duly

authenticated by the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Government for conservation of Wildlife conservation submitted to the Chief Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the study Wildlife Warden; Punjab is attached as area. Section-D 15. Approval letter of the same is ​ attached as Section-D. vi. Copy of application submitted for ​ clearance under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, to the Standing Committee of the Not Applicable National Board for Wildlife.

6. Environmental Status:

i. Determination of atmospheric inversion Micro-Meteorological data has been collected level at the project site and site-specific and is given in chapter 3 section 3.4 of EIA ​ micrometeorological data using temperature, report relative humidity, hourly wind speed and

direction and rainfall.

ii. AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations AAQ data is given in Chapter-3 Section 3.5 ​ for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and other of EIA Report. parameters relevant to the project shall be collected. The monitoring stations shall be

based CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre-dominant wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including

reserved forests.

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-17 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. iii. Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 Raw Data has been obtained by PRPL weeks of all stations as per frequency given in (NABL Accredited Lab). Details are given in the NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along Chapter 3 of EIA Report. with - min., max., average and 98% values for

each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report.

iv. Surface water quality of nearby River Surface water quality data is given in (100m upstream and downstream of discharge Chapter-3 Section 3.8 of EIA Report. point) and other surface drains at eight locations as per CPCB/MoEF&CC guidelines. v. Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch of river identified by the Not Applicable CPCB/MoEF&CC, if yes give details.

vi. Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 Ground water quality monitoring data is locations shall be included. given in Chapter-3 Section 3.8 of EIA ​ Report.

vii. Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the study area. Noise level quality monitoring data is given in Chapter-3 Section 3.8 of EIA Report. ​

viii. Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines. Soil quality data is given in Chapter-3 Section 3.9 of EIA Report.

ix. Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, Traffic survey is given in Chapter-3 Section frequency of vehicles for transportation of ​ materials, additional traffic due to proposed 3.14 of EIA Report. project, parking arrangement etc. x. Detailed description of flora and fauna (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study Flora and fauna details are given in Chapter-3 Section 3.12 of EIA Report. area shall be given with special reference to ​ rare, endemic and endangered species. If Conservation plan for Schedule-I fauna is attached as Section-D. Schedule-I fauna are found within the study ​ area, a Wildlife Conservation Plan shall be

prepared and furnished.

xi. Socio-economic status of the study area

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-18 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. Socio Economic Report is given in Chapter ​ xii. Compliance of CPCB directions issued in 3 Section 3.13 of EIA report Jan 2016 shall be mentioned in the EIA Compliance of CPCB issued in Jan 2016 shall Report. be complied. For the points from sr. no. i to xi, the project proponent is allowed to use the baseline data Three-month baseline data for of the period from Oct. 2017 to December October-December, 2017 and one-month 2017 with the condition that they will carry additional data from 15-March to 15-April one-month additional study for collecting has been collected. additional baseline data including monitoring of Ground water from minimum depth to maximum depth in the core zone at minimum 5 stations as well as in the buffer zone at minimum seven stations for preparing EIA report.

7. Impact and Environment Management Plan

i. Assessment of ground level concentration of Air Dispersion Modelling Report is given in pollutants from the stack emission based on Chapter 4 Section 4.1.3 of EIA report. site-specific meteorological features. In case the project is located on a hilly terrain, the AQIP Modelling shall be done using inputs of

the specific terrain characteristics for determining the potential impacts of the project on the AAQ. Cumulative impact of all

sources of emissions (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area shall be assessed. Details of the model used and the input data

used for modelling shall also be provided. The air quality contours shall be plotted on a location map showing the location of project site, habitation nearby, sensitive receptors, if

any.

ii. Water Quality modelling - in case of There will be no discharge to the water body. discharge in water body Process water generated is being treated in ETP of 3500 KLD & Domestic water is being

treated in STP of capacity 250 KLD. Same shall be done for the proposed expansion.

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-19 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. iii. Impact of the transport of the raw materials Impact on transportation is insignificant and and end products on the surrounding is given under chapter 3, section 3.14 of EIA ​ environment hall be assessed and provided. In report this regard, options for transport of raw

materials and finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or rail-cum road transport or conveyors-rail transport shall be

examined. Water Management with treatment scheme iv. A note on treatment of wastewater from and characteristics is given in detail in different plant operations, extent recycled and Chapter-10 Section 10.2.2.4 & 10.2.2.5 of reused for different purposes shall be included. EIA Report. Complete scheme of effluent treatment. Characteristics of untreated and treated effluent to meet the prescribed standards of

discharge under E(P) Rules. Stack emission details and control of air v. Details of stack emission and action plan for emissions is given in Chapter-10 Section control of emissions to meet standards. ​ 10.2.1 of EIA Report.

Fugitive Emission control is given in vi. Measures for fugitive emission control Chapter-10 Section 10.2.1 of EIA Report.

Hazardous waste generation and management vii. Details of hazardous waste generation and is given in Chapter-10 Section 10.2.4 of ​ their storage, utilization and management. EIA Report. Copies of MOU regarding utilization of solid and hazardous waste in cement plant shall also

be included. EMP shall include the concept of waste-minimization, recycle/reuse/recover techniques, Energy conservation, and natural resource conservation. Ash is being generated which is disposed off viii. Proper utilization of fly ash shall be to allocated sites within the premises. Same ensured as per Fly Ash Notification, 2009. A shall be done for the proposed expansion. detailed plan of action shall be provided. Details of Ash handling given in Section ​ 10.2.1.2 of Chapter 10.

Green belt area of 55 acre (32.3%) is already ix. Action plan for the green belt development developed in the project. Development of plan in 33 % area i.e. land with not less than green belt is being done as per CPCB 1,500 trees per ha. Giving details of species, guidelines. Details of species with width of plantation, planning schedule etc.

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Maximum possible quantity of rainwater x. Action plan for rainwater harvesting harvesting is 1481 KL in the plant. 5 number measures at plant site shall be submitted to of rainwater harvesting pits of total capacity harvest rainwater from the roof tops and storm 589.32 KL has already been constructed. For water drains to recharge the ground water and the remaining capacity, the industry has also to use for the various activities at the proposed 5 recharge pits within the industry project site to conserve fresh water and reduce premises. Detailed calculation of rainwater the water requirement from other sources. ​ harvesting is given in Chapter-10 Section ​ 10.2.2.8 of EIA Report.

Capital and recurring costs for environmental xi. Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum pollution control measures are given in for environmental pollution control measures Chapter-10 Section 10.3 of EIA Report. ​ shall be included.

Action plan for post project environmental xii. Action plan for post-project environmental monitoring is given in Chapter-6 of EIA ​ monitoring shall be submitted. Report.

Details given in Chapter-7 Section 7.7 of ​ xiii. Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and EIA Report. Man-made) Preparedness and Emergency Management Plan including Risk Assessment and damage control. Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management Plan

8. Occupational health

i. Plan and fund allocation to ensure the Occupational health and safety details are occupational health & safety of all contract given in Chapter-7 Section 7.7 of EIA ​ and casual workers Report.

ii. Details of exposure specific health status The medical checkup for the employees is evaluation of worker. If the workers' health is being carried out regularly and the record for being evaluated by pre-designed format, chest the same has been maintained. Same will be x rays, Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision maintained after expansion. testing (Far & Near vision, colour vision and

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exposure and department wise.

iii. Details of existing Occupational & Safety Hazards. What are the exposure levels of hazards and whether they are within

Permissible Exposure level (PEL)? If these are not within PEL, what measures the company has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be preserved, The details of existing Occupational & Safety iv. Annual report of health status of workers Hazards are given in Chapter 7. with special reference to Occupational Health The exposure level of hazards are within the and Safety. Permissible Exposure level (PEL). The PEL of all the chemicals involved are given in Chapter 7.

The medical checkup for the employees is being carried out regularly and the record for the same has been maintained. 9. Corporate Environment Policy

i. Does the company have a well laid down Yes, the policy prescribes the same. Environment Policy approved by its Board of Environment policy. Company policy is given Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA in Section 7.9.1, chapter 7 of EIA report. ​ report.

ii. Does the Environment Policy prescribe for The hierarchical system/administrative order standard operating process / procedures to of the company to deal with environmental bring into focus any infringement / deviation / issues and ensuring compliance with violation of the environmental or forest norms environmental clearance conditions is given / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the in Chapter-10 Section 10.6. Environmental EIA. ​ Policy is attached as Section-D. iii. What is the hierarchical system or Details are given in Section 7.9.1, Chapter 7 Administrative order of the company to deal ​ of EIA Report. with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the environmental clearance conditions? Details of this system may be

given.

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10. Details regarding infrastructure facilities such Labour force during installation phase and as sanitation, fuel, restroom etc. to be provided casual workers during operation phase will be to the labour force during construction as well provided sanitation and restrooms in the unit. as to the casual workers including truck Proper arrangements for their living and drivers during operation phase. occupational health and safety shall be done where required. Details given in Chapter-10 ​ Section 10.1.

Toilets, Canteen & Rest room has been provided for truck drivers during the operation phase.

11. Enterprise Social Commitment (ESC)

i. Adequate funds (at least 2.5 % of the project In public hearing, no question was asked cost) shall be earmarked towards the related to the Social commitment. Therefore, Enterprise Social Commitment based on there is no provision of ESC. Public Hearing issues and item-wise details As per MoEF&CC clarification for CER vide along with time bound action plan shall be letter no. 22-65/2017-IA.III dated 19.06.2018, included. Socio-economic development CER has superseded the ESC and CSR. activities need to be elaborated upon. Therefore, as per CER office memorandum of MOEF dated 1.5.2018, the project cost for expansion part is Rs 170 Cr, hence the industry has to spend 0.75% of the cost of expansion (Rs 1.27 cr) on CER activities. Details of CER activities are given in chapter ​ 10 Section 10.5 of EIA report.

12. Any litigation pending against the project Not Applicable and/or any direction/order passed by any Court of Law against the project, if so, details thereof shall also be included. Has the unit received any notice under the Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts? If so,

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13. A tabular chart with index for points wise TOR compliance is given as Section-D. ​ compliance of above TOR.

SPECIFIC TOR FOR EIA STUDIES FOR SUGAR INDUSTRY

1. Complete process flow diagram describing Process flow diagram describing each unit, its each unit, its processes and operations in processes and operations in production of production of sugar, along with material and sugar is given in chapter 2 section 2.5 & 2.6. ​ ​ energy inputs and outputs (material and Material and energy inputs and outputs energy balance) (material and energy balance) is given in chapter 2 section 2.7 of EIA report.

2. Details on water balance including quantity of Details on water balance including quantity of effluent generated, recycled & reused. Efforts effluent generated, recycled & reused is given to minimize effluent is charge and to maintain in chapter 10 section 10.2 of EIA report. ​ quality of receiving water body. Efforts to minimize effluent is charge and to maintain quality of receiving water body is given in chapter 10 section 10.2.2 of EIA ​ report. ​ 3. Details of effluent treatment plant, inlet and Details of effluent treatment plants are given treated water quality with specific efficiency in chapter 10 section 10.2.2.4 of EIA ​ of each treatment unit in reduction in respect report. to fall concerned/regulated environmental parameters.

4. Number of working days of the sugar Number of working days of the unit is production unit. 130-150 days.

5. Details of use of steam from the boiler. Steam from Boiler is being used in the process, in power houses for power generation. Details of the manufacturing process are given in Section 2.6 of Chapter2 ​ of the EIA Report.

6. Details of proposed source-specific pollution Details of proposed & existing source specific control schemes and equipment to meet the pollution control schemes and equipment are national standards. given in Section 10.2, Chapter 10 of EIA ​ Report.

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5 no. MS tanks are already available for storage of Molasses and one new MS tank shall be installed.

Details are given in Chapter 10 Section ​ 10.2.4 of EIA report.

8. Collection, storage handling of bagasse and Details are given in Section 10.2.4 of ​ press mud. Chapter 10 of the EIA report. ​ ​ 9. Fly ash management plan for coal based and Fly ash management plan is given in Section bagasse and action plan 10. 10.2.1.2 of Chapter 10.

10. Details on waste quality parameters such as Details on waste quality parameters are given temperature, colour, pH, BOD, COD, Total in Section 10.2.2 of Chapter 10. ​ Kjeldahl Nitrogen, Phosphates, Oil & Grease, Total Suspended Solids, Total Coliform bacteria etc.

11. Details on existing ambient air quality and Details on existing ambient air quality and expected, stack and fugitive emissions for expected are given in Section 4.1.3 of ​ PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx, etc., and evaluation of Chapter 4 in the EIA report. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ the adequacy of the proposed pollution control Proposed pollution control devices with devices to meet standards for point sources details are given in Section 10.2.1 of and to meet AAQ standards. ​ Chapter 10.

Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. B-25 SECTION C- ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 7 1.1. Purpose of Report 7 1.2. The Project and the Project Proponent 7 1.3. Environment Consultant 8 1.4. Brief Description of Project 8 1.4.1. Location 8 1.5. Importance to the Country 8 1.6. The Assignment and Scope of this Report 9 1.7. Applicable Legislations to the Project 10 2. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT 13 2.1. Location 13 Topographical Map (Showing 10 km Radius Around the Project Site) 15 2.3. Site Photographs 15 2.4. Environmental Sensitivity Around the Site 16 2.5. Seismicity 17 2.6. Industries in 10 km Radius from Project Site 17 2.7. Project Description 18 2.7.1. Details of Development 19 2.7.2. Land Area Details 19 2.8. Layout Plan 20 2.9. Details of Product and Production 21 2.10. Details of Raw Material 21 2.11. Manufacturing Process 22 2.11.1. Sugar 22 2.11.1.1. Process 22 2.11.1.2. Process Flow 26 2.11.2. Co-Generation 26 2.11.2.1. Process 26 2.11.2.2. Process Flow 27 2.12. Material Balance 27 2.13. Plant Machinery 27 2.14. Flow Chart of Activities During Construction Phase & Operation Phase 28 2.14.1. During Construction Phase 28 2.14.2. During Operation Phase 28 2.15. Components of the Project 28 2.15.1. Manpower 28 2.15.2. Power and Fuel Requirement 28 2.15.3. Water Management 28 2.15.4. Air Management 29

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2.15.5. Solid Waste Management 29 2.16. Project Implementation Schedule 30 3. ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE DATA 32 3.1. Methodology 32 3.2. Meteorology 33 3.2.1. Temperature 33 3.2.2. Relative Humidity 35 3.2.3. Rainfall 36 3.2.4. Wind Speed 38 3.2.5. Wind Direction 39 3.3. Micro- Meteorological Data 41 3.4. Ambient Air Quality 43 3.4.1. Sampling Station Selection 43 3.4.2. Ambient Air Sampling Locations 44 3.4.3. Sampling Procedure 45 3.4.4. Analytical Methods followed for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 45 3.4.5. Ambient Air Quality Results 46 3.4.6. Data Interpretation 47 3.4.7. Data Interpretation 50 3.5. Noise Quality 50 3.5.1. Sampling Locations 51 3.5.2. Methodology 52 3.5.3. Data Interpretation: 55 3.6. Water Regime 57 3.7. Water Quality 59 3.7.1. Sampling station 59 3.7.2. Criteria of Selection of sampling Locations: 61 3.7.3. Sampling Frequency and Sampling Techniques: 62 3.7.4. Data Interpretation of Ground water quality (October- December 2017): 63 3.7.5. Data Interpretation (15th March 2018 -15th April 2018) 68 3.8. Soil Quality 73 3.8.1. Soil Type 73 3.8.2. Criteria for selecting Sampling Locations: 73 3.8.3. Sampling Locations 74 3.8.4. Soil Sampling Locations on Topographical Map 75 3.8.5. Sampling Procedure and Analysis 75 3.8.6. Soil Quality Results 76 3.8.7. Data Interpretation 81 3.9. Topography 81 3.10. Land Use 82 3.10.1. Methodology 82 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 2 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

3.10.2. Results and Conclusion 83 3.11. Ecology and Biodiversity 85 3.11.1. Introduction on Ecology and Biodiversity: 85 3.12. Socio-Economic Scenario 92 3.12.1. Introduction 92 3.12.2. Objective of Study 92 3.12.3. Concept and Definition 92 3.12.4. Study Area 94 3.12.5. Demographic Profile of the Study Area 96 3.12.6. Work Profile of Study Area 103 3.12.7. Primary Data Collection 111 3.13. Traffic Density 113 3.13.1. Methodology 114 4. ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT & MITIGATION MEASURES 119 4.1. Construction/ Installation Phase 120 4.1.1. Activity –Installation of Machinery 120 4.1.2. Activity – Transportation (Raw Material, Labour) 121 4.1.3. Activity –Working & daily activity of construction labour 122 4.2. Operation Phase 123 4.2.1. Activity- Loading and Unloading of Raw Material 123 4.2.2. Activity- Manufacturing Process 125 4.2.3. Activity – Operation of machinery & Equipment (Boiler, DG set, ETP, STP) 129 4.2.4. Activity- Transportation of raw material, finished product, waste, etc. 132 4.2.5. Activity- Working & daily activity of staff, visitors 135 4.3. Summary 136 4.3.1. Air Environment 136 4.3.2. Water Environment 137 4.3.3. Land Use 137 4.3.4. Soil Environment 137 4.3.5. Socio-Economic 138 4.3.6. Ecology & Biodiversity 138 4.3.7. Noise and Vibration 138 4.3.8. Hydrology and Geology 139 4.3.9. Solid and Hazardous Waste 139 4.3.10. TRAFFIC 139 5. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE (TECHNOLOGY & SITE) 140 5.1. Alternate sites considered and selection of the site 140 5.2. Water Conservation 140 5.3. Energy Saving Measures 140

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6. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAMME 141 6.1. Details of monitoring to judge effectiveness of measures 141 6.1.1. During Installation Phase 141 6.1.2. During Operation Phase 142 6.2. SUBMISSION OF SIX-MONTHLY COMPLIANCES 142 6.3. ENVIRONMENT AUDIT 143 7. ADDITIONAL STUDIES 144 7.1. Public Consultation 144 7.2. Risk Assessment 146 7.2.1. Hazard Identification 147 7.2.1.1. Natural Hazard 147 7.2.1.2. Man Made Hazard 147 7.2.2. Vulnerability Analysis 148 7.3. Risk Analysis 150 7.3.1. Earthquake 151 7.3.2. Flooding 151 7.3.3. Fire & Explosion 151 7.3.4. Electrical 151 7.3.5. Mechanical: 151 7.3.6. Thermal: 151 7.3.7. Chemical: 151 7.4. On-Site Emergency Plan 151 7.4.1. Planning 152 7.4.2. Preventive measures 152 7.4.2.1. Earthquake: 152 7.4.2.2. Flooding: 152 7.4.2.3. Fire and Life Safety 152 7.4.2.4. Explosion in Process/Storage Areas 153 7.4.2.5. Mechanical: 156 7.4.2.6. Thermal: 156 7.4.3. Emergency Response Procedure 156 7.4.4. Recovery Procedure 157 7.5. Off Site Emergency Management Plan: 157 7.5.1. Vulnerability Analysis 158 7.5.2. Preventive Measures 159 7.5.2.1. During Transportation 159 7.5.2.2. During Storage and Handling 160 7.5.2.3. Process Emission/Odour Control 160 7.5.3. Roles and responsibilities 160 7.5.4. Recovery Procedures 162 7.6. Emergency Control Team 162 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 4 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

7.6.1. Key Personnel 162 7.6.2. Chain of command during emergency 163 7.7. Occupational Health and Safety 163 7.7.1. Budget for Occupational Health and Safety 165 7.7.2. Budget for Public Health & Safety 165 7.7.3. Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Management Plan 168 8. PROJECT BENEFITS 170 8.1. Environmental Benefits 170 8.2. Financial Benefits 170 8.3. Social Benefits 170 9. ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 171 10. ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN 172 10.1. Environment Management During Installation & Construction Phase 172 10.2. Environment Management During Operation Phase 173 10.2.1. Air Environment 173 10.2.1.1. Measures adopted to mitigate the air emissions: 173 10.2.2. Fly ash Handling: 174 10.2.3. Water Environment 175 10.2.3.1. Water consumption & waste water discharge 175 10.2.3.2. Scheme of ETP & Technical Specifications 175 10.2.3.3. Scheme of STP 178 10.2.3.4. Characteristics of waste water & treated water 180 10.2.4. Rain-water Harvesting Scheme 181 10.2.5. Noise Management 183 10.2.6. Solid Waste 184 10.2.7. Parking Provision 185 10.2.8. Plantation and GreenBelt Development 185 10.3. Budget of Environment Management Plan (EMP) 188 10.4. Corporate Environment Responsibility 188 10.5. Environment Management Cell 190 11. SUMMARY 192 12. DISCLOSURE OF ENVIRONMENT CONSULTANT 201

List Of Images ■ Figure 1. Location of Project on State Map ■ Figure 2. Close eye view of google image of the project ■ Figure 3. Google image showing coordinates of site ■ Figure 4. Topographical Map of 10 km buffer Area of the project site ■ Figure 6. Existing SIte Photographs

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■ Figure 6. Existing SIte Photographs ■ Figure 8. Site Photographs of RWH Pit and ETP ■ Figure 8. Site Photographs of RWH Pit and ETP ■ Figure 10. Existing green area ■ Figure 10. Existing green area ■ Figure 11. Land USe Pie chart of the project site ■ Figure 12. Layout Plan ■ Figure 13. Sugar Plant Area on the layout ■ Figure 14. Milling process ■ Figure 15. Clarifier ■ Figure 16. Rotary Filter ■ Figure 17. Evaporation Process ■ Figure 18. Process Flow Diagram ■ Figure 19. Process Flow ■ Figure 20. Material Balance ■ Figure 21. Flow chart of activities during operation phase ■ Figure 22. Construction Schedule Chart ■ Figure 23. Highest maximum temperature ■ Figure 24. Lowest Minimum Temperature ■ Figure 25. Mean Maximum temperature ■ Figure 26. Mean Minimum temperature ■ Figure 27. Maximum Humidity ■ Figure 28. Minimum Humidity ■ Figure 29. Maximum Rainfall ■ Figure 30. Minimum Rainfall ■ Figure 31. Mean maximum wind speed ■ Figure 32. Mean maximum wind speed ■ Figure 33. Annual windrose ■ Figure 34. Summer windrose ■ Figure 35. Winter windrose ■ Figure 36. Post monsoon windrose ■ Figure 37. Micro meteorological windrose (Oct-Dec 2017) ■ Figure 38. Revalidated micro meteorological windrose (15 April, 2018- 15 May 2018) ■ Figure 39. Air sampling locations on topographical map ■ Figure 40. Graph showing mean concentration of PM10 PM2.5 (Oct- Dec 2017) ■ Figure 41. Graph showing concentration of SO2 & NO2 Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017) ■ Figure 42. Graph showing Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 ■ Figure 43. Graph showing Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 ■ Figure 44. Air Quality Index

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■ Figure 45. Location of noise sampling on topographical Map ■ Figure 46. Graph showing AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY RESULTS, OCTOBER 2017 TO DECEMBER 2017 ■ Figure 47. Graph showing Ambient noise results (15th March 2018- 15th April 2018) ■ Figure 48. Water Sampling Location on Topographical Map ■ Figure 49. Soil Sampling Location on Topographical Map ■ Figure 50. Land USe Pie chart of land use in study area ■ Figure 51. 10 km land use map ■ Figure 52. Ecology and biodiversity sampling locations on google earth ■ Figure 53. Traffic Survey locations ■ Figure 54. 2 km radius of project site for traffic survey ■ Figure 55. Average weekly composition of traffic at SH-24 ■ Figure 56. Weekly variation in PCU/17 hour graph ■ Figure 57. Hourly variation at SH-24 ■ Figure 59. Public hearing photographs ■ Figure 59. Public hearing photographs ■ Figure 61. Public hearing photographs ■ Figure 61. Public hearing photographs ■ Figure 62. On site emergency plan ■ Figure 63. Environment Policy ■ Figure 64. Existing water balance ■ Figure 65. Water balance (summer season0 ■ Figure 66. Water balance (Winter season) ■ Figure 67. ETP flow diagram ■ Figure 69. Photos of ETP & STP ■ Figure 69. Photos of ETP & STP ■ Figure 71. Photos of aeration tank & clarifier ■ Figure 71. Photos of aeration tank & clarifier ■ Figure 72. Online waste water meter ■ Figure 73. Rain water harvesting pit diagram ■ Figure 75. Photographs of green area ■ Figure 75. Photographs of green area ■ Figure 77. Photographs of existing green area ■ Figure 77. Photographs of existing green area ■ Figure 79. Green area at site ■ Figure 79. Green area at site ■ Figure 80. Green area at site ■ Figure 81. Green area at site ■ Figure 82. Environment Management Cell ■ Figure 83. Consultant Certificate ■ Figure 84. Extension Letter

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List Of Tables ■ Table 1. Connectivity ■ Table 2. Coordinated of the project site ■ Table 3. Environmental Sensitivity around the site ■ Table 4. Industries in 10 km radius from project site ■ Table 5. Project Details ■ Table 6. Land Area Details ■ Table 7. Details of Product ■ Table 8. Details of Co-Generation Power plant ■ Table 9. Details of raw material ■ Table 10. Manpower ■ Table 11. Project Implementation Schedule ■ Table 12. Methodology ■ Table 13. Temperature ■ Table 14. Relative Humidity ■ Table 15. Rainfall ■ Table 16. Wind speed ■ Table 17. Wind direction ■ Table 18. Micrometeorological Data ■ Table 19. Revalidated Micro meteorological data ■ Table 20. Ambient Air Sampling Location ■ Table 21. Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017) ■ Table 22. Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017) ■ Table 23. Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 ■ Table 24. Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 ■ Table 25. AQI Value ■ Table 26. Ambient noise Sampling Locations ■ Table 27. AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY RESULTS, OCTOBER 2017 to DECEMBER 2017 ■ Table 28. Ambient noise results (15th March 2018- 15th April 2018) ■ Table 29. Ground water Development of Hoshiarpur ■ Table 30. Water Sampling Locations (October-December 2017) ■ Table 31. Water Sampling Locations (15th March 2018-15th April 2018) ■ Table 32. Ground water quality results (October-December 2017) ■ Table 33. Additional ground water results Core Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) ■ Table 34. Additional ground water results Buffer Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) ■ Table 35. Additional ground water results Buffer Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) ■ Table 36. Surface water results (October -December 2017) ■ Table 37. Designated Best Use as per CPCB ■ Table 38. Additional Surface Water Quality Results-15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

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■ Table 39. Designated Best Use as per CPCB ■ Table 40. Soil Sampling Location ■ Table 41. Core Zone Soil Quality Results (October to December 2017) ■ Table 42. Buffer Zone Soil Quality Results (October to December 2017) ■ Table 43. Fertility of soil at onsite ■ Table 44. Additional Data -core Zone & Buffer Zone Physical & Chemical Properties of Soil (15 March 2018 - 15 April 2018) ■ Table 45. Fertility of soil at onsite ■ Table 46. Major land use/land cover of study area ■ Table 47. Ecology and biodiversity sampling locations ■ Table 48. Core Zone Flora Species ■ Table 49. List of Trees ■ Table 50. List of shrubs/herbs & grasses ■ Table 51. Fauna of core zone ■ Table 52. Fauna of buffer zone ■ Table 53. List of villages & wards in the study area ■ Table 54. Detailed profile (Rural area) of study area ■ Table 55. Detailed Rural profile of study area ■ Table 56. The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area ■ Table 57. The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area ■ Table 58. Results of socio-economic survey ■ Table 59. Data interpretation of survey ■ Table 60. PCU value ■ Table 61. Interpretation as per IRC 106:1990 ■ Table 62. Summary of traffic count at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24 ■ Table 63. Hourly analysis of traffic density at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24 of 1 day ■ Table 64. Activity- Installation of Machinery ■ Table 65. Activity- Transportation (Raw material, labour) ■ Table 66. Activity-Working & daily activity of construction labour ■ Table 67. Activity- Loading & Unloading of raw material ■ Table 68. Activity-Manufacturing Process ■ Table 69. Activity-Operation of machinery & equipment (boiler, DG ser, ETP & STP) ■ Table 70. Activity-Transportation of raw material, finished product, waste,etc. ■ Table 71. Activity-Working & daily activity of staff, visitors ■ Table 72. Environment monitoring plan for construction phase ■ Table 73. Environment Monitoring Plan for operation phase ■ Table 74. Public Hearing Compliance ■ Table 75. Vulnerability Analysis ■ Table 76. List of raw material showing storage quantity

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■ Table 77. Vulnerable areas in 500 m proximity ■ Table 78. Nearest habitation to the project area ■ Table 79. Vulnerability analysis of hazards ■ Table 80. Mode of transportation of raw material ■ Table 81. Budget for occupational health & safety ■ Table 82. Budget for public health & safety ■ Table 83. Safety in work environment for work health ■ Table 84. List of medical tests ■ Table 85. Environment Management Plan during Construction Phase ■ Table 86. Details of air emissions & control ■ Table 87. Additional proposed air pollution source and mitigation measures ■ Table 88. Existing water management ■ Table 89. Water management after expansion (summer season) ■ Table 90. Water management after expansion (Winter season) ■ Table 91. Specification of ETP unit proposed ■ Table 92. List of equipment of ETP ■ Table 93. Civil works specifications ■ Table 94. System details of STP ■ Table 95. Raw effluent characteristics ■ Table 96. Treated effluent characteristics ■ Table 97. Raw sewage characteristics ■ Table 98. Treated sewage characteristics ■ Table 99. Rain water harvesting calculations ■ Table 100. Details of existing pits ■ Table 101. Details of RWH pits ■ Table 102. Solid waste management ■ Table 103. Process waste management ■ Table 104. Hazardous waste management ■ Table 105. Existing trees at the site ■ Table 106. Budget of Environment Management Plan ■ Table 107. Corporate Environment Responsibility ■ Table 108. Roles and responsibilities ■ Table 109. Project Details ■ Table 110. Land area details ■ Table 111. Plant Capacity (Sugar) ■ Table 112. Plant Capacity (Co-generation plant) ■ Table 113. Cost Summary Sheet ■ Table 114. Core Team ■ Table 115. FAE Team List ■ Table 116. FAA Team List

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The existing industry mainly produces Sugar from Sugarcane of different grades and produces 33 MW power from burning of bagasse waste. The proposed project is expansion of Sugar Mill from capacity 7000 TCD to 12000 TCD and Cogeneration Power plant from 33 MW to 37 MW at Village- Randhawa, Tehsil – Dasuya, District- Hoshiarpur, Punjab by M/s A.B. Sugars Limited. The project has already granted environmental clearance vide letter no J- 11011/764/2007-IA. II (I) dated 03.06.2010 for the capacity of 7000 TCD and cogeneration power plant of 10 MW and 33 MW. The unit has valid consent to operate from Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) vide consent order no. R14HSPCTOW1408673 valid up to 19.09.2022 and is fully compliant and committed.

Now, the unit wishes to expand the capacity of the plant as per the local requirement from 7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD and Co-generation power plant from 33MW to 37MW.

As the project have primary activity Sugar production, therefore as per EIA Notification. 2006 the project falls under Scheduled 5(j) and Category B. SEIAA/SEAC Punjab has accorded Terms of Reference (ToR) for the proposed project vide TOR number., SEIAA/2018/452 dated 09.04.2018.

The Environment Impact Assessment Report for public hearing was submitted to the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB). Public hearing was successfully conducted at the site on 28.09.2018.

Now, as the tenure of SEAC, Punjab has completed, we are hereby submitting the proposal in MoEF&CC for Environmental Clearance. 1.1. Purpose of Report

The industry manufactures sugar from sugar cane and co-generation of power from burning of bagasse. Now, the unit wishes to expand the capacity of the plant as per the local requirement from 7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD and co-generation power plant from 33 MW to 37 MW.

In compliance to the prevailing statutes, an environment clearance is necessary for the proposed unit. Besides, fulfilment of statutory requirement, the company is well aware about its responsibility and commitment towards environment protection. 1.2. The Project and the Project Proponent

A B. Sugars Limited (ABSL) is a private sector company with varied businesses. ABSL, formerly known as Guru Teg Bahadur Sugars Ltd., was taken over by Chadda group in the year 1997, having its plant at Village: Randhawa Tehsil Dasuya, Hoshiarpur District in Punjab.

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Total Capacity after expansion: 12000 TCD & Co-generation plant from 33 MW to 37 MW Name and Contact of the Project In charge: Name of the applicant: B.S. Garewal Registered Address: C-1, Sector-3, Noida, Uttar Pradesh- 201301 Mobile: 8872049333 E-mail: [email protected] 1.3. Environment Consultant

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Laboratory engaged for revalidated primary data collection: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi (Accredited for environmental testing by NABL as per ISO/IEC 170251:2005 & Certificate No. TC-6993). 1.4. Brief Description of Project

1.4.1. Location

Location of proposed facility: Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab Latitude: 31°46'49.84" N Longitude: 75°41'52.87" E The Project site is well connected by SH-24 adjacent to the site in East Direction.

Table 1. Connectivity S. No. Accessibility Description Distance and Direction

1 Nearest Highway SH-24 Adjacent to project area NH 1 A 4.57 km W Dasuya-sansarpur Rd 4.17 km N

2 Nearest Railway Station Dasuya Railway Station 5.33 km NW

3 Nearest Airport Adampur Airport, 38.95 km S Jalandhar

1.5. Importance to the Country

Indian Sugar Industry: The world's largest consumers of sugar are India, China, Brazil, USA, Russia, Mexico, Pakistan, Indonesia, Germany and Egypt. Brazil & India are the largest sugar producing Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 12 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. countries followed by China, USA, Thailand, Australia, Mexico, Pakistan, France and Germany. Sugar industries development is the backbone to economic development of the nation. In India, Sugar industry is the second largest agro-based industry and it contributes significantly to the socio economic development of the nation. Indian sugar industry is also a major sector to create employment, probably 7.5 per cent in Indian economy. The sugar industry plays a leading role in the global market being the world’s second largest producer after Brazil, producing nearly15 and 25 percent of global sugar and sugarcane respectively. The sugar industry produces around 300-350 million tonnes (Mt) cane, 20-22 Mt white sugar and 6-8 Mt jaggery and khandsari to fulfill the domestic consumption of sweeteners. The industry is able to export around 1300 MW of power to the grid. Sugar industry is also involved in making use of sugar complexes by manufacturing sugar, bio-electricity, bio-ethanol, bio-manure and chemical. These contribute about 1 per cent to National GDP. Sugar industries in India remain regulated and are a source of livelihood for 50 million farmers and their families. It provides direct employment to over 5 lakh not only for skilled laborers but also to semi-skilled laborers in sugar mills and allied industries across the nation. The annual turnover of the sugar industry in India was estimated at Rs.41,000 crore and it has been paying taxes to the government Rs. 2,500 crore per annum. The present paper mainly outlines an overview of the sugar industry in Indian scenario.1 The Indian sugar industry is self sufficient in its vigor needs and also makes surplus exportable power through cogeneration. The various byproducts of the sugar industry also contribute to the economic growth of the nation to promote a number of supplementary industries. Sugarcane has emerged as a multi-product crop used as a basic raw material for the production of sugar, ethanol, paper, electricity and besides a cogeneration of ancillary products. The feeding of cattle of sugarcane is an important source of bio-energy and more demand in rural areas. Molasses is an important nourishing stock for distilleries. The ethanol requirement of the country is going up increasingly. In the sugar industry, production of electricity using bagasse was the typical option and use of bagasse as an alternative raw material for wood pulp for economic and environmental sustainability. The Indian sugar industry produced more than 15% of the world sugar production in the last 5 years. India had 703 sugar factories as on January 31, 2015. These factories highly concentrated on rural areas of the nation. Co-operative societies are promoted by sugarcane farmers 50% of the sugar factories. 1.6. The Assignment and Scope of this Report

1. To Determine the status of current environmental parameters This study involves assessment of present environment and ecology, flora and fauna, climate, land use, socio-economic condition of the area, monitoring of atmospheric pollutants like air, water, noise and meteorological parameters. Studies in this respect were carried out in core

1 AN OVERVIEW OF THE INDIAN SUGAR INDUSTRY, D.Venkatesh, M.Venkateswarlu Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 13 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. zone (i.e. project area) as well as in buffer zone (area covering 10 km radius from the project) as per the guidelines of MoEF&CC and ToR Granted. 2. To Assess, categorise, quantify and mitigate probable significant environmental impacts (considering alternate assignments, baseline scenario and public opinion) In order to predict the expected impact of processes and activities of the project on various environmental factors, a detailed study of interrelationship of project activities and environmental factors has been carried out in this report. 3. To prepare detailed Environmental Management Plan (EMP) along with cost for the same

● Air Quality & Air Pollution control measures. ● Water management Scheme ● Noise Management ● Soil Pollution Control Measures ● Mitigation of adverse impacts on land use ● Socio-economics ● Flora & Fauna ● Ground water ● Solid Waste Management ● Risk Hazard Management ● Hydrology & Geology 1.7. Applicable Legislations to the Project

Regulatory Framework for Environmental Legislations The Indian Constitution provides necessary directives and powers for framing and enforcing environmental legislation. The Ministry of Environment and Forests & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) form the regulatory and administrative core. Environmental Legislations ● THE WATER (PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF POLLUTION) ACT 1974 Under Section 25. Restrictions on New Outlets and New Discharges

o Applicable due to discharge of waste water from the synthetic organic chemical manufacturing unit. o Under the above-mentioned act, we shall take consent “consent to establish” & “consent to operate” from the State Pollution Control Board. ● THE AIR (PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF POLLUTION) ACT, 1981 Under section 21. Restrictions on the use of certain industrial plants.

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o Applicable due to provision of DG Sets, Boiler & Manufacturing unit which will be a source of air emissions to the atmosphere. Stack & Air Pollution Control Device shall be installed. o Under the above-mentioned act, we shall take consent “consent to establish” & “consent to operate” from the State Pollution Control Board. ● SOLID WASTES (MANAGEMENT AND HANDLING) RULES, 2016

o As per this rule solid waste is to be segregated and disposed of as per defined procedure at MSW approved site or within its own complex by using different solid waste disposed technologies. ● HAZARDOUS WASTES (MANAGEMENT, HANDLING & TRANSBOUNDARY MOVEMENT) RULES, 2016

o Hazardous wastes shall be collected, treated, stored at isolated locations. o It will be given to authorized recyclers/service providers only. ● THE NOISE POLLUTION (REGULATION AND CONTROL) RULES, 2000

o The noise levels in any area zone shall not exceed the noise quality standards in respect of noise as specified in the schedule. o The authority shall be responsible for the enforcement of noise pollution control measures and the due compliance of the noise quality standards in respect of noise. ● PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE ACT, 1991

o An Act to provide for public liability- insurance for the purpose of providing immediate relief to the persons affected by accident occurring while handling any hazardous substance and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. ● THE MANUFACTURE, STORAGE AND IMPORT OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS RULES, 1989.

o Storage of all chemicals shall not exceed their threshold limit, wherever threshold is exceeded Clearance shall be as per obtained taken as MSIHC Rules, 1989. ● EIA NOTIFICATION, 2006 & ITS AMENDMENTS

o EIA Notification, 2006 falls under EPA, 1986 under this act any project which has probable impact on the environment is listed under 35 categories, then units are required to take prior environmental clearance after occupying/identifying the land for a particular use. The project comes under category “B” & listed 5(j) schedules as per EIA notification, 2006.

● OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH AND WORKING CONDITIONS (OSHWC) CODE 2020

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o Control of workplace environment, and providing for good health and safety of workers

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The Proposed project is Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co- Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW at Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District- Hoshiarpur. It is located at coordinates of Latitude- 31°46'49.84" N & Longitude: 75°41'52.87" E. The elevation of the site is about 272 m with respect to mean sea level.

Figure 1. Locationof Project on State Map

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Figure 2. Close eye view of google image of the project

Figure 3. Google image showing coordinates of site

Table 2. Coordinated of the project site Direction Latitude Longitude Elevation

A (NNE) 31°47'5.33"N 75°41'48.66"E 272 m

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B (WNW) 31°46'58.50"N 75°41'36.46"E

C (SSW) 31°46'37.11"N 75°41'37.00"E

D (ESE) 31°46'37.06"N 75°42'26.36"E

Topographical Map2 (Showing 10 km Radius Around the Project Site)

Figure 4. Topographical Map of 10 km buffer Area of the project site

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Existing Industry Photographs

Figure 6. Existing SIte Photographs

Entry for Sugar Plant (21.11.2019) Existing Sugar Plant (21.11.2019)

Figure 8. Site Photographs of RWH Pit and ETP

Channelization of Rain Water to RWH Pits (21.11.2019) Existing ETP (21.11.2019)

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Figure 10. Existing green area

Green Area (21.11.2019) Green Area (21.11.2019) 2.4. Environmental Sensitivity Around the Site

Table 3. Environmental Sensitivity around the site Particular Distance and Direction Water Bodies Drain Near Rice Mill 0.77 km South Drain near Jandaur 1.02 km North Dafar Distributary 1.34 km East Odhra Talab 3.67 km NNW Dasuya Distributary 5.08 km North Mirapur Minor 6.89 km North Machhian Cho 8.33 km SSE Forest PF near Gangian 0.82 km NNW PF near Ajmer 1.11 km NW PF near khaiharwali 3.02 km NW PF near manak 8.02 km NW PF near sarirpur 8.2 km North PF near sagran 8.44 km North PF near Mastiwal. 10.00 km SE Protected Area Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife 23.86 km SE Sanctuary ESZ Takhni Rehmapur Wildlife 23.96 km SE Sanctuary

2.5. Seismicity

The area under study falls in Zone-IV (High risk), according to the Indian Standard Seismic Zoning Map. Suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions respectively, will be adopted while designing the structure.

2.6. Industries in 10 km Radius from Project Site

Table 4. Industries in 10 km radius from project site S. No. Industries Type of Industries 1. Mahavir Spinning Mills Ltd. manufacture & Supply Of Sewing Thread Phagwara Road, Hoshiarpur (Cotton & Polyester) & Cotton Yarn 2. APPL Industries Ltd. Plastic Resin Manufacturer 3. Mahavir Spinning mills Ltd., Thread manufacturers Mercerised Division, Hoshiarpur

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4. Hawkins Cookers Ltd., Phagwara Manufacturer of futura pressure cooker Road, Hoshiarpur 5. Usha Martians ltd., Chohal, Produces high quality wires and wire ropes Hoshiarpur 6. Manufacturer of annealed flat black bars, The Kakkar Complex Steels Pvt. ground flat steel bars & precision ground flat Ltd., Chak Gujaran, Hoshiarpur bars 7. Amrit Papers Ltd., Saila Khurad, Paper Product Dealers Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur 8. JCT Mills Ltd., Filament Manufacturer of textiles and filament yarn Division, Chohal, Hoshiarpur 9. Reliance Industries Ltd., Chohal, Fibre Manufacturers Hoshiarpur (Unit-I) 10. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation, Ltd. Dhaha, Lubricant oil manufacturer Hoshiarpur 11. GNA Axles pvt. Ltd., Mehtiana, Exporter of auto parts like gear, axel, starter Hoshiarpur (Unit-I) drives, engine mounting, storage tanks and pressure vessels Manufacturer and supplier of ring gears 12. GNA Duraparts Pvt. Ltd., Exporter of rear axle shaft, axle spindle crown Mehtiana, Hoshiarpur (Unit-II) pinion ser manufacturer and supplier of internal ring gears, hub reduction gears, straight bevel gears

13. Indian Sucrose ltd. Mukerian, Manufacturers of different types of sugars like Hoshiarpur White Crystal Cane Sugar, Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Kathali Sugar, Icing Sugar etc. 14. Reliance Industries ltd. Chohal, Fibre manufacturer Hoshiarpur (Unit-II) 15. International Tractor Ltd. Chak Manufacturer of tractors Gujaran, Hoshiarpur 16. Exporter of ligno h powder, sodium ligno GreenCone Environs Pvt. Ltd., sulphonate powder supplier and manufacturer saila khurd, Hoshiarpur of ligno sulphonate powder, sodium ligno sulphonate powder 17. Clean Plast,Nasrala, Hoshiarpur Service Provider of oxygen gas cylinder, gas regulator & cng gas cylinder 18. A.B. Distillery, Randhawa, Sugar manufacturing, paper manufacturing, Dasuya, Hoshiarpur distillery and food processing. 19. Punjab Agro Juice Ltd., Jahan Manufacture and marketing of different Khellan, Hoshiarpur 2 variants of fruit drinks 20. GNA Duraparts, Mehtiana, Exporter of rear axle shaft, axle spindle crown Hoshiarpur (Unit-III) pinion ser manufacturer and supplier of internal ring gears, hub reduction gears, straight bevel gears.

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21. Double Barrel Jean India Pvt. Manufacturer of Men Formal Trouser, Men Ltd., Tuto Mazara, Mahilpur, Stretchable Jeans, Kids Formal Trouser, Hoshiarpur Kids Jeans and Kids Dresses 22. AAY ESS Silk Mills Pvt. Ltd., Readymade Garment Wholesalers Chak Gujran, Hoshiarpur 23. Manufacturing and marketing specialty Asian Lignin Pvt. Ltd., Saila chemicals based on high-purity, sulphur-free, khurd, Garshankar, Hoshiarpur tree-free Lignins

2.7. Project Description

Table 5. Project Details DETAILS EXISTING ADDITIONAL TOTAL AFTER PROPOSED EXPANSION Activity Sugar Manufacturing Unit and Co-generation power plant Plot Area (sqm) 6,87,966 sqm (170 Acres) - 6,87,966 sqm (170 Acres) Sugar Mill Area- 59 acre - Sugar Mill Area- 59 acre Production Capacity Sugar - 7000 TCD Sugar - 5000 TCD Sugar - 12,000 TCD Co-generation power Co-generation power Co-generation power plant plant - 33 MW plant - 4 MW - 37 MW Estimated Cost 208 Crore 170 Crore 378 Crore Employment 217 33 250 Power Requirement 9000 kW 4500 kW 13500 kW DG Sets 1x500 KVA and 1x725 - 1x500 KVA and 1x725 KVA KVA Boiler 80 TPH and 120 TPH 2x32 TPH 80 TPH, 120 TPH & 2x32 TPH Air Pollution Control Stack, Wet Scrubber, Wet scrubber Stack, Wet Scrubber, Devices Electrostatic Precipitator Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) (ESP) Total Water 6166 KLD 1563 KLD 7729 KLD Requirement Fresh Water 859 KLD (-) 251 KLD 608 KLD Requirement Waste Water 2142 KLD 240 KLD 2185 KLD Generation Water Source Bore Well - Bore Well Water Pollution STP - 250 KLD - STP - 250 KLD Control Devices ETP - 3500 KLD ETP - 3500 KLD Rain Water 3 no. 5 no. 8 no. Harvesting Pit

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Table 6. Land Area Details PARTICULAR TOTAL AREA (Acres) % AREA Sugar Division 59 34.7 Cogeneration 3 1.8 Distillery Unit 24 14.1 Residential Area 12 7.1 Green Belt Area 55 32.3 Ash Disposal area 7 4.1 Agricultural Land 10 5.9 Total Area 170 Acres 100

Figure 11. Land USe Pie chart of the project site

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Figure 12. Layout Plan Sugar Plant Area

Figure 13. Sugar Plant Area on the layout

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A. SUGAR

Table 7. Details of Product S. No PRODUCT Existing Quantity Additional Total After (Tonnes/day) Proposed Expansion Quantity (Tonnes/day) (Tonnes/day) 1 L Quality Sugar (31) 77 55 132 2 M Quality Sugar (31) 616 440 1056 3 S Quality Sugar (31) 77 55 132 Total 770 550 1320

B. CO- GENERATION POWER PLANT

Table 8. Details of Co-Generation Power plant S. No PRODUCT Existing Additional Total After Proposed Expansion 1. Export Power 23 MW - 23 MW Captive Power 10 MW 4 MW 14 MW Total Power Generation 33 MW 4 MW 37 MW 2.10. Details of Raw Material The linkage for raw materials will be open market and will be sourced mainly through agricultural lands. The transportation of raw material and finished product will be done by roads through trucks. There is a well developed road structure and connectivity through SH- 24. No additional road infrastructure will be required for transportation.

Table 9. Details of raw materail S.No. Raw Material Daily Consumption Daily Consumption Daily Consumption (Existing) (Additional (Total After Proposed) Expansion) 1 Lime 10.5 MT 7.5 MT 18 MT 2 Sulphur 4.2 MT 5 MT 7.2 MT 3 Biocide 70 kg/day 50 kg/day 120 kg/day 4 Magnafloc 21 kg/day 15 kg/day 36 kg/day 5 Phosphoric Acid 35 kg/day 25 kg/day 60 kg/day 6 Colour 100 kg/day 70 kg/day 170 kg/day Precipitation 7 Sugarcane 7,000 TCD 5,000 TCD 12,000 TCD

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2.11.1. Sugar

2.11.1.1. Process

(i) Washing, Cutting of Canes, Shredding: ● Washing the sugarcane before processing i.e. removing dirty ● Cutting operation is the first operation in industry. ● Cutters are mechanical equipment which is used to cut the canes into desired size ● Shredder is used to remove leaves and undesired solid particles from cane. (ii) Milling ● Milling is the process of crushing the sticks of sugar cane to extract the juice. ● The shredded cane is fed through a series of crushing mills to extract the sugar rich juice. ● Consists of three roller mills connected in series: ⮚ Top roller ⮚ Feed roller ⮚ Discharge roller ● These used to extract the juice from crushing sticks. ● To make the mill process more efficient, the poor juices of the subsequent milling are reprocessed (mashing process) and hot water is applied in the last milling to increase the extraction. ● Bagasse is produced as a byproduct.

Figure 14. Milling process (iii) Clarification ● In the clarification process sludge, mud, suspended & colloidal particles are removed by some chemical compounds. ● Raw cane juice is filled in a clarifier (conical shape vessel), where phosphoric acid, lime & Sulphur dioxide are mixed with the help of agitator.

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● When these chemicals are mixed, suspended and colloidal particles are collected in flock and resulting in settling down. ● Neat and clean juice comes out from the upper section of clarifier, sludge and mud are collected in the bottom and drainage to rotary filter. a. Calcium phosphate: as flocculant

b. Lime & SO2: acts as bleaching agent c. CO2: acts as acidifying agent (iv) Filtration ● Clarified mud from the clarifier is further filtered in a rotary filter. Mud & sludge are stuck on the periphery of the rotating drum by the action of the section. Solid cake is removed from the drum by a doctor blade.

Figure 15. Clarifier

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Figure 16. Rotary Filter (v) Evaporation ● Evaporators are used in the process industry to concentrate liquids. ● The operation is performed normally by use of low pressure, dry & saturated steam. ● The evaporator consists of a heat exchanger in the inner section. ● In the evaporator feed interred at the upper section and concentrated thick liquor exit at bottom section. ● Multiple effect evaporator increases quality.

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(vi) Pan Boiling ● The syrup is again treated with sulphur dioxide before being sent to the pan station for crystallization of sugar. Crystallization takes place in single- effect vacuum pans, where the syrup is evaporated until saturated with sugar. At this point “seed grain” is added to serve as a nucleus for the sugar crystals, and more syrup is added as water evaporates. (vii) Centrifugation ● The massecuite from crystallizer is drawn into revolving machines called centrifuges. The perforated lining retains the sugar crystals, which may be washed with water, if desired. The mother liquor “molasses” passes through the lining because of the centrifugal force exerted and after the sugar is “purged” it is cut down leaving the centrifuge ready for another charge of massecuite. ● Centrifuge operated at 100-1800 rpm. ● Sugar crystals are washed with 85o C ● Raw Sugar and molasses produced (viii) Gradation & Packing ● The final product in the form of sugar crystal is dropped through the pan section and this sugar is graded and picked in 50 kg bags. The grade of the sugar depends on the size of the crystal viz. Small (S), Medium (M) and Large (L).

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2.11.1.2. Process Flow

Figure 18. Process Flow Diagram 2.11.2. Co-Generation

2.11.2.1. Process

AB Sugar proposes to expand the current 33 MW cogeneration bagasse plant to 37 MW, the peculiarities of manufacturing process are as follows: This is a simple three step process namely Water preparation, Steam Generation and Power Generation. The steam turbine operates on basic principles of thermodynamics. After leaving the boiler, superheated vapour enters the turbine at high temperature and high pressure. The high heat/pressure steam is converted into kinetic energy using a nozzle (a fixed nozzle in an impulse type turbine or the fixed blades in a reaction type turbine). Once the steam has left the nozzle it is moving at high velocity and is sent to the blades of the turbine. A force is created on the blades due to the pressure of the vapour on the blades causing them to move. A generator or other such device can be placed on the shaft, and the energy that was in the vapour can now be stored and used. The gas exits the turbine as a saturated vapour at a lower temperature and pressure than it entered with and is sent to the condenser to be cooled (During off season). During the Crushing season after desuperheating, the exit steam from Power Turbine is sent to the evaporator to evaporate juice and its condensate return to the boiler.

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2.11.2.2. Process Flow

Figure 19. Process Flow 2.12. Material Balance

Figure 20. Material Balance 2.13. Plant Machinery

List of Plant and Machinery is given in Section D of the EIA Report.

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2.14.1. During Construction Phase

For the expansion part, only additional plants/machineries are required; hence, no construction will be done related to the process.

2.14.2. During Operation Phase

Figure 21. Flow chart of activities during operation phase 2.15. Components of the Project

2.15.1. Manpower

During installation phase: There will be a temporary influx of 50 no. per day of labour for installing the unit. During operation phase: The total number of employees proposed in the plant is around 250 persons which is explained below.

Table 10. Manpower Total Employees 250 (Existing-217 ; Proposed- 33)

Visitors 30

Total Population after Expansion 280

2.15.2. Power and Fuel Requirement

● Total power requirement after expansion: 13,500 KW (9,000 KW existing). ● Source: In House Co-Generation Power Plant ● Power Backup: 1 x 500 KVA and 1 x 725 KVA Existing (Fuel-HSD)

2.15.3. Water Management

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● During Operation phase: Source of water: Borewell The existing water consumption is around 6166 KLD and after expansion it is estimated as 7729 KLD. In the existing unit, the present total waste water generation from Unit is 2142 KLD including 108 KLD of domestic waste water. Process wastewater is being treated with an ETP of 3500 KLD & domestic waste waters in STP of 250 KLD. After expansion, total waste water generation will be 1222 KLD including 108 KLD of domestic waste water. The capacity of STP & ETP will remain the same as it will suffice for the treatment of increased waste water.

2.15.4. Air Management

During Installation Phase: There will be generation of dust during transportation and installation of machineries.

➢ Water sprinkling shall be done at the location where dust generation is anticipated. ➢ Vehicles used in transportation of machineries will be kept fully covered & have PUC certificate. During Operation Phase:

➢ Ash generated from the Boiler is being transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and avoid air emission. Same shall be done after expansion. ➢ The major source of air pollutants in the plant is 120 TPH and 80 TPH boilers for which ESP and wet scrubber are installed with proper stack height as per CPCB norms. Same shall be done for the proposed Boilers of capacity 2x32 TPH. ➢ DG sets of capacity 1x750 kVA & 1x500 kVA have been installed with 6m stack height above the shed height. ➢ To avoid odour of Press mud, it is being directly sent to the brick manufacturers & farmers without storing in the premises. ➢ Green development is done within the plant premises. The plantation work for green belt development is being carried out as per CPCB guidelines. ➢ Ambient air quality is being regularly monitored to ensure that ambient air quality standards and suggested limits are met at all the time. Same shall be monitored after the proposed expansion. ➢ Online monitoring system shall be installed for continuous monitoring of air. 2.15.5. Solid Waste Management

During installation phase: Approx. 8 kg/day of municipal solid waste will be generated and shall be disposed off at MSW Site. During Operation phase:

Municipal Waste

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Approx. 40 kg/day (Existing: 34 kg/day & Proposed: 6 kg/day) of municipal solid waste will be generated after expansion out of which biodegradable waste of 28 kg/day (Existing:24 kg/day & Proposed: 4 kg/day) shall be disposed to Solid Waste Disposal Site. Recyclable waste of 12 kg/day (Existing:10 kg/day & Proposed: 2 kg/day) shall be given to the approved recycler.

Process Waste (Non-Hazardous) There is a generation of Bagasse from Cane crushing, molasses and Press mud/filter cake from process, and Ash from Boiler. Details are given in Chapter 10 of EIA Report (Section C).

Hazardous Waste Approximately 15 lt/month of used oil is being generated from the DG Sets. It is disposed of in leak proof containers & disposed only to authorized re-processors/ authorized common collection centers provided the oil meets the standards as per schedule -5 Part A rules. Approximately 2000 kg/day (Existing: 1100 kg/day and Proposed: 900 kg/day) of ETP sludge shall be generated from waste water of ETP after expansion. It shall be Stored in a secured manner and sent to authorized TSDF. 2.16. Project Implementation Schedule

Implementation of a project within a predetermined time frame is an important factor for the success of a project. Timely implementation saves on various costs like interest, administrative overheads and helps to realize the goals as per predetermined objectives. Implementation of the project involves coordination of different activities at various levels of the firm and amongst different outside agencies. After getting Environment Clearance, the Consent To establish will be taken and then the installation work will start. From the date of start, the implementation schedule envisages completion of the project in 10 months. It is considered that preliminary activities such as obtaining necessary statutory clearance like Consent to operate etc. for proposed projects and financial arrangements for the implementation of the project will be made at proper dates. The major activities to be carried out at site during project work are as follows:

Table 11. Project Implementation Schedule S.No. Activity Time Period (in Months)

1 Civil Work 03 Months

2 Procurement of machinery 03 Months

3 Erection & installation of machinery 02 Months

4 Trail of machinery & equipment 01 Months

5 Commercial activity 01 Months

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Figure 22. Construction Schedule Chart

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To cover environmental baseline status, following aspects have been covered: - The baseline data is generated through field study within the impact zone (Core Zone and Buffer Zone) for various components of the environment viz. Air, Noise, Water, Land, Ecology and Socioeconomic. The baseline environmental quality has been assessed from post monsoon Season (October 2017 to December 2017) and additional one-month revalidated data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018 in a study area of 10 km radius from the project site. While generating the baseline status of the physical and biological environment of the study area, the concept of impact zone has been considered. The impact zone selection is based on preliminary screening and modelling studies. The methodology for measurement of various environmental indices is as follows: 3.1. Methodology

Table 12. Methodology S. No. Functional Area Methodology

1 Micro-meteorological Data Site specific Micro-Meteorological Data has been used for the study. The important parameters considered are temperature, humidity & wind speed.

2 Ambient Air Quality The ambient air quality monitoring was done to assess the ambient air quality in one season (October 2017 to December 2017) and additional one-month revalidated data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018. The guidelines for selections of ambient air monitoring stations given in IS – 5182 part 14, 2000 were followed.

3 Water Quality To assess the water quality of the proposed area, Grab, Composite & Integrated sampling done for water sample collection. Water samples were taken as per the Standard Methods (IS & APHA, 23rd Edition 2017). Necessary precautions were taken for the preservation of samples. The physical parameters viz. pH, temperature and conductivity were measured at site using a portable water analyser.

4 Ambient Noise Quality At each station noise level was monitored for 24-hours. For each measurement, dB (A) readings were taken for every 15 minutes for 24 hrs once in a season to get Leq values.

5 Soil Quality Augur method was used for soil sampling and samples were collected at 15 cm depth after removing the upper crust.

6 Topography, Land-form and Land The land use/ land cover map has been generated on

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Use 1:50,000 scale using Satellite imagery, topographical maps, Survey of India and ground truth information.

7 Biological Environment Primary and secondary data collection has been done by the Ecology and Biodiversity team for the study of flora and fauna in the core and Buffer Zone.

8 Socio-Economic Environment For demography and socioeconomics, block wise data has been collected and used for the assessment of impacts.

3.2. Meteorology Climatic Conditions (As per Indian Meteorological Data, Kapurthala, Punjab)

The proposed project “Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) by “AB Sugars Ltd, Village- Randhawa, Tehsil – Dasuya, District- Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The meteorological data from Indian Meteorological Station was processed for the nearest IMD station at Kapurthala, Punjab which has been utilized for the study. The important parameters considered are temperature, humidity, wind speed, wind direction and rainfall. The meteorological data of last ten years (1985-1995) as recorded at Kapurthala, Punjab are given below:

3.2.1. Temperature

The maximum temperature of the area was recorded as 47.7 oC in May (1988) whereas the minimum temperature of the area was recorded 0.6oC in December (1989). Data of the maximum and minimum temperature are given below:

Table 13. Temperature Temperature (0C) Month Year H Max. Year L Min. Year MMax. Year MMin. January 1991 27.7 1988,1990 1.0 1990 19.2 1988 3.4 February 1985 28.2 1989 1.3 1985 23.2 1988 5.3 March 1985 34.1 1988 5.6 1985 29.5 1988 10.2 April 1988 42.5 1989 9.0 1988 36.9 1991 14.5 May 1988 47.7 1986 11.8 1988 42.7 1987 19.6 June 1988 47.3 1985,1987 20.0 1988 42.4 1986,1990 24.5 July 1987 45.5 1987 17.1 1987 40.7 1990 23.1 August 1987 41.2 1986 17.8 1987 36.2 1989 23.4 September 1987 39.5 1986,1990 17.8 1987 36.9 1989 22.1 October 1987 36.2 1987 10.3 1989 32.5 1987 15.3 November 1986 32.1 1987 4.5 1987 27.6 1987 7.6 December 1987 25.0 1989 0.6 1987 20.9 1987 3.5 (Source: IMD, Station- Kapurthala from 1985-1995)

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Figure 23. Highest maximum temperature

Figure 24. Lowest Mnimum Temperature

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Figure 25. Mean Maximum temperature

Figure 26. Mean Minimum temperature 3.2.2. Relative Humidity

The Maximum relative humidity was recorded as 97 % in January 1991. Minimum relative humidity was recorded as 41% in June 1987. The humidity figures show that area is semi-arid.

Table 14. Relative Humidity Humidity (%) Month Year Max Year Min January 1991 97 1985 62 February 1990 91 1989 55 March 1990 83 1985 63 April 1990 76 1986,1988 53 May 1987 79 1985 43 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 40 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

June 1990 69 1987 41 July 1988 88 1987 63 August 1990 93 1987 68 September 1988 90 1987 68 October 1988 85 1987 66 November 1988 86 1987 67 December 1989 91 1987 76 (Source: IMD, Station- Kapurthala from 1985-1995)

Figure 27. Maximum Humidity

Figure 28. Minimum Humidity 3.2.3. Rainfall

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September are the wettest months and are considered as monsoon season. The Average Annual Rainfall is 268.8 mm.

Table 15. Rainfall Rainfall (mm)

Month Year Max Year Min Average

January 1989 96.4 1988 1.6 8.9

February 1995 69.9 1985 1.4 13.2

March 1988 86.2 1995 7.3 12.3

April 1986 46.5 1990 1.4 8.0

May 1987 182.7 1995 2.1 11.3

June 1986 44.4 1988 2 8.2

July 1985 422.3 1987 42.8 78.6

August 1990 256.4 1993 18.9 47.1

September 1988 591.4 1985 11 59

October 1987 58.4 1994 2.5 11.2

November 1992 17.0 1985 1.9 2.6

December 1985 25.7 1995 2.5 8.4

(Source: IMD, Station- Kapurthala from 1985-1995)

Figure 29. Maximum Rainfall

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Figure 30. Minimum Rainfall 3.2.4. Wind Speed

Wind Speed Mean Maximum 9.4 Km/hr in February 1985 and Mean Minimum 0.2 km/hr in May (1994), February (1989).

Table 16. Wind speed Wind Speed (km/hr) Month Mean Max Mean Min Year Wind speed Year Wind speed (km/hr) (km/hr) January 1989 4.1 1994 0.3 February 1985 9.4 1989 0.2 March 1988 9.0 1991 0.9 April 1992,1995 5.2 1994 0.4 May 1987 4.0 1994 0.2 June 1992 1.9 1995 0.4 July 1987 6.8 1994 0.5 August 1985 8.6 1988 0.9 September 1988 4.0 1986 1.0 October 1991 6.6 1985,1990 0.7 November 1986 4.4 1994 0.3 December 1989 5.5 1987 0.8 (Source: IMD, Station- Kapurthala from 1985-1995)

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Figure 31. Mean maximum wind speed

Figure 32. Mean maximum wind speed 3.2.5. Wind Direction

Table 17. Wind direction Month Direction Calm January North 50% February North 34% March North 34% April North 34% May North 49% June North 46% July East 33%

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August North 39% September North 38% October North 34% November North 47% December North 28% (Source: IMD, Station- Kapurthala from 1985-1995) The predominant wind direction is North to South. Seasonal Windrose Diagram Annual Windrose

Figure 33. Annual windrose Summer Windrose

Figure 34. Summer windrose Winter Windrose

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Figure 35. Winter windrose Post-Monsoon Windrose

Figure 36. Post monsoon windrose 3.3. Micro- Meteorological Data

A weather station was installed near the site for hourly monitoring of temperature, humidity, wind speed, wind direction and rainfall data for post monsoon Season (October 2017 to December 2017) and one-month additional data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018. Average data is given below:

Table 18. Micrometeorological Data Month Temperature (oC) Humidity (%) Wind speed (m/s) Max Min Mean Max Min Mean Max Min Mean 1st October-31st October 29.0 14 24.4 87 23 53.8 4.4 1.0 2.0 2017

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1st November-30th 36.0 6.0 17.6 90 16.0 52.4 8.8 0.3 3.8 November 2017 1st December- 31st 25 2.0 13.5 89 16.0 52.8 5.8 0.3 2.4 December 2017 Revalidated Micro Meteorological data 15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

Table 19. Revalidated Micro meteorological data Month Temperature(oC) Humidity (%) Wind speed (m/s) Max Min Mean Max Min Mean Max Min Mean 15 March 2018- 15 April 2018 34.0 8.0 21.0 98.0 24.0 73.0 6.3 0.5 3.4 Wind rose Diagram Post Monsoon Season (Oct 2017 – Dec 2017):

Figure 37. Micro meteorological windrose (Oct-Dec 2017) Revalidated Wind rose Diagram 15th March 2018 -15th April 2018:

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Figure 38. Revalidated micro meteorological windrose (15 April, 2018- 15 May 2018) 3.4. Ambient Air Quality

The ambient air quality monitoring was done to assess the ambient air quality of the study area i.e onsite and 10 km buffer zone. Eight sampling stations were selected for a period of three months i.e. October 2017 to December 2017 and additional one month data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018 (2 onsite location, Randhawa village, Mangarh village, Kala Jhingra, Berchha village, Bajwa village, Panwan Village) done by M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt Ltd for the purpose of ambient air quality monitoring. The selected sites are located within the core zone and buffer zone (10 km radius).

3.4.1. Sampling Station Selection

The sampling sites were selected so as to monitor and evaluate the impacts or hazards due to accidental release of chemicals into the environment. The number of the sampling stations were selected as per the National ambient air quality standards which says that for the industrial projects, sampling stations should have at least Eight stations. Selection of sampling stations was done as per IS 5182 (P-14) 2000 and guideline of CPCB NAAQS, 2009. The location is dependent on the wind rose diagram that gives predominant wind direction and speed. The monitoring station were in area that were downwind from the source. The location of Air sampling stations for October 2017 to December 2017 and additional one month data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018 monitoring season is shown below:

Table 20. Ambient Air Sampling Location Station Location Distance & Direction Project area / Environmental code from project area study area Significance Onsite Within site in north A1 Industrial Area Existing ambient direction air quality at core Onsite Within site in south A2 Industrial Area zone direction A3 Randhawa village 0.66 km, SE Residential Area A4 Mangarh village 1.37 km, SE Residential Area A5 Kala Jhingra 1.49 km,SW Residential Area Existing air quality A6 Berchha village 1.85 km, West Residential Area at Buffer Zone A7 Bajwa village 2.14 km, NNW Residential Area A8 Panwan Village 2.22 km,North Residential Area

The predominant wind direction is from North to South. To study the present ambient air scenario total six locations were selected. A1: Onsite upwind direction within the site in the north direction. A2: Onsite downwind direction within the site in south direction

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A3: Randhawa village is moderately populated & located in SE direction of site. SH-24 is adjacent to the village in the east direction. A4: Mangarh village is moderately populated & located in SE direction. SH-24 is adjacent to the village in east direction A5: Kala Jhingra is moderately populated & located in the South west direction of the project site. A6: Berchha village is moderately populated & located in the West direction. Village is connected by Berchha road to NH-1A & SH-24. A7: Village Bajwa is moderately populated & located in NNW direction. Dasuya -Hoshiarpur road (SH-24) is adjacent to the village in the West direction.

3.4.2. Ambient Air Sampling Locations

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Respirable Dust Samplers were used to collect samples for PM10 and PM2.5 in ambient air at a flow rate of 1.2 m3 /min. The ambient air was sucked through the cyclone and filter paper by a blower. Samples of gases were drawn at a flow rate of 0.5 litres per minute and were analysed in the laboratory. Monitoring was conducted in respect of the following parameters:

● Particulate Matter (PM10) ● Particulate Matter (PM2.5) ● Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) ● Oxides of Nitrogen (NO2) 3.4.4. Analytical Methods followed for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

I. Particulate Matter (PM2.5): (USEPA Quality Assurance Hand Book (Vol.II) Part II, Quality Assurance Guideline Document, 2.12): Particulate Matter (PM 2.5) was analyzed by Gravimetric Method. Particulate matter was collected on the 37 mm dia

glass micro fiber Filter Paper. PM2.5 value is determined from the values of volume of air passes through Ambient Fine Dust Sampler.

II. Particulate Matter (PM10) (IS: 5182 Part 23:2006): Particulate Matter (PM10) was carried out by Respirable Dust sampler as per IS: 5182(Part 23):2006. Particulate matter was collected on the GF/A Filter Paper. Particles with aerodynamics diameter less than the cut-point of the inlet are collected by the filter. The mass of these particles is determined by the difference in filter weight prior to and after sampling.

III. Sulphur dioxide (SO2) (IS: 5182; Part – II – 2001): Sulphur dioxide is absorbed by aspirating a measured air sample through a solution of Potassium or sodium tetrachloromercurate, TCM. This procedure results in the formation of a dichloro sulphite mercurate complex. The Sulphite Ion produced during sampling is reacted with sulphamic acid, formaldehyde and pararosaniline to form an azo dye and then determined colorimetrically. IV. Nitrogen Oxides (IS: 5182; Part – VI – 2006): Nitrogen dioxide is collected by bubbling air through a sodium hydroxide- sodium arsenite solution to form a stable solution of sodium Nitrite. The Nitrite Ion Produced during sampling is reacted with hydrogen peroxide, Sulphanilamide and NEDA to form an azodye and then determined colorimetrically.

3.4.5. Ambient Air Quality Results

At each station ambient air quality parameters i.e. PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx & CO was monitored twice a week for 3 months (October 2017 to December-2017) 24 hourly at uniform intervals.

Table 21. Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017)

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Location Min. Max. 98th Percentile Mean Min. Max. 98th Percentile Mean 3 3 PM2.5 (Standard – 60 µg/m ) PM10 (Standard – 100 µg/m )

A1 27.0 42.7 40.7 35.0 61.4 95 93.1 77.1 A2 29.8 47 44.9 38.6 67.7 104.8 102.6 85.0 A3 32.1 50.7 48.3 41.6 73.0 112.9 110.6 91.6 A4 33.9 53.5 51.0 43.9 77.0 119.2 104.6 96.7 A5 35.7 56.4 53.8 46.3 81.2 125.7 123.1 101.8 A6 30.4 47.9 45.7 39.4 69.0 106.8 85.8 86.6 A7 24.9 39.3 37.5 32.3 56.6 87.6 82.2 71.1 A8 23.9 37.7 36.0 31.0 54.3 84.0 82.2 68.0

Figure 40. Graph showing mean concentration of PM10 PM2.5 (Oct- Dec 2017)

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Table 22. Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017) 98th 98th Location Min. Max. Percentile Mean Min. Max. Percentile Mean

3 3 SO2 (Standard – 80 µg/m ) NO2 (Standard – 80 µg/m ) A1 6.8 10.9 10.2 8.7 18 28.1 26.2 23 A2 7.5 12 11.3 9.6 19.9 31 28.9 25.3 A3 8 12.9 12.2 10.4 21.4 33.4 31.1 27.3 A4 8.5 13.7 12.8 11 22.6 35.2 32.8 28.8 A5 8.9 14.4 13.5 11.6 23.8 37.8 34.6 30.4 A6 7.6 12.2 11.5 9.8 20.3 31.6 29.4 25.8 A7 6.2 10 9.4 8.1 16.6 25.9 24.1 21.2 A8 6 9.6 9.1 7.7 15.9 24.8 23.1 20.3

Figure 41. Graph showing concentration of SO2 & NO2 Ambient Air Quality Results (Oct-Dec 2017) 3.4.6. Data Interpretation

DATA INTERPRETATION AT CORE ZONE (October 2017 -December 2017):

3 3 A1- North Direction: The mean value of PM10 (77.1 µg/m ), PM2.5 (35.0 µg/m ), SO2 (8.7 3 3 µg/m ), & NO2 (23.0 µg/m ) are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

3 3 A2- South Direction: The mean value of PM10 (85.0 µg/m ), PM2.5 (38.6 µg/m ), SO2 (9.6 3 3 µg/m ), & NO2 (25.3 µg/m ) are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 52 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

Buffer zone air quality:

3 3 From the above results shown in tables, the mean values of PM10 (68.0 µg/m – 101.8 µg/m ), 3 3 3 3 3 PM2.5 (36.0 µg/m – 53.8 µg/m ), SO2 (9.1 µg/m – 13.3 µg/m ) & NO2 (20.3 µg/m – 30.4 µg/m3) in the buffer zone. The data shows that all the parameters in the buffer zone are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018

Table 23. Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 98th 98th Location Min. Max. Percentile Mean Min. Max. Percentile Mean

3 3 PM2.5 (Standard – 60 µg/m ) PM10 (Standard – 100 µg/m ) A1 31.9 38.7 37.2 35.2 69.2 90.3 82.2 77.2 A2 35.4 42.9 41.3 39.1 76.9 100.3 91.2 85.8 A3 38 46.1 44.3 41.9 82.5 107.6 97.9 92.1 A4 40.5 49.1 47.2 44.6 87.8 114.6 104.2 98 A5 42.7 51.8 49.8 47.1 92.7 120.9 110 103.4 A6 35.7 43.3 41.6 39.4 77.5 101.1 92 86.5 A7 29.5 35.8 34.4 32.6 64.1 83.6 76.1 71.6 A8 28.1 34.1 32.7 31 61 79.5 72.4 68

Figure 42. Graph showing Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018

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Table 24. Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 98th 98th Location Min. Max. Percentile Mean Min. Max. Percentile Mean

3 3 SO2 (Standard – 80 µg/m ) NO2 (Standard – 80 µg/m ) A1 7.1 10.3 8.9 8.5 17.9 24.9 24.2 21.8 A2 7.8 11.5 9.9 9.4 19.9 27.6 26.9 24.1 A3 8.4 12.3 10.6 10.1 21.3 29.6 28.9 26 A4 9 13.1 11.3 10.8 22.7 31.5 30.7 27.7 A5 9.5 13.8 11.9 11.4 24 33.3 32.4 29.2 A6 7.9 11.6 10 9.5 20 27.8 27.1 24.5 A7 6.5 9.6 8.2 7.9 16.6 23 22.4 20.2 A8 6.2 9.1 7.8 7.5 15.8 21.9 21.3 19.2

Figure 43. Graph showing Revalidated Ambient Air Results 15th March 2018 – 15th April 2018 The Table given below shows the Air Quality Index (AQI) range & category:

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Figure 44. Air Quality Index Source: CPCB

Table 25. AQI Value Location Highest Sub-Index Parameter AQI Value AQI

A1 PM10 77 Satisfactory

A2 PM10 86 Satisfactory

A3 PM10 92 Satisfactory

A4 PM10 98 Satisfactory

A5 PM10 102 Moderate

A6 PM10 87 Satisfactory

A7 PM10 72 Satisfactory

A8 PM10 68 Satisfactory

3.4.7. Data Interpretation

ADDITIONAL ONE MONTH DATA (15th March-15th April 2018) INTERPRETATION AT CORE ZONE

3 3 A1- North Direction: The mean value of PM10 (77.2 µg/m ), PM2.5 (35.2 µg/m ), SO2 (8.5 3 3 µg/m ), & NO2 (21.8 µg/m ) are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

3 3 A2- South Direction: The mean value of PM10 (85.8 µg/m ), PM2.5 (39.1 µg/m ), SO2 (9.4 3 3 µg/m ), & NO2 (24.1 µg/m ) are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Buffer zone air quality:

3 3 From the above results shown in tables, the mean values of PM10 (68.0 µg/m – 103.4 µg/m ), 3 3 3 3 3 PM2.5 (31.0 µg/m – 47.1 µg/m ), SO2(7.5 µg/m – 11.4 µg/m ) & NO2 (19.2 µg/m – 29.2

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µg/m3) in the buffer zone. The data shows that all the parameters in the buffer zone are within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Thus it can be concluded that the ambient air quality of the study area is within the limits of the NAAQS. As per Air quality Index, CPCB air quality of the study area lies in the range of satisfactory i.e. there may be minor breathing discomfort to sensitive people. 3.5. Noise Quality

Continuous, temporal and spatial variations occur in ambient noise levels depending on the type of surrounding activities. The impact of noise on the health of an individual depends on physical dose of noise level, frequency, intermittency etc. and human factors (age, health status, type of activity, occupational exposure). The impact due to noise undergoes seasonal variations except some directional changes depending upon the predominant wind direction. Noise levels have been measured for 9 locations. The baseline study of noise levels in the study area of 2 km has been carried out by selecting the noise monitoring locations based on the following criteria: Proximity of the noise generating source to the human settlements The major source of noise in the site surrounding the area is increased urbanisation, vehicular movement at day time and Ambient base noise at night. The impacts from these sources are expected to be captured in the levels of noise measured in the site-specific background noise monitoring study.

3.5.1. Sampling Locations

As per CPCB guidelines, site of an area shall be selected such that it meets the land use pattern e.g. Industrial, Commercial, Residential & Silence Zone. As per the site location, the type of location that was selected: industrial location, roads, and residential area lies within the core and buffer area. The influence of ambient air noise pollution is more in nearby sites, so study was conducted in the area located within 2 km radius of the project location. The sampling area for noise impact assessment lies within the core and buffer zone (10 km radius). About 9 stations were selected (2 Onsite locations, Randhawa village, Mangarh village, Bhana Village, Berchha village, Bajwa village, SH-24, NH-1A) to assess the noise level of the proposed area. Location of Noise sampling stations are described below and locations are given below.

Table 26. Ambient noise Sampling Locations Station Location Distance & Direction Project area / study Environmental No. from project area area Significance Onsite (North) Within Site North Existing Ambient N1 Industrial area Direction Noise quality at core Onsite (South) Within Site South zone N2 Industrial area Direction Randhawa 0.66 km, SE Residential Area Existing Ambient N3 village Noise quality at buffer

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Mangarh 1.37 km, SE Residential Area zone N4 village N5 Bhana Village 1.57 km,SSE Residential Area Berchha 1.85 km, West Residential Area N6 village N7 Bajwa village 2.14 km, NNW Residential Area N8 SH-24 0.11 km, East Commercial Area N9 NH-1A 0.45 km, West Commercial Area

Figure 45. Location of noise sampling on topographical Map 3.5.2. Methodology At each station noise level was monitored for 24-hours simultaneously. For each measurement, dB (A) readings were taken for every 15 minutes for 24 hrs in a season to get Leq values.

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Table 27. AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY RESULTS, OCTOBER 2017 to DECEMBER 2017 Day time Night time L Day L Night (6.00 A.M to (10.00 P.M Project area / eq eq S. No. Locations noise level noise level 10.00 P.M) to 6.00 A.M) study area dB(A) dB(A) Standard (Leq Standard in dB(A) (Leq in dB(A) Core zone noise quality N1 Onsite (North) Industrial area 52.8 46.1 75 70 N2 Onsite (South) Industrial area 55.3 48.1 75 70 Buffer Zone Noise Quality Randhawa Residential Area N3 55 45 village 45.2 40.8 Mangarh Residential Area N4 55 45 village 53.8 47.5 N5 Bhana Village Residential Area 45.2 40.8 55 45 Berchha Residential Area N6 55 45 village 52.8 47.2 N7 Bajwa village Residential Area 50.2 43.4 55 45 N8 SH-24 Commercial Area 63.1 54.7 65 55 N9 NH-1A Commercial Area 73.1 66.6 65 55

Figure 46. Graph showing AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY RESULTS, OCTOBER 2017 TO DECEMBER 2017

AMBIENT NOISE QUALITY RESULTS -15 MARCH- 15 APRIL 2018

Table 28. Ambient noise results (15th March 2018- 15th April 2018)

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Day time Night time L Day L Night (6.00 A.M to (10.00 P.M Project area / eq eq S. No. Locations noise level noise level 10.00 P.M) to 6.00 A.M) study area dB(A) dB(A) Standard (Leq Standard in dB(A) (Leq in dB(A) Core zone noise quality N1 Onsite (North) Industrial area 53.1 46.3 75 70 N2 Onsite (South) Industrial area 55.9 48.1 75 70 Buffer Zone Noise Quality Randhawa Residential Area N3 55 45 village 45.3 40.6 Mangarh Residential Area N4 55 45 village 54.1 48.3 N5 Bhana Village Residential Area 52.3 46.1 55 45 Berchha Residential Area N6 55 45 village 53.1 49.2 N7 Bajwa village Residential Area 50.5 45.7 55 45 N8 SH-24 Commercial Area 63.2 54.9 65 55 N9 NH-1A Commercial Area 73.3 66.4 65 55 (Source of Standards: CPCB standards for Noise Pollution (Regulation & control) Rules, Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd. (NABL Accredited)

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such by the competent authority. The permissible limit is 50 dB at day time and 40 dB at night time. 4. The permissible limit of ambient air in respect of noise in residential zone is 55 dB in day time and 45 dB in night time. 5. The permissible limit of ambient air in respect of noise in commercial zone is 65dB i day time and 55 dB at night time. 6. The permissible limit of ambient air in respect of noise in the Industrial zone is 75 dB during the day and 70 dB at night time.

3.5.3. Data Interpretation: The Ambient Noise Quality results October 2017 to December 2017 are summarized above. The results are discussed below:

Core Zone: N1 & N2: The ambient noise level during day time at the proposed project site varies from 52.8 dB (A) to 55.3 dB (A) which are within the standard limit of Industrial area ~ 75 dB (A). During night the noise level at the project site ranges from 46.1 dB (A) to 48.1 dB (A) which are within the standard limit of Industrial area 70.0 dB (A).

Buffer Zone:

N3: The ambient noise level in residential area i.e Randhawa Village is 45.2 dB (A) which is within the day time noise standard limit of industrial area are ~ 55.0 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 40.8 dB (A) which is within the night-time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

N4: The noise level at Mangarh Village is 53.8 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 47.5 dB (A) which is higher than the standard limit of residential area are ~ 45 dB (A) due to vehicular activity at SH-24 which is adjacent to Village.

N5: The ambient noise level in residential area i.e. Bhana Village is 45.2 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 40.8 dB (A) which within the night-time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A) .

N6: The noise level of Berchha village is 52.8 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level is 47.2 dB (A) within the night- time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

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N7: The noise level of Bajwa village is 50.2 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level is 43.4 dB (A) within the night- time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

N8: The noise level of SH-24 is 63.1 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of commercial area of ~ 65 dB (A) . During night the noise level is 54.7 dB (A) which is within the standard limits of commercial area ~ 55 dB (A).

N9: The noise level of NH-A1 is 73.1 dB (A) which is higher than the standard limit of commercial area of ~ 65 dB (A) due to vehicular moment at the road. During night the noise level is 66.6 dB (A) which is also higher than the standard limits of commercial area ~ 55 dB (A) due to vehicular movement at the road.

Data interpretation of Additional Ambient Noise quality results March 2018:

Core Zone: N1 & N2: The ambient noise level during day time at the proposed project site varies from 53.1 dB (A) to 55.9 dB (A) which are within the standard limit of Industrial area ~ 75 dB (A). During night the noise level at the project site ranges from 46.3 dB (A) to 48.1 dB (A) which are within the standard limit of Industrial area 70.0 dB (A).

Buffer Zone:

N3: The ambient noise level in residential area i.e Randhawa Village is 45.3 dB (A) which is within the day time noise standard limit of industrial area are ~ 55.0 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 40.6 dB (A) which is within the night-time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

N4: The noise level at Mangarh Village is 54.1 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 48.3 dB (A) which is higher than the standard limit of residential area are ~ 45 dB (A) due to vehicular activity at SH-24 which is adjacent to Village .

N5: The ambient noise level in residential area i.e. Bhana Village is 52.3 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level was recorded 46.1 dB (A) which is slightly higher than the night-time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A) due to vehicular activity at SH-24 which is adjacent to Village.

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N6: The noise level of Berchha village is 53.1 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level is 49.2 dB (A) within the night- time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

N7: The noise level of Bajwa village is 50.5 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of residential area are ~ 55 dB (A). During night the noise level is 45.7 dB (A) within the night- time noise standard limit of ~ 45.0 dB (A).

N8: The noise level of SH-24 is 63.2 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of commercial area of ~ 65 dB (A) . During night the noise level is 54.9 dB (A) which is within the standard limits of commercial area ~ 55 dB (A).

N9: The noise level of NH-A1 is 73.3 dB (A) which is higher than the standard limit of commercial area of ~ 65 dB (A) due to vehicular moment at the road. During night the noise level is 66.4 dB (A) which is also higher than the standard limits of commercial area ~ 55 dB (A) due to vehicular movement at the road.

3.6. Water Regime

Geological Formation The Upper Shivalik and the Quaternary deposits constitute the main geological formations of the area. The Upper Shivalik comprises conglomerate beds, friable sandstone, siltstone and clay beds. Stray pebbles of granite, limestone and sandstone are also present. Sandstones are soft and friable. Lumps of clay and pellets are also met within the sandstone. At places sand stones show well developed cross-bedding and suggest the possibility of eolian origin. The sand stones contain a large portion of the mica flakes and concretions of clay. They are susceptible to weathering because of which there is a considerable collection of sand as talus cones. Quaternary deposits constitute gravel beds, alluvial fans and river terraces. They contain sand and clay in varying proportions. River terraces are seen flanking the present-day streams and at some places they occupy the ridges. Gravel beds constitute an important source of white quartzite fragments. Hydrogeology Unconsolidated alluvial sediments lying south of Siwalik foothills mainly occupy the district. The alluvial sediments are classified as piedmont and fluvial deposits. The piedmont deposits lie along Siwalik Hills, which comprises boulders, pebbles, gravel, sand and clay. It is further divided into Kandi and Sirowal, which are contemporaneous, and merge imperceptibly with each other. The fluvial consists of silt, sand, gravel and clay in association with Kankar. Groundwater is generally fresh at all levels. The ground water occurs under unconfined

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conditions in shallow aquifers and under semi-confined to confined conditions in deeper aquifers. The drilling depth ranged from 126 to 460m bgl and constructed in the depth range of 103 to 374 m. The yield of these wells ranges from 708 lpm to 2900 lpm with draw down of 5 to 12 m. The hydraulic conductivity value in the district varies from 2 to 29 m/day. Ground Water Development The overall stage of ground water development in the district is of the order of 84%. Net annual ground water availability of the district is 91817 ham and existing gross ground water draft for all users is 78139 ham. Hoshiarpur has 301200 ha as gross irrigated area and 162000 ha as net irrigated area. Out of 162000 ha, canals irrigate approximately 14000 ha, which is 8.64% of net irrigated area of the district, whereas 91.36 % of net irrigated area is irrigated by tube wells. Entire drinking water supply to all rural as well as urban parts of the district is based on ground water or by canal. The tube well for water supply constructed by Public Health Department, Punjab for drinking water supply are generally between 40 to 100 m deep or on the basis of local hydrogeological conditions and available fresh water bearing zone. The depth of hand pumps varies from 10 to 25 m (in phreatic zone) on the basis of prevailing local conditions. The ground water development of the Hoshiarpur (1 and 2) district is 74% and 66%. The detail of ground water exploration is given below-

Table 29. Ground water Development of Hoshiarpur S. Blocks Annual Existing Existing Existin Provision Net GW Stage of GW No Ground Ground Ground g Gross for availabilit Developmen Water water Water Ground domestic, y for t % Availability draft for Draft for Water and future irrigatio domestic Draft industrial irrigation n and for all requireme developm industrial uses nt supply ent Uses to 2025 years 1 Hoshiarpur-I 8405 5135 1089 6224 1339 1930 74 2 Hoshiarpur-II 8752 5243 533 5776 659 2580 66 The above table clearly depicts that the groundwater is under declining water levels. Various measures should be taken to reduce the dependence on groundwater and to enhance the ground water resources. Water Conservation & Artificial Recharge 1. Registration of all groundwater abstraction structures are to be done and for the construction of any new tube well, prior permission should be sought. 2. Mass awareness programs should be organized to educate the people regarding consequences of mining of ground water and need for its effective/economic use. 3. Conjunctive use of canal and groundwater use should be practiced for irrigation so that stress on groundwater can be reduced and saline water can also be utilized.

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4. Farmers are to be educated about the change in cropping pattern in the area from paddy to low water consuming crops. 5. Water efficient irrigation practices should be followed by farmers to reduce burden on irrigation water. 3.7. Water Quality

3.7.1. Sampling station

The various indicators of water quality from one of the most important tools for impact assessment in future, therefore it is imperative to assess the existing water quality of both ground and surface water occurring in the core and buffer zone. To assess the water quality of the proposed area, the samples were collected in October 2017 to December 2017 and additional one month data collected from 15th March 2018 to 15th April 2018 for following 13 stations (8 ground-water & 5 surface water) were selected. Location of Water sampling stations is described below and location below:

Table 30. Water Sampling Locations (October-December 2017) Station No. Location Distance & Direction Environmental Significance from Project area W1 Onsite Within site Existing Ground water quality at Core Zone W2 Randhawa Village, borewell 0.66 Km, SE W3 Mangarh Village- borewell 1.37 Km, SE W4 Kala Jhingra, borewell 1.49 Km, SW Existing Ground water quality at W5 Bhana Village, Borewell 1.57 Km, SSE Buffer zone W6 Berchha village, borewell 1.85 Km, West W7 Bajwa Village, borewell 2.14 Km, NNW W8 Panwan Village 2.22 Km, North SW1 Bhana Village Pond 1.57 Km, SSE Existing Surface water quality at SW2 Odra Village Pond 3.67 Km NNW Buffer zone SW3 Dasua Distributary 5.08 Km, North SW4 Pandav Mansarovar 5.31 Km, NW (Dasuya) SW5 Kandi Canal 9.87 Km, East

Additional data collected from Minimum to Maximum Depth In Core & Buffer Zone - 15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

Table 31. Water Sampling Locations (15th March 2018-15th April 2018) Station No. Location Distance & Direction Environmental Significance from Project area W1 Onsite, Bore well, 110 ft Within site Existing Ground water quality at W1 (A) Onsite, near composite area, Within site Core Zone B.W, 350 ft

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W1 (B) Onsite near Boiler area, BW, Distillery unit 350 ft W1(C) Onsite near Cooling Tower, Within site BW150 ft W1(D) Onsite Near Grain Godown, Distillery unit BW, 350ft W2 Randhawa Village 0.66 Km, SE (Borewell-110 ft, handpump- 100 ft) W3 Mangarh Village (Handpump 1.37 Km, SE -80 ft) W4 Bhana Village (Bore well- 1.57 Km, SSE 110 ft) Existing Ground water quality at W5 Berchha village (Handpump - 1.85 Km, West Buffer zone 80 ft, Borewell -160 ft) W6 Kular Village (Borewell-85 1.88 Km, East ft) W7 Bajwa Village (Borewell-110 2.14 Km, NNW ft) W8 Panwan Village (Borewell- 2.22 Km, North 150 ft)

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Figure 48. Water Sampling Location on Topographical Map 3.7.2. Criteria of Selection of sampling Locations:

Water sampling locations were selected based on following criteria: source of water, flow of water, geological structure (hydrogeology), use of water, depth of water table etc. In the Core zone ground-water samples from existing bore was collected to assess the quality of water available at site. The water is being used for drinking & other uses within the plant after treatment at WTP plant. Further in the buffer zone, the Ground-water was collected from 7 villages. Randhawa Village, Mangarh Village, Bhana village, Kala Jhingra, Berchha village, Bajwa Village & Panwan Village. Ground water was collected from Bore well and Hand Pump. The water from these sources are used by locals in drinking & other household activities too.

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Surface water was collected from Bhana Village Pond, Odra Village Pond, Dasuya Distributary, Pandav Mansarovar (Dasuya) & Kandi Canal to study the chemical parameters. During surface water sampling flow of water plays an important role. Water from these sources is used for irrigation. The pond water is not used in any such activity.

3.7.3. Sampling Frequency and Sampling Techniques:

As per the standard practice grab sampling was done for 11 locations, Integrated sampling was done for Dasuya Distributary & Kandi Canal. Water samples were taken as per the Standard Methods (IS & APHA, 23nd Edition 2017). Necessary precautions were taken for preservation of samples. Sampling was done for the post monsoon season i.e. October 2017 -December 2017. After ToR, additional depth wise water sampling has been conducted. The physical parameters viz. pH, temperature and conductivity were measured at site using a portable water analyzer. The physical parameters viz. pH, temperature and conductivity were measured at site using a portable water analyzer. As evident from the sampling locations for water quality assessment represented surface and groundwater. The results of water quality assessment are presented below: GROUNDWATER QUALITY RESULTS (October 2017 – December 2017):

Table 32. Ground water quality results (October-December 2017) IS: 10500 Randha Mangar Drinkin wa h Kala Bhana Berchha Bajwa Panwan g Water Onsite Village Village Jhingra Village Village Village Village Standar (Bore (Borew (Borewe (Borew (Borew (Borewe (Borewe (Borewe S. No. Parameter Unit ds well) ell) ll) ell) ell) ll) ll) ll) 1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 Agreeab Agree Agreeab Agreeab Agreeab Agreea Agreeabl Agreeabl Agreeab 2 Odour -- le able le le le ble e e le 3 Turbidity NTU 1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 4 pH Value -- 6.5-8.5 7.05 7.15 7.04 6.93 7.52 7.26 7.26 7.45 5 Temperature ºC - 23.5 23.5 23.6 23.5 23.4 23.5 23.6 23.6 µmhos 6 Conductivity /cm - 819.6 960.1 1058 867.4 613.8 739.6 860.2 666.6 Total Dissolved 7 Solids mg/l 500 459 564 595 465 358 418 480 421 Chloride (as 8 Cl) mg/l 250 32 52 71 38 22 33 39 16

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Fluoride (as 9 F) mg/l 1 0.35 0.21 0.19 0.12 0.18 0.14 0.16 0.16 Total 10 Hardness mg/l 200 308 400 404 316 228 288 324 256 Calcium (as 11 Ca) mg/l 75 80 107.2 121.6 86.4 59.2 43.2 92.8 72 Magnesium 12 (as Mg) mg/l 30 26.24 32.08 24.3 24.3 19.44 43.74 22.36 18.47 Sulphate (as 13 SO4) mg/l 200 36.1 47.1 18.1 42.1 17.1 8.6 28.6 34.6 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 45 12.87 32.42 30.5 27.62 4.68 21.94 8.66 22.42 15 Alkalinity mg/l 200 449 523 567 435 380 463 472 434 Sodium (as 16 Na) mg/l - 11 9.4 15 11.8 8.9 10.2 11.5 14.38 Potassium 17 (as K) mg/l - 1.4 1 4 1.1 2.8 1.1 2 1.3 Iron, Zinc, Phosphate, Nitrite Nitrogen, Aluminium, Nickel, Boron, Manganese, Copper, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead and Selenium are below detection level. (Source of standards: IS: 10500, Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited lab) 3.7.4. Data Interpretation of Ground water quality (October- December 2017):

The Ground water quality assessed during monitoring period clearly explains that: The Ground water quality at location W1, W2, W3, W4, W5, W6, W7 and W8 shows that ● The concentration of Total Dissolved solid (TDS-mg/l) at W2 & W3 ranges between 564 mg/l- 595 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). Slightly high total dissolved solids have minimal impact on human health but according to BIS, the TDS level between 500- 2000 ppm is not considered fit for drinking water. ● The total hardness (mg/l) of sites W1 to W8 ranges between 256 mg/l – 404 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ● Calcium in location W1 to W4 & W6 & W7 ranges between 80 mg/l-121.6 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ● Magnesium (mg/l) in location W2 & W6 ranges between 32.08 mg/l- 43.74 mg/l which is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500); ● Alkalinity (mg/l) at all locations ranges between 380 mg/l - 567 mg/l which is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500).

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The Results are further explained in detail:

❖ The Total Hardness of all the sampling locations are found higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). The hardness contributed due to seepage and run off from soil. Hardness is normally considered an aesthetic water quality factor because of the unpleasant taste that a high concentration of calcium and other ions give to water. It reduces the ability of soap to produce lather and cause scale formation in pipes and on plumbing fixtures. ❖ The Magnesium Concentration in the areas W2 & W6 are found to be higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). Magnesium at high concentration contributes to undesirable taste and may have a laxative effect. ❖ The Total dissolved Solids of W2 & W3 sampling locations are found higher than the drinking water standard (IS:10500). High TDS contribute with the taste of foods and beverages and makes them less desirable to consume.

❖ The Alkalinity of all the sampling locations is also found higher in all the locations than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). due to Bicarbonate released through dissolution of carbonate minerals, seepage and runoff from soil. Anthropogenic sources of alkalinity include limestone applied to fields to increase soil pH. Other sources like domestic waste can contribute to high alkalinity. High levels of alkalinity lead to objectionable taste, or precipitation of scale in pipes and containers. Chronic effect being necrosis of cells.

❖ Calcium concentration in W1 to W4 & W6 & W7 is found higher than the standard. High calcium levels may adversely affect the absorption of essential minerals in the body. ADDITIONAL GROUND-WATER RESULTS CORE ZONE – DEPTHWISE -15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

Table 33. Additional ground water results Core Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) Ground water quality results of Core Zone W(A) W(C) W(D) IS: 10500 W1 Onsite, near W(B) Onsite near Onsite Near Drinking Onsite, composite Onsite near Cooling Grain Water Bore well, area, B.W, Boiler area, Tower, Godown, S. No. Parameter Unit Standard 110 ft 350 ft BW, 350 ft BW150 ft BW, 350ft

1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 2 Odour -- Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable 3 Turbidity NTU 1 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 4 pH Value -- 6.5-8.5 7.65 7.09 7.81 7.08 7.82 5 Temperature ºC - 22.1 23.4 22.2 21.7 23.7 µmhos/ 6 Conductivity cm - 680.3 536.2 453.2 470.1 2642

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Total Dissolved 7 Solids mg/l 500 340.6 268.1 226.7 235 1321 Chloride (as 8 Cl) mg/l 250 44 36 18 20 279.9 Fluoride (as 9 F) mg/l 1 <0.1 0.17 0.22 0.51 0.37 Total 10 Hardness mg/l 200 288 180 160 176 840 Calcium (as 11 Ca) mg/l 75 73.6 44.8 41.6 33.6 192 Magnesium 12 (as Mg) mg/l 30 25.27 16.52 13.61 22.36 87.48 Sulphate (as 13 SO4) mg/l 200 13.8 7.7 3.2 4.9 192 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 45 18.6 15.4 7.4 4.5 13.6 15 Alkalinity mg/l 200 461 280 308 331 560 Sodium (as 16 Na) mg/l - 16 14 10.18 15.72 17.36 Potassium (as 17 K) mg/l - 9 4.49 5.5 4 3.61 Iron, Zinc, Phosphate, Nitrite Nitrogen, Aluminium, Nickel, Boron, Manganese, Copper, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead and Selenium are below detection level. (Source of standards: IS: 10500, Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited lab)

Table 34. Additional ground water results Buffer Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) Ground water quality results of Buffer Zone IS: 10500 (W2) (W2) (W3) (W4) (W5) Drinking Randhawa Randhawa Mangarh Bhana Berchha Water Village Village (BW) Village 80ft Village Village S. No. Parameter Unit Standard (HP) 100 ft 110ft (HP) (BW) 110 ft (BW) 160ft

1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 Agreeabl 2 Odour -- e Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable 3 Turbidity NTU 1 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0

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4 pH Value -- 6.5-8.5 7.4 7.3 7.46 7.78 7.4 5 Temperature ºC - 22.8 23.7 22 21.7 24 µmhos/ 6 Conductivity cm - 633.5 859.6 869 797 953.4 Total Dissolved 7 Solids mg/l 500 412 492 520 474 576 Chloride (as 8 Cl) mg/l 250 20 32 26 28 32 Fluoride (as 9 F) mg/l 1 0.22 0.44 0.52 0.28 0.11 Total 10 Hardness mg/l 200 240 352 336 300 368 Calcium (as 11 Ca) mg/l 75 67.2 96 83.2 78.4 104 Magnesium 12 (as Mg) mg/l 30 17.5 27.22 31.1 25.27 26.24 Sulphate (as 13 SO4) mg/l 200 7.1 91.3 8.4 6.2 30.2 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 45 36.2 53.9 50.4 18.5 21.9 15 Alkalinity mg/l 200 465 393 589 532 598 Sodium (as 16 Na) mg/l - 14.7 7.08 12.3 15.2 18.7 Potassium 17 (as K) mg/l - 1.8 1.615 2.09 1.64 3.385 Iron, Zinc, Phosphate, Nitrite Nitrogen, Aluminium, Nickel, Boron, Manganese, Copper, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead and Selenium are below detection level. (Source of standards: IS: 10500, Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited lab)

Table 35. Additional ground water results Buffer Zone (15th March-15th April 2018) Ground water quality results of Buffer Zone IS: 10500 (W5) (W8) Drinking Berchha (W6) (W7) Panwan Water Village (HP) Kular Village Bajwa Village BW S. No. Parameter Unit Standard 80ft (BW) 85 ft Village BW 150 ft

1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 <1 <1 <1 2 Odour -- Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

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3 Turbidity NTU 1 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 4 pH Value -- 6.5-8.5 7.2 7.48 7.6 7.76 5 Temperature ºC - 22.8 22.1 22.4 23.1 µmhos/c 6 Conductivity m - 896 831.5 657.8 743 Total Dissolved 7 Solids mg/l 500 534 514 426 434 Chloride (as 8 Cl) mg/l 250 26 22 63 74 Fluoride (as 9 F) mg/l 1 0.13 0.37 0.27 0.13 Total 10 Hardness mg/l 200 340 324 284 296 Calcium (as 11 Ca) mg/l 75 92.8 88 80 76.8 Magnesium 12 (as Mg) mg/l 30 26.24 25.27 20.41 25.27 Sulphate (as 13 SO4) mg/l 200 27.8 29 7.4 6.9 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 45 26.1 50.4 9.9 33.1 15 Alkalinity mg/l 200 568 546 394 389 Sodium (as 16 Na) mg/l - 19.74 18.5 13.9 12.8 Potassium 17 (as K) mg/l - 1.205 1.925 5 3.8 Iron, Zinc, Phosphate, Nitrite Nitrogen, Aluminium, Nickel, Boron, Manganese, Copper, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead and Selenium are below detection level. (Source of standards: IS: 10500, Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited lab) 3.7.5. Data Interpretation (15th March 2018 -15th April 2018) The Ground water quality at location W1, W2,W3, W4, W5, W6, W7 & W8 shows that: ❖ The concentration of Total Dissolved solid (TDS-mg/l) at W (D), W3, W5, and W6 ranges between 514 mg/l- 1321 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). Slightly high total dissolved solids have minimal impact on human health but according to BIS, the TDS level between 500- 2000 ppm is not considered fit for drinking water. Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 72 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

❖ The concentration of Chloride in W (D) is 279.9 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ❖ The total hardness at sites W1, W(D), W2, W3, W4, W5, W6, W7 & W8 ranges between 240 mg/l – 840 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ❖ Calcium at sites W(D), 2, W3, W4, W5, W6, W7 &W8 ranges between 78.4 mg/l - 192 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ❖ Magnesium at location (WD) & W3 is 31.1 mg/l - 87.48 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). ❖ Alkalinity at all locations ranges between 280 mg/l- 598 mg/l that is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). Further Explanation of the Results:

❖ The Total Hardness of the sampling locations W9D), W3, W5 & W6 are found higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). The hardness contributed due to seepage and run off from soil. Hardness is normally considered an aesthetic water quality factor because of the unpleasant taste that a high concentration of calcium and other ions give to water. It reduces the ability of soap to produce lather and cause scale formation in pipes and plumbing fixtures.

❖ The Alkalinity at all locations are found higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). due to Bicarbonate released through dissolution of carbonate minerals, seepage and runoff from soil. Anthropogenic sources of alkalinity include limestone applied to fields to increase soil pH. Other sources like domestic waste can contribute to high alkalinity. High levels of alkalinity lead to objectionable taste, or precipitation of scale in pipes and containers. Chronic effect being necrosis of cells.

❖ The Calcium Concentration in the W(D), W2, W3, W4, W5, W6, W7 & W8 are found to be higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). High calcium levels may adversely affect the absorption of essential minerals in the body.

❖ The Magnesium Concentration in the areas W(D) & W3 are found to be higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500). Magnesium at high concentration contributes to undesirable taste and may have a laxative effect.

❖ The Total dissolved Solids of W1, W(D), W2, W3, W4, W5, W6, W7, W7 & W8 sampling locations are found higher than the drinking water standard (IS:10500). High TDS contribute with the taste of foods and beverages and makes them less desirable to consume.

❖ Chloride concentration at W(D) sampling locations is found higher than drinking water standards. Chloride increases the electrical conductivity of water and thus increases its corrosivity. In metal pipes, chloride reacts with metal ions to form soluble salts, thus

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increasing levels of metals in drinking-water. In lead pipes, a protective oxide layer is built up, but chloride enhances galvanic corrosion. It can also increase the rate of pitting corrosion of metal pipes. Chlorides are not usually harmful to people; however, the sodium part of table salt has been linked to heart and kidney disease. Sodium chloride may impart a salty taste at 250 mg/L; however, calcium or magnesium chloride are not usually detected by taste until levels of 1000 mg/L are reached. SURFACE WATER QUALITY RESULTS – October 2017 -December 2017:

Table 36. Surface water results (October -December 2017) IS: 10500 Bhana Odra Pandav (Drinking Village Village Distributary Mansarova Kandi Water Pond Pond Dasuya r (Dasuya) Canal S.No. Parameters Standard) Unit (S1) (S2) (S3) (S4) (S5)

1 Colour 5 Hazen <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 2 Odour Agreeable -- Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable 3 Turbidity < 1 NTU <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 4 pH Value 6.5-6.8 -- 7.1 7.7 7.8 7.6 7.6 5 Temperature - ºC 23.5 23.6 23.5 23.5 23.5 6 Conductivity - µmhos/cm 629.9 962 213.9 451.3 212 Total Dissolved 7 Solids 500 mg/l 314.8 482 149 225.6 123 Chloride (as 8 Cl) 250 mg/l 39 34 18 28 15

9 Fluoride (as F) 1 mg/l 0.11 0.8 0.17 0.28 0.61

10 Total Hardness 200 mg/l 170 288 100 130 87.7 Calcium (as 11 Ca) 75 mg/l 38.4 67.2 24 28.8 22.4 Magnesium (as 12 Mg) 30 mg/l 18 29.16 9.72 14 7.7 Sulphate (as 13 SO4) 200 mg/l 22.1 18.7 8.7 32.1 11.1 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 11.86 12 4.5 52.41 4.23 15 Alkalinity 200 mg/l 273 476 143 188 105

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Sodium (as 16 Na) - mg/l 20 18 2.7 16.86 2.1 Potassium (as 17 K) - mg/l 4.2 3.6 1 3.1 1.1 18 BOD - mg/l 21.2 14.1 1.4 8.6 2.2 19 COD - mg/l 125 110 20 80 21 20 DO - mg/l 4.1 5 4 5.5 4.5 Total Suspended 21 Solids - mg/l 36.4 15.1 15.1 20 8.1 Aluminium, Iron, Boron, Phosphate, Nitrite Nitrogen, Ammoniacal Nitrogen, Nickel, Zinc, Total Chromium, Manganese, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Zinc and Selenium are below detection level

Table 37. Designated Best Use as per CPCB Designated-Best-Use Class of water Drinking Water Source without conventional A treatment but after disinfection Outdoor bathing (Organised) B Drinking water source after conventional treatment C and disinfection Propagation of Wild life and Fisheries D Irrigation, Industrial Cooling, Controlled Waste E disposal (Source: Surface Water quality criteria as per CPCB)

1. The Surface water quality of the Bhana Village Pond shows that all the parameters are within the CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ & ‘E’. Alkalinity (273 mg/l) is Higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500); DO (4.1 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘C’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. 2. The surface water quality of Odra Village pond which is in the buffer zone shows Total Hardness (288mg/l) and Alkalinity (476 mg/l) is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500); DO (5.0 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘B’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. 3. The Surface water quality of the Dasuya distributary shows that all the parameters are within the CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ & ‘E’. DO (4.0 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘C’; BOD is acceptable as per CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’.

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4. The Surface water quality of the Pandav Mansarovar that all the parameters are within the CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ & ‘E’. DO (5.5 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘B’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. 5. The Surface water quality of the Kandi Canal that all the parameters are within the CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ & ‘E’. DO (4.5 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘C’; BOD is acceptable as per CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘B’ & ‘C’.

From the above table results shows that BOD of Bhana Village pond,Odra Village Pond & Pandav mansarovar is higher than CPCP surface water quality criteria & cannot be used directly in drinking .Although Dasuya Distributary & Kandi Canal water falls under ‘C’ category & can be used for Drinking water source after conventional treatment and disinfection. Additional Surface Water Quality Results-15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

Table 38. Additional Surface Water Quality Results-15th March 2018 -15th April 2018

IS: 10500 (Drinking Water Bhana Village Odhra Village S.No. Parameters Unit Standard) (Pond) (Pond) Pandav sarovar 1 Colour Hazen 5 <1 <1 <1 2 Odour -- Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable 3 Turbidity NTU < 1 < 1 < 1 < 1 4 pH Value 6.5-6.8 7.5 7.8 7.6 5 Temperature ºC - 0 0 0 6 Conductivity µmho/cm - 879 804 545 Total Dissolved 7 Solids mg/l 500 534 487 332 Chloride (as 8 Cl) mg/l 250 89 43 30 Fluoride (as 9 F) mg/l 1 0.32 0.52 0.28 Total 10 Hardness mg/l 200 312 288 164 Calcium (as 11 Ca) mg/l 75 80 83.2 51.2

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Magnesium 12 (as Mg) mg/l 30 27 19.44 18 Sulphate (as

13 SO4) mg/l 200 10.8 18.4 6.7 Nitrate 14 Nitrogen mg/l 22.4 30.4 15.4 15 Alkalinity mg/l 200 464 487 342 Sodium (as 16 Na) mg/l - 37.75 28.05 15.82 Potassium (as 17 K) mg/l - 7 2.29 4.23 18 BOD mg/l - 3.5 2.1 4 19 COD mg/l - 24 20.8 28.8 20 DO mg/l - 4.2 5.1 5 21 TSS mg/l - 8.1 10.2 12.4

Table 39. Desginated Best Use as per CPCB Designated-Best-Use Class of water

Drinking Water Source without conventional A treatment but after disinfection

Outdoor bathing (Organised) B

Drinking water source after conventional treatment C and disinfection

Propagation of Wild life and Fisheries D

Irrigation, Industrial Cooling, Controlled Waste E disposal

(Source: Surface Water quality criteria as per CPCB)

1. The Surface water quality of the Bhana Village Pond shows that all the parameters are within the CPCB Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ & ‘E’. Total Dissolved Solids (534 mg/l), Total Hardness (312 mg/l), Calcium (80 mg/l) and Alkalinity (464 mg/l) is Higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500); DO (4.2 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘C’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. 2. The surface water quality of Odra Village pond which is in the buffer zone shows Total Hardness (288 mg/l), Calcium (83.2 mg/ l) and Alkalinity (487 mg/l) is higher than the

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drinking water standards (IS:10500); DO (5.1 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘B’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. 3. The Surface water quality of the Pandav Sarovar that Alkalinity (342 mg/l) is higher than the drinking water standards (IS:10500); DO (5.0 mg/l) is within the CPCB Surface Water Quality Criteria Class of water ‘B’; BOD is higher than CPCB Water Quality Criteria. From the above table results shows that BOD of Bhana Village pond, Odra Village Pond & Pandav Sarovar is higher than CPCP surface water quality criteria & cannot be used directly in drinking. 3.8. Soil Quality 3.8.1. Soil Type

The soil of Hoshiarpur region is yellowish to dark brown with sand forming a major portion of it. Calcareous sand, sandy loams and silts are the main components of soil here. There are alluvial deposits of piedmont and fluvial types occupying the whole district. To assess the soil quality of the proposed area, following 9 stations were selected. Soil profile and quality was studied at different locations. Location of Soil sampling stations is described below.

3.8.2. Criteria for selecting Sampling Locations:

Soil samples were collected from nine locations, i.e. Onsite East , Onsite West, Randhawa village, Mangarh village, Kala Jhingra, Bhana village, Kular village, Bajwa village, Panwan village to assess the soil condition in the project influenced area and the soil analysis was carried out as per the guidelines of the Indian Standards (IS). Soil quality monitoring locations are shown in the topographical map. To assess the soil quality of the proposed area, the following 9 stations were selected. The soil profile and quality were studied at different locations near the project site. Location of Soil sampling stations is described below. Soil sampling locations are generally selected based on the variability within a field, areas that have had different crop history, yield, and fertilizer treatments, or that vary substantially in slope, texture, depth, or soil colour. The Soil characteristics for the project location are influenced by topography, soil depth and soil type. The sampling design is a fundamental part of data collection for scientifically based decision making. A well-developed sampling design plays a critical role in ensuring that data are enough to draw the conclusions needed. The samples are collected to determine nutrient content, composition, and other characteristics such as the acidity or pH level. The locations of soil sampling are described below:

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Table 40. Soil Sampling Location Station Location Distance & Land Use/Land Type Environmental No. Direction from Significance Project area S1 Onsite East Within site in East Land put to non-agricultural direction uses- Residential Existing Soil S2 Onsite West Within site in West Land put to non-agricultural quality at core zone direction uses- Residential S3 Randhawa 0.66 km, SE Permanent Pastures and village Other grazing land- Grassland S4 Mangarh village 1.37 km, SE Permanent Pastures and Other grazing land- Grassland S5 Kala Jhingra 1.49 km, SW Permanent Pastures and Other grazing land- Grassland S6 Bhana village 1.57 km, SSE Permanent Pastures and Existing Soil Other grazing land- quality at Buffer Grassland zone S7 Kular village 1.88 km, East Permanent Pastures and Other grazing land- Grassland S8 Bajwa village 2.20 km, NW Permanent Pastures and Other grazing land- Grassland S9 Panwan village 2.22 km, North Permanent Pastures and Other grazing land- Grassland

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Figure 49. Soil Sampling Location on Topographical Map 3.8.5. Sampling Procedure and Analysis

Augur method was used and samples were collected at 15 cm depth after removing the upper crust. Sample from each spot were well mixed with hand on a clean polythene sheet. About 1 kg of soil was retained after the quartering process. This sample was kept for some time for air-drying at room temperature, stored in a polythene bag with a label at the top. Samples were analysed for bulk density, pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and organic contents. Soil Quality Results are summarized below:

3.8.6. Soil Quality Results

Core Zone Results (October to December 2017)

Table 41. Core Zone Soil Quality Results (October to December 2017)

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S. No. Parameter Onsite West Onsite East Onsite North Physical Properties

5/4 Dull Reddish 5/4 Dull Reddish 1 Colour Brown 3/1 Brownish black Brown

Composition (%) Sand: 39.5 Sand: 16.8 Sand: 12.6 Sand Silt: 40.2 Silt: 45 Silt: 55.1 Silt Clay: 20.3 Clay: 38.2 Clay: 32.3 2 Clay

3 Moisture Content (%) 1.7 0.7 1.6

4 Conductivity (µS/cm) 86.03 358 158.8 Chemical Properties

5 Texture Loam Silty Clay Loam Silty Clay Loam 6 pH 6.86 7.16 8.5

Available Nitrogen 7 (mg/kg) 53.2 106.4 75.6

Available Phosphorus 8 (mg/kg) 3.2 31.2 24

Available Potassium 9 (mg/kg) 32.7 46.8 38.5

10 Calcium (mg/kg) 64 88 72

11 Magnesium (mg/kg) 20 36 40

12 Organic matter (%) 0.57 1.58 0.62

Nitrate Nitrogen 13 (mg/kg) 24.9 83.8 19.6

14 Chloride (mg/kg) 35 113.8 52.5

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Available Sulphur 15 (mg/kg) 5.4 15.5 17.7 16 Sodium 56.9 96.9 61.9

Cation Exchange 17 Capacity(meq/100gm) 25.8 38.6 48.8

18 Bi carbonate(mg/kg) 85.4 48.8 109.8

19 Orthophosphate(mg/kg) 0.9 1.8 1.1

20 Bulk Density (gm/cc) 26.7 28.2 28.2 21 Porosity (%) 1.38 1.05 1.27

Buffer Zone Results (October- December 2017)

Table 42. Buffer Zone Soil Quality Results (October to December 2017) Randhawa Mangarh Bhana Kala Berchha Bajwa Panwan S. No. Parameter village Village village Jhingra Village village village Physical Properties 5/4 Dull 5/4 5/4 5/4 Dull 7/8 Reddish Reddish Reddish Reddish 5/3 Dull Yellow 5/6 Bright 1 Colour Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Orange Brown Composition (%) Sand Sand:11 Sand:25.4 Sand:9.2 Sand:19.4 Sand:35.5 Sand:17 Sand:23.3 Silt Silt:55.8 Silt:55 Silt:51.3 Silt:61.7 Silt:52.5 Silt:51.7 Silt:52.3 2 Clay Clay:33.2 Clay:40.9 Clay:19.6 Clay:18.9 Clay:12 Clay:31.3 Clay:24.4 Moisture 3 Content (%) 1.1 1.4 1 1.5 2.7 1 1.7 Conductivity 4 (µS/cm) 58.84 44.85 104.2 69.99 176.9 119.8 73.54 Chemical Properties Silty Clay Silty Clay 5 Texture Loam Clay Silt Loam Silt Loam Silt Loam Loam Silt Loam 6 pH 6.9 6.92 6.96 6.95 7.66 7.01 7.05 Available Nitrogen 7 (mg/kg) 42 72.8 58.8 47.6 78.4 61.6 44.8

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Available Phosphorous 8 (mg/kg) 16.4 19.6 4.4 9.6 17.2 11.2 6.8 Available Potassium 9 (mg/kg) 28.4 29.4 35.2 31.2 32.7 29.4 19.4 Calcium 10 (mg/kg) 52 60 52 60 80 64 40 Magnesium 11 (mg/kg) 16 40 20 24 32 36 24 Organic 12 matter (%) 0.49 0.34 0.85 0.26 0.7 0.93 0.52 Nitrate Nitrogen 13 (mg/kg) 22.5 50 27.8 19.8 31.5 24.3 12.4 Chloride 14 (mg/kg) 26.3 35 35 43.8 61.3 43.8 35 Available Sulphur 15 (mg/kg) 4.1 2.7 2.6 1.9 7.3 9.6 3.1 16 Sodium 47.9 85.9 56.9 89.9 77.9 49.9 46.9 Cation Exchange Capacity(me 17 q/100gm) 23.9 26.7 21.2 22.1 35.9 44.2 29.4 Bi carbonate(m 18 g/kg) 73.2 109.8 36.6 85.4 122 85.4 61 Orthophosph 19 ate(mg/kg) 0.7 0.1 1.6 0.2 1.7 0.7 0.3 Bulk Density 20 (gm/cc) 28.6 24.6 24.8 27.4 28.2 1.27 0.71 21 Porosity (%) 1.22 1.34 1.13 1.35 1.4 1.23 1.2 Soil quality results (Core & Buffer zone) (Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited) Fertility of Soil at Onsite

Table 43. Fertility of soil at onsite

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Parameters Onsite-West Onsite -East Onsite-North Low Medium High Remarks direction direction Direction mg/kg mg/kg mg/kg (mg/kg) (mg/kg) (mg/kg) Nitrogen 53.2 106.4 75.6 <156 157-313 >314 Low Potassium 32.7 46.8 38.5 <67 67.1-156 >156 Low Phosphorus 3.2 31.2 24.0 <5.5 5.6-13.9 >14.0 Low to High Additional Data -core Zone & Buffer Zone Physical & Chemical Properties of Soil (15 March 2018 - 15 April 2018) :

Table 44. Additional Data -core Zone & Buffer Zone Physical & Chemical Properties of Soil (15 March 2018 - 15 April 2018) Randha Onsite Onsite wa Mangarh Bhana Kular Bajwa Panwan S.No Parameter East West village Village village village village village Physical Properties 3/2 5/2 5/4 Dull Brownis Grayish 5/3 Dull 5/3 Dull 5/4 Dull 4/3 1 Colour 4/3 Brown Brown h Black Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Composition Sand:18. (%) 2 Sand Sand: 15.8 Sand: 36.7 Silt:32.8 Sand:26.2 Sand:56.5 Sand:60.9 Sand:58.5 Sand:26.2 Silt Silt: 44.6 Silt: 41.6 Clay:49. Silt:35.4 Silt:28.9 Silt:34.5 Silt:30.5 Silt:36.3 2 Clay Clay: 39.6 Clay: 21.6 1 Clay:38.4 Clay:14.6 Clay:4.6 Clay:11.0 Clay:37.5 Moisture 3 Content (%) 1.8 2.5 1.1 1.6 2.7 1.7 1.2 2.1 Conductivity 4 (µS/cm) 266.8 275.7 227.9 296.1 239.9 229.2 244.7 235 Chemical Properties Silty Clay Sandy Clay Sandy Sandy Sandy Clay 5 Texture Loam Loam Clay Loam Loam Loam Loam Loam 6 pH 6.4 6 6.7 6.5 5.1 5.7 6.1 6.2 Available Nitrogen 7 (mg/kg) 75.8 67.4 72.8 78.4 44.6 41.6 56.4 64.4 Available Phosphorus 8 (mg/kg) 38.9 51.2 119.7 66.3 61.9 41.3 50.9 58.7 Available Potassium 9 (mg/kg) 36.9 49.4 45.6 45.2 31.6 32.8 51.6 34.4

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Calcium 10 (mg/kg) 667.8 563.4 770.8 721.3 585.8 682.9 426.7 709.5 Magnesium 11 (mg/kg) 93.4 86.3 79.8 76.5 85.5 99.2 68.5 90.3 Organic 12 matter (%) 0.5 0.4 1.3 0.8 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.1 Nitrate Nitrogen 13 (mg/kg) 32.8 28.5 34.6 36.8 21.8 15.8 19.9 28.6 Chloride 14 (mg/kg) 17.8 8.9 35.5 26.6 17.8 17.8 186.4 26.6 Available Sulphur 15 (mg/kg) 0.2 0.4 0.8 0.1 0.1 0.7 0.1 0.1 16 Sodium 364.6 281.6 306.1 336.2 264.5 336.2 218.5 306.1 Cation Exchange Capacity(me 17 q/100gm) 197.4 161.1 199.8 182.8 129.6 185.3 43.7 136.9 Bi carbonate(mg 18 /kg) 48.8 48.8 85.4 61 61 73.2 61 73.2 Orthophosph 19 ate(mg/kg) 7.3 13.4 32.5 20.5 4.2 5.9 4.1 7.6 Bulk Density 20 (gm/cc) 1.01 1.35 1.06 1.11 1.33 1.35 1.37 1.12 21 Porosity (%) 29.3 17.2 31 27.5 19.3 18.6 16.5 25.8 Soil quality results (Core & Buffer zone) (Laboratory: M/s Perfact Researchers Pvt. Ltd (NABL Accredited) Fertility of Soil at Onsite

Table 45. Fertility of soil at onsite Parameter Onsite-East Onsite -West Low Medium High Remarks direction direction (mg/kg) (mg/kg) (mg/kg) (mg/kg) (mg/kg)

Nitrogen 67.4 75.8 <156 157-313 >314 Low Potassium 36.9 49.4 <67 67.1-156 >156 Low Phosphorus 38.9 51.2 <5.5 5.6-13.9 >14.0 High

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Core Zone: Soil texture is one of the most important physical properties of soil that affects its fertility and productivity. Texture influences the ease with which soil can be worked, the amount of water and air it holds, and the rate at which water can enter and move through the soil. The whole soil environment is regulated by soil texture. Soil texture governs most of the properties of the soil, its permeability, its capacity to retain water, its degree of aeration, its ability to make the nutrients stored in the clay-humus complex available to plants, its ability to withstand mechanical working of the top soil, and finally, its ability to support a permanent plant cover. The texture of soil is Silty Clay Loam to Loam in the Core zone. The result shows that colour is Reddish Brown/Blackish Brown, pH is 6.86 – 7.16. The availability of many plant nutrients in the soil changes because of reactions in the soil, which are largely controlled by soil pH. Amount of primary nutrients like Organic matter found 0.57% - 1.58%; the available nitrogen 53.2 mg/kg – 106.4 mg/kg is low in range; the available potassium 32.7 mg/kg – 46.8 mg/kg is lower in range while available phosphorus 3.2 mg/kg – 31.2 mg/kg is higher in range, Primary nutrient profile shows that soil is average fertile as per nutrient profile . Nitrogen is the most important fertilizer element. Plants respond quickly to application of nitrogen. This element encourages above ground vegetative growth and gives a deep green colour to the leaves & Potassium is the third essential fertilizer element and it is essential for photosynthesis, for protein synthesis, for starch formation and for the translocation of sugars. Buffer Zone: The result shows that the texture of soil is clay to silt loam. Colour varies from Reddish Brown to brown; pH ranges from to 6.9 to 7.66. Amount of primary nutrients like Organic matter 0.26 % to 0.93 %, the available nitrogen 42.0 mg/kg to 78.4 mg/kg are lower in range, the available phosphorus 4.4 mg/kg- 19.6 mg/kg are high in range, available potassium 19.4 mg/kg to 35.2 mg/kg is lower in range, Primary nutrient profile shows that soil is average in fertility due to the availability of low amount of nitrogen, available potassium. Primary nutrient profile shows average fertile soil along the stretch. Nitrogen is the most important fertilizer element. Plants respond quickly to application of nitrogen. This element encourages above ground vegetative growth and gives a deep green colour to the leaves & Potassium is the third essential fertilizer element and it is essential for photosynthesis, for protein synthesis, for starch formation and for the translocation of sugars. So, the addition of bio fertilizers will enhance the fertility of soil. 3.9. Topography

The district Hoshiarpur is in Indo Gangetic plains and Sutlej sub basin constituting the part of Indus Main basin. Topography of Hoshiarpur is divided into three main regions. 1. The fertile region comes under flood plains. 2. The Kandi belt, this is the region that is covered with undulating plains at the foothills of Shivalik ranges. Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 86 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

3. The third region has undulating plains with sandy soil. The general physiographic constitution of the core zone is more or less plain landform. Hoshiarpur district falls in the eastern part of the Punjab State. The general physiographic constitution of the core zone is more or less plain landform. However, the buffer zone (10 km around the core zone), shows an interesting topography. The western half presents a plain landform, whereas, the end of the eastern half of the buffer zone shows many ridges and corresponding return valleys. The highest point of the buffer zone is 342 msl present at the north eastern periphery and the lowest point is 236 msl. The elevation of the core zone ranges from 263 msl to 268 msl. The study area shows a general slope towards the south-west. Drainage There are 2 rivers present in the buffer zone of 10 km area. River Bamalwala cho which is 9.54 km NE from the project area, Machhian cho which is 8.50 km SE from the project area. Other major drainage bodies in the buffer zone are Dafar Distributary, Panwan distributary, Dasuya distributary and kandi canal. 3.10. Land Use

3.10.1. Methodology

● General Land use/ Land Cover: The land use/ land cover map has been generated on 1:50,000 scale using Satellite imagery, topographical maps, Survey of India and ground truth information. Based on the methodology developed for the present land use/ land cover, categories have been grouped under the following major land use/land cover categories. ● Interpretation Of Satellite Image Visual interpretation technique has been used for digitization of geographical features for different land use and vegetation cover classes based on spatial patterns of geographic features. Spectral signature represents various land use classes. Image interpretation keys are developed based on image characteristics like colour, tone, size, shape, texture, pattern, shadow, association etc., which enables interpretation of satellite images for ground feature. Statics of geographic features has been developing for impact assessment due to project activity.

3.10.2. Results and Conclusion

The study therefore reveals that changes in land use due to project in the study area. The study also reveals that the site is a vacant land and devoid of vegetation with few bushes. So vegetation will not be depleted and not pose an impact to the environment within the study area. Based on the methodology developed for the present land use/ land cover, categories have been grouped under the following major land use/land cover categories. ● Agricultural land:

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Based on satellite imagery, topographical maps and ground truth. The land use is mainly agricultural. The total agricultural area is about 28477.94 hectares which is 90.65 percent of the total study area. ● Built-up land: Built-up land includes the urban or rural settlements. The village locations and their area extent have been extracted from the existing satellite imagery. The major built-up area is about 2511.01 hectares which is 7.99 percent of the total 10 km radius study area. ● Waste/Barren Land: Based on satellite imagery and ground truth Waste/ Barren land their area extent has been extracted. The Barren land area is about 289.45 hectares which is 0.92 percent of the total 10 km radius study area. ● Rivers/Water Bodies: It comprises areas of surface water, either impounded in the form of ponds, lakes and reservoirs or flowing as streams, rivers, canals etc. the total area covered by the river or water bodies is 137.11 hectares which is 0.44 percent of the total study area. Major Land use/land cover categories of study area

Table 46. Major land use/land cover of study area

S No. Category Area in SQ Km Area In Ha Percentage 1 Agriculture Land 284.78 28477.94 90.65 2 Built-up, Rural 15.70 1569.66 5.00 3 Built-up, Urban 9.41 941.35 3.00 4 Scrub Land 2.89 289.45 0.92 5 Water Bodies, River/Canal 1.37 137.11 0.44 Total 314.16 31415.51 100.00

Figure 50. Land USe Pie chart of land use in study area

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Figure 51. 10 km land use map 3.11. Ecology and Biodiversity

3.11.1. Introduction on Ecology and Biodiversity:

A natural ecosystem is a complete community of living organisms and non-living constituents in a given area and their interactions. An ecosystem has self-sustaining ability and controls the number of organisms at any level by cybernetic rules. The basic purpose to explore the biological environment under Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is to assess the potential ecological impacts of the proposed project upon ecology and develop adequate mitigation measures to keep ecological impacts within acceptable limits. An ecological survey of the study area was conducted, particularly with reference to listing of species and assessment of the existing baseline ecological conditions in the study area. The main objective of the ecological survey is aimed at assessing the existing flora and fauna components in the study area. Data has been collected through extensive survey of the area with reference to flora and fauna. With the change in environmental conditions, the vegetation cover as well as animals reflects several changes in its structure, density and composition. The present study was carried out separately for floral and faunal communities of core and buffer zone respectively. Selection of Sampling Location for the study of Flora and Fauna: Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 89 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

Core Zone: Core zone is the area where the project is to be constructed. The proposed project is an Expansion of Sugar Mill and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW at Village- Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab. All the flora and fauna of core zone has been recorded during the survey. Buffer Zone: The zone falling within 10 km radius around the project area. For sampling purposes, the buffer zone is further divided into 2 km and 5 km. Patches of flora are studied in 3 locations within 2 km, 2 locations within 5 km. Location of flora is given below. Fauna is recorded randomly.

Table 47. Ecology and biodiversity sampling locations S.No Location Distance & Direction E1 Nearby Site 0.27 Km, NE E2 Kalajhingar 1.08 Km, South E3 Bersha 1.67 Km, West E4 Daffar 2.02 Km, ENE E5 Bajwa 2.24 Km, NW

Figure 52. Ecology and biodiversity sampling locations on google earth Cropping Pattern: The main crops grown in nearby areas are Wheat, Paddy, Maize, Total Oil Seeds, potatoes, sugarcane etc. In terms of productivity Wheat and Paddy are the predominant crops in Hoshiarpur. Beside these crops’ fruits, vegetables like mangoes, potatoes, and total pulses are also cultivated. Description of Core Zone with flora and Fauna Details:

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Core Zone: As the Project is a Sugar manufacturing unit and wishes to expand only the capacity of the plant as per the requirement. The already constructed part of the core area has varieties of Planted species. List of the trees and shrubs that are planted are listed below: Core Zone species:

Table 48. Core Zone Flora Species S. No Botanical Name Common Name 1 Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree 2 Bougainvillea glabra Bougainvillea 3 Butia capitata Butia Palm 4 Cassia biflora Cassia Tree 5 Cycas revoluta Sago Palm 6 Dracaena Dragon Tree 7 Dypsis lutescens Areca palm 8 Eucalyptus globulus Safeda 9 Ficus benjamina Weeping fig 10 Phoenix sylvestris Khajoor 11 Plumeria rubra Frangipani 12 Polyalthia longifolia False Ashok 13 Populus deltoides Popler 14 Thevetia peruviana Yellow oleander Buffer Zone: In the Buffer Zone varieties trees, shrubs, herbs, Ornamental plants, weed and grasses such as Azadirachta indica, Polyalthia longifolia, Callistemon lanceolatus, Hamelia patens, Cynodon dactylon etc. List of Trees, Shrubs, Herbs Ornamental species are given below. List of Trees:

Table 49. List of Trees S.No Botanical Name Common Name 1 Acacia arabica Babul 2 Acacia catechu Khair 3 Acacia modesta Phulai, 4 Aegle marmelos Bael 5 Albizia lebbeck Kala Siris 6 Alstonia scholaris Chitwan 7 Azadirachta indica Neem 8 Bauhinia variegata Kachnar 9 Bombax ceiba Red Silk Cotton 10 Butea monosperma Dhak 11 Butia capitata Butia Palm 12 Callistemon lanceolatus Bottle brush 13 Capparis aphylla Karir 14 Cassia fistula Amaltas 15 Cassia siamea Cassia

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16 Cordia dichotoma Lasura 17 Dalbergia sissoo Shisham 18 Delonix regia Gulmohar 19 Diospyros melanoxylon Tendu 20 Diospyros tomentosa Kinu 21 Emblica officinalis Amla 22 Eucalyptus globulus Safeda 23 Eugenia jambolana Jamun 24 Feronia elephantum Kaitha 25 Ficus benghalensis Bargad 26 Ficus benjamina Weeping fig 27 Ficus glomerata Gular 28 Ficus infectoria Pakad 29 Ficus religiosa Peepal 30 Flacourtia ramontchi Kangu 31 Grewia oppositifolia Dhaman 32 Holoptelea integrifolia Chilbil 33 Kigelia africana Balaam Kheer 34 Leucaena leucocephala Subabul 35 Mangifera indica Aam 36 Melia azadirachta Bakain 37 Millettia pinnata Kanji 38 Mimusops elengi Malshree 39 Morus alba Mulberry 40 Eugenia oojeinensis Sannan 41 Phoenix sylvestris Khajoor 42 Polyalthia longifolia Pseudo Ashok 43 Populus deltoides Popler 44 Prosopis cineraria Jand, Khejri 45 Prosopis juliflora Vilayati Babul 46 Psidium guajava Amrud 47 Pterospermum acerifolium Kanak champa 48 Punica granatum Anar 49 Salix alba Willow 50 Salvadora oleoides Pilu 51 Syzygium cumini Jamun 52 Tamarix articulata Jhau 53 Tectona grandis Sagwan 54 Terminalia arjuna Arjun 55 Terminalia bellerica Behra 56 Toona ciliata Toon 57 Ziziphus mauritiana Ber Shrubs/ Herbs/ Grasses

Table 50. List of shrubs/herbs & grasses S.No Botanical Name Common name

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1 Achyranthes aspera Puthkanda 2 Adhatoda vasica Basuti 3 Ageratum conyzoides Goat weed 4 Amaranthus viridis Wild weed 5 Arundinaria falcata Nara 6 Calotropis procera Aak 7 Capparis sepiaria Hins 8 Carissa carandas Karaunda 9 Carissa opaca Garna 10 Cenchrus ciliaris Anjan 11 Chenopodium album Bathu 12 Clerodendrum multiflorum Arni 13 Convolvulus arvensis Morning glory 14 Cynodon dactylon Dhoob 15 Cyperus rotundus Nut grass 16 Dendrocalamus hamiltonii Bamboo 17 Dendrocalamus strictus Bamboo 18 Dichanthium annulatum Palwan 19 Diospyros cordifolia Tondu 20 Dodonaea viscosa Mehndar 21 Erianthus munja Munji 22 Eulaliopsis binata Bhabbar 23 Heteropogon contortus Sariala 24 Ipomoea carnea Aheri Aak 25 Lantana camara Tickberry 26 Millettia auriculata Gauj 27 Murraya koenigii Curry leaf 28 Nerium odorum Kaner 29 Nyctanthes arbor tristis Kuri 30 Parkinsonia aculeata Parkinsonia 31 Parthenium hysterophorus Congress grass 32 Phragmites maxima Nari 33 Saccharum arundinaceum Sarkanda 34 Saccharum spontaneum Kahi 35 Solanum xanthocarpum Kandiari 36 Tinospora malabarica Giloe 37 Woodfordia fruticosa Dhavi 38 Xanthium strumarium Satyanashi Faunal Community: Core Zone: In the Core Zone, place where expansion is to be done and the area which is already constructed has plantation. During study, it was found that the faunal diversity in the

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core site was limited to Butterflies, insects, animals like rats, monkey, dog, cat etc. and common lizards. List of the fauna observed and reported during field visit is listed below. Fauna of Core zone:

Table 51. Fauna of core zone TYPE COMMON NAME ZOOLOGICAL NAME SCHEDULE Reptiles: 1 Oriental garden lizard Calotes versicolor IV 2 House lizards Hemidactylus flaviviridis - Mammals: 3 Northern palm squirrel Funambulus pennanti IV 4 Rhesus Macaque Macaca mulatta II 5 Rat Rattus rattus 6 Cat Felis catus - 7 Dog Cuon alpinus - Aves: 8 Crow Corvus splendens V 9 Pigeon Columba livia IV 10 Red vented Bulbul Pycnonotus cafer IV 11 Kite Milvus migrans IV 12 Asian Koel Eudynamys scolopaceus IV 13 Maina Acridotheres tristis IV Insects: 14 Butterflies Rhopalocera sp - 15 Wasps Vespa orientalis - 16 Dragonfly Agrian sp - 17 Honey Bee Apis indica - 18 House fly Musca domestica - (Source: Field survey done by Ecology & Biodiversity team) Fauna of Buffer zone:

Table 52. Fauna of buffer zone S. No. Zoological Name Common Name Schedule Mammals 1 Canis aureus Jackal II 2 Felis chaus Jungle Cat II

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3 Herpestes edwardsii Common Indian Mongoose II 4 Hystrix indica Porcupine IV 5 Muntiacus muntjak Barking Deer III 6 Macaca mulatta Rhesus Monkey II 7 Manis crassicaudata Indian Pangolin I 8 Presbytis entellus Common Langur II 9 Sus scrofa Wild Boar III Reptiles 10 Naja naja Indian cobra II 11 Ophiophagus hannah King Cobra II 12 Ptyas mucosa Common rat snake II Avifauna 13 Acridotheres ginginianus Bank Myna IV 14 Acridotheres tristis Common myna IV 15 Alauda gulgula Small sky lark IV 16 Alcedo atthis Common Kingfisher IV 17 Amandava amandava Lal Munia IV 18 Anthus rufulus Indian Pipit IV 19 Athene brama Spotted Owlet IV 20 Bubo bengalensis Indian Eagle Owl IV 21 Caprimulgus asiaticus Indian Nightjar IV 22 Centropus sinensis Crow Pheasant IV 23 Cinnyris asiaticus Purpul Sunbird IV 24 Clamator jacobinus Pied Crested Cuckoo IV 25 Columba livia Blue rock pigeon lV 26 Copsychus saularis Magpie robbin lV 27 Coracias benghalensis Indian Roller IV 28 Coracina macei Large Cuckoo shrike IV 29 Corvus macrorhynchos Jungle Crow IV 30 Coturnix coturnix Common Quail IV 31 Dicrurus macrocercus Black Drongo IV 32 Dinopium benghalense Golden backed Woodpecker IV 33 Elanus caeruleus Black Winged Kite IV 34 Galerida cristata Crested Lark IV 35 Gallus gallus Red Jungle fowl IV 36 Gracula religiosa Indian Hills Mynah IV 37 Gracupica contra Pied Myna IV 38 Lanius schach Rufous Backed Shrike - 39 Lonchura punctulata Spotted Munia IV 40 Melanoperdix niger Black Partridge IV 41 Merops leschenaulti Chestnut Headed Bee-eater - 42 Merops orientalis Little Green Bee-eater - 43 Motacilla flava Yellow Headed Wagtail - 44 Ocyceros birostris Grey Hornbill - 45 Pavo cristatus Peafowl I 46 Pericrocotus speciosus Scarlet Minivet IV

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47 Pitta brachyura Indian Pitta - 48 Ploceus philippinus Baya weaver IV 49 Psittacula roseata Bloosom Headed Parakeet IV 50 Pycnonotus cafer Red Vented Bulbul IV 51 Rhipidura albicollis White Throated Fantail - 52 Rhipidura aureola White Browed Fantail - 53 Spilopelia senegalensis Little Brown Dove lV 54 Stactolaema olivacea Green barbet IV 55 Streptopelia decaocto Collard Dove lV 56 Sturnia pagodarum Brahminy Myna IV 57 Tephrodornis pondicerianus Common Woodshrike lV 58 Treron phoenicoptera Green Pigeon IV 59 Turdoides malcolmi Large Grey Babbler lV 60 Turdoides striata Jungle babbler lV 61 Upupa epops Hoopoe - 62 Vanellus indicus Red Wattled Lapwing IV (Source: Field survey done by Ecology & Biodiversity team)

ENDANGERED SPECIES There are only two schedule I Species found in the buffer zone namely Pavo cristatus (Indian Peafowl) and Manis crassicaudata (Indian Pangolin). Eight schedule II species were also reported in the buffer zone namely Naja naja (Indian Cobra), Ophiophagus Hannah (King cobra), Ptyas mucosa (Common rat snake), Canis aureus (Jackal), Felis chaus (Jungle cat), Herpestes edwardsii (Common Mongoose), and Macaca mulatta (Rhesus macaque), Presbytis entellus (Common Langur). Conservation Plan of the same have been approved and attached in Section D (Enclosure-10) 3.12. Socio-Economic Scenario

3.12.1. Introduction

M/s A.B. Sugar is located in village Randhawa, Tehsil Dasuya of District Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The industry mainly manufactures sugar from sugar cane and co-generation of power with power plant capacity of 33 MW. Now, the unit wishes to expand the capacity of the plant as per the local requirement from 7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD and co-generation power plant from 33MW to 37MW. The estimated proposed project cost for the unit is Rs. 170 crores.

3.12.2. Objective of Study

The objective of the socio-economic survey is to study the impact of installation of project on the inhabitants of nearby areas. Approach & Methodology adopted for conducting Socio Economic Study

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The socio-economic survey has been conducted by a team of three persons of M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. comprising Mrs. Rachna Bhargava as the team leader, Mr. Pramod and Mr Manoj Pant as team members. Study has been conducted based on the details collected through secondary sources (mainly census 2011) and through primary data collected from the site visits. The socio-economic profile has been compiled from census data, 2011, while primary verification has been carried out by using sample survey. For secondary data, as the study area is large so the study has been carried out at district/ tehsil level representing the whole study area for detailed socio-economic analysis. The analysis was done using data from census of India, 2011 as secondary source and using physical site survey as primary data. For field survey, 5 villages were selected for conducting the survey from nearby areas of the site.

3.12.3. Concept and Definition

a. Study Area: The study area, also known as impact area has been defined as the sum total of core area and buffer area with a distance of 10 Kilometres from the periphery of the core area. The study area includes all the land marks both natural and manmade, falling therein. b. QoL: The Quality of Life (QoL) refers to degree to which a person enjoys the important possibilities of his/her life. The ‘Possibilities’ result from the opportunities and limitations, each person has in his/her life and reflect the interaction of personal and environmental factors. Enjoyment has two components: the experience of satisfaction and the possession or achievement of some characteristic. c. Household: A group of persons who normally live together and take their meals from a common kitchen are called a household. Persons living in a household may be related or unrelated or a mix of both. However, if a group of related or unrelated persons live in a house but do not take their meals from the common kitchen, then they are not part of a common household. Each such person is treated as a separate household. There may be one-member households, two-member households or multi-member households. d. Sex Ratio: Sex ratio is the ratio of females to males in a given population. It is expressed as 'number of females per 1000 males'. e. Literates: All persons aged 7 years and above who can both read and write with understanding in any language are taken as literate. It is not necessary for a person to have received any formal education or passed any minimum educational standard for being treated as literate. People who are blind but can read in Braille are also treated as literates. f. Literacy Rate: Literacy rate of population is defined as the percentage of literates to the total population aged 7 years and above.

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g. Labour Force: The labour force is the number of people employed and unemployed in a geographical entity. The size of the labour force is the sum total of persons employed and unemployed. An unemployed person is defined as a person not employed but actively seeking work. Normally, the labour force of a country consists of everyone of working age (around 14 to 16 years) and below retirement (around 65 years) that are participating workers, that is people actively employed or seeking employment. People not counted under labour force are students, retired persons, stay-at home people, people in prisons, permanently disabled persons and discouraged workers. h. Work: Work is defined as participation in any economically productive activity with or without compensation, wages or profit. Such participation may be physical and/or mental in nature. Work involves not only actual work but also includes effective supervision and direction of work. The work may be part time, full time, or unpaid work in a farm, family enterprise or in any other economic activity. i. Worker: All persons engaged in 'work' are defined as workers. Persons who are engaged in cultivation or milk production even solely for domestic consumption are also treated as workers. j. Main Workers: Those workers who had worked for the major part of the reference period (i.e. 6 months or more in the case of a year) are termed as Main Workers. k. Marginal Workers: Those workers who did not work for the major part of the reference period (i.e. less than 6 months) are termed as Marginal Workers l. Work participation rate: The work participation rate is the ratio between the labour force and the overall size of their cohort (national population of the same age range). In the present study the work participation rate is defined as the percentage of total workers (main and marginal) to total population.

3.12.4. Study Area

The study area means villages in the 10 km radius of the proposed project. Topographical map and Google earth maps were used to identify the villages/ wards in 10 km radius. As a matter of fact, the maximum surrounding area is part of rural inhabitation. A total of 195 villages and two urban areas in Hoshiarpur district falls within the study area. The total population of the study area is 164243 constituting 35485 households. The sex ratio of the study area as per census 2011 records at 965, whereas the sex ratio of the districts Hoshiarpur involved is 961. List of villages & wards in the Study Area As mentioned above that there are 195 villages and 2 urban areas in Hoshiarpur district are falling within study area as given ahead — District – Hoshiarpur, Punjab

Table 53. List of villages & wards in the sutdy area

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SL.No. Name of village SL.No. Name of village SL.No. Name of village Rural Areas/villages Falling within Study Area 1 Chhangla (127) 66 Salahpur (55) 131 Kolar (97) 2 Nangal (145) 67 Rajpur (58) 132 Randhawa (96) 3 Kalyanpur (144) 68 Malakpur Bodal (54) 133 Gangian (111) 4 Ashrafpur (143) 69 Chattowal (61) 134 Bajwa (112) 5 Mahdipur (146) 70 Jhajji Pind (60) 135 Keharwali (132) 6 Mangat (125) 71 Sohian (62) 136 Saggal (110) 7 Ludhiani (126) 72 Bagol Khurd (67) 137 Panwan (109) 8 Budhu Barkat (469) 73 Khanpur (28) 138 Jandaur (98) Shekhupur Kalan 9 Ghaian (121) 74 139 Thaker (99) (29) 10 Jand (124) 75 Dehriwala (30) 140 Mokh (455) 11 Bala (122) 76 Dhugga Kalan (31) 141 Jhojhar Chathial (456) 12 Kotli Khurd (123) 77 Kotli (59) 142 Shink Chathial (454) 13 Fatehullapur (129) 78 Nangal Khunga (53) 143 Gujar Basoya (457) 14 Kherabad (130) 79 Mohan (52) 144 Litt (458) 15 Hamza (120) 80 Johal (33) 145 Granthpur (460) 16 Chak Alam (119) 81 Alar Pind (34) 146 Chahang Basoya (459) Pandori Araian 17 82 Ambala (Jattan) (32) 147 Munak (461) (118) Jia Sahota Khurd 18 Khokhar (117) 83 148 Kalowal (648) (23) 19 Dugari (116) 84 Mahal (26) 149 San Chak (647) 20 Jhingar Kalan (92) 85 Thinda (24) 150 Sansarpur (646) 21 Kathana (91) 86 Chipra (25) 151 Bhatoli (164) Hardo Patti Braich 22 Chanalta (492) 87 152 Rachh Palwan (163) (9) Jia Sahota Kalan 23 Kang (90) 88 153 Nagre (162) (21) 24 Shahpur (89) 89 Chohak (22) 154 Kakoa (160) 25 Rawan (72) 90 Ramdaspur (38) 155 Garjeli (107) 26 Jia Natha (70) 91 Rupowal (37) 156 Khun Khun Sarki (103) 27 Munak Khurd (506) 92 Nangal (36) 157 Mundian (100) Pandori Malhian 28 Korala Kalan (64) 93 158 Chhaurian (102) (53) 29 Bagol Kalan (66) 94 Malhian (35) 159 Takipur (101) 30 Bhagaotipur (74) 95 Dharamkot (51) 160 Bangalipur (108) 31 Khuda (71) 96 Jhambowal (50) 161 Odrah (134) 32 Ralhan (73) 97 Talwandi Jattan (46) 162 Ballagan (133) 33 Pawen (88) 98 Bahla (47) 163 Jalota (135) 34 Jhingar Khurd (87) 99 Galowal (40) 164 Chandidass (136) 35 Bodal (93) 100 Bagha (39) 165 Kallowal (158) 36 Nihalpur (114) 101 Sarhala (41) 166 Passi Kandi (159) 37 Khera Kotli (113) 102 Machhian (44) 167 Dulminwal (166) 38 Ajmer (94) 103 Sehjowal (438) 168 Rattre (167)

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39 Berchha (83) 104 Musa (439) 169 Morian (168) 40 Nussa (95) 105 Rana (43) 170 Thiara (169) 41 kalajhingar (82) 106 Gondpur (42) 171 Banial (157) Raju Dawa Khri Pandori Atwalan 42 107 172 Mirpur (155) (78) (440) 43 Rajpur (85) 108 Khangwari (465) 173 Kotli (154) Khun Khun Khurd 44 109 Mastiwal (442) 174 Chak Mehra (137) (86) Duggal Dawa Khri 45 110 Garhdiwala (19) 175 Sarinpur (139) (84) 46 Gambhowal (75) 111 Bhambowal (445) 176 Bhattida Pind (140) 47 Tulluwal (68) 112 Malhewal (446) 177 Usman Shahid (142) 48 Jakowal (76) 113 Mirzapur (17) 178 Manak (141) 49 Kumpur (77) 114 Jande (18) 179 Mian Ka Pind (152) Khokhar Dawa Khri 50 115 Kan Dhalian (16) 180 Chak Kasim (150) (79) 51 Data (4) 116 Keshopur (15) 181 Gag Sultan (182) 52 Bhana (3) 117 Balala (20) 182 Sagran (153) 53 Argowal (10) 118 Tund (14) 183 Sahu Ka Pind (179) 54 Dholowal (8) 119 Kalra (13) 184 Sundia (180) 55 Raja Kalan (5) 120 Badial (11) 185 Haler (181) 56 Nangal (81) 121 Manga (12) 186 Toe Makhowal (634) 57 Shekhpur Khurd (7) 122 Bahtiwala (448) 187 Kaluwal (156) 58 Jitabaid (6) 123 Baranda (447) 188 Bija Bhatoli (175) 59 Tur (80) 124 Fatehpur (450) 189 Rai Chak (172) 60 Bhatian (27) 125 Bhanowal (451) 190 Raghowal (170) Khun Khun Kalan 61 126 Bhatalu (452) 191 Biru Chak (173) (69) Jamsher Chathial 62 Korala Khurd (65) 127 192 Gazi Bhatoli (178) (453) 63 Darga Heri (63) 128 Rajpur (449) 193 Mehar Bhatoli (177) 64 Lodhi Chak (57) 129 Daffer (1) 194 Makhowal (176) 65 Gahot (56) 130 Mangarh (2) 195 Gag Jallo (627) Urban Areas Falling within Study Area 1 Dasuya (M Cl) 2 Gardhiwala (M Cl) 3.12.5. Demographic Profile of the Study Area A study was undertaken with respect to demography, occupational pattern, literacy rate and other important socio-economic indicators of these wards to reveal the socio-economic structure of the entire project area. The summary is given below: A. Rural Areas Population

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The total rural population of the study area falling in Hoshiarpur district is 135458 constituting 28592 households. The sex ratio of the study area as per census 2011 records is 972, whereas the sex ratio of the districts involved is 961. Social Structure The proportion of Scheduled Caste (SC) rural population within the study area is 40.97% whereas this proportion in the districts involved in 35.14%. The proportion of Scheduled tribe (ST) population within the study area as well as in the districts is Nil. Literacy The total proportion of rural literate within the study area is 85.37% of total population. The proportion of Male literates and female literates within the study area is 89.41% and 81.28% respectively. Detailed profile (Rural area) of study area is given below (source: Census of India, 2011)

Table 54. Detailed profile (Rural area) of study area Overa Male Female No. Total Sl. Sex ST ll Litera Literac Name of Popul SC% No. Ratio % Litera cy % y % HHs ation cy % 1 Chhangla (127) 341 1787 901 57.86 0.00 85.07 89.29 80.32 2 Nangal (145) 10 65 1167 0.00 0.00 79.63 88.00 72.41 3 Kalyanpur (144) 60 274 971 26.28 0.00 87.80 90.32 85.25 4 Ashrafpur (143) 61 327 1031 86.54 0.00 77.51 77.86 77.18 5 Mahdipur (146) 83 374 870 74.06 0.00 81.52 86.21 76.28 6 Mangat (125) 59 286 894 51.75 0.00 78.46 81.40 75.21 7 Ludhiani (126) 70 401 883 29.68 0.00 86.44 89.19 83.43 Budhu Barkat 8 (469) 14 60 667 15.00 0.00 57.69 63.33 50.00 9 Ghaian (121) 60 260 871 3.46 0.00 81.30 84.73 77.39 10 Jand (124) 168 813 931 11.93 0.00 81.07 83.24 78.75 11 Bala (122) 709 3697 927 32.62 0.00 79.01 82.61 75.20 12 Kotli Khurd (123) 200 1045 998 53.88 0.00 76.23 80.82 71.73 Fatehullapur 13 (129) 98 464 1053 83.19 0.00 86.37 92.38 80.72 14 Kherabad (130) 195 993 910 63.95 0.00 84.35 89.42 78.82 15 Hamza (120) 83 402 1030 25.12 0.00 88.28 91.62 85.11 16 Chak Alam (119) 24 104 926 37.50 0.00 93.68 98.00 88.89 Pandori Araian 17 (118) 336 1514 949 37.19 0.00 85.35 89.50 81.15 18 Khokhar (117) 46 240 1051 7.50 0.00 80.18 81.31 79.13 19 Dugari (116) 126 599 997 40.40 0.00 79.57 81.43 77.66 Jhingar Kalan 20 (92) 481 2357 950 37.84 0.00 87.84 92.32 83.33 21 Kathana (91) 115 579 949 55.44 0.00 76.25 79.25 73.15 22 Chanalta (492) 56 303 882 33.66 0.00 87.14 91.89 81.82 23 Kang (90) 66 312 938 36.54 0.00 89.47 91.33 87.41 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 101 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

24 Shahpur (89) 132 658 982 49.24 0.00 82.69 87.67 77.89 25 Rawan (72) 144 756 984 35.71 0.00 76.01 78.51 73.49 26 Jia Natha (70) 85 384 990 39.06 0.00 88.41 91.23 85.63 Munak Khurd 27 (506) 316 1427 931 34.06 0.00 88.45 92.32 84.28 28 Korala Kalan (64) 330 1425 960 23.37 0.00 90.78 94.57 86.98 29 Bagol Kalan (66) 59 284 856 81.69 0.00 83.40 89.23 76.58 30 Bhagaotipur (74) 1 5 1500 0.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 31 Khuda (71) 582 2595 963 24.39 0.00 88.77 92.68 84.77 32 Ralhan (73) 364 1627 1009 47.08 0.00 88.12 92.90 83.53 33 Pawen (88) 120 596 929 32.89 0.00 87.41 93.64 80.75 Jhingar Khurd 34 (87) 198 956 1021 38.28 0.00 88.02 93.51 82.67 35 Bodal (93) 654 2928 973 44.67 0.00 85.24 90.69 79.68 36 Nihalpur (114) 325 1483 1004 61.97 0.00 87.23 91.38 83.05 37 Khera Kotli (113) 109 563 922 38.19 0.00 71.40 76.57 66.09 38 Ajmer (94) 1 6 500 0.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 39 Berchha (83) 191 885 871 49.04 0.00 86.72 92.03 80.76 40 Nussa (95) 13 55 897 16.36 0.00 73.08 75.00 70.83 41 kalajhingar (82) 72 344 966 40.12 0.00 86.93 90.57 82.99 Raju Dawa Khri 42 (78) 52 288 1028 53.47 0.00 70.08 76.67 63.71 43 Rajpur (85) 114 545 926 81.28 0.00 80.42 85.89 74.79 Khun Khun 44 Khurd (86) 115 511 872 36.40 0.00 91.35 96.08 85.84 Duggal Dawa 45 Khri(84) 133 625 860 80.00 0.00 76.33 81.29 70.90 46 Gambhowal (75) 247 1152 1035 32.38 0.00 88.47 92.66 84.47 47 Tulluwal (68) 120 545 1004 59.63 0.00 89.30 92.98 85.66 48 Jakowal (76) 74 383 984 69.97 0.00 90.56 95.27 85.88 49 Kumpur (77) 95 361 814 22.16 0.00 79.06 84.75 72.03 Khokhar Dawa 50 Khri (79) 164 859 1021 64.38 0.00 87.07 90.68 83.72 51 Data (4) 58 290 1000 58.62 0.00 91.63 98.47 84.85 52 Bhana (3) 226 1013 994 34.65 0.00 91.34 93.96 88.77 53 Argowal (10) 489 2082 946 36.98 0.00 83.45 88.13 78.52 54 Dholowal (8) 106 492 871 41.67 0.00 81.88 86.09 77.42 55 Raja Kalan (5) 122 622 1006 76.21 0.00 92.81 95.57 90.18 56 Nangal (81) 140 644 1051 0.00 0.00 89.79 95.02 84.85 Shekhpur Khurd 57 (7) 1 3 500 0.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 58 Jitabaid (6) 28 126 969 0.00 0.00 92.50 95.00 90.00 59 Tur (80) 35 191 1146 59.69 0.00 75.29 82.93 68.48 60 Bhatian (27) 113 577 904 43.15 0.00 91.87 95.37 87.90 Khun Khun 61 Kalan (69) 455 2076 949 40.51 0.00 88.33 91.89 84.68 Korala Khurd 62 (65) 36 166 865 40.36 0.00 90.79 92.59 88.73 63 Darga Heri (63) 56 262 845 69.85 0.00 85.90 91.34 79.44 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 102 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

64 Lodhi Chak (57) 184 803 949 22.42 0.00 91.10 95.10 86.85 65 Gahot (56) 74 368 822 0.00 0.00 94.86 97.88 91.30 66 Salahpur (55) 55 229 1045 23.14 0.00 86.47 95.00 78.50 67 Rajpur (58) 152 609 965 37.44 0.00 91.30 94.27 88.38 Malakpur Bodal 68 (54) 85 460 893 46.74 0.00 81.13 85.51 76.29 69 Chattowal (61) 152 749 1024 55.27 0.00 92.57 95.14 90.12 70 Jhajji Pind (60) 50 232 1017 7.76 0.00 92.24 93.52 90.99 71 Sohian (62) 173 843 947 34.64 0.00 91.35 95.91 86.56 72 Bagol Khurd (67) 76 390 1063 77.95 0.00 88.10 94.48 82.08 73 Khanpur (28) 113 533 1019 57.04 0.00 81.29 82.83 79.84 Shekhupur Kalan 74 (29) 45 226 965 24.78 0.00 72.16 75.76 68.42 75 Dehriwala (30) 41 189 1032 84.13 0.00 76.83 84.15 69.51 Dhugga Kalan 76 (31) 393 1930 1008 49.17 0.00 88.77 93.07 84.50 77 Kotli (59) 66 330 875 44.85 0.00 94.06 94.97 93.06 Nangal Khunga 78 (53) 242 1212 900 60.15 0.00 85.94 88.75 82.91 79 Mohan (52) 132 681 918 75.92 0.00 74.50 80.80 67.15 80 Johal (33) 425 2060 962 45.44 0.00 79.23 83.24 75.14 81 Alar Pind (34) 116 672 1006 67.71 0.00 79.76 82.23 77.36 Ambala (Jattan) 82 (32) 246 1125 926 28.98 0.00 90.80 95.52 85.71 Jia Sahota Khurd 83 (23) 84 414 882 63.04 0.00 90.00 95.41 83.91 84 Mahal (26) 16 116 758 81.90 0.00 57.61 68.63 43.90 85 Thinda (24) 126 590 922 42.37 0.00 92.82 96.84 88.37 86 Chipra (25) 156 660 1069 65.45 0.00 89.29 94.83 84.42 Hardo Patti 87 Braich (9) 36 153 1217 0.00 0.00 88.28 92.19 85.19 Jia Sahota Kalan 88 (21) 66 302 1041 67.22 0.00 88.24 91.60 85.11 89 Chohak (22) 240 1177 949 34.24 0.00 84.91 87.55 82.15 90 Ramdaspur (38) 194 926 1017 54.21 0.00 87.17 91.40 83.05 91 Rupowal (37) 202 1002 992 56.39 0.00 84.97 88.81 81.15 92 Nangal (36) 68 345 917 91.59 0.00 69.31 73.68 64.49 Pandori Malhian 93 (53) 100 530 992 53.58 0.00 87.27 93.33 81.17 94 Malhian (35) 50 229 832 96.51 0.00 84.76 89.57 78.95 95 Dharamkot (51) 106 504 1008 93.45 0.00 77.26 83.87 70.56 96 Jhambowal (50) 133 713 896 57.22 0.00 72.29 70.83 74.02 Talwandi Jattan 97 (46) 188 818 957 54.03 0.00 87.43 93.07 81.64 98 Bahla (47) 197 934 1053 39.94 0.00 87.72 88.69 86.85 99 Galowal (40) 102 481 1047 79.00 0.00 79.91 84.58 75.45 100 Bagha (39) 223 986 1033 43.71 0.00 87.40 90.64 84.31 101 Sarhala (41) 139 622 987 50.48 0.00 88.12 92.25 84.18 102 Machhian (44) 119 520 877 0.00 0.00 90.56 96.65 84.14 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 103 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

103 Sehjowal (438) 124 597 977 39.03 0.00 88.56 92.31 84.62 104 Musa (439) 65 322 963 68.32 0.00 87.28 89.51 85.00 105 Rana (43) 104 531 863 46.89 0.00 86.44 88.58 83.94 106 Gondpur (42) 302 1368 1051 37.65 0.00 92.87 95.32 90.58 Pandori Atwalan 107 (440) 373 1817 899 44.47 0.00 85.07 90.81 78.75 108 Khangwari (465) 183 938 1017 18.12 0.00 87.80 91.00 84.78 109 Mastiwal (442) 205 940 1039 52.45 0.00 78.60 81.80 75.59 110 Garhdiwala (19) 180 889 993 78.18 0.00 87.24 92.82 81.73 111 Bhambowal (445) 93 452 923 2.65 0.00 90.45 96.50 84.34 112 Malhewal (446) 128 627 1029 45.14 0.00 91.19 94.51 87.99 113 Mirzapur (17) 144 663 1009 18.85 0.00 88.82 93.90 84.03 114 Jande (18) 55 253 1008 40.71 0.00 88.41 93.97 82.91 115 Kan Dhalian (16) 150 682 954 65.69 0.00 83.41 85.40 81.35 116 Keshopur (15) 65 291 1049 49.48 0.00 85.17 90.00 80.45 117 Balala (20) 73 307 1020 0.00 0.00 83.64 87.05 80.15 118 Tund (14) 134 615 971 50.08 0.00 85.48 89.64 81.18 119 Kalra (13) 138 725 1042 42.90 0.00 87.99 93.67 82.88 120 Badial (11) 74 370 907 64.05 0.00 67.26 73.33 60.38 121 Manga (12) 161 763 982 47.31 0.00 85.05 90.00 79.94 122 Bahtiwala (448) 108 551 982 28.49 0.00 91.78 94.27 89.03 123 Baranda (447) 112 498 1016 46.79 0.00 88.79 96.85 81.12 124 Fatehpur (450) 263 1142 1047 19.44 0.00 92.17 96.54 88.11 125 Bhanowal (451) 299 1329 1048 15.05 0.00 86.01 92.27 80.25 126 Bhatalu (452) 165 843 1056 25.03 0.00 93.31 96.41 90.50 Jamsher Chathial 127 (453) 288 1294 1003 37.40 0.00 88.19 92.70 83.89 128 Rajpur (449) 160 676 842 47.78 0.00 81.02 84.36 77.14 129 Daffer (1) 384 1748 1023 29.18 0.00 83.81 87.06 80.64 130 Mangarh (2) 146 653 955 42.88 0.00 83.82 88.14 79.37 131 Kolar (97) 153 750 1000 54.13 0.00 83.91 89.52 78.25 132 Randhawa (96) 449 1596 789 22.24 0.00 91.79 96.20 86.10 133 Gangian (111) 16 95 900 4.21 0.00 74.42 81.63 64.86 134 Bajwa (112) 97 472 1145 46.19 0.00 89.83 96.89 83.91 135 Keharwali (132) 37 180 837 71.11 0.00 81.94 86.75 76.39 136 Saggal (110) 164 806 1051 38.09 0.00 90.97 92.98 89.15 137 Panwan (109) 389 1848 941 32.63 0.00 86.64 91.06 82.05 138 Jandaur (98) 177 839 974 37.43 0.00 88.42 90.08 86.77 139 Thaker (99) 105 495 1089 35.35 0.00 83.92 87.19 80.97 140 Mokh (455) 37 187 1125 56.68 0.00 72.67 76.00 69.77 Jhojhar Chathial 141 (456) 115 578 1042 24.22 0.00 90.89 92.80 89.10 Shink Chathial 142 (454) 148 726 1051 21.07 0.00 88.35 93.71 83.48 Gujar Basoya 143 (457) 26 148 1176 14.86 0.00 84.73 88.33 81.69 144 Litt (458) 128 640 975 0.63 0.00 86.59 91.87 81.44 145 Granthpur (460) 55 252 1291 1.59 0.00 85.78 89.77 82.76

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Chahang Basoya 146 (459) 200 894 1027 9.28 0.00 88.24 94.71 82.26 147 Munak (461) 23 113 794 0.00 0.00 94.06 96.43 91.11 148 Kalowal (648) 74 329 1082 10.03 0.00 88.67 94.59 83.23 149 San Chak (647) 175 723 1126 0.00 0.00 88.47 93.15 84.57 150 Sansarpur (646) 342 1549 919 5.49 0.00 85.32 88.87 81.54 151 Bhatoli (164) 76 343 1079 0.00 0.00 93.77 97.24 90.63 Rachh Palwan 152 (163) 143 697 980 28.84 0.00 89.95 93.40 86.41 153 Nagre (162) 44 216 946 0.00 0.00 89.34 91.00 87.63 154 Kakoa (160) 113 502 1016 36.65 0.00 85.62 92.48 78.76 155 Garjeli (107) 24 142 945 0.00 0.00 74.59 76.56 72.41 Khun Khun Sarki 156 (103) 106 529 945 39.70 0.00 90.97 92.59 89.27 157 Mundian (100) 55 253 917 0.00 0.00 83.56 86.21 80.73 158 Chhaurian (102) 64 284 932 94.37 0.00 83.53 89.68 77.24 159 Takipur (101) 38 174 891 67.24 0.00 83.12 87.34 78.67 160 Bangalipur (108) 146 654 912 34.86 0.00 90.59 93.95 86.83 161 Odrah (134) 128 600 1000 84.50 0.00 90.49 95.00 86.09 162 Ballagan (133) 224 1033 1002 61.76 0.00 74.23 78.19 70.36 163 Jalota (135) 326 1479 1043 44.90 0.00 88.73 91.96 85.67 164 Chandidass (136) 84 418 874 9.57 0.00 84.33 89.05 79.12 165 Kallowal (158) 183 853 988 25.21 0.00 87.28 91.10 83.59 166 Passi Kandi (159) 285 1355 1001 26.49 0.00 88.45 91.56 85.44 167 Dulminwal (166) 96 502 1057 64.14 0.00 79.26 81.13 77.48 168 Rattre (167) 57 295 1092 42.03 0.00 85.34 90.55 80.58 169 Morian (168) 98 477 1074 53.88 0.00 81.88 85.71 78.38 170 Thiara (169) 91 524 1055 0.00 0.00 78.44 81.78 75.42 171 Banial (157) 130 676 817 49.85 0.00 81.68 85.37 77.34 172 Mirpur (155) 180 842 1029 59.38 0.00 88.63 92.99 84.52 173 Kotli (154) 46 215 972 73.49 0.00 89.64 94.74 84.69 Chak Mehra 174 (137) 378 1847 1012 39.58 0.00 82.32 86.31 78.40 175 Sarinpur (139) 133 600 1034 38.50 0.00 71.08 73.28 68.98 Bhattida Pind 176 (140) 64 307 861 78.83 0.00 81.21 80.00 82.58 Usman Shahid 177 (142) 429 1992 1014 18.07 0.00 81.83 86.09 77.75 178 Manak (141) 19 108 929 0.00 0.00 88.30 91.84 84.44 Mian Ka Pind 179 (152) 124 575 1032 70.96 0.00 77.19 79.84 74.60 Chak Kasim 180 (150) 93 456 1000 21.93 0.00 78.91 81.38 76.53 181 Gag Sultan (182) 157 762 974 82.28 0.00 78.37 82.87 73.95 182 Sagran (153) 181 862 1023 39.33 0.00 79.90 84.62 75.38 Sahu Ka Pind 183 (179) 98 434 1038 87.79 0.00 82.94 89.25 76.92 184 Sundia (180) 133 658 902 41.95 0.00 64.90 69.52 59.61 185 Haler (181) 211 1018 1000 41.16 0.00 84.25 86.77 81.74 Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 105 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

Toe Makhowal 186 (634) 182 982 980 33.50 0.00 84.07 88.02 80.22 187 Kaluwal (156) 63 322 1105 77.02 0.00 79.93 89.78 71.05 188 Bija Bhatoli (175) 7 43 1389 16.28 0.00 83.78 81.25 85.71 189 Rai Chak (172) 81 415 939 18.80 0.00 75.53 80.30 70.22 190 Raghowal (170) 103 541 946 32.53 0.00 89.39 93.94 84.85 191 Biru Chak (173) 20 110 1075 66.36 0.00 81.32 84.44 78.26 Gazi Bhatoli 192 (178) 17 124 851 0.00 0.00 78.30 81.03 75.00 Mehar Bhatoli 193 (177) 135 727 1008 62.86 0.00 79.66 83.87 75.68 194 Makhowal (176) 14 69 865 47.83 0.00 84.13 88.57 78.57 195 Gag Jallo (627) 126 630 886 35.40 0.00 86.91 90.64 82.85 Total 28592 135458 972 40.97 0.00 85.37 89.41 81.28 It may be seen from the above table that the total rural population of the villages of district Hoshiarpur falling in the study area is 135458, varying between 3 in Shekhpur Khurd to 3697 in Bala. Sex ratio was found to be varying from 500 in Shekhpur Khurd to as good as 1500 in Bhagaotipur. The proportion of SC% was observed to be varying between nil in Gazi Bhatoli, Manak, Tiara, Nangal etc to 96.51% in Malhian. The proportion of ST% was observed nil. The overall literacy rates were found to be varying from 57.61% in Mahal to 100% in Bhagaotipur, Ajmer & Shekhpur Khurd. Female literacy rates of Mahal (43.9%) were observed to be minimum across all 195 villages of the study area. B. Urban Areas, District Hoshiarpur Population The total urban population of the study area falling in Hoshiarpur district is 32785 constituting 6893 households. The sex ratio of the study area as per census 2011 records is 935, whereas the sex ratio of the districts involved is 961. Social Structure The proportion of Scheduled Caste (SC) urban population within the study area is 25.92% whereas this proportion in the districts involved in 35.14%. The proportion of Scheduled tribe (ST) population within the study area as well as in the districts is Nil. Literacy The total proportion of urban literate within the study area is 85.96% of total population. The proportion of Male literates and female literates within the study area is 88.96% and 82.77% respectively. Detailed Rural profile of study area is given below (source: Census of India, 2011)

Table 55. Detailed Rural profile of study area Overall Male Female Sl. No. of Total Sex ST Name SC% Literacy Literacy Literacy No. HHs Population Ratio % % % %

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Dasuya (M 1 Cl) 5281 25192 931 24.53 0 85.91 88.76 82.88 Gardhiwala 2 (M Cl) 1612 7593 950 30.54 0 86.12 89.65 82.41 Total 6893 32785 935 25.92 0 85.96 88.96 82.77 It may be seen from the above table that the total urban population of the district Hoshiarpur falling in the study area is 32785, varying between 7593 in Gardhiwala (MCI) to 25192 in Dausa (MCI). Sex ratio was found to be varying from 931 in Dausa (MCI) to 950 in Gardhiwala (MCI). The proportion of SC% was observed to be varying between 24.53% in Dausa (MCI) to 30.54% in Gardhiwala (MCI). The proportion of ST% was observed Nil in the study area as well as in the district. The overall literacy rates were found to be varying from 85.91% in Dausa (MCI) to 86.12% in Gardhiwala (MCI). Female literacy rates of Gardhiwala (M Cl) (82.41%) was observed to be minimum across all 2 urban areas falling within the study area.

3.12.6. Work Profile of Study Area A. Rural Areas The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area is depicted in the table given below —

Table 56. The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area Total Total Male Total Total Total Total Worker Worker Female Main Marginal Sl. No. Name Population % % Worker % Worker % Worker % 1 Chhangla (127) 1787 30.89 94.75 5.25 97.28 2.72 2 Nangal (145) 65 29.23 89.47 10.53 100 0 3 Kalyanpur (144) 274 30.29 87.95 12.05 84.34 15.66 4 Ashrafpur (143) 327 35.17 84.35 15.65 80 20 5 Mahdipur (146) 374 31.02 96.55 3.45 97.41 2.59 6 Mangat (125) 286 31.47 95.56 4.44 97.78 2.22 7 Ludhiani (126) 401 34.91 94.29 5.71 97.14 2.86 8 Budhu Barkat (469) 60 36.67 95.45 4.55 90.91 9.09 9 Ghaian (121) 260 31.15 97.53 2.47 91.36 8.64 10 Jand (124) 813 28.91 96.17 3.83 95.32 4.68 11 Bala (122) 3697 29.54 92.03 7.97 85.44 14.56 12 Kotli Khurd (123) 1045 28.04 87.71 12.29 35.15 64.85 13 Fatehullapur (129) 464 34.05 77.85 22.15 92.41 7.59 14 Kherabad (130) 993 31.72 84.76 15.24 74.29 25.71

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15 Hamza (120) 402 29.1 83.76 16.24 83.76 16.24 16 Chak Alam (119) 104 27.88 100 0 100 0 Pandori Araian 17 (118) 1514 33.42 75.89 24.11 65.02 34.98 18 Khokhar (117) 240 30 88.89 11.11 97.22 2.78 19 Dugari (116) 599 25.04 88 12 75.33 24.67 20 Jhingar Kalan (92) 2357 25.12 86.82 13.18 77.53 22.47 21 Kathana (91) 579 32.12 93.01 6.99 58.06 41.94 22 Chanalta (492) 303 29.7 91.11 8.89 95.56 4.44 23 Kang (90) 312 35.26 80 20 80.91 19.09 24 Shahpur (89) 658 33.43 90.91 9.09 86.82 13.18 25 Rawan (72) 756 29.1 95.91 4.09 73.18 26.82 26 Jia Natha (70) 384 29.43 83.19 16.81 94.69 5.31 27 Munak Khurd (506) 1427 31.11 82.43 17.57 93.02 6.98 28 Korala Kalan (64) 1425 38.95 75.5 24.5 87.57 12.43 29 Bagol Kalan (66) 284 55.28 57.32 42.68 62.42 37.58 30 Bhagaotipur (74) 5 40 50 50 100 0 31 Khuda (71) 2595 40.35 67.14 32.86 85.48 14.52 32 Ralhan (73) 1627 30.79 76.65 23.35 81.84 18.16 33 Pawen (88) 596 24.66 80.27 19.73 88.44 11.56 34 Jhingar Khurd (87) 956 26.26 92.43 7.57 93.63 6.37 35 Bodal (93) 2928 37.33 68.53 31.47 42.73 57.27 36 Nihalpur (114) 1483 29.8 81.67 18.33 96.83 3.17 37 Khera Kotli (113) 563 27.89 84.08 15.92 99.36 0.64 38 Ajmer (94) 6 33.33 50 50 100 0 39 Berchha (83) 885 31.98 85.87 14.13 86.93 13.07 40 Nussa (95) 55 25.45 92.86 7.14 100 0 41 kalajhingar (82) 344 29.07 91 9 74 26 Raju Dawa Khri 42 (78) 288 20.14 96.55 3.45 62.07 37.93 43 Rajpur (85) 545 25.69 94.29 5.71 21.43 78.57

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Khun Khun Khurd 44 (86) 511 31.12 88.05 11.95 76.1 23.9 Duggal Dawa 45 Khri(84) 625 25.92 91.98 8.02 100 0 46 Gambhowal (75) 1152 29.17 78.57 21.43 82.14 17.86 47 Tulluwal (68) 545 22.94 88 12 100 0 48 Jakowal (76) 383 37.08 78.17 21.83 15.49 84.51 49 Kumpur (77) 361 28.53 86.41 13.59 89.32 10.68 Khokhar Dawa Khri 50 (79) 859 29.57 78.35 21.65 70.08 29.92 51 Data (4) 290 25.86 92 8 100 0 52 Bhana (3) 1013 37.71 68.06 31.94 85.86 14.14 53 Argowal (10) 2082 34.29 81.79 18.21 83.89 16.11 54 Dholowal (8) 492 29.27 86.81 13.19 93.75 6.25 55 Raja Kalan (5) 622 28.3 83.52 16.48 90.34 9.66 56 Nangal (81) 644 47.05 54.79 45.21 73.93 26.07 57 Shekhpur Khurd (7) 3 66.67 50 50 100 0 58 Jitabaid (6) 126 37.3 89.36 10.64 85.11 14.89 59 Tur (80) 191 29.32 89.29 10.71 44.64 55.36 60 Bhatian (27) 577 36.57 88.63 11.37 90.05 9.95 Khun Khun Kalan 61 (69) 2076 28.81 80.43 19.57 69.06 30.94 62 Korala Khurd (65) 166 43.37 83.33 16.67 79.17 20.83 63 Darga Heri (63) 262 41.6 70.64 29.36 91.74 8.26 64 Lodhi Chak (57) 803 32.88 84.47 15.53 88.64 11.36 65 Gahot (56) 368 26.09 82.29 17.71 95.83 4.17 66 Salahpur (55) 229 31.44 81.94 18.06 91.67 8.33 67 Rajpur (58) 609 38.59 75.74 24.26 93.19 6.81 Malakpur Bodal 68 (54) 460 34.13 87.26 12.74 98.73 1.27 69 Chattowal (61) 749 23.9 86.59 13.41 91.06 8.94 70 Jhajji Pind (60) 232 33.62 75.64 24.36 91.03 8.97 71 Sohian (62) 843 35.11 87.84 12.16 96.62 3.38

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72 Bagol Khurd (67) 390 29.23 81.58 18.42 71.93 28.07 73 Khanpur (28) 533 21.95 93.16 6.84 99.15 0.85 Shekhupur Kalan 74 (29) 226 28.76 87.69 12.31 96.92 3.08 75 Dehriwala (30) 189 29.63 91.07 8.93 89.29 10.71 76 Dhugga Kalan (31) 1930 27.82 86.78 13.22 84.54 15.46 77 Kotli (59) 330 29.09 89.58 10.42 98.96 1.04 78 Nangal Khunga (53) 1212 28.8 87.97 12.03 99.71 0.29 79 Mohan (52) 681 44.79 65.57 34.43 51.15 48.85 80 Johal (33) 2060 35.83 74.39 25.61 92.95 7.05 81 Alar Pind (34) 672 32.29 87.1 12.9 82.95 17.05

82 Ambala (Jattan) (32) 1125 33.87 81.36 18.64 77.69 22.31 Jia Sahota Khurd 83 (23) 414 32.85 88.24 11.76 94.12 5.88 84 Mahal (26) 116 57.76 68.66 31.34 95.52 4.48 85 Thinda (24) 590 47.8 48.94 51.06 79.79 20.21 86 Chipra (25) 660 22.88 76.16 23.84 80.79 19.21 Hardo Patti Braich 87 (9) 153 18.3 100 0 89.29 10.71 Jia Sahota Kalan 88 (21) 302 21.85 92.42 7.58 34.85 65.15 89 Chohak (22) 1177 29.91 88.92 11.08 85.51 14.49 90 Ramdaspur (38) 926 34.67 73.83 26.17 90.97 9.03 91 Rupowal (37) 1002 32.83 80.24 19.76 86.93 13.07 92 Nangal (36) 345 49.28 64.12 35.88 54.71 45.29 Pandori Malhian 93 (53) 530 31.7 91.07 8.93 89.29 10.71 94 Malhian (35) 229 32.31 87.84 12.16 33.78 66.22 95 Dharamkot (51) 504 35.71 76.67 23.33 31.11 68.89 96 Jhambowal (50) 713 20.9 67.79 32.21 72.48 27.52 97 Talwandi Jattan (46) 818 34.96 76.92 23.08 61.54 38.46 98 Bahla (47) 934 23.98 89.29 10.71 98.21 1.79

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99 Galowal (40) 481 26.82 89.15 10.85 99.22 0.78 100 Bagha (39) 986 25.96 83.98 16.02 94.14 5.86 101 Sarhala (41) 622 26.53 87.88 12.12 84.85 15.15 102 Machhian (44) 520 33.65 76.57 23.43 46.29 53.71 103 Sehjowal (438) 597 33.33 75.38 24.62 94.97 5.03 104 Musa (439) 322 31.99 74.76 25.24 57.28 42.72 105 Rana (43) 531 36.72 90.77 9.23 95.9 4.1 106 Gondpur (42) 1368 27.49 88.83 11.17 96.81 3.19 Pandori Atwalan 107 (440) 1817 32.25 85.32 14.68 91.3 8.7 108 Khangwari (465) 938 27.29 87.11 12.89 93.75 6.25 109 Mastiwal (442) 940 40.21 73.02 26.98 57.67 42.33 110 Garhdiwala (19) 889 34.08 79.54 20.46 79.87 20.13 111 Bhambowal (445) 452 32.3 91.1 8.9 89.04 10.96 112 Malhewal (446) 627 32.85 86.41 13.59 83.98 16.02 113 Mirzapur (17) 663 29.56 89.29 10.71 94.39 5.61 114 Jande (18) 253 34.39 78.16 21.84 83.91 16.09 115 Kan Dhalian (16) 682 29.77 84.24 15.76 37.44 62.56 116 Keshopur (15) 291 29.9 79.31 20.69 88.51 11.49 117 Balala (20) 307 30.62 82.98 17.02 94.68 5.32 118 Tund (14) 615 29.27 92.22 7.78 95.56 4.44 119 Kalra (13) 725 42.62 74.76 25.24 58.9 41.1 120 Badial (11) 370 31.62 82.05 17.95 100 0 121 Manga (12) 763 30.67 84.19 15.81 58.97 41.03 122 Bahtiwala (448) 551 30.31 86.83 13.17 62.28 37.72 123 Baranda (447) 498 19.28 86.46 13.54 91.67 8.33 124 Fatehpur (450) 1142 20.58 89.79 10.21 91.06 8.94 125 Bhanowal (451) 1329 39.2 58.93 41.07 63.53 36.47 126 Bhatalu (452) 843 21.95 90.81 9.19 60.54 39.46 Jamsher Chathial 127 (453) 1294 24.65 85.27 14.73 45.77 54.23 128 Rajpur (449) 676 25.3 86.55 13.45 63.16 36.84

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129 Daffer (1) 1748 31.24 81.87 18.13 90.66 9.34 130 Mangarh (2) 653 32.01 80.38 19.62 73.21 26.79 131 Kolar (97) 750 23.87 94.41 5.59 37.99 62.01 132 Randhawa (96) 1596 56.45 67.81 32.19 86.35 13.65 133 Gangian (111) 95 20 100 0 94.74 5.26 134 Bajwa (112) 472 25.21 81.51 18.49 83.19 16.81 135 Keharwali (132) 180 33.33 78.33 21.67 86.67 13.33 136 Saggal (110) 806 35.24 78.87 21.13 87.32 12.68 137 Panwan (109) 1848 45.08 65.31 34.69 88.84 11.16 138 Jandaur (98) 839 31.94 76.87 23.13 77.24 22.76 139 Thaker (99) 495 26.46 93.13 6.87 100 0 140 Mokh (455) 187 22.46 95.24 4.76 97.62 2.38 Jhojhar Chathial 141 (456) 578 24.57 88.03 11.97 71.83 28.17

142 Shink Chathial (454) 726 22.59 89.63 10.37 75 25 143 Gujar Basoya (457) 148 27.7 87.8 12.2 48.78 51.22 144 Litt (458) 640 31.41 77.11 22.89 65.17 34.83 145 Granthpur (460) 252 20.24 96.08 3.92 62.75 37.25 Chahang Basoya 146 (459) 894 29.08 78.85 21.15 32.69 67.31 147 Munak (461) 113 24.78 82.14 17.86 100 0 148 Kalowal (648) 329 37.39 61.79 38.21 50.41 49.59 149 San Chak (647) 723 26.83 79.9 20.1 93.3 6.7 150 Sansarpur (646) 1549 28.53 92.99 7.01 97.96 2.04 151 Bhatoli (164) 343 24.78 85.88 14.12 90.59 9.41 152 Rachh Palwan (163) 697 28.26 90.86 9.14 94.42 5.58 153 Nagre (162) 216 22.69 93.88 6.12 100 0 154 Kakoa (160) 502 29.48 91.89 8.11 85.14 14.86 155 Garjeli (107) 142 30.99 88.64 11.36 81.82 18.18 Khun Khun Sarki 156 (103) 529 9.45 84 16 94 6 157 Mundian (100) 253 28.85 94.52 5.48 94.52 5.48

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158 Chhaurian (102) 284 28.52 93.83 6.17 100 0 159 Takipur (101) 174 28.74 96 4 100 0 160 Bangalipur (108) 654 31.65 83.09 16.91 54.11 45.89 161 Odrah (134) 600 25.83 81.29 18.71 80.65 19.35 162 Ballagan (133) 1033 38.43 69.52 30.48 82.37 17.63 163 Jalota (135) 1479 28.8 80.75 19.25 79.34 20.66 164 Chandidass (136) 418 29.9 90.4 9.6 89.6 10.4 165 Kallowal (158) 853 19.34 92.12 7.88 88.48 11.52 166 Passi Kandi (159) 1355 24.5 82.23 17.77 71.08 28.92 167 Dulminwal (166) 502 27.69 85.61 14.39 60.43 39.57 168 Rattre (167) 295 26.44 89.74 10.26 61.54 38.46 169 Morian (168) 477 27.67 91.67 8.33 83.33 16.67 170 Thiara (169) 524 33.4 74.86 25.14 92 8 171 Banial (157) 676 34.32 84.91 15.09 54.31 45.69 172 Mirpur (155) 842 21.02 92.09 7.91 97.74 2.26 173 Kotli (154) 215 20 86.05 13.95 90.7 9.3 174 Chak Mehra (137) 1847 31.4 84.83 15.17 80.34 19.66 175 Sarinpur (139) 600 42.67 67.58 32.42 86.72 13.28 176 Bhattida Pind (140) 307 47.56 68.49 31.51 61.64 38.36

177 Usman Shahid (142) 1992 31.63 82.38 17.62 94.92 5.08 178 Manak (141) 108 51.85 55.36 44.64 48.21 51.79 179 Mian Ka Pind (152) 575 32.17 80.54 19.46 60.54 39.46 180 Chak Kasim (150) 456 28.51 96.15 3.85 63.08 36.92 181 Gag Sultan (182) 762 31.36 84.52 15.48 83.68 16.32 182 Sagran (153) 862 33.41 81.6 18.4 91.67 8.33 183 Sahu Ka Pind (179) 434 26.04 86.73 13.27 59.29 40.71 184 Sundia (180) 658 47.87 63.17 36.83 91.43 8.57 185 Haler (181) 1018 25.44 83.78 16.22 83.78 16.22 Toe Makhowal 186 (634) 982 25.25 91.94 8.06 90.73 9.27 187 Kaluwal (156) 322 30.43 73.47 26.53 69.39 30.61

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188 Bija Bhatoli (175) 43 90.7 43.59 56.41 71.79 28.21 189 Rai Chak (172) 415 79.76 52.57 47.43 77.95 22.05 190 Raghowal (170) 541 21.26 83.48 16.52 82.61 17.39 191 Biru Chak (173) 110 18.18 80 20 90 10 192 Gazi Bhatoli (178) 124 25.81 84.38 15.63 100 0 193 Mehar Bhatoli (177) 727 29.99 77.98 22.02 100 0 194 Makhowal (176) 69 31.88 100 0 100 0 195 Gag Jallo (627) 630 26.67 89.29 10.71 98.81 1.19 Total 135458 31.43 80.89 19.11 80.26 19.74

It may be observed from the table above that the proportion of the total workers is 31.43% of the total population of the study area. The proportion was found to be varying from 9.45% in Khun Khun Sarki to 90.70% in Bija Bhatoli. The work force was mainly constituted by males to the tune of 80.89%. It was also observed an overwhelming majority 80.26% of the workers were main worker. B. Urban Areas The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area is depicted in the table given below —

Table 57. The work profile of the villages of Hoshiarpur district falling within study area Total Total Total Total Total Total Male Female Main Marginal Sl. No. Name Worker Population Worker % Worker Worker Worker % % % % Dasuya (M 1 32.75 77.44 22.56 84.50 15.50 Cl) 25192 Gardhiwala 2 33.12 81.87 18.13 92.76 7.24 (M Cl) 7593 Total 32785 32.84 78.48 21.52 86.43 13.57 It may be observed from the table above that the proportion of the total workers is 32.84% of the total population of the study area. The proportion was found to be varying from 32.75% in Dasua (MCI) to 33.12% in Gardhiwala (MCI). The work force was mainly constituted by males to the tune of 78.48%. It was also observed that an overwhelming majority 86.43% of the workers were main workers.

3.12.7. Primary Data Collection

The primary survey for nearby 5 villages has been conducted. These villages are the main villages which will have positive and negative impact due to the operation of this project. The process of collecting data using primary survey data is as follows:

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(i) Identify the villages to be surveyed. (ii) Select one village. (iii) Check the number of PAF in the village due to project. (iv) PAF to be surveyed individually. (v) Indirect affected villages to be surveyed using focus group discussion method having 15-20 persons in a group. (vi) Physical survey for sanitation /drinking water facilities, banks, physical heath checks, availability of primary health centres/ dispensary/ hospitals, road conditions, educational facilities, source of income, average annual income of the villagers. The summary of socio-economic survey conducted in these villages is given below: A socioeconomic survey within 5 Km Buffer Zone was conducted. Survey covered a few households in the buffer zone which included the villages Rampura, Shikhopur, Naurangpur, Hasanpur, Kherkidaula. The result of the survey is summarized as below:

Table 58. Results of socio-economic survey Name of the Villages Parameter Randhawa Saggal Berchha Rajju Kalan Bodal village village village village village House Hold 350 800 100 500 400 Approx Agriculture, Agriculture, Agriculture, Agriculture, Agriculture, Labour, Self- Labour, Labour, Self- Labour, Self- Occupation Labour, Self- Employment, Self- Employment Employment, or source of Employment, Government Employment , Government income Government Jobs , Government Jobs Jobs Government Jobs Jobs Population 1700 2000 1200 1600 1500 %Working status Labour 45 25 50 25 45 Private Job 20 20 10 20 20 Govt. Job 10 20 35 30 20 Self 25 40 5 10 35 Employed Primary, Anganwadi, Anganwadi, School Anganwadi, middle, high, Anganwadi, primary, primary primary, private Anganwadi primary middle Clinic, Dispensary, Asha Asha Asha Hospital dispensary, clinic, asha Workers, workers, workers, ASHA Worker worker clinic clinic clinic Post office None Available None Available None

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Bank Available Available None None None Market Available Available Available Available Available Electricity Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Source of Hand pump and Borewell, hand Borewell, supply and Community, water supply pump tubewell hand pump borewell Toilet 95 70 100 80 Facilities 85 Tractor, 2- Tractor, cart, 4- wheeler, tractor, Transport Bus, rail, truck, wheeler, 4- 2- wheeler, 2- wheeler, scooter, car, System 2- wheeler wheeler dumper, car truck, tractor tempo APL 45 45 40 65 70 BPL 55 55 60 35 30 Micro level Village information (Source - Field survey) Data interpretation of survey conducted :

Table 59. Data interpreatio of survey Parameter Data Interpretation studied Housing The housing condition in the buffer zone is better than other rural areas as this area falls in NCR region ● Pucca houses – 90% ● Semi pucca houses – 10% ● Kuccha houses – NIL Electricity The availability of electricity connection in the buffer zone is better than other rural areas as this area falls in NCR region ● Households having Electric connection – 100% ● Households not having Electric connection – 0% Economic The Proportion of above Poverty line in the buffer zone is better Category than other rural areas as this area falls in NCR region Composition ● Households above poverty line –70% ● Households below poverty line –30% Drinking As the project falls in NCR region, water is available in the area: Water ● Households with supply through pipe line – 40% ● Households using community/handpump –60% Education As the project falls in NCR region, mostly people are educated: status ● Adults Educated – 55% ● Kids Educated – 90% Primary As the project falls in NCR region, main occupation of people is: Occupation ● Labour- 45% ● Private Job- 20% ● Private Business- 25% ● Govt Job- 10% These figures imply that much of the study area’s working population has year-round occupation /sources of livelihood. Interviews with stakeholders corroborated this fact. 3.13. Traffic Density

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Report prepared by: Kapil Singh Location of proposed facility: Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab. It is located at coordinates of 31°46'49.84"N & 75°41'52.87"E. The elevation of the site is about 260 m with respect to mean sea level. The site is well connected to SH-24 (Dasuya- Hoshiarpur Road). Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road (SH-24) is designed to carry heavy traffic volumes during peak hours at an acceptable Level of Service. The addition of traffic from adjacent roads, must not affect the carrying capacity of these Sub- Arterial roads. Also, the traffic on Sub-arterial roads must not affect the access and value of the properties adjacent to the road. This is the essence of Traffic impact assessment study.

Figure 53. Traffic Survey locations The traffic surveys have been conducted for 7 days to assess travel characteristics of the State Highway-24 and National Highway-1A. Survey of the roads has been conducted by estimating the trips generated from project site using per day inflow of trucks and also estimating the present traffic densities within 2 km radius from site or the project influence area (PIA).

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Figure 54. 2 km radius of project site for traffic survey 3.13.1. Methodology

The study was conducted in two steps: a) Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24: 7-days continuous assessment of existing traffic volume for 17-hours near the site of Dasuya- Hoshiarpur, SH-24 in order to determine the expected flow and traffic movement.

Table 60. PCU value S. No. VEHICLE TYPE PCU VALUE 1 Car 1 2 Two-wheeler 0.5 3 Private bus 2.2 4 Auto 1.2 5 LCV 2 6 Truck 3.7 7 Tractor and Trailor 5 8 Cycle rickshaw 0.5

Conversion Factor (Ref: IRC 106, 1990)

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Interpretation:

Table 61. Interpretation as per IRC 106:1990 S.no LOS Value Category Inference based on IRC 106: 1990 (Ratio of V:C) (V/C) 1 0-0.2 A Represents a condition of free flow; individual users are generally unaffected by others in the traffic and this condition is generally considered in the Excellent Category. 2 0.2-0.4 B Represents a condition of stable flow; individual users have a level of comfort and convenience but less than that of A. 3 0.4-0.6 C Represents a condition of zonal stable flow; individual users are starting in a bit of discomfort; users start to feel inconvenience due to presence of other users on the road. General level of discomfort increases and there is a noticeable decline in convenience. 4 0.6-0.8 D Represents the level of stable flow; Level of comfort of users is poor and discomfort is significant in the flow of traffic. This category traffic streams are extremely susceptible to traffic problems. 5 0.8-1 E Represents operating conditions close to capacity level; freedom to traffic stream is low and the speed is relatively uniform but very less. Comfort and convenience is relatively poor and discomfort is visible. 6 1 or above F Breakdown Flow; These streams often and broken down, susceptible to long delays and therefore there is huge discomfort in these streams. Interpretation of LOS (Ref: IRC 106, 1990) STEP 1: Weekly analysis of traffic density at SH-24 I. Summary of traffic count at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24

Table 62. Summary of traffic count at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24

Capacity of Bus/ Two- Others/ PCU/1 PCU/ Days Car Road in LOS Truck Wheeler Auto 7 Hr Hr PCU/Hr

Monday 1634 384 2861 808 5760 339 2143 0.16 Tuesday 1552 365 2718 767 5472 322 2143 0.15 Wednesday 1797 422 3147 888 6336 373 2143 0.17 Thursday 1389 326 2432 686 4896 288 2143 0.13 Friday 1797 422 3147 888 6336 373 2143 0.17 Saturday 1307 307 2289 646 4608 271 2143 0.13 Sunday 1340 315 2346 662 4723 278 2143 0.13 Average 1545 363 2706 764 5448 320 2143 0.15

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Figure 55. Average weekly composition of traffic at SH-24

Figure 56. Weekly variation in PCU/17 hour graph STEP 2: Hourly analysis of traffic density at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24 of 1 day

Table 63. Hourly analysis of traffic density at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24 of 1 day Hours Baseline Incremental Baseli Capa ne + Two- Other city LOS LOS % Bus/ PCU Incremen Predi Car Wheel s/ of Base Predi incre Truck /Hr t PCU/Hr cted er Auto Road line cted ase PCU/ in Hr Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 120 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

PCU/ Hr 06:00- 07:00 80 35 127 34 343 510 853 2143 0.16 0.40 148.8 07:00- 08:00 94 29 125 38 330 540 870 2143 0.15 0.41 163.4 08:00-09:00 98 18 165 56 328 535 863 2143 0.15 0.40 163.1 09:00-10:00 107 11 169 53 303 475 778 2143 0.14 0.36 156.7 10:00-11:00 105 10 178 50 299 400 699 2143 0.14 0.32 133.7 11:00-12:00 90 16 172 49 307 420 727 2143 0.14 0.34 136.7 12:00-13:00 66 27 175 55 341 400 741 2143 0.16 0.35 117.2 13:00-14:00 90 30 174 49 369 325 694 2143 0.17 0.32 88.1 14:00-15:00 82 23 178 53 337 310 647 2143 0.16 0.30 91.9 15:00-16:00 77 18 174 53 309 380 689 2143 0.14 0.32 123.1 16:00-17:00 109 12 171 51 310 460 770 2143 0.14 0.36 148.3 17:00-18:00 124 13 174 6 274 505 779 2143 0.13 0.36 184.5 18:00-19:00 127 21 183 60 383 520 903 2143 0.18 0.42 135.9 19:00-20:00 126 27 181 53 402 475 877 2143 0.19 0.41 118.2 20:00-21:00 104 28 173 49 377 375 752 2143 0.18 0.35 99.4 21:00-22:00 84 27 174 47 349 410 759 2143 0.16 0.35 117.3 22:00-23:00 70 41 168 50 399 460 859 2143 0.19 0.40 115.2 Average 96 23 168 48 339 441 780 2143 0.16 0.36 132 Carrying Capacity at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24= 2143 PCU/hr Existing traffic density at Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH-24= 339 PCU/hr Existing LOS = 0.16, ‘A’ After increment LOS = 0.36, ‘B’

Figure 57. Hourly variation at SH-24 Conclusion:

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● From the table, it is interpreted that the capacity of the Dasuya- Hoshiarpur road, SH- 24, is much higher than the proposed traffic volume. Therefore, the traffic to & fro will not create any traffic congestion. ● After increment, LOS will increase from 0.16 to 0.36, i.e., Represents a condition of stable flow; individual users have a level of comfort and convenience but less than that of A.

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Prediction of impacts is the most important component in the Environmental Impact Assessment studies. Several scientific techniques and methodologies are available to predict impacts of developmental activities on physical, ecological and socio-economic environments. Such predictions are superimposed over the baseline (pre-project) status of environmental quality to derive the ultimate (post-project) scenario of environmental conditions. The prediction of impacts helps to minimize the adverse impacts on environmental quality during pre and post project execution. Generally, the environmental impacts are categorized as either primary or secondary. Primary impacts are those, which are attributed directly by the project and secondary impacts are those, which are indirectly induced and typically include the associated investment and changed patterns of social and economic activities by the proposed actions. For the proposed project, the impact assessment shall be performed in following steps: ● Identification of interactions between activities and environmental receptors. ● Identification of potentially significant environmental impacts. Based on this preliminary identification, environmental indices that are likely to be impacted due to the project are: ● Land use / Land cover: site preparation and construction/installation. ● Air quality: Dust generation during construction/installation, vehicle movement, loading/unloading, manufacturing process, transportation and operation of Boiler, DG set, APCS, etc. ● Noise: Vehicle movement during construction, operation of Boiler, DG set, APCS, manufacturing process, loading/unloading ● Water: Disposal of waste water from construction activity/ labour, manufacturing process, scrubbing, boiler, cooling tower, laboratory and other domestic use ● Soil: Excavation activity and chemical contamination. ● Storage and handling of Chemicals, solid and hazardous waste. ● Ecology and Biodiversity: clearance of vegetation during construction and emission from operational activities ● Socio – Economic: positive impact due to creation of jobs and increase in indirect income. ● Occupational health, community Health and safety: Occupational risk during various activities associated with construction

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4.1.1. Activity –Installation of Machinery Aspects ● Emission of dust ● Increased PM level ● Generation of noise ● Soil contamination

Table 64. Activity- Installation of Machinery Environmental Impact Proposed Mitigation Measures components Air Environment Dust will be generated due to the -Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the installation of the machineries and dust generation other equipment within the project -Dust suppression systems (water spray) site, which may cause respiratory will be done. Soil or mud that will be problems to the workers and generated from the project site during the decrease the aesthetic look of the installation of machineries will be properly area stacked and covered within the project site for the due course of time and if required water sprinkling will be done on the muck so that it may not blow off. Water Environment No major impact envisaged None Land Use Change in land-use due to This is expansion of existing Sugar Mill on construction/installation of the the same plot area i.e.,6,87,966 sqm or 170 project. acres (Sugar Mill area-59 acre). The land use of the area is already being changed to an industrial unit. Therefore, there will be no further change in existing Land use. Soil Environment None None Socio-Economic None None Ecology & Increased PM Level will result in Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the Biodiversity deposition of dust on leaves which dust generation may cause decrease in Transpiration rate of flora Noise & Vibration -Drilling and hammering for -Drilling machines should be of reputed installation of different equipment / make and in good condition and drillers may machines may generate noise and be provided anti-vibration gloves and ear vibration. Drilling at high frequency muffs/plugs. may cause damage to nerves, tendons and muscles of the driller which may cause vibration white finger and may also cause psychological effects like annoyance and headache. Hydrology & None None Geology Solid & Hazardous None None Waste Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 124 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. 4.1.2. Activity – Transportation (Raw Material, Labour) Aspects

● Vehicular emission ● Diesel/petrol leakage ● Road congestion & breakage of roads ● Noise generation

Table 65. Activity- Transportation (Raw material, labour) Environmental Impact Proposed Mitigation Measures components Air Environment -Gaseous emissions from vehicles -Vehicles with valid PUC certificates will used for transportation will affect be used for transportation of construction the health of construction workers material and nearby population. -The vehicle used for transportation will -Leakage of petrol/Diesel may comply with the conditions stipulated by result in emission of VOCs in the SPCB in addition to the requirements air environment which may cause mentioned in Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 (59 irritation in eyes, nose and throat, of 1988). difficulty breathing and nausea. -Construction material will be transported -Transportation of construction in closed and covered trucks. material shall result in dust -Water sprinkling will be carried out for emission which will affect the dust suppression from movement of respiratory health of construction transport vehicles. workers and nearby population -Plantation of trees around the project periphery will be carried out. Water Environment -If dust emitted gets deposited on -The vehicles carrying construction the water body can deteriorate the material and construction debris will be water quality. cleaned before it is permitted to ply on the -If raw material falls down near or road. on the water body it can deteriorate the water quality. Land Use None None Soil Environment Chemical degradation of soil -Procedures for maintenance of equipment would occur would ensure that this risk is minimized, and clean-up response is rapid if any spill occurs. Lubricating waste oil shall be collected separately in drums and handed over to the authorized outside agency. Socio-Economic None None

Ecology & -Vehicular emission like NO2, NO -Vehicles used in the transportation of Biodiversity etc. can inhibit the growth of plants construction material will have a PUC and pre-mature leaves senescence. certificate. -Increased PM Level will result in -Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the deposition of dust on leaves which dust generation. may cause decrease in -Dust suppression systems (water spray) Transpiration rate of flora will be done as per requirement at the construction site.

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Noise & Vibration -Due to transportation of -Barriers of noise absorbing materials with construction materials and adequate height will be maintained machineries for installation high throughout the boundary of the project site. levels of noise may be generated -Plantation within the project site will be which may cause physiological & done which will dampen the noise. psychological effects on workers like annoyance, speech interference, headache, Auditory impact, increase in heartbeat of elderly people. - There will not be much impact due to vibration on project Hydrology & None None Geology Solid & Hazardous Due to improper handling & Proper Care shall be taken while handling Waste transportation of raw material & transportation of raw material

4.1.3. Activity –Working & daily activity of construction labour Aspects ● Solid waste & E-waste generation ● Water requirement & waste water disposal

Table 66. Activity-Working & daily activity of construction labour Environmental Impact Proposed Mitigation Measures components Air Environment -Bio-degradable Waste generation -The generated organic waste shall be may lead to odour problems if not collected properly & shall be given to the stored properly & treated within approved vendor. time. Water Environment -For construction labours, 3 KLD -Total water required during the of domestic water shall be sourced installation phase is 3 KLD for domestic through the tanker supply water use which shall be taken from Tankers. and this will lead to 0.8 KLD of Approximately 0.8 KLD domestic waste water. The waste water If not wastewater will be generated which will properly disposed off, then it can be discharge to soak pit via septic tank deteriorate the surface water -Temporary toilets will be provided. quality of nearby water body by increase in the no. of pathogens, BOD, COD, TSS etc and making water unfit for consumption. It will also affect aquatic life. Land Use None None Soil Environment Impact on soil due to improper Domestic waste water will be generated disposal of solid waste & liquid which will be discharged to the soak pit waste includes the leaching from via septic tank. biodegradable waste and effect on flora from spillage of waste on soil.

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Socio-Economic Solid waste & waste water The generated organic waste shall be generated It may cause nuisance collected properly disposed by approved due to smell If not properly vendor managed & treated. Ecology & none None Biodiversity Noise & Vibration None None Hydrology & -Disposal of untreated waste water -0.8 KLD domestic wastewater will be Geology if it infiltrates into the ground- generated which will be discharged to the water may deteriorate the quality soak pit via septic tank. of ground-water. Solid & Hazardous -For construction labours, 4 kg/day -Solid waste from the labours will be Waste of solid waste shall be generated. properly collected, stored in respective Improper storage and disposal of colour coded containers. Biodegradable waste will enhance -The generated organic waste will be the risk of microbial collected properly & will be treated in the contamination, population, will Organic Waste Converter proposed within enhance the risk of disease the site. occurrence and cause foul smell. It -Recyclable materials like aluminium, will attract the vectors. steel, wood pieces, cement bags, plastic containers, cartons, glass etc. will be given to recyclers. -E-waste if generated shall be properly disposed as per E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 4.2. Operation Phase

4.2.1. Activity- Loading and Unloading of Raw Material

Aspects ● Generation of PM, Dust, ● Spillage/Leakage of raw material ● Generation of Noise ● Generation of Solid waste, packaging material

Table 67. Activity- Loading & Unloading of raw material Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Components Air Environment -Spillage/leakage of raw -Workers will be trained properly regarding materials during loading or handling of raw materials/chemicals, PPE unloading may generate flue like nose mask and goggles will be provided gases, VOCs which may cause to the workers. irritation in the eyes of the -Transfer of liquid raw materials in reactors workers and mucous membrane, and storage tanks will be done through acute respiratory illness, stress-

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related disorder and may also pipelines and pumps to avoid affect their immune system. spillage/leakage. -Very less dust will be generated -Spillage will be managed by detection of during the loading or unloading leaks in the first place from structures or activity. vessels. -If required, water will be sprayed at the dust generation point. -Spillage will be managed by proper handling of the waste in the first place. Water Environment -Leakage/ spillage of chemicals -Spillage will be managed by detection of while loading and unloading leaks in the first place from structures or from containers, if in any case vessels. comes in contact with the water -Spillage during loading, unloading & body then it may deteriorate the storage will be channelized properly to groundwater & surface water drains and all PPE shall be worn during this body quality. This in turn may time. affect aquatic life also & make -The loading unloading activity will be done water unfit for consumption. with a safe zone defined and in a marked safe area. All systems and connections shall be maintained and checked regularly so that connections are leak-proof. -Containment such as proper slopes connected with the sump shall be provided, so that during spillage if any occurs, the spill can be collected and disposed off properly. -In case of spills of toxic chemicals, dry adsorbents/cotton should be used for cleaning instead of water. Land Use None None Soil Environment -Chemical degradation of soil -Procedures for maintenance of equipment may occur if any raw material would ensure that this risk is minimized and spills on the soil while loading or clean up response is rapid if any spill occurs. unloading of the raw materials. -The tankers, drums etc. would be ISO approved and as per the specifications of internationally approved vendors so as to minimise any spillage, venting of solvent etc. therefore there would be no impact on soil after this precaution is ensured. Socio-Economic None None Ecology & -Spillage of waste on soil can -The unloading activity will be done with a Biodiversity inhibit the growth of plants and safe zone defined and in a marked safe area. pre-mature leaves senescence. Hence minimal change of impact on ecology -Vehicular emission like NO2, & biodiversity. NO etc. can inhibit the growth of -Plantation along the boundary wall will be plants and pre-mature leaves done (32.3% of the green area has been senescence. already developed). -Increased PM Level will result -Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the deposition of dust on leaves dust generation. which may cause decrease in transpiration rate of flora Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 128 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

Noise & Vibration -Loading and unloading of raw -Proper training will be given to the workers materials will not cause much for handling of raw materials. If required, significant impact on noise level PPE will be provided to the workers. of the area, it may only cause physiological effects like annoyance to the workers Hydrology & None None Geology Solid & Hazardous -Solid waste generated like -All the discarded containers will be sold to Waste discarded containers, chemicals approved recyclers or traders after cleaning. and HDPE bags will be generated, which may cause harm if come into contact.

4.2.2. Activity- Manufacturing Process Aspects ● Water requirement ● Air Emissions from process manufacturing ● Generation of Heat ● Generation of Solid & Hazardous waste ● Energy and Steam requirement ● Generation of Noise & Vibration

Table 68. Activity-Manufacturing Process Environmental Components Impact Mitigation Measures -Process emissions will be from the -Process reactor will be closed from all sides. vents attached to the process reactor, Thus, release of such gases would be from which pollutants/gases will be negligible. released in the form of gases which -All the process vent will be connected to the will degrade the ambient air quality system. of the area by increasing GLC and -Adequate stack height of 30 m above ground may cause eye irritation and acute level will be provided to control and disperse respiratory illness to the people the air pollutants within the satisfactory levels. nearby. -Entire process will be carried out in closed Air Environment -The emission of air pollutants from reactors. sugar manufacturing plant will be -Regular maintenance of all the joints, valves, generated. pipes etc will be done and PPE will be -The emission from disposal of Ash. provided to the workers. -Leakage of chemicals may result in -Leakage of chemical may be from seal and emission of pollutants in the air gland for which adequate preventative environment which will cause measures will be taken to avoid leaks. irritation in eyes, nose and throat, -All reactor vents will be connected to the difficulty breathing and nausea. system to trap emissions.

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-Odour will negatively affect the -Reactors will be closed. Pumps will be psychological/ aesthetics stability of provided with mechanical seals. the nearby population -Ambient air quality will be monitored regularly. -Multicyclone will be installed for trapping particulates. -Ash generated from the Boiler is being transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and avoid air emission. Same shall be done after expansion. -Utilisation of water may impact the -Total water requirement for the project after water demand of the vicinity and expansion will be 7729 KLD out of which 608 improper disposal of waste-water KLD is fresh water which will be sourced generated may affect the quality of through ground water. Total waste water nearby surface water body & ground generated in the project will be 1222 KLD water. which include 108 KLD of domestic waste. -Improper disposal of waste Process wastewater will be treated in ETP of generated may affect the quality of 3500 KLD and domestic waste will be treated ground-water. in STP of 250 KLD. -Spillage of oil & chemicals, if in -Water content from cane and treated water any case encounters with water from treatment facilities is being used to bodies can deteriorate the ground- reduce fresh water requirements. Same shall be water & surface water body, which done after expansion. Water Environment in turn may affect life also. -Drains are already made to collect the -Water table may be depleted in case washing water of the plant and to channelize to ground-water is used during the ETP plant. operation.. -Water level in the area is 20-25 m. 3 no. of -If dust emitted gets deposited on the Rainwater harvesting pits are already installed water body can deteriorate the water to recharge the groundwater and 5 no. of quality. rainwater harvesting are proposed. -The waste water If not properly disposed off, then it can deteriorate the surface water quality of nearby water bodies by increase in the no. of pathogens, BOD, COD, TSS and making water unfit for consumption. It will also affect aquatic life.

Land Use No impact None

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on soil. -Procedures for maintenance of equipment -Spillage of waste water in soil may would ensure that this risk is minimized and render soils non-productive because clean-up response is rapid if any spill occurs. of toxicity The tankers, drums etc. would be ISO approved and as per the specifications of internationally approved vendors so as to minimise any spillage, venting of solvent etc. therefore there would be no impact on soil after this precaution is ensured. Waste water from process is being treated in ETP & STP and reused in the green area. There is proper channelization of streams so that the Wastewater (untreated) does not spill on the ground. Same shall be maintained after expansion.

Socio-Economic No impact None

-NO2, SO2, and other gaseous -Process reactor will be closed from all sides. emissions from the manufacturing -Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the process inhibit the growth of plants dust generation. and promote premature leaves -Dust suppression systems (water spray) shall senescence. be done as per requirement. -Increased dust emission can lead to -Ambient air quality will be regularly climate change which eventually monitored to ensure that ambient air quality will result in a decrease in plant/tree standards and suggested limits will be met at Ecology & cover. all times. Biodiversity -Increased noise will cause -All measures will be taken to avoid spillage disturbance of existing fauna. of waste and chemicals on soil. -Impact on aquatic life of nearby -The green area in the plot is 55 acres (32.3%). surface water. Green belt has already been developed at the -Spillage of waste on soil can inhibit periphery land and shall be maintained after the growth of plants and promote expansion which serve as the habitat of the premature leaves senescence. fauna and act as a buffer for the noise and helps in mitigating the noise and air pollution. -During the manufacturing process, -Machineries of the reputed make and less noise and vibration may be noise producing have been purchased. generated from the reactors and the -Stationary machineries and equipment have machineries which may cause been properly enclosed by enclosures and will Noise & Vibration speech interference, annoyance, be provided with dampeners for minimizing hearing impairment, increase in noise generated due to vibration of heartbeat/ blood pressure in the machineries. workers. -Silencers of all the machineries and equipment are being checked and old worn out

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machineries are being replaced by new and less noisy machineries/equipment. -Sufficient oiling and lubrication is being done to all the parts of the machineries to ensure that minimal noise is generated. -Same shall be followed after expansion. -Due to spillage/leakage the chances -Waste water generated from the process is of contamination of surface water as being treated in ETP & STP. No waste water well as ground water increases. is being discharged to the surface body or ground-water, all the water is being reused within the project after treatment. -All probable leakage areas such as pipelines, Hydrology & joints, pumps and structure of reactor/ storage Geology vessels are being inspected and maintained proactively. -Spillage is being managed by detection of leaks in the first place from structures or vessels. -Same shall be followed after expansion. -Process residue will be generated -Proper care shall be taken while handling & which are hazardous, which may transportation, PPE will be used. cause harm if come into contact with -Bagasse generated of 3360 Tons/day skin. (Existing: 1960 Tons/day & Proposed: 1400 -Sludge and any other may cause Tons/day) is being used as fuel in the boiler for producing steam and same shall be done after nuisance if not maintained properly. proposed expansion to generate more steam required for the process and power generation. -Molasses generated of 540 Tons/day Solid & Hazardous (Existing: 315 Tons/day & Proposed: 225 Waste Tons/day) from clarification process is being used in distillery for alcohol production present in the premises. Molasses acts as a raw material for ethanol production. -After expansion, press mud generated 504 Tons/day (Existing: 294 Tons/day & Proposed: 210 Tons/day) shall be given to the farmers and brick manufacturers. It shall not be kept in the premises. Press mud have good land nutrient value.

4.2.3. Activity – Operation of machinery & Equipment (Boiler, DG set, ETP, STP) Aspects

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● Generation of Sludge, used oil. ● Water requirement ● Generation of Noise & vibration ● Generation of waste water ● Requirement of Fuel ● Generation of fly ash ● Spillage/leakage ● Generation of Hazardous waste Table 69. Activity-Operation of machinery& equipment (boiler, DG ser, ETP & STP) Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Component

Air Environment -Flue gas emission (SO2, NO2) -For mitigation of impacts of air pollution, will be from a stack attached with stack height minimum of 50 m above a boiler where bagasse will be ground level has been provided for the used as fuel, and D.G. set in boiler. which diesel will be used as fuel -Adequate stack height of the boiler and and PM will also be generated D.G. set has been maintained i.e. 6.0 m due to the burning of fuels. above roof level for 500 kVA & 750 kVA - For mitigation of impacts of air pollution from boiler, wet scrubber & ESP along stack height minimum of 50 m above ground level has been maintained. -Regular maintenance of valves, pipes etc is being done. PPEs are being provided to the workers. -Frequent work area monitoring is being done to ensure fugitive emission is under control. -Same shall be followed after expansion Water Environment -Utilization of water may impact -Waste water generated is being treated in the water demand of the vicinity ETP & STP. All the treated water is being and Improper disposal of waste used in the process, no untreated/treated water generated may affect the water is being discharged. quality of nearby surface water -The green area in the plot is 55 acres body & ground water. (32.3%). Green belt has already been -If boiler ash emitted gets developed at the periphery. deposited on the water body can -Same shall be maintained after expansion. deteriorate the water quality. -The waste water If not properly disposed off, then it can deteriorate the surface water quality of nearby water bodies by increase in the no. of pathogens, BOD, COD, TSS etc and making water unfit for consumption. It will also affect aquatic life. Land Use None

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Soil Environment -Chemical Degradation of soil -Proper care is being taken for disposal of due to disposal of waste water, waste solid waste on the soil. -Proper channelization of waste water to treatment facilities has been done. -Sludge shall be stored in a separate room and sent to M/s J.K. Trading Co. A MoU for the same have been done and attached in Section D of the EIA Report. -Same shall be followed after expansion. Socio-Economic None None

Ecology & -NO2, SOX, and gaseous emission -All the polluting machinery have been Biodiversity from the boiler, inhibit the growth installed with appropriate air pollution of plants and pre-mature leaves control system. senescence. -Boilers have been fitted with a stack height -Ash-filled voids cannot support of 50 m to achieve maximum efficiency of tree species because of poor root the air pollution control system. system development which in -DG set have been installed with 6.0 m turn results in uprooting of trees above roof level for capacity 500 kVA & even by low velocity winds. 750 kVA. -Untreated water can deteriorate -No untreated water is being used for the the plant/tree green area. - Same shall be followed after expansion. Noise & Vibration -During the operation of -Machineries of the reputed make and less machinery, noise and vibration noise producing have been purchased. may be generated from the -Stationary machineries and equipment are machineries which may cause properly enclosed by enclosures and speech interference, annoyance, provided with dampeners for minimizing hearing impairment, increase in noise generated due to vibration of heartbeat/ blood pressure in the machineries. workers. -It is re-checked and assured that mufflers systems are installed in engines of machineries which help in reduction of noise. -Silencers of all the machineries and equipment are checked and old worn out machineries are replaced by new and less noisy machinery/equipment. -Sufficient oiling and lubrication is done to all the parts of the machineries to ensure that minimal noise is generated. -The green area in the plot is 55 acres (32.3%). Green belt has already been developed at the periphery land. -Same shall be maintained after expansion.

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Hydrology & Geology Disposal of untreated waste water -Waste water generated is being treated in from boilers and APCS may ETP & STP. No waste water is being deteriorate water quality of discharged to the surface body or groundwater and surface water. groundwater, all the water is being reused -Due to spillage/leakage the within the project after treatment. chances of contamination of -All probable leakage areas such as surface water as well as ground pipelines, joints and pumps are inspected water increases and maintained proactively. -Same shall be followed after expansion. Solid & Hazardous Chemical sludge, and used oil -Proper care of waste is taken while Waste will be generated which are handling & transportation, PPE will be hazardous, which may cause used. harm if come into contact. -All solid waste and hazardous waste is -Sludge and any other may cause being properly collected, stored and nuisance if not maintained disposed of. After expansion, properly Biodegradable waste will be treated in vermicomposting and recyclable waste shall be given to authorized vendors. -Bagasse generated is being used as fuel in the boiler for producing steam and the same shall be done after proposed expansion to generate more steam required for the process and power generation. -Molasses generated from the clarification process are being used in distillery for alcohol production present in the premises. Molasses acts as a raw material for ethanol production. Molasses is being stored in the MS tank and transferred to the Distillery unit. Same shall be done after expansion. After expansion, press mud shall be given to the farmers and brick manufacturers. It shall not be kept in the premises. Press mud has a good land nutrient value.

4.2.4. Activity- Transportation of raw material, finished product, waste, etc. Aspects:

● Vehicular emission and dust emission ● Littering of solid waste ● Road congestion & Breakage of roads ● Noise generation ● Spillage/ leakage of raw material

Table 70. Activity-Transportation of raw material, finished product, waste,etc. Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Components

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-Gaseous emissions from vehicles -Vehicles with valid PUC certificates are used used for transportation will affect for transportation. the respiratory health of staff and -Plantation all around the periphery has been nearby population. done. -Leakage of chemicals may result in -Proper maintenance of vehicles isdone emission of VOCs in the air periodically to ensure no leakage from the environment which will cause vehicles. irritation in eyes, nose and throat, -Vehicular transportation is done shift wise in Air Environment difficulty breathing and nausea. order to reduce the stress on the roads. -Dust generation will be high if the -Proper maintained and cleaning of vehicles movement of vehicles is done on and tyres is done in order to reduce dust breached roads. Increased dust generation. emission may cause respiratory -The transportation of the raw material, problems to nearby populations. chemicals & products is done in Leak Proof Increased dust emission may cause Tankers/Drums while transporting through respiratory problems to nearby trucks & tempo. populations. -Same shall be followed after expansion. -If dust emitted or spillage/leakage -The transportation of the chemicals is bone gets deposited on the water body done in Leak Proof MS Tankers/Drums while can deteriorate the water quality. transporting through trucks & tempo. Water -Trucks & tractors are fully covered during Environment transportation to the project by road. - Same shall be followed after expansion

Land Use No impact None -Chemical degradation of soil -Procedures for maintenance of equipment would occur due to spill of chemical would ensure that this risk is minimized and or other waste on soil. clean-up response is rapid if any spill occurs. -The tankers, drums etc. are ISO approved and as per the specifications of internationally approved vendors so as to minimise any Soil Environment spillage, venting of solvent etc. therefore there would be no impact on soil after this precaution is ensured. -Waste is collected separately in drums and handed over to the authorized outside agency. -Same shall be followed after expansion. -Dust and emission from movement -The present road conditions are reasonably of vehicles are likely to cause some good for proposed movement of traffic, the impacts on the working population site is connected to state highway SH-24. within the immediate vicinity of the -Preventive maintenance are carried out for project site. vehicles and pollution checks on a periodic Socio-Economic -Traffic congestion in the area basis. -Accidental leakage of the chemical -Materials are fully covered during during transportation can cause fire. transportation to the project site by road.

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-Proper First Aid facility shall be provided within the transportation vehicle in case of any accidental release.

-Vehicles used in the transportation of construction material will have a PUC certificate. -Water sprinkling will be done to reduce the dust generation -Dust suppression systems (water spray) i -Increased noise due to vehicular done as per requirement at the construction transportation will cause site. Ecology & disturbance of existing avi-fauna, -Vehicular movement for transportation of Biodiversity however, avifauna is not restricted raw material will be carried out only in day- to one place for a long time, thus it time and will try to avoid unnecessary will not result in their displacement. honking with the help of sign boards. -Green areas with native tree species will be developed all around the periphery of the project which serve as the habitat of the fauna and act as a buffer for the noise and helps in mitigating the noise pollution due to the transportation activities. -Silencers will be checked in the vehicles used -Due to transportation of raw for transportation of materials. materials & finished products noise -No honking zone will be maintained. may be generated which may cause -Reverse horn in the transportation vehicles physiological & psychological will be banned. effects on workers like annoyance, Noise & Vibration -Only PUC certified vehicles shall be allowed speech interference, headache, for transportation Auditory impact, increase in -Maintenance of vehicles shall be done on a heartbeat of elderly people. regular basis. -There will not be much impact due -Plantation within the project site will be done to vibration on project which will dampen the noise. -Due to spillage of chemical/waste -Measures will be taken to avoid spillage of Hydrology & there may be chances of chemical/waste. Geology contamination of surface water as well as ground water increases. -Waste will be packed in ISO approved drums/HDPE bags and as per the Solid & Hazardous -Accidental litter off of material, specifications of internationally approved Waste may cause potential health impacts. vendors. All measures will be taken to avoid littering.

4.2.5. Activity- Working & daily activity of staff, visitors

Aspects:

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● Solid and e-waste generation ● Water requirement & waste-water generation

Table 71. Activity-Working & daily activity of staff, visitors Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures Components -Bio-degradable Waste generation -Bio-Degradable waste shall be stored in a Air Environment may lead to odour problems if not separate room and given to the approved stored properly. vendor for final disposal. -Waste water, if not properly disposed off, then it can deteriorate the surface water quality of nearby water-bodies. -The abstraction of groundwater is not proposed for the project, hence - 135 KLD of fresh water is required for there will be no impact on domestic use, CPU, RO & DM Plant and Groundwater. Co-Generation Cooling Tower which will -As per the analysis done it can be be taken from ground water through concluded that the TDS, Total borewell. Hardness and Alkalinity of the site Water Environment -The domestic waste water generation will near to the project site are higher be only 108 KLD which will be treated in than the IS 10500:2012 (Drinking STP of 250 KLD. water standard). The water quality -Process waste of 1114 KLD shall be treated of the study area may further in ETP & ETP Sludge shall be given to degrade if the wastewater generated authorized vendors. from the labour if not disposed properly by increasing the no. of pathogens, BOD, COD, TSS etc. in surface/ground and thereby affecting aquatic life and making water unfit for consumption. Land Use No impact None -All solid waste and hazardous waste is -Impact on soil due to improper being properly collected, stored in a separate disposal of solid waste includes, the room and disposed off. Biodegradable waste Soil Environment leaching from biodegradable waste and recyclable waste is collected and and effect on flora from spillage of disposed off by an approved vendor. waste on soil. -Same shall be followed after expansion. -Improper storage and disposal of -All solid waste from the proposed project is solid waste, may decrease the properly collected, stored and disposed off. aesthetic value of complex and lead All the waste is given to the approved to increase in risk of disease vendor. Socio-Economic occurrence of persons. -Total 250 number of manpower will be -There may occur foul smell which required during the operation phase of the will cause nuisance in staff. project. -Direct & indirect employment generation

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-All solid waste from the proposed project is -Littering of waste on soil can properly collected, stored and disposed of inhibit the growth of plants and and will be given to local vendors for its premature leaf senescence. disposal. Ecology & -Waste accumulation may cause -55 acres of green area with native tree Biodiversity leaching of waste into soil, thereby species has been developed all around the affecting the growth of floral periphery of the project which serve as the species and affecting habitat of habitat of the fauna. fauna. -Same shall be followed after expansion. Noise & Vibration No significant impact None -Infiltration of silt and sand may -Storm water channelization has been made occur with improper stormwater in the project site and the same is collected harvesting. in the 3 nos. of RWH Pits. -Untreated waste-water, if -The domestic wastewater is treated in a infiltrated to ground-water it may septic tank via a soak pit. Hydrology & deteriorate water quality of ground -Proper closed channelization is being done. Geology water by increase in the no. of - Same shall be followed after expansion. pathogens, BOD, COD, TSS etc. in ground water and thereby affecting and making water unfit for consumption. -Improper storage and disposal of -All solid waste and hazardous waste is Biodegradable waste will enhance being properly collected, stored and the risk of microbial contamination, disposed of. After expansion, Bio- population. Degradable waste of 28 kg/day (Existing: 24 -Improper storage and disposal of kg/day & Proposed:4 Kg/day) will be MSW waste, will enhance the risk treated in vermicomposting and recyclable Solid & Hazardous of disease occurrence and cause waste shall be given to authorized vendors. Waste foul smell. It will attract the -E-waste if generated shall be properly vectors. disposed as per E-Waste (Management) -Improper hazardous chemical Rules, 2016 disposal if comes in contact with human body may cause skin irritation and could be flammable also sometimes

4.3. Summary

4.3.1. Air Environment

The project activities which would increase the emission of Volatile Organic Compounds

(VOC’s), SO2, PM, NO2 generation, dust generation which could lead to an increase in ground concentration level (GLC), respiratory problems, damage to flora and fauna and aesthetic properties in the environment and increase the level of toxic chemicals to other aspect of environment indirectly. To check such impacts, mitigation measures like water sprinkling at site, proper air pollution control system with stack height as per CPCB will be provided to trap the fugitive emissions and the entire process will be carried out in closed reactors, Plantation of trees, installation of water sprinkling systems and dust compression systems in the nearby

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4.3.2. Water Environment

The activities which would probably pose a negative impact on the water environment would be manufacturing process, operation of machinery & equipment, working & daily activities of staff, visitors, transportation. The aspects of the activities may be the generation of waste water, scarcity of water, depletion of water table and deterioration of water quality which could lead to deterioration of aquatic life, generation of water-borne diseases to nearby populations. To minimise such impacts, domestic waste water in the construction phase will be disposed of to soak pits & during operation phase, domestic waste water will be treated in STP. Process wastewater during the operation phase will be treated in ETP. The treated waste-water shall be reused within the plant.

4.3.3. Land Use

No negative impact on land use is envisaged. Existing structures will be retained and new structure & machinery will be established.

4.3.4. Soil Environment

The major activities which would negatively impact the soil environment would be loading & unloading of raw material, manufacturing process of product, operation of machinery (Boiler, DG sets, APCS, etc.), handling of raw material, transportation of raw material, finished product and waste. The aspects of the activities would be soil erosion, waste generation and spillage of hazardous wastes or chemical on the soil which could lead to permanent damage to land productivity, destabilization of landscape, decrease in permeability, damage to fertility of soil, chemical degradation and indirect negative impact on other aspects of environment like Air, Water & Ecology and Biodiversity. To minimize such impacts, mitigation measures like proper treatment and disposal of waste, proper maintenance of equipment and storage for chemical, provision and maintenance of plantation areas in the project site and nearby areas. Procedures for maintenance of equipment would ensure that the risk is minimized and clean-up response is rapid if any spill occurs. The tankers, drums etc., would be ISO approved and as per the specifications of internationally approved vendors so as to minimise any spillage, venting of solvent etc. therefore there would be no impact on soil after this precaution is ensured.

4.3.5. Socio-Economic

Aspects of project activities which would be dust emission, waste generation and socio- economic conditions in the nearby area which could impact to the extent of annoyance, loss of life respiratory problems to nearby population further, positive impacts include an increase in employment and revenue generation among the population in the nearby area. To minimise negative impacts, mitigation measures like proper air pollution control system will be used, restriction of activities limited to project area and specific duration in daytime only, Proper

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4.3.6. Ecology & Biodiversity

The major activities which would have a negative impact on the Ecology and Biodiversity in the project area and the surroundings would be site preparation, excavation, manufacturing process, operation of machinery & equipment, transportation, loading & unloading of raw material. The aspects of the activities would be dust emission, increase in GLC, increase in noise level, soil erosion, noise generation, water contamination, vehicular emission and waste generation which would directly /indirectly impact in decrease in transpiration rate of flora, loss of habitat, decrease in plant/tree cover, disturbance to avi-fauna and other species, premature senescence of floral species and hence decrease in population of local faunal species in the area and the surroundings. To minimise such impacts, mitigation measures like provision of air pollution control equipment, scrubbing system, provision and proper maintenance of plantation area, installation of water sprinkling systems and dust suppression systems, provision of noise barriers, maintenance of vehicular movement near the project site and proper disposal and treatment of wastes generated from the project site. Vehicular movement for transportation of raw material will be carried out only in day-time and will try to avoid unnecessary honking with the help of sign boards. The green area in the plot is 55 acres (32.3%). Green belt has already been developed at the periphery and shall be maintained after expansion..

4.3.7. Noise and Vibration

The major activities which would have a negative impact on the environment would be operation of machinery and transportation. The aspects of the activities would be an increase in noise level and increased noise generation which could lead to physiological and psychological problems to workers and nearby population, increased vibration in the nearby areas and an indirect decrease in the biological diversity in the nearby area. To minimize such impacts, mitigation measures like restriction of activities in the limited project area and for daytime only, proper maintenance of equipment and machinery, maintenance of noise barriers, provision of protective devices like earmuffs, compactors, silencers etc., installation of plantation area in the nearby area, provision of No-Honking Zone in the area, maintenance of vehicular and traffic movement etc. would be adapted in the project site.

4.3.8. Hydrology and Geology The major activities which would have a negative impact on the hydrology and geology would be manufacturing process, operation of machinery & equipment, working of daily activity of labours, staff and visitors and transportation. The aspects of the activities are generation of Solid Waste & E-Waste, Waste water generation, spillage/leakage of waste/chemical which would impact in deterioration of water quality (in both Surface Water and Groundwater). To minimize such impacts, mitigation measures proper channelization of waste water and proper disposal, all probable leakage areas such as pipelines, joints, pumps and structure of reactor/

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4.3.9. Solid and Hazardous Waste

The major activities which would have a probable impact on the environment would be manufacturing process of product, operation of machinery (Boiler, DG set, APCS, etc), handling of raw material, transportation of raw material, finished product and waste and Working and daily activities of labours, staff and workers. The aspects of the activities would be generation of solid, hazardous and recyclable wastes, oil & chemical spillage and accidental leakage which would impact in degradation of quality of waste which would be used for further treatment, harmful emissions and spread to other parameters of environment, nuisance among the workers and nearby population, Improper hazardous chemical disposal if comes in contact with human body may cause skin irritation and could be flammable also, generation of chemical sludge, fly ash from boiler and used oil. To minimize such impacts, mitigation measures like proper collection of waste sludge will be packed in Discarded container and sent to the M/s J.K. Trading Co. for final disposal.

4.3.10. TRAFFIC

The activities which would probably be responsible for traffic congestion would be transportation of raw material for which trucks and tractors shall be used. Traffic to the different sites during construction/installation will be intensive and heavier than at present in normal operating conditions. The aspect of the activities would be generation of dust from movement of vehicles are likely to cause some impacts on the working population within the immediate vicinity of the project site. In turn, it will subject existing roads to more stress. To control the impact, dust suppression systems (water spray) will be used as per requirement at the construction site. Construction materials will be fully covered during transportation to the project site by road. Vehicle flow during shift changes shall be regulated by allowing exits in a phased manner. The present road conditions are reasonably good for proposed movement of traffic. Preventive maintenance will be carried out for vehicles and pollution checks on a periodic basis will be mandatory. All the activities will be done for a limited period of time.

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The proposed project is Expansion of Sugar Mill (7,000 TCD to 12,000 TCD) and co- generation power plant of (33 Mw to 37 MW) located at Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab which is primarily engaged in manufacturing Sugar from Sugarcane and cogeneration of power. The site for the project at Village-Randhawa, Tehsil-Dasuya, District-Hoshiarpur, Punjab selected due to the following reasons: ● This is expansion of an existing Sugar Manufacturing unit on the same land. Land use has already been changed to Industrial Unit. ● Readily available supply of sugar cane and reliable market in the vicinity of the project site. Total Sugarcane production in Punjab was 6.71 lakh tons in 2015-16 and there are only 16 active sugar mills in the state. ● The increased demand of power in the nearby vicinity. ● The site has well laid access roads and is very near to the state highway and Dasuya Railway Station. ● The ambient air quality, water quality and soil quality at and around the project site is well within the national ambient air quality standards. ● There are no environmentally sensitive areas like National Parks, estuaries, wet lands, architectural, historical or cultural places of interest except near the project site. ● Easy availability of Labour. 5.2. Water Conservation

● Cisterns of 3-5 Lt. capacity. ● Use of ultra-low flush toilets and other water conserving fixtures. ● Retrofit devices on faucets will be installed to reduce flow. ● Water displacement devices in toilet tanks will be used to reduce flow. 5.3. Energy Saving Measures ● Green CFLs shall be provided in common utility areas. ● Energy efficient motors shall be used for water pumping. ● Transformer will be having efficiencies as per ECBC Norms. ● Adhering to light power densities (LPD) as per ECBC Norms. ● Power factor shall be maintained 0.95 of higher to reduce electrical power distribution losses in installation. ● Process will be highly efficient using latest technology

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An Environment Monitoring Plan is prepared for installation as well as the operation phase. It provides a delivery mechanism to address the adverse environmental impacts of a project during its execution, to enhance project benefits, and to introduce standards of good practice to be adopted for all project works. An environmental monitoring program is important as it provides useful information and helps to: ● Assist in detecting the development of any unwanted environmental situation, and thus, provides opportunities for adopting appropriate control measures. ● Define the responsibilities of the project proponents, contractors and environmental monitors and provide means of effectively communicating environmental issues among them. ● Define monitoring mechanism and identify monitoring parameters. ● Evaluate the performance and effectiveness of mitigation measures proposed in the Environment Management Plan (EMP) and suggest improvements in management plan, if required. ● Identify training requirements at various levels. 6.1. Details of monitoring to judge effectiveness of measures

To check the efficiency of the system with proposed modifications a regular monitoring programme has been drawn. The program has been outlined for the construction and operation phase. The details of which are given below:

6.1.1. During Installation Phase

Table 72. Environment monitoring plan for construction phase Frequency of Sr. No. Type of Monitoring Parameter Location Monitoring Particulate Matter (PM ) 2.5 Four Locations in Particulate Matter (PM ) 1 Ambient Air Quality Six Monthly 10 and around the Sulphur Dioxide (SO ) 2 project site Nitrogen Oxides (NO2) Water Quality Monitoring All parameters mentioned One drinking water 2 Six Monthly for drinking water in IS:10500 sample

Water Quality Monitoring All parameters mentioned One construction 3 Six Monthly for Construction purpose in IS:456 water sample

4 Noise Level Monitoring Six Monthly Day and Night noise level four locations

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Four Locations in All parameters to check soil 5 Soil Quality Monitoring Six Monthly and around the Fertility project site Monitoring of waste 6 generation and other Six Monthly _ _ pollution control aspects

Approx. Cost. 172000/- per year

6.1.2. During Operation Phase

Table 73. Environment Monitoring Plan for operation phase Sr. Frequency of Type of Monitoring Parameter Location No. Monitoring Particulate Matter (PM ), 2.5 Four Locations in Particulate Matter (PM ), 1 Ambient Air Quality Six Monthly 10 and around the Sulphur Dioxide (SO ), 2 project site Nitrogen Oxides (NO2)

Particulate Matter, Sulphur All DG sets, boiler 2 Stack Monitoring Six Monthly Dioxide (SO ), Nitrogen 2 installed Oxides (NO2) Water Quality Monitoring All parameters mentioned One drinking water 3 Six Monthly for drinking water in IS:10500 sample Sewage Treatment Plant BOD, COD, TSS, Oil and Inlet and Outlet of 4 Six Monthly Monitoring Grease and pH STP Effluent Treatment Plant BOD, COD, TSS, Oil and Inlet and Outlet of 5 Six Monthly Monitoring Grease and pH ETP Ambient Noise Level 5 Six Monthly Day and Night noise level Four locations Monitoring DG Set Room Noise Inside and Outside of DG 6 Six Monthly Four Locations Monitoring Set Enclosure Four Locations in All parameters to check 7 Soil Quality Monitoring Six Monthly and around the soil Fertility project site Monitoring of Waste 8 Generation and other Six Monthly _ _ pollution control aspects Approx Cost 278000/- per year 6.2. SUBMISSION OF SIX-MONTHLY COMPLIANCES

As per the standard environment clearance conditions, six monthly compliances of the conditions mentioned in the EC letter has to be submitted to various concerned officials of MOEF, SPCB and Regional office of CPCB. These compliances have to be submitted in the months of June and December for the periods April to September and October to March Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 145 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. respectively every year for construction phase till the construction is completed and operation phase for the life of the project. 6.3. ENVIRONMENT AUDIT

Annual Environment Audit has to be conducted to check the compliance of environmental conditions. The report shall be submitted to MoEF&CC R.O. and regional Pollution Control Board.

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7.1. Public Consultation

Public consultation for this project was conducted on 28/09/2018 at 12:00 Noon at the main gate of the industry located in the revenue estate of Village Randhawa, Tehsil: Dasuya & District: Hoshiarpur, Punjab, which was presided over by the Addl. Deputy Commissioner, Environmental Engineer (Mega) and attended by Supervising-cum-Presiding officers and people from adjoining towns/villages. Requisite publicity through local newspapers/ media i.e. in Punjabi Jagran and Times of India Dated 29.08.2018 was given 30 days in advance of the date; as fixed for public hearing through the Collector and Punjab Pollution Control Board official in the matter. The views and grievances of the attendees were listened to. The project proponent has given commitment to fulfil the environmental and social responsibility for development of the community of nearby villages. In this report, public hearing proceedings and minutes of public hearing is included in the final EIA/EMP report and submitted to the State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC), Punjab for Environment Clearance.

Table 74. Public Hearing Compliance Detail of query/ Reply of the query / Name & statement / information / statement / information / S.No. address of the clarification sought by the clarification given by the project Remarks person person present proponent

1. Sh. Satpal He represented the Representative of the project Singh, r/o following points responded that Village Hira, 1. He congratulates the Block Dasuya, owners of the sugar mill, 1. Representatives of the Sugar Mill Refer to District who proposed to expand the informed that the local people have chapter-8 Hoshiarpur capacity of the sugar mill. been provided employment in the existing sugar mill as per their ● With the expansion of qualification. He further informed that the project, the preference will be given to the employment local people in the employment in opportunities will be expansion projects also. generated. ● He demanded that the 2. There will be no traffic problem as Refer to employment will be the unit has enough space inside the chapter-3 given to the local premises and the vehicles will only be section 3.14 people. allowed to park inside the industrial premises. 2. With the expansion of the For Impacts project, there will be more Environmental Engineer (Mega) on air traffic on the road, which clarified that as part of the EIA report, quality refer should be taken care by the the project proponent must have chapter-4 project proponents. analysed the impacts on air quality of the area due to activities of the project

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which includes transportation of raw material and products. Environmental Consultant of the project proponent informed that they already analysed this aspect and have been incorporated in the draft EIA study report. 2. Sh.Iqbal Singh, ● He stated that capacity of Representative of the project Refer r/o Village the sugar mill is being responded that chapter 10. Johal, Block increased from 7000 ● Representatives of the Sugar Mill Dasuya, District TCD to 12,000 TCD, informed that all the pollution Hoshiarpur which is good for the control measures will be area and by which local implemented in letter & spirit people will get which are explained by the employment. environmental consultant by ● He further stated that which nearby local people will whatever explained by also benefit. the environmental consultant of the company this stage, should be implemented in letter & spirit. The area shall be developed with the establishment of the industry. 3. Sh. Mohinder He represented the Representative of the project Singh, r/o following points responded that Village Sangla, ● He stated that the boiler ● Representative & environmental Refer to Block Dasuya, dust is generated from consultant of the Sugar Mill chapter-2 & District the existing project of informed that ESP with a wet 4 & 10 Hoshiarpur the industry. He scrubber will be installed as an air apprehended whether pollution control system on the the quantity of the boilers to control the dust and boiler dust will be there will be no problem from the increased with the boiler dust. expansion of the project. 4. Sh. Narinder He represented the Singh, r/o following points Village Usman ● He stated that the press ● Representatives of the Sugar Mill Refer to Shaheeda, Block mud will be generated informed that earlier bio- chapter-10 Dasuya, District from the project by composting was being carried out Hoshiarpur which there will be for the treatment of press mud by odour problems. What which there was some odour mitigation measures problem. Now, press mud is will be taken to control being given to the brick the same? manufacturing companies, the farmers free of cost and there are few quantities lying with the project. The spent wash from the Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 148 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

distillery will be taken into a multiple effect evaporator and it will be converted into a high calorific slurry which will be used in the boiler as fuel. Therefore, there will be no odour problem from the project.

Figure 59. Public hearing photographs

Figure 61. Public hearing photogrpahs 7.2. Risk Assessment

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● Risk Analysis ● Emergency Plan

7.2.1. Hazard Identification

The proposed Project is expansion of existing Sugar Mill from capacity 7000 TCD to 12000 TCD and Cogeneration Power plant from 33 MW to 37 MW. There may be following types of hazards associated with the operation of the unit:

7.2.1.1. Natural Hazard

1. Earthquake 2. Flooding

7.2.1.2. Man Made Hazard

● Fir & Explosion ○ Explosive Material ○ Chemicals ○ Short Circuiting ○ Boiler ○ Oil Storage ○ Leakage from Process ● Electrical ○ Electrical Room ○ Non- insulated wires ● Mechanical/ Accident ○ Raw material Handling ○ Equipement Area ○ Transportation ● Thermal ○ Boiler ○ Cogeneration Plant ● Toxic ○ Exposure to chemicals

7.2.2. Vulnerability Analysis

Table 75. Vulnerability Analysis S.no Hazard Severity Likeliho Severity x Proposed General Mitigation Identification (1-5) od (1-5) Likelihood (1- Measure/ Control 25) (Hazards scoring 1-9 are less serious hazards & 9- 25 are very serious

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hazards & require risk assessment)

Natural hazard 1 Earthquake 5 1 5 Buildings/ All structures are designed to withstand structures up to 8.0 on the Richter scale. Same shall be done for further construction if any. 2 Flood 5 1 5 Drainage in the Site has been provided to prevent build-up of water. Same shall be done for further expansion if any. Man-made hazards 3 Emission in 4 3 12 ESP & wet scrubber is already environment installed for control of emission from Boilers to collect the ash generated from the boiler. Same shall be done for further expansion. 4 Leakage 3 2 6 All probable leakage areas such as pipelines, joints, pumps and structure of reactor/ storage vessels are being inspected and maintained proactively. Leak Detector(s) installations are recommended and detailed study over the P&ID of the complex shall be done for proactive control systems. All valves and other flanges are being inspected and a plan for management of the same are covered in detailed risk assessment. This is mainly done in process areas and chemical storage areas as suggested in a report from a third party risk assessment agency. Same shall be maintained after expansion. 5 Explosion in 5 2 10 The major raw material required in process/ storage the unit is non-explosive. However, areas Proper care is being taken and storage of all chemicals not exceed their threshold limit. All storage is done with compliance to MSIHC Rules, 1989. Same shall be done for further expansion Pressure sensors, temperature sensors are fitted in all process reactors and

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maintenance from the control room is to be done to ensure compliance to the acceptable levels at all time. All Non-compliance is being registered and Root Cause identification are done by the Health and Safety and production in-charges in consultation with the Plant head. The same is being addressed over the P&ID indicating each sensor and connection to the main control system(s) with documentation on NC registration, acceptable levels of conditions in tanks/ storage areas. Same shall be done after expansion. 6 Mechanical 4 2 8 Spark to the mechanical equipment Failure can cause fire. Periodic replacement of critical components of the machine. Sign danger at the hazard places. 7 Thermal 4 2 8 Open flame from boiler and hot machinery can cause burning. The area associated with thermal will be restricted. 8 Fire/ Explosion 5 3 15 Bagasse and Molasses are more prone to fire, which are stored in separate room and adequate measures are taken to avoid fire explosion. Leakage of oil, unequal mixing ratio(s) of fuel to air and unauthorized material in the boiler uncontrolled temperature of boiler, pressurization of fluid heater etc. are the root causes of the hazard for activities in the boiler area. These are mitigated by proper procedure and authorization of material to be fed in Boiler. Maintenance checks, planned and systematic shut down for maintenance and other verification of pipelines, coils and other insulation is being done and inspected by floor in- charge and health and safety in- charge. This details with procedure(s) covering all aspects in the detailed risk assessment report. All control measures for firefighting are installed and all the aspects of rules and legislations under Explosives Act shall be covered. It is recommended Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 152 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

that there are systematic checks and audits of all near misses, accidents and or other maintenance be done.

All points in the above table shall be covered in the detailed HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) study to be done by the proponent. This shall be outside the scope of EIA and shall be done as part of Health and Safety compliance under Factories act and Explosives act. Proponent shall engage a competent agency for this study and this shall be done prior to the operation phase. 7.3. Risk Analysis

The risk is the likelihood of harmful effects big or small due to hazard, together with the severity of harm suffered. Risk also depends on the number of people exposed to hazards. Risk analysis provides severity of harm from particular types of hazard.

7.3.1. Earthquake

The project is located in Seismic Zone IV where earthquakes can occur in the range of 4.0-7.0 Richter scale. Suitable seismic coefficients in horizontal and vertical directions respectively, will be adopted while designing the structure during expansion.

7.3.2. Flooding

Drainage on the site will be provided so that there is no risk due to flooding by heavy rainfall.

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Fire is mainly caused due to carelessness. Since it is a Sugar Mill and Cogeneration Power plant, fire can occur due to exposure of Bagasse and molasses used in the process to electrical spark or problems in boiler operation etc.

7.3.4. Electrical

The electrical current can pass to the floor & metals due to inadequate insulation or accidently. 7.3.5. Mechanical:

Mechanical hazard or Accident can occur during the material handling, processing & transportation. Mechanical hazards are created by powered operation of equipments or tools

7.3.6. Thermal: Thermal heat can be generated from the process machinery, D.G sets, Boilers, cogeneration power plant and the vehicles in the area. Thermal hazards are objects or substances that transfer energy as heat.

7.3.7. Chemical: All the chemical compounds used in the process have risk of leakage or emission to the environment during handling, storage, transferring and processing due to them being toxic. 7.4. On-Site Emergency Plan

An onsite emergency is caused by an accident or hazard that takes place within the plan area and the effects are confined to the plant area. The onsite emergency plan consists of following key elements: ⮚ Planning as per hazard analysis ⮚ Preventive measures ⮚ Emergency response procedure ⮚ Recovery procedure 7.4.1. Planning

1. Mapping of hazard vulnerable area 2. Disaster Management cell will be put into place. It has the following members to share the responsibility ● Site Controller (Administrator of complex) ● Incident Controller (Asstt. Administrator) ● Personal Manager

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● Communication Officer ● Fire Officer ● Security Officer ● Engineering In-charge ● Fire pump attendant ● First Aid Team

7.4.2. Preventive measures

7.4.2.1. Earthquake: The project will be situated in the Seismic zone-IV area. Special attention has been given to the structural design of foundation, elements of masonry, timber, plain concrete, reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete, and structural steel. All applicable guidelines have been followed in this regard to ensure safety of the building.

7.4.2.2. Flooding: Proper designing of drainage systems for domestic as well as storm water has been done. There will be a provision of 8 rainwater harvesting pits (Existing:3 & Proposed: 5) to recharge the groundwater after expansion. All the rainwater will be diverted to rain water harvesting pits & recharge the groundwater and extra water will be diverted in the sewer line of the area.

7.4.2.3. Fire and Life Safety Safety Precautions: 1. Smoking is prohibited 2. Vehicle access is strictly controlled. 3. Ventilation is sufficient to cope with the maximum expected vapour levels in building. 4. Storage area vents to the atmosphere are sized for fire-heated emergency vapour release. 5. Electrical equipment is explosion-proof to meet national electrical code requirements. 6. Dry chemical extinguishers are provided and accessible for small fires. 7. Hydrants are strategically placed with adequate hoses. 8. Small spills are remediated with sand, earth, or other non-combustible absorbent material, and the area is then flushed with water. Larger spills are diluted with water and diked for later disposal. 9. Lighting is grounded. Tall vessels and structures are fitted with lightning conductors that are securely grounded. Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 155 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

Same shall be followed for proposed expansion. Precaution in Case of Fire ⮚ All practicable measures has been taken to prevent outbreak of fire and its spreads, both internally and externally, to provide and maintain: - a) Safe means of escape for all person in the event of a fire, and b) The necessary equipment and facilities for extinguishing fire. ⮚ Effective measures have been taken to ensure that all the workers are familiar with the means of escape in case of fire and adequately trained in the routine to be followed in such cases. Fire Fighting Personal Protective Equipment - Due consideration is given to hazards from chemical and heat exposure. Therefore, fire-fighters wear full-face, positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus or an airline. Chemical protection is being provided with impervious clothing, gloves and footwear. Suitable materials include polyvinyl plastic, neoprene or rubber.

7.4.2.4. Explosion in Process/Storage Areas Storage: ● Flammable materials kept away from heat, sparks, and flame. Kept away from sources of ignition. Stored in a tightly closed container or tanks. ● Molasses is being stored in steel tanks and transported to the distillery unit present in the premises. Same shall be done after expansion. ● Bagasse generated is being stored in a separate room which is being used as fuel in the boiler. New go downs are proposed to store bagasse. ● Chemicals are stored in separate rooms. Specific storage is given as per chemicals storage requirement. ● Storage & handling area is readily accessible with safety showers, fire extinguishers and other fire-fighting equipment, water hydrants with spray nozzles and other emergency equipment such as chemical proof suits and respiratory apparatus. ● Operating procedures are given in place with appropriate training. Spills / Leaks: Spills are absorbed with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then placed in suitable container. All sources of ignition are removed and a spark-proof tool are used. Hazardous Substances & Chemicals Some of the raw materials solvents, fuels and products are classified as hazardous substances. Based on the physical, thermal, chemical and biological properties available from the material

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safety data sheets (MSDS) of the various substances handled in the proposed project, the hazardous substances are identified. Storage of all chemicals shall not exceed their threshold limit, if any. All provisions as per M.S.I of Hazardous Chemicals Rules 1989 shall be followed as required for the chemicals falling in the list of rules. To prevent and control risk and damage, all the raw material is being stored in an isolated room secured with proper safety measures. MSDS will be displayed at all the prominent sites. Storage facilities of chemicals compounds/raw material: Following is the list of raw material proposed to be used for manufacturing in the plant:

Table 76. List of raw material showing storage quantity S. No. Name of raw Daily Max. Max Classification Handling material Consumption Quantity to Quantity as per after be stored in Stored MSIHC Rules Expansion plant (after (Existing) expansion)

1. Lime 18 MT 80 MT 130 MT Not included HDPE Bag

2. Sulphur 7.2 MT 30 MT 55 MT Not included HDPE Bag

3. Biocide 120 kg/day 6000 Kg 1000 Kg Not included leak & fire proof MS tanks

4. Magnafloc 36 kg/day 160 Kg 300 Kg Not included HDPE Bag

5. Phosphoric 60 kg/day 260 Kg 500 Kg Hazardous leak & fire Acid proof MS tanks

6. Colour 170 kg/day 800 Kg 1500 Kg Not included leak & fire Precipitation proof MS tanks

7. Sugarcane 12,000 TCD 7000 TCD 12,000 TCD Not included Separate Godown has been provided`

8. Molasses 540 Tonnes 2200 Tonnes 3800 Tonnes Not included Separate MS Tanks.

Identification of Hazardous Substances and MSIHC rules reportable substances Under the Environment Protection Act 1986, the Government of India formulated the Manufacturer Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals (MSIHC) Rules, 1989 to regulate the activities associated with the handling and storage of hazardous substance. Under these rules, the chemical substances which are considered hazardous are identified, and the threshold inventory quantities are specified above in storage of chemicals. The storage locations of the primary chemicals are shown in the site layout attached at Enclosure 5, and briefly described below:

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Other Storage: Wastes Bagasse waste generated is more prone to fire, which is being stored in separate rooms and adequate measures are taken to avoid fire explosion and used as fuel in Boiler for producing Steam. Same shall be done after expansion. Molasses waste is being stored in a steel container in a separate room to avoid fire explosion and transported to the existing Distillery unit for Alcohol Production present in the premises. Same shall be done after expansion. Hazardous Waste Hazardous waste including ETP sludge stored in an isolated place with proper containment. It is stored in a secured manner and sent to authorized TSDF. Diesel Oil Approximately 15 lt/month of used oil is generated from the DG Sets. It is disposed of in leak proof containers & disposed only to authorized re-processors/ authorized common collection centers provided the oil meets the standards as per schedule -5 Part A rules.

7.4.2.5. Mechanical: Mechanical hazards are created by powered operation of equipment or tools. Mechanical hazards can occur at: 1. Process machinery 2. DG set room & Boiler 3. Cogeneration power plant 4. Vehicular Movement Following preventive measures are being taken: 1. Periodic replacement of critical components of the machine. 2. Proper training to operators of machines. 3. Safe distance demarcating on heavy machines like cranes (during installation) 4. Sign of danger at the hazard places.

7.4.2.6. Thermal: Thermal hazards are objects or substances that transfer energy as heat. Sugar manufacturing industry can have following points of thermal hazard: ● Hot machines/ equipment

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● Boiler The thermal hazard can cause burn of skin; following preventive measures can be taken: ● The open flame area like the canteen has restricted entry. ● D.G set room, Boilers area etc. have restricted entry. ● Operators in the thermal hazard area provided with protective gears like gloves, goggles etc. ● For emergency first aid room is provided and well maintained. 7.4.3. Emergency Response Procedure

Even after all the preventive measures for any emergency following infrastructure has been provided: 1. There is an Emergency Control Room. 2. Assembly area is demarcated for Industry. 3. Communication system is installed which includes an intercom and public addressing system. 4. Fire alarms are installed at vulnerable places and the same shall be installed in the proposed area. 5. The safe zones (at the time of emergency) are displayed at different locations. 6. First Aid facilities are made available at the Control room. In case of emergency following action shall be taken: 1. The emergency shall be declared in case of following: i) Fire alarm buzzing (Fire hazard) ii) Vibration/Earthquake feeling (Earthquake) iii) Water logging above 30 cm (Flood) iv) Any unusual smell of gas or suffocating feeling (Chemical leakage) v) Security alarm from main gate. (Security risk/Terrorism) 2. On declaration of emergency, communication shall be made to residents for any type emergency 3. All the resident of the affected area shall be moved to safe zone 4. The control measures shall be done as per the emergency action plan for each type of hazard.

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5. All the members of disaster management cell shall take charge of their respective duties. 6. Outside help like fire tender, police ambulance etc. shall be called by site controller or Incident controller. 7.4.4. Recovery Procedure

The recovery procedure depends on the type of emergency. Recovery procedure has been followed by engineering section to restore the essential services.

7.5. Off Site Emergency Management Plan:

If an accident takes place in an industry/ unit & its impacts are felt outside its premises, the situation is called an “Offsite Emergency”. To meet such Emergencies, an Off-site Emergency Plan is required to be prepared. Cause of off-site emergency In an industry, the chemical storage room, chemical handling area & transportation of the chemicals, or a problem in the plant utilities may cause off- site emergency to occur. The project is Sugar Mill and Cogeneration Power plant by M/s A.B. Sugars Limited Materials Pvt ltd involves some hazardous chemical compounds in their process. The main objectives of the off-site emergency plan are:-

❏ To save lives and injuries. ❏ To prevent or reduce property losses and ❏ To provide for quick resumption of normal situation or operation. Areas in vicinity (Vulnerable areas) The industries in the proximity are given below:

Table 77. Vulnerable areas in 500 m proximity Facility in the East of Project Boundary Road

Facility in the North of Project Boundary Vacant Land

Facility in the West of Project Boundary Vacant Land

Facility in the South of Project Boundary Road

Nearest habitation areas are given below:

Table 78. Nearest habitation to the project area S. No. Name of habitation Distance in kms

1 Jandaur 1.31 Km NE

2 Bhana 1.84 Km SE

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3 Saggal 2.22 Km N

4 Chanderpur 2.31 Km NNE

5 Bersha 2.42 Km W

7.5.1. Vulnerability Analysis

The vulnerable analysis is done for the hazards that may cause offsite emergency as given below:

Table 79. Vulnerability analysis of hazards Activity Hazard Severity Likeliho Severity x Vulnerability Radius (1-5) od (1-5) likelihood (1-25) (1 – Hazard with Least Concern & 25 - Hazard with Highest Concern) Chemical Spillage/ 2 1 2 Approximately 50 m compound leakage Transportation Fire/ 3 2 6 Approximately 200 m Explosion Chemical Spillage/ 2 2 4 Approximately 50m compound leakage Storage & Fire/ 3 2 6 Approximately 200 m Handling Explosion 7.5.2. Preventive Measures

The preventive measures followed during the transportation of material and also during the storage & handling of the raw materials/chemicals:

7.5.2.1. During Transportation Following measures are adopted to ensure safe transportation: • The transportation of the raw material & products is done in HDPE Bags while transporting through trucks & tempo. • Cushion is being provided to the materials to prevent chemical container breakage. • Safety data sheets are kept & Labelling is done on the tanks used for transportation of the raw materials. • A sheet listing the materials being transported is available in the vehicle and the emergency phone numbers are also be listed. • Workers/ driver are trained for MSDS & handling of these chemicals.

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• Proper First Aid facility is provided within the transportation vehicle in case of any accidental release. Same shall be followed for proposed expansion • The mode of transportation for chemicals used in process are described below:

Table 80. Mode of transportation of raw mateial S. No. Name of raw material Mode of transportation

1 Lime By Truck

2 Sulphur By Truck

3 Biocide By Truck

4 Magnafloc By Truck

5 Phosphoric Acid By Truck

6 Colour Precipitation By Truck

7 Sugar Cane By Tractor

7.5.2.2. During Storage and Handling ● Based on the physical, thermal, chemical and biological properties available from the material safety data sheets (MSDS) of the various substances handled in the proposed project, the hazardous substances are identified. Out of the chemicals used, the ones notified under M.S.I. of Hazardous Chemical Rules (1989) have the necessary provisions as specified. ● The threshold limit for the storage of the chemicals at any point of time shall not exceed ● To prevent and control risk and damage, all the raw material & chemicals have been stored in leak & fire proof HDPE bags/ MS tanks at a secured and contained location with proper safety measures. MSDS is displayed at all the prominent sites. ● Handling is done as per NIOSH guidelines

7.5.2.3. Process Emission/Odour Control ● Ash generated from the Boiler is being transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and avoid air emission. ● To avoid odour of Press mud is directly sent to the brick manufacturers & farmers without storing in the premises. ● The spent wash from the distillery will be taken into a multiple effect evaporator and it will be converted into a high calorific slurry which will be used in the boiler as fuel. Therefore, there will be no odour problem from the project.

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● Green development is developed within the plant premises. The plantation work for green belt development after expansion shall be carried out as per CPCB guidelines. ● No major emissions are envisaged; The Process emissions are controlled by providing closed circuit for production. ● Ambient air quality is regularly monitored to ensure that ambient air quality standards and suggested limits are met at all the time. Same shall be followed for further expansion.

7.5.3. Roles and responsibilities

The roles of the various parties that may be involved in the implementation of an off-site plan are described below: A. ROLE OF THE POLICE ● Protecting life and property and controlling traffic movements. ● Controlling bystanders, evacuating the public, identifying the dead and dealing with casualties and informing relatives of dead or injured.

B. ROLE OF THE FIRE AUTHORITIES ● The control of a fire is normally the responsibility of the senior fire brigade officer who would take over the handling of the fire from the site incident controller on arrival at the site. ● Fire authorities having major hazard works in their area should have familiarized themselves with the location on site of all stores of flammable materials, water and foam supply points and fire-fighting equipment. C. ROLE OF THE HEALTH AUTHORITIES

o Health authorities, including doctors, surgeons, hospitals, ambulances and so on, have a vital part to play following a major accident and they should form an integral part of any emergency plan. D. ROLES OF THE GOVERNMENT SAFETY AUTHORITY

o In the event of an accident, local arrangements regarding the role of the factory inspector will apply.

o In the aftermath, factory inspectors may wish to ensure that the affected areas are rehabilitated safety. Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 prescribes for the constitution of the State Crisis Group as apex body at the State Level to deal with major chemical accidents and to provide expert guidance for handling major chemical accidents and for the constitution of District and Local Crisis Groups. A. Functions of the State Crisis Group

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i. Review all district off-site emergency plans in the State with a view to examine its adequacy in accordance with the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical, Rules and forward a report to the Central Crisis Group once in three months; ii. Assist the State Government in the planning, preparedness and mitigation of major chemical accidents at a site in the State; iii. Continuously monitor the post-accident situation arising out of a major chemical accident in the State and forward a report to the Central Crisis Group; iv. Review the progress report submitted by the District Crisis Groups; B. Functions of the District Crisis Group i. Assist the preparation of the district off-site emergency plan; ii. Review all the on-site emergency plans prepared by the occupier of Major Accident Hazards installation for the preparation of the district off-site emergency plan; iii. Assist the district administration in the management of chemical accidents at a site lying within the district; iv. Ensure continuous information flow from the district to the Centre and State Crisis Group regarding accident situation and mitigation efforts; v. Forward a report of the chemical accident to the State Crisis Group; and Conduct mock- drill of a chemical accident at a site each year. C. Functions of the Local Crisis Group i. Prepare local emergency plan for the industrial pocket; ii. Ensure dovetailing of the local emergency plan with the district off-site emergency plan; iii. Train personnel involved in chemical accident management; iv. Conduct at least one full scale mock-drill of a chemical accident at a site every six month and forward a report to the District Crisis Group; and v. Respond to all public inquiries on the subject.

7.5.4. Recovery Procedures The recovery procedure will depend on the type of emergency. Recovery plans based on different emergencies are prepared. Recovery procedure are followed by engineering section to restore the essential services.

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7.6.1. Key Personnel

The key personnel involved in Emergency (Onsite & Offsite) are given below: 1. Emergency Controller – Plant Head 2. Incident Controller – EHS Manager 3. Security Supervisor 4. Utilities Manager 5. Fire fighter 6. Evacuation members [Emergency Response Team (ERT) Members] 7. First Aid provider 8. Rescue members 7.6.2. Chain of command during emergency

The organizational chart for coordination within the industry as well as the external agencies is given below:

Figure 62. On site emergency plan 7.7. Occupational Health and Safety Action plan for the implementation of OHS standards as per OSHAS/USEPA/NIOSH/ACGIH shall be followed as given below:

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• Occupational health surveillance programmes are done six monthly & and their records are maintained. • A project site in case of emergency First Aid facility is provided. A room is provided separately with provision of bed and an experienced doctor. • Health check-up camps are organized on a regular basis at company dispensary / nearby locations for nearby peoples to evaluate exposure of the workers to chemicals during pre-placement and periodical medical monitoring. • Prior to working with chemicals, workers are trained on its proper handling & storage and its MSDS. • Proper medical facility arrangements are provided in case of any accidental release. • Label Precautions and First Aid facility is provided. • Emergency plans are prepared and a mock drill of the on-site emergency is conducted. • Employers and employees have been made aware of the hazardous properties of materials in their workplaces, and the degree of hazard each poses. • Inspection of the industrial activity is being done at least once in a year and an annual status report on the compliance with the Rules is being submitted. • An Environment, Health and Safety(EHS) Manager is present and handles all the safety issues related to man, machine & materials. • Exterior refuge or safe areas include parking lots, open fields or streets which is located away from the site of the emergency are present and which provide sufficient space to accommodate the employees. Same shall be followed for the proposed expansion. Health Effect by Sugar Industry Sugar factory effluent produces obnoxious odour and particulate emissions during the burning of bagasse and also the generation of ash. Some probable impacts on human population from the particulate emissions may cause irritation (e.g. coughing or difficulty breathing), decreased lung function, aggravated asthma, development of chronic bronchitis, irregular heartbeat, heart attacks, premature death in people with heart or lung disease. Personal Protective Equipment The level of risk of exposure to particular chemical will dictate the appropriate level of personal protective equipment (PPE) required such as side shielded safety spectacles and appropriate gloves, footwear, face shields, respiratory protection, fire-resistant clothing, or chemical suits. ● Respirators: A complete respiratory protection program has been instituted. It includes evaluations of workers’ abilities to perform tasks while wearing CPC, Regular training

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of personnel, Fit testing, Periodic environmental monitoring, Regular maintenance, inspection, and cleaning. ● Clothing: Workers wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. ● Skin Protection: Workers wear solvent resistant gloves and clothing. ● Eye Protection: Workers wear splash proof chemical goggles and face shield when working with liquid, unless full face piece respiratory protection is worn. ● Eyewash facility and a safety shower: Common workplaces are equipped with Eyewash facilities and a safety shower. Protecting Clothes ● Employees are provided with appropriate work clothing. ● The use of respiratory protective equipment, special protective clothing is also provided and worn. ● When re-usable protective or works clothing is provided, separate lockers are provided so that contaminated clothing can be stored separately from personal clothing.

7.7.1. Budget for Occupational Health and Safety

Table 81. Budget for occupational health & safety S. No Description Amount (Rupees in Lacs) 1 Workers will be subjected to primary health check-up before they are employed to ascertain their health conditions. Thereafter, Regular Medical check-up & First Aid facility will be organized for workers to evaluate the adverse impact if any on these persons due to the 2.0 proposed activity. Occupational health surveillance programme shall be done six monthly. A safety officer / environmental officer shall be recruited. 2 Infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom, canteen etc. shall be provided to the labour force during construction as well as to 2.0 the casual workers including truck drivers during the operation phase. 3 Workers will be provided with masks, gloves, goggles & ear muffs 1.0 for safe working 4 Covered transportation of vehicles. 2.0 5 Insurance for worker & Tie up with ESI Hospital 3.0 Total Rs 10.0 lacs

7.7.2. Budget for Public Health & Safety

Table 82. Budget for public health & safety Sr. No. Impact Mitigation Amount (In Lacs) Health Check-up camps shall be organized. Support 1 Health and Safety 1 to the primary Health centre. Public awareness

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system for management & handling of waste.

SAFETY IN WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR WORKER HEALTH

Table 83. Safety in work environment for work health Name of Permissible Exposure Recommended Threshold Substance Toxic Level (PEL)as per Exposure Level Limit Value Description Chemical OSHA (Occupational (REL) as per (TLV) as per Safety and Health NIOSH American Administration) (National Conference of Institute of Governmental Occupational Industrial Health and Hygienists Safety) Phosphoric acid 1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 colourless, semi- transparent, soft, waxy solid Lime - - - colourless crystal or white powder Sulphur - - - pale yellow non- metallic, brittle element Biocide - - - chemical substance or microorganism Magnafloc - - - -

WORKER HEALTH CHECKUP PLAN Company is committed to taking care of the health of its employees. Company is conducting pre-employment and post-employment medical tests for its employees besides various educative and awareness programs on health and safety. A full time medical assistance centre is always available to its employees to carry out any first aids. Pre-Employment Tests: Any employee who joins the Plant goes under company prescribed pre-employment medical examination tests from a MBBS qualified doctor. The medical fitness reports are required to be submitted on or before joining the organization. If some new employee reports for his/her joining without a Medical Examination and fitness report; he/she will not be allowed to join until the Medical Examination and fitness report is produced to the HR department. Such incidents will also be reported to the HR Head. Annual / Bi-annual Medical Tests: Annual / Bi-annual Medical tests are conducted in the months of January and July respectively. All those employees who are exposed to hazardous raw materials / processes, are examined twice a year. Presently, following departments are involved in hazardous process and covered for medical examination: (i) Production (ii) EHS Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 168 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

(iii) Quality Control (iv) Mechanical (v) Electrical (vi) Instrumentation (vii) Packing Apart from the employees of above mentioned departments, employees of other departments are also covered for medical examination if they are also exposed to hazardous process due to any reason. The cost of pre-employment and during employment medical examination is borne by company. Exposure of workers to Raw Materials and safety Measures: All our concerned employees are given shop floor and classroom awareness training on hazardous raw materials that are being used. The MSDS data of raw materials is also shared with them for their knowledge and awareness. This detailed data is also made available in medical centre for every body’s information. Following is the list of Medical Tests / occupational health surveillance program for employees. LIST OF MEDICAL TESTS

Table 84. List of medical tests Existing Practice Proposed Practice

S.No. Pre-Employment Post-Employment Medical Tests Post-Employment Medical Tests Medical Tests Annual Medical Bi-Annual Medical Tests Tests (January- February (July-August) every year)

1. Physical Examination: Physical Physical Examination Continue 1. Chest Examination Examination: 1. Chest 2. Weight 1. Chest Examination 3. Height Examination 2. Weight 4. Pulse 2. Weight 3. Height 5. B.P. 3. Height 4. Pulse 4. Pulse 5. B.P. 5. B.P.

2 Urine Routine Urine Routine Continue Examination Examination N.A. -Physical -Physical Examination Examination -Macroscopic -Macroscopic Examination Examination 3 Stool Routine N.A. Continue Examination N.A.

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-Macroscopic Examination -Microscopic Examination 4 Haematology Haematology N. A Continue -Haemoglobin -Haemoglobin -TLC -TLC -DLC -DLC -Polymorphs -Polymorphs -Lymphocytes -Lymphocytes -Eosinophils -Eosinophils -Monocytes -Monocytes -ESR (Wintrobe) -ESR (Wintrobe) 5 Liver Function Tests Liver Function Tests N.A. Continue (LFT)(For those workers (LFT) (For those (For all the workers) only directly exposed to workers only directly chemicals) exposed to chemicals) 6 Chest X-pay P.A. View Chest X-pay P.A. N.A Continue View 7 Vision test for near & far Vision test for near & Vision test for near & Continue far far 8 Blood Sugar Blood Sugar N.A. Continue

9 ECG ECG N.A. Continue

10 Blood Group Blood Group N.A. Continue

11 Ultrasound (Abdomen) N. A N.A. Continue

12 Spirometry Test Spirometry Test N.A. Continue

12 Colour Blindness Test Colour Blindness Colour Blindness Test Continue Test 7.7.3. Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Management Plan

Management Policy

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Figure 63. Environment Policy Arrangement for Truck Drivers at Site: ⮚ Drinking Facility has been provided ⮚ Rest Room has been provided ⮚ First aid facility is provided. ⮚ Canteen is provided

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1. Waste of Sugarcane i.e. Bagasse will be used for power generation, which will directly benefit the state. Bagasse based cogeneration conserves fossil fuels and is eco-friendly as pollutants are negligible. 2. Molasses waste from the process will be used in the production of Alcohol. 8.2. Financial Benefits

1. Due to less distance from the farms they will get a good price of cane and will get press mud to be used as nutrients on farms. 2. Power shortage is a crucial issue in the nearby area, 20 MW of the power generated is being sold out. 8.3. Social Benefits

1. After expansion additional employment opportunities will lead to a rise in income and improve standard of living. The expansion of existing industry would also generate jobs for the labourers during the construction phase as well as during the operation phase. It will provide direct and indirect employment to local youth. 2. Sugar manufacturing Industry is a large and growing domestic market. There will be economic benefit due to selling of products all over India. After expansion the increased demand of customers shall be fulfilled.

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As per EIA Notification 2006, Chapter 9 i.e. Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis is to be prepared if recommended at the Scoping Stage. However, during the Scoping Stage, no such conditions are mentioned in the TOR letter.

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The Environment Management Plan (EMP) is a site-specific plan developed to ensure that the project is implemented in an environmentally sustainable manner where all stakeholders including the project proponents, contractors and subcontractors, including consultants, understand the potential environmental risks arising from the proposed project and take appropriate actions to properly manage that risk. Adequate environment management measures need to be incorporated during the entire planning, installation and operating stages of the project to minimize any adverse environmental impact and assure sustainable development of the area. 10.1. Environment Management During Installation & Construction Phase

Table 85. Environment Management Plan during Construction Phase S. No. Parameters Mitigation Measures 1 Air Environment ● Water sprinkling shall be done at the location where dust generation is anticipated. ● No loose soil or sand or Construction & Demolition Waste or any other construction material that causes dust shall be left uncovered. ● Construction material and waste shall be stored only within earmarked area and road side storage of construction material and waste shall be prohibited ● Only covered vehicles carrying construction material and machinery and waste shall be permitted. ● To minimize the occupational health hazard, proper masks shall be provided to the workers who are engaged in dust generation activity.

2 Water ● During the installation phase of the project the services required like sewage facilities which already exist at the site. Water shall be arranged from existing borewell for drinking purposes and for construction purposes treated waste water of STP will be used. ● Runoff from site shall not be allowed to stand (water logging) or enter into the roadside or nearby drain. ● Approx. 2 KLD of waste water generated from 50 labours will be generated and discharged to the existing sewer line of the industrial area for treatment in the existing STP.

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3 Noise ● During the installation stage, expected noise levels shall be in the range of 85-100 dB(A), which will decrease with increase in distance. Hence all the activities shall be carried out during the day time. ● There will be some noise generation due to movement of vehicles carrying materials during installation phase and as this is only a temporary phenomenon it can be managed by properly regulating the movement of vehicular traffic so that the ambient air quality with respect to noise is not adversely affected.To prevent any occupational hazard earmuffs/earplugs shall be given to the workers working around or operating plant/ machinery emitting high noise levels. Use of plant or machinery shall be strictly prohibited during night hours. Careful planning of machinery operation and scheduling of operation shall be done to minimize such impact.

4 Solid & Hazardous ● During the construction/installation, whatever quantity of Waste construction waste is generated shall be stacked and disposed off at the designated disposal site and care shall be taken to ensure that temporary stacking and transportation shall not cause any disturbance to the surrounding environment. ● Approx. 8 kg/day of municipal solid waste will be generated and shall be disposed off at MSW site. All proper safety measures shall be adopted by the workers handling the waste. Waste will be segregated in containers and other non-biodegradable waste shall be given to the recycler.

10.2. Environment Management During Operation Phase 10.2.1. Air Environment

10.2.1.1. Measures adopted to mitigate the air emissions:

Details of Air Emissions and Control (Existing)

Table 86. Details of air emissions & control Existing Air Pollution Chimney Proposed Type of pollution Fuel Qty. control height AGL MOC change after S. No. fuel sources measures expansion

Height - 50 Mts stack Bagasse 37 TPH Stack, Wet No change 1. 80 TPH boiler AGL Scrubber Dia – 2.0 m MS & ESP Height - 65 No change Mts stack 120 TPH Stack, Wet 3. Bagasse 47 TPH AGL MS Boiler Scrubber Dia – 2.5 m & ESP

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No change Stack, 4. 500 kVA DG HSD 100 l/hr 6 Mts stack MS acoustic SET AGL enclosures Stack, No change 725 kVA DG 150 l/hr acoustic 6 Mts stack MS 5. HSD SET enclosures AGL Additional Proposed:

Table 87. Additional proposed air pollution source and mitigation measures

Addition of Pollution Chimney Air pollution Type of Fuel Qty. MOC S. No. control height AGL sources after fuel measures expansion

Height - 50 Mts 2 x 32 TPH Bagasse 30 TPH stack AGL 1. boiler Stack, Wet Dia – 2.0 m Scrubber MS

Following measures shall be adopted to mitigate the air emissions: 1. Ash generated from the Boiler is being transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and avoid air emission. Same shall be done after expansion. 2. No major emissions are envisaged; The Process emissions are controlled by providing closed circuit for production. 3. To avoid odour of Press mud, shall directly send to the brick manufacturers & farmers without storing in the premises. 4. The spent wash from the distillery will be taken into a multiple effect evaporator and it will be converted into a high calorific slurry which will be used in the boiler as fuel. Therefore, there will be no odour problem from the project. 5. Green development has been developed within the plant premises. The plantation work for green belt development is being carried out as per CPCB guidelines. 6. PUC checks of all motor driven vehicles are carried out. 7. Overloading of trucks carrying sugar cane is being restricted. 8. Ambient air quality would be regularly monitored to ensure that ambient air quality standards and suggested limits will be met at all the time.

10.2.2. Fly ash Handling: ESP with a wet scrubber is installed to the boiler for removing fly ash from flue gases. Fly ash collected from the ESP hoppers and the air heater hoppers and the ash collected from the

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10.2.3. Water Environment

10.2.3.1. Water consumption & waste water discharge Existing Water Management

Table 88. Existing water management Requirement Waste water Evaporation Losses S.No. Description (KLD) Generated (KLD) (KLD) 1 Domestic 135 108 Co-Generation 2 Cooling Tower 860 62 798 Boiler for Sugar and 3 Co-Generation Plant 600 15 Sugar Plant 4 Process 1822 1822 Loss in filter cake & 5 Molasses 248 6 Cooling Tower 1500 135 1365 Horticulture 7 Development 1001 0 Total 6166 2142 2163

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Figure 64. Existing water balance Water Management after expansion (Summer Season)

Table 89. Water management after expansion (summer season) Requirement Waste water Evaporation S.No. Description (KLD) Generated (KLD) Losses (KLD) 1 Domestic 135 108 2 Process Condensate 3610 689 1416 3 Cooling Tower 2563 425 2563 Evaporation Losses in 4 filter Cake & Molasses 420 Horticulture 5 Development 1001 Total 7729 1222

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Water Balance (Summer Season)

Figure 65. Water bbalance (summer season0 Water Management (Winter Season)

Table 90. Water managment after expansion (Winter season) Requirement Waste water Generated Evaporation Losses S.No. Description (KLD) (KLD) (KLD) 1 Domestic 135 108 Nil 2 Process Condensate 3610 689 1416 3 Cooling Tower 2563 425 2563 Evaporation Losses in 4 filter Cake & Molasses 420 Nil Nil Horticulture 5 Development 668 Nil Nil 6 Agricultural Land 333 Nil Nil Total 7729 1222

Water Balance (Winter Season)

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Figure 66. Water balance (Winter season) Water Management (Rainy season) In the case of a rainy day, excess water is stored and then used as and when required for horticulture purposes.

10.2.3.2. Scheme of ETP & Technical Specifications The upgraded treatment scheme consists of treating the combined waste water comprising Sugar Mills effluents, cooling overflow and domestic wastewaters in two stages-Anaerobic followed by Aerobic biological treatment. The process flow diagram of the proposed upgraded treatment scheme is presented: - The unit proposed are: 1. Bar Screen 2. Oil & Grease Traps 3. Equalisation Tank 4. Anaerobic Filter 5. Aerobic Reactor 6. Secondary Sedimentation Tank 7. Sludge Drying bed.

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The preliminary treatment shall comprise arresting of floating matters such as plastics, jute- bags, cane wood, etc in bar screens and removal of O&G in gravity traps. V-notch plates shall be provided at the inlet as well as outlet of the effluent treatment plant for measurement of flow. An equalisation tank of four hours capacity exists to take care of varying pollution load discharged by the mills. The effluents shall then be lifted with pump(s) from the equalisation tank into the anaerobic filter to enable gravitational flow through all the other units of the plant. The pH of the influent to the treatment plant is likely to be acidic most of the time. Lime shall be added downstream of the equalisation tank for neutralization as per requirement. The anaerobic filter shall consist of a reactor filled with coarse inert graded packing media. The wastewater shall enter at the base of the reactor through the under-drainage system and flow upwards through the filter bed. Anaerobic organisms shall accumulate in the voids of the media as well as become attached to the media surfaces. The waste shall, thus, come into intimate contact with a large active biomass as it passes through the reactor. The BOD removal shall be 77%. The effluent from the filter shall be further treated in a complete mix activated sludge reactor, the process has the capacity to hold a high MLSS level in the aeration tank imparting increased operational stability at shock organic loading. The deficiency of nitrogen and phosphorus estimated for the biological degradation shall be made good by addition of urea and di- ammonium phosphate (DAP). The aerobic process shall remove more than 92% of the BOD from the effluents. Diffused aeration shall be employed to maintain the desired DO level and adequate mixing of liquor in the reactor. The aerated effluent shall then be sedimented. The settled sludge from the sedimentation tank bottom shall be lifted with the help of sludge pump and re-circulated back into the aeration tank for seeding. The surplus from the aerobic stage shall be partly anaerobically digested in the filter and the balanced sun dried on sludge drying beds. The treated wastewater shall be used for irrigating the green areas within the complex.

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Figure 67. ETP flow diagram Specifications Of ETP 1) Preliminary Treatment a) Bar Screens Bar Spacing : 15 mm c/c b) Oil & Grease Detention Time : 20 min c) Equalization Tank d) Peak Factor : 1.15 e) Detention Time : 3 hrs 2) Secondary Treatment Stage-I Anaerobic a) Anaerobic Filter Loading Rate : 6 kg COD/m3/d Detention Time : 14 hrs Media : Graded Gravel Removal Efficiency : 77 % COD Stage-II Aerobic a) Aeration Loading Rate : 0.18 kg BOD/kg MLVSS/d MLSS : 5000 mg/l MLVSS : 4000 mg/l SRT : 12 d Volumetric Loading : 0.77 kg BOD/m3/d Detention Time : 9 hrs

Oxygen Required : 1.4 kg the or O2/Kg BOD rem b) Secondary Sedimentation Overflow Rate : 12 m3/m2/h Solids loading : 2.5 kg/m2/h Detention time : 7 hrs Sludge Recirculation : 100 %

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Efficiency : 92 % 1) Sludge Drying Bed Loading Rate : 200 kg/m2/year Application Depth : 0.3 m Units And Equipment Proposed A) Units:

Table 91. Specification of ETP unit proposed S.No Units

1 1 No. Bar Screens, O & G Trap

2 1 No. 25.50 x 16.00 x 2.50 m SWD Equalization Tank

3 1 No. 40.00 x 20.00 x 4.50 m SWD Anaerobic Filter

4 1 No. 33.00 x 11.00 x 5.00 m SWD Aeration Tank

5 1 No. 23.00 diameter, 3.75 m SWD Secondary Sedimentation Tank

6 16 No. 40.00 x 20.00 x 4.50 m Sludge Drying Bed SWD

Top Dimension of trapezoidal shaped tank

Equipments

Table 92. List of equipment of ETP S.No Units

1 1 No. Bar Screens

2 1 No. Lime Dosing System

3 4 No 22.5 lps, 10-12m head Waste Water Lift Pump

4 3 No.- 920 m3/h, 0.6m head Air blower

5 1 lot Air Diffusers

6 1 No.- 23.00 m diameter Secondary Sedimentation Tank, Scrapper Mechanism

7 4 No.- 20 lps, 6-8 m head Sludge Recirculation Pump

8 1 Lot Pipes, Valves & Specials

9 1 Lot Electricals

Specification

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Civil Works

Table 93. Civil works specifications S.No. Unit Construction Material 1. Anaerobic Filter, Secondary Sedimentation Tank R.C.C [M-20], L.C.C [1] 2. Sludge Drying Beds, Miscellaneous work, R.C.C. [M-15], L.C.C. [2], Foundations, Drains and Sumps etc P.C.C., B.B.M.

10.2.3.3. Scheme of STP

The existing unit already has the STP which shall not be modified or upgraded as it will be able to meet the needs of the expansion in its current capacity. The waste water generated from the complex shall be collected in the equalization tank through the pipe from the bar screen chamber and oil and grease trap. The bar screens will be cleaned as and when required. From the bar screen chamber the wastewater shall be taken in the oil and grease trap where oil and grease shall be skimmed off from the top being lighter in weight. From the oil and grease trap the wastewater shall be passed into the equalisation tank. In the equalisation tank air will be purged to avoid the septic conditions. The wastewater from the equalisation tank shall be lifted with the help of submersible pump to the grit chamber. In the grit chamber the grit will settle down and will be removed from the bottom periodically. The waste water from the grit chamber will then flow into the Aerobic Bed Bioreactors. In this reactor, synthetic media shall be introduced enabling the attachment of microorganisms. In these bio-reactors air shall be diffused from bottom through diffusers/nozzles by the twin lobe air blower. The organic load will be reduced with the help of attached growth on synthetic media and dissolved oxygen. The BOD/COD load will reduce considerably in Bio-Reactor-I. From here the waste water will go to the Bioreactor-II where further reduction of BOD/COD will take place. From the bioreactor the waste water will flow into the secondary clarisettler. In the secondary clarisettler provision of Tube deck is made to make the design compact. The wastewater will be fed in the secondary clarisettler with upward flow. The sludge will settle down and the clear supernatant will be collected at the top through launders. The overflow from secondary clarisettler shall be discharged into the chlorine contact tank where chlorine shall be dosed for proper disinfections of the treated wastewater before passing through the pressure sand filter. The chlorine (sodium hypochlorite solution) will be dosed @4-5 mg/lit (max). From this tank, the wastewater will be passed through the pressure sand filter with the help of filter feed pumps to remove the colloidal particles present in the standard form. Further the treated wastewater shall be passed through the Activated Carbon Filter for final polishing & to make it free from any toxicity. The treated wastewater shall be stored in a treated waste water collection sump from where it shall be pumped with the help of treated waste water pumps for final disposal/non-potable applications like cooling towers make up water, gardening, horticulture etc. The treated wastewater shall conform to the PPCB norms.

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The sludge from bottom of secondary clarisettler shall be dewatered in the filter press. The dried sludge shall be used as organic manure for lawn/garden/horticulture and the filtrate will be taken back to the equalization tank. The treated water is used for gardening.

Photos of ETP & STP

Figure 69. Phtophs of ETP & STP

Figure 71. Photos of aeration tank & clarifier

Figure 72. Online waste water meter

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Use of Process Condensate of Sugar Factory into Sugar Power Plant Cooling Tower along with soft water: Challenges in Sugar Process Condensate: Process condensates carry a lot of heat, high COD, BOD, Sugar Traces, etc. All these organic contaminants accelerate microbial growth into cooling tower and affect power plant condenser heat transfer efficiency, increase differential pressure in condenser, reduce vacuum, accelerate corrosion rate on mills steel metallurgy. Advantage of Sugar Process Condensate: Process condensate water TDS, alkalinity, chloride is low in comparison to ground water. Low alkalinity make-up water will reduce Sulphuric acid consumption into cooling tower & low TDS water helps to improve cycle of concentration in CT, that means reduced blowdown from cooling tower. Action Plan to overcome Sugar Process condensate challenges: Appearance of process condensate must be clear/transparent. If it is carrying yellowish, blackish, reddish color, that means carrying some process contamination, which is not advisable to take it cooling tower. Heat recovery is necessary from condensate water, otherwise it will increase cooling water temperature. For this reason our condensate water passes through jet type condensate Cooling Tower in two stages and rejects heat into the atmosphere and brings temperature <40 degree celsius and again passes through small condensate cooling tower thus ammoniacal compounds vent into the environment. After cooling of process condensate, we do online chlorination of condensate water in condensate water in condensate transfer line through an online dosing pump (Free residual chlorine) to be maintained 0.8-1.0 ppm to cooling tower end. Maintained FRC level in condensate water will help to minimize organic load & COD in condensate. Distance between sodium hypochlorite dosing and cooling tower is >20 meter so that chlorine can properly mix with condensate water. Condenser organic contamination promotes slime, TSS & organic mass in cooling tower. Side screen filters have have been installed to remove slime etc. from cooling tower basin. Ther sugar analysis is done every two hours to process condensate water. If sugar traces are found in process condensate water, the entire water has to be drained out. It cannot be taken as make- up water into a cooling tower. System Details:

Table 94. System details of STP Flow Rate 5000 m3/hr

Delta T-Degree C 6-7

Hold-up Volume (m3) 1600

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Evaporation Rate (m3/day) 800

Blowdown rate (m3/day) 65

Average makeup (m3/day) 1150 (approx.)

Average Process water consumption (m3/day) 950-900

Metallurgy MS, CU

10.2.3.4. Characteristics of waste water & treated water

Raw Effluent Characteristics:

Table 95. Raw effluent charactersitics pH - 5.5 – 6 BOD mg / l 1250 COD mg / l 1800 TSS mg / l 1000-2000 Oil & Grease mg / l 150

Treated Effluent Characteristics

Table 96. Treated effluent characteristics pH - 7-8.0 BOD mg / l < 30 COD mg / l < 250 Oil & Grease mg / l < 5 TSS mg / l 800-1000 Raw Sewage Characteristics:

Table 97. Raw sewage characteristics pH - 6-8.5 BOD mg / l 300 COD mg / l 700-900 TSS mg / l 200-300

Treated Sewage Characteristics

Table 98. Treated sewage characteristics pH - 7-8.0 BOD mg / l < 10 COD mg / l < 150 TSS mg / l < 80

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The scheme of recharge of rainwater is implemented successfully in the unit and shall be maintained after expansion. The rainwater from surface runoff and part of rooftops is diverted using rain water pipes to the surface and via storm water drain network and then recharge pits. 5 RWH pits has already been installed in the unit. ♦ Scheme for Ground Water Recharging The rainwater will be diverted from the rooftop using rain water pipes to the surface / underground drainage network. The entire campus will be subdivided for recharging structures. The rainwater will be diverted into the de-silting tank to remove inorganic impurities and the outflow of the de-silting tank is taken into the recharge well. ♦ De-silting Tank The de-silting tanks will be used to remove silt and other floating impurities from rainwater. De-silting tank is like an ordinary container having provision for the inflow, outflow and overflow. Apart from removing silt it holds the excess amount of water till it is soaked up by the recharge structure. The bottom of the tank will have unpaved surface (layers of coarse sand) to allow standing water to percolate into the soil. The rainwater collected in these de-silting chambers shall be utilized for horticulture. ♦ Recharge well The Recharge Well consists of a 150 mm UPVC perforated pipe will be lowered in the middle of the boreholes and the pit will be filled with gravel and pebbles consisting of boulders, gravel and coarse sand. The mouth of the PVC pipe shall be protected to avoid silt getting into it. The Rain Water Harvesting Plan The pit sizes depend on the max. peak intensity of the rainfall for 15 minutes. Maximum peak intensity of the region is 40 mm for one hour. Considering 15 mins of continuous rainfall at peak intensity the runoff generated is as follows:

Table 99. Rain water hasrvesting calculations

Rainfall in Run-off Description Area (sqm) Total in m3 Meter Coefficient

Roof top area of 38148 0.1 0.9 343.33 building/sheds

Road and Paved area 16820 0.1 0.7 117.74 Open Area – Plantation / Landscaping/Plantation 509973 0.1 0.2 1019.94 Area Total 564941 sqm 1481.01 m3 Details of existing Pits

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Table 100. Details of existing pits Water Sr. Length Width Free Filter No. of Location Handling No. (m) (m) Board Media Borewell Capacity 1 Godown 1 34.2 2 1.5 1 10 258.12 2 Godown 2 26.3 2 1.5 1 8 202.68 3 Godown 3 13.2 2 1.5 1 6 128.52 TOTAL 589.32 KL To provide rainwater harvesting pits to collect 1481 KL of rainwater in one hour of rainfall at peak intensity. As the industry has already practiced rainwater harvesting system and already constructed three recharge pits and has the water handling capacity is 589.32 KL as shown in above table. For the remaining capacity, the industry has proposed 5 recharge pits within the industry premises. The proposed Rainwater harvesting pits details are as follows:

Table 101. Details of RWH pits Sr. Water Length Width Free Filter No. of No. Pit Handling (m) (m) Board Media Borewell Capacity 1 RWHP 1 15 3.5 2 1.5 6 209.625 2 RWHP 2 15 3.5 2 1.5 6 209.625 3 RWHP 3 13 3.5 2 1.5 4 165.475 4 RWHP 4 13 3.5 2 1.5 4 165.475 5 RWHP 5 13 3.5 2 1.5 4 165.475 Total 915.67 KL Each Injection well is of 150 mm dia. and at the depth of 24m from ground with recharge rate of 15 L/sec. Rain Water Harvesting Pit Diagram:

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Figure 73. Rain water harvesting pit diagram 10.2.5. Noise Management

During the operational stage following are the measures for the management of Noise Environment ⮚ Existing DG set has been bought acoustically enclosed & placed inside an acoustically enclosure as per CPCB guidelines. ⮚ Noise generating units like machinery area, canteen etc. are well insulated with enclosed doors. Earmuffs are being used while in high noise areas. ⮚ Maintenance of vehicles and machinery is being done in a sustainable manner to ensure best performance and less loss. ⮚ Vehicle and people flow during shift changes shall be regulated by allowing exits in a phased manner. ⮚ The green belt has been developed which helps in reducing noise levels in the complex as a result of attenuation of noise generated due to plant operations and transportation.

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Solid waste:

Table 102. Solid waste management Category Type of Waste Colour Disposal (Existing) Additiona (After of Bins Method Total l Expansion) Waste Proposed Total Waste (kg/day) waste (kg/day) (kg/day) Bio Degradable Organic Waste Green Treated in 24 4 28 (Includes Food & OWC Kitchen Waste, Leaves etc.) Non- Recyclable Waste Blue Approved 10 2 12 Biodegradable (Includes Poly- Recycler bags, Plastic, wood, paper, glass, containers etc.) Total 34 kg/day 6 kg/day 40 kg/day Process waste:

Table 103. Process waste management Process Waste Existing Additional Total after Disposal Method (Tonnes/day) Proposed expansion (Tonnes/day) (Tonnes/day) Bagasse 1960 1400 3360 Used as fuel in Boiler for producing Steam. Ash Content 29 21 50 Ash is being disposed off within the site. 7-acres area has been allocated for disposal of ash in the premises. Molasses 315 225 540 Used in existing Distillery for Alcohol Production present in the premises. Press Mud/Filter 294 210 504 It shall be sold out to the farmers Cake and brick manufacturers. It shall not be kept in the premises.

Hazardous Waste

Table 104. Hazardous waste management Name of Process Name of Process Existing Additional Total Disposal Method Waste Quantity Proposed Quantity Quantity after Expansion Industrial operations Used/spent oil 15 - 15 It shall be disposed in using mineral/ litre/month litre/month leak proof container synthetic oil as & disposed to lubricant in hydraulic authorized common systems (Schedule I) collection centre

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provided the oil meets the standards as per schedule -5 Part A rule Purification and Chemical sludge 1100 900 kg/day 2000 kg/day It shall be stored in treatment of exhaust from waste water kg/day secured manner sent air, water and waste treatment to M/s J.K. Trading water from the Co. for disposal processes in this schedule and CETPs (Schedule I) 10.2.7. Parking Provision Adequate parking provision will be provided on the surface. Also, a separate loading & unloading area has been provided within the project premises.

10.2.8. Plantation and GreenBelt Development

Green belt planning has been done as per guidelines laid by CPCB. With ecological perspectives for the project availability of space and other aspects has been considered. This will help in increasing the aesthetic effect of the environment. Green belt/greenery will be developed along most of the periphery of the project area as well as along roads. For the proposed green area, the trees planted will be of adequate height. Any tree that does not survive will be replaced. Ornamental trees will also be planted to improve the aesthetic looks of the project area. The following characteristics have been taken into consideration while selecting plant species for green belt development and tree plantation. ● They shall be fast growing and tall trees. ● They shall be perennial and evergreen. ● They shall have thick canopy cover. ● They shall have large leaf area index. Since tree trunks are devoid of foliage, scrub should form there to give coverage to the trunks. The trees will maintain regional ecological balance and conform to soil and hydrological conditions. Indigenous species would be preferred. Before planting of trees, seedlings, saplings, grass species, shrubs, soil preparation, soil amendments etc. are to be undertaken well in advance. The Total Green area developed within the unit is 55 acres of area. 37800 trees have already been planted. For proper survival and healthy growth of plant species a nursery is also maintained at the site. It is ensured that proper density of plants is maintained at site. Post plantation care is also necessary and maintained in planned and scientific manner. 33% area shall be maintained as green area. Existing Trees at the site:

Table 105. Existing trees at the site S. No Botanical Name Common Name 1 Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree

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2 Bougainvillea glabra Bougainvillea 3 Butia capitata Butia Palm 4 Cassia biflora Cassia Tree 5 Cycas revoluta Sago Palm 6 Dracaena Dragon Tree 7 Dypsis lutescens Areca palm 8 Eucalyptus globulus Safeda 9 Ficus benjamina Weeping fig 10 Phoenix sylvestris Khajoor 11 Plumeria rubra Frangipani 12 Polyalthia longifolia False Ashok 13 Populus deltoides Popler 14 Thevetia peruviana Yellow oleander

Photographs of Green area:

Figure 75. Photogrpahs of green area

Figure 77. Photogrpahs of existing green area

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Figure 79. Green area at site

Figure 81. Green area at site 10.3. Budget of Environment Management Plan (EMP) Table 106. Budget of Environment Management Plan Capital Expenditure in Lakhs Sr. No. Particulars Existing Additional Total After Unit (Lacs) Proposed Unit Expansion (Lacs) (Lacs) 1 Plant & Machinery 355 50 405 (APCM) 2 Solid Waste management 5 2 7 3 Landscaping / plantation 12 5 17 4 Social Responsibility - 127 127

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Total 372 Lacs 57 Lacs 556 lacs Recurring Expenditure in lakhs per annum Sr. No. Particulars Existing Additional Total After Unit (Lacs) Proposed Unit Expansion (Lacs) (Lacs) 1 Operation and Maintenance 50 5 55 of pollution control equipments 2 Air & water quality 2 2 4 monitoring 3 Solid Waste management 2 1 3 4 Landscaping / plantation 3 2 5 Total 57 lacs 10 lacs 67 lacs

10.4. Corporate Environment Responsibility As per the activities proposed by the industry, seeing the requirement of the project in the surrounding areas are as follows.

Table 107. Corporate Environment Responsibility S.No Activity Organization Objectives Organisation 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Total year year year year year (lakhs)

1 School Nearby school may be given Nussa, 8 5 4 4 4 25 Infrastructure improvement of infrastructure Bersha, development like playground improvement Bhana, in Primary school, Computer Mangarh, lab in High school, Benches and Desks in Govt schools. This shall be done after due discussions with School Principal and block development officer in four villages 2 Off-Grid Providing off-grid interactive Kolar, 5.5 5.5 4.5 3.5 2 21 Interactive Solar solar lanterns, Solar home Mangarh, Power Plant: systems and decentralised Bhana, renewable energy with Kalajhing, providing sustainable and Ajmer, Bodal affordable electricity to the and Bersha vast population. 3 Traffic Providing training people on Bajwa, 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 12.5 management traffic safety education and Gangian, safe drive rules to reduce Khera kotli, accidents. Aware drivers Bajwa and neglect speeding, drunken & Kolar drive, use seat belts, adequate lighting at night, overtaking from the wrong side, jumping

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traffic signals and monthly vehicle diagnoses or repairs.

4 Skill Providing two steel shed in Kolar, 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 37.5 development & each 5 villages for all the Mangarh, Employment employees with excess to Bhana, vocational training and Kalajhing and development of necessary Ajmer skills for career advancement on an equal and non- discriminatory basis with awareness programmes, (should not employ child labour or forced labour) Training like IT education (Hardware & Software), Welding and Fabrication, electrician, beautification (parlour, Nursing, warehouse worker and cloths stitching training etc. and maintain equality of opportunities. 5 Waste Providing coloured dust bins Kolar, 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 6 Management with disposable bag for Mangarh, collection of segregated waste Bhana, and their disposable items in Kalajhing and five villages Ajmer 6 Healthcare Providing healthcare to poor Nussa, Bajwa, support or marginalised communities Khera kotli, in the form of monthly and Bersha medical camps, working on maternal and child care (paediatric) and treatment and increase awareness on diseases in five villages 5 5 5 5 5 25 Total 29.7 26.7 24.7 23.7 22.2 127

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Figure 82. Environment Managgement Cell

Table 108. Roles and responsibilities Role Responsibilities Unit Head To coordinate & head all the sub in-charges of the Environment Management Team. Environmental Officer He shall be responsible for implementation of Conditions as stipulated in Environmental Clearance in coordination with the sub in-charges of the team & other environmental laws Maintenance In-charge To coordinate & head the maintenance personnel who look after any mechanical or technical faults in the waste management units of the project. Air management In- He will coordinate with the Air management team & will deal charge with the problems with stacks & other air pollution problems. Water management In- He will look after the waste water treatment systems & Rain charge water harvesting systems. Waste management In- He will deal with the waste collection personnel & the disposal charge team. His responsibility is to keep technical checks for the waste treatment technology used in the project. Assistant Manager He will deal with the Health & safety of the personnel working in the project. He shall coordinate with the Disaster management team to impart training & mock drills to the staff.

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Table 109. Project Details DETAILS EXISTING ADDITIONAL TOTAL AFTER PROPOSED EXPANSION Activity Sugar Manufacturing Unit and Co-generation power plant Plot Area (sqm) 6,87,966 sqm (170 Acres) - 6,87,966 sqm (170 Acres) Sugar Mill Area- 59 acre - Sugar Mill Area- 59 acre Production Capacity Sugar - 7000 TCD Sugar - 5000 TCD Sugar - 12,000 TCD Co-generation power plant - Co-generation power Co-generation power 33 MW plant - 4 MW plant - 37 MW Estimated Cost 208 Crore 170 Crore 378 Crore Employment 217 33 250 Power Requirement 9000 KW 4500 KW 13500 KW DG Sets 1 x 500 KVA and 1 x 725 - 1 x 500 KVA and 1 x 725 KVA KVA Boiler 80 TPH and 120 TPH 2 X 32 TPH 80 TPH, 120 TPH & 2 x 32 TPH Air Pollution Control Stack, Wet Scrubber, Wet scrubber Stack, Wet Scrubber, Devices

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Electrostatic Precipitator Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) (ESP) Total Water 6166 KLD 1563 KLD 7729 KLD Requirement Fresh Water 859 KLD (-) 251 KLD 608 KLD Requirement Waste Water 2142 KLD (-) 920 KLD 1222 KLD Generation Water Source Bore Well - Bore Well Water Pollution STP - 250 KLD - STP - 250 KLD Control Devices ETP - 3500 KLD ETP - 3500 KLD Rain Water 3 no. 5 no. 8 no. Harvesting Pit

Land Area Details

Table 110. Land area details PARTICULAR TOTAL AREA (Acres) % AREA Sugar Division 59 34.7 Cogeneration 3 1.8 Distillery Unit 24 14.1 Residential Area 12 7.1 Green Belt Area 55 32.3 Ash Disposal area 7 4.1 Agricultural Land 10 5.9 Total Area 170 100

Plant Capacity A. Sugar

Table 111. Plant Capacity (Sugar) S. No PRODUCT Existing Qty. Additional Total After (Tonnes/day) Proposed Qty. Expansion (Tonnes/day) (Tonnes/day) 1 L Quality Sugar (31) 77 55 132 2 M Quality Sugar 616 440 1056 (31) 3 S Quality Sugar (31) 77 55 132 Total 770 550 1320

B. Co-Generation Plant

Table 112. Plant Capacity (Co-genertion plant) S. No PRODUCT Existing Additional Total After Proposed Expansion 1. Export Power 23 MW - 23 MW

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Captive Power 10 MW 4 MW 14 MW Total Power 33 MW 4 MW 37 MW Generation Environmental Setting

Study Period Monitoring was carried out in the Summer Season from October, 2017- December 2017 & additional one month data from 15th March, 2018 to 15th April 2018. The results have been summarized below: Ambient Air: The ambient air quality of 8 Sampling Locations named as, Onsite (North), Onsite (South), Randhawa village , Mangarh village, Kala Jhingra, Berchha village, Bajwa village, Panwan Village were assessed.

In the core and buffer zone, the mean value of PM10, SO2, NO2 & PM2.5 are within the limits of National ambient air quality standards. Noise The noise quality at location Onsite (North Direction), Onsite (South Direction), Randhawa village, Mangarh village, Bhana Village, Berchha village, Bajwa village, SH-24, NH-1A were assessed. The ambient noise level during day time at the proposed project site varies from 53.1 dB (A) to 55.9 dB (A) which is within the standard limit of Industrial area ~ 75 dB (A). During the night the noise level at the project site ranges from 46.3 dB (A) to 48.1 dB (A) which are within the standard limit of Industrial area 70 dB (A). In Buffer Zone, noise levels at the day time ranges from 45.3 dB(A)- 73.3 dB(A) and in night time it ranges from 40.6 dB (A) to 66.4 dB (A).which are higher due to the increased vehicular activities in the SH-24. Water Environment In the buffer zone ground water sample was collected from 8 locations – Onsite, Onsite, near composite area, Onsite near Boiler area, Onsite near Cooling Tower, Onsite Near Grain Godown, Randhawa Village, Mangarh Village, Bhana Village, Berchha village, Kular Village (Borewell-85 ft), Bajwa Village, Panwan Village groundwater was collected from Bore well to access the quality of water. Further in the buffer zone, the surface water was collected from Bhana Village Pond, Odra Village Pond, Dasuya Distributary, Pandav Mansarovar (Dasuya) & Kandi Canal. In the Buffer zone, the Groundwater shows Total Dissolved Solids, Alkalinity, Hardness, Chloride, Calcium and Magnesium are higher than the drinking water standards (IS: 10500) and thus the water is not suitable for drinking purposes. The BOD of the pond is 3.5 mg/l and lies in the Class A of the CPCB Surface water quality criteria and DO is found to be in the range of 4.2- 5.1 mg/l which does not fall in any Class of CPCB surface water Quality. The surface water quality of the lake does not fall in any category of the CPCB Surface water quality criteria. Thus cannot be used for the designated use as per CPCB. Soil Quality Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 200 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd.

The soil quality at location Onsite East , Onsite West, Randhawa village, Mangarh village, Kala Jhingra, Bhana village, Kular village, Bajwa village, Panwan village were assessed. Core Zone: The result shows that colour is Reddish Brown/Blackish Brown, pH is 6.86 – 7.16. The availability of many plant nutrients in the soil changes because of reactions in the soil, which are largely controlled by soil pH. Amount of primary nutrients like Organic matter found 0.57% - 1.58%; the available nitrogen 53.2 mg/kg – 106.4 mg/kg is low in range; the available potassium 32.7 mg/kg – 46.8 mg/kg is lower in range while available phosphorus 3.2 mg/kg – 31.2 mg/kg is higher in range, Primary nutrient profile shows that soil is average fertile as per nutrient profile . Nitrogen is the most important fertilizer element. Plants respond quickly to application of nitrogen. This element encourages above ground vegetative growth and gives a deep green colour to the leaves & Potassium is the third essential fertilizer element and it is essential for photosynthesis, for protein synthesis, for starch formation and for the translocation of sugars. Buffer Zone: The result shows that the texture of soil is clay to silt loam. Colour varies from Reddish Brown to brown; pH ranges from to 6.9 to 7.66. Amount of primary nutrients like Organic matter 0.26 % to 0.93 %, the available nitrogen 42.0 mg/kg to 78.4 mg/kg are lower in range, the available phosphorus 4.4 mg/kg- 19.6 mg/kg are high in range, available potassium 19.4 mg/kg to 35.2 mg/kg is lower in range, Primary nutrient profile shows that soil is average in fertility due to the availability of low amount of nitrogen, available potassium. Biological Environment Flora of Core Zone: As the Project is a Sugar manufacturing unit and wishes to expand only the capacity of the plant as per the requirement. The already constructed part of the core area has varieties of Planted species. Flora of Buffer Zone: In the Buffer Zone there is no RF or PF. Various trees, shrubs, herbs, Ornamental plants, weeds and grasses data were collected from various secondary sources such as Azadirachta indica, Polyalthia longifolia, Callistemon lanceolatus, Hamelia patens, Cynodon dactylon etc. Fauna: In the Core Zone, place where expansion is to be done and the area which is already constructed has plantation. During study, it was found that the faunal diversity in the core site was limited to Butterflies, insects, animals like rats, monkey, dog, cat etc. and common lizards. Endangered Species: There are only two schedule I Species found in the buffer zone namely Pavo cristatus (Indian Peafowl) and Manis crassicaudata (Indian Pangolin). Eight schedule II species were also reported in the buffer zone namely Naja naja (Indian Cobra), Ophiophagus Hannah (King cobra), Ptyas mucosa (Common rat snake), Canis aureus (Jackal), Felis chaus (Jungle cat), Herpestes edwardsii (Common Mongoose), and Macaca mulatta (Rhesus macaque), Presbytis entellus (Common Langur). Anticipated Impact And Mitigation And Environment Management Plan Ambient Air

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During the installation phase, impacts on ambient air would be mainly due to dust emissions and movement of vehicles. However, these impacts would be short term in nature and limited only to the construction period. Dust suppression systems (water spray) will be used. Construction materials shall be fully covered during transportation to the project site by road. During the operational phase, Stack height of 6 m above ground level has been provided for DG Set of 1x500 kVA and 1x725 kVA. Stack Height of 50 m and 65 m are provided for boilers of capacity 80 TPH & 120 TPH boiler with ESP and wet scrubber respectively. 50 m stack height for 2x32 TPH boiler with wet scrubber shall be provided after expansion. VOCs emitted in the process will be channelized with a solvent recovery plant. Water Environment During the installation phase,Water shall be arranged from existing borewell for drinking purposes and for construction purposes treated waste water of STP will be used. During the installation period, runoff from site shall not be allowed to stand (water logging) or enter into the roadside or nearby drain. Approx. 2 KLD of waste water generated from 50 labours will be generated and discharged to the existing sewer line of the industrial area for the treatment in the existing STP. Noise Levels During the installation stage for the proposed unit, expected noise levels shall be in the range of 80-100 dB, which will decrease with increase in distance. Hence all the activities shall be carried out during the daytime. During the operational stage, existing DG set has been bought acoustically enclosed & placed inside an acoustically enclosure as per CPCB guidelines. Noise generating units like machinery area, canteen etc. are well insulated with enclosed doors. Earmuffs are being used while in high noise areas. Maintenance of vehicles and machinery is being done in a sustainable manner to ensure best performance and less loss. Vehicle and people flow during shift changes shall be regulated by allowing exits in a phased manner. The green belt has been developed which helps in reducing noise levels in the complex as a result of attenuation of noise generated due to plant operations and transportation. Solid Waste All Solid waste will be properly collected, stored in a separate room and disposed of. Biodegradable waste and recyclable waste will be collected and disposed of by approved vendors. 40 kg/day (Existing: 34 Kg/day & Proposed: 6 Kg/day) Municipal Solid Waste generated, biodegradable waste of 28 kg/day (Existing: 24 Kg/day & Proposed: 4 Kg/day) shall be sent to MSW site and 12 kg/day (Existing: 10 Kg/day & Proposed: 2 Kg/day) of non-biodegradable waste shall be given to the approved authorized recycler. Other waste (Non-hazardous) generated from the process will be 3360 Kg/day (1960Kg/day Existing) of Bagasse which shall be used as fuel in Boiler for producing Steam , 50 Tonnes/day(29 Tonnes/day) of Ash Content which shall be disposed off within the site. A 7-acre area has been allocated for disposal of ash Prepared by: M/s Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd. C- 202 Expansion of Sugar Mill (7000 TCD to 12000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW by M/s A. B. Sugars Ltd. in the premises. 540 Tonnes/day (315 Tonnes/day) of Molasses shall be Used in existing Distillery for Alcohol Production present in the premises and 504 Tonnes/day(294 Tonnes/day) Press Mud/Filter Cake which shall be sold out to the farmers and brick manufacturers. It shall not be kept in the premises. Hazardous waste is generated from the unit including used oil (15 lit/month) from DG sets which is given to the approved recycler. Approximately 2000 Kg/day (Existing: 1100Kg/day & Proposed: 900 Kg/day) of ETP sludge shall be generated from waste water of ETP. It shall be stored in secured manner and sent to authorized TSDF. Fly Ash Handling ESP with a wet scrubber is installed to the boiler for removing particulates fly ash from flue gases. Fly ash collected from the ESP hoppers and the air heater hoppers and the ash collected from the furnace bottom hoppers is being transported to the disposal site after sprinkling of ash with water in order to suppress the ash and avoid air emission. Same shall be done after expansion. The ash content in bagasse is less than 2%. Flora and Fauna The Total Green area developed within the unit is 55 acres of area. 37800 trees have already been planted. For proper survival and healthy growth of plant species a nursery is also maintained at the site. It is ensured that proper density of plants is maintained at site. Post plantation care is also necessary and maintained in planned and scientific manner. 33% area shall be maintained as green area. Socio-economic environment No rehabilitation and resettlement are required. Employment opportunities will be generated for the local population during the construction/installation phase. Approx. 50 laborers shall be given employment. During Operation phase, development of roads, transportation, communication and related infrastructure in the region. Positive impacts on the present status of livelihood in the area. There will be an employment of approximately 250 (Existing 217, Proposed-33) personnels. Project benefits 1. Waste of Sugar cane i.e., Bagasse will be used for power generation, which will directly benefit the state. Bagasse based cogeneration conserves fossil fuels and is eco-friendly as pollutants are negligible. 2. Molasses waste from the process will be used in the production of Alcohol. 3. Power shortage is a crucial issue in the nearby area, 20 MW of the power generated is being sold out. 4. After expansion additional employment opportunities will lead to a rise in income and improve standard of living. The expansion of existing industry would also generate jobs for the labourers during the construction phase as well as during the operation phase. It will provide direct and indirect employment to local youth.

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5. Sugar manufacturing Industry is a large and growing domestic market. There will be economic benefit due to selling of products all over India. After expansion the increased demand of customers shall be fulfilled. Cost Summary Sheet

Table 113. Cost Summary Sheet A: Budget for Environment Management Cost (Reference- Chapter 10) CAPITAL COST Sr. No. Particulars Capital Cost (Rs. In lakh) % of Project Cost 1 Plant & Machinery (APCM) 405 2.38 2 Solid Waste management 7 0.04 3 Landscaping / plantation 17 0.10 Total 429 2.52 RECURRING COST (per year)

Sr. No. Particulars Recurring Cost (Rs. In lakh) % of Project Cost Operation and Maintenance of 1 pollution control equipments 55 0.32 2 Air & water quality monitoring 4 0.02 3 Solid Waste management 3 0.02 4 Landscaping / plantation 5 0.03 Total 67 0.39 C: Budget for Occupational Health and Safety (Reference: Chapter 7)

S. No Description Amount (Rupees in Lacs) % of Project Cost Workers will be subjected to primary health check-up before they are employed to ascertain their health conditions. Thereafter, Regular Medical check-up & First Aid facility will be organized for workers to evaluate the adverse impact if any on these persons due to proposed activity. Occupational health surveillance programme shall be done six monthly. A safety officer / environmental officer shall be 1 recruited. 2 0.01

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Infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom, canteen etc. shall be provided to the labour force during construction as well as to the casual workers including truck 2 drivers during operation phase. 2 0.01 Workers will be provided with masks, gloves, goggles & ear muffs 3 will be provided. 1 0.01 4 Covered transportation of vehicles. 2 0.01 Insurance for worker & Tie up with 5 ESI Hospital 3 0.02 Total 10 0.06 D: Budget for Public Health (Reference: Chapter 7) Sr. No. Impact Amount (In Lacs) % of Project Cost 1 Health and Safety 2 0.01 Total 2 0.01 E: Corporate Environment Responsibility (Chapter 10) S.No Activity Total (lakhs) % of Project Cost 1 School Infrastructure development 25 0.15 Off-Grid Interactive Solar Power 2 Plant: 21 0.12 3 Traffic management 12.5 0.07 4 Skill development & Employment 37.5 0.22 5 Waste Management 6 0.04 6 Healthcare support 25 0.15 Total 127 0.75

CONCLUSIONS Thus, it can be concluded on a positive note that after the implementation of the mitigation measures and Environmental Management Plan, the operation of the project will have no major impact on the environment.

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About Environmental Consultant Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd, established by experienced environmental and related experts, provides specialized services in the field of Environment and Pollution Control for all types of Industrial, Construction, Nuclear Sciences, Biodiversity Mining, Aerial Ropeway and other related fields. Our transparent and professional approach, commitment to excellent quality and service, timely deliveries have contributed to create a name in the field of environment. We have a core group of highly qualified experts from various fields like Environment, Forestry, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Geology, Social Sciences, Electronics and Telecommunication with rich and diversified experience in the field of environment and pollution control. Perfact Enviro Solutions Pvt. Ltd management, experience, excellence, professionalism and ultimate satisfaction has helped in achieving the heights of success in their specialized field of environment. Core Team

Table 114. Core Team Sr. No. Name of the Expert Qualification Experience (yrs) 1 Mr. Praveen Bhargava, Pursuing Ph.D , 33 Managing Director M.Sc (Chemistry), M.Phil (Chemistry), 2 Mrs. Rachna Pursuing PhD, 28 Bhargava, Director & M.Sc. (Environment Sc.) C.E.O Advanced EMS Auditor 3 Mr. Nipun Bhargava Pursuing Ph.D, 6 Executive Director M.Tech Chemical Engineering 4 Prof. R. P. Mathur, Ph.D 60 Mentor 5 Dr Vinay Bhargava, Ph.D 52 Mentor 6 Mr. Santosh Pant, M. Tech 42 Director 7 Mr. U.S. Pandey, B.Sc Engineering (Mining) 46 Director 8 Mr. Rajiv Kumar (ex M.Sc (Botany), 34 I.F.S) A.I.F.C 9 Mrs Akta Chugh, M Sc Chemistry 14 Director 10 Mrs Rachna Dogra, M Phil Chemistry 10 Director

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● ISO-14001:2015 Certification ● QCI – NABET Scheme for Accreditation of EIA Consultant Organizations

Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA “Expansion of Sugar Mill (7,000 TCD To 12,000 TCD) and Co-Generation Power Plant of 33-37 MW at Village- Randhawa, Tehsil – Dasuya, District- Hoshiarpur, Punjab by M/s A.B. Sugars Limited

I, hereby certify that I was a part of the EIA team under the capacity of EIA coordinator.

EIA coordinator: Partho Mukherjee Name: Partho Mukherjee Period of involvement: September, 2017 to till date Contact information: 7003881499

Table 115. FAE Team List

Functional Name of the Involvement S. No. Signature areas expert/s (period and task**)

I had visited the site to assess the site conditions in the surrounding area. After assessing the Air pollution 1. AP Urvi Pritam sources have prepared the Impact Mitigation measures Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site to assess the water sources and its water quality in the study area. After studying the Water pollution sources have prepared the 2. WP Neha Aggarwal Impact report and suggested Mitigation measures Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site to assess the site conditions in the surrounding area and 3. RH M.G. Narayanan identified hazards. After assessing the risk and hazard prepared the Impact Mitigation measures.

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Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site to collect the baseline status of socio-economic conditions up to 3 km radius. Studied Villages in study area using Topographical map and extracted Secondary data from Census of India. 4. SE Rachna Bhargava Then was involved in preparing a socio economic study report using the primary survey and secondary data which includes impact and mitigation measures. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site to assess the site conditions in the surrounding area. After assessing the Noise pollution 5. Noise Urvi Pritam sources have prepared the Impact Mitigation measures. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site for the assessment of the sources and the emissions. After studying, calculated the model input data related to the proposed emissions 6 AQ Nipun Bhargava and micrometeorology interpretation of modelling results and development of EMP. Period of Involvement: September 2017-till date

I was involved in preparing a Land Use map using Satellite Imagery, Google maps and Toposheet after primary 7 LU Rajneesh Mourya survey. Period of Involvement: September 2017-till date

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I had visited the site to collect the baseline status of Ecology and Biodiversity conditions in the core and buffer zone. With the help of the literature and the data collected during 8 EB Rajiv Kumar the site visit the report was prepared and related impact and mitigation measures and EMP was prepared. Period of Involvement: September 2017-till date

I had visited the site to assess the Solid waste sources and status in the study area. After studying the sources have prepared the Impact report and 9 SHW Praveen Bhargava suggested Mitigation measures and development of EMP. Period of Involvement: September 2017-till date

The physical observation of the study area including Ground water sources and its water quality was made. After studying the Water pollution sources, 10 HG Santosh Pant the Impact report was prepared and Mitigation measures were suggested Period of Involvement: September 2017- till date

I had visited the site to assess the physical observation of the study area including Ground water sources and its water quality. After studying the water 11 Geo Rajneesh Maurya pollution sources have prepared the Impact report and suggested mitigation measures Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

I had visited the site to assess the site conditions in the surrounding area. After assessing the type of soil and need of Soil Conservation, Prepared the 12 SC Rachna Dogra Impact Mitigation measures accordingly. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

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S. No. Functional areas Name of FAA Involvement

1 WP Sujitha Kumari Reviewed the secondary data. Studied impact assessment of water pollution. Suggested mitigation measures for the impact identified. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

2 EB Tulika Rawat Reviewed the secondary data. Studied impact assessment in ecology / biodiversity. Suggested mitigation measures for the impact identified. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

3 SHW Sujitha Kumari Conducted site visit. Evaluated the data collected from the site visit team. Identified the sources of solid waste to be generated from the complex and assisted FAE in preparing its management measures. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

4 HG Saloni Sharma Reviewed and assisted is assessing the water pollution sources and prepared the Impact report and suggested mitigation measures Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

5 Geo Saloni Sharma Reviewed secondary data and assisted FAE in preparation of FAE report. Period of Involvement: September 2017 to till date

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Figure 95. Consultant Certificate

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Figure 96. Extension Letter

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