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PROPOSED TOR FOR NAGPUR-MUMBAI EXPRESSWAY

PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Government of Maharashtra has entrusted Maharashtra State Road Development

Corporation Ltd., (MSRDC) to undertake the development of the Nagpur – Mumbai

Communication Super Expressway with Access Control for a length about 750 km. The

proposed access controlled Expressway with an initial configuration of (3 + 3) lanes

expandable to (5 + 5) lane configuration and a design speed of 200 kmph will reduce the

travel time to almost half of the current travel time.

MSRDC divided the proposed Expressway in to five packages and appointed consultant

for preparation of feasibility study and DPR for the project.

Package I: Nagpur Division: Jamtha – Butibori MIDC – Wardha – Pulgaon.(89km)

Package II: Amravati Division: Pulgaon – Karanja – Sindhakhedraja (258 km)

Package III: Aurangabad Division: Sindhakhedraja -Jalna-Aurangabad-Vaijapur

(154km)

Package IV: Nashik Division: Vaijapur – Shirdi – Sinnar – Ghoti (115 km)

Package V: Konkan Division: Ghoti – Vadpe. (80 km)

The preparation of the Feasibility Study and the Detailed Project Report for Package 2

from Pulgaon – Karanja Lad – Sindkhedraja is assigned by MSRDC to M/s STUP

Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Vashi, Navi Mumbai in Joint Venture with E & Y, Mumbai. The Joint

Venture will be represented by the Team Leader, who will act as a single point contact

for interaction with MSRDC and other agencies. An Organization Chart is enclosed as

Annexure 1.

For the proposed project four Alternative alignments were studied based on Satellite

imagery and finally Alignment No. 4 was finalized for further study and detailing. A map

showing the alignment superimposed on Maharashtra Remote Sensing Maps is enclosed

as Annexure 2. The salient features of Nagpur-Mumbai Communication Super

Expressway are given below:


Approximate Length: 258.256 km

Right of Way (ROW): 120m

Tehsil : 11Nos.

Villages: 132 Nos.

Districts: 03 Nos

Major Bridges: 15 Nos.

Railway crossing: 03Nos

Vehicular Underpass/Overpasses: 32 Nos

Pedestrian Underpasses 50 Nos

Major Interchanges: 08 Nos

Minor Interchanges: 05 Nos

The proposed expressway will be green field alignment with access control facility which

increase the journey speed & in-turn, will reduce the travel time. In addition, MSRDC

plans to develop 8 nodes along/off the proposed alignment of the Expressway in

Package 2 within a distance of about 3 to 5 Km from the alignment. These nodes will be

developed as Smart Cities and will have Industries, Educational Institutions, Healthcare

facilities, Commercial establishments, housing/developed plots for the Project

beneficiaries, residential complexes etc. Area of each node is likely to be around 500 Ha.

The proposed project expressway falls to be ‘B’ category project as per EIA notification,

2006 (item 4 SCHEDULE 7(f)). The alignment does not fall within 10 Km of any Eco-

sensitive areas, protected areas and Critically Polluted areas.

1.1 Profile of the Project Proponent

Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd. (MSRDC), acting on behalf ofGovernment of Maharashtra (GoM), is the project proponent.


Their address & contact details are as under:

Address:

Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd (MSRDC),

Opp. Dena Bank,

Adjacent to Priyadarshini Park,

Nepean Sea Road, Mumbai-36.

Contact details:

Name Atul Sakhare

Designation(Owner/Partner/CEO) Executive Engineer

Address MSRDC Ltd., Mumbai

Pin code 400050

Email [email protected]

Telephone No. Tel No. 022-26400190/ 26400201/ 26558175/ 26558176/ 26433908

Fax No. 23684943/ 23696110

1.2 Litigations, if any, against the Project

There are no litigations against the project as on the date of preparing this Terms ofReference (TOR).

1.3 Proposed expansion of the Project and the status of Environmental Compliance

No expansion of the expressway beyond the ROW of 120 m is envisaged.

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 General


Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra and Nagpur is the second capital of Maharashtra. Nagpur

is the third largest city in Maharashtra after Mumbai and Pune. Total Length of the proposed

alignment is 750.00 Km. Presently; the travel time between these two major cities is about 14

hours. To improve the connectivity between these cities a high speed expressway has been

planned. This will indirectly trigger the development of backward regions of Marathwada &

Vidarbha in Maharashtra State. There are many industries at Buti Bori, Pulgaon, Aurangabad etc

along the project highway. The alignment shall connect with major junctions along the Access

Controlled Nagpur –Mumbai Super Communication Expressway and enable straight and the

shortest possible route among the available options.

Proposed Super Expressway shall have (3 + 3) lanes initially on either side of the median,

expandable on inner side to a (5 + 5) lane configuration in future. The provisions made for this

proposal are

Flyover/Interchange at major road crossings.

Vehicular underpass (VUP)/Vehicular Overpass (VOP) and Pedestrian underpass (PUP) at

every village/ town.

Rest Areas for expressway users at regular intervals.

The following facilities are proposed be provided along the project corridor

Parking and Truck Stops

Ambulance and Towing Facilities

Median Plantation/Landscaping

Lighting at Toll Plaza locations

Junction Beautification

Traffic Surveillance and enforcement

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROJECT CORRIDOR


SL.

NoSalient Feature Details

1.0 Project Stretch

The proposed project road is Greenfield expressway. Package 2starts at Wardha River near at Pulgaon and ends at the districtboundary near Sindhakhedraja. The total length is approximately258.256 Km.

2.0 Width of RoadThe expressway is designed for (3+3) lanes in the initial phase with aprovision for widening to (5+5) configuration with paved shoulders.

3.0 Right of WayFor the proposed road alignment the ROW width that has beenestimated is about 120m.

4.0 Land Use

Land within the proposed RoW is to be cleared. About 2498.931 haof agricultural land will be affected in the project corridor. 30 Nos ofresidential and commercial properties are likely to be affected bythe project. About 425.357 ha of barren land will be used for theproposed project. 174.79 ha of forest land will be disturbed.

5.0 Embankment height

The average embankment height is expected to be around 3 to 2.50m at the Pedestrian Underpass locations and higher at the VehicularUnderpass locations.

At the remaining stretches, the embankment height will begoverned by the drainage considerations.

6.0 Major Bridge There are about 15 Major Bridges in Package 2.

7.0 RUB/ROB There are 03 Railway crossings. Hence 3 ROB are proposed along thealignment.

8.0Intersections/

Junctions

Major Interchanges will be provided at 08 locations and Minor

Interchanges will be provided at 05 locations

9.0 Vehicular overpass There are about 32 Vehicular overpasses/ in Package 2.

10.0 Road Safety

Metal Beam Crash Barriers will be provided along the outer edges ofthe carriageway. Additional Safety features will be ensured byproviding adequate Sight Distances while designing the expressway.Retro reflective road signage will be provided for better nightvisibility.


SL.

NoSalient Feature Details

11.0 Service Roads Service Roads will be provided on a need based basis to cater forlocal traffic.

12.0 BypassNo bypasses are envisaged as the Expressway itself will be having aGreenfield alignment and will not be passing through major towns.

14.0 Road User Facilities

Rest Areas, Emergency telephones, Traffic Aid Posts, Medical Aidposts, Truck Lay byes and Bus Bays will be provided along theexpressway.

15.0 Forest Land 174.79 ha of forest land will be disturbed.

16.0 Water bodiesThere are 04 ponds/lakes (water bodies) within the proposed RoWwhich shall be bridged by providing appropriate cross drainagestructures.

2.2 Engineering Investigations and Surveys

The following surveys and investigations will be carried out for preparing the Detailed

Project Report.

Traffic surveys

Topographic Survey

Sub-grade investigations

Axle load surveys

Material investigations

Hydraulics and hydrology survey

Sub-soil explorations

2.3 Environmental Appraisal


As per EIA notification September 14, 2006, this project requires prior environmental

clearance from the concerned authority. It has been found during Environmental Screening

study of the project that an Environment Impact assessment study should be conducted

and an Environmental Management plan is to be prepared as per the TOR approved by the

Ministry of Environment and Forest (MOEF) to get Environment Clearance from the State

Authority and to mitigate the adverse environmental impact during construction and

operation of the project.

Considerations for EIA study

During EIA study consideration will be given to :

Impact on agriculture land to be acquired for the expressway construction.

Impact on forest land and Forest eco- system due to expressway construction.

Analysis of alternative alignments considering engineering and environmental

aspects.

Assessment of the environmental impacts on the virgin areas due to the proposed

alignment.

Impact on road side trees

Impact on road side buildings

Impact on water resources and water storage structures

Impact on natural drainage pattern due to the embankments.

Analysis of alternative materials for embankment construction

Location of underpass, overpass, pedestrian crossings, cattle migratory path, in

consultation with local people.

Impact on quality life of the Project Affected Persons (PAPs)/Project beneficiaries

Road safety and safety during construction and operation of the road.

Documentation of land ownerships and updating the land records.

Market assessment for valuation of land

Disbursement of compensation to the title holders

Market feasibility of the income restoration schemes

Environmental Impact Assessment study will be carried out as per the guideline of:


EIA notification, September 2006, MoEF, Government of India.

IRC: 104- 1988

Environmental guidelines for Rail / Road / Highways Projects MoEF, Government

of India MoEF 1989.

The Study Components

The study area will cover 10 km area on either side along the project road.

I. Topography: Topography, ground conditions, altitude, slope, etc.

II. Soil and Geology: Soil type and it characteristics, soil erosion and land slide problem,

general geology of the area. Soil samples would be collected from the area to

understand the physico-chemical nature of the soil

III. Ground & Surface Water Hydrology: Ground water table, rainfall, surface water

bodies in the area, water flow pattern in surface water bodies.

IV. Drainage Patterns: Drainage pattern, runoff flow direction, possible flooding, erosion,

etc.

V. Ground & Surface Water Resources and Quality: Ground water and surface water

resources along the project road alignment will be examined for physico-chemical

parameters as per IS standard. Surface water samples will be collected from River and

ponds. Ground water samples will be collected from commonly used ground water

sources along the project road.

Surface water and Ground water samples would be collected to characterize thebaseline water environment scenario along the project road. Ground water samples willbe analyses according to IS: 10,500 specifications.

Surface water samples will be analyses for Colour, Odour, Turbidity, pH, TSS, TDS,Hardness, Chloride, SO4, NO3, Ca, Mg, Fe, DO, BOD and COD.

VI. Meteorology and Climatology: Meteorology and climatological conditions including

temperature, relative humidity, wind direction and wind speed; rainfall etc. will be

generated continuously for one month and also collected from nearest IMD station.

Information on catastrophic events, like, cloudbursts, flash floods, and earthquakeswould also be collected.


VII. Ambient Air Quality: Ambient air quality monitoring will be carried out in and around

the residential, commercial/industrial and sensitive zone like schools, college, and

hospital along the road with a frequency of two days per week for one month in

selected locations. Ambient air quality monitoring will be carried out as per latest

notification of 2009. Prediction of ambient air quality due to vehicular traffic on the

project road will be carried out using computer based AEROMOD/ CALINE - 4 software.

VIII. Noise Environment: Background noise level will be monitored for day time and night

time values at various residential, industrial and sensitive areas, equivalent sound level,

Leq values will be computed. Using the data noise quality prediction models will be

developed.

IX. Existing Land Use: Land use pattern will be established by satellite imagery

interpretation technique along the project expressway classifying, forest area,

Agriculture land, waste land and area not available for cultivation, urban and rural

settlements along the project road,

X. Places of Tourist, Historic, Archaeological and Religious Interests: Along the project

expressway, places of tourist, historic, archaeological and religious interests (if any) will

be identified and studied.

XI. Ecologically Sensitive Locations: Ecologically sensitive locations, such as, wildlife

sanctuary, national parks, bio reserve, etc will be identified within 10 km either side of

project road and studied (if any).

XII. Ecological Studies: Terrestrial and aquatic ecological studies will be conducted along the

project corridor.

- Terrestrial Ecology: Common trees, shrubs, other vegetation, common fauna, rare

and endangered species will be identified, surveyed and studied. The roadside

trees within the proposed ROW will be surveyed including botanical & vernacular

name of trees species, girth wise enumeration, etc. The trees proposed to be cut

should be kept at minimum.

- Aquatic Ecology: Aquatic ecology form Rivers/ponds within the project corridor will be

studied for phytoplankton, zooplankton, Benthos and invertebrates and fish fauna.


XIII. Socio-economic Details: The demographic details including population, schedule cast,

schedule tribe, literacy, occupational pattern in the settlement along the project road,

economic and social conditions, life styles, etc. will be studied along the project road.

Infrastructure facilities like educational, medical, commutation, drinking water facilities,

availability of electricity, etc, in the settlements along the project road will be studied.

Persons affected due to proposed road project will be counted and social survey will be

conducted along the project road.

3.0 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED PROJECT

Analysis of alternative will include alignment selection, road to reduce the cutting of

tree and minimizing the demolition of structures, grade separators, services roads,

vehicular, pedestrian and cattle underpass, quarry materials, road safety, etc.

In-depth study of related maps, topographic sheets, physical inspection and

environmental and social screening will be carried out in order to find out the

technically and environmentally sound, most feasible and environmental friendly

alignment.

For the proposed expressway 04 alternatives have been prepared and studied in detail.

Alternatives are compared in terms of their potential environmental impacts, capital

and recurrent costs, suitability under local conditions, institutional training and

monitoring requirements. Alignment evaluation matrix was prepared and Alignment

option 04 was selected as the best alignment with a score of 90 out of 100.

4.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE BASELINE ENVIRONMENT

Study area will involve the collection of primary baseline data in the right of way as well

as the area falling within proposed ROW on the either side of the right of way and

secondary data will be collected within 10 km linear distance as specifically mentioned.

4.1 Land Environment


Study of the land use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest area,

environmentally sensitive places.

Details of Villages, Tehsil, districts and states, elevation above mean sea level,

latitude & longitude of important locations where the alignment will be passing.

Geology of the project area.

4.2 Air Environment

Climate and meteorology (max and min temperature, relative humidity, rainfall,

frequency of tropical cyclone and snow fall);

Wind rose (Wind direction and speed, 24 hourly data)

Air quality monitoring data in respect of various parameters as per new notification

issued on 16th November, 2009, will be carried out considering wind direction,

habitations, notified sanctuaries and terrain features in the study area. The locations

of monitoring stations will be clearly specified.

4.3 Water Environment

Fix-up the locations of representative monitoring stations along the proposed

project corridor for surface and ground water resources.

Samples will be collected for both surface and ground water and examined for

physico-chemical, heavy metal and bacteriological parameters.

4.4 Noise Environment

Identify project activities during construction and operation phases, which will affect

the noise levels and the potential for increased noise resulting from this project. The

effect of noise levels on nearby habitation during the construction and operational

phases of the proposed highway.

Select the locations of monitoring stations along the alignment of the project

covering sensitive locations such as residential, hospitals, schools, sanctuaries etc.

Monitoring will be done for 24 hrs at each location.

4.5 Biological Environment

Details on secondary data on the existing flora and fauna will be studied in detail.


4.6 Socio Economic and Health Environment

Details of the properties, houses, businesses etc. activities likely to be effected by

land acquisition and their financial loses annually.

Data on demography including traditional skills and sources of livelihood along the

proposed site.

5.0 Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

The EIA will be comprised of three stages: Environmental Screening, Project Environmental andSocial Assessment and creating an Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

5.1. Stage I. Environmental Screening (ES)

The general approach to be adopted for ES includes the following: Preliminary reconnaissance surveys to identify environmentally sensitive issues relating to

road alignment and influence area and baseline conditions, including regionally andnationally recognized environmental resources and features, environment and commonproperty resources such as forests, large water bodies and major physical culturalproperties

Assessment of the potential impacts of the project on the baseline conditions Recommended migratory measures to offset the identified adverse impacts Stakeholder assessment and consultations along the alignment Identification of the Valued Environmental Components (VECs) considering the baseline

information (collected from both secondary and primary sources), the preliminaryunderstanding of the activities proposed in the project and from stakeholderconsultations

Preliminary analysis of impacts identified in the project site, surroundings and influencearea and formulation of management measures/options

Preparation of scoping for project EA which will be a direct outcome of the above-mentioned ES, and shall define the boundaries of the project EA

Documentation of the above-mentioned ES in the form of Environmental ScreeningReport

5.2. Stage II. Project EIA

The detailed EIA and the EIA Report are prepared in this stage.The Scope of work for the project EIA is as follows:


5.2.1. Detailed description of the pproject (information collected from engineering and designsection of the project and from the Technical Feasibility Report, along with requiredmaps/designs/documents).

5.2.2. Discussion of the policy, legal and administrative framework within which the project isset, major stakeholder departments of the State and Central Government with their specificroles, applicable Laws and Acts, clearance requirements at various levels and their currentstatus.

5.2.3. Analysis of Alternatives (Technology & Sites)

In case the scoping exercise indicates need for alternatives, this chapter shall include: Description of various alternatives such as locations, layouts or technologies studied Summary of adverse impacts of each alternative Selection of alternative

5.2.4. Description of the Environment

Collection of primary baseline data in the project area as well as in the area within 5km of theproposed project boundary. Secondary data shall be collected for area within 10km aerialdistance from the project boundary, as specifically mentioned in column 9 (iii) of Form I of EIANotification 2006. The following components of the environment shall be studied:

A. Land Environmenta) Land: Availability of land for earmarking for the project.b) Topography: Baseline data needs on existing situation of the land at the proposed

project area, including description of terrain hill slopes, terrain features, slope andelevation.

c) Study of land-use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest cover, environmentallysensitive places, etc. shall be made by using remote sensing techniques (if available) andsecondary data sources.

d) Geology: Baseline data on rock types, regional tectonic setting (reportedfractures/faulting, folding, warping), and history of any volcanic activity, seismicity andassociated hazards. Information on quarry yields, strength of rock, distance of quarriesfrom habitat, restrictions for quarrying, environmental controls, statutory permissions,etc. shall be provided.

e) Soil Data: Data pertaining to type, classification, characteristics, soil properties, etc.


B. Meteorological data covering the following points should be incorporated in the EIAreport

Data for at least a 10-year period shall be collected from the nearest meteorological station.The history of cyclones and tidal surges for the area shall be mentioned. The data pertaining tothe following parameters shall be included:

Wind speed and direction Rainfall Relative humidity Temperature History of cyclones

C. Air Environment

Baseline data of ambient air parameters, such as RSPM, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide,carbon monoxide, heavy metals and other harmful air pollutants depending upon the type ofthe location shall be monitored.

This data shall be collected in an area extending at least 5km from the project boundary byobservation at a number of locations. Data for one season, i.e. for pre-monsoon season, shallbe monitored, as per the CPCB Norms.

D. Noise

Baseline data on noise pollution at the project area and the neighbourhood up to 1 km ornearest residential areas is to be monitored as per the CPCB norms.

E. Water Environmenta) Ground Water: Baseline data of groundwater including data on pH, dissolved solids,

suspended solids, BOD, DO, coli-form bacteria, oil and heavy metals shall be collectedfor pre-monsoon season. Usage purpose of the groundwater, if any, shall be indicated.

b) Surface Water: Baseline data on location of surface water like lagoons, lakes, tidal inlets,streams, rivers, and their details such as present quality and their utility, if any, shall beprovided. Details of water bodies in the project area shall be described specifically.Water quality is to be monitored for parameters mentioned for groundwater for pre-monsoon season.


F. Biological Environment

a) Terrestrial Ecology: Details on secondary data on the existing flora and fauna in thestudy area as well as that within 10km of its boundary shall be carried out, and astatement clearly specifying whether the study area forms a part of an ecologicallysensitive area or migratory corridor of any endangered fauna shall be provided.

G. Existing Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

Details of authorized municipal solid waste facilities, biomedical treatment facilities andhazardous waste disposal facilities in the area shall be inventoried if it they will be utilized.

H. Socio-Economic and Occupational Health Environments

Baseline data at the project area shall include the demography, particularly on humansettlements, health status of the communities, existing infrastructure facilities in the proposedarea and area of impact due to the proposed activity. Present employment and livelihood ofthese populations and awareness of the population about the proposed activity shall also beincluded. Issues like relocation, rehabilitation and resettlement, if applicable, will be addressed.

I. Public Utilities

Baseline data of existing public utility infrastructure shall be ascertained and reported to assessthe impacts of the project on these public utilities in order to incorporate desired methods inthe EMP and the same shall be monitored during the construction as well as operational phasesof the project.

5.2.5. Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Measures

This chapter shall describe the likely impact of the project on each of the environmentalcomponent and the methods adopted for assessing the impact such as model studies, empiricalmethods, reference to existing similar situations, reference to previous studies, etc. Further,details of mitigation, methods proposed to reduce adverse effects of the project and referenceto the models along with the inputs used should be mentioned. Mitigation measures should beproposed as required during the construction as well as operational stages of the project for allthe identified impacts.


A. Land Environment

Anticipated Impacts: The impact assessment due to removal of vegetation, fragmentation of natural habitat,

removal of buildings and severance of farm land. Impact assessment of the project construction leading to soil contamination, soil erosion,

destabilization of slopes, side- tipping of spoil materials, loss of properties, loss of fertilelands and diversion of natural surface water flows.

Assessment of Possibility of the adverse impacts of proposed project on road traffic in thesurrounding areas (e.g. by causing increases in traffic congestion and traffic accidents).

Assessment of Impacts on the local area developments and integration with local masterplan.

Mitigation Measures: Early consultation and determination of alternatives. While selecting new road alignments will be to avoid fertile agricultural lands,

environmentally sensitive areas, and areas prone to landslides and soil erosion. Examination of erosion potential of each alternative Balancing filling and cutting requirements through the proper choice of alignment Drainage improvement requirements, to minimize water logging and flooding due to

disturbance of the natural drainage pattern. Afforestation to compensate for the cutting of the trees during the proposed highway

construction activity. Mitigative measures to address the impediments to the movement of inhabitants.

B. Air Environment

Anticipated Impacts: Impact assessment on sensitive receptors such as habitation, hospitals, schools, notified

sanctuaries, etc. up to 500m. Impact assessment during construction activities due to generation of fugitive dust from

crusher units, air emissions from hot mix plants and vehicles used for transportation ofmaterials.

Prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate mathematical model,description of model, input requirement and reference of derivation, distribution of majorpollutants and presentation in tabular form for easy interpretation shall be carried out.

Mitigation measures:


The road alignment selection to avoid passing close to housing, schools and work places,providing sufficient space to avoid traffic congestion, even with projected increase intraffic flow.

Tall leafy vegetation plantation between highway and human settlements to avoid dust. Dust control plan preparation and its implementation Use of construction equipment with requisite air pollution equipment to meet the

standard prescribed by the MoEF and SPCB. Awareness campaigns with the local government on good practices of vehicle

maintenance, etc. to reduce the air emissions. Environmental specifications for contractors should cover the required safeguards during

the design and construction stage.

C. Water Environment

Anticipated Impacts: Impact assessment on Surface water flow modifications, flooding, soil erosion, channel

modification and siltation of streams. Impact assessment of proposed activity on Water quality (surface and groundwater). Impact assessment due to temporary project offices and temporary housing area for

construction workers. Impact assessment of water quality degradation in downstream water courses or water

bodies due to soil runoff from the bare lands resulting from earth-moving activities, suchas cutting and filling.

: Mitigation Measures Study of Alignments which are susceptible to erosion, such as those crossing steep slopes The number of water crossings will be minimized, wherever possible Buffer zones of undisturbed vegetation shall be left between road sites and water bodies. Adequate sanitation facilities and hygiene at construction workers colony shall be

provided. Measures for safe temporary storage of fuels shall be taken. Environmental specifications for contractors shall cover the required safeguards during

the design and construction stages.

D. Noise Environment

Anticipated Impacts:


Impact Assessment of Noise levels during construction activity, due to operation ofvarious machines and equipments.

Impact Assessment of Noise levels during operation of the highway due to increasedtraffic.

Noise levels shall be predicted using mathematical modelling at different representativelocations.

Impact Assessment of vibrations during blasting activity, if any, shall be mentioned.

Mitigation Measures: Bypass roads to avoid road alignment through noise sensitive areas. Proper surface design and maintenance. Noise barriers provision. Specifications for the installation of noise protection devices Prediction model outputs to justify the selection of type of the noise barrier and thickness

of the noise barrier, etc. Tall leafy and dense vegetation between roads and noise sensitive areas. The local government and vehicular manufacturers shall be involved to conduct

awareness campaigns on good practices of vehicle maintenance, etc. Environmental specifications for contractors shall cover the required safeguards during

the design and construction stage.

E. Biological Environment

Anticipated Impacts: Assessment of Impacts due to clearance of vegetation Assessment of Impacts on Wildlife habitat and biodiversity Assessment of Impacts on Water quality, soil profile, noise and air pollution.

Mitigation Measures: Alternative routes analysis. Possibility of twin new road corridors shall be considered. Animal crossings in identified areas if any shall be provided. The loss of forest coverage will be compensated by an afforestation programme. A green belt along the alignment shall be developed. Rare plants of economic importance, medicinal plants and wildlife species shall be

conserved and regenerated. Institutional arrangements for implementation and monitoring of various mitigating

measures shall be made.


Environmental specifications for contractors shall cover management of work forces(control of poaching and fire wood collection), machinery (speed, noise and traffic), andprevention of erosion and contamination during construction.

F. Socio-Economic and Health Environment

Anticipated Impacts: Assessment of Impacts on the present status of livelihood should be analyzed. Assessment of Impacts on Human settlement and loss of property. Assessment of Impacts on Community resources. Assessment of Impacts on Historical and archaeological sites. Assessment of Impacts on Existing travel areas due to faster traffic, access controls and

median barriers. Assessment of Impacts of Accelerated urbanization.

Mitigation Measures: Rehabilitation plan for land oustees, homestead oustees, and for displaced persons Institutional arrangement for effective implementation and periodical review through

project implementation. Compensation for loss of land and crops. Mechanism for providing effective guidance in financial planning to effected people Training to Local people for employment, especially in the proposed project construction

stage. Employment opportunities and access to other amenities such as primary education and

health care facilities for local people. Integration of Project with the local master plan to prevent conflict of interest. Stipulation of Environmental specifications for contractors.

G. Solid Waste Management

Anticipated impacts Assessment of Impacts due Waste generated during construction on soil, agriculture and

water quality. Assessment of Impacts due to Waste generated from workers’ camps. Assessment of Impacts of Oil spillage/leakage from machines and vehicles during

construction stage.


Mitigation measures Proper waste disposal facility shall be established. Good housekeeping practices shall be followed along with effective sanitation measures. Vehicles/construction machines shall be maintained properly during construction stage. Proper environmental specifications shall be stipulated in the contact.

5.2.6. Additional Studies

Studies directed by the SEAC and SEIAA shall be conducted while deciding the TOR for theproject.

Issues raised during public hearing and the response of the project proponent shall beprepared in tabular form.

Detailed R&R plan shall be prepared with data on the existing socio-economic status ofthe population in the study area. Further, a broad plan shall be made considering theresettlement of the displaced population, site for the resettlement colony, alternativelivelihood concerns/employment and rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil andhousing amenities being offered.

Details of budget provisions (capital and recurring) for the project-specific R&R Plan forAccident Prevention and Road Safety Management System shall be provided.

Road design standards and safety equipment specifications shall be examined and trainingshall be provided to ensure that design details take safety concerns into account.

Accident prone areas shall be identified and mitigation measures will be provided. Measures for minimizing habitat fragmentation and traffic accidents of wildlife shall be

furnished Speed breakers, safety signals, service lanes and foot paths shall be provided at

appropriate locations throughout the proposed road to avoid the accidents. Accident data and geographic distribution shall be reviewed and analyzed to predict and

identify trends. Traffic management plan shall be prepared. Laws, regulations and enforcement related to speed, alcohol and vehicle safety shall be

reviewed. Institutional framework for monitoring of road safety shall be prepared. Post accident emergency assistance and medical care to accident victims shall be

provided.

5.3. Stage III. Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) and Project benefits


5.3.1. Additional Studies

Based on the impacts predicted, separate EMPs for each of the construction packages shall beprepared. The EMPs shall fulfil all requirements of GoI, MoEF&CC. The scope of EMPs shallinclude:

Design modifications recommended by the project EA, along with chainages, Recommendation of feasible and cost-effective measures to prevent or reduce significant

negative impacts to acceptable levels, Identification of opportunities for enhancement of environmental quality (of specific

locations, water bodies, scenic areas, etc.) along the project corridor, Formation of specific or sample plans, such as those for management and redevelopment

of quarries, borrow pits and construction camps, Detailed specification of bill of quantities, execution drawings and contracting procedures

for execution of environmental mitigation and enhancement measures suggested, for thepre-construction, construction and operation stages,

Suggestion of good practices for construction and upkeep of plant and machinery,responsibilities for execution and supervision of each of the mitigation and enhancementmeasures identified in the project EA,

Description of implementation arrangement needed for the project, especially thecapacity building proposals,

Specification of environmental supervision, monitoring and auditing requirements,specifying parameters, reference standards, monitoring methods, frequency, duration,location and reporting responsibilities,

Listing of all the mandatory government clearance conditions, and the status of procuringclearances, and

Inclusion of separate attachment, if applicable, on Natural Habitat Plan and/or CulturalProperties Plan to satisfy the requirements of the MoEF&CC and IRC.

5.3.2. Project benefits

It should bring out details of benefits by way of: Improvements in the physical infrastructure and road access, Improvement in social services due to quicker and safe mode of transport, Employment potential—skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labour—both during

construction and operational phases of the project with specific attention to employmentpotential of local population as well as necessity for imparting any specialized skills tothem to be eligible for such employment in the project,

Reduction in traffic congestion in the city/town/and other locations,


Development of tourism, industrial parks, technology parks, smart cities, and educationalcomplexes along the route of the expressway

Reduced pollution, vehicle maintenance, fuel saving due to better quality of roads, Over all development in economy and improved lifestyle

6.0 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

The Environmental Impact Assessment will be conducted in accordance with the

requirement of the Ministry of Environment & Forests (MOEF) norms and guidelines. The

collected primary and secondary data will be compiled and analyzed to establish a

comprehensive database and assess the existing baseline environmental condition.

Impact assessment will be carried out after establishing the baseline status of the study

corridor and analysis of the project data/activities. At this stage, the data analysis and impact

assessment would be performed. Wherever practicable, a quantitative analysis would be

performed. Suitable computer models, if applicable, would be used; otherwise, the impact

assessment would be quantified through mathematical computation. The projects activities

will be linked with the existing baseline environmental conditions in order to short list the

affected environmental parameters and assess the likely impacts on such parameters.

Compliance of the project with national standards will be duly checked. Following aspects

will be given due importance during assessment of impacts and recommending mitigation

measures:

Alignment of the project corridor and topographical changes

Roadside drainage to avoid water logging, erosion & environmental degradation

Impact on soil along the project corridor.

Impact of solid waste generated and solid waste management plan

Impact on borrow area and quarries

Impact of road safety


Impact on ambient air quality due to air pollution during construction activities and

vehicle movement. Prediction of ambient air quality due to projected vehicular traffic

on the project road will be carried out using computer based CALINE - 4 software.

Impact on noise level during construction activities and vehicle movement. Prediction of

noise levels will be carried out.

Water requirement during construction and sources

Qualitative prediction of impacts on the ground and surface water quality project

activities.

Assessment of impacts of road construction on ground and surface water sources in the

study area

Impact of sewage and oily water generated on ground and surface water quality,

Impact of solid waste generated during construction phase of the project.

Nature, quantity and disposal of construction spoils, wastes and waste water.

Impact on terrestrial and aquatic ecology.

Environmental hazards/damages (if any)

Public health & sanitation, and occupational health & safety of construction workers

Impact on safety of local people during construction and operation phases.

Road safety features to avoid accidents need of underpass, service road, etc.

Population affected and socio-economic impacts.

7.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Public consultations will be carried out as per procedure prescribed in EIA notification 2006,

and the outcome of the same will be presented in EIA Report. Public consultation will be carried

near proximity of the proposed project. Public consultation will be done and the response of

the project proponent in tabular form will be prepared.

8.0 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is the key to ensure a safe and clean environment

during construction and operation phases. The desired results from the environmental


mitigation measures proposed in the project may not be obtained without a management

plan to assure its proper implementation and function. The EMP will envisage the plans for

the proper implementation of mitigation measures to reduce the adverse environmental

impacts arising out of the project activities during construction and operation phase. The

following issues will be addressed in the EMP:

i. Preventive, mitigation, compensatory & enhancement measures for minimization &

abatement of the undesirable impacts caused during the construction and operation stage.

ii. Details of management plans (compensatory plantation, solid waste management plan,

borrows area management plan, occupational safety and health plan etc.) including their

implementation schedule and supervision program.

iii. Identified/recommended institutional set up for implementation of the EMP including

institutional requirements, staffing and training

iv. Environmental monitoring program during construction and operation phase including

parameters, locations and frequency of monitoring, monitoring mechanisms, performance

indicators, implementation program and cost.

v. Expenditures & budget for environmental protection measures and implementation of the

EMP.

9.0 Summary & Conclusion (Summary EIA)

This document should summarize the significant findings of the EIA report. The summary

must describe each significant environmental issue and its resolution in sufficient detail so

that its importance and scope, as well as the appropriateness of the approach taken to

resolve it are well understood. Wherever possible, the summary should make use of base

maps, tables and figures given in the report. The following should be addressed in the

summary if applicable: -

The need for resettlement of families/ if any agriculture/ the presence of

squatters or any other land titling conflicts; Potential interruption or limitation


of accesses to dwellings, businesses or productive resources either permanently

or temporarily;

Encroachment or reduction of green areas, parks, and other recreational areas;

Demolition of buildings high architectural or historical value;

Potential deterioration of urban quality and property value in the immediate

vicinity of the works or deterioration of unique architectural characteristics in

the neighborhood


Annexure 1: Organisation Chart

Sr. HighwayEngineer Pavement Specialist

Sr.Bridge StructuralDesign Engineer

Traffic &Transportation

Engineer

Material and GeoTechnical Engineer

4 No's

TransportEconomist

Senior SurveyEngineer

EnvironmentalExpert

Social and R&RExpert

General Manager

Maharashtra State Road DevelopmentCorporation Ltd. (MSRDC)

STUP Consultants Pvt. Ltd.,

PPP/ProcurementExpert

CAD Engineers

Project Coordinator

Real Estate Expert HTMS/Toll Expert

QuantitySurveyor/Documentati

on ExpertLegal ExpertIT Hub/Smart City

ExpertUtility Expert

Civil AviationExpert

Land AcuisitionExpert

Designers

Hydraulic Engineer

Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer Assistant Enigneer

HDD MappingExpert

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